Welcome to the College Catalog
Physics and Engineering Department Courses
Engineering
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EGR100 Introduction to Engineering I
- 2.00 credits. Introduction to the study, practice and various branches of engineering, including problem solving, teamwork, project management, design, statistics, solution of equations, and technical writing. Includes a design project, guest speakers and plant tours. Hours: combined lecture/discussion/laboratory 4. Fall semester.
- 2.00 credits. Introduction to the study, practice and various branches of engineering, including problem solving, teamwork, project management, design, statistics, solution of equations, and technical writing. Includes a design project, guest speakers and plant tours. Hours: combined lecture/discussion/laboratory 4. Fall semester.
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EGR110 Introduction to Engineering II
- 2.00 credits. Introduction to graphical communication including sketching, ideation and computer-aided modeling. Development of mathematical techniques for engineering applications using Matlab, and a study of engineering ethics. Continued exploration of the engineering design process, including a design-and-build project. Hours: combined lecture/discussion/laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: EGR 100. Spring semester.
- 2.00 credits. Introduction to graphical communication including sketching, ideation and computer-aided modeling. Development of mathematical techniques for engineering applications using Matlab, and a study of engineering ethics. Continued exploration of the engineering design process, including a design-and-build project. Hours: combined lecture/discussion/laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: EGR 100. Spring semester.
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EGR210 Circuit Analysis
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to linear circuit analysis and basic electric circuit components. Topics covered include DC analysis, AC analysis and transient analysis for circuits containing resistors, inductors, capacitors and diodes. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: PHY 201. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to linear circuit analysis and basic electric circuit components. Topics covered include DC analysis, AC analysis and transient analysis for circuits containing resistors, inductors, capacitors and diodes. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: PHY 201. Fall semester.
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EGR220 Electronics
- 4.00 credits. Practical and theoretical study of fundamental components and circuits, including transistors, diodes, integrated circuits, power supplies, filters, amplifiers, control circuits and some digital electronics. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: EGR 210. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Practical and theoretical study of fundamental components and circuits, including transistors, diodes, integrated circuits, power supplies, filters, amplifiers, control circuits and some digital electronics. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: EGR 210. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR221 Algorithms and Data Structures (CS 221)
- 4.00 credits. The design of algorithms for handling abstract data types - including stacks, queues, linked lists, trees and graphs - is coupled with an introduction to complexity analysis, storage allocation and management. *Prerequisite: CS 122. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. The design of algorithms for handling abstract data types - including stacks, queues, linked lists, trees and graphs - is coupled with an introduction to complexity analysis, storage allocation and management. *Prerequisite: CS 122. Fall semester.
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EGR230 Microcomputer Architecture (CS 230)
- 4.00 credits. Board-level design of microcomputers and the study of various computer architectures and hardware/software computing platforms. Topics include computer ethics, hardware components such as memory registers, central processor types, controllers, peripherals, input/output architecture and devices, memory management and networking. *Prerequisite: CS 122. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. Board-level design of microcomputers and the study of various computer architectures and hardware/software computing platforms. Topics include computer ethics, hardware components such as memory registers, central processor types, controllers, peripherals, input/output architecture and devices, memory management and networking. *Prerequisite: CS 122. Spring semester.
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EGR262 Statics
- 3.00 credits. Equilibria of particles and rigid bodies subject to concentrated and distributed forces with practical applications to the design of mechanical structures. Topics include structural analysis, internal forces, friction, inertial properties and virtual work. *Prerequisite: PHY 200. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. Equilibria of particles and rigid bodies subject to concentrated and distributed forces with practical applications to the design of mechanical structures. Topics include structural analysis, internal forces, friction, inertial properties and virtual work. *Prerequisite: PHY 200. Fall semester.
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EGR263 Dynamics
- 3.00 credits. Newtonian mechanics of particles, a system of particles and of rigid bodies in fixed and moving reference frames in three dimensions. Topics include energy and momentum concepts, Euler's equations, and the simple oscillator. With applications to mechanical systems. *Prerequisite: PHY 202; prerequisite or corequisite: MA 222. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Newtonian mechanics of particles, a system of particles and of rigid bodies in fixed and moving reference frames in three dimensions. Topics include energy and momentum concepts, Euler's equations, and the simple oscillator. With applications to mechanical systems. *Prerequisite: PHY 202; prerequisite or corequisite: MA 222. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR264 Strength of Materials
- 4.00 credits. Deformation and behavior of materials under load to the point of fracture with applications to the design of physical systems. Topics include axial stress and strain, torsion, pressure vessels, stresses in beams, elastic curves and deflection of beams, combined stress, buckling of columns, an introduction to energy methods. Includes a two-hour lab each week, including Finite Element Analysis. *Prerequisite: EGR 262. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Deformation and behavior of materials under load to the point of fracture with applications to the design of physical systems. Topics include axial stress and strain, torsion, pressure vessels, stresses in beams, elastic curves and deflection of beams, combined stress, buckling of columns, an introduction to energy methods. Includes a two-hour lab each week, including Finite Element Analysis. *Prerequisite: EGR 262. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR275 Engineering and Environmental Geophysics (ES 275)
- 3.00 credits. The theory and application of geophysical imaging methods to the investigation of subsurface materials and structures that are likely to have significant engineering and environmental implications. A wide variety of methods including seismic reflection, seismic refraction, electromagnetic, ground-penetrating radar, potential fields, electrical resistivity, and borehold logging will be introduced and examined. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 122. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. The theory and application of geophysical imaging methods to the investigation of subsurface materials and structures that are likely to have significant engineering and environmental implications. A wide variety of methods including seismic reflection, seismic refraction, electromagnetic, ground-penetrating radar, potential fields, electrical resistivity, and borehold logging will be introduced and examined. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 122. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR280 Engineering Research/Project
- Variable credit. A student may participate in an ongoing research or design project for academic credit. Registration for this course must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the Department Chair. Juniors and seniors are encouraged to submit proposals for Independent Study (Engineering 480-489). Can be taken Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
- Variable credit. A student may participate in an ongoing research or design project for academic credit. Registration for this course must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the Department Chair. Juniors and seniors are encouraged to submit proposals for Independent Study (Engineering 480-489). Can be taken Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
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EGR291 Sophomore Project
- 1.00 credit. An engineering project performed in small teams with students enrolled in Engineering 110 and Engineering 391 and under the supervision of the instructor. Progress reports and a final report and presentation are required. Spring semester.
- 1.00 credit. An engineering project performed in small teams with students enrolled in Engineering 110 and Engineering 391 and under the supervision of the instructor. Progress reports and a final report and presentation are required. Spring semester.
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EGR302 Electromagnetism (PHY 302)
- 3.00 credits. An intermediate course in electromagnetism including electro- and magnetostatics and dynamics, Maxwell's equations, macroscopic fields, electromagnetic waves and special relativity. *Prerequisite: PHY 201, and prerequisite or corequisite: MA 321. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. An intermediate course in electromagnetism including electro- and magnetostatics and dynamics, Maxwell's equations, macroscopic fields, electromagnetic waves and special relativity. *Prerequisite: PHY 201, and prerequisite or corequisite: MA 321. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR310 Signals and Systems
- 3.00 credits. Analysis of continuous-time linear systems, discrete-time linear systems, and methods of signal sampling and reconstruction. Applications of Fourier Series, Fourier Transform and Laplace Transform. Exploration of digital signal processing using Matlab programming. *Prerequisite: EGR 210. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Analysis of continuous-time linear systems, discrete-time linear systems, and methods of signal sampling and reconstruction. Applications of Fourier Series, Fourier Transform and Laplace Transform. Exploration of digital signal processing using Matlab programming. *Prerequisite: EGR 210. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR315 Instrumentation and Measurement
- 3.00 credits. This course covers the modeling, analysis and design methods used in instrumentation, as well as the basic electronic hardware and software used for sensors and instruments. The course will involve hands-on lab projects designing and assembling simple instruments, studying and interfacing complex instruments, and using Labview and other software for interfacing/programming. *Prerequisite: EGR 210. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. This course covers the modeling, analysis and design methods used in instrumentation, as well as the basic electronic hardware and software used for sensors and instruments. The course will involve hands-on lab projects designing and assembling simple instruments, studying and interfacing complex instruments, and using Labview and other software for interfacing/programming. *Prerequisite: EGR 210. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR321 Thermodynamics
- 3.00 credits. Properties of pure substances, equations of state, laws of thermodynamics applied to analysis of closed systems and control volumes. Emphasis on macroscopic thermodynamics and engineering applications. *Prerequisite: PHY 202, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Properties of pure substances, equations of state, laws of thermodynamics applied to analysis of closed systems and control volumes. Emphasis on macroscopic thermodynamics and engineering applications. *Prerequisite: PHY 202, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR332 Computer Organization and Architecture (CS 332)
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to Boolean algebra, design of combinational and sequential circuits, and their use in von Neumann computer architecture. Basic parts of computer systems including memory, control and input-output systems are studied. The student is expected to design a simple micro-programmed computer. *Prerequisite: CS 221. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to Boolean algebra, design of combinational and sequential circuits, and their use in von Neumann computer architecture. Basic parts of computer systems including memory, control and input-output systems are studied. The student is expected to design a simple micro-programmed computer. *Prerequisite: CS 221. Fall semester.
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EGR333 Digital Circuits and Computer Interfacing (CS 333)
- 4.00 credits. Digital logic and integrated circuits to implement logic; architecture and machine language programming of minicomputers and microprocessors; design, testing, and construction of instrument-to-computer and computer-to-instrument interfaces; design and testing of supporting software. *Prerequisites: CS 122 and 332, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Digital logic and integrated circuits to implement logic; architecture and machine language programming of minicomputers and microprocessors; design, testing, and construction of instrument-to-computer and computer-to-instrument interfaces; design and testing of supporting software. *Prerequisites: CS 122 and 332, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR351 Physics of Semiconductor Devices
- 3.00 credits. An introduction to semiconductor crystals and their properties; carrier modeling and action; fundamentals of carrier generation, transport, recombination and storage in semiconductors; principles of operation of p-n junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors, MOS field-effect transistors, MOS capacitors and some semiconductor photonic/optoelectronic devices. Device modeling is performed at a level that addresses basic physical principles and, at the same time, provides notions useful for integrated circuit analysis and design. *Prerequisite: PHY 201. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. An introduction to semiconductor crystals and their properties; carrier modeling and action; fundamentals of carrier generation, transport, recombination and storage in semiconductors; principles of operation of p-n junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors, MOS field-effect transistors, MOS capacitors and some semiconductor photonic/optoelectronic devices. Device modeling is performed at a level that addresses basic physical principles and, at the same time, provides notions useful for integrated circuit analysis and design. *Prerequisite: PHY 201. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR352 Fiber Optics Communication Systems
- 3.00 credits. Course includes an introduction to optics, fiber optics and optical communications. Among the topics covered in the course: an overview of geometric and wave optics; the optical fiber, optical confinement; step-index fibers and graded-index fibers; single-mode and multimode fibers; numerical aperture; loss, dispersion and nonlinearities in fibers; splices, connectors, couplers and gratings; optical transmitters, light sources and electronic driving circuits; optical receivers, detectors and noise, optical amplifiers; optic-link design, single-wavelength fiber-optic network topologies, standard fiber networks; wavelength-division multiplexing; solution-link design. *Prerequisite: PHY 201. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Course includes an introduction to optics, fiber optics and optical communications. Among the topics covered in the course: an overview of geometric and wave optics; the optical fiber, optical confinement; step-index fibers and graded-index fibers; single-mode and multimode fibers; numerical aperture; loss, dispersion and nonlinearities in fibers; splices, connectors, couplers and gratings; optical transmitters, light sources and electronic driving circuits; optical receivers, detectors and noise, optical amplifiers; optic-link design, single-wavelength fiber-optic network topologies, standard fiber networks; wavelength-division multiplexing; solution-link design. *Prerequisite: PHY 201. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR361 Applied Quantum Mechanics/Advanced Topics in Applied Physics (PHY 361)
- 4.00 credits. Course offers an introduction to applied quantum mechanics, including a review of the origins of quantum mechanics, basic concepts and postulates, Schrodinger equation, simple one-dimensional potentials, potential wells, tunneling, Bloch theorem, harmonic oscillators, the hydrogen atom model, crystal structure, reciprocal lattice, Brillouin zone, band theory, effective mass, quantum statistics, Fermi level, thermal properties of crystals and phonons, basic charge transport, interaction with radiation, perturbation theory, and laser physics. The course is integrated by a weekly one-hour seminar, during which students will present a summary of their overview/research efforts on advanced topics. *Prerequisite: PHY 202. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Course offers an introduction to applied quantum mechanics, including a review of the origins of quantum mechanics, basic concepts and postulates, Schrodinger equation, simple one-dimensional potentials, potential wells, tunneling, Bloch theorem, harmonic oscillators, the hydrogen atom model, crystal structure, reciprocal lattice, Brillouin zone, band theory, effective mass, quantum statistics, Fermi level, thermal properties of crystals and phonons, basic charge transport, interaction with radiation, perturbation theory, and laser physics. The course is integrated by a weekly one-hour seminar, during which students will present a summary of their overview/research efforts on advanced topics. *Prerequisite: PHY 202. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR365 Fluid Mechanics
- 3.00 credits. Fundamentals of fluid dynamics for mechanical engineers. Topics include fluid properties, fluid statics, control volume analysis, steady and unsteady Bernoulli equation, and introduction to differential analysis of fluid flow. Laminar and turbulent flow in pipes and channels and in external flow. The boundary layer concept, life and drag. Includes an introduction to a commercial CFD package. *Prerequisites: PHY 202 and EGR 263. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Fundamentals of fluid dynamics for mechanical engineers. Topics include fluid properties, fluid statics, control volume analysis, steady and unsteady Bernoulli equation, and introduction to differential analysis of fluid flow. Laminar and turbulent flow in pipes and channels and in external flow. The boundary layer concept, life and drag. Includes an introduction to a commercial CFD package. *Prerequisites: PHY 202 and EGR 263. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR370 Special Topics in Engineering
- Variable credit. An opportunity to offer courses that are not part of the regular curriculum.
- Variable credit. An opportunity to offer courses that are not part of the regular curriculum.
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EGR391 Engineering Design and Junior Project
- 2.00 credits. This course explores design methodology and practice. The course includes topics such as problem recognition, customer needs identification, determining specifications, concept generation and evaluation/selection, full life cycle design, including design for the environment and zero waste concepts. Students are exposed to the formal tools required to generate design solutions, and practice applying these tools by undertaking a number of design case studies. A major component of this course is an engineering project performed in small teams with students enrolled in Engineering 110 and Engineering 291 and under the supervision of the instructor. Progress reports including a final report and presentation are required. Hours: lecture 1 and project work. Spring semester.
- 2.00 credits. This course explores design methodology and practice. The course includes topics such as problem recognition, customer needs identification, determining specifications, concept generation and evaluation/selection, full life cycle design, including design for the environment and zero waste concepts. Students are exposed to the formal tools required to generate design solutions, and practice applying these tools by undertaking a number of design case studies. A major component of this course is an engineering project performed in small teams with students enrolled in Engineering 110 and Engineering 291 and under the supervision of the instructor. Progress reports including a final report and presentation are required. Hours: lecture 1 and project work. Spring semester.
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EGR395 Fall Seminar
- 1.00 credit. Seminar series with weekly presentations of topics of current interest in engineering. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and senior-level Elizabethtown students. Fall semester.
- 1.00 credit. Seminar series with weekly presentations of topics of current interest in engineering. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and senior-level Elizabethtown students. Fall semester.
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EGR396 Spring Seminar
- 1.00 credit. Seminar series with weekly presentations of topics of current interest in engineering. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and senior-level Elizabethtown students. Spring semester.
- 1.00 credit. Seminar series with weekly presentations of topics of current interest in engineering. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and senior-level Elizabethtown students. Spring semester.
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EGR400 Engineering Portfolio
- 0.00 credit. The portfolio will provide students with a vehicle for documenting their achievements and competencies in engineering. Graded Pass/No Pass.
- 0.00 credit. The portfolio will provide students with a vehicle for documenting their achievements and competencies in engineering. Graded Pass/No Pass.
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EGR410 Control Systems
- 3.00 credits. Design and analysis of continuous time-domain control systems using system modeling techniques and simulation software for control algorithms. Evaluation of control system performance and design criteria including feedback, stability, sensitivity, time and frequency response. Introduction to similar topics in the discrete-time domains. Includes a two-hour laboratory each week applying the theory to physical systems. *Prerequisites: MA 201 or EGR 310, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Design and analysis of continuous time-domain control systems using system modeling techniques and simulation software for control algorithms. Evaluation of control system performance and design criteria including feedback, stability, sensitivity, time and frequency response. Introduction to similar topics in the discrete-time domains. Includes a two-hour laboratory each week applying the theory to physical systems. *Prerequisites: MA 201 or EGR 310, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR410L Control Systems Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. A weekly two-hour laboratory applying the theory control systems to physical systems. *Corequisite: EGR 410. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 1.00 credit. A weekly two-hour laboratory applying the theory control systems to physical systems. *Corequisite: EGR 410. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR411 Current Industrial Engineering Methods
- 3.00 credits. Production management with emphasis on process improvement, cost reduction, incentives and ergonomics. Students also conduct preliminary work for their senior project. *Prerequisites: BA 248. Register by Instructor. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Production management with emphasis on process improvement, cost reduction, incentives and ergonomics. Students also conduct preliminary work for their senior project. *Prerequisites: BA 248. Register by Instructor. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR422 Operating Systems and Systems Programming (CS 422)
- 4.00 credits. An examination of the principles and theories behind the design of operating systems as well as their practical implementation. Topics include executives and monitors, task handlers, scheduling algorithms, file handlers, device drivers and interrupt handlers, theories of resource allocation and sharing, multiprocessing and interprocess communication. *Prerequisite: EGR 332. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. An examination of the principles and theories behind the design of operating systems as well as their practical implementation. Topics include executives and monitors, task handlers, scheduling algorithms, file handlers, device drivers and interrupt handlers, theories of resource allocation and sharing, multiprocessing and interprocess communication. *Prerequisite: EGR 332. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR433 Advanced Computer Engineering (CS 433)
- 4.00 credits. Circuit level design and implementation of complete computer systems. Major laboratory projects require students to design, build, test and demonstrate computer hardware designs using Field Programmable Gate Arrays and bread boarded circuits. Class lectures include design of embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors and supercomputers. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisites: CS 221 and EGR 332, 333. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Circuit level design and implementation of complete computer systems. Major laboratory projects require students to design, build, test and demonstrate computer hardware designs using Field Programmable Gate Arrays and bread boarded circuits. Class lectures include design of embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors and supercomputers. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisites: CS 221 and EGR 332, 333. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR434 Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CS 434)
- 4.00 credits. Robotics and machine intelligence including symbolic Artificial Intelligence (AI) and artificial neural networks. Symbolic AI uses programmed heuristics and forms of knowledge representation. Artificial neural networks are connectionist computer architectures in which many computational nodes are connected to solve problems requiring rapid adaptation or in which governing equations are not known or cannot be easily computed. Course includes mobile-robot and robotic-arm theory, applications, simulations, real-time control and path-planning strategies. *Prerequisites: CS 121 and MA 121. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Robotics and machine intelligence including symbolic Artificial Intelligence (AI) and artificial neural networks. Symbolic AI uses programmed heuristics and forms of knowledge representation. Artificial neural networks are connectionist computer architectures in which many computational nodes are connected to solve problems requiring rapid adaptation or in which governing equations are not known or cannot be easily computed. Course includes mobile-robot and robotic-arm theory, applications, simulations, real-time control and path-planning strategies. *Prerequisites: CS 121 and MA 121. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR463 Analytical Mechanics and Vibrations
- 3.00 credits. Lagrangian formulations for three-dimensional motion of particles and rigid bodies. Linear free and forced responses of one and multi degree of freedom systems and simple continuous systems. Introduction to vibration control/absorption. *Prerequisite: EGR 263. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Lagrangian formulations for three-dimensional motion of particles and rigid bodies. Linear free and forced responses of one and multi degree of freedom systems and simple continuous systems. Introduction to vibration control/absorption. *Prerequisite: EGR 263. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR470 Engineering Internship
- Variable credit. Opportunity for students to intern in an engineering setting. Register by Instructor.
- Variable credit. Opportunity for students to intern in an engineering setting. Register by Instructor.
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EGR484 Independent Study in Engineering
- Variable credit. Study and experimentation in an area of interest to the student and faculty member. *Prerequisite: permission of the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
- Variable credit. Study and experimentation in an area of interest to the student and faculty member. *Prerequisite: permission of the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
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EGR491 Senior Project in Engineering I
- 2.00 credits. A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes problem definition, development of requirements, and preliminary design work. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes problem definition, development of requirements, and preliminary design work. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
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EGR492 Senior Project in Engineering II
- 2.00 credits. A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes detail and final design work and construction of a working prototype. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes detail and final design work and construction of a working prototype. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
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EGR494 Senior Project - Computer Engineering
- 4.00 credits. A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes problem definition, development of requirements, and preliminary design work. Progress reports, a final report, and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes problem definition, development of requirements, and preliminary design work. Progress reports, a final report, and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
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ES113* NPS Earth in Space: Evolution of a Planet
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) A broad introduction to Earth System Science that integrates basic topics in geology and astronomy as a means to understand the origin and evolution of planet Earth. Dramatic events and processes that shaped Earth's history, such as big bang cosmology, stellar evolution, planetary formation, plate tectonics, the rock cycle, crustal deformation and mountain building, the evolution of continents and ocean basins, earthquakes and volcanism are explored. Includes discovery-oriented exercises, including field trips to local geological sites, the local planetarium and several stargazing sessions for firsthand study of materials containing evidence for the processes and events studied in class. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 2. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) A broad introduction to Earth System Science that integrates basic topics in geology and astronomy as a means to understand the origin and evolution of planet Earth. Dramatic events and processes that shaped Earth's history, such as big bang cosmology, stellar evolution, planetary formation, plate tectonics, the rock cycle, crustal deformation and mountain building, the evolution of continents and ocean basins, earthquakes and volcanism are explored. Includes discovery-oriented exercises, including field trips to local geological sites, the local planetarium and several stargazing sessions for firsthand study of materials containing evidence for the processes and events studied in class. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 2. Fall semester.
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ES114* NPS Geosystems: Landscapes, Oceans and Atmosphere
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) Introduction to geology and meteorology, presenting Earth as an intricately coupled system that makes life possible. Landscapes, plate tectonics, oceans and atmosphere, chaos and weather prediction, climates and patterns of change, and landscape modification by the hydrologic system. Discovery-oriented lab includes field trips to geological sites. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 2. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) Introduction to geology and meteorology, presenting Earth as an intricately coupled system that makes life possible. Landscapes, plate tectonics, oceans and atmosphere, chaos and weather prediction, climates and patterns of change, and landscape modification by the hydrologic system. Discovery-oriented lab includes field trips to geological sites. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 2. Spring semester.
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ES216 Physical Geography
- 3.00 credits. Introduction to the physical bases for geography, including earth/sun relationships, map projections, weather patterns, climates and landforms. Register by Instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. Introduction to the physical bases for geography, including earth/sun relationships, map projections, weather patterns, climates and landforms. Register by Instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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ES275 Engineering and Environmental Geophysics (EGR 275)
- 3.00 credits. The theory and application of geophysical imaging methods to the investigation of subsurface materials and structures that are likely to have significant engineering and environmental implications. A wide variety of methods including seismic reflection, seismic refraction, electromagnetic, ground-penetrating radar, potential fields, electrical resistivity, and borehold logging will be introduced and examined. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 122. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
- 3.00 credits. The theory and application of geophysical imaging methods to the investigation of subsurface materials and structures that are likely to have significant engineering and environmental implications. A wide variety of methods including seismic reflection, seismic refraction, electromagnetic, ground-penetrating radar, potential fields, electrical resistivity, and borehold logging will be introduced and examined. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 122. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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HES215* HNR NPS Meteorology
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course - Honors) An introductory, yet comprehensive course about the atmosphere: causes, effects and geographic distribution of weather/climate. Scientific basis for meteorology, up to and including special emphasis on how the changing world of weather may affect our atmospheric environment. Hours: lecture/lab/discussion: 4. Register by Instructor.
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course - Honors) An introductory, yet comprehensive course about the atmosphere: causes, effects and geographic distribution of weather/climate. Scientific basis for meteorology, up to and including special emphasis on how the changing world of weather may affect our atmospheric environment. Hours: lecture/lab/discussion: 4. Register by Instructor.
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PHY103 General Physics I
- 4.00 credits. A study of the principles of physics, including mechanics (motion, equilibrium, work, energy and momentum), fluids, heat and oscillatory motion. Hours: lecture 3, discussion 1, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: Level II math placement or completion of Math Core requirement. Students who have credit for Physics 200 may not enroll in this course for credit. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the principles of physics, including mechanics (motion, equilibrium, work, energy and momentum), fluids, heat and oscillatory motion. Hours: lecture 3, discussion 1, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: Level II math placement or completion of Math Core requirement. Students who have credit for Physics 200 may not enroll in this course for credit. Fall semester.
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PHY104 General Physics II
- 4.00 credits. Continuation of Physics 103. Topics include waves, sound, electricity and magnetism, geometric optics, and radioactivity. Hours: lecture 3, discussion 1, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: PHY 103. Students who have credit for Physics 201 may not enroll in this course for credit. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. Continuation of Physics 103. Topics include waves, sound, electricity and magnetism, geometric optics, and radioactivity. Hours: lecture 3, discussion 1, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: PHY 103. Students who have credit for Physics 201 may not enroll in this course for credit. Spring semester.
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PHY105* NPS How Things Work
- 4.00 credit. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) Based on activities experienced in daily life, students will learn several physical concepts. By experiencing science at work students will become more comfortable with it and will understand the predictable nature of the universe and dispel the "magic" of science and technology. Students learn how various technologies work and will develop their physical intuition of the world. Topics may include: amusement park rides, bicycles, baseball, human movement, automobiles, clocks, musical instruments, audio amplifiers, radio, lasers, cameras, computers, copiers, power generation and distribution, and nuclear reactors. Course will include a laboratory component each week. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 1.5.
- 4.00 credit. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) Based on activities experienced in daily life, students will learn several physical concepts. By experiencing science at work students will become more comfortable with it and will understand the predictable nature of the universe and dispel the "magic" of science and technology. Students learn how various technologies work and will develop their physical intuition of the world. Topics may include: amusement park rides, bicycles, baseball, human movement, automobiles, clocks, musical instruments, audio amplifiers, radio, lasers, cameras, computers, copiers, power generation and distribution, and nuclear reactors. Course will include a laboratory component each week. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 1.5.
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PHY200 College Physics I
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to the basic concepts of mechanics, classical kinematics and dynamics (linear and rotational motion, work and energy, impulse and momentum), friction, statics and universal gravitation. Hours: combined lecture/discussion 4, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite or corequisite: MA 121. Students who have credit for Physics 103 may not enroll in this course for credit.
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to the basic concepts of mechanics, classical kinematics and dynamics (linear and rotational motion, work and energy, impulse and momentum), friction, statics and universal gravitation. Hours: combined lecture/discussion 4, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite or corequisite: MA 121. Students who have credit for Physics 103 may not enroll in this course for credit.
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PHY201 College Physics II
- 4.00 credits. A continuation of Physics 200. Introduction to the basic concepts of electricity and magnetism. Covering topics on fields, waves, potential, current, resistance, capacitance, inductance, direct current circuits, and alternating current circuits. Hours: combined lecture/discussion 4, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: PHY 200. Students who have credit for Physics 104 may not enroll in this course for credit. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. A continuation of Physics 200. Introduction to the basic concepts of electricity and magnetism. Covering topics on fields, waves, potential, current, resistance, capacitance, inductance, direct current circuits, and alternating current circuits. Hours: combined lecture/discussion 4, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: PHY 200. Students who have credit for Physics 104 may not enroll in this course for credit. Spring semester.
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PHY202 College Physics III
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to oscillations, fluids, thermodynamics, geometric optics, interference, diffraction and special relativity. The laboratory introduces numerical analysis and iterative solutions. Hours: combined lecture/discussion 4, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: PHY 200. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. Introduction to oscillations, fluids, thermodynamics, geometric optics, interference, diffraction and special relativity. The laboratory introduces numerical analysis and iterative solutions. Hours: combined lecture/discussion 4, laboratory 2. *Prerequisite: PHY 200. Fall semester.
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PHY215 Introductory Acoustics
- 3.00 credits. A study of the fundamentals of musical sound produced by wind and string instruments. The course covers vibrational and oscillatory motion, waves, types of sound, science and aesthetics, scales, pitch, beats, power and loudness, consonance, dissonance, chords and harmony. *Prerequisite: While they needn't be proficient, students must be able to produce specific notes (e.g., Bb or C#) on a wind or string instrument of their choice (to include human voice).
- 3.00 credits. A study of the fundamentals of musical sound produced by wind and string instruments. The course covers vibrational and oscillatory motion, waves, types of sound, science and aesthetics, scales, pitch, beats, power and loudness, consonance, dissonance, chords and harmony. *Prerequisite: While they needn't be proficient, students must be able to produce specific notes (e.g., Bb or C#) on a wind or string instrument of their choice (to include human voice).
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PHY221 Modern Physics (CH 343)
- 3.00 credits. Twentieth-century developments in the structure of the atom. Topics include X-rays, radioactivity, atomic spectra, blackbody radiation, introduction to quantum theory emphasizing the extranuclear structure of the atom, elementary particles, nuclear structure and transformations. This course is the same as Chemistry 343. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 122. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. Twentieth-century developments in the structure of the atom. Topics include X-rays, radioactivity, atomic spectra, blackbody radiation, introduction to quantum theory emphasizing the extranuclear structure of the atom, elementary particles, nuclear structure and transformations. This course is the same as Chemistry 343. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 122. Fall semester.
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PHY302 Electromagnetism (EGR 302)
- 3.00 credit. An intermediate course in electromagnetism including electro- and magnetostatics and dynamics, Maxwell's equations, macroscopic fields, electromagnetic waves and special relativity. *Prerequisite: PHY 201, and prerequisite or corequisite: MA 321. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
- 3.00 credit. An intermediate course in electromagnetism including electro- and magnetostatics and dynamics, Maxwell's equations, macroscopic fields, electromagnetic waves and special relativity. *Prerequisite: PHY 201, and prerequisite or corequisite: MA 321. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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PHY353 Advanced Physics Laboratory (CH 353)
- 3.00 credits. Experimentation, data acquisition, data analysis and technical presentations appropriate for the physical and chemical sciences. Emphasis on statistics of physical/chemical experimental data and computer methods of analysis, including electronic laboratory notebooks and computer networks. Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 6. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 121. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. Experimentation, data acquisition, data analysis and technical presentations appropriate for the physical and chemical sciences. Emphasis on statistics of physical/chemical experimental data and computer methods of analysis, including electronic laboratory notebooks and computer networks. Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 6. *Prerequisites: PHY 201 and MA 121. Fall semester.
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PHY361 Applied Quantum Mechanics/Advanced Topics in Applied Physics (EGR 361)
- 4.00 credits. Course offers an introduction to applied quantum mechanics, including a review of the origins of quantum mechanics, basic concepts and postulates, Schrodinger equation, simple one-dimensional potentials, potential wells, tunneling, Bloch theorem, harmonic oscillators, the hydrogen atom model, crystal structure, reciprocal lattice, Brillouin zone, band theory, effective mass, quantum statistics, Fermi level, thermal properties of crystals and phonons, basic charge transport, interaction with radiation, perturbation theory, and laser physics. The course is integrated by a weekly one-hour seminar, during which students will present a summary of their overview/research efforts on advanced topics. *Prerequisite: PHY 202. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
- 4.00 credits. Course offers an introduction to applied quantum mechanics, including a review of the origins of quantum mechanics, basic concepts and postulates, Schrodinger equation, simple one-dimensional potentials, potential wells, tunneling, Bloch theorem, harmonic oscillators, the hydrogen atom model, crystal structure, reciprocal lattice, Brillouin zone, band theory, effective mass, quantum statistics, Fermi level, thermal properties of crystals and phonons, basic charge transport, interaction with radiation, perturbation theory, and laser physics. The course is integrated by a weekly one-hour seminar, during which students will present a summary of their overview/research efforts on advanced topics. *Prerequisite: PHY 202. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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PHY371 Special Topics in Physics
- 3.00 credits. Topics in physics not covered in other courses. Register by Instructor.
- 3.00 credits. Topics in physics not covered in other courses. Register by Instructor.
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PHY423 General Relativity
- 3.00 credits. An introduction to calculus on manifolds, differential topology, exterior calculus, affine geometry, Riemannian geometry, special relativity and general relativity with applications to relativistic cosmology. *Prerequisites: MA 122 and 201, or permission of instructor. Offered as needed.
- 3.00 credits. An introduction to calculus on manifolds, differential topology, exterior calculus, affine geometry, Riemannian geometry, special relativity and general relativity with applications to relativistic cosmology. *Prerequisites: MA 122 and 201, or permission of instructor. Offered as needed.
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PHY484 Independent Study in Physics
- 3.00 credits. Study and experimentation in an area of interest to the student and faculty member. *Prerequisites: approval of Department Chair and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
- 3.00 credits. Study and experimentation in an area of interest to the student and faculty member. *Prerequisites: approval of Department Chair and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
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PHY491 Physics Research I
- 2.00 credits. An original experiment or theoretical investigation performed under the close supervision of a faculty member. A written thesis and a public seminar are required. Hours: laboratory 6. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. An original experiment or theoretical investigation performed under the close supervision of a faculty member. A written thesis and a public seminar are required. Hours: laboratory 6. Register by Instructor.
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PHY492 Physics Research II
- 2.00 credits. An original experiment or theoretical investigation performed under the close supervision of a faculty member. A written thesis and a public seminar are required. Hours: laboratory 6. Register by Instructor.
- 2.00 credits. An original experiment or theoretical investigation performed under the close supervision of a faculty member. A written thesis and a public seminar are required. Hours: laboratory 6. Register by Instructor.
