Physics
The Physics Major
The physics program includes a core of physics courses that will give students the quantitative problem solving skills that are the hallmark of a physics degree. For students wishing to continue to graduate school in physics, the faculty in physics at RWU engage in research and have been active in incorporating students into their work. The physics major also allows students who choose to work in industry to select electives from a variety of departments to tailor their degree plan to any of the number of fields open to physics graduates.
After completing the requirements for a B.S. in Physics, students will be able to:
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1. Construct mathematical solutions to quantitative problems involving physical systems at the advanced undergraduate level.
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2. Communicate the major ideas of physics to a non-technical audience.
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3. Communicate both advanced and fundamental concepts and ideas in physics to a technical audience.
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4. Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge of disciplines outside of physics that prepares the student for further work either in industry or academia.
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5. Apply the principles of problem solving used in physics to real world scenarios to find innovative solutions.
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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Majors pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Physics must satisfy University General Education requirements and the College speech requirement, COMM 210. They must complete eight required courses in physics and mathematics. Students must also complete 9 credit hours of physics electives, and 18 hours of general electives. Majors can choose to specialize in a discipline of physics using these electives, and are encouraged to double major.
