PHYSICS (PHY)
Course Descriptions
PHY/AST 450/550 Cr. 3-15
Physics and Astronomy Internship
Full- or part-time work experience in a physics or astronomy
related position with a public or private agency. Not more than
five credits are applicable to a major or three credits to a
minor in physics. A written application, departmental
acceptance, and appointment of adviser must be completed before
registration. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 (2.50
in physics), PHY 104 or 204 plus six credits in physics or
astronomy courses above 204 level. (Cross-listed with AST; may
only earn credit in PHY or AST.)
PHY/AST 453/553 Cr. 1-3
Topics in Physics and Astronomy
Various subjects of interest to specific groups will be offered on
occasion. Specific sub-topics will be assigned each time the
course is offered. Such titles might include nuclear physics,
low temperature physics, and the interstellar medium.
Prerequisite: PHY 104 or 204. Repeatable for credit under
different subtitles. (Cross-listed with AST 453/553; may only
earn credit in PHY or AST.)