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Bachelor of Science in Physics
A major in Physics from TRU combines rigorous training in the ideas and concepts of the physical world with practical experience in electronics, computing, acoustics, and optics and other fundamental topics. The knowledge this major provides is a strong base for the students to expand their expertise in applied science and technology fields as the need arises in the future. TRU Physics graduates are hired by high-tech industries doing scientific research and development work.
| Semester 1 & 2 |
Chemistry
English
Composition
Information Technology
Physics
Calculus
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Semester 3 & 4
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Relativity and Quanta
Electricity and Magnetism
Circuit Analysis
Mechanics
Calculus
Linear Algebra
Differential Equations |
Semester 5 - 8
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Optics
Electricity and Magnetism
Intro to Mathematical Physics
Thermodynamics
Fluids
Physics of Materials
Acoustics
Analogue Electronics
Digital Electronics
Atomic Physics
Radioactivity/Nuclear Physics
Computer Programming |
Student Availability
Students in Bachelor of Science in Physics program are available in May, September and January for four, eight or twelve months. For more co-op student availability information, please contact the Co-operative Education Department.
Skill sets Bachelor of Science in Physics
Laboratory Skills
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Proficient in the design, assembly and testing of electronic circuits. Capable of properly using instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and data acquisition systems. Familiar with common sensors.
Can assemble simple optical systems. Familiar with lasers, optical gratings, fiber optics, polarizers, light meters, spectrometers, and interferometers.
Familiar with acoustic measuring equipment.
Able to write technical and scientific reports. |
Electronic Skills
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Knowledge of analogue electronics including diode, op-amp, and transistor circuits.
Knowledge of digital electronics including combinational and sequential logic circuits.
Capable of using circuit analysis software to design and analyze circuits. |
Data Analysis Skills
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Proficient in the use of statistics to analyze experimental data.
Proficient in the use of spreadsheet and mathematical software to analyze data.
Able to use data acquisition systems to collect experimental data.
Familiar with computer programming. |
Theoretical Knowledge
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Good understanding of optics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, material science, and acoustics.
Familiar with the concepts of modern physics - relativity, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. |
Physics Co-op Time Pattern
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YEAR 1 |
YEAR 2
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YEAR 3
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YEAR 4
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YEAR 5
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Sep -Dec
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Semester 1
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Semester 3
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Semester 5
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Semester 6 |
Co-op Work
Term 4 |
| Jan-Apr |
Semester 2 |
Semester 4 |
Co-op Work
Term 1 |
Semester 7 |
Semester 8 |
| May - Aug |
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Co-op Work
Term 2 |
Co-op Work
Term 3 |
GRADUATION |
Contact:
Nancy Bepple
Advanced Technology Co-op Coordinator
nbepple@tru.ca or 250.828.5276
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