The Photonics B.S. is offered by the Physics and Astronomy Department in the May School of Arts and Sciences .
Ruby Gu
Shields Science Center 313
508-565-1623
ggu@stonehill.edu
Mission of the Program
Photonics involves the study of light-based technology and its applications. This rapidly expanding field interacts extensively with nearly every other branch of science and technology, including Physics, Electrical Engineering, and Semiconductors, among others. The Photonics majors at Stonehill College aim to establish a robust foundation in the physical and optical sciences while fostering the development of mathematical and computational skills for solving real-world problems.
Similarly, the Photonics B.S. program provides a strong foundation for students aiming to engage in teaching careers, undertake graduate studies at research universities, or proceed to medical school. The Photonics B.S. is particularly beneficial for those seeking advanced degrees in optical science, optical physics, experimental or theoretical physics, Photonics, electrical engineering, semiconductors or biomedical sciences.
Learning Goals
Majors in the Photonics, B.S. will:
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles underlying electromagnetism, optics & waves, and electronics.
- Apply the principles from the aforementioned disciplines to analyze the workings of photonic devices and optical phenomena in nature.
- Perform mathematical and computational analysis of physical and photonic systems.
- Grasp how scientific research is performed, including observation, hypothesis development, experimental design and execution, data collection, and interpretation.
- Comprehend the philosophical, ethical, and societal dimensions of science and technology as human endeavors.
- Understand the applications and implications of photonic technology in scientific contexts and in daily life.
The B.S. in Photonics requires the completion of 15 required courses in physics, photonics, and mathematics, plus three photonics electives. A number of internship possibilities exist with local companies for students studying photonics.
