A minor in physics is also offered. Origins, Ideas and Directions SCI 4 Credits Study of important physical theories and concepts through historical perspective and with examples from contemporary physics. Fall and spring terms. Credits A study of electricity, magnetism, light and atomic physics at a conceptual level integrating lecture, demonstration and laboratory work. Credits A study of astronomy beginning with its historical roots and leading to our current understanding of the sun and other components of the solar system, stars, galaxies and the universe.
Students study the night sky and methods used by astronomers.
Some evening laboratories are required. An introduction to physics in which no prior training in physics or chemistry is required. The study of mechanics, heat and sound. Credits A study of electricity and magnetism, light and atomic physics. An introduction to mechanics, heat and sound, requiring the use of calculus.