Physics | Bachelor of Science: Dual Degree Physics and Engineering (3+2 Program)
The 3+2 Dual Degree program in Physics and Engineering prepares you for a rewarding engineering career while developing your capability to handle rapid advancements in technology. In this innovative program, you spend three years at FHSU developing a strong background in physics and research techniques in a close-knit learning community. This extra year of individual attention and research experience propels you towards the top of your class when you transfer to the college of engineering of your choice.
Once you successfully complete two years of engineering courses, you will receive your engineering degree (from the school you transfer to) and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from FHSU, giving you a competitive edge as you seek employment or begin graduate school.
Program Summary
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 34 | |
| Introductory Physics | 16 | |
| Intermediate Physics | 9 | |
| Advanced Physics | 9 | |
| Laboratory Electives | 1 | |
| Projects | 1 | |
| Cognates | 20 | |
| Open Electives to Complete BS - Physics Degree at FHSU (120 Credit Hours total) 1 | 30 | |
Complete All Additional Requirements from Partner Institution for Engineering Degree 2 | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
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Open electives are the credit hours required to reach a minimum of 120 total hours and 45 upper-level hours. The number listed assumes all courses are completed at FHSU as listed. This number may vary if students transfer courses, or have individual substitutions allowed. Students should speak with their advisor if either situation applies to determine if the number will vary, and to ensure they enroll in a minimum of 45 upper-level hours.
Students entering within 1 year of high school graduation will take UNIV 101 Freshman Seminar and may apply that hour in the open elective category.
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Minimum total credit hours to earn a second degree is 150.
Program Requirements
General Education
All undergraduate degrees require completion of the Kansas Systemwide General Education.
Courses identified with GE on this page may satisfy a general education requirement in addition to the identified degree requirement. Students who apply a degree requirement to satisfy a general education requirement will typically add an equal number of hours to the university elective category. This flexibility may allow you to complete a minor or certificate within the 120 hour degree. Transfer students and students majoring in programs with approved exceptions are especially encouraged to select these courses in completing General Education requirements to maximize the likelihood of completing the degree with 120 credit hours.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 34-35 | |
Major
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Introductory Physics | ||
| PHYS 100 | Introduction to Physics and Engineering | 3 |
| PHYS 211 & 211L | Engineering Physics I and Engineering Physics I Laboratory GE | 5 |
| PHYS 212 & 212L | Engineering Physics II and Engineering Physics II Laboratory GE | 5 |
| PHYS 313 | Modern Physics | 3 |
| Intermediate Physics | ||
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Scientific Computing and Productivity | ||
| Statics | ||
| Electronic Circuits | ||
| Analog and Digital Electronics | ||
| Introduction to Computational Physics | ||
| Advanced Physics Electives | ||
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Special Topics I | ||
| Mathematics for the Physical Sciences | ||
| Mechanics | ||
| Electricity and Magnetism | ||
| Optics | ||
| Solid State Physics | ||
| Thermal Physics | ||
| Quantum Mechanics I | ||
| Quantum Mechanics II | ||
| Laboratory Electives | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 1 | |
| Computational Physics Laboratory | ||
| Advanced Physics Laboratory I | ||
| Advanced Physics Laboratory II | ||
| Projects | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 1 | |
| Projects I | ||
| Senior Seminar | ||
| Cognates | ||
| CHEM 120 & 120L | University Chemistry I and University Chemistry Laboratory I GE | 5 |
| MATH 234 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I GE | 5 |
| MATH 235 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 5 |
| MATH 236 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 3 |
| MATH 354 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Total Hours | 57 | |
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| All bachelor degrees require: | ||
| GPA of 2.0 on FHSU courses & 2.0 on all coursework (Higher program requirements prevail over the 2.0 when set) | ||
| A minimum of 30 hours earned from FHSU with a grade of D, C, B, or A | ||
| Successful completion of an upper division Writing and Information Literacy course (Most majors contain a course designated) | ||
| A minimum of 45 hours of recognized upper division credit | ||
| A minimum of 120 hours of recognized college credit | ||
Academic Degree Maps are term-by-term sample course plans that specify milestones, courses, and special requirements that are necessary for facilitating on-time completion. Degree Maps are examples and are not prescriptive. Individualized choices such as concentration options, transfer credits, optional minors, advisory programs (certificates), etc. can alter the recommended coursework. Course offerings are subject to change. Students should consult with their academic advisors for additional guidance on course planning.
To determine courses to take in the directed choices (often listed as Program Elective Course) and directed elective course blocks see the overview tab for courses. To locate approved courses in General Education areas (Undergraduate Programs) see the general education section of the catalog.
The undergraduate course maps typically advise the most efficient route for students to complete the general education requirements. Courses that are required in the major may be listed as fulfilling relevant general education requirements. This will result in more open elective course hours in some maps than is listed on the degree overview page.