With major advances in technology happening almost every day, the physical sciences have never been more important. If you're interested in the forces that guide our universe, the BA in physics may be for you. With coursework that bridges the fundamentals of the field with advanced topics like quantum physics and electromagnetism, you'll have a strong foundation complemented by the opportunity to conduct hands-on research with your peers and faculty mentors. And since the BA program is focused on a broad range of topics, you'll be ready to pursue a diverse array of careers right after you graduate.
Featured Courses
PHYS 2251
Modern Physics
About this Course
First of a two-quarter sequence, this course covers topics in special relativity, photons, de Broglie wavelength, Heisenberg uncertainty principles, quantum numbers and invariance principles. In addition, students will learn an introduction to quantum physics of atoms, molecules, solids and nuclei as well as radioactive decay and elementary particles.
PHYS 2340
Medical Imaging Physics
About this Course
Course topics will include X-rays, nuclear medicine instrumentation, radiography and fluoroscopy, computed tomography, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging and radiobiology.
PHYS 2300
Physics of the Body
About this Course
In this course, students will learn about muscles and forces, the physics of the skeleton, and energy, heat, work and power of the body. Other topics include osmosis and kidneys, lungs and breathing, the cardiovascular system, and electrical and magnetic signals in the body.
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