Duke University - Chanticleer Yearbook (Durham, NC)

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natural sciences CHEMISTRY: John H. Saylor, Ph.D., Chair- man. The program for the chemistry major is designed to give a basic understanding of the fundamentals of chemical science and laboratory techniques and experimental pro- cedures. In both major programs — B.S. and B.A. — the course sequence is: General Chem- istry, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chem- istry, and Physical Chemistry. BOTANY: Terry W. ,;,. -„. j,.. ' n.D.. Chairman. A broad undergraduate program in botany is offered. Botanical studies can be divided into two areas — field and labora- tory. The botany major must take two field courses (from among plant identification, ecology, and taxonomy of lower groups) and two laboratory courses (from among physiology, bacteriology, genetics, and anatomy). ZOOLOGY: Edward C. Horn, Ph.D., Chairman. The zoology major must take one course in each of three areas — morphology, physiology, and genetics. Many recent advances in biology have resulted from the application of bio- chemistry, physical chemistry, physics, and mathematics to biological investigation. New areas, such as biochemical genetics, bio- physics, and molecular biology ha e, as a result, become interdisciplinary. A modern zoologist, then, must obtain competence and training; in the othc ' r sciences. CEOLOGT: E. Willard Berry, Ph.D., Chairman. Geology is a discipline which tries to explain the earth, its surface history, and its interior development. The majority of students take geology in an effort to grasp a general view of the how, when, and why of the earth. Others may p repare themselves for advanced work leading to professional careers. MATHEMATICS: John J. Gergen, Ph.D., Chairman. A mathematics major may concen- trate in the branches of algebra, geometry, or analysis. The student interested in applied mathematics should elect courses in analysis, computing, probability, statistics, and mathe- matical logic. He should also have a strong interest in the related fields — physics, eco- nomics, etc. PHYSICS: Henry A. Fairhank, Ph.D., Chairman. The University offers a full program for phys- ics majors. The sequence of courses usually is: introductory physics, intermediate physics, intermediate mechanics and electricity, c ' lec- tronics, kinetic theory of gases and thermo- dynamics, advanced laboratory, electromag- netic theory and physical optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. 25 1

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social sciences ECONOMICS: Frank T. de Vyver, Ph.D., Chairman. All majors in the Department of Economics and Business Administration take Principles of Economics and Principles of Accounting. The core courses — Business Statistics, Corporation Finance, and The Theory of the Firm are also required. At this point, specialization begins. EDUCATION: William H. Cartwright, Ph.D., Chairman. Prospective secondary-school teach- ers are encouraged to major in the academic department of their principal interest and to choose related work which will strengthen their preparation for a teaching career. In- troductory Psychology and Social Founda- tions of American Education are prerequisite to all programs in teacher education. An en- tire semester of the senior year is devoted to courses in professional education and to stu- dent teaching. POLITICAL SCIENCE: Robert S. Rankin, Ph.D., Chaitman. The student majoring in political science begins with the study of American and European political systems. Although it is desirable for the student to elect course work in each of three major areas — Political Theory and Comparative Government, Ameri- can Government and Public Administration, and International Law and Relations — he is encouraged to develop a program suited to his own interests. PSYCHO LOGY: Karl E. fner, Ph.D., Chair- man. Beyond the introductory course, the student who majors in psychology is required to complete seven semester courses in the Department, including a one semester course in statistics. Studies not covered by specific requirements may be chosen from among offerings in biological psychology, child psychology, tests and measurements, applied psychology, and social psychology. 24 SOCIOLOGY: John C. McKinney, Ph.D., Chair- man. A general course in sociology introduces the student to the field and prepares him for further work in specialized areas. These in- clude race relations, indu.strial relations, the city, mass communications, public opinion and propaganda, social stratification, social institutions, occupations and professions, the sociology of art, collective behavior and social movements, case investigation, social statistics, and social theory. These may be augmented by work in the related field of anthropology.

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military sciences AIR SCIENCE: John Schlogl, B.S., Lt. Col. USAF, Chairman. As a cadet airman, the stu- dent learns about weapons systems, the foundations of aerospace power, the role of the staff officer, navigation, and global geog- raphy. In addition, the cadet must complete a training program in leadership laboratories and on the drill field. Upon graduation, he is commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. health physical education NAVAL SCIENCE: Edward W. Durant, Jr., B.S., Col., USMC, Chairman. In his freshman year, the student is introduced to the basic elements of seamanship and naval history. As a sophomore, he learns about naval weap- ons and takes an elementary course in psy- chology. The final two years include courses in naval engineering and leadership. The curriculum is supplemented by summer cruises. Successful completion of the program brings the ensign ' s gold bar. PHTSICAL EDUCATION (EAST): Julia R. Grout, M.S., Chairman. The major program in physical education in the Woman ' s Col- lege has as its purpose the developing of teachers whose understanding of basic theory as well as skill in performance makes them worthy leaders of youth. The broader her educational background and her understand- ing of people, the more valuable the sudent will be as a leader and teacher. PHYSICAL EDUCATION (WEST): John h ' riedrich, Ph.D., Chairman. Courses in physical education are arranged and designed to meet the increasing demand for teachers who are qualified to coach and to teach physical edu- cation. They may be taken for credit only by students in the High School Teaching Pro- gram or by majors in Education. Six semester hours may be elected from courses in Special Methods in Physical Education, nine hours from those dealing with Theory and Practice in Physical Education, and three hours from Health Education. 26