2020-21 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 26, 2024  
2020-21 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by discipline name. The discipline abbreviation appears in parentheses immediately after the discipline name. The Schedule of Courses issued each semester by the Office of Academic Records lists courses alphabetically by discipline abbreviation, not discipline name. See the following table for a list of all disciplines listed alphabetically by discipline abbreviation.

Courses are offered in rotation. The frequency of course offerings is designated by (F) for fall semester, (Sp) for spring semester, (Su) for summer semester, or (as needed). If a course is offered only in odd or even numbered years, the designation will include -odd or -even. Frequency designations are located in Courses Offered by the Department at the end of each departmental section.

Courses taken for Graduate Credit (numbered 500 or above) have additional requirements for completion with graduate credit. Graduate students will be expected to perform at a more rigorous level. Additional content will be required. Graduate students will be expected to complete additional projects.

Modern Foreign Language courses designated as Elementary or Intermediate must be taken and passed in sequence. Placement tests are given in the Department Office, upon request, to students with prior experience with French, German, or Spanish in order to place them at an appropriate level.

 

Geography

  
  • GEOG 481 - Research Practicum


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    A seminar course in which upper-division students undertake a research project under faculty supervision and guidance. The student will be responsible for the project selection, a literature review, research design, analysis and a final report. Students will be required to submit a formal written paper and to present an overview of their project through an oral presentation to a faculty committee. In addition to the research project requirements, students must also formally submit a Portfolio consisting of original copies of substantive papers, maps and other work produced through assignments completed in other upper-division geography courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor.
  
  • GEOG 491 - Special Topics in Geography


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Seminars or guided readings on a selected topic in geography. A maximum of six credit hours can be counted towards a major.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    Crosslisted With: GEOG 691
  
  • GEOG 492 - Special Topics in Geography


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Seminars or guided readings on a selected topic in geography. A maximum of six credit hours can be counted towards a major.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    Crosslisted With: GEOG 692
  
  • GEOG 672 - Climatology


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    A non-mathematical analysis of systematic and regional atmospheric behavior. First part of course deals with basic physical laws affecting the elements of weather. The second part of the course examines the distribution of climates and the impact of climates on human activity.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): Prereq: Junior standing.
    Crosslisted With: (Same as GEOG 472 , METR 470 )

Geology

  
  • GEOL 110HL - Geology Lab


  
  • GEOL 110L - Geology Lab


  
  • GEOL 120HL - Geology Lab


  
  • GEOL 120L - Geology Lab


  
  • GEOL 121L - Geology Lab


  
  • GEOL 210 - Geoscience Literacy


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Methods of archival research and scientific writing. Topics include data collection and organization, critical reasoning, professional integrity, referencing and citation methods, and the peer-review process. Written and oral presentations will be required.

  
  • GEOL 220 - Methods in Field Geology


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    An introduction to geological field methods. Topics include keeping a field notebook of observations and measurements, outcrop sketches, and specimen descriptions, using topographic and geologic maps, basic orienteering, using geologic compasses, constructing cross sections, and preparing a field report.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 120  or GEOS 130  or equivalent honors course.
  
  • GEOL 275 - Travel Studies in Geology


    Credit(s): 3-4
    Lecture Hours: 3-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Travel-study experience at an introductory level not requiring extensive prerequisites in the discipline. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
  
  • GEOL 285 - Topics in Geology


    Credit(s): 3-4
    Lecture Hours: 3-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Special topics at an introductory level not requiring extensive prerequisites in the discipline. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
  
  • GEOL 315 - Principles of Oceanography


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Survey of the physical, chemical, biological and geological processes occurring in the world’s oceans, including natural resources for legal-political problems associated with the marine environment. Course is designed for science and science education majors. (GEOL 515)

    Prerequisite(s): one year sequence in a science or permission of instructor for graduate credit.
  
  • GEOL 320 - Mineralogy


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    A study of the crystallography, classification, identification and the systematics of mineral families. Lab includes hand specimen analytical methods of identification.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 120 , and MATH 140  or equivalent honors courses.
    Corequisite(s): CHEM 121 .
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 520
  
  • GEOL 320L - Geology Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOL 330 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    A study of the genesis, classification and identification and tectonic setting of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Lab includes hand specimen and optical methods of identification.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 320 .
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 530
  
  • GEOL 330L - Geology Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOL 340L - Geology Lab


  
  • GEOL 345 - Natural Hazards


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    An advanced examination of volcanic hazards, earthquakes, flooding, mass movement, subsidence, extraterrestrial impacting and the geological implications of extreme weather events. Societal implications and remediation of these hazards is emphasized. Project required.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 , GEOS 120 , GEOS 130 , or GEOS 140  or equivalent honors courses.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 545
  
  • GEOL 350 - Principles of Paleontology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    Field and lab techniques used to obtain information from fossil-bearing rocks and sediment. Major topics of emphasis include: paleoecology, functional morphology, evolutionary theory, extinction processes and paleobiogeography. Lab exercises will stress the use of common fossil taxa as paleontological tools to address issues in earth history.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 130  or GEOS 130H  or at least eight credit hours of Biology coursework.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 550
  
  • GEOL 350L - Geology Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOL 355 - Principles of Geomorphology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    A study of the process mechanics operating within the earth’s surficial systems and the resultant landforms derived from these processes; information obtained is used to analyze how landform history manifests past climatic or tectonic phenomena.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110  or GEOS 110H .
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 555, GEOG 355 /555
  
  • GEOL 360 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Even

    The study of sedimentary rocks emphasizing their origin, characteristics, and interpretation, as well as the principles and techniques for establishing the temporal order and spatial distribution of sedimentary layers.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 120  or GEOS 130  or equivalent honors courses.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 560
  
  • GEOL 360L - Geology Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOL 365 - Tennessee’s Geologic and Cultural Landscapes


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Lectures and field excursions emphasizing the interactions of geology and culture in Tennessee. Geologic topics include: physiographic regions and geologic history, landforms, structural and tectonic history, natural and economic resources and environmental issues across the state. Cultural topics include: settlement history, economic development, political patterns and distribution of populations. Attention is given to current state issues.

    Prerequisite(s): Any two of the following courses: GEOS 110 , GEOS 120 , GEOS 130 , and GEOS 140  or equivalent honors courses or permission of instructor.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 565, GEOG 365 /565
  
  • GEOL 385 - Plate Tectonics


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    An examination of the processes that control plate tectonics and the geologic features that form from plate interactions, both modern and ancient time. Topics include the earth’s interior, tectonic plate motion, features associated with plate boundaries including the mountain belts, rifts, fault zones, volcanic activity, and seismic hazards.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 130  or GEOS 130H . GEOL 400  recommended.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 585
  
  • GEOL 395 - Economic Geology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    An investigation into the origin and distribution of metallic and industrial materials in Earth’s crust. Topics include formation, exploration, exploitation, and remediation of ore deposits. Where possible, deposits are discussed in the context of local, regional, and global economic and political impacts.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 320 .
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 595
  
  • GEOL 400 - Structural Geology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Even

    Description and interpretation of deformation processes and common geologic structures such as folds, faults, joints and cleavage. Lab topics include: map interpretation, depth and thickness problems, construction of structure sections, structure contour maps, stereonets.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 130  or GEOS 130H  
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 600.
  
  • GEOL 400L - Geology Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOL 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 investigation of problems in the field of geology. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.

  
  • GEOL 402 - 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 investigation of problems in the field of geology. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.

  
  • GEOL 415 - Marine Geology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Summer

    A study of the geology of ocean basins with special emphasis on the continental shelf, sediments and sedimentary processes of the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean regions. Expectations for graduate credit include higher performance expectations, additional field work experience, and additional material coverage beyond the undergraduate expectation. This course is generally offered during summer term using facilities at a Gulf coastal research laboratory. Field trips will be taken to study beach processes and sediments in Mobile Bay, Mississippi Sound and offshore Gulf of Mexico.

    Prerequisite(s): Eight credit hours of Biological or Physical Systems laboratory science coursework; for graduate credit, a student must already possess an undergraduate degree in geology or an allied marine science discipline.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 615
  
  • GEOL 445 - Geohydrology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    A study of the water cycle, especially those parts dealing with streams, ground water and water quality.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 140  and GEOS 120  or GEOS 140  or equivalent honors courses.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 645
  
  • GEOL 445L - Geology Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOL 465 - Geology Internship


    Credit(s): 3-4
    Lecture Hours: 3-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Opportunities for students to gain work experience in industry, government, or the private sector. The academic component, supervised by a UTM instructor, includes readings, discussion with the instructor, and evaluation of job performance by both the UTM instructor and job site supervisor. The internship may or may not include monetary compensation. No more than six credit hours may be counted within the concentration. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of supervising instructor.
  
  • GEOL 475 - Travel Studies in Geology: (Title)


    Credit(s): 3-4
    Lecture Hours: 3-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Students study the geology and geologic history of a given locale through extended travel to the designated region of study. Travel sites vary each year and may be either domestic or foreign. Pre-and post-course meetings with lectures, discussion groups and independent topic research are used in conjunction with field study activities. Students are responsible for their own travel expenses, fees, personal health and life insurance and any other expenses when the semester topic requires it. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. No more than four hours credit may be counted toward requirements for major or minor.

    Crosslisted With: GEOL 675
  
  • GEOL 485 - Special Topics in Geology: (Title)


    Credit(s): 3-4
    Lecture Hours: 3-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Intensive lectures and/or lab work on special topics in geology. Topics include, but are not limited to: Geology of State and National Parks, Geophysics, Clastic Petrology, Carbonate Petrology, Geochemistry, Paleocology, Biostratigraphy and Paleobiogeography, Economic Geology, Forensic Geology, Geoscience Education, Comparative Planetology, History of Geology, Geoarchaeology.  This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. No more than four hours credit may be counted toward requirements for major or minor.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 685
  
  • GEOL 495 - Senior Research Project


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Seniors, by invitation of the geology faculty, propose and pursue research under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will submit a paper for review by a faculty committee of two or more members of the geology faculty and perhaps faculty members from other disciplines involved in the research.

  
  • GEOL 499 - Senior Seminar


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Senior capstone course which covers topical and current developments in the geosciences. This seminar also provides an opportunity for students to finalize their professional portfolios and plan their career paths. Prerequisite(s): Geology major and senior standing.


Geoscience

  
  • GEOS 110 - Geoscience in Everyday Life


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    A survey of the geosciences as they apply to societal issues. Topics include earthquakes, volcanoes, natural resources, water availability issues, severe weather, flooding, mass wasting, pollution, pandemics, and other natural phenomena. Scientific data and tools by which the Earth is studied will also be introduced.

  
  • GEOS 110H - Honors Geoscience in Everyday Life


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    See GEOS 110  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 110 .)

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 110  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 110HL - Honors Geosci Evryday Life lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 110L - Geoscience Everyday Life Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 120 - Earth Materials and Processes


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An examination of the composition and structure of the Earth, its internal and surface processes, and applications to the environment and society. Topics include geologic time, minerals and atomic structure, the rock cycle, plate tectonics, Earth’s internal structure, deformation processes, and geomorphology.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 , or two semesters of university-level lab science coursework.
  
  • GEOS 120H - Honors Earth Materials and Processes


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    See GEOS 120  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 120 . )

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 120  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 120HL - Honors Earth Mater&Proces Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 120L - Earth Materials&Processes Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 130 - Global Change and Earth History


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    The evolving Earth is investigated

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 , or two semesters of university-level lab science coursework.
  
  • GEOS 130H - Honors Global Change and Earth History


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    See GEOS 130  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 130 . )

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 130  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 130HL - Hnrs Globl Chng&Earth Hist Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 130L - Global Change&Earth Histor Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 140 - Weather and Climate


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An introduction to the elements and processes that occur in the Earth’s atmosphere and their impacts on society. Topics include atmospheric structure and composition, moisture, energy, precipitation, wind, processes producing weather phenomena, and principles of climatology.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 .
  
  • GEOS 140H - Weather and Climate


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    See GEOS 140  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 140 . )

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 140  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 140HL - Honors Weather&Climate Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
  
  • GEOS 140L - Weather and Climate Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

German

  
  • GERM 111 - Elementary German


    (TBR: GERM 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 the language.

  
  • GERM 122 - Elementary German


    (TBR: GERM 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): GERM 111  or equivalent as determined by the department.
  
  • GERM 222 - Intermediate German


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Grammar review, reading, writing and conversation.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 122  or equivalent as determined by the department.
  
  • GERM 250 - Germany Today: The German People and Their Culture


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    An interdisciplinary study of contemporary Germany, with an overview of Austria and Switzerland. Emphasis on the life-styles, customs, mentality and culture of the German people. Discussion of current trends in German society, politics, economy and the arts. Consideration of the cultural, social and political differences between Germany, Austria and Switzerland and of the leadership role that falls to Germany as the leading country in the European Union. Taught in English.

  
  • GERM 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): GERM 222  or equivalent.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 500
  
  • GERM 321 - Introduction to German Culture


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    An overview of German civilization and culture of the past 1200 years in order to enhance the understanding of Germany today and its role in present-day Europe.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
  
  • GERM 330 - Twentieth-Century German Drama


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Introduction to German Drama, with emphasis on the Expressionists, Brecht, new trends after World War II, the Swiss and the radio play. Taught in English. No foreign language credit. Offered in alternate years.

    Prerequisite(s): Six semester hours of Western world literature or instructor’s approval.
  
  • GERM 341 - Advanced Conversation


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Even

    Emphasizes conversational skills. Oral practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and conversational strategies. Study of the phonetic system of the German language and exercises to improve pronunciation. Grammar appropriate for oral German. 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 German are not eligible to take this course. If they intend to major in German or earn a Recognition of Proficiency, they should see the department chair for a waiver.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 222  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 541
  
  • GERM 342 - Advanced Composition


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Emphasizes composition skills. Written practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and compositional strategies. Grammar and stylistics appropriate for written German. 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): GERM 222  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 542
  
  • GERM 350 - Masterpieces of German and Austrian 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 Germany and Austria. Emphasis on characters, themes and social trends which reflect the culture and traditions of both countries. No knowledge of German required; taught in English. Does not count towards major, minor or Recognition of Proficiency in German.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 111 -ENGL 112 .
  
  • GERM 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 Modern Foreign Languages. Research paper required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342 .
    Crosslisted With: GERM 560
  
  • GERM 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 Modern Foreign Languages approval must be obtained for travel-study courses to count towards minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 570
  
  • GERM 381 - Survey of German Literature


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    381: Beginning to Enlightenment. 382: 18th-20th Centuries.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 581
  
  • GERM 382 - Survey of German Literature


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    18th-20th Centuries.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: (Same as GERM 582)
  
  • GERM 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): GERM 341  or GERM 342 .
  
  • GERM 451 - The Language of Business and the Professions


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Study of the basic terminology and documents of business and various professions as practiced within the Germanic world. In addition to business, professions such as communications, travel and tourism, agriculture and criminology will be covered. Composition of business letters and resumés, translation and presentation of oral reports. Research paper required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: (Same as GERM 651)
  
  • GERM 491 - German Cinema


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    A survey of 20th century German film from inception to contemporary manifestation. Discussion of the major German directors and their impact on the medium of film. Special emphasis placed on the silent films of the prewar years, the Weimar period and the New German Cinema. Film’s reflection of social, political and cultural issues in Germany highlighted throughout. Research paper required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 691
  
  • GERM 495 - Topics in German Language, Literature, or Civilization


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)

    Study of selected aspects of German language, literature, or civilization. Taught in German. Topics and prerequisites announced in course schedule. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may repeat course with change of topic. Only six hours of topics courses may count towards a minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 695
  
  • GERM 496 - Topics in German Language, Literature, or Civilization


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)

    Study of selected aspects of German language, literature, or civilization. Taught in German. Topics and prerequisites announced in course schedule. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may repeat course with change of topic. Only six hours of topics courses may count towards a minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 696
  
  • GERM 498 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Directed reading or research under supervision of a staff member. Available only to Juniors and Seniors having completed at least six hours of upper-division coursework in German. Project must be approved by faculty in the discipline concerned and the department chair. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may take no more than six hours of independent study.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 698
  
  • GERM 499 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Directed reading or research under supervision of a staff member. Available only to Juniors and Seniors having completed at least six hours of upper-division coursework in German. Project must be approved by faculty in the discipline concerned and the department chair. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may take no more than six hours of independent study.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 699

Gerontology

  
  • GERO 200 - Introduction to Gerontology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Introduction to the multidisciplinary study of aging and older adulthood. Survey of contemporary theories of aging, normal aging processes, challenges associated with aging, and needs of older adults in the U. S. Topics include caring for older adults, cultural influences, and older adults’ roles in families and societies.

  
  • GERO 311 - Developmentally Appropriate Activities for Older Adults


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Planning, implementing, and evaluating activities for older adults. Emphasis on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and creative activities.

  
  • GERO 312 - Caregiving in Late Life


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    This course examines the experience of caring for older adults in non-institutional settings. Topics include planning and implementing care at home; special care needs of older adults; resources for caregivers and care recipients; and well-being of the caregiver.

  
  • GERO 314 - Death, Dying, and Bereavement


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Analysis of individual, family and societal values, beliefs, and practices as they relate to death, dying, and bereavement in the United States. Overview of cultural variations including a global perspective.


Graphic Design

  
  • GDES 210 - Graphic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Computer-based design, tools and practices through actual use in the design lab. Introduction to vector and raster graphics. A brief history of graphic design placing issues of the new media in context with the aesthetics of visual art.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 120  and ART 140 , or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 220 - Graphic Design II


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Course will continue to explore fundamental graphic design concepts and strategies. Introductions to web, interactive, and video, discussion of contemporary trends in digital media and technical standards in the field.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 302 - 3D Modeling and Computer Graphics


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring Odd

     3D Modeling and Computer Graphics is a hands-on studio course exploring the development of 3D computer graphics for virtual environments and display systems. Students will use computer modeling to explore the principles of 3-dimensional design and emerge with the ability to create well designed 3D models, and also become familiar with the foundations of polygonal modeling, texture mapping, lighting and rendering for video games and other digital media.
     

  
  • GDES 340 - Video Game Foundations


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Fall Odd

    This course will introduce students to the concepts, elements, and tools used in the development of modern 2-D and 3-D real-time interactive computer video games. Students will examine the history and philosophy of games, the game production process, and game development careers. Topics covered in this course include graphics, gameplay interfaces, storytelling, contextual design, level design, game mechanics, and software engineering.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 302  
  
  • GDES 345 - Digital Photography


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Advanced studio work specifically utilizing the digital camera and a variety of software applications to create digital imagery for multiple uses and platforms. Concentration on development of a personal aesthetic.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210 .
  
  • GDES 350 - Typography and Page Layout


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    An advanced studio course specifically investigating the use and function of type in historical and contemporary print production. The development of advanced page layout skills for commercial and informational design will also be integrated into this study of typography.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 220 .
  
  • GDES 360 - Digital Illustration


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    Advanced studio course in the study and practice of digital illustration. Emphasis will be placed on the creative use of digital technologies and microcomputer applications in the creation of illustrative imagery.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210 .
  
  • GDES 391 - Special Topics in Graphic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Selected software applications, media, and/or genres for intensive study. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210  or GDES 220  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 425 - Interactive Multimedia


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    An introduction to sequential interactive information delivery systems. Exploration, composition and delivery of complex multimedia content in user-driven formats such as the World Wide Web or other interactive media authoring solutions. Incorporation of digital and traditional media including sound, imagery and digital video into finished presentations which reflect visual literacy and sensitivity to digital aesthetics.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 220  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 435 - Advertising Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    An advanced studio course in print- and media-based advertising design. Advertising strategy and production using industry standard computer software applications. Strong emphasis placed upon conceptual development, current graphic design aesthetics and the social context of the designer in advertising.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 440 - Professional Practices in Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Upper-division seminar for the examination and discussion of topics and issues related to the professional work environment in the design field and preparation of graphic design students for material and professional expectations in their discipline. A variety of topics such as portfolio presentation, career strategies and professional development through graduate studies will be covered through lectures, guest speakers and professional site visitations.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 350  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 450 - Internship in Graphic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Application of graphic design skills and practices in a supervised assignment with an appropriate commercial or professional organization.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 452 - Video Game Design and Development


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring Even

    This is a project-oriented course on Game Design and Game Programming. Students from a variety of disciplines work together in small teams on game projects. Students will design, implement and test games with interactivity, animation, sound, constraints, and networking capabilities. They will develop a range of entertainment ideas on various digital platforms, playtest their game ideas, and product finished pieces. 

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 302  and GDES 340  

Greek

  
  • GREK 110 - Elementary Greek


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    An introduction to the Greek language; translation, writing, readings in selected classical and koine sources, philosophical and religious. Some attention to the Greek background of medical/scientific and legal terminology. Does not meet foreign language degree requirement for B. A. , B. S. , B. S. C. J. , or B. S. S. W. degrees. Pass/Fail
    May be taken on Pass-Fail basis.

  
  • GREK 120 - Elementary Greek


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    An introduction to the Greek language; translation, writing, readings in selected classical and koine sources, philosophical and religious. Some attention to the Greek background of medical/scientific and legal terminology. Does not meet foreign language degree requirement for B. A. , B. S. , B. S. C. J. , or B. S. S. W. degrees. Pass/Fail
    May be taken on Pass-Fail basis.


Health

  
  • HLTH 111 - Principles and Concepts in Personal Health


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Development of the understandings, attitudes and practices which contribute to better individual health.

  
  • HLTH 111H - Honors Principles and Concepts in Personal Health


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    See HLTH 111  for course description and general limitations. Limited class size, extensive discussion, and writing assignments are featured. Open to students who have demonstrated superior academic ability.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • HLTH 220 - Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Procedures for emergency care and accident prevention. American Red Cross certification in Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED are available.

  
  • HLTH 221 - CPR and AED Recertification


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    This course is ideal for participants prior to internship/student teaching who seek to recertify their current American Red Cross certification CPR and AED. Must have current American Red Cross certification at the time of enrollment.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 220 .
 

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