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ENGL 4500 - Technical Writing Theory and Research Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 1100 or permission of instructor
Description: A study of theoretical issues in technical, professional, and scientific writing, including ethics, rhetoric, usability, design, cognition, and international communication.
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ENGL 4600 - Topics in Literature and Language Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030 , junior status, permission of instructor and onsite supervisor
Description: Study of selected topic in literature, linguistics or writing as determined by the instructor. May be taken twice for credit for a maximum of six hours.
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ENGL 4610 - Professional Writing Internship Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 1100 , junior or senior status, permission of instructor and onsite supervisor
Description: Practical experience in technical or professional writing. Students must produce documents meeting the requirements of the instructor and the onsite supervisor. May be taken twice for credit for a maximum of six hours.
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ENGL 4650 - Independent Study in Language or Literature Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
Description: Under special circumstances a student may be assigned an academic project not otherwise available. The assignment must be approved by the departmental chair.
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ENGL 4900 - Playwriting Credit Hours: 3
Cross Listed THEA 4900
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
Description: Composing and revising scenes, and one or two one-act plays for stage performance.
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ENGL 4950 - Advanced Playwriting Credit Hours: 3
Cross Listed THEA 4950
Prerequisite: ENGL 4900 or THEA 4900
Description: Revising plays and one-act scripts for stage performance.
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FIN 490A,B,C - Special Problems in Finance Credit Hours: 1,2,3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010 and permission of Chair
Description: Supervised independent study of finance topics (outside of classroom) which are academically relevant and of interest to both student and faculty.
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FIN 1000 - Personal Finance Credit Hours: 3
Description: An examination of consumer financing including budgeting, planning, taxes, credit, housing, insurance, investing, and retirement plans.
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FIN 3010 - Principles of Finance Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1
Description: A survey of business financial practices related to financial analysis, planning and control, managing working capital, capital investment, sources and costs of financing. Computer models and software are used in instruction.
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FIN 3310 - Investments Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1
Description: A survey of the field of investments including investment setting, security markets, investment alternatives, valuation principles, strategy, and factors affecting security price movements. Available computer software is used.
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FIN 3410 - Principal Casualty and Life Insurance Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: A survey of insurance principles and practices through a study of underwriting, life insurance, disability insurance, casualty insurance, and legal liability.
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FIN 3510 - International Finance Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: Theories of international trade will be introduced, as well as international business finance and its environment. Additional topics to be examined include: comparison of financial statements between countries, risk and the foreign investment decision, exchange rate risk, and institutions and instruments of international finance.
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FIN 3610 - Principles of Real Estate Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: Covers fundamental principles of real estate involved in the ownership and transfer of real property. Other topics include the operation of a real estate business, techniques of real property transactions, problems of buying and leasing real property transactions, and problems of buying and leasing property for residence or investment purposes.
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FIN 3620 - Real Estate Finance Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: Emphasizes financial aspects of real estate transactions.
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FIN 3900 - Finance Internship Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , GPA of 3.0, and Internship Coordinator
Description: Designed to provide academic credit for relevant and meaningful experience in preparation for finance positions. Weekly updates, term paper, and satisfactory evaluation by employer/supervisor required for credit. Grading on a pass/fail basis.
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FIN 4010 - Managerial Finance Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: Financial management of the firm through in-depth study of financial planning, capital budgeting, working capital management, sources of financing, mergers, capital structure, and cost of capital. Available computer simulations and software are used with cases as instructional aides.
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FIN 4210 - Financial Markets and Institutions Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: A study of financial markets and financial institutions. Emphasis will be placed on the interaction of financial markets and financial institutions, and their interaction with the corporate sector.
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FIN 4310 - Security Analysis and Portfolio Theory Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FIN 3310 , BB 1
Description: A continuation of 3310 through in-depth study of security valuation; risk diversification; portfolio construction; and performance evaluation. Available computer software is used.
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FIN 4400 - Financial Policy Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: An analysis of selected financial problems and financial management decision-making using the case approach. The course emphasizes both internal and environmental analysis in developing appropriate financial strategies for the firm.
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FIN 4410 - Selecting Equity Investments Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 , FIN 3010
Description: Equity investments decisions made by student teams for the TVA Investment Challenge or similar projects. Written and oral presentations are required.
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FREN 1010 - Elementary French Credit Hours: 4
Description: Introduction to French language and culture with emphasis on oral communication. Extensive practice in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
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FREN 1020 - Elementary French Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: FREN 1010
Description: Introduction to French language and culture with emphasis on oral communication. Extensive practice in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
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FREN 2010 - Intermediate French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 1020
Description: A comprehensive review of French along with extensive reading, close textual examination, and discussion of representative works of French literature.
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FREN 2020 - Intermediate French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2010
Description: A comprehensive review of French along with extensive reading, close textual examination, and discussion of representative works of French literature.
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FREN 3040 - Study Abroad Credit Hours: 6-8
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of French or permission of instructor
Description: A study program in Quebec designed to provide students with a total French-speaking environment which will allow a broadening of knowledge and appreciation of the French language and culture of Quebec. May be repeated for credit.
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FREN 3043 - Study Abroad in Quebec Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of French or permission of instructor
Description: A short-term study program in Quebec designed to provide students with a total French-speaking environment which will allow broadening of knowledge and appreciation of the French language and the culture of Quebec.
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FREN 3044 - Study Abroad in Quebec Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 1010 , 1020
Description: A short-term study abroad program in Quebec designed to provide students with a total French-speaking environment which will allow broadening of knowledge and appreciation of the French language and the culture of Quebec.
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FREN 3049 - Short-term Intensive French Immersion Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 1020 or equivalent
Description: A short-term intensive French Immersion study abroad experience designed to provide French students with a total French-speaking environment which will allow broadening of knowledge and appreciation of French language and francophone culture. May be repeated for credit.
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FREN 3050 - Semester Study in France Credit Hours: 6-15
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of French or permission of instructor
Description: A semester-long program of study in France designed to provide advanced French students with a total French-speaking environment which will allow broadening of knowledge and appreciation of French language and culture. May be repeated for credit.
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FREN 3210 - Advanced Composition in French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: Free composition on assigned topics and translations to and from French from a variety of authors and topics to develop fluency and correctness in writing French.
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FREN 3220 - Phonetics and Conversation in French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020 or permission of instructor
Description: A minimum of theory with extensive application in corrective phonetics to assure a high level of accuracy in French pronunciation. Concentrated practice in oral command of French. This course affords the student opportunities to discuss in French assigned topics in order to develop confidence and accuracy in oral expression.
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FREN 3310 - Geography and History of France Credit Hours: 3
Description: Climate and physical aspects of France with an orientation to the civilization of the country and French history with an orientation to French philosophy, institutions, and social problems.
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FREN 3320 - French Civilization Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020 or permission of instructor
Description: The creative forces of the genius of French civilization are studied through discussion, lectures, and research projects.
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FREN 3330 - Quebec Literature and Culture Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020 or permission of instructor
Description: This course will examine the culture, literature, and language of the Canadian province of Quebec. This course complements FREN 3040.
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FREN 3410 - Business French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2010
Description: Vocabulary and concepts in French and Québéco’s finance, accounting, and marketing.
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FREN 3420 - French Cinema Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: History of French cinema and study of representative film.
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FREN 3430 - Approaches to French Literature Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: Practice reading, discussing, and writing about French literary texts.
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FREN 4110 - Independent Study in French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: Students study independently in French under instructor’s guidance. Studies are planned to satisfy special individual needs and interests.
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FREN 4120 - Independent Study In French Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: Students study independently in French under instructor’s guidance. Studies are planned to satisfy special individual needs and interests.
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FREN 4410 - French Poetry Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: Study of the most important movements, authors, and poems in French literature.
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FREN 4420 - French Theatre Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: Study of the most important movements, authors, and plays in French literature.
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FREN 4430 - French Fiction Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: Study of the most important movements, authors, novels and short stories in French literature.
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FREN 4530 - French Literature Spec Topics Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FREN 2020
Description: Selected texts from a genre, period or theme in French literature. May be repeated for credit.
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GB 1110 - Introduction to Business Credit Hours: 3
Description: Business environment, economics and legal foundations of business, human resources, marketing operations, and financial functions of domestic and global business.
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GB 3001 - Technology for Business Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: BB 1
Description: Introduces the business student to the technology required for success in business. Focus will be on the application of spreadsheets, databases, and other technologies used in business.
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GB 3002 - Ethics and Diversity in Business Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: BB 1
Description: This course will emphasize the individual as decision-maker and focus upon ethical issues and dilemmas facing managers in business organizations. The specific objectives of the course are to raise students’ general awareness of ethical dilemmas at work, to place ethical issues within a management context subject to analysis and decision-making action, and to enhance and improve the ability of students to reason toward a satisfactory resolution of an ethical dilemma.
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GB 3110 - Global Business Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1
Description: Introduces the history of international business, economic theories of trade, an analysis of the international general environment, the global monetary system, and international organizations.
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GB 3900 - Internship Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BB 1 and permission College of Business Internship Coordinator
Description: Designed to provide academic credit for relevant and meaningful managerial and professional employment experience in preparation for managerial positions. Term paper and satisfactory evaluation by employer are required for credit. Pass/Fail.
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GB 4001 - Professional Development Seminar Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: BB 1
Description: Professional development issues of the business student are addressed including written and oral communication skills, resume writing, networking, and interviewing skills.
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GEOG 425 A, B, C/4251 - Applied Geographic Information Systems (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 each
Prerequisite: GEOG 3150/3151 ; Corequisite: GEOG 4251
Description: The application of GIS technology to specific areas of specialization within the geosciences. May be repeated for credit.
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GEOG 450A - Special Problems in Physical Geography Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; only one course can be taken for completion of the geography minor.
Description: To promote personal growth as an independent investigator, each well qualified senior or junior may complete an independent laboratory (in-house or field) oriented original research project with faculty supervision.
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GEOG 450B - Special Problems in Economic Geography Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; only one course can be taken for completion of the geography minor.
Description: To promote personal growth as an independent investigator, each well qualified senior or junior may complete an independent laboratory (in-house or field) oriented original research project with faculty supervision.
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GEOG 450C - Special Problems in Regional Geography Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; only one course can be taken for completion of the geography minor.
Description: To promote personal growth as an independent investigator, each well qualified senior or junior may complete an independent laboratory (in-house or field) oriented original research project with faculty supervision.
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GEOG 450D - Special Problems in Urban Geography Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; only one course can be taken for completion of the geography minor.
Description: To promote personal growth as an independent investigator, each well qualified senior or junior may complete an independent laboratory (in-house or field) oriented original research project with faculty supervision.
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GEOG 1010 - Physical Geography Credit Hours: 3
Description: Introduction to map reading as well as development of skills and techniques used in the study of geography. This course concentrates on interrelationships among elements of the natural environment: landform, climate, soil, vegetation, weather, and water.
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GEOG 1020 - Geography of Europe, the Americas, and Australia Credit Hours: 3
Description: Regions and countries generally included within Europe, the Americas and the Austral Realm will be analyzed with respect to their world location, population characteristics, cultural characteristics, economies, political connections/relationships, and problems/potentialities.
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GEOG 1030 - Geography of Africa, Asia, and Oceania Credit Hours: 3
Description: Regions and countries generally included within Africa, Asia and the Pacific Realm will be analyzed with respect to their world location, population characteristics, cultural characteristics, economies, political connections/relationships, , and problems/potentialities.
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GEOG 3040 - Sustainable Development Credit Hours: 3
Cross Listed AGRI 3040
Prerequisite: GEOG 1010 . MATH 1110 or higher
Description: The impact of a rapidly growing human population on availability of natural resources and pollution of the environment. Minerals and energy resources, soil, water, air, forests, and wildlife habitats will be considered. Reducing consumption and using alternative sources will be considered as options to increasing resources production.
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GEOG 3060/3061 - Statistics in the Geosciences (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Cross Listed GEOL 3060/3061
Prerequisite: (GEOG 1010 or GEOL 1040/1041 ) and MATH 1530 or higher; or permission of instructor Corequisite: GEOG 3061
Description: Techniques of geologic and atmospheric data collection and analysis with special emphasis on those parametric and nonparametric statistics utilized in the applied Geosciences. Emphasis placed on computer applications.
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GEOG 3110 - Geography of the United States and Canada Credit Hours: 3
Description: A spatial analysis of the physical and cultural characteristics of the United States and Canada within a regional context.
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GEOG 3120 - Geography of Asia Credit Hours: 3
Description: Description: Regional and national conditions, events, problems and trends in South, East, and Southeast Asia using a cross disciplinary approach. Interaction between the physical and cultural landscapes as a basis for social, economic, political and environmental problems will be emphasized.
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GEOG 3130 - Geography of the Middle East Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: GEOG 1010 or 1020 or 1030 or permission of instructor
Description: The course will focus on the physical and cultural geography of the Southwest Asia. The objectives are to analyze natural and human components and evaluate the significance of resources such as petroleum and water. The course will also cover historical and religious aspects that play a significant role in demographic, economic, and political development.
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GEOG 3150/3151 - Geographic Information Systems I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of HS algebra and geometry, CSCI 1005 or 1010 or permission of instructor Corequisite: GEOG 3151
Description: Introduction to the fundamentals of mapping and geographic information systems including the nature of spatial data, coordinate systems, data collection, vector data, models, data analysis, mapping, and map interpretation.
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GEOG 3250/3251 - Geographic Information Systems II (and lab) Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: GEOG 3150/3151 Corequisite: GEOG 3251
Description: Intermediate geographic information systems, topics including: relational database management systems, database design, vector and raster data models, address geocoding, spatial analysis operations, surface modeling, volume estimation, view shed analysis and data uncertainty.
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GEOG 3750 - Geography of the African World Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 , GEOG 1030
Description: A thematic approach to the multi-faceted aspects of the physical and human geography of Africa, contemporary geographic ideas, theories, and concepts and their applicability to African “real-world” situations.
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GEOG 3920 - Field Mapping and Global Positioning System Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: MATH 1730
Description: Principles and practice of the global positioning system and their interface with geographic information systems.
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GEOG 3930 - Natural Hazards in Environment Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: GEOG 1010 , GEOL 1040/1041
Description: Natural hazards are examined, including: thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, drought, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, landslides, collapse, subsidence, floods, and wildfire. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between people and the physical process. An analysis is made of the human perception of disasters as well as preparedness and recovery planning.
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GEOG 3940 - Technological Hazards in the Environment Credit Hours: 3
Description: Environmental hazards introduced into the environment as a byproduct of technology are examined including: air, pollution, water, terrestrial pollution, nuclear and industrial accidents. Emphasis is placed on the role of technology in altering natural processes and how society copes with increasing risks
posed to life, limb, and property. Lecture will examine technological hazards as existing and evolving threats and global social, economic and environmental security.
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GEOG 3960 - Urban Environment Credit Hours: 3
Description: An examination is made of urban environments. Consideration is given to urban environmental problems.
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GEOG 3970 - Rural Development Credit Hours: 3
Description: Description: Practices and problems in agricultural and economic advancement are reviewed using development thought and theories. Explanations of inequalities among different agricultural societies are emphasized in the context of contemporary themes like globalization.
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GEOG 3980 - Economic Geography Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: recommended: GEOG 1020 , 1030
Description: A systematic examination of the structure of dynamic global economic activities, provided through an analysis of their defining spatial patterns, pressures and interactions. Economic theory is not emphasized, except as necessary for the investigation of geographic patterns of resource utilization and the dynamic interactions of human, economic and physical environments.
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GEOG 4000 - Environmental Management Credit Hours: 3
Description: An analysis of environmental regulations and management strategies employed by federal agencies, state, and local governments, and corporations.
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GEOG 4010 - Environmental Assessment Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: GEOG 4000 , ENGL 1100
Description: An analysis of the environmental impact statement (EIS) process. Emphasis is placed on preparation, review, and requirements of an EIS as a tool for environmental assessment.
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GEOG 4160/4161 - Water Quality Modeling and GIS (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHEM 1110/1111 ; Corequisite: GEOG 4161
Description: Classification, calibration, and validation of water quality models. Quantification of runoff and soil erosion, biogeochemical cycles of macronutrients, pollution from pesticides and fertilizers, and best management practices for improving water quality. Spreadsheet analysis and GIS-based models will be employed in the laboratory.
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GEOG 4170/4171 - Meteorology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: GEOG 1010 Corequisite: GEOG 4171
Description: An analysis of the components and processes of weather, emphasizing atmospheric energy exchange, local and global circulation patterns, and human modification of weather elements. Weather as a natural hazard is explored. Lab assignments emphasize weather observation, prediction, and presentation.
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GEOG 4180/4181 - Climatology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: GEOG 1010/1011 Corequisite: GEOG 4181
Description: Elements and processes defining and characterizing global climate patterns and classifications. Climates are examined for their spatial and temporal interaction with, and impact on, physical, biological and human activity environments. Impact of environmental and atmospheric phenomena, including global warming and ozone depletion on climate and climate change are examined.
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GEOG 4250 - Applied Geographic Information Systems Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: GEOG 3150/3151 with a “C” or better. May not be taken concurrently.
Description: The application of GIS to specific areas of specialization within the geosciences. May be repeated for credit.
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GEOG 4260/4261 - Remote Sensing (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Cross Listed GEOL 4260/4261 ;
Prerequisite: MATH 1730 , (CHEM 1110/1111 or PHYS 2010/2011 ); Corequisite: GEOG 4261
Description: Data capture, image characteristics, and interpretation of aerial photography and satellite imagery, to include multispectral, thermal, and radar images. Digital image processing using a raster geographic information system.
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GEOG 4270/4271 - Surface Water Hydrology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHEM 1110/1111 or PHYS 2010/2011 or PHYS 2110/2111 ; Corequisite: GEOG 4271
Description: Quantitative analysis of processes in the hydrologic cycle including precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, runoff, erosion, and open channel flow. Environmental decision-making in light of model output.
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GEOG 4650 - Field Study Biogeography and Biodiversity Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: GEOG 1010 or BIOL 1040/1041 or BIOL 1110/1111 and permission of instructor;
Description: This field course will examine the biogeography, biodiversity and changing landscape of various regions. Focus will be given to the ecosystems as well as unique geographic regions.
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GEOL 290A - Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a technician-level employee of a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 290B - Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a technician-level employee of a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 290C - Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a technician-level employee of a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 290D - Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 6
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a technician-level employee of a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 390A - Advanced Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: GEOL 290A
Description: A second year of University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a junior professional in a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 390B - Advanced Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: GEOL 290B
Description: A second year of University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a junior professional in a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 390C - Advanced Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite: GEOL 290C
Description: A second year of University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a junior professional in a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 390D - Advanced Internship in Geology Credit Hours: 6
Prerequisite: GEOL 290D
Description: A second year of University arranged and jointly supervised full-time salaried work experience as a junior professional in a geologically oriented government agency or company.
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GEOL 450 A, B, C - Laboratory Research Project Credit Hours: 3 each
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: To promote personal growth as an independent investigator, each well-qualified junior or senior may complete an independent laboratory (in-house or field) oriented original research project with faculty supervision.
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GEOL 455 A, B, C - Seminar in Earth Science Credit Hours: 1 each
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: Exploration of a theme from the current literature in the earth sciences.
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GEOL 1000 - Geology as a Profession Credit Hours: 1
Description: Explores varied roles geologists play in private industry and in government. Course features guest speakers who work as geologists in Middle Tennessee.
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GEOL 1040/1041 - Physical Geology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Corequisite: GEOL 1041
Description: Minerals and rocks, volcanism and related processes, weathering and soil development, glaciations, wind and stream erosion, major water and soil pollution problems, natural disaster forecasting, and development and landscape.
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GEOL 1050/1051 - Historical Geology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Corequisite: GEOL 1051
Description: Plate tectonics and continental drift, development of major scientific theories about the earth, physical environment and organic populations of the earth in prehistoric times.
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GEOL 3010/3011 - Topics in Volcanology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Corequisite: GEOL 3011
Description: Descriptive study of selected topics in volcanology with emphasis placed on formation, analysis of selected type areas, eruptive history, composition and characteristics of volcanic material and associated mineral deposits. Research paper involving a detailed analysis of a selected topic required.
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GEOL 3030/3031 - Environmental Geology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: GEOL 1040/1041 ; Corequisite: GEOL 3031
Description: Major geologic factors that directly influence man’s adaptation to his environment. Lecture and laboratory focus attention on evaluation of earthquake susceptibility, landslide occurrence and prevention, flood potential and results of floodplain development, ground water contamination, and similar geologic processes which affect urbanization, engineered structures and land-use potential and environment.
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GEOL 3060/3061 - Statistics in the Geosciences (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Cross Listed GEOG 3060/3061
Prerequisite: GEOL 1040/1041 or (GEOG 1010 and MATH 1530 or higher) or permission of instructor; Corequisite: GEOL 3061
Description: Techniques of geologic and atmospheric data collection and analysis with special emphasis on those parametric and non-parametric statistics utilized in the applied Geosciences. Emphasis is placed on computer applications.
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GEOL 3100/3101 - Stratigraphy and Sedimentation (and lab) Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: GEOL 1040/1041 , 1050/1051 ; Corequisite: GEOL 3101
Description: The genesis, mode of occurrence, and historical significance of sedimentary structures and depositional environments. Laboratories focus on techniques of rock and sediment analysis. An overnight field trip is required.
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