Phys i cs (65 units) Physics 124, 132, 132L, 233, 233L, 234, 318, 321, 460, 480; Chemis- try 105, 106; Math 105, 106, 205, 291, 435; Computer Science 105; and 13 units of upper division courses in physics, chemistry or math, with at least 6 units in physics. To continue in this program a student is normally required to have a GPA of 2.5 in PHSC 132, 132L, 233, 233L; MATH 105, 106 and CHEM 105. Engineer ing Phys i cs A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering physics is awarded to students who complete the 3/2 engineering program at Biola and an approved engineering school. The degree requires completion of all the general education and Bible requirements at Biola along with a minimum of 50 pre-engineering units and completion of an accredited engineering program. Special arrangement has been made with the University of Southern California for this five- year, dual-degree program in liberal arts / sciences and engineer- ing. Students attend Biola for three years taking courses in physics, chemistry, biblical studies and the liberal arts. The final two years are taken at the University of Southern California School of Engi- neering. Upon successful completion of the five-year program, a student receives a B.S. degree in Engineering Physics from Biola and a B.S. degree in Engineering from USC. Students interested in this 3/2 program with USC, or who choose to attend another ac- credited engineering school following a similar pattern, must plan their course of study under the supervision of the engineering advisor and with the approval of the department. The student should be aware that engineering schools often have a minimum GPA requirement for application. The program at USC currently requires a 3.0 GPA in core Math and Science courses. The required pre-engineering courses taken at Biola for most engi- neering programs are: Physical Science 121, 124; Math 105, 106, 205, 435; Chemistry 105; Physics 132, 132L, 233, 233L, 234, 311, 313, 321, and 318 or 352; Computer Science 105. Other courses may be required for specific engineering programs.
Physics - Physical Sciences– Engineering Physics Faculty Chair: .......................................................................James Rynd, Ph.D. Professors: ....................................................................... Bloom, Rynd Instructor: . ....................................................................................Pichaj Mission & Learning Outcomes In obedience to our Lord's call to make new the creation, to serve others, and to glorify God, the programs in Chemistry and Physics have as their mission to prepare servant-leaders in the physical sciences who appreciate how these fields manifest the power and creativity of God. Further, we seek to serve as a resource for sci- ence education to the greater Biola community. Upon completion of one of these majors, the student will be able to express an understanding of the basic laws and theories of physics and chemistry, demonstrate an ability to do quantitative problem solving, demonstrate good laboratory technique, acquire several technical skills, apply scientific methodology to a research problem and integrate scientific knowledge and theories with the Christian faith. Degree Program Our department offers three majors: 1) Physical Science with an emphasis in either chemistry or physics, 2) Engineering Physics for those in the 3/2 program and 3) Biochemistry. As well as provid- ing the necessary prerequisites for professional programs such as engineering, medicine and education, these majors qualify one for many graduate programs related to the physical sciences. The knowledge and skills provided in our programs make our gradu- ates much sought after by technically-oriented business, industry and government agencies.
Majors Phys i cal Sc i ence
Students in the engineering 3/2 program sequence are exempt from general education requirements in litera- ture (3) andWorld Civilization (3). The student is also exempt from the last semester residency requirement.
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A Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Science is offered upon completion of the university baccalaureate requirements and the physical science departmental requirements in one of the follow- ing emphases. Chemi stry (60 units) Chemistry 105, 106, 301, 302, 311, 312, 350, 402; Physics 124, 132, 132L, 233, 233L, 234, 460; Math 105, 106; the remaining 14 units are taken in chemistry, physics and math, of which 10 units must be upper division. Three units of computer science may be counted toward the 14 units of electives in chemistry, physics or math.
B iochemi stry A description of the biochemistry program and the degree re- quirements are given in the Chemistry section of this catalog.
Physical Science majors automatically meet the general education requirement of eight units of science and mathematics. The foreign language requirement is met by two years in high school or four units in college.
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