May 20, 2024  
2019-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are organized in alphabetical order by subject. Information on courses can be found under appropriate headings in the below sequence.

Dual-Level (400) Courses

Some courses numbered 400 to 499 are open to graduate students and undergraduate students who meet course or program prerequisites. Credits will apply at either the undergraduate or graduate level but not at both. Each student should consult his/her advisor, program director, and/or dean concerning the policy and the appropriateness of the course prior to enrolling in any 400-level courses.

 

Exercise Science

  
  • ESC 452 - Psychology of Injury & Rehabilitation Credits: 3


    The purpose of this course is to understand the cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and social factors that affect injury, rehabilitation, and return to activity. Theory and research will be examined to understand these psychological factors and to learn how to improve the rehabilitation process. Students will also learn about qualitative research methodologies and conduct a qualitative investigation. 
     

    Prerequisite(s): ESC 340   with a C or higher AND ESC 352  with a C or higher
  
  • ESC 453 - Research Design and Statistics Credits: 4


     Students will learn basic methodological concepts for designing, implementing, and interpreting research projects within Exercise Science. This will include hypothesis development, data collection, statistical data analysis, presentation of data through written and oral mediums, and ethical principles surrounding research. Restricted to Exercise Science majors only. Prerequisites: ESC 321   or ESC 343  , and ESC 336  , and ESC 352  , and ESC 375  , and MAT 117   or MAT 217  , all with a minimum grade of C. 

    Prerequisite(s): ESC 321   or ESC 343  , and ESC 336  , and ESC 352  , and ESC 375  , and MAT 117   or MAT 217 ​ , all with a minimum grade of C. 
  
  • ESC 475 - Exercise Prescription for Special and Athletic Populations Credits: 3


    This course is designed to aid students in gaining the knowledge and practical application of testing, programming and exercise techniques associated with fitness training in a wide range of populations with special needs. The fitness training will be based on cardiorespiratory, flexibility, and resistance training guidelines from the ACSM and/or the NSCA.  Prerequisite: ESC 375  .   

    Prerequisite(s): ESC 375  with a C or higher
  
  • ESC 490 - Selected Topics in Exercise Science Credits: 1-3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESC 495 - Internship Credits: 3-12


     Offers students a practical, research, or observational learning experience within human performance or fitness-related area or career path of the student’s choice. The internship will enhance student learning through constructive participation within the field of Exercise Science. Placement must be approved by the student’s academic advisor. (Note: at least 3 credits are required for the Exercise Science Major. Credits in excess of that number may count toward Exercise Science electives or free electives.)  Students must have a 2.0 or greater QPA and completed of all Exercise Science Core & Human Performance and Fitness Courses with a C or better before enrolling in this course.
     

    Prerequisite(s):  2.0 or greater QPA & completion of all Exercise Science Core & Human Performance and Fitness Courses with a C or better; Exercise Science elective or free elective courses maybe taken concurrently with the internship 

Earth Science

  
  • ESS 108 - Introduction to Environmental Sustainability Credits: 3


    Analyzes humanity’s relationship to the natural environment and its resources.  Attention is given to both current utilization and predicted future availability of natural resources.  Specific topics may include population demographics, agriculture, mineral and energy resources, climate change, ecology, and water resources.  Along with understanding the underlying science, all topics are examined using the perspective of current economic, social, and political conditions. 

    Category: Citizenship & Responsibility - S
  
  • ESS 110 - Introduction to Geology Credits: 3


    Examines and analyzes the geological processes and elements involved in the mobile earth, with emphasis on earth materials, external and internal processes, and earth history. Attention given to human interaction with the geological environment. Topographic maps, fossils, minerals and rocks are used to enhance understanding and student involvement. Lab/lecture.

    Category: Natural World & Technology - N
  
  • ESS 111 - Introduction to the Atmosphere Credits: 3


    Examines and analyzes the interrelated processes and elements of our atmospheric environment, including air-sea interactions, which produce our patterns of weather and climate. Attention given to interaction of the environmental elements and people with emphasis on areas of pollution, atmospheric modification, political and legal aspects, and economic implications of the atmospheric environment. Maps, space and aerial photographs, and instruments are used to enhance understanding and involvement in environmental problems. Lab/lecture.

    Category: Natural World & Technology - N
  
  • ESS 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.

    Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
  
  • ESS 191 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.

    Category: Cat C - Bio and Phys Sciences
  
  • ESS 210 - Physical Geology Credits: 3


    Deals with basic principles of mineralogy, petrology, earth structures, and surficial processes. Comprehensive analysis of the Plate Tectonic Theory. Lab/lecture.

    Category: Natural World & Technology - N
  
  • ESS 212 - Historical Geology Credits: 3


    Deals with origin and evolution of the geological and biological earth. Major areas include principles of historical geology, significance of sedimentary rocks, fossil records, and history of the Earth. Lab/lecture.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 110   or HON 244   or ESS 210  
  
  • ESS 214 - Geology of National Parks Credits: 3


    Presents broad overview and basic geology in limited detail of the North American continent and Hawaii, particularly as represented by the National Parks. Classroom discussion supplemented by demonstration/laboratory exercises with earth materials, models, maps, and stereo photos.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 110   or ESS 210   or HON 244  
  
  • ESS 220 - Oceanography Credits: 3


    Comprehensive study of the ocean and surroundings. Main topics include origin of the ocean basins; water of the sea; physiography of the sea floor; plate tectonics; marine sediments; chemical properties of the sea; ocean circulation; waves, tides, beach, and shoreline processes; estuaries and life of the ocean.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 110   or ESS 210   or CHM 103   or CHM 105   or HON 244   or HON 196   or permission of instructor
  
  • ESS 340 - Marine Geology Credits: 3


  
  • ESS 355 - Meteorology Credits: 3


    Deals with atmosphere and stresses those forces which bring about changes within it. Insolation, temperature, precipitation, humidity, winds, storms, and cloudiness are the chief topics studied. Origin and development of cyclones and their significance in weather forecasting play an important interpretative part of this course. Two hours lecture and two hours lab/week.

  
  • ESS 393 - Selected Topics in Earth Science Credits: 1-3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

  
  • ESS 397 - Introduction to Research Credits: 3


    Opportunity to do research under the guidance of selected faculty members.

  
  • ESS 399 - Independent Study in Earth Science Credits: 3


    Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.

  
  • ESS 404 - Applied Meteorology and Climatology Credits: 3


    Intensive study of interaction between various atmospheric parameters and the natural or human-modified surfaces of the earth centered on the applied nature of the atmosphere including discussion of urban, human, agricultural, architectural, and commercial aspects of society. Computer simulations and mapping are utilized to enhance understanding. Each student carries out a field study on a particular problem of atmospheric interest.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 111   or ESS 355  
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 410 - Sedimentary Geology and Paleoenvironments Credits: 3


    Sedimentary Geology involves the study of physical, chemical, and biologic processes that result in the formation, transportation and deposition of soils, sediments, fossils, and sedimentary rocks. These earth materials accumulate in a range of terrestrial, marginal-marine and marine depositional environments that experience processes that are often characteristic and unique to those environments. This course will engage students in an exploration of various earth materials (soils, sediments, and sedimentary rocks), sedimentary structures, and fossils, and the chemical, physical, and biologic processes that impact their formation. Students will also explore how soils, sediments, fossils, and sedimentary rocks record spatial and temporal changes in plate tectonics, earth system processes, and environments. An important focus will be on how geoscientists reconstruct ancient environments using earth materials and how they generate scientific models to help test short-term and long-term changes in the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere through time. The course will entail lectures, local and regional field trips that make occur on the weekend, as well as laboratory assignments that are designed to provide students with substantial hands-on, field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): (ESS 110   or ESS 210   )
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 413 - Mineral and Rock Resources Credits: 3


    Deals with metallic ore deposits such as iron, ferroalloys and nonferrous metals, mineral fuels, and other selected minerals of economic significance. Emphasis on geologic occurrence and mode of origin, geographical distribution, and importance to humans.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 110   or ESS 210   or HON 244  
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 442 - Environmental Geology Credits: 3


    Deals with relationships between man and the geological habitat. Concerned with problems people have in using the earth and the reaction of the earth to that use in both a rural and urban setting. Stress placed on developing problem-solving skills in collecting, recording, and interpreting data through field investigations and simulation techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): (ESS 110   or HON 244   or ESS 210   )
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 451 - Coastal Environmental Oceanography Credits: 3


    This field-intensive course examines the interaction of biological, chemical, physical, geological, and ecological ocean processes as applied to coastal environments. A significant emphasis is focused on describing and documenting coastal environments, their biotas, their environmental tolerances and ranges. Emphasis is also placed on environmental management issues of the coastal zone. Topics include water quality analysis, barrier island geology and ecology, estuarine pollution, beach defense and biological implications in areas of coastal upwelling and coastal fronts. Specific cases in coastal pollution, human impacts on coastal landforms, shoreline erosion, wetland loss, sea-level fluctuations, nutrients in estuaries, and climate change will be examined from coastal environments around the U.S. Lecture, field trips, and laboratory exercises are designed to provide students with hands-on experience with field and laboratory equipment used to solve real-world problems in diverse coastal settings. The course is field-based and taught out of the Marine Science Consortium, Wallops Island, Virginia. The course may also include a travel component to the Florida Keys Marine Lab or similar research facility for additional field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 220   or permission of instructor
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 475 - Problems in the Marine Science Environment Credits: 3


    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 490 - Selected Topics in Earth Science Credits: 1-3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 491 - Selected Topics in Earth Science Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 492 - Selected Topics in Earth Science Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 493 - Selected Topics in Earth Science Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • ESS 494 - Selected Topics in Earth Science Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.


Ethnic Studies

  
  • ETH 100 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies Credits: 3


    Introduces perspectives about ethnic realities in America. Through an interdisciplinary examination of intellectual thought presented through various formats, students facilitate the formation of a well-rounded view of ethnic groups, an awareness of their own ethnicity, and an appreciation for human diversity. Major emphasis on African-Americans, Asian Americans, Latino Americans, and Native Americans. Also focuses on immigration experiences of European ethnic groups.

    Category: Interconnections - D
  
  • ETH 101 - Introduction to African-American Studies Credits: 3


    Provides an interdisciplinary overview of the various perspectives that have impacted African-American life and culture. Introduces the Afrocentric conceptual framework as well as other intellectual paths of African-American thought. These intellectual frameworks are the foundation for critical understanding and discussion of African-American experiences and the relevance of African-American studies as an academic discipline.

    Category: Interconnections - D
  
  • ETH 102 - Introduction to Latino Studies Credits: 3


    This course provides an understanding of the Hispanic presence in the United States through an interdisciplinary approach. Through an analysis of the wide variety of historical, political, sociological, and artistic components the students will achieve a deep understanding of the impact and relevance of the multiple Latin American cultures that are part of the Latino experience in the American society.

    Category: Interconnections - D
  
  • ETH 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.

    Category: Cat E - Soc and Behav Sciences
  
  • ETH 390 - Ethnic Studies Internship Credits: 3


    Contact Ethnic Studies for further information on internships.

  
  • ETH 399 - Independent Study in Ethnic Studies Credits: 3


    Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.


Finance

  
  • FIN 101 - Personal Finance Credits: 3


    Survey course that introduces the student to basic skills needed to manage their personal financial affairs. This course includes topics such as financial budgeting and cash management, net worth analysis, consumer purchases and protections, personal credit and debt management, savings and investments, home ownership as well as large purchase decision making analysis, insurance needs and protection, personal income tax effects, long-term retirement and estate planning issues.

    Category: Citizenship & Responsibility - R
  
  • FIN 311 - Financial Management Credits: 3


    Introduces concepts and techniques of financial management in the context of a business firm seeking to maximize the firm’s value. Topics include wealth maximization, agency issues, analyses of cash flows and financial ratios, time value of money, valuation of stocks and bonds, risk-return relationship, Capital Asset Pricing Model, capital budgeting, and cost of capital.

    Prerequisite(s): ACC 200   and (ECO 113   or ECO 102   or HON 166   ) and junior standing.
  
  • FIN 312 - Investments Credits: 3


    Deals with the basic principles of security analysis and analytical techniques. Includes a study of the economic functions and operations of the security markets, portfolio management, and the formulation of investment programs.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   and SCM 200   or permission of department chair.
  
  • FIN 313 - Advanced Financial Management Credits: 3


    Explores financial theory and financial decision models necessary for handling complex business problems. Topics include capital structure, dividend policy, working capital management, analyses of long-term financing, option pricing, international aspects of financial management, and merges and acquisitions.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   and SCM 200   or permission of department chair.
  
  • FIN 314 - Financial Institutions Credits: 3


    Approaches financial institutions and capital markets from a managerial point of view. Topical coverage includes financial management principles and policies unique to commercial banks, savings institutions, pension funds, and insurance companies.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   and SCM 200   or permission of department chair
  
  • FIN 320 - Risk Management and Insurance Credits: 3


    Introduces the concept of pure risk and scope of exposure facing individuals, businesses, and other organizations. Study includes examinations of various risk control techniques with special emphasis on insurance.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   and SCM 200   or permission of department chair.
  
  • FIN 322 - Estate Planning Credits: 3


    Focuses on efficient conservation and transfer of wealth consistent with the client’s goals. Study of the legal, tax, financial, and non-financial aspects of this process, covering topics such as trusts, wills, probate, advanced directives, charitable giving, wealth transfers, and related taxes.

    Prerequisite(s): BSL 261   and ACC 306   (may be taken concurrently) and FIN 320   (may be taken concurrently)
  
  • FIN 324 - Retirement Planning and Employee Benefits Credits: 3


    Provides knowledge of both public and private retirement plans. Public plans include Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Private plans include defined benefit and defined contribution plans and their regulatory provisions. Specifics of the various plans are analyzed as well as non-qualified deferred compensation plans. Issues individuals face in retirement, such as life-styles choices and medical issues also discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311  
  
  • FIN 333 - Applied Company and Security Analysis Credits: 3


    Develops the ability to understand and analyze how forecasts for the economy, stock market, industries, and companies are used in a traditional fundamental analysis approach to investing. Enables students to calculate and interpret the return and risk measures for investment instruments (e.g., bond, preferred stock, and common stock).

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   and SCM 200   or permission of department chair.
  
  • FIN 340 - Principles of Real Estate Credits: 3


    Introduces the field of real estate. Designed to provide an understanding of the fundamental determinants of real estate value, the real estate market within which such value is established, real estate laws, instruments and institutions which facilitate and regulate the managerial functions required for efficient growth, and the allocation of real estate resources.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   or permission of department chair.
  
  • FIN 393 - Selected Topics in Finance Credits: 1-3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

  
  • FIN 399 - Independent Study in Finance Credits: 3


    Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.

  
  • FIN 405 - Real Estate Finance, Investments, & Appraisal Analysis Credits: 3


    Provides understanding of the techniques, risks, and rewards associated with various ways of investing and financing both residential and commercial real estate. Topical coverage includes investing, financing, appraising, consulting, and managing real estate.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   or permission of department chair.
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 414 - Bank Management Credits: 3


    Deals with the regulatory and managerial environment within which the bank manager operates. Concerned with the regulatory framework which controls the balance sheet policies of a bank as well as branching and merger activity. Other selected advanced topics of bank management, such as the management of deposits and capital adequacy, the bank’s balance sheet, assets, and liquidity, are addressed.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 314   or permission of department chair
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 421 - Personal Financial Planning Credits: 3


    Capstone synthesis course for Personal Financial Planning majors. Requires students to apply information and skills learned in business core and personal financial planning courses to case situations. Includes the financial planning process, personal financial statements, cash flow and debt management, analysis of insurance needs, investment planning, as well as estate, retirement, and income tax planning. Designed to apply and integrate the above knowledge into a cohesive personal financial plan.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 312   and FIN 320   and FIN 322   and FIN 324   and ACC 306  
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 425 - Global Financial Management Credits: 3


    Studies the international environment, the foreign exchange risk management, the investment decision, the financing decision, and management of ongoing business operations in global settings. Emphasis on the analysis and evaluation of the investment decision, financial decision, and operational and financial risk in foreign countries.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 311   and SCM 200   or permission of department chair.
    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 434 - Investment Management Program Credits: 1-3


    Students manage a real money security portfolio to obtain practical investing experience. Students establish investment philosophy, investment objectives and policies, identify investment strategies, and present recommendations for buying and selling investment securities toward the goal of constructing and managing a real portfolio.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 333   and permission of department.
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 435 - Investment Management Program Credits: 1-3


    Students manage a real money security portfolio to obtain practical investing experience. Students establish investment philosophy, investment objectives and policies, identify investment strategies, and present recommendations for buying and selling investment securities toward the goal of constructing and managing a real portfolio.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 333   and permission of department.
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 442 - Derivatives Markets Credits: 3


    Broad overview of different types of financial derivatives (forwards, futures, options, options on futures, and swaps), while focusing on the principles that determine market prices. To integrate the understanding of these instruments, the discussion emphasizes the relationships among futures, options, and swaps. Emphasizes the application of financial derivatives as risk management tools, not as instruments of speculation.

    Prerequisite(s): FIN 312   or permission of department chair.
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FIN 490 - Selected Topics in Finance Credits: 1-3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.


French

  
  • FRN 101 - Beginning French I Credits: 3


    Designed for students who have never studied the language. Both textbook and authentic materials used to enable students to express themselves on personalized topics.

    Category: Interconnections - F
  
  • FRN 102 - Beginning French II Credits: 3


    Continuation of FRN 101 . Both textbook and authentic materials used to enable students to express themselves on a variety of topics concerning self, family, and friends.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 101  with minimum grade of C or Departmental Placement
    Category: Interconnections - F
  
  • FRN 103 - Intermediate French Credits: 3


    Continuation of FRN 102 . Both textbook and authentic materials used to enable students to express themselves on a variety of topics concerning self, family, friends, and their communities. Reading, writing, listening and speaking are combined to explore the history, geography, music, arts, and film of the French-speaking world.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 102   or Departmental Placement
    Category: Interconnections - F
  
  • FRN 150 - French Civilization Credits: 3


    Overview of French cultural traditions from early times to the present followed by an examination of the French way of thinking in terms of myth and reality through a survey of French education, politics, geography and sociology. Examines French-speaking civilizations in Africa, North America, and the West Indies. Taught in English; a reading knowledge of French helpful but not essential for non-majors.

    Category: Interconnections - D
  
  • FRN 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.

    Category: Cat B - Humanities
  
  • FRN 202 - Intermediate Conversation Through the Media Credits: 3


    Designated to promote and improve speaking and listening comprehension skills in the language through explorations of various contemporary media. Utilizing radio and television broadcasts, Internet materials, video, film, and audio programs and the tradition of printed text, students consider current topics of interest through discussion, debate and oral presentations. Special attention given to vocabulary building and improving students’ oral/aural proficiency. May be taken concurrently with FRN 103  with permission of the department.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 103   or Departmental Placement
    Category: Interconnections - F
  
  • FRN 204 - Ideas and Cultures from the French-Speaking World Credits: 3


    Introduction to comparative cultural studies of the French and Francophone world. Exploration of the rich cultural exchanges among Francophone communities with an emphasis on their geographical, historical and social contexts undertaken. Sustained attention will be given to oral and written expression.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 103   or Departmental Placement
    Category: Interconnections - G
  
  • FRN 211 - Intermediate French Grammar Credits: 3


    This grammar course will hone previously acquired skills with verbs will introduced to additional tenses as well as moods. Students will continue developing their writing skills with simple sentences and will be encouraged to develop compound sentences. The linguistic elements will be contextualized in cultural issues to develop oral and written expression.

  
  • FRN 300 - Advanced French Conversation Credits: 3


    This course will allow students to develop their French-speaking skills through listening, reading and discussion of authentic material representing French socio-cultural realities including economics, politics, popular culture, and family life in the 21st century. Designed to improve and refine communicative skills, this course emphasizes listening comprehension and fluency in speaking, and provides students the opportunity to practice the language through discussion of topics of interest and exploration of a variety of media. Through oral presentations, debates, collaborative projects, and other assignments, FRN 300 prepares students to express opinions and points of view in order to attain the proficiency level of Advanced Low following the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) guidelines. The course in taught in French.

    Prerequisite(s): (FRN 202   or FRN 204   ) and FRN 211   or Departmental Placement
  
  • FRN 308 - Diction et Comprehension Credits: 3


    Intensive pronunciation and intonation drills supported by examination of phonetic principles. Sound production is stressed and student will learn to distinguish stylistic nuances in phonetic variants. Graduated listening comprehension exercises train the student to understand various style levels, regional and national variations in accent, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
  
  • FRN 309 - French Grammar Credits: 3


    Examines in detail the structure of the French language. Extensive oral and written exercises are designed to provide the more advanced student with a mastery of those elements of French which pose the greatest difficulties for the American student.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
  
  • FRN 316 - Composition and Stylistics Credits: 3


    Intended to help develop basic writing skills in sustained contexts: narratives, descriptions, dialogs, essays, etc. Emphasizes syntax of written French at formal and semiformal levels.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
  
  • FRN 320 - French for the Professions Credits: 3


    Emphasizes skills in communication in the daily world of business, health professions, social work, law enforcement, etc. May include techniques of translation, a study of the economic and business systems in the French-speaking world, and extensive practice in using forms and expressions frequently used in correspondence of the above mentioned professions. Content may be adapted to students’ needs.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
    Category: Interconnections - F
  
  • FRN 330 - Masterpieces of French Literature Credits: 3


    Designed to pursue selective readings of classical French literature in all genres from the medieval period to the present day. Students will engage in critical discussions of the textual examples in efforts to trace the evolution of particular literary themes and styles.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
    Category: Creativity & Expression - L
  
  • FRN 331 - Masterpieces of Francophone Literature Credits: 3


    Introduction to rich variety of authors writing in French-speaking world outside of metropolitan France. Works by authors from North and sub-Saharan Africa, Quebec, and other regions of Canada, as well as the Caribbean region, Indian Ocean and South Pacific can be included.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
    Category: Creativity & Expression - L
  
  • FRN 340 - Genres Litteraires Credits: 3


    Offers an intensive critical study of a single literary genre (novel, short story, essay, poetry, theatre) within the French and/or Francophone traditions. Content will vary depending on the instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
  
  • FRN 380 - Aspects De La Civilisation FranÇaise/Francophone Credits: 3


    Particular topics, historical events or political and artistic movements that have assisted in fashioning French and Francophone cultures will be critically explored.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 202   or FRN 204   or permission of instructor.
  
  • FRN 388 - Internship French I Credits: 3


    Contact the department for further information on internships.

  
  • FRN 392 - French Cultural Studies Immersion Credits: 3


    This course will be offered in Quebec or in France every other summer. It will allow students to witness and appreciate first hand elements of culture such as traditions and history, music, theater, dance or even cuisine. It will also give the opportunity to the students to practice their language skills with native speakers in an immersion environment.

  
  • FRN 393 - Selected Topics in French Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

  
  • FRN 399 - Independent Study in French Credits: 3


    Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.

  
  • FRN 400 - Seminar: Advanced Studies in French Language and Literature Credits: 3


    Detailed examination of specific aspects of French literature authors, genres, literary and philosophic schools, or linguistic problems such as translation and dialects. Seminar may be taken more than once provided a specific topic is not repeated.

    Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of isntructor.
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 401 - Seminar: Advanced Studies in French Language and Literature Credits: 3


    Detailed examination of specific aspects of French literature authors, genres, literary and philosophic schools, or linguistic problems such as translation and dialects. Seminar may be taken more than once provided a specific topic is not repeated.

    Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 402 - Seminar: Advanced Studies in French Language and Literature Credits: 3


    Detailed examination of specific aspects of French literature authors, genres, literary and philosophic schools, or linguistic problems such as translation and dialects. Seminar may be taken more than once provided a specific topic is not repeated.

    Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of instructor.
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 411 - Theory and Practice of Translation Credits: 3


    Introduces various types and tools of oral and written translation and provides extensive practice in French-to-English translating in professional contexts (business, education, criminal justice, medicine, computer science, international relations and political science) and in translating works of literature. Emphasis will be given to discussion of translation problems, recognition of appropriate solutions, and the use of specific translation strategies in French-to-English translation.

    Prerequisite(s): FRN 309   and FRN 316  
    Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 490 - Selected Topics in French Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 491 - Selected Topics in French Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 492 - Selected Topics in French Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.

  
  • FRN 493 - Selected Topics in French Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.

    Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.


Geography

  
  • GEO 101 - World Geography Credits: 3


    Study of basic global patterns and problems and the distinctive characteristics and interconnections of world culture regions with human ways of living viewed in their interactions and associations with natural, human, and technological resources of aspects of the environment. Course made functional in everyday living through perception of relations between concepts of the course and current world problems.

    Category: Interconnections - G
  
  • GEO 103 - Geography of the United States and Canada Credits: 3


    Introductory regional analysis of population, land utilization, and economic activity through a comprehensive study of interrelationships between humans and the physical and cultural environments. Provides a conceptual framework within which past, present, and future rural and urban environments of the United States and Canada become explainable.

    Category: Interconnections - D
  
  • GEO 105 - Physical Geography Credits: 3


    Studies way the basic natural phenomena of air, water, and ground mutually interact and the way in which these interactions vary from one part of the earth to another to yield different natural environmental regions. Two hours lecture/two hours lab/week.

  
  • GEO 140 - Human Geography Credits: 3


    Examines the diverse spatial and cultural landscapes of the world. The spatial
    behavioral patterns of people, groups, and nations are viewed through the lenses of
    ethnicity, race, language, religion, environment, and technology, among others. The
    course focuses on spatial and regional differences created by diverse populations on
    the one hand, and the connections and collaborations between them on the other.

    Category: Citizenship & Responsibility - R
  
  • GEO 190 - General Education Special Topics Credits: 3


    Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.

    Category: Cat D - Polit, Eco and Geo Sci
  
  • GEO 202 - GIS I: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Credits: 3


    Introduction to the fundamental mapping and computer concepts and skills that underlie Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and every other geotechnology. Topics include representation (raster vs. vector), display, map scale, coordinate systems, data acquisition, and data management.

  
  • GEO 203 - Climatology Credits: 3


    Deals with regional and applied climatology. Areas of emphasis are climatic controls, classification, U.S. precipitation regimes, world climate types, relationship of climate to other physical phenomena, and importance of climate in selected aspects of human activities.

  
  • GEO 224 - Soils Credits: 3


    Studies geoenvironmental aspects of soils: their nature and properties, classification and distribution, interpretation of soil surveys, and factors affecting land use decisions. Local soil types, surveys, management and conservation practices, and problems of environmental quality studied.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 110   or HON 244   or ESS 210   or permission of instructor.
  
  • GEO 226 - Hydrology Credits: 3


    Presents basic concepts of hydrology with emphasis on the relationship of water to natural and human systems. Major topics include the dynamics of surface water flow, hydrogeology, water pollution, and water resources analysis.

  
  • GEO 230 - Economic Geography Credits: 3


    This course investigates regional economic processes and associated spatial
    patterns at a variety of spatial and temporal scales. With a focus on sustainability, the
    spatial economy is considered both in terms of the factors of production on the one
    hand and the impact of economic activity on the environment, ecosystems, and human
    well-being on the other. Basic analytical tools relevant to analyzing and understanding regional economic growth and development, human behavior, and spatial interactions are covered. An introductory course in Geography is strongly suggested and solid math skills are required.

  
  • GEO 244 - Land Use Credits: 3


    Reviews the relationship of people to the land and how technological advances and expanding population have put increasing pressure on lean resources and have created a variety of complex land use dilemmas which affect persons at all levels of society. Rural to urban migration, energy-consumptive settlement patterns, urban sprawl, private land ownership and control, and federal, state and local land use regulations will be studied. Spatial approach of land and the interaction of the physical and cultural environment in the decision-making process will be emphasized.

  
  • GEO 301 - Introduction to Biogeography Credits: 3


    Basic concepts and factors which are important in understanding the processes and influences involved in studying the distribution of terrestrial organisms over the earth will be presented. Some topics of importance include biodiversity; past and present patterns of the distribution of terrestrial organisms; the abiotic, biotic and human influences on those patterns; and a variety of factors related to the various time scales at which organisms can be studied.

  
  • GEO 305 - Geography of Europe Credits: 3


    Regional course designed to develop unbiased understanding of the economic problems of Europe, exclusive of Russia and surrounding regions. Geographic relationships underlying land utilization, boundary disputes, and dominant international problems are considered.

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 101   or HON 141  
  
  • GEO 306 - Geomorphology Credits: 3


    Studies physical and chemical processes that have in the past and are presently forming the landscape. Description and classification of landforms and the theoretical and dynamic aspects of landform evolution are studied. Geomorphic techniques of quantitative analysis, advanced interpretation of topographic maps and air photographs, and field work are stressed. Two hours lecture and two hours lab/week.

    Prerequisite(s): ESS 110 or HON 244 or ESS 210
  
  • GEO 308 - Geography of Latin America Credits: 3


    Comparative study of the geographical regions of Middle and South America. Latin American relations with the United States and the rest of the world are interpreted through the analysis of the economic, social, and cultural activities of people in relation to the physical factors of this environment.

 

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