2019-2020 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks 
    
    Apr 25, 2024  
2019-2020 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks [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.

 

Management

  
  • MGT 360 Supply Chain Management


    Credit, three hours.
    A basic study of the theory and practice of Supply Chain Management in manufacturing and service organizations.  The course focuses on managerial leadership and presents a broad survey of the current theories and research on leadership in formal organizations.  Topics will include ethics, motivation, the use and abuse of power and privilege, leadership in teams, transactional and transformational leadership and servant leadership.
  
  • MGT 371 Principles of Entrepreneurship


    Credit, three hours.
    The course introduces students to the basic entrepreneurial characteristics, using the lean methodology and business model generation, to learn customer discovery, customer validation, and execution. Upon completing the course, students will understand the fundamentals of turning a talent, innovation, or idea into a successful start-up enterprise. Cross-listed as: BA 371 .
  
  • MGT 401 Organizational Behavior and Human Relations


    Credit, three hours.
    This course is a study of the interpersonal and interorganizational relationships of people working in groups. It covers topics such as communication, leadership, motivation, power, and group behavior. Credit can be earned for only one of these courses. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321 .
  
  • MGT 418 Marketing Management for Non-Profit Organizations


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the application of marketing and management principles and practices to not-for-profit organizations. Cross-listed as: MKT 418 . Prerequisite(s): MKT 311  and MGT 321 . (WI)
  
  • MGT 420 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management


    Credit, three hours.
    This course is designed to help students understand the nature of entrepreneurship, especially as it applies to small firms. It also shows the challenges, complexities, rewards, and frustrations of owning and/or operating such firms. Prerequisite(s): AC 241  , MGT 321  and  MKT 311 . (WI)
  
  • MGT 425 Production and Operations Management


    Credit, three hours.
    This course is concerned with the activities necessary for the design, operation, and control of systems that produce goods and services, such as forecasting, capacity planning, location, layout, quality control, and inventory control. Prerequisite(s): MA 211  or equivalent; MGT 321 .
  
  • MGT 426 Social Responsibility and Managerial Ethics


    Credit, three hours.
    This course is an investigation into the relationships between business managers and their social responsibilities to both private and public sector; utilizes case studies. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321 .
  
  • MGT 427 History of Management Thought


    Credit, three hours.
    This course covers the history of management thinking and management literature from its earliest beginnings to the present and analyzes the effects of prevailing economic, social, cultural, and political values and institutions on the development of the management discipline. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321 .
  
  • MGT 431 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • MGT 432 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • MGT 450 Project Management


    Credit, three hours.
    Practical knowledge involving applications and skills in project management. Topics include project requirements, project design, practices, quality management, resource scheduling, risk management, team dynamics and leadership, communication with stakeholders, training and project documentation. This course includes the use of project management software. Cross-listed as: CIS 450 . Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 .
  
  • MGT 465 Procurement and Supply Chain Technology


    Credit, three hours.
    An advanced study of the theory and practice of Supply Chain Management in manufacturing and service organizations. The course focuses on procurement and the systems, processes, and technology which undergird the supply chain discipline.
  
  • MGT 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for 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.
  
  • MGT 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for 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.
  
  • MGT 522 Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides a study of the relationships of individual workers to their environments. Topics include: human resource management, labor relations, and labor legislation. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321 .
  
  • MGT 524 Organizational Theory and Behavior


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides an intensive investigation of human behavior in organizational settings that stresses the impact of communication, motivation, and leadership by decision makers on individuals and groups. Topics considered are organization design, conflict resolution, attitude changes, and concepts and sources of power. This learning is accomplished by extensive use of case studies, theoretical models, and role play. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321  or equivalent.
  
  • MGT 525 Production/Operations Management


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides a study of the way production operations occur in organizations. It deals with product/service development, design and layout of facilities, job design, production, and inventory control. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321  or equivalent, AC 544 , CIS 563 , and EC 502 .
  
  • MGT 526 Social Responsibility and Managerial Ethics


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides an investigation of the relationships between managers and their social responsibility to both the private and public sectors; case studies used extensively. Prerequisite(s): MGT 321  or equivalent.

Marketing

  
  • MKT 228 Digital Literacy and Content Creation


    Credit, three hours.
    This course offers a fundamental understanding of the critical and practical aspects of digital tools, technologies, and resources.  Students will learn how to navigate, evaluate, create, and critically apply information by using a wide variety of digital technologies including design software, social media tools, email marketing programs and blogging platforms. Cross-listed as:  AR 228 .
  
  • MKT 311 Principles of Marketing


    Credit, three hours.
    A fundamental study of marketing strategy. The course emphasizes market analysis, product, price, distribution channels, and promotion. This course is a prerequisite for all other marketing courses. Prerequisite(s): EC 202 .
  
  • MKT 313 Retail Management


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the retail management decision process, and involves developing and evaluating a retail strategy in a variety of retail institutions. Cross-listed as: MGT 313 . Prerequisite(s): MKT 311 . (WI)
  
  • MKT 314 Marketing Communication


    Credit, three hours.
    The study of issues involved in establishing and managing an effective Integrated Marketing Communications program. The integrated approach of this course blends advertising, promotions, and marketing communications together, providing students with the information they need to understand the process and benefits of successful IMC campaigns. Prerequisite(s): MKT 311 .
  
  • MKT 315 Consumer Behavior


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of how marketing managers can apply knowledge of the consumer decision process to market analysis, target-market selection, and marketing strategy formulation. Prerequisite(s): MKT 311 .
  
  • MKT 331 Internship


    Credit, three hours.
    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed MKT 311  and six additional hours of marketing coursework may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • MKT 332 Internship


    Credit, three hours.
    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed MKT 311  and six additional hours of marketing coursework may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • MKT 416 Marketing Research


    Credit, three hours.
    The application of the scientific method to the solution of marketing problems. Includes the process of determining problems, collecting data, tabulating data, and interpreting findings. Prerequisite(s): MKT 311  and MA 211 .
  
  • MKT 418 Marketing Management for Non-Profit Organizations


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the application of marketing and management principles and practices to not-for-profit organizations. Cross-listed as: MGT 418 . Prerequisite(s): MKT 311  and MGT 321 .
  
  • MKT 421 Digital Marketing and Social Media Analytics


    Credit, three hours.
    Digital marketing and social media have reshaped the field of marketing.  This course focuses on the framelwork fo digital strategies, campaign measurements, and optimization of strategies for the digital age. Prerequisite(s): MA 211 , BA 319  , and MKT 311  
  
  • MKT 425 Advanced Marketing Strategies and Planning


    Credit, three hours.
    Learn best practices in developing and writing a comprehensive marketing plan.  Examine how marketing plans change with the life cycle or market conditions of a product or service.  Develop a model marketing plan that includes an analysis of competition, pricing, promotion, distribution and the value proposition.  Special emphasis is placed on adopting and maintaining a customer focus when creating marketing plans. Prerequisite(s): MKT 311 , MKT 314 , and MKT 315 .  (WI)
  
  • MKT 431 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and Dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • MKT 432 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and Dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • MKT 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for 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.
  
  • MKT 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for 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.
  
  • MKT 515 Consumer Behavior


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides An Examination Of The Personal, Social, And Situational Determinants Of Consumer Behavior With Emphasis On Their Significance To The Development Of Marketing Strategy. Prerequisite(s): MKT 311 .
  
  • MKT 517 Marketing Administration


    Credit, three hours.
    Presents An Analysis Of The Marketing Management Decision Process, With Particular Emphasis On Market Opportunity Analysis, Strategy Development Planning, And Integration With Corporate Strategy. It Integrates All The Marketing Functions Through The Use Of The Case Method. Prerequisite(s): MKT 311 .

Military Science

  
  • MS 101 Basic Leadership Skills I


    Credit, one hour.
    An introductory course of instruction and participation in common military task and leadership skills. Students are encouraged to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and required to attend a 2 hour leadership lab every other week.
  
  • MS 102 Basic Leadership Skills II


    Credit, one hour.
    A continuing course of instruction and participation in individual common military task and leadership skills. Students are encouraged to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and required to attend a 2 hour leadership lab every other week.
  
  • MS 201 Intermediate Military Skills I


    Credit, three hours.
    A further development of common task and leadership skills required to prepare cadets to lead small military units. Emphasis on practical application of basic military skills and ability through development of leadership skills. Students are encouraged to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and required to attend a 2 hour leadership lab every week. Fee required.
  
  • MS 202 Intermediate Military Skills II


    Credit, three hours.
    A further development of common task and leadership skills required to prepare cadets to lead small military units. Emphasis on practical application of basic military skills and ability through development of leadership skills. Students are encouraged to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and required to attend a 2 hour leadership lab every week. Fee required.
  
  • MS 301 Adaptive Team Leadership


    Credit, three hours.
    Challenges cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with challenging scenarios related to military operations containing ethical dilemmas. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership attributes and actions. Based on such feedback, as well as their own self-evaluations, cadets continue to develop their leadership and critical thinking abilities. Cadets also conduct physical fitness training three times per week focusing on development of individual flexibility, muscular strength, and cardio-respiratory endurance. Students are required to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and a 2 hour leadership lab every week. Fee required. Prerequisite(s): MS 101  and MS 102  and MS 201  and MS 202  
  
  • MS 302 Applied Team Leadership


    Credit, three hours.
    Increasingly intense situational leadership challenges in order to develop a cadet’s awareness and critical thinking skills while in a leadership role. Cadets review aspects of combat, stability, and support operations. They also conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in the operational orders process. Cadets also conduct physical fitness training three times per week focusing on development of individual flexibility, muscular strength, and cardio-respiratory endurance. Students are required to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and a 2 hour leadership lab every week. Fee required.
  
  • MS 401 Mission Command and the Army Profession


    Credit, three hours.
    MS401 introduces Cadets to the challenges of mission command and gaining an understanding of the Army Profession.  Cadets learn the basics of what mission command is and how it is used in Army operations.  Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army.  The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership while gaining a big picture of understanding the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. In addition, MSL IVs are rotated through a variety of leadership positions that support a variety of ROTC battalion training and recruiting events throughout the semester where the MSL IV student will receive detailed and constructive feedback on their leader attributes and core leader competencies from experienced cadre. Students are required to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session and a 2 hour leadership lab every week. Fee required.
  
  • MS 402 Mission Command and the Company Grade Officer


    Credit, three hours.
    MS 402 introduces Cadets to the challenges of mission command and gaining an understanding of the Army Profession.  Cadets learn the basics of what mission command is and how to use it in Army operations.  Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army.  The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership while gaining a big picture of understanding the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.
  
  • MS 494 Directed Studies


    Credit, one and three hours.
    Directed study and research. May be repeated in different subject areas. Course work will be specified by the instructor prior to the beginning of the semester. Studies may include but are not limited to research papers, special projects, and leadership seminars. Students are required to attend Physical Training (PT) Lab three (3) times per week for 1 hour per session. Fee required.

Music

  
  • MU 011 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 012 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 021 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 022 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 031 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 032 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 041 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 042 Concert Music


    No credit (S or U).
    Attendance of designated recitals and concerts.
  
  • MU 100 Foundations of Music Theory


    Credit, three hours.
    Introduction to the fundamentals of melodic and rhythm notation, keys and key signatures, and an understanding of scale construction.
  
  • MU 101 Theory I


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of scale formation, intervals, chord progressions, triads, seventh chords and their inversions, non-harmonic tones, and cadences including analysis and original composition. Prerequisite(s): Placement test.
  
  • MU 101L Theory Laboratory I


    Credit, one hour.
    Sight-singing and ear training to be taken with Theory I. Prerequisite(s): Placement test.
  
  • MU 102 Theory I


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of scale formation, intervals, chord progressions, triads, seventh chords and their inversions, non-harmonic tones, and cadences including analysis and original composition. Prerequisite(s): Placement test.
  
  • MU 102L Theory Laboratory I


    Credit, one hour.
    Sight-singing and ear training to be taken with Theory I. Prerequisite(s): Placement test.
  
  • MU 111 Music Appreciation


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the styles and forms of music from the Middle Ages to the present. The development of skills necessary for perceptive listening will be emphasized. The relationship of music to other arts and the role music plays in society will be considered.
  
  • MU 201 Theory II


    Credit, three hours.
    A continuation of Theory I. Seventh chords, chromatic harmony, secondary harmony, modulation, and 16th and 18th century counterpoint including analysis and original composition. Prerequisite(s): MU 101 , MU 102  
  
  • MU 201L Theory Laboratory II


    Credit, one hour.
    Sight-singing and ear training to be taken with Theory II. Prerequisite(s): MU 101L  and MU 102L  or placement test.
  
  • MU 202 Theory II


    Credit, three hours.
    A continuation of Theory I. Seventh chords, chromatic harmony, secondary harmony, modulation, and 16th and 18th century counterpoint including analysis and original composition. Prerequisite(s): MU 201  
  
  • MU 202L Theory Laboratory II


    Credit, one hour.
    Sight-singing and ear training to be taken with Theory II. Prerequisite(s): MU 201L  
  
  • MU 203 Survey of Technology and Media


    Credit, three hours.
    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.  Cross-listed as: WL 201  
  
  • MU 213 History of American Musical Theatre


    Credit, two hours.
    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: TH 213 .
  
  • MU 244 Piano Literature


    Credit, two hours.
    Designed to aid the student in the study of piano literature from the Baroque period to the present.
  
  • MU 245 Diction and Song Literature I


    Credit, two hours.
    An introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet and to the phonetics of English for singing. The course will survey solo vocal literature in English, from the Renaissance to the present with an emphasis on style, interpretation, and presentation of solo materials for all voice classifications.
  
  • MU 246 Diction and Song Literature II


    Credit, two hours.
    (Spanish / Italian) An introduction to the phonetics of Italian, Latin and Spanish for singing. The course will survey solo vocal literature in Italian, Latin, and Spanish from the Renaissance to the present with an emphasis on style, interpretation, and presentation of solo materials for all voice classifications. Prerequisite(s): Diction and Song Literature I .
  
  • MU 249 Diction


    Credit, one hour.
    An introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet and to the phonetics of English for singing, available as an elective.
  
  • MU 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    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.
  
  • MU 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    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.
  
  • MU 301 Form and Analysis


    Credit, two hours.
    An analysis of structural principles of 17th and 18th century music determined by analysis of major composers’ works with composition exercises. Prerequisite(s): MU 202  or placement test.
  
  • MU 302 Counterpoint


    Credit, two hours.
    A study of 18th century contrapuntal style, with an emphasis on the music of J.S. Bach and an introduction to 16th century style and species counterpoint.  Prerequisite(s): MU 301  or placement test.
  
  • MU 310 Music History I


    Credit, three hours.
    Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque Music. The goal of this course will be to give the student detailed understanding of the development of Western Music and World Music in the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. Understanding the major trends in Western Music and World Music as well as its function in society, and examination of the parallels with other fine arts is a further goal. The course will explore the role of music in various cultures, including but not limited to Western European, Asian, African, Latin American, Middle Eastern cultures. The focus of the course will be the study of musical literature. Major works from all instrumental and vocal genres will be studied from historical, theoretical, and social perspectives. The course will place a high degree of emphasis on listening. (WI)
  
  • MU 311 Music History II


    Credit, three hours.
    Classic, Romantic and Contemporary Music. The goal of this course will be to give the student detailed understanding of the development of Western Music and World Music in the Classic, Romantic, and Contemporary periods. Understanding the major trends in Western Music and World Music as well as its function in society, and examination of the parallels with other fine arts is a further goal. The course will explore the role of music in various cultures, including but not limited to Western European, Asian, African, Latin American, Middle Eastern cultures. The focus of the course will be the study of musical literature. Major works from all instrumental and vocal genres will be studied from historical, theoretical, and social perspectives. The course will place a high degree of emphasis on listening.
  
  • MU 320 Brass Pedagogy


    Credit, one hour.
    A study of playing and teaching techniques for brass instruments.
  
  • MU 321 Woodwind Pedagogy


    Credit, one hour.
    A study of playing and teaching techniques for woodwind instruments.
  
  • MU 322 Percussion Pedagogy


    Credit, one hour.
    A study of playing and teaching techniques for percussion instruments.
  
  • MU 323 String Pedagogy


    Credit, one hour.
    A study of playing and teaching techniques for string and fretted instruments.
  
  • MU 324 Vocal Pedagogy


    Credit, two hours for the BM Voice major and Credit, one hour for all other majors. This course is two days per week regardless of credit hours.
    A study of the science of singing, skills and techniques acquired by the successful voice teacher.
  
  • MU 325 Elementary School Music Methods and Materials


    Credit, three hours.
    A course designed to provide the music student with the knowledge and skills required to present a unified course of study in the fundamental concepts of music to the elementary school child. Field experience hours required.
  
  • MU 326 Orchestration


    Credit, two hours.
    An introductory course in the study of the range, timbre, transposition, relative intensities and notation of all major instrument groups, including rhythm section; exercises in scoring culminating in a full orchestration. Prerequisite(s): MU 201 , MU 202  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MU 328 Piano Pedagogy Practicum


    Credit, two hours.
    Application of pedagogical principles and skills related to the keyboard. Practical experience in teaching keyboard skills with instructor supervision. 
  
  • MU 345 Diction and Song Literature III


    Credit, two hours.
    An introduction to the phonetics of German for singing. The course will survey solo vocal literature in German from the Renaissance to the present with an emphasis on style, interpretation and presentation of solo materials for all voice classifications. Prerequisite(s): MU 245 Diction and Song Literature I  
  
  • MU 346 Diction and Song Literature IV


    Credit, two hours.
    An introduction to the phonetics of French for singing. The course will survey solo vocal literature in French from the Renaissance to the present with an emphasis on style, interpretation and presentation of solo materials for all voice classifications. Prerequisite(s): MU 245 Diction and Song Literature I  
  
  • MU 371 Finale I


    Credit, two hours.
    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 students notate arrangements and compositions, from basic notes and rhythms to more advanced markings. Through hands-on lessons and workshops, students 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: WL 371 .
  
  • MU 372 Finale II


    Credit, two hours.
    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 music to produce clear, professional quality scores. Course includes creating and printing music with and without a MIDI keyboard. Cross-listed as: WL 372 .
  
  • MU 380 International Studies in Music


    Credit, three to six hours,
    International Studies in Music is designed to provide performance technique, and/or acting and dance performance training for Opera and Musical Theatre. The collaborative piano program provides opportunities to improve collaborative piano skills in vocal and instrumental music, diction, style and artistry. Class structure will include workshop and private instruction format. Students will be required to perform in scenes and scheduled recitals and events.
  
  • MU 405 Opera Literature


    Credit, two hours.
    A study of major operatic literature, its development, and operatic composers from its origins to the present.
  
  • MU 412 Christian Ethics and the Performing Arts


    Credit, three hours.
    An in-depth study of Christian ethics and its particular application to church music and the performing arts. Using contemporary case studies and student research, attention will be given to the history of ethics and to the processes of informed ethical decision-making for the musician/artist serving in the church, engaged in the arts community, or employed in the entertainment industry. Cross-listed as: WL 412 . PY 412  may be substituted. (WI)
  
  • MU 424 Piano Pedagogy


    Credit, two hours.
    A survey of graded materials, an analysis of selected teaching materials for the private teacher of piano and the establishment and management of a private studio.
  
  • MU 425 Secondary School Music Methods and Materials


    Credit, three hours.
    A course designed to assist the student in developing skill in creating cumulative musical learning and in gaining experience in the domains of musical development in the secondary school. Field experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education required.
  
  • MU 426 Basic Conducting


    Credit, two hours.
    Fundamentals of conducting including standard patterns, gestures, cueing, dynamics, coordination of left and right hands and use of the baton.
  
  • MU 427 Choral Conducting


    Credit, two hours.
    Intermediate skills in choral conducting including score preparation, rehearsal techniques, performance practices and experience in conducting choral ensembles. Prerequisite(s): MU 426 .
  
  • MU 428 Instrumental Conducting


    Credit, two hours.
    Intermediate skills in instrumental conducting including score preparation, rehearsal techniques, performance practices and experience conducting instrumental ensembles; and rudimentary preparation for developing a marching band show. Prerequisite(s): MU 426 .
  
  • MU 433 Piano Literature I


    Credit, two hours.
    The study of piano literature from the Baroque period through the Classical period. 
  
  • MU 434 Piano Literature II


    Credit, two hours.
    The study of piano literature from the Romantic period to the present.  Prerequisite(s): MU 433  
  
  • MU 487 Special Topics in Composition


    Credit, two hours.
    Focus on the art and technique of music composition through study of specific musical periods, forms, composers, styles, and genres. 
  
  • MU 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    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.
  
  • MU 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    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.
  
  • MU 501 Music Theory


    Credit, three hours.
    Advanced analytical techniques in Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th-21st Century musical styles.  Graduate students would be required to take one class depending on their need. 
 

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