Physics and Astronomy
Henry P. Scott, Ph.D. | Chair
Northside Hall 301A | (574) 520-4278 | physics.iusb.edu
Faculty
Professors | J. Hinnefeld, Levine, Lynker
Associate Professors | Schimmrigk, Scott (Chair)
Senior Lecturer | Borntrager
Faculty Emeritus | Zimmerman
Chief Technician | Nate
About Physics
The department offers courses in physics, astronomy, and geology; serving three broad groups of students: those majoring in physics with plans either to 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; and those majoring in nontechnical disciplines who wish to learn some physical science.
Students interested in pursuing an engineering degree can begin their studies at IU South Bend in this department. A dual-degree program, under which a student can earn both a Bachelor of Science in Physics from IU South Bend and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a cooperating institution in at least three years of study at IU South Bend and at least two years of study at the cooperating institution, is described below.
Undergraduate Degrees Offered
- Bachelor of Arts in Physics | 4-Year Degree Plan (Sample)
- Bachelor of Science in Physics | 4-Year Degree Plan (Sample)
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.