40 courses with the subject PC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
as providing an opportunity for practical application of the skill developed in students' area of concentration. Note: see the chapter " Special Programs " under Internships; listed as Internship (Title); must be 6 weeks long. Prerequisite: Permission.
POEs, consists of research seminars given by invited speakers and members of the department, both faculty and students. Discussions regarding specific career opportunities and preparation for graduate studies will also be an integral part of the seminar.
physics such as Microcontroller Electronics and Physics Phun Night Practicum. Note: Students may take each ST: course for credit.
(including periodic motion, fluid static's and dynamics), heat and thermodynamics, molecular theory and wave motion (including acoustics). Note: A working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry is required. Corequisite: PC-200L. (N, QM)
accompany PC200. The individual experiments will involve topics in mechanics, energy, sound, and waves. Labs Involve computer acquisition of data for some experiments. Note: A special fee is assessed.
magnetism, electromagnetic waves, and optics. Additional topics may include atoms and molecules, nuclear physics, relativity and solid state physics. Note: A working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry is required. Corequisite: PC-201L. Prerequisite: PC-200. (N, QM)
accompany PC201. The individual experiments will involve topics in circuits, light and optics, and nuclear physics. Involves computer acquisition of data for some experiments. Note: A special fee is assessed.
(including periodic motion and dynamics), heat and thermodynamics, and special relativity. Corequisite:
designed to accompany PC-202. Individual experiments will correlate with the course, including kinematics, Newton's Laws, energy, and momentum. Corequisite: PC-202. Prerequisite or corequisite: MA-130 or MA- 230. (N)
magnetism, electromagnetic waves and optics. Additional topics may include atoms and molecules, nuclear physics, relativity and solid state physics. Corequisite: PC-203L. Prerequisite: PC-202 or PC-204. (N, QM)
accompany PC203. The individual experiments will involve topics in circuits, light and optics, and nuclear physics. Prerequisite: PC-202 or PC-204. Corequisite: PC-203. (N)
(including periodic motion, statics, and dynamics), heat and thermodynamics, and special relativity. This course includes an integrated introductory laboratory experience. This course is designed to be taken by students interested in a Program of Emphasis in Physics or Engineering Physics. Pre- or co-requsites: MA- 130; FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (N, QM, WK-FR)
starting with basic AC and DC circuits. The unit explains the principles of operation of the power supply, amplifier, oscillator, logic circuits, micro controllers, and other basic circuits. An associated laboratory component allows construction of and measurements on the circuits under consideration. Note: a special fee is assessed. (N)
develop skills valuable to working as an engineer. These include isometric drafting, reverse engineering 3D objects, and working with various CAD software. 3D printing skills will also be developed and utilized to fabricate objects and multi-part systems in various materials. Students will work independently and in groups at various times throughout the course.
weapons. Students will learn the basic physics upon which these devices operate, and explore moral issues that arose in the interactions of communities impacted by their construction, use, and testing, including the perspectives of scientists, government officials, and affected citizenry. Current issues and concerns regarding nuclear weapons will be studied as well. (CA, N, H, CW, WK-SP)
technological innovations underlying all engineering fields. This course provides a scientific foundation to promote a rigorous understanding of materials from an atomistic to macroscopic viewpoint. Material systems (polymers, metals, ceramics, and electronic) are developed sequentially to provide a framework to explain the fundamental, physical origins of observable and important macro scale properties. Prerequisite: MA-130.
physics such as Musical Acoustics and Physics Phun Night Practicum. Note: Students may take each ST: course for credit.
relativity and quantum theory with applications in atomic and molecular physics, nuclear physics, elementary particles and solid state physics. Prerequisite: MA-230 or PC-203. (Previously titled Theoretical
course. A series of weekly experiments will be carried out, each designed to develop specific experimental skills. Skills include learning various lab tools (spectrometers, spectrum analyzers, LabVIEW, Excel, etc), documenting work as it is done, designing & setting up experiments, appropriately and efficiently gathering
revisited and expanded to give stronger and more complete skills used when conducting research, including applied statistics, excel and other tools. Individual and team projects will be carried out that involve researching, designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments. Students will also decide on and prepare for their future capstone project including thoroughly researching it, writing a review paper, and presenting it.
atomic scale. This course examines atomic clusters, 2D materials, surfaces, interfaces, and nanoparticles, with applications spanning physics, chemistry, and biology. Topics include batteries, solar cells, crystallography, defects, and condensed matter, alongside hands-on modern characterization techniques. Both historical milestones and emerging technologies are discussed. Prerequisite: MA-130.
apply them to better understand the body, medicine & other biosciences. This will include biomechanics, instrumentation, medical conditions, diagnostic techniques and therapeutic treatments practiced today or under development (e.g. imaging, lasers, ultrasound, EKG). Geared toward health professions students and others interested in instrumentation or applied physics. Prerequisite: BI-101 or PC-200 or PC-202 or PC-204.
involving equilibrium of co-planar and non-planar force systems, analysis of frames and trusses, friction, centroids and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: PC202 or PC204. (N)
involving the kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies. Techniques involving Newton's laws, work- energy and impulse momentum are presented and used extensively. Prerequisite: PC320. (N)
physical science courses. The emphasis is on early exposure to mathematical techniques and their applications rather than on rigorous derivation. Topics include series analysis, complex variables, theory, matrix mechanics, ordinary and partial differential equations, vector and tensor analysis, and Fourier series.
measurement, the concepts of heat and work, the laws of thermodynamics, applications of these concepts to physical systems, the elements of statistical mechanics and as many topics of current concern as time allows. Prerequisites: MA-235 and PC-301. (Formerly titled: Thermodynamics) (N)
intended for students pursuing research experience outside of the capstone framework. Students work closely with a faculty mentor to design and carry out an original or applied research project appropriate to their level of preparation. The course emphasizes research skills, professional responsibility, and sustained engagement with a scientific problem. Requires instructor permission.
physics such as solid state physics, astrophysics, general relativity, and medical physics. Note: Students may take each ST: course for credit.
the particle-in-a-box, the harmonic oscillator, angular momentum, the hydrogen atom, and electron spin started in PC-301 and/or CH-305, but at a level that is mathematically much more detailed and proceeds from the postulates of quantum mechanics in a logical manner. With this beginning, the course then focuses on more complex problems such as the behavior of multi-electron atoms and molecules. Issues of the meaning of measurement such as embodied in the EPR paradox, the Bell Inequality, and the interpretation of associated experiments are also discussed. The course is heavily problem oriented requiring a strong mathematical background. Prerequisites: MA-235 and either PC-301 or CH-305. (N)
and Hamiltonian approaches. Emphasis is placed on developing the student's ability to analyze physical problems involving particles, systems of particles and rigid bodies. Insight is provided into a variety of techniques for solving such problems. Prerequisites: PC-301 and MA-235. (Formerly titled: Mechanics) (N)
image formation. Major emphasis on Fourier techniques. Study of geometrical optics, quantum optics, and radiometry as time permits. Prerequisites: PC300 or PC301. (N)
research project under the guidance of a faculty member. Prerequisite: by permission. (N)
physics and engineering physics majors, emphasizing analytic and/or creative thinking and depth of disciplinary knowledge. Requires instructor permission and senior class standing.
standing. Corequisite: PC-495. (N)
electric fields in matter, magnetostatics, magnetic fields in matter, introductory electrodynamics including Maxwell's equations, and electromagnetic waves, potentials, and fields. Prerequisites: PC-301 and MA-235. (N)
pursue research related to the placement. Corequisite: PC-490. Requires permission and sophomore, junior, or senior class standing. (N)
vary by course. PC-INS Independent Study (1-4 credits) PC-TUT PC Teaching Assistant (1-6 credits) See Catalog.
Source: Juniata College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
