CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
Chair: Paul A. Flowers
Faculty: Suellen Cabe, Jose J. D’Arruda*, Thomas A. Dooling, Dennis J. Edgell**, Martin Farley, Leonard D. Holmes, Sivanadane Mandjiny, Mark McClure, John E. Reissner, Timothy M. Ritter, Thomas E. Ross, Felicia Scott, Meredith L. Storms, Harold J. Teague
* Pre‑Engineering Coordinator
**Geography/Geology Coordinator
Adjunct Faculty for Medical Technology Program:
McLeod Regional Medical Center: Vicki T. Anderson, Medical Technology Program Director, Vera C. Hyman, Medical Director
The Chemistry
and Physics Department offers a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in
Chemistry, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Physics. The Chemistry program is approved by the
American Chemical Society and offers specializations in the following
areas: (1) Professional (2)
Environmental (3) Molecular Biotechnology (4) Pre-Health Professions (5)
Medical Technology (6) Pre-Pharmacy (7) Forensic Chemistry. Students who have completed the programs
have been successful at entering professional schools, gaining employment in
government and industry, as well as pursuing graduate studies in chemistry.
The Chemistry and Physics
Department also offers a pre‑engineering program. This two-year program
prepares students for entry into an engineering program at North Carolina A
& T State University, North Carolina State University, and the University
of North Carolina at Charlotte.
The curriculum in Geology and
Geography is designed to fulfill multiple needs of the student. Courses in Geography can be used to meet
General Education requirements in Social and Behavioral Sciences. Courses in Geology can be used to meet
General Education requirements in Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Geography and Geology courses provide the
scientific foundation for the investigation and understanding of the physical
and cultural environments of the Earth, and their interactions. Geology courses are also used to meet
requirements in the science education, biology education, and middle school
science education programs. Geography
and Geology both offer Minors and Academic Concentrations. No major is offered in either discipline.
Course offerings in the
interdepartmental Bachelor of Science Degree program in Science Education with
concentrations in Chemistry, Earth Science, and Physics are also offered
through the Chemistry and Physics Department. The Department also cooperates
with the Education Department in coordinating a science concentration of the
B.S. in Middle Grades Education (6‑9).
For students seeking a
baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education, Special Education, or Physical
Education, the Chemistry and Physics Department offers Academic Concentrations
in Geology, Geography, and Physics.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED PHYSICS
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Applied Physics |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements |
|
|
PHY 200, 201, 206, 207,
218, 256, 300, 320, 326, 356, 420, 499 |
32 |
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131 |
8 |
|
CSC 205 |
3 |
|
MAT 221, 222, 315, 316,
322 |
18 |
|
Electives |
18 |
|
|
Total: 124 |
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements* |
|
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 250, 251, 298, 410, 427 |
33 |
|
PHY 150, 151, 156, 157 or
PHY 200, 201, 206, 207 |
8 |
|
MAT 107, 108, (or
equivalent 109), 221, 222 |
14 |
|
BIO 100 |
3 |
|
Electives |
31 |
|
|
Total: 122 |
PROFESSIONAL
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: Professional |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements* |
|
|
CHM 130, 131, 110, 111,
226, 227, 250, 251, 298, 311, 312, 399, 410, 411, 426, 427 |
49 |
|
PHY 200, 201, 206, 207 |
8 |
|
MAT 109, 221, 222 |
12 |
|
Electives |
20 |
|
|
Total: 122 |
ENVIRONMENTAL
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: Environmental |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements* |
|
|
BIO 210 |
3 |
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 230, 250, 251, 298, 311, 312, 410, 427 |
41 |
|
GLY 115, 115L, 262 |
6 |
|
PHY 150, 151, 156, 157 or
200, 201, 206, 207 |
8 |
|
MAT 107 and 108 (or 109
equivalent), 221, 222 |
14(12) |
|
Electives |
12-14 |
|
|
Total: 122 |
MOLECULAR BIOTECHNOLOGY
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: Molecular Biotechnology |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements* |
|
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 250, 251, 298, 311, 312, 321, 331, 351, 399, 410, [427]* |
49 |
|
PHY 120, 150, 151, 156,
157, 341 |
13 |
|
MAT 107, 210, 215 |
10 |
|
BIO 100, 315, [322, 371]** |
15 |
|
|
Total: 122 |
**Electives
BIOMEDICAL
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: Pre-Health Professions (See Health Professions
Programs for a description of this program.) |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements* |
|
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 250, 251, 298, 311, 331 |
32 |
|
PHY 150, 151, 156, 157 |
8 |
|
MAT 107, 210, 215 |
10 |
|
BIO 100&L, 102, 211, 212, 315, 371,
472 |
28 |
|
Electives
(CHM 410 Strongly Recommended) |
11 |
|
|
Total: 122 |
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: Medical Technology (See Health Professions Programs
for a description of this program.) |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements |
|
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 250, 251, 311, 312 |
28 |
|
MAT 107, 210 |
6 |
|
BIO 100&L, 102,315,
371 |
16 |
|
**CSC 100 and Electives |
4 |
|
Clinical
Training in Approved Hospital Program (30 semester hours) |
30 |
|
|
Total: 122 |
**Students
electing to apply to McLeod Regional Medical Center must take Introduction to
Computer Science and one additional elective hour.
PRE-PHARMACY
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements |
|
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 250, 251, 298, 311, 312, 410 |
33 |
|
MAT 107, 108 or 109, 221, 222 |
12-14 |
|
BIO 100 & L and either 211, 212, or 315 |
8 |
|
PHY 150, 151, 156, 157 or
200, 201, 206, 207 |
8 |
|
Pharm. D. program work** |
26 |
|
|
Total: 120-122 |
**This
program will allow 26 hours credit for the first year in an approved Doctor of
Pharmacy program following completion of a 94- to 96-hour UNCP curriculum. A formal agreement between UNCP and Howard
University School of Pharmacy has been negotiated.
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
|
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Chemistry: Forensic Chemistry |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements* |
44 |
|
Major
Requirements* |
|
|
BIO 100 & Lab |
4 |
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131,
226, 227, 250, 251, 298, 311, 312, 321, 322, 410, 420, 427 |
45 |
|
CRJ 200, 210, 300, 315 |
12 |
|
PHY 150, 151, 156, 157,
or 200, 201, 206, 207 |
8 |
|
MAT 107 and 108 (or 109).
221, 222 |
14
(12) |
|
Electives
(CHM 480 strongly recommended) |
6
(8) |
|
|
Total: 122 |
*Students who plan a major in
Chemistry should request an advisor in the Chemistry and Physics Department and
consult with that advisor before registering for General Education
courses. Twelve hours of General
Education courses are listed separately above as specific required courses.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SCIENCE EDUCATION (9-12)
Coordinator: Rachel McBroom
Upon successful completion of the program of
study in Science Education and related requirements, graduates are eligible for
an “A” license to teach in the State of North Carolina. For a more detailed description, including
the program standards and goals and objectives, turn to Undergraduate Licensure
Programs in the School of Education section of this catalog.
|
Course Requirements |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman Seminar and General Education |
45(33)* |
|
Specialty Area—Select one area of
concentration (*12 semester hours of Natural Sciences and Mathematics may
count toward General Ed) |
|
|
Biology Concentration: See Biology Dept. for listing of course
requirements. |
62 |
|
Chemistry Concentration: CHM 130 & 110, 131 & 111, 226, 227, 250, 251, 311, 312 Guided Electives in Chemistry - 4 hours MAT 221, 222 BIO 100 & 100L; 101 or 102 GLY 115 & 115L, 125 & 125L PHY 150 & 156, 151 & 157 Guided Electives – 2 hours |
62 |
|
Earth Science Concentration: GLY 100 & 100L or 115 & 115L; 125 & 125L, 226, 246, 262, 310, 325 select one: GLY 366; 425; GLYS 4xx PHS 156 MAT 109 CHM 130 & 110, 131 & 111, 250 BIO 100 & BIO 100L; 101 or 102 PHY 150 & 156, 151 & 157 Guided Electives– 1 hour |
62 |
|
Physics Concentration: PHY 150 or 200, 151 or 201, 156 or 206, 157 or 207, 218, 256, 300, 320, 326, 400 Guided Electives – 2 hours MAT 221, 222, 322 BIO 100 & 100L; 101 or 102 GLY 115 & 115L CHM 130 & 110, 131 & 111 PHS 156 |
62 |
|
Professional Studies EDN 302, 308, 350, 419, SED 300 |
15 |
|
Content Pedagogy SCE 300, 301, 400 CSC 405 SCE 449 |
18 |
|
General Electives (as taken within
area of concentration above) |
0 |
|
Biology Concentration Total: Chemistry Concentration Total: Earth Science Concentration Total: Physics Concentration Total: |
128 128 128 128 |
NOTE: Students who desire teacher licensure in Science Education should declare the major as soon as possible in their college career. Consultation with the Program Coordinator or program advisor prior to registering for General Education courses is strongly recommended.
LICENSURE IN SCIENCE FOR MIDDLE GRADES EDUCATION (6-9)
Students majoring in Middle Grades Education (6-9) are required to
complete two teaching specialty areas.
For a detailed description of the program of study in Middle Grades
Education, including the program standards and goals and objectives, turn to
Undergraduate Licensure Programs in the School of Education section of this
catalog.
Students majoring in Middle Grades Education (6‑9) with
a Science teaching specialty area should consult with the Coordinator of
Undergraduate Science Education in the Department of Biology and the Middle
Grades Program Coordinator in the School of Education.,
turn to Undergraduate Licensure Programs in the School of Education section of
this catalog.
|
Requirements for Licensure in Science for
a B.S. in Middle Grades Education (6‑9) |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
PHS
110, 108, 109 or PHY 150, 151, 156, 157; BIO 100, 100L, 103; CHM 130 &
110; GLY 115, 115L; SCE 300, 350 |
|
|
|
Total:
24 |
ACADEMIC CONCENTRATIONS
For students seeking a
baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education, Special Education, or Physical
Education, the Department offers several Academic Concentration options of
24-26 hours each. An Academic Concentration
is available to other students, regardless of major.
|
Required Courses for an Academic
Concentration in Physics |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
PHY
150, 156, 151, 157, 218, 256, 300, 320, 326, 448 |
|
|
|
Total:
24 |
|
Required Courses for an Academic
Concentration in Geography |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
GGY 102 and 250 Choose 3 courses from the following: GGY 115, 200, 206, 246, 262 Choose 3 courses from the following:
GGY 329, 372, 401, |
|
|
|
Total:
24-25 |
|
Required Courses for an Academic
Concentration in Geology |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
GGY 102 and 250 GLY 100 & 100L or GLY 115 & 115L; GLY 125 & 125L Choose 6 courses from the following:
GLY 226, 246, 250, 262, 310, 325, 366, 425, GLYS 4xx |
|
|
|
Total: 26 |
MINORS
Requirements for a Minor in Physics:
A minor in Physics is available to all undergraduates and requires the following: PHY 200, 201, 206, 207, and 10 additional hours in Physics selected from the course above the 100 level. The Chemistry and Physics Department has Co‑op programs available. For more information, see Chemistry and Physics Department Chair.
|
Required Courses for a Minor in Geography |
|
|
GGY 102 and 250 Choose 2 courses from the following: GGY 115, 200, 206, 226, 246, 262 Choose 2 courses from the following:
GGY 329, 372, 377, 401, |
|
|
|
Total: 18-19 |
|
Required Courses for a Minor in Geology |
|
|
GLY 100 & 100L or GLY 115 & 115L; GLY 125 & 125L Choose 4 courses from the following:
GLY 226, 246, 250, 262, 310, 325, 366, 425, GLYS 4xx; GGY 250 |
|
|
|
Total: 20 |
PRE-ENGINEERING PROGRAM
Pre‑Engineering Program
The Department of Chemistry
and Physics is able to offer a pre‑engineering program to selected
students. Students selected into this program complete two years of a
prescribed program at UNC Pembroke. Upon successful completion of this program,
these students can transfer into their junior year at one of the engineering
schools mentioned below.
Admission to the program is
through a formal interview with the Committee on Pre‑engineering.
Requests for interviews can be made any time with the departmental secretary.
Additional information may be obtained from the chair of the Chemistry and
Physics Department.
This two-year program prepares
students for entry into an engineering program at North Carolina A & T
University, North Carolina State University, and the University of North
Carolina at Charlotte. However,
completion of the UNCP program does not guarantee acceptance into the
engineering school at one of these institutions. The student must also satisfy admission requirements for transfer
students, and these usually include an acceptable grade point average. Thus, a student should know the admission
requirements of the school he or she expects to attend.
|
Requirements for the Pre-Engineering
Program |
Sem. Hrs. |
|
Freshman
Seminar |
1 |
|
General
Education Requirements |
18 |
|
Major
Requirements |
|
|
CHM 110, 111, 130, 131 |
8 |
|
PHY 200, 201, 206, 207 |
8 |
|
MAT 221, 222, 316, 322 |
15 |
|
CSC 155, 205 |
6 |
|
EGR 200, 201, 205 |
8 |
|
|
Total: 64 |
COURSES
CHEMISTRY (CHM)
CHM 110. General Chemistry Laboratory I
Laboratory exercises correlated with topics of Chemistry 130. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. Note: Laboratory is required for presentation of General Chemistry as a professional requirement or prerequisite.
CHM 111. General Chemistry Laboratory II
Laboratory exercises correlated with topics of Chemistry 131. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. Note: Laboratory is required for presentation of General Chemistry as a professional requirement or prerequisite.
CHM 112. Chemistry for Health Sciences Laboratory I
Laboratory exercises correlated with topics of Chemistry 140. Fall. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Enrollment in or completion of 140.
CHM 113. Chemistry for Health Sciences Laboratory II
Laboratory exercises correlated with topics of Chemistry 141. Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Enrollment in or completion of 141.
CHM 130. General Chemistry I
Composition, structure, and properties of matter, including stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure and theory, chemical periodicity, and equilibrium. Fall, Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
CHM 131. General Chemistry II
Chemical reactivity, including properties of solutions, kinetics and equilibrium, acids and bases, and electrochemistry. Basic chemical principles applied to organic, inorganic, and nuclear systems. Fall, Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Chemistry 130.
CHM 140. Chemistry for Health Sciences I
A broad survey of general chemistry topics relevant to the allied health fields, including composition, structure and properties of matter, equilibrium, and acids and bases. This course is intended for students interested in allied health specializations and may not serve as a prerequisite for upper level chemistry courses. Fall. Credit, 3 semester hours.
CHM 141. Chemistry for Health Sciences II
A broad survey of organic and biochemical topics relevant to the allied health fields, including compound classes, major reactions, and metabolism. This course is intended for students interested in allied health specializations and may not serve as prerequisite for upper level chemistry courses. Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 140.
CHM 226. Elementary Inorganic Chemistry
Fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry, including coordination and nuclear chemistry, will be examined through a study of the descriptive chemistry of metallic and nonmetallic elements. Laboratories will involve the preparation and characterization of technologically important chemical substances. Fall/Spring. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 131.
CHM 227. Analytical Chemistry
The principles and techniques of classical and simple instrumental methods of chemical analysis will be examined with an emphasis on quality assurance and method validation concepts. Laboratories will involve the use of these analytical techniques in the determination of substances in a variety of sample matrices. Fall. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 131.
CHM 230. Basic Environmental Chemistry
A study of chemical processes of the earth’s lithosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere, emphasizing environmental issues associated with human activity. Laboratory projects will include the collection, processing, and analysis of soil, water, and air samples. As announced. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 131
CHM 250, 251. Organic Chemistry I and II
The aliphatic and aromatic carbon compounds with special emphasis on structure, major reactions, and reaction mechanisms. A laboratory is included. Fall, Spring. Credit, 4 semester hours each. PREREQ: CHM 131 is prerequisite for CHM 250; CHM 250 is prerequisite for CHM 251.
CHM 298. Scientific Literature
Introduction to methodology of researching topics in the chemical literature. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: CHM 250.
CHM 311. Biochemistry
A study of the chemical constitution of living matter and the biochemical build‑up and breakdown of molecules in living organisms. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: One semester of Organic Chemistry.
CHM 312. Experimental Methods in Biochemistry
A student laboratory which deals with the experimental methods used in biochemistry. As announced. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Enrollment in, or completion of, CHM 311.
CHM 321. Biochemistry II
A continuation and more thorough treatment of biochemical principles considered in CHM 311. Topics include: (1) enzyme mechanisms (2) bioenergetics and metabolism (3) biological membranes (4) regulation of gene expression. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 311.
CHM 324. DNA Analysis Laboratory
A student laboratory involving experiments focused on the isolation, manipulation, and analysis of DNA from various sources. As announced. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Enrollment in, or completion of, CHM 321.
CHM 331. Bioanalytical Chemistry
A laboratory intensive course examining fundamental and practical aspects of analytical methods for the separation and analysis of biological compounds and macromolecules. As announced. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 227.
CHM 351. Bioprocessing
A laboratory intensive course designed to train students in selected aspects of fermentation for the production of biochemicals and macromolecules. Students will learn theory and practical application for important techniques in projects related to fermentation and bioconversion. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: BIO 315 or BIO 371 and CHM 311.
CHM 352. Organic Chemistry III
A study of organic chemistry emphasizing the major spectroscopic methods, including NMR, IR, UV/Visible, and MASS SPEC, and how data from these sources are used to determine the molecular structure of organic compounds. Laboratory projects are included. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of instructor and must be registered in either CHM 399 or CHM 499 for 1-3 semester hours.
CHM 361. Bioseparations Technology
A laboratory intensive course designed to train students in selected aspects of the separation and downstream processing of biomolecules. The specific objectives include the application of: (1) product recovery methods, (2) product purification technology to biomanufacturing. The technologies will be explored in view of bench scale, pilot and commercial scale processes. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 251
CHM 399. Research in Chemistry
This course involves student research on projects supervised by departmental faculty. Both laboratory and library work are typically included, and a formal report of results is required upon completion of the project. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1‑3 semester hours. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of Department Chair.
CHM 410, 411. Physical Chemistry
A theoretical and mathematical treatment of the fundamental laws and theories underlying the science of chemistry. Included is a student laboratory which deals with experimental methods used in physical chemistry. As announced. Credit, 4 semester hours each. PREREQ: MAT 221, MAT 222, PHY 150, and PHY 200 is recommended
CHM 420. Forensic Chemistry
An examination of chemical theories and practices related to the analysis of physical evidence in criminal investigations. Three one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory meeting weekly. As announced. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 227 and 311.
CHM 426. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
The bonding, structure, and reactions of inorganic substances will be explored through applications of appropriate physico‑chemical theories. Laboratory projects are included which employ a variety of instrumental methods to examine thermodynamic and kinetic properties of inorganic systems. As announced. 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 226, CHM 410.
CHM 427. Instrumental Analysis
Advanced topics related to instrumental methods of chemical analysis will be examined. Laboratory projects will focus on the finer points of data acquisition, analysis, and evaluation. Spring. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: CHM 227, CHM 410; PHY 151/157 or PHY 201/207.
CHM 480. Internship in Chemistry
Experiential learning through work with an external agency. Internships are arranged on an individual basis and must involve chemistry-related work and supervision by both the agency’s staff and a University faculty member. An internship application must be approved by the Department Chair prior to registration. Academic credit will be awarded at a maximum rate of 1 semester hour for each 40 clock hours of work with the agency. Fall, Spring, Summer. Credit, 1-4 semester hours. PREREQ: 24 semester hours of CHM course work and consent of the Department Chair.
CHM 499. Independent Study in Chemistry
Individual study in advanced areas of chemistry. Offered for chemistry majors only. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 to 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of Department Chair.
CHMS 44x. Special Topics in Chemistry
Advanced class study in selected areas of chemistry. As announced. Credit, 1‑3 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of the Instructor.
CHMS 49x. Seminar
A seminar series in which current research projects are presented and discussed. Most seminars will be presented by visiting scientists recruited from research laboratories in industry and universities. Fall/Spring. Credit, 1 hour per semester; may be repeated for up to 4 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of instructor.
ENGINEERING (EGR)
EGR 200. Engineering Statics
The study of engineering statics using vector calculus. Basic concepts, forces, and equilibrium analysis, distributed forces, centroids, moments of inertia, virtual work, applications to machines, structures, and systems. An announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ OR COREQ: PHY 200, MAT 221.
EGR 201. Engineering Dynamics
The study of engineering dynamics using vector calculus. Equations of motion, kinematics, kinetics of mass points and systems of mass points, kinetics, and kinematics of rigid bodies. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: EGR 200.
EGR 205. Engineering Graphics
Introduction to graphical representation and engineering drawing. Instrument and freehand drawing of structures and machine parts, including isometric, oblique, and perspective drawings, sectional and auxiliary views, and orthographic projections. (Laboratory) Fall/Spring. Credit, 2 semester hrs.
GEOGRAPHY (GGY)
GGY 101. Principles of Geography
The study of the earth’s physical and human geography from a spatial perspective. Techniques and methodology to study interactions between human activities and the physical environment are emphasized. Fall and Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 102. World Regional Geography
Survey of most countries and regions of the world. An examination of cultures, economies, and physical characteristics as they relate to regional development and contemporary problems in world affairs. Presents an overview of the multicultural earth. Fall and Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 115. Earth Science (GLY 115)
The same course as GLY 115. Spring, Fall. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 115L. Earth Science Laboratory (GLY 115L)
The same course as GLY 115L. Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour.
GGY 200. Cultural Geography
Concept of culture applied to the human environment. Geographical variations and evolution resulting from interaction between cultural and physical processes. Culture and technological change. Population and migration. Cultural effects on perception of the environment. Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 206. Economic Geography (ECN 206)
Geographic analysis of the location, development and distribution of major industries, resources, agricultural products, and economic services. Study of economic development problems and prospects. Fall and Spring. Credit 3 semester hours.
GGY 246. Weather and Climate (GLY 246, PHS 246)
Study of atmospheric elements and controls, weather analysis and forecasting, and air pollution issues. Also includes a survey of world climate regions and applications of climate data. Fall and Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 250. Introduction to Cartography
Concepts and skills of map use and interpretation. Cartographic techniques and conventions for production of thematic maps. Basic concepts of geographic information systems and remote sensing. Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 262. Environmental Geology (GLY 262)
The same course as GLY 262. Fall, odd years. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 329. Society and the Environment (SOC 329)
A study of the social aspects of the natural environment. Environmental factors influencing societal development, and ideological conceptions which relate people to their surroundings are explored. The interdependence of culture and physical resources is stressed. Fall, odd years. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 372. North America
Analysis of physical and cultural bases of North American geographic patterns. Emphasis upon natural conditions, settlement patterns, and regional structure. As Announced. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GGY 377. Geography of American Indians
An historical and cultural geography of American Indians from the time of European contact. Will focus upon population dynamics, settlement, patterns, economic development, land use, and physical resources. Spring, even numbered years. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GGY 101 or GGY 102.
GGY 401. Internship in Geography
Practical experience with a planning agency through an arranged internship. Supervision is provided by a designated official of the agency and by a member of the department faculty. As Announced. Credit, 4 semester hours. PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
GGYS 4xx. Special Topics in Geography
This course will focus on a topic of general interest and explore it in depth. The topic will be announced in the schedule of classes. Possible topics include regional areas, such as Sub-Saharan Africa, or specialized fields such as Quantitative methods in Climatology, or Geographic Information Systems. The course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. As Announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GGY 102 or permission of instructor.
GEOLOGY (GLY)
GLY 100. Physical Geology
Introduction to earth materials and processes. Topics include minerals and rocks, weathering, landscape formation by streams, glaciers and ocean waves, study of volcanoes, earthquakes and plate tectonics. As Announced. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GLY 100L. Physical Geology Laboratory
Study of common minerals and rocks; use of topographic and geologic maps. As Announced. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Current enrollment in or completion of GLY 100.
GLY 115. Earth Science (GGY 115)
Includes topics in geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy. Minerals and rocks, volcanoes, earthquakes; ocean tides and currents, shoreline processes; atmospheric pressure, wind, precipitation, weather patterns; sky observation, solar system. Fall, Spring. Credit, 3 semester hrs.
GLY 115L. Earth Science Laboratory (GGY 115L)
Study of common minerals and rocks, topographic maps, climate classification, weather processes. Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Current enrollment in or completion of GLY 115.
GLY 125. Earth History
Geologic history of the earth as recorded in the rock record. Topics include geologic time, evolution of the atmosphere, continents and oceans, fossils, and the development of life through time. Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 100 or GLY 115.
GLY 125L. Earth History Laboratory
Study of animal and plant fossils, environments of deposition, geologic maps. Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: Current enrollment in or completion of GLY 125.
GLY 226. Oceanography
Ocean circulation, properties of ocean water, waves and tides, and processes of shoreline erosion and deposition. The relationship between marine processes and human use of coastal areas will be emphasized. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 100 or GLY 115.
GLY 246. Weather and Climate (GGY 246, PHS 246)
The same course as Geography 246. Fall and Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
GLY 262. Environmental Geology (GGY 262)
Aspects of geology related to problems arising from intensive use of the earth by modern society. The use of earth materials, energy resources and groundwater will be considered along with land use planning. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 100 or GLY 115.
GLY 310. Minerals and Rocks
Study of minerals and rocks with an emphasis on origins, classification and identification. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 100 or GLY 115.
GLY 325. Paleontology
Study of fossil invertebrates, vertebrates and plants with emphasis on evolutionary trends. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 100 or GLY 115 & BIO 100.
GLY 366. Geomorphology
Advanced study of land forms‑fluvial, solution, glacial, marine, eolian, volcanic, and structural. History of geomorphic theories and regional land forms will also be covered. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 100 or GLY 115.
GLY 425. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology
Study of environments of deposition of sediments and stratigraphic principles including facies and correlation. Classic examples from the geologic record will be used. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 125.
GLYS 4xx. Special Topics in Geology
This course will focus on a topic of general interest and explore it in depth. The topic will be announced in the schedule of classes. Possible topics include dinosaurs, natural disasters, etc. The course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. As Announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: GLY 115.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE (PHS)
PHS 108, 109. Physical Science Laboratory I and II
Laboratory activities designed to parallel and reinforce the concepts presented in PHS 110 and 111. Fall/Spring. Credit. 1 semester hour each. PREREQ: Enrollment in or completion of PHS 110 or equivalent.
PHS 110, 111. Physical Science I and II
Intended for the nonscience major, these courses serve as an introduction to fundamental concepts in chemistry and physics. Fall/Spring. Credit. 3 semester hours each. PREREQ: None for PHS 110; PHS 110 or equivalent for PHS 111.
PHS 116. Exploring Man’s Energy Choices
A survey of the evolution of the energy crisis. The various energy alternatives are considered with regard to the technological, environmental, and economic problems associated with each. Fall. Credit, 3 semester hours.
PHS 156. Astronomy
A study of all matter and energy in the universe, emphasizing the concentration of this matter and energy in evolving bodies such as planets, stars, and galaxies. Topics include the sun, solar systems, stars, black holes, pulsars, supernova and quasars. Fall, Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
PHS 157. Astronomy Laboratory
Astronomical observations and principles of experimentation, includes knowledge of the sky and its motions, optics, star and galaxy properties both with real physical experiments and computer simulations. Hands-on laboratory, usually held in the evenings so the heavens can be observed on clear nights. This course is often taken simultaneously with Astronomy 156. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour. PREREQ: enrollment in or completion of PHS 156.
PHS 246. Weather and Climate (GGY 246, GLY 246)
The same course as Geography 246. Fall and Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours.
PHYSICS (PHY)
PHY 100. Elementary Physics I
In an essentially descriptive fashion this course described the nature of: motion and its causes, energy, momentum, theory of relativity, heat and temperature, pressure, sound, and others. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours.
PHY 101. Elementary Physics II
In the fashion of PHY 101, this course describes the nature of electricity and magnetism, light and optical devices, and the atom (what we now know and what we believe we can’t know). As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: It is helpful (but not required) to have taken PHY 100 as background for this course.
PHY 120. Science and Computing
A broad survey of topics related to the role computers play in science. No special knowledge is required of the student as the course is meant as an introduction to anyone interested in how computers are used in the field of science. Topics will include design and function of the PC, data collection and analysis, the Internet, Fortran programming, and basic word processing. As announced. Credit, 2 semester hours.
PHY 150, 151. College Physics I, II
A treatment of the subject matter of general physics (listed, in part, under 100, 101) at a level of thoroughness expected in such curricula as pre‑med, biochemistry, etc. (for pre‑engineering or physics curricula see PHY 200, 201). Fall, Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours each. PREREQ: for PHY 150, MAT 107 or equivalent; for PHY 151, completion of PHY 150.
PHY 156, 157. College Physics Lab I, II
A student laboratory to complement and reinforce the physical relationships discussed in the lecture classes. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hr. each. PREREQ: for PHY 156, enrollment in or completion of PHY 100 or 150; for PHY 157, enrollment in or completion of PHY 101 or 151.
PHY 200. University Physics I
A study of Classical Newtonian mechanics with an emphasis on Newton’s three laws of motion. This calculus based course describes the nature of motion, forces, energy, momentum, collisions, rotation, gravitation, sound, and heat. A beginning course expected in such curricula as pre-engineering, physics, etc. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ OR COREQ: MAT 221.
PHY 201. University Physics II
A calculus based study of electricity, magnetism, optics, relativity, quantum and nuclear physics. A beginning course expected in such curricula as pre-engineering, physics, etc. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 200.
PHY 206. University Physics Laboratory I
A student laboratory to complement and reinforce the physical relationships discussed in the University Physics lecture classes. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour each. PREREQ: Enrollment in or completion of PHY 200.
PHY 207. University Physics Laboratory II
A student laboratory to complement and reinforce the physical relationships discussed in the University Physics lecture classes. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour each. PREREQ: Enrollment in or completion of PHY 201.
PHY 218. Optics
Optical instruments such as cameras, telescopes, and many more are discussed. Their uses, limitations, and how they work are all included. Experimentation comprises half of the course. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 101, 151, or 201.
PHY 221. Hardware and Software Concepts
Introductory class exploring the role of computers in contemporary physics. Topics of discussion include hardware architecture, basic concepts in programming, and the application of existing software to classical problems. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: CSC 205, PHY 200.
PHY 256. Modern Physics
A survey of the physics of the 20th century. The fundamental ideas of the theory of relativity and quantum mechanics via the anomalies that led to their formulation. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 101, 151, or 201.
PHY 288. Methods of Computational Science
An overview of the methods common to computational science. Topics to include numerical differentiation and integration, Monte Carlo techniques, and how to use higher level programs, e.g. Maple, Mathematica, or Gaussian. Students will also be introduced to computing on a supercomputer with projects to be completed via the North Carolina Super Computer Center (NCSC). As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 221.
PHY 300. Classical Mechanics
Mechanics of particles and system of particles. Solution of problems in Newtonian Mechanics, one dimensional motion, linear, damped, and driven oscillations; two particle collisions, introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Dynamics. Central force motion. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 150 or 200 and a working knowledge of calculus.
PHY 320, 321. Electricity and Magnetism
Electrostatics, magnetic and electric fields, capacitance, inductance, electric machinery and meters. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours each. PREREQ: PHY 101, 151, or 201 and working knowledge of calculus for PHY 320; PHY 320 for 321.
PHY 326. Heat and Temperature
Heat and its effects. heat engines and their limitations. The concepts of entropy and other facets of thermodynamics. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 100, 150, or 200 and a working knowledge of calculus.
PHY 336. Mathematical Physics
Three dimensional vector and tensor calculus. Green’s and Stoke’s theorems. Vector spaces, linear independence, orthogonality. Hermitian and unitary operators. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors of operators, functions spaces as vector spaces, and elements of the theory of distributions. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: A working knowledge of calculus.
PHY 341. Biophysics
Physics applied to biological phenomena, particularly from the point of view of molecular systems and processes. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Two semesters of physics, a semester of biology and organic chemistry.
PHY 356. Modern Electronics
An introduction to Analog and Digital Electronics. Problems and techniques of interfacing with laboratory instruments and computers. Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 115 or 151 or 201 or equivalent.
PHY 388. Advanced Computational Physics
A project driven course in which the student will use various computational approaches to solve standard and/or modern problems in physics. Techniques will include C++ programming, Fortran programming, and advanced applications of software packages such as Maple, Mathematica, or Gaussian. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 288.
PHY 390. Computational Research in Physics
Requirements for this course include the completion of one or more computationally oriented research projects. Topics will be chosen from current interest across the broad spectrum of contemporary physics. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 388.
PHY 400. Quantum Mechanics
Generalized eigenvalue problems, angular momentum, spin, the hydrogen atom, and perturbation theory with selected applications from atomic, solid state, and nuclear physics. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 256 and a working knowledge of calculus.
PHY 420/421. Advanced Laboratory I & II
Modern physics experiments available from several areas. Choices include: atomic physics, NMR, nuclear physics, radio astronomy, optics and spectroscopy. As announced. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of Instructor.
PHY 499. Independent Study
Independent study with departmental faculty member. As announced. Credit, 1-3 semester hours. PREREQ: Consent of Department Chair and Instructor.
PHYS 4xx. Special Topics
Individual study either of subject matter in existing courses (in more depth) or of subjects for which there is no present formal course. As announced. Credit, 1‑3 semester hours. PREREQ: PHY 101, 151, or 201; MAT 222.
SCIENCE EDUCATION (SCE)
SCE 300. Early Experiences for Prospective Science Teachers
An introduction to the teaching of science for prospective secondary science teachers. A minimum of 16 clock hours of directed classroom observations and planned participation in actual classroom settings and 8 clock hours of seminar class instruction in the teaching area. Fall, Spring. Credit, 1 semester hour.
SCE 301. Practicum for Secondary Science Teachers
Two two‑hour laboratories per week, practical experiences in setting up laboratories in the life and physical sciences. The student will be assigned to members of the participating science departments as laboratory assistants. Fall, Spring. Credit, 2 semester hours. PREREQ: SCE 300 and at least 16 semester hours of science in area of concentration.
SCE 350. The Teaching of Science in the Middle Grades (6‑9)
Purposes, methods, materials, and evaluation procedures in the life and physical sciences; preparation of teaching plans and materials appropriate for teaching science in the middle grades. Fall, Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Junior Standing
SCE 400. Teaching Science in the Secondary School
Purpose, methods, materials, and evaluation procedures in the life and physical sciences; preparation of teaching plans and materials. Spring. Credit, 3 semester hours. PREREQ: SCE 300, 301, and admission to Professional Semester.
SCE 449. Internship in Science in Secondary Schools
Provides continuous full-time teaching experiences in an off-campus public school setting. Pass/Fail grading. Fall, Spring. Credit, 9 semester hours. PREREQ: SCE 400.
SCE 550. Science in the Middle School (6-9)
A study of subject matter, materials, and methods for teaching science in the middle school. Credit, 3 semester hours.