2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

Physics, Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

The physics major requirements include 65-71 credits in physics, chemistry, engineering, computer and information systems, and mathematics. The physics major can lead to either a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree.

Physics Major Requirements

Core Courses

CHEM 111General Chemistry I

4

ENGR 101Introduction to Engineering

3

ENGR 110Introduction to Programming

3

ENGR 230Electrical Circuits

4

 

ENGR 250Statics

3

ENGR 260Dynamics

3

OR

PHYS 318Analytical Mechanics

4

 

MATH 115Calculus I

4

MATH 116Calculus II

4

MATH 217Multivariable Calculus

3

MATH 218Differential Equations

3

PHYS 200University Physics I

4

PHYS 210University Physics II

4

PHYS 220University Physics III

4

PHYS 311Electricity And Magnetism

4

PHYS 321Statistical Mechanics

4

PHYS 324Quantum Mechanics

4

PHYS 403Advanced Physics Lab

3

PHYS 405Practicum

4

PHYS 409Seminar in Physics

2

MATH Upper Division Mathematics Course

4

PHYS 405 must be completed for four credits if the student is pursuing a B.S. degree. Those wishing to receive a B.A. degree are not obligated to complete a practicum.

 

The following are approved substitutions for required physics major courses.

PHYS 321 Statistical Mechanics

 

PHYS 403 Advanced Physics Lab 

 

PHYS 409 Seminar in Physics

  • ENGR 401Senior Design I
 

 

In addition to the major requirements listed above, students will need to complete a general education curriculum and elective courses to earn 120 credits which is mandatory for earning a Greenville University degree.  Details about the general education curriculum can be found in the Academic Information section of this catalog.  Some general education requirements are met through required major courses which reduces the number of required general education credits.  Students should work closely with their advisor to put together an academic plan to make sure all degree requirements are met in a timely manner.

The outcomes for this program can be found on the Greenville University Institutional Assessment webpage.