Physics, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Physics
Sample Plan for New Students
This sample plan outlines one way to complete this degree. *some courses have prerequisites.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Total Credits: 180
- Credits in Major: 102
- Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.00
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.00
Four-Year Plan For New Students
Year 1
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | PHYS 1000 - From Quarks to the Cosmos (2) | PHYS 1210 - Mechanics (4) | PHYS 1220 - Electricity & Magnetism (4) |
| Course 2 | MATH 1334 - Calculus I (5) | PHYS 1211 - Mechanics Lab (1) | PHYS 1221 - Electricity & Magnetism Lab (1) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module I (5) | MATH 1335 - Calculus II (5) | MATH 1336 - Calculus III (5) |
| Course 4 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
Year 2
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | PHYS 1230 - Waves and Optics (4) | PHYS 2030 - Thermodynamics (2) | PHYS 2050 - Modern Physics (5) |
| Course 2 | PHYS 1231 - Waves and Optics Lab (1) | MATH 2330 - Multivariable Calculus (3) | PHYS 2060 - Modern Physics Lab (3) |
| Course 3 | MATH 2320 - Linear Algebra (3) | UCOR Module II (5) | MATH 2340 - Differential Equations (4) |
| Course 4 | UCOR Module II (5) | General Elective (5) | UCOR Module II (5) |
Year 3
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | PHYS 2500 - Mathematical Methods for Physics (4) | PHYS 3300 - Electromagnetic Field Theory (5) | PHYS 3850 - Quantum Mechanics (5) |
| Course 2 | PHYS 3100 - Classical Mechanics (5) | PHYS 3700 - Advanced Physics Lab (4) | PHYS Elective (3000 or 4000 level) (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module III (5) | UCOR Module III (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | PHYS 4100 - Advanced Classical Physics (5) | PHYS 4200 - Statistical & Thermal Physics (4) | PHYS Elective (3000 or 4000 level) (5) |
| Course 2 | PHYS 4870 - Senior Synthesis (3) | PHYS Elective (3000 or 4000 level) (4) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | Science Elective (5) | UCOR Module III (5) | General Elective (5) |
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes (SU's general education courses) are listed in the sample plan by what module is recommended. Some courses (*) have been fulfilled by your Associate Degree coursework and requirements in your major. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and http://www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning OR UCOR 2920 Ethical
Reasoning Health Care
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Contact your Advising Center for support:
Science & Engineering Advising: se-adv@seattleu.edu
Seattle U Advising Services: seattleu.edu/advising