Academic Catalog

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

General Education 34
Introductory Physics16
Intermediate Physics9
Advanced Physics9
Laboratory Electives1
Projects1
Cognates20
Open Electives to Complete BS - Physics Degree at FHSU (120 Credit Hours total) 130
Complete All Additional Requirements from Partner Institution for Engineering Degree 2
Total Hours120
1

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.

2

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 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.  

General Education34-35

Major

Introductory Physics
PHYS 100Introduction to Physics and Engineering3
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 313Modern Physics3
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 234Analytic Geometry and Calculus I GE5
MATH 235Analytic Geometry and Calculus II5
MATH 236Analytic Geometry and Calculus III3
MATH 354Differential Equations3
Total Hours57

Degree Requirements

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.