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27 courses with the subject PHYS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

PHYS 100Conceptual Physics

Exploration of physical concepts, social and philosophical implications, utility and limitations of physics for solution of problems in the modern world. Not intended for potential science majors. Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 2

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 101Astronomy4.0

86 ART 111 or ART 241 or MUSC 318 or THRE 105 Elective Credits 3 Met in Modes of Inquiry Core Requirement. Item # Title Semester

Subject
PHYS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 110College Physics I

Introductory two-semester sequence to the fields of mechanics, thermal physics, sound, electricity, magnetism, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. This sequence is not suitable for the physics major or minor, nor the chemistry or biology majors. Semester Hours 4.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 111College Physics II

Continuation of introductory two-semester sequence to the fields of mechanics, thermal physics, sound, electricity, magnetism, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. This sequence is not suitable for the physics major or minor, nor the chemistry or biology majors. Semester Hours 4.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 121Introduction to Engineering Science

Students will be introduced to engineering fundamentals and will be prepared for success through integration of problem solving and engineering design, ethical decision-making, teamwork, and communicating to diverse audiences. Students will be introduced to the different types of engineering, including aerospace, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, and mechanical engineering. Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 3

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 201General Physics I4.0

BIOL 120 and 121-this pair counts as one elective Elective Credits 8-8 Item # Title Semester

Subject
PHYS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 202General Physics II4.0

Total Credits 65-70 Emory & Henry University Catalog

Subject
PHYS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 285Research Experience in Physics

Hands-on research experience through assistance in faculty research or approved student-proposed projects. Semester Hours 1.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 286Research Experience in Physics II

Hands-on research experience, assisting in faculty research projects. Semester Hours 1.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 287Research Experience in Physics III

Hands-on research experience, assisting in faculty research projects. Semester Hours 1.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 288Research Experience in Physics IV

Hands-on research experience, assisting in faculty research projects. Semester Hours 1.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 311Modern Physics4.0

Two Additional Courses, Both of Which Must Be at the 300 or 400 Level Total Credits 18

Subject
PHYS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 321Intermediate Mechanics

Statics and dynamics of rigid bodies with extensive use of vector calculus; Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics. Semester Hours 3.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 350Special Topics

Selected topics in physics chosen by the instructor in response to student needs and interests. Semester Hours 4.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 355Mathematical Methods for Physical4.0

3.0 Science I Five additional courses in physics Chosen in consultation with the advisor.

Subject
PHYS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 361Electronic Instrumentation

Study of circuits used in scientific instrumentation; emphasis on electrical measurements, digital electronics, and analog circuits; characteristics of transducers and detectors. Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 3

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 411Electromagnetic Theory

Systematic study of electromagnetic phenomena with extensive use of vector calculus and Maxwell's equations. Semester Hours 3.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 421Quantum Mechanics3.0

Three Additional Upper Division

Subject
PHYS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 440Astrophysics

Mathematical treatment of modern astrophysics. Astronomical instruments, solar system, stars, interstellar matter, galaxies, quasars, pulsars, cosmology, and astrophotography. Semester Hours 3.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 450Senior Seminar

Study of current topics in physics based on survey of primary literature. Focus on oral communication through scientific presentations and small-group discussions. Semester Hours 1.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 451Advanced Laboratory

Laboratory study of various topics selected from the current literature, including nonlinear dynamics, optics, atomic physics, and nuclear physics. Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 7

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 455Mathematics of the Physical Science

Series solutions of differential equations, Fourier analysis, partial differential equations, and functions of a complex variable with emphasis on application to physical systems. Semester Hours 3.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 460Independent Study

Individual experimental or theoretical research approved and directed by the department. Semester Hours 3.0 -4

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 470Internship I

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site. Semester Hours 2.0 -6

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 471Internship II

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site. Semester Hours 2.0 -6

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 490Honors Thesis I

Independent research in a special topic for honors. Semester Hours 3.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu
PHYS 491Honors Thesis II

Independent research in a special topic for honors. Semester Hours 3.0

Subject
PHYS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.ehc.edu

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