The physical science program provides a broad training in the physical sciences that is desirable for one who plans to pursue a goal built on a composite science background. The physical science major combines adequate physics, chemistry, geology and mathematics to provide a sound working knowledge of physical science. Since the program is less specialized than one in a single science, it has provision for adequate course selections and sufficient electives to provide for concentrated study in a discipline chosen to meet the career objectives of the individual student. The academic advisers work closely with students in this program.

Bachelor Of Science With A Major In Physical Science (PSC)

Typical First Year

• General Physics I Mechanics and Lab
• General Chemistry and Labs (2 courses; 2 labs)
• Pre-Calculus Mathematics
• Analytical Geometry and Calculus I
• Scientific Programming
• College Composition I & II
• 1 Humanities Base elective

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Physics - basic physics, PHY 206, 207, 208, 210L, 211L.
Chemistry - basic chemistry, CHM 123, 123L, 124, 124L, plus optional upper-level courses.
Geology - basic geology, GEO 115, 115L, 116, 116L, plus optional upper-level courses.
Mathematics - basic mathematics, MTH 101, 118, 119, 218, 219.
Physical Science - upper-level selections from physics, chemistry and geology to total 26 sem. hrs (at least 12 sem. hrs. in physics).
Communication Skills - proficiency requirements in college composition, speech and computer science.
General Education - 27 sem. hrs. including 12 in philosophy/religious studies, 9 hrs. in humanities and 6 hrs. in social science.
General Electives - additional hours to total at least 120 sem. hrs.