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MLG 332 - Advanced Composition and Conversation II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLG 331 or instructor’s approval. A continuation of MLG 331 . (By Demand)
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MLG 336 - Culture and Civilization of Germany I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLG 332 . This course examines the major historical periods and cultural movements of Germany. The course reflects current scholarship in its examination of history, politics, literature, art, and music. (By Demand)
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MLG 337 - Culture and Civilization of Germany II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLG 332 . This course concentrates mainly on Austria and Switzerland. (By Demand)
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MLG 431 - Introduction to German Literature I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLG 332 . This course is a study of major German writers from the Middle Ages through the 18th Century. (By Demand)
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MLG 432 - Introduction to German Literature II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLG 332 . This course is a study of major German writers from the 19th Century to the present. This course may precede MLG 431 . (By Demand)
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MLK 131 - Elementary Greek I 3 Credit Hours
A foundation course, emphasizing basic skills listening, writing, speaking and reading. Introduction to important grammatical principles. Emphasis is placed upon Greek of the New Testament. (FA, SP, SU By Demand)
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MLK 132 - Elementary Greek II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLK 131 . A continuation of MLK 131 . (FA, SP, SU By Demand)
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Spanish |
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MLS 131 - Elementary Spanish 3 Credit Hours
A foundation course, emphasizing basic skills listening, writing, speaking and reading. Introduction to important grammatical principles. Laboratory required. (FA, SP, SU-By Demand)
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MLS 132 - Elementary Spanish II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 131 . A continuation of MLS 131 . (FA, SP, SU-By Demand)
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MLS 231 - Intermediate Spanish I 3 Credit Hours
A course designed for students who have successfully completed a minimum of two years of Spanish in high school with at least an average of A or B, are native Spanish speakers and have successfully passed the appropriate placement exam, or MLS 131 and MLS 132 . (By Demand)
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MLS 232 - Intermediate Spanish II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 231 . A continuation of MLS 231 . (By Demand)
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MLS 331 - Advanced Composition and Conversation I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 232 . This course focuses on the development of language skills and cultural awareness of the Spanish world. It is the first course towards the minor. (By Demand)
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MLS 332 - Advanced Composition and Conversation II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 331 or instructor’s approval. A continuation of MLS 331 . (By Demand)
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MLS 336 - Culture and Civilization of Spain I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 332 . This course examines the major historical periods and cultural movements of Spain. The course reflects current scholarship in its examination of history, culture, and civilization. (By Demand)
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MLS 337 - Culture and Civilization of Hispanic Americans 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 332 . A cultural approach to the history, customs, geography, social institutions, and the arts in Spanish America. Emphasis on similarities and differences among countries. (By Demand)
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MLS 431 - Introduction to Spanish Literature 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 332 . This course is a study of the literature of Spain through representative works by major literary figures from the Middle ages to the present. (By Demand)
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MLS 432 - Introduction to Spanish - American Literature 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MLS 332 . This course is a study of major Pre-Colonial and Spanish-American writers and their works from pre-colonial times to the literary explosion of the 1960’s in Spanish-American literature. This course may precede MLS 431 . (By Demand)
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MY 103 - Basic Military Science 1 Credit Hour
A study of the defense establishment and the organization and development of the United States Army. A study of military courtesy, discipline, customs and traditions of the service. A historical perspective of the role of the different branches of the United States Army and the role they have played in the freedom of our nation. An introduction to physical readiness training. Exercises normally include M16-A1 rifle firing, rappelling training, and airmobile helicopter operations. (FA, SP)
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MY 103L - Basic Military Science Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training is introductory in scope and includes operations and tactics and land navigation subjects. Practical training exercises familiarize students with the field environment and field survival skills. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MY 104 - Basic Military Science 1 Credit Hour
Fundamentals of land navigation that include map reading, terrain identification, intersection, resection and polar coordinates. A study of the roles the active Army Forces, the Army Reserve Forces and the Army National Guard play in our nation’s defense. Continued emphasis on physical readiness training. Course includes lecture and laboratory. Field training exercises normally include M16-A1 rifle firing, rappelling training, and airmobile helicopter operations. (FA, SP)
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MY 203 - Basic Military Leadership I 1 Credit Hour
A review of the customs and traditions of the service. The fundamentals of leadership development and the importance of understanding the principles needed for effective leadership. Requires mandatory physical training exercises which normally include M16-A1 rifle firing, rappelling training, and airmobile helicopter operations. (FA, SP)
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MY 203L - Basic Military Leadership I Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training continues the development of cadet leadership and critical skills while remaining basic in scope and includes operations and tactics, land navigation, first aid, and general military subjects. Practical training exercises stress development of basic skills with the focus on soldier team development at the squad/team level. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MY 204 - Basic Military Leadership II 1 Credit Hour
The fundamentals of military geography and their application in the use of navigational aids for the military forces. A study of preventative medicine countermeasures and first aid techniques that every leader must know. Requires mandatory physical training and includes both lecture and leadership laboratory. Two weekend training exercises normally include M16-A1 rifle firing, rappelling training, and airmobile helicopter operations. (FA, SP)
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MY 204L - Basic Military Leadership II Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training continues development of basic skills acquired in MY 203L - Basic Military Leadership I Laboratory and includes operations and tactics, land navigation, first aid, and general military subjects. Practical training exercises continue development of basic skills with the focus on soldier-team development at the squad/team level. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MY 303 - Officership I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Completion of basic military science (or given constructive credit) and status of a contracted Army ROTC cadet. A course examining the foundations of officership, the character, responsibilities, and status of being a commissioned officer. Emphasis on the warrior ethic. Covers a wide spectrum of subjects, from training in common military skills to fostering a value system that emphasizes service to the nation, readiness to persevere in the face of obstacles, and willingness to make personal sacrifices in pursuit of the greater good. Includes lecture, advanced leadership laboratory, physical training, and practical field training exercises. (FA, SP)
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MY 303L - Officership I Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training continues development of cadet competencies and confidence through intermediate leadership and technical/tactical instruction. Practical training exercises are supplementary in scope and include operations and tactics, land navigation, and weapons training. Special topics including tactical bivouac techniques, individual tactical techniques, tactical foot march techniques, squad tactics, and small unit patrolling are covered. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MY 304 - Officership II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MY 303 - Officership I . A continuing development of the processes that distinguish commissioned military service from other professional endeavor. The main emphasis of this class is the preparation of cadets for the six-week advance camp they normally attend at the end of the junior year. Here their capability to conceptualize, innovate, synthesize information, and make sound decisions while under stress are evaluated. Includes advanced leadership laboratory, enhanced physical training and practical field training exercises. (FA, SP)
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MY 403 - Advanced Military Leadership I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MY 303 - Officership I and MY 304 - Officership II . A study of military professionalism with emphasis on command and staff relationships, organizational functions and duties of various staff officers that assist in the leadership of the organization. A study of personnel and logistical systems and the role they play in helping the organization optimize operations and improve life in the Army community. Training in staff briefings is used as an introduction to military procedures. (FA, SP)
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MY 404 - Advanced Military Leadership II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MY 303 - Officership I and MY 304 - Officership II . A study of ethics and professionalism in the military and the role they play in carrying out the defense policy of the United States. The fundamentals of military law, its impact on the American military society and its place in the jurisdictional system. A history of the military court martial as it relates to the jurisdictional process of American society. A study of the law and warfare and its relationship to the conduct of soldiers in combat. Includes lecture, laboratory, and physical readiness training. (FA, SP)
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MYL 104L - Basic Military Science Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training continues the leader development process while remaining introductory in scope and develops basic operations and tactics and land navigation skills acquired in MY 103L - Basic Military Science Laboratory . Practical training exercises continue cadet field orientation with the focus being on individual training. Special topics including stream crossing techniques, field survival skills, and bivouac techniques are covered. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MYL 304L - Leadership II Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training continues development of intermediate leader and critical skills in preparation for Advanced Camp. Practical training exercises focus on soldier-team development at squad/patrol level. Training is supplementary and includes tactics, land navigation, and weapons subjects. (FA, SP)
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MYL 403L - Advanced Military Leadership I Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training culminates the leader development process at the pre-commissioning level. Training is supplementary and includes operations and tactics, land navigation, and radio wire communication subjects. Students perform as subject matter experts and are responsible for conducting and evaluating training. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MYL 404L - Advanced Military Leadership II Laboratory 0 Credit Hours
Leadership laboratory with emphasis on military leadership and small unit tactics. Students develop leadership abilities through hands-on practical experiences. Training culminates development of leader skills emphasizing the transition from cadet to second lieutenant. Expands the frame of reference and gradually shifts it to orient on future assignments as an officer. Training is supplementary and includes operations and tactics, land navigation, and radio wire communication subjects. Students perform as subject matter experts and are responsible for conducting and evaluating training. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is administered to assess the state of physical development. (FA, SP)
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MU 99 - Applied Music Music Instrument 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. A preparatory course for music majors who do not have sufficient background to begin applied music instruction at the 210 level but who show promise for advancement. Credit for this course cannot be applied toward a music degree program but it may be repeated once upon approval of the applied instructor. (FA, SP)
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MU 133 - Computer Applications in Music 3 Credit Hours
A study in the basic concepts in computing, and the way computers are and can be used in music. (FA, SP)
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MU 134 - Introduction to Audio Recording 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None. An introductory course on music and recording designed to introduce students to the world and industry of audio recording. This course covers the following topics history of recording, both analog and digital; studio basics, including equipment, budgets and acoustics; music theory, songwriting, and producing; MIDI and synthesizers; notation software; career options and paths; analog audio signal path and routing; recording, including basic play, record, and talkback functions; editing; microphone types, patterns, and technique; processing and effects; mixing and mastering; post-production and surround sound; applications of the modern project studio; and integration between professional and personal facilities. This course does not count as Credit toward the Music Technology major.
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MU 135 - Introduction to Songwriting 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: None. An introduction to songwriting and lyric writing for popular music. Students will be introduced to the basic concepts and industry standards involved in writing hit songs for the Pop, Hip Hop, Rap, Rock, Country, R&B, Soul, Gospel and Folk industries. (FA, SP)
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MU 213 - Vocal Methods 1 Credit Hour
Emphasis is upon developing and teaching basic concepts of vocal techniques appropriate to teaching vocal music in K-12 school settings. (FA, SP)
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MU 214 - String Methods 1 Credit Hour
Emphasis is upon developing and teaching basic concepts of string instruments appropriate to teaching string music in K-12 school settings. (FA, SP)
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MU 225 - Music Appreciation for Non-majors 3 Credit Hours
A one semester introduction to music of western and non-western cultures framed within a historic and social context in order to understand how people experienced music over time. A separate segment is devoted to “music of our time” and the past 50 years. The course format includes listening, readings, discussions, and analysis of music.
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MU 228 - Pro Tools 101 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: None. This course is the official Avid Pro Tools 101 course and the first step towards Pro Tools certification, covering basic Pro Tools principles and providing everything students need to complete a Pro Tools project-from initial set up to final mixdown. (FA, SP)
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MU 229 - Pro Tools 110 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 228 . This course is the official Avid Pro Tools 110 course and the second step towards Pro Tools certification, providing a more detailed look at the Pro Tools system above and beyond the knowledge students gained in the MU 228 - Pro Tools 101 course covering all the key concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools system at the User level. (FA, SP)
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MU 233 - Advanced Computer Applications 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None. This course provides a study in the advanced concepts of the integration of computers and music including Digital Audio Workstation fundamentals, Mac and PC software and issues, digital audio and video editing, and MIDI fundamentals. (FA only)
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MU 234 - Diction for Singers 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None. This course provides study of the International Phonetic Alphabet and its application in mastering the pronunciation rules for the four primary languages of classical vocal literature - English, French, German, and Italian. Diction for Singers is intended for students preparing for careers as vocalists, vocal pedagogues, or vocal coaches. (Elective as needed)
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MU 235 - Vocal Literature 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None. This course presents a study of vocal literature from the Baroque to the present, with emphasis on repertoire for piano and voice. This course is designed to survey the vocal literature of the eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth centuries, exposing students to various styles, genres and composers, and aiding their repertoire choices for subsequent recitals. Students will learn to analyze stylistic elements found in representative works by the major composers studied. The course will also examine and discuss elements of operatic works vs. art song literature orchestration, staging, language, style, cooperation between singer and pianist, poetry and the composer’s musical settings. (Elective as needed)
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MU 236 - Piano Literature 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None. This course presents a study of the literature for solo piano from the Baroque to the present, with emphasis on musical styles and forms. Piano Literature is intended to give students an overview of the styles, genres and composers of solo piano repertoire of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries and is designed to aid students in their repertoire choices for subsequent recitals or future teaching opportunities. (Elective as needed)
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MU 237 - Music Industry 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 . This course introduces students to the unique business of the music and recording industries. Students learn about the structure and function of record labels, artist management, and managing their own music or recording businesses and careers. (SP)
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MU 238 - Introduction to Conducting 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MUAL 100 . Introduces the basic techniques of conducting vocal and instrumental music, focus will include use of the baton and hands, beat patterns, preparatory beats, cutoffs, fermati, and gestures for dynamics, tempo, and character. Students will conduct one another in a varied repertoire of vocal, and instrumental music. (FA, SP)
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MU 243 - Audio Fundamentals I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 233 (completed or concurrent enrollment). This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of audio including room acoustics, auditory function, equipment components, audio processors, mixing, mastering and Digital Audio Workstations. (FA)
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MU 244 - Audio Fundamentals II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 233 , MU 243 . This course is a continued study of audio fundamentals with a greater focus towards hands-on experience through projects recorded in a recording studio utilizing microphone technique and producing and mixing a project from start to finish. (SP)
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MU 251 - Musicianship Skills I 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUAL 100 . This course presents a review of music fundamentals and begins the study of diatonic harmonic and melodic materials of the common practice period. A co-requisite laboratory begins the development of ear training and sight singing skills. (FA)
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MU 252 - Musicianship Skills II 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 251 . Further study of harmonic progressions of the common practice period including introduction to applied chromaticism, modulation, and an introduction to formal processes in tonal music. Emphasis is on part-writing and analysis. Continuation of dictation and sight singing corequisite lab. (SP)
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MU 313 - Percussion Methods 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MUAL 100 . Emphasis upon developing and teaching basic concepts of percussion instruments appropriate to teaching instrumental music in K-12 grade school settings. (FA, SP)
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MU 314 - Brass Methods 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 251 . Emphasis upon developing and teaching basic concepts of brass instruments appropriate to teaching instrumental music in K-12 grade school settings. (SP)
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MU 324 - Music History & Culture I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 252 . A comprehensive study of Western Music literature, as well as social/historic/political context in which the music evolved, from Antiquity to 1730, including a segment on non-western music (Asia and Africa) and popular culture. The course will examine the influence of various regions and cultures on its music, tracing similarities within the diverse body of music in both classical and popular genres. (FA)
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MU 325 - Music History & Culture II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 324 . A one Credit comprehensive study of Western Music literature, as well as social/historic/political context in which the music evolved, from 1730 to the Present, including a segment on non-western music (Asia, the Americas and Africa) and pop culture. The course will examine the influence of various regions and cultures on its music, tracing similarities within the diverse body of music in both classical and popular genres. (SP)
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MU 328 - Pro Tools 201 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 229 . This course is the official Avid Pro Tools 201 course and the third step towards Pro Tools certification, continuing to build on the fundamental concepts and topics covered in the Pro Tools 100- series courses, covering all the key concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools system in a professional studio environment. (FA, SP)
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MU 329 - Pro Tools 210 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 328 . This course is the official Avid Pro Tools 210M course and the final step towards Pro Tools Operator certification, reinforcing the concepts and skills covered in MU 228 - Pro Tools 101 , MU 229 - Pro Tools 110 , and MU 328 - Pro Tools 201 with practical music-specific examples pertinent to operating a Pro Tools system in a professional studio environment. (FA, SP)
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MU 336 - Record Label 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , and MU 237 . This course covers advanced topics pertaining to the music and recording industries. Students learn about the structure and function of record labels, artist management, and managing their own music or recording businesses and careers. (Elective as needed)
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MU 337 - Advanced Music Industry 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , and MU 237 . This course covers advanced topics pertaining to the music and recording industries. Students learn about the structure and function of record labels, artist management, and managing their own music or recording businesses and careers. (Elective as needed)
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MU 343 - Music Production I 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 233 , MU 243 , MU 244 . This course provides an extensive study of advanced recording techniques, music production, arranging, and Pro Tools HD functionality. This course provides continued hands-on experience in micing, mixing, and MIDI production including project creation in a variety of different musical genres and styles. (FA)
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MU 344 - Music Production II 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 233 , MU 243 , MU 244 , MU 343 . This course is a continued study of music production introducing students to advanced production techniques including producing, arranging, loop creation, and beat manipulation. Students complete a variety of projects producing their own original works. (SP)
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MU 345 - Audio Post-Production 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , MU 243 , and MU 244 . This course introduces students to the specific issues and considerations involved in the synchronization of audio and video. This includes the history of audio for film, SMPTE time code, and surround sound. The course also covers various techniques including dialog editing, Foley, sound effects creation, and composition for film, TV, and Games. (Elective as needed)
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MU 346 - Live Sound Reinforcement 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , MU 243 , and MU 244 . This course aims to redirect previously learned skills in recording towards the field of live sound reinforcement. This course covers everything from signal flow to impedance law. The course focuses on hands on experience more than the memorization of information. This is a three-Credit course with one Credit set aside for labs. These labs are meant to give the student hands-on experience that cannot be covered in a one-Hour class period. (Elective as needed)
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MU 347 - Advanced Music Production 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , MU 243 , and MU 244 . This course continues a study of music production through more advanced production projects further enhancing student’s skills as songwriters, arrangers, and producers. (Elective as needed)
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MU 348 - Media Composition 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , MU 243 , and MU 244 . This course covers the field of music composition for electronic media such as; film, television, advertising, and gaming. Students will learn how to compose to picture, create leitmotifs for characters, and manipulate stems for gaming. (Elective as needed)
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MU 349 - Advanced Mixing & Mastering 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , MU 243 , and MU 244 . This course is an advanced study in the art and science of both mixing and mastering audio; covering mixing for different regions and genres as well as the history and current trends and practices of both mixing and mastering. (Elective as needed)
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MU 353 - Musicianship Skills III 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 252 . This course offers further study of chromatic harmony and techniques of the common practice period. Basic formal structures, musical textures, and contrapuntal techniques in this same period are also discussed. Emphasis is on analysis and composition of structured melodies with harmonization. Continuation of ear-training and sight-singing skills as the corequisite lab portion. (FA)
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MU 354 - Musicianship Skills IV 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 353 . A study of large musical forms and styles with an emphasis on Western tonal music of the last 300 years. Introduction to compositional processes of the last century including exotic scales, atonal analysis using pitch-class sets, 12-tone serialism, and more recent trends. Continuation of ear-training and sight-singing skills in a corequisite laboratory. (SP)
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MU 413 - Woodwind Methods 1 Credit Hour
Emphasis upon developing and teaching basic concepts of woodwind instruments appropriate to K-12 grade school settings. (FA, SP)
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MU 430 - Marching & Concert Techniques 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 110 (4 hrs.), MU 313 , MU 314 , MU 354 , MU 413 . This course is designed to provide senior level students first hand instruction in the structure, organization, administration and standard operating procedures for marching and concert band at the middle school and high school levels. (SP)
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MU 434 - Choral Methods and Techniques 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 252 , MU_ 210 (2 hrs.). Advanced topics in the development of choral music programs at the middle school and high school levels. (Elective as needed)
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MU 435 - Arranging for Vocal and Instrumental Ensembles 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 353 . Practical arranging and scoring techniques for vocal and instrumental ensembles. Provides an introduction to the musical craft of arranging as related to the setting of music for various combinations of instruments and voices. Topics will include transpositions, and instrument/voice ranges Students will participate in in-class exercises and prepare weekly assigned arrangements as well as a final project. (SP)
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MU 437 - Form & Analysis 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 354 . This course offers an in-depth study of musical form and styles with an emphasis on music from the common practice period. Expands discussions to include full score study; additional structures such as concerto and vocal forms; aural identification of formal processes; and recent compositional trends. (FA)
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MU 438 - Advanced Conducting Techniques 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 238 , MU 252 . A study of advanced conducting techniques focusing on instrumental ensembles, choral ensembles and their respective repertoires. Topics will include baton and hand techniques, score readings with analysis and preparation, transpositions, rehearsal techniques and program preparation. Students will be involved with the preparation of repertoire and proper interpretation of music of all periods. Students will have an opportunity to conduct a large ensemble by end of Credit. (SP)
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MU 439 - Eighteenth Century Counterpoint 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 334. Basic techniques of 18th century tonal counterpoint. Emphasis is on the Well-Tempered Clavier and Two-part inventions of J. S. Bach. (SP)
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MU 450 - Multimedia Audio (Mixed Media, Movies, Animation) 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 233 , MU 344 . This course examines the software, hardware, and techniques of multimedia audio production using microcomputers and microprocessors. The course includes sound integration techniques for video, movies, animation, and audio applications for the WEB, e.g., Real Audio, and MP3. (Elective as needed)
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MU 498 - Production Portfolio 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MU 135 , MU 233 , MU 237 , MU 243 , MU 244 , MU 343 , MU 450 . This course provides the use of the recording studios and the guidance of the instructor to help students create a professional portfolio demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and application in music production, audio post-production, music composition, sound design, or media composition. Typical projects include Music and Audio Production - record and produce music for a full-length album (60-80 minute CD). Film Composing - create a series of musical compositions for a 30 or more minute video project or production (a score for a film, a score for a theatrical production, a score for a church production, etc.). Audio Post-Production for Film or Video - provide audio production and/or post-production for a 30 or more minute video project (recording dialog, editing dialog, adding sound effects, etc.). Music Composition - create a portfolio with multiple popular genres and styles represented (music library, royalty free music, fully produced beats, etc.) Live Recording - record a series of live recordings both 2-track and multi-track (recorded sermons, acoustic performances, live multi-tracks, etc.). Sound Design - create a sound effects library of recorded and synthetically created sounds (2 CDs or 150 minutes worth of sound effects including ambiences, hits, alerts, etc.). Media Composition - create examples for TV, radio, gaming, and film (TV commercial with background music, music jingles for radio, music for gaming in stems, film compositional pieces with repeating motifs, etc.). All projects must be pre-approved. This course meets with either regular class Hours or by appointment with the instructor where feedback and assistance is given. (FA, SP)
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MUA 110 - Concert Band 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. Study and performance of standard and contemporary literature for concert band. (SP)
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MUAL 100 - Fundamentals of Musicianship Lab 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. A preparatory course for music majors who do not have sufficient background to begin applied music instruction at the 210 level but who show promise for advancement. Credit for this course cannot be applied toward a music degree program but it may be repeated once upon approval of the applied instructor. (FA,SP)
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MUB 110 - Marching Band 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Band Staff Audition. Study and performance of marching band literature and marching techniques. Show design emphasizes popular music as well as traditional marches. Provides service to the university and community through a wide array of performing venues such as half-time atts and parades. (FA)
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MUC 110 - Concert Chorale 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition Study and performance of standard and contemporary choral literature. (FA, SP)
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MUD 110 - Jazz Ensemble 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. Study and performance of standard and contemporary literature for large jazz ensembles, with emphasis on the development of jazz performance skills. (FA, SP)
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MUE 231 - Introduction to Music Education 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None. Orientation to the role of the music teacher in the public schools. Observation required for teacher-pupil interaction, instructional approaches, and classroom management in elementary through secondary schools. (FA)
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MUE 340 - Assessment & Evaluation in Music Education 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUE 231 . Students will learn how to use standardized music aptitude batteries, timbre preference tests, and teacher-made performance rating scales. Students will become familiar with published music achievement tests, and with rubrics used for group and individual assessments in National and Florida Music Education Regional and State competitions. Students will learn basic psychometric concepts related to validity, reliability, error, traditional and authentic measurement tools, criterion referenced, normative referenced, and idiographic referenced tests, and the interpretation of test results. Students will explore current accountability and testing issues in American public Education. (SP)
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MUE 350 - Music Methods in Elementary Education 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUE 231 . In depth, hands-on knowledge and skills of the major approaches to Music Education within an Elementary School setting, including Orff, Dalcroze, Laban, Suzuki, Weikart, Kodaly, and Gordon. Students will practice movement sequences and techniques, dance, song literature, content and skill learning sequences for tonal and rhythm elements of music, the development of audiation, recorder, and Elementary School Choir concepts. Students will develop a repertoire of lesson plans and will practice teach. Students will develop basic understanding of integration in music. (SP)
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MUE 360 - Music Methods in Secondary Education 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUE 231 , any 3 Method courses outside of MUE 350 . Overview of traditional and progressive methods and techniques used in secondary vocal and instrumental music. Students will use knowledge and skills garnered from instrumental methods classes to continue to increase performance skills with secondary instruments. Students will articulate methods and techniques from Elementary Methods and Techniques classes and implement pedagogical knowledge and skills to Instrumental Music and secondary Vocal Music. (FA)
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MUF 310 - Opera & Musical Theatre Workshop 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. Practical experience in stage movement and performance of opera and musical theater excerpts. (FA, SP)
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MUG 210 - Applied Guitar 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Audition required. Individual instruction in the techniques and performance literature for students of Guitar.
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MUG 310 - Brass Chamber Ensemble 1 Credit Hour
Open to all B-CU Instrumental Brass Students. Study and performance of standard and contemporary literature for brass chamber ensembles, with emphasis on the development of small ensemble skills. Includes Trumpet ensemble, trombone ensemble, tuba-euphonium ensemble, and brass quintet. (FA, SP)
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MUH 310 - Woodwind Chamber Ensemble 1 Credit Hour
Open to all B-CU Instrumental Woodwind Students. Study and performance of standard and contemporary literature for woodwind chamber ensembles, with emphasis on the development of small ensemble skills. Includes flute ensemble, clarinet ensemble, and saxophone ensemble. (FA, SP)
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MUI 310 - Percussion Chamber Ensemble 1 Credit Hour
Open to all B-CU Instrumental Percussion Students. Study and performance of standard and contemporary literature for percussion chamber ensembles, with emphasis on the development of small ensemble skills. (FA, SP)
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MUJ 310 - Chamber Choir 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. Study and performance of standard and contemporary literature for vocal chamber ensembles, with emphasis on the development of group Acappella singing skills. (FA, SP)
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MUK 210 - Applied Drum Kit 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Audition required. Individual instruction in the techniques and performance literature for students of Drum Kit; including aspects of percussion, but more specifically applied to the tradition drum kit or trap kit found in various styles of music from Jazz to Country to Pop. Chart reading and improvisation are also key components of these applied lessons.
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MUL 251 - Aural Skills I 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MUAL 100 . This course begins the development of sight singing, dictation, and audiation skills for the music major. Exercises include materials from major and minor diatonic music, simpler rhythmic figurations, and basic conducting patterns used in a context to also develop the ability to sing at first sight. (FA)
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MUL 252 - Aural Skills II 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 251 . Further study of sight singing, dictation, error detection, and audiation to also introduce applied chromaticism and modulation. Emphasis is on linear and vertical dictation and analysis reinforced with singing exercises. (SP)
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MUL 353 - Aural Skills III 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 252 . Continued study of sight singing, dictation, error detection, and audiation to include additional chromaticism and complex modulations. Includes aural identification of formal structures. Emphasis on linear and vertical dictation and analysis reinforced with singing exercises. (FA)
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MUL 354 - Aural Skills IV 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: MU 353 . Final study of sight singing, dictation, error detection, and audiation including sight singing vocal and choral literature representing the various periods. Expands aural identification of formal structures. Dictation and sight singing includes select 20th century styles. (SP)
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MUM 111 - Class Voice 1 Credit Hour
Class instruction designed to introduce the beginning singer to the fundamentals of healthy voice production and to instill confidence in individual performing skills. (FA, SP)
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MUN 110 - Symphonic Band 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: Placement by Faculty Audition. Instrumental ensemble performing advanced collegiate and professional compositions. Students receive hands on laboratory experience for ensemble performing. Balance, blend, tonality, listening and intonation are some skills developed in the symphonic band setting. (SP)
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