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3.00 Credits
A two block FYE course where the central goal is to educate students about the role of mathematics and geology in understanding the development of the Western United States, both naturally and via human intervention, including what this means for our future. Prerequisite: High school algebra and trigonometry. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World requirement.) 2 units - Anderson, Taylor.
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3.00 Credits
A half-course designed for non-science majors which examines some of the current scientific, technological, and social issues behind the reported crisis in our environment from the perspective of a scientist. The course makes use of popular sources and some selected technical literature attempting to address questions such as: To what extent is the crisis real Why do some feel that it is not What are some of the social and technological options if it is real No laboratory credit. Cannot be taken for credit after Chemistry 110 or 243. Prerequisite: No credit after Chemistry 110 or 243. (Not offered 2008-09.) .5 unit.
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1.00 - 9.00 Credits
The development of nuclear science, one of the most significant of human achievements, is traced from the discovery of radioactivity, nuclear particles, and fission, culminating with the building of the atomic bomb in World War II. Special attention is given to the scientists involved; among them Curi, Rutherford, Szilard, Oppenheimer, Fermi, Teller, Meitner, and Bohr. Readings about World War II will enable the student to understand better how science, politics and warfare came together at Hiroshima in 1945. (Does not meet the laboratory/field requirement for the natural sciences.) (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.
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2.00 Credits
Introduction to Mandarin Chinese, emphasis on basic grammar, speaking, and listening comprehension as well as mastery of some 500 characters for reading and writing. Language laboratory required. (Also listed as Chinese Language 101.) 2 units - Jiang, Zhang.
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2.00 Credits
Introduction to Japanese language. Students will be introduced to basic spoken and written structures of "standard" Japanese, the two Kana alphabets, approximately 70 kanji, and the development of the basic skills with attention to the cultural context. Language laboratory required. (Also listed as Japanese 101.) 2 units - Maruyama.
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1.00 - 9.00 Credits
(Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.
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3.00 Credits
Conversation and limited reading and writing practice in Japanese language. Prerequisite: Japanese 101. (Also listed as Japanese 103.) .25 unit - Maruyama.
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3.00 Credits
Conversation and limited reading and writing practice in Japanese language. Prerequisite: Japanese 101. (Also listed as Japanese 104.) .25 unit - Maruyama.
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1.00 Credits
The history and philosophy of Chinese arts will be introduced with its applications for meditation, relaxation, concentration, and physical development. Short forms of Taichi, Taichi sword and health-related techniques will be taught in conjunction with the art and practice of Chinese brush calligraphy and seal carving. Other art forms such as Chinese music, theater, and dance will be introduced briefly. The correlation/interface of the Chinese body movement and the arts practice would, hopefully, rekindle one's interest in and lead to further exploration of the Asian culture. (Offered through the Biology in China program.) (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) (Also listed as Dance Theory 102.) 1 unit - Wang-Chen.
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1.00 - 9.00 Credits
(Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.
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