Physics Major, Teaching Track, B.A./B.S.

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Pott College of Science, Engineering and Education >> Geology and Physics

70 hours + Secondary Education Licensure Minor

The Physics major offers many options to students with an interest in physics. Students can pursue either a BA or BS degree, and will select one of four tracks. The Teaching track provides an education for students seeking licensure to teach in high school setting.

Physics Core Courses (48-49 credits)

Teaching Track (22 credits)

EDUC 396 - Teaching Science in Grades 5-12 Credits: 3
BIOL 108 - Biology for Educators Credits: 2
GEOL 108 - Earth-Space Science for Educators Credits: 2
AND (for CHEM emphasis)
CHEM 341 - Environmental Chemistry Credits: 3
CHEM 321 - Quantitative Analysis Credits: 4
CHEM 353 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 4
CHEM 441 - Inorganic Chemistry Credits: 4 or
CHEM 361 - Survey of Physical Chemistry Credits: 4
OR (for MATH emphasis)
MATH 253 - Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning Credits: 3
MATH 323 - College Geometry Credits: 3
MATH 362 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MATH 291 - Mathematics for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3
MATH 391 - The Teaching of Mathematics in Grades 5-12 Credits: 3

Secondary Education Licensure Minor

Students seeking a teaching major that leads to licensure as a secondary school teacher (grades 5-12) are required to complete the Secondary Education Licensure Minor .

Physics Major, Teaching Track, B.A./B.S.

Physics Core Courses (48-49 credits)

Required Math Courses

Required Physics Courses

Required Chemistry Courses

Teaching Track (22 credits)

Secondary Education Licensure Minor