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ENGL 494 - Internship in English
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
To gain experience in the use of written and oral communications in the world of work. Service positions are not monetarily compensated. Course performance based on an agreement between student and English department chair, who stipulates specific academic and work assignments. In all cases, grades will be based upon academic evaluation and work evaluation by on-the-job supervisors. May be repeated once with permission of the English Department Chair.
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ENGL 495 - Topics [Title TBA] in Gender and Cultural Studies
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Special topics in gender and cultural studies issues in literature. May be repeated with variation in topic.
Crosslisted With: ENGL 695
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ENGL 496 - Seminar [Title TBA] in British Literature
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Special topics in British literature. May be repeated with variation in topic.
Crosslisted With: ENGL 696
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ENGL 497 - Seminar [Title TBA] in American Literature
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Special topics in American literature. May be repeated with variation in topic.
Crosslisted With: ENGL 697
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ENGL 498 - Seminar [Title TBA] in Rhetoric and Writing
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Special topics in rhetoric or writing. May be repeated with variation in topic.
Crosslisted With: ENGL 698
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ENGL 499 - Critical Approaches to Literature: A Senior Capstone Course
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A capstone experience for English majors to read, write, review, evaluate, put the major’s academic career in perspective, and have a better grasp of the nature of the discipline as demonstrated through a senior writing project. A writing and speaking intensive course.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 200 .
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Exercise Science |
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EXSC 305 - Applied Human Movement
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Introduction to the study of human movement. Includes anatomical terminology, joint movement, analysis and application of basic biomechanical principles emphasizing safe instructional and performance practices.
Prerequisite(s): any human anatomy and/or physiology course with a lab, or HPED 300 or instructor’s approval.
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EXSC 316 - Exercise Science Practicum
Credit(s): 2
When Offered: As Needed
An introduction to a variety of career opportunities, developing a professional resumé, professional philosophy, professional goals and objectives and a professional portfolio. Includes a 45 hour supervised study and experience with a cooperating agency. Application must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Department of Health and Human Performance major.
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EXSC 317 - Exercise Science Practicum
Credit(s): 2
When Offered: As Needed
An introduction to a variety of career opportunities, developing a professional resumé, professional philosophy, professional goals and objectives and a professional portfolio. Includes a 45 hour supervised study and experience with a cooperating agency. Application must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Department of Health and Human Performance major.
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EXSC 318 - Exercise Science and Wellness Directed Practicum
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A 45 hour supervised study and experience with an appropriate on-campus department/personnel.
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EXSC 319 - Exercise Science and Wellness Practicum
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introduction to a variety of career opportunities, developing professional resumé, professional philosophy, professional goals and objectives and a professional portfolio. The practicum includes a 45 hour supervised study and experience with a cooperating agency. Application must be approved one semester in advance.
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EXSC 429 - Applications in Exercise Physiology
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Application of exercise physiology knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to health and fitness of all ages in the general population. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency in technology within the exercise science and wellness domain. May be repeated and/or taken alone with instructor’s permission.
Corequisite(s): EXSC 430 for Exercise Science/Wellness.
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EXSC 430 - Exercise Physiology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course examines the basic principles of exercise physiology relating to the body’s initial and long term responses to physical activity and exercise to maintain homeostasis.
Prerequisite(s): Any human anatomy and/or physiology with lab; Health and Human Performance majors only or instructor’s approval.
Corequisite(s): EXSC 429 .
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EXSC 431 - Exercise Testing and Prescription: General Populations
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Application of exercise testing and prescription in the general patient/client populations. Develop proficiency in using testing equipment and evaluating results.
Prerequisite(s): EXSC 429 and EXSC 430 or HPED 300 or instructor’s approval.
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EXSC 433 - Exercise Testing and Prescription: Special Populations
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Application of exercise testing and prescription in an array of patient/client populations including those with heart and/or pulmonary disease, diabetes, pregnancy and/or older adults. Develop proficiency in using testing equipment and evaluating results.
Prerequisite(s): EXSC 431 .
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EXSC 434 - Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Overview of the physiological mechanisms underlying healthy and disease cardiac function during acute and chronic exercise and how those components adapt to and benefit from a systematic program of exercise training.
Prerequisite(s): HPER 327 , HPED 300 or EXSC 430 .
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EXSC 436 - Introduction to Electrocardiograph
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course will introduce the students to basic electrocardiograph (ECG) interpretation. Topics will include the interpretation of axis, rate, rhythm, hypertrophy, infarction, 12 lead placement and Holter monitor use.
Prerequisite(s): EXSC 430 or Instructor’s approval.
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Family and Consumer Sciences |
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FCS 28- - Preprofessional Practice
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Variable credit course with maximum allowable hours of three. Work experience in a professional setting matched with student’s curriculum and career goals. Scheduling arrangement must be made and approved by adviser one semester prior to registration. Subject matter area is indicated by the third digit: 0 for Family and Consumer Sciences, 1 for Child and Family Studies, 2 for Food and Nutrition, 3 for Consumer Resource Management, 5 for Fashion Merchandising, 6 for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, 7 for Dietetics, 8 for Gerontology, and 9 for Food Service Management. May be repeated; student can earn no more than three hours credit.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 2. 50 cumulative grade point average.
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FCS 47- - Topics: [Selected Area] [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 1-6
Lecture Hours: 1-6
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Topics in selected areas of Family and Consumer Sciences for students showing special ability and interest. The subject matter area is indicated by the third digit: 0 for Family and Consumer Sciences, 1 for Child and Family Studies, 2 for Food and Nutrition, 3 for Consumer Resource Management, 5 for Fashion Merchandising, 6 for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, 7 for Dietetics, 8 for Gerontology, and 9 for Hospitality and Food Service Management. Must be requested in advance of registration. May repeat enrollment up to six credit hours.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental and instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: FCS 67-
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FCS 48- - Supervised Field Experience
Credit(s): 3-5
Lecture Hours: 3-5
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised work experience in off-campus placement matched to the student’s curriculum and career goals. May be repeated with variable credit up to a maximum of five hours in 48- and five hours in FCS 49- depending on available resources and student’s course load at time of registration. Scheduling arrangements must be made through the adviser and the department chair at least one semester prior to registration. The third digit will follow the pattern described in FCS 47- (67-).
Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 2.50 cumulative grade point average (3. 00 for Dietetic students) attained two semesters before enrolling in field experience and senior standing.
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FCS 49- - Supervised Field Experience
Credit(s): 3-5
Lecture Hours: 3-5
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised work experience in off-campus placement matched to the student’s curriculum and career goals. May be repeated with variable credit up to a maximum of five hours in FCS 48- and five hours in 49- depending on available resources and student’s course load at time of registration. Scheduling arrangements must be made through the adviser and the department chair at least one semester prior to registration. The third digit will follow the pattern described in FCS 47- (67-).
Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 2.50 cumulative grade point average (3. 00 for Dietetic students) attained two semesters before enrolling in field experience and senior standing.
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FCS 100 - Family and Consumer Sciences Perspectives
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Family and consumer sciences as an academic discipline. Survey of the curriculum, its interdisciplinary nature, overview of professional opportunities and formulation of individual plans for education and career. Concepts and principles of decision making and resource management applied to family and consumer sciences. Required of all family and consumer sciences majors. Offered in fall semester only.
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FCS 200 - Food Preparation Methodology
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A study of the fundamental principles of food preparation with emphasis on developing teaching methodology.
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FCS 200L - Family & Consumer Sci Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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FCS 400 - Senior Seminar
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Assessment of personal and academic potentials for professional careers by the Family and Consumer Sciences graduate. Examination of crucial past, present, and future issues that affect individuals, families, communities and job environments using systems theory. Analysis of these issues through teambuilding activities and assignments with focus on interrelationships of issues and capacity building. This is a speaking and writing intensive course.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
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FCS 411 - Fundamentals of Cooperative Extension
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
History, philosophy and organizational structure of the Cooperative Extension Service, major areas of program emphasis, teaching methods used and relationships with other educational agencies.
Crosslisted With: AGRI 411
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FCS 460 - Orientation to Field Experience
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer
Intensive course emphasizing preparation for individualized field experience in area of career choice. Scheduled concurrently with FCS 48- and FCS 49- Supervised Field Experience (1-5, 1-5)
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and minimum of 2.50 cumulative grade point average or permission of instructor.
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Family and Consumer Sciences Education |
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FCSE 300 - Managing Family & Consumer Sciences Classrooms
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An examination of skills and techniques for effective management of family and consumer sciences classrooms. Includes techniques for management of food and textiles labs, principles of behavioral management, and interpersonal relationships in the classroom. This course will serve as a checkpoint for the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) portfolio. Field experience required.
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FCSE 330 - Introduction to Vocational Family & Consumer Sciences Education
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Program planning in Family and Consumer Sciences including Occupational Family & Consumer Sciences. Implications of TEAM and other models of teaching for curriculum and lesson planning. Leadership and supervision for Family, Career and Community Leaders of America programs and activities.Introduction to measurement and assessment.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Educator Preparation Program (EPP).
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FCSE 340 - Methods of Teaching Family & Consumer Sciences
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Learning and teaching styles, lesson planning and assessment. Examination of various instructional strategies and resources. Examination of edTPA requirements. Student, parent and teacher relationships and counseling.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Educator Preparation Program (EPP).
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FCSE 400 - Practicum in Family and Consumer Sciences Education
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised field experience in a high school family and consumer sciences classroom. Includes lesson planning, instructional delivery, and assessment. To be taken the semester prior to student teaching.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP).
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FCSE 404 - Student Teaching in Family & Consumer Sciences Placement 1
Credit(s): 5
Lecture Hours: 6
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised student teaching of Family and Consumer Sciences in a grade appropriate setting for the licensure area being pursued for minimum of 9 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Educator Preparation Program (EPP), all other required courses in the Professional Education core, and Praxis exams required for licensure.
Corequisite(s): Must be taken with TCED 401 and FCSE 405 .
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FCSE 405 - Student Teaching in Family & Consumer Sciences Placement 2
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 6
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised student teaching of Family and Consumer Sciences in a grade appropriate setting for the licensure area being pursued for a minimum of 7 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Educator Preparation Program (EPP), all other required courses in the Professional Education core, and Praxis exams required for licensure.
Corequisite(s): Must be taken with TCED 401 and FCSE 404 .
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Fashion Merchandising |
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FASH 102 - Fashion Selection and Personal Image
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Principles and elements of design applied to the personal and professional clothing needs of men and women.
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FASH 103 - Clothing Construction and Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
When Offered: Spring
Basic principles of fitting, pattern alterations and apparel construction; comparative study of factors influencing quality of ready-made garments.
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FASH 200 - Introduction to Fashion Merchandising
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Survey of the fashion industry from apparel production to marketing and distribution.
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FASH 206 - Visual Merchandising and Presentation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
The exploration of creative techniques utilized in the display of retail merchandise and their effective application to the enhancement of product saleability; to include presentation strategies for use with clients. A study of local and regional markets.
Prerequisite(s): INTD 100 or FASH 102 .
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FASH 300 - Clothing/Adornment and World Culture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Functional and sociocultural aspects of dress and adornment in world cultures. Historical, technological and economic influences.
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FASH 303 - Textiles
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Consumer-oriented study of textiles emphasizing properties of fiber and fabric in relation to the selection, use and care of apparel and household textiles.
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FASH 305 - Ready-to-Wear Quality Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
An evaluation of product quality and its relationship to performance. Quality is examined from the retailer’s, manufacturer’s, and consumer’s perspectives.
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FASH 307 - Fashion Promotion
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Fashion marketing communication techniques used to promote fashion merchandise. Evaluation of fashion retail sales promotion strategies.
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FASH 308 - Buying Functions in Merchandising
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Even
A comprehensive analysis of the buying structure, institutions and environments. Emphasis on buying practices, activities, techniques and underlying concepts fundamental to merchandising; computer applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 140 .
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FASH 309 - Fashion Merchandising Tour
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Tour of wholesale and retail establishments in national fashion centers. A maximum of three hours credit can be counted toward a major.
Prerequisite(s): Family and Consumer Sciences majors only or instructor’s permission.
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FASH 405 - Fashion History
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Apparel from ancient to modern times including a study of past and current designers, factors influencing the development of contemporary fashion.
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FASH 412 - Environmental Textiles
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selection of textiles based on design, use and care in environmental applications.
Prerequisite(s): FASH 303 recommended.
Crosslisted With: FASH 612
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FASH 415 - Fashion Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
When Offered: As Needed
Principles of fashion design using flat pattern techniques and computer aided design applications; including advanced clothing construction techniques. Graduate students will be required to complete a research project resulting in a written paper.
Prerequisite(s): FASH 103 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: FASH 615
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FASH 416 - Fashion Law and Media
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An analysis of the changing media landscape within the fashion industry and the role of various media outlets in responding to these changes. Additionally, this course will prepare students in the growing importance of legal procedures within the fashion industry in relation to intellectual property rights and analyze the role of consumer-centered media outlets in contributing to the need for legal protections in fashion.
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FRP 201 - Fellows Research Seminar
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Current topics in agriculture, geosciences, and natural resources management. Features topical subject delivery by Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources faculty with guest lecturers from industry, government agencies, and field practitioners. Students will complete an exhaustive literature review for FRP 202 in a subject area associated with their field of study.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a member of the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program (AGN-FRP) and be in good standing (as determined by the AGN-FRP Committee).
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FRP 202 - Fellows Research Seminar
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Current topics in agriculture, geosciences, and natural resources management. Features topical subject delivery by Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources faculty with guest lecturers from industry, government agencies, and field practitioners. Students will complete an exhaustive literature review for FRP 202 in a subject area associated with their field of study.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a member of the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program (AGN-FRP) and be in good standing (as determined by the AGN-FRP Committee).
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FRP 301 - Fellows Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Foundations for scientific writing and presentation. Topics include: searching the scientific literature, experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, and professional presentation of research. Students will collect relevant data and develop a portfolio demonstrating data analysis, scientific writing, and presentation skills.
Prerequisite(s): FRP 210-FRP 202 , MATH 210 , and a member in good standing in the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program (AGN-FRP) (as determined by the AGN-FRP Committee).
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FRP 401 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to the solution of problems in the field of agriculture, geosciences, and natural resources. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. May be used to satisfy the 4-6-hour research component of the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.
Prerequisite(s): FRP 210-FRP 202 , FRP 301 , and a member in good standing in the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program (AGN-FRP) (as determined by the AGN-FRP Committee).
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FRP 402 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to the solution of problems in the field of agriculture, geosciences, and natural resources. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. May be used to satisfy the 4-6-hour research component of the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.
Prerequisite(s): FRP 210-FRP 202 , FRP 301 , and a member in good standing in the Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program (AGN-FRP) (as determined by the AGN-FRP Committee).
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Finance |
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FIN 160 - Financial Planning
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introductory course designed to teach students to manage their personal finances. Topics include saving and investment for retirement, insurance, taxes, the responsible use of credit, and the societal problems by irresponsible use of credit including bankruptcy and divorce.
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FIN 301 - Managerial Finance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
The domestic and multinational corporation, its operating, legal and tax environment. Financial statement analysis, long-term investment decisions, security valuation, cost of capital, international finance, and sources of long-term financing.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 or ACCT 300; and ECON 201 or ECON 202 .
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FIN 302 - Intermediate Managerial Finance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer
An advanced course in financial management designed to cover theory and practice of the finance function in corporations. Topics covered include capital budgeting, cost of capital, capital structure, leasing, working capital management, long-term financing, and dividend policy.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 301 .
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FIN 311 - Investment Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer
An introductory course on the basics of investing in bonds and common stocks. Topics covered include the operations of stock and bond markets, fundamental and technical analysis of stocks, bond portfolio management, options and futures.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 301 .
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FIN 313 - Analysis of Financial Statements
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
An in-depth study of current financial reporting practices; analysis and interpretation of corporate financial statements. The course includes an extensive review of financial accounting concepts. Credit may not be granted for both ACCT 313 and Finance 313.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 301 .
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FIN 332 - International Finance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Financing the multinational corporation, hedging and arbitrage, foreign exchange, Eurodollar and Euro-bond markets and cost of capital are covered topics. Capital budgeting for foreign acquisitions and investments are covered. Currency value changes and the impact upon the balance sheet and corporate cash flows are covered.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 301 .
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FIN 341 - Financial Markets and Institutions
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A study of the wide range of markets and instruments used to finance projects and control risk in today’s global economy. Students are introduced to the operational, regulatory and transitory characteristics of capital markets and financial institutions. Topics in this application-oriented course include the monetary system, stock, bond, mortgage, futures and options markets, pension funds, investment firms, commercial banks, credit unions, mutual funds and insurance companies.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 or 300, and ECON 201 or ECON 202 .
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FIN 351 - Commercial Banking
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A comprehensive study of commercial banks and their role in the economy. The course emphasizes the practical application of business and economic principles as they relate to bank management and regulatory policy. Topics covered include banking history and regulation, consumer and commercial credit analysis, asset and liability management, risk management, loan policy and money management services. Trends such as consolidation, on-line banking, internationalization and project-line expansion are also addressed.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 301 .
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FIN 370 - Principles of Real Estate
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A survey course in the economic and financial aspects of investing in real estate. Urban economic growth and development, property valuation, mortgage and equity financing, mortgage market operations, portfolio analysis, taxation and investment analysis will be covered. Emphasis of the course is on home ownership and investing in small income-producing properties.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 202 .
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FIN 411 - Portfolio Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A course applying security analysis concepts to the management of the TVA Investment Challenge portfolio. Students will be responsible for portfolio management decisions and security selection in managing the TVA portfolio. This course is designed to permit students to apply their knowledge of investment analysis to the management of an equity portfolio that is part of the competitive program sponsored by the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 311 .
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FIN 471-479 - Topics in Finance [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Selected topics in finance offered on an occasional basis for qualified students.
Prerequisite(s): Admission by permission of instructor only.
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FIN 480 - Internships in Finance
Credit(s): 1-9
Lecture Hours: 1-9
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised work experience in business establishments, institutions, or other organizations matched to the student’s curriculum. May be repeated for up to a total of nine hours internship credit. A maximum of six hours may be used to fulfill degree requirements. Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval required; at least Junior standing.
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FIN 491 - Independent Study in Finance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Special research projects undertaken individually under the supervision of the faculty. Maximum credit available for independent study courses is six hours.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
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FIN 492 - Independent Study in Finance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Special research projects undertaken individually under the supervision of the faculty. Maximum credit available for independent study courses is six hours.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
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FIN 493 - Financial Policy Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A capstone case course in corporate finance which integrates financial management in the decision-making process of the firm. Special topics include working capital, financial structure of the firm, dividend policy, mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcy and reorganization.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in FIN 302 .
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Fine Arts |
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FA 300 - Computers and Media for the Arts
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Exploration of relevant computer software programs, various media platforms and digital technology applications for use in the pedagogy and studio instruction methods for the visual and performing arts. Projects will utilize the computer and digital media technology in the design and distribution of projects and curricular materials as well as for research and class presentations. Graphic Design emphasis students may not use this course as a supporting course in the Arts elective.
Prerequisite(s): B. F. A. majors only, ART 120 -ART 130 , and ART 140 -ART 150 or permission of the instructor.
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FA 301 - Gallery Practicum
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Practical application of professional art and gallery studies. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ART 110 or ARTH 210 or ART 211 or THEA 110 or THEA 111 or DANC 110 or consent of the instructor.
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FA 310 - Aesthetics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
A basic course in aesthetics, dealing with such conceptual issues as the criteria of identity for works of art, the idea of style, of expression, the notion of aesthetic attitude, the relevance of artists’ intentions to interpretation and truth in literature and the arts. Analysis of these and similar notions with reference to examples from various art forms (painting, music, literature, etc. ). Written reports and oral presentations are required.
Crosslisted With: PHIL 310
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FA 350 - Fine Arts in Early Childhood
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed
Methods and activities in music, art, drama and movement (dance) for children from birth to eight years.
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FA 410 - Art Theory and Criticism
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A study of historical and contemporary thought and process of art theory and criticism. The student will gain an appreciation of how their work will be understood or interpreted in a critical, professional setting.
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FA 467 - Travel Study (Selected Topics)
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A course designed as an educational travel experience in the fine arts, including one or more of the following: art history, dance, graphic design, theatre, studio art. Student may repeat course for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Requires instructor’s approval.
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FSCI 200 - Food Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
Basic principles of food science in developing products of standard quality. Influence of composition and treatments on properties of food. Standard methods of food preparation with emphasis on quality and safety.
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FSCI 313 - Food Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Food for families and individual consumers. Bases for selection, cost, food values, safety, legislation. Etiquette and aesthetics associated with planning and serving food.
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FSCI 332 - Nature of Food
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: As Needed
Composition of food. Chemical, physical and microbiological factors related to characteristics and response to treatments.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 310 , CHEM 319L, and MBIO 251 , or equivalent.
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FSCI 403 - Experimental Study of Food
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
When Offered: As Needed
Applications of experimental method to food materials. Evaluation of food products by objective measurements and sensory assessments.
Prerequisite(s): FSCI 332, CHEM 310 , CHEM 319L, or equivalent.
Crosslisted With: FSCI 603
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FSVC 300 - Food and Beverage Management
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Foundations of managing restaurants and associated beverage operations; planning and control procedures, human resources management, customer service, marketing strategies, and emerging technologies; relationship between food and beverage operations and overall hospitality organization.
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FSVC 301 - Sanitation
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Theory and practice of Culinary Sanitation. Course covers proper food handling techniques, food borne illness prevention, and introduction to the “Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point” (HACCP) method of kitchen operation. ServSafe certification is offered at culmination of course.
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FSMG 203 - Orientation to Food Service Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: As Needed
Identifying types of establishments, service and career opportunities. Field trips and lab experience.
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FSMG 312 - Quantity Food Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
When Offered: Fall
Principles of food materials handling and menu planning for volume feeding. Lab experience in quantity food procurement, preparation, service, personnel management and sanitation.
Prerequisite(s): enrollment in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics option or instructor’s approval.
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FSMG 410 - Food Service Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Synthesis of administrative functions in organizing and managing food service systems; emphasis on identifying resources to meet the needs of the system and on means for providing quality assurance in food and nutrition services.
Prerequisite(s): FSMG 312 , enrollment in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics option, or instructor’s approval.
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FSMG 413 - Food Systems Design
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed
Principles of design for physical facilities of food service systems based on needs of the systems. Layout and equipment specifications according to economic and technical requirements.
Prerequisite(s): FSMG 312 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: (Same as FSMG 613)
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FSMG 415 - Standards of Professional Practice
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
The dietetics profession and the development of practitioners. Laws, regulations and other factors affecting dietetics practice. Taken during semester when FCS 487 and 497 Supervised Field Experience in Dietetics are scheduled.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing and 2.50 GPA.
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FREN 111 - Elementary French
(TBR: FREN 1010)
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introductory course emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing. May be used to remove a language deficiency or for students with no prior experience in this language. After passing 111, students will take the second semester of the elementary sequence, FREN 122 .
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FREN 115 - Transitional French
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A review of listening, speaking, reading and writing for students who have had two years of French at the high school level or equivalent as determined by the department. After passing FREN 115, students will take the second semester of the elementary sequence, FREN 122 .
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FREN 122 - Elementary French
(TBR: FREN 1020)
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introductory course emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 111 or FREN 115 or the equivalent as determined by the department.
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FREN 222 - Intermediate French
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Grammar review, reading, writing and conversation.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 122 or equivalent as determined by the department.
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FREN 250 - France Today: The French People and Their Culture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An interdisciplinary study of the French people today, with emphasis on their life-styles, customs, mentality and overall culture. Discussion of current trends in French politics, education, media, religion and literature and the arts (including popular culture) especially as they illustrate important cultural values and attitudes. Consideration of France’s cultural influence on selected areas of the francophone world (e. g. , sub-Saharan Africa and Quebec). Taught in English.
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FREN 300 - Intensive Conversation in a Foreign Country
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
In-residence training in the foreign language of the area visited. The course elected must be approved in advance by the Chair of the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages. Research project required for graduate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 222 or equivalent.
Crosslisted With: FREN 500
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FREN 311 - Introduction to French Literature and the Arts
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Analysis of literary and critical texts as well as art to illustrate the most commonly identified characteristics of major schools of thought and major periods from the Middle Ages to the present.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 or FREN 342 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: FREN 511
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FREN 321 - Introduction to French Civilization and Material Culture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A descriptive and critical approach to French history, geography, religious, political, social, educational and economic institutions.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 or FREN 342 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: FREN 521
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FREN 341 - Advanced Conversation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Emphasizes conversational skills. Oral practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and conversational strategies. Study of the phonetic system of the French language and exercises to improve pronunciation. Grammar appropriate for oral French. Discussions utilizing readings and electronic media such as videos and the internet. Class presentation of research project required for graduate credit. Heritage speakers and those with near-native abilities in French are not eligible to take this course. If they intend to major in French or earn a Recognition of Proficiency, they should see the department chair for a waiver.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 222 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: FREN 541
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FREN 342 - Advanced Composition
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Emphasizes composition skills. Written practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and compositional strategies. Grammar and stylistics appropriate for written French. Practice writing expository and creative prose, translations as well as use of internet discussion lists. Class presentation of research project required for graduate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 222 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: FREN 542
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FREN 350 - Masterpieces of French and Francophone Literature (in English Translation)
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
In-depth discussion of selected literary masterpieces from France and other francophone countries. Emphasis on characters, themes and social trends which reflect the culture and traditions of the francophone world. No knowledge of French required; taught in English. Does not count towards major, minor or Recognition of Proficiency in French.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 111 -ENGL 112 .
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FREN 360 - Studies Abroad
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
In-residence study of the literature, language, or civilization of the area visited. Relevant field trips. Must be approved in advance by the Chair of the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages. Research paper required for graduate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 or FREN 342 .
Crosslisted With: FREN 560
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FREN 370 - Travel Study
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
A combination of travel and study experiences in the U. S. or abroad designed to enrich students’ knowledge of the target foreign language and culture. May be taught as an organized study tour under faculty supervision or as an independent travel and study project with prior department approval. Topics, prerequisites and course requirements announced in advance. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may repeat course with change of topic for maximum of six hours credit. Chair of the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages approval must be obtained for travel-study courses to count towards minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.
Crosslisted With: FREN 570
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FREN 381 - Survey of French Literature
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected readings to give students an acquaintance with important personalities, movements and ideas in French literature. 381: Beginning to 17th century. FREN 382 : 18th century to present. Research paper required for graduate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 or FREN 342 or departmental approval.
Crosslisted With: FREN 581
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FREN 382 - Survey of French Literature
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected readings to give students an acquaintance with important personalities, movements and ideas in French literature. FREN 381 : Beginning to 17th century. 382: 18th century to present. Research paper required for graduate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 or FREN 342 or departmental approval.
Crosslisted With: FREN 582
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FREN 401 - Foreign Language Internship
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Utilization of the target foreign language in a monitored work environment. Appropriate placements may be found locally, nationally, or abroad. Students may or may not be paid. Evaluation by both supervising instructor and on-the-job supervisor. Chair of the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages approval must be obtained for internships to count towards minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 or FREN 342 .
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