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Healing involves social forces , personal attitudes and patterns of meaning which allow us to re- establish an authentic wholeness in the context of illness and suffering . Readings in the social sciences and philosophy are used to investigate these issues . ( May be taken for sociology credit .) The capstone allows students to demonstrate their mastery of philosophy by defending a thesis that examines key philosophical texts and draws upon secondary literature on the topic . The seminar ' s Take 90 credits . ( Required , Previous ). purpose is to give philosophy majors experience in presenting research in a symposium setting . This course focuses on philosophy that developed in the Italian territory . It covers ancient , medieval , and modern philosophy in Italy , including ancient Rome . It discusses philosophers such as Epictetus , Seneca , Boethius , Aquinas , and Machiavelli . The goal of this course is to understand the major principles and practices of Taoism and Zen and to see the value and viability of these principles and practices . Topics include : approaches to creativity , aesthetics and spiritual mastery . Investigation of a selected topic designed to integrate and deepen the student ' s comprehension and application of philosophy . Qualified advanced students may arrange independent study in areas not covered by existing courses . Registration is with consent of involved faculty and the permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences , the Chairperson and the Vice President for Academic Affairs .

Students will learn basic physical principles with applications to the measurement , analysis and treatment of human beings . The structure and function of biomedical instrument systems specific to the field of radiation therapy , radiologic technology and respiratory care will be explored . 3 lecture hours per week in the spring semester . Not accepted as credit towards the biology major .