Physics, Computational Physics Option

Physics Core

A physics major must satisfactorily complete the following courses: Physics 51, 52, 54, 64, 111, 116, 133, 134, 151, 195 (taken four times), and Mathematics 82. In addition, a physics major must satisfactorily complete the courses in the standard program or in one of the Physics options. A final oral and written report of completed research, Clinic, or independent project work is required for all physics majors. The Physics 195 Colloquium requirement is waived for any semester during which a student is away on a study abroad program.

Physics and Computers Option

Students planning a career or graduate studies in computer applications to problems in physics and engineering would particularly benefit from Physics 117 and Mathematics 165. Students planning graduate studies in computer science should take Computer Science 105 and additional computer science courses as time permits.

PHYS117 HM - Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics
or
Two physics half-courses
and
PHYS170 HM - Computational Methods in Physics
and
CSCI042 HM - Principles and Practice of Computer Science
or
CSCI060 HM - Principles of Computer Science
and

Two electives chosen from:
ENGR155 HM - Microprocessor-Based Systems: Design and Applications
MATH165 HM - Numerical Analysis
Any computer science course numbered 70 or higher
and

4 to 6 credits of:
PHYS199 HM - Senior Thesis in Physics (taken twice)
or
A full year of an approved Clinic