Majors at the University of Connecticut
Engineering Physics
Engineering physics refers to the use of physics to solve technical problems in manufacturing or similar mechanical systems. The bachelor of science, interdisciplinary program, in engineering physics is offered jointly by the School of Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Department of Physics. Engineering physics majors have the choice of a concentration in either electrical, mechanical or metallurgy and materials engineering. The main goal of the program is to provide students with a strong foundation in the fundamentals of physics while incorporating engineering principles. The major has a requirement of 134 credits of coursework upon graduation, which must include 4 credits of senior thesis. The first two years of study include courses in mathematics, science, computer and electrical engineering, and humanities. The junior and senior years compromise a balanced curriculum in electrical engineering and physics.
Academic Department
Nature of Work
The Engineering Physics Program prepares students to work in the fields of microelectronics, quantum electronics, photonics, quantum optics, and instrumentation with applications in the microelectronics and computers, communications, aerospace, and energy industries. Engineering physics graduates can also work in other careers associated with physicists or electrical engineers, or in technical management.
Sample Job Titles
- Staff Engineer
- Technical Director
- Scientist
- Consultant
- Engineer Analyst
- Engineering Design Manager
- Processing Engineer
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- Regulatory Commissioner
- Engineering Physicist
- Physicist Scientist/Engineer
- Product Design and Development Engineer
- Satellite Missions Analyst
- Nuclear Power Plant Project Manager
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Potential Employers
The background of information that is received through the completion of this major prepares students for positions in industry, government, academia, national laboratories; and professional practice in law, medicine, and business administration.
Useful Skills
In order to be successful in the field of engineering physics, it is extremely important to have an understanding of physical principles and a strong background in quantitative skills and engineering disciplines. In addition, good training in physics and mathematics provides an excellent base from which you can branch out into many engineering and applied science disciplines.
Getting Experience
Students can gain hands on experience both in the engineering and/or physics laboratory conducting experiments and research. It is important to gain work experience in the industry as well, through internship and cooperative education opportunities. This related work experience is important to have prior to applying for a full time job upon graduation.
Employment Opportunities
With a degree in engineering physics, there are wide ranges of areas to work in. Such areas include: acoustical, aeronautical, biomedical, electrical, nuclear, environmental, mechanical, industrial and computer. As this major continues to grow, more employment opportunities will become available.
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