2021-2022 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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PAS 507 - Leadership in Healthcare, 1 credit hour
The leadership course is one semester in length and will give students the foundation to become competent physician assistants and leaders in the field. The course content will give students the tools to become an effective leader in their practice while adhering to NCCPA guidelines as well as federal and state laws regarding physician assistant practice.
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PAS 510 - Clinical Anatomy, 6 credit hours
This 14-week gross anatomy course is a detailed study of the structures of the human body, consisting of both lecture and laboratory sections. The lecture portion deals with descriptions and explanations of body structures, while in the laboratory, the student participates in the practical examination of prosected human cadavers and removed specimens, and the regional dissection of a human cadaver.
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PAS 511 - Pathophysiologic Foundations of Medicine, 4 credit hours
Pathophysiologic Foundations of Medicine focuses on pathophysiology of various body systems with an introduction to clinical medicine. The core basic science areas which are included in the course are: physiology/ pathophysiology, genetics, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, nutrition, and pathology. The design of the curriculum is such that students will continually learn and build on concepts from each course as well as learn by integrating concurrent coursework during the semester.
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PAS 512 - History Taking and Medical Documentation, 3 credit hours
Beginning in the summer semester, PA students will learn fundamental patient communication skills and will be able to elicit an accurate and comprehensive history on patients from a variety of backgrounds. Students will learn how to communicate with different patient populations as well as learn subtleties in medical history taking. Students will learn how to effectively document in a medical record for adult and pediatric populations in the outpatient and inpatient settings. Patient centered interviewing skills and clinician centered interviewing techniques will be incorporated throughout the course activities. Students will be evaluated based on standardized patient examinations, written examinations and oral presentations.
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PAS 513 - Clinical Medicine I, 7 credit hours
Clinical Medicine is a 2 part course which spans the fall and spring semesters. Students will progress through the course learning a large variety of clinical conditions which affect each body system. Clinical medicine seminars are integrated throughout each course and are centered on problem-based learning techniques which will be used throughout the entire didactic phase of the program. Students will meet in small groups with a faculty facilitator and work through a case scenario from etiology/pathology of the disease to treatment and maintenance of the illness. Students will meet frequently throughout the semester and review topics which follow the lecture material sequence. By incorporating this educational activity, students will learn critical thinking and presentation skills as well as have an in depth clinical view of the disease process. Students will then be able to formulate a practice plan for each case and be able to rationalize their management strategies. The critical topics of discussion will emerge from the medical disciplines of: Dermatology, Hematology/ Oncology, Cardiology, Pulmonary, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Nephrology, Urology, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and General Surgery.
This type of instruction enhances the student learning and promotes the knowledge and development of cooperative and self-directed learning skills, interpersonal skills, patient-care skills, and professional behavior.
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PAS 514 - Physical Exam Techniques, 3 credit hours
During this course, students will learn the fundamentals of physical exam and be able to perform a more structured physical examination with the ability to link diagnostic testing to the exam findings as well as development of a differential diagnosis and treatment plan. During this course, students will be instructed through lecture and through the physical examination lab component. While in the lab, students will have hands on approach to specific physical exam techniques which are appropriate for each body system.
Emphasis will be placed on developing and demonstrating proficiency in performing an accurate physical examination on patients throughout the lifespan, age, ethnicity, and gender. Students will learn how to integrate historical information and examination methods in the assessment of patient problems. At the completion of this course, students will demonstrate the ability to perform a complete physical examination on any patient and document both normal and abnormal findings in the patient record. Patient centered communication skills will be incorporated throughout the course activities. Evaluation is performance based and includes standardized patient examination. Fund of knowledge will be evaluated through written examinations and case scenarios.
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PAS 515 - Clinical Medicine II, 7 credit hours
Clinical Medicine is a 2 part course which spans the fall and spring semesters. Students will progress through the course learning a large variety of clinical conditions which affect each body system. Clinical medicine seminars are integrated throughout each course and are centered on problem-based learning techniques which will be used throughout the entire didactic phase of the program. Students will meet in small groups with a faculty facilitator and work through a case scenario from etiology/pathology of the disease to treatment and maintenance of the illness. Students will frequently meet throughout the semester and review topics which follow the lecture material sequence. By incorporating this educational activity, students will learn critical thinking and presentation skills as well as have an in depth clinical view of the disease process. Students will then be able to formulate a practice plan for each case and be able to rationalize their management strategies. The critical topics of discussion will emerge from the medical disciplines of: Dermatology, Hematology/ Oncology, Cardiology, Pulmonary, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Nephrology, Urology, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and General Surgery.
This type of instruction enhances the student learning and promotes the knowledge and development of cooperative and self-directed learning skills, interpersonal skills, patient-care skills, and professional behavior.
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PAS 516 - Procedural Skills and Special Populations, 3 credit hours
During this course, students will learn exam techniques for special populations (pediatrics & pregnancy) as well as lectures on various procedural skills which are essential to PA practice. Students will also rotate through the clinical skills/ simulation lab where they will learn invasive techniques such as IV access, central line placement, chest tube placement, medication administration (IM, IV), basic suture technique, incision and drainage, lumbar puncture, identification and use of surgical instruments, donning surgical attire, and concepts of examining special populations. Also the concept of inter-professional education will be introduced through various lecture and lab based activities.
Upon completion of this course, students will have working knowledge regarding common procedural skills to further enhance their clinical decision making. Fundamental procedural competencies relevant to PA practice will be emphasized in lecture and in the skills lab, while other specialized interventions will be introduced from a cognitive point of view.
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PAS 521 - Laboratory and Diagnostic Testing I, 3 credit hours
This is a 2-part course which teaches PA students the fundamentals of diagnostic testing with application to clinical practice. The first course begins with basic and most common hematological and chemistry testing and then progresses on to microbiological testing and various imaging modalities (system based) as well as electrocardiography. The application of various tests and development of a differential diagnosis and diagnostic algorithms is discussed in detail.
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PAS 522 - Laboratory and Diagnostic Testing II, 3 credit hours
This is a 2-part course which teaches PA students the fundamentals of diagnostic testing with application to clinical practice. The first course begins with basic and most common hematological and chemistry testing and then progresses on to microbiological testing and various imaging modalities (system based) as well as electrocardiography. The application of various tests and development of a differential diagnosis and diagnostic algorithms is discussed in detail.
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PAS 523 - Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine, 5 credit hours
This course will provide an overview of potentially life-threatening illness and injury encountered in emergent situations or in the critically ill patient. In addition, this course will discuss the essentials of assessment and management for the initial evaluation, stabilization, assessment, management and treatment, patient education, disposition and follow-up of an acutely ill patient requiring expeditious medical, surgical, or psychiatric attention.
Also, Instruction focused on the detection and application of preventive measures and treatment of health risk behaviors including stress, abuse and violence, substance abuse and psychological symptoms and syndromes through basic counseling, patient education and/or appropriate referrals that are sensitive to culture and ethnicity. Introduction to strategies to identify and ease patient reaction to illness and end of life issues and application of those strategies to overcome resistance, encourage therapeutic cooperation, and assist in changing patient risky behaviors. Cultural diversity and its relationship to health, disease, and death will be addressed. Other topics include sexuality and health.
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PAS 531 - Pharmacology I, 4 credit hours
The 3-part pharmacology course educates students on the fundamentals of drug classifications, pharmacodynamics actions, and the rationale for therapeutic use of prescription and nonprescription medications. In addition, students will be able to describe the potential advantages and disadvantages of specific therapeutic regimens, universal indications and contraindications for usage, dosing schedules, and the relative cost of commonly prescribed medications. Common errors involving prescription writing will be discussed and practical exercises will require students to accurately write prescriptions and treatment orders.
This course will review the mechanism(s) of action, toxicities and interactions of some specific drugs and drug classes, as well as provide the students with an introduction to clinical therapeutics. Clinical therapeutics incorporates the physiologic basis and clinical characteristics of disease states relative to pharmacologic therapy. Disease states that will be targeted are: dermatology, hematology, endocrinology, HIV, hepatitis, pancreatitis, obstructive pulmonary disease and gastrointestinal.
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PAS 532 - Pharmacology II, 4 credit hours
The 3-part pharmacology course educates students on the fundamentals of drug classifications, pharmacodynamics actions, and the rationale for therapeutic use of prescription and nonprescription medications. In addition, students will be able to describe the potential advantages and disadvantages of specific therapeutic regimens, universal indications and contraindications for usage, dosing schedules, and the relative cost of commonly prescribed medications. Common errors involving prescription writing will be discussed and practical exercises will require students to accurately write prescriptions and treatment orders.
This course will review the mechanism(s) of action, toxicities and interactions of some specific drugs and drug classes, as well as provide the students with an introduction to clinical therapeutics. Clinical therapeutics incorporates the physiologic basis and clinical characteristics of disease states relative to pharmacologic therapy. Disease states that will be targeted are: dermatology, hematology, endocrinology, HIV, hepatitis, pancreatitis, obstructive pulmonary disease and gastrointestinal.
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PAS 533 - Pharmacology III, 4 credit hours
The 3-part pharmacology course educates students on the fundamentals of drug classifications, pharmacodynamics actions, and the rationale for therapeutic use of prescription and nonprescription medications. In addition, students will be able to describe the potential advantages and disadvantages of specific therapeutic regimens, universal indications and contraindications for usage, dosing schedules, and the relative cost of commonly prescribed medications. Common errors involving prescription writing will be discussed and practical exercises will require students to accurately write prescriptions and treatment orders.
This course will review the mechanism(s) of action, toxicities and interactions of some specific drugs and drug classes, as well as provide the students with an introduction to clinical therapeutics. Clinical therapeutics incorporates the physiologic basis and clinical characteristics of disease states relative to pharmacologic therapy. Disease states that will be targeted are: dermatology, hematology, endocrinology, HIV, hepatitis, pancreatitis, obstructive pulmonary disease and gastrointestinal.
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PAS 541 - Physician Assistant Profession, 1 credit hour
This course introduces the PA student to the physician assistant profession and discusses various practice related topics which are critical for the practice of medicine. The course will discuss professional practice issues such as: reimbursement, licensing, credentialing, patient safety, and risk management.
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PAS 542 - Biomedical Ethics, 2 credit hours
This course will discuss various aspects of medical ethics and decision making and how these concepts relate to physician assistant practice. Students will research cases representing bioethical issues and apply the principles of ethics as appropriate to participating in student led discussions. The course will foster professional development and expose students presenting medical cases.
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PAS 543 - Public Health and Policy Systems, 2 credit hours
This course will discuss health policy in the U.S as it pertains to physician assistant practice, health care reform, and public health policy and workforce. The students will gain an in depth view of physician assistant practice which will help prepare them for a career as a clinician and a leader in their field.
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PAS 591 - Clinical Preparations, 4 total credit hours
(Semester IV- 2 credit hours, Semester V- 1 credit hour, Semester VI- 1 credit hour)
This course is given in multiple modules over the course of the clinical year with the first installment just prior to starting clinical rotations. Students will be offered opportunities to enhance their clinical reasoning skills and the opportunity to refine various procedural techniques. Students will be presented with case scenarios that will allow them to perfect their history taking and physical exam skills as well as their oral presentation skills. Students will also be instructed on professional issues related to clinical rotations and practice. This course will provide significant review of knowledge obtained during the didactic year in order to prepare them for the clinical phase. Perioperative patient management will also be discussed in depth. The course will end with a Final OSCE and written summative exam.
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PAS 600 - Masters Seminar, 2 credit hours
This is a 2-part course which allows students to formulate a research question by applying what was learned in the previous EBM course modules. In the first part of the course, the students will work with faculty advisors to refine their research question and begin a preliminary literature review. During the second part of the course, students will actively analyze the literature and formally write about a topic of interest based on the researched material. The goal of this exercise is for students to write a paper of publishable quality as well as incorporate their evidence based knowledge into practice. Students will hand in the final paper prior to graduation, after the completion of all clinical rotations.
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PAS 601 - Rotation #1, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 601-611 - Clinical Rotations, 3 credit hours each
Clinical Rotations include the following: Family Medicine, Surgery, Emergency Medicine, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine I, Internal Medicine II, Mandatory Elective Rotation I, Mandatory Elective Rotation II, Mandatory Elective Rotation III.
Family Medicine, 3 credit hours: A 4-week rotation in a family medicine environment to expose physician assistant students to primary care practice and to introduce the role of the physician assistant when working with the primary care physician. This rotation will encompass a total of 160 hours of total patient care time.
Surgery, 3 credit hours: A 4-week rotation in a general surgery environment to expose physician assistant students to general surgical principles, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient care and to introduce the role of the physician assistant when working with the general or sub-specialty surgeon. This rotation will encompass a total of 160 hours of total patient care time.
Emergency Medicine, 3 credit hours: A 4-week rotation in an emergency medicine facility to expose physician assistant students to emergency medicine/ acute care practice and to introduce the role of the physician assistant when working with the emergency physician. Learned skills will include those necessary for appropriate triage, stabilization, diagnosis and management of patients with traumatic injuries and illnesses as well as the management of less life-threatening problems that present to the emergency department. Physician Assistant students will develop skills in working with the prehospital emergency medical team and secondary referral systems. This rotation will encompass a total of 160 hours of total patient care time.
OB/GYN, 3 credit hours: A 4-week rotation in a women’s health/OBGYN environment to expose physician assistant students to women’s health with treatment of the prenatal and gynecology patient. This rotation will introduce the role of the physician assistant when working with the obstetrician/gynecologist. This rotation will encompass a total of 160 hours of total patient care time.
Pediatrics, 3 credit hours: A 4-week rotation in a pediatric medicine environment to expose physician assistant students to pediatric and adolescent medicine and to introduce the role of the physician assistant when working with the pediatrician. This will encompass well-child care, common pediatric illnesses and care of the newborn through adolescent populations. This rotation will encompass a total of 160 hours of total patient care time.
Psychiatry, 3 credit hours: A 4-week rotation in psychiatry will expose physician assistant students to psychiatric and behavioral medicine and to introduce the role of the physician assistant when working with the psychiatrist. This will encompass psychiatric evaluations and medication/clinical management of psychiatric patients. This rotation will encompass a total of 160 hours of total patient care time.
Internal Medicine I and II, 3 credits hours each: Both 4-week rotations in general internal medicine will expose physician assistant students to internal medicine and various related specialties. These rotations will allow the physician assistant student to work alongside an internist/hospitalist and gain valuable patient care experience. These rotations will encompass a total of 320 hours of total patient care time.
Mandatory Elective Rotation I, II and III, 3 credit hours each: Each 4-week rotation is chosen from all of the medical specialties and subspecialties. Each student will take three rotation electives during the clinical year.
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PAS 602 - Rotation #2, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 603 - Rotation #3, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 604 - Rotation #4, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 605 - Rotation #5, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 606 - Rotation #6, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 607 - Rotation #7, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 608 - Rotation #8, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 609 - Rotation #9, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 610 - Rotation #10, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PAS 611 - Rotation #11, 3 credit hours
See PAS 601-611 description.
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PHY 102 - Topics in Physics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Topics approved for Quantitative Extension require core math.
Topics in Physics is a collection of introductory lecture courses in various areas and are primarily intended for students not majoring in science. All of the topics presuppose only a knowledge of high school mathematics and general science. All of the topics courses typically include the interdisciplinary links between the sciences, social sciences and humanities. PHY 102 may be repeated for credit if different topics are taken. The topics below are currently being offered on a regular basis.
- Science Through the Ages
A historical guide to science, scientists, which begins with the Greek roots of modern science and then traces in more detail the evolution of science during the past few centuries from an obscure esoteric activity to the professionalized, the industrialized, and democratic version of science we have today.
- Physics of the 20th Century
A survey of the important physics that came about over the last century. The class will examine the theoretical successes, such as quantum theory and relativity, as well as some of the important technological developments such as solid state electronics and lasers.
No lab.
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PHY 102H - Quantitative Problem Solving- Honors, 3 credit hours
Notes: Must be a Honors student or have sophomore or higher standing with at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
Prerequisite(s): Core Math
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PHY 103 - Sci & Hist on Development of Nuclear Weapons in WWII, 3 credit hours
This course contains two distinct halves. The first half covers humanity’s search for the ultimate building blocks of the universe, in short, the story of the atom. The second half covers the department of the nuclear bomb during World War II and the associated physics. In other words, the first half of the course teaches the fundamental physics needed to understand the bomb and the second half covers its actual development from a more historical perspective. PHY-103 is intended for students not majoring in science and presupposes only a knowledge of high school mathematics and general science. Because of the nature of the subject material covered, the course is also recommended for interested physics majors on either an audit or credit basis.
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PHY 104 - General Problem Solving Techniques, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Core Math
In his book, The Road Ahead, Bill Gates wrote, “More than ever, an education that emphasizes general problem solving skills will be important.” The entire purpose of this course is to develop the students’ general problem solving ability. Students will work both individually and in teams to solve some of the most fun and challenging problems concocted by the human brain. The topics from which the problems were chosen include; operations research, geometry, probability, risk management, physics, pattern recognition and logic. The only prerequisites for the course are a solid foundation in algebra and the desire for an intellectual challenge.
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PHY 104H - General Problem Solving Techniques- Honors, 3 credit hours
Notes: Must be a Honors student or have sophomore or higher standing with at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
Prerequisite(s): Core Math
In his book, The Road Ahead, Bill Gates wrote, “More than ever, an education that emphasizes general problem solving skills will be important.” The entire purpose of this course is to develop the students’ general problem solving ability. Students will work both individually and in teams to solve some of the most fun and challenging problems concocted by the human brain. The topics from which the problems were chosen include; operations research, geometry, probability, risk management, physics, pattern recognition and logic. The only prerequisites for the course are a solid foundation in algebra and the desire for an intellectual challenge.
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PHY 105 - Physics in Everyday Life, 4 credit hours
A lecture-laboratory course in which physics principles underlying many phenomena encountered in daily life are studied. The course assumes no prior background in mathematics or physics other than the normal University entrance requirements. Topics are studied through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and laboratories, which include “envelope experiments” that can be completed at home.
Lab included.
Semesters Offered: Offered primarily for Evening/Weekend Students; day students only with special permission.
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PHY 106 - Light, Color, Vision, 4 credit hours
A lecture-laboratory course investigating optical phenomena found in nature, photography, color vision and holography. The topics are studied in a way that is meaningful for those whose interests are in a variety of fields other than science: art, psychology, photography, etc. The course assumes no prior background in mathematics or physics other than the normal University entrance requirements. Emphasis is placed on the optical phenomena seen in everyday life. Light, color, and vision are studied through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and laboratories, which include “envelope experiments” that can be completed at home.
Lab included.
Semesters Offered: Offered primarily for Evening/Weekend Students; day students only with special permission.
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PHY 107 - Space From the Ground Up, 3 credit hours
A lecture-laboratory course intended to provide an insight into space propulsion, space power, space exploration, living in space, and future space ventures through the eyes of physicists, but in a way that would be meaningful for those whose interests are in a variety of other fields: art, psychology, photography, business, law, etc. The course assumes no prior background in mathematics or physics other than the normal University entrance requirements. Emphasis is placed on understanding the fundamental scientific principles and their application to space projects. Space related topics are studied through a combination of lectures, demonstrations and laboratories, which include “envelope experiments” which can be completed at home.
Lab included.
Semesters Offered: Offered primarily for Evening/Weekend Students; day students only with special permission.
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PHY 110 - Physics of Music, 3 credit hours
Physics of oscillations and waves; acoustics of tubes, strings, vibrating bodies, and rooms; psychophysics or perception of sound; and, their application to musical sounds, musical instruments, musical performance, and musical cognition. Computer-based tools are used for recording, analysis and synthesis of musical sounds.
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PHY 111 - Physics for Presidents, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131
An online course that investigates the physical principles underlying critical issues in modern society. The nature of scientific inquiry and the goals and limitations of science are considered in light of the problems facing the world and their proposed technological solutions. Course involves considerable writing, and regular access to BlackBoard is required.
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PHY 112 - Energy and the Future, 3 credit hours
Energy and The Future provides the technology foundation necessary for an understanding of issues and policies relating to energy sustainability. The course describes the various technologies behind energy production and the environmental, political, and social consequences of each. It explores historical and current usage trends with an emphasis on the implications of exploding energy requirements in the third world. It also engages issues such as economic, climatic, and national security implications of energy choices. In addition to lecture, the course requires students to research and present a relevant topic of their choice.
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PHY 113 - Physics of Weather, 3 credit hours
An introduction survey course investigating the underlying physics of the Earth’s climate. The course will investigate topics such as the short-term climate changes from the interaction of energy flow between the oceans, atmosphere, and land masses; solar radiation; weather fronts; cloud formation; condensation and precipitation; atmospheric electricity and lightning; and various storm phenomena.
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PHY 131 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Four years of high school mathematics, including trigonometry, or MTH 140 .
Corequisite(s): Except by permission of the instructor, PHY 151 is to be taken concurrently with PHY 131 and PHY 152 to be taken concurrently with PHY 132 .
A two-semester sequence covering the standard physics topics expected for a major in physics, chemistry, pre-med, or pre-engineering. Concepts are presented primarily in lecture demonstration form, but in a sufficiently small class setting that allows for student questions. The course emphasizes qualitative and quantitative problem solving skills. PHY 131 emphasizes mechanics and heat while PHY 132 delves into electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. Students may not take both PHY 131 and PHY 145 or both PHY 132 and PHY 146 for credit.
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PHY 132 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Four years of high school mathematics, including trigonometry, or MTH 140 .
Corequisite(s): Except by permission of the instructor, PHY 151 is to be taken concurrently with PHY 131 and PHY 152 to be taken concurrently with PHY 132.
A two-semester sequence covering the standard physics topics expected for a major in physics, chemistry, pre-med, or pre-engineering. Concepts are presented primarily in lecture demonstration form, but in a sufficiently small class setting that allows for student questions. The course emphasizes qualitative and quantitative problem solving skills. PHY 131 emphasizes mechanics and heat while PHY 132 delves into electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. Students may not take both PHY 131 and PHY 145 or both PHY 132 and PHY 146 for credit.
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PHY 145 - Applied College Physics I, 5 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): The student is assumed to have had high school mathematics through algebra and pre-calculus.
Corequisite(s): High school physics and a familiarity with calculus are highly recommended or calculus can be taken concurrently.
A two-semester sequence covering most of the standard introductory physics topics needed for a science major or for those needing a lab science. Applied College Physics is presented primarily in a laboratory setting. Rather than lectures and demonstrations, almost all concept development is achieved by hands-on activities and many mini-investigations with an emphasis on student inquiry, peer interaction, and small group activities. Applied College Physics’ slower rate of concept development results in the coverage of somewhat fewer topics, but in more depth and with more applications than does General Physics. The first semester emphasizes mechanics and heat while the second semester explores electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. Students may not take both PHY 131 and 145 or both PHY 132 and PHY 146 for credit. Applied College Physics students are expected to schedule an additional hour in the lab each week so that the actual in-class time is the same as the General Physics and Introductory Physics Lab combination.
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PHY 146 - Applied College Physics II, 5 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): The student is assumed to have had high school mathematics through algebra and pre-calculus.
Corequisite(s): High school physics and a familiarity with calculus are highly recommended or calculus can be taken concurrently.
A two-semester sequence covering most of the standard introductory physics topics needed for a science major or for those needing a lab science. Applied College Physics is presented primarily in a laboratory setting. Rather than lectures and demonstrations, almost all concept development is achieved by hands-on activities and many mini-investigations with an emphasis on student inquiry, peer interaction, and small group activities. Applied College Physics’ slower rate of concept development results in the coverage of somewhat fewer topics, but in more depth and with more applications than does General Physics. The first semester emphasizes mechanics and heat while the second semester explores electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. Students may not take both PHY 131 and PHY 145 or both PHY 132 and 146 for credit. Applied College Physics students are expected to schedule an additional hour in the lab each week so that the actual in-class time is the same as the General Physics and Introductory Physics Lab combination.
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PHY 150 - Physical Science Investigations, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): EDU 101X
This physics course is designed for teachers in the upper elementary and middle school to improve the learning and teaching of basic physics concepts, and is intended as a complement to CHM 150 . Students will spend considerable time in the laboratory completing investigations that, in addition to exposing and clarifying basic physics concepts, can be used for effectively teaching students about physics. Ohio state science standards will be used as a guide for determining specific items of study. Topics covered include: sound, light and color, electricity, magnetism, properties of matter, the atom, force and motion, simple machines, force and fluids, and measurement.
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PHY 151 - Introductory Physics Lab I, 1 credit hour
Corequisite(s): Except by permission of the instructor, PHY 151 is to be taken concurrently with PHY 131 and PHY 152 to be taken concurrently with PHY 132 . Laboratory to accompany General Physics I and II (PHY 131 , PHY 132 ).
Experiments designed to investigate and reinforce the ideas and concepts developed in General Physics. Employing recent computer technology to gather and graphically analyze data, PHY 151 emphasizes experiments in mechanics (motion, force, energy, etc.) and heat (temperature, heat capacity, latent heat, etc.). PHY 152 first focuses on mechanical oscillations, static electricity, DC circuits, Ohm’s law, frequency-dependent AC circuits, and magnetic effects. Students gain some experience with “bread-boarding” circuits, and the use of modern digital multi-meters and CRT oscilloscopes. The last part of PHY 152 concentrates on the basic properties of light with experiments in reflection, refraction, simple optical systems, and interference.
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PHY 152 - Introductory Physics Lab II, 1 credit hour
Corequisite(s): Except by permission of the instructor, PHY 151 is to be taken concurrently with PHY 131 and PHY 152 to be taken concurrently with PHY 132 . Laboratory to accompany General Physics I and II (PHY 131 , PHY 132 ).
Experiments designed to investigate and reinforce the ideas and concepts developed in General Physics. Employing recent computer technology to gather and graphically analyze data, PHY 151 emphasizes experiments in mechanics (motion, force, energy, etc.) and heat (temperature, heat capacity, latent heat, etc.). PHY 152 first focuses on mechanical oscillations, static electricity, DC circuits, Ohm’s law, frequency-dependent AC circuits, and magnetic effects. Students gain some experience with “bread-boarding” circuits, and the use of modern digital multi-meters and CRT oscilloscopes. The last part of PHY 152 concentrates on the basic properties of light with experiments in reflection, refraction, simple optical systems, and interference.
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PHY 200 - Science, 1-4 credit hours
A study of a topic in science which may involve an interdisciplinary approach. Course content is determined by the department under whose auspices the course is offered.
Semesters Offered: PHY 200 is not offered on a regular basis.
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PHY 233 - Modern Physics, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): The student is assumed to have taken General Physics, Applied College Physics, or the equivalent and to have completed or be taking introductory calculus.
A one-semester introduction to the developments in physics since about 1900. Topics such as special relativity, the Bohr atom, atomic and molecular physics, nuclear processes and the important experiments leading to the modern quantum theory are studied in detail. In addition to important course material, Modern Physics begins the development of the applied math skills needed by the professional scientist. PHY 233 is required for a physics minor, for all physics, pre-engineering majors, and some science teaching licensure. Modern Physics should be taken as soon as possible after completing General Physics or Applied College Physics
Semesters Offered: PHY 233 is normally offered every Fall semester.
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PHY 259 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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PHY 260 - Engineering Materials, 2 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): one year of introductory physics and chemistry or instructor’s permission
A lecture course studying the most important materials of practical interest to engineers and manufacturers. Special consideration will be given to the different physical and chemical characteristics of and the means of manufacturing metallic, polymeric, ceramic, and composite materials. PHY 260 is taught as needed as a minimester and is especially recommended for students in the pre-engineering program.
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PHY 261 - Introduction to Statics, 2 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): one year of introductory physics or instructor’s permission
A lecture course concentrating on equilibrium forces and torques on extended bodies. Topics covered include stress, strain, elastic moduli, Poisson’s ratio, compression, tension, sheer, bending, torsion, power, moments of inertia, bending moments, beam deflection and Mohr’s circle. PHY 261 is taught as needed as a minimester and is especially recommended for students in the pre-engineering program.
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PHY 263 - Seminar, 1-4 credit hours
Open to all students interested in physics. Reports and discussions of topics of interest in physics.
Semesters Offered: Not offered on a regular basis.
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PHY 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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PHY 297 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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PHY 311 - Electronic Instrumentation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 , PHY 132 or PHY 145 , PHY 146 , or instructor’s permission
A lecture-laboratory course covering the basic principles of circuit design and analysis, use of standard modern instrumentation such as multi-meters, signal generators, and oscilloscopes. The analog part of the course moves from basic DC resistor circuits, to AC frequency filters, diodes, bipolar transistors, op-amps, and 555 oscillator circuits. The digital portion covers analog to digital conversion, boolean logic, and various digital gate and multiplexing circuits. If time permits, computer simulated analog and/or digital circuits may be studied. PHY 311 is required for all physics and pre-engineering majors, and some science teaching licensure.
Semesters Offered: PHY 311 is offered on an alternate year basis.
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PHY 312 - Advanced Laboratory, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 ; PHY 131 & PHY 132 or PHY 145 & PHY 146 , or instructor’s permission
A laboratory course in which independent experiments of advanced level in physics and engineering are designed, performed and analyzed by the student, acting in consultation with the instructor. Results are expected to be obtained with sufficient care and detail to make the results comparable to quality research results. Typically, an independently designed project with an oral and/or a poster presentation is expected. PHY 312 may be repeated if different experiments are carried out each time it is taken. The current advanced lab topics offered are:
Advanced Labs
- Optics and Holography: Review of lenses, mirrors, interference, diffraction, and their applications: Michelson and Mach-Zehder interferometers, Reflection and transmission holography.
- Modern Physics: A lab designed primarily around the important physics experiments of the last century: e/m ratio of the electron, photo-electric effect, Franck-Hertz effect, gamma ray spectroscopy, Zeeman effect, scanning tunneling microscope, hydrogen/deuterium spectrum, semiconductors.
- Special Lab Topics: With prior permission of the instructor, experiments, projects, or research of particular interest to the student may be arranged.
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PHY 313 - Computational Physics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 & PHY 132 or PHY 145 & PHY 146 , or instructor’s permission
A laboratory course helping students write their own programs to solve problems in physics by numerical methods. Results are expected to be obtained with sufficient care and detail to make the results comparable to quality research results. Typically, an independently designed project with an oral and/or a poster presentation is expected.
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PHY 331 - Physical Mechanics I, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 , PHY 132 or PHY 145 , PHY 146 , one year of calculus, or instructor’s permission
A one-semester course in classical mechanics as developed by Galileo, Kepler, Newton and their successors. The course includes a brief review of first year topics, but progresses quickly beyond the introductory level to include such topics as damped and driven oscillatory motion, velocity-dependent forces, non-cartesian coordinate systems, rigid body motion and two-body and central force motion, and, as time permits, Lagrangian mechanics.
Semesters Offered: PHY 331 is offered on an alternate year basis.
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PHY 341 - Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences, 3 credit hours
A one-semester lecture course which explores the principles and mathematical methods underlying a wide range of topics in physics. The course will focus on solving problems efficiently with the appropriate coordinates systems and mathematical techniques. Problems will be taken from various fields of physics, such as solid state physics, nuclear physics, thermodynamics, electrodynamics, statistical mechanics, and quantum mechanics. Mathematical techniques will include those which impact most directly on physics, typically including vector analysis, calculus of functions of several variables, functions of complex variables, Fourier series, and partial differential equations such as the wave and heat equations.
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PHY 361 - Electromagnetism, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 , PHY 132 or PHY 145 , PHY 146 , one year of calculus, or instructor’s permission
A study of electrostatics and magnetostatics. Includes topics dealing with the electric field and potential, dielectric materials, multipole expansions, the magnetic field, Laplaces equation, and Maxwells equations as time permits.
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PHY 362 - Physics of Waves, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 , PHY 132 or PHY 145 , PHY 146 , one year of calculus, or instructor’s permission
Vibrations and waves are universal phenomena that affect objects and processes from ordinary scales down to subatomic particles and up to cosmic proportions. This course studies oscillations in mechanical and electromagnetic systems. Mathematics of complex numbers, differential equations, Fourier analysis, and linear algebra are introduced as needed. The Python programming language is used to solve appropriate problems.
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PHY 371 - Thermal Physics, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 , PHY 132 or PHY 145 , PHY 146 , one year of calculus, or instructor’s permission
A one-semester lecture course investigating the basic principles and ideas of thermodynamics and statistical mechanic including entropy, enthalpy, temperature, and the thermodynamic potentials. The course explores how traditional thermodynamics is best understood by looking at its underlying statistical roots as found in the Boltzmann and Gibbs distributions. If needed, the course may include a brief review of introductory topics. The course is then expected to quickly move on to the investigation of such advanced topics as the Maxwell relations, Bose and Fermi statistics, Debye and Einstein solids, and the Clausius-Clapeyron relation. Spreadsheets are used to solve appropriate problems.
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PHY 372 - Quantum Physics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PHY 131 , PHY 132 or PHY 145 , PHY 146 , one year of calculus, or instructor’s permission
An introduction to the basic concepts and applications of quantum mechanics. Includes solutions to the Schrodinger wave equation in 1 and 3 dimensions. Potential wells, scattering, the hydrogen atom and elements of perturbation theory are among the topics normally covered.
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PHY 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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PHY 397 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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PHY 410 - Special Topics in Physics, 1-4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor required for registration.
An in-depth study of selected areas of physics not normally covered in the courses offered by the department and which may be associated with the department’s general education courses.
Semesters Offered: Offered only if there is sufficient demand.
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PHY 459 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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PHY 491 - Departmental Thesis/Project, Credit hours to be arranged
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PHY 492 - Departmental Thesis/Project, Credit hours to be arranged
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PHY 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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PHY 497 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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POL 101D - U.S. Government and Politics, 4 credit hours
Whether you are paying attention or not, politics affects your life. Debates about citizenship, equality, and the role of government are more important than ever. In this course, students will learn about the founding of the American democracy and the Constitution, civil liberties and civil rights, public opinion and the media, elections and voting, Congress, the Presidency, our courts, and how diversity and demographic changes affect all of these things. Much of the course will be spent discussing how politics impacts you and how you can participate more effectively and make the world a better place. This course is a “users guide” for your government.
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POL 102(I) - Concentration in Politics, 1-3 credit hours
A concentrated study of a particular aspect of politics, a particular ideology or issue, or a particular individual or group which has significance politically. The specific topic to be studied will be announced each semester in the course schedule by the professor teaching the section. Students may repeat the course and register for as many sections of POL 102(I) as they wish, as long as they do not repeat the same topic.
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POL 131 - Democracy and Citizenship, 4 credit hours
This course introduces students to the theory and practice of active citizenship in a democracy.
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POL 202 - Major Policy Issues, 1-3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D
An introduction to the study of major policy issues facing the American system today. The issues examined include such matters as energy and the environment, national defense, elections, agricultural subsidies, health care, civil rights, budget deficits, affirmative action, and other matters of national concern.
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POL 207 - Introduction to Law, 3 credit hours
This course is a broad exploration of the American legal system and law. The topics covered are very similar to what students would encounter during the first year of law school: legal writing, an introduction to criminal and civil procedure, torts, contracts, business law, and constitutional law. A major part of this course is devoted to providing students with the opportunity to practice critical thinking, logical reasoning, and writing skills.
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POL 211I - International Politics, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required for all majors
A study of the major concepts in international politics and their application to the events of the postwar world, particularly the Cold War and its aftermath, the North-South split and increasing interdependence. Emphasis is on the forces which motivate states to act and the possibilities for increasing conflict or cooperation. Attention is also given to the United Nations and to various regional organizations like the European Union.
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POL 215I - United Nations, 2 credit hours
A study of the growth, activities and processes of political influence in the United Nations and its relation to the larger international political setting within which they function. This course or POL 315I is required for participants in the BW Model UN Team.
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POL 216IX - International Organizations: Case Studies, 1-3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): POL 215I or POL 315I or INT 200I or INT 250I
An illustration of the factors determining the behavior or potential behavior of individual nations at the United Nations. This course serves as specific preparation for Model United Nations team participants. May be repeated if countries differ.
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POL 221I - Intro to Comparative Politics, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required for all majors
A comparative examination of selected government systems illustrating the variety of political systems in the world today.
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POL 240 - Research Design and Methods, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required for all majors
A study of political science methods of research and analysis with an emphasis on how those techniques can be applied to contemporary political issues. The course investigates the ways political scientists understand the political environment.
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POL 250 - Government & Politics in Latin America, 3 credit hours
This course is an introduction to the study of Latin America’s political development, its historical background and contemporary problems. This course counts toward the Latin American Studies Minor.
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POL 259 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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POL 263(I, D) - Seminar in Political Science, 1-3 credit hours
An examination of selected topics in the field of political science. May be repeated for credit, depending on the topic of the specific seminar.
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POL 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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POL 297 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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POL 301 - Congress, The Presidency, and Elections, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131
This course is an in-depth exploration of Congress, the presidency, and how the people who hold those offices are elected. The primary theme of this course is: politics is math. If you really want to understand anything that happens in Washington, you need to know how to count, or hire someone who can. Many people argue that Washington is “broken.” Are we really facing a crisis in our national political institutions? This course fulfills the Writing Extension requirement for the Core.
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POL 303 - Public Policy and Administration, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D
An exploration of the processes by which public policy develops and how public agencies function. Students learn about organizational behavior and fiscal and personnel management through study of a broad range of policy areas, including law enforcement, national security, healthcare, education, and sustainability.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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POL 304D - Urban Policy and Politics, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D
An examination of the policy problems facing American cities and suburbs, and the politics involved in addressing these issues. Attention is given to metropolitan problems as well as the relationships among governments at the local level and those at the state and national levels in the United States.
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POL 305D - Women, Politics, and Law, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D
The evolution of the political and legal status of women in the United States has not been a slow steady march of progress: this history is not linear. The status of American women is intertwined in complex ways with the history of blacks, gays and lesbians, and other marginalized groups. From multiple perspectives, we will explore how gender affects elections, how women impact policy making, and how the Supreme Court has shaped the struggle for equality.
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POL 306 - Social Media and Politics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Core Math
This course examines the impact of information technology on politics, including public opinion; campaigns and elections; social capital; political participation, information gathering and political knowledge; social movements; collective action; and security. Importantly, this course will draw on cutting-edge research in political science, communications, sociology, and computer science to examine important political phenomena from a variety of perspectives.
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POL 307 - Constitutional Law, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D or American history
The US Constitution is the oldest written constitution on the planet, and is, in many ways, our secular religion; Americans revere it, and we have been arguing over what it means for over two centuries. This class will explore a wide variety of constitutional issues that address the powers and relationships between the legislative, executive and judicial branches, and the federal and state governments. For example, how can states legalize pot when this violates federal law? How far can the President push national security powers? How has the Supreme Court shaped “the rules of the game?” This course is highly recommended for students interested in law school.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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POL 308D - Civil Rights and Liberties, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D or American history
We take our constitutional rights for granted, but the civil rights and liberties we enjoy today have not always been recognized by the Supreme Court. In this class, from multiple perspectives, we will explore the evolution of the Bill of Rights, focusing on the 1st and 14th amendments. For example, how has the application of the equal protection clause been applied to race, sex, and sexuality? What does freedom of speech mean in the digital age? Does a large wooden cross along a public road violate the establishment clause? And what about those Christmas trees your town puts up every December? This class is highly recommended for students interested in law school or work in the criminal justice system.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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POL 310 - U.S. Political Economy, 3 credit hours
This course addresses issues and debates in political economy in the context of U.S. public policy including, for example, inequality, welfare, markets, (un)employment, and monetary and fiscal policy.
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POL 311I - American Foreign Policy, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 101D or POL 211I
The course will focus on post-war American foreign policy and the changing international environment in which the U.S. finds itself. We will explore what America’s foreign policy has been since 1945 with emphasis on the Cold War and its aftermath as a global phenomenon with continuing impact today. We will also survey America’s position in the world and the challenges faced by the Trump administration including the changing nature of threats from potential powers like China and Russia, from a variety of non-state actors and from economic, environmental, social and technological forces in an era of globalization.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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POL 314I - Comparative Foreign Relations, 3 credit hours
Notes: Recommended background: POL 211I
A study of foreign policies of various states with an emphasis on those of the major foreign powers. The course examines both the substance of policy and the process of policy formulation. Consult Course Schedule for specific countries.
Semesters Offered: Offered alternate years.
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