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PHL 355 - Action Theory
Sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3)
Examination of classic and contemporary attempts to explain the processes of intentional (willful) human bodily movements. Various questions concerning the agent’s wants beliefs about his actions, responsibility for actions, and role (if any) causal determinism plays in human action. Reading of works by Aristotle, Aquinas, Hume, Wittgenstien, Strawson, Anscombe, Searle, Davidson, Taylor and others. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 360 - Metaethics
At least junior standing, or consent of instructor. (3)
Questions about the nature and grounds for ethical beliefs; study of the concepts (such as right, good, free will) and methods of justification found in ethical theories. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHL 361 - History of Ethics
At least junior standing; one from PHL 101 , PHL 162 , PHL 165 , PHL 167 /WGS 167 , PHL 168 , PHL 170 , PHL 202 , PHL 203 /AFA 203 , PHL 271 , or another PHL course with override from department secretary; or consent of instructor. (3)
The study of goodness and of right action, moral principles, and individual responsibility, focusing on major historical ethical theorists such as Aristotle, Hume, Kant, Bentham, and Mill. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 362 - Philosophy of Law
Sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3)
Nature and justification of judicial decision and just law; examination of criminal, civil (tort and property) and constitutional law. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 366 - Philosophy of Art
Sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3)
Philosophical study of feelings, concepts and judgments arising from the appreciation of art or beautiful things. Classical questions in aesthetics such as “What is a work of art?” and “Is beauty connected to moral virtue?” addressed through works from the Western and Eastern traditions and critiques of the Western tradition. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 368 - Social and Political Philosophy
At least junior standing; one from PHL 101 , PHL 162 , PHL 165 , PHL 167 /WGS 167 , PHL 168 , PHL 170 , PHL 202 , PHL 203 /AFA 203 , PHL 271 , or another PHL course with override from department secretary; or consent of instructor. (3)
Philosophical consideration of fundamental social and political questions. Nature of law and the state; the grounds of political authority and the justification of revolution; concepts of justice, freedom and punishment; philosophical foundations of the political ideologies of fascism, democracy, and communism. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 372 - Philosophy in Film
At least junior standing or consent of instructor. (3)
Philosophical ideas as expressed in film and literature. Screenplays, original sources, and analytic articles considered. Also listed as THE 372 . Graded ABCDE
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PHL 373 - Philosophy in Literature
At least junior standing or consent of instructor. (3)
Examination of philosophical ideas and problems as they occur in works of literature. May focus on major authors such as Dostoevsky and Camus, or on philosophical ideas such as good and evil, freedom or personal identity. Also listed as ENG 373 . Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHL 376 - Existentialism
At least junior standing, or consent of instructor. (3)
Subject matter (the subjective, particular, existing individual) approached by such existentialist philosophers as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Sartre, De Beauvoir and Camus through consideration of such topics as the nature of values, the meaning of living authentically and inauthentically, the fact of one’s own death, and the notions of freedom and responsibility. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHL 380 - 20th Century Philosophy
At least junior standing; one from PHL 101 , PHL 162 , PHL 165 , PHL 167 /WGS 167 , PHL 168 , PHL 170 , PHL 202 , PHL 203 /AFA 203 , PHL 271 , or another PHL course with override from department secretary; or consent of instructor. (3)
Major philosophers of the twentieth century and major types of philosophy, both analytic and existential. Such figures as Russell, Moore, Wittgenstein, Austin, the logical positivists, and the existentialists. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHL 386 - Gender Theory
(Formerly PHL 486). A PHL or WGS course; or consent of instructor. (3)
Exploration of major theories about gender. Focus on intersections of race/ethnicity, class and gender in the formation of identities and reproduction of inequality. Theories explored include Marxist-Feminism, Psychoanalytic Feminism, Queer Theory, Post Modern Feminism. Also listed as WGS 386 . Graded ABCDE
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PHL 391 - Directed Readings in Philosophy
Six credits in philosophy, consent of instructor. (1-3)
To be arranged. Offered only under special circumstances and when regular course offerings do not cover the material proposed for study. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 479 - Selected Topics in Moral Philosophy
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
In-depth study of selected contemporary accounts of moral philosophy such as communitarianism, ethics and literature, virtue theory, or feminist ethics; or of particular topics such as justice, moral character and happiness. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 480 - Selected Topics in Legal Theory
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
In-depth study of selected contemporary accounts of legal theory such as jurisprudence, criminal law, tort law or constitutional law; or contemporary criticisms of legal theory made by critical legal studies scholars, Marxists or feminists. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 481 - Contemporary Issues in Metaphysics
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
Nature of reality studied through the works of selected modern and contemporary philosophers. Topics or questions arising in contemporary discussions of metaphysics. Possible topics: existence of universals and particulars, use of language in philosophy, nature of existence. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHL 483 - Contemporary Issues in Philosophy of Mind
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
In-depth study of significant research by one or more contemporary philosophers. Such topics as the mind/body problem, intentionality, the problem of other minds, introspection, consciousness, computational models of mind. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHL 484 - Selected Topics in the History of Philosophy
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
Selected issues and figures in the history of philosophy. Topic announced in course schedule. May be repeated with consent of instructor if no topic is repeated. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 485 - Selected Topics in Political Theory
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
In-depth study, of particular political thinkers (e.g., Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Mill, Marx, Rawls) or schools (e.g., social contractarians, Marxists, communitarians), or of particular topics and their treatment in contemporary literature (e.g., political obligation, status of indigenous cultures, justice, liberty, equality). Graded ABCDE
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PHL 489 - Selected Topics in Philosophy
Nine credits in philosophy or PHL 300 or consent of instructor. (3)
Intensive study of selected philosophers or problems of contemporary interest. Topic announced prior to registration. May be reelected when topics vary. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 491 - Directed Readings in Philosophy
Nine credits in philosophy, consent of instructor. (1-3)
To be arranged. Offered only under special circumstances and when regular course offerings do not cover the material proposed for study. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHL 494 - Off-Campus Study Preparation
PR: HON 155 or HON 355 . (1-3)
Independent study course designed for the development of the Honors Program off-campus study proposal, carried out in close consultation with the both the Department Advisor and the Honors Director. Involves development of the project and/or the necessary skills to undertake the off-campus study experience. Grade assigned by the department advisor when the off-campus study proposal is completed to the satisfaction of the department advisor and the Honors Director. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHL 495 - Honors Thesis I
Consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in philosophy. (4)
Credit and grade for PHL 495 is not given until successful completion of PHL 496. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHL 496 - Honors Thesis II
Prior or concurrent election of PHL 495 and consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in philosophy. (4)
Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHL 499 - Philosophy Capstone
At least junior standing. Open to non-philosophy majors with consent of instructor. (3) CAP
Investigation of a philosophical problem in a particular area of student interest under the direction of a Philosophy Department faculty member; completion of a master project in philosophy and a seminar presentation. Graded ABCDE
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PHL 510 - Philosophy of Education
Graduate standing. (3)
Examination of central philosophical issues in education, both in terms of classic figures such as Plato, Rousseau, and Dewey and/or enduring contemporary issues such as what should be taught, why do we educate, issues in education involving race, gender, and class, and assumptions behind current educational movements. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 210 - Public Health and the Engaged Citizen
(3) HW
Introduction to the interdisciplinary field of public health and its importance for an engaged citizen. The public health workforce and the organization of public health systems which protect and improve community health by the prevention, detection and treatment of disease. Topics include health disparities, public health preparedness, global health. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 251 - Public Health Seminar
ENG 112 or EHS 120 , PHS 210 ; admission to the BS in Public Health program. (1)
Concepts and skills for students preparing for internships and employment in the field of Public Health. Professional development topics including networking and membership in professional organizations; Public Health competencies and domains. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 309 - Motivational Interviewing
ENG 112 or EHS 120 or equivalent; at least junior standing. (3)
Introduction to basic principles of motivational interviewing that can be utilized by many disciplines (e.g. counseling, health education, nursing, and social work) to build motivation and strengthen commitment of individuals to resolve behavior change to impact their health and overall quality of life. Active listening, use of open-ended questions, use of affirmations, and summarizing skills are applied to real world scenarios to help students better understand and acquire techniques necessary in conducting motivational interviews. Utilization of trans-theoretical model of change to assess readiness to change. Experiential learning in performing actual interviews. Also listed as SWR 309 . Graded ABCDE
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PHS 315 - Introduction to Epidemiology
At least junior standing, HCR 300 , MTH 090 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher within last 5 years or placement into MTH 111 or higher on UM-Flint Math Department placement exam within last 5 years. PHS 347 or equivalent strongly recommended. Online section(s) only restricted to Health Care Administration (BS). (3) FQ
Basic concepts and tools necessary to describe and understand how diseases are distributed in populations. Emphasis on levels of prevention, risk factors, and study designs. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 331 - Global Health
HCR 300 or consent of instructor. (3) GS
Issues in public health from a global perspective. Diseases and health conditions common to developing countries and factors which affect them, including epidemiology and social, economic and political considerations. Identification of appropriate interventions for improving health conditions in the developing world. Global burden of disease, current measurement issues of health and disability and the impact of diminishing resources on health and patterns of AIDS and other diseases of pandemic proportion are addressed. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 347 - Public Health Statistics
HCR 300 ; MTH 090 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or placement into MTH 111 , MTH 120 , MTH 121 . Proficiency with intermediate algebra recommended; no prior knowledge of statistics required. Online section(s) only restricted to Health Care Administration (BS) and Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) students. (3)
Fundamental statistical concepts related to the practice of public health: descriptive statistics, probability, sampling, statistical distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, chi-square tests, simple and multiple linear regressions, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Laboratory problems based on public health data. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 385 - Topics in Our Public’s Health
(1-3)
Current hot topics and issues in public health. Topics announced before each course offering. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 388 - Directed Studies in Public Health
Consent of instructor. (1-3)
Research on a specific problem in public health. May be reelected to a total of 12 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 390 - Health Sciences Capstone
Concentration in Health Sciences; COM 210 , ENG 345 , HCR 304 , HCR 362 , PHS 315 ; senior standing. (3) CAP
Interdisciplinary capstone requiring active learning, critiquing, applying acquired academic knowledge while addressing major issues; researching and selecting data; analyzing, applying knowledge; developing creative workable solutions that are intellectually defensible. Includes logic models, program planning, system analysis, self evaluation, a health improvement grant proposal and formal presentation. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 394 - Special Topics in Public Health
At least junior standing. (1-3)
Current research topics and issues in public health. Topics announced before each course offering. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 409 - Health Navigator Practicum for Public Health Science
Consent of instructor. (3)
Application of assessment and intervention methods learned in health navigator curriculum. Synthesis of theoretical health navigation knowledge with application of skills in a community setting. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 420 - Introduction to Environmental Health
ENG 112 or EHS 120 ; at least junior standing. (3) HW
Systematic approach to the understanding of and control measures for the major environmental health problems of the twenty-first century in industrialized and developing countries. Reviews health issues, explores basic scientific understandings of causes, and examines current and possible future approaches to control. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 421 - Occupational Health and Safety
ENG 112 or EHS 120 ; at least junior standing. (3) HW
Introduction to the nature of work-related disease and injuries in the United States. Noise, radiation, ergonomic, biological and chemical hazards discussed in terms of recognition, assessment, and control of workplace hazards. Current regulations, standards, personal protective equipment, monitoring equipment, and career opportunities. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 440 - Assessment for Human Service Providers
At least junior standing. (3)
Skill development in assessing person-in-environment throughout the life cycle. Study of the interaction of biopsychosocial, cultural and systemic influences upon human functioning. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 467 - Health Information Management
At least sophomore standing; HCR 300 or consent of instructor. Open only to students in the Health Care Administration Minor, Health Care Administration Program (BS), Health Information Systems Minor, Nursing UG Certificate in Leadership and Management, and Public Health Program (BS). (3)
Review of data collection, maintenance, quality and standards, to facilitate the ever-growing use of big data to support clinician and population health in the healthcare industry as it continuously shifts to electronic health record systems. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 490 - Public Health Practice/Capstone
Senior standing, select courses (see department), consent of instructor. (3) CAP
Internship in a public health agency, designed for application of knowledge and skills. Interns observe and participate in agency activities under supervision of both agency and University staff. Associated seminar for professional development and discussion of on-site experiences. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 491 - Advanced Public Health Practice/Capstone
Public Health major, senior standing, select courses (see department); consent of instructor. (3) CAP
Capstone experience for students currently working in a public health setting in positions with responsibilities beyond those of an PHS 490 internship experience. Students apply skills and knowledge in a public health agency in areas outside of their current experience in the field. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 492 - Public Health Internship Extension
Prior or concurrent election of PHS 490 or PHS 491 ; at least senior standing; consent of instructor. (1-3)
Extension of internship experience with a public health agency. Internship experiences and related readings discussed in seminars. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 500 - Social Determinants of Health
Graduate standing. (3)
The complex and dynamic relationships between social environment and health; how social determinants and socioeconomic resources impact health and health inequity; distribution of wealth and power in both health and health care; potential interventions to address inequities. Social integration, gradient, position, and capital; place and neighborhood; discrimination. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 501 - Public Health Administration and Policy
Graduate standing. (3)
Historical and contemporary developments in public health as a framework for administration of public health practice. Organization and development of the public health delivery system, law and ethics in public health management, legislative reform, financing, human resources, use of public health data, information systems, disaster preparedness and surveillance. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 503 - Welcome to Public Health
Graduate standing. (1)
Foundational knowledge for the profession and science of public health, including the broad scope of social determinants which impact human health. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 504 - Ethical Issues in Public Health
Graduate standing. (3)
Application of ethical principles to a broad range of local and global public health issues. Discussion of the intersection of social, political, economic and ethical conflicts to resolve common ethical issues and challenges resulting from work within diverse economic, political and cultural contexts, including vulnerable populations. Addresses questions of autonomy, individual rights, coercion, justice, community, and the common good. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 507 - Introduction to SPSS
Graduate standing. (1)
Implementation of SPSS routines to address common biostatistical and epidemiological questions. May be reelected to a total of 2 credits. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
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PHS 508 - Introduction to Biostatistics
Graduate standing. (1)
Overview of biostatistical concepts in relation to the study of public health issues. Connections to public health questions and epidemiological concepts. Materials focusing on foundational mathematical issues. May be reelected to a total of 2 credits. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Offered infrequently.
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PHS 509 - Motivational Interviewing
Graduate standing. (3)
Introduction to basic principles of motivational interviewing that can be utilized by many disciplines (e.g. counseling, health education, nursing, and social work) to build motivation and strengthen commitment of individuals to resolve behavior change to impact their health and overall quality of life. Active listening, use of open-ended questions, use of affirmations, and summarizing skills are applied to real world scenarios to help students better understand and acquire techniques necessary in conducting motivational interviews. Utilization of trans-theoretical model of change to assess readiness to change. Experiential learning in performing actual interviews. Not open to students with credit forPHS 309/SWR 309. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 510 - Introduction to Epidemiology
Graduate standing. (1)
Overview of epidemiological concepts in relation to the study of public health issues. Connections to theoretical and biostatistical concepts; materials focusing on foundational topics. May be reelected to a total of 2 credits. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 520 - Environmental Health
Admission to MPH or MSHE programs or consent of instructor. Basic (high-school level) understanding of human biology and chemistry recommended. (3)
Overview of the impact of physical environmental factors on human health. Includes topics such as air and water pollution, climate change and globalization, methods to assess risk and prevent exposure, policies to address risk reduction. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 531 - Global Health
Graduate standing. (3)
Issues in public health from a global perspective. Diseases and health conditions common to developing countries and factors which affect them, including epidemiology and social, economic and political considerations. Identification of appropriate interventions for improving health conditions in the developing world. Global burden of disease, current measurement issues of health and disability and the impact of diminishing resources on health and patterns of AIDS and other diseases of pandemic proportion are addressed. Not open to students with credit forPHS 331 . Graded ABCDE
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PHS 540 - Assessment for Human Service Providers
Graduate standing. (3)
Skill development in assessing person-in-environment throughout the life cycle. Study of the interaction of biopsychosocial, cultural and systemic influences upon human functioning. Not open to students with credit forPHS 440 . Graded ABCDE
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PHS 550 - Interprofessional Education in Public Health
Graduate standing. (2)
Interprofessional education focusing on multi-disciplinary health professions. Students engage with students from other disciplines to discuss improving patient care, population health and health care costs, and explore the art and science of teamwork, communication skills, cultural competency, ethics, evidence-based practice, healthcare disparities and social determinants of health in an interprofessional context. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 552 - Epidemiology and Public Health for Practitioners
Admission to the Physician Assistant MS program. (2)
Concepts of epidemiology, public health, health promotion and disease prevention, with a focus on the role of health providers in the prevention of disease and maintenance of population health. Disease surveillance, reporting and intervention; health care delivery systems and health policy; health disparities and medical care for diverse populations. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 562 - Cultural Competence for Public Health Practice
(Formerly HED 562). Graduate standing. (3)
Knowledge, self-awareness, and skills required to address social justice and health equity in diverse communities locally and globally. Application of cultural lens for effective health communication, policy analysis, and public health interventions and advocacy using videos, in-class practice exercises, readings, self-reflection journals and dialogue. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 567 - Health Information Management for Administrators
Graduate standing. (3)
Examination of how in a health care industry increasingly moving from paper to electronic medical records with new functionality for reporting big data can give administrators insight to strategically plan for the future of healthcare for their communities. Review of data needed to facilitate healthcare and how this data can be used to strategically manage and lead change from improvement of care to reduction of costs. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 584 - Special Topics in Public Health
Graduate standing. (1-3)
Current research topics and issues in public health. Topics announced before each course offering. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 585 - Topics in Our Public’s Health
(1-3)
Current hot topics and issues in public health. Topics announced before each course offering. Not open to students with credit forPHS 385. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE
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PHS 588 - Independent Study in Public Health
Consent of instructor. Open only to students in Public Health or other graduate-level health care programs. (1-3)
Directed reading or research on a topic relevant to public health, under instructor’s supervision, by special arrangement only. May be reelected to a total of 12 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 590 - Public Health Applied Practice Experience
Completion of MPH core and concentration courses, consent of instructor. (2-3)
Students demonstrate mastery of public health coursework through application to real world public health challenges in selected applied settings. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 591 - Public Health Internship Continuation
Graduate standing; prior or concurrent election of PHS 590 ; consent of instructor. (1-3)
Continuation of internship experience in a public health setting. Internship experiences and related readings discussed in seminars. PHS 590 and PHS 591, together, may be elected to a total of 6 credits. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 595 - Public Health Integrative Learning Experience
Completion of MPH core and concentration courses, consent of instructor. (2-3)
A culminating experience which demonstrates proficiency in required competencies through synthesis and integration of MPH coursework and related learning experiences to address a community-based public health issue. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHS 597 - Public Health ILE Continuation
Consent of instructor. (1)
Continuation of integrated learning experience (ILE) preparation. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
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PHY 100 - Introductory Laboratory
Consent of instructor. (1) N, NL
Introductory laboratory for transfer students with credit for a lecture-only course equivalent to the lecture portion of one of: PHY 143, PHY 145. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Also listed as AST 100 . Graded Pass/Fail
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PHY 110 - Conceptual Physics by Inquiry Method
Prior or concurrent election of MTH 090 or higher with a grade of C (2.0) or better or equivalent as determined by math placement. (4) N, NL
Selected topics from motion, energy, electricity, sound, and optics, presented in a laboratory setting. Useful for students who desire more preparation before taking a standard course in college physics. Material and hands-on learning methods are especially appropriate for students who plan to teach in an elementary or middle school. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 143 - College Physics I
MTH 111 or higher with a grade of C (2.0) or better or placement into MTH 120 or higher on math placement exam. Prior completion of MTH 120 is recommended. PHY 110 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or qualifying score on physics placement exam or consent of instructor. (4) N, NL
Motion in one dimension, Newton’s Laws, momentum and impulse, work and energy, rotational motion, mechanical waves. Fluid dynamics, heat, temperature, thermodynamics. 5 hours of studio instruction per week. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 145 - College Physics II
PHY 143 or PHY 243 with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (4) N, NL
Electricity, magnetism, direct and alternating circuits, light, optical instruments, and brief introduction to atomic and nuclear phenomena. Five hours of studio instruction per week. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 153 - Physical Science by Instrumentation I
MTH 111 or higher with a grade of C (2.0) or better or placement into MTH 118 or higher on math placement exam; prior completion of MTH 118 recommended. PHY 110 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or qualifying score on physics placement exam or consent of instructor. (4) N/NL
Inquiry lab-driven development of concepts and reasoning in physical science. Introduction to principles in motion, work and energy, matter, circuits, light waves and optics. 5 hours of studio instruction per week. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 155 - Physical Science by Instrumentation II
MTH 111 or higher with a grade of C (2.0) or better or placement into MTH 118 or higher on math placement exam; prior completion of MTH 118 recommended. PHY 110 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or qualifying score on physics placement exam or consent of instructor. (4) (N/NL.)
Inquiry lab-driven development of concepts and reasoning in physical science. Introduction to forces and dynamics, fluids, heat, temperature, thermodynamics, electrical and magnetic forces and energy content, and brief introduction into atomic and nuclear physics. 5 hours of studio instruction per week. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 200 - Intermediate Laboratory
Consent of instructor. (1) N, NL
Intermediate laboratory for transfer students with credit for a lecture-only course equivalent to the lecture portion of PHY 243 or PHY 245. May be reelected to a total of 2 credits. Graded Pass/Fail
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PHY 243 - Principles of Physics I
MTH 121 or higher with a grade of C (2.0) or better or concurrent election of MTH 121 or equivalent as determined by math placement exam. Prior completion of MTH 121 is recommended. PHY 110 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or qualifying score on physics placement exam or consent of instructor. (5) N, NL
Mechanics, heat and sound. Calculus-based course for students concentrating in chemistry, engineering, mathematics or physics. 6 hours of studio instruction per week. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 245 - Principles of Physics II
PHY 243 with a grade of C (2.0) or better, MTH 122 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or concurrent election of MTH 122 . (5) N, NL
Electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Continuation of PHY 243 for students concentrating in chemistry, engineering, mathematics or physics. Six hours of studio instruction per week. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 250 - Introduction to Computer-based Mathematics
MTH 122 with a grade of C (2.0) or better, concurrent election of MTH 122 , or consent of instructor. (1)
Interactive use of computer-based mathematics systems, with emphasis on syntax and visualization. Examples drawn primarily from the disciplines of science, engineering, and mathematics. Also listed as MTH 250 . Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
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PHY 291 - Supervised Study in Physics
Consent of instructor. (1-3)
Laboratory work or study of the literature on designated problems chosen by the student in consultation with a faculty supervisor. May be reelected to a total of four credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHY 333 - Advanced Physics Laboratory I
PHY 343 and MTH 222 , each with a grade of C (2.0) or better, or concurrent election of PHY 343 and MTH 222 , or consent of instructor. (3)
Advanced experiments and measurement methods chosen from topics in classical and modern physics. In consultation with the instructor, students select from a variety of experiments. Lectures on data handling. Lecture and laboratory weekly. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHY 343 - Modern Physics
PHY 245 with a grade of C (2.0) or better; MTH 222 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or concurrent election of MTH 222 . (3)
Topics selected from: special relativity, Rutherford-Bohr atom, black body radiation, pair production, Compton effect, deBroglie waves, complementarity, uncertainty principles, Schrödinger equation and applications, Zeeman effect, atomic and molecular spectra, X-ray spectra and diffraction; nuclear properties, forces, and models, radioactivity, nuclear transmutations, accelerators, elementary particles. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 344 - Classical Mechanics
PHY 245 ; MTH 220 , MTH 222 ; MTH 303 or MTH 305 , all with grades of C (2.0) or better, or consent of instructor. (3)
Newtonian and Lagrangian mechanics in one, two, and three dimensions. Motion under a central force; damped and undamped harmonic oscillators; conservation laws of mechanics; inertial and accelerated reference frames; introduction to Hamiltonian mechanics. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 351 - Thermal Physics
PHY 343 with a grade of C (2.0) or better, or consent of instructor. (3)
Thermal properties of matter, equations of state, first and second laws of thermodynamics, entropy, kinetic theory, statistical mechanics, quantum statistics. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 354 - Optics
PHY 245 , MTH 220 or MTH 303 , MTH 222 , each with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3)
Geometrical and wave optics. Topics selected from: refraction, reflection, polarization, dispersion, interference, diffraction, birefringence, scattering, and absorption and emission of photons. Also listed as EGR 354 . Graded ABCDE
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PHY 367 - Intermediate Electricity and Magnetism
PHY 245 ; MTH 222 ; MTH 220 and MTH 305 , or MTH 303 ; all with a grade of C (2.0) or better; or consent of instructor. (3)
Electrostatics and magnetostatics. Time-dependent electromagnetic fields. Behavior of dielectric and magnetic media. Introduction to Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic radiation. Also listed as EGR 367 . Graded ABCDE
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PHY 374 - Quantum Mechanics
PHY 343 ; MTH 220 , MTH 222 ; MTH 303 or MTH 305 , all with grades of C (2.0) or better, or consent of instructor. Prior or concurrent election of MTH 357 recommended. (4)
Development of the mathematical formalism and application of Schrödinger’s equation in one, two, and three dimensions. Quantum mechanical treatment of angular momentum and spin. Approximation techniques. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 375 - Solid State Physics
PHY 343 ; MTH 222 ; MTH 220 and MTH 305 , or MTH 303 ; all with a grade of C (2.0) or better; or consent of instructor. (3)
Crystal structure, diffraction by crystals, thermal properties, dielectric properties; free electron theory of metals, band theory, semi-conductors, magnetism, magnetic resonances, defects, superconductivity. Also listed as EGR 376 . Graded ABCDE
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PHY 391 - Independent Study
Consent of instructor (To be arranged). (1-3)
Laboratory study or study of current literature on a special problem. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHY 392 - Special Topics in Physics
Prerequisite determined based on topic. (1-4)
Special topic of interest not offered in another course and announced in the course schedule. May be reelected for credit when topics vary. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 433 - Advanced Physics Laboratory II
Consent of instructor. (1-3) CAP
Original problems selected and pursued in consultation with the instructor. Serves as the capstone for the Physics General Program (BA) and the Physics General Program (BS) when elected for 3 credits. May be reelected to a total of four credits. Also listed as EGR 433 . Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHY 470 - Advanced Topics in Physics
See course schedule for prerequisites. (1-4)
Topics of interest in physics that are not offered on a regular basis, announced in the course schedule. Various offerings of the course may treat different topics. May be reelected to a total of eight credits. Graded ABCDE
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PHY 494 - Off Campus Study Preparation
HON 155 or HON 355 ; consent of program advisor and Honors Director. (1-3)
Independent study for the development of the Honors Program off-campus study proposal carried out in close consultation with both the program advisor and the Honors Director. Involves development of the project and/or necessary skills to undertake the off-campus study experience. Grade assigned by the program advisor when the off-campus study proposal is completed to the satisfaction of the program advisor and the Honors Director. May be reelected for a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHY 495 - Honors Thesis I
Consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in physics. (4)
Credit and grade for PHY 495 is not given until successful completion of PHY 496. Graded ABCDE/Y
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PHY 496 - Honors Thesis II
Prior or concurrent election of PHY 495 and consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in physics. (4)
Graded ABCDE/Y
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POL 120 - U.S. National Government and Politics
(3) S
Theory and practice of democratic government in the United States and the institutions and processes of American government as manifestations of democratic values. Representative democracy, federalism, the Presidency, Congress, the Courts, political parties, interest groups and voting as expressions of, and at times contradictions to, democratic values. Graded ABCDE
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POL 190 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
(3) GS
Study of political systems from different parts of the world; institutional components of political systems (such as government and political parties); evaluation of the relationship between social structure and political activity; and introduction to concepts, approaches, and methods used in political science. Graded ABCDE
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POL 215 - Democracy in the Digital Age
(3) S
Exploration of the challenges and opportunities faced by democratic political practice in the digital age. Examination of theoretic frameworks provided by classical theorists, and of the contemporary impact of digital technologies on public discourse, institutions, the regulation of markets, and possibilities for political contestation. Graded ABCDE
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POL 230 - International Relations
(3) GS
Introduction to major concepts and theories of international relations. The role of the state and non-state actors in international affairs. Problems of war and peace, globalization, and development. Also listed as INT 230 . Graded ABCDE
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POL 235 - Global Energy
(3) GS
Global energy demand, consumption and supply and its impact on social, environmental and political changes. Analysis of traditional and alternate sources of energy production such as coal, oil, nuclear, hydroelectric, wind and solar. Development and use of alternate energy systems in different parts of the world; government policies, regulations and choices related to energy use and conservation. Also listed as EGR 235 . Graded ABCDE
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POL 261 - Introduction to Political Theory
(3) S
Introduction to the thinking about political issues from a theoretical perspective. Canonical texts such as Plato’s Republic and Machiavelli’s The Prince, read in juxtaposition with contemporary texts illuminating their contemporary relevance. Graded ABCDE
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POL 301 - Research Seminar in Politics and Policy
At least junior standing; POL 120 , POL 190 ; a 300-level POL course; or consent of instructor. (3) CAP
Development and completion of a research project on politics and public affairs. Critical reading and writing skills, constructing research problems and questions, the identification of relevant source materials, assessment of the analytic strategies and methods used in systematic research, and the development of appropriate research designs and strategies. Graded ABCDE
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POL 303 - Politics and Public Policy
POL 120 or consent of instructor. (3)
Examination of the policy process: how public policy is made, which problems and conditions are selected for consideration, and what approaches are used to address issues of public concern. Policymaking examined from a variety of perspectives including the roles of public and private institutions, interest groups, and grassroots movements. Graded ABCDE
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POL 304 - Black Social and Political Movements
AFA 101 or a course in political science or consent of instructor. (3) US
Examination of issues of civil and political rights such as the Voting Rights Act, segregation, gender and ethnic relations in the US, and implications for democracy. Key Supreme Court decisions such as Brown v. Board and contributions of civil rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Thurgood Marshall and Rosa Parks discussed in the broader context of African American and diaspora experiences. Also listed as AFA 304 . Graded ABCDE
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