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2024 Physics Capstone SymposiumSenior Physics capstone presentations will take place Monday, May 6th starting at 2pm in Rieke 103B.  2:10pm Julian Kop – “Using Python to Mathematically Model Variable Star Light Curves.” Constructing light curve plots of stellar brightness can describe various stellar properties and the systems these stars reside. Variable star light curves possess unique trends and modeling these light curves can denote long-term behavior and changes to variability. However

2021 Physics Capstone SymposiumSenior Physics capstone presentations will take place Wednesday, May 19th starting at 2pm. If you’d like to join the capstone Zoom session, please email Professor Rich Louie at louie@plu.edu.   2:00pm Phuc (Phylicia) Phan – “The Conductivity of Customized Solid Polymer Electrolytes at Different Frequencies” Solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) are a promising alternative to the organic liquid electrolytes. The most studied polymer host for SPEs is polyethylene oxide

2020 Physics Capstone SymposiumJoin the Physics Department online to hear the senior capstone presentations. Maddie Boe “Optical Trapping: A Visual Exploration” Claire Hartwig-Alberg “Reviewing a Coastal Environment Change Experiment Using Wave Measurement Sensors” Chris McGraw “Building an Acoustic Levitation Device” William Senseman “Studies on Implementing a Solar Panel Array at PLU” Noah Stead “Bessel Function Solutions for the Shape of a Spinning Chain” Thomas Tamanaha “Moving Eddy Current

Careers for Physics MajorsA degree in physics can lead to employment in design and development work in private industry or in large, government laboratories. With their broad education in fundamental physical concepts, physicists often work closely with engineers who have more specific design-oriented training. Those who complete a Ph.D. degree in physics may be involved in the basic research of unanswered questions in science, or may contribute to the development of new, advanced technologies

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Engineering (ENGR) & Physics (PHYS) Courses ENGR 131: Introduction to Engineering An introduction to the engineering profession and development of basic skills important to the profession; including, problem solving, engineering design, graphics, use of computers, computer programming, engineering economics, and ethics in engineering. Prerequisite: completion of college-preparatory mathematics. (2) ENGR 240: Engineering Statics Engineering statics using vector algebra; equilibrium of rigid

Department of Physics Learning Outcomes Learners will be able to demonstrate and apply their understanding of fundamental concepts by successfully solving a variety of physics problems in different contexts. A detailed list of fundamental physics concepts is provided within the learning outcomes of each course, included in the course syllabus. Learners will be able to create, analyze, and deliver effective written and oral scientific communication. Learners will be able to demonstrate effective

Internships and Research Experiences in Physics Internships and Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) are an excellent way to apply the material you are learning in your physics and engineering courses outside of the classroom! Internships generally refer to a position in a company or business. Internships may be paid or unpaid, and there may be opportunities to apply your experience towards PLU credit. Consult with the Physics Department chair for more information. Check out the

hepatitis C virus. “HIV” means human immunodeficiency virus. “Occupational exposure” means reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties. “Other potentially infectious materials (OPIM)” means: (a) The following human body fluids: Semen, vaginal secretions, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, pleural fluid, pericardial fluid, peritoneal fluid, amniotic fluid

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens can occur through needle sticks, skin exposure to blood when skin is chapped or cut and body fluid splash to the eye, inside of nose or mouth. All potential exposures to bloodborne pathogens must be reported to your clinical instructor and agency staff within 1 hour of occurrence. Needle stick injuries as a result of clean or dirty needles must be reported. First aid should be immediately accessed for any exposure. Immediate medical evaluation should be sought