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KNPE 497 - Senior Seminar
Review of current issues in physical education and health education in the school program. Designed to be taken during the same semester as student teaching.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Senior standing and consent of department.
Credits: 1
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KNPE 498 - Independent Study
Individual study involving research or other scholarly work in physical education under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Senior standing, GPA of 3.00, consent of faculty member and department chair.
Credits: 1-3
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KNDN 152 - American Square and Round Dance I
Fundamental skills and a variety of square and round dances applicable for use in school and recreational programs.
Credits: 1
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KNDN 154 - Ballet I
Knowledge and beginning techniques of ballet.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 155 - Ballet II
Continuation of the development of performance, knowledge, and appreciation of classical ballet.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 156 - International Folk Dance I
Folk dances of many countries applicable to use in school and recreational programs.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 158 - Modern Dance I
Modern dance techniques and creative exploration of the elements of time, space, and force.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 159 - Modern Dance II
Continuation of KNDN 158, with emphasis on more advanced techniques, skills, and compositions.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 160 - Jazz Dance I
Basic techniques of jazz dance. Includes a variety of early jazz styles
Credits: 2
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KNDN 161 - Jazz Dance II
Intermediate jazz technique with emphasis on current trends.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 162 - Social Dance I
Basic elements and creative routines for foxtrot, waltz, swing, discotheque, and various South American dances.
Credits: 1
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KNDN 164 - Tap Techniques I
Introduction to elementary sounds and steps.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 165 - Tap Techniques II
Study and development of buck and rhythm forms of tap dance. A student enrolling in this class should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the basic tap dance.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 166 - Aerobic Dance
Concepts and application of aerobic dance exercises to improve flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and body composition.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 167 - “Orchesis” Performance
Refinement of dance skill and practical application of production, choreography, and performance as related to dance.
Credits: 1
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KNDN 214 - Folk and Square Dance
Skills and knowledge in international and American folk dance.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Kinesiology or physical education major or minor, or consent of department.
Credits: 1
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KNDN 216 - Modern Dance
Skills and knowledge for creative exploration in modern dance.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Kinesiology or physical education major or minor, or consent of department.
Credits: 0.5
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KNDN 220 - Recreational Dance Forms
Analysis of movement for folk, square, contra, and social/line dance. Promotes and develops the skill of the above dance forms.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Physical education major or minor.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 222 - Social Dance
Contemporary social dance forms.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Kinesiology or physical education major or minor, or consent of department.
Credits: 0.5
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KNDN 264 - Jazz Dance
Introduction to the basic concepts of jazz movement and history of jazz. Emphasis on the development of jazz movement patterns.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Kinesiology or physical education major or minor, or consent of department.
Credits: 0.5
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KNDN 265 - Tap Dance
Introduction to the basic concepts of tap movement and history of tap. Emphasis on the development of tap movement patterns.
Credits: 0.5
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KNDN 351 - Multicultural Dance
Analysis of movements and teaching strategies for multicultural dance. Promotes understanding of our global society.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Physical education major or minor.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 353 - Analysis and Pedagogy of Dance
Crosslisted as TH-D 353X. Application of pedagogical knowledge and skills for teaching dance in a school and/or community setting. Analysis of movement utilizing principles of movement and applied kinesiology.
Credits: 3
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KNDN 355 - Fitness and Conditioning for Dancers
Analysis and techniques that promote fitness and conditioning for dancers. Emphasis on dance classes that apply to physiological, kinesiological, and movement principles, prevention of injuries, weight control, and nutrition.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 356 - Practicum in Dance
Opportunity for student dancers to observe, interact with, and teach children K-12.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: KNDN 353.
Credits: 1
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KNDN 365 - Accompaniment for Dance
Development of basic concepts of the elements of music and dance through analysis, composition, technique, improvisation, and performance.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 366 - Dance Production
Various types of dance production in education. Instruction in technical skills, organization, and problems involved in transforming choreographic ideas into a dance production. Coordination of design, stage setting, lighting, costuming, and accompaniment into a finished product for a variety of educational experiences.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 367 - Dance Performance in Education
Participation in a dance performance: concerts or works in progress. Emphasis on dancing, creating, and producing.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department.
Credits: 1
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KNDN 369 - African Heritage Dance
Exploration of the history of African-American dance in the U.S. Survey of contributions to dance by African-Americans in social dance, modern dance, contemporary dance, and classical ballet. Study of dance techniques originating from African heritage.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 467 - Curricula and Programs for Dance
Educational, recreational, and therapeutic curricula and programs in dance. Selection and development of appropriate dance experiences for all age groups. Principles and problems of dance programs in schools, studios, fitness/ recreational centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and mental health facilities.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: KNDN 353.
Credits: 2
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KNDN 473 - Dance as Art in Education
Development of aesthetic and cultural theories of dance as an art form in education. Opportunity for practical application of the elements of dance and related art forms in education to the elementary, secondary, or higher education levels and/or to students of various intellectual and physical abilities.
Credits: 3
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KNDN 474 - History of Dance: Primitive through Renaissance
Historical development of dance from primitive to the renaissance period through the world focusing on cultural and religious trends.
Credits: 3
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KNDN 475 - History of Dance: 18th Century to Modern Times
Historical development of dance from the 18th century to modern times, considering cultural and artistic implications.
Credits: 3
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Physical Therapy |
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AHPT 400 - Introduction to Physical Therapy
Overview of history and philosophy of physical therapy and rehabilitation. Exploration of physical therapy education, medicolegal issues, medical terminology, current issues facing the profession of physical therapy, and the physical therapist’s responsibilities to themselves and as a member of the health care team. Development of skill and competence in basic test and measures and professional wellness utilized in the practice of physical therapy.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 2
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AHPT 402 - Physical Therapy and the Health Care System
Examination of current issues and trends in health care delivery and reimbursement patterns as they pertain to the physical therapy profession.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 1
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AHPT 403 - Communication and Patient Education Skills for Physical Therapists
Application of written and oral communication skills to patient-therapist interactions, including the development of patient interview and professional documentation skills. Overview of educational principles and practices utilized by physical therapists.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 3
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AHPT 404 - Case Studies in Physical Therapy I
Development of comprehensive physical therapy treatment programs, considering the influence of individual, family, community, and economic factors. Emphasis on programs for individuals with musculoskeletal dysfunction.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 1
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AHPT 405 - Physical Therapy and the Rehabilitation Process
Examination of the history, philosophy, practice settings and professional roles, ethical and legal issues, and current issues of physical therapy and rehabilitation. Supervised clinical observations at selected clinical sites.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Health sciences major and senior standing, or consent of school.
Credits: 3
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AHPT 409 - Physical Therapy Research I
Introduction to the process of physical therapy research. General concepts of research in clinical settings.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 2
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AHPT 410 - Physical Therapy Science I
Development of skill in physical therapy evaluation procedures, including assessment of gait, posture, strength, range of motion, nervous system function, and flexibility. Introduction to theories and applications of exercise.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 4
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AHPT 411 - Physical Therapy Science II
Development of skill in selected physical therapy procedures. Emphasis on the importance of safety when performing and teaching these techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 4
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AHPT 412 - Physical Therapy Science III
Theory and application of electrotherapeutic modalities in the treatment of physical therapy problems. Emphasis on clinical decision making and treatment program development.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 2
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AHPT 413 - Musculoskeletal Basis of Human Movement for Physical Therapists
Examination of joint structure and function. Emphasis on the relationships between arthrokinematics and osteokinematics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 2
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AHPT 417 - Pathology and Pharmacology for Physical Therapists
Introduction to principles of pathology and pharmacology. Impact of pathology of an illness and pharmacological agents on physical therapy management.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 3
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AHPT 425 - Motor Development for Physical Therapists
Examination of changes in body systems and movement patterns throughout the life cycle. Impact of developmental changes on functional abilities.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 3
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AHPT 440 - Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Disorders: Extremities
Principles and techniques necessary to perform a competent physical therapy evaluation and treatment program for common musculoskeletal dysfunction of the upper and lower extremities.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 4
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AHPT 442 - Medical Management of Musculoskeletal Disorders
Medical diagnosis and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 3
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AHPT 460 - Clinical Experience I
Introduction to the roles and responsibilities of health care professionals in settings across the continuum of health care. Introduction to the process of clinical education. Interviews with and observations of health care professionals within their work settings. S/U grading. Individual transportation required.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 1
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AHPT 461 - Clinical Experience II
Opportunity to practice basic physical therapy evaluation, assessment, and treatment skills in the clinical environment under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Emphasis on safety and communication skills. S/U grading. Individual transportation required.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 3
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AHPT 462 - Clinical Experience III
Application of previously learned skills under the guidance of qualified physical therapists. Settings include outpatient orthopedic facilities, skilled nursing or subacute facilities, and community and acute general hospitals. Emphasis on safety, skill in examination, treatment techniques, and communication. S/U grading. Individual transportation required.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 4
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AHPT 465 - Mock Clinic for Physical Therapists
Application of previously learned skills in laboratory environment with faculty and peer supervision. Physical therapy management of patients including examination, evaluation, and intervention. Emphasis on safety, skill in examination and intervention, written and oral communication, and modeling the role of clinical instructor. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of school.
Credits: 1
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Physics |
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PHYS 140 - Physics and Society
Application of the fundamental principles of physics such as mechanics, heat, waves, light and optics, or modern physics, to contemporary issues facing society, and discussion of their implications. Topics will be selected depending on current events and concerns, and may include energy sources, nuclear weapons, medical physics, and identifying pseudoscience, among others.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 150 - Physics
Development of concepts and principles from selected topics in mechanics, electricity, heat, sound, and light. Application to everyday life. Not recommended for students who have had a year of high school physics. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 150A.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 150A - Physics
Development of concepts and principles from selected topics in mechanics, electricity, heat, sound, and light. Application to everyday life. Not recommended for students who have had a year of high school physics. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 150. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 162 - Elementary Astronomy
Introduction to astronomical science extending from planetary astronomy through the most recent discoveries and speculations of astrophysics, such as pulsars, “black holes,” and the latest hypotheses regarding stellar evolution and cosmology.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 180 - Acoustics, Music, and Hearing
Elementary study of acoustics designed especially for students with an interest in music, speech and hearing, the theatre, or sound recording. Topics include the waves and vibrations, perception and measurement of sound, acoustics of musical instruments, speech and singing, and the acoustics of rooms.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 181 - Acoustics Laboratory
A laboratory course designed to be taken concurrently with PHYS 180. The first part of the semester consists of experiments that provide an introduction to acoustics and acoustical measurements with modern electronic instruments. During the remainder of the course students choose experiments which fit their own particular interests.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: PHYS 180 or consent of the department.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 201X - The Professional Secondary Science Teacher
Crosslisted as CHEM 201X, and GEOL 201. An introduction to the role of the professional science teacher. Includes philosophical trends in teaching (and how they affect the science teacher), major factors affecting how science is taught, and an introduction to science content/ teaching standards.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: ILAS 201.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 210 - General Physics I
First semester of a two-semester sequence covering mechanics, heat, and sound. Includes lecture and laboratory sessions. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 253.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 155 or equivalent or CRQ: MATH 229.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 211 - General Physics II
Second semester of a two-semester sequence covering electricity and magnetism, light and quantum physics. Includes lecture and laboratory sessions. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 251, PHYS 251A, or PHYS 273.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 210 or PHYS 250 or PHYS 250A or PHYS 253.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 252 - Intermediate General Physics
Topics in mechanics, electricity, and magnetism using calculus. Serves as a “bridge” between the material presented in PHYS 210-PHYS 211 and the 300-level intermediate courses. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 251A or PHYS 273.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 211 or PHYS 251. CRQ: MATH 230.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 253 - Fundamentals of Physics I: Mechanics
Physical laws governing motion, force, energy, rotation, and vibration using calculus. Primarily for majors in the physical and mathematical sciences and engineering. One three-hour laboratory a week. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 210, PHYS 250, or PHYS 250A.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: MATH 229.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 273 - Fundamentals of Physics II: Electromagnetism
Physical laws governing electricity and magnetism using calculus. Primarily for majors in the physical and mathematical sciences and engineering. One three-hour laboratory a week. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 211, PHYS 251, or PHYS 251A.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 250A or PHYS 253. CRQ: MATH 230.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 283 - Fundamentals of Physics III: Quantum Physics
Physical laws governing optics, atomic, solid state, nuclear, and elementary particle physics using calculus. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 260 or PHYS 261.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 230 and PHYS 251A or PHYS 252 or PHYS 273.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 284 - Quantum Physics Laboratory
Laboratory component of PHYS 283. One three-hour laboratory a week. Not available for credit to students with credit in PHYS 261 or PHYS 262.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: PHYS 283.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 300 - Analytical Mechanics I
Newton’s laws of motion applied to simple objects. Study of harmonic oscillators, central forces, conservation principles, dynamics of a system of particles, and moving coordinate systems. Use of vectors and differential equations.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 232 and PHYS 250A or PHYS 252 or PHYS 253. CRQ: MATH 336.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 301X - The Interdisciplinary Secondary Science Teacher
Crosslisted as BIOS 301X, CHEM 301X, and GEOL 301. Seminar on the role of a science teacher in an interdisciplinary and/or integrated science class and how a science curriculum is designed based on state and national standards. Focus on skills all science teachers must possess regardless of specific discipline Including knowing how to apply the following topics in ways appropriate to the age and development of the students in a classroom; safety procedures, classroom management, designing and conducting demonstrations, experiments, performance assessments, differentiated curriculum and uses of technology.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: ILAS 301, PHYS 493.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 315 - Audio and Electroacoustics
The science of sound with emphasis on audio systems, microphones, loudspeakers, disc and tape recording, room acoustics, electronic music, digital techniques, and electronic instruments.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 180 or PHYS 211 or PHYS 250A or PHYS 251 or PHYS 253.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 320 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
Concept and measurement of temperature. Study of the first and second laws of thermodynamics, entropy, and the statistical theory of simple systems.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 232 and PHYS 260 or PHYS 261 or PHYS 283.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 335 - Biophysics
Application of basic physics to biological systems. Topics include biomechanics, fluid transport, bioelectricity, and nerve impulses. Interaction of electromagnetic radiation with living matter. Diagnostic instrumentation including x-rays, magnetic resonance imaging, and radioisotopes in medicine and biology.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: BIOS 209, MATH 230, and PHYS 211 or PHYS 273.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 344 - Astronomy
Crosslisted as GEOL 344X. Modern views on the structure of the universe. Our solar system, stars, galaxies, and quasars. Astronomy as an interdisciplinary science, emphasizing the underlying physical principles.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 211 or PHYS 251 or PHYS 283.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 359 - Topics in Physics
Current topics of interest and concern to the general public as well as to professional scientists. Not open to physics majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 211 or PHYS 251, and consent of department.
Credits: 1-3
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PHYS 367 - Waves and Vibrations
Free and forced vibrations, coupled oscillators, properties of waves, reflection, diffraction, and interference.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 232 and PHYS 250A or PHYS 252 or PHYS 253. CRQ: MATH 336.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 370 - Electricity and Magnetism I
Behavior of electric and magnetic fields. Study of electrostatics, magnetostatics, and the electric and magnetic properties of matter. Use of vector calculus.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 232 and PHYS 260 or PHYS 261 or PHYS 283. CRQ: MATH 336.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 374 - Introduction to Experimental Physics
Selected experiments from classical and modern physics stressing laboratory practices and current measurement techniques such as STM and SQUID. Includes lecture and one four-hour laboratory a week.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 284. CRQ: PHYS 383.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 375 - Laboratory Electronics I
Fundamentals of circuit analysis and the physics of electronic devices. Topics include DC and AC circuits, signal transmission, noise, feedback, semiconductors, transistors, operational amplifiers, and simple digital logic. Includes three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory a week.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 252 or PHYS 273.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 383 - Intermediate Quantum Physics
Development of quantum mechanics; applications of Schrodinger equation to simple systems, atoms, molecules, and solids; quantum statistics; relativistic kinematics; applications in particle and nuclear physics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 283.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 385 - Methods of Mathematical Physics I
Mathematical techniques used in physics problems. Vector calculus, linear operators, matrices, boundary value problems, and Fourier series.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: MATH 336 and PHYS 300.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 400 - Analytical Mechanics II
Motion of complex systems. Study of oscillating, rotating, and vibrating systems, nonlinear mechanics, mechanics of continuous media, and relativistic mechanics. Use of Fourier analysis, tensors, and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 401 - The Professional Physics Teacher
Seminar directed to designing physics instruction to meet state and national standards. Attention given to skills physics teachers must possess related to the design and use of instructional methods. Includes a minimum of 40 hours of observation in the physics classroom.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: PHYS 495.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 410 - Computational Physics
Techniques of physics problem solving using computers. Application of numerical analysis, linear analysis, iterative methods, and Monte Carlo simulation to problems in classical and modern physics. Use of equation solving software and high-level programming languages.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300, PHYS 370, and CSCI 240, or consent of department.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 420 - Acoustics I
Vibrating strings, bars and plates, acoustic wave equation, transmission and absorption of sound, radiation, and filters.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 367 or MEE 322; and MATH 334 or MATH 336.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 430 - Optics
Geometrical, physical, quantum, and experimental optics with emphasis on topics of current interest. Three lectures plus a 3-hour laboratory weekly.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 370.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 434 - Nuclear Energy and Radiation
Radiation from nuclear reactions and the interaction of radiation with matter. Nuclear fission, fusion, radioactivity, radiation detection, dose determinations, and shielding.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 260 or PHYS 261 or PHYS 283.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 459 - Special Problems in Physics
Problems may be technical in nature or concerned with teaching procedure. Under supervision of physics staff. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours.
Credits: 1-3
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PHYS 460 - Quantum Physics
Schrodinger wave equation, eigen-values and eigen-functions, methods of approximation and applications to the square well, the harmonic oscillator, and hydrogen-like atoms.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300 and PHYS 370 and PHYS 383.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 461 - Modern Physics
Applications of quantum physics to atoms, molecules, solids, nuclei, and elementary particles.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 460.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 463 - Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory, and Statistical Mechanics
Review of such topics as the laws of thermodynamics, the entropy concept, and thermodynamic potentials. Probability, distribution functions and transport phenomena. Introductory treatment of classical and quantum-mechanical statistical mechanics. Emphasis on applications to areas of modern physics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 320 or consent of department.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 467 - Noise and Vibration Control
Includes mechanical vibrations, damping, resonance, vehicle noise, acoustical enclosures, and techniques of noise abatement and measurement.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300 or PHYS 367.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 470 - Electricity and Magnetism II
Maxwell’s equations; propagation, reflection, and transmission of electromagnetic waves; wave guides; dipole radiation; radiation by point charges; electrodynamics in special relativity.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300 and PHYS 370, or consent of department.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 472 - Physical Measurements
Special laboratory problems.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department.
Credits: 2
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PHYS 474 - Methods of Experimental Physics
Basic techniques of experimental physics, including high-vacuum techniques, digital electronics, design and construction of research apparatus, and radiation safety. Open to graduate students and advanced undergraduate students in all sciences. Strongly recommended for all graduate students in physics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 375 or consent of department.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 475 - Laboratory Electronics II
Applications and use of integrated circuits for experimental measurement and control. Includes digital electronics, digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital conversion, mini and microcomputers, power supplies, and active filters and oscillators. Lecture and one 3-hour laboratory period a week.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 375 or consent of department.
Credits: 4
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PHYS 477 - Astrophysics
Kepler’s laws and solar system, analysis of solar radiations, nuclear reactions in the sun, and other selected topics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 283 and PHYS 300.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 480 - Introduction to Materials Science
Mechanical, thermal, electrical, optical, and structural properties of modern engineering materials.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300 and PHYS 370.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 485 - Methods of Mathematical Physics II
Tensor analysis. Functions of complex variable residue calculus, partial differential equations of mathematical physics and Green’s function.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 385.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 490X - Science Across Time and Culture
Crosslisted as BIOS 484X, CHEM 490X, and GEOL 475. Examination of major concepts of science, and how they evolved. Comparison and contrast of the role and practice of science in various cultures and examination of the interaction between science, technology, and culture.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 250A or PHYS 253, PHYS 251A or PHYS 273, and PHYS 261, or consent of department.
Credits: 2
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PHYS 492 - Science Teaching in the Elementary, Middle, and Junior High School: Grades K-9
Crosslisted as GEOL 486X. Selected instructional methods and materials for teaching science in elementary, middle, and junior high schools with emphasis on the physical sciences. Analysis of modern curricula and practice in the use of associated laboratory materials developed for use at all levels from grades K-9. Designed for the classroom teacher and pre-teacher, but open to science supervisors and administrators. Not available for credit in the major.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: A general physical science course or equivalent and consent of department.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 493X - Interdisciplinary Teaching of Science in Secondary Education
Crosslisted as BIOS 402X, CHEM 493X, and GEOL 483. Methods and theory for the teaching of interdisciplinary science in grades 6-12. The nature and purpose of science and its underlying assumptions, the social and cultural challenges in science teaching, and the potential solutions to these challenges are explored through research, discussion, and reflection. Requirements include using state and national science standards to develop student learning objectives and to design inquiry-based lesson plans, micro-teaching, construction and use of assessment rubrics, and ongoing development of a professional portfolio.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 494 - Use of Technology in Secondary Science Teaching
Crosslisted as GEOL 484X. Selected methods for the evaluation and use of technology in both the instructional and laboratory setting in secondary science education. Topics may include the interfacing of computers for data acquisition in the laboratory, strategies for integrating the Internet into the curriculum, and use of video/multimedia equipment.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department.
Credits: 2
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