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PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
The Department of Physics and Astronomy maintains a balanced program of instruction, for students who wish to acquire some understanding of physics as part of their cultural background as well as for those who require training in physics in preparation for engineering or scientific careers. Intermediate and advanced courses are offered for students who plan teaching or research careers in physics or related disciplines.
The department offers a major program leading to the B.S. in physics, with the option of a concentration in astronomy/astrophysics, chemical physics, or materials physics. A B.S. degree program in Geophysics is offered with the Geology Department. There are also majors leading to the B.A in physics and to the B.A. in Physics Education, as well as a minor in physics.
The research activity of the staff of the Physics and Astronomy Department and of the staff of the Bartol Research Institute, which is affiliated with the University of Delaware and housed in Sharp Laboratory, is diverse and substantial. Undergraduate participation in research is encouraged.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN GEOPHYSICS
The Geology Department, jointly with the Physics Department,
offers a B.S. degree in geophysics.
Geophysics involves the use of seismic, gravity, magnetic, and electrical
methods to study the structure and tectonic evolution of the earth. Geophysicists
may perform such diverse tasks as using ground penetrating radar to detect
the presence of buried hazardous wastes to modeling seismic waves to determine
the nature of the earth's core-mantle boundary. The geophysics program
is designed to produce students well-grounded in both geology and physics,
but specifically trained in geophysical principles and techniques.
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