For physics majors, the normal sequence of physics courses (not including physics electives and math courses) is:
| Fall Semester | Spring Semester | |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Introductory Physics 1 | Introductory Physics 2 |
| Year 2 | Modern Physics Methods of Physics |
Modern Physics Lab Classical Mechanics |
| Year 3 | Thermal Physics | Electromagnetic Theory |
| Year 4 | Quantum Mechanics |
A physics major must take at least two additional lecture courses and one laboratory course, typically during Year 3 and Year 4. Electives available:
- Optics + Lab
- Electronics + Lab
- Introduction to Astrophysics
- Solid State Physics
- Intermediate Topics in Physics
- Advanced Topics in Physics
Students who need to complete the major in three years (because of a late declaration of major, Study Abroad, or the 3-2 Program in Engineering) take the following schedule:
| Fall Semester | Spring Semester | |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Introductory Physics 1 | Introductory Physics 2 |
| Year 2 | Modern Physics Methods of Physics |
Modern Physics Lab Classical Mechanics |
| Year 3 |
Thermal Physics |
Electromagnetic Theory |
At least two additional lecture courses and one laboratory course are required, typically taken during the spring semesters of Year 2 and Year 3.