Physics Department Introduction Physics deals with the fundamental laws of nature which underlie all of science and with the theoretical developments and concepts which explain these laws, ranging from the subatomic to the astronomical realm. The study of physics, therefore, provides a strong foundation for graduate work and for careers in a wide variety of scientific fields. As part of the physics curriculum, the department also offers courses in geology, meteorology, and astronomy. A geology major may be completed through course work at Lehigh University. Cooperative programs in engineering are available with Lehigh University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Washington University.
Students can also qualify for secondary school teaching certification in physics or general science.
Courses For complete program requirements and course information from the Moravian College Catalog, click here . In addition, specialized courses may be taken through cross-registration at other Lehigh Valley colleges. The Alumni Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Natural Sciences. Faculty Joseph J. Gerencher Jr. , B.S., M.S., D.Ed., Pennsylvania State University, is interested in science education, coal petrology, meteorite impact, astronomy, geostatistics, and seismology. He is the coordinator of Moravian's science education program and advisor for Moravian's cooperative geology program with Lehigh University.