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Dec 17, 2024
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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Physics (B.S.) - Science Teaching Specialization
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Douglas Raynie, Department Head
Department of Physics
Daktronics Engineering Hall 255
605-688-5428
Program Information
Physics is the foundation of almost all of the science and engineering disciplines. The curriculum in Physics has the flexibility to accommodate a wide range of student interests including engineering, physical science, mathematics, biological science, or health sciences. Graduates find careers in physics research, education, engineering, medicine, nuclear medicine, law, science journalism or alternatively many other choices.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Physics - Science Teaching Specialization, students will be able to:
- Support an environment that is inclusive to everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability status.
- Write a laboratory report that is appropriate for the discipline of physics and suitable for publication in an undergraduate research journal.
- Defend a hypothesis or a research project by giving an oral presentation in a colloquium setting.
- Solve complex physics problems by applying scientific and mathematical principles.
- Design experiments; build and use equipment; gather, analyze and interpret experimental data; and draw conclusions based upon the data.
- Propose creative solutions for key issues of scientific, social, economic, or environmental merit and defend their hypothesis in either a research paper or by generating a proposal for an experimental design.
Academic Requirements
- The program requires a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above for all physics courses and a GPA 2.0 or above in PHYS 211 -213 (or PHYS 111 -113 ) and PHYS 331 .
- A grade of “C” or better is required in CMST 101 , ENGL 101 , PSYC 101 , and MATH 103 or higher (if these courses are in your plan of study), and all courses for the major (classes with department/program prefix).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required to enroll in any education courses.
Accreditation, Certification, and Licensure
Accreditation
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
South Dakota Department of Education
Certification and Licensure
- Completion of an approved bachelor’s Secondary preparation program.
- Completion of an approved Indian Studies course.
- Pass the state designated content knowledge test or 2.7 GPA in content major coursework.
- Pass the state designated pedagogy test.
- Completion of a Suicide Awareness and Prevention training, available free online through the South Dakota Department of Education.
- Apply online with the South Dakota Department of Education.
- Written recommendation from institution of higher education (SDSU) verifying program completion.
Course Delivery Format
Physics students learn through hands-on and face to face learning in lecture, laboratory, and field-based experiences.
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Requirements for Physics Major - Science Teaching Specialization: 120 Credits
Bachelor of Science
System General Education Requirements
Department of Physics Requirements
Bachelor of Science Requirements: 13+
- Natural Sciences Credits: 10+
- Any two lab sciences.
- Coursework must include 2 prefixes.
- MATH and STAT courses do not count toward the science requirement.
- AIS 211 - South Dakota American Indian Culture and Education (COM) [SGR #3] Credits: 3
- One declared minor outside of the major prefix OR a second major OR a teaching specialization. The minor may be a traditional minor within one department or it may be interdisciplinary involving more than one department. The minor can be in a different college. The minor must be declared no later than the student’s third semester of enrollment.
- Capstone course in the major discipline
- Upper division coursework Credits: 33
System General Education and/or major coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements. Consult program advisor for details.
Teaching Specialization Requirements
Electives
Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.
Total Required Credits: 120
Summary of Program Requirements
Bachelor of Science
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| System General Education Requirements |
33 Credit Hours |
| Department of Physics Requirements* |
13+ Credit Hours |
| Major Requirements |
49 Credit Hours |
| Teaching Specialization Requirements |
34 Credits Hours |
| Electives** |
1 Credit Hour |
*System General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Supporting Coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements.
**Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.
Academic Advising Guide Sheet
The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program.
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