Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
PHSC 233 - General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism Introduction to electrostatics, conductors and currents, magnetic fields, and Maxwell’s equations. When Offered: Spring. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours lecture, one hour recitation, weekly. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 132, 134. Corequisite(s): PHSC 237. Note(s): Primarily for Physical Science and Engineering Physics majors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 234 - General Physics III: Waves, Optics and Modern Physics Wave theory, sound, geometric optics, interference and diffraction, relativity, wave properties of particles, and introduction to quantum physics. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory, weekly. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 233, 237. Note(s): Primarily for Physical Science and Engineering Physics majors. The optics section may be taken for one credit (PHSC 450). Fee: $110. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 4. PHSC 237 - General Physics II Laboratory The application of the laws and theories of electricity and magnetism through experiment. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours laboratory weekly. Corequisite(s): PHSC 233. Fee: $85. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. PHSC 250 - Science and Origins A survey of basic scientific theories of origins, their crucial experimental evidences, and background material in physics, chemistry, geology and astronomy. Particular attention will be given to comparison of scientific theories of origins and biblical revelation. Note(s): Approved for General Education Science credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 311 - Computer Techniques in Science and Engineering Use of computation tools using MATLAB and LabVIEW in chemistry, physics and engineering, digital signal analysis and instrument control. When Offered: Fall. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 124, 233, 237; or CHEM 106; MATH 205 recommended. Fee: $100. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 313 - Statics Statics of particles, rigid bodies in two and three dimensions, centroids and centers of gravity, structures, friction, and inertia. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours lecture weekly. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 132, 134. Note(s): Primarily for Engineering Physics majors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 314 - Mechanics of Materials Analysis of stress, strain and deflection of mechanical elements due to tension. Shear, bending or torsion, combined stresses, elastic stability and energy methods. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 313. Note(s): Primarily for Engineering Physics majors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 316 - Dynamics The concepts of force, mass, and acceleration, of work and energy, and of impulse and momentum as applied to problems involving the motion of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 313. Note(s): Primarily for Engineering Physics majors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 318 - Classical Mechanics Newtonian mechanics of particles and systems of particles, rigid bodies, oscillating systems, gravitation, moving coordinate systems, Lagrange’s and Hamilton’s equations. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours lecture. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 132, 134; MATH 335. Note(s): Primarily for physics majors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 321 - Circuits and Instrumentation I Introduction to circuit elements, network theorems, response, semiconductor devices, integrated circuits, and the operation and design of analog DC/AC circuits. Also introduces the fundamentals of Boolean logic and digital design. Laboratory work involves extensive construction and analysis of circuits, as well as introduction of soldering and assembly techniques. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three hours lecture; six hours laboratory, weekly. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 233, 237. Fee: $130. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 5. PHSC 322 - Circuits and Instrumentation II Boolean algebra and relevant theorems and design practices covering discrete devices, application-specific integrated circuits, and programmable logic devices. Both lecture and laboratory sessions will be integrated into the class meeting times as required. Lecture/Lab Hours: Two hours lecture; three hours laboratory, weekly. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 321. Fee: $120. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 326 - Sciences CSET Preparation Review of the subject matter in the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) Science subtest exams. Test-taking strategies. Note(s): May be taken a total of 3 times. Does not count toward the major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1.
PHSC 331 - Thermodynamics Introduction to energy, heat, work, entropy, temperature and states of matter. The first, second and third laws of thermodynamics with an emphasis on applications. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 132, 134. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 336 - Mathematical Methods in Physics This course covers a variety of advanced mathematical techniques essential to the solution of problems in the physical sciences and engineering. Topics include tensors, complex variables, contour integrals, solutions of partial differential equations, boundary-value problems, special functions (such as Bessel functions and Legendre functions), and Fourier series and Fourier and Laplace transforms. When Offered: Fall. Cross-listed: MATH 336. Prerequisite(s): MATH 335. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 340 - Electrodynamics The application of vector calculus and Maxwell’s equations in the analysis of static and dynamic electromagnetic waves in dielectrics and conductors. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 233, 237; MATH 335. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 352 - Fundamentals of Materials Science Introduction to the structure-property relationships of engineering and natural materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. Examines the strength of materials, strengthening mechanisms, diffusion, phase transformations, heat treatment and microstructure control. Considers how materials are selected for design of a product. Cross-listed: CHEM 352. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 112 or 233; CHEM 105 and MATH 105. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 401 - History of Science A survey of the history of science with analysis of science as a way of knowing the world. Emphasis on how human culture shapes scientific practice. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 214; HIST 208; PHSC 111 or 132; PHSC 112 or 233. Note(s): Does not count towards the major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 402 - Philosophy of Science A survey and analysis of the philosophical methods that the sciences use as a way of knowing the world. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 214; HIST 208; PHSC 111 or 132; PHSC 112 or 233. Note(s): Does not count towards the major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 412 - Introduction to Quantum Mechanics An introduction to quantum mechanics including 1-D potentials, Schrodinger’s equation, the hydrogen atom with spin, Dirac notation, operator formalism, bonding, the solid state and interpretation. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 234; MATH 335. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. PHSC 420 - Special Projects Research or industrial internship to provide practical experience in a field of the student’s interest. Designed primarily for students working off campus in a situation where special projects are possible. Restriction(s): Must be a Junior or Senior CPE (BCHM, CHEM, PHEP, PHSC, PHYS) or Biological Sciences (BIES, BIHB, BIOS, BISI) major. Note(s): May be taken for a total of 6 credits. Fee: May involve lab fees of up to $130. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. PHSC 450 - Special Topics in Physical Science Varying course content. Topics such as optics, special relativity, nuclear and biophysics will be offered. Restriction(s): Must be a Junior or Senior CPE (BCHM, CHEM, PHEP, PHSC, PHYS) or Biological Sciences (BIES, BIHB, BIOS, BISI) major. Fee: May involve lab fees of up to $130. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. PHSC 460 - Capstone Seminar A capstone course for all biochemistry, chemistry, physics, and physical science majors that includes: (1) presentation of a seminar, (2) service learning project and, (3) integration readings and discussion. Restriction(s): Must be a Junior or Senior CPE (BCHM, CHEM, PHSC, PHYS) or Biological Sciences (BIES, BIHB, BIOS, BISI) major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. PHSC 480 - Advanced Physics Laboratory A laboratory course in which selected experiments cover several areas of classical and contemporary physics. Emphasis on data collection and analysis techniques. Prerequisite(s): PHSC 234, 321; MATH 335. Fee: $130. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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