Korea, South

This course explores the origins and history of global citizenship and global citizenship education. We examine various approaches to global citizenship education and discuss theoretical frameworks for understanding its worldwide diffusion. The course critically investigates the Western-centered nature of global citizenship education through the concept of epistemic injustice and considers whether global citizenship education is a notion accessible only to the privileged few or whether it can function as a mechanism for equality. Finally, students review the current status and practices of global citizenship education in different countries, including South Korea. 

Emphasizing and incorporating students' needs and experiences, the course creates a critical space where they can share, debate, network, and construct viable curricula, practices, and pedagogies for the implementation of citizenship education inside and outside the school settings. 

Language Requirements: This course is taught in both Korean and English and the group discussion in both Korean and English. Group project needs to be delivered in English. Students are required to have upper intermediate and advanced levels of English fluency. 

This course introduces computer vision with a focus on modern deep learning. We start with the foundational concepts and history of the field. We then dive into the key architectures that have shaped modern computer vision. We study convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and Vision Transformers (ViT), learning how they work and how they are used for fundamental tasks like image classification, object detection, and semantic segmentation. Then, we cover 3D computer vision, including problems like 3D reconstruction. Finally, students focus on deep generative models for vision, exploring how they are used to create realistic images and videos.  

Prior to taking this course, it is recommended that students take courses in linear algebra and probability and statistics.  

Topics include Introduction to Computer Vision; Basics of Digital Images and Processing; Machine learning and neural networks; Convolutional neural networks (CNNs); Computer vision problems; Vision transformers (ViTs) for computer vision; 3D Computer Vision; Generative Models: VAEs, GANs; and Generative Models: Diffusion Models, Multimodal models. 

This is the most advanced undergraduate course in the Astronomy program Department of Physics & Astronomy and is targeted to astronomy-major or physics-major senior (or junior) undergraduate students or first and secondar year graduate students. 

To retain the advanced level of this course, the enrollment is restricted only to those students who took the following classes in astronomy, physics and mathematics classes: Galaxies and the Universe, Introduction to Astrophysics 1, General physics, Classical Mechanics I & II (including the Special Relativity), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Thermal Physics, Electrodynamics I & II, General Mathematics, Calculus/Analysis, Linear Algebra. 

Students should not register for this class unless they have completed the above prerequisite courses. 

This special topics course includes the following topics: How filmmakers use their depictions of robots, androids, and AI to comment on contemporary science, society and culture; How developments in real-world science and technology have influenced cinema, and how the real science of AI has been influenced by science fiction; How to analyze and interpret science fiction films in terms of their themes and symbolism (what is the message of this movie?) and historical significance (why was this film important, and what events from history influenced its creation?) 

Students explore film analysis, terminology, and methodology through films, readings, group discussions, and debates. 

This course enables students to have simple conversations by learning basic sentence patterns, expressions, and vocabulary in Korean. 

Students learn how to read and write Hangeul (Korean alphabet). Also, students will practice various daily topics such as self-introduction, greetings, major/school activities, family, locations, and numbers. The course follows the integrated text which is effective for students to practice four areas: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

This class will be carried out in Korean. Therefore, students are required to speak Korean only during class time. 

This course introduces the hydrologic cycle and relevant atmospheric processes: water and energy balance, radiation, precipitation, snow, infiltration, evaporation, transpiration, groundwater flow, streamflow, and flood processes. In addition, AI applications in hydrologic processes are covered. Topics include The Hydrologic Cycle, Atmospheric Water, Runoff and Streamflow, Groundwater, and Soil Water.

Prerequisite: ELEMENTARY FLUID MECHANICS

This course approaches themes such as justice, citizenship, and the constitution of the state—as we experience and reflect on them within a liberal democratic system—through close readings of texts in ancient political thought.  

Returning to ancient Greece, often regarded as the birthplace of both democracy and justice, we examine Socratic argumentation, the death of Socrates, and the visions of a just state as imagined by Plato and Aristotle.  

Through this exploration, we aim to envision what a just democratic society might look like today.  

Topics include The Meaning of Ancient Political Thought – Why Do We Study Ancient Political Thought?; The Relationship Between Tradition and Philosophy – Taking a Step Back from Socrates; The Problem of the Divine – The Search for a Standard; Why Socrates Refused the City's Commands; The Apology of Socrates; The Problem of Justice – Understanding Thrasymachus’ Claim that Justice Is the Advantage of the Strong; What Kind of Citizens Constitute a Just State?; Why Is the Philosopher-King Necessary?; The Problem of the City-State and Slavery – The Meaning of the Polis and Its Members; The City-State and the Citizen – The Ideal City-State?; The Persistence of the City-State – How Does a City-State Endure or Decline?; and Justice, Virtue, and Happiness – The Aim of the Political Community. 

This introductory survey course is an exploration of the enduring philosophical and spiritual traditions of Asia, focusing on key ancient and modern texts that illuminate timeless human concerns. From the ethical teachings of Confucius to the contemplative insights of Buddhism and the flowing harmony of Taoist thought, this course invites students to engage deeply with foundational ideas that have shaped Eastern civilizations. We also consider how these traditions respond to and converse with global philosophical currents, offering a rich comparative perspective. Through close reading and discussion, students gain not only historical and cultural understanding but also personal insight into ways of living wisely in a complex world. 

Building on a comprehensive understanding of communication design, students investigate the unique characteristics of various media and move fluidly across them, developing active and creative strategies for communication. This inquiry serves as the foundation for freely experimenting with and implementing practical, hands-on projects. Topics include The domain of Communication design, The role of communication designers, Riso print workshop, Communication design issues, and Communication design and media.

Prerequisites: Completion of at least two of the following — Introduction to Communication Design, Typography Design, Brand Design, Information Design, Advertising Design