Jun 26, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • ENGR 1770 - Engineering Graphics & Design


    An introduction to engineering graphics, visualization and design procedures including sketching, line drawing, and solid modeling plus the development and interpretation of working drawings and specifications for product realization.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: MATH 1113, MATH 1450, or MATH 1501 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENGR 2001 - Statics


    The study of forces and moments on structures, frames, and machine parts including the equilibrium of force systems in two and three dimensions, centroids, moments of inertia, friction, and shear and moment diagrams are studied.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: PHYS 2211, PHYS 2211L, and MATH 2460 with grades of C or higher, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENGR 2203 - Strength of Materials


    The study of the mechanics of deformable bodies in compression, tension, bending, and torsion. Including axial stress and strain, thermal stress and strain, statically indeterminant systems, torsional stress and strain, power transmission in shafts, bending stresses in beams, beam deflections, combined stresses, and elastic buckling in columns.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: ENGR 2001 and MATH 2460 with grades of C or higher

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENGR 3200 - Engineering Dynamics


    The study of the kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies that includes the dynamics of particles, work and kinetic energy, impulse and momentum, rigid body motions, moving coordinate systems and relative motion, and basic mechanical vibrations.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENGR 2001 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENGR 3301K - Thermodynamics


    The definitions, concepts and laws of thermodynamics will be covered from an Engineering emphasis. Applications to ideal and real gases, vapor and gas power systems and heat pump systems. Equations of state, phase equilibrium, and phase transitions. The course will introduce students to real world energy systems and develop analysis techniques for these systems. A systematic problem solving process will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: MATH 2470, MATH 3000, PHYS 2211, and PHYS 2211L

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENGR 3340K - Fluid Mechanics


    As a first course of fluid behavior, it analyzes the forces and energies generated by fluids at rest and in motion. Topics include fluid statics, control-volume analysis, the Navier-Stokes equations, similitude, viscous, inviscid and turbulent flows, boundary layers and open channel flows etc.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: MATH 2470, MATH 3000, and ENGR 2001

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENST 2030 - Environmental Studies & Sustainability


    A seminar course that addresses the social, political, and cultural aspects of human ecological problems. As an introduction to the field of Environmental Studies, it examines both past and current human activities and their influence on our species and the physical environment, and it explores the place of cultural elements in creating and solving environmental problems.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 3040 - Environmental Communication


    A study of communication styles, strategies, and campaigns of participants in environmental policy debates (government, industry, environmentalists, scientists, the media, private citizens and anti-environmentalists). Students consider the various types of communication, the ways in which they shape and are shaped by different approaches to the environment and their interaction in a number of case studies. Students also reflect on their own environmental positions and arguments.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 3045 - Environment and Community Organization


    The course examines the history, theory and practice of community organizing with an emphasis on sustainability. Topics will include environmental problems and the struggles, social processes and responses of societies and community organizations.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030, SOCI 1101, or SOCI 1160, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 3055 - Environment and Society


    The course will develop a critical understanding of the reciprocal relationship between humans and the natural environment. In exploring the ways in which humans influence the environment and the ways the environment sets the parameters of human society, the course applies a sociological framework to evaluate the interactions between social factors (class, race, gender, religion) and environmental factors (air and water quality, biodiversity, deforestation, ozone depletion) and discussions of current issues, including the U.S. environmental movement, ecotourism, waste management, energy policies, and “NIMBYism.”

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030 or SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1160, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 3060 - History and the Environment


    This course explores the evolving historical relationship between humans and the global environment from pre-historical times to the present. The focus of the course is on political, economic, and cultural themes at different historical epochs, and includes the examination of such issues as the rise and fall of civilizations, colonialism, industrialization, and the changing perception and understanding of the environment around the world at different times. This class is cross-listed with HIST 3060.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: ENST 2030, GISC 2011, and GISC 2011L, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



    Cross-listed
    HIST 3060
  
  • ENST 3065 - Social Influence and the Environment


    This course examines the ways in which institutions and other people influence our thoughts, attitudes, and ultimately our behavior in regard to the environment. Topics examined include things such as: research methods, knowing, conformity, compliance, obedience, social facilitation, social loafing, attitude formation, attitude change, persuasion, bargaining, and group decision-making processes.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030, SOCI 1101, or SOCI 1160, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 3070 - Health and the Environment


    This course explores the relationships among people, health, and the environment from a systems perspective. It examines topics such as: healthcare decision-making, behavioral responses to pathogens, healthcare systems, and the built environment’s effects upon improving or worsening health. The course will exam health concerns from the perspectives of international, national, state, and local involvement. This class may be cross-listed with GEOG 3070.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030 or GEOG 1101, or permission of the instructor

    Hours:
    3



    Cross-listed
    GEOG 3070
  
  • ENST 3157 - Native American History


    The course explores the role of the environment in pre-historic/historic Native-American cultures and how it impacted the relationship between Native-Americans and Europeans. The course broadly examines Native-American history from the colonial age through the current era, focusing on academic areas which intersect environmental themes. This course is cross-listed with HIST 3157.

    Hours:
    3



    Cross-listed
    HIST 3157
  
  • ENST 3230 - Social Change


    The course reviews theories, concepts and categories used by sociologists to explain social change with emphasis on institutional change, social movements, and nonviolence. The course is commonly conducted with a Service Learning component. Cross-listed with SOCI 3230.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030, SOCI 1101, or SOCI 1160, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



    Cross-listed
    SOCI 3230
  
  • ENST 3410 - Environmental Sociology


    A comprehensive exploration of the sociological relationships between technology, economic policies, natural resources, population growth, and environmental degradation. Emphasis is on understanding these problems from an ecological perspective and the seriousness of these issues for future survival.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: SOCI 1101

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 3420 - Environmental Studies Symposium


    An in-depth examination of the interdisciplinary field of Environmental Studies to include: conflict and contradictions, societal responses to environmental problems including social adjustments to natural and technological hazards, socio-cultural aspects of technological risk, and emergence of environmental social policies and movements are explored via case studies and interviews with local experts. This class may have a substantial service learning component of at least 30 hours in the field. Cross-listed with SOCI 3420.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030, SOCI 1101, or SOCI 1160, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



    Cross-listed
    SOCI 3420
  
  • ENST 4035 - Environmental Law, Policy, and Politics


    This course introduces students to milestone environmental laws and policy, their formation, and application, as well as the social, economic, and political factors that facilitate and sometimes impede them. Specifically, the course will cover laws and policies that regulate air pollution, water rights and quality, endangered species, and toxic substances, both in the United States and internationally, their formulation and application processes, and how they affect and are affected by society in real life situations.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENST 4070 - Practicum in Environmental Studies


    A directed studies course which primarily involves practical application in some area of work related to the environment utilizing GIS. The instructor supervising the directed study will be associated with the area of application in which the student chooses to do his/her practicum, such as public policy, community relations, business, etc. The student is also introduced to possible positions available in his/her particular area of interest.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Completion of 15 semester hours of coursework in Environmental Studies

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENST 4220 - Environmental Ethics


    This course is designed to present students with the foundational and central issues of environmental ethics. The course examines a variety of approaches including, but not necessarily limited to individualistic approaches, holistic approaches, deep ecology, ecofeminism and political ecology. This course is cross-listed with PHIL 4220.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENST 2030, PHIL 2010, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



    Cross-listed
    PHIL 4220
  
  • ENTR 3010 - Creativity, Innovation & Entrepreneurial Mindset


    This course develops the entrepreneurial mindset of students to enable them to add value in various contexts through critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and innovation while encouraging initiative, adaptability and self-direction. The course employs an active classroom approach to help students cultivate and grow their creative and entrepreneurial capacities, understand how to apply these skills to various problems, and ultimately develop a solution. The course focuses on creativity and innovation within corporate, social and entrepreneurial contexts. Students learn creative tools and applications to assist in opportunity development, recognition and evaluation process by examining how people, industry, and social environments interact to identify, and shape creative and innovative alternatives and opportunities.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Minimum of 60 earned credit hours

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENTR 3020 - Entrepreneurial Startup & Process


    This course is an introduction to entrepreneurship and new venture startup exploration that leads to new ventures. An emphasis is placed on entrepreneurship as a process that can be managed and applied in any organizational setting or context. The Lean Startup and Customer Development methodologies are employed to develop an idea into a proof of concept. The Business Model Canvas is integrated into the course as a part of the idea to proof of concept process. The course culminates in a fast pitch challenge presentation.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Minimum of 60 earned credit hours

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENTR 3030 - Launching a New Venture


    In this course students develop a viable business plan to launch a new business. The course is a critical component for students who desire to start their own businesses and culminates with student teams pitching their business plan before a panel of judges selected from financial professionals, successful entrepreneurs and other business professionals. The class is very hands-on, providing the opportunity to apply learned topics. This course is exempt from the MCCB Admission to Upper Division restriction.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENTR 3020 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENTR 3040 - Entrepreneurial Finance


    This course focuses on understanding funding and financial management for various types of entrepreneurial ventures from inception through various stages of growth and on through harvest. Teaching methods will include case studies targeted at specific learning objectives, guest speakers such as entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, banker and legal professionals. This course is exempt from the MCCB Admission to Upper Division restriction.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENTR 3020 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENTR 4021 - Social Entrepreneurship


    The objective of this course is to build entrepreneurial skills required to identify opportunities and craft innovative responses to social issues locally, nationally and internationally. This course is exempt from the MCCB Admission to Upper Division restriction.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENTR 3020 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVE 1103 - Introduction to Environmental Professions


    This course introduces the student to environmental professions. The course will also provide an introduction to the ethical, legal, philosophical, societal and environmental implications of geospatial science, environmental analysis, engineering, and technology professions. The student will also be introduced to careers, computational and spatial thinking, statistics, technical communications, networking, graphical communication, spatial analysis, remote sensing, modeling, geodesign and problem solving strategies.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Regular college placement

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVE 2221K - Surveying I


    This course will focus on the basic principles of plane land surveying. Topics will include the history, equipment, field methods, and calculations used in land surveying. Students will become familiar with the link between field data collection and office data practices and will gain valuable field experience in the techniques associated with topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and construction staking.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: MATH 1113

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVE 2222K - Surveying II


    This course covers basic construction and route surveying concepts and computations, including horizontal and vertical curves and volumetric measurements. Emphasis is placed on automated data collection methods using total stations and GNSS equipment. Students will also be introduced to adjustments by least squares, basic photogrammetric methods and geographic information systems (GIS).

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENVE 2221K

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVE 2771K - Graphics and Information Visualization


    This course is a 2000 level graphics, visualization, schematics, file conversion and geodesiqn course for geospatial and earth scientist and engineers. This course is designed particularly for these fields and includes sketching, line drawing, and solid modeling, the development and interpretation of site plans, utilities, CAD and GIS interfaces, working drawings and specifications for system visualization and realization.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: ENVE 1103 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVE 3465 - Legal Aspects of Surveying


    This introductory course covers land surveyor ethics and professional responsibility, the creation of Georgia property statutes, real property law, real and record evidence, records research, conveyances, recording systems, the public domain, eminent domain, legal aspects of boundary establishment, unwritten title, easements, prescription, water boundaries and surveying plans.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVE 3475K - Professional Practice of Surveying


    This course prepares students for professional practice as a Professional Land Surveyor. Topics include subdivision design, site layout, zoning and land use regulations, professional ethics and business practice.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: ENVE 2222K and ENVE 3465

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVS 2010 - Fundamentals of Wetland & Aquatic Ecology


    This course covers the chemical and physical processes and the ecosystem dynamics of wetlands and other aquatic environments.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Corequisite: ENVS 2010L

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVS 2010L - Fundamentals of Wetland & Aquatic Ecology Lab


    This course is the laboratory component of ENVS 2010.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Corequisite: ENVS 2010

    Hours:
    1



  
  • ENVS 2111K - Environmental Science I


    This course will focus on a fundamental understanding of water resources, soil science and basic environmental chemistry. Science concepts including the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil and water will be instructed. Water resources, water properties and basic soil science topics including soil formation and morphology, weathering, soil texture and structure, soil classification, soil quality and pollution, soil chemical and biological properties, monitoring and remediation methods will be addressed. Introductory hydrology including the hydrologic cycle, hydrologic budget, watershed dynamics, and coastal waters will be instructed. Students will be introduced to surface and subsurface hydrology, soil water interactions, saturated and unsaturated flows in soils, soil erosion, and soil and water conservation.

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVS 2112K - Environmental Science II


    This course will focus on fundamental scientific understanding and importance of sustainability, resource degradation, land-use types, environmental science, and procedures necessary for sustainable land-use and management. Topics include mountain, prairie, coastal, desert, and wetland ecosystems etc., ecological integrity,  land-use attribute quantification, land use forecasting, soil and hydrologic map understanding for scientific management and decision support, simulations of water, land-use and soil parameters for suitable and sustainable development. Students will consider sustainability, planning, and land use analysis and planning as a systematic scientific assessment of physical, social and economic factors.

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVS 2202 - Environmental Science


    This course is an interdisciplinary course integrating principles from biology, chemistry, ecology, geology, and non-science disciplines as related to the interactions of humans and their environment. Issues of local, regional, and global concern will be used to help students explain scientific concepts and analyze practical solutions to complex environmental problems. Emphasis is placed on the study of ecosystems, human population growth, energy, pollution, and other environmental issues and important environmental regulations.

    Hours:
    3



    Notes:
    Course is equivalent to BIOL 1260 only when used to replace a previous grade earned in BIOL 1260.

  
  • ENVS 3001K - Land Use and Conservation


    The quality of our environment depends upon the development which is permitted to take place and the controls which direct that development. Therefore, the purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of how land use controls may be used to effectively shape development at the watershed scale. This course will introduce the student to land use with an emphasis on conservation of natural resources through the use of field descriptions, design, and analytical techniques with intent to optimize land use patterns. Extensive application of Geospatial Science and Technology to landscape management principles will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2021K or GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVS 3002K - Soils and Hydrology


    A multidisciplinary examination of hydrology and soils essential for environmental and spatial analysis. Topics inlude hydrologic processes and water balances in the landscape, soil formation and morphology, soil water interactions, saturated and unsaturated flows in soils, wetlands, soil landscapes, field methods, environmental monitoring techniques and protocols of soil sampling.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2021K or GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVS 3003K - Soils


    A detailed examination of soil formation and morphology, physical, biological, and chemical properties, soil-water interactions, wetlands and hydric soils, soil landscapes, field methods and protocols of soil sampling.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2021K or GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVS 4003K - Hydrology


    A multidisciplinary examination of hydrology concepts essential for environmental and spatial analysis. Topics include hydrologic processes and water balances in the landscape, saturated and unsaturated flow in soils, drainage, basic aquifer mechanics, environmental monitoring techniques, stream flow and storm flow dynamics in response to rainfall and watershed characteristics.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: MATH 1113, either GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2021K or GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L

    Hours:
    4



  
  • ENVS 4010K - Environmental Chemistry


    Study of the principles of Environmental Chemistry including field techniques. Topics to be covered include the chemistry of water systems, organic and inorganic pollutants in natural water systems, its transport, degradation, retention and remedial methods including Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL). Emphasis will be placed upon field sampling for monitoring, sample handling, storage, instrumentation, data analysis, GLP and quality control.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 1212, CHEM 1212L, and MATH 1113, and either GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L, or GISC 2021K

    Hours:
    4



    Notes:
    Three lectures and one lab each week.

  
  • ENVS 4901 - Special Topics in Environmental Science


    Special interest courses, which may not be transferable, are offered in response to student interest and demand. These are applied courses that address specific topics in Environmental Science (ENVS) and concentrate on a specific ENVS project relevant to the student’s major. Topics covered will be determined by the instructor and the student(s). Course proceeds by arrangement with instructor. A written proposal for the study filed with the supervising instructor is required.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • ENVS 4902 - Special Topics in Environmental Science


    Special interest courses, which may not be transferable, are offered in response to student interest and demand. These are applied courses that address specific topics in Environmental Science (ENVS) and concentrate on a specific ENVS project relevant to the student’s major. Topics covered will be determined by the instructor and the student(s). Course proceeds by arrangement with instructor. A written proposal for the study filed with the supervising instructor is required.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • ENVS 4903 - Special Topics in Environmental Science


    Special interest courses, which may not be transferable, are offered in response to student interest and demand. These are applied courses that address specific topics in Environmental Science (ENVS) and concentrate on a specific ENVS project relevant to the student’s major. Topics covered will be determined by the instructor and the student(s). Course proceeds by arrangement with instructor. A written proposal for the study filed with the supervising instructor is required.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVS 4961 - Service Learning in Environmental Science


    This is an applied course that addresses special topics in Environmental Science utilizing Geospatial Science and Technology. The course consists of real-world project design and implementation through service- learning partnerships with local government and industry. Students are required to work as a team with other students and with members of the community and a written proposal for the project filed with the supervising instructor is required.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L or GISC 2021K

    Hours:
    1



  
  • ENVS 4962 - Service Learning in Environmental Science


    This is an applied course that addresses special topics in Environmental Science utilizing Geospatial Science and Technology. The course consists of real-world project design and implementation through service- learning partnerships with local government and industry. Students are required to work as a team with other students and with members of the community and a written proposal for the project filed with the supervising instructor is required.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L or GISC 2021K

    Hours:
    2



  
  • ENVS 4963 - Service Learning in Environmental Science


    This is an applied course that addresses special topics in Environmental Science utilizing Geospatial Science and Technology. The course consists of real-world project design and implementation through service- learning partnerships with local government and industry. Students are required to work as a team with other students and with members of the community and a written proposal for the project filed with the supervising instructor is required.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L or GISC 2021K

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ENVS 4981 - Internship in Environmental Science


    A work-study program in which students work part-time or full-time with a community partner. A committee representing both partners will evaluate the student’s performance.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • ENVS 4982 - Internship in Environmental Science


    A work-study program in which students work part-time or full-time with a community partner. A committee representing both partners will evaluate the student’s performance.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • ENVS 4983 - Internship in Environmental Science


    A work-study program in which students work part-time or full-time with a community partner. A committee representing both partners will evaluate the student’s performance.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • ESLC 1101 - Classroom Communication & College Orientation


    This is an advanced course designed to help non-native speakers succeed in the American college/university setting by improving their pronunciation and by developing the skills necessary classroom skills. Students will develop all language skills with a focus on English phonology, oral presentations, small group work, debate, and professor-student communication. Students will also become familiar with the opportunities and resources available to them in the college community.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • ETEC 1101 - Electronic Technology in the Classroom


    This course is an introduction to using personal computers to communicate with individuals and organizations and to access, store, and analyze information. Emphasis is on exploring the role of technology in present and future learning experiences. Topics include the digital divide, virtual communities, telecommuting, job search and readiness, e-commerce, globalization, privacy versus security, and intellectual property in cyberspace. Students will use their practical technology skills to create word-processed documents, an electronic presentation, and a Web page.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Beginning level skill in Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint. Exited Learning Support in Reading and English.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • FARS 1001 - Elementary Farsi I


    Introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Farsi and to the culture of Farsi-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least one (1) additional hour per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FARS 1002 - Elementary Farsi II


    Continued listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Farsi and to the culture of Farsi-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least one (1) additional hour per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FARS 1001 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FARS 1120 - Elementary Farsi I & II


    FARS 1120 is equivalent to FARS 1001 and 1002 combined. Introduction to and continuation of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Farsi and the culture of Farsi-speaking regions. This course meets six (6) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least two (2) additional hours per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

    Hours:
    8



  
  • FARS 2001 - Intermediate Farsi I


    Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from Farsi-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in Farsi.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FARS 1002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FARS 2002 - Intermediate Farsi II


    Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from Arabic-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in Arabic.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FARS 2001 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FARS 2120 - Intermediate Farsi I & II


    FARS 2120 is the continuation of FARS 1002 or 1120 and is equivalent to FARS 2001 and 2001 combined. Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from Farsi-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in Farsi.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FARS 1002, FARS 1120, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    6



  
  • FINC 2490 - Personal Finance


    A study of a use of individual funds, including budgeting, mortgages, insurance, equity investments, debt investments, mutual funds, asset allocation, and retirement. Significant on-line research is required. A course available to students from any major; for business majors, the course is an elective.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: MATH 1001, MATH 1101, MATH 1111, MATH 1113, or MATH 1450

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 3440 - Principles of Finance


    A study of financial concepts with emphasis on understanding how the principles of financial management can be used to enhance the value of a firm. Topics include the time value of money, valuation models for bonds and stocks, the relationship of risk and rate of return, capital management fundamentals and financial statement analysis.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: ECON 2106 and ACCT 2101 with grades of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 3499 - Special Topics in Finance


    This course will be an in depth examination of a finance topic. The course may be an independent study under the supervision of a member of the finance faculty or may be a formal class. The content and requirements of this course will vary depending on the instructor and the subject of the course. This is a 1-3 credit hour course. The course may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours if the topic is different.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Admission to Upper Division

    Hours:
    1-3



  
  • FINC 4410 - Derivative Securities and Risk Management


    A study of the derivative securities, which are contracts whose values derive from the prices of underlying assets, such as equities, debt, currencies and commodities. The main focus is on the application & valuation of derivative securities, such as option, forwards, futures and swaps. Emphasis is placed on the use of derivative securities by corporations & financial institutions to manage risk.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4420 - Real Estate Finance


    A course that covers topic on the theory and practice of financing real estate acquisitions. The courses content emphasized the development, origination and underwriting of residential mortgages. In addition, the courses presents the mechanics of the secondary mortgage markets.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4430 - Financial Institution Management


    A study of the management of financial institutions in a dynamic environment. The major topics emphasized include managing risk associated with fixed income securities, the regulatory environment facing financial institutions, measuring financial institution performance, & the credit function. Special emphasis will be given to commercial banking firms.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4440 - Corporate Finance


    This course provides the necessary financial theory for all students with majors in Finance, which will allow them to understand the process of financial decision-making within an organization. The course includes the essential theories of markets, risk, return, valuation and how these theories are applied to financial management decisions in the areas of working capital management, capital budgeting, capital structure, and distribution policy. These areas of financial decision-making are explored in both domestic and international environments.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4450 - Insurance and Risk Management


    The course covers topics on identifying and evaluating life, property and liability, health and retirement risk exposures and analyzing the methods of managing these risks. The course emphasizes risk management and insurance principles, and techniques for dealing with potential losses to individuals and businesses.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4460 - Public Finance


    A study of the principles and techniques of government debt; specific tax and non-tax revenues; and expenditures at the national, state and local levels.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4470 - Investment Management


    A study of the techniques, vehicles and strategies for implementing investment goals in light of risk-return tradeoffs. Focuses both on individual securities and on portfolios of securities.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FINC 4480 - Financial Policy


    A course focused on company distribution policies, corporate capital structure, and issuing costs of public debt and equity securities and the consequences of mergers and acquisitions. The course content includes tax policies associated with these topics and the use of various models to analyze different company financing choices.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and FINC 3440 with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 1001 - Elementary French I


    Introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French and to the culture of French-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least one (1) additional hour per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FREN 1001H - Honors Beginning French


    An intensive course introducing vocabulary and basic grammatical structures through contextualized, task-based exercises. Classroom instruction is conducted solely in French and consists of interactive, collaborative work with practical application in authentic situations to develop the four basic skills. For Honors Program students. Not open to native speakers.

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FREN 1002 - Elementary French II


    Continued listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French and to the culture of French-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least one (1) additional hour per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 1001 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FREN 1002H - Honors Elementary French II


    Honors FREN 1002 is an enriched continuation of FREN 1001 that focuses on skills development in speaking, listening, comprehension, reading, writing, and familiarization with aspects of the target culture. The course delivery combines three hours of in-class lecture with instructional delivery through lab assignments, online course work, and service learning where applicable. The Honors course is sometimes taught on an individualized basis or in conjunction with a regular section of FREN 1002. The honors section fosters greater development of skills through personalized attention and specialized assignments. For enrollment in Honors classes, students must have a 3.2 college GPA, or incoming freshmen must show a combined 1100+ SAT (or 24+ ACT) and a 3.5+ high school GPA. Students must have completed any LS requirements.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 1001 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FREN 1006A - Accelerated Elementary French


    An accelerated 4-credit course for students with one to two years of a foreign language in high school. Can be taken in lieu of FREN 1001 and 1002 or their equivalent. This communication-based program provides an intensive introduction to the first year of French. It stresses proficiency through fundamental grammar, conversation, composition, and diction and familiarizes students with aspects of the target cultures.

    Hours:
    4



  
  • FREN 2001 - Intermediate French I


    Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from French-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 1002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2001H - Honors Intermediate French I


    Honors Intermediate French I is an enriched version of FREN 2001. The first of two intermediate language courses presenting the fundamentals of grammar, pronunciation, conversation, reading and writing. Designed to increase proficiency in French skills through study of authentic materials: dialogues, readings, writing exercises, and dictation/pronunciation drills. This course continues familiarizing students with the culture of French speaking regions. Students who completed a third year of high school French with a grade of A may be a candidate to take this course; students may also take a placement test to gain access to FREN 2001. The Honors course is sometimes taught on an individualized basis or in conjunction with a regular section of FREN 2001. The honors section is a more intensive course that will build greater development of skills through personalized attention and specialized assignments. For enrollment in Honors classes, students must have a 3.2 college GPA, or incoming freshmen must show a combined 1100+ SAT (or 24+ ACT) and a 3.5+ high school GPA. Students must have completed any LS requirements.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 1002 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2002 - Intermediate French II


    Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from French-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2001 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2002H - Honors Intermediate French II


    Honors Intermediate French II is the second of two intermediate language courses presenting the fundamentals of grammar, pronunciation, conversation, and reading and writing. This honors section will provide a more rigorous immersion into conversation and reading comprehension using real world and culturally-oriented readings to expand students’ knowledge of the French-speaking world. Students will have a comprehensive review of grammar designed to strengthen and consolidate earlier course work. The Honors course is sometimes taught on an individualized basis or in conjunction with a regular section of FREN 2002. The honors section fosters greater development of scholarly potential through personalized attention and specialized assignments. For enrollment in Honors classes, students must have a 3.2 college GPA, or incoming freshmen must show a combined 1100+ SAT (or 24+ ACT) and a 3.5+ high school GPA. Students must have completed any LS requirements.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2001 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2006A - Accelerated Intermediate French


    An accelerated intermediate course appropriate for students with significant prior experience in French who wish to complete the intermediate level in one semester. This communication-based program extends and deepens awareness and use of linguistic functions in French and introduces the history and culture of Francophone countries. This course provides a review of grammar and stresses proficiency through oral and written communication. The course includes cultural and literary selections of the French-speaking world and web-enhanced instruction. Can be taken in lieu of FREN 2001 and 2002 or their equivalent. Recommended for minors and majors in French. Conducted in the target language. May not be taken by students who have completed FREN 2001 and 2002 or their equivalent. Open to native or heritage speakers of the language.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 1002, FREN 1006A, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2920 - Intermediate I-Quebec Civilization & Culture


    An overview of the history of Quebec from 1535 to the present day. Taught at the lower intermediate level. Offered as Studies Abroad credit only.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2930 - Intermediate I-French Language


    Building on the elementary foundations, a study of the structure of the French language for second-year students. Offered as Studies Abroad credit only.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2940 - Intermediate I-French Phonetics and Conversation


    A practical course dealing with corrective phonetics and increasing the ability to converse in French using present, past and future time instructions. Offered as Studies Abroad credit only.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 2950 - Study Abroad


    The study of the French language and French culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • FREN 2960 - Study Abroad


    The study of the French language and French culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • FREN 2970 - Study Abroad


    The study of the French language and French culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • FREN 2990 - Special Topics


    Study of an area of language, literature or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and announced in advance. May be repeated for 1-3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: FREN 2001 and FREN 2002, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    1-3



  
  • FREN 3000 - French Grammar & Composition


    A thorough review and expansion of the main grammatical concepts, rules and applications studied in FREN 1001, 1002, 2001 and 2002 courses. A practical application of grammar study through translations (English to French), formal/informal writing, some listening and speaking and refinement of self-editing skills. This is an on-line course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: FREN 2001 and FREN 2002, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3010 - French Culture and Civilization I


    A survey of the historical, sociological, philosophical, literary and artistic developments of France up to modern times. Conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2002 or FREN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3020 - French Culture and Civilization II


    A survey of the historical, sociological, philosophical, literary and Artistic developments of modern-day France and the Francophone world. Conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2002 or FREN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3030 - Francophone Cinema


    A variable topics course which means to introduce students to particular cultural aspects of the francophone world through a close study and examination of its films. The course is organized around a series of topics, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of contemporary French film as it relates to French culture, politics, history and society.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3200 - The Francophone World


    A study of the French speaking areas of the world including, Asia, Canada, the Caribbean, North and West Africa, and the Pacific islands, with emphasis on the interplay between indigenous culture and French culture as examined through historical, literary, and artistic expression. Class conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2001 or FREN 2002, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3310 - French Conversation


    Guided informal discussions on assigned topics. Intended to increase fluency, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary, and master idiomatic expressions. Assignments include compositions, dictation, and oral presentations. Class conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2002 or FREN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3410 - French Phonetics


    An intensive study of pronunciation building fluent expression through corrective phonetics, requiring the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet and phonetic transcriptions. Class conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2002 or FREN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3510 - French Grammar and Composition


    A thorough review and expansion of the main grammatical concepts, rules and applications studied in FREN 1001, 1002, 2001 and 2002 courses. A practical application of grammar study through translations (English to French), formal/informal writing, some listening and speaking and refinement of self-editing skills. This is an on-line course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2002 or FREN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3610 - Commercial French


    An introduction to the economic and business practices of contemporary France and the Francophone world. Conducted in French.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: FREN 2002 or FREN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3920 - Intermediate II-Quebec Civilization & Culture


    Further readings and work in Quebec’s history and culture. Offered as Studies Abroad credit only.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3930 - Intermediate II-French Language


    Continued study of French and syntax at the higher intermediate level. Offered as Studies Abroad credit only.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3940 - Intermediate II-French Phonetics & Conversation


    A continuation of the intermediate phonetics course focusing on the ability to hypothesize and to deal with complicated situations in conversation while pronouncing correctly. Offered as Studies Abroad credit only.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • FREN 3950 - Study Abroad


    The study of the French language and French culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • FREN 3960 - Study Abroad


    The study of the French language and French culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



 

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