Program Outcome

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OUTCOME 1 - Students will demonstrate the acquisition of discipline-specific knowledge in physics

  • Objective 1: Students will be able to memorize and cite central physics concepts.

  • Objective 2: Students will be able to explain central physics concepts and show an understanding of the context in which they are relevant.

OUTCOME 2 - Students will demonstrate the ability to connect physics concepts with concepts from other disciplines.

  • Objective 1: Students will identify and apply central concepts in their chosen track of Biophysics.

  • Objective 2: Students will apply mathematics, biology and/or chemistry, and computer skills to theoretical or experimental problemsin a cross-disciplinary environment.

OUTCOME 3 - Students will acquire strong physical reasoning and problem-solving skills and apply these skills to the solution of theoretical and applied problems

  • Objective 1: Students will solve problems using their knowledge and skills in physics.

  • Objective 2: Students will explain how science relates to problems of societal concern.

OUTCOME 4 - Students will become skilled in biophysics experimental methods and use various scientifical technologies

  • Objective 1: Students will learn to collect, analyze, and explain data from biophysics experiments.

  • Objective 2: Students will design and carry out simple experiments.

  • Objective 3: Students will be able to connect science and technology to real-world problems.

  • Objective 4: Students will understand the interrelations between theory and observation; the role of systematic and random experimental errors and methods used to analyze experimental uncertainty and compare experiments with theory.

OUTCOME 5 - Students will communicate biophysics concepts effectively both orally and in writing

  • Objective 1: Students will write technical reports on projects.

  • Objective 2: Students will explain their research work according to academic and industry standards.

OUTCOME 6 - Students will demonstrate the ability to read and comprehend scientific literature

  • Objective 1: Students will demonstrate an ability to read and comprehend primary literature in at least one field of physics through successful discussion/debate and presentation of concepts in the chosen field according to academic and industry standards.

  • Objective 2: Students will learn how to conduct literature reviews and use the library database to find relevant information.

  • Objective 3: Students will demonstrate the ability to critically read and analyze their own work and the scientific literature and understand its impact on healthcare and society.

OUTCOME 7 - Students will use offered resourcesto pursue higher education or training (biophysics, professional studies, workforce) and engage as good citizens in a diverse community.

  • Objective 1: Students will be securing enrollment in graduate studiesin physics/professionalstudies.

  • Objective 2: Students will develop well-rounded, competitive applicants’ packets for application in the medical and health science fields.

  • Objective 3: Students will demonstrate workforce readiness(job applications and work performance and skills). For example, biophysicist has a career in instrumentation and devices, biomedical engineering, academic and clinical research, healthcare, etc.

  • Objective 4: Students will identify issues of diversity and equity in scholarly circles and the workforce and will understand tools and actions which can mediate these challengesin their professional careers and environments.

OUTCOME 8 - Students will understand the application of physical techniques to biological systems and their application to diverse professional fields

  • Objective 1: Students will identify the biological, chemical, and physical properties of organisms on a molecular and cellular level

  • Objective 2: Students will solve problems involving the physics of biological materials.

  • Objective 3: Students will demonstrate a conceptual understanding of connections between physics and biology.

  • Objective 4: Students will successfully complete a research project in the field of biophysics.

  • Objective 5: Students will study diverse STEM fields and know the basic application of their major biological systems tools.

  • Objective 6: Students will demonstrate a knowledge base and skill set compatible with success in health professional programs.