Physics and Astronomy

Explore Preston's Library's resources in physics and astronomy and learn to use them effectively in your scholarly work. You may email us questions or schedule research consultations. 

From VMI:

Physics probes fundamental questions and also serves as a source of key innovations in high technology. At VMI a dedicated faculty train and work with talented students to explore exciting areas of physics and astronomy like…

• Lasers and Fiber Optics
• Laser Spectroscopy
• Observational Astronomy
• Thin Films and Nanotechnology
• Molecular Spectroscopy
• Nuclear Physics

A bachelor’s degree in physics is the gateway to a wide variety of technical careers as well as graduate and professional school opportunities.  

• Technical careers in the military, nuclear energy, medical physics, and other areas
• Careers in secondary education (teaching high school physics)
• Graduate study in physics, astrophysics, nuclear engineering, and other related disciplines
• Professional school in medicine and law