University of California, Berkeley College of Engineering 36 courses 120 total credits
Bachelor of Science (BS) The engineering physics major offered through the Engineering Science Program interweaves classical and modern physics, chemistry, and mathematics with their engineering applications. Chief among the attractions of the major is its flexibility in that students have the ability to take diverse engineering, math, and science classes based on individual research goals. The solid base in physics and mathematics is augmented with a selection of engineering course options that prepare students to tackle complex problems faced by society. Admission to the Major Prospective undergraduates in the College of Engineering must apply to one specific major/degree program. For further information, please see the College of Engineering's website . Admission to engineering via a Change of College application for current UC Berkeley students is very competitive as there are few open spaces in engineering for students admitted to other colleges at UC Berkeley. For further information regarding a Change of College to Engineering, please see the College's website . Minor Program There is no minor program in engineering physics. Other Majors offered by the Engineering Science Program Energy Engineering (Major and Minor) Engineering Mathematics and Statistics (Major) Environmental Engineering Science (Major) Visit Program Website
| Total Units | 120 credits |
Lower Division Requirements: Math
Complete all of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 54 or PHYSICS W89 | Linear Algebra and Differential Equations or Introduction to Mathematical Physics | 4 |
Lower Division Requirements: Physics: Option 1
Complete all of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYSICS 7A | Physics for Scientists and Engineers | 4 |
Lower Division Requirements: Physics: Option 2
Complete at least 5 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYSICS 7A | Physics for Scientists and Engineers | 4 |
Lower Division Electives: Computer Programming
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMPSCI 61BL | Data Structures and Programming Methodology | 4 |
| ENGIN W7 | Introduction to Computer Programming for Scientists and Engineers | 4 |
Lower Division Electives: Technical Electives
Complete at least 3 of the following. May be satisfied with BIOLOGY 1A & 1AL or CHEM 3A & 3AL plus one additional course.
Upper Division Requirements: Thermodynamics
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGIN 40 | Engineering Thermodynamics | 4 |
| PHYSICS 112 | Introduction to Statistical and Thermal Physics | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Mechanics
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MECENG 104 | Engineering Mechanics II | 3 |
| PHYSICS 105 | Analytic Mechanics | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: ELENG 143, NUCENG 104, PHYSICS 111A
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELENG 143 | Microfabrication Technology | 4 |
| NUCENG 104 | Radiation Detection and Nuclear Instrumentation Laboratory | 4 |
| PHYSICS 111A | Instrumentation Laboratory | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Continuum/Fluid Mechanics
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MECENG 106 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MECENG 185 | Introduction to Continuum Mechanics | 3 |
Upper Division Requirements: MATSCI 111, PHYSICS 141A
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATSCI 111 | Properties of Electronic Materials | 4 |
| PHYSICS 141A | Solid State Physics | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Advanced Math 1
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 104 or MATH H104 | Introduction to Analysis or Honors Introduction to Analysis | 4 |
| MATH 121A | Mathematical Tools for the Physical Sciences | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Advanced Math 2
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 185 | Introduction to Complex Analysis | 4 |
| MATH 121B | Mathematical Tools for the Physical Sciences | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Electromagnetism and Optics Option 1
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELENG 117 | Electromagnetic Fields and Waves | 4 |
| PHYSICS 110A | Electromagnetism and Optics | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Electromagnetism and Optics Option 2
Complete at least 1 of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELENG 118 | Introduction to Optical Engineering | 4 |
| PHYSICS 110B | Electromagnetism and Optics | 4 |
Upper Division Requirements: Quantum Mechanics
Complete all of the following.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYSICS 137A | Quantum Mechanics | 4 |
| PHYSICS 137B | Quantum Mechanics | 4 |
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