PHYSE - Secondary Education Physics Course Descriptions

PHYSE 1401E Development of Knowledge in Physics I

Selected topics in physics with emphasis on gaining a depth of understanding of the subject matter and an awareness of the development of skills essential to the scientific process. Background for teaching science in secondary schools or introductory college level. Integrated laboratory/discussion format.

Credits

3

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.

PHYSE 1402E Development of Knowledge in Physics II

Selected topics in physics with emphasis on gaining a depth of understanding of the subject matter and an awareness of the development of skills essential to the scientific process. Background for teaching science in secondary schools or introductory college level. Integrated laboratory/discussion format.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

PHYSE 1401E.

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.

PHYSE 3200F Independent Study and Research in Physics

Open to qualified graduate students in the School of Education interested in the study of special problems. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Credits

Variable 1-3 cr./sem.

Prerequisites

Requires sponsorship by an appropriate faculty member and approval of the Advisory Committee.

Contact Hours

Hours to be arranged.

PHYSE 7100E Modern Concepts in Physics I

A seminar designed for majors in science education to explore recent developments in physics and their application. Topics include plasma physics, sound and light.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

One year of college physics.

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.

PHYSE 7200E Modern Concepts in Physics II

A seminar designed for majors in science education to explore recent developments in physics and their application. Topics include black hole phenomena, space physics, mechanics.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

One year of college physics.

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.

PHYSE 7300E Introduction to Astronomy

Designed to introduce science educators to the universe, solar system, and galaxy. Topics include quasars, pulsars, black holes.

Credits

3

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.