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FREN 352 - French Texts and Society: From, Absolutism to Revolution
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary survey of French literature and cultural history from the Classical Age through the end of the Ancien Régime. Culturally significant texts (literary, historical, philosophical, and artistic) are examined within the context of classicism and enlightenment in prerevolutionary French society.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 220 .
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FREN 353 - French Texts and Society: From, Romanticism to the Fifth Republic
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary survey of French literature and cultural history from the Napoleonic era to present. Culturally significant texts (literary, historical, philosophical, and artistic) are examined within the context of French society of the last two centuries.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 220 .
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FREN 390 - Seminar in French
Credits: 3
A study of selected themes or issues in French or Francophone literature, language, or civilization. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 220 or consent of the instructor.
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FREN 481 - Cooperative Education in French I
Credits: 0.5
Work experience with a cooperating employer. Written report required. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): 12 credits beyond FREN 203 and approval of the chair of the department.
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FREN 482 - Cooperative Education in French II
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Continuation of FREN 481 . S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 481 and approval of the chair of the department.
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FREN 483 - Cooperative Education in French III
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Continuation of FREN 481 . May be repeated beyond 483 for additional credit. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 481 and approval of the chair of the department.
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FREN 486 - Internship in French
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 4
Direct, supervised experience in a cooperating business, government agency, or service agency, involving significant use of French. May not be applied to a major or minor in French. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the chair of the department.
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FREN 493 - Senior French Seminar
Credits: 3
A senior-level capstone course which integrates knowledge and skills from previous French courses. Language skills (speaking, listening, writing, and reading) are refined as depth and nuance are added to the understanding of French history, literature, culture and contemporary events.
Prerequisite(s): senior standing and consent of the chair of the department.
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FREN 495 - Supervised Reading & Research in French
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 4
Intended for students capable of doing independent study in French language, civilization, and literature.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the chair of the department.
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FREN 497 - Honors Work in French
Credits: 3
Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in French if FREN 498 is completed.
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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FREN 498 - Honors Candidacy in French
Credits: 3
Continuation of FREN 497 .
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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General Engineering |
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GE 100 - Fundamentals of Engineering
Credits: 2
Credit Configuration: 1+3, 2 Cr.
This is an introductory course that focuses on the fundamental concepts of engineering. Topics are drawn from principles of bio-, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, and mechanical engineering and show the interdisciplinary nature of the profession. Foundational skills such as problem solving, engineering communication, and teamwork are included. Students will participate in hands-on activities and design projects related to topics covered.
Corequisite(s): MATH 126 or MATH 131 or enrollment in the College of Engineering.
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GE 100L - Fundamentals of Engineering Lab
Credits: 0
The laboratory component of GE 100 .
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GE 109 - Mechanics-Statics
Credits: 3
Also offered as: PHYS 109 .
A course in the resolution and composition of forces and moments as applied to the free body diagram. Topics include principles of equilibrium, first and second moments of areas, study of trusses, frames, and machines, and friction.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 126 or MATH 131 and PHYS 141 .
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GE 190 - Topics in Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
The investigation of engineering topics of special interest.
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GE 290 - Issues in Technology
Credits: 3
Introduction to problem solving, decision making, and risk assessment as they relate to the technical decision-making process. Engineering measurements will be explored in the laboratory using conventional and computer-based data acquisition systems. Utilizing case studies, the relevant technical and nontechnical decisions associated with issues and projects will be explored. Not open to engineering majors.
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GE 299 - Humanitarian Engineering Colloquium
Credits: 0
Students will present their work in humanitarian engineering. Guest speakers will be invited to present topics relating to humanitarian issues. Students pursuing the Humanitarian Engineering Minor are expected to register for the colloquium every spring semester. S/U grade.
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GE 311 - Financial Decisions in Engineering
Credits: 1.5
A discussion of essential financial issues that impact engineering decision-making. Topics include calculating measures of financial merit for engineering decisions and selecting the most economically desirable solution from among several alternatives.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 132 , sophomore standing, or chair approval.
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GE 312 - Ethical Decisions in Engineering
Credits: 1.5
A discussion of essential ethical issues that impact engineering decision-making. Topics include recognizing situations that require ethical judgment, and applying engineering codes of ethics to make ethical decisions. Concepts of sustainability and socio-political influence are also discussed.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing or chair approval.
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GE 386CE - Internship in Engineering-CE
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
An engineering work experience with a pre-selected and approved employer. Requires satisfactory work performance and submission of a final report in approved format. Students may repeat for a maximum of three work sessions. S/U grade.
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GE 386ECE - Internship in Engineering-ECE
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
An engineering work experience with a pre-selected and approved employer. Requires satisfactory work performance and submission of a final report in approved format. Students may repeat for a maximum of three work sessions. S/U grade.
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GE 386GEN - Internship in Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
An engineering work experience with a pre-selected and approved employer. Requires satisfactory work performance and submission of a final report in approved format. Students may repeat for a maximum of three work sessions. S/U grade.
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GE 386ME - Internship in Engineering-ME
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
An engineering work experience with a pre-selected and approved employer. Requires satisfactory work performance and submission of a final report in approved format. Students may repeat for a maximum of three work sessions. S/U grade.
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GE 390 - Topics in Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
The investigation of engineering topics of special interest.
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GE 481 - Cooperative Education I - Civil, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Emphasis is placed on involvement in real-world engineering projects requiring analysis, design, and investigative skills. Requires satisfactory work performance at a pre-selected employer and the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 481 - Cooperative Education I - Electrical and, Computer Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Emphasis is placed on involvement in real-world engineering projects requiring analysis, design, and investigative skills. Requires satisfactory work performance at a pre-selected employer and the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 481 - Cooperative Education I - Mechanical, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Emphasis is placed on involvement in real-world engineering projects requiring analysis, design, and investigative skills. Requires satisfactory work performance at a pre-selected employer and the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 481CE - Cooperative Education I - Civil, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Emphasis is placed on involvement in real-world engineering projects requiring analysis, design, and investigative skills. Requires satisfactory work performance at a pre-selected employer and the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 481ECE - Cooperative Education I - Electrical and, Computer Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Emphasis is placed on involvement in real-world engineering projects requiring analysis, design, and investigative skills. Requires satisfactory work performance at a pre-selected employer and the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 481ME - Cooperative Education I - Mechanical, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Emphasis is placed on involvement in real-world engineering projects requiring analysis, design, and investigative skills. Requires satisfactory work performance at a pre-selected employer and the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 482 - Cooperative Education II - Civil, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 2
A continuation of GE 481 . This course requires a satisfactory employer evaluation and reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): GE 481 and approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 482 - Cooperative Education II - Mechanical, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 2
A continuation of GE 481 . This course requires a satisfactory employer evaluation and reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): GE 481 and approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 482 - Cooperative Education II- Electrical, And Computer Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 2
A continuation of GE 481 . This course requires a satisfactory employer evaluation and reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): GE 481 and approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 482CE - Cooperative Education II - Civil, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 2
A continuation of GE 481 . This course requires a satisfactory employer evaluation and reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 482ECE - Cooperative Education II- Electrical, And Computer Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 2
A continuation of GE 481 . This course requires a satisfactory employer evaluation and reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 482ME - Cooperative Education II - Mechanical, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 2
A continuation of GE 481 . This course requires a satisfactory employer evaluation and reports in a format approved by each department. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 483 - Cooperative Education III - Civil, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Requires the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. May be repeated for up to three credit hours. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 483 - Cooperative Education III - Electrical, And Computer Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Requires the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. May be repeated for up to three credit hours. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the student’s department chair.
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GE 483CE - Cooperative Education III - Civil, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Requires the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. May be repeated for up to three credit hours. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 483ECE - Cooperative Education III - Electrical, And Computer Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Requires the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. May be repeated for up to three credit hours. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 483ME - Cooperative Education III - Mechanical, Engineering
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 1
Application of the concepts of engineering in a business, consulting, industrial, or government setting. Requires the submission of reports in a format approved by each department. May be repeated for up to three credit hours. This course is graded S/U only for civil and mechanical engineering majors.
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GE 493 - Professional Comm & Interprsnl Relations
Credits: 3
The development of professional skills needed to be successful in the engineering profession. Topics include building self-confidence, strengthening people skills, enhancing communication skills, developing leadership skills, and reducing stress/improving attitude.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and dean’s approval required.
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GE 495 - Special Problem
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Selected students are permitted to work on a special problem under the supervision of a member of the faculty. Each student is required to keep a progress notebook and to turn in a final report in an approved format.
Prerequisite(s): Open only to students with permission of the faculty and approval of the dean.
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GE 497 - Senior Design Project I
Credits: 3
The application of theoretical and experimental engineering concepts in the analysis and design of an engineering system. Students form teams to plan and organize a multidisciplinary project.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 340 or ECE 322
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): GE 311 and GE 312 and ME 363 or BE 415
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GE 498 - Senior Design Project II
Credits: 3
A continuation of GE 497 . Projects are built, tested, documented, and reported.
Prerequisite(s): GE 497 .
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Geography |
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GEO 101 - World Human Geography
Credits: 3
A topical introduction to the many themes and subfields of human geography, especially population, economic, cultural, urban, and political geography. Examples highlighting these themes draw from relevant contemporary events in both the industrialized and developing worlds.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 102 - Globalization and Development
Credits: 3
A regional survey of the developing countries, with an emphasis on their economic, social, and political development in the context of growing global interconnectedness. The course will explore issues of colonization, cultural change, ethnic conflict, and environmental modification.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements or to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 104 - Intro to Geomorphlgy in Earth Syst Sci
Credits: 4
Credit Configuration: 3+3, 4 Cr.
The scientific analysis of natural processes and human impacts affecting the development of landscapes on the earth and other planets. Emphasis is on the interrelationships of geologic, climatic, hydrologic, and biological cycles in creating and reshaping landforms. Field trips on selected Saturdays. Course includes a laboratory component.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 110 , MATH 125 , or placement higher than MATH 110 in the math placement process. Students may register concurrently for MATH 110 (or MATH 125 ) and GEO 104.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Natural Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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GEO 104L - Geomorphology Lab
Credits: 0
The 4-hour weekly laboratory component for GEO 104 .
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GEO 130 - Earth From Above
Credits: 4
Credit Configuration: 3+2, 4 Cr.
An introduction to earth observation from a distance. A study of land, life, water, human presence, and changes on the surface of the Earth using aerial photographs and satellite imagery. Students will learn essential skills in interpreting as well as measuring earth surface features and processes from various remotely sensed data. This course includes a laboratory component.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 110 , MATH 125 , or placement higher than MATH 110 in the math placement process. Students may register concurrently for MATH 110 (or MATH 125 ) and GEO 130.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Natural Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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GEO 130L - Earth From Above Lab
Credits: 0
The 2-hour weekly laboratory component for GEO 130 .
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GEO 200 - American Ethnic Geography
Credits: 3
An analysis of the rich ethnic diversity of the United States, including the immigration and regional settlement of each of the major cultural groups and their physical expression on the North American Landscape. Topical themes include language, religion, politics, and urban imprints.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements or to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 201 - Economic Geography
Credits: 3
An analysis of the location of economic activities as parts of a system.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing or above.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 204 - National Parks and Public Lands
Credits: 3
A study of the development, management, and geography of national parks, monuments, and other areas controlled by the U. S. Park Service in the context of the federal public lands system. Includes discussion of physical, cultural, and historic features of selected parks, career opportunities in the park service, and comparisons with national parks in other countries. Field trip may be included.
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GEO 212 - Introduction to Archaeology
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the science of studying human, biological, and material remains in order to reconstruct past cultures and societies. The class introduces students to the study and practice of archaeology, and its relationships with associated disciplines and fields, especially geography. Students will learn about the methods, goals, and theoretical concepts of archaeology with its role in our understanding of the past. Diverse cultures from hunter-gather societies to empires are used to illustrate how archaeologists go from dirty bits of broken bones, pots, or wall foundations to understand how people lived and how cultures changed over time.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 215 - Intro to Geographic Info Systems, Systems
Credits: 4
Credit Configuration: 3+2, 4 Cr.
An introduction to the theory and practical use of geographic information systems. These powerful research tools combine computer mapping and databases to provide diverse combinations of spatial information and modeling capabilities to enhance decision-making processes and planning. GIS usage is also highly multidisciplinary; the class may be of interest to students of several other programs such as civil engineering, biology, business, or health sciences. Course includes a laboratory component.
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GEO 215L - Introduction to Geographical Information, Systems Lab
Credits: 0
The 2-hour weekly laboratory component for GEO 215 .
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GEO 225 - Cartography and Map Design
Credits: 3
An introduction to the art and science of drafting accurate and visually interesting maps. This course offers practical training in elements of data acquisition and compilation, map projections, scales, design, layout, typography, color, semiotics, as well as statistical methods for mapping geographically referenced information. The role of cartography in geography, public health, engineering, business, environment, and society will be discussed.
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GEO 225L - Cartography Lab
Credits: 0
The 2-hour weekly laboratory component for GEO 225 .
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GEO 240 - Introduction to Climate Change
Credits: 3
Also offered as: MET 240 .
An exploration of past climate changes and the issue of contemporary, anthropogenic, greenhouse warming. Students will gain an understanding of the major forcing mechanisms behind climate change, as well as the feedbacks that are important in the climate system. Not open to students who have received credit for MET 440 .
Prerequisite(s): MET 103 .
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GEO 260 - Environmental Conservation
Credits: 3
A study of American and International resource problems and environmental issues, the institutions and attitudes involved, and solutions for correcting them.
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GEO 264 - Soils and the Environment
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
This course focuses on the role of soils in the environment and society with an emphasis on their methods of study in an earth system science context. A focus of the course is on the role of soils as part of interrelated human-environmental systems and the effects of human action on issues such as erosion, water quality, ecosystems and climate change. Course includes a laboratory component. Field trips are required.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Natural Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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GEO 264L - Soils & Environment Lab
Credits: 0
The laboratory component for GEO 264 .
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GEO 265 - Sustainability: Envrnmnt, Ecnmy, Socty
Credits: 3
An introduction to principles and practices of sustainability which seek to integrate environmental stewardship, economic development, and social justice.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements. May be used to fulfill the Writing-Intensive Course of General Education requirements.
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GEO 266 - River Systems and Landforms
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
This course is a focused study of river systems and landforms in an earth system science context, with particular emphasis on remote and on-site hydrologic assessment, landform identification using remote and field techniques, issues related to watershed management, and sediment analysis approaches. Focus is on building students’ range of skills with digital data and fieldwork. Course includes a laboratory component. Field trips are required.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Natural Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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GEO 266L - River Systems and Landforms Lab
Credits: 0
This course is a focused study of river, systems, and landforms in an earth system science context, with particular emphasis on remote and on-site hydrologic assessment, landform, identification using remote and field techniques, issues related to watershed management, and sediment analysis approaches. Focus is on building students’ range of skills with digital data and fieldwork. Course includes a laboratory component. Field trips are required.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Natural Science component of the General Education Requirements.
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GEO 280 - Geography of Cyberspace
Credits: 3
A course exploring the geographical dimensions of the Internet, media, and telecommunications. Includes consideration of urban telecommunication, online community, and virtual spaces.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements. May be used to fulfill the Writing-Intensive Course of General Education requirements.
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GEO 285 - Natural Hazards
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
An investigation of the physical causes, geographic distribution, and human threats of a wide range of environmental hazards, including earthquake, volcano, tsunami, landslide, hurricane, tornado, and flood disasters. The course will make abundant use of GIS and remote sensing technology.
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GEO 290 - Topics in Geography
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
This course is designed to examine current geographic topics. These may include American minority settlement patterns and communities, cultural ecology, geographic techniques, travel and tourism, medical geography, and problems associated with the physical environment. May be repeated when the topic is different.
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GEO 301 - Regional Geographies of the World
Credits: 3
A geographic interpretation of the environmental, cultural, political, and economic patterns of one of the world’s major regions, such as the United States and Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, or Africa. May be repeated for credit when the regional offering is different.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
General Education: Certain regional offerings may be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements or may be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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GEO 304 - Process Geomorphology & Terrain Analysis
Credits: 4
Credit Configuration: 3+3, 4 Cr.
A study of landscapes as the result of systems which balance driving forces, such as climate, gravity, or internal heat flow, and the resisting framework created by lithology and the structure of near-surface earth materials. Students will enhance their knowledge of earth surface processes and resultant topographic forms through laboratory exercises and local investigations. The course develops students’ ability to conceptually engage geomorphic systems (e.g. system variables, feedback and response mechanisms, spatial and temporal scale variability) through critical assessment of morphology and process measurement. Analytical approaches learned through lab exercises build upon conceptual topics gained through lecture and reading materials. Course includes a laboratory component. Required 4-day field trip.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 104 .
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GEO 315 - Environmental Applications of GIS
Credits: 3
This course addresses environmental problems using geographic information systems and focuses on principles, methods, and techniques relevant for problem solving in environmental science and management. Emphasis is on handling environmental data and building environmental models for tackling real-world issues. A course component involves field mapping with the use of GPS technology and the novel creation of spatial data.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 215 .
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GEO 316 - Internet Mapping & Web GIS
Credits: 3
A technical course intended to extend GIS use, analysis and presentation onto web-based platforms. Students engage in the production of web-mapping products using both publicly available and individually published data. Students produce web apps for the consumption and use of geospatial data across multiple platforms.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 215 .
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GEO 318 - Field Study in European Geography
Credits: 3
Overseas Study Program only.
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GEO 320 - Urban Geography
Credits: 3
A course treating urban settlements as distinct geographic units. Topics covered include the history of urban settlement, economic classification of cities, and patterns of urban land use. Field trip.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 321 - Urban and Regional Planning
Credits: 3
A course treating the nature, purposes, and objectives of modern community planning for the promotion of social and economic wellbeing. Field trip.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 330 - Remote Sensing of the Environment
Credits: 3
This course develops technical and methodological skills needed to analyze digital remote sensing data to study Earth’s environments. Topics will include image processing, classification, feature extraction, band indices (e.g. NDVI), and change analysis for mapping and modeling. Emphasis will be placed on applications, culminating in a project and presentation. No prior remote sensing experience is needed.
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GEO 365 - Biogeography
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to an important interdisciplinary bridge between biology and geography. Biogeography is the study of inferring ecological and evolutionary relationships between living organisms and their physical environment from the analysis of their spatial and temporal distribution patterns. Students will learn to assess patterns of variation across physical gradients such as latitude, climate, elevation, and isolation in relation to the distribution of plant and animal species on the earth. The course will also discuss human activities such as domestication, habitat alteration, species introduction and extinctions, and global environmental changes.
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GEO 385 - Field Study
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 0+4, 1-3 Cr
A course designed to develop methods and techniques of geographic field work. May include a week of intensive work at a field site at a time when the University is not in session, possibly in late summer. Additional fees may be charged to cover expenses.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the department chair.
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GEO 415 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems
Credits: 3
A course in research design and execution using GIS. Students will enhance their knowledge of GIS packages and advanced operations while researching a topic or problem. Individual and/ or class projects will also focus on designing research for GIS.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 215 .
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GEO 420 - Rural Geography
Credits: 3
This course examines the changing geography of rural areas. Topics include globalization and the transformation of rural economies, agriculture, rural environmental issues, tourism, rural cultures and identities, and the geography of country music.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 460 - Data Analysis
Credits: 3
Also offered as: MET 460 .
This course will examine the analysis methods used in the geosciences, with a focus on environmentally collected data sets. The course emphasizes visualization of data, as well as applications ranging from basic model building to regression and introductory time series analysis. The primary tool for analysis is R, an open source software package that runs on virtually any platform.
Prerequisite(s): at least junior standing in Meteorology or Geography programs.
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GEO 470 - Political Geography
Credits: 3
An investigation of the relations among political activities and organizations and the geographic conditions within which they develop. Political power is discussed in terms of spatial, human, cultural, and ethnic geography. May be of interest to political science majors.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 474 - Historical Geography of the United, States
Credits: 3
A regional treatment of the exploration, colonization, territorial expansion, migration, transportation, settlement, and economic development of our country in relation to the physical environment. Course is primarily designed for students majoring in one of the social sciences. May be of particular interest to history majors.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 475 - Culture, Nature, Landscape
Credits: 3
An advanced course in cultural geography exploring the integration of culture and nature in both material landscapes and their representation in art, literature, or other media. The examination of culture includes consideration of race, ethnicity, gender, and nationality. Field trip.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
General Education: May be used to partially fulfill the Social Sciences component of the General Education requirements.
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GEO 486 - Internship in Geography
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 6
Students gain experience by working in public or private agencies, such as planning firms, national parks, and map companies. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): geography major or minor and consent of internship coordinator.
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GEO 490 - Selected Topics in Geography
Credits: 4
Advanced studies in geography. Such topics as landform analysis, human environmental impact, biogeography, environmental management, and international business are considered. May be repeated when the topic is different.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
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GEO 495 - Independent Study
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 4
Individual research readings on a topic in geography agreed upon by a student and a faculty member of his/her choice from the department.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and consent of the chair of the department.
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GEO 496 - Research in Geography
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Students working individually or as part of a research group conduct original research in geography under the direction of a faculty member. Students collect and analyze data and report their results in both writing and in an oral presentation. Open to all students regardless of class standing. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the instructor.
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GEO 497 - Honors Work in Geography
Credits: 3
Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in Geography if GEO 498 is completed.
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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GEO 498 - Honors Candidacy in Geography
Credits: 3
Continuation of GEO 497 .
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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GER 101 - Beginning German I
Credits: 4
An introduction to German language and culture with emphasis on spoken and written communication skills. Refer to world language credit policies.
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GER 102 - Beginning German II
Credits: 4
A continuation of GER 101 .
Prerequisite(s): GER 101 or equivalent.
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GER 200 - German Literary Studies
Credits: 3
Study of selected works of German literature in English translation. Readings represent significant genres and literary periods presented in biographical, historical, and cultural context. The course provides instruction and practice in the writing of careful critical analysis of the readings. May not be counted toward a major or minor in German.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature component of the General Education Requirements.
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GER 203 - Intermediate German I
Credits: 4
A consolidation of German language skills with emphasis on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication. Students increase control of grammatical structures, broaden vocabulary, and become more familiar with German-language cultures.
Prerequisite(s): GER 102 or equivalent.
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GER 204 - Intermediate German II
Credits: 4
A review and expansion of German language skills with emphasis on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication. Students refine grammatical accuracy, write on varied topics, participate in extensive oral practice, and read literature and other authentic texts while building on their understanding of German-language cultures. May be repeated for credit at Reutlingen Center.
Prerequisite(s): GER 203 or equivalent.
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GER 220 - Approaches to German Studies
Credits: 3
An introduction to the strategies of reading, interpreting, and writing about German texts. Reading and discussion of works from a variety of genres with particular attention to textual analysis.
Prerequisite(s): GER 204 .
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature component of the General Education Requirement.
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GER 271 - German Play Production
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Rehearsal and performance of a play or an excerpt from a play in German. No prior acting experience required. May be repeated for additional credit.
Prerequisite(s): GER 204 .
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Fine and Performing Arts component of the Humanities General Education Requirement.
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GER 272 - Advanced German Grammar
Credits: 1
Targeted review and practice of grammar structures in German. May be repeated for elective credit if the topic varies, but counted toward a major or minor in German only once.
Prerequisite(s): concurrent registration in a German course above GER 204 or consent of the chair of the department.
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GER 290 - Topics in German
Credits: 3
A study of selected themes or issues in German literature, language, or culture. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): GER 220 or consent of the chair of the department.
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