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MUS 329 Music Theory IV: Scoring and Arranging (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 206 and MUS 206A
A practical course in the rudiments of arranging and scoring for small and large instrumental and vocal ensembles, with additional studies in score analysis.
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MUS 417 Conducting and Rehearsal Techniques (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 303 , MUS 304 , and MUS 305
A study of music teaching techniques, score and lesson preparation, conducting, and rehearsal strategies.
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MUS 420 Special Topics (1-3)
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MUS 425 Special Topics: Music (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Courses on various topics in music. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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MUS 426 Special Topics: Music Education (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Courses on various topics in music education. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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MUS 428 Special Topics: Studio Teaching (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Courses on various topics in studio teaching. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly. Teaching required.
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MUS 440 Independent Study (1-3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of 90 or more semester hours and consent of instructor.
An opportunity for the student to enroll in a course of intensified study of a subject (mutually agreed upon by the student and the instructor) not normally covered in other courses.
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MUS 450 Internship (1-3)
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MUS 451 Collegiate Singers (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A select choral ensemble devoted to the artistic performance of choral music.
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MUS 453A Marching Band (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A wind and percussion ensemble which performs for college functions.
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MUS 453B Concert Band (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A large wind and percussion ensemble which performs transcriptions and original works.
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MUS 454A Concord Commanders (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Membership limited. An organization under faculty supervision which studies and performs literature from all styles of jazz and popular music.
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MUS 459 Chamber Music (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Various regularly scheduled small ensemble rehearsals in preparation for a performance. These groups will prepare music under the direction of a faculty member and will receive instruction in rehearsal techniques.
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MUS 460 Practicum (1-3)
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MUS 461 ConChords (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A small, select vocal ensemble which performs music in a wide variety of styles.
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MUS 475 Senior Recital (1-3)
Prerequisites: For music majors only; GPA of 3.0 in six levels in the student’s applied music area-number 100 and above; and successful completion of the senior recital jury.
This is a recital given for the public in which the student exhibits the musical training received during his/her undergraduate study.
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Natural Sciences |
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N SC 300D Science and Religion (3)
Prerequisites: Two laboratory science courses or consent of instructor.
Science in relation to diverse world views. A comparative study in the history and philosophy of science and religion. May be used as a Biology elective.
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N SC 325 Teaching Assistantship (1)
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Teaching practicum for science and math students. Repeatable for credit.*
Note: *Course will be graded. Curriculum will be changed in order to assess student performance. Will support mentoring program in sciences.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 101 History of Philosophy I (3)
Examines the history of philosophical thought, and emphasizes developments in ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, aesthetics, political philosophy, and religion.
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PHIL 102 History of Philosophy II (3)
Examines the history of philosophical thought, and emphasizes developments in ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, aesthetics, political philosophy, and religion.
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PHIL 210 Logic (3)
Examines the conditions for proper, clear, and effective reasoning. While the focus will be on identifying and evaluating arguments in everyday and academic discourse, the course will also include the study of formal philosophical logic.
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PHIL 310 Epistemology (3)
A critical examination of the nature of knowledge, that is, the nature of our right to the beliefs which we possess, as well as the possibility, the basis, and the scope of knowledge.
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PHIL 312 Metaphysics (3)
A critical examination of the nature of reality and existence, including the nature of time, space, being, and other fundamental categories, as well as the existence and nature of God and the problem of evil.
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PHIL 314 Aesthetics (3)
Explores the traditional and contemporary approaches to the study of the arts and their relationship with particular values, including truth, goodness, and beauty.
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PHIL 316 Ethics (3)
A systematic analysis of the principles that guide human conduct. Topics include: nature and purpose of ethics; relativism and objectivism; the nature of values; utilitarian, deontological, and virtue ethics; the relationship between ethics and religion; and current discussions within the field today.
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PHIL 320 Special Topics in Philosophy (3)
Prerequisites: As determined by the instructor.
A specialized study of various topics and problems in the field of philosophy. Each offering of the course will explore a different topic or problem. Examples include: Plato, Aristotle, Materialism, Idealism, or the Philosophy of Religion.
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PHIL 321 History and Philosophy of Science (3)
Prerequisites: PHIL 101 or PHIL 102 or consent of instructor.
A critical examination of the history and philosophy of the sciences and their methods. Topics include scientific revolutions, the unity of the sciences, and the nature of experimentation, explanation, and evidence.
Also listed as: HIST 321
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PHIL 322 The Enlightenment and Revolution (3)
The course covers the European revolutions-intellectual, social, political, economic, and military-arising from the ferment of change during the Enlightenment, the French, Russian and American Revolutions, the Napoleonic Era, and the Industrial Revolution.
Also listed as: HIST 322 .
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PHIL 331 Asian Philosophy (3)
A historical and critical examination of the philosophical traditions of India, China, Japan, and other Asian cultures. The course will focus on the development of the classical systems of Asian philosophy and their interaction with the philosophies of other cultures.
Also listed as: HIST 331 .
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PHIL 351 Contemporary Philosophy (3)
Focuses on trends in twentieth and twenty-first century philosophy, including existentialism, post-modernism, and feminism.
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PHIL 361 Biomedical Ethics (3)
This course explores debates on current issues in the field of biomedical ethics including abortion, assisted reproduction, genetic engineering, euthanasia, resource allocation, human and non-human animal experimentation, confidentiality, consent, and public policy. Students will read a series of articles on a particular issue each week of the semester, summarize the arguments in the debate, and then formulate their own conclusions.
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PHIL 375 History of World Religions (3)
Prerequisites: HIST 101 or permission of instructor.
This course explores the historical development of the world’s religious traditions with particular attention to their philosophical, theological, and ritual dimensions, as well as their relationship with one another. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.
Also listed as: HIST 375 .
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PHIL 390 Feminism and Gender in Modern History (3)
This course examines the history of feminist thought and philosophy within the historical experience of women utilizing a critical framework for the analysis of the creation and enforcement of the concepts of gender. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.
Also listed as: HIST 390 .
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PHIL 399 Utopian Studies (3)
Prerequisites: HIST 101 , HIST 102 or , PHIL 102 ; or permission of instructor.
This course examines attempts in East Asia and the West to imagine and create “more perfect” societies based on various philosophical, religious, social, and political paradigms, from the ancient world to the present day. Studies are not limited to utopian ideals; dystopian concepts and societies are also examined. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.
Also listed as: HIST 399 .
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PHIL 400 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (1)
Prerequisites: , and . Junior or Senior standing.
Course will focus on introducing students to an array of pedagogical theories and teaching practices in relation to philosophy instruction at a collegiate level. Students will work with an instructor in either PHIL 101 or PHIL 102 throughout the semester. Students must attend at least two (2) class sessions per week and work with students in peer review groups one-on-one. Applicants ideally should be interested in teaching at the university level or enrolled in courses preparing them for a role in Education. Students should fill out an application available in the Department of Humanities and submit supporting materials outlined on the application a semester before their intention to be UTAs. There shall be a limit to two UTAs per class per semester.
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PHIL 430 Seminar in Philosophy (3)
The Seminar in Philosophy is the capstone course for the Major in History with an Emphasis in Philosophy. The course will run concurrently with an upper level course in Epistemology, Metaphysics, Aesthetics, Asian Philosophy, or Contemporary Philosophy. Students will attend lectures and discussions with those taking the upper level course and, in addition, will meet for further lectures and discussion. Students will also write a major research paper in order to meet the requirements for the major in history with an emphasis in philosophy.
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PHIL 440 Independent Study (1-6)
See SOSC 440
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Physical Education |
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P ED 101M Personal Wellness (2)
Provides the student with the knowledge, skills and values to develop a basic personal fitness/wellness program that can be maintained for life.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
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P ED 110 Introduction to Teaching Physical Education (1)
Should be taken by majors at the beginning of their physical education coursework. Emphasis on understanding the profession and relevant issues in physical education, introduction to current literature and events, collaborative learning strategies, and the framework for portfolio development in the physical education program.
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P ED 117 Team Sports (3)
Consideration will be given to acquiring the basic knowledge, skills, strategy, and safety procedures necessary to participate in and teach beginning field hockey, softball, soccer, flag football, basketball, team handball, volleyball, and track and field, as well as others that may be added at the instructor’s discretion. This course is not required for physical education majors.
Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
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P ED 118 Individual Sports and Physical Activities (3)
Consideration will be given to acquiring the basic knowledge, skills, strategy, and safety procedures necessary to participate in and teach beginning golf, archery, bowling, badminton, racquetball, tennis, weight training, skiing, jogging/walking, in-line skating, hiking, biking, and other outdoor athletic pursuits. This course is not required for physical education majors.
Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
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P ED 207 Anatomy and Physiology (3)
An introduction to knowledge of the normal development, structure and function of man.
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P ED 220 Special Topics (1-3)
Coursework of current interest in the area of physical education offered occasionally according to University guidelines and the Department of Human Performance. Topics of study indicated on the student’s transcript. Repeatable up to three times for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
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P ED 230 Seminar (1-3)
On various topics in physical education.
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P ED 238 Lifetime Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites:
Co-requisites: P ED 239
Teacher candidates will be introduced to and demonstrate the basic concepts, instructional strategies and performance techniques associated with participating in and teaching outdoor leisure, gymnastics, rhythms, and swimming activities.
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P ED 239 Physical Education Pedagogy (3)
This course examines the pedagogical teaching skills to be used in the PreK-Adult curricula, emphasizing the common content knowledge applied during the teaching process.
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P ED 240 Independent Study (1-3)
Consists of advanced study topics and/or research in physical education.
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P ED 241 Team Sports in Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: P ED 239
Teacher candidates will be introduced to and demonstrate basic knowledge, skills, strategy and safety procedures necessary to participate in and teach softball, soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, and other team sports that may be added at the instructor’s discretion.
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P ED 242 Individual Sports in Physical Education (3)
Co-requisites:
Teacher candidates will be introduced to and demonstrate the basic knowledge, skills, strategy, and safety procedures necessary to successfully participate in and teach archery, badminton, bowling, golf, frisbee, shuffle board, tennis, weight training, and fitness, as well as other activities that may be added at the instructor’s discretion as a recreational lifetime activity.
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P ED 250 Internships (1-6)
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P ED 260 Sophomore Practicum (3)
The course is a directed field experience designed to help the student gain initial experience in a variety of sport settings. The student will assist with home sporting events in the spring including pre, during, and post game administration. A required 150 hour practicum experience in the spring spring semester.
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P ED 307 Assessment in Health and Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: P ED 239
Designed to provide teacher candidates the knowledge and skills necessary to create and implement an assortment of assessment tools. An emphasis will be placed on utilizing a variety of instructional technologies in the assessment process.
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P ED 320 Special Topics (1-3)
Using the American Sports Education Program, participants will receive formal instruction in the areas of sport science, sport first aid, drugs and sports. Provides the individual the opportunity to receive coaching certification by meeting national testing standards required by West Virginia legislation and the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission, governing body for high school athletics in the state.
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P ED 330 Seminar (1-3)
On various topics in physical education.
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P ED 340 Independent Study (1-3)
Consists of advanced study topics and/or research in physical education.
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P ED 350 Internships (1-6)
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P ED 401 Physical Education, Health and Wellness for Elementary Teachers (1)
Prerequisites: EDUC 301 , EDUC 305
This course emphasizes the foundations of good health, the importance of physical fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles for elementary students. Focus will include health issues and social factors impacting children, as well as the design of learning activities that promote healthy living and incorporate movement skills and motor activities.
Note: (Limited class size.)
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P ED 402 Curriculum and Instruction for Elementary Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: P ED 239
Incorporates the pedagogical skills and common content knowledge learned in P ED 239 with content development and specialized content knowledge necessary for a successful physical education program for PreK-5 grade children. A 15-hour school-based field experience is required.
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P ED 403 Curriculum and Instruction for Middle and Adolescent Physical Education. (3)
Prerequisites:
Incorporates the pedagogical skills and common content knowledge learned in P ED 239 with content development and specialized content knowledge necessary for a successful physical education program for middle and high school children. A 15-hour school-based field experience is required.
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P ED 407 Adapted Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: P ED 239
A study of the prevalent disabilities in children and youth and methods for adapting the physical education program to meet the needs of each individual. A 15-hour school-based field experience is required.
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P ED 420 Special Topics (1-3)
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P ED 430 Seminar (1-3)
On various topics in physical education.
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P ED 440 Independent Study (1-3)
Consists of advanced study topics ad/or research in physical education.
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P ED 450 Internships (1-6)
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P ED 460 Practicum (1-3)
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Physical Science |
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PHSC 103 Concepts in Physical Science: Physics/Chemistry (4)
Prerequisites: MATH 101 (or higher)
Development of conceptual models in chemistry and physics. Intended for elementary through middle level (K-9) education majors.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHSC 104 Concepts in Physical Science: Earth/Space Sciences (4)
Prerequisites: None
Development of conceptual models in Earth and space sciences. Intended for elementary (K-6) education majors; not open to science majors.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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Physics |
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PHYS 101 Introductory Physics (4)
Prerequisites: MATH 104 , or equivalent proficiency.
Co-requisites: PHYS 101D and PHYS 101L
An algebra/trigonometry-based introduction to mechanics, wave motion, and thermodynamics.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHYS 101D Introductory Physics Discussion (0)
Co-requisites: PHYS 101
Introductory Physics problem-solving and conceptual discussion.
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PHYS 102 Intermediate Physics (4)
Prerequisites: PHYS 101
Co-requisites: PHYS 102D and PHYS 102L
A continuation of PHYS 101 , including an introduction to electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHYS 102D Intermediate Physics Discussion (0)
Co-requisites: PHYS 102
Intermediate Physics problem-solving and conceptual discussion.
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PHYS 105 Introductory Astronomy (4)
An introduction to the fundamentals of astronomy. Topics include: the history and philosophy of astronomy, earth-sun-moon phenomena, the life cycle of stars, properties of galaxies, the current cosmological model, and the solar system. Labs incorporate the use of telescopes at the Concord University observatory. A General Education Lab Science course that emphasizes critical thinking and the use of writing and basic mathematics.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHYS 201 University Physics with Calculus, Part 1 (4)
Prerequisites: MATH 253 or concurrently.
A calculus-based introduction to mechanics, wave motion, and thermodynamics.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHYS 202 University Physics with Calculus, Part 2 (4)
Prerequisites: PHYS 201
A continuation of PHYS 201 , including an introduction to electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHYS 219 Laboratory Research Methodology (1)
See CHEM 219
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PHYS 220 Special Topics (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of physics. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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PHYS 301 Optics and Wave Phenomena (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202
Geometrical and physical optics.
Two hours lecture, two hours lab.
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PHYS 314 Modern Physics (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202
Atomic physics, special theory of relativity, nuclear physics, elementary particles, and special topics.
Three hours lecture.
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PHYS 315 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics (4)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202
Fundamental principles of thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, and classical and quantum statistical mechanics.
Four hours lecture.
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PHYS 317 Mathematics for Physical Sciences I (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202
Mathematical techniques useful in the physical sciences, including infinite series, matrices, multiple integrals, vector analysis, Fourier series, calculus of variations, and special functions.
Three hours lecture.
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PHYS 318 Mathematics for Physical Sciences II (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 317
A continuation of PHYS 317 , including a study of tensor analysis, Legendre polynomials, Bessel functions, functions of a complex variable, Laplace transforms, and partial differential equations.
Three hours lecture.
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PHYS 319 Digital Electronics (2)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202 .
A laboratory study of digital electronics with emphasis on microprocessors.
Four hours laboratory.
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PHYS 320 Special Topics: Physics (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of physics. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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PHYS 335 Nuclear and Particle Physics (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202
An introduction to topics in nuclear and particle physics, including the special theory of relativity, the basics of nuclear physics, the standard model of particle physics, accelerator physics, particle detection methods, applications of nuclear and particle physics to other science disciplines, and the current status of both fields.
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PHYS 401 Intermediate Electricity and Magnetism (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 202
Electrostatics, magnetostatics, network analysis, electrodynamics, and an introduction to Maxwell’s equations.
Three hours lecture.
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PHYS 420 Special Topics: Physics (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of physics. Specified topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. Recent examples include Topics in Astrophysics, Topics in Particle and Nuclear Physics. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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PHYS 480 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact physics faculty for further information.
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PHYS 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact physics faculty for further information.
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PHYS 4701 Independent Research (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Introduction to physics research through individual supervised problems.
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PHYS 4702 Independent Research (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Introduction to physics research through individual supervised problems.
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POSC 101 Introduction to Political Science (3)
A survey of political science, including an examination of various political systems, institutions and ideologies found in the contemporary world.
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POSC 104 American Federal Government (3)
A study of the underlying principles, organizational structure, processes and problems of the American federal system of government. Emphasis will be placed on the national government.
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POSC 201 Political Science Research and Writing (3)
Provides students an opportunity to practice and improve their writing and research skills. Particular attention will be given to evaluation of scholarly sources and competing claims.
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