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ENGL 414 Special Methods in the Teaching of English Language Arts (3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Co-requisites: ENGL 415 .
Study of methods and materials for teaching English language arts in grades 5-Adult. Emphasis on adopting a teacher/researcher model of teaching, on developing instructional strategies for facilitating integration of the language arts, and on learning effective ways to communicate respect for learners from all backgrounds and at all developmental levels. Students who anticipate student teaching in the Fall should take 414 the preceding Fall. Grade of C or better required to pass.
Term Offered: (F)
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ENGL 415 Practicum in the Teaching of English Language Arts (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Co-requisites: ENGL 414 .
Supervised experience teaching fundamentals of reading, composition, and effective language usage. Emphasis on implementing a teacher/researcher model of teaching, on facilitating integration of the language arts, and on effectively communicating respect for learners from all backgrounds and at all developmental levels.
Term Offered: (F)
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ENGL 431A Advanced Mini-Courses, British Literature prior to the Restoration (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 432A Advanced Mini-Courses, British Literature from the Restoration through the Romantics (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 433A Advanced Mini-Courses, British Literature from Victorian to the Present (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 434A Advanced Mini-Courses, American Literature from the Beginnings to the Civil War (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 435A Advanced Mini-Courses, American Literature from the Civil War to the Present (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 436A Advanced Mini-Courses, Anglophone Literature (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 437A Advanced Mini-Courses, Literature in English Translation (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 438A Advanced Mini-Courses, Advanced Special Topics (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 439A Advanced Mini-Courses, Linguistics; Literary Theory and Criticism; Research Methods (1)
Prerequisites: ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better; and one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 ; or consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 440A Advanced Mini-Courses, Advanced Individual Research Project (1)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status; ENGL 205 with a grade of C or better (or demonstration of comparable writing skills); one of the following: ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , ENGL 326 , ENGL 327 , or ENGL 328 (or demonstration of comparable reading skills); and consent of the instructor
Designed primarily for students pursuing a major, minor, or teaching content specialization in English, these mini-courses may be appropriate for upper-level students in other disciplines as well. They focus on major authors, genres, themes, literary movements, or other selected aspects.
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ENGL 450 Advanced Studies (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Advanced and extended exploration of topics addressed in other English courses at Concord. This course is intended for students who have already successfully completed the appropriate lower numbered course. May be repeated for credit.
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ENGL 470 Independent Study (1, 2, 3)
Prerequisites: A 2.5 overall GPA; ENGL 203 , ENGL 204 , or ENGL 205 ; and consent of the instructor.
Typically, the course will be an in-depth study of a subject (mutually agreed upon by the student and the instructor) not normally treated in other courses. Applications may be picked up from the Division Chairperson.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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ENGL 480 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of Faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Division Chairperson for further information.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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ENGL 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of Faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Division Chairperson for further information.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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Finance |
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FIN 200 Personal Financial Planning (3)
A comprehensive survey of the financial goals of an individual and steps to achieve these goals. Topics include investment planning, tax planning, estate planning, retirement planning, and consumer credit.
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FIN 301 Principles of Investing (3)
A survey course for non-business majors. The course will offer a comprehensive discussion of investment issues with individual investors as the central focus. Quantitative skills required for the course will not exceed familiarity with basic arithmetic operations.
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FIN 311 Principles of Managerial Finance (3)
Prerequisites: ACCT 207 .
An introductory course focusing on financial analysis and planning, time value of money, valuation of bonds and stocks, capital budgeting, and other topics.
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FIN 315 Intermediate Financial Management (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311
Analysis of conceptual issues critical to efficient financial management. Valuation, Cost of Capital, Capital Structure, Dividend Policy, Capital Budgeting, Mergers and Acquisitions are among the topics covered.
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FIN 316 Investments (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
Analysis of the contractual features of securities; mechanics of investments; tests applied in the selection of securities; financial institutions.
Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Division of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
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FIN 325 Bank Management (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
The course offers a comprehensive study of the asset and liability management of a commercial bank. Application of various risk management techniques, capital requirements issues, bank performance will be among the issues covered. The course may be taught as a simulation course at the discretion of the instructor.
Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Division of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
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FIN 401 Portfolio Management (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
The course discusses the tools and techniques available to a portfolio manager. Advance Valuation techniques, Modern Portfolio Theory, Performance Evaluation, Efficient Market Theory, Market Anomalies, Asset Allocation, Active or Passive Investment Strategy, Options and Futures will consist the core areas for the course. Conceptual understanding will be emphasized.
Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Division of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
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FIN 407 Financial Institutions (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
An introduction to security markets, security analysis including options, and portfolio theory and management.
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FIN 411 Corporate Finance Problems (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
Theoretical and practical tools in financial decision making are discussed using cases. Major areas of concern are financial analysis and planning, working capital policy, accounts receivable management, capital budgeting, valuation, capital structure, and dividend policy.
Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Division of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
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FIN 436 International Financial Management (3)
Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
Issues pertinent to financial decision making within an international context, including financial management of multinational firms, foreign currency markets and exchange rate dynamics, international money and capital markets, and portfolio analysis.
Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Division of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
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French |
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FREN 101 Elementary French I (3)
The most basic patterns of French grammar. Basic vocabulary and development of beginning skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the French language. Emphasis on the present tense.
Term Offered: (F)
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FREN 102 Elementary French II (3)
Prerequisites: FREN 101 or one year of high school French or consent of instructor
Further development of elementary skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending. Expansion of tenses, moods, and sentence complexity.
Term Offered: (S)
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FREN 201 Intermediate French I (3)
Prerequisites: FREN 101 -FREN 102 or equivalent, or two years of high school French, or consent of instructor.
Readings in Francophone cultures and literature; review and expansion of French grammar and vocabulary; practice in writing, speaking, and comprehending the language.
Term Offered: (F)
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FREN 202 Intermediate French II (3)
Prerequisites: FREN 101 -FREN 102 or equivalent, or three years of high school French, or consent of instructor.
Further readings in Francophone cultures and literature; review and enhancement of French grammar and vocabulary; practice in writing, speaking, and comprehending the language.
Term Offered: (S)
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Geography |
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GEOG 101 Principles of World Cultural Geography (3)
A survey course covering the culture regions of the world. Emphasis is placed on the geographic themes of place, location, movement, regions, human/environment interaction and landscape.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOG 200 Principles of Physical Geography (3)
An introductory course that studies the Earth as the environment of man. It emphasizes the physical pattern of climates, landforms, soils, vegetations, and natural resources.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOG 250 Regional Studies (3)
Regional studies focus on selected portions of the Earth’s surface and the interdependency of nations. Regional geography courses prepare students to be aware of and understand people culturally different from themselves. Courses include the following: Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, Russia, Asia, The Appalachians, Latin America, the U.S.-Mexico Borderlands, and North America. Regional courses may be taken repeatedly for credit, so long as there is no duplication of the area studied. Region of study will be reported on the student’s transcript
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOG 300 Sustainable Development (3)
A study of the need for conservation, its practice and philosophy. Emphasis on the interaction of people and the environment they inhabit.
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GEOG 301 Economic Geography (3)
A study of the nature, distribution, and spatial dynamics of economic activities.
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GEOG 311 Computer Cartography (3)
The construction, interpretation, and analysis of maps and aerial photography. Students will use cartographic computer software and peripheral equipment to accomplish these course objectives.
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GEOG 312 Advanced Computer Cartography (3)
Prerequisites: GEOG 311 .
Advanced issues and techniques in the construction, interpretation, and analysis of maps. Students will master an expanded variety of cartographic computer software and peripheral equipment to accomplish these course objectives.
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GEOG 320 Political Geography (3)
A study of the role of geographic conditions and considerations in local, national, and international politics. Special attention is given to political problems and topics of current interest.
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GEOG 321 Advanced Cultural Geography (3)
A systematic survey of culture through the topics of human origins, demographics, agriculture, politics, language, religion, folk societies, ethnicity, and urban life. There is an emphasis on popular culture.
Also listed as: SOC 310
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GEOG 330 Geography of Tourism and Outdoor Recreation (3)
A study of the patterns of pleasure travel and processes of recreation, with emphasis on the geographic factors which influence demand, usage, and development of recreation areas and facilities.
Also listed as: RTM 340 .
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GEOG 340 Geography of Soils and Agricultural Land Use (4)
A study of the soil physical and chemical properties that influence a soil’s agricultural suitability. Field analysis and soil sampling, land capability assessment, water infiltration and retention studies, and soil texture and nutrient status analysis are done in the field and laboratory.
Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
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GEOG 360 Meteorology and Climatology (4)
Prerequisites: GEOG 200 or permission of instructor.
A study of the earth-atmosphere system’s energy flows, dynamic climatology, the principles that produce the climate patterns of the past and the present, and of the climate change forcing mechanisms that will generate the climates of the future.
Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
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GEOG 410 Urban Geography (3)
Examines the historical, social, economic, and political processes shaping the urban landscape. Studies geographical models of urban land use. The course also covers contemporary issues facing North American cities.
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GEOG 411 Geographic Information Systems (3)
Prerequisites: GEOG 311 .
The construction, maintenance, analysis, and display of computerized geographic databases.
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GEOG 412 Advanced Geographic Information Systems (3)
Prerequisites: GEOG 311 , GEOG 411 ; MATH 105 .
Advanced issues in the use and design of Geographic Information Systems.
Note: HIST 101, 102 are recommended for all other courses in history.
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GEOG 450 Field Methods, Internships, and Research in Geography (3-6)
Prerequisites: Upper-class standing and consent of instructor.
Classroom, field, and library experience in the tools and methodology of geographic research. A faculty approved internship may be substituted in lieu of the above. Students will develop a topic and present a formal paper based on their research.
Note: HIST 101, 102 are recommended for all other courses in history.
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GEOG 460 Special Topics in Geography (3)
Advanced study in specific geographic topics. May be taken repeatedly for credit. Topic of study will be included on student’s transcript. Examples of topics include Native American Geography, and Historical Geography.
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GEOG 465 Geography Capstone (3)
Prerequisites: GEOG 101 , GEOG 200
The course is intended to provide students with an integrated overview of the discipline of geography and to prepare students for careers in geography.
Note: HIST 203-204 or permission of the instructor are prerequisites for all advanced courses in United States history.
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GEOG 502 Political Geography (3)
This course examines the role of geographic conditions and considerations in local, national, and international politics. Special attention is given to political problems and topics of current interest.
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GEOG 510 Urban Geography (3)
The class examines social and environmental issues facing America’s cities. The class culminates with a trip to Washington, DC for a week of seminars with experts from government, academia, the media, and community organizations.
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GEOG 514 Physical Geography (3)
This course explores the nature of how earth’s environments have affected human land use and occupancy patterns; and how human activity has impacted and altered earth’s natural environments.
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GEOG 517 Learning with Maps (3)
This course is designed to prepare teachers to introduce PreK-12 students to maps and mapmaking. The course develops an understanding of grade-appropriate cartographic material and cartographic teaching techniques. The course also focuses on implementing methods for teaching the construction of maps. A third emphasis of the course involves exploring methods of using maps to communicate a variety of central environmental and social topics. Finally, in addition to cartographic techniques, students will learn principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and GIS teaching methods.
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GEOG 518 Cartography (3)
Cartography is the study of maps and mapmaking. Students will learn how to read and make various kinds of maps. Cartography has become a computer oriented field. This orientation will be represented in this class and students will use computers to make maps.
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GEOG 519 Advanced Cartography (3)
Advanced Cartography is a continuation and amplification of GEOG 518 . Advanced cartographic techniques including transformation between raster and vector image formats, warping, and three-dimensional mapping. The course also examines advanced thematic mapping methods and design.
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GEOG 520 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3)
This course will enable students to develop the necessary skills related to geographic information. Students will develop skills to analyze and manipulate geographic data by demonstrating the use of GIS functions and cartographic proficiency. Students will use the National Center for Geographic Information and Analysis (NCGIA) Core Curriculum.
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GEOG 521 Advanced Geographic Information Systems (3)
This course challenges students to think critically about GIS in various terms other than the technical. Course topics include determining which GIS to use, to explore various projects using GIS, societal issues of GIS, managing a GIS, Meta-Data and the future of GIS.
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GEOG 522 North America (3)
This course examines people and cultures of North America by sub-regions. Course topics include the physical environments, agriculture, religion, language, popular culture, city life, geopolitics, perceptions and the economic geography of North America.
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GEOG 523 Southeast Asia (3)
This course provides students with an in depth study of SE Asia and surrounding countries. It approaches SE Asia from the perspective of environments, culture and geo-politics.
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GEOG 524 Geography of Latin America (3)
This course will be a systematic introduction to the human geography of Latin America.
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GEOG 525 Geography of the US-Mexico Borderlands (3)
The course is a systematic introduction to the geography of the US-Mexico borderlands.
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GEOG 526 North Africa and the Middle East (3)
This course analyzes the physical processes and the cultural elements of this region.
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GEOG 550 World Cultural Geography (3)
This course systematically surveys people and their environments by regions. It is an introduction to the concept of culture and the themes of geography. It introduces the idea of cultural connections between people and places across the globe. Course topics include human origins, human/environment interaction, population, agriculture, language, religion, political patterns, urban life, and economic systems.
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GEOG 551 Advanced Cultural Geography (3)
This course is thematic in nature. It offers an in depth study of human geography and culture through the topics of human origins, population, agriculture, political patterns, language religion, folk societies, ethnicity, landscape, and urban life. There will be an emphasis placed on popular culture.
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GEOG 552 American Indians (3)
This course focuses on the American Indian from prehistoric to contemporary times. Topics include the peopling of the Americas, Indians and the environment, Indian movement (s), Indian culture and government relation. A goal of this course is “demystify” the American Indian. Students should come to see Indians as a minority people.
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GEOG 553 Geomorphology (4)
This course examines basic environmental concepts and the processes behind our physical landscapes. Students will develop an understanding of environmental philosophies and the importance of human/environmental interaction.
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GEOG 554 Geographic Alliance Summer Institute (3-6)
This course is an intensive 14-day course that meets for 90 plus hours. It includes lecture and field trips as it introduces students to geography as a discipline in which critical thinking application and contemporary technological skills play a significant role. The basic focus is the study of spatial patterns in human and natural phenomena. The expected outcome is that students will appreciate and think critically about the relationship of people and the environment. The Alliance Summer Geography Institute schedule follows the educational outcomes outlined by the West Virginia DOE.
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GEOG 555 Special Topics/ National Geographic Workshop (3)
This course provides students with an opportunity to do advanced study in geographic topics. May be taken more than once for credit. Possible topics might include any of the National Geographic Workshops.
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GEOG 4601 Special Studies in Geography (1)
Provides concentrated study on a specific topic. It may be repeated for credit, and the title of the special study will be included on the student’s transcript. Examples of special studies include: Introduction to Geographic Thought, GPS Applications in GIS, and Readings in Geography.
Note: HIST 203-204 or permission of the instructor are prerequisites for all advanced courses in United States history.
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Geology |
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GEOL 101 Earth Processes, Resources, and the Environment (4)
Study of Earth systems and the connection between people, resources, and the environment. Topics include minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic hazards, water, pollution, and global environmental change. A General Studies lab science.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab or field.
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GEOL 150 Oceanography (4)
Interaction of geological, biological, chemical, and physical processes in the oceans, and the relationship between people and the marine environment. A General Studies lab science.
Term Offered: (F, S)
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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GEOL 202 Evolution of Earth Systems (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 .
Study of changes in the Earth’s crust, global climate, oceans, and life through 4.6 billion years of geological time. Topics include fossils, mass extinctions, and the geologic development of the Appalachians. Lab emphasizes field study of southern West Virginia geology. A General Studies lab science.
Term Offered: (S)
Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field.
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GEOL 205 Environmental Geology and Geophysics (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 . MATH 103 recommended.
Application of geologic principles focusing on the interactions between people and the environment. Includes study of surface and groundwater resources, natural hazards, geophysical methods, and human-induced environ mental problems. A General Studies lab science.
Term Offered: (F)
Three hours lecture, two hours lab or field.
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GEOL 215 Field Studies in Appalachian Geology (3)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 , GEOL 202 .
A regional field study of the geology of the Appalachians and an introduction to geologic field methods. Field laboratory work required. Additional fee for summer travel.
Term Offered: (Summer - even years)
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GEOL 220 Special Topics (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of geology or environmental science. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. Examples include Environmental Remote Sensing, Resource Geology. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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GEOL 341 Process Geomorphology (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 .
Study of processes operating on Earth’s surface and the evolution and distribution of landforms. Introduction to watershed hydrology and other environmental applications.
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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GEOL 370 Earth Materials and Minerals (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 , CHEM 100 or CHEM 101 .
Study of the identification, classification, geochemistry, and origin of minerals and rock bodies, with emphasis on igneous and metamorphic processes in continental crust. Introduction to optical mineralogy and environmental issues related to minerals and mining.
Term Offered: (S)
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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GEOL 371 Optical Mineralogy (2)
Prerequisites: GEOL 370 or concurrently.
Identification and optical properties of minerals using petrographic and metallurgical microscopes.
One hour lecture, two hours lab.
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GEOL 375 Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary Petrology (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 370 .
Description and classification of rocks in hand sample and thin section. Includes study of the origin of rock bodies within various tectonic environments.
Term Offered: (S)
Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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GEOL 380 Sedimentary Geology (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 and GEOL 202 .
Principles of stratigraphy and sedimentology, including the origin and interpretation of sedimentary environments and rocks. Lab emphasizes field techniques, analysis, and interpretation.
Term Offered: (F-odd years)
Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field.
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GEOL 385 Structural Geology (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 and MATH 103 (or equivalent proficiency); MATH 104 and PHYS 101 (or concurrently) recommended.
Study of the mechanics and physics of rock deformation, the origin of geologic structures, and global mountain-building processes. Lab emphasizes geometric problem solving and Appalachian field studies.
Term Offered: (F-even years)
Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field.
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GEOL 404 Field Geology (6)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 , GEOL 202 , GEOL 370 , and permission of instructor.
Techniques and practice of geologic field mapping in diverse settings. Includes map and cross-section preparation, structural analysis, and written interpretive reports. Taught as a field laboratory course in the Rocky Mountains of central Colorado, northern New Mexico, and Utah. Additional fee for summer travel required.
Term Offered: (Summer - odd years)
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GEOL 420 Special Topics in Geology or Environmental Science (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected topics to be announced. Topics indicated by title on transcript; recent examples include: Tectonics of Mountain Belts, Ground Penetrating Radar, Groundwater Hydrology. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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GEOL 450 Geology Research I (3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
Independent research in geology. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOL 451 Geology Research II (3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
Independent research in geology. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOL 452 Environmental Science Research I (3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
Independent research in environmental science. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOL 453 Environmental Science Research II (3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
Independent research in environmental science. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.
Term Offered: (F, S)
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GEOL 1011 Introduction to Cave Geology (1)
Study of the development of caves, the factors that influence cave diversity, and cave features. Safety in caving is stressed, and students will be required to obtain limited personal caving equipment.
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German |
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GER 101 Elementary German I (3)
The basic patterns of German grammar. Emphasis on basic vocabulary and on developing skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the German language.
Term Offered: (F)
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GER 102 Elementary German II (3)
Prerequisites: GER 101 or one year of high school German or consent of instructor.
Further development of skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending.
Term Offered: (S)
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Health Education |
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H ED 120 Personal Health (3)
The study of personal health as it relates to children through adults.
Term Offered: (F)
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H ED 200 Foundations of Health Education (3)
Prerequisites: H ED 120 .
A study of the historical, philosophical, sociological, psychological, and scientific foundations of health education. Consideration is given to individual and societal factors which contribute to and/or influence the elements of physical, social, emotional, spiritual and intellectual health.
Term Offered: (F)
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H ED 303 Principles of Mental and Emotional Health (2)
A study of mental and emotional health, and the effects of attitudes, emotions and relationships on health and wellbeing. Consideration is given to stress with an emphasis on appropriate management techniques and strategies.
Term Offered: (F)
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H ED 304 Principles of Nutrition and Weight Management (2)
A management approach to the cause and the nature of health and well being, and health deterioration, emphasizing health maintenance and disease prevention through nutrition and weight control.
Term Offered: (S)
Note: (General Studies Requirement)
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H ED 305 Human Disease and Prevention (2)
A study of the causation and prevention of the major chronic and infectious diseases which affect the quality of an individual’s life. Major signs and symptoms of disease as well as treatment will be discussed.
Term Offered: (F)
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H ED 306 Principles of Human Sexuality (3)
This course is designed to provide students with the content knowledge needed to teach, facilitate, and/or educate target audiences about issues pertaining to sex education. Emphasis will be placed on biological, psychological, and sociocultural issues pertaining to growth, development and family planning.
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H ED 400 Methods and Materials in Health Education (3)
Prerequisites: H ED 120 , H ED 200 , and EDUC 210
Theory and application of health instruction planning and instruction, including materials, curriculum development and a variety of teaching methods appropriate for the 5-Adult setting. A 15-hour school-based field experience is required.
Term Offered: (S)
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H ED 415 Community Health and Health Promotion (2)
Prerequisites: H ED 120 and H ED 200 .
A study of community health and the processes involved in the planning, implementing and assessing community health related programming. Special attention is given to cultural health issues. A class service-learning project is required.
Term Offered: (S)
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HLTH 500 Foundations of Health Education & Health Promotion (3)
To provide the graduate student with an overview of general principles and concepts of health education and promotion applicable to traditional work settings. Theoretical models used to explain why people adopt or fail to adopt health promoting behaviors will also be addressed.
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HLTH 510 Physical Activity, Nutrition (3)
Obesity is now ranked as one of the most critical public health threats of the 21st Century. Physical activity and nutrition play primary roles in weight management. This course will examine the nature, extent, and consequences of obesity in the US, and how social, environmental, genetic, cultural, and other factors influence its increased prevalence. The direct relationship with physical activity and dietary intake will be examined, and lifestyle changes necessary to reverse the trend identified.
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HLTH 515 Advanced Content in Health Promotion (3)
A content driven course that will allow the practitioner to better understand the framing of most health related programming. Topical overviews will include; ATOD use, misuse, and abuse, stress management, social interactions, concepts related to holistic health, and human sexuality.
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