PhysicsWebPage

http://physics.isu.dev.dewlinux.com/

Student Information

Prospective Students

ISU and the ISU Physics department are happy to assist your entry into the ISU Physics program. The ISU Physics department uses the general admissions department to screen applicants for undergraduate studies. See the links below to start on your way.

Applying and Registering

• ISU Prospective Student
• How to Apply
• Financial Assistance
• Academic Advising (General Advising)Physics Advising is done by Dr.Wells
• Registration and Records
• Online Registration
• Transferring to ISU from another school
• Transfer Credit Evaluation

Program Description

• Physics Program Description
• Why ISU Physics?
• Physics Information Sheet
• Physics B.S. Course Schedule
• Facilities

Area Description

• Community Page
• Pocatello, Idaho
• Campus Tour

Research and Facilities

• IAC - Idaho Accelerator Center
• Beam Lab

Q & A

   What does the Physics Program entail?

   What do physicists do?
   Physicists work in industrial and government sectors, with jobs from research to production, even the financial and computer industries. Physicists are well suited to tasks that require stepwise problem solving skills. These skills include analytical and logical thinking, moderately advanced math skills, good observational and communicational skills.

   How long will it take to graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Physics from ISU?
   The length of a student's education is dependent on the pace with which a student passes requried courses. However, if a student strictly follows the program outlined in the ISU Undergraduate Catalog, as approved by an advisor, it can be completed in eight regular semesters (Fall/Spring).
   A Masters of Science in Physics will take additional time. Please contact an advisor for more assistance.

   Where is the Physics building located?
   It is located in the Physical Science Building:
   785 S. 8th Ave.
   Pocatello, ID 83209

Physics Catalog

Physics_Catalog

Programs & Classes

Class Information

Resources for Current Physics Students

The ISU Physics department is actively concerned with the success of it's current physics students. Please select If you are a current ISU Physics student, the links below should help you advance your education. If these links to not meet your needs, please contact the ISU Physics Department.

Registration and Financial Assistance

   Financial Assistance
   Academic Advising (General Advising)
   Physics Advising is done by Dr. Dan Dale
   Registration and Records Department
   Online Registration
   Undergraduate Catalog
   Physics Section of Undergraduate Catalog

Faculty and Staff

   Contact an Instructor
   Current Graduate Students

Online Coursework -- by Professor

   Hackworth, Martin

Online Coursework -- by Instructor

Martin Hackworth

   Lectures
       PHYS 152 -- Astronomy
       PHYS111/112 -- General Physics (summer)
       PHYS211/212 -- Engineering Physics
       PHYS 325 -- Weather and Climate
   Labs
       PHYS101L -- Essentials of Physics Lab
       PHYS 153 -- Astronomy Lab
       PHYS 113/213 -- Physics Lab I
       PHYS 114/214 -- Physics Lab II

Program In formation

Physics Programs

The ISU Department of Physics offers many degree options including a Physics minor, an Associate of Science, a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Science, a Master of Science, a Ph.D. in Applied Physics and a Ph.D. in Engineering and Applied Science in cooperation with the College of Engineering.

Please see the Physics section of the undergraduate catalog for required classes and more program information.

Undergraduate Programs

An Associates degree is available for those completing an introductory sequence of physics courses.

A Bachelor of Arts or minor in Physics are also available to aid students seeking an interdisciplinary education.

The Bachelor of Science program provides a core curriculum focusing on physics and related courses. Beyond the core curriculum the student may choose from physics and related courses in order to complete the degree. The program is designed to provide a flexible degree that can be used for a career in physics or closely related fields. The student should complete a B.S. before progressing to a Master of Science in physics. BS course requirements.

Graduate Programs

The Master of Science in Physics program is tailored to the student's needs. An appropriate faculty member should be consulted when tailoring the program to meet student needs.

The Master of Natural Science in Physics program is designed primarily for teachers and prospective teachers who want to improve their understanding of the subject matter of physics.

The Ph.D. Applied Physics is available in the areas of Radiation Science, Accelerator Applications and Applied Nuclear Physics.

RUE Program

http://physics.isu.dev.dewlinux.com/internships/reu.html

HS Intern Program

http://physics.isu.dev.dewlinux.com/internships/internship.html

Facilities & Research

Physics Facilities

ISU Physics Facilities

The ISU Physics department offices and facilities are located on the first floor of the Physical Science building, located at 785 S. 8th Ave., Pocatello, ID 83209.

Several facities are available for student and faculty use. Please use the links below for more information on those facilities available.

   Beam Labs
       18MeV and 6MeV LINACs
       Van de Graaff Accelerators
   Idaho Accelerator Center (IAC)
   BREMS
   Physics demonstrations and equipment available in the Department

Idaho Accelerator Center

http://iac.isu.edu/

Research

Research

The ISU Physics department conducts research specializing in the following areas.

   Homelandsecurity/nuclear nonproliferation/nuclear safeguards
   Environmental monitoring
   Materials Science
   General Health Physics
   Accelerator Physics
   Cross Cutting / Interdisciplinary Research
       Photon activation analysis
       Radiobiology
   K -12 Educational Programs
   In Service Teacher Programs

You may want to visit the pages of the Wells Research Group for more information on accelerator and applied nuclear physics research and collaborations.

People

Faculty

Faculty

   Beezhold, Wendland, Ph.D.
   Professor Emeritus
   beezwend@isu.edu

   Bernabee, Kirsten, M.S.
   Instructor
   bernkirs@isu.edu

   Calderon, Hector
   Visiting Assistant Professor
   caldhect@isu.edu

   Chandler, Katherine
   Assistant Professor
   chankath@isu.edu

   Cole, Phil, Ph.D.
   Associate Professor
   colephil@isu.edu

   Dale, Dan, Ph.D.
   Professor
   daledani@isu.edu

   Forest, Tony A., Ph.D.
   Associate Professor
   foretony@isu.edu

   Gesell, Tom, Ph.D.
   Professor
   gesethom@isu.edu

   Hackworth, Martin, M.S.
   Senior Lecturer/Lab Supervisor
   hackmart@isu.edu

   Harmon, Frank, Ph.D.
   Professor Emeritus
   harmfran@isu.edu

   Hunt, Alan, Ph.D.
   Associate Professor
   huntalan@isu.edu

   Kim, Yujong, Ph.D.
   Assistant Professor
   yjkim@isu.edu

   McNulty, Dustin, Ph.D.
   Assistant Professor
   mcnudust@isu.edu

   Shropshire, Steve, Ph.D.
   Professor
   shrostev@isu.edu

   Tatar, Erdinch (Eddie), Ph.D.
   Associate Professor
   tataerdi@isu.edu

   Wells, Douglas, Ph.D.
   IAC Director, Physics Acting Department Chair
   welldoug@isu.edu

Staff

   Nickell, Ben
   Systems Administrator
   nickbenj@isu.edu

   O'Neill, Sandra
   Administrative Assistant
   oneisand@isu.edu

Alumni

Alumni

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Your support of the Physics Department helps many deserving students attending Idaho State University find success.

Pledge a donation to the Department of Physics (Be sure to check the college/department button and type "Physics" in to the text box.)