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Why Study Physics at Le Moyne College?

Physics makes things possible, from cellphones to solar panels to airplanes. Physics is the study of the fundamental principles by which nature operates. As a physics major at Le Moyne, you will learn about topics like analytical mechanics, electronics, computational techniques, relativity, and quantum mechanics and experience first-hand how theories connect to the physical world around you. Physics students have the opportunity to conduct original research alongside a faculty mentor, and many have published their work and even presented it at national conferences. In addition, the Department of Physics has staff dedicated to helping students find internships and off-campus research opportunities. In short, the physics major, combined with Le Moyne's strong liberal arts foundation, helps you become a versatile problem solver who knows how to think analytically. You will understand – and be able to explain – how things work. This summary mainly focuses on Civil with Geotechnical Focus.

Program Highlights

Physics students at Le Moyne enjoy close working relationships with their classmates and with the physics faculty in a course of study that includes in-depth exploration of the physics of electromagnetic fields, analytical mechanics, electronics, computational techniques, relativity, and quantum mechanics.

The Physics Department features newly renovated laboratories and classrooms and its own machine shop

All physics B.S. students complete a semester-long capstone project of their own design that marries individual interests with the knowledge mastered in coursework

Laboratory courses introduce students to experimental technique and advanced laboratory electronics and equipment

Careers

You might be surprised by the range of career options a physics degree opens up for you. When you study physics, you learn a lot about how the physical world works. But you'll also gain computer skills, master powerful mathematical tools, get hands-on experience with sophisticated electronics, and build strong laboratory skills.

Many Le Moyne students go on to prestigious graduate programs in physics. Students who graduate with a bachelor's degree in physics are among the best paid of all college graduates, working in the following fields:

• Engineering
• Education
• Finance
• Software
• Technical sales
• Materials research
• Green energy
• Medical physics
• Big data