Astrophysics Minor
Coordinator:
Thomas P. Espinola
Department of Physics
The astrophysics minor introduces the student to the universe beyond Earth and to the application of physics to astronomical problems. It provides the student with the opportunity to use modern scientific instrumentation, perform basic undergraduate research, and use analytical, mathematical, and computation tools to investigate astronomical phenomena. The minor is not intended, by itself, to prepare a student for a career in astronomy. Students completing physics major and a minor in astrophysics will be prepared to pursue graduate study in astronomy or astrophysics. Others completing this minor should have an adequate background to adopt astronomy as a hobby and to better understand astronomy in the popular press.
The minor in astrophysics is not available to physics majors unless the student has completed a double major or another minor.
Minor Requirements
The minor requires a minimum of 16 credit hours (four courses).
1. PHYS 210 Observatory Practice |
4 credits |
2.-4. Twelve credits from: |
12 credits |
PHYS 107 Solar System |
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PHYS 108 Realm of the Stars |
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PHYS 243 Introduction to Astrophysics |
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PHYS 443 Astrophysics |
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Total credit hours required for an astrophysics minor |
16 credits |