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3.00 Credits
This is a course for students in preparation for elementary school teaching. It covers the content knowledge associated with and the methods used in science in the context of a inquiry-based introductory course in basic physical sciences. The student is expected to acquire knowledge of the basic laws of physics, and apply them also to other sciences like astronomy, meteorology, and geology. Two class hours, three-hour lab. Restricted to Elem. Ed. students. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PHYS 132 or PHYS 133; MATH 123, 124, 132, or 133. This course is the study of electrostatics, electric and magnetic fields, DC circuits, electrical measurements, electromagnetism, electrical and magnetic properties of matter, and AC circuits. Three class hours, three-hour lab. 4 cr. Laboratory fee $50.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BIO 101, CHEM 101, PHYS 101, GEOL 101 or METR 101. This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with an elementary description, in both qualitative and quantitative terms, of the solar system and the behavior and characteristics of the stars and galaxies. This course satisfies the new GRC requirements when either prerequisite is taken. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PHYS 101. This course acquaints students with various sources of energy available to mankind. We will follow the various kinds of energy from the source to the consumer. We will consider the technical aspects of energy generation and distribution, the environmental and social consequences of use, future potential to benefit mankind, and the fundamental role energy plays in our society. Examples of energy sources to be investigated are nuclear, solar, hydroelectric, geothermal tidal, fossil fuel, wind, and magnetohydrodynamics. PHYS 101 followed by this course will satisfy the Natural Science Perspective. 3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course in meteorology for the nontechnical student. Topics include the earth-sun system, the earth's atmosphere, the earth's heat budget,weather measurements, clouds, horizontal air movement, stability, fronts, short-term weather forecasting, and climate. Two class hours, three-hour lab. 3 cr. Laboratory fee $50.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Topics in physics that are not offered on a regular basis are examined. The course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies. 1-3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Topics in physics that are not offered on a regular basis are examined. The course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies. 1-3 cr.
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3.00 - 32.10 Credits
See "Independent Study" on p. 32. 1-3 cr. Laboratory fee may be required.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing. Topics in physics that are not offered on a regular basis are examined. The course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies. 1-3 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department, approval of the dean. See "Undergraduate Research" on p. 34. Students who show an interest and aptitude for independent and creative work may engage in undergraduate research. Students are expected to write a report based on this work. Class hours by arrangement. 1-3 cr. Laboratory fee.
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