Physics Studies

Physics is an important component of both a liberal and a technical education. Students of physics develop critical thinking and analogical reasoning skills, and come to appreciate the central role of physics in the development of science. The courses taught in this area present a clearly defined approach to science based on observation, quantitative experiments, and mathematical theory.

There are two alternative sequences of physics courses offered: PHYS 109 and 110, Physics I and II Algebra-Based, and PHYS 201 and 202, Physics I and II with Calculus. Check the requirements of your major to determine the required sequence.