Ian Banta

Ian Banta serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of California, Santa Barbara, with office space in Building 937, Room 1001, and mailing address at Broida Hall.

His research spans fundamental physics disciplines, with emphasis on theoretical and experimental frameworks across core areas of modern physics:

• Classical Mechanics for motion analysis
• Electromagnetism in material systems
• Thermodynamic principles in energy transfer
• Quantum Mechanical phenomena
• Relativistic frameworks
• Condensed matter applications

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate physics curriculum delivery within UCSB's Department of Physics infrastructure, supported by departmental resources including machine shops, computer support, and facility services operating Monday-Friday 9am-4pm PST.