PHSCS 191
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Introduction to Physics Careers and Research 1
Physics and Astronomy
College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences
Course Description
Survey of BYU undergraduate physics and astronomy programs, careers in physics and astronomy, and current physics and astronomy research.
When Taught
Fall Term 1.
Min
0.5
Fixed
0.5
Fixed
1
Fixed
0
Note
Take first semester after registered as physics major.
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Educational Plan
Learning Outcome
Develop a draft of an educational plan for both undergraduate and graduate training.
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Current Physics Research
Learning Outcome
Describe examples of current research in physics or astronomy, explaining what questions are being asked by the investigators and why these questions are interesting.
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Subfields of Physics
Learning Outcome
Describe the major subfields of physics and the breadth of interdisciplinary research to which physicists contribute.
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Careers in Physics
Learning Outcome
Describe career opportunities available in physics and astronomy and the specific preparation necessary for these careers.
