PHS 110 Fundamentals of Physical Science. (4)
fall and spring only
One-semester survey of the principles of physics and chemistry. Understanding of elementary algebra is presumed. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.
General Studies: SQ

PHS 208 Patterns in Nature. (4)
fall and spring only
Project-oriented science course with computer training to develop critical thinking, and technical skills for student-oriented science lessons K–12. Lecture, lab. Cross-listed as STE 208. Credit is allowed for only PHS 208 or STE 208. Prerequisite: college-level science course or instructor approval.
General Studies: SQ

PHS 484 Physical Science Internship. (3)
fall and spring only
Teach middle school students scientific concepts discussed and demonstrated in PHS 208. Hands-on experience is the focus of the teaching.

PHS 505 Energy and the Environment. (3)
fall and spring only
Current problems in energy resources, production, consumption, and conservation. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 510 Inquiry Physical Science I. (3)
fall and spring only
Inquiry approach to physical science, standards-based intended for elementary school teachers. Topics selected: kinematics, dynamics, electricity, magnetism, light, astronomy. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 520 Inquiry Physical Science II. (3)
fall and spring only
Inquiry approach to physics and astronomy, standards-based intended for middle school teachers. Emphasis on technology and modeling. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 530 Methods of Physics Teaching I. (3)
fall and spring only
Inquiry approach to high school physics teaching. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 531 Methods of Physics Teaching II. (3)
fall and spring only
Extension of modeling techniques introduced in PHY 580. Studio. Prerequisite: PHS 530 or instructor approval.

PHS 534 Methods of Teaching Physical Science I, II, III. (3)
fall and spring only
Design of curriculum and conduct of instruction for physical science courses. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 540 Integrated Physics and Chemistry. (3)
fall and spring only
Collaborative inquiry methods for teaching and coordinating physics and chemistry. Studio. Prerequisite: CHM 480 or PHS 530 or PHY 480 or instructor approval.

PHS 542 Integrated Mathematics and Physics. (3)
fall and spring only
Mathematical models and modeling as an integrating theme for secondary mathematics and physics. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 550 Physics and Astronomy. (3)
fall and spring only
Astronomy curricula and projects for secondary school, with emphasis on the role of physics in astronomy. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 556 Astrophysics. (3)
fall and spring only
Structure and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the universe. For secondary school teachers. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 560 Matter and Light. (3)
fall and spring only
Interactions of light with matter. Lasers and spectroscopy. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 564 Light and Electron Optics. (3)
fall and spring only
Principles and practice of electron-optical instruments. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 570 Spacetime Physics. (3)
fall and spring only
Special and general theories of relativity with implications for space and time travel. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

PHS 581 Structure of Matter and Its Properties. (3)
fall and spring only
Models of matter and its properties. Studio. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

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