Courses

Physical computing is the design and construction of physical systems utilizing software and hardware to sense and respond to the physical world. This studio course provides an introduction to the research, design and development of physical computing projects through lectures, exercises and assignments. Topics include circuits, embedded programming, processing, simple mechanisms, actuation, and time-based behavior. 270 / 1272 Queens College

Designed to help women and men to improve muscular strength and cardiovascular efficiency through the application of scientific methods to weight training and physical conditioning activities.

Phys Educ Exempt

Examines relevant principles, methods, and materials for teaching this specific age group through teaching experiences. Includes methods to work with special populations of this age group, state standards, and content for elementary learners.

A field course stressing the physical geography of our local area. Study sites include urban Queens, Caumsett State Park, Fire Island National Seashore, and the Pine Barrens of central Long Island and Montauk Peninsula. Particular emphasis on the origins of land-forms and changing human/land relationships through time. Field trip fee will be required.

Experience and direct application of scientific methods of assessment and training in physical conditioning activities for physical education majors.

A survey of the main methods for determining the structures of compounds from physical measurements. Interpretation of data from infrared and mass spectrometry as well as nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometry, including the use of two-dimensional NMR techniques. Discussion of other physical methods such as x-ray diffraction and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy.

Fundamental concepts and recent trends in radio, television, telephony, and computer networks are addressed. Topics include analog and digital signal processing, information theory and coding, coax and fiber transmission, antennas, and satellites.

Physical techniques for ensuring full physical presence during performance.

Continuation and expansion of physical techniques studied in Drama 227, as well as improvisation, movement, and implementation of physical scores into dramatic work.