Course Descriptions

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Mass Communication  |  Mathematics  |   Military Science & Leadership (ROTC)   |    Music

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MASS COMMUNICATION
College of Arts and Sciences

MAC 120 Fundamentals of Speech Three hours
A course designed to help students write and present informative and persuasive speeches effectively.

MAC 130 American Cinema Three hours
An introductory course in film studies bringing American filmmaking (both Hollywood and Independent) into focus as an industry and art form. The course explores how American film technically, artistically, and culturally reinforces and sometimes even challenges America’s self-identity. Films studied will include examples of major genres, such as westerns, musicals, science-fiction, melodrama, screwball comedies, and film noir.

MAC 140 Introduction to Communication Three hours
This course is an overview of interpersonal, public, and mass communication where students cover public speaking, human interaction, and media literacy. Offered each semester.

MAC 165 Video Production Three hours
Beginner level production course in which students focus on the technology, equipment, and production process of video. Special focus will be given to scriptwriting, storyboarding, editing, audio design, and actor coaching. Fall semester.

MAC 210 Mass Communication Three hours
What are “mass media”? How did they evolve? How do they affect individuals and influence society? These questions and the business and regulation of the mass media are the subjects of this course. Spring and summers as needed.

MAC 240 Reporting and Newswriting Three hours
An introduction to journalism with emphasis on reporting and basic newswriting. Students will discuss the role of a reporter and the function of the media in society. Fall semester.

MAC 245 Copyediting Three hours
Prepares students to write clearly and to edit the writing of others by reviewing English grammar and syntax from the ground up. Extensive writing. Spring semester.

MAC 330 Photojournalism Three hours
Study of basic photojournalism including the use of a camera, basic lighting and composition. Use of either a digital SLR or 35mm SLR camera with interchangeable lenses is required. A “point-and-shoot” camera is not acceptable. Darkroom work is not required. Students will process photos at a one-hour lab. Prerequisite: MAC 240. Fall semester.

MAC 335 Editing Aesthetics and Technologies Three hours
This course focuses on the study and practice of the art of editing film and video. Students will watch many historical and contemporary films known for their editing style in addition to receiving intensive training on Final Cut Pro, an industry leading video editing software application. Prerequisites: MAC 160. Spring semester, odd.

MAC 345 Mass Media Ethics Three hours
This course explores the question of right and wrong in mass media use and mass media production (journalism, photography, public relations, advertising, cinema/TV production, etc.). Fall semester.

MAC 361 Advanced Video Production Three hours
This production-heavy course studies the craft of producing video for businesses, schools, government agencies, and professional associations. Students will produce corporate videos, documentaries, and music videos.

MAC 365 Public Relations Three hours
An overview of public relations, its history and role in society. This is also a practical course designed to improve, strengthen, and cultivate publicity and community relations skills. Prerequisite: ENG 112. Fall semester, odd; spring even.

MAC 370 Media Advertising Three hours
In this overview of advertising, including its influence on society and its importance and its role in the media, students will discuss advertising influence on news decisions and design basic ads for print and video media. Prerequisites: MAC 165 and 245

MAC 371 Writing for Public Relations Three hours
Applying the fundamentals of public relations analysis to writing in that field. Students will learn and practice the basic PR-writing formats, including news releases, features, speeches, newsletters, brochures, and press kits. A writing-intensive course. Prerequisite: MAC 245 Spring semester.

MAC 380 Special Topics Three hours
A special course offered on demand to cover specific needs and interests in the field of mass communication.

MAC 386 Practicum One to Three hours
For non-paid students who work for the Campus Times, TV-4, in the Office of University Communications or a comparable office either on campus or off. (Must be arranged with instructor). One to three hours per semester. May be repeated for a total of six credit hours. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

MAC 390 Independent Study Three hours
Individual study of mass communication issues not offered in other courses. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and minimum of junior standing. Offered as needed.

MAC 400 Motion Picture Industry Three hours
An in-depth exploration of the motion picture industry, from the early development to its current multibillion dollar influence on modern society and its perspectives. Students will study industry structures, ethics, moral, conglomerates, mergers, copyright, and censorship as well as the producer’s role in creating the budget, the script breakdown, the schedule, and numerous contracts. Prerequisites: MAC 130 and MAC 165

MAC 405 Mass Media Law Three hours
A contemporary and historical examination of English common law, the First Amendment, communication regulatory efforts, libel, invasion of privacy, protection of sources and selected legal cases involving media. Emphasis will be placed on the laws directly affecting media – broadcast and print. Spring semester.

MAC 414 Film Theory and Criticism Three hours
An examination of the origins and development of film theory and criticism, including montage, auteur, genre, semiotic, feminist, psychoanalysis, postcolonial, postmodern, and digital theories. Prerequisite: MAC 130

MAC 421 Advanced Photojournalism Three hours
Emphasis on composition, lighting, visual communication, and other advanced techniques. This course will stress the skills necessary to produce news, feature, and sports photographs for newspapers and other publications. Digital photography will be emphasized. Students will produce a portfolio of photographs and will prepare an exhibit of original work for display at the end of the semester. The course will consist of lecture, fieldwork, and computer lab work. Prerequisite: MAC 330 or demonstrated proficiency with a digital or 35mm SLR camera and basic knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop. Spring, odd.

MAC 425 Directing for Broadcast and Digital Media Three hours
In this course, students will learn how to establish creative, collaborative relationships with actors through the study of character spines, scene beats, quick fixes, imaginative choices, casting and rehearsing. Prerequisites: MAC 165. Spring semester, odd.

MAC 440 Advanced Reporting and Newswriting Three hours
This course is designed for students who have completed the basic Reporting and Newswriting class or who have a basic understanding of newspaper writing or possibly experience in the field. Emphasis will be on writing for publication. Students will produce a variety of stories suitable for a portfolio. Prerequisite: MAC 240. Spring semester, odd.

MAC 451 Internship One to Three hours
Supervised study of communication in the workplace. Students will receive hands-on experience at a newspaper, radio station, TV station, public relations firm or other media. May be repeated for a total of six hours. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and an overall GPA of 2.5. Each semester.

MAC 461 Advanced Public Relations Three hours
Focuses on the duties and responsibilities of public relations offices for such agencies as hospitals, schools, businesses, corporations, government entities, and non-profit groups. Students will discuss, analyze and perform some of those major duties. Prerequisite: MAC 371. Fall semester, even.

MAC 465 Graphic Design for Mass Media Three hours
Design basics for newspapers, magazines, brochures and other publications will be studies as will the basics of Web design. Students will use Adobe Photoshop and QuarkXPress to create such publications. The course will also focus on the creation and use of advertisements, graphics, and illustrations. Students will also use generic software to create a basic website. Prerequisites: MAC 245 and MAC 330. Fall semester.

MAC 480 Special Topics: International Cinema Three hours
A study of national cinemas and industries outside the United States, examining significant directors and film movements. Students will screen several world films throughout the semester and write about individual films, entire director filmographies, and unique international movements. Prerequisite: MAC 130. Spring semester, odd.
MATHEMATICS
(College of Arts and Sciences)

MTH 099 Developmental Mathematics Three hours
This course is designed for a developmental approach for students who need to refresh their basic arithmetic skills. Topics will include decimals, fractions, percents, signed numbers, first-degree equations in one variable, and word problems. “C” or a higher grade required or student must reenroll in this course the next semester. CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE WILL NOT COUNT TOWARD GRADUATION.

MTH 100 Intermediate Algebra Three hours
This course is remedial in nature and covers material commonly found in first and second year high school algebra. The purpose of the course is to prepare a student for College Algebra (MTH 111). Only students whose major requires College Algebra should be enrolled in this course. This course meets three hours (with an additional required two hours of lab) each week, and it does not satisfy general education requirements.

MTH 100L Intermediate Algebra Lab Zero hours
This lab meets twice weekly and is required for students taking MTH 100.

MTH 110 College Mathematics Three hours
This course is designed as a terminal course in mathematics in the general education curriculum and does not assume any algebraic or geometric background on the part of the student. The objective of the course is to acquaint the student with the various branches of mathematics and to develop an appreciation and understanding of the relationship of mathematics to the modern world. This course will not count toward mathematics major or minor programs.

MTH 111 College Algebra Three hours
This course is designed to bridge the gap between two years of high school algebra or MTH 100 to college level pre-calculus courses. Topics included in this course are polynomials, rational expressions, solving linear, quadratic, absolute value equations, and equations involving radicals. Also included are topics related to inequalities, and functions and their graphs. This course is required for the mathematics major with teacher certification, however it will not count for credit toward the mathematics major (without teacher certification) or minor programs. Prerequisite: High School Algebra I and Algebra II or MTH 100 with a C or better.

MTH 112 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry Three hours
In this course emphasis is given to trigonometric functions, reduction formulas, graphs, identities, applications to practical problems, the oblique triangle, etc. We also study the straight line, circle, ellipse, hyperbola, parabola, their graphs and uses in practical mathematics. This course is required for the mathematics major with teacher certification, however it will not count for credit toward the mathematics major (without teacher certification). Prerequisite: MTH 111 or consent of instructor. Fall and spring semesters.

MTH 123 Elementary Calculus and Its Applications Three hours
An introduction to differential and integral calculus, with applications to business and biological and physical sciences. Not open to students who have credit in MTH 210. This course will not count for credit toward the mathematics major (with or without teacher certification) or minor programs. Prerequisite: MTH 111 or equivalent. Spring semesters.

MTH 130 Elementary Statistics Three hours
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the logic and method of statistics through topics that include summarizing data in tables and graphs, measures of center and variability, correlation and linear repression, sampling, Central Limit Theorem and the Normal curve, and hypothesis testing. Applications will be given through examples in various fields. This course will not count toward mathematics major or minor programs. Prerequisite: Basic algebra skills.

MTH 200 Discrete Computational Mathematics Three hours
Finite and discrete algebraic structures, including Boolean algebra, graphs, and the application of these structures to mathematics and computer science.

MTH 201/202 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers Three hours
This course is designed to give preservice teachers an in-depth understanding of elementary and middle school mathematics. Concepts related to the base-ten number system, arithmetic operations on whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers including problem solving are covered. Additionally, topics in statistics and probability, Euclidean geometry and measurement, and functions and use of variables, are among the topics to be considered in these courses. Prerequisite for MTH 201: MTH 110 or MTH 111 or consent of instructor. Prerequisite for MTH 201: MTH 110 or MTH 111 or consent of instructor. Fall/spring semesters.

MTH 210 Calculus I Four hours
The important topics studied are the historical beginnings of the calculus, analytic geometry, limits, derivatives, and its applications, the definite and indefinite integrals with applications. A grade of “ C ” or better is required to advance to MTH 211. Prerequisite: MTH 112 or consent of instructor. Fall semesters.

MTH 211 Calculus II Four hours
This course affords further study in differentiation and integration of logarithmic, exponential, and other transcendental functions. The following topics are also emphasized: techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, Taylor’s Formula, infinite series, analytic geometry, and a historical perspective of Calculus. Prerequisite: MTH 210 or equivalent. A grade of “ C “ or better is require to advance to MTH 310. Spring semesters.

MTH 305 Number Theory Three hours
This is a good introductory course to higher level mathematics. It is particularly appropriate for use in the teacher education program. The topics studied are divisibility properties of integers, prime numbers, congruencies, conditional congruencies, Fermat’s Theorem, The Quadratic Reciprocity Law, and Cryptography. Prerequisite: MTH 210 or consent of instructor. Spring semesters.

MTH 310 Calculus III Four hours
This course affords further study in differentiation and integration including, three-dimensional analytic geometry, the polar coordinate system, vectors and vector-valued functions, multivariate calculus including partial derivatives, multiple integration and applications of both, as well as, a continued look at the historical development of calculus. Prerequisite: MTH 211. A grade of “C“ or better is required to advance to MTH 311. Fall semesters.

MTH 311 Differential Equations Three hours
Included in this course are methods for solving various types of differential equations such as homogeneous equations, exact equations, linear first order equations and higher order equations with constant coefficients. Systems of differential equations, LaPlace transforms, and applications are also covered. Prerequisite: MTH 310.

MTH 331 Probability and Statistics Three hours
This course will include topics in the history of probability theory and statistical research, descriptive and inferential statistics with applications, probability, counting techniques, discrete, and continuous probability distributions. The Central Limit Theorem, hypothesis testing, and other applications. Prerequisite: MTH 211.

MTH 350 Introduction to Linear Algebra Three hours
An introduction to Linear Algebra including historical development of linear algebra, finite dimensional vector spaces, system of linear equations, linear transformations, and determinant, Eigenvalues and eigenvectors, Orthogonality, and Jordan Canonical form. Prerequisite: MTH 310 or consent of instructor. Fall semesters.

MTH 400 Special Topics One to Three hours
A special course offered on demand to advanced mathematics students. The course may be repeated for credit provided the topics differ each semester. Consent of instructor is required. Possible special topics: Numerical Analysis, Statistical Analysis, or Complex Variables.

MTH 401 Modern Algebra Three hours
Elements of number theory, groups, rings, and the historical development of modern algebra are included. Prerequisite: MTH 310 or consent of instructor. Students must have upper division standing.

MTH 402 Modern Geometry Three hours
Foundations of geometry, advanced Euclidean geometry, non-metric and metric geometry, transformation theory, non-Euclidean geometries and the historical development of geometry. Prerequisite: MTH 310 or consent of instructor.

MTH 430 Foundations of Analysis Three hours
Topics include historical development of advanced calculus, the study of sequences, infinite series, limits of function, continuity, differentiation, and the Riemann Integral. Prerequisite: MTH 310 or consent of the instructor. Student must have upper division standing.

MTH 440 Topology Three hours
Included in this course will be topics on the history of modern mathematics, the study of sets, functions, relations, metric spaces, compactness, connectedness, and topological spaces. Prerequisite: MTH 310. Student must have upper division standing or consent of instructor.

MTH 450 Methods and Materials of Teaching Mathematics Three hours
A survey of modern methods employed in teaching at the middle school and secondary levels, using appropriate materials available in various situations. Prerequisite: Major in mathematics with teacher certification or mathematics middle school option I or II. Admission to the Teacher Education Program is required. Must be taken in the last year prior to student teaching. Not for P - 4 education students as their required methods course. This course does not count toward the mathematics major program requirements. Fall semesters.

MTH 480 Senior Seminar One to Three hours
Prerequisite: Major or minor in mathematics with a last semester junior standing.

MTH 390/490 Independent Study One to Three hours
Prerequisite: Major or minor in mathematics with a last semester junior standing; 2.5 overall grade average, 2.80 in mathematics.

MILITARY SCIENCE & LEADERSHIP STUDIES (ROTC)

(School of Business and Economics)

MSL 101 Leadership and Personal Development Two hours
Introduces the student to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. The student will learn how the personal development of life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession.

MSL 102 Introduction to Tactical Leadership Two hours
Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. The student will explore dimensions of leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises.

MSL 201 Innovative Team Leadership Three hours
Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Aspects of personal motivation and team building are practiced planning, executing and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs.
The focus continues to build on developing knowledge of the leadership values and attributes through understanding Army rank, structure, and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies will provide a tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment.

MSL 202 Foundations of Tactical Leadership Three hours
Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating environment (COE). This course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Continued study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations.

MSL 202 provides a smooth transition into MSL 301. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.

MSL 301 Adaptive Team Leadership Three hours
The student is challenged to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive team leadership skills as he or she is presented with the demands of the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills. Systematic and specific feedback on leadership abilities will be given.

MSL 302 Leadership in Changing Environments Four hours
You will be challenged to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as you are presented with the demands of the ROTC Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills. Systematic and specific feedback on leadership abilities will be given.

MSL 401 Developing Adaptive Leaders Three hours
Develops student proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates. You are given situational opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare you to make the transition to becoming an Army officer. During your MSL IV year, you will lead cadets at lower levels. Both your classroom and battalion leadership experiences are designed to prepare you for your first unit of assignment. You will identify responsibilities of key staff, coordinate staff roles, and use battalion operations situations to teach, train, and develop subordinates.

MSL 402 Leadership in a Complex World Four hours
Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment (COE). You will examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. You also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support.

MSL 210 Leader’s Training Course Practicum Seven hours
The Leader’s Training Course experience is a unique four-week opportunity to develop new skills, to grow personally, and to qualify for enrollment in Army ROTC. The Leader’s Training Course is a 28-day leadership development program that will instill self-confidence and provide leadership skills for life.

MSL 410 Leader Development and Assessment Course Practicum    Six hours 
This is a six-hour Leader Development and Assessment elective course. It is an intensive five-week summer field course to be taken between the junior and senior year. Prerequisites: MSL 301 and MSL 302.

Music

CHURCH MUSIC; CHORAL AND INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES; MUSIC EDUCATION; MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE; THEORY; APPLIED MUSIC

School of Music

APPLIED MUSIC (MUA)

MUA 100, 200, 300, 400 Voice     One to Three hours

MUA 102, 202, 302, 402 Piano     One to Three hours

MUA 104, 204, 304, 404 Organ     One to Three hours

MUA 108, 208, 308, 408 Handbells     One to Three hours

MUA 110, 210, 310, 410 Flute     One to Three hours

MUA 112, 212, 312, 412 Oboe     One to Three hours

MUA 114, 214, 314, 414 Clarinet     One to Three hours

MUA 116, 216, 316, 416 Saxophone     One to Three hours

MUA 118, 218, 318, 418 Bassoon     One to Thee hours

MUA 120, 220, 320, 420 Recorder     One to Three hours

MUA 122, 222, 322, 422 Horn     One to Three hours

MUA 124, 224, 324, 424 Trumpet     One to Three hours

MUA 126, 226, 326, 426 Trombone     One to Three hours

MUA 128, 228, 328, 428 Euphonium     One to Three hours

MUA 130, 230, 330, 430 Tuba     One to Thee hours

MUA 132, 232, 332, 432 Percussion     One to Three hours

MUA 134, 234, 334, 434 Violin     One to Three hours

MUA 136, 236, 336, 436 Viola     One to Three hours

MUA 138, 238, 338, 438 Cello     One to Thee hours

MUA 140, 240, 340, 440 Double Bass     One to Three hours

MUA 142, 242, 342, 442 Guitar     One to Three hours

MUA 144, 244, 344, 444 Conducting     One to Three hours

MUA 148, 248, 348, 448 Composition     One to Three hours


MUSIC ENSEMBLES (MUE)

MUE 181, 281, 381, 481 Concert Chorus     One hour
Open to all students without audition. Large choral works are performed. Meets two hours a week. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 182, 282, 382, 482 Percussion Ensemble     One hour
The Percussion Ensemble is a percussion performing group designed to provide instruction and experience in percussion ensemble music. The repertoire includes original 20th century composition, ragtime, orchestral transcriptions, and percussion music from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Meets three hours per week. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 183, 283, 383, 483 University Chorale     One hour
The University Chorale is a mixed choir built along professional standards to represent Campbellsville University off campus and for special events on campus. The choir studies and performs choral literature from all periods, with emphasis on sacred anthem literature. Membership by audition. Meets three hours each week. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 184, 284, 384, 484 Orchestra     One hour
This ensemble focuses on the rehearsal and performance of literature within the repertoire for string chamber ensemble and full orchestra. Instrumentation is flexible depending on membership. Music will be chosen from the complete spectrum of orchestral literature including Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary styles. Membership is open to all students. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 185, 285, 385, 485 Marching Band     One hour
The Marching Band consists of standard woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments complemented by color guard. Performances include football games, contest exhibitions, parades, and pep rallies. Membership is open to all students. Color guard and drum line members are chosen through tryouts. Meets a maximum of seven hours per week. Fall semester.

MUE 186, 286, 386, 486 Handbell Choir     One hour
Music performed will include sacred and secular from various musical periods, utilizing arrangements and original compositions. Previous study or experience required. Audition is the basis for membership. Purchase of gloves necessary. Meets three times each week. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 187, 287, 387, 487 Concert Band     One hour
The Concert Band performs a wide variety of literature including standard band works, music from the musical theater, and orchestral transcriptions. Membership is open to all students. Meets three hours per week. Spring semester.

MUE 188, 288, 388, 488 Jazz Ensemble     One hour
The Jazz Ensemble is an instrumental performing group designed to provide instruction and experience in Jazz and popular music. Jazz style and improvisation will be stressed. Membership by audition. Meets three hours per week. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 189, 289, 389, 489 Brass Ensemble     One hour
This ensemble provides an opportunity for students to participate on a regular basis in some performance-oriented ensemble other than the traditional bands. On demand.

MUE 192, 292, 392, 492 Woodwind Ensemble     One hour
This ensemble provides an opportunity for students to participate in performance-oriented chamber ensembles of woodwind instruments including woodwind quintet, flute choir, clarinet choir, and saxophone ensemble. On demand.

MUE 193, 293, 393, 493 Chamber Choir     One hour
The Chamber Choir is a small choral ensemble selected from the membership of the University Chorale. It prepares repertoire that normally would be beyond the scope of either Concert Chorus or University Chorale, including early music, medium-length choral works from all periods, contemporary classical music, and secular music (including popular styles). Membership in Chamber Choir is by invitation or audition. Meets two hours per week. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 194, 294, 394, 494 Opera Workshop     One hour
This ensemble is designed to expose students to operatic singing, acting, techniques for make-up, costuming, set design and construction, and other aspects of opera production. The class will present a fully staged opera or a selection of opera scenes. Membership is open to all students. Fall.

MUE 195, 295, 395, 495 Wind Ensemble     One hour
The Wind Ensemble is an auditioned performance-based ensemble that performs the highest-level literature of the wind band medium. This course offers the opportunity to study sophisticated literature in an advanced and mature ensemble setting. Membership is open to students and non-students by audition. Spring.

MUE 196, 296, 396, 496 University Flute Ensemble     One hour
The objective of the ensemble is to expand the student’s performance ability and knowledge of flute ensemble repertoire, as well as the student’s growth as a musician. This will be accomplished through a daily practice routine by the student and weekly ensemble rehearsals. Fall and spring semesters.

MUE 197, 297, 397, 497 University String Ensemble     One hour
This ensemble focuses on the rehearsal and performance of literature within the string chamber music idiom. Instrumentation is flexible depending on the number of string players available each semester.


GENERAL MUSIC (MUS)

MUS 100 Elementary Musicianship     Three hours
An introduction to music theory: notation, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, sight-singing, and ear-training. This course may be recommended as a prerequisite to Music Theory I on the basis of diagnostic exam scores. Counts as general elective only. Fall, spring semesters.

MUS 101 Theory I     Three hours
Musical notation, scales, transposition, basic acoustics; harmonic, melodic, and structural analysis; partwriting and principles of diatonic harmony; sight-singing, ear-training, and keyboard harmony. Five hours a week. Fall semester.

MUS 102 Theory II     Three hours
Continuation of above, plus seventh chords, modulation, secondary dominants, structured compositional projects. Prerequisite: MUS 101. Five hours a week. Spring semester.

MUS 121 Music Literature I     Two hours
A survey of important works by outstanding composers of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classic periods. Non-music majors may enroll with consent of instructor. Fall semester.

MUS 122 Music Literature II     Two hours
Continuation of 121 from the Romantic period to the present, and includes non-Western music. Non-music majors may enroll with consent of instructor. Spring semester.

MUS 125 Understanding Music     Two hours
An introductory course for non-music students, Understanding Music investigates the purposes and functions of music in our own western culture and in other cultures. It also provides the student with “tools” to enable critical listening to and understanding of music in a wide variety of styles. Fall and spring semesters.

MUS 140 Guitar Class I     One hour
For beginners. Basic chords, basic strumming and finger picking styles. Simple song accompaniments and guitar solos. Fall semester.

MUS 141 Guitar Class II     One hour
For students who know the basics. Emphasis on bar chords and note reading. Song accompaniments, guitar solos and, ensembles. Spring semester.

MUS 142 Beginning Handbell Class     One hour
For ringers with no previous experience. Ringing and damping techniques, appropriate literature, care and handling of handbells. One semester of Handbell Class may be substituted for Handbell Choir with consent of instructor. Meets two hours a week. Spring semester.

MUS 143 Voice Class I     One hour
Group instruction in fundamentals of vocal production and technique for students without previous experience in voice. On demand.

MUS 144 Voice Class II     One hour
More advanced group instruction. On demand.

MUS 145 Piano Class I     One hour
Beginning piano instruction in a group setting introducing fundamental skills for keyboard proficiency. Study includes technique, harmonization, and beginning literature at a progressive level of development. Classes are divided between music majors/minors and non-music students. Fall and spring semester.

MUS 146 Piano Class II     One hour
A continuation of MUS 145. Prerequisite: Music 145 or faculty consent. Fall and spring semesters.

MUS 201 Theory III     Three hours
Continuation of Theory II, plus borrowed chords, 9th 11th, and 13th chords, the Neapolitan, augmented sixth chords. Prerequisite: MUS 102. Five hours a week. Fall semester.

MUS 202 Theory IV     Three hours
Continuation of above, plus altered dominants, chromatic mediants, 20th century techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 201. Five hours a week. Spring semester.

MUS 240 Foundations and Principles of Music Education     Two hours
A systematic investigation into the historical and philosophical foundations of music education as well as the study of music education curriculum development and evaluation.   Fall semester, odd-numbered years.

MUS 241 Woodwind Methods Class     One hour
Elementary group instruction of a practical nature is given to students of the woodwind instruments. Correct tone production, technique and care of the woodwind instruments with considerable attention devoted to embouchure and fingering problems of each instrument. Suitable materials for public school use are evaluated. Two hours a week. Fall semester, even-numbered years.

MUS 242 Brass Methods Class     One hour
Practical elementary class instruction is given to students on the instruments of the brass family with considerable attention devoted to correct tone production, technique, and care of the brass instruments. Critical examination of materials appropriate for use in public schools is included. Two hours a week. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

MUS 243 String Methods Class     One hour
Elementary group instruction. The study and application of the fundamentals of playing stringed instruments including correct tone production, bowing, technique, and care of the instruments. Materials applicable for public school purposes are critically examined. Two hours a week. Fall semester, odd-numbered years.

MUS 244 Percussion Methods Class     One hour
Practical class instruction is given to students on the various percussion instruments, which will include snare drum, accessory percussion instruments and the care of the instruments. Materials applicable for public school use are evaluated. Two hours a week. Spring semester, even-numbered years.

MUS 245 Piano Class III     One hour
Second year of group piano instruction. Continued development of keyboard skills and proficiency. Prerequisite: MUS 146 or consent of instructor. Fall and spring semesters.

MUS 246 Piano Class IV     One hour
Continuation of MUS 245. Prerequisite: MUS 245 or consent of instructor. Fall and spring semesters.

MUS 249 Instrumental Methods for Vocalists     One hour
and Keyboardists
This course is designed for teachers who have applied majors in voice and keyboard. Students are given hands-on experience with each instrument family, but the emphasis is on dealing with rehearsal and performance problems. On demand.

MUS 301 Counterpoint     Two hours
A study in application through composition and analysis of 18th C. counterpoint. Prerequisite: MUS 202. Spring, odd-numbered years.

MUS 302 Orchestration     Two hours
A study of instruments of the band and orchestra with regard to range, tone quality, and appropriate use in instrumental ensembles, including practice in arranging. Prerequisite: MUS 202. Spring, even-numbered years.

MUS 303 Choral Arranging     Two hours
Principles and practices of arranging music for choral groups with emphasis upon producing useable arrangement. Prerequisite: MUS 202. Spring.

MUS 304 Jazz Theory and Improvisation     Two hours
A historical study of twentieth century jazz music in America via scales, chords, and harmonic progressions with an emphasis on performance applications to traditional jazz band instrumentation: sax, trumpet, trombone, and rhythm section. Also a study of jazz band chart reading and a basic understanding of keyboard voicings and scoring for combos and big bands. On demand.

MUS 321 History of Music I     Three hours
A study of the history of music in Western cultures beginning with the rise of West Asian and East Mediterranean music and extending to the time of Haydn. The course is designed to establish a working knowledge of the development of musical styles and their historical importance. Prerequisites: MUS 121; MUS 122. Fall.

MUS 322 History of Music II     Three hours
A study of the history of music in Western cultures from the time of Haydn to the present day. Continuation of study in MUS 321. Prerequisites: MUS 121; MUS 122. Spring.

MUS 323 Sacred Choral Literature     Two hours
A survey of the standard sacred choral literature from various historical periods. Prerequisites: MUS 121; MUS 122. Spring, even-numbered years.

MUS 325 Music in World Cultures     Three hours
A survey of the role of music in non-Western cultures and major stylistic trends in musical development throughout the world. The course serves as an introduction to the discipline of ethnomusicology and the study of music as human behavior. Prerequisite: Knowledge of music fundamentals, or consent of instructor. Spring, on demand.

MUS 340 Music Education in the Elementary Schools     Three hours
The aim of this course is to present a survey of materials and methods in teaching music in the elementary grades for music education. The different phases of public school music such as singing, listening, rhythms, and creating music are studied. Music education majors and elementary education majors who are pursuing a music minor should take this course as substitute for MUS 347. Fall, even-numbered years.

MUS 341 Music Education in the Middle School     Two hours
Designed as an in-depth study of music education for the middle school. The nature and problems of middle school students will be investigated with the development of a compendium of materials and methods. Mini-lessons will be developed and taught by each student. Observations in local schools required. Special education, and talented and gifted programs examined. Spring, odd-numbered years.

MUS 342 Music Education in the Secondary Schools     Three hours
This course deals with the general program for senior high school as well as choral music education problems and practices. Methods and materials of each will be investigated and collected. Some practicum required. Spring, even-numbered years.

MUS 343 Conducting I     Two hours
This course gives attention to basic conducting skills with a choral emphasis. Attention also to rehearsal techniques, styles, etc. Video tape used extensively. Prerequisite: MUS 202 or consent of instructor. Fall.

MUS 344 Conducting II     Two hours
This course is a continuation of MUS 343 with added unique techniques of instrumental conducting. Laboratory and observation experiences will be scheduled. Prerequisite: MUS 343. Spring.

MUS 346 Accompanying     One hour
A study of the nature of accompanying at the piano and the many problems inherent to ensemble performance. This course may be taken to complete the requirements for a minor in piano upon completion of the piano proficiency requirement. With consent of instructor. On demand.

MUS 347 Elementary School Music P-4     Three hours
For the elementary education major, this course is designed to combine fundamentals of music with the methods of music education for the elementary classroom (P-4). Laboratory experiences are included. Music majors should take MUS 340. Fall, summer.

MUS 361 Church Music Administration     Three hours
A brief examination of the philosophy of church music and the development and administration of the music ministry in the local church. Fall, odd-numbered years.

MUS 362 Hymnology     Three hours
The study of the development of hymnology and the gospel song from Biblical times to contemporary hymnody, considering the hymn as literature, the music value of the tune, and the relation of hymnodic development to the parallel periods of the history of music. Fall.

MUS 363 Music Ministry with Children     Three hours
Materials and methods of organizing and training children through the music ministry. Problems of the child’s voice, development, and various activities will be studied. Fall, even-numbered years.

MUS 364 Music Ministry with Youth and Adults     Three hours
A study of the materials and methods used in training youth and adult choirs, with emphasis on the care of the adolescent voice, organization and rehearsal procedures, vocal technique, and repertoire. Spring, odd-numbered years.

MUS 365 Service Playing I     One hour
An introduction to techniques, materials, and practical considerations for playing keyboard instruments in church services. May be taken following completion of the piano proficiency requirements. On demand.

MUS 366 Service Playing II     One hour
A continuation of MUS 365 with particular emphasis upon improvisation. Prerequisite: MUS 365. On demand.

MUS 367 Music and Worship     Three hours
A brief examination of the history and philosophy of church music, development of liturgical and free forms of Christian worship. Spring.

MUS 380/480 Music Seminar/Field Study     One to Two hours

MUS 390/490 Independent Study     One to Six hours

MUS 391 Junior Recital     Zero hours

MUS 401 Form and Analysis     Two hours
A study of the various forms of compositions, including song forms, dance forms, rondo, canon, fugue, and sonata form, with critical analysis of compositions for voice, chorus, piano, solo instruments, and small ensembles. Prerequisite: MUS 202. Fall semester.

MUS 422 Music in the 20th Century     Three hours
A survey of styles and trends in music since 1900 to the present day. Emphasis is placed upon both major and minor composers and their contributions in light of the social-cultural developments of this century. Spring semester. On demand.

MUS 424 Piano Literature     Two hours
An introductory study to the literature for stringed keyboard instruments, primarily the piano, extending from the late Renaissance to the present day. Emphasis is placed upon the development of pianistic writing throughout each era. Every other year.

MUS 426 Organ Literature     Two hours
A chronological survey of works written for organ. On demand.

MUS 440 Instrumental Pedagogy and Literature     Three hours
A study of the materials, procedures, techniques, and systems associated with instrumental music education and the administration of school instrumental music program.

MUS 441 Piano Pedagogy     Two hours
A study of methods and approaches to piano instruction from beginning to early advanced levels of study. Practice teaching. Every other year.

MUS 442 Vocal Pedagogy and Literature     Three hours
Theories and teaching procedure in training the singing voice and preparing vocal groups for performance, including study of anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism. Basic survey of vocal literature in historical sequence. Prerequisite: Four semesters of voice or approval. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

MUS 443 Organ Pedagogy     Three hours
Methods and materials for organ pedagogy. Practice teaching. Junior level with permission. Prerequisite: Four semesters of organ or permission. On demand.

MUS 444 Marching Band Techniques     Two hours
This course is designed to provide basic training in writing marching band field-show presentations through the use of traditional charting techniques and computerized charting. This course also provides an introduction to the multi-faceted role of the marching band director covering various topics in the areas of instruction, administration, public relations, and fund raising. Fall semester, on demand.

MUS 449 Arts in Worship     Three Hours
This course will explore the use of the Arts (music, video, drama, literature, visual art) within the context of Christian worship. Discussions and projects will include effective worship plans that utilize the Arts and compiling resources, print and internet, for incorporation of the Arts in worship.

MUS 491 Senior Recital     Zero hours