Sample Schedules
The sample schedules illustrate three possible pathways for students to complete the major while complying with all pre-requisite requirements. Students who are contemplating a Physics or Physics with Astronomy emphasis major are encouraged to consult with a Physics and Astronomy faculty member at an early stage to plan a schedule that fits their situation.
Sample schedule 1: Physics major started in the first year.
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First Year | MATH 137, Applied Multivariable Calculus II PHYS 226, Principles of Physics I | MATH 237, Applied Multivariable Calculus III PHYS 227, Principles of Physics II |
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Sophomore | MATH 236, Linear Algebra PHYS 331, Modern Physics | PHYS 348, Lab Instrumentation |
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Junior | PHYS 370, Computational Physics PHYS 443, Electromagnetic Theory I | PHYS 461PHYS 461, Mechanics PHYS 489, Physics Seminar |
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Senior | PHYS 481, Quantum Mechanics PHYS 489, Physics Seminar | PHYS 468, Statistical Mechanics PHYS 489, Physics Seminar |
Sample schedule 2: Physics major started in the sophomore year.
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First Year |
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Sophomore | MATH 137, Applied Multivariable Calculus II PHYS 226, Principles of Physics I | MATH 236, Linear Algebra MATH 237, Applied Multivariable Calculus III PHYS 227, Principles of Physics II |
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Junior | PHYS 331, Modern Physics PHYS 443, Electromagnetic Theory I PHYS 468, Physics Seminar | PHYS 348, Lab Instrumentation PHYS 461, Mechanics |
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Senior | PHYS 370, Computational Physics PHYS 481, Quantum Mechanics PHYS 468, Physics Seminar | PHYS 468, Statistical Mechanics PHYS 468, Physics Seminar |
Sample schedule 3: Physics with Astronomy emphasis major.
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First Year | MATH 137, Applied Multivariable Calculus II PHYS 226, Principles of Physics I | MATH 237, Applied Multivariable Calculus III PHYS 227, Principles of Physics II |
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Sophomore | MATH 236, Linear Algebra PHYS 331, Modern Physics | PHYS 440/460, Observational Astronomy or Astrophysics |
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Junior | PHYS 370, Computational Physics PHYS 443, Electromagnetic Theory I PHYS 468, Physics Seminar | PHYS 440/460, Observational Astronomy or Astrophysics PHYS 461, Mechanics |
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Senior | PHYS 481, Quantum Mechanics (strongly recommended) PHYS 468, Physics Seminar | PHYS 468, Statistical Mechanics PHYS 468, Physics Seminar |