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Engineering Physics, B.S.

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Physics is the branch of science that studies the nature of matter, energy and spacetime at the most fundamental level. It provides a foundation for all the natural sciences and engineering disciplines. Physics has brought such revolutions as relativity, quantum mechanics and the Big Bang theory, profoundly altering the way mankind views the universe.

Physicists have played a major role in the discovery of many phenomena leading to whole new technologies. The invention of the transistor, by physicists, has made the modern computer possible, while the development of lasers has led to diverse applications ranging from supermarket scanners to laser surgery. The physicist is a versatile problem solver and able to excel in many technical fields.

A training in physics leads to a broad-based understanding of natural phenomena, analytical and computer skills, experience with electronics and the operation of sophisticated equipment, an understanding of measurements and their limitations, and the ability to formulate and solve technical problems.

Physics students have a strong interest in mathematics, computers and science along with a desire to understand how the universe works. Students are interested in questions such as “Why do elementary particles behave the way they do?”, “What is the nature of light?” or “How did the universe begin, and what will eventually happen to it?” Some students pursue double majors in mathematics, computer science or an engineering field.

Curriculum Overview

The Department of Physics, in collaboration with the Engineering Departments of Parks College offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Physics that prepares students for a broad range of careers requiring scientific and technical knowledge.  This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.  This program is ideally suited for those students who have an interest in and aptitude for both physics and engineering. The curriculum satisfies the requirements for a minor in Engineering Mathematics and has essentially the same physics content as our traditional B. S. degree. Students may select a concentration in Aerospace, Biomedical, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or choose the Interdisciplinary Option. Each student completes a senior design project, typically as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

The required courses listed below are accompanied by the Parks College core. This degree is conferred by Parks College. This curriculum also satisfies all requirements for a Minor in Engineering Mathematics.

Fieldwork and Research Opportunities

Benefits of the physics program also include several internship and career opportunities. The physics department employs some of its students as teaching and research assistants during the summer. Students have held summer internships at NASA-Langley, the Argonne National Laboratory and other laboratories. Students have worked both during the summer and during the year at local industries such as Boeing and Anheuser-Busch. Numerous opportunities exist for summer research in basic and applied physics in the Parks Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program and in national laboratories and in National Science Foundation-sponsored programs at universities throughout the United States.
The program stresses undergraduate research and applications of computers in physics. New state-of-the-art research facilities allow for students to work directly alongside faculty members on research projects.

Careers

Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in physics enter a variety of careers that depend on the technical skills gained in college. Alumni are employed in product development and quality control in large industries such as RCA, Boeing or Lockheed-Martin. Alumni are computer specialists at Anheuser-Busch and other companies. Some are now involved in the marketing of technical products, while others are in management positions. A few graduates have entered military careers. Students frequently earn double majors, combining physics with mathematics, computer science or chemistry.

Admission Requirements

Freshman

Begin your application for this program at www.slu.edu/apply. Saint Louis University also accepts the Common App.

All applications are thoroughly reviewed with the highest degree of individual care and consideration to all credentials that are submitted. Solid academic performance in college preparatory course work is a primary concern in reviewing a freshman applicant’s file. College admission test scores (ACT or SAT) are used as an additional indicator of the student’s ability to meet the academic rigors of Saint Louis University and are used as qualifiers for certain University scholarship programs. To be considered for admission to any Saint Louis University undergraduate program, the applicant must be graduating from an accredited high school or have an acceptable score on the General Education Development (GED) test.

Begin Your Application

Transfer

Begin your application for this program at www.slu.edu/apply. 

Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an acceptable score on the GED. An official high school transcript and official test scores are required only of those students who have attempted fewer than 24 transferable semester credits (or 30 quarter credits) of college credit. Those having completed 24 or more of college credit need only submit a transcript from previously attended college(s). In reviewing a transfer applicant’s file, the office of admission holistically examines the student’s academic performance in college-level coursework as an indicator of the student’s ability to meet the academic rigors of Saint Louis University.

International Applicants

Begin your application for this program at www.slu.edu/apply. 

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students along with the following:

  • Demonstrate English Language Proficiency
  • Proof of financial support must include:
    • A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the time at Saint Louis University
    • A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of study at the University
  • Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

Additional Admission Requirements

In addition to the general admission and matriculation requirements of the University, the engineering physics program has the following additional requirements:

  • GPA: Minimum cumulative 3.00 high school GPA for freshmen applicants and 2.70 college GPA for transfer applicants.
  • ACT/SAT: ACT composite score of 24 or higher, or SAT composite score of 1160 or higher. ACT sub scores minimums of 22 in English, 24 in Mathematics, 22 in Reading Comprehension and 22 in Scientific Reasoning, or SAT Math sub score of 620.
  • Coursework: Fifteen total units of high school work are required: three or four units of English; four or more units of mathematics including algebra I and II, geometry and precalculus (Algebra II with Trigonometry is not sufficient). Students should be prepared to start the first semester freshmen year in Calculus I or higher; three or four units of science including general science, introduction to physical science, earth science, biology, physics or chemistry; two or three units of social sciences including history, psychology or sociology; and three units of electives.

Admission requirements to Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology degree programs are based on a combination of secondary school grades, college admission test scores, co-curricular activities and attempted college course work, as well as other indicators of the applicant’s ability, career focus and character. This process respects the non-discrimination policy of the University and is designed to select a qualified, competent and diverse student body with high standards of scholarship and character, consistent with the mission of the University.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

There are two principal ways to help finance a Saint Louis University education:

  • Scholarships: awarded based on academic achievement, service, leadership and financial need.
  • Financial Aid: provided in the form of grants and loans, some of which require repayment.

For priority consideration for merit-based scholarships, applicants should apply for admission by Dec. 1 and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1.

For information on other scholarships and financial aid, visit the student financial services office online at https://finaid.slu.edu.

Accreditation

The Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics and Mechanical Engineering undergraduate curricula are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

Enrollment and graduation data for engineering physics is listed here 

The undergraduate engineering physics program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (http://www.abet.org).

Program Educational Objectives

The undergraduate program is designed to meet the following specific objectives in order to fulfill the departmental and institutional missions. By three to five years after graduation, graduates of the engineering physics program will be:

  • Engaged in successful public or private sector careers in  engineering physics or a related field or as students pursing advanced or professional degrees

  • Collaborating effectively on multi-disciplinary teams and communicating effectively both within the team and with stakeholders

  • Advancing in their professional careers through taking on increasing responsibilities, pursuing lifelong learning, continuing professional development, and seeking professional registration as appropriate for their employers

  • Acting responsibly, ethically and in the service of humanity when making personal and professional decisions

Student Outcomes
  1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
  2. 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
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Standard Track 

Course List
Code Title Credits
Professional Orientation
Select one of the following:1
PHYS 1110
Introduction to Physics
AENG/MENG 1001
Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
BME 1000
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering I
ECE 1001
Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering
Basic Science & Mathematics
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
CHEM 1120
& CHEM 1125
General Chemistry 2
and General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
4
BIOL 1240
& BIOL 1245
Principles of Biology I
and Principles of Biology I Laboratory
4
BIOL 1260
& BIOL 1265
Principles of Biology II
and Principles of Biology II Laboratory
4
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
MATH 2530Calculus III4
MATH 3550Differential Equations3
MATH 3240Numerical Analysis3
MATH 3270Advanced Mathematics for Engineers3
MATH 3850Foundation of Statistics3
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 4610Quantum Mechanics3
Engineering Mechanics
Select one of the following pairs:6
BME 3200
& BME 4200
Mechanics
and Biomechanics
ESCI 2100
& ESCI 2150
Statics
and Dynamics
Computation
BME 2000BME Computing3
or CSCI 1060 Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming
Thermodynamics
PHYS 3410Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics3
or ESCI 2300 Thermodynamics
Electricity & Magnetism
PHYS 4210Electricity & Magnetism I3
ECE 2001
& ECE 2002
Introduction to Electrical Engineering
and Electrical Engineering Lab
4
or PHYS 3510 Analog & Digital Electronics
Optics
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
Track Requirements
Select one of the following tracks:6
BME 3400
& ESCI 3100
Materials Science
and Mechanics of Solids (Materials Science Track)
BME 3300
& ESCI 3200
Transport Fundamentals
and Fluid Dynamics (Transport/Fluids Track)
BME 3100
& ECE 3150
Signals
and Linear Systems (Signals/Systems Track)
Engineering Depth Focus Area
Select three Upper Division Engineering Courses9
Engineering Physics Electives
Select two of the following:6
PHYS 3120
Advanced Classical Mechanics
PHYS 4010
Nanoscience and Nanofabrication Frontiers
PHYS 4020
Experimental Physics
PHYS 4220
Electricity & Magnetism II
PHYS 4620
Application of Quantum Mechanics
Senior Design Project6
AENG 4004
Flight Vehicle Analysis and Design I
or BME 4950
Senior Project I
or ECE 4800
ECE Design I
or MENG 4004
Design I
AENG 4014
Flight Vehicle Analysis and Design II
or BME 4960
Senior Project II
or ECE 4810
ECE Design II
or MENG 4014
Design II
College Core
ENGL 1900Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research3
CMM 2200Small Group Presentation1
THEO 1000Theological Foundations3
PHIL 2050Ethics3
PHIL 3400Ethics & Engineering3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective 13
Humanities Elective 13
Cultural Diversity Elective 13
Concentrations
Aerospace Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Total Credits128
1

Cultural Diversity, Humanities, and Social/Behavioral Science elective courses must be selected from an approved list. See the Parks College introduction in this catalog for more information. 

Aerospace Engineering Concentration

Course List
Code Title Credits
Professional Orientation
PHYS 1110Introduction to Physics (as a career)1
or AENG 1001 Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Basic Science & Mathematics
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
MATH 2530Calculus III4
MATH 3550Differential Equations3
MATH 3270Advanced Mathematics for Engineers3
MATH 3240Numerical Analysis3
MATH 3850Foundation of Statistics3
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 4610Quantum Mechanics3
Engineering Physics & Engineering Topics
AENG 1002Computer-Aided Engineering Design1
CSCI 1060Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming3
ESCI 2100Statics3
ESCI 2150Dynamics3
ESCI 2300Thermodynamics3
ESCI 3200
& ESCI 3201
Fluid Dynamics
and Fluid Dynamics Laboratory
4
ESCI 3110Linear Vibrations3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 3510Analog & Digital Electronics4
PHYS 4210Electricity & Magnetism I3
Engineering Physics Electives
Select two of the following:6
PHYS 3120
Advanced Classical Mechanics
PHYS 4010
Nanoscience and Nanofabrication Frontiers
PHYS 4020
Experimental Physics
PHYS 4220
Electricity & Magnetism II
PHYS 4620
Application of Quantum Mechanics
Track Requirements
Select one of the following tracks:15
Aeronautics
AENG 2000
Intro to Aeronautics & Astron
AENG 3000
Performance
AENG 4400
Stability and Control
Two Upper Division Courses (AENG/ESCI 3xxx, 4xxx)
Astronautics
AENG 2000
Intro to Aeronautics & Astron
AENG 3150
Astrodynamics
AENG 4150
Orbital Mechanics
Two Upper Division Courses (AENG/ESCI 3xxx, 4xxx)
Senior Design Project
AENG 4004Flight Vehicle Analysis and Design I3
AENG 4014Flight Vehicle Analysis and Design II3
College Core
ENGL 1900Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research3
CMM 2200Small Group Presentation1
THEO 1000Theological Foundations3
PHIL 2050Ethics3
PHIL 3400Ethics & Engineering3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective 13
Humanities Elective 13
Cultural Diversity Elective 13
Open Elective
Select one course3
Total Credits127
1

Cultural Diversity, Humanities, and Social/Behavioral Science elective courses must be selected from an approved list. See the Parks College introduction in this catalog for more information. 

Biomedical Engineering Concentration

Course List
Code Title Credits
Professional Orientation
PHYS 1110Introduction to Physics (as a career)1
or BME 1000 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering I
Basic Science & Mathematics
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
CHEM 1120
& CHEM 1125
General Chemistry 2
and General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
4
BIOL 1240
& BIOL 1245
Principles of Biology I
and Principles of Biology I Laboratory
4
BIOL 1260
& BIOL 1265
Principles of Biology II
and Principles of Biology II Laboratory
4
BME 2200Applied Physiology for Engineers3
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
MATH 2530Calculus III4
MATH 3550Differential Equations3
MATH 3270Advanced Mathematics for Engineers3
MATH 3240Numerical Analysis3
MATH 3850Foundation of Statistics3
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 4610Quantum Mechanics3
Engineering Physics & Engineering Topics
BME 1010Introduction to Biomedical Engineering II1
BME 2000BME Computing3
BME 3200Mechanics3
BME 4200Biomechanics3
PHYS 3410Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics3
ECE 2001
& ECE 2002
Introduction to Electrical Engineering
and Electrical Engineering Lab
4
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 4210Electricity & Magnetism I3
Engineering Physics Electives
Select two of the following:6
PHYS 3120
Advanced Classical Mechanics
PHYS 4010
Nanoscience and Nanofabrication Frontiers
PHYS 4020
Experimental Physics
PHYS 4220
Electricity & Magnetism II
PHYS 4620
Application of Quantum Mechanics
Track Requirements
Select two of the following tracks:12
Transport
BME 3300
Transport Fundamentals
BME 4300
Biotransport
Material Science
BME 3400
Materials Science
BME 4400
Biomaterials
Measurements
MENG 3430
Measurements
BME 3150
Biomedical Instrumentation
or BME 4600
Quantitative Physiology I
Signals & Systems
BME 3100
Signals
BME 4100
Biomedical Signals
Senior Design Project
BME 4950Senior Project I3
BME 4960Senior Project II3
College Core
ENGL 1900Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research3
CMM 2200Small Group Presentation1
THEO 1000Theological Foundations3
PHIL 2050Ethics3
PHIL 3400Ethics & Engineering3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective 13
Humanities Elective 13
Cultural Diversity Elective 13
Total Credits129
1

Cultural Diversity, Humanities, and Social/Behavioral Science elective courses must be selected from an approved list. See the Parks College introduction in this catalog for more information. 

Computer Engineering Concentration

Course List
Code Title Credits
Professional Orientation
Select one of the following:1
PHYS 1110
Introduction to Physics
ECE 1001
Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering
Basic Science & Mathematics
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
MATH 2530Calculus III4
MATH 3550Differential Equations3
MATH 3270Advanced Mathematics for Engineers3
MATH 3240Numerical Analysis3
MATH 3850Foundation of Statistics3
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 3110Classical Mechanics3
PHYS 4610Quantum Mechanics3
Engineering Physics & Engineering Topics
CSCI 1060Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming3
ECE 2101Electrical Circuits I3
ECE 2102Electrical Circuits II3
ECE 2103Electrical Circuits Lab1
ECE 2205
& ECE 2206
Digital Design
and Digital Design Lab
4
ECE 3130Semiconductor Devices3
ECE 3140Electromagnetic Fields3
ECE 3215
& ECE 3216
Computer Systems Design
and Computer Systems Design Lab
4
ECE 3225
& ECE 3226
Microprocessors
and Microprocessors Laboratory
4
Two Engineering Electives selected with Faculty Mentor6
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 3410Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics3
Engineering Physics Electives
Select two of the following:6
PHYS 3120
Advanced Classical Mechanics
PHYS 4010
Nanoscience and Nanofabrication Frontiers
PHYS 4020
Experimental Physics
PHYS 4220
Electricity & Magnetism II
PHYS 4620
Application of Quantum Mechanics
Senior Design Project
ECE 4800ECE Design I3
ECE 4810ECE Design II3
College Core
ENGL 1900Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research3
CMM 2200Small Group Presentation1
THEO 1000Theological Foundations3
PHIL 2050Ethics3
PHIL 3400Ethics & Engineering3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective 13
Humanities Elective 13
Cultural Diversity Elective 13
Open Electives
Select two courses6
Total Credits128
1

Cultural Diversity, Humanities, and Social/Behavioral Science elective courses must be selected from an approved list. See the Parks College introduction in this catalog for more information. 

Electrical Engineering Concentration

Course List
Code Title Credits
Professional Orientation
PHYS 1110Introduction to Physics (as a career)1
or ECE 1001 Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering
Basic Science & Mathematics
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
MATH 2530Calculus III4
MATH 3550Differential Equations3
MATH 3270Advanced Mathematics for Engineers3
MATH 3240Numerical Analysis3
MATH 3850Foundation of Statistics3
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 3110Classical Mechanics3
PHYS 4610Quantum Mechanics3
Engineering Physics & Engineering Topics
CSCI 1060Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming3
ECE 2101Electrical Circuits I3
ECE 2102Electrical Circuits II3
ECE 2103Electrical Circuits Lab1
ECE 3130Semiconductor Devices3
ECE 3140Electromagnetic Fields3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 3410Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics3
Engineering Physics Electives
Select two of the following:6
PHYS 3120
Advanced Classical Mechanics
PHYS 4010
Nanoscience and Nanofabrication Frontiers
PHYS 4020
Experimental Physics
PHYS 4220
Electricity & Magnetism II
PHYS 4620
Application of Quantum Mechanics
Track Requirements
Select one of the following tracks:15-16
Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
ECE 3110
Electric Energy Conversion
ECE 4160
Communication Systems
ECE 4140
Electromagnetic Waves
Two Engineering Electives selected with Faculty Mentor
Analog Electronics
ECE 3150
Linear Systems
ECE 3131
& ECE 3132
Electronic Circuit Design
and Electronic Circuit Design Lab
ECE 4120
Automatic Control Systems
Two Engineering Electives selected with Faculty Mentor
Communications
ECE 2205
& ECE 2206
Digital Design
and Digital Design Lab
ECE 3150
Linear Systems
ECE 4160
Communication Systems
Two Engineering Electives selected with Faculty Mentor
Senior Design Project
ECE 4800ECE Design I3
ECE 4810ECE Design II3
College Core
ENGL 1900Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research3
CMM 2200Small Group Presentation1
THEO 1000Theological Foundations3
PHIL 2050Ethics3
PHIL 3400Ethics & Engineering3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective 13
Humanities Elective 13
Cultural Diversity Elective 13
Open Electives
Select two courses6
Total Credits125-126
1

Cultural Diversity, Humanities, and Social/Behavioral Science elective courses must be selected from an approved list. See the Parks College introduction in this catalog for more information. 

Mechanical Engineering Concentration

Course List
Code Title Credits
Professional Orientation
PHYS 1110Introduction to Physics1
or MENG 1001 Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Basic Science & Mathematics
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
MATH 2530Calculus III4
MATH 3550Differential Equations3
MATH 3270Advanced Mathematics for Engineers3
MATH 3240Numerical Analysis3
MATH 3850Foundation of Statistics3
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 4610Quantum Mechanics3
Engineering Physics & Engineering Topics
AENG 3100Computer Aided Engineering3
CSCI 1060Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming3
MENG 1002Computer-Aided Engineering Design1
ESCI 2100Statics3
ESCI 2150Dynamics3
ESCI 2300Thermodynamics3
ESCI 3100
& ESCI 3101
Mechanics of Solids
and Mechanics of Solids Lab
4
ESCI 3200
& ESCI 3201
Fluid Dynamics
and Fluid Dynamics Laboratory
4
ESCI 3110Linear Vibrations3
MENG 2000Foundation to Engineering Design3
MENG 3010Machine Design3
Upper Div. Engineering Course (MENG/ESCI 3xxx, 4xxx)3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 3510Analog & Digital Electronics4
PHYS 4210Electricity & Magnetism I3
Engineering Physics Electives
Select two of the following:6
PHYS 3120
Advanced Classical Mechanics
PHYS 4010
Nanoscience and Nanofabrication Frontiers
PHYS 4020
Experimental Physics
PHYS 4220
Electricity & Magnetism II
PHYS 4620
Application of Quantum Mechanics
Senior Design Project
MENG 4004Design I3
MENG 4014Design II3
College Core
ENGL 1900Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research3
CMM 2200Small Group Presentation1
THEO 1000Theological Foundations3
PHIL 2050Ethics3
PHIL 3400Ethics & Engineering3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective 13
Humanities Elective 13
Cultural Diversity Elective 13
Open Electives
Select one course3
Total Credits128
1

Cultural Diversity, Humanities, and Social/Behavioral Science elective courses must be selected from an approved list. See the Parks College introduction in this catalog for more information. 

Continuation Standards

Students must have a GPA of 2.00 in Engineering Physics major coursework to be retained in the major/minor.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester.  Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

Standard Track

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
PHYS 1110 Introduction to Physics 1
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
ENGL 1900
or ENGL 1920
Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research
or Advanced Writing for Professionals
3
MATH 1510 Calculus I 4
BIOL 1240
& BIOL 1245
Principles of Biology I
and Principles of Biology I Laboratory
4
 Credits16
Spring
BIOL 1260
& BIOL 1265
Principles of Biology II
and Principles of Biology II Laboratory
4
CHEM 1120
& CHEM 1125
General Chemistry 2
and General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
4
MATH 1520 Calculus II 4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
 Credits16
Year Two
Fall
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
MATH 2530 Calculus III 4
CMM 2200 Small Group Presentation 1
Social/Behavioral Elective 3
Engineering Breadth Course 3
 Credits15
Spring
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
MATH 3550 Differential Equations 3
Engineering Breadth Course 3
Engineering Breadth Course 3
General Elective 3
 Credits16
Year Three
Fall
MATH 3270 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics 3
THEO 1000 Theological Foundations 3
Engineering Breadth Course 4
Engineering Breadth Course 3
 Credits16
Spring
MATH 3240 Numerical Analysis 3
MATH 3850 Foundation of Statistics 3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 4210 Electricity & Magnetism I 3
Engineering Breadth Course 3
 Credits16
Year Four
Fall
PHIL 3400 Ethics & Engineering 3
PHYS 4610 Quantum Mechanics 3
Engineering Breadth Course 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Engineering Depth Elective 3
Senior Project I 3
 Credits18
Spring
Engineering Depth Elective 3
Engineering Depth Elective 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Cultural Diversity Elective 3
Senior Project II 3
 Credits15
 Total Credits128

Aerospace Engineering Concentration

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
AENG 1001 Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering 1
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
ENGL 1900
or ENGL 1920
Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research
or Advanced Writing for Professionals
3
MATH 1510 Calculus I 4
Humanities Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
AENG 1002 Computer-Aided Engineering Design 1
CSCI 1060 Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming 3
MATH 1520 Calculus II 4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
THEO 1000 Theological Foundations 3
 Credits15
Year Two
Fall
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
MATH 2530 Calculus III 4
CMM 2200 Small Group Presentation 1
ESCI 2100 Statics 3
Social Science Elective 3
General Elective 3
 Credits18
Spring
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
MATH 3240 Numerical Analysis 3
MATH 3550 Differential Equations 3
ESCI 2300 Thermodynamics 3
ESCI 2150 Dynamics 3
 Credits16
Year Three
Fall
AENG Track Course 3
ESCI 3200
& ESCI 3201
Fluid Dynamics
and Fluid Dynamics Laboratory
4
MATH 3270 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics 3
PHYS 3510 Analog & Digital Electronics 4
 Credits17
Spring
AENG Track Course 3
ESCI 3110 Linear Vibrations 3
MATH 3850 Foundation of Statistics 3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
PHYS 4210 Electricity & Magnetism I 3
 Credits16
Year Four
Fall
AENG Track Course 3
AENG 4004 Flight Vehicle Analysis and Design I 3
PHIL 3400 Ethics & Engineering 3
PHYS 4610 Quantum Mechanics 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
AENG 4014 Flight Vehicle Analysis and Design II 3
ESCI or AENG Upper Division Course 3
ESCI or AENG Upper Division Course 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Cultural Diversity Elective 3
 Credits15
 Total Credits127

Biomedical Engineering Concentration

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
BME 1000 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering I 1
BIOL 1240
& BIOL 1245
Principles of Biology I
and Principles of Biology I Laboratory
4
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
ENGL 1900
or ENGL 1920
Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research
or Advanced Writing for Professionals
3
MATH 1510 Calculus I 4
 Credits16
Spring
BME 1010 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering II 1
BIOL 1260
& BIOL 1265
Principles of Biology II
and Principles of Biology II Laboratory
4
CHEM 1120
& CHEM 1125
General Chemistry 2
and General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
4
MATH 1520 Calculus II 4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
 Credits17
Year Two
Fall
BME 2000 BME Computing 3
BME 3200 Mechanics 3
BME 2200 Applied Physiology for Engineers 3
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
MATH 2530 Calculus III 4
 Credits17
Spring
BME 4200 Biomechanics 3
ECE 2001
& ECE 2002
Introduction to Electrical Engineering
and Electrical Engineering Lab
4
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
MATH 3550 Differential Equations 3
Social Science Elective 3
 Credits17
Year Three
Fall
MATH 3270 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics 3
PHYS 4610 Quantum Mechanics 3
THEO 1000 Theological Foundations 3
BME 3000 or 4000 Level Course 3
 Credits15
Spring
MATH 3240 Numerical Analysis 3
BME 3000 or 4000 Level Course 3
MATH 3850 Foundation of Statistics 3
PHYS 3410 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics 3
PHYS 4210 Electricity & Magnetism I 3
 Credits15
Year Four
Fall
BME 4950 Senior Project I 3
CMM 2200 Small Group Presentation 1
PHIL 3400 Ethics & Engineering 3
BME 3000 or 4000 Level Course 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Humanities Elective 3
 Credits16
Spring
BME 4960 Senior Project II 3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
Engineering Physics Elective 3
BME 4000 Level Course 3
Cultural Diversity Elective 3
 Credits16
 Total Credits129

Computer Engineering Concentration

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
ECE 1001 Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering 1
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
ENGL 1900
or ENGL 1920
Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research
or Advanced Writing for Professionals
3
MATH 1510 Calculus I 4
Humanities Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
CSCI 1060 Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming 3
MATH 1520 Calculus II 4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
THEO 1000 Theological Foundations 3
General Elective 3
 Credits17
Year Two
Fall
ECE 2101 Electrical Circuits I 3
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
MATH 2530 Calculus III 4
CMM 2200 Small Group Presentation 1
Social Science Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
ECE 2102
& ECE 2103
Electrical Circuits II
and Electrical Circuits Lab
4
ECE 3140 Electromagnetic Fields 3
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 3110 Classical Mechanics 3
MATH 3550 Differential Equations 3
 Credits17
Year Three
Fall
ECE 2205
& ECE 2206
Digital Design
and Digital Design Lab
4
ECE 3130 Semiconductor Devices 3
MATH 3270 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics 3
PHYS 4610 Quantum Mechanics 3
 Credits16
Spring
ECE 3215
& ECE 3216
Computer Systems Design
and Computer Systems Design Lab
4
MATH 3240 Numerical Analysis 3
MATH 3850 Foundation of Statistics 3
PHYS 3410 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics 3
General Elective 3
 Credits16
Year Four
Fall
ECE 3225
& ECE 3226
Microprocessors
and Microprocessors Laboratory
4
ECE 4800 ECE Design I 3
PHIL 3400 Ethics & Engineering 3
ECE Elective 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
 Credits16
Spring
ECE 4810 ECE Design II 3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
ECE Elective 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Cultural Diversity Elective 3
 Credits16
 Total Credits128

Electrical Engineering Concentration

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
ECE 1001 Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering 1
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
ENGL 1900
or ENGL 1920
Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research
or Advanced Writing for Professionals
3
MATH 1510 Calculus I 4
Humanities Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
CSCI 1060 Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming 3
MATH 1520 Calculus II 4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
THEO 1000 Theological Foundations 3
General Elective 3
 Credits17
Year Two
Fall
ECE 2101 Electrical Circuits I 3
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
MATH 2530 Calculus III 4
CMM 2200 Small Group Presentation 1
Social Science Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
ECE 2102
& ECE 2103
Electrical Circuits II
and Electrical Circuits Lab
4
ECE 3140 Electromagnetic Fields 3
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
PHYS 3110 Classical Mechanics 3
MATH 3550 Differential Equations 3
 Credits17
Year Three
Fall
ECE Track Course With or Without Lab 3-4
ECE 3130 Semiconductor Devices 3
MATH 3270 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics 3
PHYS 3510 Analog & Digital Electronics 4
 Credits16-17
Spring
ECE Track Course With or Without Lab 3-4
MATH 3240 Numerical Analysis 3
MATH 3850 Foundation of Statistics 3
PHYS 3410 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics 3
General Elective 3
 Credits15-16
Year Four
Fall
ECE Track Course 3
ECE 4800 ECE Design I 3
ECE Elective 3
PHIL 3400 Ethics & Engineering 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
ECE 4810 ECE Design II 3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
ECE Elective 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Cultural Diversity Elective 3
 Credits16
 Total Credits126-128

Mechanical Engineering Concentration

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
MENG 1001 Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering 1
CHEM 1110
& CHEM 1115
General Chemistry 1
and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
4
ENGL 1900
or ENGL 1920
Advanced Strategies Of Rhetoric and Research
or Advanced Writing for Professionals
3
MATH 1510 Calculus I 4
Humanities Elective 3
 Credits15
Spring
MENG 1002 Computer-Aided Engineering Design 1
CSCI 1060 Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming 3
MATH 1520 Calculus II 4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
4
THEO 1000 Theological Foundations 3
 Credits15
Year Two
Fall
PHYS 1630
& PHYS 1640
Engineering Physics II
and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
4
MATH 2530 Calculus III 4
CMM 2200 Small Group Presentation 1
ESCI 2100 Statics 3
Social Science Elective 3
General Elective 3
 Credits18
Spring
ESCI 2150 Dynamics 3
MATH 3240 Numerical Analysis 3
MATH 3550 Differential Equations 3
MENG 2000 Foundation to Engineering Design 3
PHYS 2610
& PHYS 2620
Modern Physics
and Modern Physics Lab
4
 Credits16
Year Three
Fall
ESCI 2300 Thermodynamics 3
ESCI 3100
& ESCI 3101
Mechanics of Solids
and Mechanics of Solids Lab
4
MATH 3270 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics 3
PHYS 3510 Analog & Digital Electronics 4
 Credits17
Spring
AENG 3100 Computer Aided Engineering 3
MATH 3850 Foundation of Statistics 3
MENG 3010 Machine Design 3
PHYS 4210 Electricity & Magnetism I 3
ESCI 3110 Linear Vibrations 3
 Credits15
Year Four
Fall
ESCI 3200
& ESCI 3201
Fluid Dynamics
and Fluid Dynamics Laboratory
4
MENG 4004 Design I 3
PHIL 3400 Ethics & Engineering 3
PHYS 4610 Quantum Mechanics 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
 Credits16
Spring
MENG 4014 Design II 3
PHYS 3310
& PHYS 3320
Optics
and Optics Laboratory
4
ESCI or MENG Upper Division Course 3
Engineering Physics Elective 3
Cultural Diversity Elective 3
 Credits16
 Total Credits128

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