Engineering Physics

Why major in Engineering Physics at Marian University?

Engineering Physics combines courses in engineering, physics, chemistry and mathematics to gain a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between these fields. It enhances students' knowledge of the physical world while equipping them with the skills to apply physics in solving challenges in our rapidly evolving, technology-driven society.

The Engineering Physics B.S. degree program at Marian University provides a challenging yet rewarding experience for undergraduate students to develop as transformative engineering leaders and impactful global citizens, with an education rooted in Franciscan values. Graduates can pursue careers in research and development, science, engineering, education, medicine, business, and more.

Some highlights of the program:

Courses taught by caring full-time faculty members with small class sizes to ensure strong student-faculty interaction and collaboration
Strong background in engineering physics and science courses with course options in modern physics, astrophysics and cosmology, nanotechnology and nanosystems, electricity and magnetism, biophysics, physical chemistry, and research
Hands-on lab experiences to emphasize connections between fundamental engineering physics analysis and practical engineering design
Advanced technical elective options that can be used to focus on your interests and emerging fields
Integrated project-based experience with integrated design concepts and engineering physics applied skills in programming
Year-long multidisciplinary senior design capstone course offering real-world engineering experiences through client-driven projects and national competitions

Facilities

Our engineering programs are housed in the state-of-the-art Witchger Engineering Building. Here students have access to:

Makerspaces
Equipped with a large range of advanced 3D printers and other rapid prototyping equipment for students.
Dedicated teaching labs
Students will explore engineering fundamentals in action throughout the curriculum in our teaching labs.
Collaboration spaces
Conference rooms, project spaces, and our Collaboratorium are among the many spaces available to students to work together with peers and external partners.
Study rooms
Group study rooms, study areas, lounge areas, and more for student to use - to study or to take a break.
Project labs
Large workspaces with moveable tables offer students room to design and prototype various projects.
Machine shops
Manufacturing space with state-of-the-art machining equipment that increases the capability for students to develop sophisticated prototypes in materials like woods, plastics, and metals.

Most of our spaces are equipped with smart AV technology to facilitate multimodal learning.

Curriculum

The Engineering Physics B.S. degree curriculum provides a strong background in core engineering and science courses with an emphasis on:

Electricity and Magnetism
Mechanics
Nanotechnology
Modern Physics
Astrophysics
Biophysics

The Engineering Physics program requires 128 semester credit hours for graduation.

Note: a minor is required for graduation at Marian University.

Sample 4-Year Engineering Physics Curriculum

Engineering Physics Major Core Requirements (30 hours)

MAT 230 Calculus I
MAT 231 Calculus II
PHY 201 University Physics I
PHY 202 University Physics II
PHY 212 Modern Physics
PHY 220 Astrophysics and Cosmology
PHY 440 Intro. to Nanotech. and Nanosystems
PHY 460 or 498 Physics Internship/Research
PHY 490 Senior Seminar

Engineering Physics Major Requirements (6 – 7 hours) (CHOOSE 2)

CHE 325 Physical Chemistry
PHY 330 Electricity and Magnetism
PHY 350 Biophysics

Engineering Physics Electives (EGR 200 and above, CST 200 and above, MAT 305 and above, CHE 300 or 425) (24 hours)

Additional Elective Credits (Including Minor) (35 hours)