SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PHYSICS 1-

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An individual study course of advanced nature. Subject material varies with background and interests of the student, and may be either class work or laboratory. Laborat ory work will be of research quality with individual guidance from a faculty member. Normally graded on S/U basis. Independent study 1 -3 hours. 541* PHYSICS CAPSTONE 1 credit hour The course involves student preparation and presentation or original and/or library research topics. The course will also explore issues related to becoming a morally responsible scientist to ethical problem solving. Oral presentations and written reports are required. One scheduled presentation will be given outside of class time. Program assessment is also a component. Capstone/lecture 1 hour. Prerequisite: PHYS 2541 and Senior standing. Will not satisfy general education science requirements. (Spring) POLISH (PLSH) Communication, English, and Foreign Languages PLSH 4153* INTENSIVE STUDIES IN POLISH 3 credit hours An intensive introductory study of Polish combining guided independent study of the written language with regular oral practice of the spoken language. Two hours independent study, one -hour lab. Prerequisites: ENGL 1213 and six hours study of another foreign language or permission of the department. POLITICAL SCIENCE (PS) Social Sciences PS 1113* AMERICAN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT 3 credit hours A study of the American government system. The American experiment in federalism and democracy; origin and development of the United States Constitution; federal-state relations, civil liberties, the individual as a citizen; political parties; governmental services.