Certificate in Physics (CERT 783)

The Department of Physics has an Undergraduate Certificate Program in Physics, effective August 2007.  An understanding of the physical universe informs many disciplines. The study of physics is essential to understanding nature and to advancing technology in the coming century. A certificate in physics increases the opportunities for students to become better informed on technological issues at the local, state, national, and international levels.

The certificate in physics (18 credits) is designed to serve undergraduates majoring in biology, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, education and other fields who wish to extend their study of physics beyond what may be required or recommended for their major without completing the full L&S physics major requirements (32 credits including 2 intermediate/advanced lab credits).

The Certificate requirements are:

1. To earn a Certificate in Physics, a student must complete at least 18 credits in physics courses numbered 200 or higher. Graduate level courses are permitted. No more than 3 credits of independent study may be used to satisfy this requirement. Transfer or AP credit for 200-level introductory physics is acceptable for meeting the requirements of the certificate. Otherwise, only courses within the department (or crosslisted with physics) are acceptable.
2. All undergraduates and special students are eligible; only physics majors are not eligible.
3. The Certificate will be awarded upon completion of requirements.
4. At least 9 of the credits must be in residence.
5. Only graded courses can be used toward the certificate.

A minimum grade of 2.0 is required for each course used toward the Certificate.

PROCEDURES FOR DECLARING OR CANCELLING AN L&S MAJOR, CERTIFICATE OR OPTION

For L&S Students wishing to Declare or Cancel an L&S Major or Certificate, stop in 2320 Chamberlin Hall and pick up form from Bill Klabunde.