Physics
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What is Physics?
Physics, as define by Google, is "the branch of science concerned with the nature and properties of matter and energy. The subject matter of physics... includes mechanics, heat, light and other radiation, sound, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of atoms."
The physics department is actively engaged in the following research areas: Computational Physics, Materials Physics, Physics Education, Optical Physics, and several multidisciplinary research projects. The Department of Physics at Oregon State University has an active graduate-level research program and offers degree programs leading to Ph.D., M. S., B. S., and B.A. degrees in physics (within the College of Science ), and the B. S. degree in engineering physics (within the College of Engineering ). Many options within the physics degree are available, and we also offer a minor in physics. Our interdisciplinary degree in computational physics is receiving national recognition as a model program.
Physics - What Can I Do with This Degree? pdf - lists the industry areas, employers, and strategies for using your degree.
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| Aerospace Testing | Mathematician | Research Assistant |
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| Air Traffic Controller | Medical Physicist | Satellite Missions Analyst |
| Astronomer | Medical Products Designer | Science Teacher |
| Astrophysicist | Meteorologist | Science Writer |
| Atomic Physicist | Molecular Physicist | Scientific Photographer |
| Automotive Engineer | National Laboratory Research | Seismologist |
| Biophysicist | Nuclear Magnetic Resonance | Software Designer |
| Computer Specialist | Nuclear Physicist | Solid Earth Physicist |
| Computer System Engineer | Nuclear Power Plant Manager | Solid State Physicist |
| Engineer | Occupational Safety Specialist | Stratigrapher |
| Environmental Analyst | Oceanographer | Systems Analyst |
| Environmental Health Specialist | Optometrist | Teacher |
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| Forensic Scientist | Physicist | Technical Illustrator |
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Related Skills
| Investigation | Communication | Computation | Technical |
| Define Research Problems | Develop & Write Research Proposals | Measure Distances/Relationships | Design Equiptment |
| Develop Research Models | Review Scientific Communication | Perform Calculations | Identify/Classify Materials |
| Establish Hypotheses | Summarize Research Findings | Mathematical Modeling | Observe Data |
| Gather/Analyze Data | Inform, Explain, Instruct | Maintain records | Establish Experimental Designs |
| Evaluate Ideas | Prepare Technical Reports | Utilize Math Formulas | Use Instruments |
| See Relationships Among Factors | Draw Meaningful Conclusions | Understand Concepts | Utilize Concepts |
Job & Internship Search Links
USAJobs.gov - check out the Students and Recent Grads section and the Federal Jobs by College Major for a listing of job titles related to your major.
Physical Science Jobs in the Federal Government
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Career Planning Links
Occupational Outlook Handbook - the following links also provide a summary of the career, what they do, the work environment, how to become one, the job outlook, similar occupations and contacts for more information.
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