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Physics
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major in Physics at Kentucky Wesleyan is designed to prepare
physics majors for technical post baccalaureate employment
or for entrance into graduate study in physics, medical
physics, engineering, or related fields. Physics majors are
expected to have an understanding of the broad range of
general principles that characterizes physics and the
ability to apply both theoretical and experimental
techniques to the solution of a wide variety of problems.
Specifically, we intend our graduates to:
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understand the role of physics among the sciences and in
society;
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understand the basic principles and foundations of physics;
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understand and utilize the methods and techniques in
experimental physics;
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develop the ability for problem solving in physics;
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develop technical communication skills.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in
physics.
A student should choose a curriculum track and, in
consultation with his or her advisor, select courses
appropriate for that track.
PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS — 33 HOURS
PHYS 2404 General Physics I
PHYS 2405 General Physics II
PHYS 3301 Electricity and Magnetism
PHYS 3302 Mechanics
PHYS 3408 Modern Physics
PHYS 4301 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
Curriculum Tracks
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Traditional Physics (12 hours)
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Engineering Physics (12 hours)
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Medical Physics (12 hours)
SUPPORTING REQUIREMENTS — 32 HOURS
CHEM 1351 General Chemistry I
CHEM 1251 General Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 1352 General Chemistry II
CHEM 1252 General Chemistry Laboratory II
MATH 1402 Introductory Calculus
MATH 2305 Calculus: Sequences and Series
MATH 2306 Calculus: Vector Methods
MATH 3300 Advanced Calculus
MATH 3301 Differential Equations
Must take one of the following programming sequences:
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CIS 2301 Beginning Java and CIS 3301 Advanced Java
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CIS 2303 Beginning Visual Basic and CIS 3303 Advanced Visual
Basic
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CIS 2305 Beginning C++ and CIS 3305 Advanced C++
GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM AND ELECTIVES — 50 HOURS
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