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Management |
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MGMT 495 - Business Policy
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Completion of all business core requirements; graduating seniors
Description: A capstone case analysis course that gives practice in applying business theories to the solution of management problems. An analysis of how top management determines strategy and policy and influences the philosophy and character of the company. Develops a general management viewpoint that integrates the various functions of the organization.
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Middle-Level Education |
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MIDL 221 - Literature for Middle Level
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Admission into Teacher Education Step 1
Description: A survey of children’s literature for middle-level students and examines the role of motivation in developing lifelong readers. Selection and evaluation criteria for each genre, including multicultural literature, are developed and applied. Classroom application and extensions of literature are explored, and current issues in the field of literature for middle-level learners are examined. Appropriate adaptations for resistant readers, students with exceptional needs, and students who are learning English are explored.
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MIDL 222 - Reading Instruction and Assessment in Grades 4-8
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Admission into Teacher Education Step 1; middle-level education 4-8 major
Description: Provides preservice teachers with various strategies, techniques, and materials related to teaching reading in grades 4 through 8. Current research and practical applications are interwoven to ensure a systematic coverage of the most recent methods and best practice for diverse students in grades 4 through 8.
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MIDL 310 - Instructional Theory and Planning for the Middle Level
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Admission into Teacher Education Step 1; middle-level education 4-8 major
Description: Competencies specific to the art and science of teaching adolescents are introduced with a focus on academic, social, and emotional developmental characteristics of young adolescents as they transition to the middle school. Familiarizes students with the fundamentals of middle-level learning and teaching theory and correspondingly appropriate models of teaching. Planning for instruction is evidenced through the development of lesson and unit plans that reflect utility in inclusive and diverse settings.
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MIDL 311 - Social Studies Instruction and Assessment in Grades 4-8
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Junior status (60cr or more)
Description: An overview of social studies methods instruction in the middle school classroom. Includes the study of objectives, trends, patterns and principles of organization, and techniques of instruction as it relates to social studies content areas: geography, Pennsylvania history, United States and world history, economics, and civics and government. Instruction includes assessment strategies for diverse middle school learners in inclusive classroom settings.
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MIDL 312 - Science Instruction and Assessment in Grades 4-8
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Admission into Teacher Education Step 1; BIOL 103 , GEOS 101 /GEOS 102 , SCI 105 all strongly recommended
Description: Emphasizes science as it relates to middle school students and curriculum, planning for teaching science, and recent innovations in science teaching.
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MIDL 315 - Classroom Management and Adolescent Development
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Junior status (60cr or more)
Description: For middle-level education 4-8 majors to create a professional classroom management plan that supports the healthy development of all young adolescents in a diverse middle school environment. Students discuss, analyze, and apply major concepts, principles, theories, and research related to young adolescent development, including adolescents with special needs and English language learners.
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MIDL 321 - 21st-Century Literacies for Diverse Learners
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Teaches the impact of technology in the field of literacy of all subjects. Addresses issues and trends related to the use of technology. Includes technology integration in the curriculum and the incorporation of appropriate technologies to support diverse learners.
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MIDL 408 - Literacy in the Content Areas
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MIDL 222
Description: Provides preservice teachers with various strategies, techniques, and materials related to teaching reading and writing in various content areas. Current research and practical applications are interwoven to assist teachers in the development of successful methods for comprehending text in science, social studies, health, English, and mathematics. For undergraduate students as a special elective or as a required course for majors in middle-level education with a specialization in English/language arts.
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MIDL 422 - Diagnostic and Remedial Reading
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Teacher Education Step I
Description: Helps educators identify causes of reading disability in middle-level learners. Methods of diagnosis, procedures, and materials for remedial work are discussed. Strategies to improve students’ content acquisition are included through both group and individual remediation. For undergraduate students seeking certification for middle-level education with a specialization in English/language Arts.
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MIDL 425 - Methods of Teaching Language Arts in Grades 4-8
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MIDL 222 with a grade of “C” or better
Description: Emphasizes the view that the art of communication is an interrelated process, and the task of the middle grades teacher is to integrate the language arts throughout the entire curriculum. Techniques for teaching oral and written communication skills, listening, viewing, and visually representing are presented. Other integral components include spelling instruction to meet the developmental needs of middle-level learners and methods for increasing vocabulary growth. Special emphasis is given to recent trends and research in middle grades education.
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Marketing |
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MKTG 320 - Principles of Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ECON 122
Description: A study of those activities necessary to the design, pricing, promotion, and distribution of goods and services for use by organizations and ultimate consumers.
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MKTG 321 - Consumer Behavior
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 , PSYC 101
Description: A survey of noteworthy contributions of behavioral science and research on consumer purchasing and decision-making process, with particular attention to formal and informal influence patterns.
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MKTG 350 - International Business
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MGMT 310
Description: Studies the international dimensions of business and the critical environmental and organizational factors that affect managerial approaches in the international arena. Focuses upon the impact of cultures, women, religions, ethnic minorities, racial minorities and country uniqueness upon international businesses. (Students cannot earn credit for both MGMT 350 and MKTG 350, unless the course is a D/F repeat, whereupon it will serve as a substitute for the original D/F course.) Offered: (Also offered as MKTG 350.)
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MKTG 420 - Marketing Management
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 , MKTG 321 , junior standing
Description: An analysis of marketing and operational problems and policies involved in planning, organizing, coordinating, and controlling a total marketing program.
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MKTG 421 - Marketing Research
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 , MATH 214
Description: Nature, methods, analysis, and application of present-day marketing research techniques utilized in the solution of practical marketing problems.
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MKTG 430 - International Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: International marketing and markets are analyzed. Special consideration is given to the significance of government regulations, organization structures of export and import enterprises, and credit policies.
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MKTG 431 - Business-to-Business Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: Concerned with the major activities involved in the marketing of industrial goods and services, including the industrial marketing system, marketing information needs of the industrial firm, industrial marketing implementation and control, and channel, pricing, product, and promotional strategies for industrial goods.
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MKTG 433 - Advertising
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: An introduction to the principles, practices, and creations of advertising. Use of various media and legal, economic, social, and ethical aspects of advertising are also considered.
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MKTG 434 - Business Logistics: Technical Analysis and Applications
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Senior standing, MKTG 320 , MGMT 330
Description: Implements a technical and analytical approach for designing and executing the logistics functions within business supply chains. Analyzes and evaluates the key logistical domains of order processing, inventory functions, warehousing, transportation, distribution, and customer service elements using quantitative methods and management science techniques. Applies a systems perspective for optimization of logistical parameters toward industrial marketing and operations efficiencies in the varied dynamics of transactional fulfillment.
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MKTG 435 - Professional Selling and Sales Management
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: Introduces the role and nature of modern personal selling in marketing. Theory and practice of personal selling process, sales planning, delivering sales presentations, and relationship marketing are emphasized. Basics of managing sales force including territory management, recruiting, training, and compensating sales force are also covered.
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MKTG 436 - Retail Management
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 , junior standing
Description: Introduces students to all facets of retailing, including the history of retailing, retail theories, and decision making in retailing framework.
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MKTG 437 - Services Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: Focuses on current theories and applications of marketing techniques in the fast-growing area of services in the business, government, and nonprofit sectors. Emphasizes characteristics of services and their marketing implications and formulation and implementation of marketing strategies for service firms.
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MKTG 439 - Internet Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: Presents a strategic framework for developing marketing strategies on the Internet. Extends the marketing mix framework to e-commerce using current theories and applications in online product, online pricing, web-based marketing communication, and distribution strategies. Other topics include marketing research on the Internet, electronic retailing, Internet-based customer relationship management, and legal-ethical dimensions of e-marketing. Students use Internet-based, online marketing cases.
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MKTG 440 - Direct Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: An introduction to the role and nature of direct marketing, including its current theory and practice. Topics include designing and implementing direct mail marketing, telemarketing, catalog marketing, e-mail marketing and Web/Internet based direct marketing for consumer and industrial markets. Case studies and applications are utilized. Social, public policy, and legal issues in direct marketing are also explored.
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MKTG 442 - Social Cause Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 or instructor permission
Description: Prepares managers of nonprofit organizations and those whose mission is to plan and implement strategies for social change in society. Topics and activities will focus on strategic and tactical marketing approaches and planning and organizing for effective control of market performance of nonprofit organizations and programs.
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MKTG 443 - New Product Design and Branding
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: Discusses the new product design, development, branding, and launch process companies use to bring a new concept to market by satisfying customers’ unmet needs. Blends the perspectives of marketing and design and the process of product creation. A step-by-step process from product planning and concept generation to commercialization and product launch planning is covered.
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MKTG 444 - Green Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: Entails a diverse perspective to understanding the impact of human consumption on the environment and development of marketing strategies to improve the human-environment interaction through creation, communication, and delivery of superior value and customer relationship management.
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MKTG 445 - Social Media Marketing
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 or equivalent
Description: Explores the online marketing activities, practices, and interactions of individuals and organizations using conversational electronic media. Assorted social media interactive networking tools and applications are examined. Students study and develop social media marketing programs.
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MKTG 448 - Brand Design
Class Hours: 1.5
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320
Description: An integrated study of branding concepts in marketing and art, including aesthetics in commercial art, design of brand and corporate identity trademarks, theories of brand marketing and business strategy, customer touchpoints in brand communication and branding as a corporate strategy. Offered: (Also offered as ART 448 ; may not be taken for duplicate credit.)
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MKTG 450 - Marketing Strategy
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MKTG 320 ; senior standing
Description: Develops marketing and business decision-making skills to evaluate real-world business situations, analyzes marketing problems and scenarios, and produces solutions in the form of marketing and business strategies. Involves analyses based on quantification of marketing decisions and problem-solving scenarios using exercises and in-depth case studies that develop analytical reasoning. This senior-level course integrates knowledge of marketing and other business management functions into marketing strategy development, implementation, and control using either a marketing plan or marketing simulation exercises. Readings on classic and emerging issues provide applied perspectives of marketing in the business environment.
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MKTG 481 - Special Topics l
Class Hours: var
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Description: Covers advanced, innovative, or exploratory topics and disciplines within marketing. Specific content items developed by instructor. Credits may be applied to either required (by permission of department chairperson) or free electives in a student’s program. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
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MKTG 482 - Independent Study
Class Hours: var
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
Description: Individual research and analysis of contemporary problems and issues in a concentrated area of study under the guidance of a senior faculty member.
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MKTG 493 - Marketing Internship
Class Hours: var
Credits: 3-12
Description: Practical experience in the marketing field to develop knowledge and experience in the practical application of theory to actual problems in a nonclassroom situation. A maximum of 3cr of internship in the student’s major may be applied toward the marketing major-area elective requirements. Additional internship credit must be used as free electives only. Admission only by permission of the department chairperson and the dean, Eberly College of Business and Information Technology.
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Military Science |
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MLSC 101 - Introduction to Military Science
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 2
Description: A study of the organization of the United States Army and the role of the military in today’s society. Emphasizes the customs and traditions of the service, the Total Army concept, and the fundamentals of leadership. Includes instruction in basic military skills, land navigation, and personal nutrition and fitness. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 102 - Fundamentals of Military Science
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 2
Description: The study of the basic knowledge regarding military service and the profession of arms. Emphasizes basic military skill, first aid, and the development of leadership abilities through practical exercises. Includes instruction on offensive and defensive tactics, the Army writing style, and military briefings. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 191 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development I
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 192 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development II
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 203 - Fundamentals of Tactical Operations, Techniques of Leadership, and Weapons Characteristics
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 2
Description: Organization, techniques, resources, and capabilities involved in conducting small-unit tactical operations. Emphasizes leadership, organization, and management techniques needed to cause a group of people to accomplish specific objectives. Characteristics of military weapons systems are taught. Students serve as leaders in Leadership Labs.
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MLSC 204 - National Security and Fundamentals of Military Topography
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 2
Description: The study of national security concepts, policies, and national decision-making process with emphasis on national resources, national will, and economic factors. Includes a study of nuclear and conventional response options. Fundamentals of military topography, including the use of military maps to determine topographic features, to conduct land navigation, and to perform terrain analysis, are covered. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 291 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development III
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 292 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development IV
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 305 - Fundamentals of Leadership and Modern Learning/Teaching Relationship
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 3
Description: A study in practical application of principles of leadership/management as applied in classroom and field to include case studies in psychological, physiological, and sociological factors that affect human behavior; individual and group solution of leadership problems common to small units. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 306 - Study of Advance Leader Planning and Execution of Modern Combat Operations
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 3
Description: An analysis of leader’s role in directing and coordinating efforts of individuals and small units in execution of offensive and defensive tactical missions, to include command and control systems, the military team, and communications techniques. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 391 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development V
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 392 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development VI
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 407 - Management of the Military Complex to Include Fundamentals of Military and International Law
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 3
Description: The study of the various managerial elements needed to effectively control a military organization and the techniques used to accomplish these functions. Studies in military law and international law prepare the students for their legal responsibilities. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 408 - Seminar in Military Analysis and Management
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 3
Description: Contemporary analysis of use of military in world affairs to include importance of strategic mobility and neutralization of insurgent movements. Selected management problems and situations are presented as they relate to military justice, administration, and obligation and responsibilities of an officer. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
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MLSC 491 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development VII
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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MLSC 492 - Army ROTC Physical Fitness Development VIII
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: MLSC students only
Description: Principles of individual and group physical fitness through the planning and execution of fitness training for all participating students. Primarily hands-on, performance-oriented training. Students are challenged with scheduling and executing PRT programs that ensure their future soldiers and units are prepared to successfully perform their wartime mission. This curriculum instills effective leadership that is essential to the success of future military leaders.
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XX — - Leadership Laboratory (one afternoon per week)
Class Hours: var
Credits: 0
Description: A practical experience for the attainment and application of leadership principles. Concurrently scheduled in conjunction with all Military Science courses, provides for practical challenges in personal accomplishment, both physical and mental, and for development of teamwork and leadership.
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XX — - Summer Camp
Class Hours: var
Credits: 0
Description: Attend a six-week summer camp upon completion of the first year of the Advanced Course. Time at camp is devoted to practical application of principles and theories taught during the preceding school year. While at camp, each student receives lodging, subsistence, uniforms, medical care, reimbursement for travel, and pay in amount of one-half pay of second lieutenant per month.
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Music History |
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MUHI 101 - Introduction to Music
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: A broad introduction to the technical, artistic, historical, social, and cultural dimensions of music, drawing on musical traditions from around the world. Students learn to recognize basic ways in which music is put together, communicates meaning to its listeners, and enriches many aspects of life. Through attendance at concerts, students gain familiarity with musical events in their community.
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MUHI 102 - Music and Literature Survey
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Introduces students to a broad spectrum of music and literature of various genres through a careful analysis of poetry, fiction, and drama, both in the original format and in a variety of musical settings. Includes music and literature of various time periods, nationalities, and minorities, including works by women and works from non-western musical and literary traditions. Designed for music majors and others who have a substantial knowledge of music, this course fulfills both the liberal studies fine arts and humanities literature requirements for music majors.
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MUHI 222 - Music of the British Invasion
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Explores the music, personalities, and cultural and historical influences of the so-called “British Invasion” of popular music to America. Covers groups and individual performers from the UK who made an impact on the American popular music scene from 1964 to 1979. Addresses the pre-invasion scene and the long-term effects of the British Invasion.
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MUHI 223 - Musical Cultures from Around the World
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Explores a variety of world cultures through their music. Focuses on music as a product and reflection of culture as well as an aesthetic art form. Introduces the basic elements of music, identifies the musical styles of different cultures, and analyzes how music communicates and reflects cultural values that enrich the lives of people in these communities. Provides concert attendance opportunities to gain familiarity with musical events in communities and reflect on the role of the individual in these musical cultures.
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MUHI 301 - Music History I
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MUHI 102 , ENGL 202 , and HIST 196 or HIST 197 or HIST 198
Description: Surveys the musicians, cultural settings, aesthetics, musical styles and repertoires of Western Europe from Antiquity to the late 18th century, as well as musical traditions from Asia, Africa, and South America with influence on Western music. Introduces research methods in music history.
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MUHI 302 - Music History II
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MUHI 102 , ENGL 202 , HIST 196 or HIST 197 or HIST 198
Description: Surveys the musicians, cultural settings, aesthetics, musical styles and repertoires of Europe and the United States from the late 18th century to the present, as well as influential musical traditions from Asia and Africa. Develops research writing skills in music history.
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MUHI 333 - History of Popular Music Since 1945
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Survey of the musical figures, styles, and cultures of popular music in the US and the UK since 1945.
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MUHI 421 - Topics in American Music
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MUHI 301 , MUHI 302
Description: Emphasizes reading, discussion, and writing on specialized topics in the history of American music. The topic varies from semester to semester and are announced before registration. Addresses such topics as Art Music in American Culture, Music and the Moving Image, Popular Music, Music and Drama, or Virtuoso Performers in America.
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MUHI 425 - 19th-Century Music
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MUHI 301 , MUHI 302
Description: Examines the musical and historical aspects of some representative works in four significant repertoires of 19th-century music: songs, characteristic works for piano, opera, and symphonies. Further examines how the works intersect with a number of social, cultural, aesthetic, political, and economic themes that pervade the century, such as the rise of the middle class, city cultures, the domestic music market, the invention of “the folk,” nationalism and exoticism, social and political revolutions, idealism and its successors, and the virtuoso.
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MUSC 110 - Fundamentals of Theory
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Rudiments of materials; harmonic, melodic, rhythmic, and basic formal procedures of the common practice period including pitch reading, interval construction, scales, and modes.
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MUSC 111 - Theory Skills I
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: Develops aural skills through dictation and interpretation of written music by sight-singing. Taken in conjunction with Theory I.
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MUSC 112 - Theory Skills II
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: MUSC 111 with a grade of “C” or better or Satisfactory
Description: Continues development of aural skills through dictation, sight-singing, keyboard skills, and improvisation. Taken in conjunction with Theory II.
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MUSC 113 - Theory I Practicum
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: Reinforces the core concepts of MUSC 115 via recitation, written coursework, guided listening, and musicianship drills. Students who fail the department’s undergraduate diagnostic exam must complete MUSC 113 in conjunction with MUSC 115 .
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MUSC 114 - Analysis of Popular Music
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Introduces active listening and the materials of Western music via contemporary popular repertoire. Covers notation, basic pitch, and rhythm constructs, and analysis with and without score, as well as aspects of songwriting, production, and recording.
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MUSC 115 - Theory I
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission; concurrent enrollment in MUSC 113 or score of at least 70 percent on the departmental theory placement exam
Description: The study of the harmonic, melodic, and formal devices of the common practice period, from simple diatonic chords through seventh chords.
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MUSC 116 - Theory II
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MUSC 115 , with a grade of “C” or better or Satisfactory
Description: The study of the harmonic, melodic, and formal devices of the common practice period, from simple diatonic chords through secondary dominants. Introduces basic music forms.
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MUSC 120 - Brass Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: A chamber ensemble experience for brass performers.
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MUSC 121 - Chamber Singers
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: Performs a broad spectrum from early Gregorian chant to contemporary rock cantatas.
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MUSC 122 - University Chorale
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: Studies and performs masterworks from the choral literature.
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MUSC 123 - Symphony Band
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: A large ensemble experience for woodwind, brass, and percussion performers.
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MUSC 124 - Concert Band
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0/1
Description: A large ensemble experience for woodwind, brass, and percussion performers.
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MUSC 125 - Marching Band
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 6
Credits: 0/1
Description: No Description
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MUSC 126 - Music Theater
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 6
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: The study and performance of a wide variety of musical theater venues from opera to Broadway.
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MUSC 127 - Percussion Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 4
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: The student performs pieces ranging from traditional to contemporary, novelty to transcriptions, and marimba ensembles to world music.
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MUSC 128 - Opera/Musical in Production Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Successful audition and instructor permission
Description: An opportunity with academic credit to make significant contributions to campus opera and musical theater productions, augmenting music course work in the areas of musical training and performance experience for the singer-actor and the pit orchestra musician. Course work consists of rehearsal and performance of a full-length mainstage opera or musical, culminating in four to eight public performances. Singers in the production ensemble learn performance techniques, characterization skill, and physical coordination and freedom of movement on stage. Instrumentalists in the pit orchestra learn performance and ensemble techniques, including challenging reading skills and the ability to interpret a wide variety of musical styles. This is a repeatable course that meets Music Department ensemble requirements.
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MUSC 129 - University Symphony Orchestra
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 5
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: Provides experience performing standard orchestral repertoire as well as new and unusual works for orchestra.
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MUSC 130 - String Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: Provides string players an experience with music from Baroque works of Vivaldi, Handel, and Bach to the new and experimental.
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MUSC 131 - University Wind Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0/1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: A large ensemble experience for woodwind, brass, and percussion performers.
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MUSC 132 - Treble or Bass Chorus
Class Hours: var
Credits: 0-1
Description: Provides choral ensemble experience for vocalists with treble or bass voices, respectively.
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MUSC 133 - Woodwind Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 0-1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: A chamber ensemble experience for woodwind performers.
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MUSC 134 - University Chorus
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0-1
Description: A large, mixed chorus that performs major works each semester.
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MUSC 135 - Jazz Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0-1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: The study and performance of all styles of jazz, including swing, Latin, rock fusion, and other contemporary idioms.
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MUSC 136 - Advanced Jazz Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 0-1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: The student performs a mixture of jazz styles from Latin to swing, ballads to fusion.
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MUSC 137 - Piano Accompanying
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 0-1
Description: Piano accompanying may be scheduled by qualified (successful audition) pianists from the Music Department in partial fulfillment of ensemble requirements. Pianists registered for this course will provide accompaniments for Music Department students in solo vocal or instrumental performances in area and departmental recitals and/or in voice and instrumental lessons. Repeated: May be repeated for credit. Approved: Registration must be approved by a designated Music Department faculty member from the piano area.
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MUSC 138 - Vocal Repertoire Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 0-1
Prerequisite: Music major with a successful audition and instructor permission
Description: Explores the performance practices of various styles and genres of classical vocal music, augmenting course work in the areas of applied voice training and performance experience for vocal musicians in a master class format. Features a different vocal style/genre/theme each semester. Course work for the ensemble consists of performance and coaching of assigned music concentrating on historically informed performance practice, as well as composer study and style profiles. Possible topics include Sacred Vocal Music, English Renaissance and Baroque Vocal Music, Vocal Music of Franz Schubert, Vocal Music of the American 20th Century, Vocal Music for the High School Students, etc. This is a repeatable course that meets the Music Department’s ensemble requirements.
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MUSC 139 - Piano Ensemble
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major, instructor permission
Description: The study and performance of repertoire for piano in ensemble with other pianists, vocalists, and instrumentalists. Special considerations for accompanying and collaborating in chamber music are discussed and practiced.
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MUSC 140 - Popular Music Ensemble
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Description: Laboratory for performance and creative expression in all popular musical styles. Includes individual and group projects based their abilities, artistic interests, and the makeup of the ensemble. Some background with songwriting, voice, or a musical instrument is encouraged, but the course is open to any interested student. Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
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MUSC 151 - Class Voice I
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: For non-voice and music education majors. Development of correct vocal production techniques through individual and group performance in class. Use of the voice as a tool for theory skills and for eventual use in the music classroom.
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MUSC 153 - Class Piano I
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: For music majors with no significant background in piano who need to develop functional keyboard skills. Emphasizes scales, chord progressions, and sight-reading. Harmonizing melodies and playing simple accompaniments are included in this skill-oriented course.
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MUSC 154 - Class Piano II
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Description: A continuation of Class Piano I; for music majors.
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MUSC 155 - Class Strings I
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: For music education majors who will develop rudimentary playing techniques sufficient to initiate instruction for beginning students. Emphasizes correct playing positions and tone production for violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
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MUSC 157 - Class Percussion I
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: A practical introduction to the various instruments of the percussion family. Students demonstrate correct playing techniques and develop a resource file containing information on percussion instruments and instructional materials as needed by the school music teacher.
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MUSC 159 - Class Brass I
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: For music education majors who will demonstrate rudimentary playing techniques and tone production skills to initiate beginning instruction. Students develop playing on trumpet or French horn and trombone, euphonium or tuba.
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MUSC 161 - Class Woodwinds I
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Music major or instructor permission
Description: For music education majors who will acquire correct tone production and playing techniques sufficient to initiate beginning instruction. Students demonstrate skills with flute, clarinet, saxophone, and oboe or bassoon.
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MUSC 180 - Technology for General Musicianship
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: Music major enrolled in BA or BFA program or instructor permission
Description: An introduction to the fundamental concepts of music technology, including the basics of digital audio sound recording, music notation, MIDI, mixing and sound synthesis, and the construction and use of web pages in a music career.
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MUSC 190 - Introduction to Music Education
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 1
Credits: 1
Description: Introduces foundational concepts and practices in music education.
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MUSC 211 - Theory Skills III
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: MUSC 112 , with a grade of “C” or better or Satisfactory
Description: Further development of aural skills through dictation, sight singing, keyboard skills, and improvisation. Taken in conjunction with Theory III.
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MUSC 212 - Theory Skills IV
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: MUSC 211 and MUSC 154 or APMU 151 , with a grade of “C” or better or Satisfactory
Description: Culmination of the development of aural and keyboard skills including sight-reading, performance, and improvisation. Taken in conjunction with Theory IV.
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