COURSE CURRICULUM

The Engineering Physics program with a Materials sub-plan (P3) provides a rigorous and integrated curriculum combining physics, mathematics, and materials science to prepare students for advanced careers in engineering and applied physics. In the first year, students complete foundational courses in vector analysis, differential equations, relativity, quantum physics, oscillations, waves, optics, electric circuits, electricity and magnetism, computational engineering physics, and laboratory experimentation, totaling 33.75 units. In the second year, the Materials sub-plan emphasizes mechanics, materials science, and thermodynamics of energy conversion systems alongside core design and communication courses, bringing the total to 44.25 units. The third year core develops quantum mechanics, atomic physics, experimental design, engineering physics design projects, mathematical methods, and economic and business practice for 19.50 units, while the Materials sub-plan adds electronics for applied scientists, principles of materials processing, deformation and fracture of engineering materials, and mechanical and materials engineering laboratories I and II, totaling 35.50 units. The fourth year focuses on advanced topics with electromagnetic theory, advanced physics laboratory, design projects, thesis work, and an engineering elective for 18.50 units. Materials sub-plan students also complete ENPH 480 (Solid State Physics) and select two courses from Materials List B, including options such as microsystems, fuel cells, composites, biomaterials, nanomaterials, and nuclear materials, ensuring at least 38 units. This program equips graduates with a deep understanding of materials, experimental methods, and analytical tools essential for solving complex engineering challenges.