Why Study Engineering Physics
Engineering Physics provides students with the opportunities of an engineering degree
and a broader scientific background than traditional engineering disciplines.
APSU's BSE degree program in Engineering Physics is accredited by the Engineering
Accreditation Commission of ABET. ABET accreditation enhances your employment opportunities
and graduation from an is the first step toward professional engineering licensure
in the State of Tennessee.
Engineering Physics is the interdisciplinary study of engineering and physics with a particular emphasis on solving complex, real-world problems. The engineering physics curriculum includes an emphasis on engineering design while also including more advanced physics than a typical engineering degree. Engineering physics graduates are well suited to applying state-of-the-art technologies to problems in engineering design and manufacturing where established approaches are insufficient. Engineering physics graduates typically work in high-tech, industrial, and manufacturing settings on teams with other engineers, scientists, engineering technologists, and management to solve real-world design and implementation problems.
Department faculty have expertise in a variety of areas including Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computational Science. All students participate in a yearlong Senior Design capstone experience.
What Will I Learn?
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To identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
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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.
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To communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
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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.
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To function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
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To develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
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To acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
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To use computational techniques to model and solve problems.
Program Information
Engineering Physics Program Requirements