how do you get into general physics course at fau

What are the requirements for a major at FAU?

5. Earn at least 75 percent of all upper-division credits required for the major from FAU. Some majors may require more than 75 percent. Consult the degree requirements section of the major for details. 6. Fulfill the Intellectual Foundations Program requirements.

How do I get placed in my first mathematics course at FAU?

All entering freshmen, as well as entering transfer students with no prior college-level coursework in mathematics, are placed in their first mathematics course at FAU based on a combination of factors, including performance in high school mathematics coursework, high school overall GPA, and SAT or ACT scores.

What is the FAU general education curriculum?

It equips students with the academic tools they will need to succeed, not only as undergraduates in their degree programs, but also as responsible citizens in a complex world. The courses that comprise the FAU general education curriculum combine to develop: 1. Substantive knowledge and/or skills in a breadth of foundation areas; 2.

What are the required courses for a BS in physics?

Required courses in the BS program are offered each year. In the senior year, a student may also enroll in specialty courses at the 5000 level. These are offered alternate years in such areas as astrophysics, atomic structure, special relativity, laser, nuclear, plasma, and solid state physics.

What are the prerequisites for general physics?

You must pass College Algebra with a C or better to take General Physics I. Passing Trigonometry with a C or better is recommended. General Physics II: Passing General Physics I with a C is required before you enroll in this course.

Is General College Physics hard?

In general, coursework at the college level is designed to be challenging. Physics is certainly no exception. In fact, physics is considered by most people to be among the most challenging courses you can take. One of the reasons physics is so hard is that it involves a lot of math.

What is a general physics course?

General Physics is designed for students interested in science and technology related careers and majors. It is taught at the algebra/trigonometry level and it incorporates conceptual understanding, laboratory work, and mathematical problem solving. General Physics I covers motion, heat, and wave motion.

Does FAU have astrophysics?

Our active research areas include Classical and Quantum Gravity, Astrophysics, Physics of Materials and Biological Systems, Statistical Mechanics, Neuroscience, Nonlinear Systems, and Medical Physics.

Is college physics and general physics the same?

FYI: General Physics is Algebra-based and the other is Calculus-based. General physics is meant for pre-medical field people. Physics w/ Calculus is meant for engineers and B.S. degrees in science.

Is physics harder than chemistry?

Physics is slightly harder than chemistry because it is more math-oriented and has more abstract concepts. At the high school level, chemistry is actually more difficult than physics.

Does General physics have math?

While physicists rely heavily on math for calculations in their work, they don't work towards a fundamental understanding of abstract mathematical ideas in the way that mathematicians do. Physicists “want answers, and the way they get answers is by doing computations,” says mathematician Tony Pantev.

What physics do I need for medical school?

Prerequisite Courses for the Top 50 Medical SchoolsSchoolPhysicsMathUCSFPhysics: 1 year with laboratory work.Johns Hopkins UniversityGeneral physics: 1 year with laboratory work.Calculus and/or statistics: 1 year.University of Pennsylvania (Perelman)Columbia UniversityPhysics: 1 year with laboratory work.48 more rows•May 23, 2018

What is General physics 2 all about?

General physics 2 gives the concepts and applications of the physics concepts in sciences and engineering. This lectures presented topics of Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics.

What is a preprofessional physics track?

Pre-professional track: A specific example of an interdisciplinary physics concentration, the pre-professional physics track is intended for students who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine or possibly science education. Because of the nature of requirements for admission to medical school, there is very little room for non-science elective courses in this track. Students who wish to pursue a career in science education will most likely need additional education courses taken elsewhere. Students should consult with their thesis advisors for guidance in completing a track that meets their needs. In addition to the prerequisites, students must earn a grade of "C" or better in the following courses:

What is a minor in physics?

The minor concentration in physics is intended for students who will take a number of advanced courses in physics, but nevertheless concentrate and write their senior thesis in another discipline. Students may earn a minor by satisfying the prerequisites for the physics concentration and by having a minimum 2.0 grade point average in courses taken for the minor concentration .

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What degree is required for a masters in arts?

Master of Arts or Master of Science Degree Requirements. 1. A thesis may be required under the supervision of a major professor and a graduate committee, appointed specially for each student by the chair of the major department and with the approval of the dean of the student's college.

Can I apply for an A.A. degree at FAU?

Non-degree students and students who have already earned an A.A. degree may not apply for the A.A. degree at FAU. Additionally, students with an "I" (incomplete grade) or "NR" (no reported grade) on their transcripts may not apply for the A.A. degree until the "I" and/or "NR" grades are removed.

Is a baccalaureate degree conferred before a masters?

The baccalaureate degree will be conferred before the master’s degree. Please see the Degree Programs section for a list of combined degree programs and the college sections for the individual combined degree program information. Graduate Degree Requirements.

Student Profile 2020-21

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When did the Physics Department move to the Science and Engineering building?

The Physics Department moved to the new Science and Engineering building in May 1990. It has modern electronics and machine shops staffed by a full-time electronics technician and two full-time machinists.

When did Florida Atlantic University start the PSMMP program?

In May 2010, the Board of Trustees at Florida Atlantic University approved to start a Professional Science Master in Medical Physics (PSMMP) program.

What are the activities of theoretical physics?

Activities in theoretical physics include programs in astrophysics with an emphasis on stellar evolution, condensed matter, and mathematical physics. On the astrophysics side, there are ongoing efforts of studying neutron star and black hole binaries via numerical simulations of Einstein's equations of General Relativity. Electronic structure calculations form the basis of the theoretical work on metallic alloys and superconductivity.

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