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PHYS 182 - General Physics II with Laboratory
Description:
An integrated experimental and analytical investigation of topics in rotational dynamics, wave mechanics, and conservation principles. This integrated lecture/laboratory course includes the analysis of physical systems using algebra, trigonometry, and calculus along with inquiry-based activities and experimental investigation. Formerly PHYS 212, students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 181 and MATH 173. Corequisite: MATH 173.
Credits: (5)
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PHYS 183 - General Physics III with Laboratory
Description:
An integrated experimental and analytical investigation of topics in electricity and magnetism. This integrated lecture/laboratory course includes the analysis of physical systems using algebra, trigonometry, and calculus along with inquiry-based activities and experimental investigation. Formerly PHYS 213, students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 181 and MATH 173. Corequisite: MATH 173.
Credits: (5)
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PHYS 201 - Operation and Research Techniques for Small Observatories
Description:
Students are trained to operate a small observatory, and to use CCD cameras to collect stellar photometry data.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 101, and either MATH 153 with a grade of C or higher or eligible for MATH 154 based on Math Placement Test.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 292 - Exploring Physics Teaching
Description:
Inquiry-based learning course that provides preparation for teaching physics using pedagogies that have been guided by physics education research.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 113, PHYS 123, or PHYS 183.
Credits: (2)
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PHYS 298 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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PHYS 299 - Seminar
Description:
May be repeated if subject is different.
Credits: (1-5)
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PHYS 301 - Stellar Astrophysics I
Description:
Introduction to and application of physical principles, including; relativity, quantum theory, and classical physics associated with the characterization of astrophysical systems.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 101, PHYS 183, and MATH 173.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 302 - Stellar Astrophysics II
Description:
Application of physical principles including relativity, quantum theory, classical electromagnetic fields, and classical mechanics to astrophysical processes and the evolution of astrophysical systems.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 301.
Credits: (2)
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PHYS 317 - Modern Physics I
Description:
Topics in physics including relativity, particle physics, and history of modern physics. Analyzing physical systems using calculus, algebra, and trigonometry.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: MATH 173 and either PHYS 113, or PHYS 123, or PHYS 183.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 318 - Modern Physics II
Description:
Topics in physics including quantum physics and atomic structure. Analyzing physical systems using calculus, algebra, and trigonometry.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 317.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 320 - Electrical Circuits I
Description:
Application of fundamental concepts of electrical science in linear circuit analysis and the use of mathematical models in the analysis of electric components and circuits.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisites: MATH 376 and PHYS 321. Prerequisites: PHYS 183.
Credits: (5)
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PHYS 321 - Electrical Circuits I Laboratory
Description:
This laboratory course will cover topics in electrical instruments, laboratory applications of electric laws, and transient and steady-state responses of electrical signals.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 183. Co-requisite: MATH 376 and PHYS 320.
Credits: (2)
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PHYS 322 - Molecular Biophysics
Description:
Introduction to biophysics on the molecular and cellular scales. Analyzing biological systems using classical mechanics, electrostatics and statistical mechanics. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Winter).
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: (PHYS 123 or PHYS 183 or PHYS 113) and MATH 173.
Credits: (4)
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Summarize and critique current biophysics review articles, to demonstrate knowledge of biophysical principles.
- Apply principles of classical physics to describe the physical mechanisms involved in biological systems.
- Develop familiarity and facility with some commonly used analytical tools for biophysical problems: calculus techniques, computational simulations, statistical analysis of data.
- Communicate about a specialized interdisciplinary topic to an audience from a variety of backgrounds, including physics, biology, health sciences, and chemistry
Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/7/17
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PHYS 323 - Experimental Biophysics
Description:
Introduction to techniques in experimental biophysics. Topics include fluorescence microscopy, image processing, computational modeling, and statistical mechanics.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 322.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 331 - Laboratory Practices and Techniques
Description:
Topics in experimental techniques with emphasis in electronic systems. One class meeting and six hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 183.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 333 - Experimental Physics I
Description:
Topics in experimental techniques used in physics. One class meeting and six hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 331.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 334 - Experimental Physics II
Description:
Topics in experimental techniques used in physics. One class meeting and six hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 333.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 342 - Thermodynamics
Description:
The laws of thermodynamics and its application to macroscopic systems.
Prerequisites:
Co- or prerequisite: PHYS 318.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 351 - Analytical Mechanics I
Description:
Introduction to advanced physical concepts and mathematical techniques associated with dynamic systems including conservation laws, mpm-conservative forces, oscillating systems, non-inertial reference frames, and central-force motion.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 113 or PHYS 123 or PHYS 183. Pre- or co-requisites: MATH 273 and MATH 376.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 352 - Analytical Mechanics II
Description:
Further study of dynamic systems. Introduction to coordinate transformations, variational principles, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian methods, and nonlinear systems.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 351.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 361 - Computational Physics
Description:
Numerical methods of studying physical properties of realistic systems. FORTRAN, IMSL/MATH Library, and MATHEMATICA will be introduced. MATH 265 may be taken as a pre- or co-requisite.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 113 or PHYS 123 or PHYS 183. Co- or pre- requisite: MATH 265.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 363 - Optics
Description:
The mathematics of wave motion, electromagnetic theory, propagation of light, geometrical optics, and physical optics. Includes the experimental investigation of optical phenomena. Three class meetings and two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: MATH 173 and PHYS 113, or PHYS 123, or PHYS 183.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 381 - Electromagnetic Theory I
Description:
Topics in electrostatics including electric fields, electric potential, Gauss’ law, electrostatic energy, and multipole expansions.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 113 or PHYS 123 or PHYS 183 and MATH 265 and MATH 273.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 382 - Electromagnetic Theory II
Description:
Topics in electrostatics and magnetostatics including the electrostatics of polarizable media, vacuum magnetostatics, magnetostatics in matter, and introduction to the Maxwell equations.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 381.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 383 - Electromagnetic Theory III
Description:
Topics in the Maxwell equations, electrodynamics, and electromagnetic waves.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 382.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 392 - Exploring Physics Teaching II
Description:
Inquiry-based learning course that enhances preparation for teaching physics using best-practice pedagogies, lesson planning, and action research. May be repeated up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 292.
Credits: (2)
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PHYS 397 - Honors
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.
Credits: (1-12)
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PHYS 398 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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PHYS 399 - Seminar
Description:
May be repeated if subject is different.
Credits: (1-5)
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PHYS 433 - Experimental Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
Description:
Students in the course will learn and apply some of the conceptual principles and fundamental laboratory techniques of atomic, molecular, and optical physics. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 318 and PHYS 333, or permission of instructor.
Credits: (3)
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PHYS 441 - Solid State Physics
Description:
Introduction to the principles of solid state physics including crystal structures and symmetries, diffraction, reciprocal space, energy bands, and thermodynamics and transport phenomena. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (in Spring).
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: MATH 272 and (PHYS 318 or CHEM 382). Co-requisite: PHYS 318 or CHEM 382.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 454 - Acoustics
Description:
Theory, applications, and laboratory techniques related to sound and vibration. Topics include: wave propagation, structural vibration, and interaction between sound and structures. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Spring).
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: MATH 376 and PHYS 361 and (PHYS 351 or PHYS 342), or instructor permission.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 461 - Advanced Computational Physics
Description:
Applications of standard numerical modeling techniques to physics problems involving nonlinear and/or differential equations, including wave propagation, fluid flow, thermodynamics, electrodynamics, and particle physics. PHYS 461 and PHYS 561 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: MATH 376 and PHYS 361.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 463 - Fundamentals of Lasers
Description:
Overview of laser technology with emphasis on laser characteristics, safety, and applications.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 363.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 474 - Quantum Mechanics I
Description:
Methods of quantum mechanics and applications to physical systems. Examples from nuclear, atomic, and molecular physics.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 318 and MATH 376.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 475 - Quantum Mechanics II
Description:
Methods of quantum mechanics and applications to physical systems. Examples from nuclear, atomic, and molecular physics.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 474.
Credits: (4)
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PHYS 489 - Senior Assessment
Description:
An end-of-major course consisting of curriculum review and program assessment activities. By permission.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: senior standing and admission to the physics major.
Credits: (1)
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Learning Agreement Forms PHYS 490 - Cooperative Education
Description:
An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.
Credits: (1-12)
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PHYS 491 - Workshop
Credits: (1-6)
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PHYS 492 - Laboratory Experience in Teaching Physics
Description:
By permission. May be repeated up to 6 credits.
Credits: (2)
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PHYS 495 - Undergraduate Research
Description:
By permission. May be repeated up to 12 credits.
Credits: (1-2)
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PHYS 497 - Honors
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.
Credits: (1-12)
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PHYS 498 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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PHYS 499 - Seminar
Credits: (1)
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Political Science (POSC) |
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POSC 101 - Introduction to Politics
Description:
The basic ideas around which political debate revolves and from which political institutions evolve. SB-Foundations of Human Adaptations and Behavior (W).
Credits: (5)
General Education Category
SB-Foundations of Human Adaptations and Behavior (W).
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POSC 210 - American Politics
Description:
Origin and development of the United States government; structure, political behavior, organizations, and processes; rights and duties of citizens. For general education (breadth) credit, a student must be enrolled in or have completed ENG 101. SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S.
Credits: (5)
General Education Category
SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S.
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POSC 230 - State and Local Government
Credits: (5)
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POSC 260 - Comparative Politics
Description:
Comparative political analysis, utilizing a variety of methods and theoretical approaches; application to selected western and non-western systems. Recommended to precede other courses in comparative politics.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 270 - International Politics
Description:
Conditions and principles governing the contemporary nation-state system. SB-Perspectives on World Cultures (W).
Credits: (5)
General Education Category
SB-Perspectives on World Cultures (W).
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POSC 298 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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POSC 299 - Seminar
Description:
May be repeated if subject is different.
Credits: (1-5)
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POSC 311 - Women and Politics
Description:
The politics of human sexuality: men’s and women’s rights, sex roles, sexual discrimination, laws governing sexuality, and related issues.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 313 - The Legislative Process
Description:
The Congress of the United States, drafting of bills, legislative leadership, the committee system, relation to executive and judicial branches, pressure groups.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 314 - American Presidency
Description:
The office of the chief executive: its constitutional, political, and administrative processes.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 315 - Political Campaigns and Elections
Description:
Evaluations of campaign techniques and practices; campaign financing and expenditures; voting behavior; election theory; elections and public policy.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 316 - Latinos and the U.S. Political System
Description:
This course examines the political reality of Latinos in the United States: a diverse population made up largely of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban American, and other Latinos of Central and South American origins.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 318 - Political Parties and Interest Groups
Description:
Theories of party systems; elitism and pluralism; party organization, functions, and activities; status, functions, and activities of interest groups in the public policy-making process.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 320 - Public Administration
Description:
Setting, purpose, functions, and performance of public bureaucracy in the United States.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 325 - Introduction to Public Policy
Description:
Institutional context, politics and processes of agenda setting and policy formulation, implementation, evaluation, change and termination in the United States.
Credits: (3)
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POSC 340 - Politics and American Capitalism
Description:
A survey of the interrelationship of the worlds of politics and business enterprise in American history; analysis of relevant philosophical and ideological arguments; case studies in such areas as industrial and trade policy.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 341 - Politics and Religion
Description:
The impact of religion upon American political thought and behavior.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 342 - U.S. Foreign Policy
Description:
Factors, processes, and techniques in the formulation and execution of the foreign policy of the United States.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 343 - The Politics of the U.S. Mexico Border
Description:
This course examines the politics of the United States and Mexico border region focusing on the important role of the state in the development of policies affecting one of the longest border regions in the world. Topics covered in the course include the politics of border regions and the national state, and the diverse policy concerns of the region from economic development and immigration, to ecological degradation, and health concerns.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 350 - Introduction to Public Law
Description:
Legal bases and structure of governmental organization; fundamental doctrines and principles of constitutional, international, and administrative law.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 361 - Latin American Politics
Description:
A comparative introduction to the political systems, cultures, and histories of Latin America and to prominent theories on democracy and political and economic development.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 362 - European Politics
Description:
Comparative analysis of political cultures, civil societies, parties and elections, and systems of governance in a selection of European countries.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 363 - Russian Politics
Description:
Evolution, patterns, and comparative analyses of the Russian polity.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 365 - African Politics
Description:
Comparative analysis of the political systems of the African continent, including historical, social, economic, and international contexts.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 366 - Government and Politics of East Asia
Description:
An introduction to the politics and governments of selected East Asian countries. Focus will center on China, Japan, and Korea.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 367 - Politics of Japan
Description:
Investigation and analysis of politics and government in contemporary Japan.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 369 - Korean Politics
Description:
Political systems, institutions, and processes of contemporary North and South Korea.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 372 - Politics of Globalization
Description:
Inquiry in the nature and trends of globalization from the economical, political, and cultural perspectives, and their impacts on our way of life. Roles of government, non-government organizations, and global institutions will be examined.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 373 - International Politics of the Pacific Rim
Description:
Political and economic relations of the contemporary Pacific Rim. Special focus on North America, Russia, and East Asia.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 375 - The Middle East and International Politics
Credits: (5)
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POSC 376 - International Organization (Put on reserve 9/16/17)
Description:
Background, concepts, structure, and functions of international organization. (Put on reserve 9/16/17. Will go inactive 8/24/2020.)
Credits: (3)
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POSC 378 - International Political Economy
Description:
Political problems of management and development in the global economy and the prospects for creating improved mechanisms at the international level and for less-developed countries.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 396 - Individual Study
Description:
May be repeated if subject is different.
Credits: (1-6)
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POSC 397 - Honors
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.
Credits: (1-12)
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POSC 398 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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POSC 399 - Seminar
Description:
May be repeated if subject is different.
Credits: (1-5)
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POSC 401 - Nobel Prize Winning Political Scientists
Description:
A discussion course that examines the lives and work of five Political Scientists from the American academy who have won either the Nobel Peace Prize or the prize in economics. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.
Credits: (5)
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Examine the thinking and approaches from various scientific disciplines that defined the lives and careers of the Nobel Prize winners.
- Write a short topical review article based on the assigned readings from each Nobel Laureate. (At least one of the articles must deal with the specified criteria in Health and Well Being and the Ways of Knowing pathways.)
- Synthesize and evaluate a trend from class postings in a short class presentation for each segment.
- Propose, compose and write a paper on the Prize, the winner(s) and some idea or body of work and prepare a presentation for the final class sessions and @ SOURCE.
Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/1/18
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POSC 410 - Contemporary Issues in American Politics
Description:
Focus on specific contemporary issues in US politics, with emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary by instructor and with the changing nature of the American political scene.
Credits: (3-5)
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POSC 411 - American Indian Politics and Sovereignty
Description:
Examines American Indians as sovereign nations and as participants in U.S. politics. Provides historical and contemporary overview of legal and political experiences of native Americans in the USA. Course will be offered on on odd numbered years (Spring).
Credits: (4)
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POSC 429 - Research Seminar in Public Policy
Description:
Review of theory and methods, proposal for policy analysis, preparation, and presentation of policy analysis.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: POSC 320 or 325 or by permission.
Credits: (3-5)
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POSC 441 - Politics and Film
Description:
Since its inception, film has been used to convey political ideas and ideologies, as well as offer social and political criticism. This class will examine the techniques film directors and writers use to “manipulate” the viewing audience.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 451 - Introduction to Constitutional Law
Description:
Role of the United States Supreme Court in shaping governmental structure of the United States.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 452 - The Constitution and Human Rights
Description:
Role of the United States Supreme Court in the development of political and social rights.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 453 - The Constitution and War
Description:
Americans like to believe that the Constitution is a constant–in effect during times of peace and during times of war. The truth is more complicated. If history is our guide, the Constitution has been far more “flexible” in times of was than most Americans would like to admit. This class examines how the nation and its presidents have applied the Constitution during times of extreme crisis.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 460 - Contemporary Issues in Comparative Politics
Description:
Focus on a specific contemporary issue in the field of comparative politics, with an emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary with the instructor and with the changing nature of world politics. May be repeated by sub-topic two times, for a maximum of 10 credits.
Credits: (3-5)
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POSC 470 - Contemporary Issues in International Relations
Description:
Focus on specific contemporary issues in the field of international politics, with an emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary with the instructor and with the changing nature of world politics. May be repeated by sub-topic two times, for a maximum of 10 credits.
Credits: (3-5)
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POSC 475 - International Human Rights
Description:
A survey of internationally recognized human rights, analysis of relevant international laws, case studies in women’s rights, minority rights, and humanitarian policies.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 481 - Early Political Thought
Description:
Plato to Machiavelli.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 482 - Early Modern Political Thought
Description:
Political thought in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 483 - Recent Political Thought
Description:
Political thought in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 485 - American Political Thought and Culture
Description:
The ideas and circumstances that have shaped the political culture of the U.S., as reflected in the works of selected political theorists, politicians, and literary figures.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 488 - Introduction to Political Science Methods and Research
Description:
Class will introduce students to the research methods of political scientists. Taught in a seminar format, the class will engage in an original research project culminating in a peer-reviewed article submission to an academic journal. Students will learn to write literature reviews, collect data, analyze data using SPSS, and write academic research papers. By instructor permission.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 489 - Senior Assessment
Description:
A “capstone” course designed to assess students’ mastery of fundamental knowledge of politics and of writing and analytical skills.
Prerequisites:
Co- or prerequisites: POSC 101, POSC 210, POSC 260, POSC 270, and either POSC 481, POSC 482, POSC 483, or POSC 485 and senior standing.
Credits: (2)
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