Physics

Through a variety of lectures and labs physics majors will have an opportunity to discover, analyze and comprehend some of the most fundamental laws and phenomena in God’s creation.

Program Highlights

PREPARE FOR YOUR CAREER AND GRADUATE SCHOOL

Students are prepared for graduate schools and a variety of significant career options.

INDEPENDENT RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

INTEGRATE YOUR CHRISTIAN FAITH WITH SCIENCE

Faculty have dialogue with students on key scientific issues and faith during our Faith and Science Lunch Discussions, Barnes Symposium, and selected courses. Students also have opportunities within the community to serve through the Math and Science Club.

B.A. Program Credits (Minimum Total Hours): 124

Total Liberal Arts Hours Required: 90

Major Requirements: 40 hours with a minimum of 24 hours in physics as follows:

  • Physics (Required): 12
  • Math (Required): 12
  • CSC 140
  • Physics (Electives): 6

Standard Completion Time
Four Years

B.S. Program Credits (Minimum Total Hours): 124

Total Liberal Arts Hours Required: 60

Major Requirements: 52 hours with a minimum of 30 hours in physics as follows:

  • Physics (Required): 12
  • Math (Required): 12
  • CSC 140
  • Four upper-division physics courses (12 hours): PHY 301, 302, 401, cross register for PHY-Thermodynamics (One course from this group may be replaced with a different advanced physics course if approved by the Department via a Course Substitution Form.)
  • Physics (Electives): 4
  • One science/mathematics elective, approved physics course through cross registration
  • One Career Emphasis elective

Accreditation
Middle States Commission on Higher Education

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What Will I Learn?

This program provides:

  • A strong foundation
  • Preparation from which the graduate can proceed in a variety of significant directions
  • Independent research opportunities
  • One-on-one interaction with professors
  • Prepares students for graduate schools
  • Ability to customize education through Rochester area colleges cross enrollment program.

Students have the opportunity to participate in the Society of Physics Chapter at Roberts Wesleyan College.

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Where Can It Take Me?

Careers

  • O’Brien and Gere Engineers, Inc.
  • Corning Incorporated Foundation
  • PEKO Precision Products
  • The Xerox Foundation
  • IEC Electronic, Inc.
  • The Brickkicker Home Inspection Co
  • SAIC
  • Molex
  • Textron Defense System

Graduate Schools

  • Adelphi University
  • Clarkson University
  • Hofstra University
  • Michigan State University
  • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • SUNY Albany
  • SUNY Brockport
  • University of Texas
  • Indiana University
  • Hofstra University

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