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PHIL 330 - Ethics and Data Science
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): ALV
Domain (Reaching Out): CSI, NQR
This course is an introduction to some of the ethical and societal problems that are posed by recent developments in data science, artificial intelligence, and the pervasiveness of the Internet in everyday life. The course begins by introducing students to the nature of information and data, to two major normative ethical theories (consequentialism and deontology), and to some common biases and fallacies concerning probability and statistics. We will then explore moral issues concerning privacy and freedom in connection with big data and the Internet. What, if anything, justifies the right to privacy? How does privacy relate to autonomy and to property rights? Are traditional justifications of the right to privacy still adequate in the age of big data and social media? How does the right to freedom of speech interact with “echo chambers” and the spread of disinformation online? The course concludes by surveying a number of ethical problems posed by machine learning and artificial intelligence, such as: Should machine learning algorithms be transparent or interpretable by humans? How do biases arise in algorithms, and how can they be prevented or corrected? How do we make sense of questions of moral accountability in cases in which machines are autonomous? How will automation affect the nature of human labor, and how will it affect inequality? Should we be worried about the creation of a “superintelligence” that could destroy humanity?
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PHIL 335 - Philosophy of Language
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHIL 301 or consent of instructor
A survey of recent philosophical questions about language and meaning. Topics such as the following will be considered: reference, analyticity, speech acts, and semantic and syntactic theories. Focus will be on such figures as Russell, Austin, Quine, and Wittgenstein.
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PHIL 345 - Philosophy of Mind
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): One course in Philosophy, excluding PHIL 210 and PHIL 301.
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Critical analysis of contemporary theories concerning the nature of consciousness, the concept of the person and personal identity, and some theories of the relation of the mind to the body.
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PHIL 350 - Theory of Knowledge
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): One course in Philosophy, excluding PHIL 210 and PHIL 301.
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): ALV
Domain (Reaching Out): CSI, NQR
An examination of contemporary philosophical theories about such topics as the nature of knowledge, criteria for truth, perception, meaning, knowledge, validation of belief and skepticism.
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PHIL 375 - Metaphysics
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): One course in Philosophy, excluding PHIL 210 and PHIL 301.
A study of competing philosophical accounts of the nature of reality and the basic constituents of ontology. Topics may include persons, events, material objects, properties, propositions, and possible worlds.
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PHIL 403 - Advanced Topics in Value Theory
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Three courses in philosophy or consent of instructor
College Curriculum: COLL 400
A study of selected normative and theoretical problems in moral philosophy, such as the justification of ultimate moral principles, theories of social justice, or freedom and moral responsibility.
This course may be repeated for credit if there is no duplication of topics
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PHIL 415 - Advanced Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Three courses in Philosophy or consent of instructor
College Curriculum: COLL 400
An advanced study of selected topics on the nature of reality and our knowledge of it. Students are expected to write research papers, present material, and discuss course topics in seminar fashion.
This course may be repeated for credit if there is no duplication of topics
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PHIL 422 - Great Philosophers
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Three courses in Philosophy or consent of instructor
College Curriculum: COLL 400
Domain (Anchored): ALV
A systematic study of the thought of a great philosopher such as Descartes, Spinoza, Hume or Wittgenstein. The particular philosopher to be studied is designated each time the course is offered.
This course may be repeated for credit
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PHIL 431 - Advanced Seminar in Philosophy
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Three courses in philosophy or consent of the instructor.
College Curriculum: COLL 400
Special advanced topics of interest to faculty and students will be discussed in seminar fashion. Students in the course are expected to write and present papers for discussion.
This course may be repeated for credit
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PHIL 432 - Advanced Seminar in Philosophy
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Three courses in philosophy or consent of the instructor.
College Curriculum: COLL 400
Special advanced topics of interest to faculty and students will be discussed in seminar fashion. Students in the course are expected to write and present papers for discussion.
This course may be repeated for credit
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PHIL 441 - Independent Study in Philosophy
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or eight courses in philosophy and departmental approval prior to registration
Domain (Anchored): ALV
Individually supervised study of special topics. (Description of requirements available on philosophy department website.)
This course may be repeated for credit
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PHIL 442 - Independent Study in Philosophy
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or eight courses in philosophy or departmental approval prior to registration
Domain (Anchored): ALV
Individually supervised study of special topics. (Description of requirements available on philosophy department website.)
This course may be repeated for credit
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PHIL 460 - Advanced Logic
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHIL 301 or consent of instructor
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Systematic investigation of topics in logic drawn from such areas as system construction, proof theory, modal and deontic logic, and abstract set theory.
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PHIL 495 - Honors
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval prior to registration
Students wishing to do Honors work in philosophy should submit a written request to the chair by February 15 of their junior year. Students should see the department chair for a detailed statement of the requirements of the Honors program and the specification of the information that is to be included in the written request for Honors study.
Note: See section on Major Honors program for general requirements and procedures.
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PHIL 496 - Honors
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval prior to registration
Domain (Anchored): ALV
Students wishing to do Honors work in philosophy should submit a written request to the chair by February 15 of their junior year. Students should see the department chair for a detailed statement of the requirements of the Honors program and the specification of the information that is to be included in the written request for Honors study.
Note: See section on Major Honors program for general requirements and procedures.
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PHYS 100 - Concepts and Questions in Physics
Credits: (4)
College Curriculum: COLL 100
An exploration of significant questions, concepts, theories and discoveries in physics and astronomy for first-year students. Although topics vary, the courses also seek to improve students’ communication skills beyond the written word.
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PHYS 101 - General Physics I
Credits: (3)
Corequisite(s): MATH 111 - MATH 112 recommended
Domain (Anchored): NQR
PHYS 101-102 is a two-semester calculus-based sequence designed to develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts of physics for students considering majoring in one of the sciences or mathematics. Emphasis in Physics 101 is placed upon Newtonian mechanics and applications. Co-registration in the laboratory PHYS 101L is not required, but strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 101, 101H, or 107.
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PHYS 101H - General Physics I - Honors
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission Corequisite(s): MATH 111 - MATH 112 recommended
PHYS 101H is an honors section of PHYS 101 that is open to students who have a good preparation for and a strong interest in physics. Physics 101H offers a more in-depth treatment of topics covered in PHYS 101, and includes more sophisticated examples. Prior exposure to calculus will be assumed. Co-registration in the laboratory PHYS 101L is not required, but strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 101, 101H, or 107.
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PHYS 101L - General Physics I Laboratory
Credits: (1)
Corequisite(s): PHYS 101 / PHYS 101H , PHYS 102 /PHYS 102H
Laboratory techniques in general physics.
Two and one half laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PHYS 102 - General Physics II
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101 Corequisite(s): MATH 111 - MATH 112 recommended
PHYS 101-102 is a two-semester calculus-based sequence designed to develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts of physics for students considering majoring in one of the sciences or mathematics. Emphasis in Physics 102 is placed upon thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism,
waves, optics, and applications. Co-enrollment in the laboratory PHYS 102L is strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 102, 102H, or 108.
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PHYS 102H - General Physics II - Honors
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission Corequisite(s): MATH 111 - MATH 112 recommended
PHYS 102H is an honors section of PHYS 102 that is open to students who have a good preparation for and a strong interest in physics. Physics 102H offers a more in-depth treatment of topics covered in PHYS 102, and includes more sophisticated examples. Prior exposure to calculus will be assumed. Co-registration in the laboratory PHYS 102L is not required, but strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 102, 102H, or 108.
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PHYS 102L - General Physics II Laboratory
Credits: (1)
Corequisite(s): PHYS 101 /PHYS 101H , PHYS 102 /PHYS 102H )
Laboratory techniques in general physics.
Two and one half laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PHYS 107 - Physics for the Life Sciences I
Credits: (3)
Domain (Anchored): NQR
PHYS 107-108 is a two-semester algebra-based sequence designed to cover the fundamental concepts of physics for students in the life sciences, including pre-meds. Emphasis is placed on Newtonian mechanics, fluids and waves. High school science as well as algebra and trigonometry are
assumed. Co-registration in the laboratory PHYS 107L is not required, but strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 101, 101H, or 107.
Note:
PHYS 101
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PHYS 107L - Physics for the Life Sciences I Lab
Credits: (1)
Corequisite(s): PHYS 107 , PHYS 108
Laboratory techniques in physics for the life sciences.
Two and one half laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PHYS 108 - Physics for the Life Sciences II
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 107
Domain (Anchored): NQR
PHYS 107-108 is a two-semester algebra-based sequence designed to cover the fundamental concepts of physics for students in the life sciences, including pre-meds. Emphasis is placed on thermodynamics, electric and magnetic fields, simple circuits, optics and some modern physics. High
school science as well as algebra and trigonometry are assumed. Co-registration in the laboratory PHYS 108L is not required, but strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 102, 102H, or 108.
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PHYS 121 - Physics of Music
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Domain (Reaching Out): ALV
Basic concepts of physics, particularly acoustics, needed for an understanding of the properties of sound and music. The course will be in the form of a workshop and students will participate in the performance of experiments which illustrate the ideas.
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PHYS 150 - First-Year Seminar
Credits: (4)
College Curriculum: COLL 150
An exploration of a specific topic in physics and astronomy. A grade of C- or better fulfills the COLL 150 requirement. Although topics vary, the courses emphasize academic writing skills, reading and analysis of texts, and discussion.
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PHYS 155 - Freshman Research
Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission
Research opportunity for Freshmen having an unusually strong background in Physics. Students will work with an individual faculty member on a research project.
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PHYS 171 - Planetary and Stellar Astronomy
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Domain (Reaching Out): ALV, CSI
This course is intended for anyone interested in learning about planetary and stellar astronomy. (Galactic astronomy and cosmology are covered in PHYS 172: Stellar and Galactic Astronomy and Cosmology.) In addition to our coverage of the scientific ground of the subject, we will also discuss the technological advances that have made major discoveries possible. Along the way, we will include two interludes of a week’s duration each that will allow us to explore the wider historical context of the material, via exploration of historical periods that have important Astronomy events in them and also connections to Theater through analysis of the play “Galileo” by Bertolt Brecht and Copenhagen by Michael Frayn.
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PHYS 172 - Stellar and Galactic Astronomy and Cosmology
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Domain (Reaching Out): ALV, CSI
Star classifications, stellar evolution and stellar remnants, distance scales in the universe, galactic structure and evolution, galactic superclusters. The past history of the universe and the experimental evidence for the big bang. The beginning and the end of the universe. Included will be discussions of the historical ramifications of the discoveries of the early 20th century and the philosophical implications of study of the beginning of the universe (or universes).
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PHYS 177 - Astronomy Laboratory (Lab)
Credits: (1)
Prereq/Corequisite(s): PHYS 171 or PHYS 172
Domain (Anchored): NQR
A series of experiments is undertaken with the goal of understanding both the scientific method of measurement and the laws of nature as they apply to astronomy.
Two and one-half laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PHYS 201 - Modern Physics
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101 , PHYS 102 or PHYS 107 , PHYS 108
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Domain (Reaching Out): CSI
20th-century developments in physics. Relativity theory; the nature of space and time, the paradox of the twins, the equivalence of mass and energy. Introductory quantum theory; the particle nature of light, the wave nature of electrons, atomic and molecular structure, the structure of the nucleus and the discovery of new particles. This course is appropriate for all those majoring in science or mathematics.
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PHYS 208 - Classical Mechanics of Particles and Waves I
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 with a grade of C- or better, or instructor permission.
Prereq/Corequisite(s): MATH 212
The simple harmonic oscillator, coupled oscillations and normal modes, variational methods, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, central forces. Overview of relevant mathematical methods.
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PHYS 213 - Introduction to Modern Optics
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Domain (Reaching Out): ALV
This course introduces the basic optics concepts and their applications, such as geometrical optics and optical instrumentation design; wave optics and interaction with matter; quantum optics and lasers. Connections to visual arts are explored and practiced.
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PHYS 251 - Experimental Atomic Physics
Credits: (2)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101L or PHYS 107L , or PHYS 108L Corequisite(s): PHYS 201
Fundamental experiments in atomic physics. Modern scientific methods and instruments are used in such classic experiments as the measurement of the speed of light, the Millikan oil drop experiment, the photo-electric effect and optical spectroscopy.
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PHYS 252 - Electronics
Credits: (2)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 102 / PHYS 102L or PHYS 108 / PHYS 108L
Introduction to electronics, with an emphasis on analog circuits. Theory, design, simulation, debugging, and application of circuits using passive and active components.
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PHYS 255 - Sophomore Research
Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission
Research opportunity for Sophomores having an unusually strong background in Physics. Students will work with an individual faculty member on a research project.
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PHYS 256 - Practical Computing for Scientists
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 112 or MATH 132
This course will focus on breaking scientific problems into algorithmic pieces that can be solved using computational methods in MATLAB. Root finding, linear and non-linear equations, numerical modeling, optimization, random processes, graphical data presentation and fitting, scientific documentation preparation.
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PHYS 301 - Introduction to Mathematical Physics
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 212 or MATH 213
Vector analysis, complex variables, matrices, series solutions of differential equations, orthogonal functions and partial differential equations.
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PHYS 303 - Classical Mechanics of Particles and Waves II
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 208
Scattering, rigid body rotation, inertia tensor, noninertial frames, continuum mechanics and wave motion, special relativity, nonlinear dynamics and chaos.
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PHYS 309 - Undergraduate Seminar
Credits: (1)
Discussion of contemporary research in physics. Faculty members give survey talks during the first part of the semester. During the second part, students give talks based on their reading and research.
May be repeated for credit.
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PHYS 313 - Quantum Mechanics I
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 , PHYS 208
Fundamentals of non-relativistic quantum mechanics, solutions of the Schrodinger equation in one and three dimensions, symmetry, identical particles.
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PHYS 314 - Quantum Mechanics II
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 , PHYS 208
Perturbation theory and other approximate methods, applications of quantum mechanics for atomic, solid state and nuclear physics.
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PHYS 351 - Scientific Instrumentation Laboratory
Credits: (2)
Design and construction of digital circuits. Computer-based control of digital devices used in experimental research.
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PHYS 352 - Experimental Modern Physics
Credits: (2)
Experiments in atomic, nuclear, solid state and elementary particle physics.
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PHYS 355 - Junior Research
Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission
Research opportunity for Juniors having an unusually strong background in Physics. Students will work with an individual faculty member on a research project.
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PHYS 357 - Careers in Physics
Credits: (1)
Presentations and discussion of a wide spectrum of career options for physics graduates. Invited speakers from private enterprises, the public sector, and nonprofit organizations will describe opportunities and experiences in their professions.
Course may be repeated for credit when the instructor determines there will not be duplication of material.
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PHYS 401 - Electricity and Magnetism I
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 208
Development of the theory of electricity and magnetism including electrostatics, magnetostatics and Maxwell’s equations.
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PHYS 402 - Electricity and Magnetism II
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 401
Continued development of the theory of electromagnetism, Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves and radiation, and special relativity.
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PHYS 403 - Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201
Introduction to quantum statistical mechanics and thermal physics. Definitions of accessible quantum states, entropy, free energy, temperature and partition function for noninteracting systems. Derivation and interpretation of the physical and thermodynamic properties of classical and quantum gases, solids, thermal radiation and diffusive equilibrium.
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PHYS 404 - Quantum Physics: Research Applications
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 313 , PHYS 314
Applications of quantum physics to modern research topics. The course will focus on areas (to be determined by the instructor) such as : electronic and magnetic properties of solids, atomic and optical physics, or nuclear and particle physics.
May be repeated for credit when the instructor determines that there will not be a duplication of material
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PHYS 411 - Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201
Use of physical and chemical methods to synthesize nanoparticles of 0-dimensional, 1-dimensional (nanotubes, nanowires, nanorods, and nanofibrils), and 2-dimensional (nanoribbons and nanosheets) morphologies. Synthesis and assembly of particles with shapes, hierarchical particles and Janus particles. Chemical, physical, mechanical, optical, thermal, electrical and magnetic properties of nanomaterials. Characterization of nanomaterials based on microscopy and spectroscopy. Interfacial properties of particles and dispersion, liquid-state processing of nanoparticles and self-assembly. Applications: multi-functional nanocomposites, meta-materials, plasmonics, photovoltaics, drug delivery, medical diagnostics and therapy.
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PHYS 451 - Physics Research
Credits: (1-3)
College Curriculum: COLL 400
Independent study including bibliographic and experimental or theoretical research and a research paper. The student will be required to submit a preliminary draft of the research paper during the first semester and will be expected to work closely with an advisor both in the actual research and in preparation of an acceptable report. If satisfactorily completed, this course will meet the departmental writing requirement.
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PHYS 452 - Physics Research
Credits: (1-3)
College Curriculum: COLL 400
Independent study including bibliographic and experimental or theoretical research and a research paper. The student will be required to submit a preliminary draft of the research paper during the first semester and will be expected to work closely with an advisor both in the actual research and in preparation of an acceptable report. If satisfactorily completed, this course will meet the departmental writing requirement.
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PHYS 471 - Capstone Engineering Design Senior Project
Credits: (3)
Prereq/Corequisite(s): APSC 251
A full-year sequence focused on engineering design processes, professional practices and expectations (e.g. communication, teamwork, and ethics), project management, introduction technical business and entrepreneurial practices, design communication, and an overview of careers opportunities in applied physics and engineering. The centerpiece of the project is a year-long team-based faculty-mentored applied design project. The course includes a 75 minute weekly classroom meeting, weekly team meetings with mentors, and the expectation substantial out-of-class involvement.
Cross-listed with: APSC 471
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PHYS 472 - Capstone Engineering Design Senior Project
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 471
College Curriculum: COLL 400
A full-year sequence focused on engineering design processes, professional practices and expectations (e.g. communication, teamwork, and ethics), project management, introduction technical business and entrepreneurial practices, design communication, and an overview of careers opportunities in applied physics and engineering. The centerpiece of the project is a year-long team-based faculty-mentored applied design project. The course includes a 75 minute weekly classroom meeting, weekly team meetings with mentors, and the expectation substantial out-of-class involvement.
Cross-listed with: APSC 472
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PHYS 476 - Modern Astrophysics
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 303 , PHYS 313 Corequisite(s): PHYS 401
An introduction of modern astrophysics. Topics may include stellar characteristics and evolution, galactic structure, cosmology, general relativity and the tools and techniques of astronomy and astrophysics.
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PHYS 481 - Topics in Physics
Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
May be repeated for credit when the instructor determines that there will not be a duplication of material.
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PHYS 482 - Topics in Physics
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
May be repeated for credit when the instructor determines that there will not be a duplication of material.
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PHYS 495 - Honors
Credits: (3)
Students admitted to Honors study in physics will be enrolled in this course during both semesters of their senior year. Each candidate will be responsible for (a) reading and discussion of a selected list of books in some specific area of the literature of physics; (b) the preparation and presentation by April 15 of an Honors essay based on the student’s own research, or part of a major research project; (c) satisfactory completion of a comprehensive oral examination on essay and related topics. If successfully completed this course will satisfy the College writing requirement. In addition to the major course requirements, the department requirements for Honors specify PHYS 314 and PHYS 403 , as well as either PHYS 303 or PHYS 402 , and either PHYS 351 or PHYS 352 . Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
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PHYS 496 - Honors
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 400
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Students admitted to Honors study in physics will be enrolled in this course during both semesters of their senior year. Each candidate will be responsible for (a) reading and discussion of a selected list of books in some specific area of the literature of physics; (b) the preparation and presentation by April 15 of an Honors essay based on the student’s own research, or part of a major research project; (c) satisfactory completion of a comprehensive oral examination on essay and related topics. If successfully completed this course will satisfy the College writing requirement. For students graduating before Spring 2015: In addition to the major course requirements, the department requirements for Honors specify PHYS 303 and 351 PHYS 351 , as well as either PHYS 314 or PHYS 402 . For students graduating Spring 2015 or later: In addition to the major course requirements, the department requirements for Honors specify PHYS 314 and PHYS 403 , as well as either PHYS 303 or PHYS 402 , and either PHYS 351 or PHYS 352 . Students graduating in Spring 2015 may choose to use the earlier set of course requirements instead. In applying for Honors, students must submit a proposal to the undergraduate committee during the semester preceding enrollment.
Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
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PSYC 100 - Critical Questions in Psychology
Credits: (4)
College Curriculum: COLL 100
An exploration of significant questions and concepts, beliefs and creative visions, theories and discoveries in Psychology for first-year students. Although topics vary, the courses also seek to improve students’ communication skills beyond the written word.
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PSYC 150 - First Year Seminar
Credits: (4)
College Curriculum: COLL 150
An exploration of a specific topic in Psychology. A grade of C- or better fulfills the COLL 150 requirement. Although topics vary, the courses emphasize academic writing skills, reading and analysis of texts, and discussion.
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PSYC 201 - Introduction to Psychology as a Natural Science
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Domain (Reaching Out): CSI
A study of basic principles of behavior, in sensation and perception, conditioning and learning, drives and motivation, response mechanisms and cognitive processes.
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PSYC 202 - Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science
Credits: (3)
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): CSI
Domain (Reaching Out): NQR
An examination of basic concepts in abnormal, developmental, personality and social psychology, normality and deviation, behavior modification, stages of development, personality traits, motives, attitudes and social perceptions.
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PSYC 301 - Elementary Statistics
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 or PSYC 202 Corequisite(s): PSYC 301L
College Curriculum: MATH
An introduction to statistics, both descriptive and inferential, including analysis of variance and correlation. Hypothesis testing and the analysis of research data are strongly emphasized.
There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 302 - Experimental Methods
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 Corequisite(s): PSYC 302L
An introduction to empirical research with emphasis upon the methods by which psychological data are obtained. The course will consider naturalistic and correlational methods as well as experimental techniques.
Note: Please note other statistics courses cannot be used to replace PSYC 301 as a prerequisite for this course. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 305 - Sexuality
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 . Junior or senior standing
The study of behaviors associated with courtship and reproduction with an emphasis on humans. Topics include biological and environmental determinants of sexual behavior, physiology and psychology of sexual response, and gender differences.
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PSYC 310 - Developmental Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): CSI
Domain (Reaching Out): NQR
A survey of human development from prenatal development through adolescence with emphasis on perceptual, cognitive, and socioemotional processes.
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PSYC 311 - Cognitive Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): CSI
Additional Domain (if applicable): NQR
The course examines human cognition. Topics include: perception, action, attention, memory, thinking, and language. Students will be introduced to the major theoretical perspectives and important empirical research findings from related fields of cognitive psychology, cognitive science and cognitive neuroscience.
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PSYC 312 - Personality Theory
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202
Domain (Anchored): CSI
A survey of contemporary theory in the field with emphasis upon its empirical foundations and future possibilities.
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PSYC 313 - Physiological Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): CSI
Additional Domain (if applicable): NQR
Physiological basis of behavior with emphasis on mechanisms in perception, learning, emotion and motivation.
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PSYC 314 - Social Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202
Domain (Anchored): CSI
This course examines the effects of social context on the behavior of the individual, with emphasis on prominent theories and research. Topics include social perception, attitude organization and change, the social consequences of individual motives, interpersonal influence, and the application of social psychology to contemporary social issues.
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PSYC 315 - Foundations of Learning and Memory
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201
Domain (Anchored): NQR
Explores the basis of complex human and animal behavior from a general-process approach seeking to understand evolved processes of learning that apply to many different situations. Topics: why behavior changes, classical and instrumental conditioning, punishment, biological basis of learning, and animal cognition.
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PSYC 317 - Sensation & Perception
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): CSI
Additional Domain (if applicable): NQR
Survey of topics with specific emphasis on the perceptual experiences in the mind and brain.
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PSYC 318 - Abnormal Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202
Domain (Anchored): CSI
A survey of behavior pathology including the neuroses and psychoses and their relationship to current conceptions of normal personality.
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PSYC 350 - Community Psychology and Prevention
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202
This course explores community psychology and the role of illness prevention and health promotion in mental health. Contemporary prevention theory emphasizing an ecological and developmental approach to understanding risk and protective factors is presented. State-of-the-art model programs and community-based approaches are highlighted.
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PSYC 351 - Evolutionary Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202
An approach to psychological science based on the assumption that human brains/minds were designed by natural selection to solve adaptive problems faced recurrently by our distant ancestors, with important implications for understanding behavior in contemporary environments.
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PSYC 352 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202
College Curriculum: COLL 200
Domain (Anchored): CSI
Additional Domain (if applicable): NQR
This course is intended to introduce students to the field of crosscultural psychology. Students will learn about the contributions of cross-cultural research to the field of psychology, and how crosscultural research has expanded our understanding of the applicability of prevalent psychological theories to non-Western populations.
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PSYC 353 - History and Systems of Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202
From Greek Philosophy to the present with special emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. The rise of the major systems: Existential and Humanistic Psychology, Structuralism, Functionalism, Gestalt Psychology, Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism. Some current issues such as the “cognitive revolution,” dialectics, genetic epistemology and phenomenological research will be discussed.
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PSYC 354 - Motivation and Emotion
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202
Theories and facts of motivation and emotion and consideration of their differences. Emphasis on theory and research.
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PSYC 355 - Cognitive Science
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201
This course surveys a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches to the scientific study of intelligent thought and behavior in humans, other animals and machines. We will address questions like: how does the mind work? Can computers be conscious? Does language shape thought? Students will explore possible answers to these questions and others by approaching them from the fields of philosophy, computer science, neuroscience, linguistics and cognitive psychology.
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PSYC 356 - Health Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202
Domain (Anchored): CSI
An overview of psychological theory, research and practice concerning the prevention, treatment, and progression of illness and the promotion of health. Specific topics include changing health habits, stress, pain, chronic and terminal illness, and the health-care delivery system.
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PSYC 358 - First Language Acquisition
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): LING 220 or ANTH 204 or PSYC 202
Introduction to the study of how children acquire their first language. Topics include: the perception and production of speech; word learning; combining words into sentences; communicative competence; theories and methods of investigation.
Cross-listed with: LING 358
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PSYC 360 - Adult Development
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 and PSYC 202
This course will provide an interdisciplinary overview of current theory and research on the entire adult lifespan from young adulthood to midlife to older adulthood. Conceptual frameworks and empirical evidence related to physiological, psychological, and social dimensions of adult development and aging will be considered.
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PSYC 370 - Psycholinguistics
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): LING 220 or ANTH 204 or PSYC 201
Introduction to the interdisciplinary study of how humans acquire, produce and comprehend language. Topics include sentence processing and representation; speech perception,
word retrieval, theories and methods of investigation.
Cross-listed with: LING 370
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PSYC 402 - Exceptional Children
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 310
A consideration of the problems involved in providing psychological programs for the care of exceptional children. An overview of relevant research and treatment techniques will be combined with practical experience in field settings with exceptional children.
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PSYC 404 - Practicum in Community Psychology and Prevention
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 320
Supervised learning experiences provide opportunities to relate theoretical knowledge with the delivery of psychological services in the community. Students combine practicum with readings tailored to their placement. A wide range of community based psychological training opportunities is available.
One lecture hour, field trips, and four-eight hours/week in the community.
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PSYC 406 - Service Learning in Developmental Psychology
Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 202 , PSYC 310
Students will engage in a service learning experience that involves five or more hours per week of observation and volunteer work at various community organizations (or field placements) for children or adolescents. Classroom meetings will involve discussion of the philosophy of service learning and will provide students with a forum to share their field observations in the context of assigned readings that address various developmental issues and theory.
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PSYC 408 - Service Learning in Clinincal Psychology
Credits: (3)
This course considers issues that arise when implementing clinical psychological approaches within diverse communities, especially those communities traditionally underserved by our healthcare system. Students engage in service with a local organization that seeks to address mental health needs. Classroom discussions cover topics at the intersection of social justice and clinical/counseling psychology, with an eye toward understanding and addressing the factors that maintain inequality in mental health treatment.
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PSYC 410 - Research in Developmental Psychology
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 310 Corequisite(s): PSYC 410L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
An examination of contemporary issues in developmental research. Research methods are considered in conjunction with a review of current literature in areas such as early socialization, cognitive development and behavior problems. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 411 - Cognition and Thinking
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 311 Corequisite(s): PSYC 411L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
An examination of the research and theory that helps describe and explain the structure and function of the mind. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 412 - Research in Personality
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 312
Corequisite(s): PSYC 412L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
An overview of research methods in the study of personality. Specific research topics such as achievement, motivation, aggression, anxiety, cognitive styles, intelligence and abilities, interpersonal attraction, locus of control, personalogy, self concept and gender differences will be reviewed in detail. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 413 - Research in Physiological Psychology
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 313 Corequisite(s): PSYC 413L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
An advanced course in physiological psychology with emphasis on the anatomical and neurochemical basis of learning and memory. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 414 - Research Methods in Social Psychology
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 314
Corequisite(s): PSYC 414L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
This course concerns the methods used in contemporary social psychology. The primary emphasis is on laboratory experimentation, but other methods, including field research are considered. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 415 - Research in Animal Cognition
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 315 . Corequisite(s): PSYC 415L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
An examination of psychological mechanisms in animals that subserve such cognitive processes as perception, attention, working and reference memory, associative learning, spatial navigation, time perception, counting, concept learning and primate cognition. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 417 - Research in Sensation & Perception
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 317 . Corequisite(s): PSYC 417L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
The course is concerned with the processes by which persons come to understand their environment. It considers what changes in the environment stimulate the senses and how the nervous system operates on this change to form projections about the real world. Students will be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 418 - Research in Abnormal Psychology
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 318 Corequisite(s): PSYC 418L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
This course will cover an in depth study of issues and approaches to classifying and understanding the origins of selected adult mental disorders. Students will also be required to develop and complete an empirical research project on a course-related topic.
There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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PSYC 422 - Behavior Modification
Credits: (4)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 201 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 301 , PSYC 302 , PSYC 318 Corequisite(s): PSYC 422L
College Curriculum: COLL 400
This course will acquaint students with both techniques and research issues in behavior modification. Laboratory sessions will be devoted to gaining experience with the processes described and to preparing and implementing individual research projects.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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