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  • MTH 377 - Methods of Operations Research


    MTH 220  with a grade of C (2.0) or better; or consent of instructor. (3).

    Topics in mathematical modeling, including detailed study of linear programming and simplex methods. Additional topics chosen among dynamic programming, game theory, queuing theory, integer programming, and project scheduling.  Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 378 - Theory of Interest


    MTH 122  with a grade of C (2.0) or better or concurrent election of MTH 122 ; or MTH 118  with a grade of B (3.0) or better. (3).

    Theory and applications of interest, including measurement of interest; annuities certain; amortization schedules and sinking funds; bonds and related securities. Intended for students interested in actuarial science, finance, or applications of mathematics to business.  Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 380 - Financial Derivatives


    MTH 122  with grade of C (2.0) or better, or concurrent election of MTH 122 ; or MTH 118  with a grade of B (3.0) or better. MTH 378  recommended. (3).

    Analysis of financial derivatives including options, forwards, futures and swaps; no-arbitrage pricing and put-call parity. Introduction to binomial and Black-Scholes option pricing. Emphasis on preparation for actuarial exam FM. Intended for students interested in actuarial science, finance, or applications of mathematics. Graded ABCDE. [“Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math”]
  
  • MTH 385 - History of Mathematics


    MTH 200  with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).

    Mathematical ideas with emphasis on the development of at least one of the areas of algebra, geometry, or calculus. Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 390 - Problem-Solving Seminar


    Consent of instructor. (1).

    Emphasis on techniques such as exploring examples, special cases, extreme cases, and working backward from known answers. Students encouraged to submit solutions to the problem sections of mathematics journals and to enter mathematics competitions. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 391 - Directed Study


    Consent of instructor. (To be arranged).

    Independent study under supervision of the instructor. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 392 - Selected Topics


    See course schedule for prerequisites. (1-3).

    Topics of interest in mathematics, to be announced in the course schedule. Various offerings treat different topics. Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. May be reelected when topics vary. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 393 - Actuarial Exam Preparation Seminar


    MTH 372  with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (1).

    Review of calculus and probability required for Course 1 (exam) of the Society of Actuaries/Casualty Actuarial Society. Students solve problems from past exams.  Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 394 - Honors Independent Study


    Consent of Honors Advisor. Open only to Honors Program students in mathematics. (3).

    Independent study in preparation for the senior honors thesis. Graded ABCDE/Y. [“”]
  
  • MTH 395 - Mathematics Instructional Practicum


    Consent of TCP advisor. (1-2).

    Teaching experience in mathematics under the supervision of a Mathematics faculty member. Based on interests and experience, students engage in tutoring, grading homework, aiding with cooperative learning in the classroom, serving as a supplemental instructor, and/or teaching lessons. Three hours of work per week, or 42 hours per semester, required for each credit hour. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded Pass/Fail. [“”]
  
  • MTH 401 - Mathematics TCP Capstone Course


    Concentration in mathematics; senior standing; grades of C (2.0) or better in four MTH courses numbered 300 or higher; concurrent election of SEC 341 ; consent of instructor. (3) CAP

    Students revisit and synthesize key ideas in middle and high school mathematics through the skills and understandings gained from their major course work in mathematics. Students prepare a written paper and seminar talk related to content covered in the course, and take the MFAT exam. Intended for election in the last semester prior to Winter student teaching. Usually offered in the Fall. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 402 - Mathematics Capstone Course


    Concentration in mathematics; senior standing; grades of C (2.0) or better in four MTH courses numbered 300 of higher; consent of instructor. (3) CAP

    Theme chosen annually to complement and further the scope of standard major coursework. Students prepare a paper and a seminar talk on individually chosen themes relating to the year’s theme, and take the MFAT exam. Intended for election in the last year prior to graduation. Usually offered in the Winter. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 422 - Foundations of Mathematics


    MTH 200 , MTH 220 , each with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).

    Source and evolution of mathematical ideas and methods, relation to logic. Axiomatic method, cardinal and ordinal numbers.  Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 423 - Elementary Topology of the Linear Continuum


    MTH 200  with a grade of C (2.0) or better; consent of instructor. (3).

    Axiomatic development of the topological properties of the linear continuum without consideration of an algebraic structure. Neighborhoods, open sets, limit points, Bolzano-Weierstrass property, Heine-Borel property, category, Cantor-Bendixson theorem. Proofs presented by the students. Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 456 - Real Analysis


    MTH 200 , MTH 220  , each with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (4).

    Topology of Euclidean spaces, concepts of limit, continuity, differentiability and integrability of real and vector functions. Additional topics chosen among infinite series, inverse and implicit function theorems, Stieltjes integrals, line and surface integrals.  Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 470 - Theory of Functions of a Complex Variable


    MTH 222  with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).

    Complex numbers, the Cauchy-Riemann equations, analytic functions, power series, integration, the Cauchy theorems, meromorphic functions, Laurent series, the maximum principle, residues.  Not offered every semester; see www.umflint.edu/math. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 494 - Honors Thesis I


    MTH 394  and consent of Honors Advisor. Open only to Honors Program students in mathematics. (4).

    Credit and grade for MTH 494  is not given until successful completion of MTH 495 . Graded ABCDE/Y. [“”]
  
  • MTH 495 - Honors Thesis II


    Prior or concurrent election of MTH 494  or  HON 495 ; consent of Honors Advisor. Open only to Honors Program students in mathematics. (4).

    Graded ABCDE/Y. [“”]
  
  • MTH 501 - Mathematical Modeling


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Basic modeling methods to help develop student skills in the use of mathematics as a tool for understanding the real world. Discrete, continuous, deterministic and stochastic models; examples selected from engineering, management, and from behavioral, physical and biological sciences. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 502 - Paths and Surfaces


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Introduction to algebraic topology. Study of low dimension using algebraic and analytic tools. Topics may include fundamental groups, classification of surfaces, knot theory, the Jordan curve theorem, vector fields, differential forms and line integrals. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 503 - Axiomatic Mathematics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Emphasis on mathematics as a deductive science. Axiom systems for algebra, geometry and topology; set-theoretic foundations of mathematics. An introduction to philosophies of mathematical truth. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 504 - Recent Developments in Mathematics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Study of themes in mathematics centered on major problems which are unsolved or only recently solved. Emphasis on the vitality and scope of mathematics in the 20th and 21st centuries. Topics may include higher-dimensional geometry, infinite sets, chaos theory, limits of computability, prime numbers, knots and the theory of randomness. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 505 - Differential Equations


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Solution of first order equations, linear equations with constant coefficients; certain higher order differential equations, Laplace transform methods, applications. Not open to students with credit for MTH 305 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 522 - Foundations of Mathematics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Source and evolution of mathematical ideas and methods, relation to logic, Axiomatic method, cardinal and ordinal numbers. Not open to students with credit for MTH 422 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 523 - Elementary Topology of the Linear Continuum


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Axiomatic development of the topological properties of the linear continuum without consideration of an algebraic structure. Neighborhoods, open sets, limit points, Bolzano-Weierstrass property, Heine-Borel property, category, Cantor-Bendixson theorem. Proofs presented by the students. Not open to students with credit for  MTH 423 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 527 - Coding Theory


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Fundamental concepts of error-correcting codes and cryptography. Finite fields; linear, cyclic and BCH codes; Reed-Solomon codes and digital audio recording. Not open to students with credit for MTH 327 .   Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 528 - Abstract Algebra


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Integer and polynomial rings and their quotients; field extensions and the impossibility of geometric constructions. Additional topics may include groups, rings, finite fields, or the unsolvability of quintics. Not open to students with credit for MTH 328 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 529 - Advanced Linear Algebra


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Linear transformations of vector spaces; canonical forms of matrices. Not open to students with credit for MTH 329 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 531 - Conics and Cubics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Introduction to algebraic curves of low degree. Intersections of curves; Bezout’s Theorem; theorems of Pascal and Brianchon; classification of cubics, addition on cubics. Not open to students with credit for  MTH 331 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 534 - College Geometry


    Admission to Mathematics MA program. (3).

    Selected topics in Euclidean, projective, and other geometries.  Not open to students with credit for MTH 333 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 554 - Number Theory


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Divisibility, congruences, number theoretic functions. Diophantine equations, distribution of primes, rational approximation. Not open to students with credit for MTH 354 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 556 - Real Analysis


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (4).

    Topology of Euclidean spaces, concepts of limit, continuity, differentiability and integrability of real and vector functions. Additional topics chosen among infinite series, inverse and implicit function theorems, Stieltjes integrals, line and surface integrals. Not open to students with credit for MTH 456 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 557 - Advanced Calculus


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Fourier series, differential and integral vector calculus. Additional topics chosen from orthogonal functions and partial differential equations. Not open to students with credit for MTH 357 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 562 - Combinatorics with Applications


    Admission to Mathematics MA program. (3).

    Combinatorics including permutations, combinations, inclusion/exclusion.  Recurrence relations and finite differences.  Graph theory including paths, trees, and optimization algorithms.  Introduction to linear programming.  Not open to students with credit for MTH 362 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 570 - Complex Variables


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Complex numbers, the Cauchy-Riemann equations, analytic functions, power series, integration, the Cauchy theorems, meromorphic functions, Laurent series, the maximum principle, residues. Not open to students with credit for MTH 470 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 572 - Probability


    Admissions to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Random experiments, sample spaces, probabilities of events; independence and conditional probability; discrete and continuous random variables, distribution and density functions; expectation, variance, and standard deviation; special distributions and moment generating functions; analysis of joint distributions. Not open to students with credit for MTH 372 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 574 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis


    Admissions to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Numerical methods for solving algebraic equations in one or more variables, integration, interpolation, curve-fitting, and solving differential equations. Emphasis on theoretical aspects, including error analysis. Applications and problems for computer solutions. Not open to students with credit for MTH 374 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 575 - Mathematical Statistics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program; MTH 372  or MTH 572  or equivalent. (3).

    Limiting distributions, stochastic convergence, central limit theorem, point and interval estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, nonparametric tests, sufficiency, completeness, linear regression, analysis of variance. Not open to students with credit for MTH 375 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 577 - Methods of Operations Research


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Topics in mathematical modeling, including detailed study of linear programming and simplex methods. Additional topics chosen among dynamic programming, game theory, queuing theory, integer programming, and project scheduling. Not open to students with credit for MTH 377 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 585 - History of Mathematics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Mathematical ideas with emphasis on the development of at least one of the areas of algebra, geometry, or calculus. Not open to students with credit for MTH 385 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 590 - Problem-Solving Seminar


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. (3).

    Emphasis on techniques such as exploring examples, special cases, extreme cases, and working backward from known answers. Students encouraged to submit solutions to the problem sections of mathematics journals and to enter mathematics competitions. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTH 591 - Independent Study


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program, consent of instructor. (1-4).

    Independent study under supervision of the instructor. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y. [“”]
  
  • MTH 592 - Selected Topics


    Admission to Mathematics MA Program. Other prerequisites will vary as appropriate to the topic of that offering. (1-4).

    Topics of interest in mathematics. Various offerings treat different topics. May be reelected for credit when topics vary. Graded ABCDE/Y. [“”]
  
  • MTP 201 - Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science


    (1).

    Overview of the field of clinical laboratory science and examination of the role of the medical technologist as a member of the health care team. Sessions on current issues and field visits to laboratory settings. Graded Pass/Fail. [“”]
  
  • MTP 301 - Introduction to Hematology


    BIO 326 . (2).

    Basic theories, principles, and techniques of clinical hematology. Lecture and laboratory participation. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 302 - Introduction to Immunohematology


    Prior or concurrent election of BIO 425 . (2).

    Basic theories, principles and techniques of blood banking and coagulation. Lecture and laboratory participation. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 320 - Medical Terminology for Health Professionals


    At least sophomore standing. (2).

    Analysis of medical terms and components as foundation for recognition of medical language encountered in health care settings; includes examination of medical terminology utilized in case studies.  Not open to students with credit for MTP 321 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 321 - Introduction to Medical Terminology


    At least sophomore standing. (1).

    Introduction to medical language used in health care settings with focus on terms describing disease states and diagnostic procedures.  Not open to students with credit for MTP 320 . Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 390 - Independent Research


    Consent of instructor. (1-4).

    Individual work for qualified students under the supervision of the instructor. Problems may involve search of original literature, experimentation, and analysis of results. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y. [“”]
  
  • MTP 392 - Hemostasis/Coagulation


    Junior standing. (1).

    Basic principles of hemostatic mechanism; case study approach emphasizing interaction of hemostatic components and hemostatic disease. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 394 - Clinical Chemistry


    CHM 262 . (3).

    Introduction to analytes, pathophysiology, assay methodologies, and interpretation of clinical chemistry diagnostic data. Case study approach demonstrates correlation of diagnostic data to disease states. Also listed as CHM 394. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 395 - Clinical Chemistry Laboratory


    Prior or concurrent election of MTP 394 . (1).

    Laboratory course focusing on basic techniques and applications of clinical laboratory theory.  Students perform biological analyses including qualitative and quantitative measurements.  Topics include spectrophotometry, chromatography, enzymatic assays. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 398 - Body Fluids/Urinalysis


    At least junior standing; BIO 113 . (2).

    Introduces basic theories of urinalysis and body fluid examination which are utilized in a clinical laboratory in the performance of diagnostic testing. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 399 - Introduction to Public Health Laboratories


    BIO 111 , BIO 113 . (2).

    Overview of the role of laboratory analysis in public health. Students develop an understanding of public health lab data and its integration into the public health system. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 401 - Clinical Correlation of Laboratory Data


    Clinical Laboratory Science concentration, senior standing, MTP 301 ; prior or concurrent election of MTP 302 . (3) CAP

    Clinical Laboratory Science Program capstone.  Includes in-depth analysis of clinical diagnostic data in selected case studies.  Students integrate their knowledge of clinical laboratory science in pathology-based research projects. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MTP 590 - Special Topics in Clinical Laboratory Science


    Graduate standing, consent of instructor. (1-4).

    Current research topics and issues in clinical laboratory science/medical technology. Topics announced before each course offering. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 100 - An Introduction to Music


    (3) F

    The elements of music, its forms and styles. Listening skills promoted in class and through outside assignments. No previous study or knowledge of music required. Includes readings, lectures, listenings, discussions and concert attendance. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 114 - Musical Mechanics of Theatre and Dance


    (3).

    Basic elements of music applied to musical theatre setting.  Students prepare for an simulate musical theatre auditions.  Also listed as THE 114. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 117 - Guitar Class


    (1).

    Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology as it relates to classroom usage of the guitar. For students concentrating in music. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 121 - Brass Class


    Consent of department. (1).

    Techniques, performance, and teaching methodologies for trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. For students concentrating in music. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 124 - Percussion Class


    Consent of department. (1).

    Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for the various instruments of the percussion family. For students concentrating in music. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 125 - String Class


    Consent of department. (1).

    Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for violin, viola, cello, and string bass. For students concentrating in music. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 126 - Voice Class


    (1).

    Techniques to develop proper tone production, placement, and correct enunciation of the human voice as a musical instrument. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 127 - Single Reed, Flute


    Consent of department. (1).

    Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for clarinet, saxophone, and flute. For students concentrating in music. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 128 - Double Reed


    Consent of department. (1).

    Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for oboe and bassoon. For students concentrating in music. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 129 - Keyboard Skills I


    Consent of department. (1).

    Introduction to basic piano technique; chord progressions with tonic, subdominant and dominant chords in root position; harmonizations using tonic, subdominant and dominant chords in all major keys; sight reading short works in major keys; and solo repertoire. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 130 - Keyboard Skills II


    MUS 129  or consent of department. (1).

    Continuation of MUS 129 . Chord progressions, scales, sight-reading, harmonizations, improvisation in all major and minor keys. Solo repertoire taken from intermediate level collections. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 131 - Keyboard Skills III


    MUS 130  or consent of department. (1).

    Continuation of MUS 130 . Chord progressions, including supertonic and submediant; open score reading of choral literature; sight-reading chorales; accompaniments for vocal and instrumental solos; modulations in major and minor keys. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 132 - Keyboard Skills IV


    MUS 131  or consent of department. (1).

    Continuation of MUS 131 . Chord progressions with chords in root position and inversions, open score reading of choral literature, sight reading chorales, accompaniments for vocal and instrumental solos, modulations in major and minor keys with improvised melodies; intermediate solo repertoire. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 135 - Fundamentals of Music


    (3).

    For students who wish to acquire a working knowledge of some basic skills in music theory, including music reading, scales, chords, rhythms, and aural comprehension. Graded ABCDN. [“”]
  
  • MUS 136 - Keyboard Skills for Non-Music Majors I


    (1).

    Beginning piano skills developed in group setting. Basic note-reading and performance skills addressed via elementary keyboard literature. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“Infrequently”]
  
  • MUS 141 - Music Theory I


    MUS 135  or consent of instructor. (3).

    Study of tonal harmony, beginning with structural characteristics of the fundamental materials. Progressions of diatonic triads, dominant and secondary sevenths, harmonic analysis. Use of notation software. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 142 - Music Theory II


    MUS 141  or consent of instructor. (3).

    Continuation of the study of tonal harmony, including modulation, techniques of melodic and rhythmic development and chromatic harmony. Use of notation software. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 143 - Aural Harmony I


    MUS 135  or consent of instructor. (2).

    Ear training and sight singing provided through classes and individual laboratory work. Should be taken concurrently with MUS 141 . Graded ABCN. [“”]
  
  • MUS 144 - Aural Harmony II


    MUS 143  or consent of instructor. (2).

    Ear training and sight singing provided through classes and individual laboratory work.  Should be taken concurrently with MUS 142 . Graded ABCN. [“”]
  
  • MUS 145 - Mainstream Music Writing


    (3). (F)

    Songwriting techniques explored through the musical elements of melody, harmony and rhythm. Survey and analysis of popular music genres, with emphasis on present-day songs. Use of musical instruments and optional performance of student work. Exploration of basic applications of digital audio workstation. Open to music majors and non-majors. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 151 - Applied Music I


    Consent of department after audition. (2).

    Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire.  Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 MUS 203 /MUS 403 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 , or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 152 - Applied Music II


    MUS 151  with a grade of B- (2.7) or better or consent of department after audition. (2).

    Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire  Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 MUS 203 /MUS 403 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 , or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 170 - Music Technology I


    (3) T

    Computer applications to music industry and music education. Use of several types of software in recording (in addition to hard drive recording), editing, multimedia presentation, and other applications. Students create data, audio CDs and DVDs, manage and manipulate storage media, create web pages, and modify each. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 171 - History of Music Technology


    (2).

    Perspectives on technology in the musical arts from early-twentieth century to the present. Analysis of how historical and cultural developments combined with technological developments to influence music. Readings, writings, viewings, and listening laboratory experiences, as well as discussions. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 180 - Music for Elementary School Teachers


    (3) F

    Elements of music and movement, children’s musical development. Build musical skills to help classroom teachers with little or no musical experience to design and lead music and movement activities. Techniques, methods, and materials for integration of music and movement across subject areas in elementary classrooms. Also listed as EDE 123. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 185 - Music in Early Childhood


    (3) F

    Study of musical growth and development in children from birth through kindergarten. Techniques, materials, and methods for introducing music to children. Highly recommended for early childhood education concentrations. No prior music experience necessary. Also listed as ECE 120. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 201 - Wind Symphony


    Freshman or sophomore standing only and consent of instructor. (1) F

    Rehearsal and performance of works in the idiom. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information for works performed. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. At least three hours rehearsal weekly. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 203 - University Orchestra


    Freshman or sophomore standing. Open to music and non-music majors who play orchestral string instruments. Wind and percussion players selected from Wind Symphony. (1) F

    Rehearsals and performance of works in the idiom. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information for works performed. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 204 - Jazz Combo


    Freshman or sophomore standing only; concurrent enrollment in MUS 205  or consent of instructor. (1).

    Rehearsal and performance of small-group jazz; performance for department jazz concerts and for community and campus events. Other activities include transcribing selected solos, learning piano voicings, and discussion of classic small-group recordings. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDN. [“”]
  
  • MUS 205 - Jazz Ensemble


    Freshman or sophomore standing. Open to non-music and music majors; ability to read music required. (1) F

    Rehearsal and performance of works in various jazz styles, including swing, bebop, latin, funk, fusion and others; emphasis on improvisation. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 210 - University Chorale


    Freshman or sophomore standing. (1) F

    Rehearsal and performance of diverse choral styles from all periods. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information about works performed. Maximum of three concerts per semester. Students must have the ability to match pitches. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 211 - Chamber Singers I


    Freshman or sophomore standing only; concurrent enrollment in MUS 210 ; consent of instructor. (1) F

    The smaller, select choral performance group on campus, which performs in diverse styles from Renaissance madrigals and motets and through contemporary vocal jazz and folk music. Open to advanced vocal students by audition or permission of instructor. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 220 - Music Survey


    MUS 100  or consent of instructor. (3).

    In-depth study of selected composers of Western music, bringing to life the music, personalities and social settings of major composers including J. S. Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, etc. Outside reading, listening assignments and individual research required. Graded ABCDE. [“Infrequently”]
  
  • MUS 222 - Jazz Survey


    (3).

    History of jazz in America, forces which helped to develop it, its growth and evolution into the various styles. Effects upon twentieth century and contemporary music. Graded ABCDE. [“Infrequently”]
  
  • MUS 225 - Popular World Music


    (3) GS

    Study and discussion of popular world music styles (Afropop, highlife, kodo drumming, soukous, music of social protest, and others), and the influence of electronic music. Does not include traditional world musics. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 226 - Music in World Cultures


    At least sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3) GS

    Introduction to music of non-western cultures and the place of music in those cultures. Includes using nomenclature and techniques of ethnomethodology. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 230 - Opera Workshop


    Freshman/sophomore standing only, concurrent election of one of MUS 151 , MUS 152 , MUS 252 , MUS 251 , MUS 351 , MUS 352 , MUS 451 ; consent of instructor. (1).

    Study of opera through live performance of acts, scenes, or segments of standard operatic repertoire. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCN. [“”]
  
  • MUS 232 - Vocal Pedagogy


    MUS 141 , MUS 143 , MUS 151 . (2).

    Study of methods and materials used in teaching vocal music and developing sequential voice curriculum for elementary and secondary school students. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 240 - Music and the Theatre


    (3) H

    Survey of the use of music in theatrical production with major emphasis on the period from the seventeenth century to the present. Music performed in lyric theatre, opera, operetta, music halls, minstrelsy, the American musical, and films. Investigates both theatrical history and musical heritage. Also listed as THE 240. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 241 - Music Theory III, Orchestration


    MUS 142  or consent of instructor. (3).

    Fundamentals of orchestration including study and discussion of various styles of scoring from the Baroque period to the present. Practical exercises in scoring, orchestration and writing for school and chamber music ensembles. Use of notation software. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 242 - Music Theory IV, Topics in Music Theory


    MUS 241 . (3).

    Selected topics in music field including advanced melodic, harmonic, and structural analysis of music from the medieval period to the present. Use of notation software. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 243 - Aural Harmony III


    MUS 144  or consent of instructor. (2).

    Ear training and error detection provided through classes and individual laboratory work.  Should be taken concurrently with MUS 241 . Graded ABCN. [“”]
  
  • MUS 245 - Survey of Rock and Roll Music


    At least sophomore standing. (3) H

    History and development of the genre; its role in changing the definition of popular music in the United States; factors which caused it to become an international genre; its growth and evolution to the present time. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
  
  • MUS 251 - Applied Music III


    MUS 152  with a grade of B- (2.7) or better or consent of department after audition. (2).

    Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire.  Students must be concurrently enrolled in  MUS 201 /MUS 401 MUS 203 /MUS 403 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 , or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE. [“”]
 

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