Physics-Engineering
Major
Join the 100% club...students with this degree who have gone on to obtain their fully accredited engineering degree
Study the theoretical underpinnings for all engineering disciplines in this specialized dual-degree major. You will gain a deeper and more extensive understanding of physics and mathematics to prepare you for a specialized field of study in engineering at any accredited institution. Starting your engineering career at Simpson College also has the advantages of small class size and personal attention, a broad liberal arts base, and more opportunities to explore, and become involved in, other campus activities.
What will I learn?
This major will teach you how to apply the laws of physics to real-world problems and situations, providing you with a deep scientific foundation for your engineering career.
This is a calculus-based class that covers the fundamental concepts of physics, including mechanics, sound, heat, electricity, magnetism, light and modern physics with a special emphasis on Einstein's special theory of relativity.
There is a lot more to experience
Take a look at the opportunities that exist for you as a student in the Department of Physics. We would love to welcome you to visit campus where one of our faculty members would be eager to answer your questions.
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