Engineering physics combines many scientific disciplines in order to provide a grounding in applied physics. Engineering physicists develop solutions to contemporary problems, using advanced techniques where standard approaches are not adequate.

Two distinct engineering physics opportunities are available at Juniata College:

Engineering at Juniata College: 4 year degree

This option provides a technical background for a person who wishes to seek general employment in a technical industrial situation which does not require specific engineering training. The mathematics sequence in these three options offers the necessary problem-solving techniques and discipline required for the upper-level physics courses at Juniata and the upper-level engineering courses at an engineering school.

Engineering at Juniata and Affiliate Institute: 3+2 degree

In this option, the physics, mathematics, chemistry and computer science requirements consist of a broad introduction to the field, providing basic knowledge and initial analytical skill development for the engineering profession. Generally, this POE option is designed to meet the entrance requirements of the engineering schools with which we are affiliated: Columbia University, Washington University in St. Louis, and Penn State University.

physics students working in lab

Substantial laboratory work is included in these options to insure contact with concrete phenomena.

physics students working in lab

Engineering physics combines many scientific disciplines in order to provide a grounding in applied physics. Engineering physicists develop solutions to contemporary problems, using advanced techniques where standard approaches are not adequate.

Two distinct engineering physics opportunities are available at Juniata College:

Engineering at Juniata College: 4 year degree

This option provides a technical background for a person who wishes to seek general employment in a technical industrial situation which does not require specific engineering training. The mathematics sequence in these three options offers the necessary problem-solving techniques and discipline required for the upper-level physics courses at Juniata and the upper-level engineering courses at an engineering school.

Engineering at Juniata and Affiliate Institute: 3+2 degree

In this option, the physics, mathematics, chemistry and computer science requirements consist of a broad introduction to the field, providing basic knowledge and initial analytical skill development for the engineering profession. Generally, this POE option is designed to meet the entrance requirements of the engineering schools with which we are affiliated: Columbia University, Washington University in St. Louis, and Penn State University.

Substantial laboratory work is included in these options to insure contact with concrete phenomena.

physics students working in lab

Engineering physics combines many scientific disciplines in order to provide a grounding in applied physics. Engineering physicists develop solutions to contemporary problems, using advanced techniques where standard approaches are not adequate.

Two distinct engineering physics opportunities are available at Juniata College:

Engineering at Juniata College: 4 year degree

This option provides a technical background for a person who wishes to seek general employment in a technical industrial situation which does not require specific engineering training. The mathematics sequence in these three options offers the necessary problem-solving techniques and discipline required for the upper-level physics courses at Juniata and the upper-level engineering courses at an engineering school.

Engineering at Juniata and Affiliate Institute: 3+2 degree

In this option, the physics, mathematics, chemistry and computer science requirements consist of a broad introduction to the field, providing basic knowledge and initial analytical skill development for the engineering profession. Generally, this POE option is designed to meet the entrance requirements of the engineering schools with which we are affiliated: Columbia University, Washington University in St. Louis, and Penn State University.

Substantial laboratory work is included in these options to insure contact with concrete phenomena.

physics students working in lab

Engineering physics combines many scientific disciplines in order to provide a grounding in applied physics. Engineering physicists develop solutions to contemporary problems, using advanced techniques where standard approaches are not adequate.

Two distinct engineering physics opportunities are available at Juniata College:

Engineering at Juniata College: 4 year degree

This option provides a technical background for a person who wishes to seek general employment in a technical industrial situation which does not require specific engineering training. The mathematics sequence in these three options offers the necessary problem-solving techniques and discipline required for the upper-level physics courses at Juniata and the upper-level engineering courses at an engineering school.

Engineering at Juniata and Affiliate Institute: 3+2 degree

In this option, the physics, mathematics, chemistry and computer science requirements consist of a broad introduction to the field, providing basic knowledge and initial analytical skill development for the engineering profession. Generally, this POE option is designed to meet the entrance requirements of the engineering schools with which we are affiliated: Columbia University, Washington University in St. Louis, and Penn State University.

Substantial laboratory work is included in these options to insure contact with concrete phenomena.

Physics Facilities

photo of physics lab work

Students have access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment, enabling them to conduct high-quality research at the undergraduate level. Student research projects have led to presentations at regional and national scientific conferences, and to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Learn More Here →

Physics Facilities

Students have access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment, enabling them to conduct high-quality research at the undergraduate level. Student research projects have led to presentations at regional and national scientific conferences, and to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Learn More Here →
photo of physics lab work

Physics Facilities

Students have access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment, enabling them to conduct high-quality research at the undergraduate level. Student research projects have led to presentations at regional and national scientific conferences, and to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Learn More Here →
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Physics Facilities

Students have access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment, enabling them to conduct high-quality research at the undergraduate level. Student research projects have led to presentations at regional and national scientific conferences, and to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Learn More Here →
photo of physics lab work

Physics Facilities

Students have access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment, enabling them to conduct high-quality research at the undergraduate level. Student research projects have led to presentations at regional and national scientific conferences, and to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Learn More Here →
photo of physics lab work
night sky in Australia

Study Abroad

Studying abroad can provide you with an international perspective on the field of physics, but the major advantage has less to do with the courses specifically in the POE, and more to do with the life-broadening experience. Physics faculty lead short-term study abroad experiences to Chile and to Central Europe, and students have studied for a semester or a full year in New Zealand, England, Ireland, Ecuador, and the Czech Republic. Learn more about available programs here.

Study Abroad

Studying abroad can provide you with an international perspective on the field of physics, but the major advantage has less to do with the courses specifically in the POE, and more to do with the life-broadening experience. Physics faculty lead short-term study abroad experiences to Chile and to Central Europe, and students have studied for a semester or a full year in New Zealand, England, Ireland, Ecuador, and the Czech Republic. Learn more about available programs here.