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    Jul 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Binghamton University Academic Guide 
  
2024-2025 Binghamton University Academic Guide

Courses


 

French

  
  • FREN 341 - France Today


    Credits: 4

    What does it mean to be French? From the Republican values of liberte, egalite, and laicite to labor unions and gilets jaunes, from an obsession with la natalite to a commitment to la securite sociale, from ambivalence toward France’s bloody history of Empire, immigration, and the European project to outrage at l’evasion fiscale and la feminicide, this course examines the intersections of French history, values, and everyday life. semester. Prerequisite: FREN 241 or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 351 - Advanced Grammar


    Credits: 4

    A comprehensive examination of grammatical structures of French at an advanced level. Systematic review, reinforcement, and interactive practice of grammar points will strengthen skills in speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing, and will serve as further preparation for advanced coursework. Offered regularly. Prerequisite: FREN 241, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 380A - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Offered every other spring. Prerequisite: FREN 241, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 380B - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Offered every other spring. Prerequisite: FREN 241, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 380C - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Offered every other spring. Prerequisite: FREN 241, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 380Q - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Offered every other spring. Prerequisite: FREN 241, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 381A - Topics in Literature & Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature & Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: one 300 level course, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • FREN 381B - Topics in Literature & Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature & Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: one 300 level course, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • FREN 381C - Topics in Literature & Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature & Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: one 300 level course, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • FREN 381D - Topics in Literature & Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature & Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: one 300 level course, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • FREN 381E - Topics in Literature & Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature & Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: one 300 level course, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • FREN 381Q - Topics in Literature & Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature & Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: one 300 level course, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • FREN 397 - Independent Study


    Credits: Variable

    Independent reading and research on selected topic in consultation with major advisor.

  
  • FREN 399 - Jr. Honors


    Credits: Variable

    This program may be completed in one or two semesters, for a maximum of four credits.

  
  • FREN 480A - AdvTopics Language/Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 480B - AdvTopics Language/Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 480C - AdvTopics Language/Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 480D - AdvTopics Language/Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 480I - AdvTopics Language/Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 480J - AdvTopics Language/Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Language and Linguistics. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481A - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481B - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481C - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481D - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481E - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481F - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481G - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481H - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481I - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481J - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481K - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481L - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481R - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481V - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 481Z - Adv FRE/FrancophoneLit/Culture


    Credits: 4

    Topics in Literature and Culture. Topics vary by semester. Prerequisite: two 300-level courses or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 491 - Teaching College French I


    Credits: Variable

    Participation in team teaching and assisting students with more experienced personnel of lower-division courses to gain practical and theoretical knowledge of language learning. Pass/Fail grading option only. Does not count toward the major or minor. s. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 497 - Independent Study


    Credits: Variable

    Independent reading and research on selected topic in consultation with major advisor. s.

  
  • FREN 498 - Senior Thesis


    Credits: Variable

    Student may complete thesis in one or, if necessary, two semesters, earning four credits per semester.

  
  • FREN 499 - Senior Honors


    Credits: Variable

    Student may complete thesis in one or, if necessary, two semesters, earning four credits per semester.

  
  • FREN 501 - Elementary French I


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 502 - Elementary French II


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 503 - Intermediate French I


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 504 - Intermediate French II


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 505 - Language and Culture


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 506 - French Society and Culture


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 507 - Advanced Grammar


    Credits: 1

    Restricted to Graduate Students. Permission of Instructor.

  
  • FREN 511 - French Grammar for Grad Stud


    Credits: 2

    A systematic and comprehensive review of French grammar, with a particular emphasis on the skills needed for reading advanced academic prose. Intended for graduate students who need proficiency in French for their research. Previous knowledge of French is not required.

  
  • FREN 580A - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Language and Linguistics.

  
  • FREN 580B - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Language and Linguistics.

  
  • FREN 580C - Topics in Language&Literature


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Language and Linguistics.

  
  • FREN 580D - Topics in Lanuage&Literature


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Language and Linguistics.

  
  • FREN 580E - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French language and linguistics (phonology, morphology, syntax, historical linguistics and sociolinguistics).

  
  • FREN 580I - Topics in Language&Linguistics


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Language and Linguistics.

  
  • FREN 581A - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581B - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581C - Topics in French Lit&/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581D - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581E - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581F - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581G - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581H - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581I - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581J - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581K - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581L - Old French (Bilingual)


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and/or culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581M - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581N - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581P - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581R - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581V - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581X - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581Y - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 581Z - Topics in French Lit &/or Cult


    Credits: 4

    Topics in French Literature and Culture. Topic determined by semester.

  
  • FREN 591 - Teaching College French


    Credits: Variable

    Participation in team teaching and assisting students with more experienced personnel of lower-division courses to gain practical and theoretical knowledge of language learning. Pass/Fail grading option only. Does not count toward the major or minor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

  
  • FREN 597 - Independent Study


    Credits: Variable

    Independent reading and research on selected topic in consultation with graduate advisor. s.

  
  • FREN 599 - M A Thesis


    Credits: Variable

    Thesis, equivalent of four-credit course, may be completed in one semester or two. Graded on Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis only.

  
  • FREN 700 - Continuous Registration


    Credits: 1

    1 cr.

  
  • FREN 707 - Research Skills


    Credits: Variable


Geography

  
  • GEOG 101 - Introduction to Geography


    Credits: 4

    Introduction to the major subfields of geography using maps and spatial data at local, regional and global scales. Issues of global significance are examined by comparing and contrasting the experience of core regions, such as Europe and the United States, to other world regions. Topics include realms of evolution and cultural exchange, biotic regions, global climate change, world population patterns and trends, migration flows, global cities and economic development. For majors and non-majors. Not open to seniors.

  
  • GEOG 103 - Multi-Cultl Geographies Of US


    Credits: 4

    Overview of historical and contemporary patterns of multicultural geography within the U.S. Provides students an understanding of the evolution of several American subcultures (White European, Latino, Asian and Black) through the prism of geography, both in broad context and in separate analyses of socio-economic well-being, housing and healthcare differences over time and between racial/ethnic groups. The student is constantly reminded of the question: How do race/ethnicity, the political economy and degree of opportunity affect where and how well people live? Students learn to better understand patterns of the past and of today from a geographic perspective. For majors and non-majors. Not open to seniors.

  
  • GEOG 105 - Intro Geotechnol Space&Science


    Credits: 4

    Intro to GeoTechnologies provides fundamental instruction in theory/practice of modern geographic methods, including image analysis, web mapping, global positioning systems, GIS, data collection and analysis of place-based information, coupled with hypothesis formulation and testing, and the writing of lab reports/field study exercises/practica, using widely available web-based freeware (eg., Google earth, US Census data/mapping). Restricted to freshmen and sophomores; first-semester juniors admitted only by department permission. Course fee applies. Refer to the Schedule of Classes.

  
  • GEOG 106 - Latinx in the U.S.


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to familiarize students with issues pertaining to: (a) Latinas(os) and Latin American immigrants living in the US; (b) The manner in which Western European (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, British) and U.S. socio-economic and political expansion and interactions with Latin America and the Caribbean have helped frame the social, political, and economic conditions encountered by Latinas/os and Latin American peoples living in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean; (c) The ways in which Latinas/os in the U.S. are affected by events taking place in Latin America and the Caribbean; (d) The manner in which race, ethnicity, nationality, color, class, gender, and sexual orientation have been historically perceived within Chicana(o) Latina(o) communities; (e) The ways in which Chicanas(os) Latinas(os) have been perceived by others; (f) The manner in which these identities and interactions produce various types of individual and group identifications and socio-political movements.

  
  • GEOG 107 - The Modern Caribbean


    Credits: 4

    A broad, interdisciplinary and socio-historical introduction to the Caribbean, beginning with the Haitian Revolution at the end of the 18th century and ending with the trends and changes emerging during the 1990s. Several themes are covered, including empire and the making of the Caribbean; slavery and emancipation; labor formation and race; nationalist movements, colonialism and neo-colonialism; revolution and resistance; gender oppression and women; and cultural expressions.

  
  • GEOG 120 - Weather And Climate


    Credits: 4

    A systematic study of processes that govern variations in atmospheric conditions over time and space. Elements of heat exchange, moisture exchange and dynamics of air movement examined in relation to causes for various climatic patterns on Earth. Elements of applied climatology related to specific problems such as irrigation needs, wind erosion of soils, acid rain, water pollution, flood and storm prediction. For majors and non-majors.

  
  • GEOG 121 - Physical Geography


    Credits: 4

    Introduces the student to physical elements on Earth. Topics include weather and climate, land forms, soil and vegetation. Specific global problems of physical environment are discussed (examples: erosion, greenhouse warming). For majors and non-majors.

  
  • GEOG 135 - Planning Across the World


    Credits: 4

    This introductory course will examine what determines how we design cities, towns, and villages in the United States and around the world. We will look at cultural, economic, and political factors that influence the planning process. The practical management of a democratic system of regulation and enforcement that supports local communities will be explored with differing views on private property rights, community planning and economic influence from around the world. Offered in fall.

  
  • GEOG 151 - World Regional Geography


    Credits: 4

    The world is partitioned into major regions or realms for comparison. The geographic similarities and differences between them are examined. The central theme is the interrelationship among nature, society and location. The roles of human institutions and how they vary and affect each other across the world are discussed. For majors and non-majors. Not open to seniors.

  
  • GEOG 160 - GIS for Social Sci &Humanities


    Credits: 4

    This course offers a basic introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using the newest software and techniques and focusing on examples of current applications in the Social Sciences and Humanities. The lecture/lab format emphasizes both theoretical background and hands-on experience and practice. The hands-on exercises will prepare the social science or humanities major with a tool they can use to explore the spatial aspects of their chosen field. Offered regularly in fall.

    Course Fees Course fee applies. Refer to the Schedule of Classes.
  
  • GEOG 180A - Special Topics in Geography


    Credits: 4

    Special Geographic courses not offered every semester that may or may not include study abroad programs.

  
  • GEOG 180C - Special Topics in Geography


    Credits: 4

    Special Geographic courses not offered every semester that may or may not include study abroad programs.

  
  • GEOG 203 - GIS Applic in Multi-Culti Geog


    Credits: 4

    This course offers students a broad overview of modern Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications at the introductory level using the newest software and techniques. Weekly hands-on exercises provide extensive practical experience using GIS and mapping to examine historical and contemporary settlement patterns of American subcultures covering 150+ years, White European, Asian and Black. Provides students with an understanding these subcultures through the prism of geography, selected GIS applications and social institutions in broad contexts and in separate analyses of racism, socio-economic well-being over time and between racial/ethnic groups. Offered regularly.

  
  • GEOG 205 - Aerial Imaging and GIS


    Credits: 4

    Increasingly, digital data collection and analysis methods affect modern populations, including the acquisition of remotely sensed images through satellites and aircraft, through the collection of digital Earth images. This introductory course provides basic understanding of mapping, airborne imaging systems, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the data collected via remote sensing to understand our complex urban and physical environments. Depending on availability in any semester, local, regional, national and international aerial images may be selected for students to analyze/prepare for mapping. This is an introductory, hands-on course that will employ modern data methods to map and to analyze. Weekly lectures and laboratory. Offered regularly.

  
  • GEOG 211 - Cultural Geography


    Credits: 4

    Using five themes in cultural geography-regional culture, cultural diffusion, cultural ecology, cultural interaction and cultural landscape, the course explores geographies of religion, language, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, race, cultural difference and political systems with the goal of developing an understanding and appreciation of the world’s diverse cultures and the ways in which they interact with one another and the environment. Fulfills the J (Joined Composition and Oral Communication) General Education requirement.

  
  • GEOG 212 - Historical Geography


    Credits: 4

    Outline of the changes in the American landscape over time as a result of interactions of peoples and cultures with each other and with environment. Three themes are stressed; cultural diversity; human-environment relationships; and organization of space in differing cultural/political economic systems.

  
  • GEOG 221 - Global Climate Change


    Credits: 4

    This course cover causes and impact of climate change ranging from the historical record to future prediction, and the possible associated socioeconomic impacts and risks. After completion of this class, students will have a well-rounded understanding of the major climate science processes and scientific methods for studying, predicting and mitigating global change. No prerequisite.

  
  • GEOG 222 - Earth’s Surface Processes


    Credits: 4

    Sculpting of Earth’s crust by exogenic forces, integration of classical and modern views in analysis of erosional and depositions landforms. Laboratory and field exercises; independent study. Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: GEOG 121 or introductory geology. s.

  
  • GEOG 232 - Economic Geography


    Credits: 4

    Spatial patterns of economic activity. Relationship of land use to spatially variable environmental factors. Introduction to location theory. Resource management problems. Environmental consequences of production processes and population growth.

  
  • GEOG 233 - Urban Geography:Race And Place


    Credits: 4

    Urban America has evolved within the context of European influences and unique processes related to American geography, technology and institutions-economic, political, legal and social. These forces, combined with America’s racial/ethnic populations, have produced unique American urban landscapes and racial problems in various periods of American history, as well as in the contemporary urban scene. This course examines specific technology and institutions that played pivotal roles in the evolution of American racial geography. Hispanic American, African American, Asian American and European American cultures are examined.

  
  • GEOG 234 - Urban Geog: Global Linkages


    Credits: 4

    The relevant debates concerning globalization and its urban linkages are examined. Sharpens the definition of globalization from a vaguely defined general process to a more precise threefold division of economic, cultural and political globalization. The connections among these three elements, the linkages between cities on several continents and the transformation of urban space are of key concern.

  
  • GEOG 235 - Intro. to Urban & Reg. Plan


    Credits: 4

    Evolution of urban and regional planning, from the inception of urbanization in the United States to the present. History and practice of planning, urban design, architecture, economic development, transportation systems, and the legal framework of planning. Examination of segregation, discrimination, and environmental justice. Theoretical and practical aspects.

 

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