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Course Descriptions

 

Mathematics
  

  • MATH 470 - Internship in Mathematics

    (1-4 hours) Prerequisites: Mathematics or Applied Mathematics major, 61 semester hours, 2.75 GPA, and permission of the department chairperson. Qualified students must apply to the Chair of the Department of Mathematical Sciences for internship positions.  An intern must work at least 114 hours over the course of the semester and complete a project or paper for his/her supervising professor in order to earn credit for this course. This course cannot be challenged Note: Grading is on a pass/fail basis
  

  • MATH 495 - Senior Seminar

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of the chair of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. This course serves as a capstone course for students majoring in mathematics. Each student will do an intensive study of a preapproved topic in mathematics or closely related mathematical field in conjunction with a faculty supervisor. The student will write a research paper or do a project (computer program, etc…) in which the topic is explored and analyzed in-depth. The student must also present his or her findings on the topic orally to a faculty committee to receive credit for the course.   In addition, all students enrolled in this course are required to take the ETS Major Field Test for Mathematics.

     

      This course cannot be challenged. Note: Counts for ELR credit.

Medical Laboratory Science
  

  • MLS 407 - Medical Laboratory Practicum: Clinical Laboratory Operations

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course provides a basic introduction to the theory, practical application, technical performance and evaluation of laboratory skills specific to the practice of clinical laboratory science.  Laboratory safety; microscopy; pipetting; general laboratory equipment; quality control; mathematics; phlebotomy; pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic processes, including specimen collection, processing and transport to maintain test result integrity, will be addressed.
  

  • MLS 408 - Medical Laboratory Practicum: Introduction to Clinical Hematology

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course introduces the theory, practical application, technical performance and evaluation of hematological and hemostasis procedures. Correlation of laboratory data with the diagnosis of erythrocyte, leukocyte and bleeding/clotting disorders will be introduced.
  

  • MLS 409 - Medical Laboratory Practicum: Introduction to Clinical Microbiology

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course introduces the theory, practical application, technical performance and evaluation of procedures for isolation, identification and susceptibility testing of infectious disease organisms in humans. The course primarily focuses on bacteriology, but will include introductory coverage of parasitology and mycology.
  

  • MLS 410 - Medical Laboratory Practicum: Introduction to Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course introduces the theory, practical application, technical performance and evaluation of basic laboratory skills and methods in clinical chemistry and urinalysis. The course focuses on the correlation of laboratory data with the diagnosis of renal conditions, but will include introductory coverage of carbohydrate, liver and protein conditions, as well as enzymes.
  

  • MLS 411 - Medical Laboratory Practicum: Introduction to Clinical Immunohematology

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course introduces the theory, practical application, technical performance and evaluation of immunohematology procedures for determining transfusion of compatible blood components.  Blood component collection, processing, and storage will be presented. Immunohematology procedures for the diagnosis and management of hemolytic conditions will be introduced.
  

  • MLS 412 - Clinical Laboratory Science Theory, Application and Correlation

    (5 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course includes the application, evaluation and correlation of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of common disease states. Opportunities for building critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, oral communication, professionalism, and team work skills are provided in small group clinical case discussions.
  

  • MLS 413 - Clinical Endocrinology and Toxicology

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course introduces the theory, practical application, and evaluation of clinical chemistry laboratory procedures. Correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders, toxicology disturbances and therapeutic drug monitoring is emphasized.
  

  • MLS 414 - Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis I

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of basic laboratory procedures introduced in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations and MLS 410 Introduction to Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis, with an emphasis on common automated methodologies used in clinical chemistry and urinalysis laboratories. This course will focus on the interpretation, evaluation and correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment monitoring of carbohydrate, renal, hepatic, protein, cardiac, lipid/lipoprotein, major and minor electrolyte, enzyme, pancreatic-gastrointestinal and acid-base disorders.  
  

  • MLS 415 - Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis II

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of laboratory procedures introduced in MLS 414 Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis I and MLS 444 Clinical Core Laboratory Practical I. Correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment monitoring of carbohydrate, renal, hepatic, cardiac, lipid/lipoprotein, protein, major and minor electrolyte, trace element, enzyme, pancreatic-gastrointestinal and acid-base disorders; tumor markers; and inborn errors of metabolism is emphasized.
  

  • MLS 416 - Clinical Hematology I

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of hematological and hemostasis procedures introduced in MLS 408 Introduction to Clinical Hematology and of basic laboratory skills in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations. Correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of erythrocyte, leukocyte and bleeding/clotting disorders will be emphasized.
  

  • MLS 417 - Clinical Hematology II

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of hematological and hemostasis procedures introduced in MLS 416 Clinical Hematology I and MLS 444 Clinical Core Laboratory Practicum I, and includes the analysis of cerebrospinal, synovial and serous fluids.  Correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of erythrocyte, leukocyte and bleeding/clotting disorders will be emphasized.
  

  • MLS 418 - Clinical Microbiology I

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of procedures for isolation, identification and susceptibility testing of infectious disease organisms in humans introduced in MLS 409 Introduction to Clinical Microbiology and of basic laboratory skills in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations. The course primarily focuses on bacteriology, but will include coverage of parasitology, mycology and virology. Course content emphasizes the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the patient’s diagnosis and treatment.
  

  • MLS 419 - Clinical Microbiology II

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course builds on the theory, practical application and evaluation of the procedures for isolation, identification and susceptibility testing of infectious disease organisms in humans introduced in MLS 418 Clinical Microbiology I and MLS 448 Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Practicum I. This course includes bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, and virology content, and will emphasize the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the patient’s diagnosis and treatment.
  

  • MLS 420 - Clinical Immunology and Molecular Diagnostics

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course includes the theory, practical application, and evaluation of immunological components and infectious disease serology. The principles and methodologies used in the assessment of immunologically related disorders, including hypersensitivity reactions, autoimmune, Immunoproliferative, immunodeficient disorders and infectious disease are included. The course emphasizes the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the patient’s diagnosis and treatment. The theory and application of molecular diagnostic tools, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), nucleic acid probes, and microarrays are also addressed.
  

  • MLS 422 - Clinical Immunohematology I

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of immunohematology procedures introduced in MLS 411 Introduction to Clinical Immunohematology and of basic laboratory skills in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations. The primary focus will be on processes required to provide compatible blood components for transfusion. Processes for donor blood collection and blood component processing and storage will be discussed. Immunohematology procedures that assist in the diagnosis and management of hemolytic conditions will be addressed.
  

  • MLS 423 - Clinical Immunohematology II

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course expands on the theory, practical application, and evaluation of immunohematology procedures presented in MLS 422 Clinical Immunohematology I and MLS 442 Clinical Immunohematology Laboratory Practicum I. There is an emphasis on the application of immunohematology procedures used for the resolution of complex immunohematology problems. Proper selection of immunohematology procedures that assist in the diagnosis and management of hemolytic conditions will be discussed. Concepts in patient blood management and the adverse effects of transfusion will be presented. Quality management as it applies to transfusion medicine will be addressed. 
  

  • MLS 430 - Clinical Laboratory Management I

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course introduces the theory, practical application and evaluation of laboratory management principles in healthcare, including safety, research, educational methodology, quality control, ethics, laboratory operations, point-of-care testing, scope of practice, and the job application process. Opportunities for building critical thinking, problem-solving, research, communication, professionalism, management and leadership skills are provided. Note: Counts for ELR credit.
  

  • MLS 431 - Clinical Laboratory Management II

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course builds on MLS 430 Clinical Laboratory Management I, and includes the theory, practical application and evaluation of laboratory management principles in compliance and regulatory issues, test utilization, human resource management, written and oral communication, method evaluation, educational methodology, professionalism, quality improvement and financial resource management. Opportunities for building critical thinking, problem-solving, team work, communication, professionalism, management and leadership skills are provided.
  

  • MLS 442 - Clinical Immunohematology Laboratory Practicum I

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course provides practical application in a clinical laboratory setting for the technical performance and evaluation of clinical immunohematology procedures and preparation of blood components. Course content will include new skills and procedures, in addition to the skills and procedures presented in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations and MLS 411 Introduction to Clinical Immunohematology.
  

  • MLS 443 - Clinical Immunohematology Laboratory Practicum II

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course provides practical application in a clinical laboratory setting for the technical performance and evaluation of clinical immunohematology procedures and preparation of blood components. Course content will include new skills procedures, in addition to the skills and procedures presented in MLS 442 Clinical Immunohematology Laboratory Practicum I.
  

  • MLS 444 - Clinical Core Laboratory Practicum I

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course provides practical application in a clinical laboratory setting for the technical performance and evaluation of clinical hematology/hemostasis, chemistry and urinalysis procedures. Course content will include new skills and procedures and the application of automation and automatic verification techniques, building on the skills and procedures presented in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations, MLS 408 Introduction to Clinical Hematology and MLS 410 Introduction to Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis.
  

  • MLS 445 - Clinical Core Laboratory Practicum II

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course provides practical application in a clinical laboratory setting for the technical performance and evaluation of clinical hematology/hemostasis, chemistry and urinalysis procedures. Course content will include new skills and procedures, in addition to the skills and procedures presented in MLS 444 Clinical Core Laboratory Practicum I.
  

  • MLS 448 - Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Practicum I

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval This course provides practical application in a clinical laboratory setting for the technical performance and evaluation of clinical microbiology procedures. Course content will include new skills and procedures, in addition to the skills and procedures presented in MLS 407 Clinical Laboratory Operations and MLS 409 Introduction to Clinical Microbiology.
  

  • MLS 449 - Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Practicum II

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Coordinator Approval. This course provides practical application in a clinical laboratory setting for the technical performance and evaluation of clinical microbiology procedures. Course content will include new skills and procedures, in addition to the skills and procedures presented in MLS 448 Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Practicum I.

Military Science
  

  • MLTY 101 - Leadership and Personal Development

    (1 hours) MLTY 101 introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining a big picture understanding of the Army ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student if he or she later chooses to commission in the Army. Students will focus on basic knowledge and skills needed for personal leadership competence in the Army and civilian life.
  

  • MLTY 102 - Foundations in Leadership

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 101. MLTY 102 introduces students to the Army tactical concepts such as map reading, land navigation and general operations. It also focuses on the Army Leadership model and explores these dimensions in more detail. The focus is to provide students a foundation of tactical and leadership concepts that will be building blocks for future semesters. Students will focus on basic knowledge and skills needed for personal leadership competence in the Army and in civilian life.
  

  • MLTY 201 - Innovative Tactical Leadership

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 102 This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies provide tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment (COE).
  

  • MLTY 202 - Leadership in Changing Environments

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 201. This course examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating environment (COE). The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of leadership in the context of military operations. This course provides a smooth transition Into MLTY 301. Students develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills.
  

  • MLTY 301 - Adaptive Team Leadership

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 202. The curriculum for the junior year is primarily designed to instruct all students on leadership theory and basic Army tactics. Students receive detailed instruction on leadership practices, subordinate motivation, and ethics as well as instruction in small unit tactics, land navigation and tactical orders. Contracted cadets participate in two field training exercises, leadership labs, weekly physical training and weapons familiarization. Note: Counts for ELR credit.
  

  • MLTY 302 - Leadership Under Stress

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 301. The curriculum for the second semester is designed to build on the leadership theory that was presented in MLTY 301. Tactical operations focus on section level operations. Detailed instruction includes training management, land navigation, leadership skill and ethics. Students who are contracted will participate in two field training exercises, leadership labs, weekly physical training, and will attend Advanced Camp at FT Lewis, Washington. Note: Counts for ELR credit.
  

  • MLTY 303 - American Military History

    (3 hours) Examines US Military History from pre-revolutionary times to post-Vietnam: defines the principles of war; discusses political-military interactions; develops leadership through group contribution in case studies and battle analysis.
  

  • MLTY 401 - Developing Adaptive Leaders

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 302. The main focus of the senior year is to prepare students for their first assignments as Second Lieutenants. Students study recent conflicts and peace keeping operations while learning how to plan and conduct military training. They also receive instruction on pre-commissioning requirements, briefings, and Department of Defense policies. Highlights of this semester include guest speakers sharing their experiences and lessons learned from each operation.
  

  • MLTY 402 - Leadership in a Complex World

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MLTY 401. The cadet’s final semester centers around Joint Operations, battle analysis from numerous conflicts, and advanced leadership. Each cadet prepares and presents several oral presentations. The final event is the cadet’s commissioning as an officer in the United States Army.

Music
  

  • MUSI 001 - Concert Attendance

    (0 hours) Music majors must enroll in Concert Attendance every semester. Music Minors must enroll every semester in which they are enrolled in 200-level studio lessons (i.e., MUSI 281 or MUSI 282). The semester grade for Concert Attendance is based on the number of recitals/concerts attended within the given semester.  This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 095-20 - Studio Proficiency

    (0 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 199, admission to the School of Music. Co-requisite: MUSI 282 (or 281 for Music and Worship Leadership majors). Studio Proficiency grants permission to continue study of music performance at the 400 level of a recital track degree program. (Recital track degree programs are: Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, Bachelor of Arts in Performance, Bachelor of Arts in Music and Worship Leadership). Studio Proficiency is determined at the fourth semester jury. Students must register for MUSI 095-20 at the beginning of the fourth semester of studio. Students must also have completed a minimum of three semesters and a maximum of four semesters of MUSI 281 or MUSI 282 by the end of the fourth semester.
    A pass or fail of a Studio Proficiency is determined by the jury of faculty members as well as all area coordinators. Junior and Senior level transfer students must be awarded Studio Proficiency at their audition for admission into the Horton School of Music. If a student fails to pass Studio Proficiency after 2 attempts, he/she will be dismissed from the performance area. For additional requirements specific to studio areas, see the Horton School of Music Student Handbook. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 095-30 - Piano Proficiency

    (0 hours) To demonstrate piano proficiency, students must (a) play all major and harmonic-minor scales in 2 octaves, hands together; (b) play cadences for all major and minor keys in 3 positions, hands together; (c) play repertoire pieces including solo works, a hymn, and an accompaniment to a vocal or instrumental piece; (d) demonstrate skill in melody harmonization, transposition, and score reading. Required for all Music majors. Should be attempted by the end of the fourth semester of study. This course cannot be challenged. Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
  

  • MUSI 095-32 - Voice Proficiency for Music Therapy

    (0 hours) Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 151-32, 243, 281-32, or 282-32 (grades of “C” or better) or permission of the instructor. Students must demonstrate a clear introduction and ending, confident start, appropriate facial affect, appropriate balance between accompanying instrument and voice, accurate vocal intonation, correct melody, clear and accurate diction, pleasing tone quality, and overall solid performance quality. This exam course is required of Music Therapy majors and is typically taken during the semester in which the student is enrolled in MUSI 095-52 Guitar Proficiency for Music Therapy. A student who does not pass the Voice Proficiency Exam at that time must register for MUSI 181-32 or MUSI 281-32 Studio Voice, as well as 121-58 Bel Canto or MUSI 121-59 Singing Buccaneers, until the student is prepared to register for and pass Voice Proficiency for Music Therapy. In addition, Voice Proficiency for Music Therapy is required for Advanced Standing, typically awarded following the third of six Music Therapy Clinical Experiences (MUSI 361). This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 095-52 - Guitar Proficiency

    (0 hours) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. For Music Therapy majors, Students must (a) play all first position chords and move readily from one chord to another in the context of songs; (b) play all barre chords based on A, Am, A7, E, Em, and E7 and use them in song repertoire; (c) demonstrate the ability to use advanced accompaniment patterns, including strumming and finger-picking; and (d) readily transpose 3-chord songs from one key to another. This is demonstrated through the preparation and performance of songs that are appropriate for a variety of age groups and represent a variety of styles/genres (see “Guitar Proficiency Guidelines”). Should be attempted during the semester in which the student is enrolled in MUSI 152-52 Guitar for Music Therapists. A student who does not pass the Guitar Proficiency at that time must register for Studio Guitar Lessons to prepare for Guitar Proficiency and must register for, and pass, Guitar Proficiency during that same semester. In addition, Guitar Proficiency is required for Advanced Standing, typically awarded following the third of six Music Therapy Clinical Experiences (MUSI 361).

    For Music and Worship majors, this degree requirement is a testing of a student’s ability to demonstrate performance skills necessary to lead worship singing and playing songs requiring open and barre chord accompaniments.  The student must demonstrate a foundational ability to perform other standard guitar skills at an intermediate level in a typical worship setting. Students must (a) Play all major, minor, pentatonic, and blues scales in keys up to 4 sharps, and 2 flats. (b) Move readily from one chord to another, using basic chord progressions in the Major keys of C, G, D, A, E, F, B; and the following progressions in the Minor keys of a, e, b, f#, d, g. (c) Demonstrate the ability to modulate smoothly up a minor and major 2nd within the context of a song. (d) Demonstrate the ability to use advanced/accompaniment patterns, including strumming and arpeggios with a pick, and finger-picking in the proper context of a song. (d) Demonstrate the ability to use a capo to play open chords while following music in the original key. (e) Readily transpose 3 or 4 chord songs from one key to another, up and down the interval of a major 2nd and a minor 3rd. (f) Demonstrate group song-leading skills by playing and leading/singing 1 song. (g) Demonstrate ability to play power chords within the context of a song. In addition, a student who does not pass the Guitar Proficiency by the appropriate time must continue to take Studio Guitar Lessons until the proficiency is passed. 

      This course cannot be challenged.

  

  • MUSI 095-53 - Advanced Standing in Music Therapy

    (0 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198-199 (grades of “C” or better) of which MUSI 199 may be Corequisites; 3 semesters of MUSI 361 (grades of “B” or better), 1 of which may be a Corequisite; MUSI 095-30, 095-32, and 095-52, which may be Corequisites. Advanced Standing must be awarded by the music therapy faculty no sooner than the completion of the third Music Therapy Clinical Experience (MUSI 361). Advanced Standing grants permission to continue the 6-semester Clinical Experience sequence. Music Therapy majors must successfully complete 3 clinicals and have resolved any deficient competencies, successfully complete the first year of the Musicianship course sequence (MUSI 198-199), and pass Piano (MUSI 095-30), Voice (MUSI 095-32), and Guitar (MUSI 095-52) Proficiencies. Students should register for Advanced Standing during the semester in which they are enrolled in their third clinical experience, if they have or will have also completed the other Musicianship and proficiency requirements listed above by the end of that semester.
  

  • MUSI 098 - Music Entrance Placement Exam

    (0 hours) This course or exam is required to enroll in MUSI 198 Musicianship I and includes basic fundamentals of music theory, sight-singing and aural dictation.  This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 100 - Admitted to the Horton School of Music

    (0 hours) Admission into the Horton School of Music is required for all music majors and music minors. Students may attempt admission to the Horton School of Music degree programs twice. Notification of admission status will appear on student transcripts upon completion of the admission requirements.

    Admission requirements include:

    1. Grade of C or better in MUSI 198 Musicianship I (4 credits)
    2. Grade of B or better in MUSI 281, 282 Studio Lessons (major and minors) or MUSI 15132 Class Voice
    3. Grade of B or better in MUSI 121 Ensembles
    4. Recommendation of the Horton School of Music Faculty
  

  • MUSI 101 - Survey of Music Therapy

    (3 hours) This is a survey course for students interested in exploring music therapy as a health care profession and career. Students will have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of music therapy foundations and principles, including the history and philosophy of music therapy, the music therapy treatment process, and an overview of diverse clinical populations, accomplished through lecture, and reading along with clinical observations and experientials. This course is a prerequisite for all other music therapy courses. This course satisfies the Liberal Arts Core Fine Arts requirement. This course is recommended for students majoring in Behavioral Sciences, Nursing, Sciences, and Education. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 102 - Behavior Modification in Music Therapy

    (2 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 101 (grade of “C” or better) or permission of instructor. Students are introduced to behavioral objectives, behavior management techniques and basic group dynamics. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 121 - Ensembles

    (0-1 hours)

    Ensembles are performance-based courses and are open to all qualified students. Students will study and perform genres of music literature from a variety of eras and world cultures. Musical, historical, cultural and contemporary contexts related to the creation and performance the musical works will be explored, and attention will be paid to both historic and contemporary performance practices. For audition information and ensemble specific information, see the individual ensemble listings below. Add the numeric extensions to the course number to designate the ensemble. (e.g. Jazz Combo is MUSI 121-31). This course cannot be challenged. *Audition and/or interview required.

     

    31 Jazz Combo* - An instrumental ensemble class for the purpose of learning jazz styles and improvisation within a small ensemble setting and for the purpose of training students for small group jazz performance. Open to all qualified University students by audition.

    32 Lyric Theatre*-Lyric Theater is an ensemble in the Horton School of Music which presents Broadway musicals, operas or scenes programs each year.  The class format simulates the rehearsal and production of a professional musical stage presentation.  All CSU students are welcome to audition for these productions or to help on the production staff.  Rehearsals generally begin 4 to 8 weeks before the production and culminate in multiple performances. In addition to participating in the production, students are expected to attend scheduled rehearsals and assist in set and costume building.

    33 Marching Band- The Marching Band at Charleston Southern is a marching ensemble of the University. Membership for wind players is open to all students. Membership in the colorguard or percussion section is open by invitation or audition. The ensemble performs one or two shows every season, and provides small ensembles for various functions on campus for Athletic events and otherwise. The Marching Band rehearses Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30-5:00, as well as game-day Saturdays. The Marching Band performs at every home football game, and usually at two away football games every season. The course is offered in variable credit hours, either 1.0 credit hour or for zero credit. The goal of the Marching Band is to provide entertaining halftime shows, to engage our audiences, and to inspire each other in Christian fellowship.

    34 Concert Singers*-Prerequisite: Permission of professor and an a cappella audition. A premier mixed choral ensemble singing selected sacred and secular repertoire from all choral periods and styles. A cappella and accompanied choral literature will be studied and performed including major works with orchestra. The Concert Singers will perform at least one major concert per semester on the campus of Charleston Southern University.

    35 Jazz Band*-An instrumental ensemble for the purpose of rehearsing and performing jazz repertoire in a small to large group setting. Open to all qualified University students by permission of instructor.

    36 Symphonic Band- The Symphonic Band at Charleston Southern is a wind and percussion ensemble of the University. Membership is by audition and/or invitation. The ensemble performs literature ranging from grades 3-5 available for winds and percussion, both as a whole and in smaller combinations. Repertoire is selected from the Renaissance through the 21st century, in order to provide students with an understanding of a wide variety of musical styles and musical conventions drawn from the finest band repertoire. The Symphonic Band seeks to provide performance experiences as both a means complementary to this end and as an end unto itself.

    37 Chamber Ensembles*-Each Chamber Ensemble is a performance-based course focusing on the development of classical instrumental performance skills. Students are evaluated at weekly rehearsals as to their individual instrumental and musical progress. Students will study a variety of repertoire covering style periods as literature allows. Repertoire difficulty will increase as instrumental and musical skills increase.

    38 Pep Band- The Pep Band is a selected ensemble that performs at all men’s and women’s home basketball games, and occasional conference and national tournaments out-of-town each season. Rehearsals are approximately 1 hour weekly from November through March. Open to music majors and non-music majors.

    39 Percussion Ensemble - Percussion Ensemble is dedicated to performances of traditional and contemporary concert repertoire in both large ensemble and chamber ensemble settings. Rehearsals will focus on fundamental to advanced performance techniques, musical cohesiveness, and interpretation of literature. Weekly rehearsals will culminate in public concert performance(s) during the semester. Students will be notified of concert dates at the first ensemble rehearsal via the course syllabus.

    40 Intermediate Steel Drum Ensemble - Intermediate Steel Drum Ensemble is designed to introduce non-music major CSU students to traditional handcrafted steel drums from the islands of Trinidad and Tobago. This ensemble will focus on beginner to intermediate performance techniques, musical cohesiveness, and interpretation through traditional and contemporary steel drum literature. Musical styles such as calypso, Afro-Cuban, soca, and others will be explored in this course, as well as the history of steel drums. Weekly rehearsals will culminate in public performance(s), on or off campus, during the semester. Students will be notified of concert dates at the first ensemble rehearsal via the course syllabus.

    41 Advanced Steel Drum Ensemble - Advanced Steel Drum Ensemble is designed to study the performance of traditional handcrafted steel drums from the islands of Trinidad and Tobago. This ensemble will focus on intermediate and advanced performance techniques, musical cohesiveness, and interpretation through traditional and contemporary steel drum literature. Musical styles such as calypso, Afro-Cuban, soca, and others will be explored in this course, as well as the history of steel drums. Weekly rehearsals will culminate in public performance(s), on or off campus, during the semester. Students will be notified of concert dates at the first ensemble rehearsal via the course syllabus.

    50 Collaborative Artistry - This ensemble provides an opportunity for instrumental and vocal performance majors to collaborate with piano performance majors in to learn from each other rehearsal and performance of assigned repertoire. Students will develop listening, interpretive, musical another performance skills related to collaborative performance.  This ensemble provides the opportunity for Bachelor of Arts in Performance piano, instrumental and vocal majors to develop listening, interpretive, musical and other skills related to collaborative performance. 

    51 Pit Orchestra- The class format simulates the rehearsal and performance of the orchestra for a professional musical stage presentation. Players in the orchestra will rehearse as an ensemble prior to the production week of the show, attend dress rehearsals and perform in the pit orchestra for the production. Dress rehearsals and performances will be scheduled with relation to each individual production.

    52 Opera/Musical Theatre- Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop is a cross-listed academic offering in the Horton School of Music and Theatre Department at Charleston Southern University. It is an opportunity for singer-actors and actor-singers to receive performance experience in an educational setting. Each performer may indicate a preference of opera/operetta or musical theatre as the genre for his/her primary scene. Scenic work is then chosen to complement the strengths of the student while providing strategic challenges for the performer. The student performs in his/her primary scene and performs one or more secondary roles in other scenes. Scenes are rehearsed for much of the semester then presented in a performance at the end of the semester.

    56 Wind Ensemble* - The Wind Ensemble at Charleston Southern is the select wind and percussion ensemble of the University. Membership is by audition and/or invitation. The ensemble performs the finest literature available for winds and percussion, both as a whole and in smaller combinations, from the Renaissance through the 21st century, in order to provide students with an understanding of a wide variety of musical styles and musical conventions drawn from the finest band repertoire, and provide performance experience as both a means complementary to this end and as an end unto itself.

    57 Orchestra*- A performing ensemble consisting of strings and, when required, winds or percussion.

    58 Bel Canto (Women’s Chorale)- A choral ensemble composed of treble voices singing selected sacred and secular repertoire from all choral periods and styles. A cappella and accompanied choral literature will be studied and performed. Bel Canto will perform at least one major concert per semester on the campus of Charleston Southern University.

    59 Singing Buccaneers (Men’s Ensemble)-  A choral ensemble composed of men’s singing selected sacred and secular repertoire from all choral periods and styles. A cappella and accompanied choral literature will be studied and performed. Singing Buccaneers will perform at least one major concert per semester on the campus of Charleston Southern University

    61 Holy City Worship*- Pre-requisite: 1 semester of MUSI 151-32 class voice or private voice lessons (MUSI 181-32, 182-32, 281-32, 282-32) or with the permission of the professor. Co-requisite: An audition-interview is required. This course provides the student with the opportunity to observe, to participate, and to direct contemporary music ensembles similar to those found in modern churches.  Several ensemble formats will be used in class, depending on class size, including praise team (3-6 voices), vocal ensemble 6-9 voices). Students will learn to prepare and lead effective rehearsals, to develop a balanced sound between voices and instruments, and to achieve a unified blend in combined vocal parts. The experiential nature of the class will provide students with opportunities to use their individual applied study (voice, keyboard, guitar) in praise band formats.  In addition, teams of students from this class may lead worship services and events on or off campus. Off-campus travel is required for this course.

    62 Worship Collective  This course provides the student with the opportunity to observe, to participate, and to direct music ensembles similar to those found in local churches. This ensemble is a small ensemble/choir where students prepare to sing in a SATB and SAT church choir format. Senior Music and Worship Leadership majors will student direct, learn to prepare and lead effective rehearsals, to develop a balanced sound between voices, and to achieve a unified blend in combined vocal parts. In addition, teams of students from this class may lead worship services and events on or off campus throughout the semester.

    63 Gospel Choir The course is intended to instruct students on the historical perspective and the aspects of traditional gospel music and how it has become a progressive sound in the contemporary context of the worship experience. This course supports and ties scholarly encouragement, diversity, and theological efforts with a Christ-centered emphasis. This class is comprised of singers from all academic disciplines within Charleston Southern University. Concentration is extended to interpretation and performance methods, both of which culminate in the planning for public performance. This includes the preparation of selections to be sung in church, concerts, musical festivities, conferences, or any event where a request has been submitted. 

    Note: *Audition and/or interview required. This course cannot be challenged.

  

  • MUSI 130 - Introduction to Music

    (3 hours) A foundational course in the basics of music theory, sight-singing, ear training, dictation and music listening. Emphasis will be placed on mastery of the essentials of music knowledge through conceptual development, drill and application. Topics will be note names, clefs, rhythm, meter, intervals, triads, major and minor scales. Aural skills will be developed through singing in solfège and rhythmic counting. This course is suggested for intended music majors who have not successful completed the music entrance exam. This course does not fulfill a degree requirement for music majors or minors. The course is open to other majors as an elective. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 138 - Fundamentals of Music Activities

    (2 hours) MUSI 101 (grade of “C” or better) and corequisite of MUSI 151-52 or permission of instructor. This course is required for Music Therapy majors and an elective for Music Education majors. Students experience music activity planning and leading; incorporation of movement and guitar and piano accompaniment; use of other instruments; and principles of pacing and transitions during group and individual sessions/lessons. The focus of this course is to develop music leading skills for Music Therapy and Music Education majors prior to focusing on therapeutic and/or academic objectives.
  

  • MUSI 150 - Fundamentals of Guitar

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Class instruction in guitar designed for students not enrolled in MUSI 181 (Instrumental studio).
  

  • MUSI 151 30 - Group Piano I

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: Permission of the Director of Piano Studies. The Group Piano course sequence is designed to help music majors (music education, music therapy, music and worship leadership music, or music performance) acquire piano skills that will assist them in their future music careers and endeavors.  The classes also allow for ancillary teaching of theoretical harmonic principles of music.  Classes may include practicing basic piano skills of scales, cadences, arpeggios, transposing, improvisation, harmonization, sight-reading, and repertoire.  This is the first level of the Group Piano sequence and is designed for beginning piano students.  Fee required. 
  

  • MUSI 151 32 - Class Instruction in Voice

    (1 hours) Group instruction in voice for the beginning voice student. Course will include fundamentals in vocal production and vocal health with an emphasis on performance of basic English and Italian repertoire.

      This course cannot be challenged.

  

  • MUSI 151 52 - Guitar for Music Therapy I

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198 (grades of “C” or better) or by permission of instructor. This course entails group instruction in functional guitar for music therapy majors. In Level I, first position, open chords and basic (strummed) accompaniment styles are introduced.
  

  • MUSI 152 30 - Group Piano II

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 15130 (grade ‘C’ or better) or Permission of the Director of Piano Studies. The Group Piano course sequence is designed to help music majors (music education, music therapy, music and worship leadership, or music performance) acquire piano skills that will assist them in their future music careers and endeavors.  The classes also allow for ancillary teaching of theoretical harmonic principles of music.  Classes may include practicing basic piano skills of scales, cadences, arpeggios, transposing, improvisation, harmonization, sight-reading, and repertoire.  This is the second level of the Group Piano sequence and is designed for students who have received previous piano instruction.  Fee required. 
  

  • MUSI 152 52 - Guitar for Music Therapy II

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 151 52 or permission of the instructor. This course entails group instruction in functional guitar for music therapy majors. In Level II (152), barre chords and finger picking styles are introduced in conjunction with note reading and ensemble playing. In addition, appropriate and varied repertoire for music therapy clinical populations and settings is emphasized.

     

  

  • MUSI 155 - Guitar for Worship Leaders

    (2 hours) A study of guitar with regard to key concepts and competencies required for Christian music & worship settings. This course cannot be challenged
  

  • MUSI 171 - Music Appreciation

    (3 hours) A nontechnical study of musical examples designed to acquaint the student with music through the study of the broad movements in the art from primitive civilization to the present. Historical and cultural context of the music and key figures will also be explored as they relate to music, people, and regions to include music from the Western European musical tradition as well as music from Asia, India, Africa, and Latin America. Music 171 does not count toward requirements for music majors and minors (See Music 371).
  

  • MUSI 173 - Jazz Appreciation

    (3 hours)  A nontechnical study of musical examples designed to acquaint the student with jazz music through the study of the broad movements in the art from the turn of the 20th century to the present. Historical and cultural context of the music and key figures will also be explored as they relate to music, people, and regions to include music from America, Western Europe, Asia, India, Africa, and Latin America.  MUSI 173 does not count toward requirements for music majors and minors.
  

  • MUSI 174 - History of Rock Music

    (3 hours) This course explores the evolution of rock ‘n’ roll from its origins to the present day, focusing on soul, folk rock, British rock, psychedelic rock, heavy metal, disco, punk, and rap styles within the context of cultural, social, and political developments. Styles and evolution of the music covered in the course will be discussed in non-technical ways, with an emphasis on basic music fundamentals such as melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, and structure. Music 174 does not count toward requirements for music majors and minors (See Music 371).
  

  • MUSI 181-482 - Studio Lessons

    (1 - 2 hours) Prerequisite/Corequisite: Permission of instructor required, and music majors and minors must register for Concert Attendance MUSI 001 every semester the student is taking Studio Lessons at the 200-level or higher. This course involves one on one private instruction with specific instruments. Credit is awarded on the following basis: One hour of credit for a one-half hour of individual instruction per week or two hours of credit for one hour of individual instruction, appropriate practice, and studio jury at conclusion of the semester of study.  (Weekly Performance Class is required for music majors in their primary area of study) A student may enroll in a maximum of 4 credits per semester. This course cannot be challenged.

    Freshman/Sophomore Nonmajor and Nonprimary students, and minors after completing 4 credit hours at the 200-level.

    181 - 1 credit
    And nonprimary182 - 2 credits

    Freshman/Sophomore Majors and Minors (4 hours)

    281 - 1 credit
    282 - 2 credits

    Junior/Senior Majors 481 - 1 credit
    (Recital track only) 482 - 2 credits

    Add the following numeric extensions to your course numbers to designate studio type:

    30. Piano
    31. Organ
    32. Voice
    35. Oboe
    36. English Horn
    37. Flute-Piccolo
    38. Clarinet
    39. Saxophone
    40. Bassoon
    41. French Horn
    42. Trumpet

         		 43. Trombone
    44. Euphonium
    45. Tuba
    46. Percussion
    47. Violin
    48. Viola
    49. Cello
    50. String Bass
    51. Harp
    52. Guitar
    55. Conducting
    58. Accompanying
    60. Composition
     

  

  • MUSI 187 - Studio Preparation

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Basic instrumental, piano, or vocal instruction for non-music major students.
  

  • MUSI 188 - Studio Preparation

    (2 hours) Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Basic instrumental, piano, or vocal instruction for non-music major students.
  

  • MUSI 198 - Musicianship I

    (4 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 098. This course is the first of a four-part sequence devoted to the development of foundational musicianship skills. The goal of the Musicianship course sequence is for each student to be able to think critically and in detail about Western musical structures, and to communicate clearly and persuasively about them. This goal necessitates fluency or competence in musical notation, analysis, model composition, performance, dictation and transcription, and writing about music. Musicianship I focuses on gaining fluency in the reading and writing of Western musical notation in three clefs; movable-do solfege in major and (do-based) minor keys; identifying (by sight and by ear), performing, and conducting simple and compound meters; the reading and writing of Gary Karpinski’s protonotation; singing and dictating diatonic melodies in major and minor keys; fundamental terms, concepts, and structures-such as scales, keys, intervals, triads, and rhythmic patterns; voice-leading; and an introduction to music software. Musicianship I also begins an exploration of what it means to be a Christian musician.  Note: All students enrolled in MUSI 198 will automatically be enrolled in MUSI 100 Music Entrance at the conclusion of the fall semester.
  

  • MUSI 199 - Musicianship II

    (4 hours) Pre-requisites: MUSI 198 or placement based on Musicianship placement exam. This course is the second of a four-part sequence devoted to the development of foundational musicianship skills. The goal of the Musicianship course sequence is for each student to be able to think critically and in detail about Western musical structures, and to communicate clearly and persuasively about them. This goal necessitates fluency or competence in musical notation, analysis, model composition, performance, dictation and transcription, and writing about music. Musicianship II focuses on increasing fluency and complexity in the reading and writing of Western musical notation in three clefs; movable-do solfege in major and (do-based) minor keys; identifying (by sight and by ear), performing, and conducting simple and compound meters; singing and dictating diatonic melodies in major and minor keys; and voice-leading. Musicianship II also continues the exploration of the relationship of music to the Christian faith. New topics introduced are the recognition and dictation of harmonic and small-scale formal structures; intermediate-to-advanced uses of music notation and analysis software; transcription of entire musical works and movements; single-hearing dictation exercises; analysis of harmonic and formal structures; hermeneutics; analysis of pop/rock and contemporary Christian worship music; text-music relationships; and introduction to writing about music.
  

  • MUSI 201 - Music and Worship Education

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198. This course provides practical guidance and study on implementing and growing a church music education program from preschool through senior adult. Discussion of enlisting, training, and retaining lay music leaders is included. Students receive instruction on implementing and maintaining an instrumental program, handbell program, and drama ministry in the church.
  

  • MUSI 227 - Jazz and Commercial Music Theory

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198 and 199. This course explores the fundamentals of harmony and musical form in jazz and commercial music through the development of basic theory, keyboard and aural skills.
  

  • MUSI 228 - Music Technology I

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 198. This course includes an introduction to practical experiences with technologies used in music industry settings. The course will include but is not limited to a fundamental understanding of basic visual media, audio engineering, and other music technology systems. Students will also be introduced to current music related presentation and video projection software as well as other music technologies. Students also study the dynamics of developing technology in the church, music education settings, and other extended music settings.
  

  • MUSI 229 - Song Writing and Arranging for Worship

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198 and 199 and 227. This course leads the music & worship student to discover the fundamentals of orchestration, transcription, and arranging. These fundamentals are specifically applied in assignments related to the career ministry of a contemporary worship leader including vocal ensembles, praise teams, choirs, worship bands and church orchestras. Students learn to arrange traditional hymns for use in modern worship and are introduced to composing original compositions in contemporary song forms.
  

  • MUSI 230 - World Percussion and Hand Drumming

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 101, 198 and 199. Students must purchase an instructor approved instrument (djembe hand drum). World Percussion and Hand Drumming is designed for both Music Therapy Majors and Music Performance and Education Majors (with a primary instrument of percussion) to be exposed to various techniques required to perform and manipulate hand drums, ethnic accessory instruments, and orchestral percussion instruments in a drum circle, therapist/client setting, and/or public/private school music education setting. This course cannot be challenged
  

  • MUSI 237 - Brass Techniques

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Admitted to Horton School of Music. Fundamentals of playing and teaching brass instrument in a class teaching brass instruments in a class setting. Basic principles, such as embouchure formation and development, fingerings, overtone series, transposition, maintenance and repair, intonation, teaching materials, and teaching techniques will be covered.  A 2 hour practicum is required. Required of Music Education majors. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 238 - Woodwind Techniques

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Admitted to Horton School of Music. Fundamentals of playing and teaching woodwind instruments in a class setting. Basic principles, such as embouchure formation and development, fingerings, transposition, maintenance and repair, intonation, teaching materials, and teaching techniques, will be covered.  A 2 hour practicum is required. Required of Music Education majors. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 239 - String Techniques

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Admitted to Horton School of Music. Fundamentals of playing and teaching string instruments in a class setting. Basic principles, such as tone production, bowing, articulation, fingering, maintenance and repair, intonation, teaching materials, and teaching techniques will be covered.  A 2 hour practicum is required. Required of Music Education majors. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 240 - Percussion Techniques

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Admitted to Horton School of Music. Fundamentals of playing and teaching percussion instruments in a class setting. Basic principles such as grip, stroke, sticking, and rolls on the snare, bass drum and timpani; techniques of playing the keyboard mallet instruments and accessory percussion; equipment needs for the school band or orchestra; and, organizing and developing the marching percussion section, will be covered.  A 2 hour practicum is required. Required of Music Education and Music Therapy majors. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 241 - Introduction to Language Diction

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: Admitted to Horton School of Music. A study of pronunciation and basic dictionary translation skills in the English, Italian, French, Spanish and German languages as applied to singing using Phonetics and the International Phonetic Alphabet. Required for Bachelor of Arts degrees in Choral or Instrumental Music Education, Vocal Performance, Music and Worship Leadership, and Music Therapy. The professor will model technology use in the classroom by using at least one of the following: Power Point, internet research, Blackboard, etc. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 243 - Vocal Techniques

    (1 hours) Instruction in the basic techniques of vocal production, performance, and pedagogy. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 251 30 - Group Piano III

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 15230 (grade “C” or better) or permission of the Director of Piano Studies. The Group Piano course sequence is designed to help music major, (music education, music therapy, music and worship leadership, or music performance) acquire piano skills that will assist them in their future music careers and endeavors.  Classes may include practicing basic piano skills of scales, cadences, arpeggios, transposing, improvisation, harmonization, sight-reading, and repertoire.  This is the third level fo the Group Piano sequence.  Fee required.
  

  • MUSI 252 30 - Group Piano IV

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 25130 (grade of “C” or better) or permission of the Director of Piano Studies. Recommended Corequisite: MUSI 09530 Piano Proficiency. Group Piano IV  is designed to assess the acquisition of required keyboard skills for music majors. Students will be taught to (a) play all major & minor scales, two octaves; (b) play 3 inversions of a cadence pattern; (c) harmonize melodies and transpose to other keys; (d) play intermediate-level repertoire; (e) play parts from vocal scores; (f) play hymns; and (g) play an accompaniment part for a vocal or instrumental selection. Fee required.
  

  • MUSI 260 - Elective Recital

    (0-1 hours) Pre: Approval of Chair/Instructor. Co-requisite: Studio instruction (100 or 200 level. A recital class for faculty approved non recital track students (music therapy majors, non-music majors, or music minors participating in studio and ensembles within the music department). Students are required to present a one-half hour recital in their major performance area. Students must declare their program content at the jury prior to the recital semester and successfully complete a recital audition for a faculty jury at least 30 days prior to the recital performance. For additional requirements specific to studio areas, see the Horton School of Music Student Handbook. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 298 - Musicianship III

    (4 hours) Pre-requisites: MUSI 199 or placement based on Musicianship placement exam.  

    This course is the third of a four-part sequence devoted to the development of foundational musicianship skills. The goal of the Musicianship course sequence is for each student to be able to think critically and in detail about Western musical structures, and to communicate clearly and persuasively about them. This goal necessitates fluency or competence in musical notation, analysis, model composition, performance, dictation and transcription, and writing about music. Musicianship III focuses on increasing fluency and complexity in the skills and topics covered in Musicianship I and II. Musicianship III also focuses on gaining fluency in the recognition, analysis, and composition of large-scale formal structures in the Classical tradition-namely, minuet, rondo, and sonata forms; the recognition, dictation, transcription, composition, performance, and analysis of chromatic, modulating, and sequential structures within the major/minor tonal system; the analysis and composition of 19th-century German art song; advanced uses of music notation and analysis software; and substantial writing about music. This course cannot be challenged.

  

  • MUSI 299 - Musicianship IV

    (4 hours) Pre-requisites: MUSI 298 or placement based on Musicianship placement exam. This course is the last of a four-part sequence devoted to the development of foundational musicianship skills. The goal of the Musicianship course sequence is for each student to be able to think critically and in detail about Western musical structures, and to communicate clearly and persuasively about them. This goal necessitates fluency or competence in musical notation, analysis, model composition, performance, dictation and transcription, and writing about music.
    Musicianship IV focuses on gaining fluency in the recognition, dictation, transcription, performance, and analysis of heavily chromatic, atonal, dodecaphonic, serial, and other complex structures of Western art and avant-garde music of the late 19th and early 20th centuries; understanding the aesthetic principles behind composition and performance practices of the 20th century; the relationship of music to other art forms in the 20th century; advanced analytical writing about music; and an introduction to computational analysis.

      This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 301 - Elementary Conducting

    (2 hours) Prerequisites: Admitted to Horton School of Music (MUSI 100), MUSI 199 (with a grade of “C” or better). A study of the fundamentals of conducting, including basic beat patterns, cueing, Interpretive gestures, score reading, and rehearsal techniques. This course cannot be challenged. Note: Required of all music majors.
  

  • MUSI 302 - Advanced Conducting

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 301. Advanced conducting techniques, including baton techniques, asymmetric and mixed meters, and the development of coordinated movements and gestures. Advanced score reading and analysis, including transposition. Advanced rehearsal techniques. Required of Music Education, Music and Worship Leadership and Performance majors. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 308 - Music and Worship Foundations and Philosophy

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198 and 199.  

    This course explores current worship philosophies and practices as well as future trends. Each philosophical approach will be examined for strengths and weaknesses regarding its biblical foundation. In addition, students will analyze each approach to determine its success in the mission of leading those gathered in genuine worship. Through analysis, reflection and research, students will develop and present a personal philosophy of music and worship leadership.

  

  • MUSI 311 - Music and Worship Administration

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198. This course is designed to equip the church musician with the leadership and administrative skills necessary for an effective and efficient music ministry in the local church. Specific areas of study include staff relationships in the multiple staff church, the team approach to music ministry, budget and resource management, enlisting & training participants & volunteer leadership, and foundations of leadership. Special attention is given to the relational perspective of administrative responsibilities.
  

  • MUSI 314 - Jazz Improvisation

    (2 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198 and 199 (grades of “C” or better) and/or permission of the instructor. This course consists of the study of jazz improvisation. The basic elements of jazz improvisation will be explored by incorporating elements of jazz theory, history, and vocabulary through lecture and participation. This course is designed for music students (majors and minors) and other qualified students.
  

  • MUSI 316 - Advanced Language Diction I

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 241 or by permission of instructor. Advanced study of pronunciation and basic dictionary translation skills for foreign languages as applied to singing using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Studied languages include but are not limited to English, Italian, French, and German. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 317 - Advanced Language Diction II

    (2 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 316 or by permission of instructor. Continuation of MUSI 316. Advanced study of pronunciation and basic dictionary translation skills for foreign languages as applied to singing using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Studied languages include but are not limited to English, Italian, French, and German. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 328 - Music Technology II

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 228. This course is a study of computer competencies for the use of Finale Music Notation software and how it can be used in a church music or in the Christian Publishing Industry setting. This course will include, but is not limited to the creation of lead sheets, piano-vocal scores, chord charts, and full orchestrations. During this course the students will use musical knowledge and combine it with technological skill at a professional publishing level.
  

  • MUSI 345 - Music Composition and Arranging

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 199. Principles underlying motive development and its relationship to various musical forms; principles of arranging composed melodies in various century styles such as traditional classical, pop, twentieth century, and various ethnic styles; basic principles for writing for various instruments; encouragement to use programs such as Finale to write their compositions/arrangements. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 350 - Advanced Music Skills for Music Therapy

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 198, 199, 298 and 299. Advanced Music Skills for Music Therapy will lead the student to discover the fundamentals of songwriting, arranging, and improvisation as they are specifically applied in assignments related to the career of a music therapist. Students learn to compose and arrange songs for use in clinical settings and are introduced to improvising as a core music skill.
  

  • MUSI 360 - Recital

    (0 -1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 095-20 and MUSI 199 for junior performance majors and music and worship leadership majors; MUSI 299 for senior music education majors. Co-requisite: 400 level studio instruction. Students are required to present a one-half hour recital in their major performance area. Junior performance majors during their second semester of 400 level study, senior music education and music and worship leadership majors during their third or fourth semester of 400 level study. Students must declare their program content at the jury prior to the recital semester and successfully complete a recital audition for a faculty jury at least 30 days prior to the recital performance. For additional requirements specific to studio areas, see the Horton School of Music Student Handbook. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 361 - Music Therapy Clinical Experience

    (1 hours) Prerequisite: Permission of the Music Therapy advisor required. Clinical experience at an approved site must be taken six times for one credit each. Students will be involved in hands-on experiences with a minimum of three populations, incorporating principles of therapy and the therapeutic relationship. Students must receive a grade of Pass, which indicates demonstration of a minimum of 80% of the required clinical competencies in each clinical experience. A student earning less than Pass (or 80%) must repeat the clinical experience with the same or a comparable population. A student unable to successfully complete the clinical experience on the second attempt, will be dismissed from the program. A student successfully completing the repeated clinical but not earning at least Pass (or 80%) in a first attempt of a later clinical experience will be dismissed from the program. A student may not continue in the Music Therapy Clinical Experience sequence past the third clinical until earning Advanced Standing MUSI 095-53  . Laboratory fee required. This course cannot be challenged Note: Counts for ELR credit.
  

  • MUSI 369 - Music Therapy Methods I

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 102 or permission of instructor. Students will have the opportunity to develop assessment and measurement techniques; treatment planning; and methods and materials, appropriate for clients with various needs. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 370 - Music Therapy Methods II

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 369 or permission of instructor. This course is required for Music Therapy majors. Students learn about various clinical adult populations in the field of music therapy. Students will also learn a variety of assessment techniques and gain experience with music therapy treatment planning. The aim of this course is to develop the students’ skill in creating and adapting methods and materials appropriate to various adult populations in music therapy. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 371 - Music History and Literature I

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 199 and Admitted to Horton School of Music. A study of music in the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods.  Stylistic changes in music are examined as they occur in major compositions by the most important composers of the time, and extensive listening is required.  The lives of major composers are examined as well as the position of the musician in society.  Historical and cultural context of the music and key figures will also be explored as it relates to music, people, and region.  The course is designed for those pursuing a career in music. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 372 - Music History and Literature II

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: MUSI 199 and 371. A study of music in the Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century periods as well as some non-Western practices.  Stylistic changes in music are examined as they occur in major compositions by the most important composers of the time, and extensive listening is required.  The lives of major composers are examined as well as the position of the musician in society.  Historical and cultural context of the music and key figures will also be explored as it relates to music, people, and region.  The course is designed for those pursuing a career in music. This course cannot be challenged.
  

  • MUSI 373 - Worship Practicum I

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 199. This course is an experiential learning application of music and worship leadership. This is an application of music, music technology, and also leadership at an approved church or church music related organization. This course will be taken the student’s junior year. Students will learn important foundational skills of team building and management. They will also gain planning, programming skills and more.
  

  • MUSI 374 - Worship Practicum II

    (1 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 373. This course is an extension of Worship Artistry Practicum I. This course is continued experiential learning application of music and worship leadership. This is an application of music, music technology, and also leadership at an approved church or church music related organization. This course will be taken the student’s junior year. Students will learn important foundational skills of team building and management. They will also gain planning, programming skills and more.
  

  • MUSI 403 - Teaching Music in the Elementary School

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: MUSI 299, MUSI 09530 and admission to the Professional Program in Teacher Education in the College of Education. Methods, materials, and procedures for teaching general music in the elementary school with emphasis on children’s musical development and its effect on course content in grades K-8. Teaching strategies will be observed and practiced in clinical settings. A 21-hour practicum is required. This course cannot be challenged. Note: Counts for ELR credit.
  

  • MUSI 404 - Worship Leadership

    (3 hours) Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUSI 308. Worship styles from liturgical to free worship are studied and experienced. Students plan biblically sound worship services in liturgical, traditional, and modern formats. Planning assignments are group projects simulating a worship planning team in a local church. Effective and efficient rehearsal techniques are explored. Students learn to recruit and lead effective worship leading and worship planning teams. Students discuss the worship leader’s role in relationship to other church staff, the congregation, and the lay musicians in the church.
  

  • MUSI 405 - Teaching Music in the Secondary School

    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Successful completion of MUSI 299, MUSI 09530 and admission to the Professional Program in Teacher Education in the College of Education. Study and practical application of methods, materials, and procedures for teaching choral or instrumental performance organizations in the secondary school. Course includes training in the use of the APT and Expanded ADEPT Evaluation System for supporting and assessing teaching. Emphasis on administration of the middle and high school choral or instrumental program, evaluation and selection of music, program development, recruiting, and rehearsal techniques and effective classroom discipline. Course includes a minimum 21-hour school practicum with assigned teacher. This course should be taken the semester immediately prior to Student Teaching. This course cannot be challenged. Note: Counts for ELR credit.
 

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