Minor in Biological Physics
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1. Students will have a knowledge of the information in each of the major areas of physics. |
1A. Students will demonstrate an improved understanding of the fundamental concepts in each of the major areas of physics |
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2. Students will have mastered the skills appropriate to the discipline of physics. |
2A. Students will demonstrate a conceptual problem solving ability. 2B. Students will demonstrate a proficiency in the application of mathematics to physics. |
| 3. Students will understand how physics can improve our understanding of biology and medicine. | 3A. Students will be able to apply physics principles to biological and medical situations. |
Course requirements 18 credits
- PHY 213 (or 201 or 221) & PHY 205 General Physics I (4 credits)
- PHY 214 (or 202 or 222) & PHY 206 General Physics II (4 credits)
- PHY 301 Modern Physics (3 credits)
- PHY 351 Physics in Medicine OR PHY 353 Introduction to Biological Physics (3 credits)
- BIO 211 General Biology: Molecular and Cellular (4 credits)