Jun 01, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


Courses offered only online or both online and on-ground are indicated with (**)asterisks.

 

Mechanical Engineering

  
  • MECH 4323 - Senior Design II

    (3) Continuation of Senior Design I. Students refine their design, fabricate a functional prototype, produce a final report, and give an oral presentation. PREREQUISITE: MECH 4314  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4324 - Computer Methods in Design

    (3) Application of computer aided drafting packages to design of mechanical components and systems. Introduction to fundamental concepts and principles of finite element methods and design optimization. Design project assignments using computerized engineering software for analysis and design solution. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3323 , MECH 3341  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4325 - Adv Mech Materials

    (3) Beams on elastic foundations, experimental stress analysis, torsion of non-circular sections, curved beam theory, unsymmetrical bending. PREREQUISITE: MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4326 - Biomedical System Analys/Mech

    (3) Introduction to concepts used in analyzing living systems. Simulation of body functions with mechanical and computer models. Familiarization with design of mechanical bioengineering devices such as heart valves, heart-lung machines, renal dialysis machines. PREREQUISITE: MECH 2332 , MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4330 - Intro Composite Materials

    (3) Introduction to fiber reinforced composite materials. Includes mechanical behavior, strength, design methodology, and implementation of computer aided design. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3320 , MECH 2320 , MECH 3341  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4331 - Turbomachinery

    (3) Basic principles of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics as applied to rotating machinery; ideal and actual operating characteristics of pumps, fans, turbines and compressors; design of real systems. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3331  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4333 - Aerospace Propulsion Syst

    (3) Fundamentals of air breathing and rocket propulsion devices; principles of combustion thermodynamics, gas turbine operation, solid and liquid propellants, performance evaluation, and atmospheric and space mission propulsion requirements. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3331  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4335 - System Dynamics Lab

    (1) Experiments in vibrations and feedback control systems with experimental verification of theory in system dynamics studies. Three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: MECH 4322  .
  
  • MECH 4337 - Internal Combustion Engines

    (3) Principles of Otto and Diesel cycle engines; effects of various fuels and fuel delivery systems, air induction systems, ignition systems, and pollution control techniques on engine performance. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3312 , MECH 3331  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4339 - Appld Computational Fluid Dyna

    (3) Introduction to fundamental mathematical models and computational methods for simulating the physics of fluid flow and heat transfer; identify limitation of simulation approach, recognize sources of error, evaluation of solution quality. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3341 , MECH 3351  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4340 - Manufacturing Processes

    (3) Introduction to manufacturing processes: fundamentals of mechanical behavior of materials, manufacturing properties of materials; casting, bulk deformation, sheet metal forming, material removal processes; processing of polymers, ceramics and glasses, composite materials; powder metallurgy; fastening and joining processes; nontraditional manufacturing processes; economics of integrated design and manufacturing; recent developments in manufacturing. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3320 , MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4342 - Intro/Packaging Engineering

    (3) Fundamental study of functions of packaging, packaging material, container type, processes, technology and equipment employed to protect goods during handling, shipping and storage.
  
  • MECH 4344 - Mechanical Controls

    (3) Fundamental classical control concepts; modeling of linear mechanical control systems; transient, accuracy and performance analyses and design of control systems using root locus sketch, Nyquist diagrams and Bode plots. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3321  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4345 - Design of Mechanisms

    (3) Graphical and analytical mechanism synthesis techniques for path generation, function generation, rigid body guidance and optimization of force transmission characteristics. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3321 , MECH 3323  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4346 - Adv Mechanical Controls

    (3) Advanced design and modeling of mechanical control systems; review of digital and optimal control systems and simulation of control systems. PREREQUISITE: MECH 4344  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4350 - Principles of Biomechanics

    (4) Biomechanics of tissues and structures of musculosketetal system; biomechanics of all joints; applications of statics, mechanics, linear viscoelasticity. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3320 , MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4360 - Selection of Engr Materials

    (3) Detailed study of main classes of materials and their properties and uses; design criteria for various failure modes and selected environment case studies, technical tutorials and design exercises. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3320 , MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4365 - Biomaterials

    (4) (Same as BIOM 4730 ). Biocompatibility and biofunctionality; materials for bone and joint replacement; materials for the cardiovascular system; materials and artificial organs; dental restorative materials; materials for drug delivery; materials for ophthalmology. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3320 , MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4369 - Process Engineering

    (3) Application of fundamental principles of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics to the analysis and design, fabrication and construction of process equipment and facilities which include physical and/or chemical transformations. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3351  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4371 - Mechanical Vibrations

    (3) Kinematics of harmonic and non-harmonic vibrations; system of one and several degrees of freedom, free and forced vibrations; self-excited vibrations. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3321  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4383 - Nondestructive Test I

    (3) Visual and optical methods; radiographic methods; ultrasonic testing; acoustic emission; magnetic methods; eddy current method; penetrant testing; standards, training and certification issues; case studies; projects. PREREQUISITE: MECH 3320 , MECH 3323 , MECH 3341  with gradeS of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4384 - Nondestructive Test II

    (3) Nuclear radiographic methods; acoustic and dynamic techniques; magnetic resonance testing; volatile liquid testing; thin layer chromatography; thermoplastic stress analysis; research techniques; case studies; projects. PREREQUISITE: MECH 4383  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4391 - Mechanical Engineering Proj

    (1-3) Independent investigation of mechanical engineering problems in consultation with instructor. PREREQUISITE: senior standing.
  
  • MECH 4393 - Appld Finite Element Analysis

    (3) (Same as BIOM 4393 ). Fundamental topics associated with use of finite element analysis in mechanical and biomedical engineering applications; introduction to finite element theory, model generation, CAD interfacing, post-processing of results and validation. PREREQUISITE: BIOM 2810  or MECH 2320  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • MECH 4395 - Honors Thesis Proposal

    (3) Scholarly work in engineering requires advanced understanding in a particular field of study as well as the foundation in fundamental principles provided by the undergraduate curriculum. The student will work with an Honors Thesis advisor to identify a suitable thesis topic and to develop the advanced understanding required for scholarly study of that topic. A formal written and oral proposal must be accepted by the departmental honors committee for the successful completion of this course. PREREQUISITE: senior standing and approval by the departmental honors committee.
  
  • MECH 4396 - Honors Thesis

    (3) Original scholarly work is performed under the direction of an Honors Thesis advisor and reported in a thesis. Successful completion of this course requires an oral defense of the thesis and acceptance of the thesis by the departmental honors committee. PREREQUISITE: MECH 4395  with a grade of C- or better and approval by the departmental honors committee.
  
  • MECH 4397 - Mechanical Engr Practicum

    (1) Preparation for professional practice through experiential learning under the supervision of an experienced engineer with oversight by a member of the department’s faculty. Student’s must work a minimum of 10 hours, and no more than 20 hours per week. Regular reporting throughout course required. Repeatable Maximum repeat for 3 hours credit, but student may not enroll in MECH 4397 for more than 1 credit hour per semester. Cannot be taken concurrently with ENGR 4001 . PREREQUISITE: departmental approval.
  
  • MECH 4401 - Intro to Additive Manufacturing

    (3) Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a process of joining materials to make objects from 3D model data, usually layer upon layer, as opposed to subtractive manufacturing methodologies. This course offers a thorough introduction to the basics, principles, and applications of commercially available additive manufacturing techniques. PREREQUISITE: MECH 2320   or CIVL 3121  
  
  • MECH 4990-4998 - Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering

    (1-3) Topics are varied and in online class listings.

Merchandising

  
  • MRCH 2000 - Visual Imaging for Fashion and Merchandising

    (3) Students learn the fundamental specific to fashion and merchandising using relevant software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.  They develop original designs through research.  Trends, design journals, various presentation formats and design markets are explored.
  
  • MRCH 2004 - Tech Skills for Merchandising

    (3) (CSED) Students interested in housing, home furnishing, and related areas focus on varied program of technical skills involving 2-point perspective sketches and drafting freehand and with computer. Spring only.
  
  • MRCH 2005 - Introd to the Fashion Industry

    (3) (CSED) Introduction to the types of enterprises, activities, operations, interrelationships, and practices in fashion industry; emphasis on merchandising terminology and techniques.
  
  • MRCH 2010 - Textiles

    (3) (Formerly MRCH 4405) Application of research, critical thinking, and problem solving skills to identify and analyze textile industry trends, historical events and developments, and practices that support the merchandising of textiles and end products to consumers. .
  
  • MRCH 2050 - Computer Applications for VMED

    (3) Use of computer applications as a creative design and merchandising communication tool. This course introduces concepts and principles of CAD techniques in enabling designers to develop and present their concepts in 2D and 3D drawings and renderings.  PREREQUISITE: MRCH 2004  
  
  • MRCH 2106 - 3D Visual Merchandising

    (3) (CSED) Theory and practice in visual merchandising (display); including retail interior planning, window display techniques, display creation, planning promotions, and determining budgets.
  
  • MRCH 2200 - Fashion Sketching and Illustration for Design

    (3) This course students learn the proportions and techniques for sketching the nine-head figure.and emphasizes the perfection of fashion figure poses, the accurate illustration of garments, and the development of the students own sketching style. Students learn to render, using colored pencil, markers, pen and computer.

     

  
  • MRCH 3000 - Color and Basic Design Studies and Applications

    (3) Introduction to the elements and principles upon which designs are structured. Concepts covered include line, shape, value, composition, space, texture, and color theory and their application into the industry of fashion and visual merchandising. Course projects focus on the digital manipulation of photo imagery and the development of fabric prints and graphics with emphasis on the elements and principles of design. Students critique aspects of a visual representation by analyzing the components of design and the use of color by the designer.

     

  
  • MRCH 3050 - Costume History

    (3) This course provides an overview of costume history in Western culture from ancient civilizations to the present. Students examine cultural, social, and historical events and analyze their effect on the history of costume and apparel, including the influence of historical costume on fashion today. Students develop a broad fashion vocabulary and become familiar with period costume terminology.

     

  
  • MRCH 3075 - Basic Industry Sewing and Construction

    (3) This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of garment construction. The student will have an overview of the industrial equipment, the processes of measuring, cutting, sewing, and sequence of assembly. Through the completion of samples and the construction of basic garments, students apply fundamental garment construction skills utilizing industrial equipment.

  
  • MRCH 3100 - Pattern Drafting I

    (3) Flat pattern techniques in accordance with garment trade practices.  Emphasis will be on the manipulation of patterns for more complex designs.  Students develop an understanding of how to use the basic block in constructing muslin samples.

  
  • MRCH 3104 - Housing and Related Arts

    (3) (CSED) Elements and principles of design applied to selection of housing and related home furnishings.
  
  • MRCH 3204 - Residential Kitchen Planning

    (3) (CSED) (Same as ART 3204). Design aspects of residential kitchens and their relationship to housing; basic kitchen planning principles based on NKBA guidelines, trends in socio-economic, multi-cultural, universal design; selection, use, care of appliances. Spring only PREREQUISITE: MRCH 3104 , or permission of instructor.
  
  • MRCH 3206 - Merchandising Systems and Applications

    (3) Analysis of formulas used to plan and control the flow of merchandise through the use of both computer and manual systems. PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory completion of the General Education mathematics requirements. PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory completion of the General Education mathematics requirements. ACCT 2010  is recommended. Recommended ACCT 2010   is recommended.
  
  • MRCH 3215 - Textiles Applications

    (3) Introduction to the regulations and laws that apply to the apparel industry. They will research and source textile manufacturers and mills relevant to product development.  Application of research, critical thinking, and problem solving skills to identify and analyze textile industry trends, historical events and developments, and practices that support the merchandising of textiles and end products to consumers. 

      COREQUISITE: MRCH 2010

  
  • MRCH 3217 - Readings/Merchandising

    (3) (Was CSED 4217) In-depth reading or research in area of specialization. PREREQUISITE: junior or senior merchandising students only, and permission of instructor.
  
  • MRCH 3300 - Draping Techniques

    (3) This course introduces students to basic draping techniques and industry procedures. It is an introduction to understanding proportion, fit, and balance in a 3-dimensional design. 

  
  • MRCH 3400 - Computer Aided Fashion Drawing and Design

    (3) Development of technical sketches and illstrations utilizing Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Hands-on experience in drawing of flat technical sketch and creating accurate garment detail.

  
  • MRCH 3450 - Computer Patternmaking

    (3) In this introduction to the fundamentals of pattern drafting techniques using Gerber Technology, students reinforce skills developed in previous manual pattern drafting classes and apply their knowledge to producing patterns using the computer. Additional pattern drafting techniques are explored. Students also produce markers.

     

  
  • MRCH 3600 - Consumer Engagement in the Digital Era

    3 In this course, students evaluate the impact of the Internet on consumer behaviors and learn to integrate evolving mobile commerce, social media, merchandise presentation technologies, and customer data analytics into effective merchandising strategies for the omni-channel era. Students will apply concepts by understanding their own digital presence and professional brand, in addition to assessing the digital presence of relevant individuals and organizations.
  
  • MRCH 3650 - Merchandise Buying

    (3) A course in the study of stock control and managing open-to-buys which provides a practicum in buying and utilizing computer spreadsheets for data analysis.

  
  • MRCH 4000 - Advanced Sewing Techniques

    (3) In this course students study advanced construction techniques applied to more structured garments building on shills from basic industry sewing and construction techniques.

    PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: MRCH 3075  

  
  • MRCH 4204 - Furnishing Prblms/Presentatns

    (3) (CSED) Critical thinking and problem solving related to planning, coordinating, and purchasing of home furnishings. Two lecture hours, one lab hour per week. Fall only. PREREQUISITE: MRCH 3104 .
  
  • MRCH 4205 - Behavioral Sci Aspects Clothng

    (3) (CSED) Interdisciplinary study of clothing and appearance; concepts, methodologies, and applications of behavioral science to clothing. PREREQUISITE: Junior standing. Fall only.
  
  • MRCH 4217 - Rdngs: Family/Consumer Science

    (3)
  
  • MRCH 4300 - Family Resource Management**

    (3) (CSED) Investigates values, goals, and human and material resources necessary for individuals and families to make informed management decisions throughout the life span. Spring only.
  
  • MRCH 4304 - Trends Housing Home Furnishing

    (3) (CSED) Major trends and influences on contemporary residential furnishings as these affect home furnishings merchandising. Fall only.
  
  • MRCH 4400 - Pattern Drafting II

    (3) Advancement of apparel design skills through two-dimensional fashion pattern manipulation and creation. Students focus on conceptual design through patternmaking and documentation of the design process.. Emphasis will be on the manipulation of patterns for more complex designs. Students study advanced patternmaking and construction techniques including stretch fabric blocks for garment creation emphasizing comprehensive use of acquired pattern making skills as well as advanced techniques.

  
  • MRCH 4500 - Advanced Computer Patternmaking

    (3) This course will focus on the advanced use of Computer Aided Design in patternmaking.  Students will utilize industry software and hardware to engineer patterns from original designs in a laboratory setting.  Work will be initiated for presentation in the final portfolio of student work.

    PREREQUISITE: MRCH 3450  

  
  • MRCH 4550 - Design and Fit Analysis

    (3) This course provides the foundation for defining fit by applying techniques for accurately fitting garments on a body. Students will demonstrate understanding by translating changes back to a flat pattern.

     

  
  • MRCH 4560 - Trend Analysis and Styling Concepts

    (3) The course focuses on the study of trends, trend forecasting, demographics and social issues that affect the fashion industry. It introduces students to the field of fashion styling and its relationship to the fashion industry. Through completion of location and studio projects students develop basic requirements to produce contemporary fashion imagery. Students gain experience in how to source clothing and accessories necessary for styling and creative direction.

  
  • MRCH 4575 - Sourcing and Technical Design

    (3) Students execute creative and complex fashion flats utilizing digital tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Excel. Working from actual samples, they learn industry standards to digitally illustrate flat measurements and develop detailed callouts with related information.

  
  • MRCH 4600 - Senior Seminar

    (3) (CSED) Concentrated study of factors influencing the transitional process from career academics to career implementation. (F, Sp only) PREREQUISITE: Students enrolling in this course must have completed all courses required for the degree including the merchandising concentration, minor, general education, and elective requirements. COREQUISITE: UNIV 4110 , UNIV 4995 .
  
  • MRCH 4900 - Study Tour/FCS

    (1-3) On-the-scene knowledge about specific academic areas of specialization within Consumer Science and Education. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor. Maximum of 6 credit hours for degree program.
  
  • MRCH 4920-4929 - Special Topics in Merchandising

    (1-3) Lectures and conferences covering selected areas of current interest. See online class listings for topics. Repeatable May be repeated; credit applicable to degree is limited.

Military Science

  
  • ARMY 1000 - Physical Readiness Training

    (1) Students develop and apply leadership skills leading small groups utilizing US Army Readiness Training doctrine. Activities are outdoors and include team building, team competition, and resiliency training. Repeatable  readiness requirement for Army ROTC enrolled students NOTE: Open only to Army ROTC Cadets. (F, S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of Professor of Military Science. COREQUISITE: ARMY 1200/1201, ARMY 1300/1301, ARMY 2200/2201, ARMY 2300/2301, ARMY 3200/3201 ARMY 3300/3301, ARMY 4200/4201, ARMY 4300/4301
  
  • ARMY 1200 - Introduction to the US Army

    (2) Introduction to the US Army culture, values, ethic, and operations. Students examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the US Army, focusing on the development of the basic skills necessary for operating as an Army Officer. (F) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1201, ARMY 1000
  
  • ARMY 1201 - Introduction to the US Army Lab

    (1) Two per laboratory hours per week. (F) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1200, ARMY 1000
  
  • ARMY 1300 - Agile and Adaptive Leadership

    (2) Introduction to development of basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership, dimension, attributes and competencies, while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose, and its advantages for the student. (S) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 1301
  
  • ARMY 1301 - Agile and Adaptive Leadership Lab

    (1) Two Laboratory hours per week (S) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 1300
  
  • ARMY 2200 - Leadership and Decision Making

    (2) Introduction to foundational leadership doctrine and skills by following and leading small units to achieve assigned missions. Course focus is applying critical thinking and problem solving using the Troop Leading Procedures. (F) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 2201
  
  • ARMY 2201 - Leadership and Decision Making Lab

    (1) Two laboratory hours per week. (F) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 2200
  
  • ARMY 2300 - Doctrine and Team Development

    (2) Introduction to Army doctrine and team development with a focus on Army Values, Teamwork, and the Warrior Ethos and their relationship to the Law of Land Warfare. (S) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 2301
  
  • ARMY 2301 - Doctrine and Team Development Lab

    (1) Two laboratory hours per week. (S) COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 2300
  
  • ARMY 3200 - Warfighting Functions/Training

    (2) Advanced study on training management and the warfighting functions. The course focuses on the application of military training and the warfighting functions in a complex operational environment. Students will become capable of planning, preparing, executing, and assessing squad and platoon tactics. (F) PREREQUISITE: Permission of Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 3201
  
  • ARMY 3201 - Warfighting Functions/Training Lab

    (1) Two laboratory hours per week. (F) PREREQUISITE: Permission of Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 3200
  
  • ARMY 3205 - History of Military Tactics

    (2) US Army specific history course that focuses on the background and growth of the US Army, military thought, difficulties of modernization, and global responsibilities. Repeatable for increased grade. NOTE: (Open only to enrolled Army ROTC Cadets) (F, S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of Professor of Military Science 
  
  • ARMY 3300 - Small Unit Leadership

    (2) Advanced study on enhancing individual and collective skills including leader competencies, understanding training management acumen, and effective leadership of formations at the squad and platoon level. (S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 3301
  
  • ARMY 3301 - Small Unit Leadership Lab

    (1) Two laboratory hours per week. (S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 3300
  
  • ARMY 4150 - Independent Study

    (2) Independent Study in Military Science, reserved for 5th year Senior Cadets with a focus on student teaching/mentorship of junior ROTC Cadets and advanced supervision/assessment of student led training. (F, S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science
  
  • ARMY 4200 - The Army Officer

    (2) Advanced development of Army Officer knowledge, skills, and abilities to plan, resource, and assess training at the small unit level. At the conclusion students will be capable of planning, preparing, executing, and assessing military training at the Company and Field Grade Officer level. (F) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 4201
  
  • ARMY 4201 - The Army Officer Lab

    (1) Two laboratory hours per week. (F) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 4200
  
  • ARMY 4300 - Company Grade Leadership

    (2) Advanced development and introduction to operational ambiguous environments, platoon leader operations, company operations, and advanced critical thinking and problem solving. (S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 4301
  
  • ARMY 4301 - Company Grade Leadership Lab

    (1) Two laboratory hours per week. (S) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Professor of Military Science COREQUISITE: ARMY 1000, ARMY 4300

Music Appreciation

  
  • MUS 1003 - World of Music

    (3) Introduction to music of cultures around the world. Focuses on traditional and popular music and on music in cultural context.
  
  • MUS 1040 - Music in America

    (3) American music history, sources and current styles; elements of music, genre, and media. Attendance at some concerts required. NOTE: May not be used to satisfy requirements for degree in Music. [G]

Music Education

  
  • MUSE 1101 - Class Inst Brass

    (1) Basic performance skills and teaching techniques on trumpet, trombone, French horn, baritone horn and tuba for those who intend to teach instrumental music in schools. (SP)
  
  • MUSE 1103 - Class Inst Percussion

    (1) Basic performance skills and teaching techniques on snare drum, timpani, and keyboard percussion instruments for those who intend to teach instrumental music in schools. (F)
  
  • MUSE 1104 - Class Inst Woodwinds

    (1) Basic performance skills and teaching techniques on clarinet, flute, saxophone, oboe, and bassoon for those who intend to teach instrumental music in schools. (SP)
  
  • MUSE 1112 - Class Inst Voice

    (1) Fundamentals of vocal production useful for all music teachers.
  
  • MUSE 1116 - Class Instr Strings

    (1) Basic performance skills and teaching techniques on violin, viola, cello, or double bass for those who intend to teach instrumental music in schools. (F)
  
  • MUSE 1119 - Guitar/Music Teacher

    (1) Basic guitar technique, chording and folk style accompaniments; prepares students for effective teaching in general music classes.
  
  • MUSE 2002 - Foundations Music Ed

    (2-3) Development of philosophical foundation for music education professionals; values, attitudes and work habits of the effective teacher will be stressed; field experiences and techniques of observation.
  
  • MUSE 3101 - Functional Keyboard Skills

    (2) Functional keyboard harmony designed for keyboard majors; open-score vocal and instrumental sight reading. (SP-odd years) PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 , MUTC 1011 .
  
  • MUSE 3700 - Basic Conducting

    (2) Development of conducting skills; basic baton principles, rhythmic analysis, expressive techniques, phrasing, and multimetered problems; class meetings require performing as instrumentalist or vocalist as well as conductor. Three class hours per week. (F) PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 /MUTC 1011 .
  
  • MUSE 4201 - Individual Study Music Educatn

    (1-3) Individual study of problems and opportunities faced by person who teaches music in schools; for classroom teachers, music teachers, supervisors, principals, and administrators. Repeatable May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit, but not for the purpose of changing original grade.
  
  • MUSE 4205 - Marching Band Technique

    (1) Organizing and conducting marching band; gridiron charting; marching procedures; study of precision drill, formation, pageantry. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSE 4208 - Band Literature

    (3) History and evolution of wind instruments and wind instrument playing and the history and development of the wind band and its literature, with general background material on the specific composers involved. (SP)
  
  • MUSE 4209 - Piano Tuning/Repair

    (2) Concentrated study of basic techniques involved in piano tuning and adjustment. Some basic tools required.
  
  • MUSE 4211 - Vocal Diction I

    (2) Phonetic study of English and Italian languages in detail; introduction and basic rules of Latin pronunciation; International Phonetic Alphabet transcription of songs and arias. Open to collaborative pianists only or by permission of instructor . (Alternate years)
  
  • MUSE 4212 - Vocal Diction II

    (2) Phonetic study of Italian, French, and Spanish in detail, including IPA transcription of songs and arias and class performance. Other languages (Russian, Hebrew, etc.) may be covered as time permits. (Alternate years)
 

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