Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Physics-Teaching of Science Concentration] From University at Buffalo

From the smallest sub-atomic particles to the vastness of cosmic expansion, and at the intermediate scales of our lives, in such areas as solid-state electronics, superconductivity, biological function, and geologic events - physics profoundly impacts our understanding of nature and our ability to harness its secrets for the progress of human kind.

The B.A. in Physics with Teaching of Science Concentrations provides the background in physics and mathematics needed for teaching physics at the high school level. It is not meant for students who wish to do graduate work in physics, but it is appropriate for graduate study in education. 

This concentration is designed for the student whose career goal is to teach physics in grades 7-12.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student will have knowledge of:

• he basic laws of physics, their corollaries, and comprehension of how they can be applied to explain specific natural phenomena
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills in physics, related to hypothesis building, application of the scientific method, and mathematical methods to analyze physics theories and experiments, and devise solution strategies.
• Laboratory skills and exposure to a variety of experiments illustrating important phenomena, measuring techniques, and qualitative analysis of data and uncertainty at appropriate levels
• Contemporary areas of physics inquiry
• Written and oral communication skills for presentation of scientific results