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  • 3.00 Credits

    Presents concepts and principles of classical thermodynamics, temperature, thermodynamics of simple systems and their equations of state, heat engines, heat transfer, introduction to kinetic theory, statistical thermodynamics, entropy, and phase diagrams. Intended for students majoring in Engineering Physics, Engineering 3+2, Chemistry, Mathematics, and other students interested in the physical sciences.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Presents a selection of mathematical techniques needed to understand and progress in advanced physics and engineering. Several important branches of mathematics will be explored including vector analysis, linear algebra, complex analysis, special functions, Fourier series, Fourier transforms, tensor analysis, and group theory. Required for students majoring in Engineering Physics and Engineering 3+2. We expect this to be of interest to students in Chemistry and Mathematics majors
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Applies theoretical and/or experimental research methods to a special problem beyond the scope of traditional coursework. A plan, mutually agreed upon by the student and the supervising instructor, must be approved in advance. This plan will include a set of goals and methods as well as course evaluation criteria. Typically, the project culminates with a formal research presentation and/or paper. 1-3 credits (variable).
  • 1.00 - 15.00 Credits

    Conduct a work-study experience related to the physics field under the supervision of an on-site mentor and faculty member. This is intended for Junior- and Senior-level students to gain work-force experiences in a professional setting (industry, government, research, medical) related to the field of physics. Registration requires Department Chair (or designee) approval prior to scheduling.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Offers students opportunities to develop and refine oral communication skills and techniques employed by actors and improvisational artists with the goal of creating an engaging and effective interpersonal interaction style across various audiences and settings.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces students to the history of playwork provision and prominent theoretical perspectives on the value of play for children. Students will further explore the various roles of the playworker and gain familiarity with the current depth and breadth of playwork provision.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Enables students to create multifaceted play opportunities and experiences for children emphasizing enjoyment and participation in an environment facilitating free choice. Students will partner with an approved community agency to apply practical playwork concepts in a primarily observational capacity. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Builds upon the practical and theoretical elements of PLW 330 and 331 by critically examining a range of play and playwork principles and policies and their implications for practice. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides students with the skills and competencies necessary to develop a creative approach to their playwork practice, to consider the importance of creative play in fostering whole child development, and to develop and facilitate creative play environments for children and youth. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides students with the opportunity to extend, expand, and explore the debate on the nature and meaning of childhood as articulated in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and its implications for play and playwork theory and practice at the local, state, national, and global level. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations.
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