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PhysicsBachelor of Arts Daniel Briotta, Associate Professor and Chair The Department of Physics offers a range of programs and courses designed to prepare students for a variety of career opportunities. With the supporting background of mathematics, computer science, chemistry, and biology, the curriculum provides the educational foundation necessary for continued study at the graduate level, technical employment, or certification in secondary school teaching of physics. The department has programs leading to the bachelor's degree in physics and mathematics-physics. It also offers a physics-engineering 3-2 program in conjunction with Cornell University, Clarkson University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and the Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology of SUNY at Binghamton. The program leads to two bachelor's degrees, one from Ithaca College and the other from the appropriate school of engineering. Requirements for Honors in PhysicsA senior physics major may elect to compete for departmental honors provided his or her cumulative average in level 2 and above physics courses is at least 3.50. The two-part examination is given the first two Saturdays following the winter break. The first Saturday consists of two comprehensive written exams: from 9:00 a.m. to noon, covering the principles-of-physics sequence and junior-level electricity and magnetism, and from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., covering material at the junior/senior level selected from mechanics, thermodynamics, and mathematics. In addition, material from any course in the student's concentration may be included in the afternoon examination. Provided the candidate performs satisfactorily on these written exams, he or she is given a comprehensive oral exam on the following Saturday by a faculty committee of at least three members. The committee makes the final decision on whether to grant honors based on the student's academic record and performance on the written and oral exams. Requirements for the Major in Physics -- B.A.The major in physics permits students either to concentrate heavily on physics in preparation for graduate work or industrial careers, or to combine physics with other professional interests such as secondary education, premedical training, astronomy, or electronics. Credits in the majorCore requirements
Concentration requirements
The concentration must be planned with the adviser and approved by the department before the end of the student's fourth semester. Credits outside the major
Typical concentrationsProfessional
Premedical
Electronics
Requirements for the Major in Mathematics-Physics -- B.A.See above. Requirements for Physics, B.A. with Teaching OptionCredits in the major
Concentration requirements
The concentration must be planned with the adviser and approved by the department before the end of the student's fourth semester.
Credits outside the major
Core education requirements
Additional requirements
Electives
Minor in PhysicsThe physics minor program provides an option for students who may not want to be physics majors, but who wish to enroll in physics courses, be guided in course selection, and receive recognition for their studies. Credits in minor
Physics-Engineering 3-2 ProgramIn a joint program with Cornell University, Clarkson University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and the Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology of SUNY at Binghamton, students in the physics major program at the end of their junior year may, subject to recommendation by the physics department and acceptance by the engineering school, transfer to the appropriate engineering school for two more years. Students who wish to enter this joint program must take, in addition to the physics program requirements, certain basic courses stipulated by the engineering department of their choice. 3-2 Program with Another Accredited School of EngineeringStudents may petition to complete a 3-2 program at another institution. However, very careful planning is necessary to ensure the proper program articulation, and students must therefore obtain the approval of the department chairperson no later than the end of their fifth semester. This type of study requires the student to take an academic leave of absence for the senior year and to obtain the provost's waiver of the senior credit requirement. Transfer will be subject to both the department's recommendation and acceptance by the engineering school. Requirements for the Physics-Engineering Program -- B.A.Requirements for the physics major -- The following core courses must be completed: 315-11700, 315-11800, 315-12000, 315-21700, 315-21800, 315-22500. In order to satisfy a concentration requirement, 315-30100, 315-30500, 315-31100, 315-32000, and 315-36000 or 315-45100 must be taken, along with 3 credits of department-approved courses taken at Ithaca College or the engineering school. To graduate from the program, a student must fulfill the degree requirements of the engineering school. In the event a student does not complete the engineering school portion of the program, an Ithaca College degree in physics can be awarded if all the requirements for a department-approved physics program have been met. Courses taken at the engineering school can be used toward fulfillment of the requirement upon approval of the department.
Credits outside the major
Off-Campus Study in OceanographyStudents can participate in our cooperative programs with the Duke University Marine Lab (North Carolina and Bermuda) or the Sea Education Association of Wood's Hole (with a variety of cruise tracks). For more information on these programs, see "National Affiliated Programs in Marine Biology" in "Short-Term Study Abroad ProgramsShort-Term Study Abroad Programs."
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