274 275 308. Physics and Astronomy for Elementary Teachers (3) Introduction to basic principles of physics and astronomy for elementary teachers. Prerequisite: Currently under teaching contract and recommendation of school supervisor. 316. Astrophysics (4) W Selected topics in astrophysics which may include telescopes, celestial mechanics, stellar structure and evolution, stellar pulsation, supernovae, black holes, interstellar medium, galactic structure, active galaxies, quasars, galactic clusters and superclusters, and cosmology. Prerequisite: Phsx 163. 318. Thermal Physics (4) S An introduction to thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. Topics include heat and work; ideal gases; equipartition of energy; entropy; the Boltzmann, Fermi-Dirac, and Bose-Einstein distributions; applications to heat engines, refrigeration, chemical equilibrium, phase transitions, blackbody radiation, and properties of solids. Prerequisite: Phsx 163 and Math 113. 319. Applied Optics (4) S Geometrical and physical optics, lasers, lenses, optical instruments interference, thin films, interferometry, holography, diffraction, gratings, crystal diffraction, polarization. Prerequisites: Phsx 163, Math 112. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. 320. Solid State Physics (4) S (alternate years) Modern theory of the solid state, with emphasis on crystal structures, energy bands and fermi levels, conduction in metals and semiconductors, Hall effect, photoconductivity, junction diodes and transistors, field-effect transistors, integrated circuit structure and fabrication. Prerequisite: Phsx 251. 342. Electronics II (4) 5 (alternate years) Intermediate-level course in electronics for students in physics and other sciences. Topics may include: power supplies and voltage regulation, analog transistor operation, silicon-controlled rectifiers, phototransistors, LEDs, unijunction transistors, active filters, oscillators, phase-locked loops, computer modeling of circuit operation, etc. Prerequisite: Phsx 241. 350. Analytical Mechanics (5) A Particle motion, oscillating systems; planetary motion, stability of orbits; collisions; Euler's equations, gyroscopic motion; Lagrange's equations, Hamilton's equations, theory of vibrations. Prerequisite: Phsx 163, Math 371 to be taken concurrently. 351,352. Electromagnetic Theory (5-4) W, S Electrostatics, magnetostatics, boundary value problems, Maxwell's equations, propagation of electromagnetic waves, electromagnetic radiation, motion of charged particles, relativistic electrodynamics. Prerequisites: Phsx 163, Math 371; Math 373 is corequisite for Phsx 352. 364. Classical Physics Lab (1) A Advanced experiments in the areas of mechanics, electricity and magnetism. Introduction to computerized data acquisition and data analysis. One three-hour lab each week. Prerequisite: Phsx PS161-166 and Phsx 241. 365. Modern Physics Lab (1) W Foundation experiments in modern physics, including determination of many of the fundamental constants. One three-hour lab each week. Prerequisite: Phsx PS161-166 and Phsx 241. 366. Nuclear Physics Lab (1) S Experiments in nuclear physics and nuclear instrumentation. Introduces students to tools and techniques of nuclear physics. One three-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Phsx PS161-166. 421. Computational Physics (4) 5 Computational techniques are discussed in the context of addressing important physical problems. Topics may include root- finding algorithms, curve fitting, interpolation methods, linear systems, numerical integrations, differential equations, boundary value problems, finite difference methods, eigenvalue problems, Fourier analysis, and Monte Carlo methods. Prerequisites: Phsx 350, Math 325, Math 371; CS 160. 461. Quantum Mechanics (4) A Wave-particle duality, Bohr and Sommerfeld models, Schrodinger equation, wave function, quantization rules, one-dimensional motion, one-electron atoms, spin and orbital angular momentum. Prerequisites: Phsx 251, Phsx 350; Math 373. 462. Atomic and Molecular Physics (4) W Multi-electron atoms, Pauli exclusion principles, Periodic Table, Atomic Spectra, perturbation theory, molecular bonding and spectra, quantum statistical distributions, lasers. Prerequisite: Phsx 461. 463. Nuclear and Particle Physics (4) S Nuclear models, nuclear decay, fission and fusion, nuclear forces, elementary particles, quark model, strong and electroweak interactions, unified field theories. Prerequisite: Phsx 462. 480. Individual Research Problems (1-5) Su, A, W, S Time and credit to be arranged Open to qualified students for one or more quarters. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. 483. Topics in Physics (1-5) Su, A, W, S Topics which can be studied include (but are not limited to): mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, statistical mechanics, electronics, electromagnetism, optics, solid-state physics, modern physics, nuclear physics, relativity, cosmology, and astrophysics. These courses may be taken at any time on a personalized basis. Time and credit to be arranged May be repeated Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A, W, S A continuation of Phsx 289. Open to all students. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 497. Senior Thesis (2) A, W, S An individual research program pursued under faculty supervision. It is expected that one or more quarters of research (Phsx 480) will precede registration for this course. Course evaluation will include an oral and a written report. Prerequisites: senior class standing and consent of departmental committee. 499. Seminar in Physics (1-1-1) A, W, S Joint sessions of faculty and students devoted to current topics in physics. Students taking this course for credit will make a presentation based on library research of a topic agreed on with the faculty advisor. One quarter required for physics majors May be taken up to three times for credit. Prerequisite: previous upper division physics course. 503. Physics for Teachers (3-5) Science content course for teachers in the M.Ed Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. DEPARTMENT ZOOLOGY Chair: Dr. Samuel I. Zeveloff Location: Science Lab, Room 402 Telephone Contact: Cathy Winter 626-6165 Professors: Darrell J. Graff, J. Neil Jensen, Carl D. Marti, Gloria Z. Wurst, Samuel I. Zeveloff; Associate Professors: Amelia Ahern- Rindell, W. Sue Fairbanks, Ron A. Meyers, Kent Van De Graaff; Assistant Professor: Dwayne Meadows Zoology is the study of animals. It includes a tremendous diversity of subdivisions and approaches. These range from using electron microscopy to study cells to field examinations of natural populations. Some zoologists focus their studies on a specific group of animals; others specialize on problems or processes, such as those in physiology or genetics, which are common to many groups. Zoologists have made many important contributions to our understanding of the natural world. Furthermore, they benefit humankind through their work in areas such as medicine and environmental conservation. Although our majors pursue several tracks, many are involved in pre-medical professional training. We have an excellent record in placing students in the finest medical, dental, veterinary, and optometry schools. The faculty strongly encourage majors to pursue guided research, particularly through the department's thesis program. All students are urged to consult with the department chair early in their education. Arrangements can then be made for the student to be matched with an appropriate advisor who can offer course and career suggestions. Zoology Major BACHELOR Dcuncc \B,S. OH B.A.) » Program Prerequisite: Not required. » Minor: Required. » Grade Requirements: Zoology majors must have an average GPA of 2.00 or higher. Students are required to earn a grade of "C-" in each prerequisite course before taking the next course. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 183 credit hours is required for graduation — 89-109 of these are required within the major. A total of 60 upper division hours is required (courses number 300 and above) — 19-53 of these are required within the major. Advisement All Zoology students are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. The department secretary can also assist students. Call 626-6165 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Admissions Requirements Declare your program of study at Academic Advisement (626- 7913); (refer to page 30 of this catalog). There are no special admission or application requirements for this program. Core & General Education Refer to page 32-36 of this catalog for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following Zoology courses will satisfy General Education requirements: Zool LS137, LS180, LS201, and LS230. Students are encouraged to take General Education courses concurrently with courses in the major. Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Zoology Courses Required (35 credit hours) Zool LSI60 General Zoology Zool LS160 is a prerequisite of all Zoology classes except Zool LS180, Zool LS201, Zool 202, and Zool LS230. Zool 211 Invertebrate Zoology Zool 212 Vertebrate Zoology Zool 299 Sophomore Seminar Zool 330 Genetics Zool 345 General Ecology Zool 372 Evolution Zool 420 Cell Physiology or Zool 421 Mammalian Physiology Zool 499 Seminar 5 5 1 5 4 4 5 5 1 Elective Zoology Courses (minimum 16) Select a minimum of 16 credit hours. Only one of Zool 420 or Zool 421 may be counted - whichever one was not taken as the required course. Zool LS201 Human Physiology 5 Zool 202 Human Anatomy 4 Zool 292 Short Courses, Workshops... 1-6 Zool 332 Cytology 4 Zool 340 Library Res Methods in Biology 3 Zool 347 Zoogeography 3 Zool 350 Conservation Biology 4 Zool 373 Population Genetics & Ecology 3 Zool 405 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 5 Zool 410 Vertebrate Embryology 5 Zool 412 Histology 5 Zool 420* Cell Physiology 5 Zool 421* Mammalian Physiology 5 *Ifnot taken as a required course. Zool 422 Mammalian Physiology 5 Zool 423 Endocrinology 5 Zool 425 Radiation Biology 4 Zool 430 Molecular Genetics 5 Zool 435 Animal Behavior 4 Zool 447 Wildlife Ecology 4 Zool 448 Aquatic Ecology 4 Zool 450 Parasitology 4 Zool 455 Medical Entomology 4 Zool 460 Protozoology 5 Zool 464 Entomology 4 Zool 465 Ichthyology 4 Zool 466 Herpetology 4 Zool 467 Ornithology 4 Zool 468 Mammalogy 5 Zool 474 Vertebrate Phylogeny 3 Zool 475 Primatology 3 Zool 480* Problems in Zoology 1-5 Zool 483* Readings in Zoology 1-5 Zool 489* Cooperative Work Experience 1-5 *No more than 3 hours of Zool 489 and no more than 5 combined hours of Zool 480 and Zool 483 may count toward the major. Zool Zool Zool Zool 492 495 497 498 Support Courses Required Chem PSlll & Chem 112 & Chem 113 Short Courses, Workshops... Field Zoology Thesis Research Design General Chemistry Elementary Organic Chemistry Elementary Biochemistry or Chem PS121-123* Principles of Chemistry 1-6 1-3 2 2 5 5 5 15 GEN ED & CORE COURSES HONOURS/BIS LIBSCI WS Applied Science & Technology PRENGR CS EET MFET MET CMT DG AUTOSV AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts* Humanities COMMUN ENGL FORLANG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business & Econ MPACC ACCTNG BUSADM LOG FIN MGMT MKTG ECON IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM HEALTH NUTRI PE REC EDUC CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS HIM MRSCI NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY SE BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH MATH ED MICRO PHSX ZOOL" Social & Behavioral Sciences CJ GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO MILSCI AEROSP NAVSCI Weber State University Weber State University