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PE 1763 - Cardiokickboxing (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1770 - Self-Defense (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1775 - Fencing (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1778 - Tai Chi (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1780 - Kung Fu (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1782 - Arnis Stick Fighting (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1784 - Jiu Jitsu (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1790 - Basketball (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1793 - Field Hockey (1)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1795 - Flag Football (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1799 - Team Handball (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1800 - Ultimate Frisbee (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1802 - Soccer (1)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1804 - Indoor Soccer (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1810 - Badminton (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1812 - Pickleball (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1819 - Racquetball (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1820 - Intermediate Racquetball (1)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1822 - Tennis (1)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1823 - Intermediate Tennis (1)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1825 - Volleyball (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1827 - Wallyball (1)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1840 - Softball (1)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1850 - Archery (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1855 - Bowling (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
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PE 1873 - Alpine Skiing (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
(Fee charged)
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PE 1874 - Intermediate Alpine Skiing (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
(Fee charged)
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PE 1876 - Alpine Snowboarding (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
(Fee charged)
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PE 1877 - Intermediate Alpine Snowboarding (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
(Fee charged)
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PE 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Approved contract required.
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PHY 1101 - How Things Work I (4)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Themes: “How Things Work” and “Physics of Self Expression”)
An introductory survey of the ideas of mechanics, fluids, wave motion, sound, light, and special relativity. Objects from our daily environment will be considered as their operation, histories, and relationships to one another are explored. This course seeks to dispel the mysteries surrounding everyday phenomena. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Not open to students who have credit for PHY 2010 .
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math. Corequisite: MAT 1010 or MAT 1020 or MAT 1025 .
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PHY 1102 - How Things Work II (4)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “How Things Work”)
An introductory survey of thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics. Objects from our daily environment will be considered as their operation, histories, and relationships to one another are explored. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: PHY 1101 . PHY 1102 is not open to students who have credit for PHY 1830 or PHY 2010 . Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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PHY 1103 - General Physics I (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: (PHY 1103 and PHY 1104 ) Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics of Our Technological World”)
A study of the basic principles of physics including mechanics, thermodynamics, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Not open to students with credit for PHY 2010 .
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math. Corequisite for PHY 1103: MAT 1020 or MAT 1025 or the equivalent.
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PHY 1104 - General Physics II (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: (PHY 1103 and PHY 1104) Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics of Our Technological World”)
A study of the basic principles of physics including mechanics, thermodynamics, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Not open to students with credit for PHY 2010 .
Prerequisite: PHY 1103 or PHY 1150 or the equivalent.
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PHY 1111 - How Things Work - Lab (1)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Themes: “How Things Work” and “Physics of Self Expression”)
An introductory laboratory survey of the ideas of mechanics, fluids, wave motion, sound, and light. Objects from our daily environment will be considered as their operation, histories, and relationships to one another are explored. Laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of PHY 1101 transferred from another institution.
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PHY 1112 - Environment and Everyday Life - Lab (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “How Things Work”)
An introductory laboratory survey of thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics. Objects from our daily environment will be considered as their operation, histories, and relationships to one another are explored. Laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of PHY 1102 transferred from another institution.
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PHY 1113 - General Physics I - Lab (1)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics of Our Technological World”)
A laboratory study of the basic principles of physics including mechanics, thermodynamics, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of PHY 1103 transferred from another institution.
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PHY 1114 - General Physics II - Lab (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics of Our Technological World”)
A laboratory study of the basic principles of physics including mechanics, thermodynamics, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of PHY 1104 transferred from another institution.
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PHY 1150 - Analytical Physics I (5)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: (PHY 1150 and PHY 1151 ) Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics with Calculus”)
An analytical and quantitative treatment of physics at a somewhat more advanced level than the PHY 1103 -PHY 1104 sequence using calculus. Intended primarily for students majoring in the natural sciences, mathematical sciences, and pre-engineering. Topics covered include mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and quantum phenomena. Lecture four hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math. Corequisite for PHY 1150: MAT 1110 .
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PHY 1151 - Analytical Physics II (5)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: (PHY 1150 and PHY 1151) Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics with Calculus”)
An analytical and quantitative treatment of physics at a somewhat more advanced level than the PHY 1103 -PHY 1104 sequence using calculus. Intended primarily for students majoring in the natural sciences, mathematical sciences, and pre-engineering. Topics covered include mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and quantum phenomena. Lecture four hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: PHY 1103 or PHY 1150 . Corequisite: MAT 1120 .
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PHY 1160 - Analytical Physics I - Lab (1)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics with Calculus”)
Laboratory exercises in mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and quantum phenomena at a somewhat more advanced level than the PHY 1103 -PHY 1104 sequence using calculus. Intended primarily for students majoring in the natural sciences, mathematical sciences, and pre-engineering. Laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: 3-4 credit hours of PHY 1150 transferred from another institution.
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PHY 1161 - Analytical Physics II - Lab (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics with Calculus”)
Laboratory exercises in mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and quantum phenomena at a somewhat more advanced level than the PHY 1103-PHY 1104 sequence using calculus. Intended primarily for students majoring in the natural sciences, mathematical sciences, and pre-engineering. Laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: 3-4 credit hours of PHY 1151 transferred from another institution.
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PHY 1530-1549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
Selected topics courses may be taught on any of a number of special and current topics in physics. Examples include Relativity, Superconductors, Particle Physics, and The Physics of Renewable Energy.
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PHY 1600 - Physics and Astronomy - New Ideas (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
An introductory exploration of current and popular topics in physics and astronomy. Specific focus will be on the development of our understanding of various phenomena and processes and their application and/or implications. Course topics will vary and may include big bang theory, superconductivity, quantum computers, black holes, dark matter, or the physics of food.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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PHY 1810 - Light and Color (4)
When Offered: On Demand
An introductory course intended primarily for students of the fine and applied arts as well as others interested in optical phenomena. Topics include the perception of light and color, color mixing, polarized light, photography, lasers, and holography. The laboratory will involve hands-on investigation of the properties of light using various methods including but not limited to lasers, spectrometers, lenses and mirrors, and photographic equipment. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: MAT 1025 or permission of the instructor. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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PHY 1812 - Acoustics and Harmonics (4)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics of Self Expression”)
An exploration of sound and the underlying physical principles that govern it: Newton’s laws of motion, energy, power, pressure, elasticity, oscillations, waves, resonances, and harmonics, as well as the quantitative application of these principles to topics such as: musical intervals, the equal-tempered scale, the decibel scale, harmony, dissonance, overtones, hearing, voices, and the construction and timbre of musical instruments. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math or permission of instructor.
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PHY 1814 - Sound and Recording (4)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Physics of Self Expression”)
An exploration of acoustics, electronic circuits and signal processing as it applies to the creation and recording of sound and music. Topics to be covered include: AC and DC circuits, filtering, amplification, mechanical and electromagnetic properties of speakers, microphones, analog and digital recording, acoustics of rooms, digital audio signal processing, electronic synthesizers, multi-track recording, and mastering. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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PHY 1830 - The Physical Principles of Energy and Sustainability (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Sustainability and Global Resources”)
An introduction to the physical principles governing energy and renewable technologies. Topics will include: thermal, geothermal, electrical, magnetic, wind, solar, hydroelectric, nuclear, and other sources of energy as well as other sustainable technologies such as conservation of material resources. PHY 1830 is not open to students who have credit for PHY 1102 .
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PHY 2005 - Professional Development for Physics Majors (1)
When Offered: Fall
This course is designed to help physics majors develop important professional skills such as etiquette, communication skills, work-life integration, job-searching, etc. Students will complete assignments related to these skills and are expected to attend all class meetings.
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PHY 2010 - Intermediate Physics I (4)
When Offered: Fall
A study of basic formulations and concepts in classical physics including mechanics, static and dynamic electricity, and magnetism. Calculus and vector methods are used. Intended primarily for students majoring or minoring in physics.
Prerequisites: PHY 1103 or PHY 1150 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7). Corequisite: MAT 2130 or by permission of instructor.
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PHY 2020 - Intermediate Physics II (4)
When Offered: Spring
A study of basic formulations and concepts in classical physics including mechanics, static and dynamic electricity, and magnetism. Calculus and vector methods are used. Intended primarily for students majoring or minoring in physics. Lecture four hours.
Prerequisites: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 with a grade of “C-” (1.7) or higher, PHY 2010 with a grade of “C-” (1.7) or higher, and MAT 2130 .
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PHY 2110 - Modern Physics I (3)
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to the theories and experiments of 20th-century physics: special relativity; wave-particle duality; atomic structure; and natural and artificial radioactivity. Elementary results from quantum theory will be applied to the solid state and the nucleus. Descriptive treatment of frontier topics such as particle physics, accelerators, and superconductivity.
Prerequisite: PHY 1151 or MAT 1120 and PHY 1104 .
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PHY 2111 - Modern Physics Laboratory (1)
When Offered: Fall
This course is a companion lab for PHY 2110 , Modern Physics. Content includes laboratory experiments using electronic lab equipment, the speed of light, diffraction and interference of light, atomic spectra, radioactive decay, the photoelectric effect, x-ray diffraction, and the charge to mass ratio of the electron.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PHY 2110 .
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PHY 2120 - Modern Physics II (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An introduction to the theories and experiments of 20th-century physics: special relativity; wave-particle duality; atomic structure; and natural and artificial radioactivity. Elementary results from quantum theory will be applied to the solid state and the nucleus. Descriptive treatment of frontier topics such as particle physics, accelerators, and superconductivity.
Prerequisite: PHY 2110 .
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PHY 2220 - Physics of Food and Cooking (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will explore the scientific concepts that underlie everyday cooking, including how to heat and cool food, which foods have greater impacts to climate change, and how to cook passively and with solar energy. Students will conduct culinary experiments to compare various cooking strategies and food choices. Cooking brings physics to life and should transform the way students view their food system.
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PHY 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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PHY 2700 - Computer Interfacing (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of Analog and Digital electronics, as well as interfacing between computers and Arduino microcontrollers. We explore various electronic circuits and components, including resistors, capacitors, LEDs, transistors, temperature sensors, photoresistors, DC motors, integrated circuit (IC) chips, etc. Data collection and control programs are written in the Arduino environment. Lab work will also expose students to some instrumentation commonly used in industry and research. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Students who have already completed PHY 4330 and/or PHY 4730 cannot receive credit for PHY 2700.
Prerequisite: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 .
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PHY 2820 - Medical Physics (3)
When Offered: Spring
A study of the application of the basic principles of physics to a selection of medical topics involving human body characteristics and functions and to instrumentation used to diagnose and treat illness and injury. Lecture three hours.
Prerequisite: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 .
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PHY 3001 - Analytical Methods in Physics (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course prepares students for the mathematical rigor associated with the junior and senior level theoretical physics courses. Topics include: series, complex numbers, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, vector analysis, Fourier series and transforms, differential equations, and special functions. The course will focus on mathematics required for PHY 3010 - Classical Mechanics (3) , PHY 3020 - Electromagnetism (3) , and PHY 4640 - Quantum Mechanics (3) .
Prerequisite: MAT 2130 with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher; Corequisite: PHY 2020 .
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PHY 3010 - Classical Mechanics (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of classical problems in mechanics. Topics include motion in noninertial reference frames, particle systems and collisions, rigid bodies, and Lagrangian mechanics.
Prerequisite: PHY 3001 with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher. Corequisite: MAT 3130 or permission of the instructor.
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PHY 3011 - Classical Mechanics II (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A continuation of PHY 3010 , Classical Mechanics. This course covers advanced applications of Lagrange’s equations, Hamilton’s equations, an introduction to the mechanics of continuous media, elementary tensor algebra, and the rotation of a rigid body in space.
Prerequisites: PHY 3010 , MAT 3130 and permission of the instructor.
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PHY 3020 - Electromagnetism (3)
When Offered: Spring
A study of electromagnetic theory, including the solution of electrostatics problems using Laplace’s equation, fields in dielectric media, magnetic fields of steady and varying currents, and the development and application of Maxwell’s equations.
Prerequisites: PHY 2020 and PHY 3001 with a grade of “C” or higher in each and MAT 3130 , or permission of the instructor.
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PHY 3030 - Electromagnetic Waves and Optics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A rigorous introduction to wave and geometric optics with applications including lasers, interferometers, spectroscopy, telescopes, fiber optics, and remote sensing. Electromagnetic wave theory is developed from Maxwell’s Equations and applied to describe the interaction of visible electromagnetic radiation with matter. Other topics include polarization, refraction, reflection, absorption, dispersion, and Fourier optics. Geometric optics is employed to study image formation by optical systems using both ray-tracing and matrix optics methods. Wave optics is used to study interference, diffraction, and coherence.
Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in PHY 2020 and PHY 2110 required.
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PHY 3140 - Environmental Physics (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of the physical principles underlying current environmental problems and issues such as global climate change and ozone depletion, and an examination of possible mitigating technologies. Other topics include the interaction of electromagnetic radiation and planetary atmospheres, radiative forcing, the greenhouse effect and the increased concentration of greenhouse gases in the earth’s atmosphere, the paleoclimate of the earth and global climate change, alternative energy sources, and the viability of nuclear power.
Prerequisite: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 .
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PHY 3150 - Atmospheric Science (3)
When Offered: Spring
An introduction to the principles of atmospheric physics. After a survey of climatology and the hydrologic and carbon cycles, this course focuses on important aspects of atmospheric physics including thermodynamics, radiative transfer, atmospheric chemistry, cloud microphysics, atmospheric and fluid dynamics, weather systems, boundary layer physics, and climate dynamics.
Prerequisites: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 .
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PHY 3160 - Introduction to Geophysics (3)
When Offered: Spring
An introductory survey of whole earth geophysics through theory and practice. The theory portion of the course covers seismology (techniques in reflection and refraction seismology), geothermics, radioactive dating, surface processes, tectonics, orogenics, gravity and gravimetric techniques, electrical and magnetic surveys, and borehole logging. The practical component of the course includes the utilization of several of these methods to study subsurface environments. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites OR corequisites: one introductory geology course (GES 1101 , GES 1102 , GES 1103 , GES 1104 , or GES 1105 ) plus PHY 1103 (or PHY 1150 ), and MAT 1110 , or permission of the instructor.
(Same as GES 3160 .)
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PHY 3230 - Thermal Physics (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of the laws of thermodynamics and their applications. An introduction to kinetic theory and statistical mechanics is included.
Prerequisites: PHY 2110 and MAT 2130 or permission of instructor.
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PHY 3310 - Physics Laboratory Techniques and Data Analysis (3) [WID]
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
A course designed for physics majors emphasizing experimental techniques, measurements, data and error analysis, experimental planning and evaluation, and report writing. Intermediate classical experiments with both oral and written reports. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: RC 2001 or its equivalent. Corequisite: PHY 2020 .
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PHY 3400 - Physics Instruction Practicum (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An introduction to the practical aspects of teaching high school physics. Some of the topics covered include current educational issues, resources required for laboratories, construction and presentation of physics demonstrations, classroom presentations, and the use of computers in the classroom. The course includes guest speakers, field trips, projects (individual and group), and classroom presentations. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 or consent of the instructor.
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PHY 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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PHY 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A supervised experience in the instructional process at the University level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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PHY 3521 - Secondary Science Field Experience (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A supervised experience in the instructional process at the secondary school level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Required of all teacher-licensure candidates in physics.
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PHY 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
For example: Energy (2), a survey course designed to provide an understanding of energy options on personal, national, and global levels. The course explores fossil and nuclear fuel reserves, electric power production, and various energy alternatives, particularly solar energy.
No prerequisite.
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PHY 3560 - Undergraduate Research (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
The student will participate in on-going faculty-directed research. This will include involvement in the solution of a theoretical problem or in experimental work such as the design of an experiment or experimental apparatus, acquisition of data, and/or data reduction and analysis. This course is required for students planning to graduate with departmental honors. For honors credit, the work must also include presentation of the results in a scholarly publication or at a professional meeting.
Course may be repeated for a total credit of four semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
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PHY 3850 - Environucleonics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A study of how atomic and nuclear radiation interact with humans and their environment-with special emphasis on the technology of measurement and criteria for evaluation. Discussions of basic radiation properties and radiation detection as well as special analysis techniques such as neutron activation and X-ray fluorescence will be integral to the course. Lecture three hours.
Prerequisite: PHY 1104 or PHY 1151 .
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PHY 4020 - Computational Methods in Physics and Engineering (3)
When Offered: Fall
A course designed to introduce the student to modern techniques and algorithms in computational physics, involving solutions of real physical systems using techniques from interpolation, optimization, non-linear least squares, the numerical integration of ordinary and partial differential equations, Monte Carlo methods, Fourier analysis and stability analysis. Applications of these techniques will be selected from the areas of mechanics, optics, modern physics, astrophysics, engineering, signal processing, and electromagnetism. Programming will be carried out in a computer language such as ‘C’ (2.0) or Fortran. (COMPUTER) Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: PHY 2010 and PHY 2020 (with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher in each) and MAT 2130 , or permission of the instructor.
[Dual listed with PHY 5020.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department
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PHY 4210 - Methods of Experimental Physics (4) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Measurement theory, analysis, interpretation and evaluation of data experiment design and scientific report writing. A limited number of advanced laboratory experiments will be performed which illustrate important concepts and methods. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: PHY 2020 , PHY 3310 and PHY 2110 .
Literature searches, written reports and some oral reports will be required.
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PHY 4330 - Digital Electronics (4)
When Offered: Fall
This course provides an introduction to digital electronics, with an emphasis on the study of components that are building blocks for digital devices and equipment, especially microcomputers. Emphasis will be placed on the design of combinatorial, sequential, and state machine (ASM) circuits, including simplification by Boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps, and computer-aided tools. Hardware description languages will be used to implement designs on programmable logic devices (PLD). Topics to be covered include: number systems, Boolean algebra, logic families, gates, flip-flops, medium scale integration devices, combinatorial and sequential circuits, ASM, PLD, arithmetic logic units, memory, input-output, D/A, A/D, and a generic CPU. The industry-oriented, hands-on labs involve circuit construction, testing and trouble-shooting using modern test equipment. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.
[Dual listed with PHY 5330.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PHY 4510 - Senior Honors Research and Thesis (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent in-depth research and preparation of a thesis on a significant topic in physics, directed by a member of the Department of Physics and Astronomy faculty. A thesis is presented orally and in writing to the department. The course grade is determined by the thesis advisor and the departmental honors committee.
Prerequisites: PHY 3560 or equivalent, GPA of at least 3.45 overall and in physics and astronomy courses, approval of proposed research topic and methods by the departmental honors committee, and assignment of research thesis advisor during the semester prior to enrollment in this course.
Required for graduation with honors in physics.
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PHY 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
An opportunity to study a special topic or combination of topics not otherwise provided for in the physics curriculum.
May be repeated for credit when content does not duplicate.
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PHY 4640 - Quantum Mechanics (3)
When Offered: Spring
A study of the Schrödinger equation and its solutions for various common potentials.
Prerequisites: PHY 3010 , PHY 2110 (with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher), and MAT 3130 or permission of the instructor.
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PHY 4730 - Analog Systems (4)
When Offered: Fall
The theory and operation of DC and AC circuits with discrete passive and active components. Included are resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, and operational amplifiers. An in-depth analysis of circuit theorems, phasors, differential equations, and simulations predicting the behavior of systems of analog devices will be explored in lecture and laboratory. The use and limitations of common electronics instrumentation such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and function generators will also be explored. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.
Corequisite: PHY 2110 or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PHY 5730.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PHY 4845 - Nanoscience and Technology (3)
When Offered: Spring, Odd-numbered years
A survey of the current state of nanoscience and nanotechnology from both a theoretical and practical standpoint. Topics include, but are not limited to, nano-fabrication, tools (e.g. SEM, STEM, FIB, STM, AFM, etc.), nanomechanics, nanomaterials, Buckyballs and nanotubes, thin films, nano self-assembly, nano-scale heat transfer, thermoelectric devices, and nano-optics. Where applicable, content will be enhanced through direct experience with the available instrumentation.
Prerequisite: senior standing in Physics or Chemistry, or consent of the instructor. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
[Dual-listed with PHY 5845.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PHY 4860 - Physical Principles of Electron Microscopy (4)
When Offered: Fall
This course provides an overview of the fundamental principles, instrumentation, and methods of scanning electron microscopy, including all electron optical components (electron sources and guns, electron lenses, deflectors, and stigmators) and complete electron optical system physics. This overview is complemented by a thorough investigation of the electron beam-solid interaction physics and the resulting measurable signals. Image formation physics and a wide range of applications including qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques are fully developed in this course. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
[Dual-listed with PHY 5860.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PHY 4880 - Special Topics in Physics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A course devoted to a single topic.
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PHY 4900 - Internship (3-12)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Supervised work in applied physics in an industrial or other laboratory setting. Students must obtain approval of the departmental internship coordinator prior to enrolling.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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PS 1100 - American National Government and Politics (3) [GenEd: SS]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
A study of the development and operation of the American national government, its powers, organization and policies.
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PS 1200 - Current Political Issues (3) [GenEd: SS]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
A study of the current political issues and problems facing the national government. Problems in such areas as labor, education, the economy, agriculture, equal rights, foreign relations and national security will be analyzed. Not open to students with credit for PS 1201 .
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PS 1201 - Contemporary Political Controversies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of some leading controversies in politics from the perspective of the conflicting arguments, designed to foster understanding of the issues and to enhance critical thinking and speaking skills. Intended primarily for students majoring or minoring in political science. Not open to students with credit for PS 1200 .
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PS 2120 - International Politics and Foreign Policy (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “From Empire to Globalization”)
Students will be introduced to a variety of theoretical and normative approaches to the study of international relations. Topics include the causes of war and peace, political economy, international organizations, human rights, and global health and environment.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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PS 2130 - State and Local Government (3) [GenEd: SS]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
An examination of the organization, problems and powers of state and local governments in the United States, focusing upon the responses of states, counties, and municipalities to needs caused by poverty, growth, and social change.
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PS 2160 - Introduction to Public Administration (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A general survey course aimed at introducing the student to the theory and practice of public administration. The course includes an introduction to organization theory, personnel and financial administration, and administrative responsibility. The principal focus is on American public administration, but some comparisons and illustrations from other administrative systems are included.
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PS 2240 - Comparative Politics (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course introduces students to the comparative study of politics. Topics include the comparative study of power, the state, regime types, political economy, and other issues central to contemporary politics. Case studies of multiple countries examined.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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PS 2310 - Political Ideologies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A survey of the central ideas of various philosophers from the early Enlightenment to the late Twentieth Century. Special emphasis will be given to a breadth of political ideas and ideologies, stressing the direct relationship between concepts and political life.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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PS 2320 - Immigration and Citizenship (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Examines the historic origins of immigration and citizenship in America and assesses the current status of these issues as they apply to diverse and large numbers of individuals and communities in America.
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PS 2500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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PS 2610 - Asian Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course surveys the politics of East and Southeast Asia. It focuses on the experiences of everyday people dealing with political worlds different from our own. The readings include a mix of fictional and scholarly writing.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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PS 3001 - Writing in Political Science (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course concentrates upon different writing traditions within political science. It requires students to apply the rhetorical knowledge gained in previous writing courses to the discipline of political science. Students will be expected to read and analyze texts in one or more of the sub-disciplines of political science as well as write effectively in one or more of the writing traditions of political science (e.g., research paper, policy analysis, briefing memo, text review). In addition to effective communication, the course emphasizes critical thinking, local to global connections, and community responsibility within the context of political science.
Prerequisites: must be majoring in political science.
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PS 3110 - Political Theory Through Sixteenth Century (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate even-numbered years
An examination of political theory from approximately 300 B.C. through the sixteenth century. The political philosophers studied include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Machiavelli, Luther, Calvin, and Jean Bodin. Emphasis is placed on historical development of political philosophy.
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PS 3115 - Research Methods (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to the logic and techniques of social science research with computer applications, examination of the structure of scientific inquiry, methods utilized to analyze information, with emphasis placed upon the interpretation of that information. Lecture three hours, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
(Same as CJ 3115 .) Required of all PS and CJ majors.
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