Bachelor of Science - Physics - Astrophysics

• Describe natural phenomena in general and in their chosen program option using principles of physics.
• Set up laboratory experiments and collect data from observations and experiments.
• Combine insights and techniques from the various courses in the program (integrate knowledge).
• Derive quantitative predictions from a model through mathematical analysis.
• Analyze data, provide error analysis, and test a model or hypothesis by comparing with data.
• Competently use computer tools, including software programs for data analysis and presentation, numerical analysis and computer simulations.
• Convey physical concepts with mathematical expressions (quantitative literacy).
• Clearly communicate physical concepts, findings and interpretations through oral presentations (oral communication).
• Write clear, organized and illustrated technical reports with proper references to previous work in the area (written communication).
• Search for and read scientific literature (information literacy).
• Make unbiased and objective judgments of theories and experiments.
• Maintain integrity in their research and adhere to ethical principles regarding plagiarism, data collection and selective data sampling.

Note: This is a STEM program offered by California State University, Northridge.