361 classroom discussion, laboratories, and field trips. Prerequisite: CHEM PS1210 or approval of the instructor. Cross-listed with GEO 3753. MICR 3853. Food Microbiology (3) F Role of microorganisms in food production, preservation, and spoilage. Two lectures and one 2-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MCRLS2054. MICR 4054. Microbial Physiology (4) F Structure, function, and metabolism of microorganisms, with emphasis upon the baderia. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MCRLS2054 and completion of or concurrent registration in CHEM 3070. MICR 4154. Microbial Genetics (4) Sp Genetics of microorganisms and its applications, including mutation, gene transfer systems, recombination, plasmids, recombinant DNA technology, and transposons. Three ledures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MCRLS2054. CHEM 3070 recommended. MICR 4252. Cell Culture (2) Sp (cross-listed with Botany) Basic methods and applications for culturing plant and animal cells in vitro. Two 2-hour combined lecture and laboratory sessions per week. Prerequisite: MICRLS2054 or BTNY 2104 and BTNY 2121. MICR 4354. Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (4) Sp Benefidal and detrimental involvement of microorganisms in industrial processes, microbial produds, biotechnology, contamination control, and antimicrobial agents induding antibiotics. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: MCRLS2054, CHEM 2310 or CHEM 3070. MCR 3053 recommended. MICR 4554. Virology (4) Sp Virus structure, classification, genetics, replication and other interactions with the host, with emphasis on baderiophage and animal viruses. Three ledures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MCRLS2054. MICR 4570. Secondary School Science Teaching Methods (3) Acquaintance and practice with various teaching and assessment methods. Development of sdence curricula induding lesson and unit plans. It is recommended that this course be completed immediately bdore student teaching. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. MICR 4800. Directed Research (1-2) Su, F, Sp Independent research under the advisement of a faculty member. Prerequisite: consent of instrudor and a minimum of 6 credits of upper division microbiology course work. MICR 4830. Directed Readings (1-2) Su, F, Sp Independent readings on advanced spedal topics under the direction of a faculty member. Prerequisite: consent of instructor and a minimum of 6 credits of upper division microbiology course work. MICR 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-5) Su, F, Sp (See MCR 2890 for description.) MICR 4920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-3) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. MICR 4991. Microbiology Seminar (1) F, Sp Current topics in Mcrobiology. One hour per week. Prerequisites: Previous upper division courses in the department. MICR 5034. Microbiology for Teachers (4) Science content course for teachers in the MEd Science Emphasis Program. DEPARTMENT Physics Chair Dr. Brad Carroll Location: Science Lab, Room 202 Telephone: Nereyda Hesterberg 801-626-6163 Web Site: weber.edu/physics Professors: Farhang Amiri, Brad Carroll, Ronald Galli, Colin Inglefield, Adam Johnston, Dale Ostiie, Daniel Schroeder, John Sohl, Walther Spjeldvik; Associate Professors: Mchelle Arnold, Stacy Palen; Assistant Professor: John Armstrong, r hysics is the study and application of the fundamental laws of nature, including the laws of motion, gravity, electromagnetism, heat, and microscopic interactions. These laws govern the behavior of objects at all scales, from the smallest subatomic particles to the entire observable universe. In between, physicists study nudear reactions, the interadions of atoms with light, properties of solids, the chaotic dynamics of fluids, and the evolution of stars and galaxies, among many other applications. Our courses in physics introduce all of the most important fundamental laws and many of their applications. Equally valuable, however, are the skills that students develop in these courses, from analytical thinking and problem solving to experimental design and interpretation. Majoring in physics can thus prepare a student for a variety of careers in research, education, business, industry, and government. The Department offers three major programs: Physics, Applied Physics, and Physics Teaching. The Physics major places emphasis on understanding nature at the deepest possible level. It also provides a strong foundation for graduate work in pure physics. The Applied Physics major places more emphasis on physical phenomena and hands-on experience. Thus, it is more suitable for those planning to go either directly into industrial employment or into graduate programs in certain applied fields. Since the course requirements for these two majors overlap considerably, students can easily switch from one major to the other any time before their senior year. The Physics Teaching major is designed specifically for those planning to teach physics at the secondary school level. Students who are majoring in other disciplines are encouraged to consider a minor in physics, which indudes a year of introductory physics plus eight credit hours of additional physics courses. These electives may be chosen to emphasize basic theory, experimental techniques, or applied subfields such as optics and astrophysics. Physics Major bachelors degree (bs} » Program Prerequisite: Not required for Physics or Applied Physics. Physics Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and licensure requirements (see Teacher Education Department). » Minor: No minor is required; however, a math minor is automatically satisfied by the requirements for the Physics major, and a math minor may be satisfied with one additional upper division math course beyond the minimum required for the Applied Physics major. » Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 is required for Physics and Applied Physics majors. Also rder to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 38. 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