What is the Physics Minor at Shippensburg University?

The Physics Minor is an academic minor that is designed to give the student a solid background in Physics. By choosing his or her Physics electives appropriately, a student could complement the knowledge gained in the major.

For example, a Chemistry major would benefit from taking courses in Quantum Mechanics and Heat and Thermodynamics as part of their Physics minor. Or a Mathematics major could take Mathematical Physics. A Computer Science major could take Electronics to learn something about the inner workings of the computer.

What kind of career benefits can you expect?

A Physics minor on your resume' will certainly attract the attention of prospective employers. It will show them that you have excellent problem solving skills, a good background in applied mathematics, and a good understanding of the basic rules governing the universe.

If you plan on graduate school in Chemistry or Mathematics, you will certainly have an advantage over other students without your background in Physics. A Computer Science major with a minor in Physics would be particularly attractive to an employer in an engineering firm.

What is the Physics Minor curriculum?

The minor requires 24 credit hours of physics, with the appropriate mathematics pre-requisites.

Where can I find out more about a Physics Minor at Ship?

Phone the Department office at (717) 477-1570 or e-mail the department at physics@ship.edu.

The requirements for the Physics Minor are: