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Physical Reasoning about Climate Modeling: A Bridge to Upper-Division Physics.

  • Published In: Physics Teacher, 2023, v. 61, n. 7. P. 625 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Minot, Ethan D. 3 of 3

Abstract

At Oregon State University, the curriculum for physics majors includes a new course called "Physics of Contemporary Challenges", which serves as a bridge between lower- and upper-division physics at the undergraduate level. This material is suitable for students making the transition from lower-division to upper-division physics; we cover fundamental concepts from quantum and statistical mechanics while also developing a robust set of physical reasoning skills. (2) The physics that we cover introduces key threads of modern physics (quantum and statistical mechanics) that students will continue to use in upper-division classes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Physics Teacher. 2023/10, Vol. 61, Issue 7, p625
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0031-921X
  • DOI:10.1119/5.0137216
  • Accession Number:172324998
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