Course Overview!

The Bachelor of Science in Physics at Cleveland State University provides a comprehensive understanding of fundamental physical laws governing matter and energy. The program emphasizes critical thinking, quantitative skills, research methodology, and information organization. Students gain extensive analytical capabilities and proficiency in data analysis, experimental design, theoretical development, and computer modeling. The curriculum covers mechanics, vibrations, electricity and magnetism, quantum physics, optics, thermal physics, and statistical physics. The program prepares students for graduate studies in science and engineering and careers in various technical fields, including research and development, science, engineering, medicine, education, law, and finance. Students can choose between a standard BS, BS Honors, or BS Scholars program. Each option requires different course loads and GPA thresholds.

Course Structure

The BS in Physics curriculum includes core physics courses covering university physics (including honors options), computational physics, theoretical physics, modern physics, mechanics and vibrations, electricity and magnetism, and quantum physics and many more, in addition to required mathematics courses in Calculus I, II, and Multivariable Calculus. Students also complete a Capstone Senior Project and two electives from a selection of laboratory courses. The BS Honors and BS Scholars programs require additional advanced courses in physics, plus a research project, problem-based seminars and more. These programs also maintain a higher GPA requirement for graduation. Specific course names, numbers, and credit hours are detailed in the provided text.