Engineering physics Definition and 189 Threads

Hello, Currently I'm an undeclared Sophomore at a university. I've taken classes following the curriculum for engineering physics majors at my school, which can be seen here: http://www.phys.cwru.edu/undergrad/programs/bs_engr.php After this semester I will have taken all of the engineering...

Well, the idea of pursuing a PhD program in physics is sounding more and more ridiculous every day. The hope was to eventually get research job in academia. However, the competition for such jobs is outlandish. My advisor made the point that if he graduates a student with a PhD every year of his...

Well I'm off to my first year of engineering this coming September and even though the first year is standard, I'm still torn between what to choose for my second year (assuming I pass...ha...ha...) Regardless, the two which I feel may be the best options are either Chemical Engineering or...

Does anyone know of an online Masters Degree in Engineering Physics or Applied Physics? I have searched around, but to my surprise, did not find much.

Engineering Physics or "Just" Physics What do engineering physicists do? What do "plain" physicists do? I have to select a major for college. One of them says only "Physics" and I'm confused as to what that's supposed to mean. What will I do for a job for each of those majors? And if there...

Hello everyone, I have been spending copious amounts of time on these forums; reading, perusing, and researching how to best prepare myself for an engineering career. I must say that I have not found a better resource for such tasks. My reason for doing so follows. My wife and I have...

I am currently a senior in high school who will be attending Cornell U this fall. I have applied to Cornell intending to graduate on Engineering Physics. However, through some research, I have found that not many people focus much on Mechanical Engineering while majoring in EP and found more...

Whats the difference? i know that after 3 years you become a c.e. but what about the other one? Dont know which one to apply for.

What does it take to become a U.S. patent clerk? I will have an engineering physics degree. Is the pay decent? Right now I just don't feel like doing research in physics for an official institution of any sort.But there is a lot personal research I would like to do.

Hi, I'm currently doing an undergad in Engineering Physics leading to a BEng degree. The three option for specialization are: 1). Nuclear Engineering (Nuclear and Particle Physics, Engineering Energy Systems, etc) 2). Photonics Engineering (Optical Instrumentation, Biophotonics, Laser...

Is this generally recommended if one plans on goin to grad school in something a little more specific? What are the disadvantages of this degree versus a more specific engineering degree, like aerospace or electrical? I want to become an engineer, but I'm not sure what kind yet, as I'm still...

I'm planning on going to the U of A and there is an engineering Physics program there, all I have heard about majoring in Physics is that it's not easy to get an engineering job as with a degree in Physics, so I'm wondering about engineering physics, how are the job prospects? fyi: the...

Hi, I'm currently in physics at McMaster University in Canada, and I'm considering a switch to Engineering Physics. What I need is some info from other users and administrators about the 2 disciplines. Things like the distinction between them, career prospects, job information. You see...

I gratuated from the Finnish upper secondary last spring and applied to the Tampere University of Technology without a clue of what I wanted to study and ended up as an architect student. During the first couple of weeks I realized that I was in the completely wrong place and I'm definitely...

I am planning on attending university next year (in Canada), and am definately inclined to physics. I am aware of the marketability of having an engineering degree, so i was thinking of eng phys. so i have a few questions: 1. should I be thinking about my interests or how i am going to make a...

Hello, first time poster (can't say I am a long time reader) and I've been looking for the answer to a question in regards to Aerospace Engineering. First a bit of background about my degree. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics with a focus on electrical engineering. I...

So recently I've been thinking about switching from aero/mech engineering over to engineering physics because I enjoy physics more so than a typical engineering degree allows for course wise. However I'm also interested in engineering so I think it would be a good combo. But my main question...

I was curious if anyone knew much about the quality of Embry-Riddle's master's degree in engineering physics (space science)? How hard is it to get in? How many of the graduates actually end up working in the space industry (for NASA or a NASA contractor) on substantial projects?

I am an Engineering Physics Major/Math Minor. I am a senior now after finishing my first 3 years. I am beginning to wonder if I will be able to find a job with a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics. I have been trying for 8 months to get an internship but I have had absolutely no luck...

i want to pursue Engg. Physics(EP) at IIT madras(in case anyone didn't knwo IIT's are the premier Technological institutions of India) ... That's because i am interested in physics but at the sam etime don't want to get too theoritical i.e also want to see it's apllication part at the same i...

physics.uiuc.edu/education/undergraduate/advising_info.htm There's 4 ways to go into Physics. The College of Engineering has its own Engineering Physics, while the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has it's own: "Science and Letters" -? "Specialized" -? The teaching option I'm not...

I am currently a Junior searching for the right major that I want to get in college. Of all majors, Engineering Physics is very difficult for me to understand. I do not know what exactly it is, nor do I know which profession it leads me to. Could anyone tell me these vexing answers that I...

My name is Scott Mitchel and currently I am a freshmen in college. So far I've only taken in Intro to Engineering but I came from a high school where I was given lots of Engineering courses. Most notable was a research and development course. Right now my major is Engieering Physics Mechanical...

As a high schooler junior, I am seeking a major and has been long wondered of the major called Engineering Physics. I read a lot of intro about Engineering Physics and sounds perfect fit for me. Currently I am taking Physics B, for my school did not offer C (school is offering C in my senior...

Hi, I am in a dilemma right now and would like some honest opinions. I am currently a third year student in an Engineering Physics program. Right now I have no intention to go to graduate school in Physics or Math. My current plan is to work in the industry for a couple of years before I go...

Im having troubles with this question for my assignment... Determine the time required for a car to travel 1km along a road if the car starts from rest, reaches a max speed at some intermediate point, and then stops at the end of the road. The car can accelerate at 1.5 m/s^2 and decelerate at...

I'm currently debating between majoring in physics or engineering physics. First and foremost I'm interested in the concepts and theories of physical phenomena, which is why I decided to go into physics. However, I would like to study it from an applied perspective as well. Looking at course...

Sir, I am a B.Sc.Physics 3rd year student. Does engineering physics come under engineering or physics? Can I take up engineering physics after this?

Hello all: I am new to the forum and I am in my first engineering Physics class as well as Calc 3. I hope that I can help any of you in the future. Hope to help/get help from some peers. Thanks!

Hi, Does anyone know anything about career prospects and what-not in engineering physics? I've heard that it's the hardest engineering, and that Engineering Physicists are "highly trained problem solvers." I'm considering it as a professions. Anyone know anything about it? Thanks.

I was looking at Cornell's website describing its engineering physics program, and it appealed to me A LOT. I've had a hard time choosing an engineering field, and this seems like it's for me. I also would love to study the more advanced mathematics which EP requires. It also seems to give me...

For quite some time now I've been determined to apply for the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, however a good friend of mine from Alberta has suggested the University of Alberta, Edmonton. From what I can see, the total costs at U of Alberta are significantly less than at UBC...

Well I'm goin into my second year of engineering physics, and the funny thing is that I don't really know what they really do. I've always loved physics and after high school I have been greatly interested in quantum mechanics, theoretical phyics and calculas. Call me a nerd but it intreques me...

I'm in a situation where I can switch programs without much loss if I want. The program I am in right now is called Engineering Physics...it is a 136 credit program that is comprised of: Engineering classes: statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, thermodynamics, materials...

I'm having a hard choice on what to aim for. I am really interested in flight/propulsion/etc, but also would like a general knowledge so that I keep my options open. I am intent on working as hard as possible, so difficulty or application is not of concern to me. What are some of the...

Hi everyone. I'm applying to college right now, the Engineering Physics major has caught my eye. Can someone give me some info on this major, like is this a good major to pursue, and what career options are generally available, (and of course how much money you can make :smile: ). My original...

This is an example from my engineering physics book which didn't have an answer at the end of the book, This figure is a snapshot looking down on a frictionless puck moving at uniform velocity from left to right on a level air table. At the position shown, the puck is given a short, sharp...

1. A rock is thrown from the roof of a building, with an initial velocity of 10 m/s at an angle of 30 degrees above the horizonal. The rock is observed to strike the ground 43 m from the base of the building. What is the height of the building? This is what I did: First I set my...

Hello, I am married with 2 teenage children. In 1999, I decided I should go to college and do something with myself. I took the ACT exam and scored a 34 composite score (out of 36). I then applied to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and was accepted. I chose to pursue a degree in...