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This course is a philosophical examination of major contemporary ethical issues. Topics may include biomedical ethics, business ethics, environmental ethics, human sexuality, and ethics related to life-and-death decisions. The emphasis is on acquiring the philosophical skills necessary to guide self and others in the process of ethical decision making. Cases are used for study and discussion. 

This is a study of classical physics. Topics include linear and projectile motion, vectors, Newton’s Laws of Motion, work, energy, momentum, collisions, rotational kinematics and dynamics, translational and rotational equilibrium, and gravity. A graphing calculator will be required.

This is a study of classical physics. Topics include oscillations, mechanical waves and sound, fluids, heat, electrostatics, Ohm’s law, D.C. circuits, electromagnetism, and geometrical optics. A graphing calculator will be required.

This is a study of classical mechanics. Topics include linear and rotational motion, forces, momentum, energy, gravitation, and oscillations. A graphing calculator will be required.

The second course studying classical physics. Topics include fluids, elasticity, thermodynamics, electricity, and magnetism. A graphing calculator will be required.

Topics include sound, optics, electromagnetic waves, relativity, introduction to quantum mechanics, atomic physics, and nuclear physics. A graphing calculator is required.

Introduces the basic structures of the political process in the U.S. It combines attention to political activity at both the national (federal) and the state and local levels. The topics covered include analyses of the federal and states’ constitutions, the American political economy, state/federal relationships, inter-branch matters between the Executive, Legislature and Judiciary branches, the elective process, activities of the public and interest groups, and the governments’ handling of the public purse.

Explores the changing role and nature of the presidential primary election held in N.H from its first implementation in 1916 to the present. Through a combination of readings, taped and live-streamed presentations, archival footage, classroom presentations and interviews, and group activities, students will experience the primary as it takes shape throughout the fall. The goal of the course is not merely to help students understand the nature of the N.H. presidential primary, but to engage students in the process. Just as the presidential primary is an example of direct democracy, this course is an exercise in civic engagement. Course content will cover, but not be limited to, an understanding of the origins of primary elections in American politics, the laws governing the N.H. primary, the role of media in the process, the changing demographics of N.H. the evolving nature of the N.H. electorate, and the impact of the “first in the nation” primary.

Focuses on the fundamental facts and principles of psychology within the broader context of contemporary personal and social concerns. Topics may include the historical development of the discipline, scientific methodology, human development, motivational theory, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, thinking, memory, emotions, biological basis of behavior, personality theory, psychopathology, sexuality, and measurements and statistics. 

Focuses on the emotional aspects of individuals involved in a crisis situation. Coverage is given to the theory and management of specific situations such as stress, death and dying, drug abuse, suicide, sexual assault, disasters, and violence. Consideration is also given to the functions and legalities of the mental health system.