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Political Science, B.A.
stewards of His creation as they serve others in research, academia, and industry. Degree Program A Bachelor of Science degree in Physics is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate requirements and the departmental specific requirements. Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Physics, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the foundational principles of physics (ULO 1). 2. Demonstrate an ability to solve quantitative and conceptual technical problems related to physics (ULO 1). 3. Demonstrate safe laboratory technique, proper use of appropriate equipment, and suitable results and data analysis (ULO 1). 4. Obtain and use appropriate physics-related literature and resource materials (ULO 1). 5. Summarize the key issues in science and faith and recognize the harmony possible while studying God's creation (ULO 1, 2, and 3). Each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information (p. 6) section of this catalog. Requirements GPA Requirement To continue in the program a student is required to have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in their first year of chemistry, physics and/or math courses taken at Biola. Depending on the major, these courses may include: CHEM 105, MATH 105, MATH 106, PHSC 132, PHSC 134, PHSC 233, PHSC 237. Integration Seminar Requirement Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Physics degree program are required to take BBST 465 as ’Christianity and the Natural Sciences,’ or another approved Integration Seminar topic (see advisor).
PHSC 132 PHSC 134 PHSC 233
General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat General Physics I Laboratory General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism
3 1 3
PHSC 237 PHSC 234
General Physics II Laboratory
1 4
General Physics III: Waves, Optics and Modern Physics Computer Techniques in Science and Engineering
PHSC 311
3
PHSC 318 PHSC 321 PHSC 336 PHSC 340 PHSC 412 PHSC 460 PHSC 480
Classical Mechanics
3 5 3 3 3 1 3 3
Circuits and Instrumentation I Mathematical Methods in Physics
Electrodynamics
Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
Capstone Seminar
Advanced Physics Laboratory
Select at least 3 credits of upper-division Physics electives.
Total Credits
63
Political Science, B.A. Mission
The mission of the Political Science program is to educate Christian men and women in political science in order to produce thinking Christians who demonstrate a broad understanding of the art and science of politics, based on a biblical foundation and worldview; who understand and apply biblical knowledge, Christian virtues, and ethical principles to politics; and who demonstrate entry-level professional skills necessary for success in politics and related fields. Vision The vision of the Biola University Political Science department is to develop a movement of men and women suitably trained in mind and character whom God may entrust with positions of influence within government, law, and public policy. Degree Program A Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. The Political Science major requires 39 credits, 24 of which must be upper-division. For students interested in teaching the History: Secondary Instruction concentration offered under History, B.A. (p. 86) prepares students for teaching the social sciences, including political science. Off-Campus Programs American Studies Program Biola University cooperates with the American Studies Program in Washington, D.C. This program provides work/study opportunities for students each semester in all of the disciplines offered at Biola, especially political science. Based on the principle of integrating faith, learning and living, students are invited to spend time in the nation's capital serving as interns, participating in an academic seminar program and living in a unique community of Christians from different geographical regions and denominational backgrounds. The American Studies Program is designed for juniors and seniors with a wide range of academic majors and vocational interests. Students are
Curriculum Requirements Program-Specific Core Curriculum (GE) Courses
Physics majors automatically meet the Core Curriculum (GE) requirement of 6 credits of science and mathematics. The foreign language requirement is met by two years in high school or 4 credits of college foreign language. Program Courses CHEM 105 General Chemistry I
4 4 4 4 4 3 1
CHEM 106 MATH 105 MATH 106 MATH 205 MATH 335 PHSC 124
General Chemistry II
Calculus I Calculus II Calculus III
Ordinary Differential Equations Data Analysis and Presentation
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