engineer. designer. photographer. musician.
I'm currently going into my fourth year of engineering taking Engineering Physics and Computing. To me, engineering is all about creativity - I strive to solve complex problems in inventive ways. From applying my learnings while working as a data scientist to exploring challenging problems in Quantum Mechanics, I am always looking for ways to understand the "Why?" behind a problem. To learn a bit about my process when tackling engineering & design problems, look here, otherwise, check out some of the work I've done below.
Hi, I'm Alex Chase, I'm an aspiring
Engineering Physics and Computing
I chose Engineering Physics because I am fascinated by the way that physical principles and theory explain some of the most complex systems in our world and universe. Although a highly technical degree, it requires me to think outside the box, and as such, it is the perfect opportunity to reconcile my creative passions with my desire to understand complex problems. In Engineering Physics, my core courses offer a robust foundation in math, physics and engineering, while also allowing me to learn about groundbreaking fields such as Laser Optics, Nanotechnology and Quantum Mechanics. Below, I've highlighted some of the courses I've taken and notable coursework. In my professional experience, Engineering Physics has prepared me with advanced problem-solving and instrumentation skills, and mathematical, analytical, and abstract-thinking ability - all of which have proven to be invaluable when tackling modern engineering and design problems.
Quantum Physics of Atoms, Nuclei and Particles
Relativity & Quanta
Data Structures & Algorithms
Computer Architecture
4th Year
Introduction to General Relativity
4th Year
Nuclear Physics
Fourier Methods & Boundary Value Problems
Digital Systems
Electricity & Magnetism
Thermodynamics
4th Year
Introduction to Medical Physics
4th Year
Neural Netoworks & Genetic Algorithms
The Classical Limit of the Quantum Harmonic Oscillator
The Classical Limit of The Quantum Harmonic Oscillator was a research project conducted during my third year of university. It explores a famous problem in quantum mechanics called The Quantum Harmonic Oscillator which can be thought of as a simple pendulum - just on an extremely small scale. In my paper, I explore the nature of this system as it approaches a macroscopic scale and work to reconcile the physical models outlined by Classical Mechanics and Issac Newton's Laws of Motion with the system defined by Quantum Mechanics. This project was the perfect opportunity for me combine a complex technical understanding with creative ability. Check out the brief creative video which demonstrates my ability to effectively communicate complex and technical concepts in a clear and simple way. Further, take a look at the interactive applet I developed below using Python and HTML.