Physics - SUNY at Binghamton

Physics from SUNY at Binghamton is a Campus Bachelor Physics degree that prepares you for a Science career. Students in the physics concentration receive training in most basic areas of physics and mathematics. The concentration provides a firm foundation in the principles of physics of contemporary interest. A student with such training is prepared to go on to graduate school for additional specialization in physics, engineering or other applied science fields or professions. The undergraduate degree in physics provides an adequate basis for teaching physics in high schools and research and development work in industry. Although it is preferable for the potential physics major to start physics courses as a freshman, the structure of the physics curriculum is such that the Harpur College student is able to satisfy the requirements for the BA degree in physics in two years of study following the completion of general physics and a year of calculus. If the student wishes to complete the requirements for the BS degree , an earlier start than the sophomore year is highly advisable. No courses taken to satisfy the requirement for the major in physics may be taken with the P/F option when letter grades are available for the courses. Credit by examination is not granted for courses taught by this department apart from the Advanced Placement procedure. Physics majors will be expected to develop computer skills and apply such skills to the solving of problems encountered within the framework of courses required for the degree. If the student does not possess knowledge of a computer programming language, a course or half-course in computer programming should be taken during his or her first two years. The Watson School has several offerings that would generate the appropriate level of knowledge required to complete the projects assigned in upper-level physics courses. BA Degree Students planning to major in physics with a BA degree should take PHYS 121 and 122 (or 131 and 132) and should complete MATH 221, 222 and 323 as quickly as possible. Mathematics should be continued at least through Mathematical Methods in Science I and II (MATH 371-471). In addition, a major in physics normally requires PHYS 227, 323, 327, 331, 332, 341 and 421 (a total of nine full courses in physics). If the student does not possess knowledge of a computer programming language, he or she should take a course or half course in computer programming during the first two years. The Watson School has several offerings that generate the appropriate level of knowledge required to complete the projects assigned in upper-level physics courses. Prospective physics majors should discuss their programs with a member of the department at their earliest convenience. View more details on SUNY at Binghamton . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physics courses.