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4.00 Credits
This continuation of the algebra-based physics sequence includes major topics of wave motion; sound; reflection and refraction of light, mirrors, thin lenses, and optical instruments; interference and diffraction; electric fields; potential difference, current, resistance, and capacitance; DC and AC circuits; magnetic fields and forces; electro- magnetic induction; and nuclear decay and half-life. Computers are frequently used for data acquisition and analysis.
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4.00 Credits
This calculus-based physics course provides an in-depth study of mechanics and waves. Major topics in mechanics are measurement, vectors, friction, equilibrium of a particle and a rigid body, description of motion in a straight line and in a plane, Newton's laws of motion and universal gravitation, work and energy, momentum, and rotation of a rigid body. The study of waves and sound includes the mathematical description of waves, simple harmonic motion and acoustical phenomena. The laboratory supports the theory and emphasizes experimental techniques. Computers are used extensively in the laboratory for data acquisition and analysis.
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4.00 Credits
This continuation of the calculus-based physics sequence includes an in-depth study of electricity and magnetism, waves, sound, and light, and selected topics in modern physics. Major topics studied in electricity and magnetism are Coulomb's Law; electric field and potential; capacitance; electric current, resistance, and electromotive force; direct current circuits and instruments; magnetic fields and forces; induce emf; inductance; alternating current circuits; and electromagnetic waves. The study of waves and sound includes the mathematical description of waves and acoustical phenomena. The study of light includes both geometric and physical optics. Special topics in modern physics include quanta, the nucleus, and nuclear decay and transformations. The laboratory supports the theory and provides a great range in experimental techniques. Computers are used for data acquisition and analysis when appropriate.
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1.00 Credits
An interdisciplinary science course designed to introduce students to various topics within the natural sciences. Topics will be selected at the instructor's discretion and generally vary each semester. Possible themes include the human genome project, string theory, stem cell research, history of science, endocrine disruption, global environmental issues, fad diets, Nobel laureates, genetically engineered products, human sexuality, quantum mechanics, or issues in pharmacology. Students may repeat this course for credit, provided that they do not enroll in semesters featuring the same theme: their transcripts will list the second enrollment as BIO/CHE/PHY 251.
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1.00 Credits
An interdisciplinary science course designed to introduce students to various topics within the natural sciences. Topics will be selected at the instructor's discretion and generally vary each semester. Possible themes include human genome project, string theory, stem cell research, history of science, endocrine disruption, global environment issues, fad diets, Nobel laureates, genetically engineered products, human sexuality, quantum mechanics, or issues in pharmacology. Students may repeat this course for credit, provided that they do not enroll in semesters featuring the same theme: their transcripts will list the second enrollment as BIO/CHE/PHY 251.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the fundamentals of how to use computer technology to accomplish tasks performed by paralegals in a law office or in a legal setting.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the legal workplace environment and the skills necessary for employment in a legal office setting. Some of the areas that will be covered are telephone skills, office equipment usage, letter and memo format, factual research, and the various divisions and functions included in the court sturcture. The course will also review the legal terminology in specific areas of law as well as various document preparation techniques.
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3.00 Credits
The paralegal profession is investigated in this course. Topics studied include careers as a paralegal, job searching techniques, ethics, and limitations of paralegals. The course will also explore the court systems of the federal government and Pennsylvania, as well as introduce legal research, including but not limited to mandatory and binding precedent, persuasive precedent, and legal citiations. Legal writing and terminology are also course components as well as legal analysis and various systems utilized in a law office.
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2.00 Credits
This course provides paralegal students with an understanding of the workers' compensation laws and the legal concepts embodied in the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act as well as the practice and procedure before administrative judges, trial issues, and relationship to other administrative entitlements, such as Social Security Disabilities.
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2.00 Credits
This course provides paralegal students with an understanding of the laws involved in Social Security and Disability practice, as well as the practice and procedure before administrative judges, trial issues, and relationship to other administrative entitlements, such as workers' compensation.
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