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2018-2019 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.
 

Philosophy (PHI)
  

  • PHI 3260 - Modern Philosophy.

    (3-0-3) S. Philosophical thought during the scientific revolution and the Enlightenment, including the influence of the new sciences and of reason on religious, moral, and metaphysical beliefs. Readings include Descartes, Hume, and Kant. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3280 - Nineteenth Century Philosophy.

    (3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. Focuses on the post-Enlightenment critique of objective truth given historical, economic, and cultural situatedness. Readings include Hegel, Marx, and Nietzsche. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3290 - Modern Philosophy, Honors.

    (3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. Philosophic thought from Galileo to Kant; the foundations of modern science and implications for religious, moral and political theory.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the University Honors College.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3310 - Indian Philosophy.

    (3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. A comprehensive study of the philosophical and religious traditions of Indian thought and culture. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3320 - Chinese Philosophy.

    (3-0-3) S-even-numbered years. A comprehensive study of the philosophical and religious traditions of Chinese culture. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3500 - Metaphysics.

    (3-0-3)  S-odd-numbered years.  This course is an examination of contemporary analytical metaphysics: topics include the nature of truth, identity (including personal identity), possible worlds, material constitution and freedom of the will.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3540 - Philosophy of Mind.

    (3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. A study of the major issues surrounding the concepts of mind and consciousness, and the nature of the intellectual faculties, as dealt with both historically and in contemporary theories of cognition. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3600 - Philosophy of Religion.

    (3-0-3) F-odd-numbered-years. A philosophical interpretation of religion, religious experience, and fundamental problems: God, evil, immortality, religious knowledge. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3680 - Buddhism.

    (3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. An in-depth study of the philosophical, religious and historical aspects of Buddhism. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3700G - Language and Human Nature.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of human language structure as an object of scientific inquiry and its relation to questions of human nature.  WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3720 - Theory of Knowledge.

    (3-0-3)  F-odd-numbered years.  This course is an examination of contemporary epistemology:  topics include the nature of rationality, truth, an analysis of knowledge, and a study of the sources of human knowledge.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three semester hours in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3780 - Philosophy of Science.

    (3-0-3) S-even-numbered years. A study of the major philosophical views concerning the nature and practice of science, and including such topics as theory, experimentation, and the relation of these to reality and human life. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3800 - Phenomenology and Existentialism.

    (3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. An examination of the leading exponents of the phenomenological movement in 20th century philosophy, including existentialism. The course will cover such figures as Husserl, Heidegger, Sartre, Jaspers and Merleau-Ponty. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3820 - Contemporary European Philosophy.

    (3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. A survey of contemporary movements in European philosophy, including hermeneutics, deconstruction, critical theory, post-structuralism, and post-modernism. Covers the later Heidegger, Derrida, Foucault, Habermas, Ricoeur, Gadamer, Lyotard and Rorty. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3900 - Symbolic Logic.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. A survey of formal methods for analyzing and evaluating arguments.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHI 1900G or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 3970 - Study Abroad.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.

    Credits: 1 to 15
  

  • PHI 3980 - Special Topics in Philosophy.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. An in-depth treatment of a single topic or figure in Philosophy, reflecting the special interests of students and the instructor. May be repeated once for credit.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 4400A - Independent Study I.

    (Arr.-Arr.1-6) Intensive individual study of a topic in Philosophy selected by the student under supervision of the instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Approval of the department chairperson. The student must submit a study plan for approval by the department chair and faculty supervisor prior to registration. With permission of the department chairperson, a maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of PHI 4400A, PHI 4400B, PHI 4400D and applied to the Philosophy major or minor. May be repeated once for credit.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  

  • PHI 4400B - Independent Study II

    (Arr.-Arr.1-6) Intensive individual study of a topic in Philosophy selected by the student under supervision of the instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Approval of the department chairperson. The student must submit a study plan for approval by the department chair and faculty supervisor prior to registration. With permission of the department chairperson, a maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of PHI 4400A, PHI 4400B, PHI 4400D and applied to the Philosophy major or minor. May be repeated once for credit.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  

  • PHI 4400D - Independent Study III.

    (Arr.-Arr.1-6) Intensive individual study of a topic in Philosophy selected by the student under supervision of the instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Approval of the department chairperson. The student must submit a study plan for approval by the department chair and faculty supervisor prior to registration. With permission of the department chairperson, a maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of PHI 4400A, PHI 4400B, PHI 4400D and applied to the Philosophy major or minor. May be repeated once for credit.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  

  • PHI 4444 - Honors Independent Study.

    (3-0-3) Consideration of special topics in Philosophy. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 4480 - Seminar.

    (3-0-3) S. Advanced study of selected problems, topics, or philosophers. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Nine semester hours in Philosophy and permission of the instructor. May be taken twice for credit with permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 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. Any methodology may be utilized.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 4644 - Honors Thesis.

    (3-0-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in Philosophy approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be taken twice for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHI 4666 - Honors Seminar.

    (3-0-3) Areas of investigation which require integration of Philosophy and research will be treated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3

Physical Sciences (PHS)
  

  • 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 2330 and SED 3330; for Middle Level Education majors, MLE 3110.

    Credits: 3

Physics (PHY)
  

  • PHY 1001 - Introduction to Physics and Engineering.

    (1-0-1) S. An introductory course aimed at introducing new students in physics and engineering degree programs to those disciplines, methods of study applicable to those programs, expectations of careers in those disciplines, and resources and opportunities available to them during their undergraduate education.  Note: This is a new course, effective Spring 2019.

    Credits: 1
  

  • PHY 1010G - Sustainable Energy.

    (3-0-3) The course gives an overview of the science related to world energy needs with particular attention to those of the United States. The main methods of energy generation in modern industrial society and their impact on the environment and the economy are discussed within a scientific framework.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 1051G - Physics of the Modern World.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. An introduction to some of the revolutionary ideas of modern physics, such as quantum theory, atomic and nuclear physics, Einstein’s theory of relativity, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, operation and applications of lasers and other modern technology. These and other topics may be discussed at the discretion of the instructor. P1 901

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 1052G - Adventures in Physics.

    (3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the universal laws of nature, their governance of phenomena in everyday life, and their application to inventions in our technological society. PHY 1053G must be taken concurrently. P1 901

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 1053G - Adventures in Physics Laboratory.

    (0-2-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physical principles and their applications. PHY 1052G must be taken concurrently. P1 901L

    Credits: 1
  

  • 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.  Credit for PHY 1055G will not be granted if the student already has credit for PHY 1095G or 3045G.  P1 906

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Co-requisite: Physics 1056G must be taken concurrently.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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. 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. 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) F. 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 1271 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) F. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. P1 900L

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MAT 1271 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) S. 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 1271 or a satisfactory ACT mathematics score. 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) S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    PHY 1152G and MAT 1271 or a satisfactory ACT mathematics score. 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. 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. 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) 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) 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. 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. Note: The prerequisites for this course will change, effective Spring 2019.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 1372 - General Physics III Laboratory.

    (0-3-1) F. 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. Note: The prerequisites for this course will change, effective Spring 2019.

    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. Co-requisites: 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. Note: This course will be replaced with PHY 2450, effective Spring 2019.

    Credits: 3
  

  • PHY 2450 - Classical Dynamics.

    (3-0-3) S. This course is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of classical mechanics beyond the introductory course, along with the associated mathematics. Topics include Newton’s laws, the driven damped oscillator, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, orbits, motion in non-inertial reference frames, inertia tensor and principal axes, normal modes, and special relativity. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A “C” or better in PHY 1371 and MAT 3501. MAT 3501 may be taken concurrently. Note: This course will replace PHY 2400 and PHY 3300, effective Spring 2019.

    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 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 3010D-F, H-M, O-Q, T-Y

    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 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. Note: This course will be replaced with PHY 2450, effective Spring 2019.

    Credits: 3
  

  • 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.

    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-Q, T-Y

    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
 

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