A student may be permitted to enroll in PS 500 more than once, but will not be allowed to accumulate more than 6 hours credit. See the chair of the division for details. The blank will be filled in with an appropriate short description on the student's transcript to indicate the subject area studied. Computer solutions of physics problems using spreadsheets, computer algebra systems and programming languages. Use of the spreadsheet and other appropriate software in the physics laboratory.
Students do microteaching.
Mutually selected topics not treated in PS 516, determined by the needs of the individual to enhance teaching effectiveness. Individualized instruction, the laboratory, and independent study are utilized. An examination of personal and societal energy requirements, current sources of energy, and the environmental effects of various methods of energy production and usage. Consideration of alternatives for present consumption trends, and options for sources of energy other than fossil fuels. Field trips will be utilized as appropriate.