Engineering Physics B.S.

Mission: The mission of the engineering physics program is to produce graduates with a solid foundation in physics and engineering within the context of a Christian world view. Our mission is to impact society at several levels with vibrant degree programs, and to integrate our scientific training with our knowledge and love for God.  

Program Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze and Evaluate: An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. 
  2. Design: An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. 
  3. Communicate: An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. 
  4. Operate: An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  5. Collaboration: An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
  6. Demonstrate: An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. Articulate: Summarize the key issues in science and faith and recognize the harmony possible while studying God's creation. 
Core Curriculum Requirements 143
Engineering Physics Major Requirements79
General Electives0
Total Units122

Engineering Physics Major Requirements 

Lower Division:
CHEM-120
120L
General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry I Lab 2
4
CSCI-110CIntroduction to Computer Science4
CSCI-208Java Programming4
CSCI-218Python Programming3
ENGR-110Introduction to Engineering3
MATH-180CCalculus 14
MATH-181CCalculus II4
MATH-265CIntro to Statistical Methods3
MATH-281Multivariable Calculus4
PSCI-223C
223CL
Mechanics of Solids and Fluids
and Mechanics of Solids and Fluids Lab
4
PSCI-225
225L
Electricity and Magnetism
and Electricity and Magnetsm Lab
4
PSCI-227
227L
Waves, Optics and Modern Physics
and Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics Lab
4
Upper Division:
ENGR-301Embedded Systems3
ENGR-302Electric Circuits4
ENGR-303Engineering Dynamics3
ENGR-304Digital Logic Systems3
ENGR-305Engineering Statics3
ENGR-310
310L
Electronics I
and Electronics I Lab
4
ENGR-320
320L
Optics
and Optics Labratory
5
ENGR-400
400L
Introduction to Materials Science Engr.
and Intro/Materials Science Laboratory
4
ENGR-485Undergraduate Research3
or ENGR-450 Research Internship Program
ENGR-499CEngineering Physics Capstone Seminar2
Total Units79
1

Number of units required from the Core Curriculum not included in the major requirements below. 

2

See CHEM-120 General Chemistry I course description for prerequisites.

Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of Physical Sciences and Applied Mathematics. 

Study Abroad Participation: Students interested in participating in the university's Study Abroad programs are encouraged to reach out to the Global Education and Outreach Office for more information and collaboration in their academic course planning. Students using Education and Training Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are encouraged to also reach out to the School Certifying Official for more information regarding how benefits can be applied.


Plan of Study Grid
Year 1 Term 1Units
CSCI-110C Introduction to Computer Science 4
CHEM-120 General Chemistry I 3
CHEM-120L General Chemistry I Lab 1
MATH-180C Calculus 1 4
CORE-CSTNCornerstone 1
CORE-THEO2NT Survey Requirement 3
 Units16
Year 1 Term 2
CSCI-208 Java Programming 4
ENGR-110 Introduction to Engineering 3
MATH-181C Calculus II 4
PSCI-223C Mechanics of Solids and Fluids 3
PSCI-223CL Mechanics of Solids and Fluids Lab 1
CORE-THEO1Theology Intro Requirement 3
 Units18
Year 2 Term 1
CSCI-218 Python Programming 4
MATH-281 Multivariable Calculus 4
PSCI-225 Electricity and Magnetism 3
PSCI-225L Electricity and Magnetsm Lab 1
CORE-ENGL1Composition Requirement 3
 Units15
Year 2 Term 2
ENGR-320 Optics 4
ENGR-320L Optics Labratory 1
MATH-265C Intro to Statistical Methods 3
CORE-SCI2Science Fitness and Wellness Requirement 3
CORE-SOBS1Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 1 3
CORE-THEO3OT Survey Requirement 3
 Units17
Year 3 Term 1
ENGR-304 Digital Logic Systems 3
ENGR-400 Introduction to Materials Science Engr. 3
ENGR-400L Intro/Materials Science Laboratory 1
CORE-ENGL2Researched Writing Requirement 3
CORE-THEO4Christian Worldview Requirement 3
 Units13
Year 3 Term 2
ENGR-302 Electric Circuits 4
PSCI-227 Waves, Optics and Modern Physics 3
PSCI-227L Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics Lab 1
CORE-ARHU1History/Political Science Requirement 3
CORE-ARHU2Literature Requirement 3
CORE-ENGL3Speech Composition and Presentation Requirement 3
 Units17
Year 4 Term 1
ENGR-305 Engineering Statics 3
ENGR-310 Electronics I 3
ENGR-310L Electronics I Lab 1
CORE-ARHU3Fine Arts/Philosophy Requirement 3
CORE-SOBS2Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 2 3
 Units13
Year 4 Term 2
ENGR-301 Embedded Systems 3
ENGR-303 Engineering Dynamics 3
ENGR-485 Undergraduate Research 3
ENGR-499C Engineering Physics Capstone Seminar 2
CORE-THEO5Christian Heritage Requirement 3
 Units14
 Total Units123