May 15, 2024  
2015-2016 Academic Catalog (August 2015-July 2016) 
    
2015-2016 Academic Catalog (August 2015-July 2016) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Legal Studies and Prelaw

  
  • LSPL 101 Introduction to Legal Systems

    (3)
    The nature of law and the judicial system. The relationship of law, governments, ethics, and the consumer to business enterprise. Includes the study of contracts, law of sales, torts, governmental regulations of business, environmental and consumer protection. Provides students an opportunity to examine the general framework of the legal system, thus informing students of the content as well as process of a career in law.

    Also listed as: BGEN 301 .
(3)
  
  • LSPL 201 Legal Research and Writing

    (3)
    Prerequisites: LSPL 101 .
    This course is intended to introduce the students to the fundamentals of legal research and writing to develop the skills necessary to prepare case briefs, legal memoranda, and a motion and brief to a court.

(3)
  
  • LSPL 250 Special Topics in LSPL

    (1-3)
    Spans courses on specialized areas in Legal Studies and Prelaw related to current issues or areas assessed as needed by the faculty, community, students, and graduates.

(1-3)
  
  • LSPL 270 Mock Trial

    (2)
    Prerequisites: LSPL 101 .
    Students are presented with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills relative to civil and criminal trials and advocacy.

(2)
  
  • LSPL 301 Legal Ethics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: LSPL 101  and LSPL 201 .
    A study of the ethical foundation of the U.S. legal system with special emphasis on the Code of Professional Responsibility and the Canons of Judicial Ethics. Differential analysis with other professional ethical paradigms will be examined and applied through case simulations.

(3)
  
  • LSPL 350 Special Topics in LSPL

    (1-3)
    Spans advanced courses on specialized areas in Legal Studies and Prelaw related to current issues or areas assessed as needed by the faculty, community, students, and graduates.

(1-3)
  
  • LSPL 401 Clerkship

    (1-12)
    Prerequisites: LSPL 101  and LSPL 201 , and LSPL 301 .
    Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, and techniques with content from the classroom being applied to the field. Mentorship and supervision is provided by both faculty and professionals in the field.

(1-12)
  
  • LSPL 405 Legal Studies Capstone

    (3)
    Prerequisites: LSPL 101 , LSPL 201 , and LSPL 301 .
    Students are given opportunities to integrate and synthesize content from classes, and from experiences such as clerkship and mock trial.

(3)

Management

  
  • MGT 305 Principles of Management

    (3)
    A review of the fundamental aspects of the management process, and the relevance of this process to a variety of environments.

(3)
  
  • MGT 308 Human Resources/Labor Relations

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MGT 305 .
    A survey of the key areas of human resource management including labor relations, strategic planning, recruitment, selection, training, performance evaluation, wage and salary administration, safety and health administration.

    Term Offered: (Fall, Spring)
    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 309 Organizational Theory and Behavior

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MGT 305 .
    A study of the theoretical bases of organizational design and processes, as well as the performance of individuals who populate them.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 310 Current Topics in Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MGT 305 
    Selected topics in the contemporary management environment will be explored.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 314 Entrepreneurship I

    (3)
    Prerequisites:

    An introductory course presenting the student with an understanding of the major principles and practices necessary to start a business venture. Provides the student with various facets of turning an idea into an enterprise. Students will have the opportunity to develop a business plan.

(3)
  
  • MGT 322 Cost Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: ACCT 207  with a C or better.
    A study in interpretation and analysis of accounting data for management decision-making. Various costing systems are explored as well as the presentation and communication of relevant accounting information for internal business uses.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 401 Advanced Management

    (3)
    A strategically oriented and tactically applied in-depth examination of planning, performance evaluation, wage, and salary administration. An emphasis is placed on quantitative analysis of performance data and its relationship to performance outcomes.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 430 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MGT 305  or consent of the instructor.
    An examination of the role of management in promoting ethical performance and social responsibility in the modern organization.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 441 Operations Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MGT 305 
    Study of the production process, emphasizing planning, analysis and control. Topics include production planning, plant layout and materials handling, methods analysis, inventory management, scheduling, quality control, and work measurement.

    Term Offered: (Fall, Spring)
    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MGT 450 Entreprenuership II

    (3)
    Prerequisites:  
    This course focuses on the concepts, skills, and attitudes critical for identifying and evaluating interesting business ideas and developing these ideas in the form of a potential entreprenuerial venture.  It emphasizes understanding of the processes of innovation for finding entrepreneurial opportunities and the processes of launching entrepreneurial ventures.

    Term Offered: (Fall)
(3)
  
  • MGT 460 Strategic Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Business Core or permission of instructor.
    An examination of the managerial decisions and actions that determine the long-term performance of a corporation. Emphasizes the evaluation of environmental opportunities and constraints in light of a corporation’s internal strengths and weaknesses. Emphasis is placed on integrating previous coursework into meaningful corporate, business, and functional strategies.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or who are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)

Marketing

  
  • MKT 305 Principles of Marketing

    (3)
    A survey of the fundamental features of contemporary marketing systems and the planning required to make available satisfying goods and services at a profit. A study of the complex and dynamic activities of marketing functions, explaining the roles of marketing in society and the institutions that compose the marketing system. Focuses on the marketing mix: product development and differentiation, distribution/supply chain management, pricing, and promotion.

(3)
  
  • MKT 316 Advertising and Sales Promotion

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305 .
    A systematic and comprehensive study of the management of the overall advertising effort in modern corporations. Topics include: development and implementation of advertising campaigns; overseeing the placement of advertising of all types in the various media, such as radio, television, newspapers, magazines, direct mail, Internet and outdoor; and the coordination of the advertising effort with the company’s overall marketing program.

(3)
  
  • MKT 320 Sales

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305 
    A comprehensive study focusing on personal selling. The dynamics involved in business to business marketing of products, services, and ideas are investigated. Topics include preparation for successful presentations, dyadic, and sales management functions. Students will identify problems and develop solutions through application of appropriate skills and actions in case studies and active participation.

(3)
  
  • MKT 322 Retail Management

    (3)
    A comprehensive study of the management of the retailing environment. Problems and alternatives facing retail establishments with respect to marketing functions are examined. Topics include: location, organization, operation, promotion, and merchandising policies.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 330 Marketing Channels and Distribution

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305 .
    A study of the management of the firm’s distribution system to provide effective, efficient, and reliable delivery of products and services.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 340 Marketing Research

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305  and either BGEN 202  or MATH 105 .
    Marketing research is the key link between the customers which the organization serves and the strategic decision makers in that organization, whether in the for-profit or not-for-profit sector. Focuses on the gathering and analysis of data. Includes research design, primary and secondary data sources, quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection, analysis and interpretation, and the use of statistical software.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 406 Consumer Behavior

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305 .
    An in-depth study of the concepts that help marketers understand why consumers behave as they do in the marketplace. Additionally, the impact of consumer behavior on the organizational-buyer relationship is included. Topics include the review of consumer research processes, market segmentation, strategic targeting, and the study of the consumer as an individual. Throughout the course students develop a project that applies consumer research and behavior. Among the topics related to consumer behavior are motivation, personality, perception, learning, attitude formation, marketing communications and social and cultural impacts. An international cross-cultural perspective and ethical dimensions of the consumer’s decision-making process are studied.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 410 Product and Price Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305 .
    Product planning and new product development are discussed. Topics include concept development, test marketing, product positioning, and branding strategies. Conjoint analysis is used for new product development. Economic, financial, legal, and behavioral issues are considered in making pricing decisions

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 412 International Marketing

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305 

    International Marketing addresses global issues and describes concepts relevant to global marketing, regardless of the current level or extent of the firm’s international involvement. Emphasis is on the strategic implications of competition within different country’s markets. The scope is not limited to a specific country or region. The purpose is to develop a framework or process for identifying and analyzing the important cultural and environmental differences among countries or global regions that impact purchasing decisions. As a result of completing this course, when surveying the tasks of marketing within a new international market, the marketer will understand and apply the process for creating market plans that include the impact of important cultural, economic, political, and social differences and changes within the various countries and regions.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 441 Applied Marketing Research

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 340 
    This course is focused on learning to conduct marketing/business survey research. It is client-based, meaning that you will learn the process by working on a project for a client–preferably from the local business community.

    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into a business student status or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • MKT 445 Marketing Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MKT 305   and two additional Marketing courses.
    The application of fundamentals and theory to the development of marketing strategy in such areas as :  product development, pricing, distribution networks, and promotion.  Combines qualitative and quantitative analysis.  Involves the use of marketing support software.

(3)

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 90 Basic Mathematics

    (3)
    A beginning course in mathematics focusing on operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, percents, and the real number system; solving equations and problems; basic geometry; and graphing linear equations by the slope-intercept, point-slope, and x and y intercept methods. Grade of C or better required.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 91 Basic Algebra

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 90 , if indicated by diagnostic testing.
    An introduction to basic algebra skills, including solving equations, systems of equations, and equalities; fractional expressions; exponents, powers, and roots; quadratic equations and functions; and geometry skills, including formulas for distance, slope, and midpoint. This course serves as a prerequisite for MATH 101 , MATH 103 , and CS 201  for students with mathematics ACT scores less than 19. Students with mathematics ACT scores of 19-22, or those who have not had high-school mathematics for several years may wish to consider taking this course as an algebra refresher prior to taking MATH 103 . Grade of C or better required.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 101 General Mathematics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 91 , or Mathematics ACT 19+, or qualifying COMPASS score.
    A survey course including selected topics from problem solving, set theory, consumer math, and algebra.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 103 College Algebra

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 91 , or Mathematics ACT 19+, or qualifying COMPASS score.
    Polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphing functions, operations with matrices, sequences, series, permutations and combinations included.. 3 hours lecture.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 104 College Trigonometry

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  or Mathematics ACT 25+.
    Circular functions, trigonometric identities, applications to triangles, complex numbers.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 105 Elementary Statistics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  or Mathematics ACT 25+.
    Descriptive statistics, introduction to sampling statistics, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, analysis of variance, and related topics.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 200 Introductory Geometry

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 101  or MATH 103 , or Mathematics ACT 25+.
    Includes fundamental concepts of elementary geometry, points, lines, space, separation, simple closed curves.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 220 Discrete Mathematics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  and CS 201 .
    Topics include the study of functions and relations, graphs and trees, combinatorics, sets, analysis of algorithms, and formal logic.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 250 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

    (4)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  and MATH 104 , or Mathematics ACT of 28 or higher. 
    An introduction to differential calculus, including the necessary techniques of inequalities, sets, relations, and analytic geometry. Limits, continuity, and differentiation of algebraic functions. Some applications of differentiation.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(4)
  
  • MATH 251 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II

    (4)
    Prerequisites: MATH 250  with a grade of “C” or better.

    A study of the definite and indefinite integrals, elements of analytic geometry to include: conic sections, polar coordinates, and vectors in two and three dimensions.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(4)
  
  • MATH 252 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III

    (4)
    Prerequisites: MATH 251  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Techniques and applications of integration, vectors in three-dimensional analytic geometry. Elements of infinite series and multiple integration. Introduction to differential equations.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(4)
  
  • MATH 260 Number Theory

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  or consent of instructor.
    Includes numeration systems, primes, divisibility, factorization, indeterminate problems, Diophantine equations, and analysis of congruences.

    Term Offered: (Spring)
(3)
  
  • MATH 290 History of Mathematics

    (3)


    Prerequisites:   or   or consent of instructor.

     
    A survey of the development of mathematics from prehistoric times to the present, with emphasis on the mathematical theories and techniques of each period, with their historical evolution.

    Term Offered: (Fall-even years)

(3)
  
  • MATH 303 Mathematical Probability and Statistics I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 105  (or consent of instructor), and MATH 252 .
    Includes distributions of random variables, conditional probability, correlation coefficient, selected distributions, and interval estimation.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 305 Mathematics for the Public Schools

    (3)
    Prerequisites:   and 60 semester hours previously earned.
    A study of techniques appropriate for the teaching of mathematics. Student projects and 10 or more hours of classroom observation may be required. Grade of C (or better) necessary for teacher certification program when course is required.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 307 Introduction to Abstract Algebra

    (3)
    Prerequisites:  
    Includes symbolic logic, sets, structure of number systems, introduction to group theory, survey of algebra and proofs of theorems.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MATH 309 College Geometry

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 250 .
    A careful treatment of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries with emphasis on a transformational point of view.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 310 Abstract Algebra

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 307 .
    A reasonably careful treatment of the structure of algebra, sets, relations, functions, with primary emphasis on group theory, rings, integral domains, and fields.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
   (3)
   (3)
  
  • MATH 320 Applied Linear Algebra

    (3)
    Prerequisites:  
    A computational treatment of systems of linear equations employing the concepts of linear transformations, matrices and determinants.  Other topics covered include eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

    Term Offered: (Fall)
(3)
  
  • MATH 330 Mathematical Software-Statistics

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    An introduction to software for doing descriptive and inferential statistics.

    Term Offered: (F)
    Note: Technology Fee
(1)
  
  • MATH 331 Mathematical Software-Numerics

    (1)
    Prerequisites:   ,   ,  
    Introduction to software for doing numerical linear algebra and simulations.

    Term Offered: (F)
    Note: Technology Fee
(1)
  
  • MATH 332 Mathematical Software-Symbolics

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    Introduction to software for doing symbolic manipulations and generation of exact closed-form solutions when they exist.

    Term Offered: (F)
    Note: Technology Fee
(1)
  
  • MATH 340 Mathematical Explorations

    (1)
    Prerequisites: MATH 250  or consent of instructor.
    Interesting but non-routine problems will be considered, especially those solvable with simple methods. May be repeated up to four times.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(1)
  
  • MATH 403 Differential Equations

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 252  and   MATH 425 
    Topics include solving linear and nonlinear differential equations, systems of linear differential equations, fundamental existence theorems, numerical solutions, and the use of Laplace transforms.

    Term Offered: (Fall of even years)
(3)
  
  • MATH 404 Mathematical Probability and Statistics II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 303 .
    Continuation of MATH 303 . Includes introduction to limiting distributions, hypothesis testing, sufficient statistics, analysis of variance and non-parametric statistics.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MATH 414 Special Methods in the Teaching of Mathematics

    (2)
    Prerequisites: MATH 305 , one of the set–  ,   ,   (may be taken concurrently)–and consent of instructor.

    Observation (10 or more hours), methods, and media appropriate to the teaching of mathematics.

    Term Offered: (F)
(2)
  
  • MATH 420 Special Topics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Extended study beyond introductory courses in number theory, abstract algebra, geometry, topology, complex variables, or other topics of interest.

(3)
  
  • MATH 425 Linear Algebra

    (3)
    Prerequisites:  ,  
    Formal treatment of linear transformations, matrices and determinants.  Other topics covered include vector spaces and eigenvalue theory.

    Term Offered: (S) even years
(3)
  
  • MATH 451 Advanced Calculus

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 252  and   MATH 425 
    Utilizes the concepts of limit points and cluster points in the study of functions of one variable. Properties of continuous and differentiable functions. Riemann and Darboux integration, and sequences and series of functions are discussed.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MATH 452 Real Analysis

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 252  and   MATH 425 
    The study of metric and Banach spaces; integration theory including Riemann, Lebesgue, and Stieltjes integrals; and functional analysis.

    Term Offered: (Spring of odd years)
(3)
  
  • MATH 460 Numerical Analysis

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 201 , MATH 252 , and  
    Solutions of problems by numerical methods. Includes error analysis, polynomial approximations, numerical integration, and differentiation.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MATH 470 Independent Study

    (1-6)
    Prerequisites: More than 11 hours in mathematics courses numbered 300 or above. Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for independent study.
    Students work on mathematical problems outside the scope of normal courses under minimal supervision. Student must give an oral presentation and a written summary of project.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(1-6)
  
  • MATH 480 Honors Courses

    (3)
    Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for the honors course.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • MATH 481 Honors Courses

    (3)
    Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for the honors course.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)

Medical Technology

  
  • MDTH 450 Medical Technology Practicum

    (15)
    Prerequisites: Departmental approval
    Clinical laboratory science coursework taken at an accredited School of Clinical Laboratory Science.

    Term Offered: Fall, Spring
    Note: May be repeated for up to 30 hours.
(15)

Music

  
  • MUS 90 Music Fundamentals Lab

    (1)
    A course in the fundamentals of music involving individual tutoring, self-directed study and computer assisted instructions. This class prepares students for Music Theory I (MUS 106). Not applicable toward graduation requirements although enrollment may be required for music students after placement test.

    Term Offered: (F,S)
(1)
  
  • MUS 101A Introduction to Music

    (3)
    A general survey of western music from the Middle Ages to the present for students without a working knowledge of music fundamentals. Listening assignments, including attendance at selected concerts, may be included.

(3)
  
  • MUS 101B Introduction to Music

    (3)
    A detailed survey of western music from the Middle Ages to the present for students with a working knowledge of music fundamentals. Listening assignments, including attendance at selected concerts, will be included.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MUS 106 Music Theory I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Passing grade on Music Fundamentals Entrance Examination.
    Integrated theory course including part-writing, sight-singing and ear-training.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MUS 107 Music Theory II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 106 .
    A continuation of Music Theory I.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • MUS 161A Class Piano I

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Designed to develop fundamental keyboard skills in a classroom/laboratory situation.

    Term Offered: F,S
(1)
  
  • MUS 161B Class Piano II

    (1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 161A with a grade of C or better; consent of instructor.

    Designed to develop fundamental keyboard skills in a classroom/laboratory situation.

    Term Offered: F,S
(1)
  
  • MUS 162 Woodwind Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    The fundamentals of playing and teaching the woodwind instruments with emphasis on teaching procedures.

(1)
  
  • MUS 163 Brass Class

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    A study of the fundamentals of playing and teaching the brass instruments.

(1)
  
  • MUS 204 Music Skills and Materials for the Classroom Teacher

    (3)
    A course in the fundamentals of music as introduced in the general elementary classroom by the classroom teacher in support of the music specialist. A basic study of the principles of Music Education and a survey of the available materials and appropriate procedures for the classroom teacher. Teaching required.

(3)
  
  • MUS 206 Music Theory III

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107 .
    A continuation of Music Theory II.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MUS 245 Methods in Music Technology

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    An introduction to the concepts and techniques of electronic devices and computer technology in music.

(1)
  
  • MUS 261 Class Piano

    (1, 1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A continuation of Class Piano I and II. Grade of C or better required in MUS 161B . Majors must repeat for two hours of credit.

    Term Offered: F,S
(1, 1)
  
  • MUS 264 String Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 106  and  
    An introduction to the technical problems involved in the performance of stringed instruments. Instruction is carried on as in the public school.

    Term Offered: (Every other academic year.)
(1)
  
  • MUS 265 Percussion Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    A practical study of percussion for music educators.  Study and practice of basic percussion concepts and performance techniques.  Areas of focus:  snare drum, mallet percussion, multi-percussion, timpani, drum set, and hand percussion.

    Term Offered: S
(1)
  
  • MUS 266 Voice Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  
    Open only to students who read music, have a working knowledge of music fundamentals and have consent of instructor. Study and practice of basic principles of singing, including coordination and freedom of the vocal mechanism.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(1)
  
  • MUS 300 Conducting

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 206 .
    A course designed to build skills and develop musicianship in instrumental and choral conducting.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(3)
  
  • MUS 302 History and Analysis of Music I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107  or consent of instructor.
    A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the Pre-Christian through Baroque Eras.

    Term Offered: (every third semester)
(3)
  
  • MUS 303 Music Education I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 206  or consent of instructor.
    A study of teaching techniques and materials appropriate to the elementary and intermediate grades.  Teaching required.  Ten hours modeling a master teacher.

    Term Offered: (Every other Fall)
(3)
  
  • MUS 304 Music Education II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 206  or consent of instructor.
    Study and evaluation of vocal, instrumental and general music teaching techniques and materials for the secondary schools. Teaching required. Ten hours modeling a master teacher.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(3)
  
  • MUS 306 History and Analysis of Music II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107  or consent of instructor.
    A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the Classic through Romantic Eras.

    Term Offered: (every third semester).
(3)
  
  • MUS 307 History and Analysis of Music III

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107  or consent of instructor.
    A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the 20th century to the present and a broad survey of world music.

    Term Offered: (every third semester).
(3)
  
  • MUS 310 Applied Music, High Brass

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 312 Applied Music, Low Brass

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 317 Applied Music, Woodwinds

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 320 Applied Music, Percussion

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 321 Applied Music, Piano

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    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 322 Applied Music, Organ

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 323 Applied Music, Voice

    (1,1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 324 Applied Music, Fretted Instruments

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 325 Applied Music, Carillon

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

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  • MUS 330 Music Theory IV

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    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in Music 206.
    A continuation of Theory III with additional studies in score reading and analysis.

    Term Offered: (S)
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  • MUS 341 Choral Literature

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    A survey of appropriate literature for various choral ensembles.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
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