Physics and other sciences increasingly rely on advanced computer simulations and data analysis to develop realistic mathematical models of complex phenomena or process huge amounts of data coming from particle accelerators and astronomical surveys. The BS Physics, Computational Science Track will provide students with the skills to pursue advanced studies in this area or directly enter the workforce in virtually any industry, as the demand for experts with advanced computer skills will only grow with time.

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A physics major must complete the foundation courses (PHYS 101, PHYS 150, ASTR 102, PHYS 206/PHYS 226, PHYS 207/PHYS 227, PHYS 221, PHYS 309, PHYS 331, MATH 171, MATH 172, MATH 221, MATH 308) with a grade of C or better and have a 2.0 cumulative GPA before taking non-foundation upper-level physics courses.

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Any course in this category from the approved University Core Curriculum list of courses. 

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Any approved Communication course, except PERF 407.

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PHYS 327 is an approved W course.  PHYS 328 is an approved C course.

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Electives should be chose in consultation with the student's advisor.  Three hours must be in the area of International and Cultural Diversity, and three hours must be in the area of Cultural Discourse.  These may be in addition to other University Core Curriculum courses, or, if a course in this category satisfies another area of the Core, it can be used to meet both requirements.  Electives may be selected from any 100-499 course not used elsewhere, except ENGL 103; MATH 100-148, 165-166, 365-366; PHYS 201, PHYS 202.

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To register for PHYS 401 a student must be able to program in a high level language.

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Any upper-division course in geo/life/physical sciences, mathematics/statistics, or engineering (except 485/491).