Chemistry, Physics & Engineering Faculty Chair: John Bloom, Ph.D. Professors: Bloom, Rynd Associate Professor: Ridley, Silzel Assistant Professor: Pichaj
• PHSC 233 - General Physics II: Electricity & Magnetism Unit(s): 3. • PHSC 237 - General Physics II Laboratory Unit(s): 1. • PHSC 234 - General Physics III: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics Unit(s): 4. • PHSC 311 - Computer Techniques in Science & Engineering Unit(s): 3. •
PHSC 321 - Circuits & Instrumentation I Unit(s): 5. Additional courses MAY be required by specific engineering programs and include: CHEM 106 - General Chemistry II Unit(s): 4. MATH 291 - Linear Algebra Unit(s): 3. PHSC 314 - Mechanics of Materials Unit(s): 3. PHSC 318 - Classical Mechanics Unit(s): 3. PHSC 313 - Statics Unit(s): 3.
Mission & Learning Outcomes The mission of the Chemistry, Physics and Engineering Department at Biola University is to train and mentor students to become skilled scientists, engineers, and educators in the physical sciences who will glorify God, serve others, and be good stewards of His creation. Further, we strive to serve as a resource for science education and science-faith integration to the greater Biola community, fostering a greater appreciation for the power and creativity of our God as we study His material creation. 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 solve quantitative problems, demonstrate safe laboratory technique, acquire important technical skills, apply scientific methodology and intuition to a research problem, and integrate scientific knowledge and theories with the Christian faith. Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics 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 45 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 engineering. Students attend Biola for three years taking courses in physics, math, chemistry, biblical studies and the liberal arts. The final two years are taken at the University of Southern California School of Engineering. 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 accredited 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 engineering programs are listed below. Other courses may be required for specific engineering programs. Note: Further coursework during the three years at Biola may be required depending on the specific field of engineering chosen.
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• PHSC 352 - Fundamentals of Materials Science Unit(s): 3. Note Students in the engineering 3/2 program sequence are exempt from general education requirements in literature (3) and World Civilization (3). The student is also exempt from the last semester residency requirement. 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 sought after by technically-oriented business, industry and government agencies. 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 departmental requirements in one of the two following concentrations: Chemistry, Physics. 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 Unit(s): 4. • CHEM 106 - General Chemistry II Unit(s): 4. • CHEM 301 - Organic Chemistry I Unit(s): 3. • CHEM 302 - Organic Chemistry II Unit(s): 3. • CHEM 311 - Laboratory in Organic Chemistry I Unit(s): 1. • CHEM 312 - Laboratory in Organic Chemistry II Unit(s): 1. • CHEM 350 - Analytical Chemistry Unit(s): 5. • CHEM 402 - Physical Chemistry Unit(s): 3. • MATH 105 - Calculus I Unit(s): 4. • MATH 106 - Calculus II Unit(s): 4. • PHSC 124 - Data Analysis & Presentation Unit(s): 1. Concentrations Chemistry Students are to complete 60 units. •
Courses
CHEM 105 - General Chemistry I Unit(s): 4. MATH 105 - Calculus I Unit(s): 4. MATH 106 - Calculus II Unit(s): 4. MATH 205 - Calculus III Unit(s): 4. MATH 435 - Differential Equations Unit(s): 3. PHSC 121 - Introduction to Engineering Unit(s): 1.
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• PHSC 124 - Data Analysis & Presentation Unit(s): 1. • PHSC 132 - General Physics I: Mechanics & Heat Unit(s): 3. • PHSC 134 - General Physics I Laboratory Unit(s): 1.
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