Physics, Physical Sciences, Engineering Physics
Bachelor of Science in Physical Science
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 two following concentrations: Chemistry, Physics.
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Physical Science General Education Requirements
Faculty
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 of college foreign language.
James Rynd, Ph.D.
Chair
Bloom, Rynd
Professors
Silzel
Associate Professor
Ridley
Assistant Professor
Concentrations
Pichaj
Instructor
Chemistry Students are to complete 60 units.
Beyond the units listed below, 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. CHEM 105 General Chemistry I Units: 4 CHEM 106 General Chemistry II Units: 4 CHEM 301 Organic Chemistry I Units: 3 CHEM 302 Organic Chemistry II Units: 3 CHEM 311 Laboratory in Organic Chemistry I Units: 1 CHEM 312 Laboratory in Organic Chemistry II Units: 1 CHEM 350 Analytical Chemistry Units: 5 CHEM 402 Physical Chemistry Units: 3 MATH 105 Calculus I Units: 4 MATH 106 Calculus II Units: 4 PHSC 124 Data Analysis & Presentation Units: 1 PHSC 132 General Physics I: Mechanics & Heat Units: 3 PHSC 132L General Physics I Laboratory Units: 1 PHSC 233 General Physics II: Electricity & Magnetism Units: 3 PHSC 233L General Physics II Laboratory Units: 1 PHSC 234
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 science 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.
Physical Science
General Physics III:Waves, Optics & Modern Physics Physical Science Seminar
Degree Programs for Physical Science Related Majors 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 providing 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 graduates much sought after by technically-oriented business, industry and government agencies.
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PHSC 460
Physics Students are to complete 62 units.
13 units of upper division courses in physics, chemistry or math, with at least 6 units in physics. CHEM 105 General Chemistry I Units: 4 CHEM 106 General Chemistry II Units: 4 MATH 105 Calculus I Units: 4 MATH 106 Calculus II Units: 4 MATH 205 Calculus III Units: 4 MATH 291 Linear Algebra Units: 3 MATH 435 Differential Equations Units: 3
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