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A minor in physics requires 20 credits consisting of the following courses:
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 207 | University Physics I | 5 |
| PHYS 208 | University Physics II | 5 |
| PHYS 320 & PHYZ 320 | Modern Physics and Modern Physics Laboratory | 4 |
| Select an additional six credits of physics or physics-related courses that are acceptable for the major. | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 20 | |