Physics

Physics and Astronomy Department

Stoffer Science Hall, Room 108
(785) 231-1010 ext 1330
www.washburn.edu/cas/physics

The Major

 

 

 

To major in Physics with a Bachelor of Science Degree, one must satisfactorily complete Physics 261 and 262 or 281 and 282, 320, 330, 334, 335, 350, 360 (Senior research project), 365, 366, at least two additional upper division laboratory courses, and pass a written and/or oral comprehensive examination. Credits in Physics 101, and Astronomy 101, 102 and 103 will not be allowed toward a major in physics. Credit in all other courses in astronomy may be applied toward a major or minor in physics.

To major in physics with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, one must satisfactorily complete 25 hours in Physics including 12 upper division hours. At least 6 hours of major courses in the Department must be taken in residence at Washburn University.

The Physics Program for Secondary Education Teachers (pending approval by State Board of Education)

The teaching of Physics at the secondary level requires completion of a BA or BS in Physics. Courses that must be taken to meet the standards for licensure in Kansas are: physics courses 261 and 262 or 281 and 282, 320, 330, 334, 335, 350, and 360 and correlated courses of either BI 102 or CH 151. In addition, students must fulfill the professional education course requirements of the Education Department. Students seeking licensure to teach must also be formally admitted to the University's Professional Teacher Education Programs. For admission requirements, see EDUCATION in this catalog.

SUGGESTED SCHEDULE IN PHYSICS

Freshman

First Semester (15 hrs) Second Semester (14-17 hrs)

English 101 (3)

Mathematics 152 (5)

Mathematics 151 (5)

Chemistry 152 (5)

Chemistry 151 (5)

General Physics I 281 (5)

Physical Education 198 (2)

 

Sophomore

First Semester (16 hrs) Second Semester (16 hrs)

Mathematics 153 (3)

Mathematics 241 (3)

General Physics II 282 (5)

Physics 365 (3)

French or German (4)

Physics 366 (3) OR Physics 334 (3)

Electives (4)

 

French or German (4)

 

Elective (3)

Junior

First Semester (15-18 hrs) Second Semester (13-16 hrs)

English 300 (3)

Physics 321 (3)

Physics 320 (3)

Physics 322 (2)

Physics 335 (3)

Physics 336 (3)

Mathematics 261 (3)

Mathematics 373 (3)

Electives (3-6)

Electives (2-5)

Senior

First Semester (15-17 hrs) Second Semester (16 hrs)

Physics 330 (3)

Physics 340 (3)

Physics 332 (1)

Physics 351 (3)

Physics 350 (3)

Physics 352 (1)

Physics 360 (1)

Physics 360 (1)

Mathematics 374 (3)

Mathematics 376 (3)

Electives (5-7)

Electives (5)

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