ENGINEERING PHYSICS – TAS
Outcomes and Curriculum Map
2015-16
1. List of students learning goals and outcomes for Engineering Physics majors
Goal 1: Develop qualitative skills
Program Outcome 1: Develop an integrated conceptual understanding of engineering physics
concepts and demonstrate knowledge of the topics taught:
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Mechanics:
§ The Newton’s Laws
§ Two-dimensional and rotational motion
§ Energy (concepts of work and power)
§ States of matter
Thermodynamics
§ Energy in thermal processes
§ The laws of Thermodynamics
Waves
§ Frequency, amplitude and wavelength
§ Oscillations and motion of a pendulum
§ Sound
Electricity and Magnetism
§ Insulators and conductors
§ Electric fields and potentials
§ Current and resistance
§ Induced voltages and inductance
§ Direct and alternating current circuits
§ Magnets and electromagnetic waves
Light and optics
§ Dual nature of light
§ Reflection, refraction and diffraction of light
§ Transmission of light in optical fibers
§ Light sources, photodetectors and other opto-electronic devices
§ Theory of semiconductor devices
Advanced Physics
§ Relativity
§ Black body radiation
§ The photoelectric effect
§ Uncertainty principle
§ Radioactivity
§ Nuclear fusion and fission
Goal 2: Develop analytical / solving problem skills
Program Outcome 2: Develop analytical skills by demonstrating the ability of applying the
acquired knowledge of the material to solve problems.
Goal 3: Develop interdisciplinary skills
Program Outcome 3: Apply acquired mathematical skills to solve engineering physics
problems. Demonstrate proficiency in applying theoretical physics concepts to practical
engineering applications.
Goal 4: Develop experiential laboratory / research skills
Program Outcome 4: Develop hands-on laboratory skills, including methods, data collection,
error analysis, graphing and statistical methods. (Information Literacy)
Goal 5: Develop Communication skills
Program Outcome 5: Write precise and concise scientific reports related to laboratory or
research assignments. Display proficiency in providing an oral presentation of an engineering
physics related field.
Goal 6: Develop cultural integration of scientific disciplines
Program Outcome 6: Learn about History and current developments in the fields of Engineering
Physics. Develop an adequate understanding of scientific progress, the evolution of technology
and the role of science and technology in modern society. (to be assessed in 2012-2013)
2. Engineering Physics Curriculum map
Courses
PHYS114: Phys with
Calc I (w/lab)
PHYS115: Phys with
Calc II (w/lab)
PHYS210: Modern
(w/lab)
PHYS240: Electronics I
(w/lab)
PHYS241: Electronics II
(w/lab)
PHYS322: Advanced
Mechanics
PHYS323:
Electrodynamics I
PHYS324:
Electrodynamics II
PHYS330:
Semiconductors
PHYS350:
Thermodynamics
PHYS422: Condensed
Matter
PHYS423: Quantum I
PHYS424: Quantum II
PHYS425: Advanced
Topics: Math Phys
PHYS425: Advanced
Topics: Medical Phys
PHYS 431: Experimental
Methods in Physics
PHYS432: Photonics
I= Introduce
P= practice
M= master
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