Applied Physics
Major or minor in
Applied Physics
Applied physics merges a strong grounding in science with practical hands-on engineering training, giving you the skills to tackle important problems in many fields of study. Our our dual-degree (3-2) engineering cooperative program are both options within the applied physics major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ that further prepare you for an engineering career or graduate program.
As an applied physics major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
you might take:
Learn to design and build through metalworking and 3D printing. (ENGR 025)
Machine Shop
Learn to design and build through metalworking and 3D printing. (ENGR 025)
Complete a semester-long engineering design or research project, applying your physics and engineering knowledge to explore a topic of your choice. (ENGR 489)
Engineering Design Project
Complete a semester-long engineering design or research project, applying your physics and engineering knowledge to explore a topic of your choice. (ENGR 489)
Evaluate designs for internal forces, structural loading and points of failure. (ENGR 253)
Strength of Materials
Evaluate designs for internal forces, structural loading and points of failure. (ENGR 253)
Studying applied physics at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
Beyond the classroom
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From metalworking, micromachining, welding and 3D printing, you'll work on design projects in our well-stocked machine shop.
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Gain experience through collaborative research with our expert faculty.
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As an applied physics major, you'll complete a senior thesis showing independent research on the topic of your choice.
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Use state-of-the-art equipment in our labs, including AFM and SEM.
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