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Sample physics major program

1st year
courses
Course NameUnitsPerspective
Math124/125Honors Calculus I and II2FA
Phys120Intro Physics (with calculus)1
Phys121Classical Physics1
Chem101/102Intro Chemistry2SP
Engl20Intro Literature & Composition1VE
ElectivexxxHistorical Perspective (a)1HP
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2nd year
courses
Math130Linear Algebra1
Math131Multivariate Calculus1
Phys130/131Quantum Physics Seminar I/II2
Phys/Csci 125Computer Simulation Lab (b)1
Phys219Electronics Lab1
Art/MusicxxxArt or Music History perspective 1AP
ElectivexxxValues perspective (a)1VP
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3rd year
courses
Math 244Differential Equations1
Phys150Statistical and Thermal Physics1
Phys160/161Theoretical Physics I/II2
Phys171Atomic & Nuclear Physics1
Econ10Issues & Perspectives (a)1CP
ElectivexxxLanguage Perspective (a)1LP
Phys231Special Projects in Physics (c)1
Total Clark Credits248

(a) These perspectives can be taken in any order.
(b) Using FORTRAN or C or Java depending on your intended engineering area.
(c) The special project course is normally continued throughout the following
summer under the direct supervision of the faculty. Students can anticipate financial support during the summer for well developed projects.

 

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