2016-2017 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    May 26, 2024  
2016-2017 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by subject prefix. Each course description begins with a subject prefix followed by a three-digit course number and the course title. If a course includes laboratory or other special activities, that information is contained in the course description. Prerequisites and co-requisites are also listed. A prerequisite is a course, experience, or other required preparation that must be completed before the student will be permitted to enroll in the course. A co-requisite is a course, experience, or other preparation that must be completed at the same time that the student is enrolled in the listed course.

Courses numbered 100 to 199 are primarily for freshmen, 200 to 299 for sophomores, 300 to 399 for juniors and seniors, and 400 to 499 for seniors. Courses numbered 500 and above are reserved for graduate students.

Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance, a “Code or Number” search of ” 5* ” can be entered, returning all 500 or graduate-level courses.

 

Music Ensembles

  
  • MUE 222.4 Guitar Lab


    The Guitar Lab is an acoustic and electric guitar ensemble performing mostly contemporary music pieces. Emphasis is placed on technical excellence, performance and musicality. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 222.5 Chamber Music Ensemble (Strings)


    The Chamber Music Ensemble is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The ensemble performs chamber works from all style periods for combinations of string instruments. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 222.6 Crosswinds


    An auditioned, elite four to six member woodwind ensemble. Crosswinds performs a variety of traditional and contemporary woodwind literature. The group performs and travels, serving as ambassadors for the university. Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 222.7 Welsh Revival


    An auditioned, all female instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of Celtic and folk styled music. The ensemble size ranges from 6 to 8 members including a flute/piccolo/penny whistle player, violins, cello, keyboards and drums/percussion. This ensemble performs and travels extensively as ambassadors of the University. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 231.1 RamCorps


    An auditioned, elite, 20-member instrumental ensemble employing trumpets, mellophones, trombones, baritone horn, contras and a drum-line. RAMCORPS combines high-impact brass and percussion performance of a variety of music styles with choreographed movement.  The group performs and travels extensively, serving as ambassadors for the university.  Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 232.1 RamCorps


    An auditioned, elite, 20-member instrumental ensemble employing trumpets, mellophones, trombones, baritone horn, contras and a drum-line. RAMCORPS combines high-impact brass and percussion performance of a variety of music styles with choreographed movement.  The group performs and travels extensively, serving as ambassadors for the university.  Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 251.1 Piano Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles and provides opportunities for students to play in multiple piano groups. Students present one major performance per academic semester. The piano ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 252.1 Piano Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles and provides opportunities for students to play in multiple piano groups. Students present one major performance per academic semester. The piano ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 261.1 Tech Lab


    The Tech Lab is a hand-selected group focusing on the design, repair, and operation of sound and lighting systems. Students will learn the basics of sound engineering along with practical hands on training in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and operation of these systems. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 262.1 Tech Lab


    The Tech Lab is a hand-selected group focusing on the design, repair, and operation of sound and lighting systems. Students will learn the basics of sound engineering along with practical hands on training in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and operation of these systems. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.1 University Singers


    University Singers is an energetic and diverse choral group open to all students by audition. University Singers perform a wide range of music including choral classics, church anthems, Broadway, pop, spirituals, gospel, praise and worship. Emphasis is placed on the development of choral tone, blend and diction and attention is given to the spiritual aspect of the presentation. Opportunities are provided for students to perform in small and large group settings and to tour the United States and abroad. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.2 Voices of Mobile


    VOICES is a highly versatile, auditioned vocal ensemble consisting of 16 singers. While VOICES focuses on a cappella music, it also presents music of traditional and contemporary genres. VOICES maintains a highly visible and consistent performing schedule in schools, churches, conferences and civic events in addition to numerous vocal camps, tours and recruitment concerts, VOICES tours two months in the summer [generally during the months of May and June]. VOICES has performed in the White House, at Carnegie Hall and toured extensively throughout the Southeastern United States and abroad. Auditions are held as openings occur and on-campus each Spring. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.3 Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop


    Students will study and perform arias, duets, and ensembles chosen by the director from the standard repertoire of Italian, French, German, English and American operas. An operetta, opera, or American musical will be produced. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.4 Impact


    IMPACT is a mixed vocal ensemble and band that performs contemporary praise and worship music. IMPACT utilizes audio production with wireless microphones and incorporates various staging in the presentation of high IMPACT contemporary worship music. IMPACT tours extensively throughout the southeastern United States for the purpose of ministry and recruitment in churches, schools, conferences and worship events. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.5 Chamber Singers


    Chamber Singers is a 16-24 voice choral ensemble performing vocal chamber works form all style periods. Performance practices within the chamber ensemble setting are encouraged in the development of choral tone, dynamics, blend and diction. Chamber Singers will perform with other ensembles in School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) music presentations, and in church, school and civic settings. Auditions are held each fall.  Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.6 Sounds of Mobile


    The SOUNDS OF MOBILE is a highly energetic, twelve-voice show choir performing a broad spectrum of music including, pop, broadway, jazz, 50’s, disco and contemporary sacred selections. Vibrant stage presence, vocal quality and the ability to perform choreographed moves while singing is vital to the style of the group. SOUNDS will perform in many School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) events including the UM Christmas Spectacular as well as in churches and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.7 String Orchestra


    The String Ensemble of the University of Mobile performs orchestral chamber works from all style periods. Performance opportunities are provided for small and large ensemble participation. The UM String Ensemble performs in the annual Christmas Spectacular and presents an annual concert of classic orchestral works. Frequently, the String Ensemble performs with guest musicians and conductors in the Southeastern Region. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.8 Exit 13


    EXIT 13 is a ‘praise and worship’ band comprising instrumentation of acoustic and electric guitar, bass, keys, drums, and vocals. The band’s focus is to lead worship for youth events, churches, camps and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 311.9 Barbershop Quartet / Young Women in Harmony


    Four vocal parts [1st Tenor, Lead, Baritone, Bass] sing traditional and contemporary barbershop harmony performing for civic, school and church banquets and events. The groups compete each spring. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.1 University Singers


    University Singers is an energetic and diverse choral group open to all students by audition. University Singers perform a wide range of music including choral classics, church anthems, Broadway, pop, spirituals, gospel, praise and worship. Emphasis is placed on the development of choral tone, blend and diction and attention is given to the spiritual aspect of the presentation. Opportunities are provided for students to perform in small and large group settings and to tour the United States and abroad. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.2 Voices of Mobile


    VOICES is a highly versatile, auditioned vocal ensemble consisting of 16 singers. While VOICES focuses on a cappella music, it also presents music of traditional and contemporary genres. VOICES maintains a highly visible and consistent performing schedule in schools, churches, conferences and civic events in addition to numerous vocal camps, tours and recruitment concerts, VOICES tours two months in the summer [generally during the months of May and June]. VOICES has performed in the White House, at Carnegie Hall and toured extensively throughout the Southeastern United States and abroad. Auditions are held as openings occur and on-campus each Spring. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.3 Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop


    Students will study and perform arias, duets, and ensembles chosen by the director from the standard repertoire of Italian, French, German, English and American operas. An operetta, opera, or American musical will be produced. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.4 Impact


    IMPACT is a mixed vocal ensemble and band that performs contemporary praise and worship music. IMPACT utilizes audio production with wireless microphones and incorporates various staging in the presentation of high IMPACT contemporary worship music. IMPACT tours extensively throughout the southeastern United States for the purpose of ministry and recruitment in churches, schools, conferences and worship events. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.5 Chamber Singers


    Chamber Singers is a 16-24 voice choral ensemble performing vocal chamber works form all style periods. Performance practices within the chamber ensemble setting are encouraged in the development of choral tone, dynamics, blend and diction. Chamber Singers will perform with other ensembles in School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) music presentations, and in church, school and civic settings. Auditions are held each fall.  Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.6 Sounds of Mobile


    The SOUNDS OF MOBILE is a highly energetic, twelve-voice show choir performing a broad spectrum of music including, pop, broadway, jazz, 50’s, disco and contemporary sacred selections. Vibrant stage presence, vocal quality and the ability to perform choreographed moves while singing is vital to the style of the group. SOUNDS will perform in many School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) events including the UM Christmas Spectacular as well as in churches and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.7 String Orchestra


    The String Ensemble of the University of Mobile performs orchestral chamber works from all style periods. Performance opportunities are provided for small and large ensemble participation. The UM String Ensemble performs in the annual Christmas Spectacular and presents an annual concert of classic orchestral works. Frequently, the String Ensemble performs with guest musicians and conductors in the Southeastern Region. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.8 Exit 13


    EXIT 13 is a ‘praise and worship’ band comprising instrumentation of acoustic and electric guitar, bass, keys, drums, and vocals. The band’s focus is to lead worship for youth events, churches, camps and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 312.9 Barbershop Quartet / Young Women in Harmony


    Four vocal parts [1st Tenor, Lead, Baritone, Bass] sing traditional and contemporary barbershop harmony performing for civic, school and church banquets and events. The groups compete each spring. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.1 Symphonic Winds Ensemble


    Symphonic Winds is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The band performs music in a variety of styles with emphasis on the performance of classic symphonic works. The band also broadens the performing experience with the occasional addition of string and rhythm sections allowing the student to experience a studio orchestra setting for major music department-wide productions, including accompaniment of contemporary Christian artists. As a music education experience, students become acquainted with rehearsal and performance techniques for clear, tangible applications for future instrumental music leadership.  Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.2 Jazz Band


    The jazz band is a performance group open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the diverse stylistic approaches of big band jazz from blues, swing and solo ballads to rock, Latin, funk, and fusion arrangements. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.3 Guitar Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles. Emphasis is placed on musical and technical excellence. The ensemble performs an annual concert on-campus and performs in other venues in the community. The ensemble also performs in recital hour and guitar seminar class. Guitar Ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.4 Guitar Lab


    The Guitar Lab is an acoustic and electric guitar ensemble performing mostly contemporary music pieces. Emphasis is placed on technical excellence, performance and musicality. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.5 Chamber Music Ensemble (Strings)


    The Chamber Music Ensemble is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The ensemble performs chamber works from all style periods for combinations of string instruments. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.6 Crosswinds


    An auditioned, elite four to six member woodwind ensemble. Crosswinds performs a variety of traditional and contemporary woodwind literature. The group performs and travels, serving as ambassadors for the university. Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 321.7 Welsh Revival


    An auditioned, all female instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of Celtic and folk styled music. The ensemble size ranges from 6 to 8 members including a flute/piccolo/penny whistle player, violins, cello, keyboards and drums/percussion. This ensemble performs and travels extensively as ambassadors of the University. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.1 Symphonic Winds Ensemble


    Symphonic Winds is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The band performs music in a variety of styles with emphasis on the performance of classic symphonic works. The band also broadens the performing experience with the occasional addition of string and rhythm sections allowing the student to experience a studio orchestra setting for major music department-wide productions, including accompaniment of contemporary Christian artists. As a music education experience, students become acquainted with rehearsal and performance techniques for clear, tangible applications for future instrumental music leadership.  Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.2 Jazz Band


    The jazz band is a performance group open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the diverse stylistic approaches of big band jazz from blues, swing and solo ballads to rock, Latin, funk, and fusion arrangements. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.3 Guitar Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles. Emphasis is placed on musical and technical excellence. The ensemble performs an annual concert on-campus and performs in other venues in the community. The ensemble also performs in recital hour and guitar seminar class. Guitar Ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.4 Guitar Lab


    The Guitar Lab is an acoustic and electric guitar ensemble performing mostly contemporary music pieces. Emphasis is placed on technical excellence, performance and musicality. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.5 Chamber Music Ensemble (Strings)


    The Chamber Music Ensemble is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The ensemble performs chamber works from all style periods for combinations of string instruments. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.6 Crosswinds


    An auditioned, elite four to six member woodwind ensemble. Crosswinds performs a variety of traditional and contemporary woodwind literature. The group performs and travels, serving as ambassadors for the university. Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 322.7 Welsh Revival


    An auditioned, all female instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of Celtic and folk styled music. The ensemble size ranges from 6 to 8 members including a flute/piccolo/penny whistle player, violins, cello, keyboards and drums/percussion. This ensemble performs and travels extensively as ambassadors of the University. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 331.1 RamCorps


    An auditioned, elite, 20-member instrumental ensemble employing trumpets, mellophones, trombones, baritone horn, contras and a drum-line. RAMCORPS combines high-impact brass and percussion performance of a variety of music styles with choreographed movement.  The group performs and travels extensively, serving as ambassadors for the university.  Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 332.1 RamCorps


    An auditioned, elite, 20-member instrumental ensemble employing trumpets, mellophones, trombones, baritone horn, contras and a drum-line. RAMCORPS combines high-impact brass and percussion performance of a variety of music styles with choreographed movement.  The group performs and travels extensively, serving as ambassadors for the university.  Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 351.1 Piano Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles and provides opportunities for students to play in multiple piano groups. Students present one major performance per academic semester. The piano ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 352.1 Piano Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles and provides opportunities for students to play in multiple piano groups. Students present one major performance per academic semester. The piano ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 361.1 Tech Lab


    The Tech Lab is a hand-selected group focusing on the design, repair, and operation of sound and lighting systems. Students will learn the basics of sound engineering along with practical hands on training in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and operation of these systems. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 362.1 Tech Lab


    The Tech Lab is a hand-selected group focusing on the design, repair, and operation of sound and lighting systems. Students will learn the basics of sound engineering along with practical hands on training in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and operation of these systems. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.1 University Singers


    University Singers is an energetic and diverse choral group open to all students by audition. University Singers perform a wide range of music including choral classics, church anthems, Broadway, pop, spirituals, gospel, praise and worship. Emphasis is placed on the development of choral tone, blend and diction and attention is given to the spiritual aspect of the presentation. Opportunities are provided for students to perform in small and large group settings and to tour the United States and abroad. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.2 Voices of Mobile


    VOICES is a highly versatile, auditioned vocal ensemble consisting of 16 singers. While VOICES focuses on a cappella music, it also presents music of traditional and contemporary genres. VOICES maintains a highly visible and consistent performing schedule in schools, churches, conferences and civic events in addition to numerous vocal camps, tours and recruitment concerts, VOICES tours two months in the summer [generally during the months of May and June]. VOICES has performed in the White House, at Carnegie Hall and toured extensively throughout the Southeastern United States and abroad. Auditions are held as openings occur and on-campus each Spring. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.3 Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop


    Students will study and perform arias, duets, and ensembles chosen by the director from the standard repertoire of Italian, French, German, English and American operas. An operetta, opera, or American musical will be produced. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.4 Impact


    IMPACT is a mixed vocal ensemble and band that performs contemporary praise and worship music. IMPACT utilizes audio production with wireless microphones and incorporates various staging in the presentation of high IMPACT contemporary worship music. IMPACT tours extensively throughout the southeastern United States for the purpose of ministry and recruitment in churches, schools, conferences and worship events. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.5 Chamber Singers


    Chamber Singers is a 16-24 voice choral ensemble performing vocal chamber works form all style periods. Performance practices within the chamber ensemble setting are encouraged in the development of choral tone, dynamics, blend and diction. Chamber Singers will perform with other ensembles in School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) music presentations, and in church, school and civic settings. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.6 Sounds of Mobile


    The SOUNDS OF MOBILE is a highly energetic, twelve-voice show choir performing a broad spectrum of music including, pop, broadway, jazz, 50’s, disco and contemporary sacred selections. Vibrant stage presence, vocal quality and the ability to perform choreographed moves while singing is vital to the style of the group. SOUNDS will perform in many School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) events including the UM Christmas Spectacular as well as in churches and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.7 String Orchestra


    The String Ensemble of the University of Mobile performs orchestral chamber works from all style periods. Performance opportunities are provided for small and large ensemble participation. The UM String Ensemble performs in the annual Christmas Spectacular and presents an annual concert of classic orchestral works. Frequently, the String Ensemble performs with guest musicians and conductors in the Southeastern Region. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.8 Exit 13


    EXIT 13 is a ‘praise and worship’ band comprising instrumentation of acoustic and electric guitar, bass, keys, drums, and vocals. The band’s focus is to lead worship for youth events, churches, camps and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 411.9 Barbershop Quartet / Young Women in Harmony


    Four vocal parts [1st Tenor, Lead, Baritone, Bass] sing traditional and contemporary barbershop harmony performing for civic, school and church banquets and events. The groups compete each spring. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.1 University Singers


    University Singers is an energetic and diverse choral group open to all students by audition. University Singers perform a wide range of music including choral classics, church anthems, Broadway, pop, spirituals, gospel, praise and worship. Emphasis is placed on the development of choral tone, blend and diction and attention is given to the spiritual aspect of the presentation. Opportunities are provided for students to perform in small and large group settings and to tour the United States and abroad. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.2 Voices of Mobile


    VOICES is a highly versatile, auditioned vocal ensemble consisting of 16 singers. While VOICES focuses on a cappella music, it also presents music of traditional and contemporary genres. VOICES maintains a highly visible and consistent performing schedule in schools, churches, conferences and civic events in addition to numerous vocal camps, tours and recruitment concerts, VOICES tours two months in the summer [generally during the months of May and June]. VOICES has performed in the White House, at Carnegie Hall and toured extensively throughout the Southeastern United States and abroad. Auditions are held as openings occur and on-campus each Spring. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.3 Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop


    Students will study and perform arias, duets, and ensembles chosen by the director from the standard repertoire of Italian, French, German, English and American operas. An operetta, opera, or American musical will be produced. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.4 Impact


    IMPACT is a mixed vocal ensemble and band that performs contemporary praise and worship music. IMPACT utilizes audio production with wireless microphones and incorporates various staging in the presentation of high IMPACT contemporary worship music. IMPACT tours extensively throughout the southeastern United States for the purpose of ministry and recruitment in churches, schools, conferences and worship events. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.5 Chamber Singers


    Chamber Singers is a 16-24 voice choral ensemble performing vocal chamber works form all style periods. Performance practices within the chamber ensemble setting are encouraged in the development of choral tone, dynamics, blend and diction. Chamber Singers will perform with other ensembles in School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) music presentations, and in church, school and civic settings. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.6 Sounds of Mobile


    The SOUNDS OF MOBILE is a highly energetic, twelve-voice show choir performing a broad spectrum of music including, pop, broadway, jazz, 50’s, disco and contemporary sacred selections. Vibrant stage presence, vocal quality and the ability to perform choreographed moves while singing is vital to the style of the group. SOUNDS will perform in many School of Music (Center for Performing Arts) events including the UM Christmas Spectacular as well as in churches and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.7 String Orchestra


    The String Ensemble of the University of Mobile performs orchestral chamber works from all style periods. Performance opportunities are provided for small and large ensemble participation. The UM String Ensemble performs in the annual Christmas Spectacular and presents an annual concert of classic orchestral works. Frequently, the String Ensemble performs with guest musicians and conductors in the Southeastern Region. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.8 Exit 13


    EXIT 13 is a ‘praise and worship’ band comprising instrumentation of acoustic and electric guitar, bass, keys, drums, and vocals. The band’s focus is to lead worship for youth events, churches, camps and civic events. Auditions are held each fall. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 412.9 Barbershop Quartet / Young Women in Harmony


    Four vocal parts [1st Tenor, Lead, Baritone, Bass] sing traditional and contemporary barbershop harmony performing for civic, school and church banquets and events. The groups compete each spring. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.1 Symphonic Winds Ensemble


    Symphonic Winds is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The band performs music in a variety of styles with emphasis on the performance of classic symphonic works. The band also broadens the performing experience with the occasional addition of string and rhythm sections allowing the student to experience a studio orchestra setting for major music department-wide productions, including accompaniment of contemporary Christian artists. As a music education experience, students become acquainted with rehearsal and performance techniques for clear, tangible applications for future instrumental music leadership.  Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.2 Jazz Band


    The jazz band is a performance group open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the diverse stylistic approaches of big band jazz from blues, swing and solo ballads to rock, Latin, funk, and fusion arrangements. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.3 Guitar Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles. Emphasis is placed on musical and technical excellence. The ensemble performs an annual concert on-campus and performs in other venues in the community. The ensemble also performs in recital hour and guitar seminar class. Guitar Ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.4 Guitar Lab


    The Guitar Lab is an acoustic and electric guitar ensemble performing mostly contemporary music pieces. Emphasis is placed on technical excellence, performance and musicality. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.5 Chamber Music Ensemble (Strings)


    The Chamber Music Ensemble is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The ensemble performs chamber works from all style periods for combinations of string instruments. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.6 Crosswinds


    An auditioned, elite four to six member woodwind ensemble. Crosswinds performs a variety of traditional and contemporary woodwind literature. The group performs and travels, serving as ambassadors for the university. Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 421.7 Welsh Revival


    An auditioned, all female instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of Celtic and folk styled music. The ensemble size ranges from 6 to 8 members including a flute/piccolo/penny whistle player, violins, cello, keyboards and drums/percussion. This ensemble performs and travels extensively as ambassadors of the University. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.1 Symphonic Winds Ensemble


    Symphonic Winds is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The band performs music in a variety of styles with emphasis on the performance of classic symphonic works. The band also broadens the performing experience with the occasional addition of string and rhythm sections allowing the student to experience a studio orchestra setting for major music department-wide productions, including accompaniment of contemporary Christian artists. As a music education experience, students become acquainted with rehearsal and performance techniques for clear, tangible applications for future instrumental music leadership. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.2 Jazz Band


    The jazz band is a performance group open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the diverse stylistic approaches of big band jazz from blues, swing and solo ballads to rock, Latin, funk, and fusion arrangements. Performance practices are also emphasized. The band performs for a variety of venues. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.3 Guitar Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles. Emphasis is placed on musical and technical excellence. The ensemble performs an annual concert on-campus and performs in other venues in the community. The ensemble also performs in recital hour and guitar seminar class. Guitar Ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.4 Guitar Lab


    The Guitar Lab is an acoustic and electric guitar ensemble performing mostly contemporary music pieces. Emphasis is placed on technical excellence, performance and musicality. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.5 Chamber Music Ensemble (Strings)


    The Chamber Music Ensemble is a performing organization open to all students by audition. The ensemble performs chamber works from all style periods for combinations of string instruments. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.6 Crosswinds


    An auditioned, elite four to six member woodwind ensemble. Crosswinds performs a variety of traditional and contemporary woodwind literature. The group performs and travels, serving as ambassadors for the university. Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 422.7 Welsh Revival


    An auditioned, all female instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of Celtic and folk styled music. The ensemble size ranges from 6 to 8 members including a flute/piccolo/penny whistle player, violins, cello, keyboards and drums/percussion. This ensemble performs and travels extensively as ambassadors of the University. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 431.1 RamCorps


    An auditioned, elite, 20-member instrumental ensemble employing trumpets, mellophones, trombones, baritone horn, contras and a drum-line. RAMCORPS combines high-impact brass and percussion performance of a variety of music styles with choreographed movement.  The group performs and travels extensively, serving as ambassadors for the university.  Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 432.1 RamCorps


    An auditioned, elite, 20-member instrumental ensemble employing trumpets, mellophones, trombones, baritone horn, contras and a drum-line. RAMCORPS combines high-impact brass and percussion performance of a variety of music styles with choreographed movement. The group performs and travels extensively, serving as ambassadors for the university. Auditions are held as openings occur. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 451.1 Piano Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles and provides opportunities for students to play in multiple piano groups. Students present one major performance per academic semester. The piano ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 452.1 Piano Ensemble


    The ensemble performs music in a variety of styles and provides opportunities for students to play in multiple piano groups. Students present one major performance per academic semester. The piano ensemble is open to all students by audition. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 461.1 Tech Lab


    The Tech Lab is a hand-selected group focusing on the design, repair, and operation of sound and lighting systems. Students will learn the basics of sound engineering along with practical hands on training in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and operation of these systems. Credit, one hour.
  
  • MUE 462.1 Tech Lab


    The Tech Lab is a hand-selected group focusing on the design, repair, and operation of sound and lighting systems. Students will learn the basics of sound engineering along with practical hands on training in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and operation of these systems. Credit, one hour.

New Testament Studies

  
  • NT 520 Utilizing New Testament Exegetical Tools


    An introduction to the Greek alphabet, word formation, and verbal system.  Emphasis is placed on developing skills in the use of concordances and lexica, as well as the use of various linguistic helps, differing Bible translations, and other exegetical tools. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 521 New Testament Introduction


    Examines critical issues related to New Testament introduction. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 522 The Synoptic Gospels


    Provides a study of Matthew, Mark and Luke. The historical background, interpretation, and contemporary significance of the gospels are examined, either collectively, in groups, or individually. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 523 The Pauline Epistles


    Provides a study of the New Testament letters textually and/or historically linked to Paul. The historical background, interpretation, and contemporary significance of these letters are examined, either collectively, in groups, or individually. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 524 The Johannine Corpus


    Provides a study of the New Testament documents textually and/or historically linked to John. The historical background, interpretation, and contemporary significance of these works are examined, either collectively, in groups, or individually. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 525 Acts and the General Epistles


    Provides a study of Acts and/or the non-Pauline letters of the New Testament. The historical background, interpretation, and contemporary significance of these works are examined, either collectively, in groups, or individually. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 527 Exegesis in Greek


    Presents a detailed analysis of selected books or portions of books from the Greek Testament. Emphasis is given to vocabulary building, location of verbs, and pronunciation as well as exegesis. Use of lexicon is a major component of class work. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 528 Special Topics in New Testament


    Analyzes special topics in New Testament designed to meet specific needs and special interests and to explore current issues in the field. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 530 Interpreting the New Testament 1


    The content of this course includes studies in the literature, culture, history and theology of the New Testament, including the Gospels and Acts. Credit, three hours.
  
  • NT 531 Interpreting the New Testament 2


    The content of this course includes studies in literature, culture, history and theology of the New Testament, including the Epistles and Revelation. Credit, three hours.

Nursing

  
  • NU 100.1 (B.S.N.) Math for Nurses


    A study of basic arithmetic used in the calculation of medication dosages. This course includes application of formulas used in calculating pediatric and adult dosages. This course cannot be used to fulfill a math requirement. Credit, one hour.
  
  • NU 151 Nursing Foundations


    This course is designed to assist freshmen students in establishing their identity with the nursing profession. Lecture and discussion format address the following topics: the history of nursing, nursing roles, current ideas and trends in nursing, and the health care delivery system and profession. The course provides an orientation to the academic and clinical expectations of the nursing curriculum. It is required for Freshman Nursing Students. Recommended for those students considering a major in nursing. Taking this course does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. Credit, one hour.
  
  • NU 252 Professional Socialization


    Introduces the student to the role of the professional nurse. Through the study of nursing history and health care issues, the student develops an appreciation for health care in today’s world. Open to non-nursing majors. (OC) Credit, two hours.
  
  • NU 303 Nutrition


    Introduces the student to the scientific principles of basic nutrition and their relationship to maintenance of health. Enables the student to see the relationship between health status and nutritional status. Credit, two hours.
 

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