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PHIL 473 - Senior Thesis and Seminar
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: Senior standing and major in philosophy.Seminar in which each major prepares and presents a senior thesis or prepares a chapter of an honors thesis.Staff.
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PHIL 493 - Honors Thesis
Credits: 3-3
When Offered: Fall-Winter
Prerequisites: Honors candidacy and senior standing.Honors Thesis.
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PE XXX - PE Graduation Requirement Complete
Credits: 1
Administrative designation of the completition of the Physical Education requirement for graduation. Credit is awarded upon completion of all required 100- or 200-level PE skills courses.
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PE 101 - Fundamental Swimming
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
Students who are classified “non-swimmers” based on the proficiency test must register for this course.Staff.
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PE 102 - Therapeutic Exercise
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring: arranged
Prerequisite: Permission of the head trainer.A specialized course employing physical rehabilitation techniques. Students with an acute physical impairment are assigned through consultation with the University physician in lieu of other physical education courses. May be repeated once for degree credit.Staff.
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PE 111 - Aerobic Swimming
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
Prerequisite: Students must have passed the swimming proficiency test or completed PE 101.A course designed to improve stroke technique and endurance.Staff.
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PE 120 - Self-Defense
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall (1st six weeks, 2nd six weeks) Winter (1st six weeks, 2nd six weeks) Spring
Women only. Limited enrollment.A presentation of an aggression-defense system.Security staff.
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PE 125 - Fitness Fundamentals
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter, Spring
A course designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles, knowledge and skills of basic physical fitness and nutrition.Staff.
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PE 126 - Yoga
FDR: FP, GE7
Credits: 0
When Offered: Fall, Winter
The practice of yoga enhances balance, improves flexibility and builds core strength. This class offers a full mind-body workout that improves health, athletic performance, and mental acuity in people of all fitness levels.Orrison.
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PE 148 - Team Handball
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter, Spring
Team HandballStaff.
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PE 151 - Golf
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall (1st six weeks), Winter (2nd six weeks), Spring
(Additional special fees and must provide own transportation.)Staff.
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PE 154 - Aerobic Running
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall (1st six weeks), Winter (2nd six weeks), Spring
Aerobic RunningStaff.
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PE 155 - Weight Training
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
Weight TrainingStaff.
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PE 156 - Soccer
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall (1st six weeks), Winter (Indoor), Spring
SoccerStaff.
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PE 158 - Tennis
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall: Beginning (1st six weeks), Intermediate (1st six weeks); Spring: Beginning, Intermediate
(Students may take this course only once regardless of level.)Staff.
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PE 159 - Badminton
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
BadmintonStaff.
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PE 160 - Volleyball
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter (Indoor), Spring (Outdoor)
VolleyballStaff.
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PE 162 - Racquetball
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
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PE 165 - Basketball
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter, Spring
BasketballStaff.
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PE 166 - Squash
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
SquashStaff.
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PE 167 - Snow Skiing/ Snowboarding
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter: arranged (1st class meeting mandatory, 2nd day of term)
(Additional special fees and must provide own transportation.)Staff: The Homestead.
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PE 168 - Ice Skating
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter: arranged (1st class meeting mandatory, 3rd day of term)
(Additional special fees and must provide own transportation.)Staff: The Homestead.
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PE 169 - Aerobics
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
An overview of alternative styles of aerobic exercise.Staff.
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PE 170 - Horsemanship
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Spring: arranged (1st class meeting mandatory, 1st day of term; must have one weekday afternoon free)
(Additional special fees and must provide own transportation.)Staff: Virginia Mountain Outfitters.
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PE 171 - Softball
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Spring
SoftballStaff.
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PE 174 - Backpacking
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Spring (All class meetings mandatory; must have Thursday afternoon free)
BackpackingStaff: Outing Club.
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PE 175 - Canoeing
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Spring (All class meetings mandatory; must have either a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday afternoon free)
Prerequisite: Pass swimming proficiency test.(Additional special fees and provide own transportation.)Staff:
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PE 176 - Mountain Biking
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Spring (All class meetings mandatory; must have Monday afternoon free)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Mountain BikingStaff.
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PE 177 - Dance Conditioning
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
(Additional special fees) Course work combines the study of modern and ethnic dance techniques, jazz, ballet, and improvisation with the somatic principles of Alexander Technique, Developmental Technique, and Bartenieff Fundamentals to provide a comprehensive training regimen for the development of physical endurance, strength, flexibility, and coordination. Classes include a 30?minute aerobic dance sequence of original choreography followed by an additional 30 minutes of Pilates?based mat exercises, yoga, and other innovative training methods. Participants receive training in applied imagery skills for dynamic alignment, active?isolated stretching, stress relieving, relaxation techniques, and experiential anatomy.Staff.
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PE 178 - Ballet
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
(Additional special fees)Staff.
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PE 179 - Modern Dance
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
(Additional special fees)Staff.
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PE 180 - Wilderness Leadership
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: PE 174 or equivalent experience.Wilderness LeadershipStaff: Outing Club.
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PE 195 - Outdoor Activities
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall (1st six weeks), Winter (2nd six weeks), Spring Offered when departmental and Outing Club resources permit.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.May be repeated for a maximum three activities with permission and if the activities are different. Activities may include caving, climbing, fly-fishing, kayaking, orienteering, ropes course facilitation, and SCUBA.Staff: Outing Club. (Additional fees for fly-fishing.)
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PE 200 - Intercollegiate Cross Country
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 154 prior to PE 200 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Fall
Intercollegiate Cross CountryTucker. (Men) K. Hoey. (Women)
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PE 201 - Intercollegiate Football
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall
Intercollegiate FootballMiriello.
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PE 202 - Intercollegiate Soccer
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 156 prior to PE 202 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Fall
Intercollegiate SoccerPiranian. (Men) Cunningham. (Women)
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PE 203 - Intercollegiate Basketball
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 165 prior to PE 203 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (1st six weeks)
Intercollegiate BasketballHutchinson. (Men) King. (Women)
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PE 204 - Intercollegiate Field Hockey
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Fall
Intercollegiate Field HockeyOrrison.
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PE 205 - Intercollegiate Swimming
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take either PE 101 or PE 111 prior to PE 205 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (1st six weeks)
Intercollegiate SwimmingGardner. (Women), Shinofield. (Men)
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PE 207 - Intercollegiate Wrestling
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter (1st six weeks)
Intercollegiate WrestlingFranke.
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PE 208 - Intercollegiate Baseball
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 171 prior to PE 208 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (2nd six weeks)
Intercollegiate BaseballStickley.
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PE 209 - Intercollegiate Golf
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 151 prior to PE 209 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (2nd six weeks)
Intercollegiate GolfColliton.
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PE 210 - Intercollegiate Lacrosse
FDR: FP, GE7
When Offered: Winter (2nd six weeks)
Intercollegiate LacrosseDiamond. (Women), McCabe. (Men)
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PE 211 - Intercollegiate Tennis
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 158 prior to PE 211 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (2nd six weeks)
Intercollegiate TennisDetwiler. (Men), Ishida. (Women)
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PE 212 - Intercollegiate Track and Field
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 154 prior to PE 212 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (1st six weeks)
Intercollegiate Track and FieldN. Hoey.
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PE 214 - Intercollegiate Volleyball
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 160 prior to PE 214 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Fall
Intercollegiate VolleyballSnyder.
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PE 215 - Intercollegiate Riding
FDR: FP, GE7: Students may take PE 170 prior to PE 215 for a maximum of two terms toward the PE skills requirement.
When Offered: Winter (2nd six weeks)
Intercollegiate RidingReistrup.
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PE 301 - Philosophy and Techniques of Coaching
Credits: 2
When Offered: Fall, Winter
A comprehensive study of principles, philosophy, and techniques of coaching.Cunningham.
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PE 302 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Credits: 2
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fundamentals of human anatomy, kinesiology, and physiology of exercise are studied. Prevention, care, and rehabilitation of injury techniques are analyzed. Discussion and instruction employing the modalities of hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, thermotherapy, and cryotherapy are presented. Therapeutic exercise procedures are demonstrated and related to the overall program of athletic training.Staff.
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PE 304 - First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Credits: 2
When Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
A course designed to provide fundamental principles, knowledge, and skills in First Aid and CPR, leading to American Red Cross certification in Standard First Aid and Community CPR. (First class meeting mandatory.)Staff.
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PE 312 - Lifeguard Training
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Must be able to swim 500 yards, freestyle and breaststroke.A course designed to provide the fundamental principles and skills of lifeguarding, leading to American Red Cross certification.Shinofield. Wintershe
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PE 313 - Water Safety Instructors’ Course
Credits: 2
When Offered: Spring
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.A course designed to train and certify individuals to teach all levels of American Red Cross water safety courses. This course does not lead to certification in Lifeguard Training.Shinofield.
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PE 325 - Women’s Health: Food, Fitness, and Fertility
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring
This course focuses on women’s health and alternative ways health can be achieved. Students gain knowledge and tools necessary to prepare them for a lifetime of health and wellness, including examinations of political, social, and medical pressures which may influence a woman’s ability to “be well.” Varied definitions of wellness are examined. Students establish fitness goals and develop and implement servicelearning projects throughout the term to improve their personal fitness levels and to improve an organization that affects the community’s health. Literature and research are examined on typical American eating habits; food, nutrition, supplements; and making healthy choices. Students’ concerns and interest help determine an exploration of fertility and sexual health, including such issues as infertility, home birth, birth control, sexually transmitted infections, and sexual and nonsexual relationships. Local experts, including health professionals not typically consulted, serve as guest lecturers throughout the term.Orrison.
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PHYS 100 - Computing in Physics and Engineering
(ENGN 100)
Credits: 1
When Offered: Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.
Pass/Fail only.Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.An introduction to the use of computing tools essential to degree work in physics and engineering. Students are instructed in the use of microcomputers, the university network, word processing, spreadsheets, computer algebra packages, and advanced symbolic mathematics tools.Staff.
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PHYS 111 - General Physics I
FDR: SL, GEa: PHYS 113 is a corequisite for students seeking laboratory science credits.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 101 or equivalent.An introduction to classical mechanics and thermodynamics. Topics include Newton’s laws, wave motion, and the laws of thermodynamics. Under most circumstances, this course should be taken simultaneously with Physics 113.Staff.
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PHYS 112 - General Physics II
FDR: SL, GEa: PHYS 114 is a corequisite for students seeking laboratory science credits.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisite: PHYS 111.A continuation of PHYS 111. Topics include electricity and magnetism, optics, relativrelativity, and quantum theory. Under most circumstances, this course should be taken simultaneously with PHYS 114.Staff.
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PHYS 113 - General Physics Laboratory I
FDR: SL, GEa: see note above in PHYS 111.
Credits: 1
When Offered: Fall
Corequisite: PHYS 111. A laboratory course to accompany PHYS 111.Laboratory exercises in classical mechanics.Staff.
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PHYS 114 - General Physics Laboratory II
FDR: SL, GEa: see note above in PHYS 112.
Credits: 1
When Offered: Winter
Corequisite: PHYS 112. A laboratory course to accompany PHYS 112.Laboratory exercises in electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics.Staff.
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PHYS 115 - Apples and Anti-Apples: Physics for the Non-Scientist
FDR: SC, GE5c
Credits: 3
When Offered: Offered when interest Is expressed and departmental resources permit.
A conceptual overview of the fundamental ideas of modern physics. This non-laboratory course presents the essential concepts and philosophical and ethical aspects of the most important developments in modern physics, such as quantum mechanics, relativity, particle physics and statistical physics. Discusses the impact of these concepts on our continuous efforts to understand the universe. Algebra and geometry are used, but no calculus.I. Mazilu.
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PHYS 120 - Dreams of a Final Theory: The Quest for Unification in Physics
FDR: SC, GE5c
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring 2011
This course presents the quest for unification in physics from a scientific, historical, and philosophical perspective. The course introduces students to the evolution of physical theories from the ancient Greek philosophers to the modern concepts of Einstein’s special and general theory of relativity, black holes, the standard model in particle physics, as well as the controversial string theory.Mazilu, D.
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PHYS 133 - Introduction to Radio Astronomy
FDR: SL, GE5a
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring, 2010
This course provides a unique opportunity for each student to both learn the principles of radio astronomy and to become fully engaged in the design, construction, and use of a small radio telescope. This project-based course involves students collaboratively in basic electronic circuitry, celestial coordinates, and the acquisition of radio-telescope data. Each student group designs, builds, and acquires data from a small radio telescope to be used on campus. Formal lectures are supplemented by various laboratory experiences. Students write journals and group reports, and become involved in peer-reviewed group presentations. Laboratory course.Boller.
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PHYS 150 - The Immense Journey: Harmonices Mundi
FDR: SL, GE5a
Credits: 4
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.The classical astronomy of the solar system is traced by a study of Greek astronomy and the revolutionary ideas of Kepler and Newton. The apparent and real motions of the earth, moon, and planets are studied in detail, as well as special phenomena such as eclipses, tides, and objects such as comets and asteroids. Emphasis is on comprehension and application of principles rather than memorization of facts. The laboratory stresses the observational aspects of astronomy. Elementary geometry, algebra, and trigonometry are used in the course. Laboratory course.Boller.
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PHYS 151 - Stellar Evolution and Cosmology
FDR: SL, GE5a
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring, 2010
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.An introduction to the physics and astronomy of stellar systems and the universe. Stellar evolution, the special and general theories of relativity and cosmology are studied. An assessment is made of the probabilities for life elsewhere in the universe. The feasibility of communication over interstellar distances also is investigated. Emphasis is on comprehension and application of principles rather than memorization of facts. The laboratory stresses the observational aspects of astronomy. Elementary geometry, algebra, and trigonometry are used in the course. Laboratory course.Sukow.
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PHYS 202 - Relativity
Credits: 3
When Offered: Offered when interest Is expressed and departmental resources permit.
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 and 113.An examination of the special theory of relativity. Emphasis is placed on kinematic effects of the theory, conservation of momentum, conservation of energy, and electromagnetic implications of the theory. A brief introduction to general relativity is entertained.D. Mazilu.
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PHYS 207 - Electrical Circuits
(ENGN 207):
Credits: 4
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: PHYS/ENGN 225.A detailed study of electrical circuits and the methods used in their analysis. Basic circuit components, as well as devices such as operational amplifiers, are investigated. The laboratory acquaints the student both with fundamental electronic diagnostic equipment and with the design and behavior of useful circuits. Laboratory course.Sukow.
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PHYS 208 - Electronics
(ENGN 208):
Credits: 4
When Offered: Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.
Prerequisite: PHYS/ENGN 207.An introduction to basic analog and digital electronics. Topics may include diodes, transistors, logic gates, flip-flops, counters and timers, and phase-locked loops. The integrated laboratory component of this course acquaints the student with the design of basic analog and digital circuits, and with the diagnostic techniques used to study these circuits. Laboratory course.Staff.
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PHYS 210 - Modern Physics
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: PHYS 112.An introduction to the physics of the atom, including the wave description of matter and quantum mechanics, and the experiments that led to the theory. Selected topics from atomic, molecular, nuclear, statistical, and solid state physics are discussed; the choice of topics may vary from year to year.Sukow.
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PHYS 211 - Experiments in Modern Physics
Credits: 1
When Offered: Fall
Corequisite: PHYS 210.Some classic experiments of the 20th century are performed, including measurements of the charge-to-mass ratio of the electron, Planck’s constant, and atomic spectra, as well as recent experiments in other areas of modern physics.Staff.
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PHYS 215 - Optics
Credits: 4
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: PHYS 225 (ENGN 225).A study of the properties of electromagnetic waves with special emphasis on visible light. Wave descriptions are developed for scattering, reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction, and polarization. Topics in geometrical optics are also studied, including lenses and aberration theory. Laboratory course.Sukow.
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PHYS 220 - Electricity and Magnetism
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: PHYS 112 and 114; Prerequisite or corequisite: PHYS 225 (ENGN 225).An introduction to the classical theory of electric and magnetic fields. The basic equations of electromagnetism (Maxwell’s equations) are developed through a study of electrostatics, steady-state magnetism, and electromagnetic induction.D. Mazilu.
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PHYS 225 - Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering
(ENGN 225)
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: PHYS 112, MATH 221.Study of a collection of mathematical techniques particularly useful in pper-level courses in physics and engineering: vector differential operators such as gradient, divergence, and curl; functions of complex variables; Fourier analysis; orthogonal functions; matrix algebra and the matrix eigenvalue problem.I. Mazilu.
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PHYS 230 - Newtonian Mechanics
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 and 113.A thorough study of Newton’s laws of motion, rigid body motion, and accelerated reference frames. A student may not receive degree credit for both ENGN 204 and PHYS 230.Boller.
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PHYS 240 - Thermodynamics
(ENGN 240)
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: PHYS 112 and MATH 221.A study of the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, thermodynamic properties of matter, and applications to engineering processes.Van Ness.
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PHYS 251 - Experimental Methods in Physics and Engineering
(ENGN 251)
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: PHYS 112 or permission of the instructor.An introduction to the design and implementation of experimental methods. Execution of the methods focuses on current data acquisition techniques, along with a study of standard data reduction and analysis. Results are examined in order to review the experimental method employed and to redesign the method for future experiments. This course is intended for any science major interested in performing experimental research on campus or in graduate school.Kuehner.
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PHYS 255 - C++ for Engineering and Physics
(ENGN 255)
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring, 2010
Prerequisite: PHYS 112.An introduction to the C++ programming language, with applications characteristic of computation-intensive work in engineering and physics. Numerical integration, difference approximations to differential equations, stochastic methods, graphical presentation, and nonlinear dynamics are among the topics covered. Students need no previous programming experience.Williams.
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PHYS 260 - Materials Science
(ENGN 260)
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisite: PHYS 112.An introduction to solid state materials. Study of the relation between microstructure and corresponding physical properties for metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites.Van Ness.
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PHYS 270 - The Physics of Complex Systems
FDR: SC
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring 2011
Prerequisite: PHYS 112.This is an interdisciplinary introduction to the innovative field of modeling and analysis of complex systems. Using statistical physics methods and computer simulations, students study a variety of complex systems such as social and biological networks, voting models, the spread of a fire in a forest, traffic jams, and financial models. The goal is to seek the underlying laws that govern such seemingly diverse systems and to understand the connection between various science fields. This course include traditional lectures, as well as computational labs, group presentations, and seminars given by invited speakers.Mazilu, I.
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PHYS 315 - Nuclear Physics
Credits: 3
When Offered: Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.
Prerequisites: PHYS 210 and MATH 221.Topics include radioactivity, nuclear reactions, high-energy physics, and elementary particles.Staff.
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PHYS 340 - Quantum Mechanics
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisite: PHYS 210; Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 332.The postulates on which quantum theory is based are introduced and illustrated through a series of examples, including photon polarization states (Mach- Zehnder interferometer); one-dimensional bound state (square well and harmonic oscillator) and scattering examples, (tunneling, resonant transmission) in the Schroedinger approach; and spin one-half systems (Bell inequality.)Williams.
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PHYS 345 - Statistical Physics
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: PHYS 340.A study of the statistical methods used in various branches of physics. The Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein distribution functions are derived and applied to problems in thermodynamics and the physics of solids.I. Mazilu.
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PHYS 361 - Polymer Science and Engineering
(ENGN 361)
Credits: 4
When Offered: Spring 2011
Prerequisite: PHYS/ENGN 240 or CHEM 261 or permission of the instructor.Science and engineering of large molecules. Physical and chemical structure of polymers correlated with mechanical properties. Crystal morphology. Theory of rubber elasticity. Time and temperature dependent properties of polymers. Relevance to polymer physics and chemical and mechanical engineering.Van Ness.
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PHYS 401 - Directed Individual Study
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Advanced work and reading in topics selected by the instructor to fit special needs of advanced students. This course may be repeated with permission for a total of six credits.
Topic for Winter, 2010:
ENGN/PHYS 401: Electronics Laboratory (1). Corequisite: PHYS/ENGN 208. Students learn techniques emphasizing the design, construction, and analysis of practical analog and digital circuits such as: wave-shaping diode circuits; oscillators; A/D and D/A converters; comparators; constant-current and voltage sources; Schmitt triggers; transistor audio and differential amplifiers; Boolean logic (AND/NOT/OR); and digital memories (flip-flops and latches). EricksonStaff.
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PHYS 402 - Directed Individual Study
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Advanced work and reading in topics selected by the instructor to fit special needs of advanced students. This course may be repeated with permission for a total of six credits.Staff.
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PHYS 403 - Directed Individual Study
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Advanced work and reading in topics selected by the instructor to fit special needs of advanced students. This course may be repeated with permission for a total of six credits.Staff.
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PHYS 421 - Directed Individual Research
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Directed research in physics. May be repeated for degree credit with permission of the instructor.Staff.
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PHYS 422 - Directed Individual Research
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Directed research in physics. May be repeated for degree credit with permission of the instructor.Staff.
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PHYS 423 - Directed Individual Research
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.Directed research in physics. May be repeated for degree credit with permission of the instructor.Staff.
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PHYS 493 - Honors Thesis
Credits: 3-3
When Offered: Fall-Winter
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POL 100 - American National Government
FDR: SS2, GE6b
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall, Winter
A study of the constitutional origins and historical development of the national government with special attention to Congress, the presidency, the judiciary, and the role of political parties, interest groups, and the media in the policy process.Staff.
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POL 105 - Introduction to Global Politics
FDR: SS2, GE6b
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall, Winter
A survey of the comparative study of national and international politics and the interaction between the two. Topics may include power relations among and within states, changes in the conduct of international affairs and conflict resolution, contrasting ideas about democracy, economic development, justice, globalization, terrorism, causes and alternatives to war, social movements and the role of the nation-state. Students may not receive credit for POL 105 if they have already taken POL 101 or 104 from a previous catalog.Staff.
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POL 111 - Introduction to Political Philosophy
FDR: SS2, GE6b
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall, Winter
An introduction to some of the perennial themes of politics, such as the relationship between human nature and political institutions, individual freedom and community, private conscience and civic virtue, the claims of reason and faith, the nature of law, obligation, and rights, among others. Our inquiry is guided by selections from influential works in the history of political thought, ancient, modern and contemporary, as well as plays, dialogues, comedies, tragedies, novels, and films. Consult with instructor for specific reading assignments and course requirements.Staff.
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POL 180 - FS: First-Year Seminar
Credits: 3-4
When Offered: Each first-year seminar topic is approved by the Dean of The College and The Committee on Courses and Degrees. Applicability to FDRs and other requirements varies.
Prerequisite: First-year standing.Offered Spring, 2010:
POL 180: FS:Lying, Cheating and Stealing: Political Scandals in American Politics (4). Prerequisite: First-year standing. First-year Seminar. This first-year seminar explores some of the major American political scandals in the 20th century including Teapot Dome, Watergate, and the impeachment of President Clinton. The events surrounding these scandals inform broader discussions of the limits of presidential power, the standards for removal from office, the appropriate boundaries between public and private lives, the rise of partisanship, and the role of the media in modern American politics. (SS2) Strong.
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POL 203 - State and Local Government
FDR: SS2, GE6b
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to the structures and functions of United States subnational governments, with particular emphasis on the policy-making process and on the relationships between policy makers and the public. Computer-assisted analysis of survey-research data is included.Richardson.
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POL 214 - The Conduct of American Foreign Policy
FDR: SS2, GE6b
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: POL 100 or 105.Constitutional basis, role of the President and the Congress, the State Department and the Foreign Service, role of public opinion, political parties, and pressure groups. Relation to other political areas and to the United Nations and other international agencies.Strong.
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POL 215 - International Development
FDR: SS2, GE6b
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
A study of international development and human capability, with a focus on Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The course analyzes theories to explain development successes and failures, with a focus on the structures, institutions, and actors that shape human societies and social change. Key questions include measuring economic growth and poverty, discussing the roles of states and markets in development, and examining the role of industrialized countries in reducing global poverty. The course explores links between politics and other social sciences and humanities.Dickovick.
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POL 221 - The British Political System
FDR: SS2
Credits: 3
When Offered: Not offered in 2009-2010
Prerequisite: POL 105.A study of British constitutional development and the present government. Analysis of the processes, institutions, and values of the British political system in comparison with other political models.Staff.
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POL 227 - East Asian Politics
FDR: SS2
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall 2010 and alternate years
An investigation of East Asian political systems and the global, historical, and cultural contexts in which their political institutions have developed. Students consider the connections between political structure and the rapid social and economic changes in East Asia since World War II, as well as the effectiveness of varied political processes in addressing contemporary problems. Emphasis is given to China, Korea, and Japan.LeBlanc.
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POL 229 - Political Parties, Interest Groups, and the Media
FDR: SS2
Credits: 3
When Offered: Winter
Prerequisite: POL 100.A study of the three central extra-constitutional mediating institutions in the American political system: political parties, interest groups, and the media. The course explores theoretical and practical, historical and contemporary developments in party politics, interest group politics, and media politics. Special attention to the debate between the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists.Connelly.
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POL 232 - Public Policy
FDR: SS2
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: POL 100.Introduction to public policy formation and implementation, decision making in government, the concepts and techniques of policy analysis, and ethical analysis of policy. Policy issues such as education, the environment, and public health are used as illustrations.Harris.
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POL 234 - Congress and the Legislative Process
FDR: SS2
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall or Winter
Prerequisite: POL 100.A review of the constitutional origins and historical development of Congress as a representative and deliberative institution. Course focus includes the relation between the President and Congress, bicameralism, congressional elections, congressional eform, legislative rules and procedures, and the policy process. The course follows the current Congress using C-SPAN and Congressional Quarterly Weekly Report.Connelly.
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