May 14, 2024  
2018-2019 Southeastern University - Traditional Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Southeastern University - Traditional Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Military Science

  
  • MISL 4071 - LEADERSHIP LAB


    The course places significant emphasis on preparing cadets for the Basic Officer Leadership Course (BOLC) II and III, and their first unit of 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 a commissioned officer in the United States Army.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MISL 4001

    Credits: 1
  
  • MISL 4081 - LEADERSHIP LAB


    Provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite course MISL 4002. Exercises are structured to produce success in military operations, rapid decision-making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, concern for others, first aid, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions. Spring semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MISL 4002

    Credits: 1
  
  • MISL 4603 - LEADER’S TRAINING COURSE INTERNSHIP


    Beginning military science students who did not complete the first two years of Military Science and Leadership instruction may attend the Leader’s Training Course at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The course is approximately five weeks and attendees receive pay for the time spent in the course. The course introduces students to military life, provides challenging leadership scenarios, and requires participants to use their personal courage to overcome obstacles and difficult situations. Students must be physically qualified and must pre-contract to attend the course. Summer.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISL 4613 - NATIONAL ADVANCED LEADERSHIP COURSE


    The National Advanced Leadership course is mandatory for students who have completed their junior year in the Military Science and Leadership program and are progressing to their senior year in the program. The course is 32 days at Fort Lewis, Washington, and attendees receive pay for the time spent in the course. The course tests student proficiency in military leadership skills in realistic scenarios. Students participate in the scenarios with students from other universities across the country. Students must be physically qualified to attend the course. Summer.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Department chair approval required

    Credits: 3

Missions

  
  • MISS 2533 - MISSIONARY LIFE AND WORK


    A study of the missionary motive, objective, call, qualifications, and preparation of missionary candidates; spiritual and cultural life of the missionary on the field; the administration of missions at home and abroad; and methods used in planting indigenous churches. This course requires careful study of and reflection upon the appropriate biblical texts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISS 2633 - HISTORY OF MISSIONS


    An historical survey of missions, noting the problems and challenges of church expansion. Attention is given to the history, development, and spread of the Gospel to every continent. This course requires careful study of and reflection upon the appropriate biblical texts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISS 3223 - MISSIONS IN A SOUTHEAST ASIAN CONTEXT


    To be developed. Check with the Study Abroad office for further details and information.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISS 3303 - WORLD VIEWS AND MISSION STRATEGY


    An investigation of humanity and various worldviews from a missionary perspective. Various dimensions of people groups and sub-systems are examined as they relate to the world as a whole and as a tool for developing effective missions strategy. This course requires careful study of and reflection upon the appropriate biblical texts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISS 3333 - THEOLOGY OF MISSIONS


    An introduction to the theology of the Christian Mission in the Old Testament; and a study of the responsibility of the individual, the pastor and the church in its implementation. This course requires careful study of and reflection upon the appropriate biblical texts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISS 3733 - WORLD RELIGIONS


    This course is an introduction to the historical development, major teachings, and current practices of selected world religions. In addition, Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic views of Jesus will be analyzed and contrasted with those of Christianity. Special attention is given to identifying opportunities to authentically communicate Christ while respecting the history, worldview, and cultural values of others.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: ENGL1233

    Credits: 3
  
  • MISS 4933 - INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION


    The principles and processes of communicating from one culture to another with a focus on the relevance of incarnation as the model for the communication of the Gospel. This course requires careful study of and reflection upon the appropriate biblical texts.

    Credits: 3

Music

  
  • ELECTIVE MUSIC-3 Hrs. - MUSIC ELECTIVE


    Please see Audit for Elective choices.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUAJ 1221 - JAZZ VOCAL ENSEMBLE


    The Jazz Vocal Ensemble will examine and perform various small ensemble works selected from extant literature which include arrangements of jazz standards and newly composed works in the jazz vocal idiom.  

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Audition with instructor  

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 202L - WORSHIP LEADING I LAB


    This course provides hands-on experience in worship leading. Students will apply techniques and principles learned in Worship Leading I while leading worship in a small group setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUSC 2021

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 203L - WORSHIP LEADING II LAB


    This course provides hands-on experience in worship leading utilizing a large worship team. Students will apply techniques and principles learned in Worship Leading II while leading worship in a large group setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUSC 2031

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 315L - AUDIO AND PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY LAB


    This course provides hands-on experience in worship support ministries including sound reinforcement and multimedia projection. Students will apply techniques and principles learned in Audio and Production Technology II while running sound and multimedia for the Worship Leading Lab II.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUSC 3152

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1000 - DEPARTMENTAL RECITAL


    A training opportunity for music students to perform works prepared in their studios for other music students and faculty.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 1002 - INTRODUCTION TO THEORY


    An orientation to music designed to establish a foundation in the fundamentals of music. Required for music majors with little music background.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 1003 - MUSIC APPRECIATION


    This course is designed to be an introduction to music: its history, sounds, forms, styles, dynamics, and beauty. Music from the Medieval period (450) through contemporary styles such as Jazz, Rock, and Non-Western Music is included.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 1010 - APPLIED MUSIC LAB


    This course provides a setting for students to perform for one another on their instruments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: none; Corequisite: Applied lessons

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 1041 - AURAL THEORY I


    This course provides training in the recognition of fundamental melodic, harmonic and rhythmic patterns. In addition, training is provided in sight-reading melodic and rhythmic excerpts with a moderate level of difficulty.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Placement test required, or passing grade of C or higher in Intro to Theory (MUSC 1002) 

    Corequisite:

      

     

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUSC 1042 - AURAL THEORY I


    None

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Passing score on the theory placement exam. By audition only. Corequisite: MUSC 1133

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 1051 - AURAL THEORY II


    This course provides training in the recognition of fundamental to intermediate melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic patterns. In addition, training is provided in sight-reading of melodic and rhythmic excerpts with a moderate level of difficulty.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 1041. Corequisite: MUSC 1233

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1052 - AURAL THEORY II


    None

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 1042. Corequisite: MUSC 1233

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 1103 - HISTORY OF JAZZ


    This course examines the most significant styles of American music in chronological order beginning with its roots and continuing through the present day.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 1133 - MUSIC THEORY I


    This course is a study of fundamental musical concepts with emphasis on notation, rhythm, key signatures, intervals, scales, major/minor tonality, and chord construction found in Western music. Must have passing score on theory placement exam, or successful completion of MUSC 1002. By audition only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Placement test required, or passing grade of C or higher in Intro to Theory (MUSC 1002) 

    Corequisite: MUSC 1042

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUSC 1233 - MUSIC THEORY II


    This course is a study of the fundamental principles of harmonic progression and harmonic rhythm, seventh chords, modulation, secondary dominants, leading-tone chords, and four-part composition. Included in this course is the study of small musical forms.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 1133; Corequisite: MUSC 1052

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 1800 - GUITAR PROFICIENCY EXAM (MUS BUS)


    This is a pass/fail check item to fulfill the guitar proficiency requirement of all Music Business Majors.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 1902 - FUNDAMENTALS OF VOCAL DICTION


    This is a survey course designed to instruct students in the use of basic International Phonetic Alphabet symbols, and their pronunciation, for the purpose of enhancing their ability to execute, and to teach other vocalists to execute, correct pronunciation with regard to domestic and foreign musical texts, primarily in English, Latin, Italian, French and German.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 1912 - DICTION FOR SINGERS I


    Survey course designed to instruct the voice student in the correct pronunciation of Italian and German as they relate to art music. Through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet, the student will learn to transcribe Italian and German texts in order to pronounce them more accurately and effectively. Emphasis will be placed on studying and singing works in Italian and German.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 1922 - DICTION FOR SINGERS II


    Survey course designed to instruct the voice student in the correct pronunciation of French as it relates to art music. Through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet, the student will learn to transcribe French texts in order to pronounce them more accurately and effectively. Emphasis will be placed on studying and singing works in French.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2021 - WORSHIP LEADING I


    This course is an introduction to the study of worship leading in a small group setting. Emphasis will be placed on the development of the spiritual life of the worship leader as well as the musical and leadership skills necessary to lead a small group during corporate worship.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUSC 202L

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2031 - WORSHIP LEADING II


    This course is a study of worship leading and the worship leading team. Emphasis will be placed on the development of the spiritual life of the worship leader as well as the musical and leadership skills necessary to lead the worship team and congregation during times of corporate worship.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUSC 203L

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2041 - AURAL THEORY III


    This course provides training in the recognition of advanced melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic patterns. In addition, training is provided in sight-reading of melodic and rhythmic excerpts with a moderate level of difficulty.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Aural Theory II - MUSC 1051

    Corequisite: Music Theory III - MUSC 2133

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUSC 2042 - AURAL THEORY III


    None

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 1052. Corequisite: MUSC 2133

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2051 - AURAL THEORY IV


    This course provides training in the recognition of advanced melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic patterns. In addition, training is provided in sight-reading of melodic and rhythmic excerpts with an advanced level of difficulty.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite:  

    Corequisite:

     

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUSC 2052 - AURAL THEORY IV


    None

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2042. Corequisite: MUSC 2233

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2093 - MUSIC FOR FILM AND TV


    This course is a study of music composition and sound design for cinema and television.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite:Permission of Instructor

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 2101 - CONTEMP MUSIC AND CLASSICAL STYLES


    The student will learn performance strategies of contemporary Christian music utilizing classical techniques.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2111 - PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES


    The course provides instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching percussion instruments.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2121 - FIELD STUDY 1


    This course will place students in a K-12 music setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida Teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe the K-12 music setting (approximately 30 hours) and participate in low-level classroom tasks in the K-12 setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: MUSC 2503

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2132 - INTRODUCTION TO WINDS AND PERCUSSION


    This is a course for choral music education majors to participate in field experiences, lectures, readings, discussions, and writing assignments designed to provide an introduction to basic pedagogical skills to teach instrumental music education courses.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2133 - MUSIC THEORY III


    This course is an advanced study of melodic, rhythmic, harmonic, formal elements, and compositional techniques of the Common Practice era.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 1233; Corequisite: MUSC 2041

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 2212 - WOODWIND TECHNIQUES


    The course provides instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching woodwind instruments.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2221 - BAND INSTRUMENT REPAIR


    This course covers the basic repair and maintenance of band instruments necessary to accommodate the daily needs of a band classroom. Emphasis will be upon minor adjustment and repair of wind instruments including the replacement of springs, cords, and pads. Students will become familiar with techniques of care and maintenance essential to successful performance. The class will be taught in a laboratory setting.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2233 - MUSIC THEORY IV


    This course is an advanced study of melodic, rhythmic, harmonic and formal elements of music as well as compositional techniques from the late 19th century to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2133; Corequisite: MUSC 2051

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 2311 - STRING TECHNIQUES


    Instruction in the technique and skills used in playing and teaching string instruments.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2312 - STRING TECHNIQUES


    This course offers instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching string instruments.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2403 - COMMERCIAL COMPOSITION/ARRANGING I


    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of composing and arranging commercial music. The student will compose and arrange music for various ensembles (including electronic music) and for various mediums such as commercial recordings, music for video and music for theater.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1233 and MUSC 1051

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 2411 - RHYTHM SECTION TECHNIQUES


    This course is a workshop for the study and development of musical techniques for the rhythm section of a rock, pop, or jazz band. Rhythm section includes guitar, bass, drums, percussion, and keyboards. Emphasis will be placed on the methods of performance, communication, and organization of a rhythm section in a church context.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2412 - ELECTRONIC MUSIC COMPOSITION


    This course studies the aesthetics, history, and techniques of music composition using electronic resources including computers, hardware samplers, synthesizers and digital or analogue recording equipment. Class work includes hands-on work with recording, editing, and compositional software and hardware.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2413 - COMMERCIAL COMPOSITION/ARRANGING II


    This course, as a continuation of Commercial Composition and Arranging I, explores advanced theory and practice of composing and arranging commercial music. The student will compose and arrange music for various ensembles (including electronic music) and for various mediums such as commercial recordings, music for video and music for theater.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 2403

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3000 - JUNIOR RECITAL


    This course requires students to demonstrate the successful completion of the junior level recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 3003 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC


    This course will present a different topic that relates to the music world. Course description will vary depending on the subject.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3012 - PIANO LITERATURE


    This course is a survey of the repertoire composed for piano from the Baroque period to the present. It is designed to enlarge the student’s knowledge of the repertoire with attention to composers’ stylistic differences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3142 - AUDIO & PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY I


    This course is a study of the production of music, audio, and multimedia content using computer technologies. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of these technologies in a church setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Cross-listed with COMM 3142

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3152 - AUDIO AND PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY II


    This course is a study of the application of audio and multimedia technologies in church and concert settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 3142. Cross-listed with COMM 3142

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3212 - BRASS TECHNIQUES


    This course provides instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching brass instruments.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3222 - CONDUCTING I


    A study of conducting techniques and skills. This course includes instruction in basic baton technique and simple score study.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1133, 1233, 2133

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3232 - CONDUCTING II


    A study of advanced conducting techniques and skills. This course includes detailed work in choral and instrumental score reading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 3222

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3311 - STRING TECHNIQUES II


    This course offers instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching string instruments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 3312 - PIANO PEDAGOGY


    This course is designed for music majors who have achieved junior or senior level keyboard proficiency. The students are given the opportunity to analyze teaching methods, observe piano studio teachers, and choose appropriate student literature.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: BM Piano major

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3321 - SUZUKI PEDAGOGY I


    This course provides an introduction to the concepts, philosophy, and approach of the Suzuki method.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2312

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 3332 - SUZUKI PEDAGOGY II


    This course provides further study of the concepts, philosophy, and approach of the Suzuki method as introduced in Suzuki Pedagogy I.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 3321

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3351 - FIELD STUDY 2


    This course will place students in a K-12 music setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida Teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe the K-12 music setting (approximately 45 hours) and participate in classroom tasks such as using data to drive lesson planning, parent communication, and classroom management planning in the K-12 setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: MUSC 3944

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 3403 - RECORDING ARTS I


    This course is an introduction to the engineering and producing practices and theories of the audio recording studio. The student will have hands on experience with digital and analogue mixing consoles, multi-track recording, signal processing, and microphone placement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 3142, MUSC 3152 and MUSC 315L

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3412 - VOCAL PEDAGOGY


    This course is a survey of the art and science of teaching voice. Students will become familiar with historical and rational pedagogical approaches. The emphasis of this course is on practical application.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3413 - RECORDING ARTS II


    This course, as a continuation of Recording Arts I, explores the engineering and producing practices and theories of the audio recording studio. The student will have hands-on experience with digital and analogue mixing consoles, multi-track recording, signal processing, and microphone placement. Attention will also be given to the concepts and practice of psychoacoustics in relation to quality audio recordings, audio mastering, critical listening and response, and studio session management.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 3403

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3423 - MUSIC BUSINESS SEMINAR


    This course explores various aspects of business and law as they relate to the music industry. Subject areas include record label functions, publishing, management and public relations, and promoting musical products.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: BUSI 1003

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3532 - MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE I: MUSIC HISTORY AND THE CHURCH


    This course is a study of basic styles of music history as they developed through the influences and needs of the Christian church. 

     

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 1233 MUSIC THEORY II  

    Credits: 2

  
  
  
  • MUSC 3811 - CHORAL METHODS FOR INSTRUMENTALISTS


    This course provides prospective secondary music teachers following the instrumental track with an overview of the materials, learning outcomes, teaching strategies, and methodologies needed to teach vocal music in schools.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2503

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 3911 - OPERA THEATRE


    This performance-oriented course is designed to equip advanced vocalists with basic drama and performance skills. Students will study, prepare, and perform scenes from a variety of musical-dramatic genres including operetta, opera, musical theatre, and church musicals.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4000 - SENIOR RECITAL


    This course requires students to demonstrate the successful completion of the senior level recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 4012 - VOCAL LITERATURE


    This course will familiarize the student with standard vocal repertoire from Pre-Baroque through the present with emphasis on repertoire assignments based on the age, voice, pedagogical need, and level of technical development of the student.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4032 - COMPOSITION AND ARRANGING


    This course is an applied study of traditional and contemporary compositional and arranging techniques, including both homophonic and contrapuntal practices as applied to both instrumental and choral music. Students will compose music for various ensembles and inscribe that music using notation software.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 4712

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4212 - COMPOSITION APPLIED LESSONS


    This course provides applied composition lessons to individual students. Individual compositional work is required.

    Credits: 1 or 2
  
  • MUSC 4222 - HYMNOLOGY


    This course is a study of the worship music from early Christianity to modern hymnody with attention given to message, music, and effectiveness in worship and evangelism.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4251 - FIELD STUDY 3


    This course will place students in a K-12 music setting within Polk County Public Schools to complete tasks in the field that are directly tied to Florida Teaching Accomplished Practices and Competencies and Skills. This course is designed to allow students multiple opportunities to observe the K-12 music setting (approximately 60 hours) and participate in classroom tasks such as teaching lessons across the curriculum, analyzing and using data to drive lesson planning, parent communication, and classroom management implementation in the K-12 setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: MUSC 3954

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4322 - MUSIC ADMINISTRATION/ORGANIZATION


    This course is a study of the administrative role of the director of music. Emphasis will be placed on planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluating various music and arts related programs.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4341 - MUSIC BUSNS SNR PROJCT (ARTIST TRK)


    The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Business major. Artist track students will create, record, produce and perform an original sound recording.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4351 - MUSIC BUSNS SEN PROJCT (EXEC TRACK)


    The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Business major. Executive track students will organize and promote an artist’s performance and promote and market an artist’s product.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4361 - MUSIC BUSINESS SENIOR PROJECT (PRODUCTION TRACK)


    The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as Music Business major. Production track students will record, mix, master, and release their own musical product or another artist’s musical product.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4403 - MUSIC BUSINESS INTERNSHIP


    A course designed to provide the student with an in-depth supervised experience and on-the-job training in a music industry organization. The intern will be supervised by a faculty coordinator and a supervisor in the organization and will report work experience through written and verbal reports to the faculty coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 4441 - MUSIC COMPOSITION SENIOR PROJECT


    This course demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Composition minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Department Chair approval required.

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUSC 4611 - MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES


    This course covers the various aspects involved in the instruction, management and administration of the marching band. Emphasis is placed on viewing the marching band as one of the components of a balanced instrumental music program.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4712 - ORCHESTRATION


    This course is a study of the fundamental principles of writing for musical instruments. The transpositions, ranges, abilities, and limitations of all of the standard orchestral instruments are explored along with an overview of some of the scoring techniques used by composers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2233

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4811 - CHORAL REPERTOIRE


    This course will familiarize the student with standard choral repertoire from Pre-Baroque to the present in the classical and contemporary genre with emphasis on objective evaluation of choral music. Emphasis on middle and secondary school choral programs.

    Credits: 1

Music Education

  
  • MUAK 3302 - KEYBOARD TECHNIQUES CLASSROOM TEACH


    This is a course designed for music majors who are pursuing careers in elementary general music or secondary vocal music. Special emphasis is placed on developing the skills needed to accompany solo singing and part singing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUAK 1000

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 250L - MUSIC EDUCATION LAB


    A course for all music education majors to review a variety of aspects of music education through observation, reading, and teaching experiences. This course is intended to develop a detailed understanding of music curricula, instructional practices, and administrative procedures at the elementary and secondary levels. Emphasis will be placed on personal, professional, and musical skills necessary for effective music teaching and learning.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 1241 - CONTEMPORARY INSTRUMENTAL TECHNIQUE


    This is a course for instrumental music education majors to learn guitar and modern instrument techniques used frequently in public school settings.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2112 - PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES


    The course provides instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching percussion instruments. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 2131 - INSTRUMENTAL WIND TECHNIQUES


    This is a course for choral music education majors to participate in field experiences, lectures, readings, discussions, and writing assignments designed to provide an introduction to basic pedagogical skills to teach instrumental music education courses.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2503 - INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC EDUCATION


    A course for music education majors to participate in field experiences, lectures, readings, discussions, and writing assignments designed to provide an introduction to the profession of music education. Emphasis will be placed on personal, professional and musical skills necessary for effective music teaching and learning. This course is cross-referenced with EDUC 2503.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3812 - CHORAL METHODS


    This course provides prospective secondary music teachers with an overview of the materials, learning outcomes, teaching strategies, and methodologies needed to teach vocal music in schools. Special emphasis is placed on selecting age-appropriate vocal literature and helping children to develop healthy vocal techniques. Micro-teaching experiences and field observations will connect theory with practical application.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3942 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC PREK/PRIMARY


    This course is designed to help prepare students to teach in an elementary general music program. Particular emphasis is placed on learning methodology, presenting and designing instruction, designing curriculum and assessment, and selecting age appropriate materials.
     

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, EDUC 3123; Corequesites: NA
     

    Credits: 4
  
  • MUSC 3943 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC IN PRIM/ELEM w/ FIELD STUDY


    This is a course for music education majors to prepare the pre-service teacher for specialized music teaching in primary and elementary schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials, and technology. The course includes field-based experiences. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2503

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3944 - METHODS TEACHING MUSIC IN PRIM/ELEM


    This is a course for music education majors to prepare the student for specialized music teaching in primary (Pre-K-3rd)/elementary (1-6) schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials and technology. The course includes field-based experiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, MUSC 2503

    Credits: 4
  
  • MUSC 3952 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC IN MIDDLE/SECONDARY SCHOOLS


    A course for music education majors to prepare the student for specialized music teaching in the middle grades (5-9) and secondary (6-12) schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials and technology. The course includes field-based experiences.
     

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, EDUC 3123; Corequisites: NA
     

    Credits: 4
 

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