Jun 01, 2024

2022-2023 Graduate Catalog

2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Epidemiology
	EPID 5400 - Epidemiology I (3 credits) This class is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the principles of epidemiology and the application of epidemiology to public health practice. The use and analysis of health statistics are emphasized. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5405 - Intermediate Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5100 . Covers application of advanced epidemiologic methods to the study of the distribution of disease and its determinants in human populations. Topics may include: study design, measures of disease frequency and association, data collection, bias, confounding, interaction, and inference. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5420 - Epidemiology of Chronic Disease (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5100 . Examines chronic disease from an epidemiologic perspective. Students learn and apply epidemiologic methods to the evaluation, prevention, and control of chronic diseases of major public health importance in the United States. Topics may include chronic disease surveillance, development of community-based interventions, the role of public health agencies and health care systems in the prevention and control of chronic disease, and socio-economic and behavioral factors in the etiology of chronic illness. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5430 - Epidemiology of Infectious Disease (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5100 . Examines infectious disease from an epidemiologic perspective, with emphasis on pathogens, disease transmission, behavioral and biological risk factors, and epidemiologic investigations and surveillance methods. Topics may include outbreak investigation, routine surveillance, data collection and analysis, vaccination and immunization, and infectious disease from both an historical and contemporary context. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5460 - Environmental Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5100 . Apply epidemiologic methods to the study of health effects from exposure to environmental contaminants in human populations. Topics include: pathways and routes of human exposure and toxicity of environmental contaminants; human exposure measures; health effect measures; epidemiologic study designs and methods; role and limits of resulting epidemiologic evidence for policy actions. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5480 - Genetic Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5100 . This introductory course integrates the disciplines of epidemiology and genetics. The methods of genetic epidemiology will be used to estimate genetic components and localize the genes and regions influencing human diseases and related phenotypes. Heritability will be assessed using twin and pedigree data. Linkage analysis will be used to find genetic regions using human family data and also animal model. Family- and population-based candidate gene and genome-wide association analyses will be used to find diseases associated genes. Multiple regression methods will be used to explore gene x gene and gene x environment interactions. Gene expression studies and public health genomics will be covered. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5700 - Interprofessional Perspectives on Global Health (3 credits) EPID 5700 is a graduate level study abroad course. The course consists of course meetings prior to and after a trip to a low resource setting. The course provides students with intensive study of interprofessional perspectives on global health and of the host country’s health status to gain a better understanding and appreciation for global health and interprofessional healthcare. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5850 - Public Health Program Field Experience - Epidemiology (1-6 credits) In the field experience, students apply the principles of public health in a planned and supervised learning experience. This occurs through work in actual public health field settings. Students will observe and participate in different functions and operations of a public health agency or health service organization. Students with at least 4 years of full-time public health practice experience may be eligible to substitute part of the contact hours with additional learning activities that build on their past public health experience. Please contact the MPH Coordinator for more information. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5907 - Independent Study in Public Health - Epidemiology (1-3 credits) This course is designed for students desiring an in-depth study of health problems in a special area of interest. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5950 - Capstone in Biostatistics and Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: COBH 5250 , EPID 5100 , HSMP 5040 , HSMP 5200 , EPID 5405 , BSTA 5350 , and BSTA 6170 . Provides students in Biostatistics or Epidemiology the opportunity to integrate and synthesize the knowledge and skills acquired throughout their previous course work and experience. Specifically, it provides students the opportunity to develop an evidence-based written product useful to external stakeholders. Students select a public health topic of consequence and develop the product with critical review of the literature and analysis and interpretation of open-source public health data. Cross-Listed With: BSTA 5950. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5957 - Special Topics - Epidemiology (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is developed and offered when there is sufficient demand for additional study of a specific public health topic. Consultation with the instructor is required prior to enrollment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5960 - Thesis (3-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of student’s academic advisor. Write a thesis that provides evidence of the ability to conduct and disseminate original, independent research. Work under the guidance of a graduate faculty chair and committee. Complete in a format required by the graduate faculty and Graduate School. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 5990 - Readings and Research - Epidemiology (1 credit) Prerequisites: Permission of student’s academic advisor. Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s academic advisor in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6410 - Advanced Multivariate Epidemiologic Data Analysis (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5405 and BSTA 5350 or permission of the instructor. Emphasizes the theory and practice of multivariate epidemiologic data analysis. Focuses on the underlying principles and assumptions, practical application, and correct interpretation of the different epidemiologic multivariate models. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6420 - Applied Epidemiologic Analysis (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 6410 . Focuses on the application of previous training and understanding of epidemiology and biostatistics to real data and hands-on problems. Students gain experience analyzing epidemiologic data and applying their understanding of key epidemiologic concepts to data analysis tasks they are likely to encounter in their careers. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6435 - Field Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5405 and BSTA 5350 or permission of the instructor. Addresses the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully conduct an epidemiological investigation in a field setting. Topics include questionnaire design, interview scheduling, data collection and analysis, cluster investigations, and the operational logistics required to successfully conduct epidemiological field investigation. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6440 - Cardiovascular Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5400 and PUBH 5300. This course is intended to provide a detailed exposure to the topic of cardiovascular disease epidemiology. This includes the known risk factors and the recommendations for treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease. Pertinent studies will be reviewed. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6450 - Cancer Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5400 and PUBH 5300. This is a survey course of cancer epidemiology research, including activity of national programs in the United States and Europe. Preventive services, clinical care, outcomes research, and the impact of disparities related to cancer management and its outcomes will be studied. Specific cancer types will also be covered. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6460 - Reproductive and Perinatal Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: EPID 5405 . This course provides an overview of reproductive and perinatal epidemiology. Topics include fertility, birth defects, fetal loss, preterm delivery, and the sequelae of adverse events during pregnancy for the developing infant. There will be an emphasis on understanding the public health dimensions of perinatal outcomes. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6470 - Risk Behavior Epidemiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: BSTA 5350 and EPID 5405 or permission of the instructor. Provides a foundation of epidemiologic methods most often used in risk behavior epidemiology research. Specifically, it provides doctoral and qualified MPH students the necessary epidemiological tools to conduct research on risk behaviors of public health importance including obesity-related behaviors, tobacco smoking, heavy alcohol use, and prescription drug abuse and misuse. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6490 - Advanced Research Methods in Public Health (4 credits) Highlighting the overarching concepts and principles of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods, this research methods course is designed for the public health professional. The use of surveillance systems and national surveys to address public health issues is also incorporated. Methods used to investigate health issues at the group, organization, community, and population levels are conveyed through case-studies, applied activities, and discussion of public health milestones and current public health issues. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6850 - Doctor of Public Health Practicum - Epidemiology (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of student’s program advisor. This course enables students to apply the knowledge and experience gained in their DrPH courses to real life public health situations and leadership challenges in professional and community settings. Student placements, developed in consultation with the student’s practicum supervisor, focus on providing students with new experiences in practicing public health at a professional level. Students produce an analytical academic product either for publication or for presentation to the agency/organization. Notes: Repeatable for credit; 6 (six) credits required; a total of 50 hours contact time per credit hour. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6900 - Independent Study (1-3 credits) Independent study on a specific problem or a specific topic in epidemiology under the supervision of a faculty member. A plan of the study must be approved in advance of registration. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EPID 6960 - Doctor of Public Health Dissertation - Epidemiology (1-12 credits) Prerequisites: Successful completion of comprehensive examination. Write a dissertation that provides evidence of the ability to conduct and disseminate original, independent research. Work under the guidance of a graduate faculty chair and committee. Complete in a format required by the graduate faculty and Graduate School. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Finance
	FNCE 5000 - Essentials of Finance (3 credits) Prerequisites: ACCT 5000 or equivalent. For M. B. A., M. Acc., and other graduate students with no previous training in finance. An introduction to major finance topics, including the corporation and its institutional environment, analysis of financial statements, operating and financial leverage, interest factors, capital budgeting, and working capital management. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5447 - Banking and Financial Intermediation (3 credits) Prerequisites: FNCE 3220 and ECON 3310. Explores the workings of financial markets and institutions with special reference to banking. Dual Listed With: FNCE 4447. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5470 - Seminar in Finance (3 credits) Prerequisites: FNCE 5430 . Selected topics in finance. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5490 - Security Analysis and Portfolio Management (3 credits) Prerequisites: FNCE 5430 . Integration of modern portfolio selection models with traditional valuation theory and analysis. Topics include financial statement analysis, industry and company analysis, capital market theory, valuation theory, and evaluation of portfolio performance. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5597 - International Financial Management (3 credits) Prerequisites: FNCE 3300 or FNCE 5000 . Presents financial problems of multinational corporations including the theory of capital movements, foreign exchange markets, concepts of the balance of payments mechanisms, trade policy, and the functioning of the international monetary systems. Dual Listed With: FNCE 4597. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5600 - Case Studies in Banking (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 5000 , FNCE 5000 , or permission of instructor. An analysis of the decision processes utilized by major banks in making decisions concerning funding, lending, and investing. There is extensive use of readings, case analyses, and participation in a banking simulation, which will enable students to view banking operations from the perspective of bank manager. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5617 - Applied Equity Valuation (3 credits) Prerequisites: FNCE 3300 or FNCE 5430 . Provides a solid practical foundation in equity valuation through the analysis and selection of equity securities for a portfolio of funds provided by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Dual Listed With: FNCE 4617. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5900 - Independent Study in Finance (1-3 credits) A course designed for graduate students who, under the direction of a finance faculty member, wish to engage in independent research or an intensive study of subjects not covered in other available courses. Prior departmental and college approval is needed. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FNCE 5957 - Topics in Finance (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Senior standing. Studies special problems and new developments in the field of finance. Dual Listed With: FNCE 4957. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
French
	FREN 5017 - Advanced French Grammar (3 credits) Prerequisites: FREN 2020 or instructor’s permission. Focuses on an in-depth review of troublesome aspects of French grammar complemented by contextual analyses drawn from cultural and/or literary readings selections. Dual Listed With: FREN 4017. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FREN 5747 - French Classicism in Contemporary France (3 credits) Prerequisites: FREN 1020 or equivalent; or permission of instructor. Studies the influence of the French classical period on contemporary French culture. It requires a minimum three-week stay in France, including visits to relevant sites and attendance at cultural events such as exhibits, concerts, plays, or lectures. Dual Listed With: FREN 4747. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FREN 5900 - Special Studies in French (1-6 credits) Designed to provide opportunities for study in areas not provided for in the regular course offerings for graduates. Students desiring to enroll should obtain permission from the instructor. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	FREN 5957 - Topics in French (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Provides opportunity to study special problems and new developments in the field of French. Dual Listed With: FREN 4957. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Geography
	GEOS 5207 - Regional Geography (3 credits) Offers individual courses in such areas as Europe, Latin America, Asia, Russia, and Africa. Course may be repeated as subject matter changes. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4207. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Geosciences
	GEOS 5000 - Geosciences Research Methods (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission from instructor. Instructs development of a hypothesis-driven project, which includes how to acquire and utilize literature; analyze generated data; produce a thesis prospectus; create, defend, and provide a quality professional presentation; and prepare a manuscript for a peer-review journal. Repeatable for a total of 6 credits. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5007 - Modern Geographic Concepts (3 credits) Concepts current in the field of geography are used as means for understanding in spatial and ecological points of view of the world. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4007. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5010 - Geospatial Analysis (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing at ETSU or permission of instructor. Accelerated introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing. GIS is a framework for gathering and managing data. It involves organizing layers of information into maps and 3D visualizations to discover and analyze spatial patterns. Remote sensing is the science of obtaining information about objects and landscapes from a distance, most commonly in the form of aerial and satellite images. Remote sensing data is a primary source of information used in GIS. GIS and remote sensing form the foundation of geospatial science. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5017 - Advanced Cartography: Web & Mobile Mapping (3 credits) Provides an advanced course in the study of the science and art of digital mapping. Emphasis is placed upon three components of modern cartography: 1) the transition of spatial data to a web-based platform, 2) cloud-based (online) mapping techniques, and 3) mobile-friendly mapping application designs and structures. Topics are presented during lecture and applied by students in laboratory settings. This course includes experience in developing and implementing web-based map/applications. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4017. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5019 - Supervised Experience - Teaching (1-3 credits) Supports graduate assistants or tuition scholars with teaching assignments by meeting on a regular basis with a faculty member acting as a teaching mentor. It is not counted as degree credit. Repeatable. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5029 - Supervised Experience - Research (1-3 credits) Supports graduate assistants or tuition scholars with research assignments by meeting on a regular basis with a faculty member acting as a research mentor. It is not counted as degree credit. Repeatable. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5100 - Paleoherpetology (4 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission of the instructor. Studies amphibian and reptile evolution through time and discusses how it is (and has been) interpreted from the fossil record. In addition, new theories and recent discoveries are addressed (specifically, their relevance to past and current thinking.) Two 1-hour lectures and two 3-hour labs weekly. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5150 - Paleomammalogy (4 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission of the instructor. Covers mammal evolution through time and discusses how it is (and has been) interpreted from the fossil record. In addition, new theories and recent discoveries are addressed (specifically, their relevance to past and current thinking.) Two 1-hour lectures and two 3-hour labs weekly. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5200 - Topics in Paleontology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission of instructor. Explores a topic in-depth related to paleontology, evolution, and/or paleobiology. Each course includes lectures, reading assignments (including primary research literature), hands-on experience, research methods, and detailed discussions. Specific topics vary each semester depending on instructor. Repeatable for a total of 6 credits. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5237 - Advanced Remote Sensing (3 credits) Prerequisites: GEOG 3600 or GEOS 5010 or permission from instructor. Provides an in-depth study of satellite, aerial, and terrestrial remote sensing systems and advanced data manipulation procedures. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4237. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5300 - Topics in Geospatial Analysis (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing at ETSU or permission of instructor. Explores particular topic in-depth related to Geospatial Analysis. Each course includes lectures, reading assignments, research methods, detailed discussions, and data entry. Specific topics vary each semester depending on instructor. Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5307 - Paleontology Field Methods (3 credits) Discusses collecting, analyzing, and interpreting field data. Topics include vertebrate, and plant fossils, identification and curation of fossils, collection/interpretation of stratigraphic, diversity, and taphonomic data, and report writing. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4307. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5317 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems (3 credits) Prerequisites: GEOG 3500 or GEOS 5010 or permission from instructor. Examines advanced tools, data management, and functions in geographic information systems (GIS). GIS visualization techniques, web maps, modeling and python scripting are introduced. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4317. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5320 - Geographic Information Systems Projects (3 credits) Prerequisites: GEOS 5010 or permission of instructor. Enhances learning skills involving the use of GIS. The course consists of a series of supervised student projects that emphasize the use of GIS in practical applications. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5350 - Statistics for Geosciences (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission of instructor. Introduces the mathematical and analytical procedures most commonly used in the geosciences. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5357 - Environmental Consulting (3 credits) Introduces projects such as Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (non-invasive historical and current land-use review), Phase II Site Contamination Assessments (sampling of soil, rock, and water to define vertical and horizontal extents of contamination), and Phase III Remediation (cleanup of contaminated sites). Additionally, the course covers proposal and report writing, contracting, loss and liability, insurance, patent law, and review of state and federal regulatory files. The course is useful to students in physical and natural sciences, engineering, public health and business. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4357. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5507 - Plate Tectonics (4 credits) Discusses the fundamental mechanics and structure of the Earth as a basis for considering plate motion. Major topics include: continental drift, sea floor spreading, and the plate boundaries at mid-ocean ridges, transforms, subduction zones, mountain ranges and rifts, in addition, the proposed drive mechanisms for plate tectonics. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4507. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5587 - Engineering Geology (4 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission from instructor. Applies fundamentals of geology to civil engineering problem solving. Topics include rock and mineral types, soil properties, rock mechanics, geologic structures, active tectonics and earthquake hazards, slope stability and landslides, groundwater, rivers and flood hazards. Team projects include site assessment field investigations. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4587. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5617 - Structural Geology (4 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permission from instructor. Provides description and analysis of geologic structures, including study of stress and strain, the kinematics and dynamics of folding and faulting; and the micro- and macro-structural analysis. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4617. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5700 - Seminar in Geosciences (1 credit) Notes: May be repeated two times for a total of three credits. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5807 - Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Mapping and Modeling (3 credits) Studies methods for mapping, analyzing, modeling, and synthesizing field data collected by Unmanned Aerial Systems for geospatial, GIS, environmental and natural science applications. Dual Listed With: GEOG 4807. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5857 - Principles of Hydrology (4 credits) Studies of water as it occurs in all phases of the hydrologic cycle and the analysis of currently developing water problems on the local, regional, and national levels. Dual Listed With: GEOS 4857. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5900 - Independent Study (1-3 credits) Provides an opportunity for study in an area not offered in the regular course rotation. Only with permission of instructor and department chair. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5910 - Research in Geosciences (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Provides directed field and/or laboratory research. Topic of study to be determined by mutual consent of the student, faculty advisor, and/or graduate coordinator. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5960 - Thesis (3-6 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in Geosciences. Write a thesis that provides evidence of the ability to conduct and disseminate original, independent research. Work under the guidance of a graduate faculty chair and committee. Complete in a format required by the graduate faculty and Graduate School. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5989 - Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) Provides experience with businesses, industries, and government agencies that provide opportunities for planned and supervised work assignments. Arrangements for this course are made through the Cooperative Education Office prior to registration. Repeatable. for twp semesters of full-time study and employment with a cooperative education employer. Credit received carries full academic value, and compensation as full-time employees. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GEOS 5990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Provides access to the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies or research when not enrolled in other coursework. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
German
	GERM 5137 - Literature and Culture of the Age of Goethe (3 credits) Prerequisites: GERM 3210 or permission by instructor. Studies selected works of the principal authors of the Storm and Stress, Classical, and Romantic periods in German Literature. Dual Listed With: GERM 4137. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GERM 5147 - The German Short Narrative (3 credits) Prerequisites: GERM 3210 or permission by instructor. Studies selected short-prose works of representative authors of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Dual Listed With: GERM 4147. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GERM 5157 - Austrian Literature (3 credits) Selected works of principal Austrian writers and their impact on German literature. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GERM 5167 - Advanced German Grammar (3 credits) Prerequisites: GERM 3210 or permission by instructor. Provides in-depth review of troublesome aspects of German grammar, reviews grammar in context, and offers practice in composition and translation. Dual Listed With: GERM 4167. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GERM 5957 - Special Topics in German (3 credits) Prerequisites: GERM 3210 or permission by instructor. Gives opportunity to study special problems and new developments in the field of German. Dual Listed With: GERM 4957. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Global Sport Leadership
	GSLD 6000 - Leadership in Global Sport (3 credits) Examines leadership from both a theoretical and practical viewpoint. Characteristics and competencies of sport leaders throughout the world are analyzed and evaluated as each student begins to develop a personal leadership style. Particular attention is focused on gender, race, and ethnicity in sport, sport culture and professional networking as well as introducing change, creating a vision, encouraging communication, and building a team. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6100 - Strategic Thinking and Planning for Global Sport Leaders (3 credits) Studies development and implementation of the strategic thinking and planning process, focusing on the development of priorities based on allocation of resources and energy to complete tasks in an organized and structured schedule so that all stakeholders are working toward common established goals with defined and intended outcomes and results. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6200 - Interpersonal Relationships in Sport (3 credits) Provides insight to the vast array of stakeholders that leadership needs to interact with on a daily basis: coaches, athletes, parents, alumni, corporate partners, ticket purchasers, fans, government officials, university administrators, faculty, etc. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6300 - Leading External Functions in Sport (3 credits) Studies the external functions found within a global sport organization from an integrated viewpoint including sales, analytics, research, marketing, fundraising, corporate sales, recruiting, media relations, and public relations. Emphasis is placed on the connectivity of each function and the development of synergies through collaboration and networking. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6400 - Research Methods for Global Sport Leadership I (3 credits) Presents overview of quantitative and qualitative methods for research design and analytics in global sport leadership. Included are the research process, formulating the research question, research design options, data collection via the scientific method, creation of the literature review in a research paper, analyzing data, creating the research paper abstract, and the research report. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6500 - International Model of Sport Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: (travel) GSLD 6000 , GSLD 6200 , GSLD 6300 . Provides investigation, networking, and analysis of multiple international sport models and how they influence one’s leadership style/philosophy. A practicum that requires travel abroad (approximately ten days) for hands-on learning opportunities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6600 - Effect of Global Governing Bodies on Sport Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6500 . Examines the relationship of how governing bodies such as NCAA, USOC, IOC, Federal, State, and institutional regulations, etc. affect the analysis and ultimately the decision-making processes of sport leaders and demonstrates how historical, political and societal changes influence decisions of governing bodies. This background provides sport leaders with information to develop efficient and effective programs within the constraints of governance structures. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6700 - Sport and Society: Impact on Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6500 . Analyzes the effect of sport on society and society on sport and the impact of both on sport leadership; explores race, gender, socio-economics, and commercialization. Sport is observed from a globalization viewpoint and the relationship between sport and politics, nationalism, and social protest is included. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6800 - Leading Internal Functions in Sport (3 credits) Comprehensive study of internal functions of global sport organizations from an integrated viewpoint including fiscal operations, personnel management, facilities design and operation, procurement, policy development, and technology to assist the sport leader with decisions regarding financial and human resources. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6900 - Organizational Behavior for Sport Leaders (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6100 , GSLD 6200 . Identifies and analyzes components of sport organizational behavior and leadership responsibilities. Areas of emphasis are individual and group dynamics, strategies and structures that guide organizations, decision-making, and team building. Individual motivation, job satisfaction, and organizational culture are examined through the viewpoint of a sport leader. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 6910 - Interpreting and Applying Analytics in Sport (3 credits) Discusses alternative methods of statistics and analytics used for decision making throughout the sport industry including: mixed method approaches, single subject design, statistical process control, participatory and user-centered research, and more. Includes critical assessment of published research. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7000 - Seminar in Global Sport Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6300 , GSLD 6700 , GSLD 6800 . Uses current and past case studies to pinpoint important concepts in Sport Leadership that have been studied throughout the course. This class aggregates topics from the curriculum and pulls together many of the areas in the study of real life situations. Students are expected to develop their own case studies and elaborate on the concepts and strategies that were used. Each student is required to evaluate the case study from a leadership perspective. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7010 - Research Methods for Global Sport Leadership (3 credits) An overview of quantitative and qualitative methods for research design and analytics in global sport leadership. Included are data collection via the scientific method, creation of the literature review in a research paper, creating the research paper abstract, and the research report. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7100 - Sport Branding and Marketing (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6300 . Examines building an athletic brand through positioning, audience segmentation, and brand message and focuses on creating a comprehensive and integrated brand strategy that can drive actionable and measurable outcomes in various cultures. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7200 - Research Methods for Global Sport Leadership II (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6400 . Expands on the foundation of Research Methods for Global Sport Leadership I by creating qualitative and quantitative research designs and interpreting the results to solve problems for sport organizations. Visual display of both methods is explored to provide students with multiple options for presenting research findings. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7300 - Immersion in Sport: Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: (travel) GSLD 6800 , GSLD 7000 , GSLD 7100 . Observations of leadership styles and practices of successful sport executives, programs, facilities, and events that contribute to the development of a global sport leader. A practicum that requires domestic or international travel (approximately ten days) for hands-on learning opportunities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7400 - Law and Negotiation for Sport Leaders (3 credits) Emphasizes worldwide legal doctrines and theories that impact legal and business issues that affect the regulations and governance of sport. Develops the concept of negotiation to provide sport leaders the expertise to settle differences while avoiding disruptive argument and obtaining the best possible outcome for the leader and/or his or her organization. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7500 - Interpreting and Applying Analytics in Sport (3 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 7100 , GSLD 7200 . Discusses alternative methods of statistics and analytics used for decision making throughout the sport industry including: mixed method approaches, single subject design, statistical process control, participatory and user-centered research, and more. Includes critical assessment of published research. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7600 - Doctoral Capstone for Global Sport Leadership I (6 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 6400 , GSLD 7200 , GSLD 7500 . Requires application of knowledge and focus areas in the program to complete comprehensive literature review, opinion pieces, and presentation of a research-based initiative in global sport leadership to be included in the culminating digital portfolio. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GSLD 7700 - Doctoral Capstone for Global Sport Leadership II (6 credits) Prerequisites: GSLD 7600 . Continuation of GSLD 7600 to complete the Doctoral Capstone digital portfolio that includes a personal leadership philosophy that uses the best practices worldwide with support from writings, research, personal interactions, and experiences to justify each leadership principle. Particular attention is focused on developing a personal growth plan for the future to include engagement and connection with particular attention to role models, mentors, and associates. The conclusion of the research focus initiated in GSLD 7600 is incorporated in the Doctoral Capstone project. This compilation of material results in creation of a digital portfolio that encompasses all aspects of learning from the course content as well as the leadership style of the student. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Graduate
	GRAD 5001 - The Art of Self-Marketing (1 credit) This course is intended to provide students with the necessary tools for seeking a first or new job. The course provides students guidance on how to conduct a professional self-assessment, what is the base for setting career goals and choosing internships/jobs to apply to. Along with learning about networking and obtaining job references, this class covers the internship/job searching process. A portion of this course has a practical approach on the creation/enhancement of resumes and cover letters. The course approaches, in a practical manner, the preparation process for the various types of internship/job interviews. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 5003 - Career Planning (1 credit) This course introduces students to the skills necessary to set and reach career goals. Topics covered include time-management strategies; setting short-term objectives that lead to long-term goals; and support strategies for professional development. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 5008 - Interpersonal Interactions for Professionals (1 credit) An introduction to the tools necessary to read through a range of material, process it quickly, form interpretations, and discuss differences of opinion in a civil fashion. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 5009 - Leadership for Professionals (1 credit) This course is intended to provide students with in overview of leadership as it applies to various professional fields. The course provides students with an understanding of the differences between leadership and management and how leaders can benefit from a balanced use of both. Along with learning about the different leadership types/styles, this class covers the leadership skills set every leader must develop to be successful. A portion of this course has an ethical approach on communication, motivation, and decision making. The course also provides students with an understanding of the best practices on leading change and diversity, and dealing with crisis. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 5017 - Responsible Conduct of Research (1 credit) This course focuses on ethical principles that guide the conduct of research. It introduces students to the international and professional codes of ethics, government regulations, and institutional policies that relate to the responsible conduct of research. This course is delivered in hybrid mode and will have 6 class meetings. Enrollment will be open but limited to a class size of 30 - 10 undergraduate and 20 graduate students. Dual Listed With: GRAD 4017. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 5110 - Teaching Pedagogy for the Graduate Teaching Assistant (1 credit) This course focuses on higher education teaching pedagogy and effectiveness in difference settings such as classroom and laboratory. The course is designed to complement discipline-specific activities such as “Supervised Experience in Teaching” courses, and it will emphasize effective communication as well as classroom management strategies. This course has an alternate delivery schedule and has 3 class meetings per term. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 7800 - Faculty Technology Leadership (3 credits) This course supports faculty who are interested in integrating technology with education. Course content includes the use of course management system applications, multimedia applications, and applications required for efficient and effective delivery of electronic course materials. Production and incorporation of a multimedia learning unit into a course is the capstone project for this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 7810 - Faculty Technology Leadership II (3 credits) This course builds on the skills of GRAD 7800 to support faculty interested in the creation of Webbased and Web-enhanced courses. Course content includes the use of advanced course management system applications, Web-based and Web-enhanced pedagogies and mechanics as well as principles of Web-based course design. Production of a Web-based or Web-enhanced course will be the final project for this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 7820 - Research Grant Development I (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course (intended exclusively for faculty members at ETSU) will provide instruction in grant writing, including the development of a long-term research agenda, the identification of funding sources for research, advance planning for grant proposals, and an introduction to writing grant proposals. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	GRAD 7830 - Research Grant Development II (3 credits) Prerequisites: GRAD 7820 ; permission of instructor. This course will provide instruction (intended exclusively for faculty members at ETSU) in grant writing and revision, building upon the development of a long-term research agenda. Participants will develop communications plans for their research and a grant proposal for a funding entity. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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Course Descriptions

EPID 5400 - Epidemiology I

EPID 5405 - Intermediate Epidemiology

EPID 5420 - Epidemiology of Chronic Disease

EPID 5430 - Epidemiology of Infectious Disease

EPID 5460 - Environmental Epidemiology

EPID 5480 - Genetic Epidemiology

EPID 5700 - Interprofessional Perspectives on Global Health

EPID 5850 - Public Health Program Field Experience - Epidemiology

EPID 5907 - Independent Study in Public Health - Epidemiology

EPID 5950 - Capstone in Biostatistics and Epidemiology

EPID 5957 - Special Topics - Epidemiology

EPID 5960 - Thesis

EPID 5990 - Readings and Research - Epidemiology

EPID 6410 - Advanced Multivariate Epidemiologic Data Analysis

EPID 6420 - Applied Epidemiologic Analysis

EPID 6435 - Field Epidemiology

EPID 6440 - Cardiovascular Epidemiology

EPID 6450 - Cancer Epidemiology

EPID 6460 - Reproductive and Perinatal Epidemiology

EPID 6470 - Risk Behavior Epidemiology

EPID 6490 - Advanced Research Methods in Public Health

EPID 6850 - Doctor of Public Health Practicum - Epidemiology

EPID 6900 - Independent Study

EPID 6960 - Doctor of Public Health Dissertation - Epidemiology

FNCE 5000 - Essentials of Finance

FNCE 5447 - Banking and Financial Intermediation

FNCE 5470 - Seminar in Finance

FNCE 5490 - Security Analysis and Portfolio Management

FNCE 5597 - International Financial Management

FNCE 5600 - Case Studies in Banking

FNCE 5617 - Applied Equity Valuation

FNCE 5900 - Independent Study in Finance

FNCE 5957 - Topics in Finance

FREN 5017 - Advanced French Grammar

FREN 5747 - French Classicism in Contemporary France

FREN 5900 - Special Studies in French

FREN 5957 - Topics in French

GEOS 5207 - Regional Geography

GEOS 5000 - Geosciences Research Methods

GEOS 5007 - Modern Geographic Concepts

GEOS 5010 - Geospatial Analysis

GEOS 5017 - Advanced Cartography: Web & Mobile Mapping

GEOS 5019 - Supervised Experience - Teaching

GEOS 5029 - Supervised Experience - Research

GEOS 5100 - Paleoherpetology

GEOS 5150 - Paleomammalogy

GEOS 5200 - Topics in Paleontology

GEOS 5237 - Advanced Remote Sensing

GEOS 5300 - Topics in Geospatial Analysis

GEOS 5307 - Paleontology Field Methods

GEOS 5317 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

GEOS 5320 - Geographic Information Systems Projects

GEOS 5350 - Statistics for Geosciences

GEOS 5357 - Environmental Consulting

GEOS 5507 - Plate Tectonics

GEOS 5587 - Engineering Geology

GEOS 5617 - Structural Geology

GEOS 5700 - Seminar in Geosciences

GEOS 5807 - Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Mapping and Modeling

GEOS 5857 - Principles of Hydrology

GEOS 5900 - Independent Study

GEOS 5910 - Research in Geosciences

GEOS 5960 - Thesis

GEOS 5989 - Cooperative Education

GEOS 5990 - Readings and Research

GERM 5137 - Literature and Culture of the Age of Goethe

GERM 5147 - The German Short Narrative

GERM 5157 - Austrian Literature

GERM 5167 - Advanced German Grammar

GERM 5957 - Special Topics in German

GSLD 6000 - Leadership in Global Sport

GSLD 6100 - Strategic Thinking and Planning for Global Sport Leaders

GSLD 6200 - Interpersonal Relationships in Sport

GSLD 6300 - Leading External Functions in Sport

GSLD 6400 - Research Methods for Global Sport Leadership I

GSLD 6500 - International Model of Sport Leadership

GSLD 6600 - Effect of Global Governing Bodies on Sport Leadership

GSLD 6700 - Sport and Society: Impact on Leadership

GSLD 6800 - Leading Internal Functions in Sport