PhysicsFaculty: M.C. George (Chairperson), J.S. Marsh, C. Mungan, C.S. Prayaga, R.C. Smith
Physics is a basic science which covers the study of matter, interactions, radiations, and the measurements thereof. The various subareas covered include mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, electronics, quantum phenomena and concepts of relativity, and several related laboratory activities.
The Physics Department offers the traditional B.S. program in Physics and Specializations in Engineering Physics and Physics with Computer Science. These two unique specializations are specifically designed to train students for the present-day industrial job market. UWF is one of the few schools in the southeastern U.S. which offers these two career options.
In addition to attending graduate school, a trained physicist can enter the employment market as a research scientist. Those with an engineering physics background are eligible for entry-level jobs as engineers in organizations such as civil service, particularly in the DOD, NASA, and the various national labs.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
In addition to general University requirements and General Studies requirements, students seeking the B.S. in Physics must meet the requirements listed below.
Students should consult with their academic advisor for courses which may satisfy both the General Studies requirements and common prerequisites.
Candidates for admission to UWF's NCATE/DOE approved teacher education programs must meet admission requirements detailed under Admission to Teacher Education. In addition to the program requirements noted below, teacher education students must also complete requirements specified under Teacher Education.
Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by prefix at Course Listings/Descriptions.
LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS (60 SH)
General Studies (36 sh)
Physics majors should take CHM2045/L and CHM2046/L to satisfy the natural science component of General Studies.
Common Prerequisites (28 sh)
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program.
| + | MAC 2311 | Analytic Geometry & Calculus I | 4 |
| + | MAC 2312 | Analytic Geometry & Calculus II | 4 |
| MAC 2313 | Analytic Geometry & Calculus III | 4 | |
| + | PHY 2048/L | University Physics I/Lab | 4 |
| + | PHY 2049/L | University Physics II/Lab | 4 |
| + | CHM 2045/L | Chemistry I/Lab | 4 |
| + | CHM 2046/L | Chemistry II/Lab | 4 |
+ Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Electives (3-9 sh)
| Computer science course, recommend FORTRAN or Pascal | 3 | ||
| Lower Division Electives | 0-6 | ||
ENGINEERING PHYSICS SPECIALIZATION
UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS (60 SH)
Major (40 sh)
| EGM 3512 | Engineering Mechanics | 4 | |
| PHY 3106 | Modern Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 3107 | Modern Physics II | 3 | |
| PHY 3101L | Modern Physics Lab | 2 | |
| PHY 3424C | Optics | 4 | |
| PHY 4323 | Electricity & Magnetism I | 3 | |
| PHZ 4113 | Mathematical Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 4250 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 | |
| PHY 4513 | Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory | 3 | |
| PHZ 4114 | Mathematical Physics II | 3 | |
| PHY 4910 | Independent Research | 3 | |
| PHY 4445 | Lasers & Applications | 3 | |
| PHY 4325 | Electricity & Magnetism II | 3 |
Major-Related (20 sh)
| EEL 3111 | Circuits I | 3 | |
| EEL 3303L | Electric Circuits Lab | 1 | |
| EEL 3304 | Electronic Circuits I | 3 | |
| EEL 3701C | Digital Logic & Computer Systems | 4 | |
| MAD 4401 | Numerical Analysis | 3 | |
| MAS 3105 | Linear Algebra | 3 | |
| MAP 2302 | Differential Equations | 3 |
Electives (0 sh)
PHYSICS SPECIALIZATION
UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS (60 SH)
Major (43 sh)
| PHY 3220 | Intermediate Mechanics | 4 | |
| PHY 3106 | Modern Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 3107 | Modern Physics II | 3 | |
| PHY 3101L | Modern Physics Lab | 2 | |
| PHY 3424C | Optics | 4 | |
| PHY 4604 | Quantum Theory | 3 | |
| PHY 4323 | Electricity & Magnetism I | 3 | |
| PHZ 4113 | Mathematical Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 4325 | Electricity & Magnetism II | 3 | |
| PHY 4513 | Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory | 3 | |
| PHZ 4114 | Mathematical Physics II | 3 | |
| PHY 4910 | Independent Research | 3 | |
| PHY 4445 | Lasers and Applications | 3 | |
| Physics Elective | 3 | ||
Major-Related (13 sh)
| EEL 3111 | Circuits I | 3 | |
| EEL 3303L | Electric Circuits Lab | 1 | |
| MAD 4401 | Numerical Analysis | 3 | |
| MAS 3105 | Linear Algebra | 3 | |
| MAP 2302 | Differential Equations | 3 |
Electives (4 sh)
| Non-Science Upper/Lower Division Electives | |||
PHYSICS WITH COMPUTER SCIENCE SPECIALIZATION
UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS (60 SH)
Major (27 sh)
| PHY 3106 | Modern Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 3107 | Modern Physics II | 3 | |
| PHY 3101L | Modern Physics Lab | 2 | |
| PHY 3424C | Optics | 4 | |
| PHY 4323 | Electricity & Magnetism I | 3 | |
| PHZ 4113 | Mathematical Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 4250 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 | |
| PHY 4513 | Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory | 3 | |
| PHY 4445 | Lasers & Applications | 3 |
Major-Related (32 sh)
| EGM 3512 | Engineering Mechanics | 4 | |
| EEL 3701C | Digital Logic & Computer Systems | 4 | |
| MAD 4401 | Numerical Analysis | 3 | |
| MAS 3105 | Linear Algebra | 3 | |
| COP 4610 | Computer Operating Systems | 3 | |
| CDA 4313 | Microprocessor Systems II | 3 | |
| COP 3530 | Data Structures | 3 | |
| CDA 3310 | Microprocessor Systems I | 3 | |
| MAP 2302 | Differential Equations | 3 | |
| Choose one: | |||
| COP 2210 | Microcomputer Programming with Pascal | 3 | |
| COP 2202 | Scientific FORTRAN | 3 | |
Electives (1 sh)
| Lower/Upper Division Elective | |||
PHYSICS EDUCATION SPECIALIZATION
UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS (60 SH)
Major (26 sh)
| AST 3033 | Modern Astronomy | 3 | |
| PHY 3221 | Intermediate Mechanics I | 4 | |
| PHY 3106 | Modern Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 3101L | Modern Physics Lab | 2 | |
| PHY 3424C | Optics | 4 | |
| PHY 4323 | Electricity & Magnetism I | 3 | |
| PHZ 4113 | Mathematical Physics I | 3 | |
| PHY 4910 | Independent Research | 3 | |
| ISC 3077 | Social & Ethical Issues in Physics | 1 |
Major-Related (26 sh)
| EEL 3111 | Circuits I | 3 | |
| EEL 3303L | Electric Circuits Lab | 1 | |
| MAP 2302 | Differential Equations | 3 | |
| BSC 1010/L | General Biology/Lab | 4 | |
| EDF 3214 | Psychological Foundations of Learning/Teaching | 3 | |
| EDF 3605 | Social, Historical & Philosophical Foundations of Education | 3 | |
| ESE 4940 | Professional practicum: Secondary Education | 3 | |
| SCE 4631 | Special Methods in Teaching Secondary & Junior High School Science | 3 | |
| ESE 3321C | General Methods for Teaching in the Secondary School Subjects | 3 |
Electives (8 sh)
| Upper Division Elective | 3 | ||
| Upper/Lower Division Electives | 5 | ||
POST BACCALAUREATE REQUIREMENTS FOR SECONDARY TEACHER CERTIFICATION
| Professional Sequence: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| EEX 3070 | Methods in Inclusion & Collaboration | 2 | |
| EDG 4707 | Multicultural Education for Secondary Education Teachers | 2 | |
| EME 4430 | Integrating Technology in Secondary Education | 2 | |
| ESE 4322 | Instruction, Management & Assessment: Secondary Education | 3 | |
| EDG 4940 | Student Teaching | 6 | |
MINOR
A Minor in Physics can be earned by completing 15 sh of physics courses above 3100 level, including PHY 3106, PHY 3107, and PHY 4323.
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