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MATH 0993 - College Algebra Corequisite (2)
This course is taken as a corequisite to Math 1400, College Algebra, and is not a standalone course. Emphasis will be on the necessary Intermediate Algebra skills needed to be successful in Math 1400. Topics covered include linear and quadratic equations, rational and polynomial expressions (including factoring), and functions and graphs. Prerequisite: Math ACT score of 21 or 22, ALEKS score of 30 to 45, and/or an Accuplacer score in the Elementary Algebra domain of 55 - 84. Placement scores must have occurred within one year prior to enrollment. (2 hrs lec)
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MATH 1000 - Problem Solving (3)
For students not planning to enroll in MATH 1400, 1450 or a calculus course. Designed to acquaint the student with the usefulness of mathematics. Accomplished by an in-depth exploration of a variety of applied problems and the methods, models, and strategies used to solve them. Note: MATH 1000 is neither a prerequisite nor suitable preperation for MATH 1400 College Algebra. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 0920 or placement at math level 2 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 1050 - Finite Mathematics (3)
Designed for business, social science, and behavioral science students. Introduces the student to sets, logic, probability, matrices, and linear programming. Stresses applications to the disciplines mentioned. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 0930 or placement at math level 3 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 1100 - Number and Operations for Elementary Teachers (3)
Designed primarily for prospective elementary teachers. Students acquire conceptual background for the operations and algorithms of arithmetic. Includes study of whole numbers, rational numbers, integers, and real numbers. Logic and problem solving skills incorporated throughout. Prerequisite: A grade “C-” or better in MATH 0930 or placement at math level 3 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 1105 - Data, Probability, and Algebra for Elementary Teachers (3)
Designed primarily for prospective elementary teachers. Students explore and acquire conceptual background for various aspects of mathematics including algebra, statistics, and probability. Prerequisite: A grade “C-” or better in MATH 0930 or placement at math level 3 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 1400 - College Algebra (4)
Students develop a basic understanding of linear and quadratic equations, functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and other topics which may include conic sections, matrices, systems of equations, counting, probability, and series. Credit cannot be earned in both MATH 1400 and MATH 1450 . Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 0930 or level 3 math placement within one year prior to registration. (4 hrs lec)
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MATH 1405 - Precalculus Trigonometry (3)
Students will use the functional approach to trigonometry and gain a basic understanding of computations, applications, identities, inverse functions, and the analytic geometry of trigonometric functions. Credit cannot be earned in both MATH 1405 and MATH 1450 . Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 1400 or placement at math level 4 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 1450 - Algebra and Trigonometry (5)
Designed primarily for those students intending to take the MATH 2200 -MATH 2210 sequence. This course covers the topics from college algebra and precalculus trigonometry in one semester. Student cannot receive credit in both MATH 1450 and MATH 1400 or both MATH 1450 and MATH 1405. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 0930 or placement at math level 3 within one year prior to enrollment. (5 hrs lec)
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MATH 1510 - Technical Mathematics I (3)
A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 0900 or placement at math level 1 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 2120 - Geometry and Measurement for Elementary Teachers (3)
Designed primarily for prospective elementary teachers. Emphasis is on asking and answering critical questions about spatial reasoning as evident in the real world. Includes investigations of tow- and three-dimensional shapes and their properties, measurements, constructions, and transformations to prepare students to be competent in teaching these concepts. Prerequisite: grade “C- “or better in MATH 0930 or placement at math level 3 within one year prior to enrollment. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 2200 - Calculus I (5)
Students are introduced to the calculus and analytic geometry of algebraic functions of one variable. Students will gain a basic understanding of limits, derivatives, and integrals. The first semester of a three-semester course. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 1405 or MATH 1450 or placement at math level 5 within one year prior to enrollment. (5 hrs lec)
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MATH 2205 - Calculus II (5)
Covers applications and techniques of integration, and other topics including basic differential equations, infinite series, analytic geometry, parametric curves, and polar coordinates. The second semester of a three-semester course. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 2200 or equivalent. (5 hrs lec)
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MATH 2210 - Calculus III (4)
The last of three courses in the calculus sequence. Covers vectors, functions of two or more variables, and any of the topics not covered in MATH 2205 . Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 2205 . (4 hrs lec)
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MATH 2250 - Elementary Linear Algebra (3)
A theory course which introduces the algebra of matrices followed by a study of vector spaces. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 2210 . (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 2300 - Discrete Structures (3)
An introductory course covering the mathematics most used in the analysis of algorithms. Logic and proof covered with some emphasis on proof by induction. Counting, combinatorics, probability, relations, discrete functions, and Boolean algebras with applications to switching circuits covered. Graph theory, machine arithmetic, and finite differencing techniques also introduced. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 2200 or MATH 2350 . (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 2310 - Applied Differential Equations I (3)
Introductory survey of ordinary differential equations. Topics include solution methods for differential equations, mathematical modelling, numerical methods, and an introduction to integral transform methods. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 2205 and successful completion of at least 30 credit hours. (3 hrs lec)
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MATH 2345 - Survey of Calculus (5)
Students develop introductory level tools to apply calculus to the sciences. Students address limits, derivatives, and integrals of functions of one or more variables with applications throughout. Students may not receive credit in both MATH 2345 and MATH 2350 or MATH 2200 . Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 1400 , or MATH 1450 , or placement at math level 4 within one year prior to enrollment. (5 hrs lec)
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MATH 2350 - Business Calculus (5)
Students develop introductory level tools to apply calculus to business. Students address limits, derivatives, and integrals of functions of one or more variables with applications throughout. Students may not receive credit in both MATH 2350 and MATH 2200 . Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 1400 , or MATH 1450 or placement at math level 4 within one year prior to enrollment. (5 hrs lec)
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MATH 2355 - Math Applications for Business (4)
Students develop more advanced mastery of business and economic applications of mathematics based on techniques covered in MATH 2350 . Students work with linear equations and programming, probability and statistics, Markov processes and game theory, plus complete a mandatory computer-based spreadsheet component. Student cannot receive credit for both MATH 1050 and MATH 2355. Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in MATH 2350 . (4 hrs lec)
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MOLB 2210 - General Microbiology (4)
A study of bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses; their morphology, physiology, classification, isolation, and sterilization. Prerequisite: BIOL 1010 or CHEM 1000 . (3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab)
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MUSC 0200 - Convocation (0)
An opportunity for students involved in applied music to perform for each other in a formal recital setting. Usually meets once every two weeks. Must be taken concurrently with applied music lessons.
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MUSC 1000 - Introduction to Music (3)
An examination of musical style elements for aesthetic, expressive, and cultural meanings. Many styles of music will be heard and analyzed, with emphasis on classic selections. Develops informed, perceptive listeners. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1002 - School of Rock (1)
Students learn to read music. Includes notes, rhythms, scales, intervals, triads, basic piano keyboard acquaintance, and simple performance. Does not require prior experience in music reading. Prepares the inexperienced student for MUSC 1030 . (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1010 - Music Fundamentals (2)
This course provides concentrated work in both one-on-one and group settings with the instructor. Students will develop performance skills in a rock band ensemble. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 1025 - Introduction to Music Education (2)
Students acquire knowledge of the history of music education in the United States and the current implementation of music standards in the music classroom. Prerequisite: MUSC 1030 . (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1030 - Written Theory I (3)
Students study diatonic harmony and melody. Utilizing computer programs, students acquire skills and a conceptual understanding of scales, intervals, keys, triads, melodic organization, and four-part chorale writing as well as musical analysis, composing melodies, and harmonizing with primary and secondary triads. This course is the first of a four-semester theory sequence and is designed to be taken in conjunction with MUSC 1035 . (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1035 - Aural Theory I (1)
Ear training through diatonic sight singing of melodies, scales and intervals, and melodic and rhythmic dictation. Involves learning of moveable do solfege and basic conducting patterns. Should be taken in conjunction with MUSC 1030 . (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1040 - Written Theory II (3)
Students expand their knowledge of diatonic harmony and melody. Utilizing a computer, students gain skills and understanding related to style analysis, dominant and non-dominant seventh chords, modulation, and two- and three-part harmonic notation. This course takes a student through the classical period of harmony. Prerequisite: MUSC 1030 . (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1045 - Aural Theory II (1)
Continuation of MUSC 1035 which includes do solfege, dictation, and conducting patterns. Introduction to keyboard harmony and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite: MUSC 1035 . Should be taken in conjunction with .(2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1057 - Introduction to Jazz (3)
A survey of American Jazz Music from the turn of the century to the present. Students become acquainted with basic jazz materials, styles, and the works of selected jazz Masters. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1060 - Introduction to Conducting (2)
This is a one-semester course focusing on the development of the basic skills involved in conducting musical organizations. Conducting technique, score interpretation and perparation, musical interpretation, and processes for musical revision will be covered. Students will learn the gestural language involved in communicating ideas to musical groups. Student will also learn how to prepare scores prior to conducting. The course will create conducting opportunities within the class and with other selected performance groups. (2 hr lec)
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MUSC 1080 - Baritone Horn I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1090 - Bassoon I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1100 - Cello I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1101 - Music First Year Seminar (1)
A course designed to help first year music students’ transition into college and into the profession of music. Topics include program planning, transfer, research in music, musical practice and music career choices.
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MUSC 1110 - Clarinet I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1120 - Double Bass I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1130 - Flute I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1140 - French Horn I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1150 - Guitar I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1152 - Bass Guitar I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1153 - Classical Guitar I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocational recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Student specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . Max 8 credits. (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1154 - Jazz Guitar I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocational recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Student specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . Max 8 credits. (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1170 - Oboe I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1190 - Percussion I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1191 - Percussion/Mallets I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1195 - Latin Percussion I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1200 - Piano I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1204 - Jazz Piano I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1206 - Jazz Voice I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200. Max 8 credits. (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1208 - Jazz Bass I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200. Max 8 credits. (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1210 - Saxophone I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1220 - Trombone I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1230 - Trumpet I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1240 - Tuba I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1250 - Violin I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1260 - Viola I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1270 - Voice I (1-2)
One 30-minute private lesson per week per credit hour on an instrument or voice with a minimum preparation standard. Generally involves a public convocation recital performance, master classes, and an end of semester performance jury. Max 8 credits. Students specializing in music must be concurrently enrolled in MUSC 0200 . (5-10 hrs lec per semester, 5-10 hrs open lab)
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MUSC 1290 - Class Piano I (1)
Group instruction for the beginner at the keyboard. First semester of a four-semester sequence. Covers note reading, rhythm symbols, beginning major scales, and chord progressions. Develops finger control and hand independence. (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1292 - Class Guitar I (3)
This course is an introduction to the guitar designed for beginning guitarists. Students will learn about the instrument in the following ways: physical aspects of guitar; history of guitar; playing the guitar focusing on development of techniques and musical sensibilities that enable students to participate in music where the guitar is used. Class Guitar I is an excellent preparatory for MUSC 1150 : Applied Guitar I and MUSC 2490: Guitar Ensemble. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1295 - Class Piano II (1)
Second semester continuation of skills acquired in MUSC 1290 . Includes all major scales, prescribed chord progressions, harmonization, transposition, sightreading, and repertoire. Prerequisite: MUSC 1290 or successful completion of MUSC 1290 final exam requirements. (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1305 - Guitar/Elementary Teacher (2)
This class is designed to give basic guitar skills to the elementary classroom teacher. The students will develop their guitar skills through the use of grade appropriate music provided by the instructor. These songs and related activities will enrich the classroom and support state curriculum guidelines. Students provide their own guitar, but prior guitar skills are not necessary. This class is most beneficial to Wyoming certified teachers and current prospective teachers. (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1310 - Public School Music: Brass I (1)
Group instruction to prepare the student in the fundamentals of teaching brass instruments in a public school setting. Emphasizes performance, methods, and materials. (2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1325 - Public School Music: Percussion (1)
Group instruction to prepare the student in the fundamentals of teaching percussion instruments in a public school setting. Emphasizes performance, methods, and materials. (2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1340 - Public School Methods: Voice I (1)
Public School Methods for Voice will encompass group instruction in vocal methods for music education and vocal performance majors. MUSC 1340 allows future music educators and performers to gain confidence in the singing voice by developing individual vocal technique. This course focuses on the student as a singer, through voice building, pedagogy, and knowledge of the vocal mechanism. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 1350 - Public School Music: Woodwinds (1)
Group instruction to prepare the student in the fundamentals of teaching woodwind instruments in a public school setting. Emphasizes performance, methods, and materials. (2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1378 - College Band (1)
Open to all students with experience on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Ensemble performs standard wind band repertoire. Membership subject to director’s approval. May be repeated three times for credit. (3 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1379 - College Band for Percussion (1)
An opportunity for percussion students to perform in a modern wind band setting. Students will be exposed to and have the opportunity to perform band literature that is historically important. May be repeated three times for credit. (2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1388 - Jazz Combo I (1)
An ensemble which performs small group jazz music. Emphasis on ensemble playing and individual expression through improvisation. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (1 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1390 - Jazz Ensemble I (1)
A 16-20 piece ensemble for brass, woodwind, and rhythm players. Open to all students interested in performing contemporary jazz band literature. Members of the Jazz Ensemble I who are specializing in music must be enrolled in another major ensemble. Members chosen by audition. May be repeated three times for credit. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1395 - Jazz Ensemble II (1)
The Jazz Ensemble is an instrumental group which performs jazz and other popular styles of instrumental big band music. The instrumentation consists of saxophone, brass and a rhythm section. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 1400 - Collegiate Chorale (1)
A non-auditioned choral performing ensemble open to all student members of the college community. The course goals involve individual vocal and musical growth in a group performance context, the ability to articulate individual reaction to a musical work, and developing an understanding of the historical and cultural significance of choral music. May be repeated three times for credit but only one will used to satisfy the VPA requirement. (1 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1403 - Vocal Jazz (1)
A vocal ensemble specializing in jazz and popular music performances, using a rhythm section as accompaniment. Members chosen by director’s audition. May be repeated three times for credit. (3 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1404 - Master Chorale (1)
An adult choral performance ensemble. Through weekly, evening rehearsals, this group prepares and performs choral masterworks often in partnership with the Northwest Civic Orchestra. One complete concert repertoire covered each semester. Open to all singers without audition. May be repeated three times for credit. (2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1405 - Vocal Jazz I (1)
A vocal ensemble specializing in jazz and popular music performances, using a rhythm section as accompaniment. Intended for singers of any experience level. Members chosen by director’s audition May be repeated three times for credit. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 1410 - Vocal Ensemble (1)
A 12-16 member vocal ensemble using an integration of related arts (drama, dance, poetry, visual arts, etc.) in the performance of music from all periods and styles. Members chosen by audition. May be repeated three times for credit. (3 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1415 - Introduction to Music Technology (3)
Students will acquire an overview to a broad range of technology-based music applications and concepts including the properties of sound and sound perception, microphone design and application, live sound reinforcement and signal processing, digital audio recording, sound synthesis, and applications of the Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) protocol. (2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1416 - Pro Tools Fundamentals I (PT 101) (1.5)
This course is an introduction to Avid’s Pro Tools digital audio workstation software application. Basic Pro Tools principles, including how to complete a Pro Tools project from initial set up to final mixdown are covered. Topics also include how to record, edit, and mix music and Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) tracks within the Pro Tools application. This course is the first in a series of courses leading to multiple Avid Pro Tools certifications. (1.5 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1417 - Pro Tools Fundamentals II (PT 110) (1.5)
Pro Tools 110 Fundamentals II in an intermediate-level course that expands upon the basic principles taught in PT101 and introduces the core concepts and skills student need to operate Pro Tools running mid-sized sessions with dozens of tracks. The material in PT101 is intended to prepare students for Avids’ Pro Tools User Certification Exam. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUSC 1416 . (1.5 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1420 - Opera Theatre (2)
Students will produce and perform an opera. Students of all backgrounds, musical and otherwise, will define, refine and assign their talents to either production or performance aspects of an opera. Students will accept specific assignments for the performance but will be involved in learning about all aspects of production. (2 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1430 - Symphony Orchestra (1)
An organization open to community members and students with experience on strings, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Membership by director’s approval. May be repeated three times for credit. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1435 - Audio Recording (3)
Students develop basic understanding of recording principles and techniques. Students examine the principles of sound, the operation and maintenance of studio equipment, and the systems, operation, and protocol of the modern digital recording studio. With tape-based recording as a starting point, students progress through such subjects as mixers, multi-track recording, effects processors, and microphones. (2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1450 - Percussion Ensemble (1)
Percussion ensembles offered depending on instrumentation and interest of students. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (1 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1460 - Brass Ensemble (1)
Brass ensembles offered depending on instrumentation and interest of students. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (1 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1470 - Woodwind Ensemble (1)
Woodwind ensembles offered depending on instrumentation and interest of students. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 1482 - Guitar Ensemble (1)
The Northwest College Guitar ensemble is a non-audition performance ensemble open to all members of the college and community. Students must be able to play basic chords, and play scales in 1st position on the guitar in order to effectively participate. The goal of this course includes musical growth on the guitar and the experience of performing a variety of music in concert. (1 hrs lec)
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MUSC 1483 - Jazz Guitar Ensemble (1)
The Advanced Guitar Ensemble is an auditioned group taken from the main guitar ensemble. The focus will be on performing more complex and challenging music, as well as going out to schools to help recruit for the college. It is expected that parts will be learned outside class, and that rehearsal time will be spent polishing the music for performance. Members of this group are expected to also be a part of the regular guitar
ensemble, providing positive leadership and support to their fellow students. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 1503 - Vocal Jazz II (1)
A vocal ensemble specializing in jazz and popular music performances, using a rhythm section as accompaniment. Intended for singers of any experience level. Members chosen by director’s audition. may be repeated three times for credit. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 1960 - Studio Maintenance I (2)
Studio Maintenance I provides hands-on projects in the areas of live sound reinforcement, 2-track concert recording, file format transfers, dubbing, and audio database management. Students develop professional skills and accountability. Completed projects are archived for inclusion in a project portfolio. Credits for this course may be spread out over two semesters. (1 hr lec, 2 hrs lab)
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MUSC 2010 - American Popular Music (3)
This course provides a cultural, historical, and aesthetic overview of twentieth century American popular music and its nineteenth century beginnings. Using a ostly chronological presentation, students will analyze such music as pop, blues, ragtime, jazz, country, rock’n’roll, and musical theater for their roots, their
syntheses into new styles, their underlying aesthetic and cultural meanings and values, and other connections to American Life. In short: we will be examining America through the lens of its popular music. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 2025 - World Music (3)
Students learn strategies on how to listen to and compare the sound of various musical cultures. Students will also gain a deeper understanding for the local contexts of these musical expressions and how music carries meaning through complex networks of signification (e.g., ethnic identity, race, class, political, religious, economic, historical, technological, etc.). (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 2030 - Written Theory III (3)
A study of chromatic and contemporary harmonic concepts. Emphasis placed on the analysis of historical music and writing in contemporary styles. Students expected to develop and practice keyboard skills and use a computer for drill and composition. Prerequisite: MUSC 1040 with a C- or better. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 2035 - Aural Theory III (1)
Class participation in the skills of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation, and sight singing in more chromatic styles. Prerequisite: MUSC 1045 with a C- or better. Should be taken in conjunction with . (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 2040 - Written Theory IV (3)
A continuation of Written Theory III with additional study of counterpoint and writing in larger musical forms. Prerequisites: MUSC 2030 and successful completion of at least 30 credit hours. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 2045 - Aural Theory IV (1)
Includes work in error detection and diatonic keyboard harmony. Prerequisite: MUSC 2035 . Should be taken in conjunction with . (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 2050 - Historical Survey I (3)
The history and literature of music from ancient times through 1800 and the Classic era of the music of Western Civilization. Primarily traces the development of art music style in a historical and cultural context. In addition to a general overview of the literature, students analyze representative works of each style period and compare Western culture and its music with the music, values, beliefs, and attitudes of other world cultures. (3 hrs lec)
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MUSC 2055 - Historical Survey II (3)
The history and literature of the music of Western Civilization from 1800 to the present. Traces the development of musical style in a historical and cultural context. In addition to a general overview of the literature of the Romantic and Modern eras, students analyze representative works of each style period and compare Western Culture and its music with the values, beliefs, and attitudes of American music and culture among others. Prerequisite: Successful completion of at least 30 credit hours. (3 hrs lec) Capstone Course
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MUSC 2060 - Jazz Improvisation I (1)
Introduction to the skills necessary to create and perform jazz solos involving simple to complex chord progression, harmonic structures, and rhythmic frameworks. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 2065 - Jazz Improvisation II (1)
Continuation of MUSC 2060 . Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (1 hr lec)
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MUSC 2071 - Applied Music: Vocal and Instrumental (1-2)
Private lessons in voice or instrument for students who have completed four semesters of study in voice or in one instrument. Prerequisite: Four semesters of previous applied study. (.5 hr lec, 5 hrs open lab)
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