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TE 433 edTPA Professional Development Seminar
edTPA is a performance assessment of readiness to teach. This portfolio assessment is designed with a focus on student learning. As a performance-based assessment, edTPA is designed to engage teacher candidates in demonstrating their understanding of teaching and student learning. In this class, pre-service candidates complete tasks and commentaries within a portfolio relevant to their program. Cross-listed as: TE 533 Credit, three hours.
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TE 470 Secondary School Teaching: Concepts, Strategies, and Methods
This course explores the use of strategies, methods, and materials pertinent for teaching in a middle or high school setting. The student will gain knowledge in working with adolescents and will develop skills in planning, organizing, and critical thinking - all essential components of successful secondary teaching. This course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Requires a minimum of 35 hours of professional field experiences in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must also be enrolled in TE 471 , TE 472 , TE 473 , or TE 474 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete one of these classes will prohibit a student from passing TE 470 . Credit, two hours.
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TE 471 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - English/Language Arts
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in an English/Language Arts classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for a minimum of three hours each week for the duration of the field experience. This course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 471 as well. Credit, one hour.
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TE 472 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - Mathematics
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in a mathematics classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for a minimum of three hours each week for the duration of the field experience. This course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 472 as well. Credit, one hour.
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TE 473 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - Science
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in a science classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for a minimum of three hours each week for the duration of the field experience. This course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 473 as well. Credit, one hour.
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TE 474 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - Social Science
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in a social science classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for a minimum of three hours each week for the duration of the field experience. This course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 474 as well. Credit, one hour.
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TE 497 Study in Selected Topics
Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): Admission into a teacher education program. Credit, one to six hours.
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TE 498 Study in Selected Topics
Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): Admission into a teacher education program. Credit, one to six hours.
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TE 504 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth
Introduces and surveys areas of exceptionality. Emphasizes cause and effect relationships relating to exceptional children in the classroom. Provides professional laboratory experiences in school settings. Lecture Cross-listed as: TE 304. Credit, three hours
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TE 505 Education and Technology
This course emphasizes the interdependence of technology with educational systems in a historical and social context. It provides opportunities for the acquisition of knowledge of computer and telecommunication software systems in educational settings. This course also facilitates skill development using word process, spreadsheet and database, and presentation software programs. Lecture Cross-listed as: TE 405. Credit, three hours.
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TE 508 Instructional Technologies for the Early Childhood and Elementary Classroom
This course emphasizes instructional technologies and the integration of those technologies in lessons taught in the early childhood and elementary classroom. Students will focus on the instructional design process including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Students will research a variety of instructional design models that support technology integration and apply one of those models when designing instruction.
Credit, three hours.
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TE 509 Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom
The focus of this course is planning for students with diverse needs, identifying learner supports, and monitoring students within inclusive classroom settings. Additional emphasis will be on the effective use of differentiated instruction, interventions, and collaborative strategies to increase student engagement in the general education classroom. This course will rely on the use of technology during class and for assignments. Credit, three hours.
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TE 510 Curriculum Development
Provides a study of the nature of curriculum; examination of factors affecting curriculum; and the relation of design, implementation, and evaluation to curriculum development. On-line class. Credit, three hours.
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TE 511 Contemporary Issues in Teaching
A study of issues in education. A research-based course emphasizing critical examination of contemporary issues and various proposals for improving American education in the 21st century. Credit, three hours.
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TE 517 History of Education
Provides a comprehensive study of the history of education with emphasis on American education. Credit, three hours.
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TE 519 The Law and the Schools
Provides a study of constitutional and common law as they pertain to educational issues in the United States. Credit, three hours.
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TE 520 Evaluation and Research in Education
Designed to develop skills for evaluating current research procedures and results in education with an emphasis on APA writing style guidelines. Credit, three hours.
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TE 523 Internship
Full-time teaching experiences are provided with early childhood and/or elementary pupils through assignment in selected schools. Experiences will progress gradually to the exercise of full responsibility of the teacher for at least twenty days. Teaching experiences are directed and supervised by a cooperating teacher and college supervisor. A seminar is provided for discussion, planning, and evaluation. Credit, three hours.
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TE 525 Curriculum and Teaching in the Elementary School
This course emphasizes the psychological and ethical foundations of eduation relating to learning and teaching principles and ethics, and the design, development, and implementation of media materials for reinforcement of these principles. (WI) Lecture. Credit, three hours.
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TE 533 edTPA Professional Development Seminar
edTPA is a performance assessment of readiness to teach. This portfolio assessment is designed with a focus on student learning. As a performance-based assessment, edTPA is designed to engage teacher candidates in demonstrating their understanding of teaching and student learning. In this class, pre-service candidates complete tasks and commentaries within a portfolio relevant to their program. Cross-listed as: TE 433 Credit, three hours
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TE 597 Evaluation of Teaching and Learning
The focus of this course is developing formative and summative assessment practices that inform and guide instruction. Emphasis is placed on developing competencies in creating different types of test formats in order to create valid and reliable assessment procedures. Effective assessment development and implementation is the first step toward data-based decision making that guides instruction in order to meet the needs of diverse learners. Credit, three hours.
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TE 598 Comprehensive Examination/Portfolio
Constitutes an integrated comprehensive examination of the M.A. in Education Programs. It consists of a written examination and is graded as either “Pass” or “Fail”. Students in the traditional fifth-year M.A. program in education are also required to successfully complete and submit a portfolio that includes Alabama State Department of Education mandated technology standards. Credit, none (no hours).
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Theatre |
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TH 103 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 104 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 106 Beginning Ballet
Principles, techniques and body alignment for ballet. Credit, one hour.
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TH 107 Beginning Tap
Basic principles, styles and steps of tap dancing. Credit, one hour.
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TH 108 Beginning Jazz
Principles, techniques and different styles of jazz dancing. Credit, one hour.
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TH 202 Acting I
Principles and techniques of acting as applied to the theatre, including improvisation, pantomime, theatre games and other exercises that develop creative awareness. Credit, three hours.
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TH 203 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 204 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 205 Advanced Ballet
Advanced principles, techniques and body alignment for ballet. Prerequisite(s): TH 106 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons. Credit, one hour.
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TH 207 Advanced Tap
Advanced principles, styles and steps of tap dancing. Prerequisite(s): TH 106 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons. Credit, one hour.
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TH 208 Advanced Jazz
Advanced principles, techniques and different styles of jazz dancing. Prerequisite(s): TH 108 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons. Credit, one hour.
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TH 213 History of Musical Theatre
A study of the evolution of American musical theatre from the 20th century to the present, its landmark productions, songs and its place within the history of Western Music. Cross-listed as: MU 213 Credit, two hours.
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TH 297 Study in Selected Topics
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
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TH 298 Study in Selected Topics
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
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TH 301 Theatre History
A survey of the theatre and dramatic literature, with emphasis on technical innovations, architecture, dress and decor, plays and playwrights. English majors may take this course as an elective (EN 497 ). Credit, three hours.
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TH 302 Acting II
Theory and techniques in character analysis development and the process of creating a role through scene study. Prerequisite(s): TH 202 . Credit, three hours.
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TH 303 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 304 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 306 Stage Movement/Combat
Theory and practice in creating combat scenes for the stage, movement and warm-up exercises for the actor or actress. Credit, three hours.
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TH 315 Auditioning in the Global Musical Theatre Marketplace
This course will prepare students for real-life audition experiences in the two most prominent places of Musical Theatre employment; the United States and Europe. Using the most up-to-date industry expectations and standards as guidelines, students will learn how to create excellent mission statements, resumes, headshots, images, websites, repertoire choices and networking skills pertinent to both the United States and Europe. Prerequisite(s): TH 202, TH 302 Credit, two hours.
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TH 321 Theatrical Make-Up
Basic principles and application of stage make-up including aging, beards, animals and clowns. Credit, three hours.
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TH 330 Production Procedures
Examines the chronological procedures in producing a play, including script selection, auditions, rehearsals, schedules, publicity and budgets. Credit, three hours.
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TH 402 Acting III
Advanced theory and techniques in acting using scene studies, monologues, scene analysis and techniques for movement and musical theater acting. Prerequisite(s): TH 202, TH 302 Credit, three hours.
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TH 403 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 404 Dramatic Production Participation
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances. No credit (S or U).
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TH 405 Shakespeare
A study of selected Shakespearean comedies, histories and tragedies. Musical Theatre majors may take this course as an elective. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 and three additional semester hours in English beyond the freshman level. Credit, three hours.
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TH 430 Directing
Theories and techniques of stage direction, analysis of plays, preparation of production plans and practice in stage directions. Prerequisite(s): TH 202 and TH 330 , or consent of the instructor. Credit, three hours.
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TH 431 Independent Study
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major areas, with the approval of the advisor, instructor and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.) Maximum credit, eight hours.
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TH 432 Independent Study
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major areas, with the approval of the advisor, instructor and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.) Maximum credit, eight hours.
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TH 488 Interdisciplinary Seminar
Study of a selected theme or topic designed to synthesize and reveal the coherence of the undergraduate curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Normally limited to seniors with the approval of the course director. Credit, three hours.
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TH 495 Theatre Production and Performance
Theatre Production and Performance is a celebration of the Theatre as a unique form of art and entertainment. The foundation of this course is a practical study of the history, performance and production librettists, lyricists, directors, designers and choreographers who have been of great influence in shaping the development of theatre. Emphasis will be placed on structure, content, cultural influences and historical development featuring interactive lectures, guest performers, in-class improvisation and participation. All students are required to participate in three hours of shop time per week. Cross-listed as: MU 497.1 . Credit, three hours.
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RH 598 Graduate Capstone Assessment
This required capstone measures graduate student competency for ministry and further graduate studies through a series of assessments relating to Student Learning Outcomes for our graduate program. No credit hours.
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TS 530 Surveying Systematic Theology 1
The content of this course includes theological studies of the Christian faith, as embodied by the creeds, confessions, and statements of faith, including the Baptist Faith & Message 2000. Credit, three hours.
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TS 531 Surveying Systematic Theology 2
This course is a continuation of theological studies of the Christian faith, as embodied by the creeds, confessions, and statements of faith, including the Baptist Faith & Message 2000. Credit, three hours.
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TS 532 Patristic Theology
Provides a historical and thematic study of the major themes of Christian reflection from the apostolic period through AD 600. Credit, three hours.
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TS 533 Reformation Theology
Analyzes the events and currents of thought that culminated in Catholic and Protestant reforms in the sixteenth century. Credit, three hours.
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TS 534 Modern Theology
Provides a historical and analytical study of the major themes of Christian reflection from the Reformation through the modern era. Credit, three hours.
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TS 535 Exploring Historical Theology 1
The content of this course includes theological studies of the historical Christian faith, as the Church defined and defended the faith against heresies, from the Early Church Fathers through the Reformation. Credit, three hours.
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TS 536 Exploring Historical Theology 2
The content of this course includes theological studies of the historical Christian faith, as the Church defined and defended the faith against heresies, from the Reformation through the present. Credit, three hours.
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TS 538 Special Topics in Theology
Provides an intensive study of particular doctrines, persons, or movements in the history of Christian thought. The course may be repeated when content changes. Credit, three hours.
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TS 540 Communicating Expository Messages
The content of this course includes preaching and teaching biblical and theological content of the Christian faith through oral and written communication, using a variety of media. Credit, three hours.
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TS 541 Integrating the Gospel, Church & Culture
The content of this course includes surveying contemporary churches which intentionally engage the surrounding culture with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Credit, three hours.
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WL 011 Worship Experience and Concert Attendance
This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of worship and music through concerts, church services and events of both classical and contemporary styles. No credit (S or U).
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WL 012 Worship Experience and Concert Attendance
This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of worship and music through concerts, church services and events of both classical and contemporary styles. No credit (S or U).
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WL 021 Worship Experience and Concert Attendance
This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of worship and music through concerts, church services and events of both classical and contemporary styles. No credit (S or U).
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WL 022 Worship Experience and Concert Attendance
This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of worship and music through concerts, church services and events of both classical and contemporary styles. No credit (S or U).
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WL 031 Worship Experience and Concert Attendance
This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of worship and music through concerts, church services and events of both classical and contemporary styles. No credit (S or U).
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WL 032 Worship Experience and Concert Attendance
This course is designed to introduce students to the wide range of worship and music through concerts, church services and events of both classical and contemporary styles. No credit (S or U).
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WL 100 Music Skills
A rudimentary course in general music reading designed to provide worship technology majors with a basic set of recognition and application skills. Emphasis will be on recognizing basic music notation, charts, keys and key changes, dynamics, choral (SATB) scoring, and principles of melody, harmony and rhythm. Credit, three hours.
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WL 100L Music Skills Lab
Applied experience and skill development in rudimentary music skills; a companion to WL 100. Corequisite(s): WL 100 Music Skills Credit, zero hours.
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WL 101 Inside the Music Industry
A survey of the history, structure, business practices, procedures, economics, technologies and career opportunities within the commercial music industry. Credit, three hours.
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WL 110 Macintosh Literacy
This course is designed to prepare students for the use of Mac computers. Mac proficiency is required for courses such as Finale, Pro-Tools Recording, Orchestration, Arranging, Graphic Design, and Presentation Software. Credit, two hours.
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WL 111 Microphones and Theory
A study of different categories of microphones, microphone placement, applications, and microphone usage in both live and recording scenarios. Credit, two hours.
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WL 201 Survey of Technology and Media
An analysis of the history and present role of technology and media in the music industry. Topics include MIDI applications, sampling, sequencing and current trends in music and media-related software. Attention is given to the growing role of media in the local church. Credit, three hours.
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WL 205 Equipment Maintenance and Electronics
Training in the fundamentals of electricity for the entertainment industry along with practices to keep equipment performing at an optimal level. Topics include Ohm’s Law, testing equipment, soldering techniques, and repair. Students will practice these techniques by solving problems that are often found in the industry. Prerequisite(s): WL 201 Credit, two hours.
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WL 210 Critical Listening and Ear Development
Training in the development of critical listening skills. The class will analyze different genres of music and how they are mixed differently. Other topics include frequency and instrument identification, differences in EQ, and compression. Prerequisite(s): WL 100 or MU 101 Credit, two hours.
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WL 215 Survey of the Arts in Worship
Introduces students to an overview of visual and performing arts used in the corporate worship setting. Emphasis will be placed on genres that increase the capacity for genuine worship and expression including, music, visual art, design, drama, theatre, dance and other creative forms. In addition, students will be required to plan and execute a worship service involving all areas of the creative arts. Credit, two hours.
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WL 220 Concert and Event Production Strategies
An in-depth look at the creative process of a major production from conception to completion. Topics include planning, contracting, budgeting, and team management. Other areas include logistics and coordination for touring and traveling productions. Credit, two hours.
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WL 226 Introduction to Web Design
A basic introduction in designing and managing Internet sites for churches and ministries. Emphasis will be on learning basic web management software, hosting, aesthetics, back page functions, and serving the needs of the church/ministry. Credit, two hours.
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WL 301 Copyright and Intellectual Property Law
An introduction to the fundamentals of copyright law, its application to the protection of sound recordings, musical compositions, motion pictures and other creative works. The impact on the distribution of intellectual property, including record piracy, the delivery of music via the internet and the open-sourcing of music will be presented. Credit, three hours.
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WL 305 Advanced Audio Principles and System Design
An in-depth look into the philosophy of sound, acoustics, room and system design. Students will learn how applying different techniques can change an acoustical environment and how to build varying sound systems for varied environments and needs. Credit, three hours.
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WL 306 Acoustical Measurement Systems
Training in analyzing the acoustics in a given environment. This class covers sound system optimization using software and hardware to create real time measurements and compensate for differing acoustical environments. Prerequisite(s): WL 305 Credit, two hours.
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WL 310 Sequencing and MIDI Technologies
And introduction and exploration of the Musical Instrument Digital Interface. With the use of sequencing software, students focus on creating music and instruments in the digital world. Prerequisite(s): WL 100, 421, 422 Credit, two hours.
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WL 331 Junior Project/Internship
Student will demonstrate mastery of a chosen field of the music and media industry through public performance, market studies, consultations, composing/arranging, recording, engineering or a combination of these and other skills OR a formal intern educational project in which the qualifying student gains practical experience (students may utilize this course to explore particular areas of interest in music, ministry, and technology). Credit, one hour.
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WL 332 Worship Technologies Junior Project
Student will demonstrate skills in recording with both audio and video for a senior worship leadership project. In addition they will create a 2-3 song recap of the project with edited video and post mixed audio. Credit, one hour.
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WL 351 Biblical Foundations of Worship (Worship Leadership)
A study of biblical theology that provides the foundations of the praxis of worship in personal, community, and marketplace settings. Credit, three hours.
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WL 352 Relational Issues in Worship (Worship Leadership)
A study of biblical patterns affecting relationships as they pertain to leadership, including analysis of the roles and functions of the worship leader, personality types, communication styles, conflict management and staff and community relationships. Credit, three hours.
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WL 353 Biblical Principles of Leadership
Introduces Worship Leadership students to a survey of Old and New Testament leadership principles with special emphasis on the person and centrality of Jesus Christ. Credit, three hours.
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WL 354 History and Philosophy of Worship and Music
This course is designed to explore the historical origins and philosophy of Christian Worship and Music. Beginning with the Old Testament and continuing with the New Testament teachings of Christ, the class will discuss the Biblical principles of genuine worship and the emerging call of musical worship on the modern church. Additional emphasis will be placed on historical worship styles and revivals and the importance of the God-centered worship experience. A survey of the history of music from renaissance to contemporary era will be covered. Prerequisite(s): WL 353 . (WI) Credit, three hours.
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WL 355 Practical Skills in Worship (Worship Leadership)
A survey of resources and techniques currently available to worship leaders, providing an overview of music theory, rehearsal techniques, vocal/choral/band techniques, event programming, preparation and flow of song lists, MIDI technology, sound reinforcement, use of drama and lighting and reading/conducting a musical score. Credit, three hours.
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WL 360 Acting for TV and Film
This course will focus on developing skills necessary for acting in film, television and video technology. Credit, three hours.
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WL 364 Film Studio 1
This course offers an overview of the editing software Final Cut Pro. Students will learn how to capture video, import, and edit for use in “live” worship applications. Students will learn skills and techniques for microphone placement, lighting, editing, story boarding, interviewing, script writing, and production of video projects. Students will gain experience in the application of video in worship with regard to IMAG, multi-site campus video production, streaming live to the web, and capturing content with extensive post-production edit time. Credit, three hours. 300 level class.
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WL 365 Film Studio 2
This course will instruct students in the creative process of film and digital video production. Students will be required to write a script, develop, produce and film several short video projects. Credit, three hours.
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WL 366 Advanced Live Video Production
Employing technologies used in the live video world, students will utilize broadcast-quality HD equipment to develop skills in lighting for video, advanced camera operation, directing, and advanced switching concepts. Special attention is given to proper lighting procedure, shot composition, and switching techniques. Prerequisite(s): WL 364 Credit, three hours.
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WL 371 Finale I
In this introductory course, student will learn how to write professional-standard notation using Finale, the world’s best-selling music notation software. This course will help student notate arrangements and compositions, from basic notes and rhythms to more advanced markings. Through hands-on lessons and workshops, student will understand the subtleties of notation, as well as explore the fine points of lead sheets, vocal/choral notation, drum/guitar notation, fingerings, roadmaps, and lyrics. Cross-listed as: MU 371 . Credit, two hours.
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WL 372 Finale II
In this advanced course, students will continue their professional development in writing professional-standard notation using Finale, the world’s best-selling music notation software. Student will explore more complex techniques designed to speed up the notation process dramatically, and learn to control the nuances of one’s music’s look and feel to produce clear, professional-quality music. By the end of the course, student will have mastered the most powerful functions of this versatile tool, and learned the techniques used by the most experienced, accomplished music engravers and writers. Course includes creating and/or printing music with and without a MIDI keyboard. Students work in a hands-on environment. Cross-listed as: MU 372 . Credit, two hours.
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WL 380 Sound and Lighting Design
This course is designed to train the student in sound reinforcement in a “live” application. Students will gain experience on both digital and analog consoles. They will be trained in the areas of amplification, equalization, compression, mixing, signal routing, critical listening, and overall design of sound systems. This course will also cover the design and incorporation of conventional and intelligent lighting in the “live” worship setting. Fixture placement, dimming system design, and programming will be discussed in this course. Credit, three hours. 300 level class.
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WL 381 Advanced Lighting Technology
An in-depth examination of the real and virtual world of lighting design and programming. The course focuses on console theory, programing fundamentals, and conventional vs automated fixtures. Prerequisite(s): WL 380 Credit, three hours.
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