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PhysicsCredits

Use of the library, electronic and machine shop practices, vacuum and cryogenic techniques, research interests of faculty.

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Mathematical methods necessary for advanced study in physics. Topic include functions of complex variables, calculus or residues, integral transforms and special functions.

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Variational calculus, Lagrangian mechanics, the motions of particles and rigid bodies, the dynamics of oscillating systems and Hamilton-Jacobi theory. Pre: PHYS 441 or equivalent

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Bound state and scattering problems in one, two, and three dimensions. Approximation methods for stationary states. Time-independent and time-dependent perturbation theory. General formalism of quantum theory. Pre: PHYS 461 or equivalent

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Electrostatics, magnetostatics, boundary-value problems, Green functions, time-varying fields, Maxwell equations, conservation laws. Pre: PHYS 448 or equivalent

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A course in an area of physics not regularly offered. Topic and credit assigned by department each time offered.

Special arrangements must be made with an appropriate faculty member or the department office. May be repeated for credit on each new topic.

Students will attend research seminars presented by faculty in the department, or speakers from other institutions. Students also make and critique presentations made by themselves and other students. May be repeated for credit. Spring

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Special arrangements must be made with an appropriate faculty member or the department office. May be repeated for credit on each new topic.

Provides student the opportunity to gain expertise and experience in a special field under the supervision of a qualified person.

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Political ScienceCredits

Study of the nature of politics and government and their influence on society and human behavior.

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Goal Area 5 - History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Combine study with action to remake yourself into a democratic citizen. Consider your beliefs, debate issues and learn political skills. Integrate these in practical public work on a real issue or project in a student group or community organization.

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Goal Area 9 - Ethical and Civic Responsibility | Goal Area 11 - Performance and Participation
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This course is designed to help you to read, think and write critically about important concepts and issues in the study and practice of politics. It is intended to acquaint you with some of the great debates in political thought, increase your understanding of how political systems work and help you to develop your research and writing skills.

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Goal Area 2 - Critical Thinking | Writing Intensive

Rejoin the political debates of 1787 to understand the US Constitution. Compare the founding document with amendments, later usage and Supreme Court interpretations. Examine controversies over the meaning of the Constitution using the methods of political philosophers, historians, and legal scholars.

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Goal Area 5 - History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences
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This introductory course examines key concepts and issues in contemporary world politics. It is a survey course covering topics including political culture, the political impact of economic globalization, the changing role of the state, nationality and ethnic identity, and issues of oppression and empowerment.

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Goal Area 8 - Global Perspective
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Various topics of current interest. Topics covered in the past include political corruption, contemporary ideologies, revolution, understanding the United States Constitution, political films. Course may be taken more than once for credit.

Students will develop knowledge and understand the application of statistical concepts and quantitative methodologies to real-world social and political issues. Using social science data, students will analyze and interpret data to answer research questions relevant to the public and non-profit sectors.

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Goal Area 4 - Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
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The course is intended to prepare students to participate in the model UN. Students learn about issues before the UN and acquire a variety of communication and negotiating skills as they model the role of ambassadors.

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Goal Area 8 - Global Perspective | Goal Area 1B - Speech and Oral Reasoning

This course is designed to acquaint undergraduates with the data and methods of comparative politics. Approaches to the study of comparative politics may include country studies, regional studies, global surveys focusing on specific policy areas or other issues, and general comparative theory.

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This course provides an introduction to public policy and public administration in the United States. Specifically, this course will examine theories, concepts, and relevant public policy issues and administrative issues using appropriate theoretical frameworks and methodologies.

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