Apr 30, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by subject prefix. Each course description begins with a subject prefix followed by a three-digit course number and the course title. If a course includes laboratory or other special activities, that information is contained in the course description. Prerequisites and co-requisites are also listed. A prerequisite is a course, experience, or other required preparation that must be completed before the student will be permitted to enroll in the course. A co-requisite is a course, experience, or other preparation that must be completed at the same time that the student is enrolled in the listed course.

Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance, a “Code or Number” search of ” 1* ” can be entered, returning all 100-level courses.

 

Family and Consumer Sciences

  
  • FCS 451 - Retail Planning


    3 credit hours
    Practices, policies, and design of retail businesses, emphasis on merchandising and role of the consumer. Course is built on cumulative study of accounting, marketing, management, economics, and family and consumer sciences merchandising. Restricted to majors with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
  
  • FCS 452 - Clothing Design-Flat Pattern


    3 credit hours
    One lecture. Two two-hour laboratories. Flat pattern techniques in costume design. Offered as needed.
  
  • FCS 453 - Clothing Design-Draping


    3 credit hours
    One lecture. Two two-hour laboratories. Draping techniques in costume design. Students execute their original designs. Offered as needed.
  
  • FCS 460 - Problems in Family and Consumer Sciences


    1-6 credit hours
    Students select problem with approval of chairman and work with guidance and supervision of an assigned faculty member. Hours to be arranged. This course can be repeated two times for up to 6 hours of credit with instructor and advisor approval.
  
  • FCS 461 - Retail Merchandising Internship for Minors


    3 credit hours
    Off-campus experience in business for 160 hours; includes full-time work in a program developed by the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences and business personnel. Restricted to retail merchandising minors only. Students must have junior or senior standing and at least a 2.0 GPA.
  
  • FCS 462 - Human Development and Family Studies Internship for Minors


    3 credit hours
    Supervised work experiences for 160 hours (minors) in approved community programs for children, youth, adults, and/or families. Restricted to students who have senior standing and at least a 2.0 GPA. Prerequisite(s): FCS 291  and 391 .
  
  • FCS 465 - Parenting and Guidance


    3 credit hours
    This course provides an application of theory, research, and developmentally appropriate practices to understand the role of parents in guiding the behavior of children from birth to adolescence, and in establishing healthy parent-child relationships across the lifespan. It also includes a study of programs that facilitate parent education.  Prerequisite(s): FCS 291  or 391 .
  
  • FCS 475 - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences


    3 credit hours
    The study of a selected topic in Family and Consumer Sciences. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes, up to a total of 9 credit hours. (Cross-listed with FCS 575).
  
  • FCS 477 - Quantity Foods


    3 credit hours
    Two lectures. One two-hour laboratory. Planning, procuring, storing, producing, and serving foods for families and commercial production. Emphasis is placed on nutritional needs, culture, socioeconomic levels, safety, sanitation, and management. Prerequisite(s): FCS 170 .
  
  • FCS 490 - Family Life Education


    3 credit hours
    This course will provide an understanding of the general philosophy and broad principles of family life education in conjunction with the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate such educational programs. It will include research and theories related to planning, implementing, and evaluating programs; education techniques; sensitivity to others; and sensitivity to community concerns and values. Prerequisite(s): FCS 402 . Prerequisite(s) with concurrency allowed: FCS 407  and 465 .
  
  • FCS 491 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Family and Consumer Sciences


    3 credit hours
    Strategies and methods for teaching family and consumer sciences career connections and family-life programs in middle- and secondary-school settings; organization, administration, and assessment of career/technical programs including project-based learning, student organizations, advisory committees, business/industry certification, workplace applications, and career portfolio development. Admission to the Teacher Education Program required.
  
  • FCS 497 - Family and Consumer Sciences Internship


    6 credit hours
    Off-campus, work-related experience (320 hours) in a private, public, non-profit, or governmental organization to enhance student’s knowledge and skills in the student’s major area of study. Family and Consumer Sciences major. Senior standing with at least a 2.0 GPA
  
  • FCS 498 - Retail Merchandising Internship for Majors


    6 credit hours
    Off-campus experience in business for 320 hours; includes full-time work in a program developed by the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences and business personnel.  Restricted to retail merchandising majors only. Students must have junior or senior standing and at least a 2.0 GPA.
  
  • FCS 499 - Human Development and Family Studies for Majors


    6 credit hours
    Supervised work experiences for 320 hours in approved community programs for children, youth, adults, and/or families.  Restricted to human development and family studies majors only. Students must have senior standing and at least a 2.0 GPA.

Finance

  
  • FI 372 - Business Finance


    3 credit hours
    Financial analysis, profit planning, budgeting, valuation of the firm, current asset management, and short- and long-term financing. Sophomore standing required. Prerequisite(s): AC 221 
  
  • FI 380 - Sports Finance


    3 credit hours
    This course studies foundational financial principles and concepts in sports. Revenues and expenses of sports organizations will be examined. Students are guided to take a strategic organizational perspective to understand sport finance. 
  
  • FI 401 - Money and Banking


    3 credit hours
    The functions of money, credit, and financial institutions in our economy. Details the structure of interest rates and investigates the determination of the level of domestic rates of interest and their implications for international currency markets. (Cross-listed with EC 401 .)
  
  • FI 411 - Risk Management and Insurance


    3 credit hours
    This course examines the various risk control and financing techniques available to manage risk exposures. The course includes risk identification, risk evaluation, and risk financing methods for managing property, liability, and life, health, and retirement exposures to loss. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 415 - Financial Services Seminar


    3 credit hours
    Topics relating to the General Securities Representative Exam (Series 7) including, but not limited to, corporate equity/fixed-income securities, local/state/federal government securities, derivative securities, investment company products and fiduciary duties to customers. This course is not affiliated with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the Series 7 exam provider, and does not exempt students from the examination eligibility requirements.  Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 420 - Futures and Options


    3 credit hours
    This course studies the use of futures, forwards, and options for hedging, arbitrage, and speculation. The focus is on understanding and valuating the basic derivatives and their applications in financial risk management and investment. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 421 - Financial Information Systems


    3 credit hours
    This course discusses the basics of financial information systems, including their analysis, design, development, and maintenance. The course covers tools for financial transaction and data analysis and their application for defining present and future values, positive and negative cash flows, calculating depreciation, taxes, and amortization tables. The course also considers what-if analyses. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 , MIS 161 .
  
  • FI 472 - Advanced Business Finance


    3 credit hours
    Theory and applications of financial management of the firm, structure and cost of capital, working capital management, dividend policy, long-term financial planning and forecasting. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 473 - Investments


    3 credit hours
    The structure and operation of securities markets, introduction to portfolio management and capital market theory, the valuation of common stocks and fundamental analysis, determinants of option prices, determinants of future prices, portfolio performance measurement and risk management, international portfolio management and international investing. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 474 - Financial Planning


    3 credit hours
    Development of financial planning principles and their application to the design of insurance, savings, and investment programs for individuals. Topics include property, health, life insurance, deposit-based and marketable savings alternatives, fixed income and equity investment alternatives including mutual funds. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 475 - Special Topics


    1-3 credit hours
    Study of a select range of topics relating to banking and finance and may include market efficiency, behavioral finance, asset pricing theories, international banking and finance, options theory and productivity and performance in financial institutions, international trade, and foreign direct investments. This course may be repeated as topic varies. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be counted toward a degree. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .
  
  • FI 476 - Applied Research in Finance


    1-3 credit hours
    Research project under the supervision of an assigned faculty member. Course may be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. Junior standing and consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): FI 372 .

Foreign Languages

  
  • FL 100 - Introductory Foreign Language Study


    1-6 credit hours
    Emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and conversation. (Language may vary; see department chair.)
  
  • FL 200 - Intermediate Foreign Language Study


    1-6 credit hours
    Continued emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading composition, and conversation. (Language may vary; see department chair.)
  
  • FL 300 - Methods in Foreign Language Teaching


    3 credit hours
    Trends in second-language acquisition theory and methods, including an overview of the ACTFL standards, and may also include the Alabama course of study for foreign languages. Prerequisite(s): FRN 101  (or 150 ), GER 101 , SPN 101  (or 103  or 150 ), or equivalent, (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FL 301 - Culture Through Cinema


    3 credit hours
    Survey of topics in Hispanic, Francophone, and Germanic cultures through the study of film. A variety of written texts (scripts, critical articles, short stories, etc.) will enhance the regular viewing of films. Taught in English.
  
  • FL 302 - Introduction to Literary Theory


    3 credit hours
    Exploration of reading methods for literary texts. To include works from Hispanic, Francophone, and Germanic literary traditions, as well as major critical approaches. Taught in English. Prerequisite(s): ENG 231  (or 233 ) or 232  (or 234 ) or equivalent, (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FL 303 - Origin and History of Language


    3 credit hours
    The general aim of this course is to give students a broadly based foundation in comparative historical linguistics, with particular emphasis on the development of Romance and Germanic languages and their similarities and/or differences. Taught in English. Prerequisite(s): FRN 101  (or 150 ), GER 101 , SPN 101  (or 103  or 150 ), or equivalent, (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FL 370 - Special Topics


    3 credit hours
    Investigation of selected topics or themes drawn from culture, history, literature or the arts, taught in a foreign language not offered at UM.
  
  • FL 395 - Study Abroad


    6 credit hours
    Immersion in the language of study to perfect linguistic and cultural skills. Students may substitute two upper-level courses in the language of their concentration for this requirement.
  
  • FL 399 - Experiences in Language and Culture


    1-3 credit hours
    Immersion in foreign culture and language.
  
  • FL 480 - Senior Seminar: A Capstone Course for Foreign Language Majors


    3 credit hours
    Studies on selected topics from Hispanic, Francophone, and Germanic literatures and cultures. Taught in English. Required of all Foreign Language majors. Can be repeated twice for credit if subject is different. Senior standing (or consent of instructor) required. Restricted to Foreign Languages majors.
  
  • FL 495 - Study Abroad


    6 credit hours
    Immersion study of literature, culture, and civilization in the target language. Students may substitute two 400-level courses in the language of their concentration for this requirement. Consent of instructor required.

French

  
  • FRN 101 - Introductory French I


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and conversation.
  
  • FRN 102 - Introductory French II


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continued emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and conversation. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FRN 101  or equivalent or placement by departmental exam.
  
  • FRN 150 - Accelerated Introductory French


    6 credit hours
    General Education Course
    This course covers the material for FRN 101  and FRN 102  in one semester. Emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and conversation. A minimum of one year of high school French is required to take this course. This course is not intended for true beginners of a language.  Students who earn credit for FRN 150 may not also earn credit for either FRN 101  or FRN 102 .
  
  • FRN 201 - Intermediate French I


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continued emphasis on the development of basic communication skills, stressing vocabulary, the idiom, and grammar, along with composition and conversation. Readings and discussion explore cross cultural values. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FRN 102  or 150 , or equivalent or placement by departmental exam.
  
  • FRN 202 - Intermediate French II


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continuation of FRN 201 . Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FRN 201  or equivalent or placement by departmental exam.
  
  • FRN 250 - Accelerated Intermediate French


    6 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continued emphasis on the development of basic communication skills, stressing vocabulary, the idiom, and grammar, along with composition and conversation. Readings and discussion explore cross-cultural values. Students who earn have credit for FRN 250 may not also earn credit for either FRN 201  or FRN 202 . Prerequisite(s): A Grade of C or better in FRN 102  or FRN 150  or equivalent (or placement by departmental exam).
  
  • FRN 300 - Directed Independent Study


    1-3 credit hours
    Investigation of assigned subjects, supervised reading, and independent study at the advanced intermediate level. Consent of instructor and chair required.
  
  • FRN 301 - French Conversation


    3 credit hours
    Emphasis on development of speaking fluency. Oral practice highly emphasized. Occasional written exercises. Prerequisite(s): FRN 202  or 250  or placement test scores (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 302 - Grammar and Composition


    3 credit hours
    Emphasis on development of technical command of French through grammar review, vocabulary amplification, and writing exercises. Prerequisite(s): FRN 202  or 250  or placement test scores (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 303 - Phonetics and Phonology


    3 credit hours
    Studies in phonetics and phonology of French. Emphasis on pronunciation of contemporary French. At the instructor’s discretion, the course may involve studies in linguistic analysis and transcription. Prerequisite(s): FRN 202  or 250  or placement test scores (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 310 - Business French


    3 credit hours
    Emphasis on understanding commercial vocabulary and comprehending authentic texts, as well as the creation of dialogues and oral presentations. Study of aspects of other areas of professional French (social work, law) may be included. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 320 - French Literature in Translation


    3 credit hours
    Studies in French literature. Major works and authors of the French literary tradition. May be thematic or generic in approach or may concentrate on one author. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 321 - Francophone Literature in Translation


    3 credit hours
    Studies in Francophone literature. Major works and authors writing in French outside France. May be thematic or generic in approach or may concentrate on one author. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 331 - Survey of French Literature


    3 credit hours
    This course introduces students to the literary genres and historical panorama of French literature. Emphasis on the acquisition of reading skills and analytical tools in drama, poetry, narrative, and essay. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 332 - Survey of Francophone Literature


    3 credit hours
    This course introduces students to the literary genres and historical panorama of Francophone literature. Emphasis on the acquisition of reading skills and analytical tools in drama, poetry, narrative, and essay. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 341 - French Culture and Civilization


    3 credit hours
    This course introduces students to the main historical events, social movements, artistic currents, and philosophical vogues from the beginning of French civilization to the present. The cultural history of France will be considered within a national and international context. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 342 - Francophone Culture and Civilization


    3 credit hours
    This course introduces students to the main historical events, social movements, artistic currents, and philosophical vogues in the French-speaking world, considered within a national and international context. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 344 - Francophone Cultural Studies and Film


    3 credit hours
    Study of current events in the French-speaking world through use of print, electronic, and visual sources. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 345 - The Francophone World Today


    3 credit hours
    Studies in contemporary French culture. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 370 - Special Topics


    3 credit hours
    Investigation of selected topics or themes drawn from culture, history, literature, or the arts. Can be repeated twice for credit. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 395 - Study Abroad


    6 credit hours
    Immersion in the French language to perfect linguistic and cultural skills. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302 , or 303 , (or consent of instructor).
  
  • FRN 400 - Directed Independent Study


    3 credit hours
    Investigation of assigned subjects, supervised reading, and independent study at the advanced level. Consent of instructor and chair required. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 405 - History of the French Language


    3 credit hours
    Study of the history of one or more aspects of the French language, including syntax, morphology, lexicon, and diffusion. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 430 - French Medieval, Renaissance or Early Modern Literature


    3 credit hours
    Studies in French literature from the Medieval and Renaissance periods to the beginning of the 18th century. At the instructor’s discretion, this course may involve a survey of major authors and texts, or may explore a special topic. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 431 - Modern and Contemporary French Literature


    3 credit hours
    Studies in French literature from the 18th century to today. At the instructor’s discretion, this course may involve a survey of major authors and texts, or may explore a special topic. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 440 - Francophone French Literature


    3 credit hours
    Studies in Francophone literature from its origins to today. At the instructor’s discretion, this course may involve a survey of major authors and texts, or may explore a special topic. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 451 - Studies in Drama


    3 credit hours
    Study of the formal and generic features of drama. May emphasize the development of dramatic form and content, a group of writers, a period or a subgenre. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 452 - Studies in Prose


    3 credit hours
    Study of the formal and generic features of the novel, novella, essay, autobiography, and other prose forms. May emphasize origins and development of a particular prose genre, a group of writers, a period or culture, or a sub-genre. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 453 - Studies in Poetry


    3 credit hours
    Study of the forms and conventions of poetry. May emphasize a poetic genre, a group of writers, a period or culture, or recurrent theme. Prerequisite(s): At least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.
  
  • FRN 470 - Special Topics


    3 credit hours
    Advanced investigation of selected topics or themes drawn from culture, history, literature, or the arts. Can be repeated twice for credit. Prerequisite(s): FRN 301 , 302  or 303 , (or consent of instructor), and at least two classes numbered at FRN 331  or above.

Game Studies and Design

  
  • GSD 210 - History of Games


    3 credit hours
    An exploration of the history of games from ancient times to modern day.
  
  • GSD 225 - Survey of Modern Games


    3 credit hours
    A study of popular world games and game franchises from the 20th and 21st centuries examining and critiquing their impact, technique, design, and style. Includes regular game play.
  
  • GSD 295 - Special Topics


    1-3 credit hours
    Topics will be announced prior to registration. Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes.
  
  • GSD 301 - Game Design Workshop I


    3 credit hours
    This class will introduce students to the fundamentals of game design, including the basic principles of card, board, role playing, and video games. Topics will include concept and design elements as students begin developing their own games. Prerequisite(s): Any GSD course (210  - concurrent enrollment allowed, 225 , 295 , 395 ) or MATH 202  (or consent of instructor).
  
  • GSD 302 - Game Design Workshop II


    3 credit hours
    A continuation of GSD 301 , with an emphasis on play testing and development. Students will develop a body of work suitable for a portfolio that will include at least one finished product. Prerequisite(s): GSD 301 .
  
  • GSD 395 - Special Topics


    1-3 credit hours
    Topics will be announced prior to registration. Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes.
  
  • GSD 495 - Special Topics


    1 to 3 credit hours
    Topics will be announced prior to registration. Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes.

General Business

  
  • GB 100 - Introduction to Business


    3 credit hours
    Introduction to accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and business law.
  
  • GB 110 - Applied Liberal Arts in Business


    1-3 credit hours
    This course integrates perspectives from different disciplines and viewpoints on relevant topics. Using a seminar strategy, students will listen to a panel discussion and contribute questions and thoughts regarding the given subject matter. Grading consists of weekly quizzes on podcasts and submission of notes from the discussion.
  
  • GB 250 - Applied Finance for Non-Business Majors


    3 credit hours
    Introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of financial management with perspective being practical rather than theoretical. Topics covered will help the student make better financial decisions on a personal level and make appropriate decisions if managing the financial records of a small business or a non-profit organization.
  
  • GB 270 - Personal Finance


    3 credit hours
    Planning and managing personal finances, residential housing purchase, insuring your resources, and investing your financial resources. Designed primarily for students pursuing a degree in Arts & Sciences or Fine Arts. Open to Business majors as a free elective only.
  
  • GB 353 - Sports Analytics


    3 credit hours
    A comprehensive overview of sports analytics, which is a specific data science application. Students will be introduced to statistical and mathematical models used to predict team and administration performance. The course follows a case studies approach with hands on exercises using common software tools and available data sources. Sophomore standing or permission of instructor. MATH 131  
  
  • GB 409 - Internship in Business


    1-3 credit hours
    Work-related experience in a private, public or governmental organization enhancing student learning of academic concepts and theories in the student’s major area. Course may be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisite(s): Major area prerequisite(s), junior standing, GPA of 2.5 in major and business core, and consent of instructor.
  
  • GB 410 - Internship in Business II


    1-3 credit hours
    Work-related experience in a private, public or governmental organization enhancing student learning of academic concepts and theories in the student’s major area. Prerequisite(s): Major area prerequisite(s), junior standing, GPA of 2.5 in major and business core, and consent of instructor.
  
  • GB 460 - Special Topics in Business


    3 credit hours
    Study of a selected topic in business. May repeat for a total of 6 credit hours with consent of instructor. Senior standing (or consent of instructor) required.
  
  • GB 465 - Customer Relationship Management & Sales Technology


    3 credit hours
    This course focuses on the importance of customer relationship management (CRM) and the role it plays in sales management, marketing, and strategic planning. Companies build CRM strategies to align their operations to be customer centric and to influence customer loyalty to maximize customer equity and their competitive advantage. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
  
  • GB 476 - Applied Research in Business


    3 credit hours
    Directed research in business. Course may be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. Restricted to senior standing (or consent of instructor).

Geography

  
  • GEOG 231 - World Regional Geography


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    The nature and characteristics of places as affected by human activity. Emphases on the historical, political, economic, and social attributes of the world’s regions in relation to current world events.
  
  • GEOG 303 - Selected Topics in Regional Geography


    3 credit hours
    Study of the physical and human geography of a particular region in the world focusing on contemporary and global issues. Topics vary and will be announced prior to registration period. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. Restricted to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Prerequisite(s): GEOG 231 .
  
  • GEOG 331 - Human Geography


    3 credit hours
    The major organizing concepts of economic and cultural geography. Man’s geographic behavior in terms of spatial organization of the earth’s surface and his development of regional, urban, and political systems.
  
  • GEOG 332 - Physical Geography


    3 credit hours
    Distribution and analysis of natural features of the earth. Landforms, soils, minerals, water, climates, flora, and fauna. Emphasis on human-environment relations. Junior standing required.
  
  • GEOG 375 - Geography of the United States and Canada


    3 credit hours
    A geographical analysis of the United States and Canada, with emphasis on regional variations of social, economic, political, and historical geography.
  
  • GEOG 405 - Urbanism and Sustainability


    3 credit hours
    History and contemporary process of urbanization; location, functions, and internal structures of cities; relations among cities and among urban, suburban, and exurban areas. Emphasis on the ecological, economic, cultural, and postmodern perspectives. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: GEOG 231 .
  
  • GEOG 411 - Selected Topics in Geography


    3 credit hours
    Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. Prerequisite(s): HIST 101  (or 103 ) and 102  (or 104 ).
  
  • GEOG 466 - Political Geography


    3 credit hours
    Major political structures and geopolitical implications of location, shape, area, culture, and natural environment of nations and states. Spatial analysis of voting behavior.

Geology

  
  • GEOL 110 - Physical Geology


    4 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Lecture and one two-hour laboratory. Materials and processes of the surface and interior of the earth, including the origin of minerals and rocks, earthquakes, volcanoes, earth structure, and plate tectonics. Resources, energy, and environmental problems are emphasized. Laboratory includes study of rocks, minerals, and maps.
  
  • GEOL 115 - Historical Geology


    4 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Lecture and one two-hour laboratory. History of the earth as recorded in rocks, life history as shown by fossil evidence, and rocks as records of ancient conditions and environments. Geologic history of North America is emphasized. Laboratory covers rocks, fossils, ancient environments, and maps.
  
  • GEOL 120 - Introduction to Planetary Science


    4 credit hours
    Survey of astronomy. Enrollment limited to majors in Elementary and Early Childhood Teacher Education and Middle and Secondary School General Science Education. This course does not fulfill any science requirement outside of these programs.

German

  
  • GER 101 - Introductory German I


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and conversation.
  
  • GER 102 - Introductory German II


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continued emphasis on the development of basic communication skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through grammatical and verbal drills, systematic vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and conversation. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GER 101  or equivalent or placement by departmental exam.
  
  • GER 201 - Intermediate German I


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continued emphasis on the development of basic communication skills, stressing vocabulary, the idiom, and grammar, along with composition and conversation. Readings and discussions explore cross-cultural values. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GER 102  or equivalent or placement by departmental exam.
  
  • GER 202 - Intermediate German II


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Continuation of GER 201 . Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GER 102  or equivalent or placement by departmental exam.

History

  
  • HIST 101 - History of World Civilizations I


    3 credit hours
    General Education Course
    Major civilizations of the world, their institutions and basic characteristics. Civilizations covered include Mesopotamian, Egyptian, European, Indian, Chinese, Greek, Islamic, North and South American, African, and Japanese. HIST 101 and 102  are prerequisites for all other history courses. Exceptions are made only when a student has fulfilled the freshman history requirement at another institution, where the requirement is HIST 211  and 212 . A student may not receive credit for both HIST 101 and 103.
 

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