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GENERAL STUDIES

College of Arts and Sciences

GS 101 University Success Skills Three hours
This course is designed to focus on developing practical study skills to enhance academic success. Skills taught in this class are time-utilization, concentration, listening, note taking, testing, use of library resources, and personal issues that face many university students. 

GS 110 Improving Reading Proficiency Three hours
This course is designed to develop better reading skills through expansion of vocabulary and improvement of reading comprehension and writing skills. The successful student will be able to understand, improve, and use reading skills in order to gain the knowledge and self-confidence that is needed to be more successful in the academic world and life in general.

GEOGRAPHY

College of Arts and Sciences

GEG 315 World Geography Three hours
This course highlights the topography, climate, natural resources, and demography of the seven continents and further emphasizes map, and political status of major world powers and other global considerations.

GEG 321 Cultural Geography and Anthropology Three hours
Students explore the interplay of natural environment, social organization and culture. Emphasis is on the diverse ways that ethnicity emerges as various human groups adjust to locale in which they live.

GEG 332 Economic Geography Three hours
This course is a study of the influence of geographical factors on development of economic activities, production, location of industries, manufacturing, commerce, international trade, and economic welfare.

GEG 442 Political Geography Three hours
This course is a study of the influence of geographical factors on political institutions, foreign policies, and national and international attitudes of people of modern nations. Prerequisites: POL 110 or consent of instructor.

GEG 480 Selected Topics Three hours
A survey and discussion of selected advanced topics in contemporary geography including such subjects as Human Geography, Spatial Research, Computerized Topography, etc.

GEOLOGY

College of Arts and Sciences

GEO 105 Introductory Earth Science Three hours
The fundamental concepts of geology, meteorology, and astronomy will be studied. General topics will include: origin of the universe, solar system and earth, the structure and composition of the earth, physical and historical geology, the atmosphere, weather, and climate. There are no prerequisites for this course. Does count as a physical science general education requirement.

GEO 106 Introductory Earth Science Lab One hour
The fundamental concepts of geology, meteorology, and astronomy will be studied through participation in laboratory and field-based activities. This course is designed to give hands-on, inquiry-based knowledge, and applications in the Earth sciences. General topics will include: origin of the universe, solar system and earth, the structure and composition of the earth, physical and historical geology, the atmosphere, weather and climate, and mapping. Geology 105 is a co-requisite or prerequisite for this course.

GEO 210 Field Studies in Geology Three hours
A general overview of physical geology is included along with emphasis on selected regions of the United States. A two-week field trip is included. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

GEO 211 Physical Geology Three hours
Description: Study of the materials which make up the earths crust, followed by a study of the processes of erosion and weathering and the forces of vulcanureous and diastrophism. Required for biology and chemistry students completing a teaching area in biology or chemistry.

GEO 213 Physical Geology Laboratory One hour
Laboratory work designed to accompany GEO 211. Minerals, rock, aerial photographs, and topographic maps are studied. Required for biology and chemistry students completing teaching area in biology or chemistry, optional for other students. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and concurrent enrollment in GEO 211.

GEO 300 Paleontology Three hours
Paleontology is a study of the ecology, morphology, and evolution of ancient life forms. Prerequisites: GEO 211; BIO 201; or BIO 202 recommended.

GERMAN

College of Arts and Sciences

GER 101 German Culture and Language Three hours
A conversational approach to the study of German culture and civilization. Everyday topics, cultural differences, and phrases useful when traveling in a German-speaking country will be learned through lecture, discussion, and various language activities. Note: This course will not count toward the foreign language requirement for the B.A.

GER 111 Elementary German I Three hours
An introductory course in the German language. Grammar, conversation, reading, and writing are emphasized by means of pattern drills, exercises, tapes, and CDs accompanying the textbook.

GER 112 Elementary German II Three hours
A continuation of GER 111. Prerequisite: GER 111 or equivalent.

GER 211 Intermediate German I Three hours
A continuation of the study of the German language by means of further grammar study; readings and discussions in German of various cultural presentations; and conversational practice in class and in the laboratory. Prerequisite: GER 112 or equivalent.

GER 212 Intermediate German II Three hours
A continuation of GER 211. Prerequisite: GER 211 or equivalent.

GREEK

School of Theology

GRK 221/222 Beginning Greek Six hours
An introduction to New Testament Greek including grammar and translation.

GRK 321/322 Intermediate Greek Exegesis Six hours
Intermediate Greek Exegesis: The development of exegetical skills in the study of the Greek text of the New Testament.