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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

 

Military Science
  

  • MILS 1022:Introduction to Tactical Leadership

    2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course  overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feed-back, and using elective writing skills. Cadets explore dimensions of leadership values; emphasis is placed on recruitment and retention of cadets. The building of stronger relationships among the cadets through common experiences and practical interaction are critical aspects of the course experience.
  

  • MILS 2021:Innovative Team Leadership

    2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MILS 1021 , MILS 1022 , prior military service or permission of the instructor.
    This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership, strategies, and styles by examining team dynamics of two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework – trait and behavior theories. Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of Army rank structure, duties, and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies provide tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment (COE).
  

  • MILS 2022:Found Tactical Leadership

    2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MILS 1021 , MILS 1022 , and MILS 2021 , prior military service or permission of the instructor.
    This course examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operation environment (COE). The course highlights include dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. The course furthers study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework and explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. This course provides a smooth transition into MILS 3011. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.
  

  • MILS 2031:Army Physical Fitness Training

    1 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must have a Department of the Army (DA) Form 3425-R signed by a Physician and be enrolled in the Military Science Levels 1-4.
    Develops skills needed to participate in, instruct, develop, and assess the Army Physical Fitness Test. Classes will meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6:00 am to 7:00 am in or near the gymnasium for training and lecture period.
  

  • MILS 3011:Adaptive Tactical Leadership

    3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Advanced ROTC standing or permission of the department.
    This course challenges cadets to study and practice adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with challenging scenarios related to squad tactical operations. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback, as well as their own self evaluations. Cadets continue to develop their leadership and critical thinking abilities. The focus is developing cadets’ tactical leadership abilities to enable them to succeed at ROTC’s summer Leadership Development and Assessment Course (LDAC).

     
  

  • MILS 3012:Leadership Change Environment

    3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Advanced ROTC standing or permission of department.
    This course  uses increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations up to platoon level. Cadets review aspects of combat, stability, and support operations. They also conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in garrison operation orders. The focus is on exploring, evaluating, and developing skills in decision-making, persuading, and motivating team members in contemporary operation environment (COE).  Cadets are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders as they prepare to attend the ROTC summer Leadership Development Assessment Course (LDAC).
  

  • MILS 4011:Developing Adaptive Leadership

    3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MILS 3011 , and MILS 3012  
    This course develops cadet proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates. Cadets assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare cadets to make the transition to Army officers. MS IV cadets analyze, evaluate and instruct cadets at lower levels. Both their classroom and battalion leadership experiences are designed to prepare  cadets for their first unit of assignment. They identify responsibilities of key staff roles, and use situational opportunities to teach, train, and develop subordinates.

     
  

  • MILS 4012:Leaders Complex World

    3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MILS 4011  or Advanced Course Standing.
    This course identifies and resolves ethical dilemmas. This course explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment (COE). Cadets examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with non-governmental organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host national support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing cadets for their first unit assignment. It uses case studies, scenarios, and “What Now, Lieutenant?” exercises to prepare cadets to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as commissioned officers in the United States Army.
  

  • MILS 4090:Special Topics in Military Science

    1-5 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in, or have successfully completed both MSIII and MSIV-level ROTC classes or obtain permission from the Professor of Military Science.
    This course allows for independent study with a faculty member. Topics and research will pursue topics of military science not extensively treated in any other Military Science course.
  

  • MILS 4400:Directed Study in Military Science

    1-10 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
    This course is offered to military science students interested in investigating special topics external to regular course offerings. This course is primarily offered as a completion course. Its secondary intent is to afford the Military Science Department the flexibility to offer course work to students who have special circumstances in their academic and commissioning requirements such as nursing and accelerated commissioning program cadets.

     
  

  • NS 1321:Introduction to Naval Science

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register through ARCHE for Naval Science Minors only. 
    This course is an introduction and orientation class designed to give students a broad overview of the roles of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. This course also provides an introduction to the structure, terminology, customs, and uniforms of the Navy and Marine Corps.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 1323:Naval Maritime History

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register through ARCHE, for Naval Science Minors only 
    This course surveys U.S. Naval history from its European origin to the present with emphasis on major developments and the geographical forces shaping these developments. The course also covers present day concerns on sea power and maritime affairs, including the economic and political issues of maritime commerce, the law of the sea, and the rise and decline of the Soviet Navy.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 2321:Naval Leadership and Management

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register through ARCHE, for Naval Science Minors only 
    This course provides the basis for the development of effective leadership and managerial competence.  It stresses learner-centered processes, such as collaboration, experiential exercises, reflective writing, and group discussion over lecture and presentations.  Case study discussions are sequenced throughout the course to illustrate the relevance of key concepts presented in preceding class sessions and relate these ideas to the Fleet.  Student participation is critical to this course.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 2323:Navigation

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register through ARCHE, for Naval Science Minors only. 
    This course is Marine navigation which blends both science and art. Students are taught how information from every available source is evaluated and compared. Navigators constantly evaluate a ship’s position, anticipates dangerous situations well before they arise, and always keeps “ahead of the vessel.” The modern navigator must also understand the basic concepts of the many navigation systems used today, evaluate the accuracy of output, and arrive at the best possible navigational decisions.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 3323:Evolution of Warfare

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register though ARCHE, For Naval Science Minors only 
    A historical exploration of warfare practiced by great nations.  Selected campaigns are studied with emphasis on leadership, evolution of tactics, weaponry, and principles of war.

          

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.

  

  • NS 3325:Naval Weapon Systems

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register through ARCHE, For Naval Science Minors only 
    This course is designed to give students an in-depth understanding of naval weapons, their associated systems, and the integration of these weapon systems into the overall battle plan of the U.S. Navy while also reviewing Navy and Marine Corps platforms and their associated capabilities.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 3326:Naval Systems Engineering

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Students must register through ARCHE, For Naval Science Minors only 
    This course is designed to develop and broaden the student’s understanding of basic engineering concepts and principles as applied to naval engineering plants.  The course will provide students with an understanding of naval engineering concepts that will be applied first-hand while on summer cruise in preparation for their division officer tours.  It is not the intend of this course to cover each area in great detail, but rather to stimulate the interest of students for study and investigation in the future.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 4320:Naval Operations

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Student must register through ARCHE, For Naval Science Minors only 
    This course is an in-depth study of numerous aspects relating to the efficient and professional manner of U.S. Navy ships’ operations.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 4332:Naval Leadership and Ethics

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Student must register through ARCHE, For Naval Science Minors only 
    Study of Naval values and ethics to include core values, Navy regulations, and military law.  Duties and responsibilities of a junior naval officer.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.
  

  • NS 4333:Amphibious Warfare

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Student must register through ARCHE, For Naval Science Minors only 
    This course analyzes the United States Marine Corps as the overarching case study for the advent of maneuver warfare.  This is a history and doctrine-based course.  The object is to educate students in the characteristics, requirements, and problems of maneuver warfare.  Although this course focuses on maneuver warfare, it is worthwhile to point out that maneuver warfare is merely a subset of warfare in general.  While it exhibits certain unique characteristics, it also shares many characteristics with the broader field.

    Notes: Course is taught at Georgia Tech.

Music
  

  • MUSI 1020:Fundamentals of Music Theory

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    The fundamentals of music theory including music reading, rhythm and pitch orientation, accidentals, key and time signatures, rhythmic organization, intervals, scale formation, triad construction and chord spelling, elementary ear training and sight singing, and an introduction to the keyboard. Open to all university students. May not be counted for credit towards a music degree.
  

  • MUSI 1107:Music in Society

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course examines the role of music in society through a study of musical works within their cultural and historical contexts. Course assignments develop skills in critical analysis and global perspectives as well as an understanding of the creative process. Required attendance at live performances provides the experiential component so crucial to the understanding and enjoyment of music. (Most events require paid admission.) 

    Notes: Offered as an online course.
  

  • MUSI 1110:Introduction to World Music

    1 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 1121  
    Introduction to music of the world’s cultures.

    Notes: Required laboratory component.
  

  • MUSI 1111:Aural Skills I

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by proficiency test.
    For music majors and minors. Foundation work in sight singing including rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
  

  • MUSI 1112:Aural Skills II

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1111  
    For music majors. Continuation of skill development in sight singing including rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
  

  • MUSI 1120:Music Theory I Intensive

    3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by a proficiency test.
    For music majors and minors. A correlated study of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Development of basic skills in music theory and harmony including practical application through part-writing. Components include composition, improvisation, and practical keyboard applications. Contains a separate keyboard lab to increase profiency.
  

  • MUSI 1121:Music Theory I

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by proficiency test.
    For music majors and minors. A correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Development of basic skills in music theory and harmony including practical application through part-writing. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.
  

  • MUSI 1122:Music Theory II

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1121  or MUSI 1120  
    For music majors. A continuation of correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Continuation of keyboard harmony is included with application at the keyboard. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.
  

  • MUSI 1141:University Band

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    The University Band is a wind band that performs collegiate repertoire twice each semester. Non-music major wind and percussionists are strongly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble. No audition is required for the University Band.
  

  • MUSI 1142:Marching Band

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition required and prior high school or college instrumental or colorguard experience required.
    This course develops the instrumental and visual performance skills of students within the college marching band setting. Objectives are to combine high-level musical/visual performance with uniform marching style to create entertaining shows suitable for football games. This course is open to students in all majors. Auditions are required for participation and occur the week before fall classes begin. This course is offered every fall semester; max. 300 members. 
  

  • MUSI 1143:Jazz Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the instructor.
    This course may be repeated for lower-division credit. The School of Music offers two large Jazz Ensembles that perform both on- and off-campus in concert. The ensembles perform a variety of styles within the jazz idiom including traditional swing, bop, Latin, Afro-Cuban, and funk.
  

  • MUSI 1144:University Philharmonic Orchestra

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Membership is open to all students with previous experience playing an instrument.
    May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal, and concert performance of literature for orchestra. No audition is required and non-music majors with previous orchestral experience are encouraged to play in the group.
  

  • MUSI 1145:Wind Symphony

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition
    This course offers music majors, minors, and non-music majors the opportunity to study, rehearse, and perform literature for the wind band medium. This course may be repeated for lower-division credit. Membership in the Wind Symphony is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 1146:Chamber Singers

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal, and concert performance of choral literature. Membership in Chamber Singers is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 1147:Wind Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for wind ensemble. Membership in Wind Ensemble is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 1148:Symphony Orchestra

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for orchestra. Membership in the Orchestra is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 1149:Chorale

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for choir.
  

  • MUSI 1165:Class Piano I

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major; placement determined by proficiency test.
    The purpose of class piano instruction is to equip non-piano majors with the keyboard proficiencies needed to be reasonably fluent in basic technical and reading skills for practical use as a professional musician.

     
  

  • MUSI 1166:Class Piano II

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1165  
    Continuation of Music 1165.
  

  • MUSI 2100:Technology in Music

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 1122  
    The development of practical experience with current computer applications and current technology specifically associated with music instruction and music performance. The course exposes students to current capabilities of technology as they relate to composition, instrumentation, performance and teaching.
  

  • MUSI 2111:Aural Skills III

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1112  
    For music majors. Advanced skill development in ear training and sight singing. Includes rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
  

  • MUSI 2112:Aural Skills IV

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2111  
    For music majors. Continuation of advanced skill development in ear training and sight singing. Includes rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
  

  • MUSI 2221:Music Theory III

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1122  
    For music majors. Advanced correlated study of music theory and harmony of common practice including chromatic harmony and 20th century harmonic techniques. Components include composition, improvisation, literature analysis and practical keyboard application.
  

  • MUSI 2222:Music Theory IV

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2221  
    For music majors. Continuation of advanced correlated study of music theory and harmony in common practice including analytical study of 20th century music. Components include composition, improvisation, literature analysis and practical keyboard application.
  

  • MUSI 3165:Class Piano III

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1166  
    Continuation of MUSI 1166.
  

  • MUSI 3166:Class Piano IV

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 3165  
    Continuation of MUSI 3165.
  

  • MUSI 3167:Class Piano V

    1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 1165 , MUSI 1166 , MUSI 3165 , and MUSI 3166  
    This course will allow students to continue their piano training and apply specific accompanying and instructional techniques to choral literature for the classroom.
  

  • MUSI 3200:Gospel Choir

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The Gospel Choir is open to all students campus-wide. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. The Gospel Choir performs twice each semester. Non-music majors are highly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble.
  

  • MUSI 3201:Men’s Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The Men’s Ensemble is open to all students campus-wide. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. The Men’s Ensemble performs twice each semester on collegiate level literature. Non-music majors are highly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble.
  

  • MUSI 3202:Women’s Choir

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The KSU Women’s Choir is open to all students campus-wide. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. The Women’s Choir performs twice each semester on collegiate level literature. Non-music majors are highly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble.
  

  • MUSI 3210:Classical Guitar Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to introduce classical ensemble playing to guitarists.The weekly class sessions and performances will help the student develop skills in sight reading, classical guitar styles, and ensemble playing.
  

  • MUSI 3211:Jazz Guitar Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to introduce jazz ensemble playing to guitarists. The weekly class sessions and performances will help the student develop skills in the following areas: Sight Reading, jazz styles, chord comping, and ensemble playing.
  

  • MUSI 3212:Jazz Combo

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    This course introduces jazz improvisation to students for instrumental performance. Students will perform jazz standards from the Real Book and other sources while applying concepts and patterns studied in class.
  

  • MUSI 3220:Percussion Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The Percussion Ensemble provides students with the opportunity to study, rehearse, and perform literature for group percussion.
  

  • MUSI 3221:String Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The String Ensemble will allow students to improve ensemble-playing skills in a chamber setting on like stringed instruments. Students will rehearse standard ensemble pieces as well as new compositions and arrangements.
  

  • MUSI 3222:Woodwind Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The KSU Woodwind Ensemble provides students rehearsal and performance experience in chamber music settings. Students will experience literature in both classical and jazz idioms.
  

  • MUSI 3223:Brass Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The Brass Ensemble is designed to improve ensemble playing in a chamber setting. Brass ensemble members will work on standards ensemble pieces as well as new compositions and arrangements.
  

  • MUSI 3224:Piano Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The Piano Ensemble provides students with the opportunity to perform piano works written for four or more hands in a variety of genres and styles.
  

  • MUSI 3225:Mixed Chamber

    0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The Mixed Chamber Ensemble allows students to learn literature in a small group setting with the assistance of faculty coaches. The Mixed Chamber Ensemble focuses on intonation, blend, stylistic awareness, ensemble precision, and knowledge of repertoire.
  

  • MUSI 3302:Vocal Literature: Musical Theater

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1101  and permission of the instructor.
    Vocal literature, vocal techniques, and performance for the musical theater. This course will survey the musical repertory of standard major musical theater works. Students will prepare and perform songs, duets and group numbers from several musicals.
  

  • MUSI 3311:History of Music I

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 1122  and MUSI 1107  
    A survey of Western music history and literature from the Ancient Greece to 1800.
  

  • MUSI 3312:History of Music II

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 3311  
    A survey of Western music history and literature from 1800 to the present.
  

  • MUSI 3314:History of Rock and Roll

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1102  
    This course is an in-depth study of the history and evolution of rock music, including the roots of rock and roll as well as rock styles and historical periods. Students will develop critical listening skills and will be able to identify important artists as well as artistic styles and song forms.
  

  • MUSI 3315:Vocal Literature

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2222  
    Solo vocal literature from 1600 to the present.
  

  • MUSI 3316:Music and the Holocaust

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ENGL 1102  
    An examination of the music and musicians of oppressed groups during the Holocaust provides an example of musical marginalization and oppression in the past to foster global understanding and tolerance in the present. Classical, folk, and popular styles of music will be included, as will Holocaust memorial music.
  

  • MUSI 3317:History of Opera

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2222  
    This course surveys the development of European Operatic literature from the Florentine Camerata to the present.
  

  • MUSI 3318:Introduction to Symphonic Music

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Orchestral literature from preclassic to present including symphony, concert overture, incidental music, program symphony and tone poem.

    Notes: Emphasis on standard literature.
  

  • MUSI 3319:History of Jazz

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1122  or permission of the instructor.
    This course is an in-depth study of jazz styles, historical periods and innovative artists in the jazz idiom.
  

  • MUSI 3320:Form and Analysis

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2222  
    Techniques of structural analysis of musical compositions in a variety of styles and periods with emphasis on harmony and form. The analysis of contrapuntal form is included.
  

  • MUSI 3321:Advanced Ear Training

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2222  and MUSI 2112  
    Extended training in harmonic dictation, sight singing, aural analysis and rhythm.
  

  • MUSI 3322:Jazz Theory and Composition

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2222  
    This course introduces the language of jazz and its application to jazz performance, improvisation, analysis and composition.
  

  • MUSI 3323:Jazz Arranging

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 3322 , or permission of the instructor.
    A study of jazz arranging techniques for jazz ensembles. Students will arrange works for big band and jazz combos.
  

  • MUSI 3324:Instrumentation/Arranging

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2222  
    A study of the characteristics of orchestral instruments, including scoring principals and techniques. In addition the course includes the arranging of musical works for a variety of large and small vocal and instrumental ensembles.
  

  • MUSI 3326:Class Composition I

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “B” or better in MUSI 1121 , permission of the instructor.
    Students develop music composition skills by exploring basic techniques necessary for coherent creative expression. By writing original compositions for various instrumentations, students gain skills in the artistic use of pitch, rhythm, melody, timbre and harmony. 20th and 21st century styles and techniques are utilized, and students acquire skill in music improvisation. Students gain competency in the basics of music notation utilizing both calligraphy and composition software.
  

  • MUSI 3327:Class Composition II

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 3326  or MUSI 3371  
    Students develop further music composition skill by exploring techniques necessary for coherent creative expression. By writing original compositions for various instrumentations, students gain abilities in the artistic use of pitch, rhythm, melody, timbre and harmony. 20th and 21st century styles and techniques are utilized. Students gain technology competency in the use of composition software and by learning the basics of digital audio and video editing of recorded performances.
  

  • MUSI 3331:Choral Conducting

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2221  
    Fundamental elements of conducting including baton technique, score reading, cueing, expression, interpretation and rehearsal skills with an emphasis on applying these techniques in practical conducting experiences involving vocal and instrumental ensembles.
  

  • MUSI 3332:Instrumental Conducting

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2221  
    Fundamental elements of conducting including baton technique, score reading, cueing, expression, interpretation and rehearsal skills with an emphasis on applying these techniques in practical conducting experiences involving vocal and instrumental ensembles.
  

  • MUSI 3333:Accompanying

    1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major; and permission of the instructor.
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. For music majors. The practical application of accompaniment techniques.
  

  • MUSI 3334:Italian and English Diction

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major.
    Designed for the vocal music major. The study of the pronunciation, enunciation, and expression of the Italian and English language in singing.
  

  • MUSI 3335:German and French Diction

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 3334  
    Designed for the vocal music majors. An applied performance laboratory for the study of the pronunciation, enunciation, and expression of the German and French language in singing.
  

  • MUSI 3336:Diction for Singers

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Must be a fully-admitted music major.
    This course will focus on applying the International Phonetic Alphabet to the transliteration of French, German, Italian, and English languages.
  

  • MUSI 3341:University Band

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    The University Band is a wind band that performs collegiate repertoire twice each semester. Non-music major wind and percussionists are strongly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble. No audition is required for the University Band.
  

  • MUSI 3342:Marching Band

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours (0-1) Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition required and prior high school or college instrumental or colorguard experience required.
    This course develops the instrumental and visual performance skills of students within the college marching band setting. Objectives are to combine high-level musical/visual performance with uniform marching style to create entertaining shows for football games. This course is open to all students in all majors. Auditions are required for participation and occur the week before fall classes begin. This course is offered every fall semester; max 300 members.
  

  • MUSI 3343:Jazz Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the instructor.
    This course may be repeated for upper-division credit. The School of Music offers two large Jazz Ensembles that perform both on- and off-campus in concert. The ensembles perform a variety of styles within the jazz idiom including traditional swing, bop, Latin, Afro-Cuban, and funk.
  

  • MUSI 3344:University Philharmonic Orchestra

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Membership is open to all students with previous experience playing an instrument.
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. Study, rehearsal, and concert performance of literature for orchestra. No audition is required and non-music majors with previous orchestral experience are encouraged to play in the group.
  

  • MUSI 3345:Wind Symphony

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition
    This course offers music majors, minors, and non-music majors the opportunity to study, rehearse, and perform literature for the wind band medium. This course may be repeated for upper-division credit or zero credit. Membership in the Wind Symphony is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 3346:Chamber Singers

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. Study, rehearsal and performance of choral literature. Membership in Chamber Singers is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 3347:Wind Ensemble

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for wind ensemble. Membership in the Wind Ensemble is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 3348:Symphony Orchestra

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for orchestra.

    Notes: Membership in the orchestra is by audition only.
  

  • MUSI 3349:Chorale

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for choir.
  

  • MUSI 3350:Advanced Choral Conducting/Literature

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2112 , MUSI 2222 , and MUSI 3331  
    Advanced elements of conducting including baton technique, score reading, cueing, expression, interpretation and rehearsal skills with an emphasis on applying these techniques through choral literature in practical conducting experiences involving choral ensembles. Required laboratory component.
  

  • MUSI 3351:Advanced Instrumental Conducting/Literature

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2222 , MUSI 2112 , and MUSI 3332  
    Advanced elements of conducting including baton technique, score reading, cueing, expression, interpretation and rehearsal skills with an emphasis on applying these techniques through band and orchestra literature in practical conducting experiences involving instrumental ensembles. Required laboratory component.
  

  • MUSI 3352:Opera Theater

    0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Audition.
    May be repeated for upper-division credit. Techniques for the singing actor studied through the production of scenes from the dramatic repertory.
  

  • MUSI 3353:Jazz Improvisation I

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 1122  
    An introduction to jazz improvisation for any instrument and application of jazz improvisation techniques to jazz repertoire including modal compositions, blues, minor blues, and compositions with major cadences.
  

  • MUSI 3354:Jazz Improvisation II

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2222  and MUSI 3353 , or permision of the Jazz Studies director.
    A continuing methodology designed to improve jazz improvisation, for any instrument and application in jazz, that focuses on rhythm changes form, altered dominants, bebop concepts, and unconventional harmonies.
  

  • MUSI 3355:Jazz Improvisation III

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2222  and MUSI 3354 , or permission of the Jazz Studies director.
    A continuing methodology designed to improve jazz improvisation, for any instrument and application in jazz, that focuses on melodic minor derivations, cycling altered dominants, pentatonic concepts, and non-traditional harmonies.
  

  • MUSI 3360:Jazz Piano

    0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1165  
    An introduction to jazz piano skills for the non-pianist including interpreting chord symbols and sophisticated harmonies, learning functional voicings, and performance competency.
  

  • MUSI 3367:Vocal Skills I

    1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: All developmental studies courses if required. Non-music majors require permission of the instructor.
    Vocal proficiency for music majors and non-majors. Emphasis on tone production, diction, performing skills and the physiology of the voice.
  

  • MUSI 3368:Vocal Skills II

    1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 3367  
    Continuation of MUSI 3367.
  

  • MUSI 3371:Composition I

    1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MUSI 2222  and permission of the instructor.
    Individually tailored instruction is utilized for the development of music composition skills by writing in traditional and 20th century styles in both small and large forms and for a variety of media.
 

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