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Departmental Learning Goals

Physics Learning Goals

Physics Departmental Learning Goals Bryn Mawr Learning Outcomes
1. Develop confidence in identifying and using appropriate mathematical tools to solve physical problems. Research Skills; Quantitative Ability; Critical Thinking Skills; Problem-Solving Ability; Scientific Investigation
2. Understand and apply physical principles to model physical phenomena, make predictions, and test the models through experiment and data analysis. Research Skills; Quantitative Ability; Ability to View Problems from Multiple Perspectives; Critical Thinking Skills; Problem-Solving Ability; Scientific Investigation
3. Develop the ability to synthesize knowledge from different areas of physics. Ability to View Problems from Multiple Perspectives; Critical Thinking Skills; Information Literacy 
4. Use analytical and numerical tools to solve physics problems. Research Skills; Quantitative Ability; Ability to View Problems from Multiple Perspectives; Critical Thinking Skills; Problem-Solving Ability; Digital Competencies  
5. Learn to communicate your findings and understanding to others, both formally and informally, through written, visual and oral means of communication.  Writing Skills; Research Skills; Oral Communication Skills; Digital Competencies; Information Literacy; Diversity/ Equity/ Inclusion 
6. Learn about the diverse variety of career paths open to physics majors and the cultural and ethical contexts of being a scientist. Diversity/Equity/Inclusion
7. Develop the ability to work with others to achieve a common goal and create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Research Skills; Oral Communication Skills; Ability to View Problems from Multiple Perspectives; Diversity/ Equity/ Inclusion 
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Department of Physics

Park Science Building
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101 N. Merion Avenue
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010-2899
Phone: 610-526-5358