DEPARTMENT CHAIR
Murtadha Khakoo
DEPARTMENT OFFICE
McCarthy Hall 611
DEPARTMENT WEBSITE
http://physics.fullerton.edu
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Bachelor of Science in Physics
Emphasis in Business
Minor in Physics
Master of Science in Physics
FACULTY
Kwang-Ping Cheng, Greg Childers, James Feagin, Heidi Fearn, Murtadha Khakoo, Michael Loverude, Roger Nanes, Ionel Tifrea, Keith Wanser
ADVISERS
Undergraduate programs: Kwang-Ping Cheng
Graduate program: Heidi Fearn
INTRODUCTION
Physics is the natural science that deals with the properties and interactions of matter and radiation. As such, physics provides the fundamental basis for all other sciences, and for applied science fields such as engineering and the health sciences. Many physicists engage in research designed to expand the frontiers of physical knowledge; others engage in the application of physics concepts in industry and in private and government laboratories.
The physics major program can provide the education necessary for the student to continue studies at the graduate level that, in turn, lead to the master’s and doctoral degrees. Alternatively, the physics major program can provide the education necessary for the student to work immediately upon graduation with the bachelor’s degree, either in industry or government labs, in applied physics fields, or in teaching at the secondary school level. Our optional emphasis in business provides students with experience in starting or managing a technology-oriented business.
Each student’s study program is formalized in an approved study plan that provides the type of education that will best suit that student’s needs upon graduation. The emphasis of the study plan is physical theory and mathematics for those planning on graduate school, while the emphasis is the more applied courses (such as physical electronics), including advanced laboratory work, for those planning to work in applied physics upon graduation.
Students are encouraged to obtain research experience by working with faculty in their ongoing research efforts. Physics 495 Internship in Physics and Physics 499 Independent Study provide practical work experience that integrates classroom studies with the needs and methods of modern industrial science.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHYSICS
The Bachelor of Science in Physics requires a minimum of 120 units which includes courses for the major, General Education, all university requirements, and free electives.
Lower Division (31-32 units)
General Chemistry (Chem 120A, 125) (8)
Mathematics (Math 150A,B and 250A) (12)
Fundamental Physics (Physics 225, 226, 227 and 225L, 226L, 227L) (12)
Note: Students may take Chemistry 120B in place of Chemistry 125.
Upper Division (21 units)
Physics 300 Survey of Mathematical Physics (3)
Physics 310 Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory and Statistical Physics (3)
Physics 320 Classical Mechanics (4)
Physics 330 Electromagnetic Theory (4)
Physics 340 Modern Physics (4)
Physics 380 Methods of Experimental Physics (3)
Upper-Division Physics Electives (14-15 units)
Additional adviser-approved upper-division units in physics, one of which must be a laboratory course.
Note: For students completing a minor or second major in mathematics, in another science, in engineering, or in computer science, the upper-division requirement is 12 units in physics rather than 14.
Upper-Division Science and Engineering Electives (3 units)
Additional upper-division courses in mathematics, science, engineering and/or computer science approved by the department.
Upper-Division Writing Requirement (3 units)
English 301 Advanced College Writing
OR English 360 Scientific and Technical Writing
OR Business Admin 301 Advanced Business Communications
(for students pursuing the emphasis in business only)
Other Requirements
Each course in physics, mathematics, chemistry and English that is required for the major must be completed with grade of “C” (2.0) or better.
Formal academic advisement is required for all physics majors at least once every academic year. Each physics major must file a plan of study with the Physics Department prior to the student’s enrollment in upper-division physics courses. This plan must be approved by the department chair.
EMPHASIS IN BUSINESS
This emphasis provides the fundamental background in business needed by physics majors who are interested either in starting a technology-related business or in joining the management staff of small to medium size technology-related businesses. Students who pursue this program do not take Physics 227L and substitute Accounting 201A Financial Accounting (3) for Chemistry 125 in lower-division major requirements, and complete the following 21 units in physics and business electives in place of the usual upper-division physics and science/engineering elective.
Finance 320 Business Finance (3)
Management 340 Organizational Behavior (3)
Management 465A New Venture Creation & Funding (3)
Management 465B New Venture Launch (3)
OR Business Admin 495 Internship (3)
Marketing 351 Principles of Marketing (3)
Physics 481 Experimental Physics (3)
OR Physics 482 Modern Optics Laboratory (3)
Business Admin 301 Advanced Business Communication (3)
Note: Business Admin 301 satisfies the upper-division writing requirement.
MINOR IN PHYSICS
Lower-Division (12 units)
Fundamental Physics (Physics 225, 226, 227 and 225L, 226L, 227L)
Upper-Division (9 units)
Upper-Division Experimental Physics (3)
Additional upper-division units in physics, selected in consultation with the department academic adviser with approval by the adviser and the department chair, (6).
TEACHING CREDENTIAL
The bachelor’s degree in physics may be effectively combined with subject matter studies necessary for the single subject teaching credential in science. Undergraduates are encouraged to work with the department adviser and/or the Center for Careers in Teaching (714-278-7130) as early as possible in their academic careers to plan efficient course selections for general education, the major and electives. Post-baccalaureate students need to contact the Admission to Teacher Education office in the College of Education (714-278-3352) to obtain information on attending an overview presentation and orientation and then consult the department credential adviser for further program details.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PHYSICS
The Master of Science in Physics provides excellent preparation for applied research, development and engineering positions in industry or government. The program also is excellent preparation for teaching positions at the secondary school and community college level. In addition, the Master of Science degree provides an excellent foundation for further graduate study in physics or related fields such as bio-physics, geophysics or engineering.
Admission Requirements
Students seeking admission to the master’s program in physics must have (1) a grade-point average of 2.5 in the last 60 semester units (or the last 90 quarter units), (2) a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in physics or a closely related field (students with majors other than physics may be admitted with deficiencies), (3) a grade-point average of 2.75 for upper-division courses in the physics major. For students with undergraduate degrees in engineering, mathematics or other physical sciences, a GPA of 3.0 in upper-division major courses is required. In addition to the GPA requirements, all applicants are required (1) to take the physics portion of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE); the exam must be taken within a year of application; (2) to submit a one-page, 500-word maximum, typed statement of purpose, explaining the student’s interest in taking a higher degree in physics, and (3) to submit three letters of recommendation.
International student applicants are required to pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 550 or higher for the computer test and 213 for the paper test.
The deadlines for completing online applications are March 1st for the fall semester and October 1st for the spring semester (see http://www.csumentor.edu). Mailed applications need to be postmarked by the same deadlines.
However, it is important to note that deadlines may be changed based upon enrollment projections. Check the university graduate studies website for current information http://www.fullerton.edu/graduate.
Required Core Course (12 units)
Physics 510 Mathematical Physics (3)
Physics 520 Analytical Mechanics (3)
Physics 530A Electromagnetic Theory I (3)
Physics 555A Quantum Physics I (3)
Additional 500-Level Requirements (6 units)
Plan A (comprehensive exam) requires any two of the following courses:
Physics 530B Electromagnetic Theory II (3)
Physics 555B Quantum Physics II (3)
Physics 516 Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics (3)
Plan B (thesis) requires one of the above courses plus:
Physics 599 Independent Graduate Research (3)
Plan C (project) requires one of the above courses plus:
Physics 599 Independent Graduate Research (3)
Electives (8-12 units)
Electives are chosen in consultation with the graduate adviser. Electives may be chosen from any 400- or 500-level physics course with the exception of any courses which were used to satisfy baccalaureate degree requirements. In cases where the research objectives or career goals are interdisciplinary in nature, courses may be chosen in other fields (e.g., mathematics, chemistry, engineering, biology, geological science, science/teacher education).
Project, Thesis or Comprehensive Exam (0-4 units)
Physics 597 Project (1-3)
OR Physics 598 Thesis (1-6)
OR Comprehensive Exam
PHYSICS COURSES
Courses are designated as PHYS in the class schedule.
A grade of “C” (2.0) or better is required in all prerequisite courses. Prerequisite requirements with exception of the grade requirement may be waived by the instructor of the course if the instructor is satisfied that the student is qualified to undertake the course.
| PHYS 101 Survey of Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Basic concepts of physics for the non-science major. Physical concepts in real-world contexts such as global warming. How our ideas about motion, energy, heat and temperature, light and color, electricity, and atoms form a framework for understanding the natural world. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 101L Survey of Physics Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisite: Physics 101. Experiments that demonstrate important concepts in astronomy and physics. For non-science majors. | Units: (1)
| | PHYS 102 Physical Science for Future Elementary Teachers Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Designed especially for the prospective elementary teacher, this activity-based course will examine physical science concepts in real-world contexts such as global warming, kitchen science and the automobile. Lecture and laboratory is combined into a single unified learning experience. (Same as Chemistry 102) | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 115 Introductory Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: high school algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. Development of problem solving skills in basic physics. For students with limited background in physics who plan to take additional physics courses. Does not fulfill physics requirements for majors or minors in the physical or biological sciences. (3 hours lecture, 1 hour recitation) | Units: (4)
| | PHYS 120 Introduction to Astronomy Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: high school algebra recommended. Celestial motion, the solar system, galactic structure, theories of the origin of the universe and the solar system. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 211 Elementary Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisites: Mathematics 130 or 150A, Physics 211L. An introduction to mechanics and thermodynamics. Designed for life and health science majors. (211 & 211L = CAN PHYS 2; 211, 211L & 212, 212L = CAN PHYS SEQ A) | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 211L Elementary Physics: Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisite: enrollment in the corresponding 211 lecture. Laboratory 211. (3 hours laboratory). Instructional fee required. (211 & 211L = CAN PHYS 2; 211, 211L, & 212, 212L = CAN PHYS SEQ A) | Units: (1)
| | PHYS 212 Elementary Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 211 with a grade of “C” (2.0) or better. Corequisite: Physics 212L. An introduction to electricity and magnetism, wave motion and optics. Designed for life and health science majors. (212 & 212L = CAN PHYS 4; 211, 211L, & 212, 212L = | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 212L Elementary Physics: Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisite: enrollment in the corresponding 212 lecture. (3 hours laboratory). Laboratory for 212. Instructional fee required. (212 and 212L = CAN PHYS 4; 211, 211L, & 212, 212L = CAN PHYS SEQ A) | Units: (1)
| | PHYS 225 Fundamental Physics: Mechanics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Mathematics 150A. Corequisite: Physics 225L. Classical Newtonian mechanics; linear and circular motion; energy; linear/angular momentum; systems of particles; rigid body motion; wave motion and sound. (225 & 225L = CAN PHYS 8; 225, 225L & 226, 226L & 227, 227L = CAN PHYS SEQ B) | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 225L Fundamental Physics: Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisite: enrollment in 225 lecture (3 hours laboratory). Laboratory for Physics 225. Instructional fee required. (225 & 225L = CAN PHYS 8; 225, 225L & 226, 226L & 227, 227L = CAN PHYS SEQ B) | Units: (1)
| | PHYS 226 Fundamental Physics: Electricity and Magnetism Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Mathematics 150B and Physics 225 or equivalent; concurrent enrollment in Physics 226L required. Electrostatics, electric potential, capacitance, dielectrics, electrical circuits, resistance, emf, electromagnetic induction, magnetism and magnetic materials, and introduction to Maxwell’s equations. (226 & 226L = CAN PHYS 12; 225, 225L & 226, 226L & 227, 227L = CAN PHYS SEQ B) | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 226L Fundamental Physics: Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisite: enrollment in 226 lecture (3 hours laboratory) Laboratory for Physics 226. Instructional fee required. (226 & 226L = CAN PHYS 12; 225, 225L & 226, 226L & 227, 227L = CAN PHYS SEQ B) | Units: (1)
| | PHYS 227 Fundamental Physics: Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 226 with a grade of “C” (2.0) or better, or equivalent. Corequisite: enrollment in Physics 227L laboratory except for Biochemistry, Chemistry and Mechanical Engineering majors who may enroll for 1 unit credit (optics component). All others must enroll for 3 units credit. Geometrical and physical optics, wave phenomena; quantum physics, including the photoelectric effect, line spectra and the Bohr atom; the wave nature of matter, Schroedinger’s equation and solutions; the Uncertainty Principle, special theory of relativity. (225, 225L & 226, 226L & 227, 227L = CAN PHYS SEQ B) | Units: (3 or 1)
| | PHYS 227L Fundamental Physics: Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Corequisite: Enrollment in 227 lecture (3 hours laboratory). Laboratory for Physics 227. Instructional fee required. (225, 225L & 226, 226L & 227, 227L = CAN PHYS SEQ B) | Units: (1)
| | PHYS 300 Survey of Mathematical Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Mathematics 250A. Survey of mathematical techniques required for upper division physics courses including differential vector operators, complex variables, partial and ordinary differential equations, special functions, Fourier transforms and series, matrices and operators, probability and statistics. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 301 Energy and the Environment Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: completion of general education requirement in physical science or earth and astronomical science. Basic physical principles applied to the generation and use of energy. Conventional and alternative energy sources. Environmental consequences of energy use, greenhouse effect, global warming. Energy conservation principles. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 310 Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory, and Statistical Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. Laws of thermodynamics with physical, chemical and engineering applications; kinetic theory of gases. Introduction to statistical physics with reexamination of laws of thermodynamics. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 315 Computational Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 227. Previous computing experience recommended. Basic numerical methods in physics. Applications include curve fitting and minimization, numerical simulation of classical particles, waves and Fourier analysis, quantum square well, Monte Carlo methods and diffusion. Hands-on computing with high-level languages, graphics and symbolic mathematics. (1 hour lecture, 4 hours activity) | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 320 Classical Mechanics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and Physics 300. Classical mechanics and associated mathematical and numerical techniques: Newtonian dynamics; Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics. | Units: (4)
| | PHYS 330 Electromagnetic Theory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. Applications of vector calculus and Maxwell’s equations to the propagation of EM waves in dielectrics, plasmas, and conductors. Selected topics in radiation, diffraction, and Eigen function expansions of static and waveguide fields. | Units: (4)
| | PHYS 340 Modern Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. A survey of modern physical theories, their experimental foundations and applications: special relativity; quantum physics of atoms, molecules, and nuclei; introduction to solid state physics. | Units: (4)
| | PHYS 380 Methods of Experimental Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 226. Experiments using analog, digital, and integrated circuits including: filtering circuits, diodes, transistor amplifiers, operational amplifiers, triggers, and digital logic. Introduction to automated experimentation. (1 hour lecture, 6 hours laboratory). Instructional fee required. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 411 Modern Optics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. Wave propagation. Fourier optics, introduction to spatial filtering and image enhancement, lasers, analytical ray tracing, matrix methods in optics. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 414 Physics of the Solar System Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. Physics 310 recommended. Solar system physics, including physical principles underlying current experiments in planetary science and space physics. Solar physics; planetary dynamics; experimental probes of planetary surfaces, interiors and atmospheres; physical constraints on theories of the solar system origin. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 416 Thermal and Statistical Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and Physics 300. The disciplines of thermodynamics statistical mechanics and kinetic theory (and their applications); their unifying microscopic foundation. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 454 Introduction to the Solid State of Matter Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. The physical properties of matter in the solid state, as explained by atomic theory. Crystal structure, thermal, electric and magnetic properties of metals, semi-conductors, band theory and solid state devices. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 455 Introduction to Quantum Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. The concepts and theory of quantum physics. Early quantum theories, the Schroedinger equation, Eigenvalue equations, operators, commutation properties, applications to simple quantum systems, angular momentum. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 460T Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: upper-division standing in physics and consent of instructor and department chair. An advanced lecture course covering a field of physics of current interest not covered in other courses, such as plasma physics, superconductivity, solid state devices, fiber optics and photonics, astrophysics, subatomic physics. May be repeated for credit with a different topic. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 471 Electronic Circuit Theory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. Operating characteristics of transistors and semiconductor diodes. Linear circuit theory for alternating currents and for transient currents. Switching and pulse circuits. Digital electronics. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 476 Atomic/Molecular Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 340. Theory of atoms and small molecules including perturbation methods. Topics include the interaction of atoms and molecules with electric and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation, angular momentum coupling, anti-symmetrization, and the spectroscopy of atoms and simple diatomic methods. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 481 Experimental Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 227; Physics 380 recommended. Techniques and methods of experimental physics including: use of sensors, transducers, time series, power spectra, phase sensitive detection, computer interfacing and signal conditioning. Experiments cover several areas of physics. (1 hour lecture, 6 hours laboratory). Instructional fee required. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 482 Modern Optics Laboratory Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 227 and 300. Physics 380 and 411 recommended. Experiments in optics, including: Fourier optics, holography, fiber optics, diffraction, interferometry, laser physics, light scattering, optical detection including photon counting and photographic techniques. (1 hour lecture, 6 hours laboratory). Instructional fee required. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 495 Internship Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: junior or senior standing in physics and consent of the chair. Professional physics work in industry or government, to provide an in-depth experience. Written report is required. May be repeated once for credit. | Units: (1-3)
| | PHYS 496 Student-to-Student Tutorials Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: upper-division standing and consent of chair. Students learn through teaching, increase mastery of subject matter, develop awareness of teaching problems and competence in teaching techniques. Consult “Student-to-Student Tutorials” in this catalog for more complete course description. | Units: (1-3)
| | PHYS 499 Independent Study Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: approval of study plan by department chair and instructor. Topic in physics, selected in consultation with and completed under the supervision of the instructor. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of six units. | Units: (1-3)
| | PHYS 510 Mathematical Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 300. Advanced techniques in mathematical physics: calculus of variation, coordinate transformations, tensor analysis, special functions, series solutions of differential equations, orthogonal functions, partial differential equations, numerical techniques for the solution of differential equations, complex variables, integral transforms, probability, Monte Carlo methods. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 516 Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 310 or equivalent upper-division thermodynamics, Physics 510; Physics 520 recommended. Fundamental principles of classical and quantum statistics. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 520 Analytical Mechanics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 330 and 510. Advanced techniques for solution of problems in classical mechanics: Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of the equations of motion, variation techniques, conservation theorems, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory, numerical techniques, selected applications. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 530A Electromagnetic Theory I Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: Physics 330. Corequisite: Physics 510. Classical electro-magnetic theory: boundary value problems in electrostatics, multipoles, electrostatics of macroscopic media, magnetostatics, time-varying fields, Maxwell’s equations, plane electromagnetic waves, and wave propagation. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 530B Electromagnetic Theory II Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 510 and 530A. Advanced electromagnetic theory: wave guides and cavities, radiating systems, scattering, diffraction, relativistic effects, collisions between charged particles, radiation from moving charges, multipole fields, radiation damping, absorption and radiation by sound systems. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 555A Quantum Physics I Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 340 and Physics 455 recommended. Corequisite: Physics 510. Principles and techniques of modern quantum mechanics, applications to simple three-dimensional systems, properties of angular momentum. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 555B Quantum Physics II Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 510 and 555A. Corequisite: Physics 520. Advanced topics in quantum physics: scattering theory, electron spin, perturbation theory and applications, approximation methods for time dependent problems, systems of identical particles. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 560T Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physics Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisites: Physics 510 and consent of the instructor. Current advances and research topics in physics, including atomic physics, quantum electrodynamics, fiber optics/ photonics. May be repeated once for credit with a different topic. | Units: (3)
| | PHYS 597 Project Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Planning, preparation, and completion of a project in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the master’s degree. Credit to be obtained only upon formal completion of a project paper approved by the department graduate committee. | Units: (1-3)
| | PHYS 598 Thesis Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Planning, preparation and completion of an acceptable thesis in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the master’s degree. Credit to be obtained only upon formal submission of thesis. | Units: (1-6)
| | PHYS 599 Independent Graduate Research Summer 2007 , Fall 2007 , Spring 2008 | | Description: Prerequisite: written approval of study plan by department committee and by instructor. Open only to graduate students and only with consent of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit. | Units: (1-3)
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