2017-2018 Brenau University Catalog 
    
    May 20, 2024  
2017-2018 Brenau University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Mathematics

  
  • MS 510 - Mathematics for Teachers

    (3)
    A course to review and reinforce all areas of mathematics that are applicable to teachers. Class activities will focus on the correlation of mathematical concepts to the Georgia Performance Standards. Emphasis will be on the development of conceptual flow and continuity in the delivery of mathematics instruction. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school is required during the course. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
  
  • MS 801 - Essential Mathematics for Teachers

    (3)
    A survey of basic practical topics of arithmetic along with some elementary concepts of algebra and geometry. The Georgia Performance Standards for grades 4 8 is the basis for the course content. Note(s) Contains a practicum component.

Math/Biology

  
  • MSBY 305 - Biostatistics

    (3)
    Explores the use of statistical methodology in solving problems in the medical community. Medical applications of interest will include some of the following: Neurology, Oncology, Orthopedics, Pharmacology, Psychology, Environmental Science and Occupational Therapy. Students will also learn how to use statistical software packages commonly used in the medical community. (e.g., SAS). Prerequisite(s): MS 205

Museum Studies

  
  • MU 201 - Museum Studies I

    (3)
    This course will cover the many different types of museums, their origins and evolution into the 21st century institutions. Defining characteristics, problems and challenges specific to the genre and contemporary examples will all be explored. Students will engage in field research and writing about museums as part of the course.
  
  • MU 301 - Museum Studies II

    (3)
    This course will cover policies, procedures and ethics of the museum field. Students will explore the organizational structure of museums and professional specialties in the field. Issues of diversity and inclusion, the educational role of museums, the impact of technology, and relevancy will all be explored.
  
  • MU 404 - Seminar in Museum Studies

    (3)
    Students will have an opportunity to discuss, analyze and evaluate current trends and issues in museum practice and its effect on the various stakeholders involved. Special focus will be aimed on the changing role of the museum in the 21st century as experiences through the lens of both museum professionals and visitors.
  
  • MU 490 - Internship in Museum Studies

    (3)
    This course gives students credit for professional experience earned in the museum field. Students will be required to submit a proposal to the professor of record which details the responsibilities and duties of their internship which has been signed by the professional who will be supervising their work. This proposal must be received and verified by the professor of record prior to registration for MU 490 and both the student and the supervising professional must sign an Internship Agreement before the internship may begin. Weekly reports from the student, a mid-experience and end evaluation by the supervising professional as well as other reports, reflection papers and essays are required as part of the course. The professor of record maintains close contact with both the student and the supervising professional as part of this course.

Music

  
  • MC 101 - World Music Appreciation *

    (3)
    Introduction to music, including music of Western Civilization and music of historical and cultural diversity. The use of tapes, recordings, live performances, and study scores will enable the student to develop a broader understanding and appreciation for music.
  
  • MC 102 - Composition for Singers/Songwriters

    (1)
    This course will build basic skills needed for writing popular and folk style songs. Concepts will include key signatures, scales, diatonic chords, selected secondary dominants, cadence patterns, and principles of setting lyrics and writing melody.
  
  • MC 109 - Diction for Vocal Performance

    (1)
    Fundamentals in the pronunciation of English, Latin, Italian, German, French and Spanish designed for vocal performance and score reading. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be used.
  
  • MC 111 - Theory

    (3)
    The basic concepts necessary to read music will be covered through the study of the elements of music: scales, modes, intervals, tonality, rhythms, meter, and choral analysis. Also the structure of melody, harmony, melodic organization, and basic melodic and rhythmic notation. The student will learn to demonstrate vocally the proper musical sounds which correspond to the musical notation. Cross-cultural awareness will be addressed through historical references. Note(s) Must achieve a grade of minimum grade of C to advance to MC 112.
  
  • MC 111L - Aural Skills

    (1)
    The lab component of MC 111 will involve students in sight-singing basic melodies and rhythms as well as identifying intervals, scales, triads and seventh chords through ear-training exercises. Students will also learn to notate melodic and rhythmic passages through dictation exercises. Students must achieve a grade of C or better to progress to MC 112L.
  
  • MC 112 - Theory

    (3)
    Will cover both part writing and analysis with expanded harmonic vocabulary. The sight singing sequence is designed to develop the skills necessary to perform rhythms and intervals while utilizing tonal relationships, when relevant. Dictation will be continued in two-parts. Contributions to cross cultural awareness will be addressed through the study of Germany during the Baroque period. Prerequisite(s): MC 111, MC 111L Note(s) Must achieve a grade of minimum grade of C to advance to MC 211.
  
  • MC 112L - Aural Skills

    (1)
    This aural skills sequence is designed to develop the skills necessary to perform rhythms and intervals utilizing tonal relationships, when relevant. Melodic and rhythmic dictation will continue and progress into two-part writing. Students must achieve a grade of C or better to progress to MC 211L.
  
  • MC 120 - Spectrum Singers

    (1)
    A chorale ensemble open to all students, faculty, and staff in the Brenau community. Study and performance of a wide range of popular, multi-cultural, and traditional music styles. Note(s) May be repeated.
  
  • MC 130 - Gospel Choir

    (1)
    A chorale ensemble open to all students, faculty, and staff in the Brenau community. Study and performance of gospel music is the primary focus of this choral group. Note(s) May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MC 140 - Show Choir

    (1)
    A performance class open to all undergraduate students by audition and consent of instructor. This course emphasizes the performance of vocal music in all popular idioms with staging and choreography. May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MC 160 - Spectrum Winds

    (1)
    An instrumental ensemble open to all students, faculty, and staff in the Brenau community. Study and performance of a wide range of popular, multi-cultural, and traditional music styles. May be repeated
  
  • MC 196 - Vocal Chamber Ensemble

    (1)
    Study and performance of vocal chamber music from all historical periods. Membership is by audition only. Emphasis on smaller chamber music forms. Note(s) May be repeated.
  
  • MC 205 - Conducting I

    (2)
    Basic fundamentals of conducting technique will be addressed through the study of standard choral literature.
  
  • MC 211 - Theory

    (3)
    An introduction to the expanded harmonies of the 18th century contrapuntal two and three voice style, including modulation and phrase structure. Three-part dictation will be studied. Sophomore sight singing will stress intervallic and rhythmic performance, with additional emphasis upon unknown melodies of increased difficulty. Prerequisite(s): MC 112, MC 112L Note(s) Must achieve a grade of minimum grade of C to advance to MC 212.
  
  • MC 211L - Aural Skills

    (1)
    Sophomore sight singing will stress intervocalic and rhythmic performance, with additional emphasis upon unknown melodies of increased difficulty. Melodic and harmonic dictation will be studied progressing to three-part dictation. Note(s) Students must achieve a grade of C or better to progress to MC 212L.
  
  • MC 212 - Theory

    (3)
    Writing and analysis utilizing Romantic, Impressionistic, and 20th century techniques. Cross-cultural awareness addressed through historical references to 19th century Europe, as well as 20th century America. Class presentations will enhance oral communication techniques. Rhythmic and four-part dictation will be stressed. Oral communication skills will be developed through reports presented in class. Prerequisite(s): MC 211, MC 211L Note(s) Must achieve a grade of minimum grade of C.
  
  • MC 212L - Aural Skills

    (1)
    Sight singing will progress to difficult exercises with more chromatic intervals and complex rhythms. Rhythmic and four-part dictation will be stressed. Note(s) A grade of C or better is required to receive degree credit.
  
  • MC 214 - Special Topics in Music *

    (3)
    This introductory-level course explores the music and culture of a selected area of study, such as Verismo Opera, Choral Music You Love to Sing, or Four-hand Music for the Piano. It challenges students to learn about world-citizenship, navigate different cultures, languages, and religions, and to increase their cultural competence. The specific topic will change with each offering but each will examine the focus topic through discussion, lecture, research, personal experience, and writing. This course may also be associated with study abroad opportunities.
  
  • MC 216 - Introduction to Arts in Healthcare *

    (3)
    This course, held in a seminar setting, is designed to give students both an historical and theoretical framework for understanding the relationship between human creativity and healing. The students will also develop a personal creative practice and articulate a personal creative process.
  
  • MC 301 - Woodwinds and Percussion Methods

    (1)
    General knowledge of woodwind and percussion instruments. Students will learn basic techniques/methods necessary to play instruments in these families.
  
  • MC 305 - Conducting II/Introduction to Choral Pedagogy

    (2)
    A continuation of Conducting I. This course is designed to extend the conducting technique of the student through the use of challenging literature, proper physical gestures and cues, and increased interpretation skills. Prerequisite(s): MC 205
  
  • MC 308 - Junior Recital and Major Instrument

    (2)
    A public recital of approximately 30 minutes in length presented during the sixth semester of study. The performance level of this recital must signify that the student has gained the skills necessary to advance to senior level. Required of Performance Majors only. This course includes the student’s applied lesson as well as the recital.
  
  • MC 311 - Form and Orchestration

    (2)
    The formal analysis of musical structures including incipient, simple and compound examples of binary and ternary forms, and sonata form. The technique of writing for various combinations of instruments, survey of contrapuntal techniques, and analysis of orchestral scores. Cross-cultural awareness enhanced through historical references to Germany, Austria, and Italy. Prerequisite(s): MC 212 Note(s) Must achieve a grade of minimum grade of C.
  
  • MC 323 - History of Music I

    (3)
    The history of music from Antiquity through Classical, with emphasis on representative works of composers through recordings, tapes, live performances, and study scores. This will include a survey of ethnic music from every continent and will address idiomatic instruments, genres, and styles, which will enhance the student’s cross-cultural awareness. Students will prepare oral and written projects for class presentation in order to develop oral and computer skills. Note(s) The ability to read music is an essential skill for this course.
  
  • MC 324 - History of Music II

    (3)
    The history of music from late Classical through 20th century, with emphasis on representative works of composers through recordings, tapes, live performances, and study scores. This course will survey various jazz styles, performance media, performers, and will include a world music component. This survey course enhances the student’s cross-cultural awareness with numerous references to foreign countries. Students will prepare oral and written projects for class presentation in order to develop oral and computer skills. Prerequisite(s): MC 323 Note(s) The ability to read music is an essential skill for this course.
  
  • MC 330 - Opera Literature

    (2)
    Designed for the voice performance major. In-depth study of standard masterworks from the operatic literature.
  
  • MC 356 - Music Education Methods (ELE/MG)

    (3)
    Methods and materials for teaching in elementary schools. Includes a study of the voice, organization, administration of music curriculum involving multi-cultural materials (cross cultural awareness), and observation and practical experience in teaching grades P 7. Music majors only. Offered in alternate years. Includes field experience in pre-school and elementary classrooms. Observation in the public schools is required.
  
  • MC 356L - Music Education Field Experience (P-7)

    (1)
    A laboratory experience in which students are placed in a school setting to observe, analyze, and participate as much as possible in the music classroom. Students must have 72 hours experience in grades P-7.
  
  • MC 357 - Music Education Methods and Materials

    (3)
    Methods and materials for teaching in secondary schools. Includes literature and rehearsal techniques appropriate for grade level. Computer generated music (computer competency) will be included. Includes field experience in middle grades and high school classrooms. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school is required during the course. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
  
  • MC 371 - Vocal Pedagogy

    (2)
    This course is designed to equip the performance major (Voice) with the knowledge to teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced students through exposure to the traditional pedagogical techniques of Western European vocal music. Emphasis will be placed on surveys of traditional methods and terminology, the operation of a professional studio, physiology, research, and new technologies.
  
  • MC 372 - Vocal Literature

    (2)
    This course is required for performance majors. The student will study the vocal instrument as well as solo repertoire from a variety of musical periods and styles. Competencies are the same as MC 371.
  
  • MC 381 - Piano Pedagogy

    (2)
    A survey of piano literature and elementary pedagogy which includes major works from all important historical periods.
  
  • MC 382 - Piano Literature

    (2)
    A continuation of MC 381, including more in depth study of composers, stylistic considerations, repertoire, and intermediate and advanced pedagogical techniques.
  
  • MC 390 - Special Topics in Opera

    (1)
    This course is adapted to fit the needs of the opera program. Faculty will develop the curriculum based upon the student’s needs and/or faculty’s interest. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MC 400 - Music Capstone

    (2)
    This capstone course provides senior Music majors with a culminating experience that demonstrates a connection between the music major and the student’s chosen minor area. The course includes a public presentation 15-30 minutes in length, a written document, and applied lessons. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of the department.
  
  • MC 401 - Brass and String Methods

    (1)
    General knowledge of brass and string instruments. Students will learn basic techniques/methods necessary to play instruments in these families. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons.
  
  • MC 405 - Applied Conducting

    (1 to 2)
    Private conducting lessons, designed to prepare students for graduate study and for careers in conducting. Prerequisite(s): MC 205, MC 305
  
  • MC 406 - Applied Conducting Lesson

    (1 to 2)
    A continuation of MC 405, advanced conducting and rehearsal techniques will be addressed through the study of choral literature.
  
  • MC 407 - Senior Recital and Major Instrument

    (2)
    For the Music Education major, this course provides both 1) the last semester of applied lessons in major instrument and 2) A culminating experience that demonstrates mastery of literature and technique of the chosen instrument which is a senior recital consisting of at least 45 minutes of music. An additional applied music fee of $200 accompanies this course. Prerequisites: senior class standing and permission of department. Prerequisite(s): Senior class standing and permission of department. Note(s) An additional applied music fee of $200 accompanies this course.
  
  • MC 408 - Capstone / Senior Recital

    (2)
    This is the capstone course for the Bachelor of Music in Performance degree, provides senior BM performance majors with a culminating experience that demonstrates mastery of literature and technique of the chosen instrument. The course includes a senior recital consisting of at least 45 minutes of music, a written document, program notes/translations, and applied lessons. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites: senior class standing and permission of department.
  
  • MC 409 - Directed Independent Study

    (3)
    Guided study of an area of music of special interest to the student; it is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to work intensively on a topic with the supervision of a faculty member. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MC 410 - Directed Independent Study

    (3)
    Guided study of an area of music of special interest to the student; it is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to work intensively on a topic with the supervision of a faculty member. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MC 420 - Introduction to Music Writing

    (1)
    The “Writing about Music” course focuses on various elements of critical writing about classical music, including the historical place accorded to musical criticism, the art of writing critical reviews of live performances, the refinement of analytical thought to the study of classical music and the increasing need to be articulate in terms of concert promotion and audience development.
  
  • MC 425 - Opera Seminar

    (1)
    This course offers varying content each semester, but may include topics such as character studies, role preparation, performance practice, and critical analysis of specialized segments of operatic repertoire. Note(s) May be taken up to 3 times for credit.
  
  • MC 432 - Student Teaching ECE

    (9)
    A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take ED415 Applied Instruction during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching. Corequisite(s): ED 415 Note(s) Course taught on a pass/fail basis. Must have completed all professional core and methods courses.
  
  • MC 442 - Student Teaching MG

    (9)
    A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take ED415 Applied Instruction during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching. Corequisite(s): ED 415 Note(s) Course taught on a pass/fail basis. Must have completed all professional core and methods courses.
  
  • MC 450A - Internship in Music Education-ECE

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching music in grades K-5.
  
  • MC 450B - Internship in Music Education-ECE

    (3)
    Specifically designed for meeting certification requirements in teaching music to students in grades K-5.
  
  • MC 452 - Student Teaching Secondary

    (9)
     A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take ED415 Applied Instruction during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching. Corequisite(s): ED 415 Note(s) Course taught on a pass/fail basis. Must have completed all professional core and methods courses.
  
  • MC 455A - Internship in Music Education-MG

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements for teaching students music in grades 6-8.
  
  • MC 455B - Internship in Music Education-MG

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements for teaching music to students in grades 6-8.
  
  • MC 460A - Internship in Music Education-SEC

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements for teaching music to students in grades 9-12.
  
  • MC 460B - Internship in Music Education-SEC

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements for teaching music to students in grades 9-12.
  
  • MC 475 - Opera Workshop

    (1)
    The study, rehearsal, and performance of opera scenes and/or full-scale opera productions. May be taken up to 3 times for credit. Note(s) Audition Required / May be taken up to 3 times for credit.
  
  • MC 480 - Senior Portfolio Review

    (0)
    Candidates in the Teacher Education Program are required to register for Senior Portfolio Review during their student teaching semester and present their portfolio to their advisers. The portfolio is designed to present a personal record of a candidate’s educational experience, while demonstrating mastery of the desired Teacher Education Unit Outcomes. Advisers review and award a Pass/Fail designation.
  
  • MX 107 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Prerequisite(s): Audition for the instructor and chair approval. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 108 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 207 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 208 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 307 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 308 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 407 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.
  
  • MX 408 - Other Applied Instrument

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) Audition for the instructor and chair approval required.

Organ

  
  • MO 107 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons.
  
  • MO 108 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons or 2 credit hour lessons with instructor approval. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee credit hour for applied lessons.
  
  • MO 207 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MO 208 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MO 307 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MO 308 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MO 407 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MO 408 - Applied Organ

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.

Piano

  
  • MP 100 - Introduction to Piano

    (1)
    Basic fundamentals of piano are taught in a weekly class setting. Designed for students with little or no formal training in piano.
  
  • MP 107 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 108 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 111 - Piano Skills I

    (1)
    Basic fundamentals of piano are taught in a weekly class setting. Includes the study of theory, music reading skills, hand-eye coordination, and melody with choral accompaniment. Students must pass three piano proficiencies to advance to MP 112. May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MP 112 - Piano Skills II

    (1)
    Continued study of piano fundamentals. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of three piano proficiencies.
  
  • MP 113 - Piano Skills III

    (1)
    Continued study of piano fundamentals. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of six piano proficiencies.
  
  • MP 114 - Piano Skills IV

    (1)
    Continued study of piano fundamentals. May be repeated for credit. Music Ed and Performance majors must continue to enroll in MP 114 until all thirteen proficiencies have been successfully completed. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of nine piano proficiencies.
  
  • MP 207 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 208 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 209 - Applied Piano Accompanying

    (1 to 2)
    This course prepares the keyboard student for performances in the role of accompanist for singers(opera and art song), instrumentalists, and/or chamber music. Materials to be covered include style, performance practices, and interpretation. Repertoire suitable for the individual student will be assigned by the instructor. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. Note(s) May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.
  
  • MP 307 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 308 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 407 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 408 - Applied Piano

    (1-2)
    Music majors will take 2 credit hour lessons each semester in their major instrument, and enroll for 1 credit hour each semester of study in their minor instrument. Elective students may enroll for 1 credit hour lessons, or 2 credit hour lessons with department approval. All applied students must continue to enroll at the 201 level until they pass the Sophomore Qualifying Exam and qualify for the upper-division level. Note(s) In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee per credit hour for applied lessons. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • MP 409 - Applied Piano Accompanying

    (1 to 2)
    This course prepares the keyboard student for performances in the role of accompanist for singers(opera and art song), instrumentalists, and/or chamber music. Materials to be covered include style, performance practices, and interpretation. Repertoire suitable for the individual student will be assigned by the instructor. Note(s) May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

Nursing

  
  • NG 300 - Directed Independent Study

    (1 to 3)
    Opportunity for guided but independent study in a selected area of nursing or health care. Projects include in-depth reading and/or clinical experiences. Note(s) Junior standing. Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • NG 301R - Conceptual Basis of Professional Nursing-RN Bridge

    (3)
    This course introduces the student to the theoretical, framework, and outcomes of the nursing program. The student learns about the history of nursing, professional values, the health care delivery system, and the major theories that serve as the basis for professional nursing. In addition, students explore legal issues and role development issues influencing nursing practice. OUTCOMES: 2, 3, 6, 7  Open to RN-BSN, RN-MSN students only. Note(s) Admission to Nursing required. Open to RN-BSN/RN-MSN only.
  
  • NG 304 - Comprehensive Health Assessment

    (3)
    This course focuses on assessment techniques as students explore the physical, psychosocial, spiritual, environmental, and cultural dimensions of individuals, families, aggregates, and communities at various developmental transitions. The lab experience provides students the opportunity for supervised practice of assessment skills learned in lecture. OUTCOMES: 5, 7 Corequisite(s): NG 304L Note(s) Admission to Nursing required.
  
  • NG 304L - Comprehensive Health Assessment Lab

    (0)
    Lab associated with NG 304. Corequisite(s): NG 304
  
  • NG 304R - Comprehensive Health Assessment-RN/BSN Bridge

    (3)
    This course focuses on assessment techniques as students explore the physical, psychosocial, spiritual, environmental, and cultural dimensions of individuals, families, aggregates, and communities at various developmental transitions. The lab experience provides students the opportunity for supervised practice of assessment skills learned in lecture. OUTCOMES: 5, 7 Open to RN-BSN students only. Note(s) Admission to Nursing required. Open to RN-BSN only.
  
  • NG 306 - Adult Health Nursing

    (7)
    This course focuses on the nursing management of acute and chronic illnesses in adults and the impact on their families and communities. Students apply critical thinking and clinical reasoning techniques, communication skills, and knowledge from previous courses to plan nursing care for individuals. This course includes a didactic component and clinical experiences that involve a holistic approach to patient needs. Prerequisite(s): NG 304, NG 345, NG 360 Corequisite(s): NG 306C
  
  • NG 306C - Adult Health Nursing Clinical

    (0)
    Clinical associated with NG 306. Corequisite(s): NG 306
 

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