2023-2024 BSC Catalog Updated_UG ONLY_FINAL[82]

226 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
PH 412 Quantum Mechanics (1)
The postulates of quantum mechanics, solutions of the Schrödinger equation for systems
in one and three dimensions, matrix representations, angular momentum operators, and
advanced topics. Prerequisite: PH 310. Spring.
PH 499 Senior Project in Physics (1)
Independent research in a subject (experimental or theoretical) that brings to bear the
student’s accumulated knowledge and skills in the discipline. A project report, written in
the style of a scientific journal article, is required. Prerequisite: senior standing.
Exploration term.
PHS - Public Health Studies
PHS 213 Introduction to Public Health (1)
An introduction to the concepts and principles of public health, the science of protecting
and improving population health through the promotion of healthy lifestyles, disease and
injury prevention, and the detection and control of infectious diseases. Emphasis is placed
on applying social, cultural, biological, and environmental perspectives to frame issues of
health and wellness within and across populations. A Poverty Studies designated course.
(Also listed as SO 213.) Fall.
PHS 470, 499 Public Health Studies Capstone Project (1)
A capstone project for the distinction in public health studies. Students are required to
engage in a collaborative experiential learning project (research, service-learning,
internship, or study travel) related to public health, and publicly present their experiences.
Prerequisites: PHS 213 or SO 213, at least junior standing, and instructor consent. PHS
470: Spring, Summer; PHS 499: Exploration term.
PL - Philosophy
PL 177, 277, 377, 477 Special Topics in Philosophy (1)
An exploration of a selected topic or problem in philosophy.
PL 200 CI Ethical Choice (1)
A beginning-level course about moral decision making. Part of the course focuses on case
studies of ethical choices pertaining to property, welfare, violence, punishment, war, and
similar topics. The other part of the course is an introduction to ethical theory focusing on
the processes by which moral norms are established and critically evaluated. A
Community Interests designated course.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024