College of Science 303 Elective Physics Courses (6 credit hours) Select 6 credit hours in approved Physics courses (numbered 2300 and above) Support Courses Required (11 credit hours) • MATH 1210 - Calculus I (4) and • MATH 1220 - Calculus II (4) • HIST 3350 - History and Philosophy of Science (3) If a student is not obtaining a Teaching Major in Physical or Life Science, the following courses are also required: • PHYS 3570 - Foundations of Science Education (3) • PHYS 4570 - Secondary School Science Teaching Methods (3) Physics Departmental Honors To earn Departmental Honors in Physics, a student must: • Maintain a dep artmental GPA o f 3.3, and an overall GPA of 3.3 • Fulfill all the requirements for a Physics major • Complete a research project (at least 3 credit hours) with a faculty member, with a grade of A • Present the project at the Physics Department Seminar and the Weber State Undergraduate Research Symposium. • Volunteer at least 12 hours of community outreach in a Physics related context, such as the planetarium. This requirement also includes making an oral presentation about the work in the Honors Center. Students who have not completed their General Education requirements are encouraged to take Honors General Education classes. How to apply for Departmental Honors in Physics: Students must apply to be awarded departmental honors and be cleared by both the Physics Department and the Honors Program. 1. Complete the entrance application form for Departmental Honors with the departmental advisor and submit it to the Honors Program (2nd floor of the Stewart Library). 2. Meet the requirements listed above. 3. Complete the exit application with the departmenal advisor. 4. Visit with Marilyn Diamond, the Honors advisor, to be cleared for graduation with Departmenal Honors. (801-626-7336) mdiamond@weber.edu Students earning departmental honors will be recognized in the following ways: "Department of Physics Honors" designation on the transcript. "Department of Physics Honors" printed on the degree diploma. Personalized letter signed by the President of Weber State University and the Honors Director. Invitations to Honors educational and social events. Invitation to Honors Nye-Cortez banquet at the end of the academic year. For more information, contact: Dr. Brad Carroll Dr. Judy Elsley Dept Chair Honors Director 801-626-7921 801-626-6186 Department of Zoology Department Chair: Samuel Zeveloff Location: Science Lab, Room 402 Telephone Contact: Lani Shepard 801-626-6165 Professors: John Cavitt, Jonathan Clark, Ron Meyers, John Mull, Robert Okazaki, Samuel Zeveloff; Associate Professors: Nicole Berthelemy, Christopher Hoagstrom, Michele Skopec, Barbara Trask; Assistant Professors: Brian Chung, Jon Marshall 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 of placing students in the finest medical, dental, veterinary, and physical therapy programs. 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 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. 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. DNA Laboratory The Department of Zoology maintains a DNA Laboratory on the first floor of the Science Laboratory building in the College of Science. It is a modern facility with state-of-the-art equipment for DNA isolation and analysis. The laboratory is used for student course work, faculty-supervised student research, and faculty research. It is the only such facility in the state dedicated to undergraduate use. Interdisciplinary Programs The Zoology Department participates in the interdisciplinary Neuroscience Minor and the Urban and Regional Planning Emphasis programs. Students who wish to enroll in one of these programs should indicate their desire to do so with the program coordinator who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Engaged Learning and Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog