Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science, Physics

The curriculum in physics is designed to give the student a thorough understanding of the fundamentals and modern applications of physics. The Bachelor of Science program prepares the student for graduate school, a career in scientific research and development, or industrial work. It is also intended for those students who wish to prepare for interdisciplinary studies on the graduate level in fields such as astronomy and astrophysics, atmospheric science, biophysics, engineering, environmental science, geophysics, or physical oceanography. The Bachelor of Arts degree program is designed for students seeking to enter professions requiring a moderate training in physics.

The lower-division requirements of both degree programs can also be used to prepare for study in engineering. After completion, the student can transfer to engineering programs for upper-division course work and study in engineering.

Applied Physics Concentration

1. Complete the following courses (13 units):

• PHYS 3520 Modern Physics and Quantum Mechanics , 3 units
• PHYS 4102 Advanced Physics Lab, 2 units
• PHYS 4250 Analog and Digital Electronics, 4 units
• PHYS 4930 Lasers and Holography, 4 units

2. Select 12 upper-division units in physical sciences or mathematics, in consultation with the adviser.

Liberal Studies Concentration in Physics

1. Complete the following lower-division courses (5 units):

• PHYS 2260 General Physics II, 4 units
• PHYS 2262 General Physics II Lab, 1 unit

2. Complete a minimum of 15 units chosen from upper-division courses in physics upon advisement.