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Finance
	FIN 201 - Personal Financial Planning [3 credit(s)] Introduction to concepts in finance (risk, return, liquidity, horizon, inflation, and taxation) applied to personal financial planning; impact of career choice on discretionary income; basic financial planning; investing at low risk vs. aggressive investing; investing in real assets, commodities, and related topics. NOTE: BBA students may take this course only as a free elective. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 350 - Financial Decision Making with Bloomberg [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ACT 222, ECN 201 and ECN 202. This course will cover the application of financial software and institutional financial data systems. There are two key parts to the course: (1) learning how to use the software; (2) learning about trading in the markets. Knowledge of Bloomberg provides a background in data extraction and analysis for the industry leading data systems. Financial software also includes applications in Excel, modeling software, simulation programs, options analysis, trading models, and other financial software analysis programs. The FTS (Financial Trading System) and the Think or Swim trading platform software provides numerous different opportunities to learn about how markets work by participating in simulation trading and case studies. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 351 - Introduction To Financial Management [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ACT 222, ECN 201, ECN 202. A study of the basic tools and concepts of financial management and their application to the areas of financial statement analysis, leverage, short-term and long-term financing, financial forecasting, time value of money, working capital management, investment banking, cost of capital, capital budgeting, capital structure, valuation, dividend policy, mergers and acquisitions, and multinational finance. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 353 - Introduction to Investments [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351. An introduction to the factors affecting changes in prices of securities and their relation to objectives of personal and institutional investors. The course introduces functions, operations, and workings of various securities markets, stock, bond, option and futures. It covers factors affecting the security prices, risk, and fundamental valuation principles of security prices. Its primary focus is on the understanding of the mechanics and terminology of various security markets, and the risk and fundamental valuation principles of security prices. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 360 - Financial Markets & Institutions [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351. An analysis of the financial instruments (including derivative securities) of both domestic and international institutions of the money and capital markets; plus the operations of financial intermediaries such as commercial banks, savings and loan associations, and insurance and investment companies. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 362 - Introduction to Corporate Finance [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): FIN 351. This course investigates how companies make investment and financing decisions from the perspective of the corporate manager. It provides a framework for understanding how a corporation’s financing, investment, and dividend policies affect its value. It also provides the tools necessary for analyzing and making these decisions. Specific topics include capital budgeting, valuation, cost of capital determination, capital-structure decisions, dividend policy, short-term finance, mergers and acquisitions, and leasing. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 374 - Entrepreneurial Finance [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. The course is a survey of topics of special interest to the minor in entrepreneurship. Topics include venture capital, working capital management, financial theory, various forms of venture financing and other topics of a timely nature. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 454 - Advanced Investments [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 353. A more detailed consideration of factors studied in FIN 353, with particular emphasis on comprehensive industry analysis and common stocks, bonds, and options; portfolio theory and the portfolio management process. Course focuses upon detailed qualitative and fundamental valuation models for various financial securities; stocks, bonds, options and futures; and risk-return analysis. Emphasis is on institutional investors such as mutual funds and pension funds, and will include coverage of international investing. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 461 - Bank Management [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351; must have at least junior standing and be a declared major in the College of Business to be eligible for this course. A study of management of bank funds and the organization and structure of the commercial banking industry. Topics include the management of liquidity, investments, loans, liabilities, and capital; the impact of bank regulatory agencies and the changes in money and capital market conditions on the management of bank funds; evaluation of the performance of bank holding companies; and international banking. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 462 - Fixed Income Analysis [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FIN 353. This is a course on Fixed Income securities, their markets, valuation and risk assessment and management. Fixed Income securities are debt securities that have been issued with a fixed interest rate and includes money market securities, notes and bonds, and asset-backed securities. Topics include bond features, indentures, covenants, legal, regulatory and tax considerations, issuance, trading and funding of fixed income securities, bond cash flows and valuation, spot and forward rates, term structure of interest rates, benchmark and spread, duration and convexity, interest rate risk, credit and liquidity risk, seniority rankings, bond ratings and financial ratios, and yield spreads. Also covered is the process of asset securitization, and the characteristics of mortgage-backed securities, non-mortgage asset-backed securities, and collateralized debt obligations. Semesters Offered: When demand is sufficient Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 465 - International Finance/Investmt [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351. A survey of international trade, foreign exchange markets, balance of payments, exchange rate determination, and official reserves; international corporate finance, capital budgeting, cash management, capital structure, cost of capital, transfer pricing, and tax management; accounting translation, hedging and international banking. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 470 - Introduction to Risk & Insurance [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351. An examination of risk, methods of handling risk, the insurance mechanism, characteristics of insurance, legal concepts underlying insurance contracts, risk management, captives, types of insurers, and insurance company operations. A variety of insurance products are covered, including homeowners’ insurance, automobile insurance, umbrella coverage, title insurance, workers’ compensation, life insurance, annuities, and health insurance. The emphasis of the course is on property and liability insurance. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 473 - CFA Level I Review [2-3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FIN 353 and permission of instructor. Follows Chartered Financial Analyst Institute’s curriculum in preparing students for the CFA Level I examination. Coverage includes: ethics and professional standards; quantitative methods: statistics and time value principles; economics: macro, micro, and global; accounting: financial statement analysis; corporate finance; investment/valuation tools: equity investments, debt investments, derivative & alternative investments; and portfolio management. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 477 - Real Estate Finance [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FIN 351. A discussion of major instruments of real estate financing, the mortgage market and key financial institutions, governmental involvement in mortgage markets, credit analysis, the methodologies for appraising residential properties, and other relevant topics. The course will emphasize the use of creative financing tools and their payment patterns by analyzing detailed examples. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 479 - Real Estate Investment [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351. Analysis of factors that determine the investment returns and value of real estate, versus other alternatives. The curriculum examines decision making from the perspective of institutional, as well as individual investors, and the estimation of risk and return in an individual property and portfolio context. Methodologies for appraising income-producing properties are also analyzed. Review of current research in these areas, the implications of these results, and further directions for study are also discussed. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 480 - Portfolio Practicum [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FIN 353 and permission of instructor. This is a one-semester ‘hands-on’ course combining academic study with actual investing. As part of the course, students manage a portfolio of stocks called the Student Managed Investment Fund. Students receive a significant amount of training, resources and support in exchange for extraordinary effort. The course is unique in its support from real-world professionals that act as its Advisory Board, providing resources, insights and feedback for students. Working in groups, students analyze all stocks in their assigned sector of the stock market and make buy, sell and hold recommendations to the class. In addition, the class evaluates the historic performance of the fund. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 489 - Financial Derivatives [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 353. This is a course on derivative securities and markets and covers wide range of topics. The study of derivative securities includes contracts such as futures, options, options on futures, and swaps. Topics include, but are not limited to, characteristics of derivative markets, pricing models, trading mechanisms, contract specifications, hedging and speculation, market efficiency, corporate risk management using derivatives, and financial engineering. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 490 - Professional Internship [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FIN 351, junior standing, permission of chairperson. Requires professional finance work experience in an organizational environment which extends the curriculum and provides meaningful experience related to the student’s area of interest. Term report required. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 491 - Special Problems In Finance [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Approval of department chair and a sponsoring faculty required; must have senior standing and be a declared major in the College of Business to be eligible for this course. A flexible content/structure course to enable qualified students to pursue special areas of interest and competency. It is an opportunity for independent study, field research, or other special assignments. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 493 - Special Topics in Finance [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FIN 351; must have at least junior standing and be a declared major in the College of Business to be eligible for this course. A survey of topics of special interest to finance majors. Possible themes, topics, or issues include working capital management, forecasting, financial engineering, mergers and acquisitions, financial risk management, financial theory and other topics of a timely nature. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 495 - International Field Experience in Finance [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. This course is a specially arranged international field experience for students to gain first-hand understanding and experience of the business environment, financial management, and financial markets of a foreign country. Students will have the opportunity to observe and learn firsthand financial management practice and systems at some major companies and the financial markets and institutions of the country. In addition, students will be exposed to the unique culture and business environment and ethics of the country. Social activities and culture events will be arranged to provide opportunities to experience the culture and have a better understanding of the business and financial systems. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FIN 499H - Honors Thesis in Finance [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Open to senior honors students; must have senior standing. Requires the honors student to conduct a piece of original research in finance under the supervision of a Finance faculty member. The thesis will be presented orally and submitted as a written report. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
French
	FRN 100 - Practicum In French [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. Specially arranged projects or supervised experiences for non-native speakers in French conducted in the university and in the community. Examples: special work in the Instructional Media Laboratory, participation in a French play, tutorial activity in a basic French course, a study, or service project involving fieldwork in one of the French communities. Projects arranged between individual students and instructors; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. S/U only. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 101 - French Language Skills I [4 credit(s)] Development of proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing French. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 102 - French Language Skills II [4 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FRN 101 or the equivalent course with C or better or permission of instructor. Development of proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing French. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 192 - Special Topics: Study Abroad [1-6 credit(s)] Study of a particular topic in French language, literature, or civilization as part of the university’s Study Abroad Program. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 201 - Intermediate French [4 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 102 with a C or better, or permission of the instructor. Ongoing development of all four French language skills at an intermediate level with an emphasis on grammar and vocabulary acquisition. Content focuses on high interest topics related to contemporary French and Francophone Culture and literature. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 202 - Intermediate French Conversation [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Completion of FRN 201 with a C or better, or permission of instructor. This intermediate-level conversation class provides students with the opportunity to develop their French speaking skills around topics of cultural interest. Vocabulary building, oral and written expression, cultural analysis, and reading selections are all approached through the course topic. Topics may focus on film, Franco-American perspectives, or French in the media. May be cross-listed with a 300-level FRN course on the same topic. FRN 202 may be repeated once with change of topic. Semesters Offered: When demand is sufficient Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 203 - Readings in French [4 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Completion of FRN 201 with a C or better or permission of instructor. An introduction to the study of literary texts that serves as a bridge between the 200-level (intermediate) and 300-level (advanced) courses. Students develop reading skills and strategies to prepare them for upper-division French literature and civilization courses. A number of genres are studied, and students are introduced to basic critical tools of literary analysis including explication de texte. Course may be organized around a theme. Highly recommended for students preparing to enter graduate school where reading proficiency in a second language is required. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 210 - Basic Oral Skills [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Completion of FRN 201 with a C or better, or permission of instructor. Practice in listening comprehension; exercises designed to improve fluency, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Semesters Offered: Spring - odd years Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 240 - Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. The amount of language preparation necessary to participate in any given field experience is to be determined by the department and the instructor. Specially arranged field experience abroad provides intensive exposure to students target countries and languages. May be preceded by a special preparatory course, such as supervised individual or group work-study experience in the target country followed by a period of travel; supervised two- to six-week group travel for students interested in a language- or culture-oriented project in the target country. See semester course schedule. A field study trip to France will be offered periodically. For further information, contact the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Culture. This course may be repeated for credit. General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 292 - Special Topics: Study Abroad [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 201. Study of a particular topic in French language, literature, or civilization as part of the university’s Study Abroad Program. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 293 - Special Topics in French [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Completion of FRN 102 with a C grade or better. May be repeated for credit with a change in topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 296 - Independent Study In French [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have sophomore, junior, or senior standing. Proposed projects must be approved by a full-time department faculty member who will serve as the project advisor, and the department chairman. Student-initiated supervised projects involving French language or literature. Such as in-depth study of a particular writer, or special readings in linguistics. Independent study may be used to cover the materials of a listed course not offered in a given year. Projects arranged between individual students and instructor; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 300 - Practicum In French [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. Specially arranged projects or supervised experiences for non-native speakers in French conducted in the university and in the community. Examples: special work in the Instructional Media Laboratory, participation in a French play, tutorial activity in a basic French course, a study, or service project involving fieldwork in one of the French communities. Projects arranged between individual students and instructors; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. S/U only. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 301 - Composition and Conversation [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 201 and one additional 200 level class or permission of instructor. This course offers practice in speaking and writing on an advanced level, including grammar review. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 302 - Grammar and Vocabulary in Context [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301 , or permission of instructor. Consolidates and expands students lexical and grammatical knowledge of French in subject areas relevant to contemporary France. Semesters Offered: Spring - odd years Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 303 - France/Amerique Conversation [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301. Advanced conversation course focusing on the cultural differences between France and the United States. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 304 - French in the Media [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301. Advanced Conversation course focusing on current events using materials drawn from French media sources. Semesters Offered: Spring - odd years Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 305 - French Conversation through Film [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301 or permission of instructor. Advanced-level conversation course focusing on increasing students’ French vocabulary and conversational skills while learning about and discussing French and Francophone culture through the medium of film. Semesters Offered: Spring - even years Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 315 - French Phonetics and Diction [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301 and sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Description of the French sound system and study of the phonetic alphabet and its usage. Extensive practice in pronunciation in class and in the Instructional Media Laboratory. Required for majors seeking teaching licensure. Semesters Offered: Spring - odd years Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 316 - Translation and Interpretation [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301 or the equivalent and sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Introduction to theory and practice of translation from French to English. Workshop approach involving class discussion of students’ work-in-progress. Work required varies according to students’ level of preparation. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 340 - Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. The amount of language preparation necessary to participate in any given field experience is to be determined by the department and the instructor. Specially arranged field experience abroad provides intensive exposure to students target countries and languages. May be preceded by a special preparatory course, such as supervised individual or group work-study experience in the target country followed by a period of travel; supervised two- to six-week group travel for students interested in a language- or culture-oriented project in the target country. See semester course schedule. A field study trip to France will be offered periodically. For further information, contact the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Culture. This course may be repeated for credit. General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 344 - Foundations of France [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, FRN 301 and sophomore standing or permission of instructor. This course is a study of the social, political, economic and cultural history of France from the Roman Invasion to the reign of Louis XIV. Through a chronological study of distinctive historical periods up to the Grand Siecle, students will trace the foundations of France. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 345 - Transitions in France [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, FRN 301 and sophomore standing or permission of instructor. This course is a study of the social, political, economic and cultural history of France from the 1750s to the 1930s. Beginning with the origins of the French Revolution leading to the First Republic, focus will be on the major historical and cultural changes that shaped the social and political structures of France today. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 346 - Modern France from WWII to Today [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FRN 301 and sophomore standing or permission from the instructor. This course is a study of the social, economic and cultural history of France since WWII. Beginning with the origins and consequences of the Second World War, focus will be on the major social, political, and cultural events that shaped the characteristics, values, and challenges faced by French society today. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 371 - Literature Survey I [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301 and sophomore standing. Introductory sequence surveys the major literary movements and genres from the Middle Ages to the Revolution. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 372 - Literature Survey II [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, FRN 301 (FRN 371 or FRN 345 recommended) and sophomore standing. Introductory sequence surveys the major literary movements and genres from the 19th century to the present. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 375 - Readings in Francophone Literature [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301 and sophomore standing. An introduction to literature written in French from Francophone countries outside of France. May be organized as a survey touching on works drawn from a number of French-speaking countries, or around one or two regions such as North Africa and the Caribbean. Texts are situated in their historical context with an emphasis on identity as it relates to language, tradition and the influence and/or rejection of a colonial past. Lectures may be in English if cross-listed with WLC 265. This course may be repeated for credit. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 392 - Special Topics: Study Abroad [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FRN 301. Study of a particular topic in French language, literature, or civilization as part of the university’s Study Abroad Program. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 393 - Special Topics in French [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FRN 301 and sophomore standing or permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change in topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 396 - Independent Study In French [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have sophomore, junior, or senior standing. Proposed projects must be approved by a full-time department faculty member who will serve as the project advisor, and the department chairman. Student-initiated supervised projects involving French language or literature. Such as in-depth study of a particular writer, or special readings in linguistics. Independent study may be used to cover the materials of a listed course not offered in a given year. Projects arranged between individual students and instructor; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 400 - Practicum In French [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. Specially arranged projects or supervised experiences for non-native speakers in French conducted in the university and in the community. Examples: special work in the Instructional Media Laboratory, participation in a French play, tutorial activity in a basic French course, a study, or service project involving fieldwork in one of the French communities. Projects arranged between individual students and instructors; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. S/U only. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 402 - Advanced Composition and Grammar [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FRN 301 and one 300-level French literature course and sophomore standing. Continuation of FRN 301 on a more advanced level; development of style and accuracy. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 440 - Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. The amount of language preparation necessary to participate in any given field experience is to be determined by the department and the instructor. Specially arranged field experience abroad provides intensive exposure to students target countries and languages. May be preceded by a special preparatory course, such as supervised individual or group work-study experience in the target country followed by a period of travel; supervised two- to six-week group travel for students interested in a language- or culture-oriented project in the target country. See semester course schedule. A field study trip to France will be offered periodically. For further information, contact the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Culture. This course may be repeated for credit. General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 441 - French Capstone Field Study Project [4 credit(s)] Open to students participating in the biannual study abroad program to France who have completed a minimum of three courses in French at the 300-level or higher, or by permission of instructor. Course focuses on an individualized project under the supervision of the study abroad director that reflects research and field work on specific topics linked to France, the Auvergne region and/or Paris. Project includes written and oral components and focuses on building analytical, research, writing and oral presentation skills in French. Satisfies the capstone requirement for French majors. General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum, Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 491 - Senior Honors Project [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: For WLC Honors Students only. Project must be preapproved by project advisor who is a full-time faculty member, department chair, and department curriculum committee. An independent research project developed in cooperation with faculty advisor. Completed projects will be submitted in written form and presented in a public forum. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 491H - H: Senior Honors Project [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: French Major with Honors standing. Project must be pre-approved by project advisor who is a full-time faculty member, department chair, and department curriculum committee. An independent research project developed in cooperation with faculty advisor. Completed projects will be submitted in written form and presented orally in a public forum. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 492 - Special Topics: Study Abroad [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: FRN 301and one literature or civilization course. Study of a particular topic in French language, literature, or civilization as part of the university’s Study Abroad Program. May be repeated with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 493 - Special Topics in French [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: FRN 301 and one 300-level FRN course. May be repeated for credit with a change in topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 494 - French Capstone [3 credit(s)] Open to students who have completed a minimum of three courses in French at the 300-level or higher, or by permission of instructor. Course focuses on building analytical, research, writing and oral presentation skills in French on topics related to French and Francophone culture, literature and film. Topic will vary. Satisfies the capstone requirement for French majors. General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	FRN 496 - Independent Study In French [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have sophomore, junior, or senior standing. Proposed projects must be approved by a full-time department faculty member who will serve as the project advisor, and the department chairman. Student-initiated supervised projects involving French language or literature. Such as in-depth study of a particular writer, or special readings in linguistics. Independent study may be used to cover the materials of a listed course not offered in a given year. Projects arranged between individual students and instructor; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
General Administration
	GAD 250 - Business Communications [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, ENG 101, ENG 102, or equivalent. To develop an understanding of the principles of effective communication and to apply them to the solution of management problems in the form of written reports, memoranda and letters, and oral presentations. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
General Engineering Tech
	GET 197 - Independent Study in Engineering Technology [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Freshman standing or permission of instructor. Independent study on a special topic or project under the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit for a total of 6 credit hours with a change of topic. Technical Elective. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 240 - Programmable Logic Controllers [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EET 205 DC Circuits or equivalent, and a high-level programming language. A practical course emphasizing the use of PLCs in a wide range of industrial applications. Topics include ladder logic concepts, data manipulation, timing, discrete and analog I/O, network configuration, sequencers, and shift registers. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 255 - Introduction to Robotics and Automated Systems [3 credit(s)] Introduction to robotics and automated systems. The development of robots, different working models of robots, selection sensors, and programming of robot controllers. Introduction to computer integrated manufacturing operations, including types and components of CIM systems, economic considerations, and the integration of CIM components into a flexible manufacturing system (FMS). Laboratory projects to include construction and programming of mobile robots (e.g. LEGO Mindstorms Robots or Parallax BASIC Stamp II Boe-Bot) and the assembly and test of individual component designs for CIM systems into a miniature FMS built from the Fischertechnik models. Technical Elective. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 285 - Science of Alternative Energy [3 credit(s)] This course covers present-day energy systems and covers an in-depth analysis of the design and installation of alternative energy systems. The focus is on renewable energy sources (wind, solar, biomass), but other non-carbon-emitting sources (nuclear) and lowered-carbon sources (co-generative gas turbine plants, fuel cells) also are studied. Both the devices as well as the overall systems are analyzed. Laboratory experiments will demonstrate wind turbines, solar panels, and fuel cells. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 297 - Independent Study in Engineering Technology [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Independent study on a special topic or project under the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit for a total of 6 credit hours with a change of topic. Technical Elective. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 310 - Computer System Technology [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EET 315, EET 316 (as prerequisites or corequisites). Data and computer communication principles, including structure and organization, protocols, linkages and interfacing, signal and media types, coding theory, local area networks (LANs), and industrial data communication standards. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 315 - Advanced Programming Methods [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course explores numerical methods using advanced topics in computer programming. These topics may include design patterns, advanced graphical components, software component models, concepts and structures for high level programming, elements of structured programming using FORTRAN 90 and C, use of software packages such as Maple, MATLAB, and MathCAD, assignments in a microcomputer and network environments, numerical algorithms, such as root finding, solution of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations, numerical integration and differential equations, and applications in statistics, optimization, and finite-element analysis. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 397 - Independent Study in Engineering Technology [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Independent study on a special topic or project under the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit for a total of 6 credit hours with a change of topic. Technical Elective. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 410 - Network Systems Design [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: GET 310, ESC 151 or equivalent, EET 450 or equivalent. This course involves the electronic hardware of networking systems such as those used to connect heterogeneous computers. Major topics include locality, topologies, media standards, internetworking devices and protocols. Hands-on application of network theory is provided via a laboratory style term project involving a multi-user networked computer system. The student will design and develop the hardware and communication software required to implement access to a network available, shared resource. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 430 - Electrical Power, Controls, and Instrumentation [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: MTT 301 or equivalent, MET 330 or equivalent, and associate-degree-level electrical fundamentals. Fundamentals of electrical and electronic power, controls, and instrumentation for Mechanical Engineering Technology students. Electric machines and control. Sensors and actuators and interfacing to PLC and PC. Feedback control theory and implementation. Automated data collection. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 431 - Electrical Power, Controls, and Instrumentation Lab [1 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. GET 430 (as a prerequisite or corequisite). Experiments dealing with electrical and electronic power, controls, instrumentation, electric machines and feedback control. Semesters Offered: Every Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 444 - HMI Applications For Programmable Logic Controllers [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: GET 440 or equivalent. Develop human-machine-interface for programmable logic controller’s industrial applications. HMI includes dynamic graphics, operator station control, trending, data logging, and recipes. Technical Elective. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GET 455 - Robotics System Design [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: GET 255 or equivalent. Design of robotics systems, including concept development, modeling, simulation, selection, and optimization of equipment, sensors, and controllers. Economic consideration, reliability and safety, and documentation of final design. Examples of robotics systems designs to be chosen from industrial and non-industrial applications. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
Geology
	GEO 100 - Introductory Geology [3 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 101. Basic introduction to the composition of the earth, with a detailed discussion of the physical and chemical processes that bring about its continual evolution. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Natural Sciences Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 101 - Introductory Geology Laboratory [1 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 100. Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in GEO 100 Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Natural Sciences Lab Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 106 - Introduction to Meteorology [3 credit(s)] Introduction to weather and weather systems, with a detailed discussion on the nature of the atmosphere, air motions, precipitation, storms, weather patterns, and weather analysis. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 150 - Geological History of the Earth [3 credit(s)] Introduction to the history of the earth. Examination of the biochemical and geological evidence for the origin of life and the mechanisms and patterns of evolution, evaluating the most significant events in the evolutionary history of plants and animals through geological time. Introduction to the structure and history of continents and ocean basins, concentrating on the events through geological time that created the North American continent. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 151 - Geological History of the Earth Laboratory [1 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 150. Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts presented in GEO 150, including interpretation of maps and identification of fossils. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 210 - The Earth & Human Affairs [3 credit(s)] Examination of geologic hazards, such as earthquakes, landslides, floods, and shoreline erosion, including class discussion of current events of this type; examination of development of society. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 230 - Natural Resources [3 credit(s)] Examination of our natural resources with emphasis on nonrenewable mineral resources; discussion of the effect of population growth and technology on rates of consumption, mineral economics, and the concept of “reserves”; the future outlook with regard to alternative sources of energy, substitutes, and recycling. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 312 - Sedimentation & Stratigraphy [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: GEO 100 and GEO 223, which may be taken concurrently with GEO 312, or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: GEO 313. Study of the origin, dispersal, deposition, and lithification of sediments; variation of sedimentary parameters; discussions of facies, correlation, use of sedimentary structures, and paleographic reconstruction; regional stratigraphy of North America. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 313 - Sedimentation and Stratigraphy Laboratory [1 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 312. Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in GEO 312. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 314 - Paleoecology [3 credit(s)] Environmental reconstruction using fossils: particular attention given to organism-sediment interrelations, organism diversity, distribution adaptive morphology, and community structure. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 320 - Structural Geology [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: GEO 100 and GEO 223 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: GEO 321. Study of the forces involved in the deformation of the earth’s crust, with emphasis on the recognition, interpretation, and illustration of the resultant geologic structures. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 321 - Structural Geology Laboratory [1 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 320. Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in GEO 320. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 322 - Geospatial Concepts and Tools [2 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 323. Principles of concepts and practice in physical and environmental geography, concentrating on the information and tools we use to visualize and analyze the environment. Basic information sources include maps, aerial photographs, and satellite imagery. Analytical tools include direct observation and measurement of these sources, as well as an introduction to the use of geographic information systems and image processing for remote sensing. Intended for majors in biology, and environmental science. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 323 - Geospatial Concepts & Tools: Practicum [2 credit(s)] Corequisite: GEO 322. Practicum on concepts and practice in physical and environmental geography, concentrating on the information and tools presented in GEO 322. Hands-on work will deal with maps, aerial photographs, and satellite imagery and will involve open-laboratory work followed by a 1-hour recitation. Intended for majors in biology and environmental science. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 350 - Introduction To Oceanography [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Minimum of two science courses. Examination of the interrelated physical, chemical, biological, and geological processes operating in sea water and ocean basins; selected topics relating to the geologic interpretation of the marine rock record, factors regulating growth and environmental habitat of organisms, and the geophysics of ocean basins. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 354 - Environmental Geochemistry [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: GEO 100 and CHM 251 or permission of instructor. Corequisite: GEO 355. This course deals with concepts and principles of low-temperature geochemistry and their applications to studies of earth and environmental science processes. Topics include element abundance, geochemical equilibrium, water chemistry, sedimentary geochemistry, stable isotope geochemistry, and radiometric dating or geochronology. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 355 - Environmental Geochemistry Lab [1 credit(s)] Prerequisites: GEO 100 and CHM 251 or permission of instructor. Corequisite: GEO 354. Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in GEO 354 Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 390 - Writing in Geology I [2 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, GEO 100 and a declared geology major. Corequisite: Students must be concurrently enrolled in a 300- or 400 - level geology course. This course is designed to develop the writing and oral presentation skills of students through assigned projects and in-class activities. Students will write conceptual (review or theoretical) papers according to a standard format. A substantial written report is one of the requirements. The 300/400 level Geology course instructor, in consultation with the student, will determine the topic of the written report. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 404 - Environmental Science for Teachers [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: At least three courses in the College of Education at the 300-level or above, or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. Application of environmental science to the classroom. Substantive materials from geology, biology, chemistry, and other sciences will be integrated to create a coherent picture of the functioning of the complex systems underpinning the natural world and human society; and the ability for students to understand how society can manage these systems. This course is intended for students working toward school certification. A significant part of the course will be the development of curricular materials based on course content for use in participants’ own classes. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 408 - Environmental Geology for Teachers [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: At least three courses in the College of Education at the 300-level or above, or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. Detailed examination of geologic hazards and the constraints placed by regional geology and geography on the problems facing modern, urban industrial societies. This course is intended for students working toward school certification. A significant part of the course will be the development of curricular materials based on course content for use in participants’ own classes. Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 422 - GIS Application/Field Sciences [2 credit(s)] Prerequisite: GEO 323 or permission of instructor. Required corequisite: GEO 423 Principles of concepts and practice utilizing the application of ArcGIS to field sciences, such as archeology, biology, environmental science, and geology. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 423 - GIS Application/Field Sciences: Practicum [2 credit(s)] Prerequisite: GEO 323 or permission of instructor. Required corequisite: GEO 422 Practicum on the applications of ArcGIS to field sciences, based on the information and tools presented in GEO 422 Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 424 - Introduction to Remote Sensing [2 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): GEO 323 or permission of instructor. Required corequisite: GEO 425. Introduction to Remote Sensing, concentrating on the information and tools we use to interpret remotely sensed imagery to understand its application to the field sciences. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	GEO 425 - Introduction to Remote Sensing: Practicum [2 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): GEO 323 or permission of instructor. Required corequisite: GEO 424. Practicum on concepts and practice in the application of remotely sensed imagery to field sciences, as introduced in GEO 424. It will concentrate on the use of satellite imagery and aerial photography, as well as standardized data sets available from commercial sources and the WorldWide Web. Laboratory is selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in lecture. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses

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FIN 201 - Personal Financial Planning

FIN 350 - Financial Decision Making with Bloomberg

FIN 351 - Introduction To Financial Management

FIN 353 - Introduction to Investments

FIN 360 - Financial Markets & Institutions

FIN 362 - Introduction to Corporate Finance

FIN 374 - Entrepreneurial Finance

FIN 454 - Advanced Investments

FIN 461 - Bank Management

FIN 462 - Fixed Income Analysis

FIN 465 - International Finance/Investmt

FIN 470 - Introduction to Risk & Insurance

FIN 473 - CFA Level I Review

FIN 477 - Real Estate Finance

FIN 479 - Real Estate Investment

FIN 480 - Portfolio Practicum

FIN 489 - Financial Derivatives

FIN 490 - Professional Internship

FIN 491 - Special Problems In Finance

FIN 493 - Special Topics in Finance

FIN 495 - International Field Experience in Finance

FIN 499H - Honors Thesis in Finance

FRN 100 - Practicum In French

FRN 101 - French Language Skills I

FRN 102 - French Language Skills II

FRN 192 - Special Topics: Study Abroad

FRN 201 - Intermediate French

FRN 202 - Intermediate French Conversation

FRN 203 - Readings in French

FRN 210 - Basic Oral Skills

FRN 240 - Field Study

FRN 292 - Special Topics: Study Abroad

FRN 293 - Special Topics in French

FRN 296 - Independent Study In French

FRN 300 - Practicum In French

FRN 301 - Composition and Conversation

FRN 302 - Grammar and Vocabulary in Context

FRN 303 - France/Amerique Conversation

FRN 304 - French in the Media

FRN 305 - French Conversation through Film

FRN 315 - French Phonetics and Diction

FRN 316 - Translation and Interpretation

FRN 340 - Field Study

FRN 344 - Foundations of France

FRN 345 - Transitions in France

FRN 346 - Modern France from WWII to Today

FRN 371 - Literature Survey I

FRN 372 - Literature Survey II

FRN 375 - Readings in Francophone Literature

FRN 392 - Special Topics: Study Abroad

FRN 393 - Special Topics in French

FRN 396 - Independent Study In French

FRN 400 - Practicum In French

FRN 402 - Advanced Composition and Grammar

FRN 440 - Field Study

FRN 441 - French Capstone Field Study Project

FRN 491 - Senior Honors Project

FRN 491H - H: Senior Honors Project

FRN 492 - Special Topics: Study Abroad

FRN 493 - Special Topics in French

FRN 494 - French Capstone

FRN 496 - Independent Study In French

GAD 250 - Business Communications

GET 197 - Independent Study in Engineering Technology

GET 240 - Programmable Logic Controllers

GET 255 - Introduction to Robotics and Automated Systems

GET 285 - Science of Alternative Energy

GET 297 - Independent Study in Engineering Technology

GET 310 - Computer System Technology

GET 315 - Advanced Programming Methods

GET 397 - Independent Study in Engineering Technology

GET 410 - Network Systems Design

GET 430 - Electrical Power, Controls, and Instrumentation

GET 431 - Electrical Power, Controls, and Instrumentation Lab

GET 444 - HMI Applications For Programmable Logic Controllers

GET 455 - Robotics System Design

GEO 100 - Introductory Geology

GEO 101 - Introductory Geology Laboratory