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FAM 313 - Family Systems I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 103 . This course will introduce the student to systems theory. General Systems Theory, Cybernetics, Cybernetics of Cybernetics, and the Family System Framework will be explored. Students will study the first systemic therapeutic models and demonstrate an ability to apply the early constructs to various case studies. Fall
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FAM 353 - Working with Diverse Populations
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 103 . This course will emphasize the helping professional and working within a culturally diverse setting. Various cultural groups will be explored including: African-Americans, Hispanics, Asian-Americans, Native Americans, and Geriatrics. Emphasis will be to understand each group’s culture in order to be better prepared to work in various supportive settings. Fall
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FAM 363 - Critical Concerns with Adolescents
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: . This course will introduce students to the critical issues impacting today’s teenager. Several systems that work directly with teenagers will be studied and discussions will explore how these systems navigate through these various issues including: suicide, alcohol and drug abuse, abuse, gangs, and divorce. Fall
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FAM 383 - Medical Social Work
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 203 or permission. A study of the U.S. medical delivery system in its various settings including hospitals, nursing homes and home health care. Particular attention is given to the role of social workers as they work with patients and their families in accessing and receiving medical care, and assist them with the social and cultural issues that may be related to that care. Spring
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FAM 403 - Foundational Principles for Therapeutic Intervention
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 103 . This course will introduce counseling theories and techniques commonly used in the mental health field. Emphasis will be on the Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapy disciplines. This class will enable students to learn effective ways to better understand the needs of clients and how to communicate to the client that various options for help that are available to them. Fall
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FAM 413 - Principles and Practices of Experiential Education
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 103 . Students will explore theories and principles of experiential education. Students will learn important constructs that support a successful adventure therapy program. Students will have opportunities to develop, lead and evaluate adventure education experiences. Fall
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FAM 423 - Family Systems II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: . This course will introduce the student to systemic models developed after 1970. Students will learn the overarching paradigm and various techniques for each model. Student will examine and discuss how each systemic model fits within a Christian worldview. Spring
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FAM 433 - Family Life Education: Foundation and Principles
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 223 or Child Studies major. This course will introduce the student to the competencies, broad education base, and skills required to administer a variety of family education programs. Students will learn the process of designing, implementing, and evaluating an enrichment program. Spring
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FAM 443 - Social Work with the Traumatized Child
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 103 . This course will introduce the student to the Traumatized Child. The course is designed to help student identify and effectively assess children affected by stress, trauma and/or violence. A major emphasis will be the systemic framework in which the traumatized child lives. Students will obtain an understanding of how trauma effects the child’s mental and social development. Fall
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FAM 453 - Social Work Interventions with the Traumatized Child
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: FAM 443 . This course will introduce the student to specific interventions utilized in meeting the needs of traumatized children. Students will examine theory and practice utilized in today’s clinical youth settings. Students will show an ability to apply theory to a wide range of case studies used throughout the course. Spring
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FAM 48V - Internship
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. Practical, supervised experience within a public or private agency (limit of three credit hours with any given agency). One credit hour requires 40 agency hours. No more than three credit hours may count toward the minor. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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FAM 49V - Special Problems
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. Independent or semi-independent study/research with the guidance of a faculty member. May be taken more than once. Fall/Spring
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PSY 103 - Introduction to Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
A course stressing the importance of psychological mechanisms underlying all mental processes such as sensation, perception, emotion, thinking and learning. Fall/Spring
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PSY 152 - Psychology Seminar
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . This course is designed to expose students to educational and professional options as a psychology major, current issues in psychology, the APA writing style, and the integration of Christian faith and psychology. Spring
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PSY 183 - History and Systems of Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . A study of the various systems of psychology based on their theory. The effect of these various systems on contemporary psychological thought is considered. Spring
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PSY 203 - Health Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . A course investigating mental health issues in daily living. Of particular interest are stress prevention and management, and the implementation of coping strategies. Spring-Odd
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PSY 213 - Psychological Development of the Child and Adolescent
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 or PSY 273 or permission. A course designed to help prospective teachers of all levels acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for understanding human growth and development during the formative years from birth through adolescence. Research and critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Field and clinical experiences required. Cross Listed as EDU 203 . Fall/Spring
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PSY 223 - Psychology and Sociology of Sport
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . This course will provide an introduction to the psychology and sociology of sport. The focus will include a broad overview of topics, such as the history of sport psychology, motivation, coaching and leadership, team dynamics, performance enhancement and the impact of social variables on individual and team performance. Techniques used in the field of sports, recreation, and exercise will also be addressed. Fall-Even
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PSY 243 - Psychology of Addictions
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . This course will focus on causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and impact of addictions on society and the individual. Consideration will be given to the maladaptive behavior and physiological characteristics of addiction. Stages in the development of and types of addiction and habituation will be discussed. The effects of chemical abuse on the human body will be presented. Treatment approaches that are currently in use will be reviewed. Fall
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PSY 253 - Developmental Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 or PSY 273 . This course is designed to provide an introduction to major developmental theories along with an examination of contemporary research topics in developmental psychology. The foundational theories and associated readings will assist the student in gaining an appreciation of the complexities of human development over the life span, as well as a basic understanding of biological and sociocultural influences on development. Spring
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PSY 263 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . The course will review the field of Industrial/Organizational (I/O) psychology. I/O is a branch of psychology that applies the principles of psychology to the workplace. The student will learn how I/O psychology examines factors that affect the people in an organization. Spring-Even
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PSY 273 - Educational Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Deals with the critical examination of theories of learning and motivation, and their application in the classroom. Considers the effects which developmental stages, individual differences, motivation, personality, and attitudinal systems have on the learning and educational experience of children and adolescents. Fall/Spring
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PSY 301 - Junior Seminar: Career Preparation
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: 61 hours. The student will explore the educational and professional options available to students majoring in psychology. Emphasis will be on preparations necessary for graduate school admission and direct entry into a psychology-service vocation. Fall
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PSY 303 - Theories of Cognitive Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 , and PSY 183 or a Child Studies major. A study of major theories, research methods, and empirical findings about how the human brain performs various cognitive activities, including perception, attention, memory, mental imagery, problem solving, language, and decision making. Spring-Odd
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PSY 313 - Theories of Personality
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 , and PSY 183 or a Child Studies major. Examination of the major theories of personality with emphasis on normal/abnormal development and suggested therapeutic interventions. Spring-Even
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PSY 323 - Theories of Counseling
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 , and PSY 183 or a Child Studies major. The major schools of counseling and psychotherapy are presented. Provides a theoretical orientation to the field of psychotherapy. Attention is given to the underlying theory and assumptions of each approach, as well as examination of theories from a Biblically-informed, Christian worldview. Emphasizes integration through case studies and reaction papers. Fall
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PSY 333 - Counseling Skills and Techniques
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 and PSY 323 . A study of the core communication skills essential to helping relationships. Basic listening and action-oriented skills within the context of professional values and a multi-disciplinary theory base, including issues related to working with diverse populations. Emphasis on experiential role-playing and practice in non-verbal expression, active listening, exploration, constructive confrontation, conflict resolution, and other interviewing skills essential to a professional helper. Pass/Fail. Spring
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PSY 353 - Psychology of Marriage and Family
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . An introduction of marital and family dynamics, as well as the process, strategies, techniques of intervention and prevention of problems. Spring
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PSY 373 - Abnormal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . Psychology majors are recommended to take PSY 183 and the Theory elective prior to taking this course. A study of psychological abnormality, including casework, diagnosis and treatment. Fall/Spring
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PSY 393 - Group Dynamics
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 , PSY 323 , PSY 333 , and permission of the instructor. Examination of human interactions in a group setting with emphasis on the purpose and process of the resulting dynamics. Pass/Fail. Fall-Even
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PSY 403 - Research Methods
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 and MAT 143 . A study of research methods in contemporary psychology. Specific examples from different areas of psychology are used to teach students basic concepts of experimental design, data collection, data analysis, interpretation and generalization. Fall
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PSY 413 - Crisis, Trauma, PTSD
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 and Senior Psychology or Public Safety majors or permission. This course provides a general overview of crisis (process and response), acute stress, the long term consequences of unresolved trauma, PTSD, and evidence-based interventions and treatments. The applied focus of the course is obtaining directed certifications and creating field-specific prevention and intervention plans. Fall
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PSY 423 - Positive Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 103 . Positive psychology includes both the science and practice of understanding and optimizing the positive side of the human experience; human strengths and positive functioning. This course will include the integration of a Biblical-informed Christian worldview and strength-based positive psychology. Fall-Odd
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PSY 433 - Psychology of the Social Self
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 and 18 hours of psychology credit or permission. This course explores the concept of self and related concepts (e.g., identity, social identity, self-esteem) as used in social psychological theory and research. How people influence one another and are influenced by others will be examined, with particular emphasis on attitude formation, persuasion, propaganda, fads and fashion, and crowd and mob behavior. Spring
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PSY 443 - Physiological Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 103 and PSY 373 . An introduction to the biological/physiological basis for human behavior. The structure and the function of the nervous system, neuropsychological methods, sensation, emotional responses, learning, memory and psychopathology will be covered. Explores the physiological, biological, and anatomical mechanisms responsible for behavior. Fall
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PSY 48V - Psychology Internship
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisites: psychology major and permission. This is a supervised practical experience in a professional setting for upperclass psychology majors. The experience can include observing, assisting, assuming regular duties, or pursuing a special project. The general guideline for credit is 40 contact hours for each hour of credit. This course may be repeated for credit but no more than three hours may be applied to the Psychology major capstone requirement. Additional credits count as electives only. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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PSY 49V - Special Problems in Psychology
Credit Hours: 1-3
The investigation of problems in psychology with emphasis on psychological theory and principles of human behavior. This course may be repeated for credit but no more than three hours may be applied to the Psychology major capstone requirement. Additional credits count as electives only. Fall/Spring
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ART 103 - Exploration of the Visual Arts
Credit Hours: 3
This is an introductory course emphasizing description, analysis, interpretation, and judgment of profound visual expression. Students will get up close and personal with the nature of art as well as the materials and techniques used to create art. As artists who believe there is significant value in increasing exposure to the fine arts, students will attend art exhibit openings, music concerts and theatre performances for credit. Discussion about music and theatre will be included in the course. Participation in additional art classes is encouraged. Lecture. Fall/Spring
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ART 101 - Studio Art Seminar
Credit Hours: .5
Prerequisite: Freshman Art Major or Art Minor. Each semester, all Art Majors and Minors are required to participate in departmental seminar events such as lectures and workshops. To continue in the Major or Minor, Freshmen must enroll in and pass ART 101 for each semester that they are declared Art Majors or Minors. Repeated. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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ART 113 - Two-Dimensional Design
Credit Hours: 3
Fundamentals of two-dimensional design. Basic problems exploring form, space and organization. Experience with a variety of media and subject matter. Lecture/Studio. Fall/Spring
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ART 123 - Drawing I
Credit Hours: 3
Fundamentals of drawing. Drawing from still life, nature and the figure. Problems in freehand perspective drawing skills. Emphasis on sensitivity of seeing and interpretation. Materials fee required. Lecture/Studio. Fall/Spring
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ART 200 - Professional Assistance Review
Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisite: Permission. Faculty review of Studio Art candidates’ demonstrated artistic quality and ability. Studio Art majors must receive a passing grade for this course to remain in the major. Pass/Fail, no credit. Fall/Spring
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ART 201 - Studio Art Seminar
Credit Hours: 0.5
Prerequisite: Sophomore Art Major or Art Minor. Each semester, all Art Majors and Minors are required to participate in departmental seminar events such as lectures and workshops. To continue in the Major or Minor, Sophomores must enroll in and pass ART 201 for each semester that they enter as declared Art Majors or Minors. Repeated. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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ART 223 - Drawing II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 113 and ART 123 . Intermediate drawing, emphasizing visual sensitivity and expression in a variety of drawing media and subject matter. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall
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ART 233 - Three-Dimensional Design
Credit Hours: 3
Fundamentals of three-dimensional design. Basic problems exploring form, space and organization. Experience with a variety of media and subject matter. Materials fee required. Lecture/Studio. Spring
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ART 243 - Painting I
Credit Hours: 3
Instruction in painting techniques and exploration of composition and color in expressing form and space. Studio. Spring
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ART 253 - Introduction to Digital Studio and Design
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ART 113 . Introduction to computer media, digital imaging, and graphic design. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall
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ART 273 - Clay I
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to handmade and wheel-thrown pottery. Instruction in technical and artistic fundamentals of pottery making. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall
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ART 283 - Digital Photography and Digital Darkroom Techniques
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Any one of the following - , ART 113 , ART 123 or ART 253 . Introduction to photographic fundamentals, digital imaging, retouching and digital darkroom techniques. Individual students must provide their own digital camera, and the camera must have the features and specifications necessary to fulfill the course requirements. Materials fee required. Studio. Spring-Even
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ART 30V - Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Readings and in-depth discussion of current problems, theories, and criticisms in the visual arts. Consent of the instructor required. May be repeated for credit. Lecture/Discussion. Fall/Spring
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ART 301 - Studio Art Seminar
Credit Hours: 0.5
Prerequisite: Junior Art Major or Art Minor. Each semester, all Art Majors and Minors are required to participate in departmental seminar events such as lectures and workshops. To continue in the Major or Minor, Juniors must enroll in and pass ART 301 with a C- or above for each semester that they enter as declared Art Majors or Minors. Repeated. Fall/Spring
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ART 313 - Printmaking
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 113 and ART 123 . Instruction in printmaking, with emphasis on individual expression in the relief and intaglio processes. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall-Even
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ART 323 - Glass
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to stained glass to include design, techniques, and history of glass art. Materials fee required. Spring-Odd
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ART 333 - Sculpture
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 113 and ART 233 . Emphasis on problem solving and individual expression through a variety of sculpture processes and media. Materials fee required. Studio. Spring-Even
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ART 343 - Painting II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ART 243 . A course in painting in which individual qualities are emphasized. Studio. Fall
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ART 353 - Fibers
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ART 113 or ART 233 . The creation of printed, dyed, painted, woven, and constructed fiber design, and an examination of the contemporary role of fiber arts. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall-Odd
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ART 363 - Computer Art
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 123 and ART 253 . An intermediate course developing the use of the computer as a fine-art medium. The focus of the course will be on conceptual development and on digital imaging. Materials fee required. Studio. Spring-Even
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ART 373 - Clay II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 273 . Instruction in advanced forming techniques, glaze application and firing techniques. Materials fee required. Studio. Spring
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ART 393 - Graphic Design
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 253 . Commercial art techniques for consumer advertising and illustration. Problems in a variety of communication media. Emphasis on creative concept. Materials fee required. Studio. Spring-Odd
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ART 401 - Studio Art Seminar
Credit Hours: 0.5
Prerequisite: Senior Art Major or Art Minor. Each semester, all Art Majors and Minors are required to participate in departmental seminar events such as lectures and workshops. To continue in the Major or Minor, Seniors must enroll in and pass ART 401 with a C- or above for each semester that they enter as declared Art Majors or Minors. Repeated. Fall/Spring
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ART 411 - Art Portfolio
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: permission. Preparation of the professional art portfolio, resumé and related materials for a career in art. Completion of major requirements of the senior paper and senior exhibit. Lecture/Discussion. Fall/Spring
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ART 433 - Human Creativity
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: 61 credit hours, including BTS 103 and one of the following: ART 103 , DRM 103 , MUS 103 . A biblical theological and historical exploration of human creativity for the minister and creative practitioner that specifically addresses the spiritual needs and concerns of the Christian called to the creative arts. Creative studio or planning element included. Materials free required. Spring-Odd
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ART 443 - Advanced Drawing and Painting Studio
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 223 and ART 243 and permission. This course is designed for students who wish to pursue contemporary expressions in drawing, and/or painting. Each media begins with structured assignments and evolves to individual development of expressive purpose and ideas with the direction of the professor. May be repeated for credit. Materials fee required. Studio. Spring
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ART 453 - Advanced Digital Design
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ART 363 or ART 373 and permission. This course is designed for students who wish to pursue contemporary artistic and communication skills in digital media. The course begins with structured assignments and evolves to development of individual expressive purpose and ideas with the direction of the professor. May be repeated for credit. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall
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ART 463 - Advanced Ceramics Studio
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisties: ART 373 and permission. This course is designed for students who wish to pursue contemporary expressions in functional and/or sculptural ceramics. The course begins with structured assignments and evolves to development of individual expressive purpose and ideas with the direction of the professor. May be repeated for credit. Materials fee required. Studio. Fall
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ART 48V - Internship
Credit Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: permission. This course is designed for practical and supervised professional art experience. May be taken twice. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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ART 49V - Special Problems
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. For advanced study and research beyond available courses. Problems chosen by the student and developed through conferences and approved study under the direction of the instructor. By arrangement. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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ART 211 - Art Education
Credit Hours: 1
A brief overview of teaching art with emphasis upon discipline based art education, state standards, artistic development, and classroom organization for successful art lessons. (For this one hour of credit students will participate in the art portion of EDU 263 ). Spring
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ARH 273 - Art History I
Credit Hours: 3
A survey of Western art from the Prehistoric times to the late Gothic style. Lecture/Discussion. Fall
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ARH 283 - Art History II
Credit Hours: 3
A survey of Western art from the Renaissance to the present. Lecture/Discussion. Spring
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ARH 383 - Modern Art
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of European and American art from the late nineteenth century to the present. Lecture/Discussion. Spring-Even
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MUS 103 - Exploration of Music
Credit Hours: 3
Introductory survey of various musical styles and genres throughout history. Cultivates a general knowledge of musical topics and develops the skill of perceptive listening. Meets general education requirements for Fine Arts credits. Fall/Spring
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MUS 201 - Aural Skills I
Credit Hours: 1
Elementary studies in ear training, sight singing, dictation, and related activities. Fall
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MUS 203 - Music Theory I
Credit Hours: 3
A comprehensive study of musical fundamentals including pitch, rhythm, intervals, chords, diatonic harmony, and harmonic progressions. The course incorporates the study of elementary notational, analytical, and compositional techniques. Fall
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MUS 211 - Aural Skills II
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: MUS 201 . Intermediate studies in ear training, sight singing, dictation, and related activities. Spring
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MUS 213 - Music Theory II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: C grade or higher in MUS 203 . A continuation of Theory I; new topics include roman numeral analysis, chromatic harmony, modulation, and composition in four-part harmony. Spring
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MUS 212 - Piano Literature Survey
Credit Hours: 2
The course includes works from the earliest keyboard composers of the Baroque period through the 21st century with an emphasis on practices and techniques which are unique to each style. Extensive listening exercises are included to teach the student to discern aurally between various styles and genres. Offered Occasionally
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MUS 223 - Diction for Singers
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 163 or instructor permission. A study of sung diction and the rules for the pronunciation of foreign languages commonly utilized in standard vocal repertoire. Students will be introduced to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and will transcribe selected vocal works from English, Latin, Italian, German, and French into IPA. Spring-Odd
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MUS 233 - Piano Pedagogy
Credit Hours: 3
The course includes a survey of current and past teaching literature including commercial teaching methods by leading publishers. Students are introduced to the essentials of running a piano studio with an emphasis on business practices, professional organization membership, and developing studio policies. Offered Occasionally
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MUS 263 - Congregational Worship Music
Credit Hours: 3
The course will provide a broad overview of congregational worship music by tracing its historical development from the great hymns of the past to the worship music of today. Students will learn about important writers and composers, and will study the characteristics of well-crafted tunes and lyrics. Special emphasis will also be given to critical evaluation of music for use in congregational settings. Offered Occasionally
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MUS 312 - Music History I
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: MUS 213 and Junior or Senior level. Introduces students to the developments of Western music. It examines music from the ancient world and early Christian Church through the late Baroque era and the music of J. S. Bach and Handel. Fall
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MUS 313 - Vocal Pedagogy
Credit Hours: 3
A comprehensive study of the skills needed for vocal instruction. Areas of study include vocal anatomy, the diagnosis and correction of vocal faults, and an overview of various philosophies and methods related to teaching healthy vocal production. Fall-Even
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MUS 322 - Music History II
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: MUS 213 and Junior or Senior level. This course is a survey of Western art music beginning with the Classical era works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, continuing through the Romantic era of the 19th century, and concluding with serial, electronic and experimental music of the 20th century. It will include important genres such as symphony, chamber music, keyboard works, opera, art song, and choral music. Spring
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MUS 343 - Conducting I
Credit Hours: 3
A laboratory course covering basic conducting techniques, including beat patterns, baton techniques, and other gestures essential to effective conducting of a musical ensemble. Other topics include score study and interpretation, as well as leadership and rehearsal management skills. Fall-Odd
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MUS 353 - Conducting II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: MUS 343 . Co-requisite: MUE 111 , MUE 311 Chapel Choir, or MUE 101 , MUE 301 , Concert Band, or MUE 191 , MUE 391 Orchestra. A laboratory course covering advanced conducting techniques and other topics related to the fields of instrumental and choral conducting. Students well be given podium time with selected instrumental and/or choral ensembles as part of the laboratory experience. Spring-Even
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MUS 363 - Church Music Ministry
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to give the student an understanding of the administrative and philosophical aspects of music ministry in the local church setting. The course will explore methods of planning, organizing, and developing a church music program, along with critical discussion and analysis of historical and current philosophical trends. The course may include visits to area churches, guest lectures from music ministers in full-time positions, and evaluation/critique of existing church music programs. Offered Occasionally
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MUS 362 - Instrumental Methods-Brass
Credit Hours: 2
A laboratory course designed to teach the pedagogy and literature of the brass family of instruments by practical application and illustration. Fall-Even
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MUS 372 - Instrumental Methods-Percussion
Credit Hours: 2
A laboratory course designed to teach the pedagogy and literature of the percussion family of instruments through practical application and illustration. Spring-Odd
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MUS 382 - Instrumental Methods-Strings
Credit Hours: 2
A laboratory course designed to teach the pedagogy and literature of the string family of instruments through practical application and illustration. Spring-Even
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MUS 392 - Instrumental Methods-Woodwinds
Credit Hours: 2
A laboratory course designed to teach the pedagogy and literature of the woodwind family of instruments through practical application and illustration. Fall-Odd
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MUS 393 - Music Theatre Vocal Performance and Interpretation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: DRM 373 or DRM 463 and a minimum of one semester of class or applied voice. This course covers techniques associated with performing music theatre repertoire. Instruction is also given in the area of professional audition and portfolio preparation. A culminating musical experience will be scheduled for the end of the semester to demonstrate learned skills. Spring-Even
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MUS 422 - Electronic Music
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: MUS 213 . Fundamental studies of computer software, audio equipment, and compositional methods. Students will learn to synthesize, record, and digitally manipulate sounds to create electronic music compositions. Offered Occasionally
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MUS 432 - Advanced Harmony/Modern Composition
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: MUS 213 . Exploration of compositional practices in music of the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Analysis of specific harmonic techniques will be coupled with composition exercises. Fall-Even
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MUS 442 - Counterpoint
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: MUS 213 . Study of modal and tonal counterpoint techniques from the 16th to 21st century. Topics include sacred polyphony, imitative Baroque forms, and modern approaches to contrapuntal composition. Spring-Odd
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MUS 452 - Orchestration
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: MUS 213 . Comprehensive study of the individual instruments of the orchestra and orchestration techniques from the Classical era through the present. Additional topics include intensive score study and orchestrating for voice, choir, and mixed ensembles. Fall-Odd
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MUS 462 - Music Since 1945
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: MUS 213 . An analytic survey of music composed in the Western Classical tradition from 1945 to the present. Topics include the high modernism of the 1950’s and 1960’s, the eclecticism of the 1970’s and 1980’s, and the ever-broadening diversity of styles today. Offered Occasionally
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MUS 472 - Form and Analysis
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: MUS 213 . An in-depth examination of musical structures and forms common to the Western classical tradition. Topics include binary and ternary forms, sonata form, variations, and 20th century practices. Spring-Even
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MUS 48V - Music Internships
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission. Music internships are available for qualified students who wish to pursue off-campus learning experiences at a church, ministry organization, or other appropriate setting. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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MUS 49V - Special Problems in Music
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission. A culminating project guided by a student’s individual interests. The project may be based on research, composition, or another creative outlet. Fall/Spring
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MUA 101 - Class Voice I
Credit Hours: 1
A study of singing using beginning repertoire. Lessons are in a group setting. Topics include breath control, tone production, resonance, articulation, musical expression, and stage presence. Meets general education requirement. Fall
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