Jun 22, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions



To enroll in any 400-level course, students must be admitted to the Upper Division; to enroll in a 400(G)-level course in which there are graduate students, students must have junior or higher standing.

*LCCN indicates Louisiana Common Course Number.

 

English

General prerequisites for all 200 and 300-level courses: “C” or better in ENGL 102, ESOL 102, ENGL 115, or advanced placement. Students not meeting prerequisites may enroll with permission of instructor.

General Prerequisite for all 400 level courses: UPPER-DIVISION STANDING, At least 60 hours of credit toward a degree and 9 hours English credit at the 200-300 level. Students not meeting prerequisites may enroll with permission of instructor.

  
  • ENGL 525 - Eighteenth Century Studies


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. Literature of the English Neoclassic Age.

  
  • ENGL 529 - Studies in Nineteenth Century British Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Topic-based exploration of British literature of the nineteenth century.

  
  • ENGL 530 - Nineteenth Century Studies


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Topic-based exploration of the history, politics, economics, and other dimensions of printed and literary texts, their production and reception, specific to the nineteenth century in the Americas, Europe, and elsewhere.

  
  • ENGL 531 - Folklore in Culture


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    How folklore functions within and between groups and how folklore has affected civilization.

  
  • ENGL 532 - Studies in Folklore and Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. Topics in the study of folklore and literature, including literary and folklore theory and criticism.

  
  • ENGL 533 - Studies in Ethnic Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Contents varies. May be repeated for credit. Topics in ethnic and multicultural literature, criticism, and theory (including African American, Native American, U.S. Latino, Asian American).

  
  • ENGL 539 - Studies in Twentieth Century British Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Topic-based exploration of British literature of the twentieth century.

  
  • ENGL 540 - Twentieth Century Studies


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Topic-based exploration of the history, politics, economics, and other dimensions of printed and literary texts, their production and reception, specific to the twentieth century in the Americas, Europe, and elsewhere.

  
  • ENGL 549 - Studies in Early American Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Contents varies. May be repeated. Topics in American Literature from its beginnings to the American Renaissance.

  
  • ENGL 550 - Studies in Nineteenth Century American Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies.

  
  • ENGL 551 - Studies in Twentieth Century American Literature


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies.

  
  • ENGL 553 - Seminar in Linguistics


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Topics in language study.

  
  • ENGL 555 - Modern Composition Theory


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Study of the development of rhetorical theories in the twentieth century, focusing on the relevance of rhetoric in the modern era.

  
  • ENGL 556 - Seminar in Rhetoric


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Contents varies. May be repeated for credit. Topics in rhetoric on history, theory, critical analysis, or research.

  
  • ENGL 558 - Seminar in Women’s Studies and Feminist Theory


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit twice. Topics in feminist literary study, criticism, and theory.

  
  • ENGL 560 - Seminar in Literary Theory


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. In-depth analysis of problems in specific areas of literary theory.

  
  • ENGL 561 - Syntax, Morphology, and Semantics for ESOL Teachers


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    English syntax, morphology, and semantics which focuses on the challenges non-native speakers face when learning the language.

  
  • ENGL 562 - Applied Phonetics and Pronunciation Teaching


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    English phonetics and phonology which focuses on the challenges non-native speakers face when learning the language.

  
  • ENGL 563 - Second Language Acquisition in TESOL


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Second language acquisition theories and practice with special reference to the teaching of English.

  
  • ENGL 564 - TESOL Practicum


    3-6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3-6 Hour(s) Lecture.


     

  
  • ENGL 570 - Seminar in Children’s and Young Adult Literature and Media


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Topics on children’s and young adult literature and media.

  
  • ENGL 580 - Advanced Creative Writing Workshop


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated for credit. Theory and practice of writing for publication/Production. Variable focus on fiction, poetry, or drama. For students with considerable writing experience.

    Rstr: Permission of instructor required
  
  • ENGL 581 - Advanced Study of the Theory, History, and Practice of Teaching Creative Writing.


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Approaches to the theory, practice, and philosophy of Creative Writing Studies.

    Rstr: Available only to students in Creative Writing Concentration or permission of instructor required
  
  • ENGL 592 - Writing Practicum


    1-3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Experiential learning; working with Writing-Across-the-Curriculum issues, including evaluating, designing Writing Emphasis and Writing Intensive courses, editing a newsletter, and screening proposals from all disciplines.

  
  • ENGL 593 - Professional Writing Practicum


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Industry, agency, or university internship

    Rstr: Requires permission of instructor
  
  • ENGL 595 - Special Project


    1-6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Readings/research project in areas other than that of the student’s thesis or dissertation.

    Rstr: Permission of department head required
  
  • ENGL 596 - Research Methods


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Basic bibliographic research and problems.

  
  • ENGL 597 - Directed Individual Study


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

  
  • ENGL 598 - Directed Individual Study


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

  
  • ENGL 599 - Thesis Research and Thesis


    3-9 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3-9 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Grading Option: S, U, W
  
  • ENGL 632 - Seminar in Folklore


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Varying topics in folklore; regional, ethnic, historical, or literary surveys.

  
  • ENGL 660 - Special Topics in Criticism


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Studies of individual critics, critical schools, and/or theories.

  
  • ENGL 675 - Special Topics in Literature and Communication


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Contents varies. May be repeated for credit. Study of special topics in literature, film, and/or allied communication media.

  
  • ENGL 680 - Special Topics in Advanced Poetics


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated for credit. Explorations of psychological, sociological, semiotic, political, anthropological, linguistic, and other perspectives on creative expression in verbal arts.

  
  • ENGL 699 - Dissertation Research and Dissertation


    3-24 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3-24 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Grading Option: S, U, W
  
  • ENGL 899 - Examinations


    3-24 Credit(s).

    Grading Option: S, U, W

English for Speakers of Other Languages

  
  • ESOL 100 - Intensive Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English


    6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Academic writing tasks focusing on grammar, revising and editing.

    Prereq: 527-530 on TOEFL, 17 and below in English on the ACT, 6.5 IEULT, or successful completion of terminal level of IEP
  
  • ESOL 101 - Introduction to Academic Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Placement: A minimum score on one of the following exams: 79 TOEFL, iBT composite, 6.5 IELTS composite, 450 Critical Reading SAT, or 18 English ACT. ESOL 101 is the equivalent of ENGL 101 . Introduce international students to the critical thinking, reading, and writing skills required in the university and beyond. Engages issues of cultural themes and diversity. Student will produce polished prose that has been reviewed and revised. Credit not awarded for both ESOL 101 and ENGL 101 .

  
  • ESOL 102 - Writing and Research About Culture for Non-Native Speakers of English


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. Students will build on and advance the thinking, reading, and writing skills learned in ESOL 101  while focusing on rhetoric and research. The purpose of ESOL 102 is to build on the writing skills students learned in ESOL 101  by focusing on academic research. Reading and writing assignments in ESOL 102 focus on various topics including international issues. Students who complete ESOL 101  and ESOL 102 with a grade of “C” or better are considered to have met University freshman level English requirements. Credit may not be awarded for both ESOL 102 and ENGL 102 .

    Prereq: ESOL 101  with a grade of “C” or better. Students who complete ESOL 101-102 with a minimum grade of “C” meet University freshman level English requirements.
  
  • ESOL 110 - Advanced Oral Practice


    1 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Prereq: ESOL 101 
  
  • ESOL 400G - Applied Linguistics for ESOL Teachers


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Contrastive approach to the study of the sound patterns and grammatical systems of American English.

  
  • ESOL 402 - Advanced Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension for ESOL Students


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Focus on oral/Aural skills and practice in sound patterns, presentation/teaching skills and cross-cultural training. Course is designed for upper division students or students who are candidates for an international teaching assistantship. Not applicable to degree requirements. Grade of NC (no credit) or CR (credit is awarded.

  
  • ESOL 403 - Advanced Expository Writing for ESOL Students


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Course offers explanation and practice in the techniques of developing clear, concise American English prose. It makes use of the research documentation and composition processes. Credit not applied to degree program.

    Rstr: Students must have at least Junior level standing. Grade of NC (no credit) or CR (credit) is awarded.
  
  • ESOL 501 - Psycholinguistics for ESOL Teachers


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Study of the relationship of language acquisition to social and cognitive development.

  
  • ESOL 506 - Materials Development and Curriculum Design for ESOL


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Adapting curricula for the multi-ethnic classroom, and a review of ESOL materials (elementary, secondary and adult levels).


Environmental Science

  
  • ENVS 100 - Environmental Science


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Physical and chemical principles and processes as they relate to the environment.

    LCCN: CEVS 1103
  
  • ENVS 102 - Sustainability Science


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Macro-level interactions between human cultures and the global ecosystem and the possibilities for long-term life support and quality of life.

  
  • ENVS 115 - Honors Environment and Sustainability


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Critically assessing the sustainability of the human/nature relationship.

  
  • ENVS 150 - Plant Science


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Scientific principles of growth, reproduction, commercial usage, and environmental impact of plants.

  
  • ENVS 151 - Plant Science Laboratory


    1 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Coreq: ENVS 150  
  
  • ENVS 280 - Biosphere Systems


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Environmental sciences based on the interdependent natural systems which support life on earth.

  
  • ENVS 285 - Soil Science


    4 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Physical, chemical and biological properties of soils.

    Prereq: CHEM 101 , CHEM 107 , or permission of instructor required
  
  • ENVS 310 - Environmental Field Techniques


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Theory and practices of field mapping and sampling, and analysis and interpretation of field data.

  
  • ENVS 329 - Environmental Management Systems


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Methods of analysis of an organization’s environmental performance and strategies for improvements. International management systems and models are surveyed, including ISO 14000, EMAS, TQEM, and the Natural Step. Student teams design and carry out audits of university facilities.

  
  • ENVS 334 - Work/Study in Renewable Resources


    1-3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Development of practical skills by participating in the activities of the Department’s land management facilities.

  
  • ENVS 339 - Hazardous Waste


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Classification and description of hazardous waste from all sources, including agriculture, industry, and municipalities. Regulations for reuse of hazardous materials.

    Prereq: CHEM 240 
  
  • ENVS 349 - Environmental Remediation


    4 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Site characterization, environmental monitoring and remediation techniques for contaminated soils, groundwater, surface water, and other environmental cleanup areas.

  
  • ENVS 357 - Wetland Soils


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Hydric soils, wetland hydrology, and wetland soils landscapes.

    Prereq: ENVS 285 
  
  • ENVS 359 - Waste Minimization and Pollution Prevention


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Methods of classification, monitoring, and analysis of pollution from industry, agriculture, and municipalities. Global pollution problems such as greenhouse gases, ozone, acid deposition, and coastal nutrification. Upstream and end-of-pipe pollution prevention. Process mapping and TQEM methods for formulating and implementing prevention and minimization strategies.

    Prereq: ENVS 100  and CHEM 240 
  
  • ENVS 360 - Native and Other Distinct Plants


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Recognition, use and basic considerations of selected native, naturalized and exotic plants in terrestrial and aquatic environments.

  
  • ENVS 364 - Environmental Field Assessment


    3 Credit(s). 3 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Design and use of nature trails and other site-specific outdoor recreational facilities. NEPA regulations and project planning emphasizing environmental field assessment techniques for project sites.

    Prereq: ENVS 150  and ENVS 151  
  
  • ENVS 377 - Air Quality


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introduction to air quality science, including atmospheric chemistry, its effects on public health and the environment, air quality regulations, treatment technologies, and management practices.

    Prereq: CHEM 107  
  
  • ENVS 380 - Alternative Energy Resources


    3 Credit(s). 3 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Design and application of renewable energy technologies.

  
  • ENVS 390 - Soil and Water Conservation


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Impact of soil erosion and sedimentation on land use and water quality; emphasis on conservation design and planning.

    Prereq: ENVS 285  or permission of instructor required
  
  • ENVS 410 - Environmental Landscape Design


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Commercial, residential, and indoor placement of plant materials for maximum utilization and energy conservation.

    Prereq: ENVS 150  and ENVS 151  
  
  • ENVS 424 - Sustainable Systems Design


    3 Credit(s). 3 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Permaculture-based approaches to regional self-reliance and appropriate technology.

    Prereq: ENVS 100  and ENVS 102 
  
  • ENVS 445G - Coastal Sciences


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Management of coastal aquatic ecosystems; emphasis on interactions with terrestrial and atmospheric systems; hydraulic and ecological modeling; and coastal restoration.

    Prereq: BIOL 110  
  
  • ENVS 450G - Weather and Climate


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Discussion of weather systems including fronts, clouds, precipitation, circulation, severe weather, forecasting, climate classification, and climate change.

  
  • ENVS 455G - Geographic Information Science I


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    GIS theory and methodology, practical GIS software skills and basic scientific computing skills, map development and basic photo interpretation.

    Prereq: Literacy in Micro-Computers
  
  • ENVS 457G - Directed Studies in Environmental Science


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. Independent research or special projects.

    Rstr: Permission of instructor required
  
  • ENVS 464G - Geographic Information Science II


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Emphasis on practical GIS applications, advanced GIS software skills map development and modeling.

    Prereq: ENVS 455G 
  
  • ENVS 472 - Internship


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Supervised work-study in the field of environmental science.

    Rstr: Permission of instructor required. Juniors or seniors in ENVS only.
  
  • ENVS 473G - Remote Sensing in GIS


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    GIS remote sensing and analysis based on aerial photography and satellite imagery, applying this technology for analyzing spatial issues.

    Prereq: ENVS 455G  or GEOL 330 
    Rstr: Upper Division only
  
  • ENVS 484G - Watershed Science


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Application of the planning process at the watershed (and larger) scale emphasizing the use of GIS and computer modeling tools.

    Prereq: ENVS 100  
    Rstr: Junior or senior standing
  
  • ENVS 486G - Water Quality


    4 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Design of data collection and analysis of chemical and biological properties necessary to support the planning process.

    Prereq: CHEM 101 , CHEM 112 , and ENVS 285 
  
  • ENVS 487G - Advanced GIS Analysis and Applications


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Prereq: ENVS 464G  and ENVS 473G  
  
  • ENVS 490G - Environmental Pedology


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Soil-solute interactions occurring as a result of natural and human activities.

    Prereq: ENVS 285  or permission of instructor required
    Rstr: Upper Division only
  
  • ENVS 493G - Soil-Plant Relationships


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Chemical, biological, and physical properties of soils in relation to nutrient cycling and plant growth, including evaluation of soil supplements.

    Prereq: BIOL 110  
  
  • ENVS 494G - Capstone Seminar


    1-3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Practical application of GIS and remote sensing technology to address a spatial problem more effectively within the student’s chosen field of study.

    Prereq: ENVS 487G - Advanced GIS Analysis and Applications  
    Rstr: Upper Division only
  
  • ENVS 495G - Soil Genesis and Survey


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Formation, distribution and classification of soils as natural bodies.

    Rstr: Non-majors; permission of instructor required
  
  • ENVS 498G - Soil Biology


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Role of plants, animals, and microbes in soil generation and the biochemical transformations in soil ecosystems; required for plant nutrition.

    Prereq: ENVS 285  or permission of instructor required
  
  • ENVS 545 - Coastal Restoration Methods


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Advanced techniques and practices in coastal restoration.

  
  • ENVS 559 - Environmental Resources Seminar


    1 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. Presentations by outside speakers and by GEOS faculty members. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • ENVS 569 - Topics in Environmental Resource Science


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies.

  
  • ENVS 570 - Biogeochemical Cycles


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Biogeochemical cycles of carbon nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur on both water and soil resources.

  
  • ENVS 579 - Internship


    6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Supervised internship in the field of Environmental Resource Science.

    Grading Option: S/U/W
  
  • ENVS 580 - Fate of Pollutants in Soils and Natural Waters


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Thermodynamics and surface reactions affecting the presence, distribution, and fate of pollutants.

  
  • ENVS 589 - Capstone Project


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies.

    Grading Option: S/U/W
  
  • ENVS 590 - Advanced Environmental Modeling


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Theories and practices of environmental systems modeling, big data handling and analysis, and data visualization.

  
  • ENVS 597 - Directed Individual Study


    1-3 Credit(s).

    Independent research or special projects. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit.

  
  • ENVS 599 - Thesis Research and Thesis


    3-9 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3-9 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Grading Option: S/U/W
  
  • ENVS 899 - Examinations Only


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Required of all graduate non-thesis students taking examinations, oral and/or written, who are not registered for any other course.

    Grading Option: S, U, W

Exploration

  
  • EXPL 200 - Career Exploration


    2 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Career exploration and planning through self-awareness and career testing. Applies career development theory and the decision making process.

    Rstr: Only freshman and sophomores or instructor permission
    Grading Option: CR/NC
  
  • EXPL 300 - College to Career


    2 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Examines career development by incorporating self-awareness, career exploration, and self-marketing techniques into effective career decision making and development of job search skills.

    Rstr: Only juniors and seniors or instructor permission
    Grading Option: CR/NC

Finance

  
  • FNAN 220 - Principles of Real Estate I


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Survey course in the principles of real estate covering the laws and practices of real estate sales; meets the standards of the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for classroom instruction required for real estate licensing.

  
  • FNAN 221 - Principles of Real Estate II


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Principles and practices of real estate brokerage; meets the standards of the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for classroom instruction required for real estate licensing.

    Prereq: FNAN 220  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • FNAN 222 - Appraisal of Real Estate


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Principles and procedures for real estate appraisal; the cost, market, and income approach to real estate value. The course meets the standards of the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for classroom instruction required for real estate licensing.

    Prereq: FNAN 220  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • FNAN 230 - Personal Consumer Finance


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Fundamentals of financial planning and expenditure control for individuals and families. Proper use of credit, insurance, real property, and other investments. Not applicable towards a degree in Business Administration.

    LCCN: CFIN 2113
  
  • FNAN 250 - Financial Principles and Applications


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Financial analysis designed to provide the non-business student with an understanding of the concepts involved in financial decision-making including a survey of the major areas of study within finance: (1) financial institutions and markets, (2) business finance, (3) investment finance.

    Rstr: Not open to students with earned credit for FNAN 300 . Not applicable towards a degree in Business Administration.
  
  • FNAN 300 - Business Finance


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Development and application of theories and principles of finance for incorporated and unincorporated businesses.

    Prereq: ACCT 201  and QMET 251  or STAT 214  with a grade of “C” or better
    LCCN: CFIN 3113
    Rstr: 30 hours
 

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