Title :
Using Computational Methods to Reinvigorate an Undergraduate Physics Curriculum
Author :
Taylor, Jaime R. ; King, B.A.
Author_Institution :
Austin Peay State Univ., TX
Abstract :
Austin Peay State University´s Department of Physics and Astronomy has reinvigorated its physics program by adding a required computational methods class and small computational components to classes across its curriculum. A front-to-back problem management approach has required a change in the way the department assesses students´ performance
Keywords :
computer aided instruction; physics computing; physics education; computational methods; front-to-back problem management; physics program; undergraduate physics curriculum; Astronomy; Bridges; Computer industry; Educational institutions; Engineering profession; Mathematics; Military computing; Nuclear and plasma sciences; Physics computing; Proteins; computational physics; physics education;
Journal_Title :
Computing in Science & Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/MCSE.2006.100