Jun 15, 2025

2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Physics, Minor

About the Minor

Appropriate for students in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering , either to develop a stronger background in the physical sciences or to prepare for advanced training in disciplines such as applied mathematics, engineering or theoretical chemistry.

Requirements

(20 credits)

Five courses in Physics

PH 201 Fundamental Concepts of Physics I (4 Credits) and
PH 202 Fundamental Concepts of Physics II (4 Credits)
or
PH 211 Conceptual Physics I (4 Credits) and
PH 212 Conceptual Physics II (4 Credits)
PH 324 Quantum Physics (4 Credits)
Or
CH 302 Physical Chemistry II (4 Credits)
Two other Physics courses at the 300 level