Bachelor [Engineering Physics - Materials Science] From Colorado School of Mines

Students can follow tracks in Electrical Engineering (Energy Systems Power Electronics or Information and Systems Sciences), Nuclear Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics and Statistics.

The Engineering Physics degree combines a deep understanding of science fundamentals with the practical knowledge and skills of engineering practice and design. When you graduate from Mines with a major in Engineering Physics, you’ll be ready to jump right into jobs that require a broad technical education. You will also be well-prepared to continue specialization through graduate school, whether in physics or related technical fields, or even medicine and law.

Graduates who have chosen to continue to study physics have successfully competed with the best students from around the country for admission to the most competitive graduate schools. Our curriculum combines aspects of an engineering degree with the rigorous foundation of traditional physics. 

In addition to the core courses required of every student at Mines, physics majors tackle advanced topics in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, electronics and modern physics.

The department offers a broad selection of electives, with flexibility that makes it possible to minor in almost any area. Many of our graduates apply to and are accepted at engineering graduate programs in mechanical, electrical, and materials engineering.

Student Learning Outcomes

Each BS Engineering Physics graduate will have:

• an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering;
• an ability to design and conduct experiments, and analyze and interpret data;
• an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability;
• an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
• an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
• an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
• an ability to communicate effectively;
• the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context;
• a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning;
• a knowledge of contemporary issues.
• an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Educational Objectives:

The BS Engineering Physics program prepares graduates who, based on factual knowledge and other skills necessary to construct an appropriate understanding of physical phenomena in applied contexts, will:

• obtain a range of positions in industry or positions in government facilities or pursue graduate education in engineering, science, or related fields;
• communicate and perform effectively within the criteria of their chosen careers;
• engage in appropriate professional societies and continuing education activities;
• participate ethically as professional members of the global society.