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Physics Major, B.A.

This program is designed for students who wish some physics training for background and entry into another profession, such as law or medicine, or to supplement an associated profession such as secondary teaching.

I.Transfer students must take a minimum of 15 quarter hours in physics at Bemidji State University.

II.Required Courses

• MATH 241, 242, 243 Calculus I, II, III (15 credits)
• PHYS 211, 212, 213 Physics I, II, III (15 credits)
• PHYS 222 Dynamics (4 credits)
• PHYS 360 Modern Physics (4 credits)
• PHYS 372 Advanced Laboratory
  and/or PHYS 472 Project Laboratory (2 credits)

Subtotal: 40 credits

III. Required Electives in Physics

Complete a minimum of 21 quarter hours of Physics courses numbered 221 or above (excluding 311). 21 credits

TOTAL QUARTER HOURS REQUIRED FOR MAJOR, B.A.: 61 CREDITS

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Suggested Schedule For Physics Major, B.A.

The following is a list of Physics Major, B.A. courses arranged by year. This schedule is intended to help students plan their courses in an orderly fashion; however, these are only suggestions and this schedule is flexible. Since some advanced courses in physics are offered on alternate years, consult with Department Chair for current schedule.

Freshman

• MATH 241, 242, 243 Calculus I, II, III
• PHYS 211, 212, 213 Physics I, II, III
• Liberal Education requirements

Sophomore

• PHYS 222 Dynamics
• Electives in physics
• Liberal Education requirements

Junior/Senior

• PHYS 372 Advanced Laboratory
• PHYS 360 Modern Physics
• PHYS 472 Project Laboratory
• Electives in physics
• Complete Liberal Education requirements

  For alternative schedules available to students desiring a review of algebra and trigonometry, please consult the Department Chair.