The Department of Physics provides quality undergraduate instruction to meet the needs and special interests of those students who wish to acquire an understanding and appreciation of physics. Knowledge of physics provides a basis for creative careers in many areas of engineering and technology. Physicists find employment in teaching, research and development, and management. The B.S. Physics major provides two options:

* Option I is the traditional physics major, designed principally for those students who wish to pursue graduate study in physics and related fields.
* Option II is for those who have interests in electronics engineering. Many students in Option II take additional coursework in computer science.

For students interested in teaching, the Physics Department also offers two pathways. One option is Physics Teaching, which certifies teachers to teach high school physics, physical science, and general science for grades 5 through 12. The second option is Physical Science, which certifies teachers to teach high school physics, chemistry, and physical science for grades 9 -12.
The Physics Department also offers minors in physics, aviation, and electronics. The aviation minor, in conjunction with majors in business management or computer science, is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration as an Airway Science curriculum.