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Engineering-Physics is the newest degree option available to Fort Lewis College students as part of the Physics major. The field of Engineering-Physics has been around for decades with over 30 accredited engineering (ABET) programs nationwide. Those include programs at Cornell University, Colorado State University, California Institute of Technology, Harvard, Colorado School of Mines and many more. The point is that this is a well established engineering discipline and it's now offered at Fort Lewis College. Engineering Physics (EP) is an interdisciplinary program that combines the studies of physics and engineering into a single curriculum. It meets the growing demand in industrial research and development for engineers well trained and educated in the basic sciences. Engineering physics students complete engineering science and design courses typically found in other engineering programs, like mechanical, electrical and civil, while still maintaining the broad, fundamental, scientific background provided by physics. It provides a strong base for employment or graduate school in many field of engineering including mechanical, electrical, civil, aerospace, automotive, industrial, biomedical and others. Graduates of the program have the flexibility to adapt to tomorrow's demands for modern, interdisciplinary careers in a rapidly changing technological society.
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The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) is a national organization which accredits engineering, technology and applied science programs at colleges and universities in the United States. The ABET seal of approval assures students that the degreed program meets the accepted national standards for a quality engineering education. Accreditation Granted In July of 2005 the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET approved the Fort Lewis College Engineering Physics program for engineering accreditation.
The Department of Physics and Engineering at Fort Lewis College is proud to offer the Engineering Physics Option as an engineering accredited program to our students. This is the only accredited engineering program in western Colorado and the Four Corners region.
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1Senior Seminar students are required to take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam in preparation for professional practice.
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Board Objectives: Provide professional oversight for the Engineering-Physics program in the context of the needs and expectations of engineering and scientific industries. Specifically the board will: 1. Help establish and provide periodic review of the program objectives. 2. Provide ongoing input concerning the needs of industry and its relation to curriculum. 3. Assist in assessment of the program outcomes. Please contact the department chair for a list of current PAB members. |
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