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Physics, Minor

Â鶹´«Ã½ 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.

This minor requires 22 credits of physics.

Required Courses
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University Physics I
and University Physics I Laboratory
4
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University Physics II
and University Physics II Laboratory
4
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Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
Elective Courses
Select three of the following (one with lab):10
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Classical Mechanics
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Optics
±Ê±á³Û³§Ìý3320
Optics Laboratory
±Ê±á³Û³§Ìý3410
Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
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Analog & Digital Electronics
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Modern Physics II
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Physics Research I
±Ê±á³Û³§Ìý3910
Co-Op with Industry
±Ê±á³Û³§Ìý3915
Internship with Industry
±Ê±á³Û³§Ìý3980
Independent Study
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Nanoscience Frontiers
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Experimental Physics
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Intro to Biophysics
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Electricity & Magnetism
±Ê±á³Û³§Ìý4610
Quantum Mechanics
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Senior Inquiry: Thesis
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Physics Research II
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Senior Inquiry: Research Project
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Senior Inquiry: Comprehensive Examination
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Co-Op with Industry
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Internship with Industry
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Special Topics: Introduction to Plasma Physics
Total Credits22

Continuation Standards

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