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Nov 27, 2024
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Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Physics, Astronomy Concentration, B.S.
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The B.S. in Physics with a Concentration in Astronomy is a modification of Plan A, the general physics major track, to emphasize observational astronomy and stellar and galactic astrophysics. This concentration is designed for students who plan to pursue graduate studies and/or careers in astronomy and astrophysics, as well as for students who desire an increased emphasis on image processing techniques and radiative processes and energy transport.
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Core Areas A, B, C, D, and E: 42 hours
General Education Requirements (Core Curriculum)
(Students must select MATH 1113 in area A and MATH 1634 in area D. In Plans A,B, E, F, G, and the Astronomy concentration, it is advised that students select XIDS 2001 (The Physical Universe) in area B and CHEM 1211 + CHEM 1211L and CHEM 1212 + CHEM 1212L in area D.)
Courses Required for the Degree: 45-54 Hours
Ten Hours Selected From
Astronomy Concentration Core.
At least 7 credit hours in this area must have the ASTR prefix. That is, either PHYS 4323 or PHYS 4333 (but not both) may count toward the 10 hours.
Nine Hours Selected From:
Math Electives
Fifteen Additional Hours Selected From:
Electives: 6-15 Hours
Must include enough upper level hours to make a total of at least 39.
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