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4.00 Credits
Modern physics is the study of physics since the turn of the twentieth century. The two great theories of twentieth century physics are Einstein's Theory of Relativity and the Quantum Theory. The emphasis of this course will be on giving students a thorough understanding of these two complex topics as well as helping students gain an understanding of how these two theories apply to atomic and molecular structure and to condensed matter physics. Other topics such as nuclear physics, elementary particles physics, or astrophysics may also be covered. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1082 and MATH 1082.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the discipline of political science. It will survey the political science subfields of political behavior, comparative government, international relations and political theory. Key concepts such as power, the state, conflict, ideology, nationalism, and political violence are examined. Structure and change in democratic and non-democratic governments are emphasized.
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3.00 Credits
The course examines the political process in the United States of America. It pays special attention to patterns of citizen participation, political parties and interest groups, and the cultural and constitutional basis of the American political system. It also reviews the major governmental institutions involved in the making of public policy in the United States. These institutions include the presidency, congress, and the federal courts.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the dynamic world of state and local politics. It's primary focus is on state constitutions, political parties and interest groups, voting and elections, state legislatures, governors and mayors, and state courts. This course also gives special attention to Minnesota state politics, history, and culture.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the development of constitutional principles, judicial review, commerce powers, executive action, civil rights and liberties, and the pivotal role of the U.S. Supreme Court in maintaining the checks and balances of our Federal system of government. This course is intended for all students, and it is of special interest for students interested in government and political science.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to major theoretical approaches and case studies in international relations and comparative politics. Course topics include regime type, development, globalization, theories of war and peace, international law, human rights, and global citizenship. Theory will be balanced with analysis of historical and contemporary cases.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course provides an opportunity for students to intern with a state legislator, government agency, political organization, or nonprofit agency. The course is designed to enhance learning by putting to use the knowledge students have already attained and also building on that knowledge and skill-set. The individual competencies will vary from internship to internship depending upon the agency site. Prerequisite(s): POLS 1031 or POLS 1033 or concurrently enrolled and instructor consent. Note: students concurrently enrolled in prerequisite course must contact Records Office for verification.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the role of the prosthetic technician and the safety practices and habits required by the profession. Topics include safety practices, and prosthetic bench tools and equipment as well as the materials and components used to craft prosthetic fabrications.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the foundation for understanding the prosthetic device and its user. This course covers the history of prosthetic devices and current patient considerations within the limb-loss and limb-difference community. This course will detail the anatomy of transtibial amputation, gait biomechanics, and prosthetic components required for device creation. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on fabrication of transtibial prostheses based on the prosthetic patient information. Projects include creation of positive and negative models using Plaster of Paris. Course activities use anatomical information to rectify positive models of the residual limb. Course assignments include the fabrication of multiple endoskeletal transtibial devices, using thermoforming and thermosetting processes. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent
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