Physics: Electrical Engineering
| College: | Arts and Sciences |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Bachelor of Science |
| Major: | Physics |
| Concentration: | Electrical Engineering |
| Effective Term: | Fall 2023 |
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The core topics of physics include: mechanics (motion, forces, and energy); thermodynamics, sound, and light; electricity and magnetism; relativity and quantum mechanics. The modern areas of physics research are: astrophysics and general relativity; atomic, molecular, and optical physics; biophysics; condensed matter physics (e.g. magnetism, semiconductors, superconductors); nuclear physics; particle physics; and plasma physics. The UNF B.S. physics programs focus on preparing graduates for employment in a wide array of technical and non-technical fields or for graduate studies.
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Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.
Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.
- Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student’s major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). All students should consult with the chair of the physics department or one of the physics department faculty and their academic advisor.
- Visit the Physics Department webpage for a complete list of Physics prerequisites. PHY 1028 Introduction to Physics is a prerequisite for PHY 2048C Calculus Based Physics I. Students requiring preparation for MAC 2311 Calculus I take MAC 1147 Precalculus.
- Students following the Electrical Engineering concentration of the Physics Major must choose Major Electives from Electrical Engineering or Physics. See the university catalog for course options. Students should consult the Electrical Engineering department regarding availability of Engineering courses.
- Students are encouraged to engage in research with a faculty mentor in physics early in their academic career at UNF. Faculty will explain the opportunities they offer for students to become involved in their respective programs of research. Research opportunities may be available year-round. A Physics Internship Program is available to students. Visit the Physics Department webpage for more information. Internship applications are available under Helpful Links on the department webpage.
- Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
- A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree in Physics. Students should consult with an academic advisor, or a Physics department faculty member regarding their Free Elective hours and options. For additional information visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.
Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PHY1024 Exploring Majoring in Physics (Offered Fall term only) | 1 |
| MAC2311 (GM) Calculus I (Program Prerequisite) | 4 |
| CHM2045 General Chemistry I (Program Prerequisite) CHM2045L General Chemistry I Laboratory (Program Prerequisite) |
3 1 |
| ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose | 3 |
| PHY1028 Introduction to Physics (Not a Program Prerequisite, but PHY1028 is a prerequisite for PHY2048C Calculus Based Physics I with Lab. Students may contact the Physics Department for alternatives to satisfy this prereq requirement to PHY2048C.) | 2 |
| Total Hours: |
14 |
Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHY2048C Calculus Based Physics I with Lab (Program Prereq) | 4 | |
| MAC2312 (GM) Calculus II (Program Prerequisite) | 4 | |
| CHM2046 General Chemistry II (Program Prerequisite) CHM2046L Gen Chem II Lab (Program Prerequisite) |
3 1 |
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| ENC1143 (GW) Evidence and Style OR IDS1932 First Year IDS Writing Seminar | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) MAC2311 Calculus I Minimum Grade C |
Summer 1
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Total Hours: |
3 |
Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHY2049 Calculus-Based Physics II (Program Prerequisite) PHY2049L Calculus-Based Physics II Lab (Program Prerequisite) |
3 1 |
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| MAC2313 (GM) Calculus III (Program Prerequisite) | 4 | |
| Select a third Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 14 | |
Mile Marker(s) MAC2312 Calculus II Minimum Grade C PHY1024 Exploring Majoring in Physics Minimum Grade C |
Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MAP2302 (GM) Ordinary Differ Equations | 3 | |
| COP2220 Programming I | 3 | |
| PHY3101 Modern Physics (May complete PHY3101 in Term 4 or Term 5) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) MAC2313 Calculus III Minimum Grade C PHY2048C and PHY2049/2049L Minimum Grade C All BS Physics Program Prerequisites |
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| NOTE: MAS3105 Linear Algebra (Typically offered every term) is a prerequisite for EEL3135 Signals and Systems taken in Term 8. MAS3105 may be taken any term after completion of MAC2312 Calculus II. |
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Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHY3101L Modern Physics Lab (Offered Fall term only) | 1 | |
| PHZ3113C Mathematical Physics (Offered Fall term only) | 4 | |
| MAS3105 (GM) Linear Algebra (Typically offered every Term) | 4 | |
| Select a Major Elective (See Degree Evaluation) EEL, EEE, PHY or PHZ prefix | 3 | |
| Select a Major Elective (See Degree Evaluation) EEL, EEE, PHY or PHZ prefix | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) MAP2302 (GM) Ordinary Differ Equations Minimum Grade C PHY3101 Modern Physics Minimum Grade C PHY3101L Modern Physics Lab Minimum Grade C PHZ3113C Mathematical Physics Minimum Grade C |
Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHY3604 Quantum Mechanics (Offered Spring term only) | 4 | |
| PHY3220 Classical Mechanics (Offered Spring term only) | 4 | |
| PHZ4404 Solid State Physics (Offered Spring term only) | 3 | |
| EEL3111 Circuit Analysis I (Typically offered every term) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 14 | |
Mile Marker(s) Civic Literacy Requirement |
Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PHY4320 Electricity and Magnetism (Offered Fall term only) | 4 |
| EEL3112 Circuit Analysis II (Typically offered Fall term only) | 3 |
| EEE3308 Microelectronics I (Typically offered Fall term only) | 3 |
| EEL3117L Electrical Circuits Laboratory (Typically offered Fall term only) | 1 |
| EEL3701 Intro to Digital Systems (Typically offered Fall term only) EEL3701L Intro to Digital Systems Lab (Typically offered Fall term only) |
3 1 |
| PHY4910 Physics Research and Seminar 1 | 1 |
| Total Hours: |
16 |
Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PHY4802L Advanced Physics Laboratory (Offered Spring term only) | 2 |
| EEL3135 Signals and Systems (Typically offered Spring term only) | 3 |
| PHY3424C Optics with Laboratory (Offered Spring term only) | 4 |
| Select Free Elective Credits (If needed) | 5 |
| PHY4911 Physics Research and Seminar 2 | 1 |
| Total Hours: | 15 |
Total Program Hours: |
120 |