Engineering Physics, BS

Introduction

The Engineering Physics Major prepares students for careers in science, engineering, and technology industries. Students will benefit from innovative teaching methods with an emphasis on active classroom experiences. Learn in cutting-edge environments, guided by the best ideas from leading physics education researchers. Enjoy a learn-by-doing approach that begins with a first year introductory physics class taught without formal lectures and continues in upper-division courses where students work on sophisticated, open-ended projects culminating in the senior-year design capstone project.

Baccalaureate Degree Core

Baccalaureate Core & Other Graduation Requirements

Required Courses: 79 Credits

PHY 232W - Gen Physics I-Workshop Phys I 4 credit(s)
PHY 242 - General Physics II-Workshop Physics II 4 credit(s)
ENGR 100 - Engineering First-Year Seminar 4 credit(s)
SCI 190 - Engineering Passport 1 credit(s)
PHY 322 - Modern Physics With Health Applications 4 credit(s)
PHY 332 - Waves and Optics 4 credit(s)
PHY 364 - Electronics 4 credit(s)
MATH 226 - Calculus I 4 credit(s)
MATH 227 - Calculus II 4 credit(s)
MATH 228 - Calculus III 4 credit(s)
CS 150 - Introduction to Computer Science I 4 credit(s)
CS 250 - Introduction to Computer Science II 4 credit(s)
ENGR 301 - Engineering Design 4 credit(s)
ENGR 320 - Strength of Materials 4 credit(s)
ENGR 340 - Hydrodynamics 4 credit(s)
ENGR 379 /PHY 379 - Engineering Statics 4 credit(s)
ENGR 410 /PHY 410 - Classical Mechanics: Dynamics 4 credit(s)
ENGR 420 /PHY 420 - Quantum Mechanics 4 credit(s)
ENGR 460 /PHY 460 - Electric & Magnetic Fields 4 credit(s)
PHY 470W - Advanced Analysis in Physics 2 credit(s)
ENGR 491 /PHY 491 - Physics Capstone I 2 credit(s)
ENGR 493 /PHY 493 - Senior Capstone II 2 credit(s)

Program Details

Program Learning Outcomes

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Program Length

Four years for a complete BS degree, two years for students transferring in with an AAOT degree. Program length may vary depending upon the student’s course load and academic progress.

Undergraduate Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirements