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4.00 Credits
This course is the continuation of PHY-290 Physics II, and is a study of waves, heat, and modern physics. It covers sound and light, geometrical and physical optics, thermodynamics, relativity, and quantum theory. >General Education Course. Lecture [3.00], Laboratory [3.00].
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Prerequisite[s]: MAT-281, PHY-290; minimum grade C. 45
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4.00 Credits
This course is a study of the state of rest or motion of bodies under the action of forces. This course builds a foundation of analytic capability for the solution of a great variety of engineering problems. Topics covered include the statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. Lecture [4.00].
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Prerequisite[s]: MAT-282, PHY-280; minimum grade C. POLITICAL SCIENCE
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3.00 Credits
This course is the study of the American national political system and the uses, options, patterns, and limitations of public power. The course examines the theoretical roots of government, the American adaptation of the Western political tradition, the Constitution, decision making structures, the role of the people in government, political parties, lobbies and civil rights. Current policies and problems are analyzed and discussed. >General Education Course. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course is an examination of the basic elements and processes of the modern nation-state system. Political power, nationalism, diplomacy, international law, international organizations, balance-of-power strategies, imperialism, regionalism, polycentrism, and current world issues are analyzed. >General Education Course. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the ideologies that have dominated contemporary world politics. Such theories as Socialism, Communism, Fascism, Islamism and Feminism are studied. Writings of key theorists will be read. >General Education Course. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course is the study of state, county, and municipal political systems. The course examines the making and enforcement of public policy and the political roles of the people, political parties, political machines, and pressure groups. Intergovernmental relations and evolving patterns of metropolitan government are analyzed with an emphasis on New Jersey and Bergen County. >General Education Course. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course is an analytical and historical examination of the development of the office and powers of the modern American presidency. Emphasis is placed on studying the roles of the president as described in the Constitution, the relationship of the executive with the other branches of government, presidential views of the office, the presidential election system, and presidential character and personality. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course is a survey of the basic concepts and methodologies of political science. Topics considered include power, comparative and international politics, the state, government, forms of representation, and methods of social science analysis. >General Education Course. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of the laws that govern labor unions and of labormanagement relations, union organizing, collective bargaining, contract enforcement, job security and opportunities, working conditions, union members' rights, and labor-management disputes. Emphasis is placed on understanding the National Labor Relations Act and its amendments, the National Labor Relations Board, and Supreme Court decisions relevant to labor law. Extensive use of case studies is made. Lecture [3.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of collective bargaining, including the legal basis, the goals, the structure, and the content of labor management contracts, grievance and arbitration, the responsibilities and obligations of the parties to collective bargaining, and the costs, strategies, and other considerations involved in reaching collective bargaining agreement. The emphasis in the course is on the private sector, and it introduces the student to actual contract negotiations and enforcement. Lecture [3.00].
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