University General Course Catalog 2016-2017 
    
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Physics, Minor


I. Contact Information


Physics Department
225 Leifson Physics 
(775) 784-6792
physdept@unr.edu

II. Description


Physics is the underlying science of all other sciences. The study of all fundamental forces and processes from the subatomic to the “astronomic” size scales is the purview of physics.

For students of science other than physicists the purpose of learning physics is both the understanding of basic concepts and the application of problem solving skills developed during that process.

III. Program Requirements (21 units)


Students majoring in another field may minor in Physics by completing the following: