2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    May 11, 2024  
2017-2018 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.

 
  
  • MATH 270 - Statistics


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 111 with ‘C’ or better
    This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics and includes probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions (such as binomial, normal, t, and Chi-Square), confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, linear correlations, and regression.
    College: CBASE, CGPS
    (CP following the course number denotes that the course was taken from the College of Adult and Professional Studies)
  
  • MATH 280 - Biostatistics


    1 credit hour
    Prerequisites: BIOL 101 and MATH 270 with grades of C or higher
    This course will supplement the statistics course by examining statistical concepts used specifically in biology, environmental science, health sciences and zoo science. Students will be introduced to the use of computer-based statistical programs to analyze and present biological experimental data.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA, WEB, BLD, ONL
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 340 - Linear Algebra


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 201 or MATH 200 or consent of instructor.
    This course includes the study of vectors in the plane and space, systems of linear equations, the algebra of linear transformations, matrices, vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 350 - Differential Equations


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 203.
    An introduction to differential equations including the topics of first order differential equations, modeling, higher-order differential equations, linear differential equations, laplace transforms, and series methods.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 360 - Geometry


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 201 or consent of instructor.
    Topics in Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 370 - Mathematical Statistics


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 201 and 270 or consent of instructor.
    A calculus-based treatment of probability theory, including counting techniques, discrete and continuous probability distributions, and the Central Limit theorem followed by advanced topics in statistical inference, including estimation and hypothesis testing.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 401 - Modern Algebra


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 201 or consent of instructor.
    Basic topics in set theory and number systems followed by a study of rings, integral domains, fields and groups.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 411 - Advanced Calculus


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 203.
    Set theory, compact and connected sets, continuous mappings, uniform convergence, and differentiable mappings.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 415 - Discrete Mathematics


    4 credit hours
    Prerequisites: “C” or better in MATH 205
    This course develops competency in working with discrete structures that are backbones of computer science.  In particular, this class teaches set theory, logic and proofs, relations and functions, sequences and series, algorithms and theory of computation, number theory, induction and recursion, counting and discrete probability, and graph theory (including trees).
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA, BLD, WEB, ONL, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MATH 420 - Linear Algebra


    4 credit hours
    Prerequisites: “C” or better in MATH 206 or equivalent (multivariable Calculus is recommended).
    This course focuses on multidimensional vector and matrix methods for studying systems of linear equations and linear operators.  Some of the main topics include matrix operations, Gaussian eliminations, vector spaces, determinants and conditioning, LU and singular-value decomposition, linear transformations, orthogonality, the Gram-Schmidt process, inner products, eigenvalue problems, existence and uniqueness, applications to differential equations, numerical methods, convergence, and integrative processes (Markov, Krylov, subspaces stochastic, fixed point, etc.).
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA, BLD, WEB, ONL, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MATH 445 - History of Mathematics


    1 credit hour
    Prerequisites: MATH 202.
    Historical study of mathematics from prehistoric times to the present with emphasis on applications of mathematics to society.
    (Limited to secondary Math Education majors.)
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 450 - Numerical Methods


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MATH 202.
    Solution of linear and nonlinear equations, approximation of functions, numerical integration and differentiation, and introduction to the analysis of convergence and errors.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MATH 490 - Math Seminar


    1 credit hour
    Prerequisites: Senior Standing
    This course serves as a senior capstone for students in the Mathematics major. Seminar topics include developing professional skills, contemporary topics in mathematical research, applying to graduate school, applying for jobs, and applying mathematical techniques.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MGMT 370 - Business Research


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: One college level mathematics course - College Algebra recommended.
    A course aimed at business managers responsible for implementing needs-based decisions amidst political and social business contexts.  Focus is on the use of needs assessments, statistical techniques, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, methods for assigning priorities, and translating needs assessment results into action plans suitable to the management of business in a wide variety of industries.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA, WEB, ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 521 - Research Methods


    1 credit hour
    An introduction to applied research methodologies. The use of analytical tools for data analysis, literature searches, survey development, and the application of APA documentation style will result in a formal written proposal, which may serve as the basis for each student’s Final Project in Global Leadership and Management.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 523 - Research Methods


    3 credit hours
    An introduction to applied research methodologies. The use of analytical tools for data analysis, literature searches, survey development, and the application of APA documentation style will result in a formal written proposal which may serve as the basis for each student’s Final Project in Leadership and Management.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 531 - Regional Business Environments


    3 credit hours
    This course introduces global business as a dynamic entity and centers on regulatory, political, economic and cultural climates in which business is conducted in different world regions. Comprehensive case studies provide varying perspectives on contemporary issues around the globe as students analyze real-world global practices.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 541 - Cross-Cultural Communications and Negotiations


    3 credit hours
    Focuses on important competencies of global leadership including cross-cultural negotiation, communication and management skills, which help students to develop a global perspective and thus enhance business relationships with people from other cultures. This course offers students a hands-on approach to negotiation basics together with a general understanding of how cultural differences and international settings affect business communication and negotiations.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 553 - Management-Labor Relations


    3 credit hours
    A focus on the development, legal environment, and current problems of labor relations including introduction to the international law. Historical evolution of the labor movement, applicable laws of labor relations, collective bargaining processes, and dispute resolution are addressed. Employee performance appraisal issues and international comparative labor relations are included.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 583 - Managerial Decision Making


    3 credit hours
    A study of decision-making theories and techniques based on structured decision-making processes. The factors that influence human decisions and the conditions under which decisions are made are presented. Peer, personal, social, and political pressures; individual and group interactions; and data uncertainty are presented within the context of developing sound decision-making methodologies. Includes practical exposure to information technology that supports decision-making and problem-solving.
    Course Delivery Methods: BLD; ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 611 - Global Finance


    3 credit hours
    Covers topics of corporate finance such as the time value of money, ratio analysis, capital budgeting and international finance. Additional topics include national and international standards, international ethics, general techniques for global money management, and the analysis of financial derivatives and their use in currency risk management.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 613 - Project Management


    3 credit hours
    An in-depth coverage of project management concepts and methodologies applicable to various organizations. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to: project selection and evaluation, project dynamics, motivation and evaluation of project team members, project scheduling, project budgeting, and project closure.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 671 - Global Entrepreneurship


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MGMT 541 and MRKT 571
    This course focuses on the challenges of bringing new business and/or products to the marketplace and the strategies involved in obtaining a financing mix for these products on the domestic and international markets. Topics include designing a capital plan (business plan); seeking funds from external sources (such as venture capitalists); and the financing mix needed to make new product promotion successful. Simulation is used to allow students to apply strategic skills in a virtual enterprise and fosters the development of effective leadership skills, while providing advanced training in strategic management and planning in a rapidly changing global economy. Course includes Business Simulation: The Global Business Game.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB; ONL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 681 - Global Strategy


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: INBS 510; MGMT 541; MGMT 671; MRKT 571
    This course explores the strategic planning process with emphasis given to the unique role played by leaders at various levels within an organization.The courseaddresses specific topics, including the central role of the organization’s purpose in formulating effective strategies, the identification, development, and leveraging of core competencies, the increased use of strategic alliances, globalization, plus the organization’s ability to develop and sustain a competitive advantage.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MGMT 691 - Special Project: Global Business Experience


    3 credit hours
    Prerequisites: INBS 510 and MGMT 541 and MRKT 571
    In this faculty-led capstonecourse, students are expected tointegrate conceptual knowledge and theoretical knowledge acquired in the Global MBAcore courses and benchmark it against real business practices observed in the country of destination. Emphasis is on (1) Understanding the complexity and interconnectedness of global business processes as well as comparing and contrasting them. (2) Development of written analytical material that can be utilized for both individual student assessment and program assessment.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MIS 510 - Management Information Systems


    3 credit hours
    This course includes the application of information system concepts to the collection, retention, and dissemination of information for management planning and decision making. The focus of this course will be on the key components of information systems - people, software, hardware, data, and communication technologies, and how these components can be integrated and managed to create competitive advantage. Topics include: information system components, valuing information systems, information systems infrastructure, the Internet, security of information systems, business intelligence, enterprise-wide information systems, development and acquisition, and information system ethics and crime.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • MIS 525 - Research Methods in MIS


    3 credit hours
    This course introduces students to applied research methodologies. The use of analytical tools, literature searches and the application of APA documentation style will result in a formal written proposal, which may serve as the basis for each student’s Special Project.
    Course Delivery Methods: WEB, ONL, BLD, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, anddevelop 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CBASE

  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College:CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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, SEL
    College: CGPS
  
  • 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.)
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.)
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE

  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 188 - Woodwind Instrument Methods 1


    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of woodwind instruments, together with methods of teaching, texts and technical problems.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 189 - Woodwind Instrument Methods 2


    1 credit hour
    Study by performance of woodwind instruments, together with methods of teaching, texts and technical problems.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 201 - Music Theory 3: Advanced Tonal Harmony


    2 credit hours
    Prerequisites: MUSC 102 with a grade of C or better
    Continuation of the theory portion of Music Theory & Aural Skills 2 (MUSC 102). Emphasis in on advanced harmonic techniques of the common practice period to the late 19th Century/Early 20th Century.
    (Three class periods per week.)
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College: CBASE
    Offered fall 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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
    Offered spring only.
  
  • MUSC 205 - Music Theory 4: Form and Analysis


    2 credit hours
    Study of motive, phrase, binary, ternary, rondo, variation, sonata-allegro forms, polyphonic devices and forms. Analysis of larger forms.
    (Three class periods per week)
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College:CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
    Offered spring only.
  
  • MUSC 230 - Keyboard Pedagogy (piano or organ)


    2 credit hours
    The study and practical application of the methods of teaching keyboard.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 241 - Vocal Pedagogy 1


    1 credit hour
    A study of the anatomy, physiology, acoustics and development of the voice as it relates to singing, Principles learned in this class, can be applied, to both one-on-one teaching and group situations. This course is the first class in a two-part sequence (Vocal Pedagogy 1 and Vocal Pedagogy 2 or Choral Pedagogy).
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 242 - Vocal Pedagogy 2


    1 credit hour
    Focus on the application of vocal technique for the solo voice. Students will participate in teaching experiences. This course is the second class in a two-part sequence (Vocal Pedagogy 1 and Vocal Pedagogy 2 or Choral Pedagogy).
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 243 - Choral Pedagogy


    1 credit hour
    Focus on the application of vocal technique in the school choral ensemble, relationship between conducting gesture and choral sound, and rehearsal structure for optimal learning. This course is the second class in a two-part sequence (Vocal Pedagogy 1 and Vocal Pedagogy 2 or Choral Pedagogy).
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
    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.)
    College: CBASE
    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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College:CBASE
  
  • MUSC 306 - Advanced Harmony and 20th - 21st Century Idioms


    2 credit hours
    Analysis and study of music from the beginning of the 20th century to today. Emphasis on developments in harmony, rhythm and form as well as new concepts of music developed during the past and current century in art music as well as popular music.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College: CBASE
  
  • MUSC 307 - Literature of the School Choir


    1 credit hour
    Students will survey standard choral music with special emphasis given to literature suitable for elementary and secondary school choral ensembles.
    Course Delivery Methods: TRA
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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
    College:CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
    Offered spring only.
  
  • 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
    College:CBASE
  
  • 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
    College:CBASE
  
  • 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
    College: CBASE
    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.
    College: CBASE
  
  • 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.
    College: CBASE
 

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