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PHSCS 191

Introduction to Physics Careers and Research 1

Physics and Astronomy College of Physical and Mathematical 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.

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

0.5

Fixed

0.5

Fixed

1

Fixed

0

Note

Take first semester after registered as physics major.

Title

Educational Plan

Learning Outcome

Develop a draft of an educational plan for both undergraduate and graduate training.

Title

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.

Title

Subfields of Physics

Learning Outcome

Describe the major subfields of physics and the breadth of interdisciplinary research to which physicists contribute.

Title

Careers in Physics

Learning Outcome

Describe career opportunities available in physics and astronomy and the specific preparation necessary for these careers.