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PTA* 265: PTA Internship III
(formerly PT 213 - Clinical Practicum III)
Within this clinic-based, pass/fail course students learn to problem-solve and
competently function in the clinic environment as a physical therapist assistant.
Students develop competence with time management, clinical prioritization
and the entry-level abilities of the physical therapist assistant prior to course
completion. Prerequisites: PTA* 250, PTA* 253 and PTA* 258 with a grade of
“C” or higher. (Fa) 5 credits
Physics
PHY* 110: Introductory Physics
(formerly PHYS 110: Elements of Physics)
An introductory course in the physics of motion, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism,
light, optics and the theory of the atom. Intended for non-science majors.
A process oriented laboratory approach emphasizing exploration and problem
solving. This course is intended for students who need only one semester of
physics. Students with credit for high school physics should elect PHY* 121
or PHY* 221. Scientific calculator required. Class meets 5 hours per week for
integrated lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: MAT* 095 or math placement
test. (Fa,Sp,Su) 4 credits
PHY* 121: General Physics I
(formerly PHYS 121)
Basic concepts of mechanics and heat, including forces, work and energy,
conservation laws, physics of fluids, temperature, heat transfer and the laws of
thermodynamics. Students who need only one semester of physics should elect
PHY* 110. Scientific calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory:
2 hours per week. Prerequisite: MAT* 138, or two years of high school algebra,
or math placement test. (Fa) 4 credits
PHY* 122: General Physics II
(formerly PHYS 122)
Basic concepts of electricity, magnetism and wave motion, including electric
and magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, wave properties of light and
optics. Scientific calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 2
hours per week. Prerequisite: PHY* 121. (Sp) 4 credits
PHY* 221: Calculus-Based Physics I
(formerly PHYS 131: University Physics I)
A study of Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics intended for physics,
chemistry, engineering and math transfer students. Topics include particle and
rigid body dynamics, work, momentum and energy conservation, gravitation,
fluids, heat, and the laws of thermodynamics. A TI-85 graphing calculator or its
equivalent is required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MAT* 250 or MAT* 254, and PHY* 110
(or successful completion of one year of high school physics). (Sp) 4 credits
PHY* 222: Calculus-Based Physics II
(formerly PHYS 132: University Physics II)
A study of electricity, magnetism, waves, and optics intended for physics,
chemistry, engineering and math transfer students. Topics include Coulomb’s
Law, electric and magnetic fields, Gauss’ Law, electric potential, capacitance,
Ohm’s Law, dc and ac circuits, induced emf; inductance, simple harmonic
motion, wave properties for sound and light, and geometrical optics. A TI-85
graphing calculator or its equivalent is required. Class: 3 hours per week.
Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: Successful completion of PHY*
221 and MAT* 256. (Fa) 4 credits
PHY* 223: Calculus-Based Physics III
(formerly PHYS 133: University Physics III)
Intended for physics, engineering and math transfer majors. Principles of quantum
radiation and modern physics, including electromagnetic waves, relativistic
mechanics, and quantized radiation are studied. Scientific calculator required.
Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: PHY*
222, MAT* 268 (may be taken concurrently). (O) 4 credits
Political Science
POL* 101: Introduction to Political Science
(formerly PLSC 101)
The study of politics through the identification of great political issues that
are analyzed from historical and philosophical viewpoints. Class: 3 hours per
week. (Fa) 3 credits
POL* 103: Introduction to International Relations
(formerly PLSC 102: International Relations)
An examination of the international community, emphasizing theory and practice
in international politics. Class: 3 hours per week. (Sp) 3 credits
POL* 111: American Government
(formerly PLSC 111: American National Government)
A study of the American political system at the national level, with emphasis
on political dynamics and public policy. Class: 3 hours per week. (Fa,Sp,Su)
3 credits
POL* 112: State & Local Government
(formerly PLSC 112)
The forms, functions, processes and problems of state and local government
in the United States, with special emphasis on Connecticut state government.
Class: 3 hours per week. (Fa,Sp,Su) 3 credits
POL* 120: Introduction to Law
(formerly PLSC 120)
This course serves as an introduction to the study of law with an overview of
fundamental concepts and principles of our legal system. A variety of legal
topics, terminology, and areas of law are discussed in order to assist students
in acquiring an appreciation of the dynamic role of law in our changing society.
Students are introduced to the roles of legal professionals, including paralegals.
Legal reasoning, legal ethics, and legal research methods are also presented.
Class 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG* 101 or permission of
instructor. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
POL* 212: Constitutional Law and Civil Rights
(formerly PLSC 212)
An examination of the United States Constitution as it applies to police power
and landmark decisions of the United States Supreme Court interpreting and
defining police power. Class: 3 hours per week. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
POL* 293: Connecticut Legislative Internship
(formerly PLSC 280: Legislative Internship)
Spring semester only. Students must apply in October. Selected students will
spend two days per week interning at the State Capitol. Interns will be prepared
to perform the following services for legislators: bill analysis and tracking, spot
research, drafting news releases, and constituent casework. (Sp) 6 credits
Next Semester Offered Designations: Fa = Fall, O = Occasional, Sp = Spring, Su = Summer 145
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