Program Overview

Introduction to the Applied Physics and Materials Science Division

The Applied Physics and Materials Science Division is part of the Division of Engineering and Applied Science at the California Institute of Technology.

Academics

Graduate Programs

• Graduate Degree in Applied Physics
• Graduate Degree in Materials Science
• Quantum Science and Engineering Minor

Undergraduate Programs

• Undergraduate Major in Applied Physics
• Undergraduate Major in Materials Science

Courses

The division offers various courses, including:

• EE/APh 180: Nanotechnology This course explores the techniques and applications of nanofabrication and miniaturization of devices to the smallest scale. It focuses on understanding the technology of miniaturization, its history, and present trends towards building devices and structures on the nanometer scale. Technology and instrumentation for nanofabrication, as well as future trends, are described. Examples of applications of nanotechnology in electronics, communications, data storage, sensing, and biotechnology are analyzed. Students understand the underlying physics and technology, as well as limitations of miniaturization.

Research

Facilities and Research Centers

The division has facilities and research centers that support its academic programs and research activities.