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Music - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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MUSC 171-3 - Special Topics in Music (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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MUSC 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. MUSC 479 may not be used by students majoring in Music.
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MUSC 271-3 - Special Topics in Music (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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MUSC 371-3 - Special Topics in Music (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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MUSC 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. MUSC 479 may not be used by students majoring in Music.
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MUSC 471-3 - Special Topics in Music (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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MUSC 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. MUSC 479 may not be used by students majoring in Music.
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NEUR 480 - Topical Seminar in Neuroscience (1)
Students will apply neuroscience theory and knowledge during the presentation and discussion of diverse readings in topics chosen by the instructor. May be repeated as subject matter changes for a total of 3 hours of credit. Prerequisite: BIOL 116, NEUR 216, and permission of instructor. See program director.
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Neuroscience - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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NEUR 171-4 - Special Topics in Neuroscience (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NEUR 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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NEUR 216 - Fundamentals of Neuroscience (PSYC 216) (3)
An introduction to psychological neuroscience. Topics include research methods, basic anatomy and physiology of mammalian nervous systems, mechanisms of neuronal development and integration, vision and other senses, sensory-motor control, basic drives and behavioral systems. No credit given to students who have credit for PSYC 215. Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Offered every year.
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NEUR 271-4 - Special Topics in Neuroscience (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NEUR 371-4 - Special Topics in Neuroscience (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NEUR 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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NEUR 471-4 - Special Topics in Neuroscience (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NEUR 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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New Media |
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NM 107 - Introduction to Computers and New Media (CSCI 107) (3)
A survey of computer hardware and software, networking and the Internet, the convergence of personal computers and consumer electronics, digital representation of sound and images, multimedia presentations and authoring. Includes formal labs to develop skills in useful computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, Internet browsers and multimedia design tools. Fall and Spring.
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NM 121 - Introduction to Web Page and Interactive Design (3)
An introduction to digital imaging, authoring Web pages and non-linear interactive presentations. Basic principles of visual communications design and technical skills used in working with a variety of software are taught and applied to a range of digital media productions. Prerequisite: NM 101. Pre- or corequisite: NM 107. Fall and Spring.
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NM 144 - History of Animation: From Pencils to Pixels (3)
Students will study the history of animation, examining the influence of studios like Disney, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, and Pixar. Topics will include how animation is used in advertising, experimental animation, anime, the role of gender in the animation industry, propaganda, and the demise and rebirth of racism and bigotry in animation. Emphasis will be placed on how animation both reflects and shapes cultures around the world. Spring.
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NM 151 - Introduction to Motion Media (3)
Artistic and technical skills of 2-D and 3-D animation, video editing (post-production) and compositing, sound processing and sound effects. Research methods and critical skills. Prerequisite: NM 101. Fall and Spring.
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NM 201 - Think Graphic: Print and Type (3)
Foundation class focusing on the principles of print design and production. Emphasis is placed on the research, development and creation of typographically driven projects involving branding systems and poster and packaging design. Prerequisite: NM 101. Fall.
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NM 222 - New Media Art and Design I (3)
An understanding of core design principles and development of technical skills through a creative approach are the main objectives of this course. Students will take large-scale projects from initial concept through the development phase to the project completion. Prerequisites: One course from CSCI 181, 182, or 185; NM 121, 151. Fall and Spring.
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NM 242 - History of New Media (3)
“New Media” may be understood as media that is dependent upon computers. This course traces the history of new media, from the origins of computing in the first half of the 20th century to contemporary new media art, design, and theory. Students will read critical texts by artists, scientists, and theorists; they will respond in writing, through class discussion, and by interpreting these texts in various social, political, aesthetic, and ethical contexts. Spring.
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NM 310 - Intermediate Computer Animation (CSCI 310) (3)
Intermediate technical, artistic and critical skills required to create convincing three-dimensional computer-generated character animation. Students will study the twelve principles of animation and complete exercises designed to sharpen their skills as character animators. They will also learn the basics of animating to dialogue with emphasis placed on creating entertaining and convincing performances. Prerequisites: ART 112 or CSCI 181 or 182; NM 151, 222. Fall.
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NM 320 - Intermediate Interactive Design (3)
Basic principles of semiotics and sign design, navigation and interface development. Application of technology to construct innovative, interactive products. Prerequisite: NM 222. Fall.
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NM 322 - New Media Art and Design II (3)
Two- and three-dimensional time-based sequence design, sound techniques, type in motion. Advanced study of design principle and process, and refinement of critical thinking skills. Prerequisites: NM 222, 242. Fall and Spring.
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NM 330 - Internet Art (3)
Explores the history, theory, and practice of internet art, defined as “art meant to be experienced online.” Students examine and produce works in the genres of network conceptualism, hypermedia comics, non-linear narrative, and generative software. Readings, research, and art-making projects will address issues of identity, location, collaboration, hacktivism, immersion, storytelling, insider/outsider art, minimalism, design aesthetics, media synthesis, and game design. Prerequisite: NM 222. Spring.
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NM 332 - Experimental Media (3)
Students examine diverse dimensions of visualization and communication from the representational to the abstract, and address issues relevant to place and space. The foremost goal of this class is to imagine and to experiment with ideas. Creativity, perception, improvisation, and invention are integral components of any successful design or fine art project and are a fundamental aspect of the course. Prerequisite: NM 222. See program director.
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NM 340 - Internship (3-6)
Supervised work in a professional or educational setting. Students will receive hands-on training in the making of multimedia projects. Prerequisites: NM 322 and 3.0 GPA in major courses. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.
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NM 344 - History of Design (3)
Traces the history of graphic design from its origins in bookmaking to contemporary new media. The focus begins with the Arts & Crafts movement of the late 19th Century and continues through the modern and “post-modern” design movements of the 20th Century. Fall.
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NM 350 - Video and Motion Graphics (3)
Through the exploration of video techniques and motion media design principles, students will concentrate on motion graphics production, and will create innovative work for cinema, television and digital interfaces. Prerequisite: NM 222. Spring.
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NM 410 - Advanced Animation Techniques (CSCI 410) (3)
Students will study and utilize advanced design, modeling and animation techniques as they design, rig and animate their own characters. Modeling and animating for games will also be covered, as well as particle animation and compositing in 3D applications. Prerequisite: NM 310. Spring.
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NM 420 - Advanced Interactive Design (3)
Advanced techniques for designing and scripting complex interactive media and interfaces. Prerequisite: NM 320. Spring.
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NM 438 - Senior Capstone Project (3)
Students design, develop and implement a long-term project that demonstrates in-depth understanding, both conceptually and technically, of an aspect of multimedia communications. Prerequisite: NM 322. Fall and Spring.
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NM 450 - Digital Video Art (3)
Advanced course of study and techniques with a focus on conceptual problem-solving, creating innovative art, and visual storytelling. Video as art will be the theme of the course as students synthesize current research and trends within their own experimental work. Prerequisite: NM 322, 350. Fall.
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NM 490 - Proseminar and Portfolio (3)
Students will construct a portfolio of completed projects for use in the work or graduate school environment. Students will study the effects of this convergent media upon culture, the arts and the evolution of ideas, and examine where multimedia has been and will likely go. Students will consider the impact of new media from multiple viewpoints. Prerequisite: NM 322. Fall and Spring.
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NM 499 - Undergraduate Research in New Media (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.
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New Media - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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NM 171-3 - Special Topics in New Media (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NM 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. NM 479 may not be used by students majoring in New Media.
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NM 271-3 - Special Topics in New Media (1-3)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NM 371-3 - Special Topics in New Media (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NM 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379) (3)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. NM 479may not be used by students majoring in New Media.
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NM 471-3 - Special Topics in New Media (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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NM 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479) (4)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. NM 479may not be used by students majoring in New Media.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 100 - Introduction to Philosophy (3)
An introduction to the basic concepts, methods and areas of philosophical inquiry. See department chair.
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PHIL 101 - Introduction to Logic (3)
Logic and language, ambiguity, fallacies, the logic of propositions and of classes, elementary symbolic logic. Fall and Spring.
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PHIL 200 - Introduction to Ethical Theory (3)
An introduction to theories in ethics with a historical focus. Students will be introduced to virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontology as well as some contemporary accounts of the sources of human values. Spring.
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PHIL 213 - The Human Religious Experience (3)
A philosophical assessment of the concepts and development of world religions, past and present. See department chair.
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PHIL 214 - Philosophy of Human Rights (3)
An analytical introduction to the concept of human rights. Readings will be drawn from both historical and contemporary philosophical sources. Fall.
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PHIL 220 - Existentialism (3)
An examination of representative philosophical works of various existentialists, e.g. Sartre and Heidegger. See department chair.
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PHIL 250 - Ancient Philosophy (3)
A historical survey of philosophies, from ancient Pre-Socratics to Stoicism, with special emphasis on Plato and Aristotle. Fall.
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PHIL 255 - Medieval Philosophy (3)
Historical survey of philosophies from Christian, Muslim and Jewish writers from 350 C.E. to the 1600s. Prerequisite: PHIL 250; or permission of instructor. Spring.
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PHIL 260 - Modern Philosophy (3)
Introduction to the major movements of Western philosophy since the Renaissance: British empiricism, continental rationalism and German Idealism. Fall.
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PHIL 302 - Philosophy of Sex and Gender (3)
Problems of sex and gender, such as the link between sex and gender, ethics of sexuality, “naturalness” of sex and gender roles, feminism as it relates to issues in sexual and gender role assignment. See department chair.
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PHIL 303 - Philosophy of Religion (RELS 303) (3)
Questions concerning the existence of God, the problem of evil, revelation and faith, religious experience, immortality, etc. Spring.
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PHIL 304 - Social and Political Philosophy (3)
A critical study of the development of philosophical thought about social, political and legal issues. Fall.
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PHIL 305 - Philosophy of Law (3)
Differing interpretations of the nature of law and justice, rationales for punishment, concepts of responsibility and causation in the law. Readings from both philosophical and legal sources. Spring.
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PHIL 307 - Philosophy of Science (3)
Philosophical examination of concepts, assumptions, methods and human implications of both the physical and social sciences. See department chair.
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PHIL 310 - Aesthetics (3)
A study of the nature and significance of beauty and various approaches to judging beauty, not only in art, but also in ethics, religion, mathematics and science. Spring.
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PHIL 312 - Applied Ethics (3)
A topical study of basics in ethics and their application to specific fields or problems. Students will study contemporary issues such as biomedical ethics, environmental ethics, criminal justice ethics, business ethics. Topics will rotate according to interest and demand. May be repeated as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHIL 313 - Oriental Philosophy (3)
A survey of the main philosophies/religions of the Orient: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Neo-Confucianism. Their content, context and relevance to Western thought. Odd years Fall.
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PHIL 352 - Contemporary Philosophy (3)
A major tradition of 20th-century philosophy, e.g. American pragmatism, Phenomenology, linguistic analysis, hermeneutics, contemporary ethics, philosophy of science, or contemporary political philosophy. Prerequisite: two courses in philosophy or permission of instructor. May be repeated as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHIL 365 - Feminist Theory (3)
An investigation of selected feminist theorists on a variety of topics that are current in the literature. Prerequisite: two courses in philosophy; or WMST 100 and permission of instructor. See department chair.
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PHIL 402 - Senior Research Seminar (3)
Completion of a research project resulting in a bachelor’s thesis in the context of a seminar in which the student’s ideas, drafts and thesis are questioned and defended. This also fulfills the requirements for oral and computer competencies. (IP grades are approved for this course.) Fall.
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PHIL 499 - Undergraduate Research in Philosophy (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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Philosophy - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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PHIL 171-3 - Special Topics in Philosophy (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHIL 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. PHIL 479 may not be used by students majoring in Philosophy.
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PHIL 271-3 - Special Topics in Philosophy (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHIL 371-3 - Special Topics in Philosophy (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHIL 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. PHIL 479 may not be used by students majoring in Philosophy.
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PHIL 471-3 - Special Topics in Philosophy (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHIL 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. PHIL 479 may not be used by students majoring in Philosophy.
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Physics |
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PHYS 101 - Light and Visual Phenomena (3)
A course for the general student covering basic optics with applications in the areas of photography, vision, color and art. Recommended corequisite: PHYS 121. Spring.
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PHYS 102 - The Physics of Sound and Music (3)
A course for the general student covering the principles of sound, with applications in the areas of music, perception, audiology and electronic sound production. Recommended corequisite: PHYS 122. Fall.
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PHYS 107 - Introductory Physical Sciences (4)
A foundational physical science course with laboratory for non-science majors covering the laws of physics and their application to astronomy, chemistry, and the Earth sciences. Emphasis is placed on scientific reasoning and critical thinking through interactive web-based technology. Spring.
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PHYS 121 - Light and Visual Phenomena Lab (1)
A laboratory course developed for non-science majors covering the properties of light. Experiments include color mixing, prescribing eyeglasses, color blindness, and optical illusions. Pre- or corequisite: PHYS 101. Spring.
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PHYS 122 - The Physics of Sound and Music Lab (1)
A laboratory course developed for non-science majors covering the properties of sound. Experiments include combining sound waves, Fourier analysis, hearing tests, and applications to music. Pre- or corequisite: PHYS 102. Fall.
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PHYS 131 - Introductory Physics I (4)
An introduction to mechanics and thermodynamics with laboratory, for students not interested in studies leading to a degree in Physics, Chemistry or Engineering. Prerequisite: MATH 167 or 191 or equivalent. Fall and Spring.
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PHYS 221 - Physics I (4)
Introductory calculus-based physics for science and engineering students with laboratory covering Newtonian statics and dynamics, fluids, heat and sound. Prerequisite: MATH 191; pre- or corequisite: MATH 192. Fall and Spring.
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PHYS 222 - Physics II (4)
Continuation of PHYS 221, with laboratory, covering electrostatics, circuits, magnetism and light. Prerequisite: PHYS 221; pre- or corequisite: MATH 291. Fall and Spring.
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PHYS 231 - Introductory Physics II (4)
An introduction to electricity, magnetism, optics and elementary concepts of modern physics with laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 131 or 221. Fall and Spring.
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PHYS 310 - Electronics (4)
A study of analog and digital electronics, devices and test equipment with laboratory. Applications focus on audio recording. Prerequisite: PHYS 222 or 231. Spring.
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PHYS 323 - Modern Optics (3)
A study of geometrical and physical optics. Prerequisite: PHYS 222. Even years Fall.
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PHYS 325 - Thermal Physics (3)
The basic principles of heat, thermodynamics and introductory statistical mechanics. Prerequisite: PHYS 222. Even years Spring.
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PHYS 326 - Modern Physics (3)
Special relativity, quantization, fermions, bosons, molecular physics, laser physics, solid state physics, nuclear physics and elementary particle physics. Prerequisites: CHEM 132 or a satisfactory score on the Chemistry Placement Examination; PHYS 222. Corequisite: PHYS 331. Spring.
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PHYS 331 - Experimental Physics I (1)
Selected experiments with emphasis in modern physics introducing the student to experimental design and analysis of data. Students give oral presentations of their experimental work in each course in a seminar setting where other faculty, students and guests may attend. PHYS 331 corequisite: PHYS 326. PHYS 332 prerequisite: PHYS 331. PHYS 331: Spring. PHYS 332: Fall.
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PHYS 332 - Experimental Physics II (2)
Selected experiments with emphasis in modern physics introducing the student to experimental design and analysis of data. Students give oral presentations of their experimental work in each course in a seminar setting where other faculty, students and guests may attend. PHYS 331 corequisite: PHYS 326. PHYS 332 prerequisite: PHYS 331. PHYS 331: Spring. PHYS 332: Fall.
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PHYS 401 - Classical Mechanics (3)
Intermediate theoretical mechanics of particles and systems with an introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations. Prerequisite: PHYS 326. Even years Fall.
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PHYS 402 - Electromagnetic Theory (3)
An intermediate study of electromagnetic fields, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves. Prerequisite: PHYS 323 or 325. Odd years Spring.
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PHYS 414 - Quantum Mechanics I (3)
Quantization, the uncertainty principle, the Schrodinger equation, applications of quantum mechanics to one-dimensional examples, application of quantum mechanics to the Hydrogen atom, spin. Prerequisite: PHYS 326. Odd years Fall.
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PHYS 418 - Quantum Mechanics II (3)
An intermediate study of quantum mechanics, including commutation relations, Hamiltonians, Hermitian operators, Dirac notation, and a study of Hilbert space. Perturbation theory will also be discussed. Prerequisites: MATH 365; PHYS 414. Even years Spring.
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PHYS 499 - Undergraduate Research in Physics (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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Physics - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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PHYS 171-4 - Special Topics in Physics (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHYS 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. PHYS 479 may not be used by students majoring in Physics.
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PHYS 271-4 - Special Topics in Physics (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHYS 371-4 - Special Topics in Physics (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHYS 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. PHYS 479 may not be used by students majoring in Physics.
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PHYS 471-4 - Special Topics in Physics (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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PHYS 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. PHYS 479 may not be used by students majoring in Physics.
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