2021-2022 Academic Catalog 
    
    May 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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English

  
  • ENGL 3783 - Internship in Writing


    Credits: 3

    This internship allows students to achieve practical experience in a professional writing/publishing business.

  
  • ENGL 3963 - Literature for Young Adults


    Credits: 3 Spring

    A survey of literature appropriate to secondary school-age readers, with some attention to patterns in subject and style, to the relation of literature to the development processes of the young adult reader, and to methods of presentation. Cross-Listed: EDUC 3963 

  
  • ENGL 4003 - Methods for Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language


    Credits: 3 Fall, Even

    Builds on methods and materials for TESOL, paying particular attention to the teaching of various language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation).

  
  • ENGL 4053 - Practicum in TESL/TEFL


    Credits: 3 On Demand

    The methodology and techniques taught in the ENGL 4003  course will be practiced by students instructing non-native speakers of English in a supervised teaching experience.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 4003  or by instructor approval.
  
  • ENGL 4223 - Introduction to Linguistics


    Credits: 3 Spring, Even

    An introduction to different areas of language study, including morphology, syntax and semantics. Also investigates such other fields of linguistics as neurolinguistics, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, historical and comparative linguistics. Although English is the main language of study, samples from other languages are addressed. Cross-Listed: ANTH 4223 

  
  • ENGL 4243 - Modern Grammar


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    A study of trends in modern grammar with emphasis on traditional, structural, and transformational-generative grammar.

  
  • ENGL 4329 - Advanced Topics in English


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    An advanced course in a selected area of English. Not for independent study.

    Prerequisites: junior standing.
  
  • ENGL 4403 - Transatlantic Modernism


    Credits: 3 Fall

    A study of British and American modernist text, including important developments in poetry, drama, the short story, and the novel.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 2023 .
  
  • ENGL 4413 - Contemporary Literature


    Credits: 3 Spring

    A study of post-1945 British and American literature, including important developments in poetry, drama, the short story, and the novel.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 2023 .
  
  • ENGL 4633 - Topics in Drama or Film


    Credits: 3 Fall, Even

    An intensive study in the works of one or more authors or filmmakers.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 2023 .
  
  • ENGL 4643 - Topics in Novel and Short Stories


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    An intensive study in the works of one or more fiction authors.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 2023 .
  
  • ENGL 4653 - Topics in Poetry


    Credits: 3 Fall, Odd

    An intensive study of the works of one or more poets.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 2023 .
  
  • ENGL 4663 - Topics in Cultural Studies


    Credits: 3 Spring, Even

    An intensive study in an area of cultural studies.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 2023 .
  
  • ENGL 4813 - Advanced Poetry Workshop


    Credits: 3 Fall, Even

    Advanced study in the writing of poetry, with particular emphasis on professional orientation.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 3613  or Instructor permission.
  
  • ENGL 4823 - Advanced Fiction Workshop


    Credits: 3 Fall, Odd

    Advanced study in the writing of fiction, with particular emphasis on professional orientation.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 3623  or Instructor permission.
  
  • ENGL 4903 - Literary Theory


    Credits: 3 Spring

    An introduction to developments in literary theory, with focus on their application to the works of one or more authors.

    Prerequisites: senior standing.
  
  • ENGL 4973 - Capstone in Creative Writing


    Credits: 3 Spring, Even

    This course will have an emphasis on production of a creative writing portfolio and on issues of professional orientation for creative writers, including submitting for publication, options for graduate study, job preparation, literary citizenship, and roles for writers in the community.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 4813  or ENGL 4823 .
  
  • ENGL 4983 - Directed Thesis in Creative Writing


    Credits: 3

    This course is to substitute when necessary for the Advanced Fiction Workshop or the Advanced Poetry Workshop. The student will produce a sustained work of fiction or poetry under the direction of a faculty member.

  
  • ENGL 4999 - Independent Study in English


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in English.

    Prerequisites: approval of the dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form.

Exercise Science, Sports and Recreation

  
  • EXSC 1011 - Introduction to Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 Fall

    Introduces various career fields in Exercise Science, including clinical and non-clinical opportunities. Professionals and experts present as guest speakers.

     

  
  • EXSC 1101 - First Aid/CPR


    Credits: 1

    American Red Cross guidelines and standardsrst aid. Includes written and practical exam. Certification fee required.

  
  • EXSC 1723 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Study of injuries in exercise and sport. Emphasis on care and prevention of most common injuries and conditions. Course fee required.

  
  • EXSC 1733 - Introduction to Nutrition


    Credits: 3

    Study of basic nutrition specific to body processes, health and disease.

  
  • EXSC 1999 - Topics in Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    Intermediate topic in Exercise Science. Not for Independent Study. Not for independent study.

  
  • EXSC 2049 - Practicum in Athletic Training


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Supervised observation and guidance from a Certified Athletic Trainer in various athletic training activities. Course fee required.

  
  • EXSC 2059 - Practicum in Teaching/Coaching


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Supervised observation and experience in teaching and/or athletic coaching. Course fee required.

  
  • EXSC 2089 - Practicum in Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Supervised observation and experience in Exercise Science. Course fee required. Course fee required.

  
  • EXSC 2103 - Inclusive Physical Activities


    Credits: 3 Spring

  
  • EXSC 2201 - Design/Teach Fitness Activities


    Credits: 1

    Development of knowledge, skills, and abilities in designing/teaching individual and group fitness activities.

  
  • EXSC 2353 - Legal Issues in Exercise Science, Sport and Recreation


    Credits: 3

    Explore legal issues as they apply to Exercise Science, Sports and Recreation, and Sports.

  
  • EXSC 2534 - Functional Human Anatomy


    Credits: 4 Fall

    Study of basic functional anatomy specific to human movement. Laboratory is required. Lab fee required.

  
  • EXSC 2999 - Independent Study in Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall 3.0 GPA.

    Prerequisites: Completion of the Independent Study form and Division Chair/Dean approval.
  
  • EXSC 3049 - Internship in Athletic Training


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Supervised internship with a Certified Athletic Trainer. Course fee required.

  
  • EXSC 3053 - Advanced Athletic Injury Management


    Credits: 3 Fall

    Advanced study of athletic injuries and a multi-disciplinary approach to injury and corresponding negative effects. Emphasis on complex injuries and circumstances.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 2534  or BIOL 2354 ; and EXSC 1723 .
  
  • EXSC 3103 - Motor Learning


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Studies of theories, principles, and concepts in motor skill acquisition, processes, and performance.

  
  • EXSC 3233 - Sport and Exercise Psychology


    Credits: 3 Spring, J-term

    Study of psychological concepts and principles in exercise and sport. Emphasis on exercise behavior, mental training, and optimal performance.

  
  • EXSC 3403 - Sport and Exercise Nutrition


    Credits: 3 Spring, J-term

    Study of nutritional principles, approaches, and methods applied to exercise and sport participation. Emphasis on macronutrients, Bioenergetics, and optimal performance.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 1733 .
  
  • EXSC 3504 - Exercise Testing and Prescription


    Credits: 4

    Study of ACSM guidelines and recommendations for health screening, risk assessment, fitness testing, exercise prescription, and behavior modification specific to healthy population groups. Emphasis on client engagement, behaviorial theories/models, and lifestyle enhancement. Lab fee required.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 3804   or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • EXSC 3553 - Current Health Issues


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Explores current health issues involving physical, mental, and social factors. Emphasis on individual and population effects.

  
  • EXSC 3804 - Exercise Physiology


    Credits: 4 Fall, J-term

    Study of human movement, its processes, and application to exercise and sport. Emphasis on major body systems, Bioenergetics, and physiological adaptations. Lab fee required.

    Prerequisites: Junior/Senior standing or instructor approval.
  
  • EXSC 4003 - Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Study and application of advanced modalities in treating and rehabilitating athletic injuries. Emphasis on proper selection, procedures, and psychological responses.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 1723 .
  
  • EXSC 4013 - Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Training


    Credits: 3 Fall

    Study and application of exercise specific to the rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 1723 .
  
  • EXSC 4099 - Internship in Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Internship experience in health exercise and/or sport.

    Prerequisites: Completion of internship packet and approval from Internship Coordinator or Division Chair.
  
  • EXSC 4109 - ACSM Certification


    Credits: 1 to 2

    Guided study of required knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) toward professional certification. Emphasis on American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certifications. Course fee required.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 3403 , EXSC 3504  and EXSC 3804 .
  
  • EXSC 4183 - Organization and Administration


    Credits: 3

    Study of organization and administration in recreation, wellness, and fitness programs. Emphasis on management, programming, and evaluation. Course fee required.

  
  • EXSC 4329 - Advanced Topics in Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    Advanced Topics in Exercise Science.  Not for independent study.  Not for independent study. Course fee required

    Prerequisites: junior/senior standing.
  
  • EXSC 4704 - Clinical Testing and Prescription


    Credits: 4 Spring, J-term

    Study of clinical ACSM guidelines and recommendations for disease diagnosis/prognosis, clinical testing protocols, exercise prescription, and behavior modification specific to special population groups. Introduction to EKG identification and clinical procedures. Emphasis on clinical contraindications and special considerations. Lab fee required.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 3504 , EXSC 4804  or concurrent enrollment; or instructor approval.
  
  • EXSC 4804 - Exercise Physiology II


    Credits: 4 Spring, J-term

    Continued study of Exercise Physiology with emphasis on application to normal and special populations. Emphasis on increased understanding of the relationship between theory and practical application of skills. Lab fee required.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 3804 .
  
  • EXSC 4833 - Biomechanics


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Study of kinesiology and biomechanics of human movement specific to physical activity, exercise, and sport. Emphasis on movement factors, analysis, and training considerations.

    Prerequisites: EXSC 2534  or BIOL 2354 . Required laboratory with additional fee.
  
  • EXSC 4999 - Independent Study in Exercise Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 48 hours with an overall 3.0 GPA.

    Prerequisites: Completion of the Independent Study Form and Division Chair/Dean approval.
  
  • SAR 3223 - Psychology of Coaching


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Study of the psychological principles involved in athletics including motor learning, aggression, societal pressures, motivation, and evaluation of attitude.

  
  • SAR 3913 - Advanced Coaching Pedagogy


    Credits: 3

    Study of advanced coaching approaches, methods, and techniques. Emphasis on practice organization, game strategy, and training.


Family and Community Service

  
  • FMLY 1503 - Introduction to Family Science


    Credits: 3

    Explores the theoretical function and form of families primarily found in contemporary American culture. Family themes, ideologies, love, boundaries, emotions, routines, rules, paradigms, and patterns of behaviors will be examined.

  
  • FMLY 1999 - Topics in Family Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    A lower-level course in a selected area of Family Science. Not for Independent Study.

  
  • FMLY 3403 - Issues of Contemporary Family


    Credits: 3 Fall

    A survey of problems that are faced within the context of the family system; The course examines the current evaluation of program research and treatment modalities.

    Prerequisites: FMLY 1503 .
  
  • FMLY 3503 - Parent-Child Relationship


    Credits: 3 Spring

    Contemporary issues about parenting, the roles of both parent and child and the interaction between parent and child throughout the life cycle. Various philosophies and techniques explored out of which individuals can devise their own comfortable, effective parenting style.

    Prerequisites: FMLY 1503 .
  
  • FMLY 3513 - Marriage


    Credits: 3

    A study of the factors involved in dating, courtship, and marriage. Emphasis is placed on the transition into marriage and the exploration of communication, sexuality, and finance.

    Prerequisites: junior standing.
  
  • FMLY 3913 - Kinship and Family on Global Perspective


    Credits: 3 Fall, Odd

    A study of kinship and family, with attention given to diverse cultural and social contexts. Framed by historical and contemporary considerations, topics will include family origin and universality, marital and family structure, residence pattern, gender, relatedness, and social organization. Examples will be selected from among the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Oceania. Cross-Listed: ANTH 3913 , SOCI 3913 

  
  • FMLY 4203 - Human Sexuality


    Credits: 3 Fall

    Sexuality from sociological, psychological, and Christian perspectives, with emphasis on sex education and healthy interpersonal relationships.

    Prerequisites: junior standing.
  
  • FMLY 4329 - Advanced Topics in Family Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    An advanced course in a selected area of Family Science. Not for Independent Study.

    Prerequisites: junior standing.
  
  • FMLY 4403 - Family Life Education


    Credits: 3 Spring

    A basic overview of the ingredients necessary for developing, implementing, and evaluating an adult education program. Students design a prototype program that addresses a particular family issue.

    Prerequisites: FMLY 1503  and FMLY 3513 .
  
  • FMLY 4909 - Practicum/Field Experience in Family Science


    Credits: 1 to 6

    Field placement under supervision providing experience in an off-campus site. Opportunity for experience and application of the major’s particular emphasis. Additional fee may be required.

    Prerequisites: FMLY 1503  and Instructor permission.
  
  • FMLY 4999 - Independent Study in Family Science


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for junior and seniors with at least a B average in Family Science or related area.

    Prerequisites: approval of dean and completion of an Independent Study form.

Finance

  
  • FIN 1999 - Topics in Finance


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    A lower-level course in a selected area of Finance. Not for independent study.

  
  • FIN 2403 - Personal Finance


    Credits: 3

    History of consumer problems and consumer related legislation; analysis of current trends in consumption; management of the individual’s financial affairs: budgeting, banking, use of credit, insurance, taxes, home ownership, investments, and estate planning.

  
  • FIN 2999 - Independent Study in Finance


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.

    Prerequisites: approval of the dean and the completion of a 2999 Independent Study form.
  
  • FIN 3103 - Portfolio Management


    Credits: 3 Spring

    An examination of the theories and applications of portfolio selection and Markowitz diversification techniques. A comprehensive research project provides opportunity for relating the theoretical concepts and techniques of selecting stocks and bonds in a diversified portfolio to “real world” situations.

    Prerequisites: FIN 3403  or permission of instructor.
  
  • FIN 3403 - Introduction to Business Finance


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the basic principles and concepts of financial management. It includes time value of money concepts, working capital management, ratio analysis and forecasting, financial planning, security valuation, capital budgeting, and alternative financing sources.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2023 , ECON 2013 , ECON 2023 , and MATH 1163  or higher.
  
  • FIN 3999 - Finance Internship


    Credits: 1 to 6

    A supervised and evaluated int ernship to supplement academic training with on-the-job training relevant to the student’s career goals.

    Prerequisites: FIN 3403 .
  
  • FIN 4053 - International Finance


    Credits: 3 Fall

    A study of financial practices and strategies peculiar to international operations and the environmental factors that affect decisions of financial managers of multi-national corporations. Fundamentals of foreign exchange markets, international capital markets, and risk management in international markets are considered.

    Prerequisites: ECON 2013  and ECON 2023 .
  
  • FIN 4329 - Advanced Topics in Finance


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    An advanced course in a selected area of Finance. Not for independent study.

    Prerequisites: junior standing.
  
  • FIN 4453 - Financial Management


    Credits: 3 Spring

    An advanced course dealing with selected topics from the problem areas of Business Finance from the viewpoint of the financial administration of the individual firm. Emphasis on the development of tools and analytical techniques of financial administration; quantitative methods, some case studies, model building including computer simulation.

    Prerequisites: FIN 3403  and senior standing.
  
  • FIN 4553 - Investments


    Credits: 3 Fall

    An introduction to the various investment alternatives and security markets from the viewpoint of the individual investor, with emphasis on corporate stocks and bonds, federal and municipal bonds, stock rights, warrants, convertible securities, options, and futures. Topics include conventional securities analysis and portfolio selection; portfolio management and conditions of uncertainty; portfolio theory and applied technical analysis.

    Prerequisites: FIN 3403 
  
  • FIN 4999 - Independent Study in Finance


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in Finance.

    Prerequisites: approval of the dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form.
  
  • FIN 5803 - Finance


    Credits: 3

    This course is a study of the numerous financial decisions confronting the modern corporation. Special consideration is given to the effective management of financial resources, financial analysis and planning, investments, capital budgeting, and capital structure issues.


Fine Arts

  
  • FNAR 2063 - Arts and Western Culture


    Credits: 3

    This course examines the development of the visual, musical, and theatrical arts through c. 1900 (with references to significant modern ideas), focusing primarily on western European idioms. Taught as a chronology, it closely relates works and ideas to philosophical, historical events, and sociological trends. Additional fee required.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1163  and sophomore standing Not open to first-semester freshmen.
  
  • FNAR 2163 - Arts and Ideas


    Credits: 3

    This course explores ideas, concepts and unifying stylistic trends in non-western, modern, and postmodern arts (including visual, musical, and theatrical idioms.) Subjects include modern and postmodern aesthetics, commercial genres and venues, non-western socio-economic elements, and other constraints placed upon artistic creation in the twentieth- and twenty-first centuries. Additional fee required.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1163  and sophomore standing Not open to first-semester freshmen.
  
  • FNAR 4982 - Fine Arts Capstone


    Credits: 2

    Students will work under the direction of a faculty advisor to design, complete, and present in a public format a project that demonstrates synthesis of all concepts covered through the Fine Arts degree. Students may work individually or collaboratively.

    Prerequisites: Senior standing and permission of the instructor.

French

  
  • FREN 1313 - Beginning French Language and Culture I


    Credits: 3 Fall

    An introduction to the French language and culture. Language laboratory attendance required.

  
  • FREN 1323 - Beginning French Language and Culture II


    Credits: 3 Spring

    A continuation course at the elementary level.

    Prerequisites: FREN 1313 .
  
  • FREN 1999 - Topics in French


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    A lower-level course in a selected area of French. Not for independent study.

  
  • FREN 2313 - Intermediate French Language and Culture I


    Credits: 3 Fall

    A systematic review of French grammar with continuing development of language skills and study of French culture. Language laboratory attendance required.

    Prerequisites: FREN 1323 , or 2 or more years of high school (10-12 grade) French.
  
  • FREN 2323 - Intermediate French Language and Culture II


    Credits: 3 Spring

    A continuation of 2313 with emphasis on reading.

    Prerequisites: FREN 2313 .
  
  • FREN 2703 - French Conversational Skills


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    The primary emphasis will be upon developing further the student’s ability to use French in communication. Conversational practice may be based on short reading assignments, cultural topics, or situations encountered in everyday life, travel, and business.

    Prerequisites: FREN 1323  or equivalent skill.
  
  • FREN 2753 - French Reading Skills


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    A basic reading course designed to develop the student’s ability to comprehend texts in French from a variety of sources.

    Prerequisites: FREN 1323  or equivalent.
  
  • FREN 2999 - Independent Study in French


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for students who have completed a minimum of 24 hours with an overall B average.

    Prerequisites: approval of the dean and completion of a 2999 Independent Study form.
  
  • FREN 3063 - Conversation and Composition


    Credits: 3 Fall, Even

    Intensive training in communication skills based on topics of everyday life and readings of current interest. Emphasis on vocabulary building.

    Prerequisites: FREN 2323 .
  
  • FREN 3073 - Advanced Conversation and Grammar


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    Intensive training in communication skills based on topics of everyday life and readings of current interest. Emphasis on vocabulary building and review of advanced-level grammatical structures.

    Prerequisites: FREN 3063 .
  
  • FREN 3203 - French Culture


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    A thematic study of topics relevant to French culture and values. Classes are conducted in French. Emphasis on strengthening skills and cross-cultural analysis.

    Prerequisites: FREN 2323  or equivalent.
  
  • FREN 3213 - Francophone Culture


    Credits: 3 Spring, Even

    A thematic study of topics relevant to Francophone culture and values. Classes are conducted in French. Emphasis on strengthening conversational skills and cross-cultural analysis.

    Prerequisites: FREN 2323  or equivalent.
  
  • FREN 3913 - Advanced Grammar


    Credits: 3 Fall, Odd

    A study of grammar and composition.

    Prerequisites: FREN 3063 .
  
  • FREN 4043 - Survey of Civilization and Literature I


    Credits: 3 Fall, Odd

    A survey of French literature, history, art, and music from their beginnings through the 18th century with emphasis on the major literary works of this period. Classes are conducted in French.

    Prerequisites: FREN 3063 .
  
  • FREN 4053 - Survey of Civilization and Literature II


    Credits: 3 Fall, Even

    A survey of French literature, history, art, and music of the 19th and 20th centuries with emphasis on the major literary works of this period. Classes are conducted in French.

    Prerequisites: FREN 3063 .
  
  • FREN 4103 - Contemporary Perspectives


    Credits: 3 Fall, Even

    Advanced studies of current events in: media and the arts, societal institutions, family life, the business community, education, and other areas that may become the focus of significant public discussion in France and the Francophone cultures during the semester when the course is offered. Based primarily on current media and the Internet.

    Prerequisites: FREN 3063 .
  
  • FREN 4329 - Advanced Topics in French


    Credits: 1 to 4 On Demand

    An advanced course in a selected area of French. Not for independent study.

    Prerequisites: junior standing.
  
  • FREN 4923 - Seminar in a Genre, Period or Movement


    Credits: 3 Spring, Even

    Advanced studies of the short story, drama, novel, poetry, the Medieval period or of a movement such as Romanticism, chosen each year according to the needs and interests of current students.

    Prerequisites: permission.
  
  • FREN 4933 - Seminar in Modern and Popular Literature


    Credits: 3 Spring, Odd

    Advanced studies of the detective novel, the Modern Literary Imagination, literature and film, science fiction or other special areas chosen each year according to the needs and interests of current students.

    Prerequisites: permission.
  
  • FREN 4999 - Independent Study in French


    Credits: 1 to 4

    Independent study for juniors and seniors with at least a B average in French.

    Prerequisites: approval of the dean and completion of a 4999 Independent Study form.

General Education

  
  • GNED 1001 - Cornerstone in General Education


    Credits: 0 to 1

    This course is an introduction to university-level critical thinking and discourse. It is required of all incoming freshmen, and is designed to serve as a foundational experience. Selected disciplines offer discipline-specific courses for students in specific majors. Open to freshmen only.

  
  • GNED 1051 - Success 101


    Credits: 1

    This course supports first year students in transition from high school to college and is missioncentered with a focus on an in-depth orientation to the university community, development of skills necessary for academic success, and facilitation of community within the cohort.

 

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