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• PHY 120: Introduction to Astronomy

  4.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  Introduction to Astronomy is a one-semester college-level course in basic astronomy. The course may be used as a laboratory science elective with basic algebraic applications. The course explores a broad range astronomical concepts and principles in ten major areas: understanding the sky, apparent motions of the planets and the sun, telescopes and accompanying technology, basic structure and behavior of atoms, origin and analysis of light, origin of the solar system, internal structure and behavior of the sun, lifecycle of all stellar classes, origin and structure of galaxies, and cosmology. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on the implementation of the scientific method, the evidence that astronomers use to support their conclusions, and the importance of astronomy. (Night-time observing is required). This course is subject to a course fee. This course is subject to a course fee. Refer to http://mc3.edu/adm-fin-aid/paying/tuition/course-f ees for current rates.
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• PHY 121: General Physics I

  4.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This course, designed for liberal arts and life science majors, is an algebra-based approach to the experimental and analytical study of Newtonian mechanics and thermal physics, emphasizing one-and two-dimensional kinematics, Newton's laws of motion, energy, momentum, conservation theorems, center of mass, rotational dynamics, static equilibrium, thermal properties of materials, calorimetry, the laws of thermodynamics, and heat engines. This course is subject to a course fee.
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• PHY 122: General Physics II

  4.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This course, designed for liberal arts and life science majors, is an algebra-based approach to the experimental and analytical study of oscillations, wave motion, acoustics, electrostatics, electric fields, basic direct-current circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, light, and optics. The course also introduces students to the basic concepts of modern physics. This course is subject to a course fee.
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• PHY 151: Principles of Physics I

  4.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This calculus-based course, designed for physical science majors, presents in depth an experimental and analytical study of Newtonian mechanics and thermal physics, emphasizing one- and two-dimensional kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, conservation theorems, linear and angular momentum, collisions, rotational dynamics, statics, fluid mechanics, thermal properties of materials, laws of thermodynamics, kinetic theory of ideal gases, calorimetry, Carnot cycle, heat engines, and heat pumps. This course is subject to a course fee.
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• PHY 152: Principles of Physics II

  4.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This calculus-based course, designed for physical science majors, presents in depth an experimental and analytical study of mechanical oscillators, simple harmonic motion, waves, acoustics, resonance, electrostatics, electric fields, DC and AC circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, electromagnetic waves, including the laws of Coulomb, Faraday, Gauss, Ampere, and Kirchhoff. The course will also cover the nature of light, and geometrical and physical optics, as applied to reflection, refraction, polarization, interference, and diffraction. This course is subject to a course fee.
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• POL 101: Introduction to Political Science

  3.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This class provides an introduction to the discipline of political science and its varied fields of study (American, Comparative, International, Public Policy, and Political Theory). This course is a study of political systems, institutions, processes, and behaviors as they relate to diverse political cultures and socioeconomic demographics throughout the world. The purpose of the course is to expose students to global political, economic, and institutional issues as they relate to the discipline of political science.
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• POL 124: American National Government

  3.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This course will introduce students to a concrete study of American political institutions, the political process, and major areas of American public policy. This class will examine how race, class, gender and religion influence policy actors and the policy-making process. A discussion of the key elements of the U.S. Constitution-bicameralism, checks and balances, federal supremacy, and judicial review - is included in the course. The course also analyzes and studies mass media, interest groups, and political parties-all of which play a large role in shaping and influencing Congress, the presidency, the federal bureaucracy and the judiciary. Finally, the course examines American public policy, specifically in the areas of social and domestic policy, fiscal and monetary policy, foreign policy, and national security.
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• POL 245: International Politics

  3.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This course focuses on the study of contemporary relations between states and other international actors. It places special emphasis on the analysis of foreign policy decision-making, diplomatic practices, international systems, international law and organizations, alliance behavior, conflict and conflict resolution as well as current international problems.
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• POL 250: Terrorism & Counter-Terrorism

  3.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  Terrorism in the 21st century is a global phenomenon. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary survey of the history, theory, and modern-day political manifestations of terrorism and counter-terrorism. Terrorism will be evaluated in terms of its underlying cultural, economic, political, and psychological root causes. Effective counteraction and profiling requires empathetic explorations and analyses by students into causes and mind-sets. Counter-terrorism strategies and tactics will also be examined specifically in light of the legal and procedural safeguards that are fundamental to the maintenance of liberal democratic social and political values.
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• PSA 100: Introduction to Public Safety Administration

  3.00 Credits

  Montgomery County Community College

  
  This course will introduce the students to the critical issues related to public safety administration in both private and public sector applications. The course provides a conceptual overview of the laws, programs, agencies, and institutions involved in the provision of the day-to-day and long-term administration of public safety programs. It will analyze the planning process as a means to anticipate, prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from any incident. By analyzing the planning process in its constituent parts, such as hazard analysis, resource assessment, plan development, coordination with others, and plan implementation, training, and education, students will gain an understanding of the requirements for public safety administration. Students will work in an interactive program to establish a planning process for companies or municipalities, and they will learn from actual case studies, and will sharpen their understanding of the key components of public safety administration and relevant skills in specific public safety disciplines.
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