Apr 20, 2024  
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


Courses numbered 0 to 99 are developmental and credits may not be used to satisfy degree requirements.  Courses numbered 1000 to 1099, freshman; 2000 to 2099, sophomore; 3000 to 3099, junior; 4000 to 4099, senior; 5000 to 5099, graduate; 6000 to 7099, graduate courses beyond the master’s level.  Where indicated, certain 4000-level courses are accepted for graduate credit.

The number after each course title indicates the semester hours credit. CR(credit) or NC (no credit) after a course title indicates a pass/fail course with no semester hours credit.

An abbreviation following a course description indicates the semester or summer term the course will normally be offered: F-fall semester; Sp-spring semester; Sum-entire summer session; Sum I - first summer term; Sum II - second summer term.  The word “even” or “odd” follows the description of a course which is offered only in alternate years.

Students may not enroll in more than one section of the same course specified in the University catalog without approval of the Registrar.  Students who register for more than one section of the same course may be arbitrarily dropped from one of the sections without notice.

Class pre-requisites must be completed as prescribed by the most current catalog, regardless of the catalog or curriculum in effect for any student.  Students who do not meet course qualifications or who have not completed pre-requisites for a course may be arbitrarily dropped without notice.

The courses that are listed in this catalog may be offered for credit in a variety of formats, including electronically mediated teaching.

 

 

Family and Consumer Sciences

  
  • FCSC 3005 - Creative Development for Young Children


    3 cr.

    This course is designed to present students with concepts, methods, and experiences used in creating art experiences for infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children.

    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 2015 , FCSC 2020 .


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  • FCSC 3011 - The Preschool Child


    2 cr.

    Growth and development of the child from ages three to six with emphasis on planning preschool programs to fit needs.

    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 2012  or PSYC 2003 .
    F, Sp


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  • FCSC 3012 - Preschool Child Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Required laboratory to accompany FCSC 3011 .

    Three hours laboratory.


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  • FCSC 3016 - Housing


    3 cr.

    Interdisciplinary approach to meeting housing needs of families. Architectural styling and consumer planning to meet today’s problems in building or buying a house.


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  • FCSC 3017 - Consumer Education


    3 cr.

    Explanation of family consumer decisions in relation to alternatives in attainment of family goals.


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  • FCSC 3036 - History of Housing and Interior Design


    3 cr.

    Emphasis on designing with historical preservation in mind; survey of housing and furniture styles, historic wallpapers and textiles.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.


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  • FCSC 3037 - Commercial Studio


    3 cr.

    Design of commercial interiors including practice of the process of cost estimating, client presentation; selection of furnishings, office systems and materials.

    Six hours studio.
    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 2006 , FCSC 2011 , FCSC 2021 .


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  • FCSC 3055 - Computer-Aided Design


    3 cr.

    Two dimensional drafting and design.

    One hour of lecture; four hours studio.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
    Sp


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  • FCSC 4000 - Preschool Methods


    3 cr.

    Planning and preparation of units and lessons for the preschool.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, FCSC 3011 , FCSC 3012 .


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  • FCSC 4004 - Research in Family and Consumer Sciences


    2 cr.

    A review of current research and public policy in the field of Family and Consumer Sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing.


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  • FCSC 4005 - Practicum in Child Care Administration


    3 cr.

    Program development, evaluations and participation in child care centers.

    Nine hours laboratory for Family and Consumer Sciences majors.
    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 3001 , FCSC 3005 , and FCSC major.


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  • FCSC 4006 - Interior Design Practicum


    3 cr.

    May be repeated for a total of 6 cr. An in-depth experience planned and supervised to meet individual needs of students. Includes work experience and/or field study.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; FCSC 2011 , FCSC 3037 .


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  • FCSC 4009 - Visual Merchandising


    3 cr.

    Preparation of window and store displays, fashion shows, and store promotions.


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  • FCSC 4012 - Advanced Nutrition


    3 cr.

    Problems in human nutrition. Investigation of recent developments in the field of nutrition.


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  • FCSC 4015 - Clothing and Textiles


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Problems in clothing and textiles.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FCSC 415A)


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  • FCSC 4016 - Equipment and Home Management


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Problems in equipment and home management.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FCSC 415B)


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  • FCSC 4017 - Family Relations and Human Development


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Problems in family relations and human development.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FCSC 415C)


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  • FCSC 4018 - Foods and Nutrition


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Problems in food and nutrition.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FCSC 415D)


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  • FCSC 4019 - Family and Consumer Sciences Education


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Problems in family and consumer sciences education.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FCSC 415E)


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  • FCSC 4020 - Housing and Home Furnishings


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Problems in housing and home furnishings.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FCSC 415F)


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  • FCSC 4029 - Practicum in Preschool


    3 cr.

    Program planning and implementation for the pre-school. Teaching experience with pre-kindergarten children. For Family Life/Child Development majors.

    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 4000 
    F, Sp


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  • FCSC 4030 - Current Trends in Industry


    3 cr.

    Study of current trends of the industry. Review of the journals and other publications used in the industry.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.


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  • FCSC 4031 - Parenting: Fathers, Mothers, and Children


    3 cr.

    Practical knowledge of parenting roles. Interrelationships of fathers, mothers, and children. Current issues in parenting, including bonding, discipline, child care, family crises, support systems and non- traditional parent situations. Parents and children in historical and contemporary perspectives.


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  • FCSC 4034 - Families in a Changing World


    3 cr.

    Study of current issues affecting families and the professionals who work with them.


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  • FCSC 4035 - Housing the Elderly


    3 cr.

    Examination and application of the guidelines, issues and choices associated with housing disruption and re-location of the elderly.

    (Same as GERO 4035 .)


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  • FCSC 4036 - Nutrition and Aging


    3 cr.

    Application of basic concepts of nutrition directed toward improving nutritional status and health. Federal, state and community programs will be discussed.

    (Same as GERO 4036 )


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  • FCSC 4037 - Intermediate Studio


    3 cr.

    Individual design projects in a residential and/or commercial setting. Six hours laboratory or equivalent.

    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 2006 , FCSC 3037 .


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  • FCSC 4038 - Advanced Studio


    3 cr.

    Individual design projects. Six hours laboratory or equivalent.

    Prerequisite(s): FCSC 4037  and approval of instructor.


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  • FCSC 4039 - Mentoring Children


    3-6 cr.

    Hands-on experience in working with children and families, research, intervention strategies, communication skills, planning activities and implementing mentoring programs. Open to majors and non-majors.


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Finance

  
  • FINA 2003 - Principles of Real Estate


    3 cr.

    Purchasing, leasing, developing, and operating real estate; interest, liens, contracts, deeds, titles, and recording as related to individuals, corporations and estates.

    F


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  • FINA 3001 - Personal Finance and Money Management


    3 cr.

    The role of consumers in the American economic system and problems affecting their interests, living standards, budgets, controls and government assistance. Not applicable to a major or minor in Finance.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing


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  • FINA 3015 - Business Finance


    3 cr.

    The organization and financing of a business enterprise; types of securities and their utilization in proportioning income, risk and control; financial analysis and forecasting, working capital management; selection of long term investments and determination of costs of capital; use of financial institutions for obtaining funds.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2020  and ACCT 2030 , and ECON 2001 .
    LCCN: CFIN 3113

    F, Sp, Su


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  • FINA 3016 - Intermediate Corporate Finance


    3 cr.

    Advanced topics in risk and return, bond and stock valuation, options and derivatives. Cost of capital, capital budgeting, and cash flow analysis. Corporate capital structure, financial planning, and credit policies. Mergers and acquisitions, corporate risk management, and multinational finance.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3015 


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  • FINA 3023 - Real Estate Finance and Investments


    3 cr.

    The principles of finance as applied to the real estate business; financial institutions, sources of financing, brokerage, property development, analysis of real estate investment, and current development in real estate.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 2003  or approval of instructor.
    F


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  • FINA 3030 - Entrepreneurial Finance


    3 cr.

    Financing of new and growing business enterprises; structuring, valuing, and pricing new venture deals, and sources and uses of funds; financial analysis and forecasting, capital budgeting, and working capital management in new, growing enterprises; later stage financing, going public.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
    (Same as ENTR 3052 )


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  • FINA 4001 - Investments


    3 cr.

    The principles of investments in stocks and bonds and their application to specific classes of investments. Sources of financial information; interpreting financial news; protection in purchasing of securities, taxation of securities.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3015 
    F


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  • FINA 4004 - International Finance


    3 cr.

    Theory and analysis of international money flows, sources of capital, exchange rates, money markets and international banking institutions with emphasis on financing the firm operating in international markets.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3015 
    Sp


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  • FINA 4005 - Case Problems in Financial Management


    3 cr.

    Case studies of financial topics; emphasis on sources and uses of funds, cost of funds, return on investments; analysis of financial statements.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3016 
    Sp


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  • FINA 4006 - Futures and Options Contracts


    3 cr.

    A seminar introducing the principles of valuation of futures and options instruments, contract design, hedging and speculative use. Emphasis on financial futures contracts and common stock put and call options.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3015  and QMDS 2010 .
    Sp


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  • FINA 4009 - Real Estate Appraisal


    3 cr.

    Fundamentals of appraising residential, commercial, and industrial real estate.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3003, CONS 2010, or approval of instructor.
    F


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  • FINA 4010 - Principles of Bank Operations


    3 cr.

    Operations of commercial banks —analyzing deposits, payments, loans and money functions of commercial banks. Bank asset and liability management; internal controls and audits.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3015  and ECON 3001 .


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  • FINA 4011 - Real Estate Law


    3 cr.

    Legal principles affecting ownership and/or management of real property in general, with special emphasis placed in Louisiana Law. Specific areas include transfers, deeds, leases, land contracts, escrows, title insurance, foreclosures, zonings, and recordings.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3003 or approval of instructor.
    F


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  • FINA 4013 - Urban Development


    3 cr.

    Measurement of urban obsolescence and deterioration. Planning concepts used to guide contemporary urban growth and alleviate common problems. Governmental programs influencing urban development, including technical and financial assistance. Specific topics include comprehensive plans, zoning, land development, parks and school location.

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2001 , ECON 2002 .
    Sp, even


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  • FINA 4014 - Capital Market Seminar


    3 cr.

    Application of principles of bank operations and operations of other financial institutions. Group discussions of capital adequacy, financial liquidity, legal environment, capital market institutions, funds management, and other topics.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3015  and ECON 3001 .


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  • FINA 4015 - Business Finance


    3 cr.

    The organization and financing of a business enterprise; types of securities and their utilization in proportioning income, risk and control; financial analysis and forecasting, working capital management; selection of long term investments and determination of costs of capital; use of financial institutions for obtaining funds. Students cannot earn credit in FINA 3015  and FINA 4015.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2020  and ACCT 2030  (or ACCT 5002), and ECON 2001  or ECON 5002, and approval of graduate coordinator.


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  • FINA 4092 - Banking


    1-3 cr.

    Individual directed study of banking.

    May be repeated for a total of 6 crs.
    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FINA 491A)

    F, Sp, Sum


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  • FINA 4093 - Finance


    1-3 cr.

    Individual directed study of finance.

    May be repeated for a total of 6 crs.
    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FINA 491B)

    F, Sp, Sum


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  • FINA 4094 - Real Estate


    1-3 cr.

    Individual directed study of real estate.

    May be repeated for a total of 6 crs.
    Prerequisite(s): approval of department head.
    (Formerly FINA 491D)

    F, Sp, Sum


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Foreign Language

  
  • FORL 3094 - Literature in Translation


    3 cr., Maximum - 9 cr.

    In-depth studies of important works of literature in translation. Classes are conducted in English. Cannot be used to satisfy Foreign Language requirements.


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French

  
  • FRNH 1001 - Elementary French I


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the basic grammatical structures of French with the objectives of developing an elementary ability to speak, understand, read, and write the language.

    May not be taken for credit by native speakers of French without the department head’s approval.

    LCCN: CFRN 1013 (3 hr.)


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  • FRNH 1002 - Elementary French II


    3 cr.

    A continuation of the study of French on the elementary level.

    Prerequisite(s): A “C” or better in FRNH 1001  or permission of the department head.
    May not be taken for credit by native speakers of French without the department head’s approval.

    LCCN: CFRN 1023 (3 hr.)


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  • FRNH 1003 - French Study Abroad


    3 cr., with 6 cr. maximum.

    Application of language skills in a foreign language environment. Students will be involved in a total immersion living situation and will receive a minimum of fifteen clock hours per week in formal language instruction.


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  • FRNH 1005 - Elementary French I and II


    6 cr.

    Same as FRNH 1001  and FRNH 1002 .

    May not be taken for credit by native speakers of French without the department head’s approval.


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  • FRNH 1097 - Beginning French


    1 cr.

    Independent reading, grammar, and/or conversation on the elementary level.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 1002  or FRNH 1005 .


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  • FRNH 1098 - Beginning French


    1 cr.

    Independent reading, grammar, and/or conversation on the elementary level.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 1002  or FRNH 1005 .


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  • FRNH 1099 - Beginning French


    1 cr.

    Independent reading, grammar, and/or conversation on the elementary level.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 1002  or FRNH 1005 .


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  • FRNH 2001 - Intermediate French I


    3 cr.

    A continuation on the intermediate level of FRNH 1001 -FRNH 1002 , with an increased emphasis upon reading and discussion. Work in the computerized Language Learning Center is required.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 1002  or FRNH 1005 .

    LCCN: CFRN 2013 (3 hr.)


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  • FRNH 2002 - Intermediate French II


    3 cr.

    A continuation on the intermediate level of FRNH 1001 -FRNH 1002 , with an increased emphasis upon reading and discussion. Work in the computerized Language Learning Center is required.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 1002  or FRNH 1005 .

    LCCN: CFRN 2023 (3 hr.)


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  • FRNH 2005 - Intermediate French I and II


    6 cr.

    Prerequisite(s): a “C” or better in FRNH 1002  or department head approval.
    Same as FRNH 2001  and FRNH 2002 .

    LCCN: CFRN 2026


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  • FRNH 2010 - Commercial French


    3 cr.

    Study of the French language as used in business to include readings, discussions, and translations of business materials in French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or permission of the department head.


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  • FRNH 2031 - Grammar and Composition


    3 cr.

    Elements of French grammar and syntax with drill in style, idioms, and verb forms.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005 .


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  • FRNH 3002 - Survey of French Literature


    3 cr.

    Selections from outstanding authors from the Middle Ages to the present with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading, and writing.

    May be repeated for a total of 9 cr.
    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005 .


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  • FRNH 3012 - Phonetics


    3 cr.

    French phonetic system. Corrective and fluency drills in the language laboratory.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002 , FRNH 2005  or equivalent or permission of the department head.


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  • FRNH 3015 - Foreign Language Practicum


    3-12 cr.

    Application of language skills in a foreign-language environment. Student will be involved in a total immersion living situation and will receive a minimum of fourteen clock hours per week in formal language instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002 , FRNH 2005  or equivalent.


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  • FRNH 3021 - Independent Reading


    1 cr.

    Directed reading in excerpts of French literature, with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2001 


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  • FRNH 3022 - Independent Reading


    1 cr.

    Directed reading in excerpts of French literature, with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2001 


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  • FRNH 3023 - Independent Reading


    1 cr.

    Directed reading in excerpts of French literature, with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2001 


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  • FRNH 3024 - Conversation and Composition


    3 cr.

    May be repeated for 6 hrs. total. The refinement of conversational skills utilizing the language laboratory and classroom activities.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or approval of the department head.


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  • FRNH 3025 - French Culture and Civilization


    3 cr., Maximum - 9 cr.

    Studies in the history and culture of the French World with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading, and writing.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2005  or permission of department head.


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  • FRNH 4003 - Literature of the Francophone World


    3 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    An in-depth analysis of the work of writers from the Francophone world.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or equivalent.


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  • FRNH 4004 - Seminar in French Literature


    3 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    An in-depth analysis of a literary movement or writer of French literature.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or the equivalent.


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  • FRNH 4015 - Advanced Language Development


    3-12 cr.

    Advanced language instruction with emphasis on French grammar and civilization including French history, history of art, cinema, geography, and literature. All classes are taught in French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2005  or permission of the department head.


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  • FRNH 4074 - Second Language Acquisition


    3 cr.

    The application of second language acquisition theory in the classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2005 /FRNH 2005 .
    (Same as SPAN 4074 )


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  • FRNH 4075 - Language, Culture and the Classroom


    3 cr.

    The application of second language acquisition theory in the elementary or secondary classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2005 .
    (Same as SPAN 4075 ).


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Geography

  
  • GEOG 1001 - Regional Geography


    3 cr.

    A regional approach to the study of human geography, with emphasis on spatial distributions, interactions, and processes on the earth’s surface. The geographical study of the major world realms are divided as follows: GEOG 1001 covers Europe (including Russia), North America, and North Africa/Middle East and GEOG 1002  covers Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia.


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  • GEOG 1002 - Regional Geography


    3 cr.

    A regional approach to the study of human geography, with emphasis on spatial distributions, interactions, and processes on the earth’s surface. The geographical study of the major world realms are divided as follows: GEOG 1001  covers Europe (including Russia), North America, and North Africa/Middle East and GEOG 1002 covers Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia.


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  • GEOG 1003 - Systematic Geography


    3 cr.

    The goal of this course is an integrated approach to geography. The course is standards-based and is structured around the essential elements and geography standards. In terms of content, the approach is thematic with examples drawn from both the developed and developing worlds. The method of instruction will consist of a combination of direct instruction and problem-solving computer- and classroom-based exercises and activities. For Elementary Education Majors only.


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  • GEOG 2003 - Louisiana


    3 cr.

    A survey of the natural landscape; land forms, climate, soils, drainage, and the geographic factors; agriculture, transportation, and population.


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  • GEOG 2013 - Physical Geography


    3 cr.

    The natural landscape, with special emphasis on the distribution of land-forms, climate, soil, and vegetation.

    LCCN: CGRG 2213


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  • GEOG 2014 - Physical Geography Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOG 2013 .


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  • GEOG 2015 - Cartography


    3 cr.

    Development of cartography, techniques, nature, and usage of map projections; interpretation of maps; map construction.


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  • GEOG 3001 - Cultural Geography


    3 cr.

    An advanced course focusing on the study of culture and the expression of material culture in the landscape.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1001 , or GEOG 1002 , or GEOG 2003  or permission of instructor.


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  • GEOG 3020 - Conservation Geography


    3 cr.

    Problems and techniques of conservation in agriculture, forestry, industry, mining, water, air, and the urban environment. Investigation of conservation ideology and political action. Emphasis on North America with some study of international phenomena.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1001  or GEOL 1001 .


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  • GEOG 4001 - North America


    3 cr.

    A regional study, with attention to the influence of climate, topography, and natural resources on industry and trade.


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  • GEOG 4003 - Latin America


    3 cr.

    A regional study of the configuration, climates, natural resources, cultural patterns, and peoples.


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  • GEOG 4005 - Africa


    3 cr.

    The geographical features, with particular reference to economic, social and political developments; a study of the heritage and background, physical and cultural, of the present-day Afro-American culture.


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  • GEOG 4007 - Europe


    3 cr.

    General distribution of natural and cultural features with detailed study of selected areas.


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  • GEOG 4009 - Asia


    3 cr.

    A survey of the physical environment of the continent as a whole, followed by a detailed study of China, India, and Japan.


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  • GEOG 4012 - Former Soviet Union


    3 cr.

    Physical and cultural environments, with special emphasis on climates, resources, industrializations, and population distribution.


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  • GEOG 4015 - Political Geography


    3 cr.

    Problems in production, trade, government, and world development growing out of geographic conditions.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1001 -GEOG 1002 .


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  • GEOG 4018 - Urban


    3 cr.

    A geographic approach to the study of urban areas stressing location, historical development, distribution, size, growth and function; emphasis on current urban problems.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1001 -GEOG 1002 .


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  • GEOG 4020 - Latin American Field Course


    3 cr.

    Supervised geographic research and observation in a Latin American setting. Local examples illustrate broad themes in the historical shaping of the Latin American landscape. The course includes introductory meetings at ULM followed by field observation and discussion in a Latin American location.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 4003  or permission of the department head.


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Geology

  
  • GEOL 1001 - Physical Geology


    3 cr.

    The external and internal features of the earth and the agents responsible for them, including the work of rivers, winds, glaciers, volcanoes, earthquakes, and oceans.

    Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1001 and GEOL 2006 .

    Students may not receive credit toward degree in both GEOS 1001 and GEOL 1001.


    LCCN: CGEO 1103


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  • GEOL 1002 - Historical Geology


    3 cr.

    The development, changes, and destruction of the land features and sea areas of the earth and the changing panorama of plant and animal life from the earth’s origin to the present day.


    LCCN: CGEO 1113


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  • GEOL 1003 - Physical Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOL 1001 . Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1003 and GEOL 2008 .


    LCCN: CGEO 1101


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  • GEOL 1004 - Historical Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOL 1002 .


    LCCN: CGEO 1111


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  • GEOL 1005 - Geology of National Parks


    3 cr.

    A study of the processes and principles involved in geologic development of our national parks. Emphasis is placed on understanding and appreciating the special geologic features for which each park is famous.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1001 


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  • GEOL 1010 - The Age of Dinosaurs


    3 cr.

    A nontechnical survey, especially designed for non-science majors, of what is currently known about dinosaurs and their world. Their origin, evolution, ecology, physiology, and social behavior are reconstructed from bones, tracks, nests, and applied biology, and reasons for their extinction are considered. Emphasis is placed on viewing dinosaurs as superbly successful members of their ecosystem.


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  • GEOL 2000 - Geology in the Field


    2 cr.

    An introduction to the study of geology as conducted in the field. This course will integrate the review of the published geology of a region with observation and analysis of the geology found in the field as seen on required multi-day field trips to that region. The course will include an introduction to basic field methods and preparation of geologic reports. One hour of class per week and at least one extended field trip. Field expenses.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1001 , GEOL 1002 , GEOL 1003 , GEOL 1004 , and registration in or completion of GEOL 2020  and GEOL 2021 .


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  • GEOL 2006 - Engineering Geology


    3 cr.

    Engineering properties of rocks, properties of soils, construction materials, earthquakes, earth movements, subsurface exploration and site selection for engineering works. Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1001  and 2006.


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