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MATH 271 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 172 .
Extends the concepts of the limit, differentiation, and integration to vector-valued functions and to functions of several variables. This includes partial differentiation, iterated integrals, volume and surface area of three-dimensional regions, and optimization of functions or several variables.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both MATH 271 and MATH 252 .
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MATH 280 - Problem Solving Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 172 and MATH 260 .
Problem solving requiring techniques from precalculus, geometry, first-year calculus, elementary linear algebra, and basic statistics.
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MATH 285 - Topics in Mathematics Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Special topics in mathematics that are accessible to non-mathematics majors, as student and faculty interest demands. Syllabus is available each time the class is offered. Interested students should contact the department chairperson or the course instructor before registering.
Note(s): May be taken more than once for credit with a different topic.
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MATH 300 - Mathematical Foundations Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 172 and MATH 260 .
A first course in the foundations of modern mathematics. The topics covered include sentential calculus, set theory, the number system, induction and recursion, functions and relations, and computation. The methods of proof and problem solving needed for upper-division coursework and the axiomatic basis of modern mathematics are emphasized throughout the course.
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MATH 321 - History of Mathematics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 169 or MATH 171 or permission of instructor.
This course will focus on the pursuit of mathematics as a human endeavor, illustrating how mathematics has developed over the past 5000 years including the contributions of diverse cultures. This course will cover not only the evolution and historical perspective of the development of mathematics, but will include a study of the mathematics itself.
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MATH 325 - Special Methods- Secondary Mathematics Education Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: STAT 301 and MATH 172 .
A special methods course in the teaching of mathematics at the secondary level. Will not satisfy requirements for a major in mathematics except for those in the Bachelor of Science degree program pursuing certification to teach. Special emphasis will be placed on the role of technology in teaching, problem solving, and representation of mathematics concepts.
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MATH 335 - Foundations of Geometry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 235 or permission of instructor.
The course presents a formal axiomatic development of Euclidean geometry with an emphasis on valid arguments. Development of spatial visualization and geometric modeling to explore and analyze geometric shapes, structures, and their properties from both formal and informal perspectives is an important part of the course. The content is presented as a sequence of theorems, each rigorously proven using axioms and earlier theorems. The goal is to develop students’ deeper understanding of geometric content and their ability to think critically. Some attention is also given to non-Euclidean geometry.
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MATH 346 - Differential Equations Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 260 and a grade of “C” or better in MATH 172 .
A study of techniques for solving differential equations, including first and second order equations and linear systems of equations; Laplace transform and numerical methods. Applications in the sciences will be considered.
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MATH 398 - Mathematics Education Research Seminar I Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and STAT 200 or STAT 301 , or permission of the instructor.
Designed to engage mathematics majors in mathematics education research. The focus is on the literature review, which requires students to identify an area of study within mathematics education, to articulate their research purpose and create a research question. The literature review paper will be the capstone project in this course.
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MATH 399 - Mathematics Education Research Seminar II Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 398 or permission of the instructor.
Designed to further develop the mathematics majors as mathematics education researchers. The attention is placed on developing the prospectus for a study, in which the data collection phase can start in the latter part of the semester or during the summer.
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MATH 412 - Theory of Numbers Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 300 .
Study of divisibility, primes, congruences, Diophantine equations and quadratic residues.
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MATH 423 - Concepts of Abstract Algebra Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 300 .
A study of the structure of algebraic systems.
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MATH 428 - Complex Variables Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 271 .
A study of elementary functions with complex domain and techniques of differentiation and integration of complex functions, including the Cauchy Riemann equations, line integrals and Cauchy’s Integral Formula.
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MATH 430 - Advanced Calculus I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 271 and MATH 300 .
A systematic modern approach to the differential and integral calculus of functions of one and several variables, including standard theorems and analytical techniques of mathematical analysis.
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MATH 431 - Advanced Calculus II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 430 .
A systematic modern approach to the differential and integral calculus of functions of one and several variables, including standard theorems and analytical techniques of mathematical analysis.
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MATH 434 - Numerical Analysis I Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 271 , MATH 260 ; and ITEC 109 or ITEC 120 ; or permission of instructor.
Introduction to scientific programming, numerical solutions nonlinear equations and problems from linear algebra, interpolation, numerical integration, and numerical methods for differential equations.
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MATH 435 - Numerical Analysis II Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 434 .
Pre- or Corequisites: MATH 346 .
Introduction to scientific programming, numerical solutions nonlinear equations and problems from linear algebra, interpolation, numerical integration, and numerical methods for differential equations.
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MATH 441 - Topology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 300 .
An introduction to point-set topology, with emphasis on the study of functions and the real line.
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MATH 460 - Linear Algebra Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 172 and MATH 260 .
A study of the arithmetic, algebra and properties of vectors and matrices with applications to a variety of mathematical problems. Topics covered include Euclidean vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, abstract vector spaces, linear transformations, change of basis and matrix normal forms. Applications these properties and techniques are applied to most or all of the following areas: stochastic processes, optimization, multi-variable calculus, and differential equations.
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MATH 480 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: Prerequisites depend on the selected topic.
Special topics in mathematics, as student and faculty interest demands; syllabus is available each time the course is offered. Interested students should contact the department chairperson and the course instructor before registering.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit with a different topic.
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MATH 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Major in mathematics and/or statistics, enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in mathematics and statistics, senior standing.
Topic to be explored determined by the student, the faculty member with whom the student works and the department. Topics may be chosen from the areas of analysis, algebra, topology or applied mathematics. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project. See “Honors College .”
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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MATH 499 - Internship in Mathematics Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; at least a 2.5 GPA overall, at least a 2.5 GPA in mathematics and permission of instructor.
Applications of theory learned in the classroom to real-world mathematical problems in a professional setting. Provides a platform for building teamwork skills and solving interdisciplinary problems.
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EDME 409 - Teaching Young Adolescent Learners Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and a minimum 2.5 GPA.
The purpose of this course is to help prospective middle level teachers develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of young adolescents’ characteristics and needs at this particular time of development. An important component of the course is learning how schools can be organized and classroom environments created to best serve all young adolescents in their diverse abilities and cultural backgrounds. The course will also address working with the families of young adolescents.
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EDME 410 - Philosophical Foundations of Middle Level Education Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and a minimum 2.5 GPA.
The goal of this course is to examine characteristics of exemplary Middle Schools to foster student success. We will explore the concepts of teaming, interdisciplinary programs, advisories, collaboration, community building and working with parents and communities.
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EDME 412 - Assessing Student Learning Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: 2.5 GPA and completion of Early Field Experience.
The purpose of this course is to engage the pre-service middle level teacher in studying and practicing a variety of formative and summative assessments.
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EDME 432 - Middle Level Teacher Assistant Program Credits: (6)
Instructional Method: Fifteen hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and a minimum 2.5 GPA.
This experience involves a placement with a middle level interdisciplinary team and the completion of 15 clinical hours weekly. Students also attend a one hour seminar each week to facilitate the integration of field experiences and course work. Students complete a minimum of 225 hours of field experience.
Note(s): A fee of $110 will be charged to students taking EDME 432.
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MSCI 111 - Introduction to Leadership, the Army, and Critical Thinking Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Introduces the student to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership and communication.
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MSCI 112 - Introduction to the Profession of Arms Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Introduces the student to the professional challenges and competencies that are needed for effective execution of the profession of arms and Army communication.
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MSCI 211 - Leadership and Decision Making Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hour lecture; two hours laboratory; three to five hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 111 and MSCI 112 or department chairperson’s permission.
An academically challenging course where students will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officer-ship, Army Values, Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level
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MSCI 212 - Army Doctrine and Team Development Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hour lectures; two hours laboratory; three to five hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 211 or department chair’s permission.
Introduces students to cross-cultural competencies and further develops their acceptance of the Army Values, Teamwork, and Warrior Ethos. Students will discuss and conduct team building and team development.
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MSCI 311 - Training Management and Warfighting Functions Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 212 or placement credit as determined by the Professor of Military Science for qualified veterans of military service. Department chair authorization is also required.
Includes introduction to planning and leading military training using the Army troop leading procedures. Students are introduced to the six Army Warfighting Functions and how they work together to accomplish the commander’s intent in Army operations.
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MSCI 312 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 212 or placement credit as determined by the Professor Military Science. Department chair authorization is also required.
The student will apply critical thinking skills, leadership attributes and competencies, and the Army troop leading procedures to lead small unit operations.
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MSCI 395 - United States Army Cadet Command (USACC) Military History Course Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ENGL 112 .
Meets the US Army Cadet Command military history course requirement for commissioning. This course analyzes the evolution of American warfare from its colonial origins to its current conflicts. Students will analyze the relationship of the military to American society and the importance of military history to the professional officer. This course is reading intensive.
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MSCI 411 - The Army Officer Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 312 and department chair approval.
The student will learn to plan, develop, and supervise military training events. The student will also demonstrate an understanding of the Army staff processes, Army commander’s programs, and the theory and practice of mission command.
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MSCI 412 - Company Grade Leadership Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 411 and department chair approval.
Students will explore the dynamics of company grade leadership in complex situations of current military operations. The student will further develop their understanding of mission command, the Army organization, and Army command programs.
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MSCI 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: MSCI 212 and approval from the senior Military Science Instructor (RU Army ROTC OIC).
The student will evaluate one or more areas of applied military leadership. Specific topics may include the theory and application of mission command, the theory and application of the Army Leadership Requirements Model, or another topic approved by the instructor.
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MUSC 100 - Introduction to Music Literature Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Examination of music literature of all periods; emphasis on standard concert repertory. Development of essential listening skills and understanding of music of other cultures. Required of all music majors and open to students in other curricula.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Visual and Performing Arts.
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MUSC 101 - Recital Attendance Credits: (0)
Prerequisites: Music major.
The development of discerning listening skills is required for music majors and music minors. This course is a co-requisite of applied music courses and is repeatable. Students must attend all departmental recitals (TTH 11:00 in Davis Performance Hall) and 6 evening performances in which they are not a performer.
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MUSC 102 - Fundamentals of Music Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Music major (MUS or PMUS) or permission of instructor.
Principles and practice in the field of music therapy. Required of all music therapy majors and open to students in other curricula with permission of instructor.
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MUSC 104 - Survey of the Music Industry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An overview of the many diverse fields and career opportunities within the Arts and Entertainment industries is covered with an emphasis on music industry related fields. A survey of career options and the study of functions and interconnections of the various components of the music industry is included, as well as approaching the music industry with an entrepreneurial mindset.
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MUSC 109 - Basics of Singing Credits: (2)
Basics of Singing is an online course designed for the non-music major and the singing novice. This course covers basics such as how to read a music score, learning how the body works as an instrument, how to warm-up and learn a song as well as breathing, breath support and physiology of the voice.
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MUSC 111 - Theory I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Fundamentals of music and the principles of vertical and linear organization through analysis and exercises in part-writing.
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MUSC 112 - Theory II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 111 with a grade of “C” or better.
Fundamentals of music and the principles of vertical and linear organization through analysis and exercises in part-writing.
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MUSC 114 - Ear Training and Sight Singing I Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Development of aural skills through exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading and music dictation.
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MUSC 115 - Ear Training and Sight Singing II Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 114 with a grade of “C” or better.
Development of aural skills through exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading and music dictation.
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MUSC 116 - Introduction to Voice and Diction I Credits: (2)
The first class in a two-semester sequence. In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn principles that are the foundational to success in a music degree. This class will provide major students with a two-fold practical application of how to learn music for the purpose of performance, how to use the International Phonetic Alphabet, how to sing in a foreign language, how to read a score, how to practice and how to prepare for end of semester juries.
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MUSC 117 - Technology in the Music Classroom Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: Declared concentration in Music Education.
In order to successfully integrate technology into their teaching, music education majors will develop critical and applicable awareness of instructional and music technologies. Prospective music teachers will be introduced to techniques and methods through modeling and direct hands on experience in a wide array of technologies. Along the way, students will develop basic skills for identifying and applying technologies appropriate to K-12 music classrooms and programs.
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MUSC 118 - Introduction to Voice and Diction II Credits: (2)
Prerequisites: MUSC 116 .
The second class in a two-semester sequence, this course will build upon the skills taught in Intro to Voice and Diction I. This class is designed to give vocal students a solid introductory course for both retention purposes and to give freshmen a clear understanding of expectations over their four-year career as a music major.
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MUSC 120 - Introduction to Music Education Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture/laboratory.
Introduces the profession of music education to prospective school music teachers, including historical, philosophical and sociological foundations and legal issues affecting students and teachers. Students engage in critical thinking about the music teaching profession and examine themselves as potential music teachers.
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MUSC 121 - The Art of Music Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to elements of music. Study of important forms, styles and media of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th century music.
Note(s): For non-music majors. This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Visual and Performing Arts.
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MUSC 123 - The Art of Jazz Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Study of the basic elements and history of jazz music through lectures and listening.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Visual and Performing Arts.
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MUSC 127 - Introduction to Computer Music Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Music major.
Introduction to current digital technologies used in the creation, manipulation, and distribution of sound and music using MIDI hardware and software applications. Develops skills that are essential for the production and distribution of music using digital technologies through project- based assignments and examinations.
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MUSC 128 - Computer Music Techniques Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 127 .
Exploration of sound synthesis, digital sampling and computer-based sound editing techniques. Access to resources in the Center for Music Technology. Recital of student works given at the end of the spring semester.
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MUSC 129 - Pro Tools and Music Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 104 , Music major, or permission of instructor.
A study of concepts and production techniques used with Pro Tools recording software; topics include industry-standard session organization, critical listening, understanding and using effects processors and plug-ins, midi and sound editing, and modern music production.
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MUSC 134 - Jazz Combo Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
Performance of standard jazz literature in a small group setting. Emphasis on improvisation, development and building of a repertory of jazz tunes for performance. Presents programs throughout the year on and off campus. Open to all students by audition each semester.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 143 - Diction for Singers Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Corequisites: Applied Voice.
English, Italian, French, German and Latin diction for singers, including an overview of basic grammar and vocabulary.
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MUSC 144 - Diction for Singers Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Corequisites: Applied Voice.
English, Italian, French, German and Latin diction for singers, including an overview of basic grammar and vocabulary.
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MUSC 146 - Songwriting 1: Introduction to Songwriting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An introductory study of song forms, melodies, harmonies, and lyrics and their application to pop, rock, hip-hop, country and other trends in commercial music, as well as composition of songs in commercial music styles.
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MUSC 151 - Chamber Orchestra Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Emphasis on major works of chamber orchestra literature.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit. Open to qualified students.
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MUSC 152 - Pianist as Collaborator I Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lab.
Prerequisites: Music major and instructor permission.
This course is a two-semester sequence (1 credit each semester) designed to introduce collaborative concepts to first year piano majors and develop basic skills involved in vocal and instrumental collaboration at the keyboard, including: proper balance of the various components within a musical texture, matching articulations, breathing, voicing, pedaling, rehearsal and preparation techniques, development of sight reading and listening skills, and general collaborative experience.
This course will prepare and support piano majors for subsequent participation in major ensembles, vocal and instrumental studio lessons, music department performances, and a wide variety of collaborative capacities.
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MUSC 153 - Pianist as Collaborator II Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lab.
Prerequisites: MUSC 152 or instructor permission.
Note(s): This course is a two-semester sequence (1 credit each semester) designed to introduce collaborative concepts to first year piano majors and develop basic skills involved in vocal and instrumental collaboration at the keyboard, including: proper balance of the various components within a musical texture, matching articulations, breathing, voicing, pedaling, rehearsal and preparation techniques, development of sight reading and listening skills, and general collaborative experience.
This course will prepare and support piano majors for subsequent participation in major ensembles, vocal and instrumental studio lessons, music department performances, and a wide variety of collaborative capacities.
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MUSC 154 - Professional Foundations I Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture
Prerequisites: Music therapy major or permission of instructor.
This lecture-based course will introduce incoming music therapy majors to the profession of music therapy, focusing on an overarching understanding of the profession with opportunities to define music therapy through an introduction to writing in the discipline. Students will have the opportunity to observe upper level students in their music therapy clinical practicum placements and to begin developing clinical musicianship skills in piano, voice, guitar and percussion.
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MUSC 155 - Professional Foundations II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture
Prerequisites: MUSC 154 , a declared major of music therapy, or permission of instructor.
This lecture-based course is a continuation of Professional Foundations I and will serve to deepen students’ knowledge of the professional requirements and dispositions of an ethical and competent music therapist. The course will focus on music- and non-music-based assessment, treatment planning, and evaluation of client progress, writing clinical goals and objectives, an introduction to music therapy research and an introduction to research writing/thinking in the discipline. Students will have the opportunity to observe upper level students in their music therapy clinical practicum placements and continue to develop clinical musicianship skills on piano, voice, guitar, and percussion.
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MUSC 158 - Guitar I for Music Therapy Students Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music Therapy major or permission of instructor.
Beginning through intermediate guitar techniques intended for students in the music therapy program.
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MUSC 160 - Beginning Class Piano Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Audition/Interview.
Keyboard skills at an introductory level are offered for non-keyboard music majors, minors, and non-music majors who have had limited experience. The course includes sight reading, analysis, memorization and performance of music; harmonization and transportation of melodic lines; playing “by ear” and other creative activities, including improvisation.
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MUSC 161 - First Year Class Piano Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music major or minor; (MUSC 161) Audition and music reading ability.
Keyboard skills at the first and second basic levels is offered for non-keyboard music majors and minors. This course includes sight reading, analysis, memorization and performance of music; technical skills to develop a “feel” for the topography of the keyboard: harmonization and transposition of melodic lines; playing by “ear” and other creative activities, including composition and improvisation.
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MUSC 162 - First Year Class Piano Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: (MUSC 161 ) Audition and music reading ability and (MUSC 162) Completion of MUSC 161 with grade of “C” or better.
Keyboard skills at the first and second basic levels is offered for non-keyboard music majors and minors. This course includes sight reading, analysis, memorization and performance of music; technical skills to develop a “feel” for the topography of the keyboard: harmonization and transposition of melodic lines; playing by “ear” and other creative activities, including composition and improvisation.
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MUSC 163 - Introduction to Integral Thinking Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture
Prerequisites: Music Therapy major or permission of instructor.
Pre- or Corequisites: MUSC 154 and MUSC 155 .
Provides students with an introduction to integral thinking, which is an all-encompassing orientation to conceptualizing and addressing the diverse needs of clients. Students will be provided with an introduction to outcome-oriented thinking, context-oriented thinking, and experience-oriented thinking in music therapy.
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MUSC 164 - Clinical Musicianship I: Voice Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music Therapy major or permission of instructor
Laboratory class that is the first course in a 4-semester sequence designed to develop professional requirements for functional musicianship. The content will introduce and emphasize vocal skills and techniques as well as the development of a vocal approach for use in a clinical music therapy setting. Students will have multiple opportunities to learn about vocal health and safety, clinical repertoire for clients across the developmental continuum, and the use of the voice in a clinical setting.
Note(s): This course is repeatable if needed in order to support the varied timelines of each student’s vocal development.
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MUSC 166 - Field Study I Credits: (1)
Prerequisites: MUSC 154 , MUSC 155 , MUSC 161 and MUSC 162 , Music Therapy major, permission of instructor.
This practicum course will be conducted in a variety of settings, both on and off campus, to prepare students for clinical practice with a variety of clients using music therapy techniques. This goal will be met through directly-supervised clinical experiences and supervision from a professional music therapist. Students will be required to obtain a total of 12, on-site clinical hours each semester between field studies I, II, and III.
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MUSC 168 - Clinical Musicianship II: Guitar Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music Therapy major or permission of instructor
Laboratory class that is the second course in a 4-semester sequence designed to develop professional requirements for functional musicianship. The content will introduce and emphasize guitar skills and techniques as well as the development of functional guitar playing for use in a clinical music therapy setting. Students will have multiple opportunities to learn about playing guitar in a safe and effective manner, clinical repertoire for clients across the developmental continuum, and the use of the guitar in a clinical setting.
Note(s): This course is repeatable in order to support the varied timelines of each student’s vocal development.
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MUSC 169 - Applied Music Credits: (1-2)
Instructional Method: One-half or one-hour private lesson.
Corequisites: MUSC 101
Note(s): May be taken again for credit. Hours earned may not be counted toward either the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, or Bachelor of Science major.
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MUSC 170 - Applied Music Credits: (1-2)
Instructional Method: One-half or one-hour private lesson.
Corequisites: MUSC 101
Note(s): May be taken again for credit. Hours earned may not be counted toward either the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, or Bachelor of Science major.
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MUSC 171 - First Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One-half hour (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Satisfactory entrance audition.
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MUSC 172 - First Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One-half hour (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 171 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MUSC 174 - Field Study II Credits: (1)
Prerequisites: MUSC 154 , MUSC 155 , MUSC 161 , and MUSC 162 , music therapy major, permission of instructor.
This practicum course will be conducted in a variety of settings, both on and off campus, to prepare students for clinical practice with a variety of clients using music therapy techniques. This goal will be met through directly-supervised clinical experiences and supervision from a professional music therapist. Students will be required to obtain a total of 12, on-site clinical hours each semester between field studies I, II, and III.
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MUSC 184 - Outcome-oriented Thinking in Music Therapy Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 163 , a declared major of Music Therapy, or permission of instructor
Provides students with an in-depth understanding of outcome-oriented thinking in music therapy, which will focus on using music therapy to elicit a specific response from clients. Various populations and methods will be approached from a data-driven lens. Students will be provided with opportunities to think critically about when to use outcome-oriented thinking in music therapy. They will learn skills and techniques within this means of working with clients.
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MUSC 186 - Field Study III Credits: (1)
Prerequisites: MUSC 154 , MUSC 155 , MUSC 161 and MUSC 162 , music therapy major, permission of instructor.
This practicum course will be conducted in a variety of settings, both on and off campus, to prepare students for clinical practice with a variety of clients using music therapy techniques. This goal will be met through directly-supervised clinical experiences and supervision from a professional music therapist. Students will be required to obtain a total of 12, on-site clinical hours each semester between field studies I, II, and III.
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MUSC 201 - Research Writing in Music Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Music therapy major or permission of instructor.
This lecture-based course will serve to cover the CORE 201 requirement for music therapy majors and will focus on essential writing skills and writing mechanics of research in the discipline. CORE 201 is intended to further develop students’ skills in critical thinking including how to recognize, analyze, and evaluate arguments in written and oral communication. This course is designed to further develop the skills outlined above through an understanding of research methods in music therapy. Students will engage with different types of research (qualitative, arts-based, mixed methods, quantitative), through critical evaluation of extant music therapy research, in order to design a small-scale study of their own interest to present at the conclusion of the semester. This course will serve to help students develop competency in information literacy and encourage the creation of their own persuasive arguments.
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MUSC 202 - Clinical Orientation to Music Therapy Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory; one-two hours observation/participation per week.
Prerequisites: MUSC 102 .
This organization and structured experience in a clinical setting involves observation and participation in a clinical setting under the supervision of a board certified music therapist.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 203 - Research Ethics in Music Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Music therapy major or permission of instructor.
This lecture-based course will serve to cover the CORE 202 requirement for music therapy majors and will focus on ethics in music therapy. Students will learn Dileo’s 12 steps of ethical decision making, the intricacies of ethical behavior and how that behavior is outlined by the American Music Therapy Association and the Certification-Board for Music Therapists. Students will apply ethical standards to clinical practice and research writing in the discipline to solve real-world ethical issues that arise in all aspects of professional work.
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MUSC 206 - Clinical Musicianship III: Piano Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 161 & MUSC 162 (2-semesters of piano), Music Therapy major, permission of instructor
Laboratory class that is the third course in a 4-semester sequence designed to develop professional requirements for functional musicianship. The content will introduce and emphasize piano skills and techniques as well as the development of functional piano playing for use in a clinical music therapy setting. Students will have multiple opportunities to learn about playing piano in a safe and effective manner, clinical repertoire for clients across the developmental continuum, and the use of the piano in a clinical setting.
Note(s): This course is repeatable in order to support the varied timelines of each student’s vocal development.
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MUSC 210 - Clinical Musicianship IV: Percussion Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music Therapy major, permission of instructor
Laboratory class that is the fourth course in a 4-semester sequence designed to develop professional requirements for functional musicianship. The content will introduce and emphasize percussion skills and techniques as well as the development of functional percussion playing for use in a clinical music therapy setting. Students will have multiple opportunities to learn about playing percussion in a safe and effective manner, clinical repertoire for clients across the developmental continuum, and the use of percussion in a clinical setting.
Note(s): This course is repeatable in order to support the varied timelines of each student’s vocal development.
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MUSC 211 - Theory III Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 112 with a grade of “C” or better.
Shaping features of texture, timbre, rhythm and tonal motion at various levels. Dissolution of tonality from late chromatic harmony through the emergence of 20th century techniques, including Impressionism, set theory, 12-tone technique, experimentation and neo-Impressionism.
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MUSC 212 - Theory IV Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 211 with a grade of “C” or better.
Shaping features of texture, timbre, rhythm and tonal motion at various levels. Dissolution of tonality from late chromatic harmony through the emergence of 20th century techniques, including Impressionism, set theory, 12-tone technique, experimentation and neo-Impressionism.
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MUSC 214 - Training and Sight Singing III Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two laboratory hours.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 115 with a grade of “C” or better.
Continuation of First Year Ear Training and Sight Singing.
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MUSC 215 - Training and Sight Singing IV Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two laboratory hours.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 214 with a grade of “C” or better.
Continuation of First Year Ear Training and Sight Singing.
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MUSC 216 - Keyboard Harmony Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Level 1 proficiency in keyboard.
Practical application of harmonization, improvisation, score reading and figured bass realization.
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MUSC 217 - Keyboard Harmony Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Level 1 proficiency in keyboard.
Practical application of harmonization, improvisation, score reading and figured bass realization.
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MUSC 218 - Jazz Piano Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Level 1 proficiency in keyboard.
Development of piano skills necessary to perform jazz as a solo musician or within an ensemble setting. Emphasis on comping (jazz style accompanying) and solo improvisation with practical applications toward performance.
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MUSC 219 - Jazz Improvisation II Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 162 with grades of “C” or higher.
Advanced study of Jazz improvisation and performance practices for instrumentalists through direct listening, theoretical analysis, transcription, and performance.
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MUSC 222 - Context-oriented Thinking in Music Therapy Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 163 , a declared major of Music Therapy, or permission of instructor.
Provides students with an in-depth understanding of context-oriented thinking in music therapy, which will focus on using music therapy to empower clients, to address social justice issues and to engage the client’s community. Various populations and methods will be approached from an ecological orientation. Students will be provided with opportunities to think critically about when to use context-oriented thinking in music therapy. They will learn skills and techniques within this means of working with clients.
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MUSC 226 - Experience-oriented Thinking in Music Therapy Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 163 , a declared major of Music Therapy, or permission of instructor.
Provides students with an in-depth understanding of experience-oriented thinking in music therapy, which will focus on using music therapy to explore various experiences of being in music therapy. Various populations and methods will be approached from a reflexive process. Students will be provided with opportunities to think critically about when to use experience-oriented thinking in music therapy. They will learn skills and techniques within this means of working with clients.
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MUSC 227 - Computer Music Applications Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 110 .
Practical approaches to problems and solutions related to the use of computers in music education, composition, performance, commercial recording and activities where the digital representation of sound is important. Focus on application development.
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MUSC 228 - Music in Podcasting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Survey and critical evaluation of music in podcasting as an art form, including the design and production of original material appropriate for Internet distribution. Considers use of music and text to express ideas and concepts which have relevance to personal, cultural, and social contexts. Analysis of formal structures appropriate to the medium.
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MUSC 230 - Advanced Pro Tools and Music Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 129 .
Offers students an opportunity to obtain advanced skills to function more efficiently and professionally within the Pro Tools software environment and to learn and apply music production techniques and philosophies, establishing a stronger foundation and enabling them to work on advanced production projects.
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MUSC 246 - Songwriting 2: Advanced Songwriting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 146 .
An advanced study of song forms, melodies, harmonies, and lyrics and their application to pop, rock, hip-hop, country and other trends in commercial music, as well as composition of songs in commercial music styles.
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MUSC 257 - Singing for the Stage Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours.
Fundamental instruction in vocal technique, music literacy, and preparation of audition repertoire through computer-assisted programs, group tutorials, and class performance.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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