Prospective Students

Engineering Physics Major

The Engineering Physics major was introduced in 2006-2007 and is designed for students who have an interest in and an aptitude for both engineering and physics. The program provides students with a firm foundation in physics and mathematics, together with engineering design and problem-solving skills. This background prepares students to tackle complex problems in multidisciplinary areas that are at the forefront of 21st Century technology, such as solid state devices, quantum optics and photonics, materials science, nanotechnology, electromechanical systems, energy systems, and any engineering field that requires a very solid background in physics. Because the program emphasizes science, mathematics and engineering, students are well prepared to pursue graduate work in engineering, physics, or applied physics.

The Engineering Physics major is summarized in the online version of the School of Engineering section of the 2007-2008 Course Bulletin.

The Engineering Physics major is described in detail on pp. 199-210 in the 2008-2009 School of Engineering Undergraduate Handbook. This section includes a detailed description of the requirements, template schedules for each of six specialties, program sheets and instructions for how to declare the Engineering Physics majors.

Advising

Many school of engineering faculty members are involved in the Engineering Physics program. They are listed below by specialty

For more information

To find out more about the Engineering Physics major and pre-major advising, contact physics Professors Pat Burchat (burchat@stanford.edu) or Kam Moler (kmoler@stanford.edu).

The student services specialist for Engineering Physics is Doris Chan