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