2018-2019 Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHSC 110 - Physical Science for Teachers


4 hours
A survey of concepts in physics and chemistry designed for teacher candidates; including but not limited to: the nature and history of science; classical mechanics; energy and heat; waves and sound; electricity; light and electromagnetic radiation; chemical properties, bonds, and reactions; and organic and nuclear chemistry.  The laboratory focuses on experiments that can be used by the teacher to illustrate the essentials of chemistry and physics concepts and skills through inquiry.  Laboratory safety, scientific methodology, and problem-solving are essential topics. Offered every spring. Prereq/Corequisite(s): EDUC 195 . Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. UG