Undergraduate Minor Programs in Physics

The department offers a Minor in Physics.

Physics Minor

  • A minor in physics is a great option for students in any STEM field that is interested a deeper understanding of the physical principles that form the basis of chemistry, biology, astronomy, and earth sciences.  It is also a good choice for students interested in pursuing advanced degrees in any of those fields. 

    Required courses for the minor:

    • PHYS 231 - Physics I with Calculus
    • PHYS 232 - Physics II with Calculus
    • PHYS 233 - Modern Theories of Waves and Particles
    • PHYS 334 - Macroscopic Phenomena and Thermodynamics
    • PHYS 335 - Multiparticle Quantum Systems and Statistical Physics
    • MATH 161 - Calculus I
    • MATH 211 - Calculus II
    • MATH 311 - Calculus III