2022-23 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Sep 24, 2024  
2022-23 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by discipline name. The discipline abbreviation appears in parentheses immediately after the discipline name. The Schedule of Courses issued each semester by the Office of Academic Records lists courses alphabetically by discipline abbreviation, not discipline name. See the following table for a list of all disciplines listed alphabetically by discipline abbreviation.

Courses are offered in rotation. The frequency of course offerings is designated by (F) for fall semester, (Sp) for spring semester, (Su) for summer semester, or (as needed). If a course is offered only in odd or even numbered years, the designation will include -odd or -even. Frequency designations are located in Courses Offered by the Department at the end of each departmental section.

Courses taken for Graduate Credit (numbered 500 or above) have additional requirements for completion with graduate credit. Graduate students will be expected to perform at a more rigorous level. Additional content will be required. Graduate students will be expected to complete additional projects.

Modern Foreign Language courses designated as Elementary or Intermediate must be taken and passed in sequence. Placement tests are given in the Department Office, upon request, to students with prior experience with French, German, or Spanish in order to place them at an appropriate level.

 

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 320 - Multivariate Calculus


    (TBR: MATH 2110)
    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Vector-valued functions, functions of several variables. Differentials, gradients and extremes. Multiple integrals, line and surface integrals.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 252 .
  
  • MATH 330 - Differential Equations I


    (TBR: MATH 2120)
    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Setting up and solving first order equations, applications of first order equations. Wronskians, use of operators and the exponential shift theorem, solutions of higher order equations with constant coefficients, systems of first order equations, solutions in series, Laplace transform methods.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 252 .
  
  • MATH 331 - Differential Equations II


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring

    Analysis techniques including phase portraits, bifurcation diagrams, Lypanov functions, stability of steady-state solutions, introduction to partial differential equations including separation of variables, Fourier series, heat equation, wave equation, Laplace’s equation, transport (advection) equation, method of characteristics, numerical solution techniques. 

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 320  and MATH 330 .
  
  • MATH 340 - Numerical Analysis


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    Formulation of numerical problems for solution on a digital computer. Error analysis and control, nonlinear equations, differentiation, integration, systems of equations, differential equations, curve fitting and eigenvalue problems.

    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 221  and MATH 252 ; CSCI 301  or MATH 310 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 540, CSCI 340 /540.
  
  • MATH 350 - Number Theory


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    The integers: well-ordering, different bases, divisibility, primes and factoring. The fundamental theorem of arithmetic and the division algorithm. Diophantine equations and applications of congruences. Pseudorandom numbers, pseudoprimes and cryptography.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 314 .
  
  • MATH 351 - Graph Theory and Combinatorics


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring Even

    An introduction to the methods and ideas of graph theory and combinatorics. Topics include trees, connectivity, circuits, planar graphs, graph colorings, the pigeonhole principle, recurrence relations, inclusion-exclusion, and generating functions. 

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 252  and MATH 314 .
  
  • MATH 410 - Geometry


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    Euclidean geometry (Birkhoff’s and Hilbert’s Postulates), non-Euclidean geometries (hyperbolic and elliptic), finite geometries, transformational geometry and theory of area.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 314 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 610
  
  • MATH 420 - History of Mathematics


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    Study of the development of mathematics from ancient to modern times through problem solving. The investigation of the lives and works of specific mathematicians with particular attention to the development of ideas, notation and the influence of mathematics on society.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 160  or MATH 251 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 620
  
  • MATH 430 - Complex Variables


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    Algebraic operations and geometry of complex numbers, definitions of limit, continuity and analytic functions, differentiation, mapping of simple functions, line integrals, Cauchy integral formula, Laurent series, evaluation of real integrals using residue theorem.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 320 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 630
  
  • MATH 451 - Applied Mathematics I


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Practical applications of mathematics including optimization, interpolation and best fit, simulation, dimensional analysis and graph theory. Mathematical model building including problem identification, model construction or selection, fine tuning and validation.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 310  and MATH 320 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 651
  
  • MATH 452 - Applied Mathematics II


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring

    Continue practical applications of mathematics including optimization, interpolation and best fit, simulation, dimensional analysis and graph theory. Derive, analyze, and validate all types of models in the sciences and engineering using software packages and programming languages; a major project is required.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 451  
  
  • MATH 471 - Abstract Algebra I


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Equivalence relations and partitions. Properties of the integers. Elementary theory of groups and rings. Polynomial rings, integral domains, divisibility, unique factorization domains, fields, vector spaces and linear transformations. Students are required to submit written work and make an oral presentation. Must be taken in sequence with MATH 472 .

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 310  and MATH 314 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 671
  
  • MATH 472 - Abstract Algebra II


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Equivalence relations and partitions. Properties of the integers. Elementary theory of groups and rings. Polynomial rings, integral domains, divisibility, unique factorization domains, fields, vector spaces and linear transformations. Students are required to submit written work and make an oral presentation. Must be taken in sequence with MATH 471 .

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 310  and MATH 314 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 672
  
  • MATH 481 - Real Analysis I


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Sets and countability. The real number systems. Sequences, limits, infinite series, metric spaces, continuous functions, uniform continuity and convergence. Riemann and Lebesgue integration. Students are required to submit written work and make an oral presentation. Must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 314  and MATH 320 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 681
  
  • MATH 482 - Real Analysis II


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    Sets and countability. The real number systems. Sequences, limits, infinite series, metric spaces, continuous functions, uniform continuity and convergence. Riemann and Lebesgue integration. Students are required to submit written work and make an oral presentation. Must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 314  and MATH 320 .
    Crosslisted With: MATH 682
  
  • MATH 491 - Special Topics [Topic Title]


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Selected topics in mathematics, student research, or seminar. Course may be repeated with total credits not to exceed six hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 320  and departmental approval.
    Crosslisted With: MATH 691
  
  • MATH 492 - Special Topics [Topic Title]


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Selected topics in mathematics, student research, or seminar. Course may be repeated with total credits not to exceed six hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 320  and departmental approval.
    Crosslisted With: MATH 692
  
  • MATH 498 - Undergraduate Research Experience I


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Introduction to research methodologies and tools including LaTeX and MathSciNet. Presenting mathematics in written and oral formats. Ethics in research. This course includes substantial directed individualized study leading to the preparation of a significant paper. Cannot receive credit for both MATH 498 and STAT 498 . Pass/Fail
    Grading on a pass or fail basis.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of the department chair.
  
  • MATH 499 - Undergraduate Research Experience II


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    The presentation of mathematics works in both oral and written formats. This course will finalize the significant paper begun in MATH 498 /STAT 498  and based on the student’s individual research. This will require that it be presented at a regional or national meeting. Pass/Fail
    Graded on Pass/Fail basis.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 498  and consent of the department chair.

Meteorology

  
  • METR 160 - Weather and Agriculture


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    An introduction to meteorological phenomena and information resources that are relevant to agricultural production.

  
  • METR 320 - Physical Meteorology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Expanded study of basic atmospheric processes. Special emphasis is placed on boundary layer structure, development, and processes. Atmospheric pollutants and their impacts and optical phenomena present within the atmosphere are also presented.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  or GEOS 140H  and, either MATH 140  or 140H and MATH 170 , or MATH 185  or higher.
  
  • METR 330 - Mesoscale Meteorology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    An examination of meteorological phenomenon on the mesoscale with particular emphasis on convection and severe weather. Other meteorological phenomena such as cold air damming, dry lines, gravity waves, and lake effects snows are discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  or GEOS 140H .
  
  • METR 340 - Synoptic Meteorology and Weather Analysis


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    Study of synoptic-scale weather features including cyclones, anticyclones, fronts, jet streams, and other phenomena. This course incorporates a lab intended to provide the student with hands-on work in weather analysis. Methods of gathering information within the troposphere will be paired with the necessary skills to detect important features at both the surface (fronts, pressure cells, air masses) and aloft (troughs, ridges, jet streams). Students will utilize upper-air charts, upper air soundings, and surface weather maps for feature location. Identification of features and the structure of synoptic and mesoscale systems is emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  and MATH 251  or equivalent honors courses.
  
  • METR 350 - Weather Forecasting


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    This class is intended to provide the student with a basic overview of the art/science of forecasting meteorological conditions on a daily, weekly, and seasonal basis. Emphasis will be placed on forecasting winter weather, severe weather, and tropical activity. Long-term forecasting (weeks, months) will be addressed through the topic of teleconnections.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  or GEOS 140H  and METR 340  
  
  • METR 360 - Satellite and Radar Meteorology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    The purpose of this course is to instruct the student on the principles or radiation, different types of radars and satellites, how both radar and satellite operate, how the imagery they provide can be used in both analyzing, identifying, and forecasting the meteorological phenomena, and to provide information on future developments in remote sensing technology.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  or GEOS 140H , METR 340 . GEOG 364  preferred, but not required.
  
  • METR 401 - Research Participation


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.

    Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in the field of meteorology. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research project. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellow Research Program.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  
  • METR 402 - Research Participation


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.

    Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in the field of meteorology. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research project. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellow Research Program.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  
  • METR 405 - Aviation Weather


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    This course focuses on the particular weather features and processes that impact aviation. Topics include a review of the structure and composition of the atmosphere, especially density, vertical motion, weather at standard flight levels, and hazards specific to aviation such as icing, turbulence, wind shear, fog, thunderstorms, cross-winds, and extreme temperatures. The course will also give students hands-on training in interpreting coded observations and forecasting codes, weather briefings and flight planning for pilots, and include the use of available aviation weather resources.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140 , MATH 140  or equivalent honors courses.
  
  • METR 415 - GIS for Meteorology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    This course examines how meteorological and climatological data are integrated within a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) environment. Students will gain skills in finding and incorporating meteorology-specific data formats into GIS geodatabases for analysis and modeling applications. Students will also gain familiarity in understanding how GIS can incorporate weather radar and weather satellite data for further analysis and modeling.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  or GEOS 140H , GEOG 310  or permission of instructor.
  
  • METR 420 - Applied Meteorology and Climatology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    This course surveys the applications of meteorology and climatology to societal and environmental issues. Topics covered in the course include application of climate and meteorology to agriculture, forestry, urban environments, architecture, transportation, energy, and human health.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  and MATH 210  or equivalent honors courses or permission of instructor.
  
  • METR 430 - Statistical Analysis in Meteorology and Climatology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    A survey of statistical techniques in climatology and meteorology including the use of statistics in assessing probabilities of weather phenomena, in weather and climate forecasting, in forecast verification, and in time series analysis. An emphasis of this course is the examination of weather events in the context of multi-year climate variation.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  and MATH 210  or equivalent honors courses.
  
  • METR 435 - Tropical Meteorology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Even

    Study of the synoptic and mesoscale tropical environment, as well as the conditions necessary for the genesis, development, and propagation of tropical cyclones.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  or GEOS 140H , METR 320 , METR 340 , and METR 360 .
  
  • METR 440 - Thermodynamics


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    This course examines the processes and laws of energy transfer throughout the atmosphere, including a detailed examination of atmospheric stability and how it applies to a variety of weather phenomena.

    Prerequisite(s): METR 320  and MATH 252 .
  
  • METR 445 - Weather for Agriculture and Natural Resources


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    A study of how weather and climate impacts agriculture, forestry, fishing, and water resources. Weather and climate events that impact soil and plant energy budgets, temperatures, moisture availability and water budgets in agricultural and natural environments are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110  or GEOS 110H  or NRM 100 .
  
  • METR 455 - Field Experiences in Meteorology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Direct observation of meteorological phenomena. Will include not less than one week of classroom instruction on the phenomenon to be observed. Will include at least 1 week of practical field work.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 140  and METR 330 , or consent of instructor. Students will be required to complete an application process prior to admission to the course.
  
  • METR 460 - Dynamics


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    This course examines the fundamental physics and mathematical laws governing motion in the atmosphere. Emphasis will be given towards the physical interpretation of the mathematical equations related to hydrostatic, geostrophic, and thermal wind balances, vorticity, cyclone development, planetary waves, and local, regional, and global wind patterns.

    Prerequisite(s): METR 320 , METR 440 , and either MATH 330  or ENGR 315 .
  
  • METR 465 - Internship


    Credit(s): 3-9
    Lecture Hours: 3-9
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Provision for an advanced meteorology student to benefit by supplementary practical experiences in a particular branch of meteorology. Specific assignments are arranged in consultation with an adviser during the semester preceding that in which the student expects to enroll in this course. Course performance is based on specific academic and work assignments. Grades will be based upon academic performance and work evaluation by a job supervisor. The internship may or may not include monetary compensation. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission by supervising instructor and Junior standing.
  
  • METR 470 - Climatology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    A non-mathematical analysis of systematic and regional atmospheric behavior. The first part of the course deals with basic physical laws affecting the elements of weather. The second part of this course examines the distribution of climates and the impact of climates on human activity. Completion of GEOS 140 or 140H and Junior standing is recommended.

    Crosslisted With: GEOG 472 .
  
  • METR 481 - Research Practicum


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    A seminar course in which upper-division students undertake a research project under faculty supervision and guidance. Students will be responsible for the project selection, a literature review, research design, analysis, and a final written report. Students may also be required to present an overview of their project through an oral presentation to a faculty committee.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor.
  
  • METR 491 - Special Topics in Meteorology


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Seminars or guided readings on a selected topic in meteorology. A maximum of six credit hours can be counted towards a major.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  
  • METR 492 - Special Topics in Meteorology


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Seminars or guided readings on a selected topic in meteorology. A maximum of six credit hours can be counted towards a major.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

Microbiology

  
  • MBIO 251 - General Bacteriology


    (TBR: BIOL 2230)
    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Fundamentals of microbiology with emphasis on morphology, classification, nutrition, mechanisms of pathogenesis and body defenses. Meets the needs of all programs requiring one course in microbiology. Students may not receive credit for both MBIO 251 and MBIO 310 .

  
  • MBIO 310 - General Molecular Microbiology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An introductory, molecular oriented course dealing with bacterial structure, nutrition and growth, metabolism of heterotrophic bacteria and bacterial and bacteriophage genetics. Meets the needs of all programs requiring one course in microbiology. Students may not receive credit for both MBIO 251  and MBIO 310.

    Prerequisite(s): Grades of C or better in the following courses: BIOL 140  and either CHEM 112  or CHEM 122 .
    Crosslisted With: MBIO 510
  
  • MBIO 311 - Public Health Microbiology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    Public health microbiology dealing with epidemiology, sterilization and disinfection, common pathogenic bacteria and viruses, mechanisms of pathogenesis, methods of isolation and identification of pathogens, mechanisms of action of selected antibiotics and water and food microbiology pertaining to public health problems.

    Prerequisite(s): MBIO 251  or MBIO 310  with grade of C or better in either course.
    Crosslisted With: MBIO 511
  
  • MBIO 401 - Immunology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    An introductory course dealing with the functions and effects of the immune system. Emphasis on humoral immunity, cellular immunity, serology, hypersensitivities, autoimmunity and immunodeficiency. Three one-hour lectures.

    Prerequisite(s): MBIO 251  or MBIO 310  with grade of C or better in either course.
    Crosslisted With: MBIO 601
  
  • MBIO 402 - Immunology Laboratory


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    A lab course designed to introduce students to commonly used immunologic techniques, including antibody purification, immunodiffusion, SDS-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, western blotting and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MBIO 401 
    Crosslisted With: MBIO 602
  
  • MBIO 410 - Introduction to Food Microbiology


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Fall

    Introduction to food microbiology with a focus on microorganisms that are associated with foods, used to produce food products, or are foodborne pathogens as well as their toxins. Lectures cover aspects of food safety, the natural microbial flora of foods, spoilage microorganisms, preservation methods, common fermentations, and prevalent foodborne illness-causing microorganisms and their symptoms.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in the following courses: MBIO 310  or MBIO 251 .
    Crosslisted With: MBIO 610
  
  • MBIO 411 - Applications in Food Microbiology


    Credit(s): 1
    When Offered: Spring

    An advanced laboratory focusing on food fermentations, media preparation, and detection methods for foodborne microorganisms. Laboratory exercises will isolate microorganisms from various food products as well as produce food products through fermentations u sing yeast or lactic acid bacteria. Two 90-minute labs.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MBIO 410  
    Crosslisted With: MBIO 611

Military Science and Leadership

  
  • MSL 101 - Foundations of Officership


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Examines the unique duties and responsibilities of officers, discusses organization and the role of the Army, reviews basic life skills pertaining to fitness and communication and analyzes Army values and expected ethical behavior. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section. Prerequisite for entry into advanced program unless waived by the Professor of Military Science.

  
  • MSL 102 - Basic Leaderships


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Presents fundamental leadership concepts and doctrine, practices effective skills that underlie problem solving, applied active listening and feedback skills, examines factors that influence leader and group effectiveness and examines the officer experience. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section. Prerequisite for entry into advanced program unless waived by the Professor of Military Science.

  
  • MSL 201 - Individual Leadership Studies


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall

    Develops knowledge of self, self-confidence and individual leadership skills. Develops problem solving and critical thinking skills and applies communication, feedback and conflict resolution skills. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section. Prerequisite for entry into the advanced program unless waived by the Professor of Military Science.

  
  • MSL 202 - Leadership and Teamwork


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    Focuses on self-development guided by knowledge of self and group processes. Challenges current beliefs, knowledge and skills. Provides equivalent preparation for the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course and the Leader’s Training Course. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section. Prerequisite for entry into the advanced program unless waived by the Professor of Military Science.

  
  • MSL 291 - Basic Camp


    Credit(s): 6
    Lecture Hours: 6
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Training normally is taken during the summer between the second and third years by those students who have not completed basic military training or the required basic military science courses for advanced course enrollment. Training is conducted at a designated U. S. Army installation and includes hands-on, practical leadership training with intensive counseling and feedback. The course focuses on confidence, leadership and team building, along with training skills in basic rifle marksmanship and land navigation. The highlight of the course is a six-day field phase where students will experience a series of challenging leadership opportunities while being mentored and counseled by cadre. The student must register for this course following successful camp completion in order to receive the appropriate credit. A letter grade will be awarded by the Professor of Military Science based on camp results.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Professor of Military Science.
  
  • MSL 301 - Leadership and Problem Solving


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall

    Examines basic skills that underlie effective problem solving, analyzes the role officers played in the transition of the Army from Vietnam to the 21st century, reviews the features and execution of the Leadership Development Program, analyzes military missions and plans military operations and executes squad battle drills. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section.

  
  • MSL 302 - Leadership and Ethics


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    Probes leadership responsibilities that foster an ethical command climate, develops leadership competencies, prepares for success at the ROTC National Advanced Leadership Camp, recognizes leader responsibility to accommodate subordinate spiritual needs and applies principles and techniques of effective written and oral communication. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section.

  
  • MSL 310 - American Military History


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    American military history from the American Revolution to the present. Evaluation of significant battles from the viewpoints of the participants, their resources, decision-making techniques and the nine principles of war. Discussion of all of America’s wars. Emphasis on the Civil War, World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam.

    Crosslisted With: HIST 310 
  
  • MSL 401 - Leadership and Management


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall

    Builds on the National Advanced Leadership Camp experience to solve organizational and staff problems and discusses staff organization, functions and processes. Analyzes counseling responsibilities and methods, examines principles of subordinate motivation and organizational change and applies leadership and problem solving principles to a complex case study/simulation. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section.

  
  • MSL 402 - Officership


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    Capstone course exploring topics relevant to second lieutenants entering the Army. Describes legal aspects of decision making and leadership, analyzes Army organization for operations from the tactical to strategic level, assesses administrative and logistics management functions, discusses reporting and Permanent Change of Station process, performs platoon leader actions and examines leader responsibilities that foster an ethical command climate. Students must meet enrollment and continuation requirements outlined in the Department of Military Science and Leadership section.

  
  • MSL 421 - Contemporary Developments in the U. S. Army


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    A survey of current programs and issues affecting readiness of the Army today. Included is mobilization and deployment of reserve component forces, force modernization and combined arms operations. Student presentations on selected subjects.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Professor of Military Science.
  
  • MSL 442 - Nurse Summer Training Program


    Credit(s): 6
    When Offered: Summer

    Provides Army ROTC nurse cadets with clinical experience in a hospital setting while introducing them to the duties, roles, responsibilities and expectations of an Army Nurse Corps officer. Exercises leadership skills in a hospital environment by planning, organizing, decision making, implementing and being accountable for the outcome of nursing care. Encourages students to develop leadership strategies through learning experiences throughout this clinical program. Collaborate with health care professionals on decisions related to patient care, management, unit issues and strategies utilized in the provision of medical care to a select population. A minimum of 40 hours per week for three weeks.

    Prerequisite(s): Contracted cadet; completion of MSL 301 MSL 302  and MSL 491 ; enrolled in the nursing program; and approval from the Nursing Department Chair and the Professor of Military Science and Leadership.
  
  • MSL 491 - Advanced Camp


    Credit(s): 6
    Lecture Hours: 6
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Training program normally taken during the summer between the MS III and MS IV years. Training is required by all contracted cadets seeking enrollment as an MS IV student. The student must register for this course following successful completion of camp in order to receive the appropriate credit A letter grade will be awarded by the Professor Military Science based on camp results.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Professor of Military Science.

Music

  
  • MUS 108 - Introduction to Technology in Music


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An introduction to computer software for use in music.

  
  • MUS 112 - Music in Our Time


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    A study of music in various cultures from antiquity to the present. May not be used toward a major in music.

  
  • MUS 113 - Survey of Western Masterpieces and World Music


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    A survey of significant and historical Western Masterpieces and World Music where students listen to, describe and respond aesthetically to musical works. Students will develop a personal aesthetic perspective of music through studying its function in various cultures and societies, especially as music relates to humanity’s ability to represent cultural values through musical expression. Students are expected to be able to read music.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 120  or MUS 131 .
  
  • MUS 114 - Historical Survey of Jazz


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    A historical survey of the development of jazz beginning with its roots in African music, blues, and ragtime, and progressing through Dixieland, swing, bebop, cool jazz, modal jazz, and fusion. The course will include a discussion of musical terminology, form and style, prominent performers, as well as cultural influences on this American art form.

  
  • MUS 115 - Historical Survey of Popular Music


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    An exploration of popular folk music throughout history. Topics will include the dissemination of secular music through medieval troubadours in Western Europe, the origins and influences of African- American slave song, and the influence of modern era politics on musicians such Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan. A special emphasis will be placed on the study of rock and roll and its derivative subgenres.

  
  • MUS 120 - Fundamentals of Music Theory


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Basic music theory skills, including music notation, scales, key signatures, triads, intervals and rhythms. Music majors and minors only.

  
  • MUS 123 - Aural Skills I


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    The study of ear training and dictation. In order to proceed to MUS 124 , students must complete MUS 123 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): Passing score on departmental theory entrance exam or grade of C or better in MUS 120 .
  
  • MUS 124 - Aural Skills II


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Continuation of the study of ear training and dictation. In order to proceed to MUS 223 , student must complete MUS 124 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 123 .
  
  • MUS 131 - Music Theory I


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Brief review of music fundamentals, followed by a sequential study of harmonic progression, part writing procedures and stylistic elements. In order to proceed to MUS 132 , students must complete MUS 131 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): Passing score on departmental theory entrance exam or grade of C or better in MUS 120 .
  
  • MUS 132 - Music Theory II


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Continued sequential study of harmonic progression, part-writing procedures and stylistic elements. In order to proceed to MUS 231 , students must complete MUS 132 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 131 .
  
  • MUS 161 - Diction for Singers I and II


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    English and Italian diction (161) German and French diction (MUS 162 ) and their special requirements as related to the singing voice. For applied voice students. Other students must have the instructor’s approval. Must be taken in sequence.

  
  • MUS 162 - Diction for Singers I and II


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    English and Italian diction (MUS 161 ) German and French diction (162) and their special requirements as related to the singing voice. For applied voice students. Other students must have the instructor’s approval. Must be taken in sequence.

  
  • MUS 191 - Topics in Music


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Specific selected topics in music. Topics and prerequisites to be announced. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 192 - Topics in Music


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Specific selected topics in music. Topics and prerequisites to be announced. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 193 - Topics in Music


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Specific selected topics in music. Topics and prerequisites to be announced. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 223 - Aural Skills III


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Continued development of sight-singing and aural skills needed by musicians. In order to proceed to MUS 224 , student must complete MUS 223 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 124 .
  
  • MUS 224 - Aural Skills IV


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Continued development of sight-singing and aural skills needed by musicians. Students must complete MUS 224 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 .
  
  • MUS 231 - Music Theory III


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Advanced study of harmonic progression, part writing procedures and stylistic elements. In order to proceed to MUS 420 , students must complete MUS 231 with a grade of C or higher.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 132 .
  
  • MUS 232 - Analysis of Post-Tonal Music


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    A study of analytic techniques and their application in post-tonal music.

  
  • MUS 251 - Music History and Literature I


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    A survey of the development of music from earliest known examples through the middle of the 18th century. Students are required to write reports and give oral presentations. For music majors and minors.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 113  with a minimum grade of C; MUS 131 .
  
  • MUS 252 - Music History and Literature II


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    A survey of the development of music from the middle of the 18th century to the present. Students are required to write reports and give oral presentations. For music majors and minors.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 132 , MUS 251 .
  
  • MUS 261 - Music of the World


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    An exploration of living music from around the world and the colorful and complex cultures that bring this music to life. Designed for students that embrace cultural diversity and seek an increase in global ethnic awareness. Countries include Japan, Iraq, Brazil, Mexico, Trinidad, India, China, and Java as well as other regions across the world. Topics include ideas about music, the social organization of music, the variety of musical sound, performance practices and musical acculturation.

  
  • MUS 301 - Beginning Improvisation


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    This course will introduce students to the methods and pedagogy of jazz improvisation on their applied instruments. Content will include jazz harmony and scales, ear training, jazz form, repertoire and discography, and functional jazz piano.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 131 .
  
  • MUS 302 - Orchestration


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Scoring for small instrumental combinations, full band and orchestra.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 231 .
  
  • MUS 303 - Choral Arranging


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Scoring for the choral ensemble with emphasis on voice ranges and other elements relating to various kinds of choral organizations.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 231 .
  
  • MUS 333 - Piano Literature


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Standard piano repertoire from early keyboard works customarily played on the piano today to the present.

  
  • MUS 334 - Piano Literature


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Standard piano repertoire from early keyboard works customarily played on the piano today to the present.

  
  • MUS 335 - Vocal Literature


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Repertoire for the solo voice from 1600 to the present Includes opera and oratorio, but with particular emphasis on the art song. Practice and interpretation illustrated by recordings, class members and instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper-division standing or instructor’s approval.
  
  • MUS 336 - Vocal Literature


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Repertoire for the solo voice from 1600 to the present Includes opera and oratorio, but with particular emphasis on the art song. Practice and interpretation illustrated by recordings, class members and instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper-division standing or instructor’s approval.
  
  • MUS 337 - Instrumental Literature


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Repertoire for string, brass, woodwind, or percussion from the earliest music currently performed on these instruments to the most recent. Specific instruments designated by section.

  
  • MUS 338 - Instrumental Literature


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Repertoire for string, brass, woodwind, or percussion from the earliest music currently performed on these instruments to the most recent. Specific instruments designated by section.

  
  • MUS 343 - History of Church Music and Liturgical Practices


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    History of music in the church and related liturgical practices from the tenth century to the present. History and practices relevant to major contemporary Christian denominations.

  
  • MUS 344 - Hymnody, Sacred Repertoire and Church Music Techniques


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    The practices and sources of sacred hymnody from its origins in the fifteenth century to the present. Examine music which would be appropriate for use in church. Discuss and explore techniques relevant to directing a church music program.

  
  • MUS 353 - Choral Conducting and Literature I


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    The development of the fundamentals of conducting; selection and teaching of choral literature for typical school and/or church ensembles; sequencing and teaching curriculum for the choral ensemble.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 132 . In order to proceed to MUS 453, students must complete MUS 353 with a grade of C or higher. 
  
  • MUS 354 - Instrumental Conducting and Literature I


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Establishment and development of basic conducting skills with emphasis on metrical patterns, fundamental baton technique, non-verbal communication, development of expressive gestures, the fundamentals of score study and the development of a working knowledge of the concert repertoire for beginning and middle level bands.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 132 . In order to proceed to MUS 454, students must complete MUS 354 with a grade of C or higher. 
  
  • MUS 363 - Piano Pedagogy


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Materials and methods for class piano and studio teaching.

  
  • MUS 364 - Piano Pedagogy


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Materials and methods for class piano and studio teaching.

  
  • MUS 365 - Voice Pedagogy


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    The mechanics of respiration, phonation and articulation as related to singing and care of the voice. Methods and materials used in the teaching of singing and a survey of various national schools of singing styles.

  
  • MUS 366 - Instrumental Pedagogy


    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Materials and methods for teaching string, brass, woodwind, or percussion. Specific instruments designated by section.

 

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