Programs

Minor in Physics

This program provides you with an opportunity to broaden and strengthen your educational credentials in physical sciences. It helps you complement your major with a cross-disciplinary education in physical sciences.

What Will I Learn?

Your Career

Adding a Minor in Physics to your academic journey can open doors to exciting career opportunities and enhance your qualifications for advanced graduate studies. Employers and graduate programs value the analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and technical expertise that a physics background provides.

By minoring in physics, you’ll gain the discipline and training needed to tackle cutting-edge challenges in science and technology. Whether you’re aiming for a competitive edge in the job market or preparing to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in your field, a Minor in Physics equips you with the tools to excel and stand out.

Curriculum

A Minor in Physics requires a minimum of 18 credits:

Number Course Cr.
PHY201 Electricity and Magnetism 3
PHY201B Electricity and Magnetism lab 1
PHY202 Classical Mechanics 3
PHY203 Classical Mechanics Lab 1
PHY301 Classical Physics for Life Sciences* 3
PHY302 Classical Physics for Life Sciences Lab* 1
PHY304 Mathematical Meth. for Physicists 3
PHY305 Modern Physics for Life Sciences* 3
PHY306 Modern Physics for Life Sciences Lab* 1
PHY307 Thermodynamics 3
PHY308 Quantum Mechanics 3
PHY309 Advanced Physics Lab I 1
PHY321 Introduction to Modern Physics 3
PHY322 Advanced Physics lab II 1
PHY 323 Intro. to Astrophysics 3
PHY324 Nuclear Physics 3
PHY325 Particle Physics 3
PHY326 Computational Physics 3
PHY402 Solid State Physics 3
PHY404 Fluids Mechanics 3
PHY405 Statistical Mechanics 3
PHY413 Optics and Waves 3
PHY424 Intro to Nanotechnology 3
PHY450 Medical Imaging & Instr. 3
PHY480 Topics in Physics 3
 
* Engineering students cannot take PHY301, PHY302, PHY305, and PHY306 as part of this program.

Note:

  1. If your program requires you to take more than 9 credits of physics, only 9 credits can be counted toward your minor.
  2. Courses will be offered on a rotating schedule.