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2014-2015 EIU Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EIU Course Descriptions

Generally, courses numbered 1000-1999 are freshman courses; 2000-2999, sophomore courses; 3000-3999, junior courses; 4000-4999, senior courses; and 5000-6999, graduate courses. However, if prerequisites are met, students may enroll according to the following schedule:

 

Class   Courses Numbered
Freshman   1000   2000 a a
Sophomore   1000   2000 3000 a
Junior   1000   2000 3000 4000
Senior   1000   2000 3000 4000/5000-5499b
Graduate       4750-4999c 5000-6999  
  • a – Courses numbered 3000-4999 in chemistry, foreign languages, mathematics, and military science may be taken by students who have prerequisites and permission of the department chairperson.
  • b – Courses numbered 5000-5499 may be taken by students who have a 2.75 GPA and permission of instructor and Dean of the Graduate School.
  • c– Courses numbered 4750-4999 are open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

Numbers in parentheses following the course title indicate the number of class hours per week, laboratory or studio hours per week, and credit hours. For example (3-0-3) indicates three hours of classroom work each week, no laboratory hours, and three semester hours credit. Students enrolled in courses whose meeting times are noted as “arranged” (Arr.) should contact the instructor by the beginning of the semester. Unless indicated as below, courses are offered every term. Offering times indicated are: Su – Summer Term; F – Fall Semester; S - Spring Semester. Writing-Intensive courses are designated “WI.”

Prerequisites for courses are printed immediately following the course description. Prerequisites are predicated upon the assumption that students require certain knowledge and/or skills gained in one or more previous courses. Of particular concern in this regard are courses numbered 3000 or above, especially those required in majors and minors. Such courses often connect to a series of prerequisites, and, in many cases, only the highest ranking prerequisite in the series is listed with the course description. Students must be aware that the listed prerequisite may itself have one or more prerequisites. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the catalog course descriptions to be sure that all prerequisites in a series have been met.

A student may not enroll in a course serving as a prerequisite for another course he or she has already completed. (This rule does not apply to students who do not earn grades of C or better in ENG 1001G, ENG 1002G, and/or CMN 1310G or in accepted substitutions.) A student may not enroll in a lower level course which substantially duplicates a higher level course already completed. Should a student violate this prescription, he/she may not receive credit for the course toward graduation.
 

Physics (PHY)
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 1071 - Physics of Sound and Music.

    (3-0-3) F, S. 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 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.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 1072 - Physics of Sound and Music Laboratory.

    (0-2-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physical and acoustical principles and their applications.  P1 901L

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Co-requisite:  PHY 1071.

    Credits: 1
  

  • 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.  Credit for PHY 1095G will not be granted if the student already has credit for PHY 1055G or 3045G.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the University Honors College. Co-requisites: Physics 1096G must be taken concurrently.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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
  

  • 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, applied engineering and 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 1161 - Principles of Physics II.

    (3-0-3) Electricity and Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics. Designed for majors in geology, life sciences, health professions, applied engineering and 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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. Co-requisite: MAT 2443.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 2601A - Introductory Research in Physics 1A.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 2601B - Introductory Research in Physics 1B.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 2601D - Introductory Research in Physics 1D.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 2602A - Introductory Research in Physics 2A.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 2602B - Introductory Research in Physics 2B.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 2602D - Introductory Research in Physics 2D.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 2603A - Introductory Research in Physics 3A.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 2603B - Introductory Research in Physics 3B.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 2603D - Introductory Research in Physics 3D.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student’s work for the semester. May not be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 3010* - Special Topics in Physics.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. Each lettered course may not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites dependent on the topics being offered and determined by the faculty and Chair. Only six semester hours of Special Topics in Physics courses may be counted toward Physics major.

    *Course Numbers: PHY 3010A, B, D-F, H-M, O-R, T-Z

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • PHY 3045G - Wonders of Astronomy.

    (3-0-3) The course introduces students to physical laws governing the Universe. Origin, evolution and the final fate of the planets, stars, galaxies and the Universe are discussed. The course is technology delivered only and is available to off-campus students only. It is for students whose programs do not require PHY 1055G/1056G. Credit for PHY 3045G will not be granted if the student already has credit for PHY 1055G or PHY 1095G.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 3270 - Introduction to Circuit Analysis.

    (4-0-4) S. Basic principles of network analysis, including Kirchoff’s laws, node and mesh equations, 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, PHY 1362; prior credit or concurrent enrollment in MAT 3501.

    Credits: 4
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 3500A - Laboratory Practicum A.

    (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 Licensure, Physics Specialization. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1371, 1372.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 3500B - Laboratory Practicum B.

    (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 Licensure, Physics Specialization. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1371, 1372.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 3500D - Laboratory Practicum D.

    (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 Licensure, Physics Specialization. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1371, 1372.

    Credits: 1
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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.

    *Course Numbers: PHY 4410A, B, D-F, H-M, O-R, T-Z

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • PHY 4444A - Honors Independent Study A.

    (3-0-3) Consideration of various topics in Physics. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and 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
  

  • PHY 4444B - Honors Independent Study B.

    (3-0-3) Consideration of various topics in Physics. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and 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
  

  • PHY 4444D - Honors Independent Study D.

    (3-0-3) Consideration of various topics in Physics. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 4601A - Research in Physics 1A.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 4601B - Research in Physics 1B.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 4601D - Research in Physics 1D.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 4601E - Research in Physics 1E.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 4602A - Research in Physics 2A.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 4602B - Research in Physics 2B.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 4602D - Research in Physics 2D.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 4602E - Research in Physics 2E.

    (Arr.-Arr.-2) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 2
  

  • PHY 4603A - Research in Physics 3A.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 4603B - Research in Physics 3B.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 4603D - Research in Physics 3D.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 4603E - Research in Physics 3E.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 4711 - Experimental Physics I.

    (0-4-1) F, S. Laboratory experiments to determine some fundamental physical constants of nature. Set piece experiments from different areas of physics using various techniques and instrumentation to acquire and analyze physical data. Co-requisite: PHY 3150.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 4712 - Experimental Physics II.

    (0-4-1) F, S. Laboratory experiments to investigate different phenomena. Experiments from different areas of physics using various techniques and instrumentation to acquire and analyze physical data.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Pre-requisite or Co-requisite: PHY 4711.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 4713 - Experimental Physics III.

    (0-4-1) F, S. Students will design and develop experiments in consultation with faculty. These experiments should apply experimental techniques and theoretical knowledge that the student has developed.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 4711 and PHY 4712.

    Credits: 1
  

  • 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
  

  • PHY 4800* - Advanced 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. A maximum of 6 hours of Advanced Independent Study may be counted.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor and Department Chair.

    *Course Numbers: PHY 4800A, B, D-F, H-M, O-R, T-Z

    Credits: 1 to 6
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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

Political Science (PLS)
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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.

    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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PLS 2503 - Legal Research and Argument.

    (3-0-3) F. An introduction to legal research and the preparation of written arguments and the delivery of oral arguments advocating for the position of a mock client. The course will include role-playing simulations in which students represent attorneys in simulated appellate court proceedings. Focus will be on analysis of the substantive legal and constitutional issues involved in the annual American Undergraduate Moot Court Association case problem, which changes from year to year. Course topics also include how to locate, read and analyze Supreme Court opinions and statutes, writing strategies for legal briefs, oral argument strategy, and general court structure and procedure. Students will travel to attend at least one intercollegiate moot court competition per semester of enrollment as determined by the instructor. This course may be repeated for a total of nine semester hours, but no more than three semester hours may count toward the Political Science major or the Political Science minor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PLS 25131 - Moot Court I.

    (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. Each course may be repeated one time for a total of six semester hours in Moot Court courses, but no more than three 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.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PLS 25132 - Moot Court II.

    (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. Each course may be repeated one time for a total of six semester hours in Moot Court courses, but no more than three 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.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PLS 25133 - Moot Court III.

    (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. Each course may be repeated one time for a total of six semester hours in Moot Court courses, but no more than three 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.

    Credits: 1
  

  • 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
  

  • PLS 26111 - Model Illinois Government I.

    (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. This course may be repeated once. A total of four semester hours may be earned in combination with PLS 26112; no more than three 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
  

  • PLS 26112 - Model Illinois Government II.

    (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. This course may be repeated once. A total of four semester hours may be earned in combination with PLS 26111; no more than three 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
  

  • PLS 2703 - Introduction to Public Policy.

    (3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the study of public policy, with a focus on the United States. Topics include the political environment of policymaking; theories and models of policy processes; major types of public policy; methods and techniques in policy analysis and program evaluation; and key developments, issues and debates in policy areas such education, social welfare and energy and the environment.


    Credits: 3
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • PLS 3223 - International Organizations.

    (3-0-3) S-even-numbered years. An analysis of the creation and functions of global and regional international organizations, with special emphasis devoted to the role of international organizations in promoting peace and security in world affairs. Within this context, organizations to be examined include the role of the United Nations, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, the European Union, and the African Union, as well as leadership of international organizations.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PLS 3233 - International Terrorism.

    (3-0-3)  S-odd-numbered years. 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
  

  • PLS 3253 - International Criminal Law.

    (3-0-3) S. This course examines the evolution in international criminal law during the 20th century and addresses efforts to codify legal norms involving genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes as well as the institutions involved in the implementation of international criminal law.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Students must have completed PLS 2253 before taking this course.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PLS 3303 - European Politics and Governments

    (3-0-3) F-odd-numbered years. 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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