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MUS 158 - Woodwind Ensemble Credits: 1
Group is comprised of woodwind instrumentalists who perform in concert on campus and throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
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MUS 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.
Category: Cat B - Humanities
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MUS 212 - Music Theory I Credits: 3
A first course for the student who wishes to increase knowledge of the elements of music: melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, and form. Designed to give students basic skills in the use of these elements through written and aural exercises, sight-singing, keyboard musicianship, analysis of short works, and simple composition.
Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
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MUS 227 - Opera and Music Theatre Credits: 3
Explores major points in the development of music drama from grand opera to musical comedy. When scheduling permits, class will attend a live production of an opera or musical comedy, either on campus or in a nearby city.
Category: Cat B - Humanities
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MUS 260 - Voice Class, Level I Credits: 3
Studies the human voice in artistic singing, with practical application of the basic principles needed to prepare and perform: an understanding of the anatomy of the voice, proper breath support, tone quality, diction, and interpretation of solo vocal music of varied styles. Students identify and begin to develop a repertoire suitable for their voice types while they apply this knowledge of the fundamental principles through singing experiences in class. Music of the art song, folk and musical theater repertories emphasized, along with general care of the voice in all styles of singing.
Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
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MUS 261 - World Music Credits: 3
Develops an understanding of music in the culture of selected countries. A wide range of videos and recordings assist in the analysis of musical styles, forms, and practices.
Category: Cat B - Humanities
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MUS 270 - Brass Instrument Class Credits: 3
Opportunity for guided practice and study of the performance characteristics of the five brass instruments. Emphasizes perfecting performance skills while gaining some repertoire as appropriate to serve university and community music organizations. Examines various instruction books, teaching methods, and diagnostic techniques.
Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
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MUS 272 - Strings Class Credits: 3
An opportunity for guided practice and study of the performance characteristics of the four string instruments. Each student will study only one instrument during the semester and will observe students who play the others. Emphasizes perfecting performance skills while gaining some repertoire as appropriate to serve university and community music organizations. Students will examine various instruction books, teaching methods, and diagnostic techniques.
Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
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MUS 312 - Music Theory II Credits: 3
Builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in Music Theory I. Includes work in advanced harmony, form and analysis and beginning counterpoint through aural and written exercises, composition, and analysis of larger works.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 212
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MUS 315 - Music in the United States Credits: 3
Presents major genres of American music from the colonial period to present. Presents a balanced perspective of the origins, culture and the development of American music. Unique American contributions such as minstrel music, Tin Pan Alley, musical theater, ragtime, blues, jazz, country, rock and art music are presented along with the music of Billings, Gottschalk, MacDowell, Ives, Copland, Bernstein, and others.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 121 or permission of instructor.
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MUS 320 - Masterpieces of Music Credits: 3
Masterpieces of Music introduces students to the great music that have been composed throughout the centuries. Using selected works from each period as examples, compositional trends can be examined by observing similarities and differences in compositional techniques, which occur from era to era.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 121 and MUS 212
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MUS 340 - Class Piano, Level II Credits: 3
Builds upon skills developed in Class Piano I. Emphasizes more advanced solo and ensemble performance and advance skills in sight reading, harmonization (through an increased harmonic vocabulary), transposition, improvisation, and accompaniment.
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MUS 380 - Basic Conducting Credits: 3
Presents fundamental procedures of directing vocal and instrumental ensembles. Includes studies in score reading and audiation, meter and beat patterns, tempo and mood as they all relate to conducting gestures.
Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
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MUS 393 - Selected Topics in Music Credits: 1-3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular offerings.
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MUS 399 - Selected Topics in Music/Theater Arts Credits: 3
Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.
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MUS 490 - Selected Topics in Music Credits: 1-3
Provides the opportunity for the department to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.
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Philosophy |
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PHL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3
Acquaints student with range of subject matter and some of the methods employed in philosophy. Some basic questions concerning the nature of reality, knowledge, and morality are raised and alternative answers philosophers have given are analyzed and evaluated.
Category: Cat A - Logic and Numbers
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PHL 102 - Critical Thinking Credits: 3
Course in informal logic aimed at developing the ability to analyze and evaluate short argumentative passages as well as entire articles. Arguments are found in a wide range of contexts while the articles are those typically appearing in philosophical periodicals and anthologies.
Category: Cat A - Logic and Numbers
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PHL 105 - Ethical Theories and Problems Credits: 3
Examines and assesses theories of right and wrong, good and bad; and attempts to apply such theories to some contemporary moral issues. Overall aims at developing the ability to formulate, analyze, and evaluate moral arguments and to work out a consistent reasoned moral personal viewpoint.
Category: Cat A - Logic and Numbers
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PHL 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.
Category: Cat A - Logic and Numbers
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PHL 230 - The Ethics of War and Terrorism Credits: 3
Examines some basic ethical concepts and the natures of war and terrorism. The concepts are applied to some cases or examples of wars and terrorism. The course investigates whether there can be such a thing as an ethical war or act of terrorism.
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PHL 240 - Ethical Issues and the Media Credits: 3
This course examines several approaches to ethics and applies them to some issues connected to the media (newspapers, magazines, television, radio, movies, and the internet) and society. Some of the specific issues investigated relate to truth, objectivity, advertising, privacy, and public relations. The main course objectives are developing the student’s ability to understand and morally evaluate media cases and working out a consistent, reasoned moral viewpoint related to the media.
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PHL 248 - History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy Credits: 3
Examines the important philosophical themes up to approximately 1500. Among the philosophers examined are Parmenides, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Augustine, and Anselm. Goal is to appreciate the historical environment of these philosophers and to understand how their radically different world views relate to their environments.
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PHL 249 - History of Modern Philosophy Credits: 3
Examines important philosophical themes since approximately 1500. Among the philosophers studied are Descartes, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, and Kant. Focus on how philosophical skepticism, humanism, idealism, empiricism, and rationalism affected, and were effects of, the prevailing political, religious, and scientific elements of the times.
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PHL 285 - Philosophy of Science Credits: 3
Careful examination of concepts and methods used in the sciences with a view to their proper place in the structure of human knowledge. Examination encompasses both the rapidly developing fields of behavioral sciences and the more established physical sciences.
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PHL 295 - Comparative Religions Credits: 3
Considers the great religions of the world and their relationship to the cultures and civilizations of which they are a part, including a look at their position in the contemporary world. Study is made of the philosophy, theology, and ethical systems of these great faiths and of the lives of the great leaders and scholars of these religions. Investigates the literature they have produced.
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PHL 301 - Formal Logic Credits: 3
Deals with the study of argumentation and presenting of evidence by means of formal deductive systems such as propositional logic and predicate logic. Application of formal methods is supplemented by the study of philosophical problems about their effectiveness and limitations.
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PHL 332 - Ethical Issues and Computer Technology Credits: 3
Studies some of the approaches to ethics and their application to individual decisions and questions of social policy related to computer technology. Some specific issues discussed are professional ethics, property rights, privacy, and the social implications of computer technology.
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PHL 336 - Concepts in Buddhism Credits: 3
Investigates the religion of Buddhism and some of its essential concepts. History, development, nature, and contemporary relevance of these essential concepts are examined. Concepts are considered from the perspective of the different forms of Buddhism, such as Zen, Theravada, and Mahayana. Included are avidya (spiritual ignorance), anatta (no-self), anicca (impermanence), dukkha (suffering), and nirvana (extinction, enlightenment).
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PHL 337 - Existentialism Credits: 3
Aims to understand and appreciate contemporary expressions of existentialism. Examines historical sources of this world view, including Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, and Husserl. Within this framework, the richly rewarding works of Sartre and others can be developed meaningfully. Given the nontraditional tone of existentialism, looks beyond theoretical writings to the existential fiction of Kafka, de Maupassant, de Beauvoir, Hemingway, and Camus.
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PHL 340 - Contemporary Ethics Credits: 3
Examines and assesses some recent approaches to ethics, including ethical theories and anti-theoretical viewpoints. Investigation of relation between recent ethical discourse and some contemporary moral issues included.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 105 or permission of instructor.
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PHL 391 - Selected Topics in Philosophy Credits: 3
Provides the opportunity for the department to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
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PHL 393 - Selected Topics in Philosophy Credits: 1-3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
Prerequisite(s): Vary depending on topic.
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PHL 394 - Selected Topics in Philosophy Credits: 3
Provides the opportunity for the department to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
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PHL 399 - Independent Study in Philosophy Credits: 3
Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.
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PHL 490 - Selected Topics in Philosophy Credits: 1-3
Provides the opportunity for the department to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.
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Physics |
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PHY 107 - 1st Year Seminar for Physics Majors Credits: 2
Intended for 1st year physics majors. Offers an overview of major sub-fields of physics; develops some of the problem solving skills necessary to start a rigorous Physics curriculum; and encourages students to develop and refine career and education goals, including researching and securing internships.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 175 (may be taken concurrently) or MAT 211 (may be taken concurrently) or MAT 212 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 108 - Astronomy Credits: 3
Introductory, non-mathematical course on astronomy and astrophysics. Main goal is to provide a qualitative but extensive survey of what is known about planets, stars, galaxies, black holes, pulsars, quasars, and the origin of the universe. Topics such as Newton’s laws of motion, gravitation, radiation spectra, and thermodynamics are discussed and treated quantitatively.
Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
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PHY 110 - Physics for Society Credits: 3
Introductory non-mathematical course about modern physics with emphasis on those topics having great influence upon our present society. Topics typically covered include space travel, Einstein’s relativity, radioactivity, nuclear energy, elementary particles of matter, solid state properties of matter, lasers, and low temperature phenomena.
Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
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PHY 121 - Introductory Physics I - Lecture Credits: 3
Introductory course in dynamics, thermodynamics, and kinetic theory. Some topics introduced are the description of motion, Newton’s laws of motion, equilibrium conditions, concept of work and energy, momentum, periodic phenomena, rotational motion, the concepts of heat and temperature, kinetic theory of gases and the behavior of real and ideal gases. Origin, characteristics, transmission, and detection of sound also studied. Strongly recommended students take concurrently PHY 123 .
Prerequisite(s): MAT 117 (may be taken concurrently) or math placement level of 3
Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
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PHY 122 - Introductory Physics II - Lecture Credits: 3
Introductory course in electricity and magnetism, optics, atomic physics and nuclear physics. Topics introduced are behavior of electric charges, the electric field, D.C. circuits resistance, capacitance, inductance, electromagnetic induction, geometric and physical optics, wave and particle analysis of light, optical spectra, X-rays, atomic structure, and radioactivity. Strongly recommended students take concurrently PHY 125 .
Prerequisite(s): PHY 121 and (MAT 117 (may be taken concurrently) or math placement level of 3)
Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
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PHY 123 - Physics I Laboratory Credits: 1
Provides an experimental approach to concepts developed in its lecture counterpart PHY 121 . Two periods/week.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 121 (may be taken concurrently) or PHY 205 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 125 - Physics II Laboratory Credits: 1
Provides an experimental approach to concepts developed in its lecture counterpart PHY 122 . Two periods/week.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 122 (may be taken concurrently) or PHY 206 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.
Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
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PHY 205 - Intermediate Physics I Credits: 3
Introductory study of the laws of mechanics governing motion of objects acted upon by forces. Beginning spent on kinematics (the study of motion in terms of position, velocity, and acceleration). Newton’s laws, which determine how forces generate motion, studied next. Remainder spent on direct applications of Newton’s laws. These include the description of motion in terms of energy, the description of collisions and a brief study of rotational dynamics. Also presents a brief introduction to some of the elementary concepts involved in theories of special and general relativity. Vectors and differential calculus used.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 211 (may be taken concurrently)
Corequisite(s): PHY 123
Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
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PHY 206 - Intermediate Physics II Credits: 3
Introduces the study of electricity and magnetism. Also provides an introduction to optics. Topics covered include: electricity: electric force, E-field, Gauss’ law, conductors, E- potential, capacitors and dielectrics; currents and circuits: resistance and Ohm’s Law, e.m.f’s, RC circuits; magnetism: magnetic force, Ampere’s Law, solenoids, Biot-Savart Law, motion in magnetic fields; electromagnetic induction: e.m.f’s, Faraday’s Law, inductance, RL circuits, AC Circuits; EM waves: Maxwell’s equations, EM waves and the EM spectrum; and optics: reflection, refraction, interference and diffraction of light.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 205 and MAT 211
Corequisite(s): PHY 125
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PHY 221 - Fundamentals of Physics I Credits: 5
An introductory study of the laws of Mechanics. Topics covered include: Kinematics; Newton’s laws; Energy: The Work-energy theorem, Potential Energy, Power, conservation of Energy; Momentum: Center of Mass, Collisions, Momentum Conservation; Rotational Dynamics; Fluids; Oscillations (Simple Harmonic Oscillator) and Waves. Four hours lecture/two hours lab/week.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 211 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 222 - Fundamentals of Physics II Credits: 5
Second course in a required series for physics majors. An introductory study of electricity and magnetism. Topics covered include: electric force, E-field, Gauss’ law, E-potential; currents and circuits, capacitors, RC circuits; magnetic fields, inductance; AC circuits; EM waves; interference and diffraction of light; geometrical optics: Snell’s law, refracting lenses, mirrors. Four hours lecture/two hours lab/week.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 211 (may be taken concurrently) and PHY 221 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 301 - Mathematical and Numerical Techniques in the Sciences Credits: 4
Introduces common mathematical and computational tools used extensively in the undergraduate physics curriculum, including: linear algebra; vector analysis; Fourier series; differential and partial differential equations and their solutions; numerical integration and solutions to ordinary and partial differential equations; and Introduction to chaos. Four hours lecture/four hours lab/week.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 221 and PHY 222 and MAT 322 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 311 - Quantum I Credits: 4
First of two courses aimed at providing students with a solid grounding in quantum mechanics. Follows a historical approach to the development of QM at the beginning of the 20th century. Topics include: Blackbody Radiation: classical and Plank’s law; waves as particles: photoelectric effect, particle nature of wave; particles as waves: electron diffraction, deBroglie’s relation; Bohr model; Schrodinger’s equation and simple potentials, including tunneling; Nuclear physics and nuclear decays; fission and fusion reaction; Overview of elementary particles. Three hours lecture/week, two hours lab/biweekly. Recommended co-requisite for physics and applied physics majors: PHY 301
Prerequisite(s): PHY 221 and PHY 222 and MAT 322 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 321 - Electricity and Magnetism I Credits: 4
First of two courses aimed at providing a solid grounding in electricity and magnetism. Topics include: electrostatics: Coulomb’s law, Gauss’ law, electric potential, energy and conductors. Electric fields in matter; magnetostatics: Lorentz force, Biot-Savart law, magnetic fields in matter; Maxwell’s equations; radiation by charges. Three hours lecture/week, two hours lab/biweekly. Recommended co-requisite for physics majors: PHY 331 .
Prerequisite(s): PHY 221 and PHY 222 and (PHY 301 with minimum grade of C or ELEC 210 with minimum grade of C)
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PHY 325 - Semiconductor Devices Credits: 4
Lecture/Lab course covers modern topics in Solid State Physics with an emphasis on semiconductor devices and device fabrication. Topics covered include the free electron gas, carrier modeling, the band model, pn-junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors, field effect transistors and optoelectronic devices. The techniques for fabricating and characterizing semiconductor devices are also covered in both the lecture and the laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): (PHY 311 and MAT 322 ) or (CHM 363 and PHY 461 ) or permission of instructor
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PHY 331 - Mechanics I Credits: 4
First of two courses aimed at providing students with a solid grounding in classical mechanics. Topics include: rotational dynamics: angular variables in 3d, =I, fixed and CM axis dynamics, angular momentum, moments of Inertia, rotational kinetic energy; simple harmonic oscillator including driven and driven-damped oscillators; resonance and chaos; central force motion, planetary orbits, Kepler’s laws; non-inertial coordinate system including the Coriolis force; and special relativity (SR): Invariant interval, 4-vectors, 4-velocity, energy-momentum 4-vector, Lorentz transforms, SR paradoxes. Three hours of lecture/week, two hours lab/biweekly.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 221 and PHY 222 and PHY 301 (may be taken concurrently) and MAT 322 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 341 - Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics Credits: 4
Covers the traditional approach to thermodynamics as well as a more fundamental introduction to the subject using statistical mechanics. Topics include: ideal gases, equation of state; 1st Law, various thermo processes calculation of work; 2nd Law Cycles, engines and refrigerators. Reversible and irreversible processes; thermodynamic potentials; kinetic theory; statistical thermo: micro and macro states, entropy, quantum description of the ideal gas; heat capacities, paramagnetism; Boltzmann statistics; quantum statistics. Three hours lecture/week, two hours lab/biweekly.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 221 and PHY 222 and PHY 301 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHY 355 - Electronics Credits: 4
Provides an introduction to electronics with an emphasis on practical knowledge required for modern experimental work. Topics include: electrical quantities and their measurement; linear components and circuit theory; diodes and simple transistors, FET circuits; signal conditioning with Op-amps; Instrumentation amplifiers; transducers: e.g. PIN photodiodes; regulated power supplies; other analog integrated circuits ( e.g. multipliers); and A/D conversion and computer interfacing: microcontrollers. Three hours lecture, two hours lab/week.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 222 and MAT 212
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PHY 390 - Internship Physics I Credits: 3
Contact the department for further information on internships.
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PHY 393 - Selected Topics in Physics Credits: 1-3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
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PHY 395 - Internship II Credits: 3
Contact the department for further information on internships.
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PHY 397 - Intro to Research Credits: 3
Students of junior or senior status engage in a research project under the supervision of a faculty member of the Physics department. Credit hours are to be arranged between the student and the research supervisor, according to the amount of work required by the research project.
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PHY 398 - Research II Credits: 3
Students of senior status engage in a research project under the supervision of a faculty member of the Physics department. Credit hours are to be arranged between the student and the research supervisor, according to the amount of work required by the research project.
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PHY 399 - Independent Study in Physics Credits: 3
Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.
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PHY 411 - Quantum II Credits: 3
Introduction to physical concepts and mathematical formulations of nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. Enables a detailed study of the Schrodinger Equation and its properties. The Schrodinger Equation is solved exactly for the particle in a square well potential, the simple harmonic oscillator, and the hydrogen atom. Both perturbation theory and variational calculation are developed as methods for handling more complicated systems. Spin is introduced as an ad hoc concept and the properties of simple magnetic systems studied. Heavy emphasis on applications to simple systems. Three periods lecture/week.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 311 and MAT 318 and MAT 322 (may be taken concurrently)
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 421 - Electricity and Magnetism II Credits: 3
A continuation of Electricity and Magnetism I, treating some of the same topics but with an increased sophistication. Provides a solid foundation in one of the core subjects of the discipline. Topics include: electrodynamics and Maxwell’ s equations; conservation laws; electromagnetic waves and relativistic electrodynamics; electromagnetic waves; potentials and fields of moving charges; radiation by moving charges; special relativistic treatment of electrodynamics; electromagnetic radiation by a point charge.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 321 and MAT 322
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 431 - Mechanics II Credits: 3
Intermediate course in the treatment of Newton’s laws of motion, vector analysis, and rectilinear and curvilinear motion in a plane, as well as study in areas of statics and dynamics, including concurrent and non-concurrent forces, movements and torques, energy, rotational motion, moments of inertia and oscillatory motion. Three periods of lecture/week.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 331 and MAT 213 and MAT 318 and MAT 322 (may be taken concurrently)
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 450 - Quantum Materials Credits: 4
Lecture/lab course covers material topics in modern solid state physics with an emphasis on applications to nanotechnology. Topics covered include carbon nanotubes, organic conductors and semiconductors, photonic crystals and microfluidies. Topics in Biological and self-assembled systems including, biomolecular motors, motor proteins and the organic-to silicone interface are also covered. Techniques for manipulating and characterizing materials at the nanoscale are also covered in both the lecture and the laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): (PHY 311 and MAT 322 ) or (CHM 363 and PHY 461 ) or permission of instructor
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 461 - Mathematical Physics Credits: 3
Introduces some of the many mathematical concepts used routinely by theoretical physicists. Specific topics are left to the discretion of the instructor but can include such subjects as elements of differential geometry, complex analysis, or methods for solving integral and differential equations.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 301
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 471 - Computational Physics Credits: 4
Introduces the use of sophisticated numerical techniques to solve physical problems. Topics include: approximation methods; numerical integration; ordinary and partial differential equations; random processes; spectral analysis; and Monte Carlo methods.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 301 and CSC 110 and MAT 322
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 481 - Atoms and Photons Credits: 3
Investigates the structure of matter at the atomic level, the free photon field and their mutual interaction. Possible topics are: hydrogen atom review; generalized angular momentum theory; radial wave functions and self-consistent field solutions; coupling schemes and atomic eigenstates; general excitation and decay dynamics; quantization of the free EM field; coherent and incoherent states of the photon field; atom-photon interaction terms, gauge representations; 1st order process: e.g. absorption and emission; and higher order processes: e.g. 2-photon decay.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 301 and PHY 311 and PHY 321
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 485 - Optics Credits: 4
Both geometrical and physical optics and applications. Optical instruments, wave propagation, interference diffraction, polarization, and atomic molecular spectra are studied. Spectrascopes, spectrometers, polariscopes, photometers, and interferometers are some of the instruments used. Three periods lecture and two periods lab/week.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 213 and MAT 318 and MAT 322 and PHY 321
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 491 - Selected Topics in Physics Credits: 3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 493 - Selected Topics in Physics Credits: 3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PHY 495 - Independent Study in Physics Credits: 2
Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.
Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
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PLS 100 - U.S. Government and Politics Credits: 3
Foundation for understanding the philosophical heritage, constitutional principles, civil rights and liberties, and the formal and informal institutions that form the U.S. government. Focus on political factors and dynamics of democracy, the Constitution, political parties, interest groups, the media, elections, and the branches of U.S. government.
Category: Cat D - Polit, Eco and Geo Sci
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PLS 141 - World Politics Credits: 3
Deals with the nation state, international institutions, global issues and the international political system in a contemporary context. Attention given to the formulation and execution of foreign policy; political, economic, military and cultural interactions among states; and the organization and maintenance of the international community.
Category: Cat D - Polit, Eco and Geo Sci
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PLS 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3
Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.
Category: Cat D - Polit, Eco and Geo Sci
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PLS 201 - Foundations of Political Science: Concepts and Critical Analysis Credits: 3
Examines the philosophical foundation of the discipline of political science. Examines the theoretical foundations of contemporary political regimes. Introduces political science theories and theory building. Introduces students to the tools to conduct critical literature reviews, access professional-level information, assess political arguments using systematic logical analysis, and use the analytical tools to develop independent research.
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PLS 202 - Applications in Public Affairs Credits: 3
The objectives of this course are to provide students with the opportunity to develop information literacy, to develop the ability to properly apply information to answer open-ended and/or controversial questions, to organize that information in such a way that convincingly answers open-ended or controversial questions, to develop oral communication skills so as to gain confidence and rhetorical power when delivering a speech or engaging in vigorous deliberation. An additional set of objectives of the course are to facilitate the professionalization of students through career counseling, creation of resumes, post-college planning, among others.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279
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PLS 231 - State and Local Government Credits: 3
Study of the organization and functions of government at the state, county, township, and city levels. State-local and national-local relations are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of Instructor
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PLS 251 - Introduction to Comparative Politics Credits: 3
Cross-national study of the principles, forms, and functions of democratic, fascist, and communist governments. Political parties and electoral systems, legislative representation, federalism, constitutional order, bureaucracy, and dictatorship are examined in the functional and comparative manner.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of Instructor
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PLS 252 - Costa Rica: Politics, Economy and Society Credits: 3
This course explores Costa Rican culture through intensive study on campus and field experience in Costa Rica. Classroom topics include an overview of linguistic, historical, geographical, sociopolitical, economic, and/or cultural themes of the areas visited. This course will combine readings, lecture and discussion with a field-based learning experience. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit first-hand knowledge of issues pertinent to the host area and demonstrate understanding of cultural differences.
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PLS 271 - Introduction to Public Administration Credits: 3
Basic introductory course in field of management in governmental offices. Includes organization of executive offices, controls over administration, budgeting and personnel procedures and methods to achieve administrative objectives.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 291 - Contemporary Issues Credits: 3
Focuses on political or policy issues. Covers background of the issues, current developments, and prospects for change. Topics vary from semester to semester.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 300 - Advanced American Government and Public Policy Credits: 3
In-depth description of the structure, functions, and public policy making involvement of U.S. governmental institutions. Focuses on legislative, executive, administrative, and judicial institutions and process, the impact of interest groups, political parties, public opinion, and federalism. Examines the policy-making process, both in general and with reference to specific types of public policies.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279
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PLS 301 - Political Science Research Methods Credits: 3
Evaluates the process of research in political science, focusing on research design; discusses ethical issues in research; trains students in techniques of data collection and processing; provides computer-based training in quantitative analysis and interpretation of statistics.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 202 or PLS 201 or PLS 271
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PLS 302 - Public Policy Analysis Credits: 3
Examines the policy making process(es) and implications for the conduct of policy analysis. Reviews the policy implementation process(es) and implications for the conduct of policy analysis. Focuses upon specific quantitative and qualitative policy analysis/program evaluation techniques.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 301
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PLS 307 - Applied Research in Political Science Credits: 1-3
This course provides Political Science majors with the opportunity to engage in an independent research project. The topic chosen with the consultation of a department faculty member. Each credit should reflect a minimum of 40 hours of research. Students are expected to present their research finding in writing and orally in an appropriate professional setting.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 301 or permission of instructor.
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PLS 311 - The Legislative Process Credits: 3
Analyzes the powers and rules of legislatures and legislators in modern democracies with special reference to the American Congress. Emphasis placed on the decision-making process, including internal and external pressures upon legislators.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 312 - The American Presidency Credits: 3
Analyzes the structure and functions of the American institutionalized presidency, including an examination of the power and roles of the president and the decision-making process.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 313 - The Judicial Process Credits: 3
Describes the operation of the federal and state court systems; evaluates the processing of cases; examines the mechanisms of judicial recruitment; discusses the impact of decisions on the political process.
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PLS 321 - Public Opinion and Political Media Credits: 3
Deals with the nature of public opinion and its role in the political process. Explores how the American political system operates in an age of mass communication, how citizens and politicians are affected by the media, and how the media influences the political process.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 322 - Interest Groups in American Society Credits: 3
Studies the origins, organizations, opportunities, tactics of interest groups (pressure groups) and an assessment of the legitimacy of their role in democratic and quasi-democratic politics. Investigates problems connected with the existing incentive to join groups, the iron law of oligarchy, access points to government decision-making functions to private interest pressure groups.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 323 - Campaigns, Elections & Political Parties Credits: 3
Explores operation of the electoral system both theoretically and practically, and examines the roles of citizens in the electoral process. Reviews the development and status of political parties in American society.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 324 - Women in American Politics Credits: 3
Intended and designed for males and females, examines the changing political role of women in the United States and compares women across American subcultures. Investigates political attitudes and values, voting behavior, and recruitment of women for political leadership.
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PLS 325 - African American Politics Credits: 3
Examines the relationship between African American citizens and the American political system in order to gain a broader prospective of the American political process. Representation and strategies for empowerment discussed. Provide consideration of the behavior of African Americans within the political institutional settings and at various levels of government. Also addresses the positive and negative impact of the Civil Rights Movement, the Supreme Court, and Affirmative Action as it relates to the integration of African Americans in the American political system.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or ETH 101 or HON 279
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PLS 331 - Urban Politics & Administration Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the development of urban politics in the United States, and issues confronting the urban political structure. The course analyzes problems found in urban politics such as funding, education, law enforcement, land use, health, housing, and development of urbanization.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279 or permission of instructor
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PLS 333 - Applications in State and Local Public Policy Credits: 3
This course features a hands-on approach which maximizes experiential learning and student participation. This course provides an in-depth professional experience that involves research and writing on public policy topics, and interacting with General Assembly, Commonwealth agency and judiciary staff, and advocacy organizations such as associations, including visits to public officials? offices. Students will study concepts in public policy, apply them in practical situations, and discuss public policy matters with public officials, including conducting interviews and writing public policy papers. Pre-requisite: PLS 100 .
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or HON 279
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PLS 341 - International Law and Organization Credits: 3
Analyzes the role and dynamics of international law and organizational political system. Includes the scope and nature of international law and organization, the concepts and procedures for maintaining international peace and security, substantive rules, and international law and the function of the United Nations and regional organizations.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 141 or HON 274 or permission of instructor
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PLS 342 - American Foreign Policy Credits: 3
Study of the principles of American foreign policy including process and policy formulation and execution. Roles of the president, Congress and the State Department and other governmental agencies are investigated.
Prerequisite(s): PLS 100 or PLS 141 or HON 279 or HON 274 or permission of instructor
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PLS 343 - Global Economic and Political Conflict Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of global political, economic, security and social relationships. The key focus of the course is contemporary global cooperation and conflict.
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PLS 347 - Applied Diplomacy Credits: 3
Uses an off-campus education experience to facilitate learning about international organizations, diplomacy, negotiations, and the politics of a region of the world. Students will represent a country at a regional, national or international simulation such as the Model United Nations, Model Organization of American States or Model European Union. Students may be responsible for additional expenses associated with off-campus travel and activities. Permission of the instructor is required.
Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
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