Physical Science (PHY SCI)
Courses
PHY SCI 5. California Teach 1: Introduction to Science and Mathematics Teaching. 3 Units.
First in a series for students interested in becoming middle or high school teachers of mathematics or science. Students gain an understanding of effective, research-based teaching strategies. Includes supervised field experience in a K-12 classroom.
Same as BIO SCI 14
Restrictions: School of Biological Sciences students, School of Physical Sciences students, School of Engineering students, and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment.
PHY SCI 9. Introduction to Computation for Scientists and Engineers. 6 Units.
Introduces principles, techniques, and computational tools for quantitative approach to basic problem solving in physics and engineering. Project-based course that actively explores how programming techniques are used for solving STEM real-world problems.
Prerequisite: MATH 2A (may be taken concurrently) or AP Calculus AB with a minimum score of 3 or AP Calculus BC with a minimum score of 3 or AP69 with a minimum score of 3.
Same as I&C SCI 9
Overlaps with PHYSICS 2.
(II and (Va or Vb).)
PHY SCI 80. Skills Development. 0 Units. 1.5 Workload Units.
Undergraduates identify, cultivate, and practice relevant soft skills applicable to careers in mathematics and science. The focus is on career readiness, how to market oneself to future employers, and what to expect from the professional world.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of the Lower-Division Writing requirement.
Restrictions: School of Physical Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment.
PHY SCI 105. California Teach 2: Middle School Science and Mathematics Teaching. 3 Units.
Second in a series for students interested in becoming middle or high school teachers of mathematics or science. Students gain an understanding of effective, research-based teaching strategies for grades 6-8. Includes supervised field experience in a middle school classroom.
Prerequisite: PHY SCI 5 or BIO SCI 14.
Same as BIO SCI 101
Restrictions: School of Biological Sciences students, School of Physical Sciences students, School of Engineering students, and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment.
PHY SCI 139W. Technical Writing and Communication Skills. 4 Units.
Workshop in writing technical reports, journal articles, proposals. Oral presentations. Communicating with the public. May not be used in satisfaction of any School or departmental requirement.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of the Lower-Division Writing requirement.
Restrictions: School of Physical Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment.
(Ib)
PHY SCI 220. Science Communication Skills. 2 Units.
Development of effective communication skills, oral and written presentations. Topics range from the art of creating keynote slides to strategically crafting a personal story, culminating in a live presentation to an invited audience.