The physics major program is designed to enable a major to graduate with a sound and thorough preparation in fundamental physics. The program prepares a student for subsequent graduate study or for employment in physics, engineering, and many other applied physical science fields. Individual study and participation in ongoing research within the department are encouraged for all those who go through the program. Research opportunities also exist in undergraduate research programs with department faculty and in programs sponsored by the American Institute of Physics and the National Science Foundation on a competitive basis.
The main learning goals of the physics major program are:
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Physics Content Knowledge: Develop conceptual and quantitative models of physical phenomena through experimentation and reasoning.
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Physics Practices and Epistemology: Develop skills in science practices and an understanding of how physics knowledge is constructed.
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Physics Application: Apply models to solve problems and understand physical scenarios.
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Physics Reasoning and Argumentation: Justify thinking using multiple representations (e.g. equations, graphs, words).
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Physics as a Social Endeavor: Collaborate with others to deepen understandings and improve solutions.
The requirements for the major include 39 credits in physics with a minimum grade-point average of 2.5. The following link lists the required courses: physics major requirements.
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