Physics
College of Arts and Sciences
Do you want to look inside an atom, visualize the sound of a trumpet, or gaze on a supernova? Do you want to design a rocket engine that sends people into outer space or program a computer to simulate life? There are just a few things a physics major might do.
Our curriculum emphasizes doing, not just learning science, all courses give students the opportunity to work on experimental and theoretical projects. Students also have an opportunity to work with faculty on research projects white at Doane University.
Lied Science and Mathematics Building
- Features three physics labs
- Including state-of-the-art equipment for teaching physics and conducting research
- Photoelectric effect apparatus
- E/M apparatus
- Franck-Hertz Experiment apparatus
- Nuclear counting instrumentation
- Gamma-ray spectrometry instrumentation
- IR-visible spectrophotometer system
- Magnetic levitation apparatus
- Electron tubes
- Celestron C-8 telescopes
- 18" Starmaster Newtonian telescope
- A machine shop for student use
- A Physics Study Room
- The Physics Department has:
- An Amptek X-123 x-ray spectrometer
- Amptek Eclipse IV 45kV/50μA x-ray generator
- Amptek XRF-FP quantitative analysis software (x-ray fluorescence)
- Cenco 1 meter curved crystal spectrometer
- Newport RP Reliance 4’x6’ optics bench with accessories
- Newport 2'x2' table top optics bench
- Kodak Motion Corder Analyzer SR-Ultra (high-speed digital video- 10000 fps)
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The Doane Difference

Research and Campus Culture
Doane Physics students have unique undergraduate opportunities to perform research with faculty, including paid summer research projects. Not only with advantages in the classtoom, but students also have a plethora of other activities to be involved in - including athletics, theatre, music, student organizations, Greek life, and more.

Professional Development
Whether you plan on pursuing an advanced degree or a career directly after graduation, Doane Physics students are well-prepared for success through graduate school and internship/career placement.Â

Dual Degree Engineering Program
This program allows a student to earn a Bachelor's degree from Doane University in a major such as physics and a bachelor's of science in an engineering discipline in five years of study. Typically, students spend three years at Doane and then complete the degree with two years of work at an engineering school.Â
Doane is a good college. It is located in a very peaceful town.
Ryan Yu '21
Physics