2014-2015 University Catalog (Revised 01-05-2015) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Physics and Astronomy
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Steven McCauley, Chair
Nina Abramzon |
George Rainey |
Antonio Aurilia |
Alexander Rudolph |
Suketu Bhavsar |
Homeyra Sadaghiani |
Kai-Shue Lam |
Ertan Salik |
Hector C. Mireles |
Peter B. Siegel |
Mary Mogge |
Alexander Small |
Matthew S. Povich |
Kurt G. Vandervoot |
The major in physics prepares students for careers as physicists with industry, government, university laboratories, and in teaching. Through suitably chosen electives, students may emphasize the interdisciplinary areas of biophysics, astrophysics, computational physics, health physics, geophysics, physical chemistry, engineering or mathematics.
Physics majors enjoy relatively small upper division classes spanning experimental and theoretical aspects of classical and modern physics. They are strongly encouraged to complete a senior project or other research experience under faculty supervision, a learning assistantship (assisting in the teaching of a class), or an internship in local industry. Additionally, they are encouraged to participate in other independent or group study/research activities sponsored by individual faculty.
Physics majors who demonstrate a high level of academic achievement have the opportunity to join the honorary society, Sigma Pi Sigma. Additional information concerning membership can be obtained from the Physics and Astronomy Department.
For those planning a career as a secondary school teacher, a Single Subject Credential in Science is required. This credential is obtained by completing coursework in Education and passing the National Teacher Examination. The latter can be waived by taking the courses listed in the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program for Prospective Teachers of Science with a concentration in Physics (http://www.csupomona.edu/~cemast). Prospective teachers are encouraged to contact the Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (CEMaST) early in their academic programs at cemast@csupomona.edu or 909-869-4063. ProgramsMajorMinorCoursesPhysics
The quarters in which particular courses are offered are indicated by the F, W, Sp, Su notations. If a course is not given each year, an indication of its offering in odd or even years is given.
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