PHY 100: Introduction to the Physical Sciences
A correlated presentation of the fundamental principles of the physical sciences for non-science majors. Lecture three hours per week and lab three hours per week, to be taken concurrently.
Physics/Physical Science
Courses
PHY 101: Introduction to the Physical Sciences
A correlated presentation of the fundamental principles of the physical sciences for non-science majors. Lecture three hours per week and lab three hours per week, to be taken concurrently.
PHY 160: Physical Geology
A study of the structure and materials of Earth's crust, the development of topographic features by weathering, erosion, volcanism, plate tectonics, and the relationship of Earth to the cosmos.
PHY 160L: Physical Geology Lab
A study of the structure and materials of Earth's crust, the development of topographic features by weathering, erosion, volcanism, plate tectonics, and the relationship of Earth to the cosmos.
PHY 202: College Physics I
A study of the fundamental principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. Lecture meets 3 hours per week. Must be taken concurrently with PHY 203.
PHY 203: Physics Laboratory I
A variety of physics laboratory techniques are used to demonstrate the theoretical principles under discussion in the lecture. Lab meets 3 hours per week. Must be taken concurrently with PHY 202 or PHY 212.
PHY 204: College Physics II
A study of the fundamental principles of electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Lecture meets 3 hours per week. Must be taken concurrently with PHY 205.
PHY 205: Physics Laboratory II
A variety of physics laboratory techniques are used to demonstrate the theoretical principles under discussion in the lecture. Lab meets 3 hours per week. Must be taken concurrently with PHY 204 or PHY 214.
PHY 388: Special Topics Course
The subject matter and method of this course will vary from semester to semester in line with current trends, and the needs and interests of students.
PHY 395: Physics Capstone Project
Under the guidance of a faculty mentor, the student designs an independent project that uses both theories and applications of physics. Applications can be in any area, including astronomy or meteorology. The final report must be written in scientific style, and a seminar presentation of the student's project at Scholar's Day is required before graduation.