+ Physics

104 Overman Hall, 419-372-2421

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in physics are expected to:

• Demonstrate thorough conceptual understanding of the basic field of physics;
  
• Describe and manipulate fundamental physical constructs and solve problems with mathematics and computational methods;
  
• Use basic experimental apparatus common to the study of physical phenomena;
  
• Communicate scientific ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
  

Major, Bachelor of Science—minor required (32 hours)

• PHYS 211, 212, 301, 311 (14)
• PHYS 307, 317, 401, 418 (11)
• PHYS 429 or 470 (1)
• PHYS 416, 417 (6)

It is recommended that a student majoring or minoring in physics take the following:

• CHEM 125, 127, 128 (10)
• MATH 131, 232, 233, 332 (16)

For students expecting to continue on to graduate school, the following courses are recommended: PHYS 303, 309, 402, 419 (12)

Applied physics
A student may elect to specialize in applied physics, with emphasis on the areas of current interest in the modern optics and solid state fields. The following courses should be included as part of the major:

• PHYS 303, 306, 309, 410, 428, 429 (18)

The following courses must also be taken:

• CS 101 (3), 205 (3)
• CHEM 125, 127, 128 (10)
• DESN 243 (3)

Minor (22 hours)

• PHYS 211, 212, 301, 311 (14)
• Other 300- and 400-level courses in PHYS (8)

Other programs
Programs in physics also are offered by the College of Education and Human Development.