Physical Science Faculty Hollis Williams, Associate Professor of Physics (Program Chair) Mary Kirchhoff, Associate Professor of Chemistry Lee Chiang, Assistant Professor of Mathematics Sita Ramamurti, Assistant Professor of Mathematics Description The physical science major is offered jointly by the Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics Programs. The program is designed primarily for the students who are participating in the 3/2 Program, in which students receive a B.A. in physical science from Trinity College and a B.S. in engineering from the George Washington University or the University of Maryland (see Engineering Program). The physical science major is also an excellent preparation for a career in secondary-school science education through the B.A./M.A.T. Program (see Teacher Education in the School of Education section of this catalog). Major Requirements Required Courses (36 credits) ALL of the following courses: CHE 105, 106 Foundations of Chemistry I & II MAT 125,126 Calculus I & II MAT 141 Introduction to Programming PHY 115, 116, 117 General Physics I, II, & III PHY 420 Modern Physics Engineering Dual Degree Specialization (7 credits)* BOTH of the following mathematics courses: MAT 227 Multi-Variable Calculus MAT 335 Mathematical Probability and Statistics Required course work in engineering is taken at the George Washington University or the University of Maryland. * Does not include engineering course work. Teaching Specialization (23 credits) ALL of the following courses: BIO 151 or 152 General Biology I or General Biology II CHE 231, 232 Organic Chemistry I & II CHE 233, 234 Organic Chemistry Lab I & II NSM 491 Senior Seminar ONE additional elective in chemistry (recommended: CHE 315 Environmental Chemistry) ONE additional elective in physics (recommended: PHY 220 Astronomy) Program Policies Advanced Placement: As an interdisciplinary program, the Physical Science Program follows the Advanced Placement guidelines of its component disciplines. CLEP Policy: As an interdisciplinary program, the Physical Science Program follows the CLEP guidelines of its component disciplines. Grades in Major Courses: Students are required to earn a grade of "C" (2.0) or better in all courses counted to fulfill requirements for the major. Pass/No Pass: Courses fulfilling the major requirements may not be taken pass/no pass. Senior Assessment: Seniors pursuing the engineering dual degree will complete a senior project in engineering at the George Washington University or the University of Maryland. For students pursing the teaching track, NSM 491 serves as the Senior Assessment. TELL Policy: TELL credits are not applicable. Transfer Credits: Transfer credits toward the major will be accepted with the approval of the program chair.