May 15, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


The courses listed below are all active courses in the course inventory. Students should refer to the class schedule or the appropriate academic department to inquire about course offerings.

 
  
  • MUAV 313 - Applied Voice Study: Vocal Performance


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 312.

    Cr 3
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 314 - Applied Voice Study: Vocal Performance


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 313.

    Cr 3
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 401 - Applied Voice Study: Music Education


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction for students concentrating in music education.

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 302 and permission of department head.

    Cr 2
    Lab 2
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 402 - Applied Voice Study: Music Education


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction for students concentrating in music education.

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 401.

    Cr 2
    Lab 2
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 403 - Applied Voice Study: Music Education


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction for students concentrating in music education.

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 402.

    Cr 2
    Lab 2
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 404 - Applied Voice Study: Music Education


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction for students concentrating in music education.

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 403.

    Cr 2
    Lab 2
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 411 - Applied Voice Study: Vocal Performance


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 312 and permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 412 - Applied Voice Study: Vocal Performance


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 411.

    Cr 3
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 413 - Applied Voice Study: Vocal Performance


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 412.

    Cr 3
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUAV 414 - Applied Voice Study: Vocal Performance


    Description
    Private applied vocal instruction.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUAV 413.

    Cr 3
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $175.00

  
  • MUED 226 - Introduction to Music Education in a Diverse Society


    Description
    Music education program in the multicultural classroom. Historical, philosophical, and aesthetic foundations of music education, and fundamental principles of teaching, learning, organization, child abuse regulations, and administration in a diverse setting. Directed observation, practical experience and oral critiques.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUED 226 and EDUC 204 or SPED 204.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Lab 1
    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • MUED 320 - Teaching Music in Elementary School for Diverse Learners, Grades K-5


    Description
    Overview of curriculum, methods, materials, activities, and teaching techniques in elementary music education, including diverse learning characteristics. Grades K-5.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and MUED 226.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Lab 1
    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • MUED 324 - Teaching Instrumental Music in Secondary School, Grades 6-12


    Description
    Curriculum, methods, materials, activities, and teaching techniques used in secondary instrumental music education, grades 6-12.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110, EDUC 200, and MUED 320.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Lab 1
    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • MUED 326 - Teaching Vocal Music in Secondary School, Grades 6-12


    Description
    Curriculum, methods, materials, activities, and teaching techniques used in secondary vocal music education, grades 6-12.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110, EDUC 200, and MUED 320.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Lab 1
    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • MUED 411 - Teaching Band and Orchestra Literature


    Description
    Survey and analysis of instrumental music for large and small wind bands and orchestras of all types and levels.

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 308.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUED 414 - Teaching Choral Literature


    Description
    Survey and analysis of choral music for large and small ensembles of all types and levels

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 308.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUED 425 - Classroom Management and Organization in the Elementary/Secondary Music Education Classroom and Field Experience


    Description
    Classroom management and organization of the music program including curriculum and physical environment. Observation and teaching music in the instrumental or vocal classroom setting.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUED 425 and MUED 422. Prerequisite(s) to student teaching and must be scheduled during the semester prior to student teaching.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (MUED 324 or MUED 326); functional performance ability on one wind, string, or percussion instrument or in voice as appropriate to the area of concentration, demonstrated through completed coursework or diagnostic testing; and pedagogical skill sufficient to teach effective use of wind, string, and percussion instruments or the voice, as appropriate to the area of concentration, demonstrated through completed coursework or diagnostic testing.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 2
    Field Experience 60 hours

  
  • MUED 442 - Directed Observation and Student Teaching


    Description
    Minimum of 270 clock hours in student teaching with at least 180 of these in actual teaching and substantial portion of the 180 hours in teaching on an all-day basis.

    Note(s)
    For students concentrating in music education only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200, completion of all methods courses (C or higher), passing scores on the Praxis content-specific exam and Praxis: Principles of Learning and Teaching exam, and permission of Director of Student Teaching and Professional Education Services (ST/PES).

    Cr 9 or 12
    Course Fee $25.00

    Course Designation(s)
    • CAP
  
  • MUED 470 - Student Teaching Residency I


    Description
    Designed for undergraduate baccalaureate music education candidates. Director of Student Teaching determines school schedules. The residency and accompanying seminars include opportunities to synthesize content from all previous coursework, including designing, implementing, and assessing instruction; student motivation and engagement; professionalism; and collaboration with colleagues and families. The teacher candidate is an active participant in the PK-12 school community through close observation of the mentor teacher, collaborative practice with the mentor teacher, and/or supervised independent practice. Concepts and skills learned in EDUC 469 (Field Study Project); EDUC 471 (Seminar-Student Teaching Residency I); and EDUC 351 (Educational Measurements) are a particular focus in this residency; however, the resident engages in all content areas.

    Note(s)
    Student Teaching Residency I (MUED 470) and Student Teaching Residency II (MUED 472) must be taken in consecutive semesters.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 300 and permission of clinical practices director.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 351, EDUC 469, and EDUC 471.

    Cr 3
    Course Fee $300.00

    Field Experience Per Bulletin 996, candidates must spend a minimum percentage of the residency school site’s instructional time each week engaged in residency activities. The term “instructional time” for the purpose of the residency is based on the start and dismissal times for PK-12 students at the school in which the residency is occurring. Percentage requirements vary by major.

  
  • MUED 472 - Student Teaching Residency II


    Description
    This culminating, full-time clinical residency will place the teacher candidate in an assigned, accredited public school site. Close collaboration between the candidate and mentor teacher will occur in a variety of ways, including the candidate taking the role of lead teacher. The candidate will assume responsibility for all functions of the classroom, including overall design and implementation of instruction and assessment in all curricular areas, maintenance of a productive classroom environment tailored to the needs of diverse learners, communication with colleagues and families, and integration of technology to improve student learning. Knowledge and skills concerning assessment, data, and use of specific instructional strategies for identified needs are practiced, and the teacher candidates evaluate these practices in light of class and individual academic achievement. Seminar (EDUC 473) accompanies Residency II. The teacher candidate is an active participant in the PK-12 school community through close observation of the mentor teacher, collaborative practice with the mentor teacher, and/or supervised independent practice. The resident engages in all applicable content areas.

    Note(s)
    Student Teaching Residency I (MUED 470) and Student Teaching Residency II (MUED 472) must be taken in consecutive semesters.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUED 470 (with a grade of C or better) and permission of clinical practices director.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 473.

    Cr 3
    Field Experience Per Bulletin 996, candidates must spend a minimum percentage of the residency school site’s instructional time each week engaged in residency activities. The term “instructional time” for the purpose of the residency is based on the start and dismissal times for PK-12 students at the school in which the residency is occurring. Percentage requirements vary by major.

    Course Designation(s)
    • CAP
  
  • MUSC 100 - Fundamentals of Music


    Description
    Designed to help the beginning music student or those students with limited background in music theory. Focuses on the basic elements of music, including notation, rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals, and chords.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only. Credits for this course may not be applied toward a music degree.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • MUSC 101 - Music Theory I


    Description
    Fundamentals of notation, basic materials of diatonic music, basic analysis techniques, elementary melodic composition, and four-part chorale and keyboard style composition. Music notation software for use in assignments and composition projects.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 100 or passing grade on the Theory Diagnostic Test.
    Corequisite(s): MUSC 101L.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 101L - Ear Training/Sight Singing I


    Description
    Solfeggio system, ear training and sight singing in elementary tonal music, single melodic line dictation and error detection, simple improvisation techniques vocally and/or on student’s major instrument, and music dictation and drill software.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only. Computer laboratory orientation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Corequisite(s): MUSC 101.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 102 - Music Theory II


    Description
    Continuation of the principles and materials of diatonic music including analysis of compositions in various genre, single and two-part melodic composition and four-part chorale and keyboard style composition. Use of higher order notation software in writing assignments and composition. Computer laboratory projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 101 and MUSC 101L.
    Corequisite(s): MUSC 102L.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 102L - Ear Training/Sight Singing II


    Description
    Solfeggio system applied to diatonic music and related non-harmonic tones; ear training in diatonic vocabulary including single melodic line, two-part, and simple four-part dictation and error detection; improvisation techniques vocally and/or on student’s major instrument. Music dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory assignments and projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Corequisite(s): MUSC 102.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 113 - Principles of Music I


    Description
    Fundamentals of notation, basic materials of diatonic music, basic analysis techniques, elementary melodic composition, and four-part chorale and keyboard style composition. Initial orientation and instruction in the use of music notation software for use in assignments and composition projects. Solfege system, ear training and sight singing in elementary tonal music, single melodic line dictation and error detection, simple improvisation techniques vocally and/or on student’s major instrument, and music dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory orientation.  

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 113 and (MUSC 101 and MUSC 101L).

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Passing score on Music Theory Diagnostic Exam or MUSC 100.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 3
  
  • MUSC 128 - Diction for Singers I


    Description
    Phonetic diction and its application to English and Italian.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 129 - Diction for Singers II


    Description
    Phonetic alphabet and its application to lyric diction in German and French.

    Note(s)
    For Music-Music Education-Vocal Grades K-12 Concentration, Music-Performance-Voice Concentration, and Music [Voice] minor students only.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 190 - Recitals and Concerts


    Description
    Performance practices and literature learned through participation in weekly performance seminar.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. Students must enroll and earn a grade of S for 6 semesters.

    Cr 0
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 200 - Admission to Upper-Division Major Performance Study


    Description
    Majors in any performance degree concentration must successfully pass an admission to upper-division major performance study board.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. Should be taken in the same semester as MUAI 202, MUAP 202, or MUAV 202.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (MUAI 201, MUAP 201, or MUAV 201) and permission of department head.

    Cr 0
  
  • MUSC 201 - Advanced Music Theory I


    Description
    Principles and materials of chromatic tonal music including analysis of chromatic compositions in various genre, two- and three- art advanced melodic composition, advanced four-part chorale and keyboard style composition. Continued use of higher order notation software in writing assignments and composition. Computer laboratory projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 102 and MUSC 102L.
    Corequisite(s): MUSC 201L.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 201L - Advanced Ear Training/Sight Singing I


    Description
    Mastery of solfeggio system in the diatonic vocabulary; classical and jazz/popular music application; introduction of chromatic materials and modulation; mastery of ear training in diatonic vocabulary including four-part dictation and error detection; improvisation techniques vocally and/or on student’s major instrument. Use of high order music dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory assignments and projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Corequisite(s): MUSC 201.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 202L - Advanced Ear Training/Sight Singing II


    Description
    Mastery of chromatic materials and modulation with solfeggio system; introduction of tertian and modal materials; advanced four-part dictation and error detection; improvisation techniques vocally and/or on students major instrument. High-order music dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory assignments and projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 213 - Principles of Music II


    Description
    Continuation of the principles and materials of diatonic music including analysis of compositions in various genre, single and two-part melodic composition and four-part chorale and keyboard style composition. Use of higher order notation software in writing assignments and composition. Solfeggio system applied to diatonic music and related non-harmonic tones; ear training in diatonic vocabulary including single melodic line, two-part, and simple four-part dictation and error detection; improvisation techniques vocally and/or on student’s major instrument. Music notation, dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory assignments and projects required.

     

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 213 and (MUSC 102 and MUSC 102L).

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 113.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 3

  
  • MUSC 214 - Principles of Music III


    Description
    Principles and materials of chromatic tonal music including analysis of chromatic compositions in various genre, two- and three- art advanced melodic composition, advanced four-part chorale and keyboard style composition. Continued use of higher order notation software in writing assignments and composition. Mastery of solfeggio system in the diatonic vocabulary; classical and jazz/popular music application; introduction of chromatic materials and modulation; mastery of ear training in diatonic vocabulary including four-part dictation and error detection; improvisation techniques vocally and/or on student’s major instrument. Use of high order music notation, dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory assignments and projects required. 

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 214 and (MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L).

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 213.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 3
  
  • MUSC 215 - Music Appreciation


    LCCN CMUS 1013, Music Appreciation

    Description
    Basic elements and vocabulary of music; appreciation and understanding of diverse styles of music past and present; developing listening skills. Includes opportunities for experiencing music (recorded and/or live).

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 215 and MUSC 315.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Fine Arts
  
  • MUSC 218 - Music in Today’s Societies


    Description
    World music-cultures with emphasis on music’s use in religion, culture, and social organization.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 218 and MUSC 318.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Fine Arts
  
  • MUSC 220 - Improvisation I


    Description
    An introduction to the language, repertoire, and nomenclature of improvisation as associated with jazz and commercial music styles.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 213.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 230 - Form and Analysis


    Description
    Written and verbal analysis of musical structures defined within their historical and stylistic contexts.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 230 and MUSC 301.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Course Designation(s)
    • NYF
  
  • MUSC 251 - Introduction in Piano Pedagogy I


    Description
    Historical perspectives and survey of beginning methods for all ages of students. Observation of teaching in various settings required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 251 and MUSC 345.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • MUSC 253 - The History of Rock and Roll


    Description
    Survey of Rock and Roll from the 1920’s to today, with emphasis on influential artists, stylistic movements, and rock as a reflection of contemporary social-political values.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 253 and MUSC 353.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Fine Arts
  
  • MUSC 261 - Introduction to Music History and Literature


    Description
    Western and non-Western music history and literature through reading, directed listening and writing assignments. Development of aural and reasoning skills and analytic techniques with application to music literature.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 102 and MUSC 102L.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 281 - Percussion Instrument Class


    Description
    Group instruction in the pedagogy of percussion instruments with a focus on how to teach proper tone, technique, and approach.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 281 and MUSC 381.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 291 - Stringed Instrument Class


    Description
    Group instruction in the pedagogy of stringed and fretted instruments with a focus on how to teach proper tone, technique, and approach.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 291 and MUSC 391.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 308 - Conducting


    Description
    Basic conducting techniques; baton skills; terminology and transposition; problems of tempo, dynamics and articulation.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): [(MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L) or MUSC 214] and junior standing.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 311 - Professional Internship


    Description
    Practical, on-the-job experience in fields related to music performance. Interns must work a minimum of 40 hours per academic credit hours awarded.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. May be repeated to accrue a total of 6 credit hours, but only 4 credit hours may be applied toward a music degree.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 2
    Course Designation(s)
    • INT
  
  • MUSC 312 - Tonal Counterpoint


    Description
    Tonal contrapuntal techniques through analysis and composition. High order notation software for composition practicum and ear training/sight singing of materials. Computer laboratory assignments required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 313 - Principles of Music IV


    Description
    Written and verbal analysis of musical structures defined within their historical and stylistic contexts. Mastery of chromatic materials and modulation with solfeggio system; introduction of tertian and modal materials; advanced four-part dictation and error detection; improvisation techniques vocally and/or on students major instrument. High-order notation, music dictation and drill software. Computer laboratory assignments and projects required.

     

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 313 and (MUSC 230 and MUSC 202L) or MUSC 301.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 214.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 3

  
  • MUSC 322 - The Music of the Beatles


    Description
    Music, lyrics, recordings, production techniques, career strategy, social ramifications, and especially the technological impact of The Beatles.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUSC 324 - American Popular Music


    Description
    Historical study of the development of popular music, including genres from 1900 through current trends in the pop idiom. Musical excerpts and video clips used to illustrate historical trends.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUSC 327 - Music Technology in the Classroom and Studio


    Description
    Introduction to basic electronic technology currently in use in the music industry.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 327 and MUSC 314.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): [(MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L) or MUSC 214].

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 330 - 20th Century Techniques and Materials


    Description
    Analysis and composition using the techniques and materials of twentieth-century and contemporary music including extended tertian and post-tonal materials and styles. Continued use of high-order music notation software for writing assignments and composition. Computer laboratory projects required.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for MUSC 330 and MUSC 202.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 201, MUSC 201L, and MUSC 230.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 333 - Piano Sight-Reading and Accompanying I


    Description
    Development of piano sight-reading and accompanying skills.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 334 - Piano Sight-Reading and Accompanying II


    Description
    Continued development of piano sight-reading and accompanying skills.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 333.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 337 - Advanced Piano Sight-Reading and Accompanying I


    Description
    Advanced development of piano sight-reading and accompanying skills.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 334.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 338 - Advanced Piano Sight-Reading and Accompanying II


    Description
    Continued development of advanced piano sight-reading and accompanying skills.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 337.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2
  
  • MUSC 361 - Brasswind Instrument Class


    Description
    Group instruction in the pedagogy of brasswind instruments with a focus on how to teach proper tone, technique, and approach.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 362 - Music History and Literature I: Antiquity through Pre-Classic Period


    Description
    Literature, composers, styles, and performance of Western and non-Western music from antiquity through mid-eighteenth century, using lecture, reading, and directed listening.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 362 and MUSC 243 or MUSC 343.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): [(MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L) or MUSC 214] and junior standing.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUSC 363 - Music History and Literature II: Classic Period through Present


    Description
    Literature, composers, styles, and performance of Western and non-Western music from mid-eighteenth century through the present, using lecture, reading, and directed listening.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 363 and MUSC 343 or MUSC 344.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): [(MUSC 201 and MUSC 201L) or MUSC 214] and junior standing.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • NYF
  
  • MUSC 371 - Woodwind Instrument Class I


    Description
    Group instruction in the pedagogy of flute and clarinet with a focus on how to teach proper tone, technique, and approach.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 372 - Woodwind Instrument Class II


    Description
    Group instruction in the pedagogy of saxophone, bassoon, and oboe with a focus on proper tone, technique, and approach.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 380 - Symphonic Band


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Cr 1-2
  
  • MUSC 382 - Pep Band


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required for registration in all ensembles except MUSC 390 and MUSC 394. Students enrolled in ensembles for graduate credit at the 500-level serve as section leaders, coaches, and/or tutors as assigned by the director of the ensemble. They must also be prepared to serve as rehearsal models and to conduct full or sectional rehearsals as assigned by the ensemble director.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • MUSC 389 - Percussion Ensemble


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required for registration in all ensembles except MUSC 390 and MUSC 394. Students enrolled in ensembles for graduate credit at the 500-level serve as section leaders, coaches, and/or tutors as assigned by the director of the ensemble. They must also be prepared to serve as rehearsal models and to conduct full or sectional rehearsals as assigned by the ensemble director.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • MUSC 390 - Marching Band


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Cr 1-2
  
  • MUSC 392 - Vocal Pedagogy for the Music Education Major


    Description
    Basic principles of vocal production and the techniques used in training the young singer. Supervised practicum required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 394 - Concert Chorale


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Cr 1-2
  
  • MUSC 396 - Orchestra


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1-2
  
  • MUSC 397 - Vocal Ensemble


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required for registration in all ensembles except MUSC 390 and MUSC 394. Students enrolled in ensembles for graduate credit at the 500-level serve as section leaders, coaches, and/or tutors as assigned by the director of the ensemble. They must also be prepared to serve as rehearsal models and to conduct full or sectional rehearsals as assigned by the ensemble director.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • MUSC 398 - Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required for registration in all ensembles except MUSC 390 and MUSC 394. Students enrolled in ensembles for graduate credit at the 500-level serve as section leaders, coaches, and/or tutors as assigned by the director of the ensemble. They must also be prepared to serve as rehearsal models and to conduct full or sectional rehearsals as assigned by the ensemble director.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • MUSC 399 - Junior Recital for Music Performance


    Note(s)
    For music majors only. Should be taken in the same semester as 302-level major instrument course.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 301-level major instrument course and permission of department head.

    Cr 1
    Course Fee $100.00

  
  • MUSC 401 - Vocal Arranging


    Description
    Arranging/transcription techniques as applied to varied vocal ensembles including capabilities of voices, text analysis, and appropriate notation. Notational software for writing assignments and composition. Computer laboratory projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 312 or MUSC 313.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 402 - Instrumental Arranging


    Description
    Arranging/transcription techniques as applied to varied instrumental ensembles including capabilities of orchestral/band instruments and appropriate notation. Notational software for writing assignments and composition. Computer laboratory projects required.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 312 or MUSC 313.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 408 - Instrumental Conducting


    Description
    Theory and practice of conducting as applied to instrumental music.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. Concurrent enrollment in an instrumental ensemble is recommended.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 308.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 410 - Choral Conducting


    Description
    Theory and practice of conducting as applied to choral music.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. Concurrent enrollment in a choral ensemble is recommended.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MUSC 308.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 412 - Instrumental Conducting and Literature


    Description
    Expands upon basic conducting patterns, gestures, and applications introduced in MUSC 308, Conducting. The emphasis will be to improve in-depth diagnostic score study, instrumental rehearsal techniques, and non-verbal conducting gesture. A wide spectrum of instrumental music for large and small wind bands and orchestras of all types and levels will be examined.

    Note(s)
    For students in the Multiple Levels Grades K-12 [Music-Instrumental]​, PBC program only.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUSC 415 - Music in the Twentieth Century


    Description
    Study of the literature, composers, styles, and performance of music in the twentieth century.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. No duplicate credit for MUSC 415 and MUSC 515.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUSC 416 - Choral Conducting and Literature


    Description
    Expands upon basic conducting patterns, gestures, and applications introduced in MUSC 308, Conducting. The emphasis will be to improve in-depth diagnostic score study, choral rehearsal techniques, and non-verbal conducting gesture. A wide spectrum of vocal music for large and small choirs of all types and levels will be examined.

    Note(s)
    For students in the Multiple Levels Grades K-12 [Music-Vocal], PBC program only​.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • MUSC 445 - Pedagogy for Performance Majors I


    Description
    Teaching methods and supervised experience in training the individual student.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. May be repeated for credit for each instrument in which a major is earned.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
    Lab 1
  
  • MUSC 447 - Literature of the Performance Major I


    Description
    Comprehensive study of the literature of the student’s major instrument.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. May be repeated for credit for each instrument in which a major is earned.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • MUSC 481 - Special Topics in Music


    Description
    Study in selected areas of the student’s major field of interest culminating in a project to be determined by the assigned instructor and student.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. May be repeated to accrue a total of 4 credit hours.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and permission of department head.

    Cr 1-3
    Lec 1-3
  
  • MUSC 487 - Wind Symphony


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1-2
  
  • MUSC 490 - Recital for Music Education Majors


    Description
    Component of the student’s senior capstone experience in the Bachelor of Music Education degree.

    Note(s)
    For music education students only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (MUAI 302 or MUAV 302) and permission of department head.

    Cr 1
    Course Fee $100.00

    Course Designation(s)
    • CAP
  
  • MUSC 492 - Senior Recital for Music Performance


    Description
    Component of the student’s capstone experience in the Bachelor of Music in Performance degree.

    Note(s)
    For music majors only. Should be taken in the last semester.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 401-level major instrument course and permission of department head.

    Cr 4
    Course Fee $100.00

    Course Designation(s)
    • CAP
    • NYF
  
  • MUSC 493 - Chamber Music-Various Ensembles


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required for registration in all ensembles except MUSC 390 and MUSC 394. Students enrolled in ensembles for graduate credit at the 500-level serve as section leaders, coaches, and/or tutors as assigned by the director of the ensemble. They must also be prepared to serve as rehearsal models and to conduct full or sectional rehearsals as assigned by the ensemble director.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • MUSC 495 - Chamber Singers


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1-2
  
  • MUSC 498 - Advanced Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required for registration in all ensembles except MUSC 390 and MUSC 394. Students enrolled in ensembles for graduate credit at the 500-level serve as section leaders, coaches, and/or tutors as assigned by the director of the ensemble. They must also be prepared to serve as rehearsal models and to conduct full or sectional rehearsals as assigned by the ensemble director.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • MUSC 499 - Jazz Ensemble


    Description
    Permission of the director following an audition is required.

    Note(s)
    Only 1 credit hour per semester may be applied toward degree requirements to satisfy major ensemble requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
  
  • NFSC 111 - Introduction to Food Science


    Description
    Introduction to food composition, sensory analysis, product development, food preservation, processing, packaging, and food safety.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 111 and FACS 111 or NUFS 111.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 2
  
  • NFSC 112 - Food Safety and Sanitation


    Description
    Principles of food safety and sanitation for ServSafe Manager Certification.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 112 and FACS 112 or NUFS 112.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
  
  • NFSC 131 - Nutrition


    LCCN CBIO 2703, Nutrition

    Description
    Scientific approach to understanding principles of human nutrition, nutrient functions and requirements during all stages of life, and medical nutrition therapy.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 131 and FACS 131, FACS 132, NUFS 131, or NUFS 132.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NFSC 232 - Fundamentals of Quantity Food Production


    Description
    Introduction to resource management and design of food industry facilities; includes menu-planning, standardizing recipes, procurement of food and equipment, methods of delivery, and sustainability.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 232 and NUFS 232.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NFSC 234 - Menu Design and Analysis


    Description
    Menu planning for each area of the foodservice industry.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 234 and FACS 234 or NUFS 234.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NFSC 255 - Introduction to Nutrition and Food Science


    Description
    Overview of the profession of nutrition and food science designed to acquaint the student with job opportunities, roles of professionals in this field, and background information in the different concentrations.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 255 and FACS 255, FACS 355, or NUFS 255.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
  
  • NFSC 256 - Nutrition Topics


    Description
    Assigned readings, discussions, and reports on current nutrition topics.

    Note(s)
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 2 credit hours. No duplicate credit for NFSC 256 and FACS 256 or NUFS 256.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NFSC 131.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
  
  • NFSC 257 - Nutrition Across the Lifespan


    Description
    Changing nutrition needs and socioeconomic, psychosocial, and physiological factors affecting food and nutrition behavior throughout life cycle.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 257 and FACS 257 or NUFS 257.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NFSC 131 or permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NFSC 341 - Advances in Food Science and Technology


    Description
    Chemical and physical factors affecting the preparation of foods and the standards for judging quality of food products.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 341 and FACS 341 or NUFS 341.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 201, (MATH 231 or STAT 231), and NFSC 111.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 2
  
  • NFSC 343 - Food Processing


    Description
    Application of quantity food processing, food engineering, and food microbiology in a setting of using scientific methods, percentages of food ingredients, heat transfer in quantity foods, sensory analysis, research of product, and marketing.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 343 and FACS 343 or NUFS 343.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NFSC 232, NFSC 341, and Junior standing.

    Cr 3
    Lec 2
    Lab 2
  
  • NFSC 344 - Sports Nutrition


    Description
    Study of the nutritional requirement and physiological development of the sports active individual. Special emphasis on specific nutrient interactions, metabolism, proper diets, supplementation, energy balance, body composition, and electrolyte balance.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for NFSC 344 and FACS 344 or NUFS 344.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NFSC 131 or permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NFSC 349 - Nutrition Assessment


    Description
    Nutrition status assessment and indicators that include dietary intake, physical assessment, body composition, anthropometric measures, risk factors of chronic diseases, and laboratory analysis.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NFSC 257.

    Cr 1
    Lec 1
 

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