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PHI 215 - Ethics
Instructor
McKeever
Critical introduction to theories of value and obligation, analysis of the meaning and function of moral language, the relationship between morality and happiness.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Fall)
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PHI 216 - Philosophy of Language
Instructor
Studtmann
Discussion of theories of communication, linguistic meaning, truth. Other topics may include: metaphor, naming and describing, reference, vagueness, universals.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered 2007-08)
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PHI 217 - Philosophy of Mind
Instructor
Robb
Introduction to the mind-body problem: What is the relation between the mind and the body, or more generally, between mental and physical phenomena? Answers explored include dualism, behaviorism, the mind-brain identity theory, and functionalism. Topics may also include: consciousness, mental representation, mental imagery, psychological explanation.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Spring)
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PHI 220 - Political Philosophy
Instructor
McKeever, Stell
Introduction to the philosophical evaluation of political power and the social and economic institutions through which it is exercised. Discussion of such questions as: What justification is there for government? What moral duties do citizens have? Are there moral limits to government authority? Analysis of such concepts as freedom, rights, justice, and equality.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered 2007-08)
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PHI 222 - Philosophy and Technology
Instructor
Studtmann
In the twentieth century, computers have been at the forefront of technological advance. In this course, we study the ways in which computer technology intersects with philosophy. The course is divided into four sections: the nature of computability; computers and the mind; computers and epistemology; and computers and ethics.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered 2007-08)
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PHI 225 - Philosophy of Religion
Instructor
McKeever
Introduction to philosophical issues in classical and contemporary religious thought. Topics may include: justification of religious claims, relation of faith to knowledge, arguments for the existence of God, divine attributes, life after death, problem of evil, status of religious language, relation of religion to morality, alternatives to theism.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Spring)
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PHI 230 - Philosophy of Medicine
Instructor
Stell
Introduction to the conceptual foundations of medicine, especially the concepts of health and illness, professional intervention, healing, controlling the time and manner of dying, placebo, pain and suffering, personal and social responsibility for disease.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered 2007-08)
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PHI 235 - Existentialism
Instructor
Griffith
Analysis of the existential conditions of human life, such as death, the fragility and finiteness of life, freedom, commitment, the need for God, and the quest for meaning, worth and dignity. Readings are from both philosophy and literature.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered 2007-08)
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PHI 275 - Mind and Emotion
Instructor
Goldstein
How is consciousness (mind) related to body? Can you ever know what other people feel? Why do animals and people prefer pleasure to pain? Is pain good for the masochist? What are emotions and how do they motivate behavior? What enables us to have words in English and other public languages to specify sensations and other personal, non-public events?
Prerequisites & Notes
(Fall)
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PHI 325 - Philosophy of Law
Instructor
Stell
Analysis of the nature and function of law. Various theories of law, relation of law to morality, economic analysis of law. An assessment of the principles of legal reasoning and jurisprudence, emphasis on discussion of decided cases.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PHI 215 or PHI 220. (Spring)
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PHI 350-353 - Seminar in Philosophy
Instructor
Goldstein, McKeever, Young
Focused discussion of an important philosopher or cluster of related issues. Topics for this year: David Hume (Spring), The Good Life (Fall), The Problem of Evil (Spring).
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PHI 365 - Philosophy of Mathematics
Instructor
Studtmann
Analysis of the philosophical foundations of mathematics. Topics may include: the nature of mathematical truth, pure versus applied mathematics, the reality of mathematical entities, infinity, paradoxes, axiomatic systems, formal number theory, Godel’s Theorem.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered 2007-08)
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PHI 399 - Independent Research in Philosophy
Instructor
Staff
Independent research under the direction of a faculty member who approves the topic(s) and determines the means of evaluation. Permission of the instructor and the department chair required.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Fall and Spring)
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PHI 450 - Advanced Philosophical Writing and Senior Thesis
Instructor
Goldstein
Required of all senior Philosophy majors. Analysis of techniques philosophers use to articulate, defend, and criticize theses. Emphasis on skills required to pursue an extended writing project. Students complete senior theses during the semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Fall)
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PHI 451 - Senior Colloquium in Philosophy
Instructor
McKeever
Capstone seminar required of all senior Philosophy majors. Topic for this year: ethics.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Spring)
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PHI 495 - Honors Thesis
Instructor
Staff
Open only to Philosophy majors eligible for honors. Includes the writing of a thesis under the supervision of a faculty member and an oral defense before the Philosophy faculty. Required of all honors candidates.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Spring)
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PE 204 - Backpacking
Introduction to backpacking with an emphasis on basic map and compass use. Covers hiking opportunities as well as equipment, trip planning and risk management of backcountry travel through an exploration of area trails.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
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PE 205 - Badminton
Course content emphasizes the basic playing skills of badminton at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive elements, and competitive activities. Each of the above elements will be applied to the singles, doubles, and mixed-double games.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
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PE 206 - Dance - Zumba
Instructor
Annette Nicolini
Latin and International music dance themes that create an exciting, effective fitness system. The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast/slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.
Prerequisites & Notes
When: Tuesday 4:30-5:30PM; Starts January 29th for 10 weeks
Where: Baker Sports Complex Dance Studio
Cost: $40/students and $60/staff and faculty for 10 lessons**
** Participants will receive a punch pass that allows them to take an additional 10 Zumba classes at The Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics Center.
Find out more about Zumba or Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics
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PE 208 - CPR - Adult
Participants in this course learn to recognize and respond to emergencies including shock, cardiac and breathing emergencies for adults. This course combines lectures, demonstrations and video with hands-on training and practice.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Based on student interest, this class may be offered in the spring). Contact the Department of Physical Education for more information.
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PE 217 - Dance - Modern
Instructor
Gretchen Jax - North Carolina Dance Theater
This class is designed for dancers with intermediate to advanced experience in modern dance technique. Applications of technical and expressive qualities in dance are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Cost of class: $30 for eight (1.5 hr) sessions
Class meets on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:00 PM, beginning September 12th.
This course is offered through Davidson College’s Dance Ensemble in partnership with The North Carolina Dance Theater
Through it’s partnership with NCDT, the Davidson College Dance Ensemble strives to give members of the Davidson community a chance to learn and express themselves through dance. We pride ourselves on being a completely student-run organization that welcomes and encourages all styles and skill levels of dancers and choreographers.
For more information on this class or any of the Dance Ensemble classes, contact Harper Addison
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PE 219 - Dance - Jazz
Instructor
Jackie Mccarthy - North Carolina Dance Theater
This class is designed for dancers with intermediate to advanced experience in jazz dance. Applications of technical and expressive qualities in dance are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Cost of class: $30 for six (1.5 hr) sessions
Class meets on Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:00 PM, beginning mid-late September.
This course is offered through Davidson College’s Dance Ensemble in partnership with The North Carolina Dance Theater
Through it’s partnership with NCDT, the Davidson College Dance Ensemble strives to give members of the Davidson community a chance to learn and express themselves through dance. We pride ourselves on being a completely student-run organization that welcomes and encourages all styles and skill levels of dancers and choreographers.
For more information on this class or any of the Dance Ensemble classes, contact Harper Addison
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PE 221 - Dance - Advanced Ballet
Instructor
Aimee Price - North Carolina Dance Theater
This class is designed for dancers with advanced experience in ballet. Applications of technical and expressive qualities in dance are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Cost of class: $30 for eight (1.5 hr) sessions
Class meets on Tuesday evenings, 7:30-9:00 PM, beginning September 11th.
This course is offered through Davidson College’s Dance Ensemble in partnership with The North Carolina Dance Theater
Through it’s partnership with NCDT, the Davidson College Dance Ensemble strives to give members of the Davidson community a chance to learn and express themselves through dance. We pride ourselves on being a completely student-run organization that welcomes and encourages all styles and skill levels of dancers and choreographers.
For more information on this class or any of the Dance Ensemble classes, contact Harper Addison
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PE 223 - Fitness for Life
Instructor
This program is offered through a partnership with the Huntersville Fitness and Aquatics Center.
Students will complete a pre- and post- semester Personal Wellness Profile, Fitness Assessment, and consultation with a Health Coach. Upon completion of the initial consultation, participants will receive a 10-week membership that will allow them to participate in unlimited fitness classes offered at HFFA. For a detailed description and schedule of classes click here
Prerequisites & Notes
This program can be taken by all students and does not have to be taken for credit or as part of the PE curriculum.
Students who wish to receive a lifetime activity credit for their participation may do so. For credit criteria contact the Department of Physical Education.
To take advantage of this opportunity contact Molly Burroughs at The Huntersville Fitness and Aquatics Center.
Cost for 10 week membership, fitness assessments, and personal consultation is $100.00 for students and $150 for faculty and staff.
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PE 224 - Beginning Modern Dance
Instructor
Gretchen Jax (North Carolina Dance Theater)
Class will include modern dance basics, essential positions, and movement styles. Students will explore spatial relationships and rhythmic patterns. Class concentrates on proper body alignment, use of breath, core strength, and the development of a beginning technical vocabulary.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Course will be offered late fall semester and/or spring semester - contact department for more information)
For more information on Gretchen Jax and the North Carolina Dance Theater click here
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PE 226 - Golf
Course content emphasizes the basic skills involved in club selection, golf course analysis, shot selection and execution of the golf swing. Rules, scoring, handicapping, and etiquette are included.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Course offered only spring semester)
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PE 230 - Karate
Instructor
William McDavitt
Course offers instruction in Shotokan karate as taught by the Japan Karate Association. As a result of this course, students will be able to demonstrate and effectively apply techniques of various stances, punching, kicking, striking, blocking, body shifting and combinations of the above.
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PE 234 - Racquetball
Instructor(s)
Tom Oddo or Sandy Helfgott
Beginner racquetball skills, rules, etiquette, scoring and strategies are taught. Round robin play with be included.
Prerequisites & Notes
None.
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PE 236 - Rock Climbing
Introduction to basic rock climbing techniques, equipment, belay, and safety and risk assessment issues.
Prerequisites & Notes
(This course will be offered late fall semester or spring semester - contact the Department of Physical Education for more information)
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PE 237 - Self Defense/R.A.D.
Instructor
Laura Vanzant
The Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training.
Prerequisites & Notes
Please note this class is designed for women only
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PE 241 - Squash
Instructor
Earnest Moss
This course will cover skills, rules, safety, court etiquette, and squash competition.
Prerequisites & Notes
(This course will be offered during the spring semester)
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PE 242 - Tennis
Instructor
Sandy Helfgott
This course emphasizes the acquisition of beginning level skills in the execution of forehand strokes, backhand strokes, the serve, and the volley. Rules, strategies of the singles and doubles games, etiquette, safety, and competitive activities are included.
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PE 245 - Wilderness Leadership Skills
Instructor
Davidson Outdoors
Explores techniques of providing leadership for groups in an outdoor adventure class situation. Includes conflict resolution, emotional management, and task balancing skills through an understanding of group dynamics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Wilderness Leadership is offered through the Davidson Outdoors Program. To take this course for physical education credit you will need the permission of the Physical Education Department and Davidson Outdoors.
For more information on Davidson Outdoors click here
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PE 253 - Yoga
Instructor
Kelley Gardner
One of the fastest growing styles of yoga in the world, Anusara is a powerful hatha yoga system that weaves universal alignment principles with non-dual philosophy creating a rich environment for self-knowledge, awareness, and empowerment. Imagine your body becoming stronger and more flexible as you increase your ability to manage daily stress through the physical practice, pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation.
Prerequisites & Notes
Our classes are for beginners and continuing students and are open to faculty, staff, their families, students, and alumni. If you are a student, remember that a semester of Yoga satisfies the Lifetime PE credit needed for graduation.
Day/Time: Tuesdays or Wednesdays- 12:30-1:45p
Location: Sprinkle Room (Union) unless otherwise noted
Dates: Sept 4/5 - Dec 4/5 (12weeks)
Fees: $108 for students ($9/class)
$132 for faculty/staff ($11/class)
What to Bring - What to wear -
If you have access to a yoga mat, bring it. The instructor has 10 extra mats to loan for use in class. If you are a continuing student, please purchase your own mat so that new students may use the loaners. The instructor also has straps for use as props. If you have tight hips/hamstrings, please bring a blanket to each class. Wear a workout top or t-shirt and either shorts or tights on the bottom. Your feet will be bare.
Please contact the Department of Physical Education or Kelley Gardner for more information
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PE 255 - Belly Dancing
Instructor
Jan Blodgett
Learn fundamental belly dance steps and isolations, limbering/stretching exercises, basic Middle Eastern rhythms, the use of finger cymbals, and the historical background of the belly dance.
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PE 261 - Pilates
Instructor(s)
Jamie Dunn and Leigh-Ann Mueller (Pilates Studio at the Lake - Davidson)
An hour long class that focuses on core strength that helps to build strength and flexibility as well as creating long, lean muscles. A tried and true technique that has been used by professional dancers and athletes for years, Pilates is a great way to build strength without bulk, and is also extremely effective in preventing and recovering from injury.
Prerequisites & Notes
This course is open for anyone interested in Pilates (regardless of experience). You can take it for credit or you can take it for fun (or both).
Cost is $100 for 10 lessons (please note: depending on interest the cost of the class may decrease…it will not increase)
Class will take place in the dance studio (bottom floor of Baker). Mats will be provided if you don’t have your own.
For more information on the instructors or Pilates Studio at the Lake click here
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PE 304 - Kayaking
Instructor
Davidson Outdoors
Step-by-step instruction will teach participants how to enter and exit a kayak, how to paddle the basic strokes and how to re-enter the boat after spilling.
Prerequisites & Notes
Successful completion of swim test.
Kayaking is offered through the Davidson Outdoors Program. To take this course for physical education credit you will need the permission of the Physical Education Department and Davidson Outdoors
For more information on Davidson Outdoors click here
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PE 307 - Sailing
Instructor
Staff
This course offers instruction in beginning, intermediate and advanced skills. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: demonstrate safe handling skills, self-rescue skill, and ways to apply the basic skills. They should be able to name the parts of a sail boat and be able to rig a sailboat.
Prerequisites & Notes
Successful completion of swim test.
Students provide their transportation to and from the Lake Campus. In case of inclement weather call the physical education department for instructions.
Fee: $40
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PE 311 - Swimming 1
Instructor
Jessica Miller (to learn more about Jessica click here)
This course is designed to teach a non-swimmer or a shallow water swimmer to become a safe and efficient deep water swimmer. After the development of sufficient skills to perform a modified crawl stroke, the elementary back stroke, survival floating, jumping into deep water, leveling off and changing directions, swimmers will be able to swim in deep water.
Prerequisites & Notes
Students that do not pass or do not take the swim evaluation must take Swimming 1 to fulfill their PE Aquatic requirement.
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PE 312 - Swimming 2
Instructor
Jessica Miller (for more information about Jessica click here)
For intermediate to advanced swimmers
Swimmers have the opportunity to work on advance techniques and aquatic skills. Participants practice running entries and distance swimming using crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Want a good swimming workout? This class is for you!!
Prerequisites & Notes
Successful completion of swimming evaluation or swimming 1.
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PE 316 - Water Skiing
Instructor
Lee Jones
This course offers instruction in beginning, intermediate and advanced skills. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate skills on two skis, slalom, trick and know safety rules.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must pass swimming evaluation
Students provide their own transportation to and from Lake Campus. In case of inclement weather call the physical education department for instructions.
Fee: $40
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PE 321 - Fitness Swimming
Instructor: Jessica Miller
This course is designed to promote fitness through the use of water-related activities compatible with a pool environment. Emphasis is placed on water resistant exercises, lap swimming utilizing various kicks and strokes, relays, and a variety of aquatic games.
Prerequisites & Notes
When: Monday’s 7:30-8:30pm; Starts January 28th
Where: Baker Sports Complex - Cannon Pool
Cost: Free for students/$25 for staff and faculty
Students must have successfully passed the swim evaluation during freshman orientation.
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PED 214 - Beginner/Intermediate Ballet
This class introduces the technique and discipline of classical ballet; develops understanding, skill and basic vocabulary.
Prerequisites & Notes
Ballet slippers are required
Cost: TBD
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PED 218 - Hip Hop
This class is an Intensive Hip-Hop and Jazz class that is geared for beginner students who will hopefully reach an intermediate level. This class will perform routines from east to west coast hip-hop and fuse some elements of jazz, modern, and salsa.
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PHY 103 - Physics of the Environment
Instructor
Cain
A study of the physical laws and processes that underlie environmental phenomena with a special focus on energy and radiation. Technical, economic and social consequences of these laws and processes will be examined to better delineate the complex decisions related to environmental issues. No laboratory.
Prerequisites & Notes
Designed for non-science majors. (Spring)
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PHY 105 - Astronomy
Instructor
Cain
A survey of the current scientific view of the Universe. Emphasis on the physical and mathematical principles necessary to understand how astronomers observe and interpret phenomena. Topics include the historical development of major astronomical theories, the interaction of light and matter, the life cycle of stars, and the structure and evolution of the Universe. No laboratory.
Prerequisites & Notes
Designed for non-science majors. (Fall)
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PHY 110 - The Physics Around You
Instructor
Cain, Yukich
A descriptive course, intended primarily for non-science majors, concerning the laws of mechanics, heat, electricity, light, magnetism, the atom and the nucleus as applied to the devices used and the natural occurrences observed in everyday experience. No laboratory.
Prerequisites & Notes
Designed for non-science majors. Not open to students with credit for Physics 120, 220, 130 or 230. (Fall)
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PHY 115 - Musical Technology
Instructor
Boye
The physical principles of sound, light, and electricity are developed and explored in order to understand their application in such technologies as digital audio recording and reproduction, synthesis of musical instruments, CDs, MP3s, personal audio players, lasers, and room acoustics. No laboratory.
Prerequisites & Notes
Designed for non-science majors. (Spring)
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PHY 118 - Advanced Placement Credit: Mechanics
Course credit for appropriate scores on the AP Physics B exam or the AP Physics C (mechanics) exam. The course does not satisfy the lab science distribution requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Only with specific permission of the chair may the course serve as prerequisite to other courses in Physics. Credit for Physics 118 is forfeited by a student who elects to take Physics 120 or 130.
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PHY 119 - Advanced Placement Credit: Electricity and Magnetism
Course credit for appropriate scores on the AP Physics C (electricity and magentism) exam. The course does not satisfy the lab science distribution requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Only with specific permission of the chair may the course serve as prerequisite to other courses in Physics. Credit for Physics 119 is forfeited by a student who elects to take Physics 220 or 230.
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PHY 120, 220 - General Physics
Instructor
Belloni, Cain, Christian, Yukich
Mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics and modern physics. One laboratory period each week.
Prerequisites & Notes
Physics 120 or permission of the instructor is prerequisite for Physics 220. (Both courses offered Fall and Spring)
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PHY 130, 230 - General Physics with Calculus
Instructor
Boye, Cain, Christian, Gfroerer
Mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics and modern physics. More comprehensive than Physics 120, 220 and designed for students who intend to major in chemistry, mathematics, physics, or who follow the dual-degree (3-2) Engineering track. One laboratory each week.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite for Physics 130: Math 130. Prerequisite for Physics 230: Physics 130 or permission of the instructor. (Physics 130, Fall; Physics 230, Spring)
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PHY 200 - Computational Physics (= CSC 200)
Instructor
Christian
Introduction to computer programming using an object-oriented programming language such as Java. Assignments will be based on simulations emphasizing problem solving in science, program writing, and numerical methods in science. A final project of the student’s choice is presented in an end-of-term poster session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics 120 or 130 at Davidson or permission of the instructor. (Spring)
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PHY 201 - Mathematical Methods for Scientists
Instructor
Belloni, Boye, Gfroerer
Designed to develop a basic competence in many areas of mathematics needed for junior/senior level work in the sciences. Basic methods of power series, complex numbers, Fourier analysis, linear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations and vector calculus covered clearly and carefully but without detailed proofs. Symbolic computation and scientific visualization tools used as appropriate.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MAT 135. (Spring)
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PHY 310 - Electronics and Instrumentation
Instructor
Boye, Yukich
Theoretical and laboratory investigations of analog and digital circuits including diodes, transistors, operational amplifiers, and logic gates and their use in computers and as instrument building blocks. Integration of these components to construct power supplies, oscillators, amplifiers and microcomputer systems. Introduction to assembly language and LabVIEW programming provided. Two laboratory periods each week.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics 220 or 230. (Fall)
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PHY 320 - Introduction to Modern Physics
Instructor
Boye, Gfroerer
A survey of 20th and 21st century physics. Topics include relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, elementary particles and cosmology. Two laboratory periods each week.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics 220 or 230. (Fall)
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PHY 330 - Intermediate Mechanics
Instructor
Belloni, Gfroerer
Newtonian principles are used with differential, integral, and vector calculus to analyze classical dynamics. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics are also developed and applied. Topics may include: linear and non-linear oscillations, gravitational systems, the calculus of variations, many-particle systems, non-inertial reference frames, rigid-body dynamics, normal modes, and wave theory.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: Physics 220 or 230 and Mathematics 135, or permission of the instructor. (Fall)
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PHY 335 - Advanced Laboratory
Instructor
Gfroerer, Yukich
Introduces physics majors to advanced laboratory experiments and research techniques, including writing and oral communication skills. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: Physics 220 or 230 and Physics 320. Physics 310 is recommended. (Spring)
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PHY 350 - Electricity and Magnetism
Instructor
Belloni, Cain, Yukich
Electrostatics, magnetostatics, and electromagnetic waves, with emphasis on the application of Maxwell’s equations.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics 330 or permission of the instructor. (Spring)
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PHY 360 - Quantum Mechanics I
Instructor
Belloni, Christian
Quantum mechanics with applications to exactly-solvable systems.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: Physics 330 and 350 or permission of the instructor. (Fall)
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PHY 391, 392 - Special Topics in Physics
Instructor
Staff
Open to qualified students with permission of instructor. Topics announced in advance of registration.
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PHY 395, 396 - Independent Study
Instructor
Staff
Open to students with substantial backgrounds in physics with written permission from a supervising professor who reviews and approves the study topic. The independent study typically culminates in a paper and/or an oral presentation.
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PHY 397 - Independent Study in Advanced Software Development in Science (= CSC 397)
Instructor
Christian
(Cross-listed as Computer Science 397). Independent study using computers to model dynamical systems in the natural sciences under the direction and supervision of the instructor who approves the specific topic of study. Emphasis is on the use of object-oriented programming and web-based protocols to investigate both dynamical systems and the representation of those systems as data structures and algorithms.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSC/PHY 200 or CSC 121 and one of PHY 310, CSC 231 or CSC 325, or permission of the instructor.
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PHY 400 - Statistical and Thermal Physics
Instructor
Cain, Gfroerer
An introduction to thermal physics using a statistical approach to describe systems composed of very many particles. The conclusions of classical thermodynamics are derived from statistical results.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics 330 or permission of the instructor. (Spring)
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PHY 410 - Intermediate Astrophysics
Instructor
Belloni
Astrophysical concepts are considered using the techniques of classical mechanics, electromagnetic theory, statistical mechanics, and quantum mechanics. Topics include: star formation, the structure and evolution of degenerate stars, supernova explosions, special and general relativity, and cosmology.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: Two or more of Physics 330, 350, 360, and 400, or permission of the instructor. (Not offered 2007-08.)
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PHY 415 - Optics and Lasers
Instructor
Yukich
Applications of electromagnetic theory to modern optics and lasers. Topics include electromagnetic wave propagation and superposition, optical elements and devices, Fourier transforms, diffraction, polarization, interference, and coherence theory. Specific applications are made to lasers, spectrometers, interferometers, and optical systems.
Prerequisites & Notes
Physics 350 or persmission of the instructor. (Not offered 2007-08.)
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PHY 430 - Advanced Mechanics
Instructor
Boye, Christian
Continuation of Physics 330 including computer modeling. Topics include motion in non-inertial reference frames, rigid-body motion, Hamiltonian formalism, coupled oscillations and other selected topics such as special and general relativity.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Physics 330. (Spring)
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POL 100W - (Comp) First-Year Writing Seminar
Instructor
Roberts, Shaw
Topics covered include “The American Dream of Success” and “Justice and Piety.”
Prerequisites & Notes
Satisfies the distribution requirement in composition. Open only to first-year students. (Offered every year.)
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POL 102 - Contemporary Political Ideologies
Instructor
Ahrensdorf
This course investigates the theories at the foundation of liberal democracy, capitalism, communism, fascism, Nazism, and political Islam.
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to juniors and seniors. Formerly POL 101. (Offered every year.)
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POL 111 - American Politics
Instructor
Roberts, Sellers
Analysis of American political processes, institutions, and problems.
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to juniors and seniors. (Offered every semester.)
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POL 130 - Comparative Politics
Instructor
Menkhaus, Rigger
Introduction to the comparative study of political institutions, selected public policy challenges, and political trends in selected countries and regions around the world. Students are introduced to aspects of critical analysis and comparative methods as part of exploration of topics such as comparative electoral systems, executive-legislative relations, health care policies, gun control, immigration, taxation, and the democratization.
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to juniors and seniors. (Offered every semester.)
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POL 141 - International Politics
Instructor
Alexander, Crandall, Ortmayer
Contemporary global issues, foreign policy, and the structures and processes of conflict and cooperation in a dynamically changing world environment.
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to juniors and seniors. (Offered every semester.)
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POL 205 - Family and Justice
Instructor
Shaw
Examination of the ways in which families and political and economic institutions shape one another, with special emphasis on policies that promote marriage over ‘alternative’ family arrangements; state–mandated family leave policies; ‘family-friendly’ corporate employment practices; same-sex marriage; divorce law; and welfare reform.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Fall)
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POL 208 - Classical Political Theory (= CLA 268)
Instructor
Ahrensdorf
Through a study of works by Aristophanes, Plato, and Aristotle, this course examines the Socratic revolution in the history of thought, why Socrates founded political philosophy, and the radical challenge that classical political philosophy poses to modern and contemporary political thought.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered every year.)
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POL 209 - Medieval Political Theory
Instructor
Ahrensdorf, Shaw
Major political thinkers of medieval Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered alternate years.)
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POL 210 - Parties and Interest Groups
Instructor
Roberts
Analysis of the internal operation of parties and interest groups and their role in the American electoral and legislative process.
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to juniors and seniors except by permission of the instructor. (Offered every year.)
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POL 215 - The Politics of Feminism
Instructor
Roberts, Thornberry
Philosophical origins of the feminist movement and its impact on the current American political scene.
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to first-year students. (Offered alternate years.)
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POL 221 - Methods and Statistics in Political Science
Instructor
Rigger, Sellers, Thornberry
The framework of social science analysis, and the use of statistics for studying political problems. Topics range from research design and hypothesis testing to correlation and multiple regression.
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POL 230 - West European Politics
Instructor
Ortmayer
Comparative analysis of the political culture, party systems, political economy, and foreign policies of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and other selected Western European states.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered every year.)
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POL 233 - Politics of the Americas
Instructor
Crandall
This course examine the history, politics, economics, and society of the countries and regions comprising the Americas– and Latin America in particular. In addition to the regular course readings, students will also view several Latin American films and read novels by Latin American authors.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered every year.)
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POL 240 - Politics of Africa
Instructor
Menkhaus
Survey of contemporary political and economic issues facing the African continent, including international relations of Africa.
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POL 241 - Politics of the Middle East
Instructor
Menkhaus
Survey of contemporary political and economic issues facing the Middle East, including international relations of the Middle East.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Not offered in 2007-08.)
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POL 252 - Classics in the Cinema(=CLA 252)
Instructor
Krentz and Ortmayer
Analysis of films about ancient Greece and Rome, with particular emphasis on issues of historical accuracy and the cultural and political context in which the films were made.
Provides major credit in classics or political science and satisfies a distribution requirement in the social sciences.
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POL 294 - Davidson in Washington Independent Study
Instructor
Staff
Project involving student research conducted in Washington, D.C., as part of the summer program of Davidson in Washington. Must have a significant political component.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered every year.)
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POL 295 - Independent Study
Instructor
Staff
Research leading to the submission of a major paper under the direction and supervision of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic of the independent study and evaluates the student’s work.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (Offered every semester.)
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POL 300 - Modern Political Theory
Instructor
Shaw
Leading political philosophers from the Renaissance to the latter part of the 19th century.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered every year.)
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POL 301 - Contemporary Political Theory
Instructor
Shaw
Major political philosophers from Nietzsche to the present.
Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered every year.)
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