Physics and Astronomy
Jerry Hinnefeld, Ph.D. | Acting Chair
Northside Hall 355 | (574) 520-4467 | physics.iusb.edu
Faculty
- Professors | J. Hinnefeld, Levine, Lynker, Schimmrigk, Scott (Chair)
- Senior Lecturer | Borntrager
- Faculty Emeritus | Zimmerman
- Chief Technician | Nate
About Physics
The department offers courses in physics, astronomy, and geology, and serves three broad groups of students:
- those majoring in physics with plans to either enter graduate school in physics, astronomy (or a related field), or to make a career in industry
- those majoring in other natural sciences, science education, or engineering technology
- those majoring in non-technical disciplines who wish to learn an additional physical science
Undergraduate Degrees Offered
Minor Offered
3/2 Dual Degree Program in Physics and Engineering
Through agreements with institutions offering degrees in engineering, it is possible for a student to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Physics from IU South Bend and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering another institution, following at least three years of study at IU South Bend and at least two years of study at the partnering institution. Contact the Department of Physics and Astronomy for information about this dual-degree program.
Course Descriptions
Astronomy AST | Physics PHYS | Geology GEOL
Photo credit | Peter Ringenberg