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2021-2022 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

 

Modern Languages and Cultures
  

  • MLC 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.

Music
  

  • MUS 108 - History of Rock (3 cr.)

    This is an online class that will provide a fresh and comprehensive account of the rock era in American popular music. This course will provide a broad-based history of the genre, exploring rock as a social, cultural and economic phenomenon beginning with a brief history, discussions of genres within rock, and leading to present day.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Individua Expression
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 109 - History of Electronic Music (3 cr.)

    Study of the evolution of technology as it impacts the creation and development of electronic music on a global scale, from earliest experiments to current practice. Trends in electronic music composition in the United States, Europe, and Asia are lensed through both perspectives of “art” and “pop” music. Sound synthesis principles illustrated on personal devices: iPhone, android, tablet, iPad. No musical ability required.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Individual Expression
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 110 - Music Appreciation (3 cr.)

    This course provides an overview of the elements, periods, genres, masterworks, and personalities in Western art music from the Middle Ages to the present. Attention is given to how music is reflective of its historical, social, and cultural context.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Individual Expression
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
  

  • MUS 111 - World Music (3 cr.)

    Introductory exploration of the musical elements, instruments, and characteristics of various non-Western cultures. Geographic emphasis on Japan, China. Indonesia, India, the Mid-East, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Course stresses listening skills and relating musical elements to their derivative culture.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: World Systems
    Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: World Cultures
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 112 - Jazz History (3 cr.)

    Survey of jazz, from its roots in Africa through 19th century minstrelsy to late 20th century fusion of electronics, rock, and traditional elements. Rudiments of music such as notation, improvisation, rhythm, melody, harmony. Development of listening skills, identification of instruments, discussion of the various styles of jazz and the American society in which it has developed.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
  

  • MUS 114 - American Pop: North and South (3 cr.)

    Survey of the music that developed in the Americas in the twentieth century as a result of the syncretism of European and African culture. The course will cover music from North America, the Caribbean, and South America. Among the styles covered in the course are rhythm and blues, rock and roll, country western, hip-hop, salsa, and various musical genres from the Caribbean and South America. Development of listening skills, identification of instruments, discussion of the various styles and social settings of American, Afro-Caribbean, and South American music.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
  

  • MUS 115 - Musical Theatre (3 cr.)

    A survey of representative works in the American musical theater, with emphasis on the interaction of musical and dramatic values. Musicals will be considered in relation to other performance traditions, and as a reflection of social and cultural trends and attitudes.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Individual Expression
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
  

  • MUS 119 - Introduction to Bluegrass Music (3 cr.)

    An introduction to Bluegrass music with focus on the history, instruments, performers, preeminent bands, musical structure and songs of this indigenous American musical form.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • MUS 120 - Fundamental Musicianship (0 to 3 cr.)

    A course in music fundamentals with emphasis on music reading and notation. Introduction to sightsinging, ear training, and keyboard skills. Option for proficiency exam (0 credits).
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts GE5
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • MUS 126 - Aural Skills I (1 cr.)

    An aural approach to the study of the materials of music studied in Music Theory I, including scales, intervals, chord quality, melody, rhythm, harmonic function and form. Development of performance skills including ear training, sight singing, keyboard harmony, elementary conducting patterns, and rhythmic reading. Includes self-study in aural skills using ear training computer software. 
    Corequisite(s): MUS 130  
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • MUS 130 - Music Theory I (3 cr.)

    This course is devoted to the study of fundamental musicianship skills and simple composition.  These exercises in elementary composition form the foundation for future studies in the diatonic harmonic system.  Introduction to music analysis. 
    Liberal arts
    Corequisite(s): MUS 126  
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • MUS 131 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility, and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 132 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 131 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 141 - Applied String Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. May take multiple sections concurrently.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 142 - Applied String Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. May take multiple sections concurrently.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 151 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 152 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 151 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 161 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 162 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 161  .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 171 - Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 172 - Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 171 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 181 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. May take multiple sections concurrently.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 182 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. May take multiple sections concurrently.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 191 - Applied Composition (1 to 2 cr.)

    Individual study of the techniques and materials of composing and arranging. Continuation of the projects and processes introduced in MUS 323.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 192 - Applied Composition (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 191 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
  

  • MUS 205 - Introduction to Music Technology (3 cr.)

    This course will serve as an introduction to the basics of music technology and sound production. Historical and technological principles of digital audio will be presented in a music technology lab environment. The course will focus on giving students a proficiency in music technology and the various aspects of recording techniques. Various hardware and software applications will be explored learning the tools of the modern production studio.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 226 - Aural Skills II (1 cr.)

    A continuation of Aural Skills I, incorporating materials from Music Theory II, including further work in scales, intervals, chord quality, melody, rhythm, harmonic function and form. Further development of performance skills including ear training, sight singing, keyboard harmony, elementary conducting patterns, and rhythmic reading. Includes self study in aural skills using ear training computer software. Course is taken concurrently with Music Theory II.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 130 .
    Corequisite(s): MUS 230  
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • MUS 230 - Music Theory II (3 cr.)

    Introduction to the diatonic harmonic system, including seventh chords, composition in four voices and the study of smaller musical forms. Lecture with Aural Skills II taken concurrently.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 130 .
    Corequisite(s): MUS 226  
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 231 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 131 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 232 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 131 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 233 - Voice Class (3 cr.)

    Group instruction in singing, designed to develop historical and technical knowledge of the instrument, elementary performance techniques, elementary ensemble performance, reading ability, and critical listening skills. Designed for all students.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 241 - Applied String Instruments (title varies) (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 141 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 242 - Applied String Instruments (title varies) (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 141 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 251 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 151 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 252 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 151 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 261 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 161  .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 262 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 161  .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 271 - Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 171 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 272 - Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 171 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 281 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 181 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 282 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 181 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 283 - Piano Class (3 cr.)

    Group instruction in piano, designed to develop historical and technical knowledge of the instrument, elementary performance techniques, elementary ensemble performance and reading ability. Designed for all students.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts GE5
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 291 - Applied Composition (title varies) (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 191  . Liberal arts. Prerequisite: POI.
    Liberal Arts
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 292 - Applied Composition (title varies) (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 191 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 293 - Guitar Class (3 cr.)

    Group instruction in guitar, designed to develop historical and technical knowledge of the instrument, elementary performance techniques, elementary ensemble performance and reading ability. Designed for all students. Student must supply own guitar.
    Liberal arts
    General Education Category: Arts
  

  • MUS 294 - Music Business (3 cr.)

    This course presents a broad overview of the music industry, and explains how its various segments operate on a day-to-day basis: where monies are generated, who the key players are, how deals are made and broken, how to protect the artist interests, and new developments in digital technology that are changing the way that music is marketed, promoted, distributed, and heard. This course presents the career opportunities that are available within the industry, and the knowledge needed.
    Liberal Arts
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101   or sophomore standing
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
  

  • MUS 303 - Music for the Piano from Classical to Modern (3 cr.)

    Study of style, form, genre, and compositional techniques of representative composers, in the piano repertoire from the Classic and Romantic periods through the Modern era. Attention is given to the relation of music to the culture and social institution of each period. Extra-class listening laboratory time assigned.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 230  
    Semester(s) Offered: Rotating basis with other music history courses
  

  • MUS 304 - History of Instrumental Music (3 cr.)

    Study of style, form, genre, compositional techniques, representative composers, and repertoire from the Baroque period through the present. These elements provide a framework for score reading and critical analysis. Attention is given to the relationship of music to literary, dramatic, and visual arts.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 230   or POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Rotating basis with other music history courses
  

  • MUS 305 - Advanced Techniques in Audio Post-Production (3 cr.)

    This course will build on the basics that students have learned in MUS205. The course will assume a competent knowledge of sound, sound production, digital audio workstation (DAW), and basic recording studio techniques. MUS305 is an advanced course which will be project based and geared towards individual student needs. The course will use the Audio Lab and use Apple’s LOGIC as well as AVID ProTools software.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 205  or POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 306 - History of Opera (3 cr.)

    MUS306 is a history course about opera. Study of opera as genre, with consideration of style, form and compositional techniques of representative composers and repertoire. A range of topics include (1) the role of opera and the operatic in contemporary culture; (2) literary and musical dimensions of opera; (3) the effects of music as it reflects language and dramatic action.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 230  or POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Varies
  

  • MUS 309 - Contemporary Music History: 1900 - Present (3 cr.)

    Study of style, form, genre, compositional techniques, representative composers, and repertoire from the Impressionist period through the present. These elements provide a framework for score reading and critical analysis. Attention is given to the relationship of music to literary, dramatic, and visual arts.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 230   or POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
  

  • MUS 310 - Topics in Music (3 cr.)

    Selected topics in music for research and in-depth classroom discussion, service learning and/or interdisciplinary thinking by students. Topics change with each offering and will focus on such topics as major periods and genres of music (including extensive listening and score study), aesthetics, music technology and its applications, writing about music, music and literature, and music and film, among others. Multiple writing assignments with revisions throughout the semester.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 230 , and either MUS 301  or MUS 302 , or POI.
    Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • MUS 330 - Music Theory III (3 cr.)

    Completion of the study of the tonal system, including uses of chromatic harmony in phrase construction and larger forms. Analysis of sonata-allegro, rondo, and variation forms. Lecture with Aural Skills III taken concurrently.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 230 .
    Corequisite(s): MUS 326  
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 331 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 131 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 332 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 131 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 335 - Lyric Scenes Workshop (3 cr.)

    Emphasis on preparation of songs, ensembles and scenes from the lyric stage, with a focus on musical theater, opera and operetta repertoire. Exploration of basic acting principles from the perspective of the musical score and libretto. Application of scene study, score study, and vocal technique to inform the performer’s musical/dramatic interpretation. Public performance of staged “workshop” scenes. May be repeated once for credit. (Winter/Spring/Summer).
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Previous choral or vocal coursework is recommended. Audition required. POI.
  

  • MUS 341 - Applied String Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 141 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 342 - Applied String Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 141 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 351 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 151 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 352 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 151 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 361 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 161  .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 362 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 161  .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 371 - Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 171  course description.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 372 - Topics: Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 171 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 381 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 181 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 382 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 181 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 383 - Piano Class II (3 cr.)

    Group instruction on the piano at the intermediate level, further development of music reading, music theory knowledge and performance techniques, study of important composers of piano music, including women composers. There will be one public performance at semester’s end.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 283   or POI
    General Education Category: Arts GE5
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 391 - Choral Ensembles (1 cr.)

    Large mixed chorus dedicated to developing a high level of individual and group musicianship, individual and group performance expertise, and performance of repertoire of the highest caliber. Selections are presented to students either from an oral tradition or from printed scores. Emphasis is placed on developing ensemble performance skills and increasing musical understanding. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.
    Liberal arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 392 - Sinfonia (1 cr.)

    A string ensemble dedicated to the development of individual and group musicianship. Through individual practice outside of class, students achieve a degree of self-reliance which enables them to strengthen cooperative work skills in class rehearsals. Rehearsals will include discussion of rehearsal skills, practice methods, interpretation, and the style of the composer. This course may be repeated up to eight times for credit.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Audition required.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 393 - College Symphonic Band (0 to 1 cr.)

    The primary objective of this course is to prepare music for concert performance. In the process, students develop reading and ensemble skills, technical understanding of music, and gain insight into composers and their works. Open to all members of the campus community. No course prerequisites or audition required, but ability to read music and play a musical instrument is necessary. Maybe repeated up to eight times for credit.
    Liberal arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 397 - Cardinal Singers (1 cr.)

    Select choral ensemble dedicated to developing a high level of individual and group musicianship, individual, and group performance expertise, and performance of repertoire of the highest caliber. Activities include development of reading and sight-reading abilities, and discussion of composers and works performed. Enrollment by audition only. May be repeated up to eight times for credit.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 398 - Chamber Ensembles (1 to 3 cr.)

    Small ensembles for students with previous experience in woodwind, brass, string and percussion instruments or voice. The ensembles will rehearse and perform chamber repertoire for various combinations of woodwinds, brass, strings, piano, percussion or voice, as determined by the instructor. May be repeated up to eight times for credit.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
  

  • MUS 430 - Music Theory IV (3 cr.)

    Study of music theory from the late Romantic Period through the Twentieth Century. Content includes advanced modulation techniques, chromatic harmony, post-tonal theory, atonal and twelve-tone techniques. Integrates composition, performance and analysis.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 330   (Music Theory III).
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • MUS 431 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 131 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 432 - Applied Voice (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 431 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 441 - Applied String Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 141 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 442 - Applied String Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 441 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 451 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 151 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 452 - Applied Percussion (1 to 2 cr.)

    For a description of the course refer to MUS 451 .
    Liberal Arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 461 - Applied Woodwind Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 161  .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 471 - Applied Brass Instruments (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 171 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 481 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 181 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 482 - Applied Piano (1 to 2 cr.)

    Refer to MUS 481 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
    Fees: Music Fee $150.00
  

  • MUS 485 - Senior Seminar (3 cr.)

    Capstone course within music BA programs of study and within the Childhood Education 1-6 generalist concentration/arts specialization/focus in music. Students design critique and complete individual capstone projects that demonstrate synthesis of knowledge within their program of study and in related disciplines, as appropriate. Capstone projects must be approved by the faculty of record.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): senior standing, and 6 credits in 300-level music history, or POI.
    Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • MUS 495 - Practicum: Music Production (1 to 3 cr.)

    Participation in and presentation of a major musical or musical-theatre production. Opportunity to perform on stage, or as accompanying musicians, stage managers, etc. May be repeated for credit.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): POI.
  

  • MUS 496 - Tutorial in Music Performance (1 to 2 cr.)

    Assist in planning, preparation, class demonstration and teaching of performance courses offered in the Music Program. May be repeated only once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing, permission of supervising instructor and chairperson, a minimum GPA of 2.85.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • MUS 498 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
  

  • MUS 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
  

  • MUS 599 - Music Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.

Nursing
  

  • NUR 100 - Nursing Online Orientation (0 cr.)

    The orientation to the Online Nursing Program allows students to explore the online process at SUNY Plattsburgh including how to access resources, advising and campus departments, and the online learning platform.
    Semester(s) Offered: All
  

  • NUR 103 - Strategies for Nursing Success Seminar (1 cr.)

    This course provides students with skill development to successfully transition to collegiate life.  There is a focus on mindfulness, life balance, organizational skills, and academic success within the nursing program.  Concepts in medical terminology, writing within the discipline, professional comportment, diversity, and social justice issues are introduced.  
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a nursing major.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • NUR 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
  

  • NUR 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
  

  • NUR 304 - Health Assessment (3 cr.)

    In this course, students will improve their skill in interviewing, data collection, and analysis, and comprehensive physical assessment.  Building on prior experience, students will apply clinical reasoning and judgement in the application of the nursing process.  Emphasis is on assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and client education, demonstrating consideration for issues related to age, gender, race, religion, spirit, culture, and environment.  Includes an applied learning laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): RN to BS nursing student or POI.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • NUR 313 - Foundations of Nursing (4 cr.)

    This course provides students with foundational knowledge and skill in the culturally competent, holistic nursing care of individuals and families. Principles of care, professional development, use of the nursing process, critical thinking, and therapeutic communication skills are emphasized. This course includes class, clinical, and simulated learning experiences. Additionally, this course meets infection control requirements for professional licensing.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 311 , BIO 202 , BIO 326  (may be taken concurrently), must be a nursing major.
    Fees: Nurse Testing Fee $120.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • NUR 314 - Health Assessment and the Nursing Process (4 cr.)

    This course provides students with foundational knowledge and skill in health assessment.  Emphasis is on data collection, the use of the nursing process, critical thinking, and clinical reasoning.  Assessment findings and the culturally competent care of the adult and older adult client are explored.  This course includes class, clinical, and simulated learning experiences.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 313 , BIO 326 .
    Corequisite(s): BIO 327  
    Fees: Nurse Testing Fee $120.00
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
 

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