PHSCS 416

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Writing in Physics

Physics and Astronomy College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Writing scientific and technical articles and proposals. Writing and presentation skills applied to senior thesis or capstone project. Resources and guidelines for publishing in physics.

When Taught

Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Completed research for thesis or capstone project.

Title

Communication

Learning Outcome

Communicate succinctly and precisely in both written and oral formats.

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Ethics

Learning Outcome

Describe ethical issues that may arise in the physics profession and formulate appropriate responses to these issues.

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Thesis

Learning Outcome

Write a thesis/capstone report or a professional paper.

Title

Professional Documents and Presentations

Learning Outcome

Produce professional documents (resume, memo, etc.) and presentations.