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Nov 08, 2024
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2023-2024 General Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: To search archives, MUST use search box to left. Current catalog: catalog.usu.edu.
Physics Teaching - BS
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College of Science
Department of Physics
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- For more information about Physics, see the Department of Physics website.
- Following is a sample four-year plan. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.
- Admitted students must meet with their advisor, Karalee Ransom. Current students should also meet with their advisor, Karalee Ransom, and log on to Degree Works to check student-specific program progress.
Minimum University Requirements
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| Total Credits |
120 |
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Grade Point Average (most majors require higher GPA)
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2.00 GPA |
| Credits of C- or better |
100 |
Credits of upper-division courses (#3000 or above) |
40 |
| Total USU Credits |
30 |
Upper-division USU Credits |
20 |
| USU Credits within the Major |
10 |
Credits in Minor (if required) |
12 |
| Credits in Major |
see below |
Credits in American Institutions |
3 |
| General Education Requirements |
see link |
University Studies Depth Requirements |
see link |
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NOTES: The highest math requirement for this degree is MATH 1220 - Calculus II (QL) . Suggested schedule assumes student has passed MATH 1210 - Calculus I (QL) .
Students should consult with their advisor, Karalee Ransom, to develop an individualized plan of study that is applicable to their interests and STEP program no later than their sophomore year.
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Admissions Requirements for this Program
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| New freshmen |
Admitted to USU in Good Standing and an overall GPA of 2.0. |
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Transfer students from other institutions or other programs at USU |
2.2 GPA
A combined GPA of 3.0 is required to be admitted to SCED program.
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Students must complete the General Education Requirements and the University Studies Depth Requirements :
Courses used to fulfill major requirements may not be taken on a pass/fail basis, except those courses that are only taught pass/fail.
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Physics Teaching Requirements
All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better.
Physics Teaching Math Requirements
All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better.
General Science Requirements
A miminum grade of C is required for all courses. In addition, students must select one full Science Series (2 semesters) from the following:
Required Courses for the Secondary Teacher Education Program
All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better.
STEP Admission Courses
These courses may be taken prior to admission.
Secondary Education courses, continued
Licensure Notification
This program typically leads to licensure and was designed to meet licensing qualifications in the state of Utah. If students wish to work in another state within the United States, they should review the qualifications for that state and the Education Licensure Compliance Table provided by School of Teacher Education and Leadership.
For more information, please contact the School of Teacher Education and Leadership at https://cehs.usu.edu/teal/
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