Department: PHYS Physics

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PHYS107 The Hidden Life of the Stars Stars have a rich history in the development of our understanding of nature. Stellar life cycles will be used to illustrate concepts in modern astronomy. The history of understanding the stars will lead from Copernicus and Galileo to modern ideas in...
PHYS201 General Physics This course presents to liberal arts and pre-professional students the basic concepts, unifying principles and cultural aspects of the whole field of physics. Three lectures-recitations and one two-hour laboratory per week.
PHYS201L General Physics Lab No Description Set
PHYS202 General Physics This course presents to liberal arts and pre-professional students the basic concepts, unifying principles and cultural aspects of the whole field of physics. Three lectures-recitations and one two-hour laboratory per week.
PHYS202L General Physics Lab No Description Set
PHYS205 University Physics This is a thorough course designed to impart a working knowledge of the fundamental principles, practical applications and techniques of general physics to physics majors, pre-engineering students and others specializing in the physical sciences. Fou...
PHYS205L University Physics Lab No Description Set
PHYS206 University Physics This is a thorough course designed to impart a working knowledge of the fundamental principles, practical applications and techniques of general physics to physics majors, pre-engineering students and others specializing in the physical sciences. Fou...
PHYS297 Introduction to Laboratory and Field Research This course will introduce the student to scientific research in the laboratory or field through individual instruction under the direction of a Physics faculty member. Graded S/U. Offered each semester.
PHYS320 Origins of the Universe A look from the scientific view point into the origin of the universe. The course takes a conceptual approach in understanding the two great physical theories of the twentieth century, Relativity and Quantum Mechanics, followed by applications in par...
PHYS350 Science As a Cultural Force An inquiry into the nature of the scientific method in relation to human culture and its use in gaining and applying new knowledge. This course constitutes a substantial interdisciplinary investigation of the impact of science and technology upon soc...
PHYS350A Science As a Cultural Force: the Making Of the Bomb An inquiry into the nature of the scientific method in relation to human culture and its use in gaining and applying new knowledge. This course constitutes a substantial interdisciplinary investigation of the impact of science and technology upon so...
PHYS350B Science As a Cultural Force: the Tobacco Wars An inquiry into the nature of the scientific method in relation to human culture and its use in gaining and applying new knowledge. This course constitutes a substantial interdisciplinary investigation of the impact of science and technology upon so...
PHYS350C Science As a Cultural Force: Science and Human Nature An inquiry into the nature of the scientific method in relation to human culture and its use in gaining and applying new knowledge. This course constitutes a substantial interdisciplinary investigation of the impact of science and technology upon so...
PHYS350D Science As a Cultural Force: Evolution - For and Against An inquiry into the nature of the scientific method in relation to human culture and its use in gaining and applying new knowledge. This course constitutes a substantial interdisciplinary investigation of the impact of science and technology upon so...
PHYS350E Science As a Cultural Force: Science and Rationality An inquiry into the nature of the scientific method in relation to human culture and its use in gaining and applying new knowledge. This course constitutes a substantial interdisciplinary investigation of the impact of science and technology upon so...
PHYS493 Internship An internship in a laboratory and/or field setting applicable to the discipline will be completed under the supervision by a qualified professional(s). Documentation of 50 clock hours per credit hour, typically over six consecutive weeks (minimum) is...
PHYS497 Laboratory and Field Research Laboratory research performed under faculty supervision. This course allows undergraduate students the opportunity to become involved in original research projects directed by Chemistry/Geology/Physics faculty members. Repeatable up to 8 credits.
PHYS498 Independent Study No Description Set
PHYSELCT Physics Elective No Description Set