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?
- By completing the Minor in Physics, you will:
- Demonstrate multi-disciplinary knowledge in physical science
- Develop multi-disciplinary problem-solving skills that are valuable for a wide range of career choices
- Acquire basic skills for analytical thinking
- Identify and solve problems in physical sciences
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 |
Note:
- If your program requires you to take more than 9 credits of physics, only 9 credits can be counted toward your minor.
- Courses will be offered on a rotating schedule.