"With the aid of the physical science department, I've been able to decide what my life's work will be. The faculty members have been helpful in giving me direction. Working within the physical science major has helped me develop my mind more fully because the nature of the work and the requirements of the department bring out the highest potential in each student.,, _Joel.Enos Physical Science Student Department of Physical Science FACULTY Chemistry: Chemistry 302, 350; Computer Science 101; Phy sics 411 ; Math 210. Physics: Computer Science 101; Physics 321 , 322, 411,412; Math 290 , 430. Pre-Engineering: The first two years of most engineering schools are identical to the physical science sequence at Biola with the addition of an engineering mechanics course.
Physical science majors automatically meet the general education requirement of eight units of science and mathematics. The language requirement is the minimum of two years in high school or one semester in college. Department minor in physical science: Chemistry 105 , 106; Physics 211 , 222 and six units of electives. Department minor in chemistry: 21 units , 12 must be upper division and must include Chemistry 402. Department minor in physics: 24 units; 12 must be upper division units . PHYSICAL SCIENCE: GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES 101 PHYSICAL SCIENCE AND GEOGRAPHY SURVEY LECTURE (4) Experimental facts and physical theory applicable in geology, meterology; including the basic physical elements of geography such as climate, land forms , soils and natural vegetation and their
Professors: Fischer, Kurtz , Rynd Associate Professors: P. Coad , R. Coad
Objectives: The physical science major is an interdisciplinary major designed to give the student a solid basis in physics , chemistry and mathematics. The program is built around a core curriculum which upon completion enables the student with his advisor to elect further course work to suit the students ' interests and needs . The core curriculum with the appropriate electives selected can serve as preparation for various professional schools such as engineering , secondary education and the medical and health fields, or for entering a graduate school in one of the many areas of the physical sciences. The laboratory experiences gained are applicable to technical positions such as in quality control and laboratory analysis. Upon completion of the physical science major , it is intended that the student will understand and apply the basic laws and theories of the physical world; demonstrate an ability to do quantitative problem solving; apply the scientific methods to a research prob lem; demonstrate good laboratory technique and gain some tech nical skills in at least one area; know how to use the scientific literature for reference ; and integrate scientific knowledge and theories with the Christian faith . Department Major: The required courses are: Chemistry 105 , 106,301,402; Physics 211 , 222 , 331 , 341; Math 105 , 106 , 205 ; physical science , math or biology electives , 17 units ( 11 must be upper division) . Department Major with education emphasis: Chemistry 105 , 106, 301 , 402; Physics 211, 222 , 331 , 341; Math 105 , 106; physical science or math electives , 12 units and education courses , 12 units. Recommended electives for those specializing in the following areas are : Chemistry: Chemistry 302 , 350; Computer Science 10 l ; Physics 411; Math 210. Physics : Computer Science 10 I ; Physics 321 , 322 , 411 , 412; Math 290 , 430. Biochemistry: Chemistry 302 , 350 , 411 , 412; Biology Ill , 272 , 312 , 322. Pre-Medical: Chemistry 302 ; Biology 111 , 30 I , 312 , 322 , 431 Medical (Lab) Technology: Chemistry 302 , 350,411; Biology Ill, 221,312 , 322; Math 210. Secondary Education: Geology 103; Astronomy 110; Physical Science 420 .
patterns of world distribution . Either semester. 10 I PHYSICAL SCIENCE AND GEOGRAPHY SURVEY - LABORATORY (I)
Introductory laboratory work designed to accompany the lecture course. Must be taken concurrently or subsequent to the lecture. Three hours laboratory. Either semester. Laboratory fee: $10. 103 GENERAL GEOLOGY (3) Introduction to the principles of geology and related earth sci ences ; nature of geological process ; earth history as interpreted by uniformitarian and catastrophist geology . 110 ASTRONOMY (3) Descriptive general education course, designed to acquaint the student with the current state of knowledge of our solar system, the Milky Way , galaxies , quasars and cosmology. Three hours lecture , one hour laboratory . Field trip fee: $5. 250 SCIENCE AND ORIGINS (3) A survey of basic scientific theories , their crucial experimental evidences , and their applications in physics , chemistry , geology and astronomy. Particular attention will be given to comparison of scientific theories of origins and biblical revelation. PHYSICAL SCIENCE FOR SCIENCE MAJORS 420 SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-3) Research or industrial internship . To provide practical experience in a field of the student ' s interest. Designed also for work experi ence off campus in local industry. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing with consent. 95
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