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3.00 Credits
This seminar will concentrate on one of the perennial themes dealt with by the philosophical tradition. Possible topics include the question of free will, the nature of truth, the nature of goodness, the tradition of existentialism, and the tradition of pragmatism. Prerequisite: PA101 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This seminar will concentrate on the work of one of the great figures of the Western Philosophical tradition such as Plato, Aristotle, Hume, Kant, Hegel and Kierkegaard. The course will be organized around a careful reading of the author’s major works, and will include important secondary literature as well. Prerequisite: PA101 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course investigates the human relationship with nature, how humans define nature, and how they interact with it. The course will have three major thematic sections: 1) the scientific understanding of this relationship-its historical origins and practical consequences; 2) ethical issues raised by this understanding; 3) the critical examination of new paradigms that might better explain this relationship (or not).
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3.00 Credits
An Independent Study in Philosophy is offered exclusively to students pursuing an approved Self-Designed Major in Philosophy, and is offered to fulfill the culminating work required of the major. The topic and method of the Independent Study will be selected and carefully designed by the student and faculty sponsor, and must meet with the approval of the Division Chair. This topic should be of particular concern to the student, and should represent some question arising out of his or her philosophical studies to that point. Format will generally follow the model of a “Senior Thesis,” wherein students will meet regularly with a faculty advisorto discuss readings and work in pursuit of the proposed thesis which, when completed, will be defended orally. A “Proposal for Independent Study” form must be filled out, submittedand approved.
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4.00 Credits
Designed to show the science of physics as a broadly-based intellectual activity that has firm historical roots and profoundly influences our whole culture. Through lectures, demonstrations, problem-solving, and laboratory activities the students will learn the basic concepts of physics (using a historical, mathematical and scientific approach). First semester covers the kinematics and dynamics of motion, momentum, work, power and energy, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics. Second semester covers waves and sound, light and optics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. (The topics are selected and arranged to progress from the simple to more sophisticated concepts and problem-solving skills.) Prerequisite: high school algebra.
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4.00 Credits
Designed to use observations, lectures, demonstrations, problem-solving and model-building techniques to develop the basic concepts of astronomy. Concentrating on the earth and its position in the solar system, the motion and characteristics of the moons, planets, asteroids, comets and our sun will be studied. The student will learn to locate constellations, and be introduced to other topics such as the birth and death of stars, galaxies, and black holes. Naked eye and telescopic observations will be a major component of the course. Prerequisite: completion of the core science requirement.
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3.00 Credits
Individualized program of review and study culminating in an oral Political Science competency exam during the senior year. Required of all Political Science majors.
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3.00 Credits
Political violence occurs in a variety of forms, ranging from organized masses engaged in statesponsored conflict (i.e., war) to a lone assassin’s bullet striking down a national leader. This course examines both of these forms and more. Attention is also given to the following question: Is there any moral justification for the use of violence in pursuit of a political goal?
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3.00 Credits
An investigation into the interactions between politics and popular culture in American society. Particular attention will be given to the role of the mass media and the popular arts in the political system. The objective is to draw important political lessons from questions about these relationships between culture and politics.
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4.00 Credits
Deals with the application of quantitative and qualitative research methods to the study of political science. Students will learn how to formulate, operationalize, test, and evaluate empirical hypotheses regarding everyday political phenomena.
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