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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Provides an introduction to number theory. Reading and writing proofs will be emphasized, thus enriching the student's analytical and problem solving skills. Prerequisite: MATH 230 or consent of the instructor. Fall and Spring, 3 hour lecture and discussion, 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Develops listening techniques based upon an understanding of the functional role of the elements in the organization of music. Fall and Spring, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces a study of the history of jazz from its roots to tis first flowering in New Orleans, Chicago and then into the Swing Era, bebop and the many modern jazz styles, include cultural influences from Creole ethnicity in New Orleans, Caribbean, Latin America and Europe. The role of women in the development of jazz will also be addressed. Attention will be given to the musical nature of jazz performance to demonstrate how to listen to jazz. Fall and Spring, $50 fee, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3 credits.
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4.00 Credits
Studies basic concepts and principles of the Earth, its makeup, and its place in the solar system. Focuses on methods of science, standard laboratory experiments to emphasize basic scientific facts and concepts, and nonstandard experiments to demonstrate the scientific method. Primarily for non-science majors. Fall, $100 fee, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits.
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4.00 Credits
Explores matter, its basic structure, properties, and relationship to various energy forms. Spring, $100 fee, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Studies the composition, structure and movement of the atmosphere; primary and secondary circulation; coriolis effect; air masses, fronts and storms; weather instruments and maps; and data collection and analysis. 3 hours lecture and discussion, $65 fee, 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Studies Earth’s mineral composition, structure, and processes of formation; and the effect of these processes on materials and structures of the earth’s crust. Focuses on plate tectonics, rocks and minerals, glaciation, fl owing and ground water, and topographic and geologic maps. Spring and Weekender, $65 fee, 2 hours lecture and discussion, 2-hour laboratory, 3 credits.
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4.00 Credits
Studies the structure of Earth and the physical and chemical processes that formed it. Topics include mineral and rock properties and classification; igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary processes; plate tectonics; weathering; erosion; glaciations; landforms; and deep time. Local geology and field activities are emphasized. A two-day field trip, for which an extra fee is collected, is required. (This course is intended for students majoring in the sciences.) Fall, $100 fee, 3 hours lecture, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the geological history of biodiversity and the influence of changing Earth systems on the evolution of the biosphere. Topics include planetary formation, origin of life, atmospheric evolution, plate tectonics, and macro-evolutionary history. Spring and Weekender, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces astronomy with a concentration on our solar system. Emphasis will be on the motions, make-up and properties of the planets, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids. Telescopes, astronomical instruments, light and the electromagnetic spectrum will also be studied. Historical development of astronomy as a human endeavor will be addressed. Prerequisite: MATH 102 or higher with a grade of "C" or higher, or consent of the instructo r Fall, $75 fee, 3 hour lecture, discussion, periodic evening observations, 3 credits.
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