Why study Physics?
Physics is a fascinating field, covering a broad range of study areas, such as motion, sound, electricity, magnetism, muscle movement, blood flow, neurosystems, DNA/RNA kinetics, medical imaging, nature, space and more. Because of its broad application, it’s a natural added minor for students who major in biology, chemistry, computer science and mathematics.

Students pursuing careers in science and technology need to be competent in physics. Many post-graduate tests require extensive physics knowledge. Careers requiring a physics background include:

Physiotherapy
Medicine
Nursing
Engineering
Research
Technology
Mathematics

Make Discoveries
Physics students have an opportunity to study applied physics, astronomy, physics education or theoretical physics, working alongside peers and professors in Missouri Western’s high-tech labs, using state-of-the-art equipment.

Physics Requirements

Physics Minor

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Minor Requirements
Select all of section A or B:		13
Section A:
PHY 110	College Physics I
PHY 111	College Physics II
MAT 147	Applied Calculus
or MAT 167	Calculus with Analytic Geometry I
Section B:
PHY 210	University Physics I
PHY 211	University Physics II
PHY 312	University Physics III
Select seven credit hours from the following:		7
PHY 313	Modern Physics Laboratory
PHY 320	History of Physics
PHY 410	Selected Topics in Physics
PHY 450	Independent Research/Project
CHE 383	Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics and Kinetics
MAT 317	Differential Equations
Total Credit Hours		20

Note: Students seeking a minor in Physics for Secondary Teacher Certification must also complete PHY 465 Physics Teaching: Methods and Materials, the General Studies requirements for Secondary Education, and the Professional Sequence for Secondary Education.

Graduation Requirements

Have a valid and declared major on file (minors cannot be awarded in the same areas as the major, emphasis or concentration).
Earn a minimum of 3 credit hours beyond the major, emphasis, concentration and general studies requirements.
Earn a grade of C or higher in all minor coursework.
Earn a minor GPA of at least 2.0.

Minor Declaration Form

Are you ready to declare this minor? Download, sign and submit the form to the Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics Department.

Minor: Math & Physics