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The program leading to the Bachelor of Science with a major in physics is designed to provide a strong yet versatile basis for a subsequent scientific career or advanced study. Minimum requirements for all majors are listed below, but students planning
for graduate work in physics or an allied area are advised to select additional mathematics and physics courses. A physics major must complete all 300-400-level courses with a 2.0 minimum grade-point average. Students have the option of adding a multidisciplinary concentration in electro-optics to their physics degree. The concentration is appropriate for physics majors who wish to pursue possible careers in photonics or graduate degrees in the area of optics. PHY, PSC, and PCS majors are required to attain a grade of C- or better in all physics and math courses that are prerequisite courses for physics courses required of majors.
A minor in physics consists of twelve semester hours.
Faculty
Rex L. Berney, Chairperson
Distinguished Professor: Bueche
Professors Emeriti: Graham, Kepes, Miner, Yaney
Professors: Berney, Brecha, Elhamri, Evwaraye, O'Hare, Pedrotti, Powers
Associate Professors: Ahoujja, Craver, Erdei, Smith
Lecturers: Kariyawasam, Song |
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The Physical Science Program is administered by the Department of Physics. It provides a broad training in the physical sciences that is desirable for one who plans to pursue a goal built on a composite science background. The physical science major combines adequate physics, chemistry, geology, and mathematics to provide a sound working knowledge of physical science. Since the program is less specialized than one in a single science, it has provision for adequate course selections and sufficient electives to provide the opportunity for concentrated study in a discipline chosen to meet the career objectives of the individual student. |
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Physics |
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PHY |
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206, 207, 208, 210L, 211L |
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Chemistry |
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Geology |
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8 |
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Upper-level physical sciences1 |
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26 |
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Breadth Requirement |
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36 |
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Mathematics, Computer Science |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences |
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Humanities |
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9 |
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Philosophy and Religious Studies |
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12 |
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Communication Competencies |
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Introduction to the University: ASI 150 |
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General Education courses/academic electives to total at least |
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1At least twelve semester hours in physics. |
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General Physics Concentration |
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37 |
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PHY |
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206, 207, 208, 210L, 211L, 301, 303, 333, 390, 408, 430L, 431L |
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30 |
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PHY electives (300- and 400-level) |
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7 |
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Breadth Requirement |
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Natural Sciences |
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8 |
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Mathematics, Computer Science |
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MTH |
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168, 169, 218, 219, 310 |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences |
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Humanities |
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9 |
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Philosophy and Religious Studies |
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12 |
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Communication Competencies |
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0-9 |
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Introduction to the University: ASI 150 |
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General Education courses/academic electives to total at least |
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120 |
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Physics and Electro-optics Concentration |
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42 |
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3 |
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PHY |
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206, 207, 208, 210L, 211L, 301, 303, 333, 390, 404, 408, 430L, 431L |
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Any two from: EOP 501, 502, 505, 506 (or ECE 573), 513 (or ECE 572), 514 (or ECE 574) |
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Breadth Requirement |
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Natural Sciences |
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8 |
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Mathematics, Computer Science |
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21 |
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MTH |
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168, 169, 218, 219, 310 |
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Social Science and Behavioral Science |
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6 |
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Humanities |
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9 |
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Philosophy and Religious Studies |
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Communication Competencies |
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Introduction to the University: ASI 150 |
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General Education courses/academic electives to total at least |
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120 |
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This combined program in physics and computer science leading to the Bachelor of Science with a major in Physics-Computer Science emphasizes the use of computer software in scientific applications and at the same time gives a foundation in the scientific disciplines of physics and computer science. Minimum requirements for the degree are listed below. Students are advised to select additional computer science, mathematics, and physics courses as electives. For further information contact the Physics Department. |
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Computer Science1 |
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CPS |
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150, 151, 250, 346, 350, 353 |
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Two additional courses (350-level or above) |
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Mathematics |
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18 |
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MTH |
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168, 169, 218, 219, 310 |
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Physics2 |
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27-30 |
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PHY |
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206, 207, 208, 210L, 211L, 323, 333 |
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Four additional courses (300- or 400-level) |
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Breadth Requirement |
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27 |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences |
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6 |
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Humanities |
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Philosophy and Religious Studies |
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Communication Competencies |
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Introduction to the University: ASI 150 |
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General Education courses/academic electives to total at least |
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120 |
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1Additional numerical analysis courses are recommended. |
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2A senior project involving some application of computers in physics is recommended. |
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Physics |
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Select twelve semester hours (300- or 400-level) |
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| *All material derived from the current issue of the University of Dayton Bulletin. |
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