Physics

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The core requirements are the same as those listed for baccalaureate degrees , with the exception that mathematics and natural science lab courses are satisfied with non-department courses required for the major. While not required, it is recommended that either PHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy or PHI 283 Philosophy of Science be taken to satisfy the humanities distribution requirement.

Requirements for Major

Core Curriculum Requirements 52 hour(s).
Electives 5 hour(s).

Supporting Course Requirements

COS 130 Computer Programming Methodology 4 hour(s).
MAT 145 Calculus I 4 hour(s).
MAT 146 Calculus II 4 hour(s).
MAT 247 Calculus III 4 hour(s).
MAT 258 Differential Equations 4 hour(s).
MAT 310 Linear Algebra 3 hour(s).
Chemistry or Biology electives 8 hour(s).

Supporting course subtotal: 31

Major Course Requirements

PHY 231 General Physics for Scientists and Engineers I 4 hour(s). *
PHY 232 General Physics for Scientists and Engineers II 4 hour(s).
PHY 233 Optics and Modern Physics 4 hour(s).
PHY 321 Statics 3 hour(s).
PHY 322 Dynamics 3 hour(s).
PHY 341 Electromagnetism I 3 hour(s).
PHY 351 Quantum Mechanics I 3 hour(s).
PHY 352 Quantum Mechanics II 3 hour(s).
PHY 450 Advanced Physics Lab 3 hour(s).
PHY 490 Science Seminar 1 hour(s).
PHY 491 Perspectives on Science 2 hour(s).
PHY 492 Senior Integration Paper in Physics 2 hour(s).
Physics elective 3 hour(s).

Major course subtotal: 38

Total hours for the major: 69

Total degree hours: 126

* PHY 231 General Physics for Scientists and Engineers I serves as a multifaceted preparation for other aspects of the college program. These goals cannot be met by transfer of PHY 231 from another institution into Covenant. For details, see the FAQ on the Physics Department website at Physics.covenant.edu.