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ORG 434 - Advanced Human Resources Management (4)
Discussion of advanced topics in human resources. Topics include compensation, employee involvement, information systems, development, assessment and selection. A project is required.
Prerequisite(s): ORG 331 and (QMM 241 or QMM 250), with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course and junior standing.
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ORG 460 - Compensation and Benefits (4)
This course introduces issues in compensation and benefit administration. It examines practice context, the criteria used for compensation and benefits, design and implementation issues. Exercises and case studies will demonstrate these concepts.
Prerequisite(s): ORG 331 and (QMM 241 or QMM 250) with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course and junior standing.
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ORG 470 - International Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management (4)
Examines both international organizational behavior and human resource management in order to prepare for work in a global environment. Cross-cultural training, managing global managers, compensation, labor relations and repatriation are among the topics covered. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): ORG 331, junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
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ORG 480 - Topics in Organizational Management (4)
Intensive study of organizational behavior and/or human resource management topics. Topics vary from term to term. Sample topics: career development, industrial health and safety, etc. May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
Prerequisite(s): ORG 331, junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class. Additional prerequisites may be required depending on the type of course being offered.
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ORG 490 - Independent Study (2 or 4)
Qualified and highly motivated students may engage in individual research, directed readings or group study under the supervision of a faculty member. Offered every term. May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
Prerequisite(s): major standing, junior standing, an overall GPA of 3.00 or better and an approved contract prior to registration.
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Philosophy |
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PHL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy (4)
Study of the main types and problems of Western philosophy. Readings are chosen to illustrate the development of Western thought from the ancient Greeks to the present. Offered every semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
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PHL 102 - Introduction to Logic (4)
The relationship between conclusions and statements given in support of them. In addition to elementary deductive and inductive logic, topics may include analysis of ordinary arguments, argument by analogy and informal fallacies. Offered every semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
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PHL 103 - Introduction to Ethics (4)
Major ethical analyses of right and wrong, good and evil, from the ancient Greeks to the present. Appeals to custom, theology, happiness, reason and human nature will be examined as offering viable criteria for judgments on contemporary issues of moral concern. Offered every semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
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PHL 104 - Introduction to Ethics in Science and Engineering (4)
Survey of canonical works in the history of Western ethical theory providing students a critical understanding of a plurality of viable ideas, principles, and criteria by which to evaluate and judge contemporary issues of ethical concern in the practice of science and engineering. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
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PHL 107 - Introduction to Symbolic Logic (4)
Formal or symbolic logic is a study of what makes deductive arguments valid, employing symbols to represent sentences, words, phrases, etc. in order to reveal the formal structure of the arguments. Offered every year. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
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PHL 200 - Fact, Value, and Knowledge (4)
Intermediate examination of central issues and problems of metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics: mind, knowledge, will, action, and conflict. Focus on the methodology of philosophy, including key skills in writing and reasoning. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 102, 103 or 107.
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PHL 204 - Ancient Greek Philosophy (4)
Development of philosophical thought in Greece, from its beginning around 600 B.C.E. to the Hellenistic period. Emphasis on Plato and Aristotle. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 102, 103, 107, or 200 or permission of instructor.
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PHL 205 - Medieval Philosophy (4)
Survey of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic medieval philosophy. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 102, 103, 107, or 200, or permission of instructor.
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PHL 206 - Early Modern Philosophy (4)
Development of philosophical thought in Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. Emphasis on Descartes, Locke, Hume and Kant. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 102, 103, 107, or 200, or permission of instructor.
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PHL 300 - Topics in Philosophy (4)
One philosophical topic or problem at an intermediate level of difficulty. Topic to be announced in the Schedule of Classes for each semester. May be repeated for additional credit under different subtitle.
Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course.
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PHL 305 - Philosophy of Gender (4)
Philosophical issues relating to gender are explored. Different approaches toward dealing with sexism will be examined, as part of an ongoing analysis of what constitutes human nature, freedom, equality and the relationship between the individual and the state. Identical with WGS 307.
Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or one course in women and gender studies.
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PHL 307 - European Philosophy Since Kant (4)
Among the major philosophers included are Hegel, Marx, Nietzsche and Sartre. Several types of Marxism and existentialism will be distinguished and their influence in this country will be discussed. Offered every two years.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103, 200, 204, 205, or 206.
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PHL 308 - Twentieth Century British and American Philosophy (4)
The issues that have dominated Anglo-American philosophy in the 20th century. The course will trace the history that has led Americans and Britons to look at philosophy in a new way, appropriate to our scientific world-view.
Prerequisite(s): one course in logic (PHL 107 recommended) or PHL 206.
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PHL 309 - Philosophy of Sexuality (4)
Philosophical issues related to sex, including ethical issues and clarification of contested concepts such as homosexuality, consenting adults, and pornography.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103, or 200, or WGS 200.
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PHL 311 - Philosophy of International Relations: Law, War and Peace (4)
Considers competing theories of global ethics, diplomacy, international law, just warfare, nationalism, military duty, disarmament, pacifism, non-violent resistance, civil strife, and terrorism. Offered every two years.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103, or 200, or PS 114 or AN 200 or SOC 205.
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PHL 312 - Aesthetics (4)
The nature of aesthetic experience and aesthetic judgment in the appreciation of nature and art. Major theories of the creation and structure of works of art, and the logic and semantics of aesthetic judgment. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): either one course in philosophy; or one general education writing intensive course in art, music, or literature; or permission of instructor.
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PHL 313 - Social Good and Respect in Moral Theory (4)
Nature and relationship between means and ends in moral theory are considered. When, if ever, do the ends justify the means? Considers potential conflict between social good and the rights of individuals in this light. Examines attempts to reconcile these important aspects of moral theory.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 103 strongly recommended and junior or senior standing.
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PHL 314 - Ethics, Language and Reality (4)
Considers competing theories about the nature, meaning and reality of moral terms. What do moral terms mean? Do they refer to properties? Alternatively, do moral terms refer to emotional states of a person who uses such terms? What is the role of identity or human nature in moral language? Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103, or 200; and either PHL 107 or 370.
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PHL 316 - Ethics In Business (4)
Review of basic ethical theory, and application to typical moral problems in business practices and institutions.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing, PHL 103.
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PHL 318 - Bioethics (4)
Central ethical issues in modern health care and research. Included are the distribution and allocation of health resources, the right to life and death, “informed consent” and eugenics. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 103 recommended.
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PHL 319 - Philosophy of Law (4)
The nature of law and legal obligation, with emphasis on the relation of law, coercion and morality. Attention is also given to such issues as the nature of legal reasoning, the justifiability of civil disobedience and the justification of punishment. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103 or 200, or PS 241.
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PHL 320 - Global Justice (4)
Considers ethical issues surrounding global poverty, international inequality, transnational institutional governance, human rights, international trade, immigration, and climate change.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103 or 200, or PS 114 or AN 200 or SOC 205.
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PHL 321 - Political Philosophy (4)
The meanings of central concepts in political philosophy, such as justice, freedom and authority, are examined through readings in classical political philosophers and crucial problems. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101, 103, or 200, or PS 131 or SOC 205.
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PHL 325 - Philosophy of Religion (4)
Examination of arguments for and against the existence of God, the nature of religious language, and relations between religion and philosophy. Offered every other year. Identical with REL 325.
Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy or religious studies or permission of instructor.
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PHL 329 - Philosophy of Science (4)
Philosophical problems arising from critical reflection on the sciences. Typical topics: the structure of scientific explanation, the nature of scientific laws and theories, causality and confirmation. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or one in natural science.
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PHL 330 - Topics in the Philosophy of Science (4)
Specialized topics such as philosophy of biology, philosophy of the social sciences, philosophy of technology, or the history and philosophy of science will be offered periodically. Topic to be announced in the Schedule of Classes.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and one course in philosophy or consent of instructor.
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PHL 331 - Philosophy of Biology (4)
Philosophical examination of issues arising out of modern biology such as the nature of species, the mechanisms of natural selection, and the implications of evolutionary theory for topics such as philosophy of mind, epistemology, social and political theory, ethics and medicine.
Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or one course in biology; PHL 329 recommended.
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PHL 333 - Theories of Knowledge (4)
Critical examination of knowledge claims and of the types of justification given in their support. Typical topics: skepticism, empiricism, rationalism, believing and knowing, intuition and limits of knowledge. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course; PHL 206 recommended.
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PHL 335 - Consciousness and Persons (4)
Exploration of central questions about the nature of consciousness and persons. What is consciousness? How does consciousness relate to the physical world? What are persons? How do persons relate to bodies? Do persons persist over time? Can persons survive biological death?
Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy or psychology, or BIO 351 (neurobiology), or permission of instructor.
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PHL 336 - Mental Causation (4)
Philosophy meets neuroscience: What is the nature of mental causation? Are mental states wholly determined by brain states? Do reasons, beliefs, intentions, and other mental states influence neuronal activity and behavior? What is the relationship between the formation of a conscious intention, neural events, and voluntary action?
Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or permission of instructor.
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PHL 340 - Metaphysics (4)
Study of selected influential attempts to characterize the basic features of the world. Emphasis on reformulations of metaphysical problems in the light of modern advances in scientific knowledge. Offered every other year. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 107 or 370; and PHL 200, 204, 205, or 206; or permission of instructor.
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PHL 345 - Theories of Truth (4)
Theories of the nature of truth. Does truth exist? Is truth entirely a matter of perspective? Is the truth of a belief resemblance to reality? Are all true beliefs useful? Is truth always a good quality? Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 107, 200, or 370, or permission of instructor.
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PHL 350 - Philosophies and Religions of Asia (4)
The major religions of India, China and Japan with emphasis on their philosophical significance. The course will cover Hinduism, Jainism, Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism, both the ancient traditions and some modern developments. Identical with REL 350.
Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course or junior standing.
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PHL 370 - Advanced Symbolic Logic (4)
Standard first-order symbolic logic, emphasizing quantification theory and including identity theory and logical semantics. The logical system is approached both as a formal system and as a theoretical analysis of human reasoning. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 102 or PHL 107 or CSE 130 or MTH 062 or equivalent.
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PHL 390 - Directed Readings in Philosophy (2)
Tutorial on a topic not included in regular courses, primarily (but not exclusively) for majors. Students should consult with the department chairperson before approaching a faculty member with a topic. Graded S/U.
Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course at Oakland and written permission of instructor, junior standing.
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PHL 395 - Independent Study in Philosophy (4)
Tutorial on a topic not included in regular courses, primarily (but not exclusively) for majors. In addition to reading and consultation, the student will write a substantial term paper. Cannot be repeated or counted toward any major or minor requirement other than degree credit without prior written approval from department chairperson.
Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course at Oakland and written permission of department chair, form available in 341 ODH; junior standing.
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PHL 401 - Study of a Major Philosopher (4)
A study of the works of one major philosopher. The specific philosopher will vary, but courses on Plato, Aristotle and Kant will be offered every few years. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course; PHL 204, 205, 206, 307, or 308 recommended, whichever is relevant.
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PHL 437 - Philosophy of Mind (4)
Selected topics or works in the philosophical literature about mind. Some topics are: the nature of psychological explanation, the relation of mind and body, thinking, emotions, concepts, consciousness and remembering. Offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy or psychology or BIO 351 (neurobiology); junior standing.
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PHL 444 - Freedom, Agency, and Responsibility (4)
Seminar on the philosophical issues of freedom of choice and action. Are we ever truly free? Are free choices and actions inconsistent with determinism in nature? Does morality require freedom? Discussion of these issues based on historical and contemporary sources (e.g., Kant, Nietzsche, Frankfurt, and Dennett).
Prerequisite(s): four courses in philosophy (PHL 103, 107, and 206 suggested) or permission of instructor.
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PHL 465 - Seminar on a Philosophical Topic (4)
One philosophical topic or problem at an advanced level of difficulty, normally requiring considerable background in philosophy. Topic and prerequisites to be announced in the Schedule of Classes for each semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): 28 credits in philosophy or permission of instructor.
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PHL 475 - Philosophy of Language (4)
Philosophical theories of natural language structure. Emphasis on views about what meaning is and how we are to explain our ability to communicate with one another. Offered every other year. Identical with LIN 475. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing, PHL 107 or PHL 370 or LIN 307, and two additional courses in philosophy; or permission of instructor.
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PHL 497 - Apprentice College Teaching (4)
Open to a well-qualified philosophy student who is invited by a faculty member to assist in a regular college course, usually as preparation for a career as a professor of philosophy.
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Physical Therapy |
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PT 302 - Physical Therapy as a Profession (2)
A course for students who are considering a career in physical therapy. Students will examine professional development, behavior and roles in physical therapy clinical, academic and research settings. The current practice of physical therapy in various settings is covered.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
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PT 421 - Basic Athletic Training (2)
Course directed to competitive sports and the recognition and immediate care of athletic injuries. Evaluation and treatment procedures and techniques are presented and practiced. Identical with EXS 421. Credit will not be awarded for both EXS 421 and EXS 521.
Prerequisite(s): EXS 350, BIO 207, BIO 205 .
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PT 490 - Directed Study (1 to 4)
Student initiated and problem-oriented directed study focusing on physical therapy issues. May be repeated for additional credit. Graded numerically or S/U.
Prerequisite(s): program permission.
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PHY 101 - General Physics I (4)
Mechanics, heat, mechanical waves and sound. Calculus is not required. PHY 101 and PHY 110 together satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 062 or equivalent recommended.
Corequisite(s): PHY 110.
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PHY 102 - General Physics II (4)
Electricity and magnetism, light, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 101 recommended.
Corequisite(s): PHY 111.
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PHY 104 - Astronomy: The Solar System (4)
The sun, planets, space travel, the search for extraterrestrial life. Offered fall only. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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PHY 105 - Astronomy: Stars and Galaxies (4)
Nature and evolution of stars, the Milky Way and other galaxies, cosmology. Offered winter only. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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PHY 106 - Earth Science/Physical Geography (4)
The earth: its structure, history, and the geography of its surface. Topics include the theory of continental drift, rocks and minerals, earthquakes, volcanoes, mountains, rivers, deserts, weather, climate, the geomagnetic field, and the earth’s resources. Identical with GEO 106. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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PHY 108 - Principles of Physics I (4)
Mechanics, heat, mechanical waves and sound. Calculus is not required. This course has common lectures with PHY 101. PHY 108 does not satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 062 or equivalent recommended.
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PHY 109 - Principles of Physics II (4)
Electricity and magnetism, light, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. This course has common lectures with PHY 102. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 108 recommended.
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PHY 110 - General Physics Lab I (1)
Elementary experiments in mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. May be taken with permission by students who have completed PHY 108 or PHY 261.
Corequisite(s): PHY 101.
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PHY 111 - General Physics Lab II (1)
Elementary experiments in electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. May be taken by permission by students who have completed PHY 109 or PHY 162.
Corequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152.
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PHY 115 - Energy (4)
Basic physical principles of energy, sources, transmission and distribution. Political, economic and ecological considerations. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): high school algebra.
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PHY 120 - The Physics of Everyday Life (4)
Concepts of physics taught with reference to specific everyday observations or devices such as automobiles, televisions, radios, and microwave ovens. Topics include the laws of motion, fluids, heat, thermodynamics, waves, electric and magnetic fields, optics and nuclear physics. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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PHY 131 - The Physics of Cancer, Stroke, Heart Disease, and Headache (4)
The physical basis for a variety of diseases and disorders, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic techniques will be discussed by a number of medical physics faculty and guest lecturers.
Prerequisite(s): high school algebra.
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PHY 151 - Introductory Physics I (4)
Classical mechanics and thermodynamics. For science, mathematics and engineering students. PHY 151 and PHY 110 together satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 154 recommended.
Corequisite(s): PHY 110.
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PHY 152 - Introductory Physics II (4)
Sound, light, electricity and magnetism. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 151 recommended.
Corequisite(s): PHY 111; MTH 155 recommended.
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PHY 161 - Fundamentals of Physics I (4)
Classical mechanics and thermodynamics. For science, mathematics and engineering students. This course has common lectures with PHY 151. PHY 161 does not satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 154 recommended.
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PHY 162 - Fundamentals of Physics II (4)
Sound, light, electricity and magnetism. This course has common lectures with PHY 152. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 151 or 161 recommended.
Corequisite(s): MTH 155 recommended.
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PHY 290 - Introduction to Research (2 or 4)
Independent study and/or research in physics for students with no research experience. May be repeated for additional credit.
Prerequisite(s): written agreement of a physics faculty supervisor.
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PHY 304 - Astrophysics I (4)
Application of elementary physics to the study of planets, stars, galaxies and cosmology.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 102 or 152, and MTH 254.
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PHY 305 - Astrophysics II (4)
Continuation of PHY 304.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 304 recommended.
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PHY 306 - Observational Astronomy (2)
Lecture/laboratory course providing basic training in astronomical techniques.
Prerequisite(s): instructor permission. PHY 158, PHY 104 or PHY 105 recommended.
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PHY 307 - Geophysics (4)
The application of physics concepts to the study of the earth, gravity and its anomalies, geomagnetism, earth-sun energy, geochronology and seismic wave propagation.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152, PHY 106 and MTH 254 recommended.
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PHY 308 - Physical Oceanography (4)
Physical oceanography and meteorology; composition and structure of the atmosphere and oceans. Interactions of sea water with the atmosphere, the continents and man.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152 and MTH 254 recommended.
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PHY 317 - Modern Physics Laboratory (2)
Optics and atomic physics experiments.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 110 and PHY 111.
Corequisite(s): recommended PHY 371.
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PHY 318 - Nuclear Physics Laboratory (2)
Nuclear physics experiments.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 110 and PHY 111 recommended.
Corequisite(s): PHY 372 recommended.
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PHY 325 - Biological Physics (4)
Applications of physics to biology, including biomechanics, fluid dynamics, statistical mechanics, diffusion, bioelectricity, biomagnetism, feedback and control.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152 and MTH 155 recommended.
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PHY 326 - Medical Physics (4)
Applications of physics to medicine, including signal analysis, imaging, x-rays, nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152 and MTH 155 recommended.
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PHY 331 - Optics (4)
Geometrical optics, optical instruments, wave theory of reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction and polarization of light.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 102 or 152 and MTH 155.
Corequisite(s): recommended MTH 254.
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PHY 341 - Electronics (4)
Electronics for scientists, circuit theory, transistors, power supplies, linear amplifiers, oscillators.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 158 and MTH 155 and either PHY 102 or PHY 152 recommended. Concurrent enrollment in PHY 347.
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PHY 347 - Electronics Laboratory (2)
Circuits and electronics experiments.
Corequisite(s): PHY 341.
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PHY 351 - Intermediate Theoretical Physics (4)
Topics and techniques common to intermediate physics courses. Includes analytical and numerical (computer) solution techniques, DIV, GRAD, CURL and Fourier analysis.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 102 or 152, and MTH 155.
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PHY 361 - Mechanics I (4)
Applications of Newton’s laws to particles, systems of particles, harmonic oscillators, central forces, accelerated reference frames and rigid bodies.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152 and MTH 254 recommended.
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PHY 366 - Vibrations and Waves (4)
Oscillations; mechanical waves in one, two and three dimensions; sound.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 152 and MTH 155 recommended.
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PHY 371 - Foundations of Modern Physics (4)
Introduction to relativity, kinetic theory, quantization and atomic physics. Additional topics chosen from physics of molecules, solids, nuclei and elementary particles.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152 and MTH 155 recommended; concurrent enrollment in PHY 317.
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PHY 372 - Nuclear Physics (4)
Radioactivity, interaction of radiations with matter, accelerators, nuclear reactions, fission and fusion.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 or PHY 152 and MTH 155 recommended; concurrent enrollment in PHY 318.
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PHY 381 - Electricity and Magnetism (4)
Maxwell’s equations and the experimental laws of electricity and magnetism. Potential theory, boundary conditions on the electromagnetic field vectors, field energy. Dielectrics, conductors and magnetic materials.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 351 and MTH 254. APM 255 (or 257).
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PHY 400 - Undergraduate Seminar (3)
Weekly colloquia describing research at the forefront of physics. Requires a written report. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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PHY 405 - Special Topics (2 to 6)
Prerequisite(s): permission of department.
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PHY 418 - Modern Optics Laboratory (2)
Experiments illustrating geometric and physical optics principles, lasers, fiber optics, holography, and spectroscopy. Equipment used ranges from simple to sophisticated lasers, interferometers, digital cameras, and a Raman spectrometer.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 317, 371 and PHY 331 or permission of instructor.
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PHY 421 - Thermodynamics (4)
The zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics with applications to pure substances. Introduction to the kinetic theory of gases and to statistical mechanics.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 361 and APM 255 (or APM 257) recommended.
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PHY 431 - Lasers and Applications (4)
Interaction of radiation and atomic systems, basic principles and properties of laser light, types of lasers, applications in physics, optical communication, industry and medicine.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 331 or 371 or permission of instructor.
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PHY 445 - Medical Instrumentation (2)
Detailed examination of the scientific instrumentation used in modern medical diagnostic and therapeutic practice.
Prerequisite(s): recommended approval of department, PHY 371, 381 and 347.
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PHY 470 - Relativity (4)
Special relativity in mechanics and electromagnetism. Introduction to general relativity and gravitation.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 361 or 371 or 381.
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PHY 472 - Quantum Mechanics I (4)
Principles of non-relativistic quantum mechanics, Schrodinger wave equation, expectation values of energy, position, momentum and angular-momentum operators, spin, perturbation theory, identical particles. With applications to atomic systems.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 351, 361, 371 and APM 255 (or 257).
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PHY 482 - Electricity and Magnetism II (4)
Multipole fields, solutions of Laplace and Poisson equations, electromagnetic waves in insulators and conductors, radiation and the derivation of the laws of optics from Maxwell’s equations.
Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 381, APM 255 (or 257) and MTH 256.
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PHY 487 - Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory (2)
Experiments in electricity and in magnetism, including coupled circuits, bridges, creation and detection of electric and magnetic fields, the geomagnetic field, spectrum analysis, transmission lines and microwaves.
Corequisite(s): PHY 381.
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PHY 490 - Independent Research (3 to 6)
Independent study or research project carried out under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for additional credit. Requires a written report. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and written agreement with a physics faculty member.
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PS 100 - Introduction to American Politics (4)
The decision-making process in the American national government and the ways in which parties, groups, and individuals work to produce public policy in Congress, the presidency and the courts. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
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PS 114 - Issues in World Politics (4)
Introduction to the study of world politics and the main issues confronting the international community in the 21st century. Emphasis on the impact of cultural, economic, and political globalization on international politics and individual lives. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social sciences knowledge exploration area or in the global perspective knowledge exploration area, not both.
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PS 131 - Comparative Politics (4)
Introduction to major modern political systems and concepts. Comparative analysis of the organization and operation of politics and government in different countries. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration or in the global perspective knowledge area, not both. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
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PS 257 - Public Affairs Careers Orientation (2)
Planning for public service careers; the varieties of public service careers and the alternative of pursuing advanced degrees are explored. Examples and practical problems from agency work are examined through case studies and presentations by practitioners and professional administrators.
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