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ARCN 246 Archaeological Methods & Lab 6 credits
As a field that is truly interdisciplinary, archaeology uses a wide range of methods to study the past. This course provides a hands-on introduction to the entire archaeological process through classroom, field, and laboratory components. Students will participate in background research concerning local places of historical or archaeological interest; landscape surveying and mapping in GIS; excavation; the recording, analysis, and interpretation of artifacts; and the publication of results. This course involves real archaeological fieldwork, and students will have an opportunity to contribute to the history of the local community while learning archaeological methods applicable all over the world.
Sophomore priority
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ARCN 246.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Sarah Kennedy 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- T, THAnderson Hall 121 10:10am-11:55am
- TAnderson Hall 122 1:15pm-5:00pm
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Sophomore Priority
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ARCN 246.53 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Sarah Kennedy 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- T, THAnderson Hall 121 10:10am-11:55am
- WAnderson Hall 122 1:15pm-5:00pm
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Sophomore Priority
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ASTR 110 Introduction to Astronomy 6 credits
An introduction to current astronomy with an emphasis on how we know what we know. Topics include the solar system; the life cycles of stars; pulsars, quasars, and black holes; and the history and future fate of the universe. No mathematics background beyond high school algebra and trigonometry is assumed.
Extra time for evening observing
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ASTR 113 Observational and Laboratory Astronomy 3 credits
Theory and practice of basic techniques in observational and laboratory astronomy. Certain problems involve the use of the 16-inch and 8-inch telescopes.
S/Cr/NC only
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Astronomy 100, 110, 127, 232, 233, Physics 226, 228, 232, 233 or instructor permission
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BIOC 301 Survey of Biochemistry 6 credits
This course applies the principles of chemistry to explore the molecular basis of biological processes. It provides students with a foundational knowledge of biochemistry, with an emphasis on the structure and function of biological macromolecules including nucleic acids and proteins. Topics include enzyme catalysis and kinetics, bioenergetics, and the organization and regulation of metabolic pathways. Biology majors must also complete BIOC 311 in order for BIOC 301 to count towards the Biology major.
Not open to students who have taken CHEM 320 or BIOL 380
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Biology 126, Chemistry 224, Chemistry 234
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BIOC 301.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Rou-Jia Sung 🏫 👤
- Size:40
- M, WHulings 316 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FHulings 316 1:10pm-2:10pm
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BIOL 125 Genes, Evolution, and Development and Lab 6 credits
Emphasizes the role of genetic information in biological systems. Under this theme, we cover subjects from the molecular to the population levels of organization, including genetics, structure/function of DNA, gene expression and regulation, the changing genetic makeup of species as they evolve, and the development of individual organisms from zygotes. The active learning format of this course allows time in class to apply new concepts with faculty present. Students enter Carleton from a wide variety of academic experiences and our introductory courses are designed to provide a level playing field for students regardless of previous science background.
Sophomore Priority with two spots held for upperclass students
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BIOL 280 Cell Biology 6 credits
An examination of the structures and processes that underlie the life of cells, both prokaryotic and eukaryotic. Topics to be covered include methodologies used to study cells; organelles, membranes and other cellular components; protein targeting within the cell; and cellular communication and division.
BIOL 281 required.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Biology 125 and 126 and concurrent registration in Biology 281
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BIOL 280.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty: Staff
- Size:32
- M, WHulings 316 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FHulings 316 2:20pm-3:20pm
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BIOL 321 Ecosystem Ecology 6 credits
Ecosystem ecology involves the study of energy and material flow through systems, including both the biotic (animals, plants, microbes) and abiotic (soil, water, atmosphere) components. Topics include the major elemental cycles (carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus), patterns of energy flow, and the controls of these fluxes for different ecosystems. Current environmental issues are emphasized as case studies, including climate change, land use change, human alterations of nutrient cycles, and biodiversity effects on ecosystems.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Writing Requirement
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one 200 level course in Biology or Geology 230, 258, 285 or Environmental Studies 244, 254, 260, 265, 288
Biology 126
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BIOL 321.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Daniel Hernández 🏫 👤
- Size:20
- M, WHulings 120 9:50am-11:00am
- FHulings 120 9:40am-10:40am
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BIOL 338 Genomics and Bioinformatics 6 credits
The advent of next-generation sequencing technology has revolutionized biology, enabling transformative breakthroughs in fields ranging from agriculture to conservation to medicine. In this course, students will gain experience with the computational and bioinformatics tools needed to analyze “big data,” including sequence searching and alignment, assembly, gene calling and annotation. Students will learn to ask and answer their own scientific questions using sequence data, and to critically assess the conclusions of other genomics and bioinformatics studies. No prior computer programming experience is required. Associated laboratory will focus on wet lab methods for DNA/RNA extraction and preparation as well as computational analysis.
Biology 339 required
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Biology 125 and 126 and one of these upper level courses: Biology 240, Biology 321 or Biology 350
concurrent registration in Biology 339
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BIOL 338.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Rika Anderson 🏫 👤
- Size:20
- M, WAnderson Hall 223 9:50am-11:00am
- FAnderson Hall 223 9:40am-10:40am
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BIOL 350 Evolution 6 credits
Principles and history of evolutionary change in wild populations, with consideration of both microevolutionary and macroevolutionary time scales. Topics covered include causes of change in gene frequency, the nature of adaptation, constraints on evolutionary change, the evolution of genes and proteins, rates of speciation and extinction, and the major events in evolutionary history.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Biology 125 and 126
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BIOL 350.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Mark McKone 🏫 👤
- Size:40
- M, WLeighton 305 11:10am-12:20pm
- FLeighton 305 12:00pm-1:00pm
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BIOL 365 Seminar: Topics in Neuroscience 6 credits
We will focus on recent advances in neuroscience. All areas of neuroscience (cellular/molecular, developmental, systems, cognitive, and disease) will be considered. Classical or foundational papers will be used to provide background.
Waitlist only
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Biology 125 and 126 or instructor consent
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CHEM 122 An Introduction to Chemistry 6 credits
An introduction to the fundamentals of chemistry to prepare students to enter subsequent chemistry courses (Chemistry 123 or 128). Atoms and molecules, stoichiometry, and gases will be covered in the course. Although learning through discovery-based processes, small groups, and short laboratory experimentation will occur, this is not a lab course and does not fulfill the requirements for medical school. This course assumes competence with simple algebra, but no prior chemistry experience.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Students with high school chemistry should probably take Chemistry 123 or 128. (Determined by the self-administered Chemistry Placement Evaluation, Chemistry Home Page).
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CHEM 122.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Tamra Lahom 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FAnderson Hall 121 1:10pm-2:10pm
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CHEM 123 Principles of Chemistry I and Lab 6 credits
An introduction to chemistry for students who have strong high school preparation in chemistry or who have taken Chemistry 122. Topics include the electronic structure of atoms, periodicity, molecular geometry, thermodynamics, bonding, equilibrium, reaction kinetics, and acids and bases. Each offering will also focus on a special topic(s) selected by the instructor. Students cannot receive credit for both Chemistry 123 and 128.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Chemistry 122 or placement via Chemistry Placement Exam (see Chemistry Department webpage)
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CHEM 123.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty: Staff
- Size:24
- M, WOlin 141 9:50am-11:00am
- TAnderson Hall 221 1:00pm-5:00pm
- FOlin 141 9:40am-10:40am
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CHEM 123.57 Fall 2023
- Faculty: Staff
- Size:24
- M, WOlin 141 9:50am-11:00am
- TAnderson Hall 221 8:00am-12:00pm
- FOlin 141 9:40am-10:40am
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CHEM 224 Principles of Chemistry II and Lab 6 credits
A more advanced study of several core introductory chemistry principles. This course is suitable for students with advanced placement in chemistry or students who have completed Chemistry 123 or 128. Topics include coordination chemistry, advanced bonding models, spectroscopy, advanced acid/base and redox equilibria, and electrochemistry. The topics will be taught from varying perspectives using examples from biochemistry, the environment, energy, or materials chemistry. The lab will focus on developing computational, quantitative, and synthetic skills and will prepare students for more advanced laboratory work in chemistry.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Chemistry 123 or Chemistry 128
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CHEM 224.54 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Rachel Horness 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WOlin 141 8:30am-9:40am
- FOlin 141 8:30am-9:30am
- THAnderson Hall 229 1:00pm-5:00pm
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CHEM 224.59 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Rachel Horness 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WOlin 141 8:30am-9:40am
- FOlin 141 8:30am-9:30am
- THAnderson Hall 229 8:00am-12:00pm
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CHEM 233 Organic Chemistry I and Lab 6 credits
Theoretical aspects of carbon chemistry are examined with reference to structure-reactivity relationships, functional groups, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms and spectroscopy. Laboratory work concentrates on modern techniques of organic chemistry, inquiry-based projects, and spectroscopic analysis. One laboratory per week.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Chemistry 123 or 128
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CHEM 233.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Matt Whited 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WAnderson Hall 323 11:10am-12:20pm
- FAnderson Hall 323 12:00pm-1:00pm
- TAnderson Hall 321 1:00pm-5:00pm
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CHEM 233.54 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Gretchen Hofmeister 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WWeitz Center 235 9:50am-11:00am
- FWeitz Center 235 9:40am-10:40am
- THAnderson Hall 321 1:00pm-5:00pm
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CHEM 233.59 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Gretchen Hofmeister 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WWeitz Center 235 9:50am-11:00am
- FWeitz Center 235 9:40am-10:40am
- THAnderson Hall 321 8:00am-12:00pm
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CHEM 301 Chemical Kinetics Laboratory 3 credits
A mixed class/lab course with one four-hour laboratory per week and weekly discussion/problem sessions. In class, the principles of kinetics will be developed with a mechanistic focus. In lab, experimental design and extensive independent project work will be emphasized.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Writing Requirement
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Chemistry 224 and 233 and Mathematics 120 or 121
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CHEM 301.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Daniela Kohen 🏫 👤
- Size:8
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:40am
- FAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:30am
- TAnderson Hall 213 1:00pm-5:00pm
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CHEM 301.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Tamra Lahom 🏫 👤
- Size:8
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:40am
- FAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:30am
- TAnderson Hall 213 1:00pm-5:00pm
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CHEM 301.03 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Daniela Kohen 🏫 👤
- Size:8
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:40am
- FAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:30am
- TAnderson Hall 213 8:00am-12:00pm
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CHEM 301.04 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Tamra Lahom 🏫 👤
- Size:8
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:40am
- FAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:30am
- TAnderson Hall 213 8:00am-12:00pm
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CHEM 301.05 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Daniela Kohen 🏫 👤
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:40am
- FAnderson Hall 121 8:30am-9:30am
- THAnderson Hall 213 1:00pm-5:00pm
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CHEM 343 Chemical Thermodynamics 6 credits
The major topic is chemical thermodynamics, including the First and Second Laws, the conditions for spontaneous change, thermochemistry, and chemical equilibrium. To showcase how chemists utilize energy concepts to solve problems, thermodynamics will be regularly applied to a number of real-world examples and scientific problems.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Chemistry 123 or 128, Mathematics 120 or 211 and six credits from Physics courses number 131 to 165.
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CHEM 343.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Trish Ferrett 🏫 👤
- Size:40
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 11:10am-12:20pm
- FAnderson Hall 121 12:00pm-1:00pm
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CHEM 353 Organic Chemistry III 6 credits
This course explores the relationship between structure and reactivity in organic molecular systems, with an emphasis on reaction mechanisms. Topics include molecular orbital theory, stereoelectronic effects, linear free energy relationships, and kinetic isotope effects. We will use these theories to revisit and deepen our understanding of reactions from Chemistry 233 (Organic Chemistry & Lab) and 234 (Organic Chemistry II & Lab). We will then analyze additional classes of reactions, such as pericyclic, enantioselective, and organometallic transformations. Students will use the primary literature to further investigate these topics.
CHEM 301 or 343 or 344 required
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Chemistry 234
Either previous or concurrent registration in Chemistry 301, 343 or 344
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CHEM 353.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Kaz Skubi 🏫 👤
- Size:15
- M, WAnderson Hall 323 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 323 2:20pm-3:20pm
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CS 111 Introduction to Computer Science 6 credits
This course will introduce you to computer programming and the design of algorithms. By writing programs to solve problems in areas such as image processing, text processing, and simple games, you will learn about recursive and iterative algorithms, complexity analysis, graphics, data representation, software engineering, and object-oriented design. No previous programming experience is necessary. Students who have received credit for Computer Science 201 or above are not eligible to enroll in Computer Science 111.
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CS 201 Data Structures 6 credits
Think back to your favorite assignment from Introduction to Computer Science. Did you ever get the feeling that “there has to be a better/smarter way to do this problem”? The Data Structures course is all about how to store information intelligently and access it efficiently. How can Google take your query, compare it to billions of web pages, and return the answer in less than one second? How can one store information so as to balance the competing needs for fast data retrieval and fast data modification? To help us answer questions like these, we will analyze and implement stacks, queues, trees, linked lists, graphs, and hash tables. Students who have received credit for a course for which Computer Science 201 is a prerequisite are not eligible to enroll in Computer Science 201.
- Fall 2023
- Formal or Statistical Reasoning Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Computer Science 111 or instructor permission
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CS 201.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Eric Alexander 🏫 👤
- Size:34
- M, WAnderson Hall 329 9:50am-11:00am
- FAnderson Hall 329 9:40am-10:40am
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Sophomore Priority
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DGAH 110 Hacking the Humanities 6 credits
The digital world is infiltrating the academy and profoundly disrupting the arts and humanities, posing fundamental challenges to traditional models of university education, scholarly research, academic publication and creative production. This core course for the Digital Arts & Humanities minor introduces the key concepts, debates and technologies that shape DGAH, including text encoding, digital mapping (GIS), network analysis, data visualization, 3D imaging and basic programming languages. Students will learn to hack the humanities by making a collaborative, publishable DH project, while acquiring the skills and confidence necessary to actively participate in the digital world, both in college and beyond.
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DGAH 110.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty: Staff
- Size:30
- T, THCMC 110 10:10am-11:55am
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The digital world is infiltrating the academy and profoundly disrupting the arts and humanities, posing fundamental challenges to traditional models of university education, scholarly research, academic publication and creative production. This core course for the Digital Arts & Humanities minor introduces the key concepts, debates and technologies that shape DGAH, including text encoding, digital mapping (GIS), network analysis, data visualization, 3D imaging and basic programming languages. Students will learn to hack the humanities by making a collaborative, publishable DH project, while acquiring the skills and confidence necessary to actively participate in the digital world, both in college and beyond.
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ECON 110 Principles of Macroeconomics 6 credits
This course gives students a foundation in the general principles of economics as a basis for effective citizenship and, when combined with 111, as a preparation for all advanced study in economics. Topics include analysis of the measurement, level, and distribution of national income; the concepts of inflation and depression; the role and structure of the banking system; fiscal and monetary stabilization techniques; implications of and limits to economic growth; and international economic relations.
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ECON 110.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Ethan Struby 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WWillis 204 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FWillis 204 2:20pm-3:20pm
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ECON 110.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Victor Almeida 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WWillis 204 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FWillis 204 1:10pm-2:10pm
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ECON 110.03 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Michael Hemesath 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- T, THWillis 204 8:15am-10:00am
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ECON 111 Principles of Microeconomics 6 credits
This course gives the students a foundation in the general principles of economics as a basis for effective citizenship and, when combined with 110, as a preparation for all advanced study in economics. Topics include consumer choice theory; the formation of prices under competition, monopoly, and other market structures; the determination of wages, profits, and income from capital; the distribution of income; and an analysis of policy directed towards problems of public finance, pollution, natural resources, and public goods.
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ECON 111.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Nathan Grawe 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- T, THWillis 204 1:15pm-3:00pm
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ECON 111.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Prathi Seneviratne 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- T, THWillis 204 10:10am-11:55am
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ECON 111.03 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Jonathan Lafky 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WWillis 204 11:10am-12:20pm
- FWillis 204 12:00pm-1:00pm
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ECON 240 Microeconomics of Development 6 credits
This course explores household behavior in developing countries. We will cover areas including fertility decisions, health and mortality, investment in education, the intra-household allocation of resources, household structure, and the marriage market. We will also look at the characteristics of land, labor, and credit markets, particularly technology adoption; land tenure and tenancy arrangements; the role of agrarian institutions in the development process; and the impacts of alternative politics and strategies in developing countries. The course complements Economics 241.
- Fall 2023
- International Studies Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 111
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ECON 240.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Faress Bhuiyan 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- M, WWillis 211 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FWillis 211 1:10pm-2:10pm
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ECON 267 Behavioral Economics 6 credits
This course introduces experimental economics and behavioral economics as two complementary approaches to understanding economic decision making. We will study the use of controlled experiments to test and critique economic theories, as well as how these theories can be improved by introducing psychologically plausible assumptions to our models. We will read a broad survey of experimental and behavioral results, including risk and time preferences, prospect theory, other-regarding preferences, the design of laboratory and field experiments, and biases in decision making.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 110 and 111
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ECON 267.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Jonathan Lafky 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- M, WWillis 211 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FWillis 211 2:20pm-3:20pm
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ECON 271 Economics of Natural Resources and the Environment 6 credits
This course focuses on environmental economics, energy economics, and the relationship between them. Economic incentives for pollution abatement, the industrial organization of energy production, optimal depletion rates of energy sources, and the environmental and economic consequences of alternate energy sources are analyzed.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 111
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ECON 271.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Aaron Swoboda 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- M, WWillis 211 11:10am-12:20pm
- FWillis 211 12:00pm-1:00pm
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ECON 274 Labor Economics 6 credits
Why do some people choose to work and others do not? Why are some people paid higher wages than others? What are the economic benefits of education for the individual and for society? How do government policies, such as subsidized child care, the Earned Income Tax Credit and the income tax influence whether people work and the number of hours they choose to work? These are some of the questions examined in labor economics. This course will focus on the labor supply and human capital decisions of individuals and households.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 110 and 111
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ECON 274.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Faress Bhuiyan 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- M, WWillis 203 9:50am-11:00am
- FWillis 203 9:40am-10:40am
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ECON 282 The Theory of Investment Finance 6 credits
This course provides an introduction to the broad range of financial instruments that are used to fund economic activities. We will explore major asset classes in financial markets, look at how investors make choices when allocating their portfolios, and learn how to price a typical security within each asset class. Topics in this course include asset classification, portfolio theory, debt and equity securities valuation, and derivatives valuation.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 110 and 111
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ECON 282.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Yingtong Xie 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- T, THWillis 203 10:10am-11:55am
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ECON 330 Intermediate Price Theory 6 credits
An analysis of the forces determining relative prices within the framework of production and distribution. This class is normally taken by juniors. Sophomores considering enrolling should speak to the instructor.
Extra time
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 110 and 111 and Mathematics 111
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ECON 330.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Jenny Bourne 🏫 👤
- Size:20
- T, THWillis 211 1:15pm-3:00pm
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ECON 331 Intermediate Macro Theory 6 credits
Analysis of the forces determining the general level of output, employment, and prices with special emphasis on the role of money and on interest rate determination. This class is normally taken by juniors. Sophomores considering enrolling should speak to the instructor.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Economics 110 and 111, Mathematics 111 and Statistics 120 or Statistics 250 or instructor consent
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ECON 395 Advanced Topics in Economics of the Family 6 credits
This course examines the many ways in which economics explains family behaviors. Questions explored include: What factors explain marriage, divorce, and alternative family structures? How might we understand fertility decisions and the demographic transition that accompanies industrialization? How does family background (e.g., family size, parent income, or receipt of transfer payments) affect child outcomes? What factors explain the degree to which women have a voice within the family? How might policy reform alter family choices? Special attention is given to methodological issues pertaining to survey data.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry Writing Requirement
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Economics 329, 330, and 331, or instructor permission
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ECON 395 Advanced Topics in Financial Economics 6 credits
This course will include a wide range of topics in Financial Economics and related policy analyses. Specific areas of study depend on student interest but will largely include topics like: financial asset returns; corporate financial policies and the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies of corporations; household financial portfolio choices; business cycle fluctuations, financial sector shocks, and the related macroeconomic policies; developments of financial markets and economic growth. Class time will be a combination of peer-reviewed journal article discussions, application of econometric techniques, individual presentations, and some small group activities to help with research ideas and writings.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry Writing Requirement
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Economics 329, 330, and 331, or instructor permission
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ECON 395.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Yingtong Xie 🏫 👤
- Size:15
- T, THWillis 203 1:15pm-3:00pm
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ECON 395 Advanced Topics in Labor Economics 6 credits
Labor economics is the study of work and pay. It encompasses a wide variety of topics, including the nature of the labor contract, human capital investment, fringe benefits, search and hiring, turnover, working conditions, discrimination, union activities, income and wealth distribution, and government policies. The seminar considers labor market activities within the larger context of general household decision-making about family formation, the timing of marriage and childbirth, and the allocation of unpaid household work among family members.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry Writing Requirement
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Economics 329, 330, and 331, or instructor permission
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ECON 395.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Jenny Bourne 🏫 👤
- Size:15
- T, THWillis 211 10:10am-11:55am
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ENTS 120 Introduction to Geospatial Analysis & Lab 6 credits
Spatial data analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, global positioning, and related technologies are increasingly important for understanding and analyzing a wide range of biophysical, social, and economic phenomena. This course serves as an overview and introduction to the concepts, algorithms, issues, and methods in describing, analyzing, and modeling geospatial data over a range of application areas.
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ENTS 225 Carbon and Climate 6 credits
This course will focus on the interconnections between the Earth’s carbon cycle and climate system. Particular interest will be given to how Earth system processes involved in the carbon cycle operate on geologic timescales and how these systems are responding to anthropogenic emissions. Required weekly laboratories will explore carbon cycle processes in local environments and will include outdoor field work, lab analyses, and computer modeling.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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One lab science course
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ENTS 225.51 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Dan Maxbauer 🏫 👤
- Size:9
- M, WAnderson Hall 123 9:50am-11:00am
- MAnderson Hall 123 2:00pm-6:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 123 9:40am-10:40am
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Sophomore priority, 9 spots held for upperclass students who should register for ENTS 225 61
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ENTS 225.61 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Dan Maxbauer 🏫 👤
- Size:8
- M, WAnderson Hall 123 9:50am-11:00am
- MAnderson Hall 123 2:00pm-6:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 123 9:40am-10:40am
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Upperclass priority 9 spots held for Frosh/soph who should register for ENTS 225 51
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ENTS 225.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Dan Maxbauer 🏫 👤
- Size:9
- M, WAnderson Hall 123 9:50am-11:00am
- TAnderson Hall 123 1:00pm-5:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 123 9:40am-10:40am
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Sophomore priority, 9 spots held for upperclass students who should register for ENTS 225 62
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ENTS 225.62 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Dan Maxbauer 🏫 👤
- Size:8
- M, WAnderson Hall 123 9:50am-11:00am
- TAnderson Hall 123 1:00pm-5:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 123 9:40am-10:40am
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Upperclass sections 9 spots held for first year and sophomores who should register for ENTS 225 52
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ENTS 232 Research Methods in Environmental Studies 3 credits
This course covers various methodologies that are used to prosecute interdisciplinary academic research relating to the environment. Among the topics covered are: identification of a research question, methods of analysis, hypothesis testing, and effective rhetorical methods, both oral and written.
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ENTS 232.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Tsegaye Nega 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- TWillis 203 8:15am-10:00am
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GEOL 125 Introduction to Field Geology and Lab 6 credits
This course introduces fundamental principles of geology and geological reasoning using the geology of southern Minnesota as a guide. Weather permitting, much of the classroom and lab time will be spent outdoors at nearby sites of geological interest. Using field observations, descriptions, data-gathering and interpretation, supplemented by lab work and critical reading, students will piece together the most important elements of the long and complex geologic history of southern Minnesota. Field trips, including one or two all-day weekend trips, and laboratories included.
First year priority. Extra time, weekend field trips.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Not open to students who have taken another 100-level Geology course
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GEOL 125.54 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Cameron Davidson 🏫 👤
- Size:18
- T, THAnderson Hall 129 10:10am-11:55am
- THAnderson Hall 129 1:00pm-5:00pm
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First year priority Extra time, weekend field trips
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GEOL 210 Geomorphology and Lab 6 credits
A lab and field-focused introduction to water resources–the processes driving the water cycle, the methods used to quantify and understand the flow of water, and the relationship between humans and water. Weekly field trips to nearby locations such as streams, wellfields, caves, and water infrastructure to develop skills including streamflow measurements, water quality monitoring, pump tests, and measuring soil properties. No previous outdoor experience required.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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100 level Geology course
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GEOL 210.53 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Chloé Fandel 🏫 👤
- Size:18
- M, WAnderson Hall 123 11:10am-12:20pm
- WAnderson Hall 123 2:00pm-6:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 123 12:00pm-1:00pm
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GEOL 210.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Chloé Fandel 🏫 👤
- Size:18
- M, WAnderson Hall 123 11:10am-12:20pm
- TAnderson Hall 123 2:00pm-6:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 123 12:00pm-1:00pm
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HIST 335 Finding Ireland’s Past 6 credits
How do historians find and use evidence of Ireland’s history? Starting with an exploration of castle archaeology and digital reconstruction, and ending with a unit on folklore and oral history collections from the early twentieth century, the first half of the course takes students through a series of themes and events in Irish history. During the second half of the course, students will pursue independent research topics to practice skills in historical methods, and will complete either a seminar paper or a digital project.
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HIST 335.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Susannah Ottaway 🏫 👤
- Size:15
- T, THLeighton 330 10:10am-11:55am
- T, THLeighton 202 10:10am-11:55am
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IDSC 100 Data Visualization As Activism 6 credits
Data visualization (turning evidence into images) and activism have a common goal: to make the invisible more visible. How can graphs be used for activist work? Through discussion, reading, production, and reflection, this seminar will teach students how to read and think critically about graphs, produce graphs for public audiences, and consider the ethical dimensions of data access and representation. We will learn from data visualization pioneers such as W.E.B. Du Bois, who combined graphs and photographs for the 1900 Paris World’s Fair to tell a complex story of the agency, sophistication, and oppression of African Americans in post-emancipation America. As we discuss the role of data viz in activism, we will learn to experiment with creating our own visual arguments; our final project will be in partnership with a local community organization. No previous experience with statistics or graphing software is necessary.
Held for new first year students Only students eligible for TRIO should select this course. If you apply to TRIO but are not admitted, you will be allowed to change your course selection. TRIO Student Support Services is a program that serves U.S. citizens and permanent residents who meet established income requirements, are first-generation in college, and/or who have a documented disability.
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IDSC 100.04 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Lin Winton 🏫 👤
- Size:15
- M, WLibrary 305 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FLibrary 305 2:20pm-3:20pm
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NEUR 127 Foundations in Neuroscience and Lab 6 credits
This course is an introduction to basic neural function. Topics include neural transmission, development of the nervous system, anatomy, sensory systems, learning and the corresponding change in the brain, and the role of the nervous system in behavior. Team-based learning will be used to understand the experiments that shape current knowledge.
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NEUR 127.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Eric Hoopfer 🏫 👤 · Sarah Meerts 🏫 👤
- Size:16
- T, THWeitz Center 235 10:10am-11:55am
- THulings B04 1:00pm-5:00pm
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NEUR 127.53 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Eric Hoopfer 🏫 👤 · Sarah Meerts 🏫 👤
- Size:16
- T, THWeitz Center 235 10:10am-11:55am
- WHulings B04 2:00pm-6:00pm
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PHYS 131 Introduction to Physics: Newtonian Mechanics and Lab 3 credits
A traditional introduction to classical mechanics using the Newtonian worldview. The kinematics and dynamics of some simple systems are investigated using Newton’s laws, vector analysis, and the conservation laws of momentum and energy. Comfort with algebra and the integration and differentiation of elementary functions is assumed. Weekly laboratory work.
1st 5 Week
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Concurrent registration in or successful completion of Mathematics 101 or 111, not open to students who have completed Physics 143, 144 or 145 at Carleton
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PHYS 131.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Arjendu Pattanayak 🏫 👤 · Seth Kimbrell 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 11:10am-12:20pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 12:00pm-1:00pm
- TAnderson Hall 021 1:00pm-5:00pm
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1st 5 weeks
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PHYS 131.59 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Arjendu Pattanayak 🏫 👤 · Chris West 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 11:10am-12:20pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 12:00pm-1:00pm
- THAnderson Hall 021 8:00am-12:00pm
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1st 5 weeks
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PHYS 151 Introduction to Physics: Relativity and Particles and Lab 3 credits
An introduction to principles of physics in the realm of the very small and very fast. The course provides an introduction to special relativity where time and space are intertwined and explores the motion of objects whose speeds approach the speed of light. Comfort with algebra and the integration and differentiation of elementary functions is assumed. Weekly laboratory work.
2nd 5 week
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Mathematics 101 or 111 (completion or concurrent registration) and Physics 131 (completion or concurrent registration). Not open to students who have completed Physics 143 or 144 at Carleton.
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PHYS 151.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Seth Kimbrell 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 11:10am-12:20pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 12:00pm-1:00pm
- TAnderson Hall 021 1:00pm-5:00pm
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2nd 5 weeks
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PHYS 152 Introduction to Physics: Environmental Physics and Lab 3 credits
An introduction to principles of physics and their application to the environment. Topics include energy and its flows, engines, energy efficiency, energy usage and conservation in vehicles and buildings, the atmosphere, and climate change. Comfort with algebra and the integration and differentiation of elementary functions is assumed. Weekly laboratory work or field trips.
2nd 5 weeks
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Mathematics 101, 111 (completion or concurrent registration) and Physics 131 (completion or concurrent registration), 143, 144 or 145
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PHYS 152.59 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Arjendu Pattanayak 🏫 👤 · Chris West 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WAnderson Hall 223 11:10am-12:20pm
- FAnderson Hall 223 12:00pm-1:00pm
- THAnderson Hall 021 8:00am-12:00pm
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PHYS 228 Atomic and Nuclear Physics and Lab 6 credits
An introduction to quantum mechanics and select applications that explore physics in the realm of the very small world or atoms and nuclei. Topics include wave-like and particle-like behavior of both light and matter, behavior of particles in confined spaces, material properties of solids, radioactive decay, and experimental techniques and instrumentation for exploring these optical, atomic, and nuclear processes. One laboratory per week.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Physics 143, 144 or 151 and Mathematics 120
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PHYS 228.52 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Barry Costanzi 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 1:10pm-2:10pm
- TAnderson Hall 035 1:00pm-5:00pm
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PHYS 228.54 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Barry Costanzi 🏫 👤 · Jay Tasson 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 1:10pm-2:10pm
- THAnderson Hall 035 1:00pm-5:00pm
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PHYS 228.59 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Barry Costanzi 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 1:10pm-2:10pm
- THAnderson Hall 035 8:00am-12:00pm
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PHYS 343 Electronics and Lab 6 credits
A study of the electrical circuits and electronics underlying modern physics instrumentation. Includes an introduction to microprocessor and microcomputer design. Approximately equal emphasis on analog and digital electronics. One laboratory per week.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Physics 235
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PHYS 343.59 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Melissa Eblen-Zayas 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- M, WAnderson Hall 027 11:10am-12:20pm
- THAnderson Hall 027 8:00am-12:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 027 12:00pm-1:00pm
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PHYS 346 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics 6 credits
The fundamentals of classical thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. Topics include the laws of thermodynamics; heat engines and refrigerators; the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution; the various canonical distributions; the statistical concepts of temperature and entropy; Fermi-Dirac, and Bose-Einstein distributions with applications to black-body radiation, phonons, and electrons in solids; the Ising model; and an introduction to critical phenomena.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Physics 226 or 228
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PHYS 346.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Arjendu Pattanayak 🏫 👤
- Size:24
- M, WAnderson Hall 036 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 036 2:20pm-3:20pm
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PHYS 355 Topics in Advanced Classical Mechanics 6 credits
Lagrangian and Hamiltonian methods including central force motion, coupled harmonic oscillators, and the study of continuous systems. Additional subjects may include fluid dynamics, classical field theory or other specialized topics.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Physics 231
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PHYS 355.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Jay Tasson 🏫 👤
- Size:12
- M, WAnderson Hall 323 9:50am-11:00am
- FAnderson Hall 323 9:40am-10:40am
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POSC 120 Democracy and Dictatorship 6 credits
An introduction to the array of different democratic and authoritarian political institutions in both developing and developed countries. We will also explore key issues in contemporary politics in countries around the world, such as nationalism and independence movements, revolution, regime change, state-making, and social movements.
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POSC 120.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Alfred Montero 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WLeighton 305 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FLeighton 305 1:10pm-2:10pm
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Sophomore Priority
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POSC 122 Politics in America: Liberty and Equality 6 credits
An introduction to American government and politics. Focus on the Congress, Presidency, political parties and interest groups, the courts and the Constitution. Particular attention will be given to the public policy debates that divide liberals and conservatives and how these divisions are rooted in American political culture.
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POSC 122.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Ryan Dawkins 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- M, WHasenstab 105 11:10am-12:20pm
- FHasenstab 105 12:00pm-1:00pm
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POSC 230 Methods of Political Research 6 credits
An introduction to research method, research design, and the analysis of political data. The course is intended to introduce students to the fundamentals of scientific inquiry as they are employed in the discipline. The course will consider the philosophy of scientific research generally, the philosophy of social science research, theory building and theory testing, the components of applied (quantitative and qualitative) research across the major sub-fields of political science, and basic methodological tools. Intended for majors only.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry Writing Requirement
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Statistics 120, 230, 250, AP Statistics (score of 4 or 5) or Psychology 200/201 or Sociology/Anthropology 239
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POSC 230.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Greg Marfleet 🏫 👤
- Size:18
- T, THHasenstab 002 10:10am-11:55am
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POSC 232 PS Lab: Agent-Based Models 3 credits
Linear modeling using statistical techniques and equilibrium-centered, game-theoretic approaches are standard methods in quantitative social science. However, research into complex systems suggests that dynamic, chaotic and non-linear processes are common in networked, multi-actor systems. Equilibrium may also be difficult to achieve in a world of adaptive or evolutionary agents. How do these concepts apply to our political world? In this class we will explore agent-based models related to political, social and policy questions while student build their own models using the open-source NetLogo language.
- Fall 2023
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Political Science 230 or concurrent enrollment
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POSC 232.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Greg Marfleet 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- THasenstab 002 8:15am-10:00am
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POSC 232 PS Lab: Focus Group Analysis 3 credits
This lab offers a hands-on experience in designing and moderating a small group discussion for the purpose of observing not only attitudes, beliefs, and opinions but also dynamic social interactions as a method for getting answers to complex, dynamic social science research questions. Students will design a focus group study, learning about participant selection and recruitment; question writing and protocol design; group conversation moderation; data extraction and analysis, report writing, and overall project and data management.
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POSC 232.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Barbara Allen 🏫 👤
- Size:18
- THasenstab 105 3:10pm-4:55pm
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POSC 265 Public Policy and Global Capitalism 6 credits
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to comparative and international public policy. It examines major theories and approaches to public policy design and implementation in several major areas: international policy economy (including the study of international trade and monetary policy, financial regulation, and comparative welfare policy), global public health and comparative healthcare policy, institutional development (including democratic governance, accountability systems, and judicial reform), and environmental public policy.
- Fall 2023
- International Studies Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Social Inquiry
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Statistics 120 strongly recommended, or instructor permission
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POSC 265.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Alfred Montero 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- M, WHasenstab 105 8:30am-9:40am
- FHasenstab 105 8:30am-9:30am
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POSC 274 Covid-19 and Globalization 6 credits
What are the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic on global politics and public policy? How do state responses to COVID-19 as well as historical cases such as the Black Death in Europe, the SARS outbreak in East Asia and Middle East, and the Ebola outbreak in Africa help us understand the scientific, political, and economic challenges of pandemics on countries and communities around the world? We will apply theories and concepts from IR, political economy, and natural sciences to explore these questions and consider what we can learn from those responses to address other global challenges like climate change.
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POSC 274.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Tun Myint 🏫 👤
- Size:25
- T, THHasenstab 002 3:10pm-4:55pm
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PSYC 110 Principles of Psychology 6 credits
This course surveys major topics in psychology. We consider the approaches different psychologists take to describe and explain behavior. We will consider a broad range of topics, including how animals learn and remember contexts and behaviors, how personality develops and influences functioning, how the nervous system is structured and how it supports mental events, how knowledge of the nervous system may inform an understanding of conditions such as schizophrenia, how people acquire, remember and process information, how psychopathology is diagnosed, explained, and treated, how infants and children develop, and how people behave in groups and think about their social environment.
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PSYC 110.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Neil Lutsky 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WLanguage & Dining Center 104 8:30am-9:40am
- FLanguage & Dining Center 104 8:30am-9:30am
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PSYC 110.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Neil Lutsky 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WLanguage & Dining Center 104 11:10am-12:20pm
- FLanguage & Dining Center 104 12:00pm-1:00pm
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PSYC 110.03 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Lawrence Wichlinski 🏫 👤
- Size:35
- M, WBoliou 104 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FBoliou 104 1:10pm-2:10pm
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PSYC 210 Psychology of Learning and Memory 6 credits
A summary of theoretical approaches, historical influences and contemporary research in the area of human and animal learning. The course provides a background in classical, operant, and contemporary conditioning models, and these are applied to issues such as behavioral therapy, drug addiction, decision-making, education, and choice. It is recommended that students enroll concurrently in Psychology 211. A grade of C- or better must be earned in both Psychology 210 and 211 to satisfy the LS requirement.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Writing Requirement
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Psychology 110 or Neuroscience 127 or instructor permission
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PSYC 210.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Julie Neiworth 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 9:50am-11:00am
- FAnderson Hall 121 9:40am-10:40am
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8 spots held for sophomores (sophomores register for PSYC 210 10)
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PSYC 210.10 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Julie Neiworth 🏫 👤
- Size:2
- M, WAnderson Hall 121 9:50am-11:00am
- FAnderson Hall 121 9:40am-10:40am
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Held for sophomores, sophomores unable to register should waitlist for PSYC 210 00
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PSYC 211 Laboratory Research Methods in Learning and Memory 2 credits
This course accompanies Psychology 210. Students will replicate classical studies and plan and conduct original empirical research projects in the study of human and animal learning and memory. Psychology 211 requires concurrent or prior registration in Psychology 210. A grade of C- or better must be earned in both Psychology 210 and 211 to satisfy the LS requirement.
PSYC 210 required previously or concurrently.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter Writing Requirement
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Psychology 110 or Neuroscience 127 or instructor permission
Concurrent registration in Psychology 210
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PSYC 211.01 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Julie Neiworth 🏫 👤
- Size:11
- T, THHulings B12 1:15pm-3:00pm
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4 spots held for sophomores (sophomores register for PSYC 211 11)
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PSYC 211.11 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Julie Neiworth 🏫 👤
- Size:1
- T, THHulings B12 1:15pm-3:00pm
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Held for sophomores, sophomores unable to register should waitlist for PSYC 211 01
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PSYC 211.02 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Julie Neiworth 🏫 👤
- Size:11
- Hulings B12 2:00pm-4:00pm
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4 spots held for sophomores (sophomores register for PSYC 211 12)
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PSYC 211.12 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Julie Neiworth 🏫 👤
- Size:1
- Hulings B12 2:00pm-4:00pm
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Held for sophomores, sophomores unable to register should waitlist for PSYC 211 02
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PSYC 260 Health Psychology 6 credits
This course will examine how psychological principles can be employed to promote and maintain health, prevent and treat illness, and encourage adherence to disease treatment regimens. Within a biopsychosocial framework, we will analyze behavioral patterns and public policies that influence risk for cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic pain, substance abuse, and sexually transmitted diseases, among other conditions. Additionally, students in groups will critically examine the effects of local policies on health outcomes and propose policy changes supported by theory and research. A grade of C- or better must be earned in both Psychology 260 and 261 to satisfy the LS requirement.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Psychology 110 or instructor permission
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PSYC 260.00 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Gisel Flores-Montoya 🏫 👤
- Size:29
- MAnderson Hall 121 1:50pm-3:00pm
- WOlin 141 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 121 2:20pm-3:20pm
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8 spots held for sophomores (sophomores register for PSYC 260 10)
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PSYC 260.10 Fall 2023
- Faculty:Gisel Flores-Montoya 🏫 👤
- Size:3
- MAnderson Hall 121 1:50pm-3:00pm
- WOlin 141 1:50pm-3:00pm
- FAnderson Hall 121 2:20pm-3:20pm
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Held for sophomores, sophomores unable to register should waitlist on PSYC 260 01
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PSYC 261 Health Psychology Lab 2 credits
This course provides students with direct experience applying principles of health psychology. Students will engage in a term-long self-directed project aimed at increasing the frequency of a healthy behavior (such as exercising) or decreasing the frequency of an unhealthy behavior (such as smoking). Additionally, we will read and discuss case studies that relate to the current topic in the lecture portion of the course. Requires concurrent registration in Psychology 260. A grade of C- or better must be earned in both Psychology 260 and 261 to satisfy the LS requirement.
PSYC 260 required.
- Fall 2023
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Concurrent registration in Psychology 260
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STAT 120 Introduction to Statistics 6 credits
Introduction to statistics and data analysis. Practical aspects of statistics, including extensive use of the statistical software R, interpretation and communication of results, will be emphasized. Topics include: exploratory data analysis, correlation and linear regression, design of experiments, basic probability, the normal distribution, randomization approach to inference, sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, and two-way tables. Students who have taken Mathematics 211 are encouraged to consider the more advanced Mathematics 240/Statistics 250 Probability/Statistical Inference sequence.
- Fall 2023
- Formal or Statistical Reasoning Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Not open to students who have already received credit for Psychology 200/201, Sociology/Anthropology 239 or Statistics 250
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STAT 220 Introduction to Data Science 6 credits
This course will cover the computational side of data analysis, including data acquisition, management, and visualization tools. Topics may include: data scraping, data wrangling, data visualization using packages such as ggplots, interactive graphics using tools such as Shiny, supervised and unsupervised classification methods, and understanding and visualizing spatial data. We will use the statistics software R in this course.
- Fall 2023
- Formal or Statistical Reasoning Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Statistics 120, Statistics 230 or Statistics 250
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STAT 230 Applied Regression Analysis 6 credits
A second course in statistics covering simple linear regression, multiple regression and ANOVA, and logistic regression. Exploratory graphical methods, model building and model checking techniques will be emphasized with extensive use of statistical software to analyze real-life data.
- Fall 2023
- Formal or Statistical Reasoning Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Statistics 120, Statistics 250, Psychology 200, or AP Statistics Exam score of 4 or 5.
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STAT 285 Statistical Consulting 2 credits
Students will apply their statistical knowledge by analyzing data problems solicited from the Northfield community. Students will also learn basic consulting skills, including communication and ethics.
All interested students are encouraged to add to the waitlist and the instructor will reach out after registration. This course is repeatable, but if the instructor cannot admit every student on the waitlist, priority will be given first to Statistics majors who have not previously taken the course and then to other students who have not taken the course.
- Fall 2023
- Formal or Statistical Reasoning Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Statistics 230 and instructor permission
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STAT 320 Time Series Analysis 6 credits
Models and methods for characterizing dependence in data that are ordered in time. Emphasis on univariate, quantitative data observed over evenly spaced intervals. Topics include perspectives from both the time domain (e.g., autoregressive and moving average models, and their extensions) and the frequency domain (e.g., periodogram smoothing and parametric models for the spectral density).
- Fall 2023
- Formal or Statistical Reasoning Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Statistics 230 and 250. Exposure to matrix algebra may be helpful but is not required