Department: Science and Mathematics

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BIOL1050 General Biology I An introduction to cellular and molecular biology and genetics. It will discuss the experimental nature of biology, the chemical bases and energy needs of life, and the passing on of life's characteristics. Lecture and laboratory.
BIOL1055 Introduction to Organisms This is one semester of a two-semester full year core course in biology. This semester we begin by studying the importance of evolution as the basic organizing principle of biology. We then consider the biology of the whole organism, focusing on the...
BIOL1056 Biological Concepts Introduces students to the major concepts that define the science of Biology. Topics include cell structure and function, a review of the major animal and plant groups, ecosystems, and the theory of evolution by natural selection. Lecture and labora...
BIOL1057 Life Sciences for Educators This course introduces the fundamental concepts of biological science as designed in the Massachusetts Subject Matter Knowledge Standards. Topics include: scientific inquiry, ecology, microbial, plant and animal physiology and evolution, biological c...
BIOL1060 General Biology II A continuation of BIOL 1050. The second semester will be an introduction to organismal biology. It will explore the diversity and beauty of living organisms, emphasizing their structure, function, and interrelationships. Lecture and laboratory. L...
BIOL1065 Intro to Molecules and Cells This is one half of a full-year course introducing the overarching themes of Biology. This semester, we will focus on the smallest unit of life – cells, and the molecules that comprise cell structure and function. We will begin with a discussion of c...
BIOL1070 Anatomy and Physiology I Explores the profound logic and beauty inherent in the construction and workings of the human body. It will explore the interrelated systems of the body and how they contribute answers to nature's challenges. Topics covered in the first semester inc...
BIOL1075 Anatomy and Physiology I Explores the profound logic and beauty inherent in the construction and workings of the human body. It will explore the interrelated systems of the body and how they contribute answers to nature's challenges. Topics covered in the first semester wi...
BIOL1080 Anatomy and Physiology II The second part of a two-semester investigation. In this semester, we will discuss the following systems: digestive, respiratory, circulatory, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive. Lecture and laboratory. Fee
BIOL1085 Anatomy and Physiology II The second semester of an introductory course in human anatomy and physiology. We will study several of the major organ systems of the human body, including the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems.
BIOL1175 Lab: Anatomy & Physiology I Introduces students to the laboratory techniques involved in the practical examination of the topics presented in A&P I lectures. Techniques involve microscopy, dissection and experimentation. Fee.
BIOL1185 Lab: Anatomy & Physiology II Introduces students to the laboratory techniques involved in the practical examination of the systems studied in A&P II lectures. Techniques involve dissection and experimentation. Fee.
BIOL2000 General Biology I No Description Set
BIOL2010 Microbiology Involves the student in the study of the biology and properties of micro-organisms, the range of microbial life, the beneficial and disease-causing aspects of their activities, and the human body protection mechanisms. The laboratory experience will...
BIOL2015 Microbiology for Science Major This course will introduce science majors to the basic properties of micro-organisms, microbial metabolism and genetics, the principles of microbial pathogenicity, the mode of action of antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents, the fundamentals of imm...
BIOL2020 General Biology II No Description Set
BIOL2030 Human Disease An introduction to human disease suitable for students interested in the health sciences. The course will be divided into two parts: in the first part general concepts will be covered, such as disease classification and diagnosis, as well as the st...
BIOL2040 Microbiology for Sci Majors This course introduces science majors to the basic properties of microorganisms, microbial metabolism and genetics, the principles of microbial pathogenicity, the mode of action of antibiotics, the fundamentals of immunology, and the response of the...
BIOL2050 Animal Behavior The course covers the foundations of ethology, with an evolutionary perspective. Topics will include the neural and hormonal underpinnings of behavior, kinship theory, animal learning and communication, foraging, avoiding predators, attracting mates,...
BIOL2060 Intro to Exercise Physiology This introductory-level exercise physiology course will provide a foundational understanding of the biochemical and mechanical interactions of the musculoskeletal, endocrine, neurovascular, cardiopulmonary and digestive systems with exercise. Additio...
BIOL2100 Genetics Examines the principles of heredity through an historical development of the modern concept of the gene. Topics to be covered will include the works of Gregor Mendel and Thomas Hunt Morgan, cytogenetics, genetic engineering, and population genetics....
BIOL2120 Biology of the Mind This course provides students an introduction to cognitive neuroscience.Topics include: understanding the biological basis of behavior including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, the role of hormones and neurotransmitters; evolution and the development...
BIOL2130 Biology of Aging The goal of this course is to provide the student with a basic understanding of the biological basis of human aging and associated disorders. Students are introduced to numerous biological concepts at the molecular, cellular and physiological level....
BIOL2140 Lab: Micro for Science Majors Provides students with specific skills needed to grow, isolate, observe, identify, and study microbes. This course meets the General Education Reading/Writing Enhancement requirement.Prerequisite: WRIT 1400 and WRIT1500 for RWE. Corequisite: BIOL 20...
BIOL2150 Developmental Biology The study of the development of representative living organisms, emphasizing the molecular, cellular and environmental interactions that occur. Some of the dynamic processes that will be discussed are fertilization, differentiation, metamorphosis, a...
BIOL2160 Population Genetics Population genetics examines the frequencies and distribution of alleles, genotypes and haplotypes of natural, artificial, and simulated populations in order to understand the forces that cause genetic change over time. Population genetics is a core...
BIOL2210 Environmental Science Examines the impact of humans on the environment and the impact of our currently industrialized technological environment on humans and other living things. It will integrate a socio-political perspective with technical issues to gain understanding...
BIOL2215 Environmental Science Examines the impact of humans on the environment and the impact of our currently industrialized technological environment on humans and other living things. It will integrate a socio-political perspective with technical issues to gain understanding...
BIOL2250 Botany Involves the study of plant evolution and the study and identification of different plant families. The study of plant physiology as it relates to these different plant families, and the study of the habitats in which different plants are likely to...
BIOL2260 Laboratory: Botany An optional supplement to BIOL 2250 involving laboratory and field investigation.
BIOL2300 Bioinformatics Technical innovations in molecular biology have allowed for large-scale measurements of DNA, RNA and proteins, three of the fundamental molecules of the cell. This has led to an explosion of “big data” biological datasets which are often too large to...
BIOL2310 Field Ecology The course will consider the interrelationships of living things and their environment. Special attention will be given to the experimental demonstration of these interrelationships in various types of habitats. Specific topics to be covered will i...
BIOL2320 Marine Ecology This course explores the many and diverse interrelationships which exist among marine organisms and their environments. These interrelationships will be explored through classroom lectures, laboratory experiments and field trips to a variety of marin...
BIOL2330 Aquatic Biology Covers the biology, ecology, chemistry, and physics of water. Much of the instruction in the course will be done at nearby ocean, lakes, and streams and will involve experiments such as the determination of thermal stratification and the estimation...
BIOL2340 Observational Field Experience Required: 3.00 major g.p.a.; 2.75 cumulative g.p.a.
BIOL2450 Human Sexuality Discusses human sexuality in an integrated way, exploring biological, psychological, social, and political aspects. (Same course as PSY 2450, WGS 2450).Prerequisites: One course in Biology and one course in Psychology or permission of instructor.
BIOL2452 Sex & Gender: Biol/Soc Persp Examines biological and sociological research on sex and gender. Two main questions will be studied: 1) Biology is destiny: Scientific fact or sociocultural bias? 2) How are men and women similar and/or different, and what are the origins of these...
BIOL2700 Intro. to Forensic Science This course will cover a variety of subjects within the field of forensic science. Topics will include: the identification and collection of evidence, the scientific methods used to identify biological and drug evidence; the use of PCR technology in...
BIOL2900 Independent Research in Biol. No Description Set
BIOL3030 Cell Biology Focuses on cells, the basic units of all organisms. Their structures and activities are examined with special emphasis on their subcellular components and interactions with their environments. In the laboratory, students employ some of the newest tec...
BIOL3050 Immunology This course will provide an introduction to the mammalian immune system. We will begin with an overview of innate immunity and the underlying physical, chemical, and cellular defenses mammalian hosts possess to defend themselves against foreign invad...
BIOL3060 Cancer Biology This course examines the molecular, cellular and genetic mechanisms that lead to cancer formation and explores the hallmarks of cancer in depth. In particular, the regulation of signal transduction pathways, cell cycle entry and progression, cellula...
BIOL3075 Advanced Physiology Uses the platform of the human body to explore how biological systems are built from the molecules up. This course builds upon foundational knowledge in Biology and Chemistry to explore the organization and function of cells, tissues, and organ syste...
BIOL3120 Evolution and Genomics An exploration of the underlying process by which species arise and change through time. It traces the development of the concept of evolution via natural selection and then explores the subtleties of selection which serve to fine-tune organisms to t...
BIOL3210 Advanced Environmental Science This course builds from a basis of introductory ecology and environmental science, and prepares students to undertake graduate study or enter into the workplace. The course emphasizes current environmental problems such as air pollution, toxic metal...
BIOL3300 Biotechnology This laboratory skills-based course integrates the fundamental concepts of the life and physical sciences with the technical skills needed to succeed in postsecondary education and to work in a modern laboratory. The course focuses on basic lab meth...
BIOL3450 Participant/Observer Provides students with "hands-on" experience working in a field placement. Learning contract and reflection paper are required as well as weekly meetings with on-campus supervisors.
BIOL3500 Junior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality written reports on current research. The knowledge discussed and acc...
BIOL3800 Advanced Topics in Biology This course is designed to formally guide students to an in-depth exploration of, and engagement in, a series of specific advanced topics in biology. Focus is on current research journal literature related to theory, current applications, research qu...
BIOL3900 Senior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists and engage in career preparation activities for Science Majors. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality oral...
BIOL4000 Research Proposal Consists of supervised preparation, by the student, of a proposal for independent research. The student will be required to read/investigate previous literature in the field; gain understanding of the nature of the problem/ question and methodology...
BIOL4010 Independent Research in Biol. Independent research on a topic of current interest. Principles ofboth literature and experimental (field or laboratory) and/ortheoretical research are performed under a faculty member’ssupervision. The student will be required to do actual research...
BIOL4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Biology g.p.a; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
CHEM1001 Chemical Concepts CHEM 1001 is a one-semester course designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of general, organic and biological chemistry with an emphasis on applications in the nursing and health related fields. We will begin with an overview of...
CHEM1002 Lab: Chemical Concepts CHEM 1002 is designed to provide hands-on laboratory experience using appropriate experiments applicable for students in the nursing and health related fields. Students will develop several laboratory techniques including gravity filtration, centrifu...
CHEM1010 Introductory Chemistry I CHEM 1120 is the second semester of a two-semester Introductory Chemistry course for science majors. This course designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of general chemistry. We will begin with an overview of thermochemistry, wit...
CHEM1020 Introductory Chemistry II CHEM 1020 is the second semester of a two-semester Introductory Chemistry course for science majors. This course designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of general chemistry. We will begin with an overview of thermochemistry, w...
CHEM1110 Lab: Intro Chemistry I CHEM 1110 is designed to provide hands-on laboratory ex-perience using appropriate experiments for science majors.The laboratory exercises have been carefully selected to (1) reinforce your understanding of chemistry principles dis-cussed in lecture,...
CHEM1120 Lab: Intro Chemistry II CHEM 1120 is a continuation of laboratory techniques and principles from CHEM 1110 to accompany CHEM 1020. It is designed to apply concepts learned in CHEM 1020 as related to the study of chemical principles to include solutions, thermochemistry, equ...
CHEM2030 Analytical Chemistry I A study of the separation, identification, and quantization of matter using wet chemical, electroanalytical, spectroscopic, and separation methods and their application to modern problem solving. Aspects of qualitative and quantitative analysis are p...
CHEM2040 Analytical Chemistry II A continuation of CHEM 2030. Includes special topics appropriate to science majors.Corequisite: CHEM 2140.Prerequisite: CHEM 2030, CHEM 2130, or permission of instructor.
CHEM2130 Lab: Analytical Chemistry I An introduction to laboratory techniques and principles for Analytical Chemistry. Fee.Corequisite: CHEM 2030.
CHEM2140 Lab:Analytical Chemistry II A continuation of laboratory techniques and principles to accompany CHEM 2040. Fee.Corequisite: CHEM 2040.Prerequisite: CHEM 2130.
CHEM2340 Observational Internship Required: Chemistry g.p.a. 3.00; cumulative g.p.a. 2.70
CHEM2510 Organic Chemistry I CHEM 2510 is designed to introduce students to the funda-mental principles of organic chemistry. We will begin with areview of the carbon atom and its modes of bonding, followedby acids and bases as it is related to organic compounds, anoverview of o...
CHEM2520 Organic Chemistry II CHEM 2520 is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of organic chemistry designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of organic chemistry. We will explore mechanisms, synthesis and functional groups transformation in organic...
CHEM2610 Lab: Organic Chemistry I This course is designed to provide hands-on laboratory expe-rience using appropriate experiments applicable for sciencemajors. Students will develop several organic chemistry lab-oratory techniques including recrystallization, distillation,chromatogr...
CHEM2620 Lab: Organic Chemistry II The second semester of a two-semester sequence of organic chemistry, this course is designed to enhance students’ practical skills in the organic laboratory. We will focus on techniques, synthesis and transformation of organic molecules, qualitative...
CHEM2700 Intro. to Forensic Science This course will cover a variety of subjects within the field of forensic science. Topics will include: the identification and collection of evidence, the scientific methods used to identify biological and drug evidence; the use of PCR technology in...
CHEM2710 Physical Chemistry This course covers the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, kinetics, enzyme catalysis and electrochemistry as applicable to the life sciences. Properties of solutions are covered in the context of biological systems. Concepts are reinforced and...
CHEM2810 Lab: Physical Chemistry The laboratory activities are designed to provide a context for the abstract concepts covered in class. Students working in teams develop problem solving, data collection, data analysis and presentation skills using standard and custom-built instrum...
CHEM2900 Independent Research in Chem Independent research on a topic of current interest. Principles of both literature and experimental and/or theoretical research are performed under a faculty members's supervision. The student will be required to do authentic research on a question...
CHEM2910 Inorganic Chemistry This course will provide a contemporary introduction to the discipline of inorganic chemistry. Students will develop their understanding of the structure, bonding, and reactivity of inorganic compounds. Principle topics covered include: symmetry an...
CHEM3310 Inorganic Chemistry A deeper examination of the principles of inorganic chemistry, including theories of bonding, acids and bases, non-aqueous solvents, structure of compounds, family similarities and discrepancies. Some descriptive chemistry and methods of production...
CHEM3400 Peer Teaching in Chemistry This course provides an opportunity for Junior and Senior Science students to obtain supervised experience working with Chemistry students. The student will work under the supervision and with guidelines approved by the cooperating teacher and the Ch...
CHEM3450 Participant/Observer No Description Set
CHEM3500 Junior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality written reports on current research. The knowledge discussed and acc...
CHEM3540 Advanced Organic Chemistry Examines special topics in advanced organic chemistry including organic reaction mechanisms and the physical methods for their determination, polymers, and catalysis.
CHEM3560 Biochemistry Introduction to biochemistry of systems: proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and their synthesis and reactions 'in vivo' and 'in vitro'.Corequisite: CHEM 3660.Prerequisite: CHEM 2520 or permission of instructor.
CHEM3570 Biochemistry I Introduction to the biochemistry of living systems. Topics include structure and function of biomolecules (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids), enzyme kinetics, the energetics of membrane transport, and standard methods of DNA analys...
CHEM3580 Biochemistry II A continuation of Biochemistry I with emphasis on bioenergetics and metabolism. Topics include the catabolism of nutrient molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins), regulation of metabolic pathways, nutrition guidelines based on metabolic prin...
CHEM3670 Lab: Biochemistry I An introduction to laboratory techniques and principles forBiochemistry I. Fee.Corequisite: CHEM 3570.Prerequisite: BIOL 1065 and CHEM 2520.
CHEM3680 Lab: Biochemistry II A continuation of laboratory techniques and principles for Biochemistry II. Fee.Corequisite: CHEM 3580.Prerequisites: CHEM 3570 and 3670.
CHEM3710 Physical Chemistry I An introduction to the chemical principles underlying chemical reactions and behavior of matter. Thermodynamics, gas laws, thermochemistry.Corequisite: CHEM 3810.Prerequisite: CHEM 1010, CHEM 1110, CHEM 1020, CHEM 1120, or permission of instructor...
CHEM3720 Physical Chemistry II A continuation of CHEM 3710. Phase and chemical equilibria, electrochemistry, kinetic theory, kinetics and symmetry.Corequisite: CHEM 3820.Prerequisite: CHEM 3710 or permission of instructor.
CHEM3800 Special Topics in Biochemistry This course will examine advanced topics in biochemistry, particularly those from the current literature. The course content will vary according to the interests of the students and the instructor; topics covered may include enzymology and mechanism...
CHEM3810 Lab: Physical Chemistry I An introduction to the laboratory principles and techniques to accompany CHEM 3710. Fee.Corequisite: CHEM 3710
CHEM3820 Lab: Physical Chemistry II A continuation of the laboratory principles and techniques to accompany CHEM 3720. Fee.Corequisite: CHEM 3720.Prerequisite: CHEM 3810.
CHEM3900 Senior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists and engage in career preparation activities for Science Majors. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality oral...
CHEM4000 Chemistry Research Proposal Consists of the supervised preparation, by the student, of a proposal for independent research. The student will be required to read/investigate previous literature in the field; gain understanding of the nature of the problem/ question and methodol...
CHEM4010 Independent Research/Chemistry Independent research on a topic of current interest. Principles of both literature and experimental (field or laboratory) and/or theoretical research are performed under a faculty member's supervision. The student will be required read/investigate...
CHEM4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Chemistry g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
ED1130 Mathematical Problem Solving No Description Set
ENVS2215 Environmental Science Examines the impact of humans on the environment and theimpact of our currently industrialized technological environmenton humans and other living things. It will integrate a sociopolitical perspective with technical issues to gain understandingabout...
ENVS2300 Geospatial Analysis Geospatial analysis examines a range of data from thegeographical record including aerial photographs, GIS data,the cartographic record (which includes old maps, new maps,specialist maps such as soil and geology maps), satellite data, soilanalysis an...
ENVS2900 Ind Research in Env Science Authentic research on a topic of current interest. Principlesof both literature and experimental (field or laboratory) and/or theoretical research are performed under a faculty member’ssupervision. The student will be required to do authentic researc...
ENVS3210 Advanced Environmental Science This course builds from a basis of introductory ecology andenvironmental science, and prepares students to undertakegraduate study or enter into the workplace. The courseemphasizes current environmental problems such as air pollution,toxic metals, an...
ENVS3450 Participant/Observer No Description Set
ENVS3500 Junior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality written reports on current research. The knowledge discussed and acc...
ENVS3900 Senior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists and engage in career preparation activities for Science Majors. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality oral...
ENVS4000 Independent Research/Study Required: 3.00 Environmental Science g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signature of divisional chairperson and instructor
ENVS4010 Ind Research in Env Science Independent research on a topic of current interest. Principlesof both literature and experimental (field or laboratory) and/or theoretical research are performed under a faculty member’ssupervision. The student will be required to investigate previo...
ENVS4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Environmental Science g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
FSC1008 Experimental Course No Description Set
FSC1010 Intro to the Forensic Sciences Forensic Science is the application of biology, chemistry, physics, and more to answer legal questions. In this introductory course, students will learn about the common fields in forensic science and how evidence is processed and interpreted for use...
FSC1700 Forensic Photography Forensic Crime Scene Photography is a field of photography that deals with photographing crime scenes, corpses and evidences serving as a key part of police records for accidents and crime scenes. Forensic photographers must have the skills to utiliz...
FSC2008 Experimental Course No Description Set
FSC2700 Intro to Forensic Science In this course, students will learn about the proper procedures surrounding documentation, field testing, search methods, and recovery of physical evidence as it pertains to the forensic sciences. Students will learn about the basic steps involved i...
FSC2701 Lab: Intro to Forensic Science No Description Set
FSC2710 Forensic Science II This course will cover a variety of subjects within the field of forensic science and lab activities will focus on the collection and processing of evidence; the scientific methods used to identify items of evidence, Lectures will focus on scientific...
FSC3010 Forensic Anthropology Forensic Anthropology is the application of physical anthropology to law. Forensic Anthropologists are involved in the processing of skeletal materials, human decomposition, and forensic archeology. This class will review the concepts in biology, ani...
FSC3450 Field Experience No Description Set
FSC3500 Junior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality written reports on current research. The knowledge discussed and acc...
FSC3700 Forensics Adv Case Invest This course, a continuation from Forensic Science I and II, will emphasize the theories and fundamentals of the forensic investigative process. Topics include detailed crime scene and complex incident processing, information gathering techniques, co...
FSC3800 Special Topics in Forensic Sci Forensic Science is a broad spectrum of sciences as it pertains to civil, criminal, and other forms of law. This course provides students the ability to gain skills in a broad range of forensic sciences. The course content will vary in accordance wit...
FSC3900 Senior Seminar This course design is to further foster the development of knowledge and skills used by professional scientists and engage in career preparation activities for Science Majors. The main goal is the production and delivery of professional quality oral...
FSC4000 Research Proposal No Description Set
FSC4010 Independent Research:Forensic No Description Set
IA1130 Mathematical Problem Solving No Description Set
MATH1130 Mathematical Problem Solving No Description Set
MATH1140 Math for Prospective Educators Through selected topics in broad areas of mathematics, including shape, uncertainty, dimension, quantity, and change, students will explore a rich variety of patterns that span curriculum levels, elementary through college.
MATH1220 Topics in Discrete Mathematics Discrete mathematics investigates settings where functions are defined on discrete (or finite) sets of numbers, such as positive integers. The problem solving approach in this course will investigate existence, optimization, and counting problems th...
MATH2170 Math Modeling Ordinary Diff Eq This course develops techniques for solving ordinary differential equations. Topics covered include: introduction to modeling using first-order differential equations, solution methods for linear high-order equations, qualitative behavior of nonline...
MATH2340 Observational Internship No Description Set
PHYS1100 Physics of Seeing and Hearing A hands-on approach builds from direct experience to develop an understanding of sound, light, and electromagnetic waves and an overview of these signals by which we gain information about the external world. Fundamental concepts, technological appl...
PHYS1200 Physical Science for Educators The purpose of this course is three-fold. One, it is intended to introduce concepts from the world of Physical Science as they are applicable to our life and society. Two, it is intended to shape the perception of students about how science works,...
PHYS2001 Intro Robotics/Engineer Conc The objective of this course is to introduce education majors (upto the middle school level) to the field of robotics and stimulatetheir interests in science and engineering to prepare them to beable to do the same in their classrooms. In this course...
PHYS2010 Physics I: Mechanics & Lab Covers description of the physical world and measurement in Newtonian Mechanics: kinetics, dynamics, conservation principles, kinetic theory, applications. Lecture/ discussion and laboratory. Fee.Prerequisite: MATH 1190 or MATH 2130 or permission o...
PHYS2020 Physics II: Elect & Magnetism Introduction to electrostatics, electrodynamics, magnetism, direct and alternating current circuits; geometric optics. Lecture/discussion and laboratory. Fee. Prerequisite: PHYS 2010 or permission of instructor.
PHYS2340 Observational Internship No Description Set
PHYS3090 Modern Physics Covers quantum models of matter and radiation, solid state, nuclear models, special relativity. Some laboratory activities included. Prerequisite: MATH 2140; PHYS 2020.
PHYS3110 Mechanical & Electrical System Covers those measurement devices and systems, including feedback systems, described by linear differential equations, using graphical input-output methods broadly applicable to the natural and social sciences. Prerequisite: MATH 2140; PHYS 2020.
PHYS3120 Quantum Mechanics Covers discrete and continuous states, wave particle duality, probability and probability amplitudes, Schrodinger and matrix formulations. Prerequisite: PHYS 2020, PHYS 3090, MATH 2140.
PHYS3150 Radiation and Optics Includes Maxwell's equations, radiation of electromagnetic waves, polarization, interference, lasers, optical instrumentation. Some laboratory activities included. Prerequisite: PHYS 2020; MATH 2140
PHYS3450 Participant/Observer No Description Set
PHYS4000 Physics Research Proposal Student preparation of a proposal for independent research under supervision. The student will read/investigate literature in the field; gain understanding of the nature of the problem/question and methodology which will be used to investigate it; w...
PHYS4010 Independent Research Independent research on a topic of current interest. Apply principles of both literature and experimental (field or laboratory) and/or theoretical research under supervision. Research question/problem in library, lab on-off-campus; write up research...
PHYS4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Physics g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
SCI1010 The Sciences An examination of how scientists address questions about life, matter, and the nature of the universe. Emphasis is placed on “How do we know?” and “Why does it matter?”: the methods by which scientists achieve understanding, and the perspectives on t...
SCI1020 The Human Body Designed to give students a basic knowledge and understanding of the human body. Using biological and chemical principles, it will concentrate on the functions of the main body parts, the interaction of the various body systems, the maintenance of st...
SCI1030 Astronomy A study of astronomy revealing the role of science in cosmic evolution, the nature of the solar system, and its place in the Milky Way Galaxy. The course will show the interrelatedness of many areas of science: biology, chemistry, physics, and geolog...
SCI1040 Biotechnology for Non-Science This course is designed to give non-science majors an overview of Biotechnolgy and its global impact on society. Students will be taught scientific principles that apply to numerous Biotechnology sectors. Students will learn the fundamentals of Biote...
SCI2000 Science and Technology Current issues in science and technology as viewed by the scientist and non-scientist are topics for discussion. Students from all majors will gain insight into the effects of science and technology in their areas. Prerequisite: SCI 1010, SCI 1020, o...
SCI2100 Intro to Meteorology This course is designed to teach the cause and effects of meteorology, oceanography, the earth's weather past and present and how humans have affected these aspects of the world. It will include some basic concepts as well as a more advanced underst...
SCI2220 Occupatl Hlth, Safety, Env Aff This is study of occupational health, safety, and environmental affairs-the principles, practice, and compliance. It covers the nature of workplace hazards, liability, federal regulations, HSE programs, toxicology, industrial hygiene, and risk analy...
SCI2340 Observational Internship No Description Set
SCI2720 Science,Technology and Society Note: weekly written assignments
SCI3000 Laboratory Safety Workshop No Description Set
SCI4000 Independent Research/Study Required: 3.00 Science g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signatures of the divisional chairperson and instructor
SCI4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Science g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
SCI4560 Independent Practicum No Description Set