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PHY 112 Principles of Physics II 3 cr.
This course is a continuation of Principles of
Physics I. It focuses on electricity, magnetism,
light, optics, and an introduction to atomic
and nuclear physics.
Prerequisite: PHY 110, PHY 111
3/0/0 SP
PHY 113 Principles of Physics II
Laboratory 1 cr.
This laboratory course provides experiences
that apply to the topics and concepts covered
in Principles of Physics II.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 112
0/2/0 SP Course fee charged
PHY 120 Introduction to Astronomy 3 cr.
This is an introductory astronomy course
intended for non-science majors. It focuses on
the nature of light; operation of telescopes;
our solar system; birth, evolution, and death
of stars; black holes; galaxies; and cosmology.
There are sessions for observing the night sky
with a Meade ETC 125 telescope.
3/0/0
PHY 121 Astronomy Laboratory 1 cr.
This laboratory course complements the PHY
120 course. The laboratory experiences
include computer simulations, experiments on
basic phenomenon, and observations of the
night/day sky.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 120
0/2/0 Course fee charged
PHY 210 General Physics I 3 cr.
This course is a study of the fundamental
concepts and laws of mechanics with
emphasis on the conservation laws. It focuses
on scalar and vector qualities of mechanics,
rectilinear and circular motion, equilibrium
and Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy,
momentum, and the conservation laws. It is
designed for students majoring in
engineering, the sciences, mathematics, and
computer science programs.
Prerequisite: High school physics or PHY 110
and MTH 118
3/0/0 FA/SP
PHY 211 General Physics I Laboratory 1 cr.
This laboratory course provides experiences
that apply to the concepts and topics covered
in General Physics I.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 210
0/2/0 FA/SP Course fee charged
PHY 212 General Physics II 3 cr.
This course is an introduction to thermodynamics,
electricity, and magnetism. It focuses
on heat and thermal energy, electric and
magnetic fields, basic DC circuit analysis and
electromagnetic waves.
Prerequisite: PHY 210, PHY 211
3/0/0 SP
PHY 213 General Physics II Laboratory 1 cr.
This laboratory course provides experiences
that apply to the concepts and topics covered
in General Physics II.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 212
0/2/0 SP Course fee charged
PHY 214 General Physics III 3 cr.
This course is a continuation of the concepts
covered in General Physics II. It focuses on
electricity and AC circuits, electromagnetic
waves, wave motion, optics, and selected
topics from modern physics such as relativity
and the quantum theory.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 212, PHY 213
3/0/0
PHY 215 General Physics III Laboratory 1 cr.
This laboratory course provides experiences
that apply to the concepts and topics covered
in General Physics III.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 214
0/2/0 Course fee charged
PHY 291 Special Projects in Physics I 1 cr.
PHY 292 Special Projects in Physics II 2 cr.
PHY 293 Special Projects in Physics III 3 cr.
These courses offer students the opportunity
to conduct independent study and research of
a theoretical or experimental nature in physics.
Projects include a literature search and
laboratory or instrumental experience in the
application of physical laws.
Prerequisite: Project approval by the instructor
Course fee charged
Political Science
POL 101 American National Government and
Politics 3 cr.
This course is a comprehensive examination of
the basic principles of the U.S. constitutional
system. It focuses on the operation of the
democratic process; the organization, powers,
and procedures of Congress; the presidency
and the federal judiciary; interest groups;
political parties; media; and voting. It
emphasizes the leading political, economic,
and social influences affecting democratic
government.
3/0/0 FA/SP/SU
POL 103 Comparative Government and
Politics 3 cr.
This course focuses on selected political systems
considered in a comparative framework. Cases
are taken from countries both more and less
economically developed. It emphasizes
government processes and institutions.
3/0/0 FA/SP
POL 215 Constitutional Law 3 cr.
This course examines individual rights and civil
liberties through the study of the U.S.
Constitution and leading Supreme Court
decisions. It focuses on the judicial process
and the effect of judicial decisions on
American society.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
3/0/0 FA
POL 220 Political Philosophy 3 cr.
This course is a survey of the most significant
political philosophy from ancient times into
the modern era. It focuses on the issues of
liberty, equality, political obligation, and
justice.
3/0/0
POL 250 International Politics 3 cr.
This course examines patterns of behavior in
international systems. It focuses on the state,
sovereignty, war and peace, power,
nationalism, imperialism, law, security
dilemmas, interdependence, international
regimes, and ethical and global issues.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
3/0/0
POL 262 Intership in Politics 3 cr.
This course is designed to provide student an
opportunity of directed study and research in
a local, state or national governmental agency
or office. A demonstration of scholarly
achievement will be required.
Prerequisite: Project approval by the instructor
Psychology
PSY 101 Introduction to
Psychology 3 cr.
This course is designed to provide a general
understanding and application of the basic
principles of psychology. Topics will include
history of psychology, scientific methods,
physiological basis of behavior, development,
principles of learning, personality theory and
assessment, abnormal behavior, psychotherapy,
and social psychology.
3/0/0
PSY 110 Phi Theta Kappa Leadership
Development 3 cr.
This course provides emerging and existing
leaders the opportunity to explore the concept
of leadership and to develop and improve
their leadership skills. It integrates readings
from the humanities, experiential exercises,
films, and contemporary readings on
leadership. Membership in Phi Theta Kappa
(PTK) is not required.
3/0/0
PSY 203 Human Sexuality 3 cr.
This course is an academic interdisciplinary
study of human sexuality. It focuses on sexual
biology, developing sexual relationships, love
and intimacy, sexual choices, contraception,
S.T.D., sexual customs, and sex education.
3/0/0
To access outlines for these course descriptions, please visit http://www.bcc.edu/pages/476.asp
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