students who elect the electromechanical control systems concentration are frequently interested either in both physics and engineering, or physics but with emphasis on applications. the electromechanical control systems concentration allows them to take many of the courses required for the mechanical engineering and the computer science degrees, but also to take additional advanced physics courses. advanced physics training improves students’ understanding of the fundamentals underlying engineering practice and develops problem-solving skills. the university of kansas's majors have access to undergraduate research opportunities either in physics or in engineering and take senior design courses in both physics and mechanical engineering giving them real-world project experience.