Physics, Minor

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It requires 22 credits, including core courses in University Physics and Modern Physics, and offers elective courses in areas such as Classical Mechanics, Optics, and Thermodynamics. Students must maintain a GPA of 2.00 to remain in the minor, which broadens their understanding of the world and improves their career prospects.

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Degree Overview:

Saint Louis University offers a minor in physics through the School of Science and Engineering. By pursuing a minor in physics, students increase problem-solving, reasoning and analytical skills, which will give them an advantage in many career paths. A minor in physics will broaden SLU students' understanding of the world and enhance their career prospects.

Outline:

• PHYS 1630 & PHYS 1640: University Physics II and University Physics II Laboratory (4 credits)
• PHYS 2610 & PHYS 2620: Modern Physics and Modern Physics Lab (4 credits)

Elective Courses:

Select three of the following (one with lab):

• PHYS 3110: Classical Mechanics
• PHYS 3310: Optics
• PHYS 3320: Optics Laboratory
• PHYS 3410: Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
• PHYS 3510: Analog & Digital Electronics
• PHYS 3610: Modern Physics II
• PHYS 3860: Physics Research I
• PHYS 3910: Co-Op with Industry
• PHYS 3915: Internship with Industry
• PHYS 3980: Independent Study
• PHYS 4010: Nanoscience Frontiers
• PHYS 4020: Experimental Physics
• PHYS 4110: Intro to Biophysics
• PHYS 4210: Electricity & Magnetism
• PHYS 4610: Quantum Mechanics
• PHYS 4840: Senior Inquiry: Thesis
• PHYS 4870: Physics Research II
• PHYS 4880: Senior Inquiry: Research Project
• PHYS 4890: Senior Inquiry: Comprehensive Examination
• PHYS 4910: Co-Op with Industry
• PHYS 4915: Internship with Industry
• PHYS 4930: Special Topics: Introduction to Plasma Physics

Other:

Students must have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 in physics minor coursework to be retained in the minor.