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PE 1670 - Figure Skating Beginning
1 credit
Designed for students desiring to learn basic figure skating skills. Conditioning and skill development achieved through active participation.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1671 - Figure Skating Intermediate
1 credit
Designed for students with basic figure skating skills who are interested in becoming more proficient skaters and learning new techniques and skills. Conditioning and skill development achieved through active participation.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1680 - Curling
1 credit
Designed for students desiring to learn the rules, skills, strategies, and etiquette of curling.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1700 - Dance
1 credit
Designed to help students enhance their basic skills and enjoyment of dance through the following forms: jazz, modern, ballet, ballroom, social, Latin, western swing, etc.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1701 - Introduction to Modern Dance
1 credit
Designed for individuals to gain basic dance experience through a wide variety of modern and post-modern dance techniques and choreographic exercises.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1702 - Modern Dance Intermediate
1 credit
Designed for individuals to expand their dance experience through a wide range of modern and post-modern dance techniques and choreographic exercises.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1705 - Ballet
1 credit:
This course is a ballet technique class for adults. Correct technique and alignment will be stressed. Basic ballet positions of the body will be learned or reviewed. Barre work will be followed by center work.
Pass/Fail Only
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PE 1710 - Western Swing
1 credit
Designed to help students enhance their basic skills and enjoyment of country western swing dance (e.g., western swing, two-step, waltz, cowboy cha-cha, line dancing, etc.).
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1711 - Western Swing Intermediate
1 credit
Designed for students who have basic western swing dancing skills and would like to develop and improve their techniques.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1720 - Social and Ballroom Dance
1 credit
Designed to provide knowledge and experience in ballroom and social dance.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1745 - Big Band Swing Level I
1 credit
Designed to provide students with basic knowledge and experience in Big Band Swing dance (e.g., lindy hop, boogie woogie, etc.).
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1746 - Big Band Swing Level II
1 credit
Designed for students with basic knowledge and experience in Big Band Swing dance (e.g., lindy hop, boogie woogie, etc.) to learn new techniques and enhance their skills.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1760 - Jazz Technique
1 credit
Designed for students who want to learn basic jazz technique. Includes center floor work, as well as across floor progressions. Improves strength and endurance levels through dancing.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1765 - Hip Hop Beginning/Intermediate
1 credit
Advanced, up-beat, energetic class designed to increase coordination, improve rhythm, and increase stamina.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1770 - Reiki Energy and Stress Relief
1 credit
Students will be introduced to the possibilities of Reiki Energy. Rei (produced Ray) represents “Universal” and Ki (pronounced Key) meaning “Life Force Energy,” thus Reiki represents “Universal Life Force Energy” which flows around and through all matter. Students will experience Reiki sessions, learn to give self treatments, be attuned to the Reiki energy, and learn how to share Reiki with others for the purpose of relaxation and health promotion. Students will be encouraged to participate in volunteer Reiki Share opportunities.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PE 1900 - Club Sports
1 credit
Designed for students desiring to participate in extramural competition against other colleges and universities in the following sports: ballroom dance, baseball, bowling, cycling, disc golf, hockey, men’s lacrosse, racquetball, rodeo, rugby, men’s soccer, ultimate frisbee, men’s volleyball, water polo, and wrestling.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1905 - Aggiettes
1 credit
Designed for students who audition for and are accepted into the Aggiette dance program to represent Utah State University at sporting events.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1906 - Eagle Dancers
1 credit
Designed for students who audition and are selected as members of the Dance Team. Emphasizes learning and rehearsing a variety of dance styles for performance at athletic events. Includes physical fitness, weight management, nutrition, choreography, sportsmanship, and intermediate to advanced level dance technique. Team members are required to take a weight management course each semester and Basic Ballet I or higher.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Audition
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PE 1910 - African Dance
1 credit
Introduces students to African dance using live drummers. Each class incorporates a series of warm-up exercises, followed by specific dances inspired by traditional African ceremonies and events, all accompanied by a traditional African drum ensemble.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 1915 - Cheer Squad
1 credit
Designed for students who audition for and are accepted into the Cheer Squad program to represent Utah State University at sporting events.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2000 - Personal Instruction and Conditioning
1 credit
Designed for students and prospective members of varsity teams, as well as for the student/athlete requiring a personalized program.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2005 - Baseball Officiating
2 credits
This course provides the student with a foundation for becoming a baseball umpire and supplies high school baseball coaches, parents, and administrators with a better understanding of baseball rules and regulations.
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PE 2010 - Varsity Cross Country
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in cross country.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2020 - Varsity Football
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in football.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2030 - Varsity Soccer
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in soccer.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2040 - Varsity Volleyball
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in volleyball.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2050 - Varsity Indoor Track and Field
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in indoor track and field.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2060 - Varsity Basketball
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in basketball.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2070 - Varsity Gymnastics
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in gymnastics.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2080 - Varsity Track and Field
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in track and field.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2090 - Varsity Softball
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in softball.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2100 - Varsity Golf
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in golf.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2110 - Varsity Tennis
1 credit
Designed to meet the needs of varsity student/athletes in tennis.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2120 - Varsity Weight Training
1 credit
Designed for varsity athletes. Emphasizes strength development.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 2130 - Varsity Baseball
1 credit
Open to all students. Emphasis will be on team play with students learning all the basic skills associated with the game of baseball. Includes demonstrations and application in pitching, hitting, base running and defensive skills.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PE 2988 - Special Problems
1-3 credits
Individual work approved by the instructor. Time and credit to be arranged.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PE 2999 - Workshop
1-3 credits
Designed to meet the changing needs of the student in Physical Education.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PE 3000 - Dynamic Fitness
3 credits
This course is designed to develop positive health practices in the areas of physical activity, diet, rest, and relaxation of living through classroom, laboratory, and activity experiences.
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PE 4000 - Lifeguard Training
2 credits
Designed to prepare students as pool or nonsurf open water lifeguards. Presents knowledge and skills necessary for lifeguard functions. American Red Cross certification available.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 4050 - Water Safety Instructor
2 credits
Attention given to methods of teaching swimming and lifesaving. Presents knowledge and skills necessary for lifeguard functions. American Red Cross certification available.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PE 4200 - Transitions
2 credits
Enhance the transition from the university to life after college by exploring topic such as career exploration, personal branding, resume preparation, understanding expectations, and networking. Become familiar with career prep support offered through campus services.
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PHYS 1010 - Elementary Physics (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
3 credits
This course provides a foundation in the historical basis and real-world application of physics principles. Students learn that the world works by a discoverable set of rules, and emphasis is placed on fundamental concepts and logic rather than numerical problem-solving.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 1015 - Elementary Physics Laboratory
1 credit
must be taken concurrently with PHYS 1015, but PHYS 1015 is optional.
Corequisite:
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 1020 - Energy (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
3 credits
Study of energy resources, utilization, conversion, and conservation, including energy balance and flow in biological and geological systems. Social impacts of energy resource development, including public policy and planning.
Prerequisite/Restriction: At least one university-level mathematics or statistics course
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PHYS 1040 - Introductory Astronomy (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
3 credits
Exploration of solar system and universe. Laws of motion, fundamental interactions, structure of matter, electromagnetic radiation, and conceptual models of celestial motions. Conceptual and quantitative homework problems and exams, along with writing assignments and observation reports, are required. Facility with high school mathematics is expected.
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PHYS 1050 - Technical Physics
3 credits
Study of laws of Physics as might be encountered in trade and technical fields. Subjects studied will include basic technical mathematics, measurements, forces, vectors, equilibrium, friction, torque, rotational equilibrium, uniformly accelerated motion, acceleration, energy, momentum, rotational motion, simple machines, properties of solids and properties of fluids. Designed for the students in technical areas such as welding, mining, automotive, electronics, machine technology, etc.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 1080 - Intelligent Life in the Universe (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
3 credits
Study of the likelihood of extraterrestrial intelligence and its probable locations. Nature and evolution of life on Earth, as well as stellar evolution and planetary environments. Discussion of psychology of UFO phenomena.
Prerequisite/Restriction: At least one university-level mathematics or statistics course
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PHYS 1100 - Great Ideas in Physics (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
3 credits
Descriptive introduction to the principles underlying contemporary physics. Great ideas will include relativity and quantum mechanics and such consequences and applications as the twin paradox, black holes, nuclear energy, magnetic imaging, lasers, superconductivity, and the paradox of Schrodinger’s cat. Facility with high school algebra is expected.
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PHYS 1200 - Introduction to Physics by Hands-on Exploration (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
4 credits
Overview of physics concepts important in today’s society. Explores structure of matter, electricity and magnetism, light and sound, forces, energy, momentum, thermodynamics, and modern physics. Required laboratory emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-based activities.
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PHYS 1800 - Physics of Technology (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
4 credits
Overview of the classical physics on which industrial technology is based. Elements of kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, thermodynamics, electric and magnetic fields, waves, and optics. Required laboratory.
Prerequisite/Restriction: ACT Math score of at least 27 or equivalent SAT Math score , AP Calculus AB Score of at least 3, or MATH 1050 and MATH 1060
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PHYS 2010 - General Physics I
4 credits
An algebra based physics course on the study of motion and heat including 1-D and 2-D kinematics, Newton’s three laws of motion, rotations, laws of gravitation, periodic motion, and mechanical waves including sound. Heat topics will include calorimetry, the three laws of Thermodynamics, the meaning of temperature, and heat as a process or transfer of energy. Class will be taught using lectures, demonstration, videos, and group problem solving. Students will be required to explain their homework solutions on the board to the entire class. Can be used by science majors to complete the Physical Science General Education requirement. Intended for students seeking to enter dental, pharmacy, veterinarian programs and life science areas.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or MATH 1210 or AP Calculus AB score of 3 or higher
Corequisite:
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 2015 - General Physics Lab I
1 credit
Intended to supplement the material covered in and help students visualize and experience the material being covered in lecture. Taught using a combination of traditional labs and computer based discovery labs.
Corequisite:
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 2020 - General Physics II
4 credits
An algebra based physics course on the study of electricity, magnetism and light. Covers forces between point charges, the ideas of electric potentials, the relationship between potential, charge and energy. Other E-M material covered will include basic AC and DC circuits, forces on currents in magnetic fields, and the relationship between electricity and light. Light topics covered will include geometric optics, lenses and mirrors and the wave nature of light, diffraction and interference. Taught using lectures, demonstrations, videos, and group problem solving. Students will be required to explain their homework solutions on the board to the entire class. Can be used by science majors to complete the Physical Science General Education requirement.
Prerequisite/Restriction: and
Corequisite:
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 2025 - General Physics Lab II
1 credit
Intended to supplement the materials covered in and help students visualize and experience the material being covered in lecture. Taught using a combination of traditional labs and computer based discovery labs.
Corequisite:
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 2110 - General Physics - Life Sciences I
4 credits
Students study kinematics and dynamics of particles and systems of particles. The course introduces Newton’s Laws of motion, momentum and energy conservation, rotations, and thermodynamics, with applications in biology and biotechnology. A recitation and lab are required.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
One of the following:
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PHYS 2120 - General Physics - Life Sciences II (BPS)
BPS Breadth Physical Sciences
4 credits
This course is an introduction to electromagnetism, optics, and quantum phenomena including the microscopic structure of matter, with applications in biology and biotechnology. A recitation and lab are required.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 2210 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I (BPS/QI)
BPS, QI Breadth Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
4 credits
This course covers the study of motion and thermal physics including vectors, kinematics, forces, Newton’s three laws of motion, circular motion and rotations, harmonic motion, momentum, energy and work, gravity, fluids, and thermodynamics. It includes lecture and required recitation.
Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1210
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PHYS 2215 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers Lab I
1 credit
Computer-assisted laboratory investigations of mechanics and thermal physics principles taught in PHYS 2210 and PHYS 2310 .
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2210 or PHYS 2310 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHYS 2220 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II (BPS/QI)
BPS, QI Breadth Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
4 credits
This course covers the study of waves, electricity and magnetism, optics, and quantum phenomena. Topics include electric and magnetic forces and fields, electric potential, Maxwell’s equations, DC and AC circuits, geometrical optics, wave nature of light, special relativity, and atomic, molecular, nuclear phenomena. The course includes lecture and required recitation.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 2225 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers Lab II
1 credit
Computer-assisted laboratory investigations of wave, electricity and magnetism, optics, and quantum physics principles taught in PHYS 2220 or PHYS 2320 .
Prerequisite/Restriction: or PHYS 2320 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHYS 2310 - Physics for Scientists I (BPS/QI)
BPS, QI Breadth Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
4 credits
The study of motion and thermal physics. Topics include kinematics, forces, Newton’s laws of motion, momentum, rotations and torque, work and potential energy, conservation laws, harmonic motion, gravity, fluids, and thermodynamics. Includes activities related to the profession of physics.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Prerequisite: MATH 1210 , Restrictions: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 2320 - Physics for Scientists II (BPS/QI)
BPS, QI Breadth Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
4 credits
Students study waves, electromagnetism, quantum phenomena, and relativity. Topics include sound waves, electromagnetic forces and fields, electric potential, Maxwell’s equations, electrical circuits, optics, particle-wave duality, atomic and nuclear phenomena, and special relativity. The course includes activities related to the profession of physics.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 2400 - Introductory Topics in Physics
1-3 credits
Explores issues in contemporary physics at an introductory level.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission
Repeatable for credit.
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PHYS 2500 - Introduction to Computer Methods in Physics
2 credits
Topics include: (1) use of numerical, graphical, and symbolic manipulation software to solve physics problems; and (2) interfacing computers to instrumentation for control and data acquisition.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 1800 , PHYS 2110 , PHYS 2210 , or PHYS 2310
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PHYS 2700 - Science Excursion
1 credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 2710 - Introductory Modern Physics
3 credits
Overview of the origins, principles, and practical applications of quantum mechanics. Atomic structure and periodic table, molecular bonding, solids, electronic properties of metals and semiconductors, and superconductivity.
Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1220 and PHYS 2220 or PHYS 2320
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PHYS 2977 - Cooperative Education
1-3 credits
Provides supervised on-the-job training in physics. Students meet with the instructor/coordinator periodically during the course to determine and evaluate learning objectives, hours to be worked, and credit agreements.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 2988 - Special Problems
1-3 credits
Individual work approved by the instructor. Time and credit to be arranged.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: USU Eastern only
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PHYS 3010 - Space Exploration from Earth to the Solar System (DSC/QI)
DSC, QI Depth Life and Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
3 credits
Comparative introduction to the Earth and other planets in our solar system, including geological structure and atmosphere. Emphasis on space exploration methods, including spacecraft and detection instrumentation. Examines latest results of Mars missions, Jupiter and Saturn exploration, etc.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Completion of University Studies Quantitative Literacy (QL) and Breadth Physical Sciences (BPS) requirements
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PHYS 3020 - Great Scientists (DSC)
DSC Depth Life and Physical Sciences
3 credits
Lives and work of men and women responsible for scientific revolution: Maxwell (loved children), Einstein (despised authority), Curie (suffered discrimination against women), Schrodinger (fled from Hitler), Watson and Crick (the DNA story), Feynman (lock picker), Rubin (as a young girl built her own telescope), and others.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Fulfillment of University Studies Breadth Physical Sciences (BPS) or Breadth Life Sciences (BLS) requirement
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PHYS 3030 - The Universe (DSC/QI)
DSC, QI Depth Life and Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
3 credits
Study of properties and origin of the universe, based on Einstein’s theory of gravity. Topics include curved space-time; black holes, white holes, and worm holes; the big bang; multiple universes; and the births of stars, galaxies, heavy atoms, and planets.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Completion of University Studies Quantitative Literacy (QL) requirement and PHYS 1040
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PHYS 3040 - Space Weather–Dangers to the High-Tech World (QI)
QI Quantitative Intensive
3 credits
Space weather can be as destructive to high technology as ordinary weather is to property and crops. Examines increasing vulnerability of society to events in space resulting from changes on the Sun and from human activity. Explores how we learn about space weather with satellites, radars, lidars, and numerical models.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Completion of University Studies Quantitative Literacy (QL) and Breadth Physical Sciences (BPS) requirements
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PHYS 3150 - Energy in the Twenty-first Century (DSC/QI)
DSC, QI Depth Life and Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
3 credits
This course provides a science-based overview of energy resources. Students analyze energy budgets and energy resources, including solar energy, fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and renewable sources. They contrast carbon emissions and potential impacts on climate change for different energy sources.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
Cross-listed as:
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PHYS 3500 - Topics in Physics
1-3 credits
Introduces and explores issues in contemporary physics at an intermediate undergraduate level. Focuses on phenomena and experimental methods.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2710 and instructor permission
Repeatable for credit.
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PHYS 3550 - Intermediate Classical Mechanics
3 credits
Students learn Newtonian mechanics, including dynamics of single and multiple particle systems, conservation laws, harmonic oscillations, central-force motion, rotations, and the two-body problem. Topics may also include advanced topics such as Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, accelerated reference frames, and chaos.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 3600 - Electromagnetism I
3 credits
Students learn about electrostatics and magnetostatics, including the response of materials (both conductors and dielectrics) to electric and magnetic fields. Topics include the Maxwell equations, Coulomb’s and Biot-Savart laws, scalar and vector potentials, boundary conditions, multipole expansions, and energy.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 3700 - Thermal Physics
3 credits
Rigorous treatment of laws of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. Concepts of work, temperature, heat, energy, and entropy; and their application to reversible and irreversible processes. Criteria for equilibrium.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2710
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PHYS 3710 - Intermediate Modern Physics
3 credits
Introduction to the principles and applications of special and general relativity. Space-time, relativistic kinematics and dynamics, gravity and geometry, black holes, Big Bang, nuclei, radioactivity, and nuclear reactions. Interconnections between modern cosmology and elementary particle physics.
Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1220 and PHYS 2220 or PHYS 2320
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PHYS 3750 - Foundations of Wave Phenomena
3 credits
This course is a survey of wave phenomena in physics, with emphasis on application of mathematical techniques to the wave equation, Schrodinger equation, and Maxwell equations.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 3870 - Intermediate Physics Laboratory (CI)
CI Communications Intensive
3 credit
Modern experimental techniques, data and error analysis, experimental design, and communication skills. Exercises complement upper-level theory courses, and include some experiments of historical importance.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2500 , PHYS 2710 (may be taken concurrently)
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PHYS 3880 - Advanced Physics Laboratory (CI)
CI Communications Intensive
3 credits
Modern experimental physics techniques, with emphasis on student designed and implemented experimental projects.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 3870
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PHYS 3900 - Projects in Physics
1-3 credits
Individual study pursued under direction of staff member.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission
Repeatable for credit.
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PHYS 4020 - Science, Art, and Music (DSC/QI)
DSC, QI Depth Life and Physical Sciences, Quantitative Intensive
3 credits
Students learn about light and sound waves within the contexts of visual and musical arts. The study of light focuses on photography and the science of color, while the study of sound waves emphasizes sound production by strings and pipes, detection by the human ear, and musical scales.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 4250 - Cooperative Work Experience (CI)
CI Communications Intensive
1-6 credits
Planned work experience in industry or national laboratories. A detailed plan and the purpose of the experience must have prior approval. A written report is required.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2710
Repeatable for credit.
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PHYS 4600 - Electromagnetism II
3 credits
Students learn about the Maxwell equations and their implications. Topics include electromagnetic induction, conservation laws with fields, electromagnetic waves, dynamic response of materials, electromagnetic potentials, radiation, and the relativistic description of electromagnetism.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 4650 - Optics I
3 credits
Topics include mathematics of wave motion, electromagnetic theory of light, light propagation, geometrical optics, and superposition of waves. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional reading, recitation, use of optical-design software, and/or writing is required.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2710 , MATH 2210 , MATH 2250 or MATH 2280 ; or ECE 3870
Cross-listed as: PHYS 6650
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PHYS 4680 - Optics II
3 credits
Topics include polarization, interference, diffraction, Fourier optics, coherence theory, and the quantum nature of light. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional reading, recitation, use of optical-design software, and/or writing will be required.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 4650 or PHYS 6650
Cross-listed as: PHYS 6680
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PHYS 4700 - Quantum Mechanics I
3 credits
This course covers principles of quantum mechanics, operators in Hilbert space, matrix mechanics, angular momentum, spin, perturbation theory, and applications.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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PHYS 4710 - Quantum Mechanics II
3 credits
Continuation of PHYS 4700 .
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 4700
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PHYS 4900 - Research in Physics (CI)
CI Communications Intensive
1-3 credits
Research experience pursued with faculty mentor. Prior to registration, student must make arrangements with the Physics Department’s undergraduate research advisor.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 2710
Repeatable for credit
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PHYS 5330 - Plasma Physics I
3 credits
Characteristics of the plasma state and plasma generation; velocity distribution functions, collisions and Boltzmann’s equation; wave modes in a plasma; transport theory; plasma devices. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional assignments will be required.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 4600
Cross-listed as: PHYS 6330
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PHYS 5340 - Methods of Theoretical Physics I
3 credits
Physics applications of vector calculus and differential geometry, group theory, infinite series, complex analysis, differential equations, Sturm-Liouville theory, orthogonal functions, integral equations, and the calculus of variations.
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PHYS 5350 - Methods of Theoretical Physics II
3 credits
Continuation of PHYS 5340 .
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 5340
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PHYS 5500 - Intermediate Topics in Physics
1-3 credits
Explores issues in contemporary physics at the advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate level.
Repeatable for credit.
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PHYS 5530 - Solid State Physics I
3 credits
Modern theory of the solid state. Bulk properties of solids, including the crystal lattice, cohesion, electronic and vibrational structure. Response to stimuli, such as electric, magnetic, and optical fields. For graduate (6000 level) credit, additional assignments will be required.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 3700 and PHYS 4600 ; PHYS 4710 (can be taken concurrently)
Cross-listed as: PHYS 6530
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PHYS 5700 - Introduction to Microfabrication
3 credits
This course covers materials, wet chemical cleaning and etch, photolithography, metal deposition, doping, carrier density and conductivity, microfluidics, and micro-electronic-mechanical-systems.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
Cross-listed as: BENG 5700 , ECE 5700 and MAE 5700
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Fall 2021.
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PHYS 5710 - Advanced Microfabrication
3 credits
Students are trained to use all necessary tools at the Nanoscale Device Laboratory to perform fabrication of micro/nanostructures for their research needs, including undergraduate and graduate research projects.
Prerequisite/Restriction: BENG 5700 , ECE 5700 , MAE 5700 , or PHYS 5700
Cross-listed as: BENG 5710 , ECE 5710
Repeatable for credit.
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Fall 2021.
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PHYS 5800 - Physics Colloquium
1 credit
A series of invited lectures on specialized topics in physics and related subjects.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
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PHYS 5910 - Relativity I
3 credits
Foundations of spacetime physics. Survey of the basics of special and general relativity, the description of curved spacetime, and the Einstein equations. Exact solutions, applications, tests, and the mathematical techniques of general relativity. For graduate (6000 level), additional assignments will be required.
Prerequisite/Restriction: PHYS 3710 and PHYS 4600
Cross-listed as: PHYS 6910
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PHYS 6010 - Classical Mechanics I
3 credits
Lagrange’s equations, Hamilton’s principle, Hamilton’s equations, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory, central forces, noninertial reference frames, rigid body motion, small oscillations, relativistic mechanics, canonical perturbation theory, continuum mechanics.
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