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PHYE 111 - Racquetball
The basic fundamentals of skills and shots, including serves, forehand, and backhand are stressed, along with rules and game strategy. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 112 - Volleyball
Two levels of instruction—beginner (I) and intermediate/advanced (II) are offered. Emphasizes the fundamental skills and rules of volleyball, as well as basic team play and strategy. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 113 - Soccer
Two levels of instruction—beginner (I) and intermediate/advanced (II). Covers the basic skills of soccer—such as dribbling, shooting, passing, heading, and trapping. Students will learn drills and participate in game playing. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 114 - Rugby
The purpose of this course is to give exposure to this fast-paced fun sport. It will focus on the basic ball-handling skills, general team play, rules, and an introduction to various team strategies. (Y)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 115 - Basketball
An intermediate-level class, as well as a class specifically for women are offered. Emphasis is on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and rebounding. Rules and game strategy are also covered and practiced through participation in games throughout the class. (Y)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 116 - Softball
This course focuses on instruction of basic softball skills, along with strategy and rules of the game. (IR)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 117 - Golf
Two levels of instruction—beginner (I) and intermediate/advanced (II). Instruction is provided on a group basis at a local golf club. Emphasis is placed on grip, stance, and swing in addition to etiquette and rules. Additional fees apply to this class. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 118 - Lacrosse
A fast-paced team sport with a focus on rules and regulations, skill development, stick work, and fitness. This class caters to those new to the game or wishing to improve basic skills. (Y)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 120 - Badminton
The basic fundamentals of skills and shots, including serves, forehand, and backhand are stressed, along with the rules and game strategy. Singles and doubles play will be stressed. (Y)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 130 - Swimming
Beginning (I) and intermediate (II) levels of swimming are offered. The beginner level is designed for students who have little or no prior swimming knowledge and emphasizes basic stroke development and safety skills. The intermediate level stresses the improvement of strokes, kicking and breathing. Deep water skills are also taught. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 131 - Swimming for Fitness
This course is designed to improve fitness level through cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility training. It also covers stroke mechanics, basic water safety, and components of fitness. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 132 - Scuba Diving
Beginning scuba (I) is offered for those with no experience or certification. Advanced scuba (II) requires that the student possess a basic scuba certification. Both classes emphasize the skills of skin diving and scuba, along with the physiology of diving, first aid, and decompression. Both classes are offered off-grounds and have additional fees. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 140 - Weight Training
Beginner (I), intermediate/advanced (II), and women’s weight training are offered. Emphasis is placed on learning proper lifting technique and designing individualized programs. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 141 - Yoga
Yoga is the practice of uniting the mind and body in a series of postures or a meditation in motion. The type of yoga offered will be contingent on the skills of the instructor. All yoga classes focus on a series of postures that strengthen the muscles, increase flexibility, energize the body and cultivate mental and emotional calmness. The class will begin with instruction on basic postures and progress to an intermediate level. (Y)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 142 - Pilates/ Core Training
Pilates is a series of controlled movements engaging one’s body and mind that focuses on improving flexibility and strength for the total body without building bulk. Emphasis is placed on strengthening the “core” or “powerhouse” of the body, including the abdominal muscles, the back, and the butt. Core training has the identical goal but is a more general form of the discipline. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 143 - Cross Training and Conditioning
Emphasis is placed on increasing cardiovascular endurance through various forms of exercise, including, but not limited to, aerobic dance, circuit training, running, and other aerobic activities. Resistance exercise will also be included such as squats, push-ups, crunches, and weights. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 144 - Running for Fitness
Open to runners of all levels. Instruction may include road, off-road, speedwork, interval training, and hill work. Training to meet individual needs. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 150 - Dance I/Jazz
Students will gain a basic understanding and capability in varying styles of jazz, including Fosse, Hip-Hop, & Lyrical. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 152 - Dance II/Ballet
Students will gain a basic understanding and capability in classical Cecchetti-style ballet as well as other dance forms such as varying styles of jazz, including Fosse and Lyrical. (S)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 161 - Ice Skating
This course introduces the student to basic ice skating skills. With progression, the student will learn basic spins, more advanced blade work, and jumps. This class is held off-grounds and requires an additional fee. (IR)
Credits: 1
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PHYE 162 - Ice Hockey
This course covers the basic skills and rules of ice hockey. This class is held off-grounds and requires an additional fee. (IR)
Credits: 1
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PHYS 101 - Concepts of Physics
For non-science majors. Topics vary from year to year. 101 covers classical physics, such as Newton’s laws, science fiction, weight room physics, and weather. 102 covers modern physics, such as relativity, atomic structure, quantum physics, and the atomic and hydrogen bombs. Premedical and pre-dental students should take PHYS 201, 202 rather than 101, 102. They may be taken in either order. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 102 - Concepts of Physics
For non-science majors. Topics vary from year to year. 101 covers classical physics, such as Newton’s laws, science fiction, weight room physics, and weather. 102 covers modern physics, such as relativity, atomic structure, quantum physics, and the atomic and hydrogen bombs. Premedical and pre-dental students should take PHYS 201, 202 rather than 101, 102. They may be taken in either order. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 105 - How Things Work
For non-science majors. Introduces physics and science in everyday life, considering objects from our daily environment and focusing on their principles of operation, histories, and relationships to one another. 105 is concerned primarily with mechanical and thermal objects, while 106 emphasizes objects involving electromagnetism, light, special materials, and nuclear energy. They may be taken in either order. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 106 - How Things Work
For non-science majors. Introduces physics and science in everyday life, considering objects from our daily environment and focusing on their principles of operation, histories, and relationships to one another. 105 is concerned primarily with mechanical and thermal objects, while 106 emphasizes objects involving electromagnetism, light, special materials, and nuclear energy. They may be taken in either order. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 109 - Galileo and Einstein
For non-science majors. Examines how new understandings of the natural world develop, starting with the ancient world and emphasizing two famous scientists as case studies. Galileo was the first to make subtle use of experiment, while Einstein was the first to realize time is not absolute and that mass can be converted to energy. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 111 - Energy on this World and Elsewhere
The subject of energy will be considered from the perspective of a physicist. Students will learn to use quantitative reasoning and the recognition of simple physics restraints to examine issues related to energy that are of relevance to society and the future evolution of our civilization. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics and math at high school level.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 115 - Powerful Ideas in Physical Science
Covers several main ideas in physical science including matter, sound, heat and energy, force and motion, electricity and magnetism, and light and optics, using a hands-on conceptual learning approach. Students work in cooperative learning groups throughout the course. The course includes experiments and examples suitable for teachers of elementary students. (Y)
Credits: 4
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PHYS 121 - The Science of Sound and Music
Studies the basic physical concepts needed to understand sound. Aspects of perception, the human voice, the measurement of sound, and the acoustics of musical instruments are developed and illustrated. (IR)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 142E - General Physics I
First semester of introductory physics for engineers. Classical mechanics, including vector algebra, particle kinematics and dynamics, energy and momentum, conservation laws, rotational dynamics, oscillatory motion, gravitation, thermodynamics, and kinetic theory of gases. Three lecture hours. (Y-SS)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: APMA 109 or MATH 131; corequisite: PHYS 142W.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 142R - General Physics I
Covers the same material as PHYS 142E, with certain topics treated in greater depth. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Rodman scholar status.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 142W - General Physics I Workshop
A required two-hour workshop accompanying PHYS 142E, including laboratory and tutorial activities. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: PHYS 142E.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 151 - Introductory Physics I:Mechanics & Special Relativity
First semester of a four-semester sequence for prospective physics and other science majors. Topics include kinematics and Newton’s laws with vector calculus; frames of reference; energy and momentum conservation; rotational motion; special relativity. Three lecture hours, one problem hour. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: MATH 131.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 152 - Introductory Physics II:Gravitation, Oscillations, Waves & Thermodynamics
Second semester of a four-semester sequence for prospective physics and other science majors. Topics include gravitation and Kepler’s laws; harmonic motion; thermodynamics; wave motion; sound; optics. Three lecture hours, one problem hour. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 151; corequisite: MATH 132.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 201 - Principles of Physics I
A terminal course covering the principles of mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, optics, atomic, solid state, nuclear, and particle physics. A working knowledge of arithmetic, elemetary algebra, and trionometry is essential. PHYS 201, 202 does not normally serve as prerequisite for the courses numbered 315 and above. Students who plan to take more physics should take PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252, or PHYS 231, 232. PHYS 201, 202, in conjunction with the laboratory PHYS 203, 204 satisfies the physics requirement of medical and dental schools. PHYS 201 is prerequisite for 202. Three lecture hours; two hours of recitation and problem work. (Y, SS)
Credits: 4
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PHYS 202 - Principles of Physics II
A terminal course covering the principles of mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, optics, atomic, solid state, nuclear, and particle physics. A working knowledge of arithmetic, elementary algebra, and trigonometry is essential. PHYS 201, 202 does not normally serve as prerequisite for the courses numbered 315 and above. Students who plan to take more physics should take PHYS 151, 152, PHYS 231, 232, PHYS 251, 252. PHYS 201, 202, in conjunction with the laboratory, PHYS 203, 204, satisfies the physics requirement of medical and dental schools. PHYS 201 is prerequisite for 202. Three lecture hours; two hours of recitation and problem work. (Y, SS)
Credits: 4
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PHYS 203 - Basic Physics Laboratory I
Selected experiments in the different branches of physics are carried out and written up by the student. One two-hour exercise per week. (Y, SS)
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: PHYS 201 or 231. Premedical and pre-dental students should elect this course along with PHYS 201; it is an option for others.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 204 - Basic Physics Laboratory II
Selected experiments in the different branches of physics are carried out and written up by the student. One two-hour exercise per week. (Y, SS)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: 203; corequisite: PHYS 201, 202 or 231, 232. Premedical and pre-dental students should elect this course along with PHYS 201, 202; it is an option for others.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 221 - Elementary Laboratory I
Selected experiments in mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism and optics. One lecture hour and four laboratory hours per week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 151, 152; corequisite: PHYS 251 or prerequisite: PHYS 231, 232.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 222 - Elementary Laboratory II
Selected experiments in electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. One lecture hour and four laboratory hours per week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 151, 152; corequisite: PHYS 252, or prerequisite: PHYS 231, 232; corequisite: PHYS 252.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 231 - Classical and Modern Physics I, II
The first semester of a two-semester introduction to classical and modern physics for science majors. A calculus-based treatment of the principles of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics. This sequence can be used by prospective physics majors and by other students planning to take physics courses numbered 300 and higher; however, the four-semester sequence PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252 is recommended. PHYS 231, 232 in conjunction with the laboratory, PHYS 203, 204 satisfies the requirements for the B.S. in Chemistry, and can be used in place of PHYS 201, 202, 203, 204 to satisfy the requirements of medical and dental schools. PHYS 231 is prerequisite for 232. Three lecture hours and one problem session per week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MATH 132 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 232 - Classical and Modern Physics I, II
The second semester of a two-semester introduction to classical and modern physics for science majors. A calculus-based treatment of the principles of electricity and magnetism, physical optics, elementary quantum theory, and atomic and nuclear physics. This sequence can be used by prospective physics majors and by other students planning to take physics courses numbered 300 and higher; however, the four-semester sequence PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252 is recommended. PHYS 231, 232 in conjunction with the laboratory, PHYS 203, 204 satisfies the requirements for the B.S. in Chemistry, and can be used in place of PHYS 201, 202, 203, 204 to satisfy the requirements of medical and dental schools. PHYS 231 is prerequisite for 232. Three lecture hours and one problem session per week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MATH 132, PHYS 231 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 241E - General Physics II
Second semester of introductory physics for engineers. Electrostatics, including conductors and insulators; DC circuits; magnetic forces and fields; magnetic effects of moving charges and currents; electromagnetic induction; Maxwell’s equations; electromagnetic oscillations and waves. Introduces geometrical and physical optics. Three lecture hours. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 142E and APMA 111 or MATH 132.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 241W - General Physics II Workshop
A required two-hour workshop accompanying PHYS 241E, including laboratory and tutorial activities. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: PHYS 241E.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 251 - Introductory Physics III:Electromagnetism
Third semester of a four-semester sequence for prospective physics and other science majors. Topics include electrostatics, circuits, electric and magnetic fields; electromagnetic waves. Three lecture hours, one problem hour. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 152, 231 or 142E; corequisite: MATH 231.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 252 - Introductory Physics IV:Quantum Physics
Fourth semester of a four-semester sequence for prospective physics and other science majors. Review of relativity; Introduction to quantum physics, atomic structure, nuclear and elementary particle physics, solid state physics and cosmology. Three lecture hours, one problem hour. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 232, 251, or 241E; corequisite: MATH 325P or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 254 - Fundamentals of Scientific Computing
Applications of computers to solving basic problems in physical science. Introduction to programming, use of external libraries, and implementation of basic algorithms with focus on numerical methods, error analysis and data fitting. No previous computer experience is required. One lecture and 2 two-hour lab sessions each week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: One semester of calculus and one semester of introductory physics (PHYS 151, 231, 142E, or 201) or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 304 - Physics of the Human Body
Application of basic physical principles to functions of the human body; studies selected aspects of hearing, vision, cardiovascular system, biomechanics, urinary system, and information handling. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 201, 231, or PHYS 151 & 152, or PHYS 142E; corequisite: PHYS 202 or 232 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 311 - Widely Applied Physics I
Applications of physical principles to a diverse set of phenomena. Topics include materials science and engineering, computers and electronics, nuclear physics and energy, astrophysics, aeronautics and space flight, communications technology, meteorology, and medical physics and imaging. Emphasis on conceptual issues, order of magnitude estimates, and dimensional analysis. PHYS 311 is not a prerequisite for PHYS 312. Three lecture hours and a discussion session each week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252 or PHYS 231, 232, and MATH 131, 132, 231.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 312 - Widely Applied Physics II
Applications of physical principles to a diverse set of phenomena. Topics include materials science and engineering, computers and electronics, nuclear physics and energy, astrophysics, aeronautics and space flight, communications technology, meteorology, and medical physics and imaging. Emphasis on conceptual issues, order of magnitude estimates, and dimensional analysis. PHYS 311 is not a prerequisite for PHYS 312. Three lecture hours and a discussion session each week. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252 or PHYS 231, 232, and MATH 131, 132, 231.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 315 - Electronics Laboratory
Analog and digital electronics for scientific applications, including the use of transistors, FET’s, operational amplifiers, TTL, and CMOS integrated circuits. Six laboratory hours. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 222 or 204.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 317 - Intermediate Laboratory I
Approximately five experiments drawn from the major fields of physics. Introduces precision apparatus, experimental techniques, and methods of evaluating experimental results. Outside report preparation is required. Six laboratory hours. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 222 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 318 - Intermediate Laboratory II
Approximately three to five experiments, selected in consultation with the instructor, emphasizing modern aspects. Outside library research and report preparation are required. Six laboratory hours. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 222 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 319 - Advanced Laboratory
Normally a single, semester-long experiment chosen in consultation with the instructor. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 321 - Classical Mechanics
Statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies treated with extensive use of vector calculus; includes the Lagrangian formulation of mechanics. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MATH 325 and PHYS 152 or 231 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 331 - Statistical Physics
Includes temperature and the laws of thermodynamics; introductory treatments of kinetic theory and statistical mechanics; and applications of Boltzmann, Bose-Einstein, and Fermi-Dirac distributions. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 252 and MATH 325, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 342 - Electricity and Magnetism I
Systematic treatment of electromagnetic phenomena with extensive use of vector calculus, including Maxwell’s equations. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MATH 325 and PHYS 251 or 232 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 343 - Electricity and Magnetism II
Includes Maxwell’s equations; electromagnetic waves and their interaction with matter; interference, diffraction, polarization; waveguides; and antennas. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 342.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 355 - Quantum Physics I
Includes quantum phenomena and an introduction to wave mechanics; the hydrogen atom and atomic spectra. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MATH 325, PHYS 252; corequisite: PHYS 321 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 356 - Quantum Physics II
Continuation of PHYS 355. Intermediate quantum mechanics including perturbation theory; application to systems of current interest. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 355.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 381 - Topics in Physics-Related Research Areas
Applies the principles and techniques of physics to related areas of physical or life sciences or technology with an emphasis on current research problems. (PHYS 381 is not prerequisite to PHYS 382.) (IR)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 382 - Topics in Physics-Related Research Areas
Applies the principles and techniques of physics to related areas of physical or life sciences or technology with an emphasis on current research problems. (PHYS 381 is not prerequisite to PHYS 382.) (IR)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 393 - Independent Study
For upper-level physics majors. A program of independent study carried out under the supervision of a faculty member and culminating in a written report or essay. May be taken more than once. (S-SS)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 342 and 355, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 519 - Electronics Lab
Practical electronics for scientists, from resistors to microprocessors. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 521 - Theoretical Mechanics
The statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. Discusses the methods of generalized coordinates, the Langrangian, Hamilton-Jacobi equations, action-angle variables, and the relation to quantum theory. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 321 and MATH 522, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 524 - Introduction to the Theory of General Relativity
Reviews special relativity and coordinate transformations. Includes the principle of equivalence; effects of gravitation on other systems and fields; general tensor analysis in curved spaces and gravitational field equations; Mach’s principle; tests of gravitational theories; Perihelion precession, red shift, bending of light, gyroscopic precession, radar echo delay; gravitational radiation; relativistic stellar structure and cosmography; and a short survey of cosmological models. (SI)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Advanced calculus through partial differentiation and multiple integration; vector analysis in three dimensions.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 525 - Mathematical Methods of Physics I
Discusses matrices, complex analysis, Fourier series and transforms, ordinary differential equations, special functions of mathematical physics, partial differential equations, general vector spaces, integral equations and operator techniques, Green’s functions, group theory. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MATH 521 and 522 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 531 - Optics
Includes reflection and refraction at interfaces, geometrical optics, interference phenomena, diffraction, Gaussian optics, and polarization. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 232, 241E, 251, or an equivalent college-level electromagnetism course; knowledge of vector calculus and previous exposure to Maxwell’s equations.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 532 - Fundamentals of Photonics
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the physics that underlies technologies such as lasers, optical time/frequency standards, laser gyros, and optical telecommunication. Covers the basic physics of lasers and laser beams, nonlinear optics, optical fibers, modulators and optical signal processing, detectors and measurements systems, and optical networks. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 531 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 547 - Introduction to Molecular Biophysics
Introduction to the physics of molecular structures and processes in living systems. Includes molecular structure analysis by X-ray (and neutron) diffraction; electronic configuration of atoms, groups, and small molecules of critical importance in biology; physical methods of macromolecular structure determination, in solution and in the solid state; thermodynamic and electronic factors underlying group interactions, proton dissociation, and charge distribution in macromolecule; solvent-macromolecule interactions; action spectroscopy; and rate processes in series and parallel. (IR)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 331 or CHEM 361, PHYS 355 or CHEM 362, MATH 521, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 551 - Special Topics in Classical and Modern Physics
Lectures on topics of current interest in physics research and pedagogy. May be repeated for credit. (IR)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 342, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 552 - Special Topics in Classical and Modern Physics
Lectures on topics of current interest in physics research and pedagogy. May be repeated for credit. (IR)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 342, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 553 - Computational Physics I
A review of computational methods for differentiation, integration, interpolation, finding zeroes, extrema, etc. proceeding to a concentration on numerical solutions of differential equations, basic spectral analysis, numerical methods for matrices and Monte Carlo simulation applied to problems in classical and modern physics. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 254; pre- or corequisite: PHYS 321 and PHYS 355, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 554 - Computational Physics II
Advanced topics in computational physics including numerical methods for partial differential equations, Monte Carlo modeling, advanced methods for linear systems, and special topics in computational physics. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHYS 553, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 562 - Introduction to Solid State Physics
Studies crystal structures, lattice vibrations and electronic properties of insulators, metals, and semiconductors; and superconductivity. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 572 - Introduction to Nuclear and Particle Physics
Studies subatomic structure; basic constituents and their mutual interactions. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PHYS 582 - Introduction to Nanophysics
An introduction to rapidly-evolving ideas in nanophysics. Covers the principles involved in the fabrication of nanosystems and in the measurement of phenomena on the nanoscale. Concepts necessary to appreciate applications in such areas as nano-electronics, nano-magnetism, nano-mechanics and nano-optics, are discussed. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: One course each in undergraduate-level quantum mechanics and statistical physics or instructor permission; knowledge of introductory-level wave mechanics and statistical mechanics; applications of Schroedinger equation, Bose-Einstein and Fer
Credits: 3
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PHYS 593 - Independent Study
Independent study supervised by a faculty member, culminating in a written report, essay, or examination. May be repeated for credit. (S)
Credits: 1 to 3
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ENPW 482 - Poetry Seminar
This seminar class, designed for students in the English Department’s Undergraduate Area Program in Poetry Writing, is a close readings course for serious makers and readers of poems. Seminar topics will vary by semester. (S)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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ENPW 491 - Poetry Thesis
Directed poetry writing project for students in the English Department’s Undergraduate Area Program in Poetry Writing, leading to completion of a manuscript of poems. Both courses are required for students in the Distinguished Majors Program. Graded on a year-long basis. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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ENPW 492 - Poetry Thesis
Directed poetry writing project for students in the English Department’s Undergraduate Area Program in Poetry Writing, leading to completion of a manuscript of poems. Both courses are required for students in the Distinguished Majors Program. Graded on a year-long basis. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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POL 121 - Introduction to Polish Language
Introduces students to the essentials of Polish grammar with emphasis on speaking and reading. (Y)
Credits: 3
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POL 122 - Introduction to Polish Language
Introduces students to the essentials of Polish grammar with emphasis on speaking and reading. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: POL 121 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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POL 221 - Intermediate Polish Language
Second-year continuation of POL 121, 122. (IR)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: POL 121, 122 and instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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POL 222 - Intermediate Polish Language
Second-year continuation of POL 121, 122. (IR)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: POL 121, 122 and instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PST 485 - Core Seminar in Political and Social Thought I
Study of great political and social thinkers and movements studied from a variety of disciplinary and genre viewpoints. Readings include classic texts, plays, novels, literature, current works of advocacy. Led by the program director, with occasional guest faculty; weekly response essays required. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PST major.
Credits: 3
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PST 487 - Core Seminar in Political and Social Thought II
Continuation of PST 485, with greater emphasis on contemporary works. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PST major.
Credits: 3
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PST 497Y - Thesis in Political and Social Thought
Prepared with the advice of two faculty members, the fourth-year PST thesis is a substantial, independent, year-long project built upon the student’s prior study in the program. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PST major.
Credits: 6
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PST 498Y - Workshop in Thesis Research
Taken in the fourth year, this workshop offers discussion with PST faculty on their current research and continuing presentation of students’ developing projects. (1 credit per term; graded C/NC) (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PST major.
Credits: 2
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Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law |
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PPL 201 - Morality, Law and the State
The importance of moral philosophy to the study of the legal and political institutions of the modern state. In addition to exploring the nature of morality and moral reasoning, the course deals with basic questions about the concept of law and the justification of the state. Possible topics include inalienable rights, distributive justice, civil disobedience, secession, and the priority of liberty. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PPL 401 - Research Seminar
This seminar, designed to facilitate the production and collective evaluation of 35-page research papers, is taught annually by the Director of the PPL Program and/or members of the Committee on Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Fourth-year PPL major.
Credits: 3
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PLPT 101 - Introduction to Political Theory
Introduces political philosophy as a mode of inquiry, and consideration of selected problems and writers in Western political theory. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PLPT 301 - Ancient and Medieval Political Theory
Studies the development of political theory from Greek antiquity through the medieval period. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PLPT 302 - Modern Political Thought
Studies the development of political theory from the Renaissance through the nineteenth century. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PLPT 303 - Contemporary Political Thought
Studies the course of political theory from the late 19th century through the present. Includes the major critical perspectives on modern politics and culture (existentialism, feminism, post-modernism, “critical theory”) and explores the problems that have preoccupied political theory in this period (alienation, language, individualism and discrimination). (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: One course in political theory or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PLPT 305 - Survey of American Political Theory
Surveys the development of the American tradition of free government emphasizing the major contributors and their critics. (Y)
Credits: 3
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PLPT 320 - African-American Political Thought
This course examines key figures and central concepts in African American political thought from the 19th through the 21st centuries. Issues addressed include the relationship between slavery and American democracy, separation vs. integration, and the promise and limitations of formal equality. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: one course in PLPT or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PLPT 403 - Democracy and Its Critics
Surveys the major contributors to democratic theory, the central problems that any democratic theory has to answer, and the criticisms leveled at the various philosophical attempts to give a firm ground for democratic practices. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: One course in PLPT or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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PLPT 404 - Hermeneutics of Political Theory
An introduction to leading theories in the field of textual interpretation with reference to major texts of the Western canon. (IR)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: a course in PLPT or permission of the instructor
Credits: 3
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PLPT 407 - Liberalism and its Critics
An exploration of the sources and origins of liberal political ideas, of the recent development of Rawlsian liberal theory, and of the most prominent contemporary critical responses to this body of thought. (Y)
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: At least one course in PLPT (preferably PLPT 302).
Credits: 3
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