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Science Education: Physics (6-12)

The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the 老澳门资料. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.

The National Science Education Standards and the Florida Science Curriculum Framework and Sunshine State Standards promote the importance of an inquiry orientation in science teaching. The Physics Education program supports less "coverage" of material and increased depth of understanding, appropriate use of instructional technology, and use of strategies to promote meaningful learning by all students. The science education programs emphasize a sound background in the instructional processes that help future teachers to justify and modify what they do in the classroom. In accordance with the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recommendations, they give teachers of each content area a general science background, as well as a specialized content emphasis. Visit the Physics Tab on the Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum: Undergraduate Programs webpage for additional information and for a complete list of prerequisites.

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Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies.
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Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.

  • Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies 老澳门资料 general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). General Education course work must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
  • Students are encouraged to speak with College of Education faculty directly regarding questions about the teaching profession.
  • When selecting General Education or free elective credit it is recommended to take EDF2085 Intro to Diversity Educators, and EME2040 Introduction to Technology for Educators. 
  • Admission into the College of Education and Human Services requires a minimum of 60 semester hours or a state of Florida AA degree with a grade point average of 2.50 or better and passing scores on all four parts of the General Knowledge (GK) test prior to 90 credit hours. Program admission requires a decision by a college administrator or faculty. Find specific admission criteria for this program on your Degree Evaluation, college website, university catalog or consult your academic advisor. For more information visit the webpage.
  • If preparation for MAC 2311 Calculus I is needed take MAC 1147 Precalculus. Prerequisite for CHM 2045/2045L General Chemistry I with lab is completion of CHM 1025 Introduction to Chemistry or qualifying score on chemistry placement assessment. MAC 1105 College Algebra or MAC equivalent is also an enforced prerequisite for CHM 2045/2045L. Prerequisite for PHY 2048C Calculus-Based Physics with lab is PHY 1028/1028L Introduction to Physics with lab. MAC 2311 Calculus I is also an enforced prerequisite for PHY 2048C.
  • A minimum grade of "C" is required in all course work.
  • Students must maintain a minimum GPA of a 2.50 or better for each semester they are enrolled in a teacher education program.
  • A level 2 background check (including fingerprints) done and verified by the school district in which the field/clinical experiences will be completed is required prior to the assignment of any student to a field/clinical experience. Students not cleared by the school district will not be permitted access to schools.
  • All course work including successful completion of Field Labs I and II are prerequisites for Student Internship (Term 8). Courses with field lab requirements must be completed during fall and spring terms.
  • Passing the Professional Education and Subject Area exams of the Florida Teachers Certification Exam (FTCE) is required for completion of internship and graduation.
  • Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2010, AMH 2020, or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
  • A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree.

Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15

Schedule Credit Hours
IDS1932 (GW) First-Year Writing Seminar OR ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose 3
EDF1005 Intro to Teaching Profession (Program Prerequisite)
(Students are required to complete a minimum of 18 hours of field-based experiences with children and youth)
3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)
(When selecting a math course, MAC1147 Precalc or MAC2311 Calculus I - Program Prerequisite, pending Math Placement Exam is recommended)
4
Total Hours: 13

Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30

Schedule Credit Hours
ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose OR IDS1932 (GW) First-Year Writing Seminar
(Select the course not taken in Term 1)
3
EDF2085 Intro to Diversity for Educators OR EME2040 Intro to Technology for Educators (Both are recommended courses)
(EDF2085 requires students to complete a minimum of 18 hours of field-based experiences with diverse populations of children and youth)
3
CHM2045 General Chemistry I (Program Prerequisite)
CHM2045L General Chemistry I Laboratory (Program Prerequisite)
3
1
MAC2311 (GM) Calculus I (If not taken in Term 1 - Program Prerequisite) 4
Total Hours: 14

Mile Marker(s)
EDF1005 Intro to Teaching Profession Minimum Grade C
MAC2311 Calculus I Minimum Grade C
CHM2045/2045L General Chemistry I with Lab Minimum Grade C

Summer 1

Schedule Credit Hours
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
CHM2046 General Chemistry II (Program Prerequisite)
CHM2046L Gen Chem II Lab (Program Prerequisite)
3
1
Total Hours: 7

Mile Marker(s)
CHM2046/2046L Gen Chem II with Lab Minimum Grade C

Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45

Schedule Credit Hours
Select a second Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
EDF2085 Intro to Diversity for Educators OR EME2040 Intro to Technology for Educators (Both are recommended courses)
(EDF2085 requires students to complete a minimum of 18 hours of field-based experiences with diverse populations of children and youth)
3
PHY2048C Calculus-Based Physics I (Program Prerequisite) 4
MAC2312 (GM) Calculus II 4
Total Hours: 14


Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60

Schedule Credit Hours
PHY2049 Calculus-Based Physics II (Program Prerequisite)
PHY2049L Calculus-Based Physics II Lab (Program Prerequisite)
4

MAC2313 (GM) Calculus III (Coreq for PHY3101/3101L, Prereq for PHY3424C and PHY4523) 4
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
EDF3151 Educational Psychology (Transfer Juniors take EDF3151 in Term 5) 3
Total Hours: 14

Mile Marker(s)
MAC2312 (GM) Calculus II Minimum Grade C
MAC2313 (GM) Calculus III Minimum Grade C
Calculus Based Physics I with Lab
Calculus Based Physics II with Lab

Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75

Schedule Credit Hours
Select a General Education Course, if needed (See Degree Evaluation) 3
EDG3323 The Learning Process 3
EEX4275 Teaching Students with Exceptionalities  3
Select a Major Elective (See Degree Evaluation) ??? 3-4
PHY3101 Modern Physics
PHY3101L Modern Physics Lab
3
1
AST2002 Discovering Astronomy 
AST2002L Discovering Astronomy Lab
3
1
Total Hours: 16-17
NOTE: EDG3323 has a mandatory field component of 30 hours for secondary education majors

Mile Marker(s)
General Education Requirements

Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90

Schedule Credit Hours
PHY3424C Optics with Laboratory 4
EDF3151 Educational Psychology  3
RED4333 Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum 3
TSL4324 TESOL for Secondary Content Area Teachers (Requires a 35 hour ESOL field component in a secondary school) 3
Select a Physics Elective (See Degree Evaluation)
Total Hours: 13
NOTE: Take General Knowledge (GK) Test. Submit test score results to Office of Academic Support and Information Services (OASIS) Building 57, Petway Hall, Room 1300.

Mile Marker(s)
EDG3323 The Learning Process Minimum Grade C
EDF3151 Educational Psychology Minimum Grade C
Civic Literacy Requirement

Summer 3

Schedule Credit Hours
Select a Physics Elective (See Degree Evaluation) 3
EDF4444 Assessment of Learn and Behavior 3
EDG4410 Classroom Managment and Communication 3
NOTE: Students prepare to take the Professional Education Certification Exam and the Physics Education (6-12) Subject Area Certification Exam. Students must attempt both exams prior to registration for Student Internship in Term 8.
Total Hours: 9

Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105

Schedule Credit Hours
SMT4990 Problem Based Instruction Math-Science  3
Select a Major Elective (See Degree Evaluation) ???  3-4
TSL4324 ESOL Content for Teachers 
PHY4523 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics 4
Select a Physics Elective (See Degree Evaluation) 4
Total Hours: 15-16

Mile Marker(s)
SMT4990 Problem Based Instruction Math-Science Minimum Grade C
EDF4444 Assessment of Learn and Behavior Minimum Grade C
EDG4410 Classroom Managment and Communication Minimum Grade C
Physics Ed 6-12 Major / Foundations Requirements
2.5 GPA prior to Student Internship (ESE 4943)
Professional Education Certification Exam

Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120

Schedule Credit Hours
ESE4943 Student Internship 12
Total Hours: 12

Total Program Hours:

120

 

The Osprey Map is not a contract between the 老澳门资料 and the student. It should be used as a general guide for the purpose of meeting requirements and constructing course schedules. The Map may be altered periodically to meet the objectives of the academic program or the university.