Physics Department
Physics and Engineering Majors
Surpassing even Greenville's own tradition of excellence in professional
preparation, our Physics Department stands out as one of our most
exceptional programs.
Physics as a discipline is central to all the natural sciences.
Its applications are evident in all of the technological advances
in our present day society. In preparation for your career, you
will study classical physics and modern physics.
Whether your desire is to go directly into laboratory work, pursue
graduate study, teach physics, or become an engineer, you'll benefit
from Greenville's thorough academic program and personal career
counseling.
Since the start of our cooperative engineering program in 1954,
every Greenville engineering student transferring to the University
of Illinois or Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri has
successfully completed their engineering program.
Hands-On Experience
We invite you to compare the scientific equipment
of other Christian colleges with ours. The Snyder Hall of Science
houses our classrooms and laboratories. The laboratories make use
of major pieces of equipment often found only at much larger institutions.
The difference occurs in that our equipment is for your use.
You conduct the research on atomic collisions produced by the 5,000-volt
Ion Accelerator or investigate atomic surfaces using the Scanning
Tunneling Microscope. Hands on, practical experience is an indispensable
aspect of your training in physics. There is no substitute for quality
lab work when it prepares you for future employment.
Well Trained People Are Always Employable
What do you really need in faculty instruction?
You deserve professors who academically challenge you but also display
true concern for your career plans. Welcome to Greenville College.
You will explore new scientific horizons through joint research
projects with faculty whose findings are published and who instruct
you personally. As you interact with them outside the classroom,
you'll develop a better understanding of the many career possibilities
and the one that is right for you. Then, they will help you prepare
and plan for the achievement of your goals.
Our physics department has cooperative agreements
with two top-notch engineering schools -- the University of Illinois
and Washington University in St. Louis. This five year program,
called Engineering 3/2, results in a Bachelor of Arts from Greenville
and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the cooperating school.
There are a number of benefits to these particular programs. If
you prefer, however, you may work out your own program with a different
engineering school. Also, you may elect to transfer after only two
years at Greenville and obtain a degree elsewhere. In this case,
you would receive only the Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
The demand for quality engineers spans a variety of areas.
Our program prepares you to specialize in any of
the following areas:
Aeronautical
Astronautical
Agriculture
Ceramic
Civil
Computer
Electrical
Industrial
Mechanical
Metallurgical
Nuclear
Physics
Robotics
Why A 3/2 Engineering Program?
Consider these benefits:
1. Successful completion of Greenville's engineering program, with
an appropriate GPA, guarantees admission to top quality engineering
schools for the remaining two years.
2. Receive personal attention in the math and physics courses that
provide the backbone of any engineering program.
3. Gain exposure to the many engineering opportunities before making
a final commitment to a specific field.
4. Remain flexible in your career options by starting with the practical,
broad- natured pre-engineering courses that prepares one for many
fields.
5. Obtain two degrees -- a liberal arts degree in addition to an
engineering degree. Employers seek graduates with a broad background
to better adapt to our constantly changing society.
6. Spend three years at a campus where Christian principles and
values are taught and practiced.
Student Testimonial
As I prepare to graduate this semester and receive my two degrees
[a liberal arts degree and an engineering degree], I look back and
am very glad that I chose the academic path that I did. I believe
that I got the best of both worlds, so to speak, as far as being
trained at both Greenville and the University of Illinois. I had
high-quality, personalized academic training in the Christ-centered
setting of Greenville and then the specific engineering training
in the second-best civil engineering program in the country (see http://www.engr.uiuc.edu/research/news/index.php?xId=06630880)
at the University of Illinois.
 I
look back and am grateful for several things about my experience
at
Greenville...
- The math, physics, and other science courses that I took were
great courses taught by excellent faculty members. Dr. Siefken
and many of the other faculty are top-notch professors with real-world
experience that enhances their ability to instruct students. On
top of that, they were more than willing to spend time outside
of class answering my questions. Because of the small class sizes
and the professors' willingness to be available, I was able to
interact with them much more than I have been able to with many
of my professors here at the much larger University of Illinois.
- The faculty are also committed Christians who encouraged my
spiritual
growth.
- I was able to work through three years of my pre-engineering
training without having to commit to a specific engineering discipline
until the beginning of my fourth year (at the U of I).
- As I interviewed for full-time jobs in the civil engineering
field, I had more than one potential employer tell me that they
were impressed with my having earned the two degrees. It definitely
seemd to give me something of an advantage over fellow applicants
with just one degree.
- I believe that I am a better writer and speaker because of my
training at Greenville than I would have been if I had just gone
through the engineering program. I wrote many lab reports for
my science classes, of course, but I also wrote many papers for
other Greenville classes and was able to get personal feedback
and suggestions from many professors. There seems to be an increasing
demand for engineers to have strong verbal and written communication
skills and I believe my training at Greenville did a good job
of helping me begin to develop those skills.
~ Phil O'Neal '02
Science Program Fact Sheet
Engineering Scholarships
SAE Engineering Scholarship
These scholarships are awarded to incoming first-year students who
have been accepted for the Engineering 3/2 program. The award amount
is based on need, academic achievement, leadership qualities, and
declared major. Five scholarships valued between $1,000 and $2,500
are awarded to incoming first-year students. The awards may be renewed
for up to three additional years.
Dual Degree Engineering Affiliation Scholarship
This scholarship is a half-tuition scholarship awarded for the two
years of undergraduate engineering study completed at Washington
University. This is a merit based scholarship awarded to a Greenville
College student in the Engineering 3/2 program who chooses to study
at Washington University. One scholarship is awarded each year;
professors from the Physics Department select the recipient.
Science/Engineering Scholarship -
TBA
For more information, contact:
Student Financial Services
Greenville College
PO Box 159
Greenville, IL 62246-0159
call toll-free, 1-800-345-4440
e-mail: financialaid
Other academic merit and financial need-based scholarships are
available. Recipients of these engineering scholarship are eligible
to apply.
Come visit us.
Talk to our students. Meet our faculty and get to
know our Physics programs. Call our toll free number and we will
schedule a visit to answer your questions and allow you to experience
for yourself the uniqueness of Greenville College.
Last updated: November
15, 2005
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