2016-2017 Academic Catalog 
    
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2016-2017 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

KEY TO COURSE NUMBERS

Courses numbered 001 - 099 represent remedial work and carry no credit toward a degree or credential.  Generally these courses are developmental, remedial, or pre-college in content.

Courses numbered 100 to 299 are designed for freshmen and sophomores but are available to other students.

Coursed numbered exactly 300EX designate experimental courses.  Such courses are not listed in the Catalog since they arise out of special needs and are offered a limited number of times.  The subject area will indicate the discipline to which this experimental course pertains.

Courses numbered exactly 400EX designate experimental courses. Such courses are not listed in the Catalog since they arise out of special needs and are offered a limited number of times. The subject area will indicate the discipline to which this experimental course pertains (ACCT, BMGT, MGMT, etc).

Courses numbered 301 to 499 are designed primarily for juniors and seniors but are available to qualified sophomores and freshmen if all prerequisites have been met.

Courses numbered exactly 600EX designate graduate experimental courses.  Such courses are not listed in the Catalog since they arise out of special needs and are offered a limited number of times.  The subject area will indicate the discipline to which this experimental course pertains (ACCT, BSAD, MIS, etc.).

Courses numbered 500 to 699 are designate graduate-level offerings. Such courses are open to undergraduates by special arrangements only.

The number following the course title indicates the semester hours of credit and in most cases the number of class meetings per week.
 
  

  • MIS 530 - Systems Analysis and Design

    3 credit hours
    This course includes theoretical and practical approaches to systems analysis.  Students will develop a systems analysis frame of mind including critical thinking skills to solve a variety of technology issues.  The individual student will benefit from assignments which explore the System Development Life Cycle as it relates to traditional & object oriented designs.  Emphasis will be placed on fundamental analysis and design principles, models, tools/techniques and life cycle governance.  A foundation in information systems technology is recommended, but not required to achieve success in the course.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
  

  • MIS 535 - Network Security

    3 credit hours
    Network security covers a broad area, including the security of devices that comprise the network infrastructure, the security of the traffic sent over that infrastructure, the hosts (clients and servers) attached to the infrastructure, applications that utilize the network, the user community, and the policies that govern usage of that network.  This course covers principles and practices of network security by using the first four layers of the OSI protocol stack (physical, link, network, and transport) to examine how devices and protocol at each layer provide “defense in depth” by both securing communications traffic and by preventing unauthorized access to the various network segments interconnected by these devices.  The course explores elements of network security architecture and design patterns are used to understand how these elements can be combined into an integrated design that effectively supports the security policies of the enterprise.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 550 - Data Communications and Networking

    3 credit hours
    This course explores both the hardware and software concepts relevant to current communications and networking technology and addresses the strategic importance of communications and networking in the current business environment. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of network technologies and the way these technologies can be integrated to support the strategic IT mission of businesses.  Special attention is paid to network topology, internetworking, TCP/IP, switching, and routing.  Topics also covered include wired and wireless network technologies, quality-of-service, network security, next generation networking technologies and opportunities that virtual computing service provision models provide.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 565 - Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems

    3 credit hours
    This course is designed to examine a set of information systems which specifically support managerial decision makers: Decision Support Systems, Group Decision Support Systems, Executive Information Systems, Data Warehouses, Expert Systems, and Neural Networks.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
  

  • MIS 575 - IT Audit and Controls

    3 credit hours
    The focus of this course is on understanding information controls, the types of controls and their impact on the organization, and how to manage and audit them.  Students will learn the process of creating control structures with goals and objectives, audit an information technology infrastructure against it, and establish a systematic remediation procedure for any inadequacies.  The challenge of dealing with best practices, standards and the reporting requirements of governmental agencies in the design, implementation, and auditing of management controls are discussed.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 580 - Database Systems

    3 credit hours
    This course focuses around the core skills of identifying organizational information requirements, modeling them using conceptual data modeling techniques, converting the conceptual data model into relational data models and verifying its structural characteristics with normalization techniques, and implementing and utilizing a relational database using an industry-strength database management system.  Techniques for managing the design and development of database systems, to include fundamentals of database architecture and database applications are also covered.  One component of this course requires the student to plan, design, and implement a database design.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 585 - Computer Forensics I

    3 credit hours
    This course covers both the principles and practice of digital forensics.  Students will examine the societal and legal impact of computer activity including computer crime, intellectual property, privacy issues, and legal codes.  The use of forensic tools and techniques to uncover illegal or illicit activities left on disk and recovering files from intentionally damaged media will be examined.  Specific manifestations of cybercrime, including hacking, viruses, and other forms of malicious software are presented.  The methods and standards for extraction, preservation, and deposition of legal evidence in a court of law are described.  Computer forensics investigation techniques for collecting computer-related evidence at the physical layer from a variety of digital media (hard drives, compact flash, and Smart Phones) and performing analysis at the file system layer is presented. 
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
  

  • MIS 595 - Computer Forensics II

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MIS 585 with a grade of C or better
    This course builds on the principles and practices presented in the Computer Forensics I course.  Students will learn advanced concepts of computer forensics.  Students will continue to develop competencies in the forensic extraction of computer evidence at a logical level using a variety of operating systems and applications (i.e., Linux, Windows, e-mail) and learn techniques for recovering data from virtual memory, temporary internet files, and intentionally hidden files. 
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL
  

  • MIS 600 - Seminar in MIS

    3 credit hours
    This course provides the framework for the introduction and research of current and emerging technology topics. Topics are driven by the dynamic nature of the information industry.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
  

  • MIS 615 - Human Computer Interaction

    3 credit hours
    This course focuses on the issues relating to effective human-computer interaction (HCI); including multidisciplinary dynamics of HCI as a field of study, current and projected developments in HCI research, and usability engineering. Students will examine the human factors associated with information systems and gain an understanding of what influences usability and acceptance of information systems. Major topics include the basic elements, procedures, tools, and environments contributing to the development of successful interactive interfaces. Other topics include interface design principles, guidelines, and methodologies as applicable to the Information Systems discipline.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
  

  • MIS 625 - Project Management

    3 credit hours
    This course focuses on the concepts and methodologies of project management. This course assumes that project management in the modern organization is a complex team-based activity, where various types of technology are an inherent part of the project management process. Topics will include project analysis and selection, team development, project scheduling, budgeting, and evaluation. Students will use project management software to enhance the learning process.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 640 - Information Security and Policy Development

    3 credit hours
    This course is the study of information system security and privacy policy issues.  This course provides the foundation for understanding the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents, and designing a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features.  Areas emphasized include current issues, future directions, and research activities related to information security, risk management, and privacy policy topics.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 645 - Security Risk Management

    3 credit hours
    This course provides an exploration of how organizations manage risks to information technology assets.  Discussion includes the application of methodologies and models for managing such risks.  Topics also include recognition of security threats and vulnerabilities and the analysis of associated risks, and present a systematic approach for acquiring and analyzing information to support decision-making in the protection of assets and the allocation of security resources.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, BLD, ONL
  

  • MIS 650 - Security Architecture and Design

    3 credit hours
    This course introduces the fundamental components of security architecture.  Topics include computer organization; hardware, software and firmware components; open and distributed systems; and protection mechanisms.  Discussion also includes certification and accreditation; formal security models; and evaluation criteria.  Assigned projects include designing a model secure system.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, BLD, ONL
  

  • MIS 655 - Cyber Security

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MIS 640
    A study of cyber security that integrates knowledge gained through previous coursework and experience, and builds on that conceptual foundation through integrative analysis, practical application, and critical thinking.  Students will gain a thorough understanding of the organizational roles that perform cyber security work as well as the management of those roles.  Current and emerging issues in cyber security are considered.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 670 - Seminar in Information Security

    3 credit hours
    This course provides the framework for the introduction and research of current and emerging information security and security analytics topics.  Topics are driven by the dynamic nature of the information technology industry.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 690 - Special Project

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: All core and concentration courses, except those taken concurrent with MIS 690.
    Special Project is the final or capstone course for the MMIS and MSIS degree programs.  This project provides an opportunity for students to identify, analyze, research, and develop solutions for a complex problem within their chosen area of emphasis. Students are required to prepare a written report and presentation of their findings.  Report formats can include an augmentative research paper, research paper with applied project, research paper with data collection and analysis, OR research paper with internship.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD
  

  • MIS 692 - Internship in Information Systems

    1-3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: Student must have an offer of employment for an MIS-related job.
    Internship in Information Systems course provides students with opportunities to gain practical skills and experience in their chosen field of study.  In addition, this course offers students an opportunity to gain skills in communicating the results of current technology-related research as part of their education.

    This course is designed for those students who may be relatively new to the information systems discipline, and those international students seeking Curricular Practical Training (CPT) in accordance with Federal regulations.

    International students seeking this option must work with the Designated School Official (DSO) and the program director for approval.  Non-international students must work with the program director for approval.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, BLD, ONL
  

  • MRKT 210 - Principles of Marketing

    3 credit hours
    Introductory marketing course exploring the strategic management of marketing tools (product, pricing, distribution and promotion) to facilitate long-term relationships between the customer and the organization.
  

  • MRKT 410 - International Marketing

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 and BSAD 330 and Junior or Senior Standing or consent of instructor
    An upper-level course designed to integrate the management function with marketing principles introduced in basic marketing and expanded upon in other specialized marketing courses. Designed to reflect the trends toward a globalized economy and a market orientation, the course will also explore the relationship between domestic and international marketing activities.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA; HYB
  

  • MRKT 411 - Retail Marketing

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 and BSAD 330 or consent of instructor
    Principles and practices of retail management. Integration of functions of management, marketing and finance in a variety of retail formats to meet customer and organizational goals.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MRKT 412 - Sales

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 or consent of instructor
    Analysis of the techniques involved in personal, retail and general selling with the goal of developing long term relationships with customers. Objectives are to develop a knowledge of and an appreciation of sales as a part of organizational marketing.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MRKT 413 - Promotion and Public Relations

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 or consent of instructor.
    Fundamentals of planning, implementing and evaluating promotion; integration of promotional mix (advertising, sales promotion, personal selling and public relations) with other marketing elements to effectively communicate with customers.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MRKT 414 - Consumer Behavior

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 or consent of instructor.
    An integrated framework that presents theoretical concepts of consumer behavior and the application of this conceptual material to marketing strategies.
  

  • MRKT 415 - Services Marketing

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 or consent of the instructor
    This course explores the special challenges of marketing services and developing strong customer relationships through quality service.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MRKT 430 - Market Research

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210, MATH 270
    Introduction to the use of scientific method and research methodology, with particular attention given to the specific problems associated with conducting research in business and industry.  Basic research methodology (problem formulation, research design, collection and analysis of data, and interpretation of results) and completion of a research project involving some aspect of the major.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA; HYB
  

  • MRKT 491 - Special Problems in Marketing

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 201 and approval of instructor
    Designed to serve students exploring problems of special interest in area of marketing. 
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA; HYB
  

  • MRKT 493 - Marketing Internship I

    1 - 3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 and consent of instructor
    First faculty supervised, practical experience in the Marketing discipline.  Curriculum set by agreement between the DBIT and the organization of employment with the final decision residing in the DBIT.  A minimum of 40 hours of work during the period of Internship is required for each credit hour. Learning will be evaluated by organization’s supervisor ratings, submitted record of work accomplished, and reflective essays graded by the instructor of record. A maximum of 3 Internship Hours can be applied towards a degree in the DBIT.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MRKT 494 - Marketing Internship II

    1 - 3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MRKT 210 and consent of instructor
    Second and subsequent supervised, practical experience in the Marketing discipline.  Curriculum set by agreement between the DBIT and the organizations of employment with the final decision residing in the DBIT. A minimum of 40 hours of work during the period of internship is required for each credit hour.  Level of responsibility considered to be beyond MRKT 493.  Learning will be evaluated by organization’s supervisor ratings, submitted record of work accomplished, and reflective essays graded by the instructor of records. A maximum of 3 Internship Hours can be applied towards a degree in the DBIT. This course can be taken multiple times.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MRKT 571 - International Marketing

    3 credit hours
    Students are exposed to development of marketing concepts and processes to gain a competitive advantage in the global marketplace.  The course is designed around global markets, cross-cultural communications and decision making processes of selecting a marketing strategy with an emphasis on analysis, planning and implementation.  Marketing strategies are considered from global and traditional perspectives which help to prepare business leaders to meet the evolving challenges of international management, and to seize opportunities for business success in both mature and expanding markets.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL
  

  • MUSC 101 - Music Theory & Aural Skills 1

    4 credit hours
    A combined course in the technical aspects of music covering harmony, keyboard work, sight singing, analysis, dictation and ear training. A basic course for all students with an emphasis in music and is required for those with a minor concentration in this area.
    (Five class periods per week.)
  

  • MUSC 102 - Music Theory & Aural Skills 2

    4 credit hours
    A combined course in the technical aspects of music covering harmony, keyboard work, sight singing, analysis, dictation and ear training. A basic course for all students with an emphasis in music and is required for those with a minor concentration in this area.
    (Five class periods per week.)
  

  • MUSC 110 - Music Business Cornerstone

    1 credit hour
    This course will incorporate speakers with experience and practical advice in music business and production, music management, music contracts and music copyrights into class discussions.
  

  • MUSC 135 - Piano Class

    1 credit hour
    Piano Class is designed to give students the opportunity to become proficient on piano with scales, harmonization, transposition, sight reading, improvisation and simple accompanying. All music majors are required to take piano class. Most students will need to take 4 semesters to accomplish all of the piano proficiency.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 144 - Voice Class

    1 credit hour
    The Voice Class is designed to give students with little or no vocal instruction experience a chance to learn the basics of vocal technique and performance practice in a classroom setting. Students have the opportunity to practice application of these techniques through learning and performing 2-3 vocal selections during the semester. A text is required.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 175 - Concert Hour

    No credit
     

    Designed to expose the music major to a wide variety of presentations, encompassing and focusing upon the development of music performance skills and etiquette.   Experiencing “live” music as both a presenter and performer is included.  Each semester students are provided the opportunity to choose a minimum of 16 performances from a list of 40-50 options which they must attend or in which they participate.  A minimum of six (6) semesters of enrollment is required for the student majoring in music performance or music education and Bachelor of Arts in Music.  A minimum of three (3) semesters of enrollment is required for the student majoring in Music Business.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 180 - Instrumental Jazz Improvisation

    .5 credit hour
    Includes instruction in instrumental improvisation, i.e., improvising original melodies in various styles over given harmonic progressions in a consistent style, meter, and tonality; use materials and resources to illustrate and teach improvisation; and use criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of improvisations.
    Spring semester only
  

  • MUSC 181 - Vocal Jazz Improvisation

    .5 credit hour
    Includes instruction in instrumental improvisation, i.e., improvising original melodies in various styles over given harmonic progressions in a consistent style, meter, and tonality; use materials and resources to illustrate and teach improvisation; and use criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of improvisations.
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 184 - String Instrument Methods 1

    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of the violin, viola, violin-cello and double bass, together with methods of teaching and texts.
  

  • MUSC 185 - String Instrument Methods 2

    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of the violin, viola, violin-cello and double bass, together with methods of teaching and texts.
  

  • MUSC 186 - Brass/Percussion Instrument Methods 1

    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of brass and percussion instruments, together with methods of teaching, texts and technical problems.
  

  • MUSC 187 - Brass/Percussion Instrument Methods 2

    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of brass and percussion instruments, together with methods of teaching, texts and technical problems.
  

  • MUSC 188 - Woodwind Instrument Methods 1

    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of woodwind instruments, together with methods of teaching, texts and technical problems.
  

  • MUSC 189 - Woodwind Instrument Methods 2

    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of woodwind instruments, together with methods of teaching, texts and technical problems.
  

  • MUSC 201 - Music Theory 3

    2 credit hours
    Continuation of the theory portion of Music Theory & Aural Skills 2 (MUSC 102). Emphasis in technical aspects of music from the Classical Era to the Romantic Era.
    (Three class periods per week.)
    Offered fall only.
  

  • MUSC 202 - Music Theory 4

    2 credit hours
    Continuation of Music Theory 3. Emphasis in the technical aspects of Romantic Music to the present day.
    (Three class periods per week.)
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 203 - Aural Skills 3

    2 credit hours
    Continuation of the Aural Skills portion of Music Theory & Aural Skills 2 (MUSC 102). Emphasis in sight singing, dictation and harmonization of functional tonality (Dominant Tonic Relationship, Functional Chord progressions, use of Chromatic Material in Functional Harmony). Students must enroll in Aural Skills 3 (MUSC 203) and Theory 3 (MUSC 201) concurrently.
    Offered fall only.
  

  • MUSC 204 - Aural Skills 4

    2 credit hours
    Continuation of Aural Skills 3. Emphasis on sight singing, dictation and harmonization of functional tonality. (Dominant 7th chords, Secondary Dominant, Modulation, Chromatic alterations). Students must enroll in Aural Skills 4 (MUSC 204) and Theory 4 (MUSC 202) concurrently.
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 210 - Conducting 1 (Instrumental)

    2 hours
    Fundamentals of conducting and baton technique. Examination and study of instrumental scores, rehearsal technique, and conducting record performances and various musical groups.
    Offered fall only.
  

  • MUSC 220 - Conducting 2 (Choral)

    2 credit hours
    Continuation of fundamentals presented in Conducting 1 and emphasis on the techniques and procedures of choral conducting and interpretation.
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 230 - Keyboard Pedagogy (piano or organ)

    2 credit hours
    The study and practical application of the methods of teaching keyboard.
  

  • MUSC 235 - Instrumental Pedagogy

    2 credit hours
    The study and application of instrumental teaching techniques as they relate to specific percussion, string and wind instruments from solo and ensemble standpoints.
  

  • MUSC 240 - Vocal Pedagogy

    2 credit hours
    The study and practical application of vocal technique from a choral and solo standpoint. Students will participate in the teaching of vocal and choral technique and sound production.
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 250 - Marching Band Techniques

    1 credit hour
    The spectrum of marching band styles will be reviewed. Students will study the organization of marching bands. Much time will be given to writing halftime and competition shows, using both traditional and computerized charting techniques.
    Offered alternate years in fall.
  

  • MUSC 260 - Music Technology

    3 credit hours
    The study of technology associated with music both in an educational and professional setting. Course includes lecture on current topics in music technology and hands-on instruction in technologies such as computers and sound systems.
    (Meets Competency General Education Requirement.)
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 265 - Control of Performance Anxiety

    2 credit hours
    Learn to take positive control of nerves and emotions before and during a performance.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 301 - Music History and Literature 1

    3 credit hours
    A study of the development of music from ancient times through 1825, with study of musical literature of each period.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 302 - Music History and Literature 2

    3 credit hours
    A study of the development of music from 1825 through the mid-twentieth century, with study of musical literature of each period.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 305 - Jazz History/Literature

    2 credit hours
    This course will survey the development of jazz from its inception in the early twentieth-century to the contemporary, with a study of the significant artists, literature, and recordings in each sub-genre.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 310 - Diction for the Singer 1

    1credit hour
    Introduction of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), its symbols and related sounds. An overview of the spelling rules governing the pronunciation of the Latin, Italian and German languages. Students will prepare and perform vocal literature in the languages studied.
    Offered fall only.
  

  • MUSC 311 - Keyboard Literature (piano or organ)

    2 credit hours
    Techniques, musicianship and stylistic aspects of interpretation from pre-Bach to the present.
    Offered alternate years.
  

  • MUSC 312 - Vocal Literature

    2 credit hours
    Survey of early Italian arias, French chansons, German lieder, contemporary English songs and solo literature from major sacred and secular forms.
    Offered alternate years in fall.
  

  • MUSC 313 - Instrumental Literature

    2 credit hours
    A survey of the performance literature from Pre-Bach to the present that is appropriate for specific percussion, string and wind instruments, including techniques, musicianship and stylistic aspects of interpretation.
  

  • MUSC 315 - Jazz Theory

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MUSC 202 and MUSC 204
    Survey of the language of Jazz improvisation: scales, harmony, forms, styles, chord/scale relationships, analysis, and basic keyboard harmony.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 320 - Diction for the Singer 2

    1 credit hour
    Prerequisites: MUSC 310.
    Continuation of the IPA fundamentals presented in Diction 1. The initial emphasis will be the pronunciation and spelling rules of French and English with the same performance requirement as Diction 1. The second area of concentration will be a review and comparative study of all five languages.
    Offered spring only.
  

  • MUSC 330 - Analytical Techniques

    2 credit hours
    Study of motive, phrase, binary, ternary, rondo, variation, sonata-allegro forms, polyphonic devices and forms. Analysis of larger forms.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 335 - Leadership of Music in Worship

    3 credit hours
    A Study of the philosophical and practical dimensions of the leadership of music in worship. Attention will be placed upon the relationship of theology and practice, planning the corporate worship experience, and the administrative aspects of music ministry.
    Course Delivery Method: TRA
  

  • MUSC 336 - History of Music in Worship

    3 credit hours
    A study of history and literature of the church’s corporate song from the early church to the present day. Attention will be placed upon the diverse historic, cultural and stylistic bodies of congregational song and their role in formation and expression of faith.
    Course Delivery Method: TRA
  

  • MUSC 340 - Literature of the School Band and Orchestra

    1 credit hour
    Students will survey the standard band and orchestra music with special emphasis given to literature suitable for elementary and secondary school ensembles. This course will also be used to expose students to more advanced standard literature of wind and string ensembles.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    Offered alternate years in fall.
  

  • MUSC 345 - Live Sound and Recording

    3 credit hour
    Prerequisites: MUSC 260.
    An introduction to the recording studio presenting how sound is created, how acoustics affect sound, live sound equipment function, operation and selection, and basics of recording.
  

  • MUSC 350 - Musical Theatre Survey

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: sophomore standing or consent of instructor.
    This course presents a general survey, history and analysis of that great American phenomenon – the musical comedy, musical play, or simply, the musical – from “The Black Crook” through vaudeville to the present. The role of such dramatic/musical works in our culture has been evident and pervasive. The course will focus on the accomplishments, purposes and styles of the makers of this art form: the composers and lyricists, the performers, and the directors and choreographers.
  

  • MUSC 355 - Advanced Recording and Production

    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MUSC 345.
    More advanced knowledge of recording equipment, how to set up a recording studio, how to record and mix in multiple track using the computer.
  

  • MUSC 360 - Orchestration

    2 credit hours
    Scoring music for instrumental groups.
    Offered alternate years.
  

  • MUSC 365 - Choral Arranging

    2 credit hours
    Arranging music for various voice combinations. Offered alternate years.
  

  • MUSC 375 - Music Education in the Elementary School

    4 credit hours
    Prerequisites: Music Education Majors & Admission to Teacher Education, EDUC 310 with C or better.
    Organization and administration of music in elementary grades, methods and materials used in teaching music in relation to the children’s growth needs and interests, and their natural methods of learning.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 380 - Advanced Elementary School Music Techniques

    2 credit hours
    This course will be a continuation of the study of specific elementary music techniques that are introduced in Elementary Music Methods (Ed). Specific attention will be given to the Orff and Kodaly methodologies.
  

  • MUSC 415 - Music History and Literature 3

    3 credit hours
    A survey of non-western music along with a study of the musical developments in Western Europe and the Americas from 1950 to the present.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 420 - Jazz Pedagogy/Literature

    3 credit hours
    This course will utilize a ‘hands on” approach to equip students with the knowledge and ability to both teach jazz in a variety of settings, and perform jazz in professional settings.  They will learn rehearsal and teaching techniques and have the opportunities to advance their performing careers.  Internships will be planned and arranged on an individual basis with the instructor.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 421 - Jazz Arranging

    2 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MUSC 202 and MUSC 204
    This course will teach the student how to arrange music for standard big band and other standard jazz ensembles through understanding of harmony, melodic structure, form, texture, reharmonization, and instrumentation.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 440 - The Elementary School Internship

    4.5 credit hours
    Prerequisites: Admission to the professional semester and MUSC 375 and concurrent enrollment in EDUC 499 and MUSC 450
    Students preparing for elementary and secondary teaching in music education enroll in MUSC 440 and MUSC 450, with one-half term devoted to each, with supervision by cooperating teachers and college supervisors.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 445 - Secondary Music Teaching Methods

    4 credit hours
    Prerequisites: EDUC 235 and Admission to teacher education.
    Includes a cluster of outcomes to prepare students for secondary music teaching, i.e., history, philosophy and psychology of music learning; planning and delivery of classroom instruction; music program organization and management; national and state standards; curricular and assessment design; teaching materials; and professional and activity organizations and music student events. 

     
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 450 - The Secondary School Internship

    4.5 credit hours
    Prerequisites: Admission to the professional semester and MUSC 445 and concurrent enrollment in EDUC 499 and MUSC 440
    Students preparing for elementary and secondary teaching in music education enroll in MUSC 440 and MUSC 450, with one-half term devoted to each, with supervision by cooperating teachers and college supervisors.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
  

  • MUSC 460 - The Practice of Church Music

    3 credit hours
    The nature of music in worship; developing and administering the music program of the church; and techniques and repertory for the graded choir program.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    Offered alternate years.
  

  • MUSC 470 - Counterpoint

    2 credit hours
    Contrapuntal music with written work in the idiom.
    Offered alternate years.
  

  • MUSC 490 - Senior Seminar

    1 credit hour
    A capstone course for BA Music and BM Performance majors. The course focuses on repertoires, style and formal structure of music from the Middle Ages through the 20 century.
  

  • MUSC 491 - Special Problems

    1-3 credit hours
  

  • MUSC 493 - Music Business Internship

    3 credit hours
    Designed to give students practical experience in music-related fields such as arts administration, music business, or audio recording technology. Internships are individually arranged with the work supervisor and faculty advisor.
  

  • MUSP 115 - Brass Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 119 - Percussion Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 122 - Concert Jazz Ensemble*

    No credit or 1 credit hour
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
    (*Courses taken for “no credit” must be arranged with the Division Chair.)
  

  • MUSP 123 - University Band*

    No credit or 1 credit hour
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
    (*Courses taken for “no credit” must be arranged with the Division Chair.)
  

  • MUSP 126 - String Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 129 - Woodwind Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 133 - Orchestra*

    No credit or 1 credit hour
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
    (*Courses taken for “no credit” must be arranged with the Division Chair.)
  

  • MUSP 134 - Chamber Orchestra

    No credit or 1 credit hour
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum. 
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    Courses taken for “no credit” must be arranged with the Division Chair.
  

  • MUSP 136 - Piano Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 138 - Ensemble Accompanying

    1 credit hour
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 142 - Organ Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 145 - Voice Performance

    1 to 6 credit hours
    Music Performance and Ensembles — private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal and instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum.
  

  • MUSP 146 - Jazz Performance*

    1 - 6 variable credit hours
    Courses for Music Performance and Ensembles include-private lessons in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, wind, brass and percussion instruments as well as class lessons in piano or voice are available each semester. Consult with the music faculty regarding Music Performance. Credit may be earned through participation in operatic productions, vocal instrumental ensembles. Music majors must enroll in a large ensemble each semester of full-time enrollment. All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. Details outlined in the Music Department Handbook. All music education majors are required to take one hour of applied or class voice as a part of their applied music curriculum. *Courses taken for “no credit” must be arranged with the Division Chair.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
 

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