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Mansfield University 2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Mansfield University 2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Physics with Physics, Pre-Engineering or Nanotechnology Concentration


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Offered by the Department of Chemistry and Physics
Professors Ramasamy (chairperson), Davis
Associate Professors Ambrosio, Chester, Ganong, Vayansky
Assistant Professors Carson, Kiessling
Instructor Tandon


The Department of Chemistry and Physics offers two programs which lead to the baccalaureate degree with a major in physics. Minors in Chemistry, Physics, and Forensic Science are available as further options.

Physics

The B.S. degree in physics offers intensive training in classical and modern physics both in the classroom and in the laboratory. Students are taught the fundamental laws of nature and how to apply these principles to practical problems and situations. Some career opportunities for students who complete the B.S. degree program in Physics include: research assistants in government and industrial laboratories; technicians in the communication, electronics, and energy industries; and editors/writers of technical manuscripts. This program is excellent preparation for graduate study in physics, engineering, law, and economics.

Physics/Pre-Engineering

The B.S. degree in physics with pre-engineering concentration is designed for students who want a broadly based physics and engineering education. This program is a cooperative endeavor between Mansfield University and other institutions. Check with your advisor to see the list of other institutions. Students spend three years at Mansfield completing the bulk of their required course work for the physics degree and then two years at an engineering school completing their course work for the engineering degree. At the culmination of the experience, the student will have earned a B.S. in physics from Mansfield and an engineering degree from the affiliated school. Some career opportunities for students who choose to participate in this program include mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineers; consultants to engineering firms; and research assistants in government and industrial laboratories.

Physics/Nanotechnology

The B.S. degree in physics with a nanotechnology concentration offers students the opportunity to experimentally and theoretically explore surface and thin film physics. Nanotechnology is the science of manipulating matter one atom at a time. The nanotechnology concentration involves collaboration between Mansfield University and the Pennsylvania State University. This program features an 18 credit hour laboratory experience at the Penn State Nanofabrication Facility. Some possible opportunities for students who complete this program include careers in microelectronics, optoelectronics, semiconductor and microsensor fabrication, and biotechnology.

Prog. Requirements: Physics (B.S.) with Physics, Pre-engineering or Nanotechnology Concen.: 120 s.h.


Core:


Total Semester Hours for Core: 57


Concentrations:


Pre-Engineering Concentration: 6 s.h.


  • PHY xxxx - Physics Electives (3300/4400upper level) Credits: 6

Total Semester Hours for Concentration: 6


Physics Concentration: 15 s.h.


  • PHY xxxx - Physics Electives (3300/4400upper level) Credits: 15

Total Semester Hours for Concentration: 15


Nanotechnology Concentration: 24 s.h.


  • PHY xxxx - Physics Electives (3300/4400 level) Credits: 6

Total Semester Hours for Concentration: 24


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