Physics

Jonathan S. Langton, Assistant Professor

Grant E. Larsen, Assistant Professor

An undergraduate degree in Physics serves many careers. On one level it may lead to research or teaching. On another level it provides the basic discipline necessary for a technical career in engineering. On yet another level it provides a basis for management, business, law, or politics. A physics major requires a broad background in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and communication.

CSCI 171 Introduction to Programming is recommended for all physics majors. It is also recommended that students considering graduate study in physics or a related field complete a capstone worth at least six semester hours. Furthermore, PHYS 304 Electricity & Magnetism II and PHYS 306 Quantum Mechanics II are strongly recommended for students considering graduate study in physics or a related field; PHYS 351 Astrophysics is recommended for students considering graduate study in astronomy or astrophysics.