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Astronomy B.S./B.A. Learning Outcomes · Outcome 1: Conceptual
and analytical understanding of the four major areas of physics:
Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Quantum Mechanics, and
Statistical Physics · Outcome 2: Understanding of scientific
reasoning, i.e., the roles of theory, hypothesis, and experiment
in the scientific method. · Outcome 3: Demonstration of a
working knowledge of laboratory & programming skills as they
relate to gathering data and comparing data to the predictions
of theoretical models. · Outcome 4: Ability to clearly
communicate the results of scientific analysis in written and
oral Ph.D. Learning Outcomes · Outcome 1: Mastery of the four
major areas of physics (Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism,
Quantum Mechanics, and Statistical Physics) at the undergraduate
level, and understanding of their chosen specialty
(astronomy/condensed matter physics) at the graduate level. ·
Outcome 2: Capable of using advanced scientific experim