A Physics Minor

Students majoring in other academic areas who wish to minor in an area within physics may select, in consultation with and approval of their physics faculty advisor and the College of Science, at least 21 hours of appropriate courses within the physics area. The Physics Department supports three minors, as specifed below: General Physics, Optics, and Astronomy/Astrophysics.

General Physics Minor

For a general physics minor, a student must complete at least 21 hours of appropriate courses in physics, including PH 110-116, 499, and 3 semester hours in physics courses numbered 300 or above.

Optics Minor

A minimum of 23 semester hours of course work is required for a minor in optics. The courses should include: OPT 341, 411, and PH 110-116, 499.

Astronomy/Astrophysics Minor

A minor in astronomy/astrophysics consists of AST 106, 107, 371, PH 110, 111, 114, and 499.