Physics Track

This track is intended for students who plan to pursue a career in the field of Physics. Physicists strive to understand the world, specifically the natural laws around us and the structure of the universe.

Students who wish to major in Physics need to have strong problem solving skills and be adept mathematicians.

There are many options after transfer, such as Astrophysics, Engineering Physics, Biophysics, Chemical Physics, Quantum Physics, and Medical Physics.

Fall Semester 1
Subject Title Credit Hours
ENGL 1110 College Communication I 3
MATH 1610 Calculus I 4
CHEM 1510 General Chemistry I 4 
Social Science Elective1 Various Classes 3
Health/Wellness Elective Various Classes 1
TOTAL   15
Spring Semester 1
Subject Title Credit Hours
ENGL 1020 College Composition II 3
PHYS 1820 Physics I 4 
MATH 1620 Calculus II 4 
CHEM 1520 General Chemistry II 4
Health/Wellness Elective Various Classes 1
TOTAL   16
Fall Semester 2
Subject Title Credit Hours
PHYS 2830 Physics II 4
MATH 2610 Calculus III 4
Humanities or Social Sciences Elective3 Various Classes 3
Math or Science Elective2 Various Classes 4
TOTAL   15
Spring Semester 2
Subject Title Credit Hours
PHYS 2840 Physics III 4
MATH 2620 Differential Equations 4
SCIN 2000 Computational Modeling 4
Math or Science Elective2 Various Classes 4
TOTAL   16

1 Suggested to take ANTH 2000, BIOL 1550, BIOL 1560, PSYC 1101, or SOCI 1010.

2 Math or science electives should be based upon the student’s specific interests and confirmed in consultation with their academic advisor. The following options are recommended:

  • Biology (BIOL) Courses: BIOL 1510, BIOL 1520
  • Chemistry (CHEM) Courses: CHEM 2010, CHEM 2020
  • Computer (CSCS) Courses: CSCS 1240, CSCS 1320
  • Geology (GEOL) Courses: GEOL 1510, GEOL 1520
  • Mathematics (MATH) Courses: MATH 2410, MATH 2560

3 Recommended to take an approved DEISJ course.