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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. An introduction to sailing and water safety pertinent to the sport. In this class students will learn about sailing safety, rigging, capsize recovery, points of sail, steering, sail trim, basic maneuvers, leaving and returning to the dock, and basic sailing theory. The overall goal of this class is for students to develop confidence in their ability to sail on their own or with nonsailing friends or family.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. Examines personal and professional issues from an ethical point of view, emphasizing how we decide what is right and wrong in our daily lives. Issues might include: civil rights, health care, political concerns, business decisions, war, and the environment.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. Introduces and compares such major religions as Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Students study mythical, ethical, and cultic aspects of these religions through reading and discussion of both sacred writings and literature of religious commentary.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. This course examines the evidence of an emerging common ground between mystical, spiritual, and scientific perspectives on the nature of reality, making difficult concepts accessible and exciting. The course examines modern scientific discoveries from a nonmathematical perspective and compares some of the implications to the writings of clerics, mystics, and poets from major religions and other spiritual traditions. Included also is an examination of the scientific study of the paranormal including remote viewing, energy medicine, near death experiences, and successful healing through prayer.
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4.00 Credits
4 CR. Provides insight into how basic physics principles are used and applied. Develops practical problem solving and analytical thinking skills as applied to Newtonian mechanics, energy, fluids, and the mechanical properties of matter. Includes a laboratory. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Mathematics.
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4.00 Credits
4 CR. A follow-up to Physics I, this course provides continued opportunities for problem solving and practical application of physics principles. Topics include thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism and light. Includes a laboratory. Prerequisite: Physics I.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. This course focuses on planets and the solar system, the evolution of stars, galaxies, and the formation of the universe. Concepts of astronomical distance, physics of light and gravity, and general relativity will be used to show how astronomers make their discoveries. Prerequisite: Basic Algebra.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. A survey and analysis of political phenomena in both theoretical and functional aspects. Focus will be on developing a critical understanding of concepts, institutions, values and processes of government and politics.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. An examination of the theory and practice of the U.S. political system, from town meetings to Washington, D.C. Topics may include presidential elections, the role of Congress, the President and the Supreme Court, the growth of special interest groups and political action committees, and conflicts between local needs and national policies.
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3.00 Credits
3 CR. From historical and contemporary perspectives, this course surveys the framing, revision, and interpretation of the U.S. Constitution. Examines how the original document and subsequent amendments have helped to shape our laws and way of life. Explores contemporary Constitutional issues such as abortion rights, hate speech, gun control, and affirmative action. Includes study of the Vermont Constitution.
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