BSc in Engineering Physics - Power Electronics and Systems in Chicago United States | University of Illinois Chicago

Engineering applies scientific principles to address practical challenges, with engineering physicists focusing more intensively on the scientific aspects.

By pursuing UIC's engineering physics major, you will gain a strong foundation in physics, enhancing your competitiveness for roles demanding scientific and theoretical knowledge, such as research and development.

Students in this major complete nine physics courses, starting with General Physics I (covering mechanics) and General Physics II (on electricity and magnetism), then advancing to topics like the scientific method, quantum theory, waves, thermal physics, quantum and theoretical mechanics, experimental physics, and more.

This program aims to educate and expose students and researchers to power electronics, power management, and power systems, with applications in smart/micro grids, electric and autonomous vehicles, renewable energy, aerospace, motor drives, telecommunications, cyber-physical systems, wireless power, VLSI, power integrated circuits, and the Internet of Things. Power electronics covers semiconductor-based switchable power-flow circuits, power management involves control and intelligent electronic synthesis, and power systems introduces distribution and transmission networks. Students are also encouraged to explore complementary fields like controls, integrated/digital/analog circuits, semiconductor devices, cyber-physical systems, machine learning, and electromagnetics.