Biola University 2012-2013 Catalog C hemistry , P hysics & E ngineering Faculty
courses taken at Biola for most engineering programs are listed below. Other courses may be required for specific engineering programs. Courses CHEM 105 General Chemistry I Credit(s): 4. MATH 105 Calculus I Credit(s): 4. MATH 106 Calculus II Credit(s): 4. MATH 205 Calculus III Credit(s): 4. MATH 435 Differential Equations Credit(s): 3. PHSC 121 Introduction to Engineering Credit(s): 1. PHSC 124 Data Analysis & Presentation Credit(s): 1. PHSC 132
John Bloom, Ph.D.
Chair
Bloom
Professors
Chen, Ridley, Silzel
Associate Professor
Johnson, Pichaj
Assistant Professor
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. Engineering Physics Degree Program 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, Bible requirements, along with a minimum of 45 pre-engineering credits at Biola 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 (USC) 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
General Physics I: Mechanics & Heat
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1.
General Physics I Laboratory General Physics II: Electricity & Magnetism General Physics II Laboratory General Physics III: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics
PHSC 134 PHSC 233
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1.
PHSC 237 PHSC 234
Credit(s): 4.
Computer Techniques in Science & Engineering Circuits & Instrumentation I
PHSC 311
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 5.
PHSC 321
Additional courses MAY be required by specific engineering programs and include: CHEM 106 General Chemistry II
Credit(s): 4. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Linear Algebra
MATH 291 PHSC 313 PHSC 314 PHSC 316 PHSC 318 PHSC 352
Statics
Mechanics of Materials
Dynamics
Classical Mechanics
Fundamentals of Materials Science
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. Physical Science 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 businesses, 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.
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