Science & Mathematics Courses
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BIOL 1201 Biology Colloquium A
Fall
Seminar course designed to allow freshman biology students and biology faculty members to discuss the relationship of liberal arts studies to the biological sciences and to consider together careers in biology, problems of the academic endeavor, the biology curriculum, topics of current interest, faculty and student research, and popular classics in biology.
Credits: 1
Seminar course designed to allow freshman biology students and biology faculty members to discuss the relationship of liberal arts studies to the biological sciences and to consider together careers in biology, problems of the academic endeavor, the biology curriculum, topics of current interest, faculty and student research, and popular classics in biology.
Credits: 1
BIOL 1211 Biology Colloquium B
Spring
Continuation of BIOL 1201 with emphasis on biomedical ethics.
Credits: 1
Continuation of BIOL 1201 with emphasis on biomedical ethics.
Credits: 1
BIOL 1999 Topics in Biology
On Demand
A lower level course in a selected area of Biology. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
A lower level course in a selected area of Biology. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
BIOL 2034 Plant Biology
Fall
A survey of the relationships within the plant world, considering growth, structure, function (including photo-synthesis, energy requirements, nutrition, and transport mechanisms), inheritance, classification and evolution, ecology, adaptation, variation, and the relationship of plants to human culture.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 1114, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3104. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
A survey of the relationships within the plant world, considering growth, structure, function (including photo-synthesis, energy requirements, nutrition, and transport mechanisms), inheritance, classification and evolution, ecology, adaptation, variation, and the relationship of plants to human culture.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 1114, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3104. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 2044 Animal Biology
Spring
A survey of the relationships within the animal world (including the earth’s environment and the eco-evolutionary interactions that permitted evolutionary change and speciation), animal form and function (emphasizing the coordination of functional systems and environmental requirements), classification (emphasizing diversity, evolution, and natural history of each group).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 1113, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3114. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
A survey of the relationships within the animal world (including the earth’s environment and the eco-evolutionary interactions that permitted evolutionary change and speciation), animal form and function (emphasizing the coordination of functional systems and environmental requirements), classification (emphasizing diversity, evolution, and natural history of each group).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 1113, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3114. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 2274 Microbiology
Spring
A study of basic and applied aspects of general and medical microbiology and immunology. After examining the basic structural and functional similarities and differences between microorganisms and high forms of living organisms, the course will concentrate on the disease-producing properties of microorganisms, the defense mechanisms of hosts (immunity and serological reactions), the pathways by which disease agents are transmitted, and the methods used to control microorganisms. Recommended for students concentrating in nursing; not to be counted on biology area of concentration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2354, CHEM 1124. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
A study of basic and applied aspects of general and medical microbiology and immunology. After examining the basic structural and functional similarities and differences between microorganisms and high forms of living organisms, the course will concentrate on the disease-producing properties of microorganisms, the defense mechanisms of hosts (immunity and serological reactions), the pathways by which disease agents are transmitted, and the methods used to control microorganisms. Recommended for students concentrating in nursing; not to be counted on biology area of concentration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2354, CHEM 1124. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 2354 Human Anatomy
Spring
Gross and histological study of the human organism with particular emphasis on the neuromuscular systems as related to physical education and health care.
Prerequisites & Notes:
high school biology or permission of instructor. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Gross and histological study of the human organism with particular emphasis on the neuromuscular systems as related to physical education and health care.
Prerequisites & Notes:
high school biology or permission of instructor. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 2364 Human Physiology
Fall
Detailed study of the manner in which different organ systems of the human body function.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2354 or permission of instructor. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Detailed study of the manner in which different organ systems of the human body function.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2354 or permission of instructor. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 2999 Independent Study in Biology
Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
BIOL 3014 Molecular and Cellular Biology
Spring
A study of nucleic acid structures and functions, protein structure, synthesis and regulation, properties of enzymes, biosynthetic pathways and energy metabolism, cell structure and function, physico-chemical organization of cells, energetics, transport, mobility, irritability and homeostatic mechanisms, cell growth and division, cell differentiation and transformations, evolutionary potentials of cells, and protistan evolution and origin of multicellularity.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2034, BIOL 2044, and CHEM 3104. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
A study of nucleic acid structures and functions, protein structure, synthesis and regulation, properties of enzymes, biosynthetic pathways and energy metabolism, cell structure and function, physico-chemical organization of cells, energetics, transport, mobility, irritability and homeostatic mechanisms, cell growth and division, cell differentiation and transformations, evolutionary potentials of cells, and protistan evolution and origin of multicellularity.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2034, BIOL 2044, and CHEM 3104. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 3034 Environmental Biology
Fall
A study of ecosystems, biogeochemical systems, energy flow and food chains, populations and communities, interactions among species, influence of physical environment, homeostasis and succession, habitats, biogeography, ecology and human welfare, ecological aspects of natural selection, and symbiosis and competition.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2044. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
A study of ecosystems, biogeochemical systems, energy flow and food chains, populations and communities, interactions among species, influence of physical environment, homeostasis and succession, habitats, biogeography, ecology and human welfare, ecological aspects of natural selection, and symbiosis and competition.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 2044. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 4014 Genetics
Fall
Includes classical genetics; cytological basis of inheritance; molecular genetics; physical basis of the genes; gene action; biochemical genetics; cytoplasmic inheritance; mutations; chromosomal aberrations and polyploidy; genetic basis of evolution and speciation; population genetics; biomedical and genetic engineering.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 3014 or CHEM 3054. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Includes classical genetics; cytological basis of inheritance; molecular genetics; physical basis of the genes; gene action; biochemical genetics; cytoplasmic inheritance; mutations; chromosomal aberrations and polyploidy; genetic basis of evolution and speciation; population genetics; biomedical and genetic engineering.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 3014 or CHEM 3054. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 4044 Developmental Biology
Spring
Considers plant and animal ontogeny and morphogenesis; roles of genetic and environmental factors on growth and development, experimental investigation of plant and animal development; differentiation, morpho-genesis (molecular, cellular, multicellular); hormonal and other biochemical mechanisms of control and coordination; the role of DNA and RNA in development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 4014. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Considers plant and animal ontogeny and morphogenesis; roles of genetic and environmental factors on growth and development, experimental investigation of plant and animal development; differentiation, morpho-genesis (molecular, cellular, multicellular); hormonal and other biochemical mechanisms of control and coordination; the role of DNA and RNA in development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BIOL 4014. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
BIOL 4329 Advanced Topics in Biology
On Demand
An advanced course in a selected area of Biology. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
An advanced course in a selected area of Biology. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
BIOL 4999 Independent Study in Biology
Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in Biology.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Chemistry Courses
CHEM 1054 Introduction to Chemistry I
Fall
A basic introduction to chemistry designed to prepare students for CHEM 1104 and CHEM 1114. The basics of atomic structure, chemical nomenclature, mole concepts, units and measurement, and chemical reaction will be covered. One laboratory session per week. Additional fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 or higher is required as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Credits: 4
A basic introduction to chemistry designed to prepare students for CHEM 1104 and CHEM 1114. The basics of atomic structure, chemical nomenclature, mole concepts, units and measurement, and chemical reaction will be covered. One laboratory session per week. Additional fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 or higher is required as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Credits: 4
CHEM 1063 Introduction to Chemistry II
January Term
Continuation of CHEM 1054. Chemical bonding, physical chemistry of liquids and solutions; nature of chemical changes and energy changes accompanying such change; structural theory of organic chemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of C or better in CHEM 1054. Laboratory is required. Note: CHEM 1054 and CHEM 1064 together will substitute for CHEM 1104. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
Continuation of CHEM 1054. Chemical bonding, physical chemistry of liquids and solutions; nature of chemical changes and energy changes accompanying such change; structural theory of organic chemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of C or better in CHEM 1054. Laboratory is required. Note: CHEM 1054 and CHEM 1064 together will substitute for CHEM 1104. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
CHEM 1104 General Chemistry I
Fall
Designed to satisfy the natural science requirement for students selecting majors or areas of concentration with emphasis in one of the natural sciences. Atomic structure and chemical bonding; physical chemistry of liquids and solutions; nature of chemical changes and energy changes accompanying such change; structural theory of organic chemistry; reactions of organic molecules. One laboratory session per week. Additional fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
C or better in MATH 1163, or higher or current enrollment in MATH 1173 or higher.
Credits: 4
Designed to satisfy the natural science requirement for students selecting majors or areas of concentration with emphasis in one of the natural sciences. Atomic structure and chemical bonding; physical chemistry of liquids and solutions; nature of chemical changes and energy changes accompanying such change; structural theory of organic chemistry; reactions of organic molecules. One laboratory session per week. Additional fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
C or better in MATH 1163, or higher or current enrollment in MATH 1173 or higher.
Credits: 4
CHEM 1114 General Chemistry II
Spring
Continuation of CHEM 1104. Stoichiometry; equilibrium; electrochemical cells; thermodynamics of inorganic systems; practical applications in qualitative analysis and elementary quantitative analysis. One laboratory session per week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 1104, MATH 2013 (or MATH 1163/1173 if MATH 2013 taken concurrently). Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Continuation of CHEM 1104. Stoichiometry; equilibrium; electrochemical cells; thermodynamics of inorganic systems; practical applications in qualitative analysis and elementary quantitative analysis. One laboratory session per week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 1104, MATH 2013 (or MATH 1163/1173 if MATH 2013 taken concurrently). Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 1124 Introduction to General and Biological Chemistry
Fall
Designed to satisfy the natural science requirement in nursing. Atomic structure and chemical bonding; physical chemistry of liquids and solutions; nature of chemical changes and energy changes accompanying such change; structural theory of organic chemistry; reactions of organic molecules; structures and properties of natural organic compounds; chemical reactions in living organisms. One laboratory session per week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 or 2013. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Designed to satisfy the natural science requirement in nursing. Atomic structure and chemical bonding; physical chemistry of liquids and solutions; nature of chemical changes and energy changes accompanying such change; structural theory of organic chemistry; reactions of organic molecules; structures and properties of natural organic compounds; chemical reactions in living organisms. One laboratory session per week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 or 2013. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 1999 Topics in Chemistry
On Demand
A lower level course in a selected area of Chemistry. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
A lower level course in a selected area of Chemistry. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
CHEM 2202 Instrumental Analysis
Fall
Methods of instrumental analysis in chemistry. Basis for techniques, instrument construction, and spectrum interpretation will be covered.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 1114.
Credits: 2
Methods of instrumental analysis in chemistry. Basis for techniques, instrument construction, and spectrum interpretation will be covered.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 1114.
Credits: 2
CHEM 2999 Independent Study in Chemistry
Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
Approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
CHEM 3034 Analytical Chemistry
Spring
Extension of studies of stoichiometry, titrametric analysis and equilibrium begun in general chemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 1114 and MATH 2023. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Extension of studies of stoichiometry, titrametric analysis and equilibrium begun in general chemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 1114 and MATH 2023. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 3043 Environmental Chemistry
On Demand
A survey of natural chemical phenomenon in the environment, how they are affected by human activities and the resulting consequences. The application of general chemical principles to understanding and addressing environmental phenomena and problems. Survey of analytical techniques used in environmental chemical analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 3114, CHEM 3034 recommended.
Credits: 3
A survey of natural chemical phenomenon in the environment, how they are affected by human activities and the resulting consequences. The application of general chemical principles to understanding and addressing environmental phenomena and problems. Survey of analytical techniques used in environmental chemical analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 3114, CHEM 3034 recommended.
Credits: 3
CHEM 3054 Biochemistry
Fall
The structural and functional properties of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids are studied to reveal the molecular basis of membrane composition and dynamics, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics and regulation, and the transmission and expression of genetic information in prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 3114. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
The structural and functional properties of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids are studied to reveal the molecular basis of membrane composition and dynamics, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics and regulation, and the transmission and expression of genetic information in prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 3114. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 3104 Organic Chemistry I
Fall
Considers the correlation of structures of principal classes of organic compounds with their properties, introduction to organic reaction mechanisms, chemistry of polyfunctional compounds including macromolecules of biological significance.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 1114 or its equivalent as determined by instructor. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Considers the correlation of structures of principal classes of organic compounds with their properties, introduction to organic reaction mechanisms, chemistry of polyfunctional compounds including macromolecules of biological significance.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 1114 or its equivalent as determined by instructor. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 3114 Organic Chemistry II
Spring
Application of principles from CHEM 3104 to organic reaction mechanisms and to organic qualitative analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of C or better in CHEM 3104 or its equivalent as determined by instructor. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Application of principles from CHEM 3104 to organic reaction mechanisms and to organic qualitative analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of C or better in CHEM 3104 or its equivalent as determined by instructor. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 3203 Advanced Laboratory
On Demand
The use of instruments and advanced techniques in separating and analyzing substances, both inorganic and organic.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 3034 and permission. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
The use of instruments and advanced techniques in separating and analyzing substances, both inorganic and organic.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 3034 and permission. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
CHEM 3702 Applied Mathematics in Advanced Chemistry
Spring
This course will concentrate on quantitative problem solving skills for topics covered in Advanced Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry I and II, as well as some physics; focusing on applications such as thermodynamics, chemical group theory, molecular modeling, and Heisenburg and Schrodinger Formalism.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in MATH 2023 and CHEM 1104.
Credits: 2
This course will concentrate on quantitative problem solving skills for topics covered in Advanced Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry I and II, as well as some physics; focusing on applications such as thermodynamics, chemical group theory, molecular modeling, and Heisenburg and Schrodinger Formalism.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in MATH 2023 and CHEM 1104.
Credits: 2
CHEM 3999 Cooperative Work Experience
A supervised and evaluated work experience designed to supplement academic training with on-the-job training relevant to the student’s career goals. Up to six hours credit may be earned either with part-time work during the semester (parallel plan) or three-five months of full-time employment (alternating plan).
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of Division Chairman and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of Division Chairman and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
CHEM 4114 Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics I (PHYS 4114)
Fall
Considers states of matter; laws of thermodynamics applied to states and their changes; equilibria; kinetics; electromotive force; irreversible processes; quantum theory; topics selected as appropriate to the interests and needs of students enrolled.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 1114, PHYS 2525, and CHEM 3702. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Considers states of matter; laws of thermodynamics applied to states and their changes; equilibria; kinetics; electromotive force; irreversible processes; quantum theory; topics selected as appropriate to the interests and needs of students enrolled.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 1114, PHYS 2525, and CHEM 3702. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 4124 Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics II (PHYS 4124)
Spring, Even
Sequent of CHEM 4114, involving continuation of the same topics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of C or better in PHYS 2525, and CHEM 3702. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Sequent of CHEM 4114, involving continuation of the same topics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of C or better in PHYS 2525, and CHEM 3702. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 4329 Advanced Topics in Chemistry
On Demand
An advanced course in a selected area of Chemistry. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
An advanced course in a selected area of Chemistry. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
CHEM 4504 Inorganic Chemistry
Fall, Odd
The bonding and reactivity of inorganic molecules will be emphasized. Several bonding theories will be discussed and applied to understand the properties and reactivity of coordination compoounds and organometallic systems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 3114 and MATH 2023. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
The bonding and reactivity of inorganic molecules will be emphasized. Several bonding theories will be discussed and applied to understand the properties and reactivity of coordination compoounds and organometallic systems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 3114 and MATH 2023. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
CHEM 4603 Advanced Biochemistry
Spring
Metabolic and biosynthetic pathways will be emphasized and the biochemical description of molecular immunology will be introduced.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 3054, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 4652.
Credits: 3
Metabolic and biosynthetic pathways will be emphasized and the biochemical description of molecular immunology will be introduced.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 3054, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 4652.
Credits: 3
CHEM 4652 Biochemical Methods
Spring
Experimentation in recombinant DNA techniques, genetic and enzymatic regulation, and enzymecoenzyme interactions.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 3054, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 4603. Additional fee required.
Credits: 2
Experimentation in recombinant DNA techniques, genetic and enzymatic regulation, and enzymecoenzyme interactions.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of C or better in CHEM 3054, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 4603. Additional fee required.
Credits: 2
CHEM 4703 Forensic Chemistry
Spring
This course is an introduction to the use of scientific evidence in the legal system.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 3114 and CHEM 2202 is recommended.
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the use of scientific evidence in the legal system.
Prerequisites & Notes:
a grade of C or better in CHEM 3114 and CHEM 2202 is recommended.
Credits: 3
CHEM 4999 Independent Study in Chemistry
Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in Chemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
General Science Courses
GNSC 1001 Computing for Science I
Fall
This course covers the use of office packages, graphical line fitting, and experience with different operating systems such as Linus, Mac OS, and Windows. The use of the world wide web as a research and collaborative tool in science will also be covered.
Credits: 1
This course covers the use of office packages, graphical line fitting, and experience with different operating systems such as Linus, Mac OS, and Windows. The use of the world wide web as a research and collaborative tool in science will also be covered.
Credits: 1
GNSC 1124 Natural Science II: Biology
Spring
A survey for non-science majors of selected topics in life sciences such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, paleontology, sociobiology, environmental and evolutionary biology. Includes historical development, the scientific method, the relation of science to cultural context and contemporary issues. Will not satisfy the basic core science requirement for B.S. Degrees other than education, mathematics, computer science or exercise and sports science. GNSC 1114 followed by GNSC 1124 is the preferred order. Required laboratory with additional fee.
Credits: 4
A survey for non-science majors of selected topics in life sciences such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, paleontology, sociobiology, environmental and evolutionary biology. Includes historical development, the scientific method, the relation of science to cultural context and contemporary issues. Will not satisfy the basic core science requirement for B.S. Degrees other than education, mathematics, computer science or exercise and sports science. GNSC 1114 followed by GNSC 1124 is the preferred order. Required laboratory with additional fee.
Credits: 4
GNSC 1201 Cornerstone of Science
Fall
Seminar course designed to allow freshman science students and faculty members to discuss the relationship of liberal arts studies to the sciences and to consider together careers in science, challenges of academic integrity and ethical responsibility, the biology curriculum, topics of current interest, faculty and student research, and popular classics of science.
Credits: 1
Seminar course designed to allow freshman science students and faculty members to discuss the relationship of liberal arts studies to the sciences and to consider together careers in science, challenges of academic integrity and ethical responsibility, the biology curriculum, topics of current interest, faculty and student research, and popular classics of science.
Credits: 1
GNSC 1999 Topics in General Science
On Demand
A lower level course in a selected area of General Science. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
A lower level course in a selected area of General Science. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
GNSC 2204 Earth Science
Fall
Study of characteristics and theories of the development of Earth and its neighbors in space. Includes geology, meteorology, and astronomy. Note: This course will not substitute for GNSC 1114 or GNSC 1124. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Study of characteristics and theories of the development of Earth and its neighbors in space. Includes geology, meteorology, and astronomy. Note: This course will not substitute for GNSC 1114 or GNSC 1124. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
GNSC 2304 Environmental Science
Spring
Develops further the chemical aspects of geology, meteorology and astronomy introduced in Earth Science. Also included is the study of selected areas of physical and life sciences related to environmental issues. Among these areas are energy sources and exchanges and molecular biology. Individual scientific research project requires extensive literature search on current issues, collection of quantitative data, and a high level of reasoning. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required. This course will not substitute for GNSC 1114 or GNSC 1124.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GNSC 2204 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Develops further the chemical aspects of geology, meteorology and astronomy introduced in Earth Science. Also included is the study of selected areas of physical and life sciences related to environmental issues. Among these areas are energy sources and exchanges and molecular biology. Individual scientific research project requires extensive literature search on current issues, collection of quantitative data, and a high level of reasoning. Laboratory is required. Additional fee required. This course will not substitute for GNSC 1114 or GNSC 1124.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GNSC 2204 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
GNSC 2501 Planetarium Operations
A special laboratory course in which students plan, produce and present planetarium shows. This opportunity for hands-on experience in astronomy, educational principles and multi-media technologies, as well as fine arts and communication skills, offers benefit to a variety of careers.
Credits: 1
Credits: 1
GNSC 2999 Independent Study in General Science
Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
GNSC 3114 Issues in Physical Science
Spring.
This course focuses on a specific physical science area and is intended for non-science majors. Required laboratory with additional fee.
Credits: 4
This course focuses on a specific physical science area and is intended for non-science majors. Required laboratory with additional fee.
Credits: 4
GNSC 3123 History and Philosophy of Science through Newton (PHIL 3123)
Spring, Even
An introduction to major issues in the philosophy of science with an emphasis on critical episodes in the historical development of science through Newton.
Credits: 3
An introduction to major issues in the philosophy of science with an emphasis on critical episodes in the historical development of science through Newton.
Credits: 3
GNSC 3133 History and Philosophy of Science after Newton (PHIL 3133)
Spring, Odd
An introduction to major issues in the philosophy of science with an emphasis on critical episodes in the historical development of science after Newton.
Credits: 3
An introduction to major issues in the philosophy of science with an emphasis on critical episodes in the historical development of science after Newton.
Credits: 3
GNSC 3901 Computing for Science II
Spring
This course covers computer hardware and advanced scientific computing applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GNSC 1001
Credits: 1
This course covers computer hardware and advanced scientific computing applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GNSC 1001
Credits: 1
GNSC 4113 Cosmology and Cultures
Fall
Historical development of selected scientific concepts such as planetary motion, mechanics, heat, light, atomic and quantum theory, relativity, ecosystems, evolution, and molecular biology. Emphasis primarily on the physical sciences. Laboratory is required as well as additional lab work that culminates in a senior project. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
Historical development of selected scientific concepts such as planetary motion, mechanics, heat, light, atomic and quantum theory, relativity, ecosystems, evolution, and molecular biology. Emphasis primarily on the physical sciences. Laboratory is required as well as additional lab work that culminates in a senior project. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
GNSC 4329 Advanced Topics in General Science
On Demand
An advanced course in a selected area of General Science. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
An advanced course in a selected area of General Science. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
GNSC 4951 Science Capstone
Spring
Seminar course designed to allow senior science students to reflect on the sum of their undergraduate science experiences, prepare for entrance into future scientific endeavors, contemplate the integration of faith and science, and to demonstrate competency in the application of knowledge and skills acquired through completion of an independent research project.
Credits: 1
Seminar course designed to allow senior science students to reflect on the sum of their undergraduate science experiences, prepare for entrance into future scientific endeavors, contemplate the integration of faith and science, and to demonstrate competency in the application of knowledge and skills acquired through completion of an independent research project.
Credits: 1
GNSC 4999 Independent Study in General Science
Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in General Science.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Mathematics Courses
MATH 1033 Intro. to Contemporary Mathematics
Logic, mathematical systems, geometry, probability and statistics, numeration and number theory.
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
MATH 1163 College Algebra
Equations, inequalities, polynomial functions, rational functions, graphs, logarithmic functions, exponential functions, determinants, series, sequences, and probability.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GNED 1133 or 1.5 years of high school algebra (with a grade of C or better in the most recent course) or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites & Notes:
GNED 1133 or 1.5 years of high school algebra (with a grade of C or better in the most recent course) or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam.
Credits: 3
MATH 1173 College Trigonometry
Trigonometric functions and their graphs, fundamental identities, logarithms, and applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 (with a grade of C or better) or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1163.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 (with a grade of C or better) or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1163.
Credits: 3
MATH 1203 Elementary Mathematics I
Fall
Selected topics from the theory of elementary mathematics, including the origin of numerals and systems of numeration; sets and relations, and the structure and properties of the systems of whole numbers, the integers, the rational numbers, and the real numbers.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1033 or Division Chairperson approval. Credit will not apply toward a mathematics or a secondary mathematics education degree.
Credits: 3
Selected topics from the theory of elementary mathematics, including the origin of numerals and systems of numeration; sets and relations, and the structure and properties of the systems of whole numbers, the integers, the rational numbers, and the real numbers.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1033 or Division Chairperson approval. Credit will not apply toward a mathematics or a secondary mathematics education degree.
Credits: 3
MATH 1213 Elementary Mathematics II
Spring
Continuation of MATH 1203, including study of metric system and special emphasis on informal geometry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1203 or permission of Division Chairperson. Credit will not apply toward a mathematics or a secondary mathematics education degree.
Credits: 3
Continuation of MATH 1203, including study of metric system and special emphasis on informal geometry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1203 or permission of Division Chairperson. Credit will not apply toward a mathematics or a secondary mathematics education degree.
Credits: 3
MATH 1223 Elementary Mathematics III
Fall
Continuation of MATH 1213, including a study of basic geometric construction, translations, reflections and rotations, basic statistics, introduction to basic probability and calculator usage.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1213 or permission of Division Chairperson. Credit will not apply toward a mathematics or a secondary mathematics education degree.
Credits: 3
Continuation of MATH 1213, including a study of basic geometric construction, translations, reflections and rotations, basic statistics, introduction to basic probability and calculator usage.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1213 or permission of Division Chairperson. Credit will not apply toward a mathematics or a secondary mathematics education degree.
Credits: 3
MATH 1903 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences
Differentiation and integral calculus especially designed for business and social science majors, emphasizing functions of one variable, including exponential and logarithmic functions, limits and continuity; differentiation, graphing and optimization; and integration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 or two years of high school algebra (with a grade of C or better in the most recent course).
Credits: 3
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 or two years of high school algebra (with a grade of C or better in the most recent course).
Credits: 3
MATH 1999 Topics in Mathematics
On Demand
A lower level course in a selected area of Mathematics. Not for independent study.
Credits: 1 to 4
A lower level course in a selected area of Mathematics. Not for independent study.
Credits: 1 to 4
MATH 2003 Basic Statistics
Introduction to descriptive statistics and statistical inference. Study of the processes of collection, organization, presentation and interpretation of numerical data. Population sampling and prediction. Probability theory.
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
MATH 2013 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Functions and their graphs, limits, continuity, derivatives, differentials, trigonometric functions, applications of the derivative, Mean Value Theorem.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 and 1173 (with a grade of C or better in both courses), the equivalent of the preceding prerequisite, or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement examination.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 and 1173 (with a grade of C or better in both courses), the equivalent of the preceding prerequisite, or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement examination.
Credits: 3
MATH 2023 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II
Integrals, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, applications of the integral, elementary transcendental functions, techniques of integration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2013 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2013 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 2033 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III
Fall
Sequences, series, convergence of series, power series, Taylor’s formula, conic sections, polar coordinates, space geometry and curves, vector analysis of curves.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Sequences, series, convergence of series, power series, Taylor’s formula, conic sections, polar coordinates, space geometry and curves, vector analysis of curves.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 2043 Analytic Geometry and Calculus IV
Spring
Differential calculus of several variables, applications of partial derivatives, multiple integrals, Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem, Stokes’s Theorem, introduction to differential equations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2033 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Differential calculus of several variables, applications of partial derivatives, multiple integrals, Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem, Stokes’s Theorem, introduction to differential equations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2033 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 2999 Independent Study in Mathematics
Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form.
Credits: 1 to 4
MATH 3013 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Fall, Odd
Permutations, combinations, probabilities in finite sample spaces, independence, conditional probability, joint and continuous distributions, averages and variance (theoretical and sample), random sampling, estimation and hypothesis testing, covariance and correlation, least squares, curve fitting, and regression.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Permutations, combinations, probabilities in finite sample spaces, independence, conditional probability, joint and continuous distributions, averages and variance (theoretical and sample), random sampling, estimation and hypothesis testing, covariance and correlation, least squares, curve fitting, and regression.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 3053 Geometry in the Secondary Schools
January Term, Even
Overview of secondary geometry curricula with views toward future trends. Non-formal and axiomatic development of Euclidean geometry featuring comparisons with other familiar non- Euclidean models. Proofs and transformational geometry from the perspective of the secondary mathematics teacher. Study and comparison of contemporary secondary geometry textbooks.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2013 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Overview of secondary geometry curricula with views toward future trends. Non-formal and axiomatic development of Euclidean geometry featuring comparisons with other familiar non- Euclidean models. Proofs and transformational geometry from the perspective of the secondary mathematics teacher. Study and comparison of contemporary secondary geometry textbooks.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2013 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 3123 History of Mathematics
Fall
Capstone course for mathematics and mathematics education majors. A survey of the development of mathematical thought including social, intellectual, political, and aesthetic interrelationships. Contains a research component.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Senior standing or permission by instructor.
Credits: 3
Capstone course for mathematics and mathematics education majors. A survey of the development of mathematical thought including social, intellectual, political, and aesthetic interrelationships. Contains a research component.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Senior standing or permission by instructor.
Credits: 3
MATH 3133 Modern Geometry
Spring, Even
Euclidean geometry from a modern viewpoint, transformations, projective geometry, non- Euclidean geometry, foundations of geometry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or permission.
Credits: 3
Euclidean geometry from a modern viewpoint, transformations, projective geometry, non- Euclidean geometry, foundations of geometry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or permission.
Credits: 3
MATH 3203 Linear Algebra
Fall, Even
Linear transformations, matrix theory, determinant theory and vector spaces.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Linear transformations, matrix theory, determinant theory and vector spaces.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 3243 Differential Equations
Fall, Odd
Solution of first order equations, solution of high order equations, series solutions, Laplace transforms, Sturm-Liouville problem, Fourier series.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Solution of first order equations, solution of high order equations, series solutions, Laplace transforms, Sturm-Liouville problem, Fourier series.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 3999 Cooperative Work Experience
A supervised and evaluated work experience designed to supplement academic training with on-the-job training relevant to the student’s career goals. Up to six hours credit may be earned either with part-time work during the semester (parallel plan) or three-five months of full-time employment (alternating plan).
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of Division Chairman and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of Division Chairman and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
MATH 4103 Introduction to Real Analysis
Spring, Even
Real number system, sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, the Riemann integral.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
Real number system, sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, the Riemann integral.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or its equivalent.
Credits: 3
MATH 4133 Introduction to Modern Algebra
Spring, Odd
An axiomatic development of mathematical systems: groups, rings and fields, with examples.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or permission.
Credits: 3
An axiomatic development of mathematical systems: groups, rings and fields, with examples.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better) or permission.
Credits: 3
MATH 4183 Numerical Analysis
Spring, Odd
Introduction to the numerical algorithms fundamental to mathematical and scientific computer work. Includes elementary discussion of error, polynomial interpolation, linear systems of equations, solutions of nonlinear equations, numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations, difference equations, and numerical integration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better), MATH 3203, and CIS 2053; or permission.
Credits: 3
Introduction to the numerical algorithms fundamental to mathematical and scientific computer work. Includes elementary discussion of error, polynomial interpolation, linear systems of equations, solutions of nonlinear equations, numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations, difference equations, and numerical integration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 (with a grade of C or better), MATH 3203, and CIS 2053; or permission.
Credits: 3
MATH 4329 Advanced Topics in Mathematics
On Demand
An advanced course in a selected area of Mathematics. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing.
Credits: 1 to 4
An advanced course in a selected area of Mathematics. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing.
Credits: 1 to 4
MATH 4999 Independent Study in Mathematics
Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in Mathematics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form.
Credits: 1 to 4
Physics Courses
PHYS 1999 Topics in Physics
On Demand
A lower level course in a selected area of Physics. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
A lower level course in a selected area of Physics. Not for independent study. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
PHYS 2414 College Physics I
Fall
Vectors, mechanics, fluids dynamics, heat and sound. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 and MATH 1173; or permission. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Vectors, mechanics, fluids dynamics, heat and sound. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 1163 and MATH 1173; or permission. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 2424 College Physics II
Spring
Electricity, magnetism, optics, and introduction to modern physics. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2414. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Electricity, magnetism, optics, and introduction to modern physics. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2414. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 2515 University Physics I
Fall
Mechanics, Fluid, Wave, Sound, and Thermodynamics. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 and CHEM 1114. Additional fee required.
Credits: 5
Mechanics, Fluid, Wave, Sound, and Thermodynamics. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 2023 and CHEM 1114. Additional fee required.
Credits: 5
PHYS 2525 University Physics II
Spring
Electricity, magnetism, light, and modern physics. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515. Additional fee required.
Credits: 5
Electricity, magnetism, light, and modern physics. One laboratory session each week.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515. Additional fee required.
Credits: 5
PHYS 2999 Independent Study in Physics
Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
PHYS 3014 Classical Mechanics
Fall, Even
Statics, dynamics, introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515.
Credits: 4
Statics, dynamics, introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515.
Credits: 4
PHYS 3023 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
Spring, Odd
Thermodynamic laws, entropy, heat transfer, equations of state, kinetic theory. Maxwell- Beltzmann statistics, Bose-Einstein statistics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515, MATH 2033 and MATH 2043.
Credits: 3
Thermodynamic laws, entropy, heat transfer, equations of state, kinetic theory. Maxwell- Beltzmann statistics, Bose-Einstein statistics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515, MATH 2033 and MATH 2043.
Credits: 3
PHYS 3053 Optics and Wave Motion
Fall, Odd
Geometrical and physical optics, interference, diffraction, electro-magnetic theory of light, special relativity.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525.
Credits: 3
Geometrical and physical optics, interference, diffraction, electro-magnetic theory of light, special relativity.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525.
Credits: 3
PHYS 3154 Modern Physics I
Fall, Odd
Special theory of relativity, quantum theory, atomic structure and origin of spectral lines; molecular bonding and energy levels.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525, MATH 2033 and MATH 2043. One hour lab required.
Credits: 4
Special theory of relativity, quantum theory, atomic structure and origin of spectral lines; molecular bonding and energy levels.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525, MATH 2033 and MATH 2043. One hour lab required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 3164 Modern Physics II
Spring, Even
Radioactivity, high energy particles, radiation detectors, nuclear properties and structure, introduction to solid state physics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 3154. One hour lab required.
Credits: 4
Radioactivity, high energy particles, radiation detectors, nuclear properties and structure, introduction to solid state physics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 3154. One hour lab required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 4013 Advanced Laboratory I
Fall
Two hours of lecture in the area of experimental physics and three hours of laboratory work.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
Two hours of lecture in the area of experimental physics and three hours of laboratory work.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
PHYS 4023 Advanced Laboratory II
Spring
Two hours of lecture in the area of experimental physics and three hours of laboratory work.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
Two hours of lecture in the area of experimental physics and three hours of laboratory work.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525. Additional fee required.
Credits: 3
PHYS 4114 Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics I (CHEM 4114)
Fall
Considers states of matter; laws of thermodynamics applied to states and their changes; equilibria; kinetics; electromotive force; irreversible processes; quantum theory; topics selected as appropriate to the interests and needs of students enrolled. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Considers states of matter; laws of thermodynamics applied to states and their changes; equilibria; kinetics; electromotive force; irreversible processes; quantum theory; topics selected as appropriate to the interests and needs of students enrolled. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 4124 Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics II (CHEM 4124)
Spring
Sequent of PHYS 4114, involving continuation of the same topics. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
Sequent of PHYS 4114, involving continuation of the same topics. Additional fee required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 4183 Computational Physics
Spring, Odd
Introduction to the numerical algorithms fundamental to mathematical and scientific computer work. Emphasis on the physics problem modeling.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515 or permission.
Credits: 3
Introduction to the numerical algorithms fundamental to mathematical and scientific computer work. Emphasis on the physics problem modeling.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2515 or permission.
Credits: 3
PHYS 4329 Advanced Topics in Physics
On Demand
An advanced course in a selected area of Physics. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
An advanced course in a selected area of Physics. Not for independent study.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
PHYS 4333 Electricity and Magnetism I
Fall, Even
Vector analysis, Electrostatics and fields, Magnetostatics and fields, special techniques for Boundary-Value problems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525, MATH 2033 and MATH 2043.
Credits: 3
Vector analysis, Electrostatics and fields, Magnetostatics and fields, special techniques for Boundary-Value problems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 2525, MATH 2033 and MATH 2043.
Credits: 3
PHYS 4344 Electricity and Magnetism II
Spring, Odd
Electromagnetic wave, Maxwell’s equations, Electro-dynamics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 4333. One hour lab required.
Credits: 4
Electromagnetic wave, Maxwell’s equations, Electro-dynamics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHYS 4333. One hour lab required.
Credits: 4
PHYS 4999 Independent Study in Physics
Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in Physics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites & Notes:
approval of the Dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form. Additional fee may be required.
Credits: 1 to 4
