May 17, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2019-2020 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Humanities

  
  • HUM 1990 Special Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 110 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines.

  
  • HUM 2000 Language and Culture


    3 Hours

    Biologist Lewis Thomas, in his book Lives of a Cell, states that “the gift of language is the single human trait that marks us all genetically.” In this course, we will examine what language is, how its various systems, such as grammar and phonetics, work together to enable us to communicate, and why language and culture are so mutually dependent on each other. Students will also be introduced to basic theories of linguistics, language acquisition, and grammar.

  
  • HUM 2300 Greek Civilization


    3 Hours

    A survey of the culture and history of Greece from its Mycenaean origins through the Hellinistic period. Topics include literature, art, mythology, history, and philosophy. Cross Listed with CLA 2300 Greek Civilization 

  
  • HUM 2950 Studies Abroad


    3-6 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 1100 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • HUM 2990 Special Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 110 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines (delete if possible).

  
  • HUM 3100 French and Francophone Literature and Culture


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 1010 

    This course, which may vary by topic at each offering, will study  literatures and cultures of the French-speaking nations of the world.  Texts taught in translation.  Repeatable two times with different topics.

  
  • HUM 3500 Topics in Asian Culture


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 1100 or its equivalent.

    This course, which may vary by topic at each offering, will study special topics related to the culture, arts, and philosophies of the countries of Asia, past and present. Repeatable twice with different topics.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • HUM 3950 Studies Abroad


    3-6 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 1100 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • HUM 3990 Special Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 110 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines.

  
  • HUM 4950 Studies Abroad


    3-6 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 1100 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • HUM 4990 Special Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ENG 110 Interdisciplinary courses in humanistic disciplines.


Interior Design

  
  • ITD 1001 Architectural Drafting


    3 Hours

    An introductory lab course focusing on the development of basic manual drafting skills. The components of plan, elevation, and section drawing will be introduced. Students are required to utilize drafting tools/instruments.

  
  • ITD 1002 Design Drawing


    3 Hours

    Perspective drawing skills are developed as a graphic communication tool, both for the expression of design concepts and for the presentation of those concepts to others. Emphasis will also be on mastering the quality and control of line as students develop sketching skills. Students will gain an understanding of the importance

  
  • ITD 1003 Foundations Studio


    3 Hours

    This course introduces a fundamental approach to architectural and interior design.  A sequenced investigation of elements and principles of design will teach students to develop skills which will inform the complex relationships between geometries, composition, and systematic strategies. Students will learn to analyze case studies and use analytical diagramming to further inform the design solution. Three-dimensional modeling and drawing will be used as a means of understanding and presenting.

  
  • ITD 1004 Rendering


    3 Hours

    Application of color through use of markers, pencils, and other media on various papers is explored to aid students in concept and design communication. Color theory and color psychology are introduced.

  
  • ITD 1010 Materials I


    3 Hours

    This course introduces materiality and conceptual attributes of materials. Students will learn weave, structure and characteristics of textiles. They will be exposed to testing methodologies and begin to develop resources to be used in future projects. Finish schedules and specifications will be introduced.

  
  • ITD 1020 Building Systems I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ART 1020

    This course will expose students to the history of structures and building material properties. Students will understand building systems and envelope components. They will be aware of fire egress and separation and ADA codes considerations within the building structure. This course will include a variety of job site visits for experiential learning opportunities.

  
  • ITD 1100 Interior Design History I


    3 Hours

    Students will study art, architecture, and furniture, and interior design from Antiquity to 1750 within the context of historical, political, cultural, and social events. With a concentration on the origins of interior design in furniture making, students will be able to discern stylistic movements and quality characteristics associated with each period.

  
  • ITD 2001 Interior Design Studio I


    5 Hours

    Prerequisites: ART 1020

    Students will be introduced to the phases of design. They will research sustainable factors to inform the design. Students will organize space and incorporate ecological and ethical considerations to produce the design. Principles of lighting, construction documentation, and presentation will be introduced.

  
  • ITD 2002 Interior Design Studio II


    5 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 1020 and ITD 2001

    This course will require students utilize the phases of design and codes knowledge to create commercial design outcomes. They will communicate design effectively using design technology. Students will be exposed to social and psychological influences that affect design.

  
  • ITD 2010 Materials II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 1010

    In this course students will understand material use across project type and be able to discern appropriate application. They will create specifications and finish schedules to communicate intent. Students will be exposed to differing budget constraints to incorporate client needs in determining appropriate solutions. This course will include various field trips and guest lectures.

  
  • ITD 2020 Building Systems II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 1020

    Students will be introduced to electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. They will develop an understanding of lighting principles and applications based on building type and energy code application. They will explore sound and acoustic control for interior design. This course will include a variety of site visits and guest lecturers.

  
  • ITD 2040 Decorative Arts


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 1100

    Students will attain considerable knowledge and meaning in all aspects of the decorative arts, material culture and its relevance to contemporary practice. They will understand the defining categorical boundaries between the decorative and applied arts while being exposed to concepts of physical, psychological, and spiritual connectivity to objects. Investigations into the use of media and marketing will be discussed as well as the consideration of specific materials and techniques. (Elective)

  
  • ITD 2051 Interior Design Technology I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ART 1020

    Students will be introduced to 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional computer-aided drafting utilizing architectural line weights and line types to produce communicative documentation. They will be exposed to various presentation methods, interface with printing and page setup, and computer rendering principles.

  
  • ITD 2052 Interior Design Technology II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 2052

    Students will build upon 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional computer-aided drafting techniques learned in Technology I to produce communicative and stylistic documentation. They will be learn additional presentation methods including advanced modeling and rendering techniques to produce high-quality computer presentations.

  
  • ITD 2200 Interior Design History II


    3 Hours

    Students will be exposed to art, architecture, furniture and interior design of 1750 to 1900 within the context of historical, political, and social events in a rapidly modernizing world. This comprehensive survey examines significant changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution and how it transformed the world of design from Gothic revival to Prairie style.

  
  • ITD 2300 Interior Design History III


    3 Hours

    Students will be exposed to art, architecture, furniture, and design from 1900 to present. Concepts of Modernity is greatly examined during this industrial and global progressive movement. New technologies and emerging materials contribute to the ever changing theories, as well as the influence of historical, social, and environmental issues. 

  
  • ITD 3003 Interior Design Studio III


    5 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 2002

    This course will be taught each semester by a visiting instructor in specialty design areas. This option allows students to explore preferred areas of design. They will produce finish and material schedules, appropriate graphic symbology, and detail drawings. Students will be exposed to social and psychological influences that affect design. Understanding and applying research to inform design will be emphasized.

  
  • ITD 3004 Interior Design Studio IV


    5 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 2002

    This course will be taught each semester by a visiting instructor in specialty design areas. This option allows students to explore preferred areas of design. Students will produce finish and material schedules, appropriate graphic symbology, and detail drawings. Students will be exposed to social and psychological influences that affect design. Understanding and applying research to inform design will be emphasized.

  
  • ITD 3020 Design Interaction


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 2020 and ITD 2052

    This course emphasizes anthropometric, ergonomic, and proxemic information and the interaction of the human body with design and technology. Students will understand and apply appropriate 3-dimensional details in order to meet specific and varied needs of users in addition to fitting designs with existing building and distribution systems.

  
  • ITD 3100 Interior Design Theory


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 2002

    Students will explore theoretical concepts related to the built environment. They will research and be exposed to overarching motivations of designers to create spaces for social, experiential, political, and spiritual reasons. Students will be aware of opposing viewpoints on each of several theories.

  
  • ITD 3120 Personal Branding and Portfolio Development


    3 Hours

    Emphasis will be placed on the development of the student’s personal style and creating branded marketing materials that include a career portfolio.  A study of business etiquette, communication techniques, and professional skills will also be discussed to prepare students for interviewing and networking in the industry.  

  
  • ITD 4005 Interior Design Studio V


    5 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 3004 and ITD 3100

    Students will be involved in intense research and exploration of a design thesis to determine validity of concept. They will experiment with a variety of creative trials to hone ideas for further development in INT 4006 Studio VI. Students will select project and site, as well as perform a thorough building analysis.

  
  • ITD 4006 Interior Design Studio VI


    5 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 4005

    This course requires students demonstrate competency in interior design practices. They will demonstrate ability to independently determine critical path and outcomes to communicate design intent. Students will collaborate with an advising team to encourage critical thinking and self-directed application of design.

  
  • ITD 4010 Interior Design Professional Practice


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 3004

    Students will learn communication methods, collaborative roles, continuing education, and certification specific to interior design. Students will prepare cover letters, resumes, and digital design portfolios. They will participate in mock interviews, interface with professional organizations and discuss professionalism in the workplace to prepare them to be valuable members of the design workplace.

  
  • ITD 4100 Interior Design Philosophy


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 3100

    Students survey previously learned precedent theories and begin to develop a personal design philosophy. This seminar allows students to explore personal ideologies based on life experiences, world culture, art, and the diversity of design. They will use visuals to stimulate discussion encouraging debate which leads to justification of individual thought.

  
  • ITD 4270 Interior Design Internship


    4 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITD 4010

    Students will learn communication methods, collaborative roles, continuing education, and certification specific to interior design. Students will prepare cover letters, resumes, and design portfolios. They will participate in mock interviews, interface with professional organizations and discuss professionalism in the workplace to prepare them to be valuable members of the design workplace.

     


International Business

  
  • INB 3300 International Business


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ECO 2210 .

    An introduction to the theories and practices of international business. The course gives special emphasis to the impact of environmental forces on multinational firms and on management responses to changing international conditions.

  
  • INB 3800 Comparative Economic Systems


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ECO 2210  or ECO 2220 .

    This course investigates the organization of economic systems in the world’s major industrialized nations. Through comparative analysis of social, private sector, and governmental institutions, students learn the strengths and weaknesses of national economies. The economics of China, the European Union, Japan and the Commonwealth of Independent States are the primary areas of interest for this course. Particular emphasis is placed upon the impact of globalization in each economy. Cross Listed with ECO 3800 .

  
  • INB 3810 Global Supply Chain Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: INB 3300  

    This course will introduce students to the terminology, concepts, and skills related to supply chain management.  The study of supply chain management involves the management of key business processes, the flow of goods and information, and relationships with fellow members of the supply chain.  Students will develop an understanding of the complexities associated with the movement of goods and information, and how they affect the mission of the firm.  Discussion will address the various processes and activities within an organization and how they interface with other members of a global supply chain. Cross Listed with MGT 3810 , MKT 3810  

  
  • INB 4200 International Entrepreneurship


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ETP 3000   Prerequisites/Corequisites: INB 3300  

    This course provides students with an overview of key trends and developments in international commerce as it influences the entrepreneurial sector of the economy.  The course familiarizes students with selected theories and concepts of international business and with the ways in which they affect entrepreneurial ventures.  Students will work on projects that will examine the international dimensions of starting and growing an entrepreneurial venture. Cross Listed with ETP 4200 .

  
  • INB 4310 International Marketing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: MKT 3210 . Prerequisites/Corequisites: INB 3300  

    The course will explore the differences between domestic and international marketing. Marketing problems, opportunities, and organization of multinational firms to serve transnational markets are examined. Government aids and impediments are discussed along with a framework for cross-cultural analysis. Cross Listed with MKT 4310 .

  
  • INB 4330 International Capital Markets


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites/Corequisites: FIN 3210 , INB 3300  or permission of instructor.

    This course analyzes the key financial markets and instruments that facilitate international trade and investment activity. The economic determinants of exchange rates in the major financial markets are studied and the financial tools and techniques used to manage exchange rate exposure by the firm are identified and explored. Cross Listed with ECO 4330  and FIN 4330 .

  
  • INB 4400 International Economics


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites:  ECO 2210  or ECO 2220 .

    An examination of the special problems and issues surrounding the economic interaction of sovereign nations. Topics include gains from trade, patterns of trade, balance of payments, determination of exchange rates, free trade and protectionism, international capital markets, and issues in international policy coordination. Cross Listed with ECO 4400 .


Italian

  
  • ITL 1010 Elementary Italian I


    4 Hours

    Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, composition and reading. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 1020 Elementary Italian II


    4 Hours

    Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, composition and reading. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 1895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • ITL 1950 Study Abroad: Elementary Italian


    1-18 Hours

    Study of Italian at the beginning level and of Italian culture and Italy.

  
  • ITL 1990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes. Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).

  
  • ITL 2010 Intermediate Italian I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 1020  or two years of high school Italian.

    Speaking, reading, and writing Italian, with an intensive grammar review. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 2020 Intermediate Italian II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 1020  or two years of high school Italian.

    Speaking, reading, and writing Italian, with an intensive grammar review. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 2895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • ITL 2950 Study Abroad: Intermediate Italian


    1-18 Hours

    Study of Italian at the intermediate level and of Italian culture in Italy. Individual titles may be assigned; course may be repeated with different topics.

  
  • ITL 2990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes. Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).

  
  • ITL 3010 Studies in Italian Language, Literature and Culture


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 2020  or permission of instructor.

    A survey of Italian literature, language and culture. Emphasis will vary depending on background of students.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 3020 Studies in Italian Language, Literature and Culture


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 2020  or permission of instructor.

    A survey of Italian literature, language and culture. Emphasis will vary depending on background of students.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 3110 Advanced Conversation and Composition


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 2020  or permission of instructor.

    Intensive practice to improve oral and written fluency.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 3120 Introduction to Italian Literature


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 2020  or permission of instructor.

    Close study of selected major works of Italian literature in the original combined with practice in oral and written expression.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 3370 Special Topics in Italian Studies


    1-3 Hours

    This course with variable credit offers advanced studies in Italian language and civilization. Specific topics are chosen after consultation with the instructor.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • ITL 3895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • ITL 3950 Study Abroad: Advanced Italian, Special Topics


    1-18 Hours

    Study of Italian at the advanced level in Italy; individual titles assigned reflecting specific focus of study; individual titles may be assigned. Repeatable up to 24 hours of credit.

  
  • ITL 3980 Peer Tutor


    0-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ITL 2020  or equivalent and permission of the instructor.

    Arranged on an individual basis, this course introduces students to the teaching and / or tutoring of foreign languages. Students work closely with a faculty mentor and students in a classroom or tutoring setting. May count toward the Major or Minor in the corresponding language. Does not fulfill General Education Core Humanities requirements. Does fulfill BELL Core EL requirements and counts toward the Engaged Scholars Peer Tutoring category.

  
  • ITL 3990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes. Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).

  
  • ITL 4895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • ITL 4990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes. Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).


Japanese

  
  • JPN 1010 Elementary Japanese I


    4 Hours

    This course is an introduction to the Japanese language and culture. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 1020 Elementary Japanese II


    4 Hours

    This course is an introduction to the Japanese language and culture. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 1895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • JPN 1990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 2010 Intermediate Japanese I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: JPN 1010 , JPN 1020 ; or the equivalent as determined by the department.

    Continued study of the Japanese language and culture. $30.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 2020 Intermediate Japanese II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: JPN 1010 , JPN 1020 ; or the equivalent as determined by the department.

    Continued study of the Japanese language and culture. $30.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 2895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • JPN 2950 Studies Abroad


    3-18 Hours

    Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.

  
  • JPN 2990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 3895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • JPN 3950 Studies Abroad


    3-18 Hours

    Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.

  
  • JPN 3990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • JPN 4895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • JPN 4990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).

Latin

  
  • LAT 1010 Latin Fundamentals I


    4 Hours

    Fundamentals of Latin grammar with intensive vocabulary study including scientific terminology. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $30.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • LAT 1020 Latin Fundamentals II


    4 Hours

    Prerequisites: LAT 1010  or one year of high school Latin.

    Fundamentals of Latin grammar with intensive vocabulary study including scientific terminology. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $30.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • LAT 1895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • LAT 1990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

  
  • LAT 2010 Intermediate Latin I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: LAT 1020  or two years of high school Latin.

    Review of principles of syntax; selections from several authors are read. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • LAT 2020 Intermediate Latin II


    3 Hours

    Includes portions from Virgil, Cicero, Horace, Caesar, Livy, Tacitus, St. Augustine. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • LAT 2895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • LAT 2950 Study Abroad: Intermediate Latin


    1-18 Hours

    Study of overseas of Latin at the intermediate level and of the culture of classical Rome. Individuals titles may be assigned; course may be repeated with different topics.

  
  • LAT 2990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

  
  • LAT 3030 Virgil


    3 Hours

    Readings in the Eclogues, Georgics, and Aeneid.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • LAT 3040 Ovid


    3 Hours

    Readings from the Ars Amatoria and Metamorphoses.

  
  • LAT 3110 Medieval and Renaissance Latin


    3 Hours

    Selected readings from the Church Fathers, Saints’ Lives, Lyrics, and History.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • LAT 3120 Special Topics in Latin


    3 Hours

    In consultation with the instructor, the students will concentrate on the writers of the Late Republic, the Age of Augustus, or the Latin Middle Ages.

  
  • LAT 3895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • LAT 3950 Study Abroad: Advanced Latin, Special Topics


    1-6 Hours

    Study of overseas of Latin at the advanced level; individual titles assigned reflecting specific focus of study. Individual titles may be assigned. Repeatable up to 24 hours of credit.

  
  • LAT 3990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

  
  • LAT 4895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • LAT 4990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.


Legal Studies

  
  • LGS 4010 Legal Writing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: (Prerequisites- GND 1015, COM 2200 or COM 2020, ENG 3010 )- [for non-legal studies majors/minors, permission of instructor and successful completion of GND 1015 and ENG 3010 ] Students may not be simultaneously enrolled in any of the pre-requisite courses Required of Legal Studies majors.

    This course trains students in techniques of advanced audience analysis for the writing of a variety of legal documents, and in composing advanced analytical and persuasive legal texts.  Students will practice information literacy and research using field appropriate resources; write two analytical memoranda in the closed and in the open forms using techniques of objective writing to apply legal research, analysis and application of relevant aspects of the law to the client’s case, and provide well-organized and supported written communication. Students will also write a substantial analytical and persuasive paper (of roughly 10,000 words with opportunities for revision) in the form of a traditional journal note; a research paper on a legal issue of interest to the student; a trial or an appellate brief; a proposal or recommendation report addressing a significant legal issue; or, an equivalent project developed with the course professor.  At the completion of the course, students will have written and been evaluated in writing open and closed memoranda and an extended research-based prose persuasive document representative of professional legal writing for publication or for use as a legal brief.


Liberal Studies

  
  • LIS 330 Personal Development


    3 Hours

    Features topics that are designed to foster specific skills. For example, a course in creative writing or a course in the History of Baseball would augment a student’s personal storehouse of knowledge.

  
  • LIS 1100 Intellectual Growth and Inquiry


    2 Hours

    This course provides an introduction to Belmont and the Liberal Studies program and begins the process of developing an individualized curriculum for each student. This course must be completed in the first semester of enrollment in the Liberal Studies program.

 

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