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Physics/Computing Option — Bachelor of Science

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The Department of Physics offers a program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in physics with a computing option. This option is designed for students who plan a career in any of the many areas of theoretical or experimental physics that involve extensive use of digital computers.

Students following the physics program with the computing option must meet the requirements of the basic physics degree program (BS). In addition, the following courses are required.

Degree Requirements

Computing Option Requirements

 

27

CS 240, 241, 242

12

 

MTH 257

3

 

CS 400

4

 

CS 316, 317

8

 
  • Students who wish to learn about microprocessors may wish to take further courses in computer engineering, such as CEG 260, 320, and 360. For these students, CEG 430 and 431 may be taken in place of CS 316 and 317


  • Because the order in which courses are taken is important, students should closely follow the suggested programs for the required courses
  • Minimum requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree in physics includes successfully completing the required courses, with a GPA of at least 2.0 for all physics courses, as well as completing university and college degree requirements
 

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