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PED 4275 - Field Experience.
(Arr.-Arr.-3 or 6) (Credit/No Credit) An individually planned work experience in a business, agency, or program appropriate to the student’s area of specialization.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to Physical Education major; Completion of all coursework to complete Physical Education degree; permission of B.S. Advisor and Chairperson.
Credits: 3 or 6
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PED 4320 - Organization, Administration, and Curriculum in K-12 Physical Education.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Administrative theory and philosophy, management structures for teacher certification Physical Education and sport programs, curriculum theory and application, school program structure, facility and fiscal management, legal liability, public relations, and new trends in school Physical Education and Athletic Programs. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of ‘C’ or better in PED 1500. Restricted to PED teacher certification majors and minors.
Credits: 3
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PED 4325 - Organization and Administration in Sport Management and Exercise Science.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Analysis and application of organizational and administrative theories, concepts, and practices essential to implementing a successful program in an exercise and sport-related setting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, and PED 2440. Preference is given to students in the concentrations of Exercise Science and Sport Management in Physical Education. WI
Credits: 3
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PED 4340 - Principles of Exercise Physiology.
(3-0-3) F, S. The course is designed to provide the prospective physical educator and paramedical personnel with an understanding of the physiological factors which affect human performance.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, and PED 2440; or permission of Department Chair.
Credits: 3
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PED 4440 - Physical Fitness Appraisal and Performance Assessment.
(2-2-3) F, S. A study of the basic scientific components of fitness and the measurement of different indices of physical fitness common to corporate, clinical, and laboratory settings.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, PED 2440, and PED 4340. Fee.
Credits: 3
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PED 4450 - Exercise Prescription for General and Special Populations.
(2-2-3) On Demand. The application of exercise science principles to the design and implementation of exercise programs for general and special populations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, PED 2440, PED 4340, and PED 4440.
Credits: 3
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PED 4460 - Principles of Resistance Training.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Application of scientific principles towards the development of safe and effective resistance training programs designed to improve general health and physical performance in various populations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, PED 2440, PED 4340, and PED 4440.
Credits: 3
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PED 4470 - Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education.
(3-0-3) F, S. Selection and administration of physical measurements and written tests commonly used in physical education.
Credits: 3
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PED 4741 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) As arranged. Note: May be repeated; the maximum amount of credit which may be earned is six semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior status and Permission of Department Chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PED 4760 - Sport Law.
(3-0-3) F, S. A survey of the law of liability, negligence and tort in sport (including coaching) and fitness agencies. Pertinent concepts related to owning and operating a fitness club and legal constraints affecting the operation of athletic facilities will be included.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, and PED 2440; or permission of the department chair.
Credits: 3
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PED 4761 - Sport Management and Administration.
(3-0-3) F, S. Concepts, administrative processes, systems and styles with theoretical application to leadership in various sport and fitness environments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, and PED 2440; or permission of the department chair.
Credits: 3
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PED 4762 - Publicity in Sports.
(3-0-3) F, S. Applications and protocol of sports publicity strategies.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 1500, and PED 2440; or permission of the department chair.
Credits: 3
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PED 4880 - Theory of Motor Behavior.
(3-0-3) S. A study of the factors influencing human movement and skill learning. Emphasis is placed upon theories and concepts relating to motor skill performance.
Credits: 3
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PED 4900 - Special Topics in Kinesiology and Sports Studies.
(1-0-1) F, S. Study of special topics and contemporary issues and trends in Exercise Physiology. May be repeated with different topics for up to three undergraduate and/or three graduate credits with permission of advisor or Department Chairperson.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “C” or better in BIO 2001G, PED 2440, and 4340; or permission of the Department Chair.
Credits: 1
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PED 4980 - Advanced Coaching/”Name of Sport”
(1-0-1) Su. Study of advanced coaching techniques, strategies, and trends in a particular sport. May be repeated with different sports for up to three undergraduate and/or three graduate credits with permission of advisor or Department Chairperson.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Coaching course of the particular sport or permission of Department Chair.
Credits: 1
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PHS 3400 - Methods of Teaching Physical Sciences.
(3-0-3) F. Science lesson presentations and examination of current literature concerning new approaches in teaching chemistry and physics. Thirty clock hours in pre-student teaching are included.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EDP 3325 and SED 3330; for ISEP students, SED 3000 and 3100; for Middle Level Education majors, MLE 3110.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1000 - Engineering Orientation.
(Arr.-0-0) F, S. Informational presentations concerning Engineering, in general, and the various engineering specialties that students may elect to pursue. Required of all pre-engineering majors during each semester of attendance.
Credits: Audit only
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PHY 1051G - Physics of the Modern World.
(3-0-3) An introduction to some of the revolutionary ideas of modern physics, such as quantum theory, atomic and nuclear physics, and Einstein’s theory of Relativity. Cosmology, technology, plectics (the study of simplicity and complexity). Other topics may also be discussed at the discretion of the instructor. P1 901
Credits: 3
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PHY 1052G - Adventures in Physics.
(3-0-3) F. An introduction to the universal laws of nature, their governance of phenomena in everyday life, and their application to inventions in our technological society. P1 901
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: Physics 1053G must be taken concurrently.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1053G - Adventures in Physics Laboratory.
(0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physical principles and their applications. P1 901L
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1052G.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1055G - Principles of Astronomy.
(3-0-3) An introduction to the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, evolution of stars, neutron stars, black holes, cosmology, and the structure of the early universe. P1 906
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: Physics 1056G must be taken concurrently.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1056G - Principles of Astronomy Laboratory.
(0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating astronomical principles and techniques and their applications. P1 906L
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: Physics 1055G must be taken concurrently.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1071 - Physics of Sound and Music.
(3-0-3) Development of basic ideas in physics of motion and applications to vibrations and sound waves. Introductory concepts in perception of loudness, pitch, and timbre. Fundamental ideas in musical scales, acoustics of rooms and acoustics of musical instruments. Does not count toward a physics major or minor. P1 901
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: Physics 1072 must be taken concurrently.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1072 - Physics of Sound and Music Laboratory.
(0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physical and acoustical principles and their applications. P1 901L
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1071.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1095G - Principles of Astronomy, Honors.
(3-0-3) F. An introduction to the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, evolution of stars, neutron stars, black holes, cosmology, and the structure of the early universe.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College. Co-requisites: Physics 1096G must be taken concurrently.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1096G - Principles of Astronomy Laboratory, Honors.
(0-2-1) F. Experimental work demonstrating astronomical principles and techniques and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College. Co-requisites: Physics 1095G must be taken concurrently.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1151G - Principles of Physics I.
(3-0-3) Mechanics; Newton’s Laws of Motion, Energy, Momentum, Conservation Principles, Gravity, Simple Harmonic Motion, Waves, Heat. This course is designed for majors in geology, life sciences, health professions, industrial technology, etc. P1 900
Prerequisites & Notes:
MAT 1400 and MAT 1330; or 1340; or a satisfactory ACT mathematics score. Co-requisite: Physics 1152G must be taken concurrently. Credit not given for both PHY 1151G and PHY 1351G.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1152G - Principles of Physics I Laboratory.
(0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. P1 900L
Prerequisites & Notes:
MAT 1400 and MAT 1330; or a satisfactory ACT mathematics score. Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1151G. Credit not given for both PHY 1152G and PHY 1352G.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1161 - Principles of Physics II.
(3-0-3) Electricity and Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics. Designed for majors in geology, life sciences, health professions, industrial technology, etc.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1151G and MAT 1400. Co-requisite: Physics 1162 must be taken concurrently. Credit not given for both 1161 and 1361.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1162 - Principles of Physics II Laboratory.
(0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1152G and MAT 1400. Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1161. Credit not given for both 1162 and 1362.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1351G - General Physics I.
(3-0-3) F, S. Classical mechanics including a detailed study of statics, kinematics, dynamics, simple harmonic motion; with straight-line, projectile, and rotational motion; also conservation principles, work, energy, momentum. The first of a three-semester sequence designed for students in chemistry, pre-engineering, mathematics, physics, etc.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisites: Physics 1352G must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for both 1351G and 1151G. BIO 903
Credits: 3
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PHY 1352G - General Physics I Laboratory.
(0-3-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1351G as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for both PHY 1352G and 1152G.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1361 - General Physics II.
(3-0-3) F, S. Thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. The second of a three-semester sequence designed for students in chemistry, pre-engineering, mathematics, physics, etc. EGR 912; BIO 904
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1351G. Co-requisites: Physics 1362 must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 2442. Credit not given for both PHY 1361 and 1161.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1362 - General Physics II Laboratory.
(0-3-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1352G. Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1361 as well as MAT 2442. Credit not given for both PHY 1362 and 1162.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1371 - General Physics III.
(3-0-3) F, S. Wave motion and sound, optics, modern physics. The third of a three-semester sequence designed for students in chemistry, pre-engineering, mathematics, physics, etc. EGR 914; BIO 904
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1361, 1362 Co-requisites: Physics 1372 must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 2443.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1372 - General Physics III Laboratory.
(0-3-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1362. Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1371 as well as MAT 2443.
Credits: 1
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PHY 1391G - General Physics I, Honors.
(3-0-3) F. A quantitative study of kinematics, statics, dynamics and simple harmonic motion. Equations of motion are based upon an application of Newton’s Laws, conservation principles, the work-energy theorem and Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College. Corequisites: Physics 1392G must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for both 1391G and 1351G or 1151G.
Credits: 3
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PHY 1392G - General Physics I Laboratory, Honors.
(0-3-1) F. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College. Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1391G as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for 1392G and 1352G or 1152G.
Credits: 1
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PHY 2390 - Statics.
(3-0-3) F. Force and moment resultants of force systems; equilibrium analysis using free-body diagrams; force analysis of trusses, frames, cables, etc.; shear-force and bending-moment distributions; Coulomb friction; centroids, center of mass, moments and products of inertia; virtual work; hydrostatic pressure. EGR 942
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1351, PHY 1352 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: MAT 2443.
Credits: 3
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PHY 2400 - Dynamics.
(3-0-3) S. Kinematics and dynamics of the three-dimensional motion of particles; kinematics and dynamics of the plane motion of rigid bodies; methods of work-energy and impulse-momentum; moving reference frames, vibrations, central force motion. EGR 943
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2390 and MAT 2443.
Credits: 3
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PHY 2600 - Introductory Research in Physics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of laboratory work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. Can be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHY 3001 - Laser Safety.
(3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. An introduction to laser safety in a professional setting. This course develops the fundamentals of laser operation. There is further study into safety issues involved in using lasers including hazards and protection. A working knowledge of the standards of laser safety and how to create a safer workplace is developed in this course. Students learn the practical matters as well as the legal issues facing a laser safety officer.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161 or PHY 1371 and MAT 1441G or MAT 2110G.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3002 - Introduction to Health Physics.
(3-0-3) S. Nuclear physics and radioactivity, radiological measurements, interactions of radiation with matter, radiation exposure and biological damage, safe radiological procedures and practices.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1372 (or PHY 1162 with permission of Chair); and MAT 1441G (or MAT 2110G).
Credits: 3
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PHY 3010 - Special Topics in Physics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. May be repeated for credit if different topic is taught.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1351G, 1352G, 2390, and MAT 2443. Only six semester hours may be counted toward Physics major.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHY 3011 - Special Topics in Physics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. May be repeated for credit if different topic is taught.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161 and 1162 or PHY 1371 and 1372. Only six semester hours may be counted toward Physics major.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHY 3012 - Special Topics in Physics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. May be repeated for credit if different topic is taught. Only six semester hours may be counted toward Physics major.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161 and 1162 or PHY 1371 and 1372.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHY 3050G - Excursions in Physics.
(3-0-3) Selected topics in Physics will be explored to illustrate a variety of physical situations and to acquaint the student with some of the underlying fundamental ideas and processes and methods of Physics.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3080 - Modern Physics I.
(3-0-3) S. The fundamental concepts of physics of the twentieth century are taught within a limited mathematical framework.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1371, 1372 and MAT 2443.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3090 - Modern Physics II.
(3-0-3) F-odd-numbered years. Continuation of PHY 3080 applied to the subjects of atomic, molecular, solid state physics, lasers and selected topics from twentieth century physics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 3080.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3100 - Astronomical Techniques.
(2-3-3) S-odd-numbered years. An introductory course in observational astronomy, with a two part emphasis. The first part covers the use and theory of modern telescopes, CCD cameras, filters, and spectrometers, while the second part covers the handling, calibration and reduction of data using astronomical image analysis software and other computer programs. Topics on the gathering of data outside the visible parts of the spectrum will also be addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1055G, 1371, and 1372.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3150 - Electronics.
(2-4-4) F. A study of the fundamental principles of, and hands-on experience with, analog electronics. Topics include: DC, AC and transient circuit analysis techniques, rectification, active and passive filtering, regulation, oscillator circuits, and computer simulations using PSpice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161, 1162 or 1361, 1362; MAT 2110G or 1441G.
Credits: 4
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PHY 3270 - Introduction to Circuit Analysis.
(4-0-4) S. Basic principles of network analysis, including Kirchoff’s laws, node and mesh equations, matrix methods, equivalent circuits, operational amplifiers, transient analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, three-phase circuits, transformers, network functions, and frequency response. EGR 931
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1361, 1362, credit or registration in MAT 3501 and some knowledge of matrices and computer programming.
Credits: 4
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PHY 3300 - Advanced Classical Mechanics.
(3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. The theory of rigid body motion. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, coupled oscillating systems, normal modes and relativistic kinematics and dynamics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2400.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3320 - Computational Methods in Physics and Engineering.
(3-3-4) S-even-numbered years. An introduction to various numerical methods for solution of nonlinear equations, numerical differentiation, solution of ordinary differential equations for both initial-value and boundary-value problems. This course focuses on practical applications of these methods in simple physics and engineering systems and hands-on experience with computer modeling and simulation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1371, MAT 2170, concurrent or prior enrollment in MAT 2550.
Credits: 4
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PHY 3350 - Introduction to Solid State Physics.
(3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. Discussion of crystal structure, crystallography, the theory of thermal and electrical transport properties of metals, semiconductivity, and superconductivity.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: PHY 3410 or CHM 3920.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3410 - Electricity and Magnetism I.
(3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. Coulomb’s law, electric fields, potential, Gauss’ law, capacitance, dielectrics, electrostatic energy, DC circuits, introduction to magnetic fields and forces, induction.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2400 and Co-requisite: MAT 3501.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3420 - Electricity and Magnetism II.
(3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. Advanced magnetism, magnetic materials, magnetic energy, varying electric currents, AC circuits, Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic radiation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 3410.
Credits: 3
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PHY 3500 - Laboratory Practicum.
(0-3-1) F, S. Practical experience in laboratory procedures for introductory physics laboratories. Students will gain experience in the methods of preparation and presentation of physics laboratories. This course is open only to Physics majors and majors in Science with Teacher Certification, Physics Specialization. May be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours of credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1371, 1372.
Credits: 1
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PHY 4000 - Seminar in Physics.
(1-0-1) F, S. Reports and discussions of selected topics with instructor approval for oral presentation. Required of junior majors. May be taken twice for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161 or PHY 1371.
Credits: 1
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PHY 4010 - Seminar in Physics.
(1-0-1) F, S. Reports and discussions of selected topics with instructor approval for oral presentation. Required of senior majors. May be taken twice for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161 or PHY 1371.
Credits: 1
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PHY 4100 - Astrophysics.
(3-0-3) S-even-numbered years. An introductory course in astrophysics, with an emphasis on applying the tools of mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum theory to understand the processes inherent in galaxies, cosmology and the structure and evolution of stars.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 3080.
Credits: 3
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PHY 4320 - Computational Physics.
(3-3-4) S-odd-numbered years. This is a project-oriented course in computational physics, with an emphasis on the understanding of the computational approach to complex physics problems through detailed case studies. Topics include realistic projectile motion, oscillatory motion and chaos, the solar system, potentials and fields, waves, random systems, molecular dynamics, and quantum mechanics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2390, PHY 3080, PHY 3410, and PHY 3320.
Credits: 4
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PHY 4410 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. Selected problems based on student’s interests. Admission and assignment of problems by arrangement. Laboratory, reading and conference.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHY 4444 - Honors Independent Study.
(3-0-3) Consideration of special topics in Physics. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be repeated.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the faculty supervisor, Departmental Honors Coordinator and Department Chair.
Credits: 3
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PHY 4470 - Optics.
(3-3-4) F-odd-numbered years. Geometrical optics, optical instruments, wave optics: superposition, coherence, interference, diffraction, polarization.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1371 and 1372.
Credits: 4
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PHY 4555 - Honors Research.
(3-0-3) In consultation with a faculty member, the student designs, executes, and writes the results of an original piece of research.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the faculty supervisor, Departmental Honors Coordinator and Department Chair.
Credits: 3
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PHY 4600 - Research in Physics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required. Can be repeated for credit. Limit of three semester hours of PHY 4410, 4600 and 4800 in aggregate count toward Physics electives.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHY 4644 - Honors Thesis.
(3-0-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in Physics approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the faculty supervisor, Departmental Honors Coordinator and Department Chair.
Credits: 3
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PHY 4666 - Honors Seminar.
(3-0-3) Areas of investigation which require integration of Physics and research will be treated.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator and Department Chair.
Credits: 3
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PHY 4710 - Experimental Physics.
(0-4-1) F. Experiments from different areas of physics using various techniques and instrumentation to acquire and analyze physical data. May be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours of credit. WI.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Co-requisite: PHY 3150.
Credits: 1
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PHY 4750 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics.
(4-0-4) F-even-numbered years. Thermometry, thermodynamic laws, kinetic theory, Maxwell-Boltzmann, Bose-Einstein, and Fermi-Dirac statistics and applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1361, 1362, and MAT 2442.
Credits: 4
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PHY 4800 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-6) On Demand. Selected problems based on the student’s interests. Admission and assignment of problems by arrangement. Laboratory, reading, and conference.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the instructor and Department Chair.
Credits: 1 to 6
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PHY 4850 - Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics I.
(4-0-4) F-odd-numbered years. Schrodinger equation applied to one-, two-, and three-dimensional problems, harmonic oscillator and hydrogen atom, uncertainty principle.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2400 and 3080; MAT 2443 and 3501.
Credits: 4
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PHY 4860 - Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics II.
(2-0-2) S-even-numbered years. Applications of the Schrodinger equation to nuclear, solid state, exclusion principle, angular momentum, atomic spectroscopy.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 4850.
Credits: 2
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PHY 4870 - Mathematical Methods of Physics.
(3-0-3) F-odd-numbered years. Selected topics from dynamics (Lagrangian, Hamiltonian), electromagnetic theory (Maxwell’s equations), etc.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 2400, MAT 2443 and 3501.
Credits: 3
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PLS 1003 - Introduction to Comparative Politics.
(3-0-3) F, S. A comparative survey of the political process, political ideologies and aspects of political development in different political systems and regions of the world. S5 903
Credits: 3
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PLS 1011 - Participation in Political Campaigns.
(1-Arr.-1) F (state and national election years). (Credit/No Credit) Active participation in the electoral campaign of an individual candidate for state or national office or for the candidates of one political party. May be repeated with permission of the department chairperson.
Credits: 1
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PLS 1093 - Current Problems in Politics and Governments, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A national and world survey of political conflict, theories of democracy and socialism, and political, social and economic aspects of development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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PLS 1153G - American Government and Constitution.
(3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the principles of the U.S. Constitution and political system, with an emphasis on the role citizens play in government and politics. Topics covered include the Constitution, civil rights and civil liberties, government institutions, political parties, voting and elections. S5 900; PLS 911
Credits: 3
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PLS 1193G - American Government and Constitution, Honors.
(3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the principles of the U.S. Constitution and political system, with an emphasis on the role citizens play in government and politics. Topics covered include the Constitution, civil rights and civil liberties, government institutions, political parties, voting and elections. S5 900
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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PLS 2001 - Introduction to Research Methods in Political Science.
(1-0-1) F, S. This course will introduce students to basic concepts/techniques important in understanding and developing research in political science. Topics include research design, development of a literature review, and qualitative approaches to data collection/analysis such as case studies, focus groups, interviews, and content analysis. Course restricted to the following majors: Political Science, Social Science Geography Designation, Social Science Geography Designation, Social Science History Designation, Social Science Political Science Designation, Social Science Psychology Designation, and Social Science Sociology-Anthropology Designation. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 1
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PLS 2033 - Research Methods in Political Science.
(3-0-3) F, S. The goal of this course is to introduce students to research methods in Political Science. Students will learn both qualitative and quantitative methods for carrying out political science research. Students also will learn how to use scholarly literature to support their analysis and how to write research papers in Political Science. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Students who are not Political Science majors or Social Science Teaching majors with a Political Science Designation must have permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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PLS 2103 - Introduction to Political Theory.
(3-0-3) F. This course introduces students to the subfield of political theory and it provides an overview of the approaches to the study of political ideas as well as a basic foundation in the ideas and ideologies that frame modern social and political debates. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 3
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PLS 2211 - Techniques of United Nations Diplomacy.
(1-0-1) S. (Credit/No Credit) A role-playing experience in which students represent selected countries at the Model United Nations designated by the department. The countries represented will vary from year to year. The course may be repeated for a total of three semester hours, but no more than two semester hours may count toward the Political Science major or the Political Science minor.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Restricted to students selected to represent EIU at a Model United Nations designated by the department. Students may pay expenses associated with registration, travel, room and meal charges while attending the simulation.
Credits: 1
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PLS 2253G - Introduction to International Relations.
(3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the primary theories and political issues in international relations, including examination of the causes of war, international organizations, foreign policy making, the politics of the world economy, and other political issues of transnational character, e.g., terrorism, AIDS, and the environment. S5 904N; PLS 912
Credits: 3
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PLS 2293G - Introduction to International Relations, Honors.
(3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the primary theories and political issues in international relations, including examination of the causes of war, international organizations, foreign policy making, the politics of the world economy, and other political issues of transnational character, e.g., terrorism, AIDS, and the environment. S5 904N
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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PLS 2512 - Mock Trial.
(1-Arr-1) F, S. (Credit/No Credit) A role-playing class in which students are trained to represent attorneys and witnesses in a mock trial competition.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the chairperson of Pre-legal Studies Committee. The course may be repeated for a total of six semester hours, but no more than two semester hours may count toward the Political Science major or the Political Science minor. Students may pay expenses associated with registration, travel, room and meal charges while attending competition.
Credits: 1
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PLS 2513 - Moot Court.
(1-Arr-1) F, S. A role-playing simulation in which students represent attorneys in simulated appellate court competitions. Students will attend at least one competition per semester of enrollment as determined by the instructor, with learning activities ranging from oral arguments to the preparation of written legal briefs. The course may be repeated for a total of six semester hours, but no more than two semester hours may count toward the Political Science major or the Political Science minor. Students may pay expenses associated with registration, travel, room and meal charges while attending competition.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Restricted to students selected to represent EIU at the moot court competitions designated by the department; completion of the fall semester course or permission of instructor is required for registration in the spring semester course.
Credits: 1
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PLS 2603 - State and Local Government.
(3-0-3) Structures, functions, processes and leadership of state, county and city governments, including analysis of political, constitutional and policy issues facing state and local legislators, executives, administrators and judges. S5 902; PLS 915
Credits: 3
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PLS 2611 - Model Illinois Government.
(1-0-1) S. (Credit/No Credit) This course is designed to prepare students for the Model Illinois Government simulation held in Springfield. At the simulation, students take a hands-on approach to understanding the legal authority, structure, functions and processes of the state legislature in Illinois. The course may be repeated for a total of three semester hours, but no more than two semester hours may count toward the Political Science major or the Political Science minor. Students may pay expenses associated with registration, travel, room and meal charges while attending the simulation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Restricted to students selected to represent EIU at the simulation.
Credits: 1
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PLS 2693 - State and Local Government, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Structures, functions, processes and leadership of state, county and city governments, including analysis of political, constitutional and policy issues facing state and local legislators, executives, administrators and judges. S5 902
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3100 - Global Threats and Problems.
(3-0-3) S. An interdisciplinary study of current global problems. Four different social scientific approaches will be used to analyze complex questions regarding the survival of humanity given current threats to our environments, cultures, geopolitical affiliations, and socioeconomic structures. Topics may include famine, terrorism, information control, and disease, among others. Course may not be repeated. Cross-listed with CSC/ECN/GEG/SOC 3100.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3203 - American Foreign Policy.
(3-0-3) F. This course examines the political process of American foreign policy making. Special attention is devoted to the influence of the Cold War, the Vietnam War and the American governmental institutions that make foreign policy, including the President, Congress, the CIA, the State Department, and the National Security Council. The course also examines security challenges facing the United States, including terrorism, drug trafficking, and military intervention abroad. WI
Credits: 3
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PLS 3223 - International Organizations.
(3-0-3) S. An analysis of the development, scope and functions of general and regional international organizations and the process of international integration.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3233 - International Terrorism.
(3-0-3) F. International Terrorism is a course designed to give the student an understanding of terrorism as a political tool. The class will examine the various motivations behind political terrorism, what groups use terrorism as a political tool and why, trends in political terrorism, and problems which states (especially relatively open, pluralist democracies) have in facing the challenge of political terrorism. WI
Credits: 3
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PLS 3303 - European Politics and Governments
(3-0-3) F. This course examines European politics using a thematic and comparative approach addressing a broad range of issues and countries. The course also explores the history, policies and politics of the European Union. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
PLS 1003 or 2253G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3323 - Post-Communist Politics and Governments.
(3-0-3) S. This course examines the political, economic and social development of selected post-communist countries focusing on political institutions and behavior.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PLS 1003 or 2253G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3333 - Politics of Latin America and the Caribbean.
(3-0-3) F-even-numbered-years. This course examines the political environment of selected Latin American and Caribbean states. Special emphasis will be given to political development and the impact of various internal and external actors on democratization, modernization, and state-society relations.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3343 - Government and Politics of the Middle East.
(3-0-3) S. The governments and politics of the countries of the contemporary Middle East with an emphasis upon the processes of political modernization. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Three semester hours of political science.
Credits: 3
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PLS 3353 - Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa.
(3-0-3) F-odd-numbered years. This course examines the political environment of selected sub-Saharan African states. Special emphasis will be given to political development and the impact of various internal and external actors on democratization, modernization, and state-society relations.
Credits: 3
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