Sep 27, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


How to Read the Course Listings

The following listing is a basic description of courses currently offered by the college. Courses are listed alphabetically by department and numerically within the department. Descriptions are general in nature and are not intended to include all topics which may be part of the course. Specific course questions should be directed to the responsible academic department.

Explanation of Course Description Items:

Subject Code and Course Number - Each course is assigned a four-letter code identifying the course subject and a three-digit number.

Pre-requisite(s) - Course(s) that must be completed before the student is eligible to schedule the course.

Co-requisite(s) - Course(s) that must be taken during the same term as the course.

Pre- or co- requisite(s) - Course(s) that must be either completed before the student is eligible to schedule the course or taken during the same term as the course.

Lab Fee - Indicates that an additional fee will be required of students registering for the course. Lab fees vary by course from $10 and up.

Terms Offered - The term or terms the course is normally offered during the year.

Offered Distance Learning: Indicates whether the course is offered in a distance learning format. Refer to each term’s course listing for when it is offered as such. PLEASE NOTE: Distance Learning sections, or sections with a distance learning component, may have specific hardware and/or software requirements. Computers that meet these requirements are available for student use on campus.

Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation  - Courses designated as Liberal Arts and Sciences electives are identified with the applicable category name:

Humanities (HUM)
Mathematics (MAT)
Science (SCI)
Social Science (SSC)

SUNY General Education Designation(s)   - Courses designated as SUNY General Education electives are identified with the applicable category name(s):

American History (AH)
Arts (AR)
Basic Communications (BC)
Foreign Language (FL)
Humanities (HU)
Mathematics (MT)
Natural Science (NS)
Other World Civilizations (OC)
Social Science (SS)
Western Civilization (WC)

Applied Learning Type - Courses that include a service learning component are identified with the following abbreviations:

OSL - Optional Service Learning
RSL - Required Service Learning

Credits - The number of credits to be awarded to a student who successfully completes the course. If the credits are followed by “ND,” the course is not college-level and therefore not applicable toward a degree, but this number of hours will be included in the student’s tuition charge and course load status.

Contact Hours - Lists the type and number of contact hours per week for the course if taken in a standard term.

Lecture - The number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a classroom situation.
Lab - The number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a laboratory situation.
Other - The number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a setting other than the classroom or laboratory. Field work, small group discussions and shop hours may be included in these hours.

Service Learning   

 

Mortuary Science

  
  • MTSC 120 Hygiene and Sanitary Science

    A survey of the basic principles of chemistry and microbiology which relate these disciplines to mortuary science, especially as they pertain to sanitation, disinfection, public health, and embalming practice. The development and use of personal, professional and community hygiene and sanitation practice is encouraged. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Pre-requisite(s): MTSC 134 Anatomy .
    Co-requisite(s): MTSC 130 Embalming Theory and Practice I .
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MTSC 130 Embalming Theory and Practice I

    Introduction to the theory and practice of arterial embalming and supplement treatment with some emphasis on chemistry as it relates to embalming. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Pre-requisite(s): MTSC 134 Anatomy .
    Co-requisite(s): MTSC 120 Hygiene and Sanitary Science .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 4
  
  • MTSC 134 Anatomy

    This course is an introduction to the gross anatomy of the human body, using the systems approach with special emphasis on the circulatory, skeletal, and muscular systems. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3
  
  • MTSC 207 Funeral Service Grief and Counseling

    This required course for all Mortuary Science students will explain current concepts in grief, bereavement and counseling techniques used by the funeral director with the bereaved. It will explore death and dying issues as they relate to children, adolescents, the middle aged and the elderly as well as unique grief situations found in sudden deaths, suicide, disaster, SIDS, and others. The basic skills of funeral service counseling will be explored. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students
    Pre-requisite(s): PSYC 100 General Psychology .
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MTSC 210 Funeral Service Management

    Funeral Service Management is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of management. The curriculum is divided into two main sections. The first covers general management technique and theory. The second section examines specific areas of funeral service and management guidelines for those areas. This course focuses upon the responsibilities and functions of a manager, with special emphasis on managerial guidelines specific to funeral service including a discussion of business and financial principles inherent in the operation of a funeral directing establishment. Students will be exposed to the essential financial operations including financial analysis, insurance, advertising, personnel and accounts receivable. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Pre-requisite(s): MKTG 216 Small Business Management .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • MTSC 215 Funeral Directing and Merchandising

    This course introduces the student to the role of the funeral director, specifically in educating the families they serve of the various choices they have available. The curriculum is divided into two main sections. The first half of the course covers: basic services performed by the funeral director from first call to final disposition of the deceased; survey of ceremonies and procedures of various religious, fraternal and other organized groups; interprofessionals relationships with clergy, medical personnel and public agencies; the dual role of the funeral director as an effective caregiver and manager; business, social and ceremonial etiquette. The second half of the curriculum examines caskets, outer burial containers, and other funeral related products, methods of purchasing, pricing, display, and sale of funeral merchandise. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Pre-requisite(s): BADM 200 Business Communications , BADM 110 Legal and Ethical Environment of Business I (Business Law I) , MTSC 210 Funeral Service Management .
    Co-requisite(s): ACTG 100 Applied Accounting .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 4
  
  • MTSC 220 Pathology

    The general principles of pathology as applied to a study of the diseases which affect various organs, with particular emphasis on those conditions which relate to embalming and legal problems. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Co-requisite(s): MTSC 230 Embalming Theory and Practice II .
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MTSC 225 Restorative Art

    Instruction in the problems of restoration of human remains to approximate a natural appearance. The student will be given theoretical and practical experience in the use of materials employed in restoration including a discussion of the qualities, effect, application and uses of color and cosmetics. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Pre-requisite(s): MTSC 130 Embalming Theory and Practice I .
    Co-requisite(s): MTSC 230 Embalming Theory and Practice II .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • MTSC 226 Color and Cosmetics

    Instruction covers every aspect of the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out the application of cosmetics. The importance and use of color in its application to restorative art and funeral services is studied, including the Prang System of color combinations and harmonies both in pigments and illumination. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • MTSC 230 Embalming Theory and Practice II

    A continuation of MTSC 130 Embalming Theory and Practice I , with greater emphasis on difficulties encountered in special cases. In order to successfully complete this two-course sequence, each student shall be required to actively participate in the embalming of at least 10 human remains under the college’s supervision. Open only to matriculated Mortuary Science students.
    Pre-requisite(s): MTSC 130 Embalming Theory and Practice I .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 4
  
  • MTSC 250 Pre-Professional Mortuary Seminar

    This seminar focuses on the skills necessary to find and obtain an internship placement and pass the National Board Examination. Students learn about employment strategies, job searches and interviewing skills. Students will prepare a professional portfolio, a resume, a letter of interest and complete a reflective paper assessing their own professional preparedness. Students will practice test taking strategies and utilize review materials provided by the NCE Board in preparation for the board exam. Open only to graduating senior Mortuary Science students or by permission of the instructor.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • MTSC 260 Grieving Adolescents

    This course deals with adolescent grief and loss. Adolescence is a unique developmental stage with its own strengths and weaknesses. This course is designed for teachers, parents, nurses, clergy and all caregivers who desire to be more effectible in their interactions with young adults who are grieving.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • MTSC 261 Grieving Children

    This course focuses on the special needs of children who are grieving because of any loss. Loss is presented as part of attachment theory and is broadly defined. This course is designed to help teachers, parents, nurses, clergy, and all other care givers to be more effective in enabling children to grieve.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • MTSC 262 Understanding Grief and Loss for Helping Professionals

    This course presents an overview of the recent theories about grief and loss. Special emphasis will be placed on applying theories to situations both at home and in the classroom. This course is designed to enable teachers, parents, nurses, clergy and others to be sensitive to the special needs of all grievers.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • MTSC 270 Mortuary Law

    Fundamental concepts and principles of law applicable to the operation of a funeral home. Topics include legal environment of business; contracts, business organizations, including partnerships and corporations; agencies; personal and real property; estate law; cemetery law; rights, privileges, and responsibilities of survivors; duties, authority and responsibility of licensed funeral directors which are essential for licensure and professional practice.
    Pre-requisite(s): BADM 110 Legal and Ethical Environment of Business I (Business Law I) .
    Terms Offered: Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3

Music

  
  • MUSC 100 Music Appreciation I

    A course designed to furnish the general college student with the knowledge and experience necessary in developing the art of listening intelligently and perceptively to various types and styles of music heard today and to increase one’s enjoyment and appreciation of music in general. Emphasis will be on the music of the Middle Ages (450-1450); the Renaissance (1450-1600); and the Baroque Period (1600-1750). The course will begin with several lectures on the elements of music and musical instruments and end with a study of the American musical and non-western music.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts, Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MUSC 101 Music Appreciation II

    A continuation of Music Appreciation I with focus of study on the music of the Viennese Classic Period (1750- 1825); the Romantic Age (1825-1900); and 20th century music (including jazz, rock, popular, and folk music). The course will begin with several lectures reviewing the characteristics of sound and the elements of music.
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts, Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MUSC 105 The History of Jazz

    This course is designed to furnish the student with the knowledge and experience necessary to develop the art of listening intelligently and perceptively to various styles of jazz and to increase enjoyment and appreciation for music in general. The emphasis will be on jazz, beginning with the influx of slaves into New Orleans through the current jazz styles of the 21st century. The course will include several lectures on the elements of music and musical instruments, as well as basic music theory.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts, Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MUSC 106 The History of Rock and Roll

    This course is designed to furnish the student with the knowledge and experience necessary to develop the art of listening intelligently and perceptively to various styles of rock and roll music. It will also increase enjoyment and appreciation of music in general. The course examines the evolution of rock and roll from its origins in the early 1950s through early 21st century work and will include a study of such music and artists as folk, country, Elvis Presley, soft rock, Motown, the Beatles, disco, heavy metal, acid rock, rap, hip hop, punk rock and more. Students also will examine the impact of rock and roll in our society - socially, culturally, economically, politically and musically.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts, Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • MUSC 110 Music in World Cultures

    This course examines how the music of diverse world cultures is inseparable from their respective communities: their history, ideas, languages, social behavior, economies, religion, ethnicities, and material culture. Students are introduced to music cultures through an analysis of rhythm, meter, melody and harmony. No prior knowledge of music is required.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts, Humanities, Other World Civilizations
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3

Natural Science

  
  • NSCI 250 Honors Natural Science

    This course is an interdisciplinary examination of the processes by which scientific knowledge is gained in biology, chemistry, physics, and geology, and how that knowledge influences our world, especially human societies. Periodic visits to local sites are a component of this course. Open to students enrolled in the honors track of the Liberal Arts and Science Program or by permission of department chair.
    Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 150 General Biology I  or CHEM 110 General Chemistry I  or PHYS 140 General Physics I  or higher.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3

Nursing

  
  • NURS 100 Foundations of Nursing

    This is a required course for all beginning nursing students. This course begins its focus on orientation, campus resources, rules and regulations, study habits, professional behaviors and changes as they occur in the field of nursing. Foundations of the profession of nursing are examined through concepts, principles, exploration of nursing history, nursing roles, educational, legal and ethical basis for practice. Open only to matriculated Nursing students.
    Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 Nursing I .
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • NURS 101 Nursing I

    The course introduces the study of human dynamics in health and illness. Focus is placed on the theory of stress-adaption within the intrapersonal, interpersonal and social systems. Fundamental nursing principles and techniques necessary for basic patient care are introduced in clinical settings. Unsatisfactory application of theory in the clinical laboratory experience will result in student failing the course. Successful completion of the course is required for entrance into NURS 102 . Open only to matriculated Nursing students.
    Co-requisite(s): NURS 100 Foundations of Nursing  and NURS 105 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation I .
    Pre- or co- requisite(s): ENGL 101 English Composition I ; BIOL 205 Microbiology ; BIOL 270 Anatomy and Physiology I .
    Lab and course fees will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
    Other: 6
  
  
  • NURS 105 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation I

    This course is designed around the work of Christine Tanner and Patricia Benner from a novice framework. The focus is on the student being able to notice both normal responses of the human body to stress and adaptation as well as understanding contextual meaning of recently learned textbook readings. This interactive course utilizes simulation and case studies, computerized testing and practice, lecture, debriefing and online discussions. Open only to matriculated Nursing students.
    Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 Nursing I .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
  
  • NURS 106 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation II

    This course is designed around the work of Christine Tanner and Patricia Benner from an advanced beginner’s framework. The focus is on the student being able to notice and interpret normal and abnormal responses of the human body as they are caused by immobility that develops from illness or stressors. Also, the student will begin to formulate principles that dictate actions. This course is built on the information and skills from NURS 101  and NURS 105 . This interactive course utilizes simulation and case studies, computerized testing and practice, didactic, debriefing and online discussions Open only to matriculated Nursing students.
    Pre-requisite(s): NURS 101 Nursing I  and NURS 105 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation I .
    Co-requisite(s): NURS 102 Nursing II .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
  
  • NURS 115 Pharmacology

    This course will provide information for safe, effective care related to pharmacology. This course covers actions, uses, administration alerts, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, adverse effects, contraindications, interactions with other drugs, herbs and food, and treatment of overdose and antidotes.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3

  
  
  • NURS 202 Nursing IV

    Principles of human dynamics during crisis situations are studied. Emphasis is on crisis theory and techniques in complex nursing situations. A weekly seminar focuses on personal crisis management. Such topics as role change from student to graduate and moral, legal and ethical nursing dilemmas are discussed. Clinical experience is provided in maternity, psychiatric and other specialized units of general hospitals, public and private settings. Unsatisfactory application of theory in the clinical laboratory experience will result in student failing the course. Open only to matriculated Nursing students.
    Pre-requisite(s): NURS 201 Nursing III  and NURS 205 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation III .
    Co-requisite(s): NURS 206 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation IV .
    Pre- or co- requisite(s): Humanities elective.
    Lab and course fees will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 9
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 14
    Other: 3
  
  • NURS 205 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation III

    This course is designed around the work of Christine Tanner and Patricia Benner from a competent to proficient framework. The focus is on the student being able to notice, interpret and respond to complex problems leading to physical or psychological losses. This course will provide simulations that give students practice in planning and coordinating multiple, complex patient care demands. This course is build on the information and skills from NURS 102  and NURS 106 . This interactive course utilizes simulation and case studies, computerized testing and practice, didactic, debriefing and online discussions. Open only to matriculated nursing students.
    Pre- or co- requisite(s): NURS 102 Nursing II , NURS 201 Nursing III  and NURS 106 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation II .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
  
  • NURS 206 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation IV

    This course is designed around the work of Christine Tanner and Patricia Benner from a proficient to expert framework. The focus is on the student being able to notice, interpret, respond and reflect on individual and family’s physical and emotional responses to crisis. Students will be involved in simulated clinical situations where their interventions can make a difference, embedding knowledge in student’s practice. This course is built on the information and skills from NURS 201  and NURS 205 . This interactive course utilizes simulation and case studies, computerized testing and practice, didactic, debriefing and online discussions. Open only to matriculated nursing students.
    Pre-requisite(s): NURS 201 Nursing III  and NURS 205 Bridging Education and Practice Simulation III .
    Co-requisite(s): NURS 202 Nursing IV .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2

Public Administration Studies

  
  • PADM 100 Introduction to Public Administration

    This course explores the theory, basic principles and practices of public administration in the United States, including discussions related to the development, organization, functions and problems of national, state and local administration.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 130 Legal Issues for Animal Control

    This is an overview of the role of law enforcement and animal control officers in the animal advocacy field. NYS Article 7, as well as current case law, environmental law, and vehicle and traffic law, as they pertain to animals will also be covered.
    Terms Offered: On Demand
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 132 Shelter and Rescue Management

    This course will examine shelter and rescue regulations and policies, facility design and function, as well as shelter/ rescue animals’ needs.
    Terms Offered: On Demand
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 133 Introduction to Animal Advocacy

    This course will analyze the various facets of advocating for animals from the perspectives of both welfare and rights at local, national and global levels. The basics of advocacy, as well as advocacy techniques, will be discussed.
    Terms Offered: On Demand
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 135 Animal Policy Seminar I

    This seminar-based course explores contemporary issues in animal policy. The seminar will provide an in-depth understanding of a chosen topic. The particular area of focus will be announced each term.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • PADM 136 Animal Policy Seminar II

    This seminar-based course explores contemporary issues in animal policy. The seminar will provide an in-depth understanding of a chosen topic. The particular area of focus will be announced each term.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PADM 137 Animal Policy Seminar III

    This seminar-based course explores contemporary issues in animal policy. The seminar will provide an in-depth understanding of a chosen topic. The particular area of focus will be announced each term.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 180 Principles of Supervision

    This course explores the theory and methods of the supervisory process. Topics include communication, motivation, leadership, morale, delegation, employee staffing, performance appraisal and progressive discipline.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 205 Public Personnel Administration

    This course explores the evolution of the Civil Service system and the basic laws, principles and practices associated with contemporary merit systems. Topics include job evaluation, classification, compensation, benefits, administration, examinations, selection and constitutional issues.
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 210 Labor Relations

    This course explores the evolution of public sector unionism and the legal, economic and political framework of labor relations in federal, state and municipal governments. It also provides an analysis of the collective bargaining process and its participants, impasse resolution, the content and administration of labor agreements, and the grievance process.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 220 Courts, Justice and Public Administration

    This study of courts, justice and public administration will present an overview of the policies and practices used by the judicial branch of American government to assure fair and legal public administration in all branches of government and provide an introduction to the methods used by court systems to administer neutral, independent and accountable justice.
    Pre-requisite(s): PADM 100 Introduction to Public Administration  or POLS 105 American National Government  or POLS 110 State and Local Government .
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 230 Public Policy and Domestic Violence

    This course will examine the specific problem of adult domestic violence from a public policy perspective. The nature, extent, dynamics and impacts of violence in intimate relationships will be analyzed in light of specific government responses to the problem. Executive, legislative and judicial (criminal and civil) policies will be explored from historical and political perspectives. Specific agency policies (police, family court, district attorney, probation, corrections, social services, emergency room/health care, mental health, etc.) will be analyzed in terms of their effectiveness in stopping the violence and contributing to a coordinated, community response.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 235 Lobbying and Legislation for Animal Policy

    This course is an introduction to the legislative process at the town, county, state and federal level. The course covers the use of the media and various mechanisms for lobbying for animal issues. This course requires a basic knowledge of animal policy and legal issues.
    Pre- or co- requisite(s): PADM 238 Animal Law II .
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 236 Animal Abuse, Interpersonal Violence and The Justice System

    A strong connection has been documented between animal abuse and interpersonal and/or family violence. This course will provide students with an opportunity to learn about why this connection exists and how to address it within the criminal justice system. Definition, statistics, warning signs, theories and possible solutions to the problem will be critiqued and examined.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 237 Animal Law I

    This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the fundamental principles of animal law and the criminal justice system. Specific topics include the history of animal law, protection of animals by anticruelty laws, animal fighting, the social movement of animals in the legal system, and constitutional issues raised in cases involving animals.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 238 Animal Law II

    This course is designed to build upon the fundamental principles introduced in Animal Law I. Specific topics include New York animal cruelty laws and enforcement, lobbying, animals in science, access to courts, pet trusts, veterinary malpractice, damages, and private and state regulation of ownership.
    Pre-requisite(s): PADM 237 Animal Law I .
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PADM 240 Public Affairs Seminar I

    This course is a seminar that provides an interdisciplinary study of selected problems in public affairs, and the theory and practice of public service. Where practicable, a combination of classroom and field experience will be undertaken. Students complete a seminar report on a topic developed by the instructor and the student.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • PADM 241 Public Affairs Seminar II

    This course is a seminar that provides an interdisciplinary study of selected problems in public affairs, and the theory and practice of public service. Where practicable, a combination of classroom and field experience will be undertaken. Students complete a seminar report on a topic developed by the instructor and the student.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PADM 242 Public Affairs Seminar III

    This course is a seminar that provides an interdisciplinary study of selected problems in public affairs, and the theory and practice of public service. Where practicable, a combination of classroom and field experience will be undertaken. Students complete a seminar report on a topic developed by the instructor and the student.
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3

Physical Education

  
  • PHED 100 Beginning Ice Skating

    This course is designed to teach the student to understand the principles and mechanics of basic ice skating; to become familiar with the terms associated with the activity; and, to achieve a degree of competency in the skills outlined in the topical outline.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 0.5
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 1
  
  • PHED 131 Tennis/Volleyball

    This course is designed to teach the basic skills necessary to enjoy playing tennis and volleyball; to teach the rules and basic strategies of each activity; to develop an appreciation of the values of physical exercise and to show how each activity contributes to the overall well being of each student.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 132 Weight Training I

    This is an introductory weight training class designed to enhance student physical fitness with progressive resistance exercise. Students will practice traditional approaches to weight training utilizing the Universal Gym along with selected Life Fitness apparatus.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 133 Volleyball

    This course is designed to teach the basic skills necessary to enjoy playing volleyball; to teach the rules and basic strategy of volleyball; to develop an appreciation of the values of physical exercise and to show how volleyball contributes to the overall well being of each student.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 134 Basketball

    This course is designed to allow the student to experience the basic fundamentals as they relate to both current philosophies and carryover aspects of basketball. Overall, each student will be encouraged to further his/her skills, appreciation of, and interest in basketball by taking an active part during class sessions.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 136 Beginning Golf

    This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge, terminology, rules, etiquette, skills and safety precautions involved in the game of golf and to develop a carry over appreciation for the game of golf as a lifetime, leisure time recreational activity.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 138 Aerobic Dancercise

    This course is designed to teach the student to know and understand his/her physical make-up and potential; tone and stretch; adjust intensity; target heart rate; to understand and know what is meant by aerobic fitness; to develop needed endurance, strength, coordination, flexibility and balance; and, to establish a reason for continued exercise.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 139 Racquetball

    This course is designed to teach the basic skills necessary to enjoy playing racquetball; to teach the rules and basic strategy of racquetball; to develop an appreciation of the values of physical exercise and to show how racquetball contributes to the overall well being of each student.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 141 Weight Training/Personal Fitness

    This course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of weight training. In addition, the students will earn the components and principles of physical fitness. The student will also take part in various fitness assessments to develop a personal fitness program and assess their progress.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 142 Physical Conditioning/Self Defense

    This course is designed to teach the training methods necessary to enjoy physical conditioning and self-defense; to teach skills and basic strategies of these; to develop an appreciation of the values of exercise and to show how these activities contribute to the overall well being of each student.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 144 Weight Lifting

    This course is designed to introduce students to safely develop an understanding of and proficiency in the activities of free-weight lifting. The methods and safety procedures, along with the value of weightlifting in maintaining and/or improving an individual’s fitness level will be stressed. Various training systems will be introduced to emphasize strength, power, hypertrophy, and muscular endurance.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 145 Adventure

    This course is designed to be an active, moving, and fun-filled experience. This is an experimental learning process and will include the following types of activities: 1) Ice breakers; 2) Initiatives; 3) Trust; 4) Problem solvers; and, 5) high and low ropes.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 146 Lifetime Fitness and Wellness

    Lifetime Fitness and Wellness assists students in developing the necessary understanding and skills to acquire and maintain a physically active and wellness-oriented lifestyle. Through instructional techniques in laboratory-based activities, Lifetime Fitness and Wellness prepares the learner to enter and preserve a state of optimal health by providing the knowledge and aptitude essential to making more meaningful, beneficial, and health-literate life choices in the areas of overall health and wellness, physical fitness, weight management and nutritional awareness.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 148 Aerobic Boxing

    Aerobic boxing is a course which will give the student both the knowledge and the hands-on experience of boxing technique and conditioning. Students will receive instruction on the boxing stance, jab, cross, hook, body shots, and combinations. Students will also gain extensive experience in using boxing equipment and training techniques including the heavy bag, speed bag, shadow boxing, jump rope, punch mitts and calisthenics.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 149 Circuit Fitness

    This course will provide the student with a variety of fitness exercises designed to strengthen muscles and improve cardiovascular fitness. Each station will be comprised of an exercise that will be done for a specific period of time. Students will move from one exercise to the next until the circuit is complete. Since this course is strenuous, it is intended for individuals who are currently involved in some form of fitness training (e.g. weight training, step aerobics, running, jogging, etc.).
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 150 Fitness Walking

    This course will give the student a practical understanding of the cardiovascular fitness acquired by walking.  Participation in the class will enhance the student’s understanding of the benefits of participating in a balanced aerobic fitness program, utilizing walking as the primary activity.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 154 Pickle Ball/Table Tennis

    This course is designed to cover the basic rules, skills and playing strategies of Pickle-Ball and Table Tennis.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 155 Introduction to Geocaching

    Geocaching is an outdoor recreational activity where individuals use Global Positioning System (GPS) techniques to “hide” and “seek” containers. This course will introduce students to this activity which combines basic orienteering, hiking, and technology with the adventure of an outdoor treasure hunt. The word Geocaching refers to GEO for geography and to CACHING, the process of hiding items in an inconspicuous location. Using a navigation device and a set of coordinates, students will attempt to find geocaches at different locations within their local area. Basic orienting, directional navigation, geocaching terminology and hiking etiquette will be covered. Students must possess or have access to a smartphone prior to enrolling in the course and be willing to download a fee-based application once enrolled.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 156 Flag Football/Cross-Training

    This course covers introductory rules, fundamental skills, trends and strategies in flag football and cross-training. Cross-training activities may include but are not limited to: plyometrics, core conditioning, weight training, interval training, basketball, and flexibility exercises.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 157 Tennis/Table Tennis

    This course will focus on the development of tennis and table tennis skills, knowledge of rules, strategies and positional elements of the game(s) for beginners and future educators. 
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHED 158 Soccer

    This course will focus on the development of soccer skills, knowledge of rules, small group/team tactics and positional elements of the game for beginners and future educators.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHED 160 Zumba

    Zumba mixes body sculpting movements with dance steps derived from cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggeaton, hip hop, mambo, rumba, flamenco, calypso and salsation. The class will focus on aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms. The movements involved are meant to target the glutes, legs, arms, abdominals and the heart. Zumba is meant for all fitness levels, and there is no need for an prior dance experience.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 161 Fitness Infusion

    This course introduces students to current and special interest fitness activities and trends that they may not otherwise experience. It exposes students to different and exciting activities that promote healthier lifestyles. Course activities will vary each semester based on current popular trends in the fitness industry.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 170 Soccer/Badminton

    A student will develop a proficiency in the sports of soccer and badminton. Emphasis is on analysis and teaching of individual skills and team play.
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHED 171 Physical Exercise/Track and Field

    This course is designed to provide a knowledge of all aspects and fundamental concepts of physical fitness. The course will cover and work in all areas of conditioning basic to one’s fitness. It is designed to provide a working knowledge and skill in all recognized track and field events. The course will include the basic fundamental teaching concepts for each of the different running and field events.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHED 180 Intro to Physical Education

    A study and understanding of the background, history and development of physical education; this course is designed to develop an appreciation for physical education as a profession and to create an awareness of critical issues and problems facing physical education today.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHED 205 Cuing Concepts for Fitness Specialists

    This course will examine the fundamental anatomical techniques used in the fitness industry for the purpose of demonstrating and cuing proper body movements for clients served in a variety of settings.  The course is designed for the student to be an active participant and to be able to safely demonstrate proper form as well as recognize improper form.  At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to properly cue clients in several fitness categories including balance, agility, core work, plyometrics, speed, strength and stretching utilizing any number of modalities such as free weights, cable systems, full body, kettle bells, weight machines and aerobic equipment.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 236 Intermediate Golf

    This course is designed to assist the intermediate golfer, improve various skills in the golf game.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 248 Advanced Aerobic Boxing

    This course will give the student advanced training in boxing conditioning and technique. Students will train to improve their cardiovascular and muscular endurance at an advanced level. They will learn advanced training techniques with the heavy bag, speed bag, jump rope, punch mitts and equipment they became familiar with in the Aerobic Boxing class. This is a non-contact course designed to be a continuation of the basic Aerobic Boxing class.
    Pre-requisite(s): PHED 148 Aerobic Boxing  or permission of instructor.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHED 250 Physical Fitness Conditioning

    This course will incorporate a variety of fitness training techniques to prepare students for success in the entrance and exit physical fitness tests for law enforcement, military basic training, firefighter’s exams, as well as other employment opportunities that require a fitness entrance exam. This is an intense course that will require a level of fitness appropriate with activities in which the students will participate during the semester.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
  
  • PHED 270 Elementary and Secondary Games

    This course is designed to provide future physical education teachers with the knowledge and techniques to teach games to elementary and secondary students.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHED 280 Introduction to Sports Medicine

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the challenging field of athletic training. The course will provide knowledge concerning common injuries sustained during athletic and recreational activities, as well as specific considerations in the practice of licensed professions regarding evaluation, treatment and athletic rehabilitation in a sports medicine setting.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 100 Intro to Philosophy

    This course introduces students to the field of philosophy by studying and discussing some of the most important works of classical Western philosophical thought. Emphasis is placed on the metaphysical, epistemological, social/political and ethical teachings of the ancient Greeks (especially Socrates, Plato and Aristotle), while relating these teachings to those of medieval and modern philosophers. The power of these philosophical teachings to benefit the present-day approach to issues and questions is stressed.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHIL 110 Comparative Religion

    A discussion-lecture course on the world’s religions, with an emphasis on the major religions of India and China and the beginnings of the Jewish, Christian and Muslim traditions.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHIL 120 Existentialism

    Existentialism is the group of theories suggesting that human existence precedes its essence. In other words, human life is the search for meaning, and only through life can people define what it is they value. Existentialism has been influential in the modern world, offering glimpses into the nature of human choice, individual accountability, the despair of living in a universe without God or order, the absurd, and the experience of mortality. Existentialism is a theory of value, action, and ethics. A foundation in philosophy is recommended.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHIL 265 Honors Ideas Past and Present

    This course explores the impact of both classical and contemporary ideas on post-modern society. It will explore the nature of intellect and define and discuss the meaning of abstract thought. The course will seek to understand the relationship between place, time and thought and will thus look closely at the social and historical location occupied by all of the thinkers discussed throughout the semester. Finally, this course will focus on post-modern American institutions such as the economic, political, health care, leisure, religious and legal and analyze the ways in which each institution has shaped the power of ideas emanating from both the past and the present.  Open to students enrolled in the Liberal Arts & Science Honors Track or by permission of department chair.
    Terms Offered: On Demand
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Humanities
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3

Physics

  
  • PHYS 095 Foundations of Physics I

    This course is the first half of a two-semester course designed to prepare the Individual Studies student for entrance into a technical program of his or her choosing. The student will begin by learning some basic tools such as powers-of-10 notation, graphing techniques and vector addition. Then these tools will be applied in the areas of linear motion, forces, energy, heat and temperature, sound, and the reflection and refraction of light waves. Credits earned in this course may not be applied toward an associate degree.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4ND
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 096 Foundations of Physics II

    In a continuation of PHYS 095, Foundations of Physics I, the student will investigate DC electricity, magnetism, and the spectrum of electromagnetic waves. In addition, the student will learn about some of the more recent physical phenomena such as radioactivity, xrays, the photoelectric effect, fission, fusion and the present day applications of each of these. Credits earned in this course may not be applied toward an associate degree.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Offered on demand
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Credits: 4ND
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 100 Physical Science

    A course intended to give the non-science major a basic background in principles of physics and chemistry which affect everyone’s life. Fundamental concepts of force, motion, energy, electricity, nuclear reactions and chemistry are covered descriptively in lecture. Mathematics is kept to a minimum, but the student will be exposed to metric measurements, powers-of-ten notation, graphs and simple algebraic relationships. One class hour each week is spent in a laboratory environment where students can “prove” certain principles for themselves.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
    Other: 1
  
  • PHYS 101 Earth Science

    This course is a lecture course intended for non-science majors in which the principles of meteorology, geology and astronomy are covered. However, students spend one class hour each week in a laboratory environment where they learn to interpret weather and topographic maps, identify common minerals and rocks, and complete various exercises to help them gain an understanding of other meteorologic, geologic and astronomical phenomena.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 2
    Other: 1
  
  • PHYS 105 Introduction to Astronomy

    This is a one-semester laboratory course in descriptive astronomy covers planetary, stellar and galactic astronomy appropriate for non-science majors. It is offered as a web-based course only. Students will be able to use celestial coordinates and constellations to locate celestial objects. They will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the properties of stars, planets, moons, comets, and meteors, nebulae and galaxies. They will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the origin and make-up of the solar system and cosmos.
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
  
  • PHYS 110 Physics for The Health Sciences

    The health technologies student becomes familiar with physical concepts in static and dynamic fluids, ideal gases, energy, and thermodynamics through a problem-solving approach. The student’s understanding is reinforced by weekly experiments in which he or she gains laboratory skills and experience in the analysis of data.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 115 Physics

    A one-semester course designed especially for construction students. Fundamental principles of physics are presented in a wide variety of areas. Some of the topics covered are motion, Newton’s Laws, vectors, work and energy, hydraulics, strength of materials, statics, thermal effects, wave motion, single and double lens optics, and fundamental electricity. Where appropriate, the emphasis is on technical application to the construction field.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 135 Technical Physics I

    The engineering technology student will become familiar with physical concepts in vectors, linear and rotational kinematics and dynamics, simple harmonic motion, and static and dynamic fluids through an algebra-based problem- solving approach. Class work is reinforced by weekly experiments in which he or she gains laboratory skills and experience in the analysis of data.
    Co-requisite(s): MATH 150 College Algebra with Trigonometry .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 136 Technical Physics II

    This course is a continuation of Technical Physics I (PHYS 135 ), with the same problem-oriented and laboratory approach. The student will study ideal gases, thermodynamics, electricity , and selected topics in modern physics.
    Pre-requisite(s): PHYS 135 Technical Physics I  and MATH 150 College Algebra with Trigonometry .
    Pre- or co- requisite(s): MATH 165 Basic Calculus with Analytic Geometry .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 140 General Physics I

    PHYS 140, General Physics I and PHYS 141 General Physics II  constitute a one-year, high-level course in physics for transfer students. The basic ideas of physics are stressed, and presented in depth, particularly as they apply to the life sciences. Sufficient mathematics is presented so that the student can gain insight into both theory and application through problem solving. The laboratories are largely quantitative and stress applications. Topics include: classical mechanics, gravitation and fluids, and oscillations. (Formerly entitled Physics I.)
    Co-requisite(s): MATH 170 Precalculus .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 141 General Physics II

    A continuation of PHYS 140 General Physics I . Topics include: thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. (Formerly entitled Physics II.)
    Pre-requisite(s): PHYS 140 General Physics I .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 143 Introduction to Meteorology

    This course is a general survey of atmospheric sciences for non-science students. Through an understanding of science inquiry and the scientific method, students will develop a basic understanding of the processes that control weather and climate. Current events and issues in atmospheric sciences also will be discussed.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 145 Introductory Geology

    Earth materials, surface landforms and the earth’s interior are covered non-mathematically. The processes of construction and destruction are emphasized. Specific topics include plate tectonics, stream erosion, mountains, glaciers, volcanoes, and earthquakes. Laboratory study includes rock and mineral identification, landscape interpretation from topographic maps and aerial photos, lab period field trips, and an all-day field trip to the Adirondacks.
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: Yes
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • PHYS 146 Evolution of The Earth

    This course treats the development of the earth and its seas, continents and mountains. The Earth’s history is studied in chronological order, beginning with spacecraft data from the moon and planets and concluding with the events of the recent glaciation. Emphasis is on the ancient geography of North America and in particular the geologic history of eastern New York. Laboratory study includes sediment analysis, fossil identification, interpretation and construction of geologic maps, lab period field trips, and an all-day field trip to the Catskills.
    Pre-requisite(s): PHYS 145 Introductory Geology .
    Lab fee will be required
    Terms Offered: Spring
    Offered Distance Learning: No
    Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
    SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Science
    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours:
    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
 

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