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AN 120 Cultural Anthropology
Systematic study of the customs, social organization, environmental adaptation and belief systems of primitive and contemporary societies. Considers cultural variations in technology, economy, language, families, government and religion, with a special
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AN 150 The Family
Analysis of the family as a basic social institution in both Western and non-Western cultures. Exploration of various marriage arrangements, kinship, family life cycle, and issues and problems relating to societal change as it affects kinship and famil
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AN 220 Social Issues
In-depth analysis, from a social science perspective, of a substantive social issue confronting modern societies. Emphasizes pertinent social structure, values and attitudes, and the effects on the individual. Topics vary from year to year. May be repe
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AN 230 Reading Ethnography
This course presents students with an exploration of the genre of data presentation unique to cultural anthropology, the ethnographic monograph. Students explore the difficulty of translating ‘emic’ perspectives to ‘etic’ analysis, as well as becoming
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AN 240 Ethnographic Film
Ethnographic film explores the history and impact of documentary films made by anthropologists and the issues and ethical dilemmas involved in this type of storytelling. Classes consist of lectures, readings, screenings and discussions concerning the s
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AN 250 Ethnographic Methods
This course introduces students to ethnographic methods, strategies of participant observation, interviewing techniques, the writing of field notes, qualitative research design and analysis. One of the foci of the course is on auto ethnography so that
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AN 262 Myth, Magic and Religion
This course studies human belief systems in their varied forms, the nature of religious understanding and the interplay between religious forms of life, and political structures using anthropological concepts. Consideration includes the resurgence of r
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AN 272 Cultures, Conflict and Power
This course examines how systems of power are established through the imposition and contestation of symbolic practices both within and between cultural groups. Beginning with an examination of how the powerless have historically used deception and fei
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AN 285 Aesthetics
Through the intersection of the disciplines of Anthropology and Theatre, performance research, this course examines the dramatic aesthetic and cultural shifts that have occurred with the advent of what Jameson has called “late advanced capitalism.” Sta
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AN 320 Ritual to Theatre
This course begins by examining the place of ritualization as part of our biological heritage, and then explores the cultural uses of ritual, performance and ceremony in both informal and formal interaction from a cross-cultural vantage point. Finally,
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AN 361 Social Change: Globalization and Culture
Designed for the advanced Anthropology student or International Business and Culture major, this course examines the recent re-territorialization of the world known as “globalization.” Using a critical anthropological perspective that addresses the cul
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AN 370 Anthropological Theory
This seminar explores the historic and contemporary ways that anthropologists have used key theoretical ideas and explored complex conceptual debates in their research and writing as attempts to understand humankind. These ideas and debates are explore
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AN 389 Independent Study
Individual research or directed in-depth reading at an advanced level devoted to specific topics in anthropology.
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AT 200 Introduction to Art Therapy
This basic survey of the history of art therapy includes a review of contemporary theory and practice.
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AT 210 Intermediate Art Therapy
This course is an introduction to theoretical models of psychology most commonly utilized within the practice of art therapy. Psychodynamic, Cognitive/Behavioral, Self- Psychology, Jungian and Gestalt perspectives are integrated with art therapy techni
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AT 310 Art Therapy: Applications and Techniques
This studio and didactic course fosters empathic responsiveness and increased awareness through exploration of a wide variety of media choices and applications within an experiential framework. Students work individually and in group settings to develo
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EC 210 Principles of Macroeconomics
This course surveys the concepts of supply and demand, national income accounting, fiscal and monetary policy, theory of income determination, and the problems of inflation, unemployment and economic development. Topics covered include the meaning and
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EC 211 Principles of Microeconomics
This course is an examination of the theory of price. It surveys the concepts of supply and demand, utility, elasticity, cost and production. It compares price determination in different markets, perfect competition, monopolistic competition, monopoly
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FA 102 Studio Art Foundations I
Studio Art Foundations is a course that consists of a studio and a weekly lecture component. The studio component meets twice a week for four hours and covers thematic ideas of Identity, Language and Environment. Students will be exposed to a variety o
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FA 103 Studio Art Foundations II
FA 103 has the same course structure as with different course content. The thematic ideas covered in the Spring semester are Desire, Ritual and Technology. This course can be taken as a
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FA 104 Drawing I
This course includes a wide range of experiences that focus on developing the student’s ability to perceive space, light and form and to express them two-dimensionally. Drawing I places particular emphasis on line. The course is designed to give studen
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FA 105 Drawing II
Building on the language developed in Drawing I, this course focuses on space, light and form as expressed primarily through tone. Both perceptual and conceptual applications are explored, and a range of media is used. Six studio hours weekly and indep
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FA 200 Painting I
An introduction to the inherent qualities of the medium, this course examines the formal qualities of color, light, space, form, composition and point of view, and the role they play in expressive intent. The course emphasizes developing perceptual vis
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FA 201 Color and Design
This studio course is designed to help the student to better understand the behavior and the power of color and to consider the diverse applications of this understanding. Study includes the properties of colorchroma, value, intensity, hue and tempera
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FA 203 Printmaking I
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the basic printmaking disciplines (intaglio, relief) through traditional and contemporary techniques. It emphasizes the creative process, experimentation and exploration to encourage the development of sty
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FA 204 Ceramics I
This course introduces and develops fundamental skills employed in the ceramic handbuilding process, including coil, pinch, slab building, and more. The focus of this class is on the development of skills of craftsmanship and construction as well as ot
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FA 205 Metals and Jewelry I
This course is an introduction to the basic processes of metal working as they relate to making jewelry, objects of use such as vases and boxes, and small three-dimensional designs. It encourages exploration of a wide range of projects to discover area
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FA 206 Introduction to Graphic Design
This course is an introduction to techniques and process associated with the graphic design industry. Students develop traditional hand techniques as well as computer skills, including the use of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop to form the ne
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FA 208 Photography I
This course is an introduction to the medium of photography covering the materials, processes, history and aesthetics of black and white photography. It emphasizes the essentials of 35mm camera operation, meter reading, film processing, paper developme
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FA 209 Photo-Journalism
This course is an exploration of the aesthetics and the methodology of photojournalism as an expressive and persuasive form of communication. Concentration is on the building of a coherent set of images revealing the photographer’s stance toward the wo
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FA 210 Painting II
Studio work emphasizes continued development of perceptual vision. Subjects include still life, landscape and the figure. Emphasis is placed on individual solutions to problems posed by the instructor or developed by the student. Three-critique and lec
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FA 211 Painting III
This course emphasizes the further understanding of theoretical aspects of painting. Students explore in theory and in practice different attitudes in painting, which include abstraction, as well as idea, concept and thematic approaches. This course is
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FA 213 Figure Painting
The course is designed to introduce students to the practice of Figure Painting. Students work strictly from observation of the live model. Emphasis is placed on working quickly and with authority as a means to encourage risk taking and experimentation
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FA 220 Printmaking II (Screen Printing)
This course is an exploration of screen processestusche, cut film and photographicand other printmaking techniques. It provides a historical focus for 20th century printmaking. It emphasizes the development of style and image in the context of the sc
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FA 222 Printmaking III (New Forms)
This course is an exploration of innovative and multifaceted directions in printmaking, combining print media with other creative forms. It presents a wide range of methods and processes for exploration, including papermaking and casting, three-dimensi
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FA 226 Illustration I
An introduction to art in a commercial context, this course explores various techniques and materials used historically by applied artists as well as by contemporary illustrators. The development of concepts and design through the use of both black and
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FA 228 Children’s Book Illustration
Combining academic and studio elements, this course encourages students to focus on the processes through which children’s books are created, including examining age-group characteristics, generating ideas and developing style. The history of children’
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FA 229 The Artist and the Exhibition: Gallery Practicum
Distinct from the creation of works of art, the logistics of presenting artfrom proper construction techniques to the safe conveyance and handling of work and final presentation in an exhibition spacepresent their own inherit challenges and opportuni
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FA 230 Ceramics II
This course explores a wide variety of clays, glazes, firing processes, and construction techniques, including mold making and wheel throwing. It incorporates the exploration and formulation of glaze for use in a variety of kiln environments including
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FA 231 Ceramics III
Continuation of . This course is designed to foster greater independence and further develop a personal approach to the medium. Assignments are devised to allow for the greatest possible
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FA 240 Metals and Jewelry II
Development of the creative use of metals through advanced techniques in the production of jewelry, singly and in quantity, this course emphasizes enrichment of aesthetic possibilities. It includes methods of surface embellishment and Combination of ma
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FA 241 Metals and Jewelry III
Continuation of . This course provides opportunity for semi-independent work on metals and jewelry projects of special interest. It covers experience in shop management, production techn
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FA 250 Graphic Design I (Typography)
An introduction to typography and typographic principles through applied and experimental projects, this course is a wide-ranging exploration of type and communication intended to provide an historical, sociopolitical and aesthetic base for the practic
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FA 251 Graphic Design II (Interactive Design)
An introduction into Web-based and interactive design, the course focuses on communication skills by exploring the various modes and techniques of interactive media such as web sites, interface design, and tablet and portable device interfacesSoftware
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FA 260 Interior I (Planning and Presentation)
Beginning with a residential design problem, study the ways to approach, evaluate, analyze and synthesize information to solve a given design problem. This course emphasizes the development of solutions within the framework of plans, elevations, sectio
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FA 261 Interior II (Materials and Methods)
Continuation of . This course studies the properties and application of building materials and finishes in relation to interior space, together with interpretations of architectural draw
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FA 262 Digital Drawing for Interior Design
This course is an exploration of the latest technology in computer-aided design and drafting specifically for the fields of interior design and architecture. The course covers fundamental skills necessary to create computer-generated drawings using 2 a
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FA 263 Interior Design Principles and Practices
This course is an introduction to the Interior Design discipline, with emphasis on understanding professional terminology and design techniques. It provides an introduction to design concepts development and model construction in order to study 3-dimen
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FA 265 Graphic Presentation for Interior Design
This course emphasizes exploratory design drawing as a means of creating new ideas and more detailed rendering in order to improve skills in perspective, drafting and presentation techniques of interior designs. It focuses on effective presentations in
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FA 270 Digital Imaging I
An introductory course in the use of Macintosh graphic workstations, this course emphasizes the new aesthetic of computer graphics and its potential for expanding creativity and enhancing creative concepts. Applications in Art and Design and illustrati
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FA 271 Digital Imaging II
Digital Imaging II is an in-depth exploration of Fine Art Digital Printmaking. The class encourages personal investigation, use of hybrid techniques and non-traditional printing surfaces. It approaches digital media art making through a focus on visual
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FA 276 Digital Fabrication
This course introduces students to the technology surrounding computer-aided-design/computer-aided-manufacturing (CAD/CAM) and its creative applications within art practices. The CAD/CAM process is particularly well-suited for certain tasks, including
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FA 280 Photography II
This course covers intermediate camera and darkroom techniques and controls. It introduces advanced exposure and metering systems, professional darkroom controls, archival processing systems and various format cameras. It integrates the development of
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FA 291 Sculpture I
Students will identify, examine and implement contemporary methods and processes of sculpture. This course explores sculpture (all 3d forms) as a mode of communication. Students further develop their artistic voice by creating at least five major works
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FA 300 Advanced Drawing
What is Drawing as a medium when not intended to represent the appearance of the world? This course introduces students to contemporary issue in drawing, building a bridge from work done in Drawing I and II. Figure/Ground, mark making, mapping, erasure
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FA 304 Figure Drawing
This advanced course in drawing from the figure is directed toward a clearer perceptual understanding of the human form. It emphasizes surface anatomy and the figure in art.
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FA 306 Figure Drawing
This course is a 2-credit version of designed to provide students with supplemental study of the human figure. See description under [[permalink=173|tooltip:{‘title’:1}]]%prefix% %code%
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FA 310 Painting IV
Students develop and explore individual problems in painting, working toward the development of a more personal means of expression. Six studio hours weekly plus independent work.
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FA 311 Painting V
This course is independent work in painting with increased individual responsibility. The students work to bring focus and clarity to their ideas and through that distillation bring greater intensity to the work. Six studio and critique hours weekly pl
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FA 318 Printmaking IV
This course investigates advanced printmaking processes and techniques, including multi-plate, viscosity color printing, photo-etching, color posterization, stone and plate lithography. The course emphasizes the expansion of printmaking images to achie
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FA 332 Ceramics IV
Continuation of [[permalink=194|tooltip:{‘title’:1}]]%prefix% %code%[[/permalink]]. This course provides students with an opportunity to execute advanced projects in ceramics, encourages greater self-determination, and prepares students for independent
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FA 342 Metals and Jewelry IV
Continuation of . This course provides an opportunity for advanced projects in metals and jewelry. Six studio hours weekly and independent work.
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FA 350 Graphic Design III (Branding and Identity Systems)
This course is an introduction to and exploration of branding and logo systems in Graphic Design. How are questions of identity explored visually and conceptually? What characteristics should be conveyed versus aspired to? A semester long exploration o
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FA 351 Graphic Design IV (Advanced Design in Visual Communication)
Within this course, students utilize their skilled learned in the preceding semesters and develop more advanced projects in publication, packaging, and brand identity. Coursework revolves around presentations and problems designed to develop a design p
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FA 360 Interior Design III (Intermediate)
Continuation of . This course examines the development of interior spaces from a given single area to designing a series of interrelated spaces. It emphasizes interior construction and d
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FA 361 Interior Design IV (Advanced)
Continuation of FA 360. This course presents advanced problems in interior design with concentration on space planning as related to complex interior architectural problems. It focuses on the principles of lighting design and environmental concerns, as
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FA 362 Advanced CAD for Interior Design
Expanding upon a basic understanding of CAD, this course explores advanced computer aided design techniques for interior designers. The course is focused on three main areas of study: Photorealistic rendering, advanced 3D modeling, and animation. Issue
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FA 370 Digital and Color Photography
An advanced studio course in the mediums of photography and digital imaging, this course introduces color photography via both digital and traditional cameras as well as other methods of image acquisition and digital photographic printmaking. It emphas
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FA 381 Photography III
Continuation of . This course integrates the examination of stylistic trends and contemporary ideas with the development of a more individualized method of working. The development of a
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FA 382 Photography IV
Continuation of . This course emphasizes individual work and criticism in preparation for production of thesis work. It focuses on technical requirements, historical precedents and conte
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FA 385 Special Studies in Art
Special studies in art involving a project are carried through under the guidance of one instructor. Possible projects include continuing experience in three-dimensional design, representational drawing, or other studio area. Interior or graphic design
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FA 386 Special Studies in Art
Special studies in art involving a project are carried through under the guidance of one instructor. Possible projects include continuing experience in three-dimensional design, representational drawing, or other studio area. Interior or graphic design
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LING 101 Introduction to Linguistics
This course provides an overview of the study of language, its structures and its organization. This course introduces the student to the field of linguistics, including the subfields of morphology, phonology, syntax, and pragmatics. We will also addre
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PH 201 Fundamental Concepts of Physics I
Introduction to the principles of classical mechanics. The historical development, methodology, and philosophy of our current understanding of the physical universe are presented from an experimental point of view.
Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 202 Fundamental Concepts of Physics II
Continuation of . Introduction to the principles of sound, heat, electricity, magnetism and optics.
Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 211 Conceptual Physics I
Calculus-based introduction to the principles of classical mechanics, designed for majors in mathematics, the physical sciences, computer science, and engineering.
three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 212 Conceptual Physics II
Continuation of . Waves, sound, electricity, magnetism, elementary electro-dynamics and optics.
Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 223 Essentials of Physical Geology
Basic concepts of physical geology, emphasizing on the dynamic nature of the earth and its land-forming processes and cycles., which are constantly altering our environment. Intended for non-science majors, including those preparing for the teaching pr
three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 224 Frontiers in Astronomy
Fundamentals, history, and frontiers of astronomy. Planets, exobiology, structure and dynamics of stars, galaxies, the universe, and cosmology.
Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 225 Science of Sound
The physical nature of sound is explored to provide a scientific understanding of sound from its creation to its perception. Waves, sound propagation, the human voice and hearing, musical instruments, harmonics, and acoustics. No musical skills require
Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 324 Quantum Physics
Basic principles of modern physics, especially atomic, quantum, nuclear, and particle physics.
Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.
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PH 325 Mathematical Physics
Introduction to the principal computational tools, techniques, and methods used in contemporary physics, including programming skills as well as theory and mathematical methods of analysis.
Three class hours weekly.
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PH 331 Engineering Mechanics
Principles of mechanics with engineering applications. Vector treatment of forces, statics, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, dynamics of a particle, system of particles and rigid bodies.
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PH 333 Statistical Thermodynamics
Principles of thermodynamics investigated from a modern statistical point of view, based upon ensemble theory. Maxwell-Boltzmann, Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein statistics, transport phenomena, thermal interactions, kinetic theory, and their application
Three class hours weekly.
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PH 341 Electronic Circuit Analysis I
Basic concepts of electronic circuits, designed for majors in sciences and engineering. Emphasizes analog electronic systems design and organization, data acquisition, and signal transmission.
Three class hours weekly.
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PH 342 Electronic Circuit Analysis II
Continuation of . Emphasizes digital electronic systems design and organization, data acquisition, and signal transmission.
Three class hours weekly.
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PH 345 Topics in Modern Physics
Topics vary according to the needs and interests of students and faculty. Past topics have included relativistic quantum mechanics, quantum electrodynamics, quantum field theories, high energy physics, elementary particle physics, cosmology, astrophysi
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PH 351 Chemical Physics
The foundations of quantum chemistry and its applications to chemical systems. The Schringer wave equation is applied to the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom. Introduction to matrix mechanics. Group theory and its application to spectroscopy
Three class hours weekly.
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PH 389 Physics Research
Individualized study is tailored to suit the needs or interests of qualified juniors and seniors. Each student works under the guidance of a faculty adviser approved by the Department Chair. Suggested topics include quantum mechanics; nuclear, atomic a
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PS 101 American Politics
This overview of the American political process as an experiment in self-government considers the nature and character of Americans and their democracy. It examines parties, elections, voting, the presidency, Congress and the courts through readings, f
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PS 109 Law and the Legal Process
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PS 110 Law and the Legal Process
This introduction to criminal law, civil law, constitutional law and legal reasoning examines legal education, due process, courtroom participants and alternatives to trials in the framework of the pursuit of justice.
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PS 150 Comparative Politics
This comparison of the political culture and governmental structure of various nations with one another and with the United States examines the established and emerging democracies of Europe and the Americas, post-communist countries and the developing
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PS 201 Political Science Research and Writing
This course provides students an intensive introduction to discipline-focused research and writing in Political Science. Students are introduced to a variety of types of primary and secondary sources. They learn about how to search for and locate these
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PS 211 Terrorism and Counterterrorism
This course is intended to provide students with an introduction to the contemporary context of terrorism and counterterrorism as phenomenon in the modern world. The first part of the course analyzes terrorism as a political tool. The second part of th
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PS 212 The Modern Middle East
This survey of the history, culture, religion and politics of the region in the modern era includes study of the growth of nationalism and creation of sovereign states, the Arab-Israeli conflict and the Palestinian problem, war, terrorism, and the impa
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PS 215 Gender Roles and Family Policy
This course is an examination of civic obligations and gender differences in political participation, political candidacy and public service at the local, state and national levels. It introduces domestic family issues such as education, pregnancy, chi
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PS 218 Criminal Law and Procedures
This course examines the prohibitive conduct and necessary intent of the most commonly charged criminal statutes. The course utilizes case law to interpret the elements of these criminal statutes and demonstrating the analytical framework necessary to
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PS 220 American Constitutional Law
This is an examination of the constitutional foundations and development of America’s governmental institutions through analysis of leading Supreme Court cases. It studies the principles of constitutionalism, federalism, separation of powers, civil lib
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PS 225 Politics of the Developing World
This introduction to the major concepts, issues and challenges of politics in the Developing World examines the legacy of colonialism, regime types, civil-military relations, corruption, ethnicity, religion and culture, the debt crisis and economic dev
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