May 17, 2024  
2010-2011 University Catalog 
    
2010-2011 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

Courses


Course Renumbering

Commencing with the 2013-14 academic year the University began a multi-year course renumbering.  For additional information visit the Course Renumbering page on the Office of the Registrar website.

Renumbered Course List 

  • Division of Liberal Arts
    Many courses within the Division of Liberal Arts commencing with the Summer and Fall 2014 terms will be offered under new course numbers. Students registering for Summer 2014 coursework and beyond will do so using the new course numbers.
 
  
  • MSEM 702 - Issues in Museums Seminar


    Presents and discusses current political and social issues, which may unexpectedly, sometimes problematically, affect museum practice, particularly in the public areas of exhibition, programming, and publications. Recent examples would include controversial exhibits, legal, gender, race, cultural, and religious issues impacting museums; and the public right to participate in the museum experience as an active contributor. Museum scholars, specialists, and university faculty offer in-depth examination of current topics. Students complete projects designed to develop professional ability to deal with emerging debates in the museum profession and the knowledge of the impact of politics and the mass culture on museum policies and practices. Formerly MS 601

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MSEM 601 or MSEM 600

    Priority enrollment to Museum Studies majors. Restricted to students enrolled in graduate programs.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MSEM 711 - Museum Exhibition Design Studio


    The primary vehicle for exploring and developing museum exhibition planning, design, project organization, project management, and presentation skills/techniques. This course focuses on the exhibition in its tangible/ physical form, taking concept into reality. Documentation, construction documents, schedules, budgets, and specifications are the deliverables. Formerly MS 710

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MSEM 601, MSEM 611

    Open to Museum Exhibition Planning and Design majors only.

    Credits: 6 cr, 12 hrs

  
  • MSEM 716 - Advanced Exhibition Materials and Technology


    Formerly MS 624

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MSEM 780 - Thesis Research


    Examines the principle approaches to research. The nature of appropriate research methods for selected thesis topics; the approaches and benefits of various methodologies; and the steps in research design. Students identify a research problem, design a study, collect and analyze data, compile, interpret and report results. Formerly MS 740

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Museum Studies majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MSEM 781 - Thesis Development: Museum Exhibition Planning and Design


    Independent research and design in an area supporting the student’s career objectives and interests. Formerly MS 749A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MSEM 611 or MSEM 780

    Open to Museum Exhibition Planning and Design majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MSEM 782 - Thesis Development: Museum Exhibition Planning and Design


    Independent research and design in an area supporting the student’s career objectives and interests. Formerly MS 749B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MSEM 781

    Open to Museum Exhibition Planning and Design majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MSEM 783 - Thesis Development: Communication


    Independent research and design in an area supporting the student’s career objectives and interests.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MSEM 780  Open to Museum Communication majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MSEM 784 - Thesis: Communication


    Independent research and design in an area supporting the student’s career objectives and interests.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MSEM 783 

    Open to Museum Communication majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MSEM 785 - Thesis Development: Museum Education


    Independent research and design in an area supporting the student’s career objectives and interests.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MSEM 780

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MSEM 790 - Independent Study


    Independent Study offers a matriculated student the opportunity to initiate individual research or advanced projects that are beyond the limits of the standard curriculum, with limited supervision. Independent Study is available to Junior and Senior undergraduate students who have a minimum 2.5 GPA and to graduate students in good standing. Each Independent Study may be taken for one to three credits in Liberal Arts, 1.5 to six credits in CAD, and one to six credits in CPA and CMAC. Independent Study cannot fulfill major requirements. Independent Study may serve as free, studio, and liberal arts electives, depending on the topic of investigation. Students cannot apply more than 12 total credits of independent study towards their degree requirements. 

    Credits: 1.5 - 6 cr
  
  • MSEM 795 - Museum Internship


    A supervised practicum in a cooperating museum, gallery, or design firm. The internship represents full-time employment equivalency under the mentorship of a professional. Provides practical on-site experience, in which the intern is integrated into the professional staff, assuming professional-level responsibilities and experience. Formerly MS 759

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Museum Studies majors only.

    Credits: 1.5 - 3 cr, 1.5 to 3 hrs
  
  • MSEM 796 - Museum Internship: Museum Communication


    A supervised practicum in a cooperating museum, gallery, or communication firm. The internship represents full-time employment equivalency under the mentorship of a professional. Provides practical on-site experience, in which the intern is integrated into the professional staff, assuming professional-level responsibilities and experience.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUCP 131 - Composition: Forms & Concepts I


    The first semester of this team-taught course is a hands-on exploration of standard and non-traditional compositional forms. After analyzing various forms, students will have the opportunity to apply those concepts and skills to their own compositions in different genres. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUCP 132 - Composition: Forms & Concepts II


    The second semester of this team-taught course introduces the primary skills and resources that belong in every composer’s toolbox, sequencing, and counterpoint. After analyzing various techniques, students will apply those concepts and skills to their own compositions in different genres.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUCP 141 - Calligraphy


    Professional methods of musical score and part preparation, both in the traditional way with paper and pen, and with computer programs. An elective for all majors. Formerly MU 121

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 102

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUCP 201 - Orchestration/MIDI Orchestration


    This course examines instrumentation and orchestration techniques for ensembles of various sizes, instrumental combinations, and musical genres.  Ranges, transpositions, characteristics, and idiosyncracies of the instruments are presented along with examples from the orchestral, chamber, and contemporary music repertoires.  At the same time, students learn to apply this knowledge using MIDI, virtual instrument libraries, and mixing procedures to emulate live ensembles.  Assignments include orchestrating for acoustic and digital ensembles of various instrumental combinations and musical idioms.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 102, MUSC 112, and MUSC 162

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs

  
  • MUCP 202 - Orchestration/MIDI Orchestration Projects


    This course provides comvential and experimental project experiences in Orchestration and MIDI Orchestration.  Students will gain facility in these areas through hands-on creative problem solving through a variety of assignments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 201

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUCP 321 - Beginning Composition


    Formerly MU 302

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 204, MUSC 206

    Open to majors in the School of Music only. Not open to Composition majors.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUCP 322 - Analysis and Composition of Commercial Music


    An examination of compositional techniques used in pop songs, jingles, soundtracks, and underscores for radio, TV, records, films, shows, and industrials. Students investigate the ways in which music serves to enhance the overall goals of the product or project. Musical analysis serves to demonstrate how each style is created. Students produce their own musical compositions in each media context. Formerly MU 308A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 465

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 4 hrs

  
  • MUCP 325 - Fundamentals Film & Video Scoring


    Formerly MU 325

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUCP 331, MUCP 361

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MUCP 331 - Jazz Arranging I


    A functional approach to ensemble scoring including score analysis, combo arranging, arranging for mixed instrumentation, musical settings for vocalists, string writing, writing for pop recording, and special techniques for multi-track recording. Formerly MU 315A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUCP 361

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs

  
  • MUCP 332 - Jazz Arranging II


    A functional approach to ensemble scoring including score analysis, combo arranging, arranging for mixed instrumentation, musical settings for vocalists, string writing, writing for pop recording, and special techniques for multi-track recording. Formerly MU 315B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUCP 361

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs

  
  • MUCP 333 - Arranging


    This course is designed to give students the knowledge and experience to write effective arrangements in various jazz and pop styles.  Understanding of the instruments, terminology, idiomatic styles, forms, voicings, and notation techniques are covered.  Students analyze professional scores as well as using aural analysis for those that are not available.  There are writing assignments for ensembles including up to six horns with vocals.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 204, MUSC 206

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs

  
  • MUCP 334 - Arranging Project


    This course is the practical application of the knowledge and skills learned in the Arranging class.  The course is divided into arranging assignments and symposia in which students share and discuss their arrangements, helping each other to solve particular challenges effectively.  Assignments include arranging in a broad range of styles and instrumental combinations (including vocals).  Pop, jazz, commercial and experimental projects are included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUCP 333

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

     

     

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUCP 361 - Orchestration I


    An introduction to instrumentation, designed to acquaint the student with ranges, transpositions, and characteristics of individual instruments and voices. Aural and score analysis provide the basis for understanding vocal and instrumental treatments in small and large ensembles. Written orchestrations are required. Formerly MU 317A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 203, MUSC 205

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MUCP 362 - Orchestration II


    Primarily intended for composers, this course presents an analytical history of orchestration. Coursework culminates in a large project that is scored and critiqued. Composers are encouraged to orchestrate their own compositions. Formerly MU 317B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUCP 361

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MUCP 363 - MIDI Orchestration


    The goal of this course is to learn to create convincing emulations of acoustic musical performances using virtual instruments.  After an examination of the qualities and roles of all of the instruments and orchestral sections, students will develop skills in MIDI orchestration and mixing for the virtual orchestra.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 203 and MUSC 205

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUCP 441 - Form and Analysis


    This course serves as a continuation of the theory work that Freshman Instrumental, Vocal, and Composition majors have done in the first year. It is designed to enhance basic classical theory skills; to prepare them for graduate-level theory work; and to prepare them to meet the requirements on the theory portions of the teacher certification examination. The emphasis is upon small and large harmonic forms, and forms built upon ostinati principles. The literature used for study is drawn from all musical periods. Harmony, rhythm, melody and timbre are discussed as they relate to specific compositions. Formerly MU 408

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 102

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • MUCP 624 - Composing for Performers


    A dual emphasis — on acoustic instruments and on technologies — exposes students to a variety of professional composing situations, including large jazz ensembles, fusion, acoustic/electronic hybrids, films, videos, musical theater, and jingle writing. Techniques using MIDI, MAX, and electronic composition are explored. Faculty and guest composers present workshops on their own approaches. Students learn to use the recording studio as an instrument and use notation software for score and part preparation. Student works are rehearsed and performed by graduate and advanced undergraduate ensembles. Formerly MU 624

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUCP 631 - Graduate Arranging


    Emphasis is on effective writing in various contemporary styles and building on basic arranging skills, with a focus on specific arranging techniques such as writing for the rhythm section, horn voicings, sax solo, and contemporary fusion styles. Arrangements are studied in score format and aurally, and then techniques are applied to student projects. Formerly MU 622

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUCP 641 - Advanced Transcription and Analysis


    Accurate notation, transcription fluency, and recognition of theoretical concepts are developed through a regime of continual and rigorous assignments, all designed to further advance skills in ear training and theory. Projects begin with single line melodies in varying instrumental registers and progress through advanced rhythms and chord progressions to complete arrangements and compositions. Sources include bass lines, synthesizer sequences, pop recordings, jazz improvisations, and drum solos. Students learn techniques and performance practices of varying styles and periods, and then perform transcribed parts and solos. Formerly MU 617

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 110 - Brass Instruments


    Students learn basic breathing, embouchure, sound-production, and fingerings for standard band and orchestra brass instruments, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosing typical problems of beginning performers. The performance emphasis is on cornet/trumpet, and horn and trombone, with euphonium and tuba being assigned to brass and bass majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 111 - Flute & Double Reed Instrument


    Students learn basic breathing, embouchure, sound-production, and fingerings for flute, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosis of typical problems of beginning performers. The performance emphasis in this course is on flute, with an introduction to oboe and bassoon.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 112 - Folk and Social Instruments


    Students learn basic techniques for guitar and other selected folk and social instruments, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosis of typical problems of beginning performers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 113 - Percussion Instruments


    Students learn basic drum-performing techniques and an overview of all pitched and non-pitched standard band and orchestra percussion section instruments, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosis of typical problems of beginning performers. The performance emphasis of this course is on drum set, with timpani and mallet percussion being assigned to percussion majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 114 - Single Reed Instruments


    Students learn basic breathing, embouchure, sound-production, and fingerings for standard band and orchestra woodwind instruments, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosis of typical problems of beginning performers. The performance emphasis in this course is on clarinet and saxophone.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 115 - String Instruments


    Students learn basic bowing techniques, hand positions, and fingerings for standard orchestral instruments, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosis of typical problems of beginning performers. The performance emphasis of this course is on violin and electric bass, with viola and cello being assigned to bass majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 102

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUED 320 - Music Pedagogy I - Private Lessons


    Pedagogical and practical aspects relative to teaching private lessons. Students study the components of lessons, various pedagogical approaches, the interpersonal nature of private instruction, repertoire selection, diagnosis of problems, and administrative issues that are part of both private lessons and developing and managing a studio.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MULS 212 or MULS 222 or MULS 232

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 321 - Music Pedagogy II – Improvisation


    The pedagogy of teaching improvisation to students of all ages, including an evaluation of literature available for various levels of difficulty.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 212, MULS 222 or MUSC 232




    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUED 400 - Psychology of Music Teaching & Learning


    This course covers major theories and developments associated with music cognition and child development in physical, emotional, and psychological terms; and principles supported by psychological observation and investigation that appear to possess import for the teaching/learning endeavor in music. Emphasis is placed on the application of learning theories to practical considerations of teaching, including motivation, learning sequence, student-teacher interaction, and classroom management. Developmental theories, like those of Piaget and Erikson, and current research in cognitive science, are explored with attention to selecting learning experiences in the music and art classrooms.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: LACR 102

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 401 - Music and Special Children


    This course consists of readings, discussions, guest speakers, classroom observations, and simulated teaching to help students define and examine various types of disabilities; develop a background on special education practices and laws in America; develop an appreciation of the needs of handicapped persons in general society, in education, and in music education; and guide music education students in developing goals and objectives, adapting lessons and preparing meaningful lesson plans for special students in the music classroom. Participation in class discussion — based on assigned reading, a written/verbal presentation on a specific disability, field observations, and two written examinations provide the basis for evaluating student achievement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: LACR 102

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 430 - Rehearsal Techniques - Jazz Ensemble


    Appropriate rehearsal techniques are studies along with rehearsal planning, score study and analysis, repertoire evaluation, selection, interpretation and preparation, performance aspects such as tuning, balancing, phrasing, and teaching improvisation in the rehearsal setting. Special topics include starting and building jazz programs, and jazz for younger students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 212, MULS 222 or MULS 232

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUED 431 - Basic Conducting


    An introduction to a basic repertoire of conducting patterns and gestures, providing students with a hands-on laboratory conducting experience, and giving them opportunities to utilize their music theory analytical and aural skills. Through lectures, laboratory activities, and assignments, students are introduced to the technical skills used in conducting, are provided with opportunities to explore and implement them, and develop assessment strategies to improve their conducting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: MUSC 204, MUSC 206

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUED 520 - Music Pedagogy III: Pre-K to Grade 4


    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in classroom music settings for children from pre-kindergarten through grade 4. Topics include goal setting and lesson planning, selection of age-appropriate materials and methods, and assessment of learning.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 521 - Music Pedagogy IV: Grades 5 to 8


    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in classroom music in grades 5-8. Topics include goal setting and lesson planning, selection of age-appropriate materials and methods, and assessment of learning, as well as the development of advanced skills in functional piano, and writing/arranging for classroom ensembles. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of technology (i.e., Smart Music, Yamaha MIS etc.) and social instruments in the music classroom. This is a TI:ME Level II course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUED 522 - Music Pedagogy V: Grades 9 - 12


    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in classroom music in grades 9-12. Topics include goal setting and lesson planning, selection of age-appropriate materials and methods, and assessment of learning. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of technology (i.e., Finale, etc.) in the music classroom and teaching composition and music theory at the secondary school level, as well as digital/audio recording. This is a TI:ME Level II course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUED 523 - Music Pedagogy VI Vocal/Choral


    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in vocal/choral music. Topics include voice theory, vocal production, teaching methods, and instructional materials in K-12 settings. The physiology of the voice is studied with reference to principles of choral singing. Special problems of the child and adolescent are considered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUED 530 - Alternative Ensembles


    Students develop performance and rehearsal skills in alternative ensembles for use in school such as bucket drums, hand bells, samba percussion, and steel pans. Two to three ensembles are covered in any given semester. Age-appropriate rehearsal techniques are emphasized, along with rehearsal planning, appropriate repertoire, equipment selection and maintenance, and composing and arranging for such ensembles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
  
  • MUED 531 - Conducting and Rehearsal Techniques: High School and Community Ensembles


    Continued refinement of conducting skills developed in MUED 431 Basic Conducting with application to secondary school and community- based adult performing ensembles. Appropriate rehearsal techniques are emphasized along with rehearsal planning, score study and analysis, repertoire evaluation and selection, and assessment and reflection skills. Special topics include issues related to program development and management.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 540 - Student Teaching – Elementary


    Taken in a cooperating school, the internship represents full-time employment equivalency under the mentorship of a certified music teacher. It is intended to provide the practical experience in which the intern is integrated into the program, assuming professional-level responsibilities and experiences. A university supervisor observes, advises, facilitates the relationship between mentor and intern, and assesses the student during the internship.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisites: MUED 520, MUED 521, MUED 541

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 4 cr, hrs vary

  
  • MUED 541 - Student Teaching Seminar – Elementary


    Discussion and analysis of field experiences, special workshops and field trips. Continuing development and refinement of skills in reflective practice is emphasized as well as the needs of special learners.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUED 540

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUED 542 - Student Teaching Secondary


    Taken in a cooperating school, the internship represents full-time employment equivalency under the mentorship of a certified music teacher. It is intended to provide practical experience in which the intern is integrated into the program, assuming professional-level responsibilities and experiences. A university supervisor observes, advises, facilitates the relationship between the mentor and intern, and assesses the student during the internship.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisites: MUED 522, MUED 531, MUED 543

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 4 cr, hrs vary

  
  • MUED 543 - Student Teaching Seminar: Secondary


    Discussion and analysis of field experiences, special workshops, and field trips. Continuing development and refinement of skills in reflective practice is emphasized as well as certification, job searching, career development, and instrument repair.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: MUED 542

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUED 600 - Historical Foundations of Music Education


    An intensive reading course in the history of educational thought and practices in music education in the United States from the Colonial Period to modern times. Students develop a basic understanding of the historical roots of Music Education in America and various movements, philosophies, and events that have had an impact on it. These movements and philosophies are analyzed in terms of their impact and effectiveness and why some have succeeded where others failed. An analysis of ideas and events reveal historical cycles, socio-political ramifications, and periodic reintroduction/revision of previous ideas and approaches. Current trends in American music education are analyzed though the use of historical perspective. Students also develop basic historical research and reporting skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 601 - Philosophical Foundations of Music Education


    An intensive reading course in the philosophical basis of music education. Emphasis is placed on how one’s philosophic perspective informs and molds praxis with particular application to the curriculum and instruction in school music. The course moves chronologically from the roots of philosophy in Ancient Greece to today, but most emphasis is placed on 20th and 21st century thought and movements in American education. Students develop a basic understanding of the philosophical perspectives of Music Education in America and various movements, philosophies, and events that have had an impact on it. Students become familiar with the basic schools and terminology of philosophy needed to be able to think about and discuss philosophical issues in music, education, and music education. Current trends in American music education are analyzed from a philosophical perspective. Students develop basic philosophical research and reporting skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 602 - Sociological Foundations of Music Education


    An intensive reading, research, and discussion course in the sociology of music education’s role in society. Students develop a basic understanding of the sociological functioning of music in society and how education in music should, but often does not, meet the greater society’s needs. Socialization in performing groups, group identity, and sociology of schools is studied. Current trends in US music education will be analyzed from a sociological perspective. Students will also develop basic sociological research and reporting skills.  This course may be offered on-line.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Graduate students in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 603 - Curriculum and Assessment in Music Education


    The course covers the development, writing, and evaluation of curriculum as a dynamic interactive process based on research. Students develop curriculum writing and evaluation skills through critical review of various curricula, analyses of curriculum models, and developing their own curricula. Measurement and assessment of learning, which is the crucial dynamic element in curricula, is covered in depth. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to critically analyze curricula, design curricula, and develop appropriate assessment tools for various music learning situations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • MUED 605 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations in Music Education


     

    This is an intensive course of study of the historical and philosophical foundations of music education.  This course will encapsulate both the history of music education in the United States from the Colonial period to modern times, and a philosophical emphasis on twentieth and twenty-first century thought and movements in American music education.  These movements and philosophies will be analyzed in terms of their impact and effectiveness and why some have succeeded where others failed.  An analysis and synthesis of ideas and events will reveal historical cycles, socio-political ramifications, and periodic reintroduction/revision of previous approaches.  Current trends in American music education will be analyzed from both historical and philosophical perspectives, while making evident to learners the connections of philosophical theories and theorists, and their significance through the history of music education.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Only open to graduate students in the School of Music.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • MUED 606 - Integration of Technology in Music Education


    This course provides intensive study for learning computer programs that support the music education classroom and for understanding the effective means to authentically integrate technology in K-12 music education.  This course will be based upon the seven areas of music technology developed by the Technology Institute for Music Educators (TI:ME), the National Education Technology Standards developed by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), and supported by the National Conference (MENC).  The purpse of this course is to provide tools and resources to students that will enable them to become active agents in the growth of their technological skills that are needed to support learning in 21st century classrooms.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Only open to graduate students in the School of Music.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
  
  • MUED 610 - VSM Curricular Dev. and Plan


    Course offered at Villanove Summer Music Program.  Go to www.villanova.edu/studentlife/music/summerstudies/ for course descriptions and campus information.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MM in Music Ed Only

    Credits: 2-3 cr
  
  • MUED 620 - VSM Music Skills & Techniques


    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program.  Go to www.villanova.edu/studentlife/music/summerstudies/ for course descriptions and campus information.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MM in Music Ed Only

    Credits: 2-3 cr
  
  • MUED 630 - VSM Technology in Music Ed:


    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program.  Go to www.villanova.edu/studentlife/music/summerstudies/ for course descriptions and campus information.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MM in Music Ed Only

    Credits: 2-3 cr
  
  • MUED 641 - VSM Orff Certification Level 1


    Course offered at Villanove Summer Music Program.  The Orff Certification Courses above are part of the American Orff-Schulwerk (AOSA) approved certification course program.

    Pedagogy skills for teaching basic Orff Schulwerk will be explored and discussed through the use of Music For Children, Murray Volume I and pentatonic folk song material, movement and recorder.  Level I teachers will actively learn to use speech, rhymes, poetry, playing pitched and unpitched percussion as well as singing, playing, and improvising in pentatonic for creating an active music curriculum in the school setting.  Soprano Recorder pedagogy and skills, creating student-friendly compositions in an elemental style, and models for improvisation will be developed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MM in Music Ed Only

    Credits: 3 cr

  
  • MUED 642 - VSM Orff Certification Level 2


    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program.  The Orff Certification Courses above are part of the American Orff-Schulwerk (AOSA) approved certification course program.

    Level II will be a continuation and refinement of Level I content and will explore the aspects of complex rhythms and meter, movement accompaniment, transposed pentatonic, hexatonic, and other modal melodies including: Dorian, Phrygian, Aeolian, Ionian, Lydian and Mixolydian.  Movement: form-based choreography and traditional folk dance will be used.  The alto recorder will be used throughout and the wider ranges of the soprano recorder will be explored, with an emphasis on modal repertoire and improvisation.  Music For Children Murray Volumes II & IV will be the foundation of the course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUED 641

    Credits: 3 cr

  
  • MUED 643 - VSM Orff Certification Level 3


    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program.  The Orff Certification Courses above are part of the American Orff-Schulwerk (AOSA) approved certification program.  Level III: This course will focus on pedagogy of more complex music from Music for Children Volumes III & V as well as eclectic folk music and more complex musical elements, including syncopation, meter, permutations of 16th notes, melody, theme and variation, chaconne, irregular speech/poetry and iconic notation, with an emphasis on improvisation and drama.  Recorder studies will explore a wide range of music, including Schulwerk source materials, traditional folk music, and historical and modern repertoire.  Movement classes will include a more detailed study of Laban’s movement efforts, folk dances in complex meter, and more complex choreography synthesizing all dance elements studied thus far.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUED 642

    Credits: 3 cr
  
  • MUED 780 - Thesis/Project Development: Music Ed


    The Music Education Thesis is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis.  This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses.  The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative and thoughtful presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of the Director of Music Education

    Credits: 3 cr
  
  • MUED 781 - Thesis: Music Education


    The Music Education Thesis is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education, and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis.  This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses.  The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative and thoughtful presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUED 780

    Credits: 3 cr
  
  • MUED 785 - Project: Music Education


    The Music Education Project is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education, and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis.  This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses.  The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative and thoughtful presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of the Director of Music Education

    Credits: 3 cr
  
  • MULS 111 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Formerly MU 192A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 112 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 192B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 111

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 121 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Formerly MU 191A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 122 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 191B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 121

    Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 131 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Formerly MU 193A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 132 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 193B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 131

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 211 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Formerly MU 292A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 112

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 212 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 292B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 211

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 221 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Formerly MU 291A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 122

    Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 222 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 291B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 221 Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 231 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Formerly MU 293A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 132

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 232 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 293B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 231

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 311 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Formerly MU 392A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 212

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 312 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 392B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 311

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 321 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Formerly MU 391A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 222

    Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 322 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 391B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 321 Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 331 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Formerly MU 393A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 232 Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 332 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 393B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 331

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 400 - Senior Recital


    Year-end graded public recital in the student’s major. Formerly MU 040

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 0 cr, 0 hrs
  
  • MULS 411 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Formerly MU 492A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 312

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 412 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental


    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 492B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 411

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 421 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Formerly MU 491A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 322 Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 422 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice


    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 491B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 421

    Open to Voice majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 431 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Formerly MU 493A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 332

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 432 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition


    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 493B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 431 

    Open to Composition majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MULS 641 - Applied Major Instruction – Graduate


    Private instruction in instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Formerly MU 592A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to graduate students in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MULS 642 - Applied Major Instruction – Graduate


    Private instruction in instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Formerly MU 592B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MULS 641

    Open to graduate students in the School of Music only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr

  
  • MUNM 101 - Applied Instruction Non-Majors


    Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas.  Private lessons for students who are not enrolled in the School of Music will carry an additional fee of $200.  Formerly MU 190A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 0.5 hrs
  
  • MUNM 102 - Applied Instruction Non-Majors


    Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas.  Private lessons for students who are not enrolled in the School of Music will carry an additional fee of $200.  Formerly MU 190B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 0.5 hrs
  
  • MUNM 111 - Guitar Class for Non-Majors I


    One-hour class of guitar instruction in contemporary guitar. Course covers basic technique including fingering, scales, chords, and chord melodies. Not open to music majors specializing in guitar. Formerly MU 123A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    May be taken twice for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUNM 112 - Guitar Class for Non-Majors II


    One-hour class of guitar instruction in contemporary guitar. Course covers basic technique including fingering, scales, chords, and chord melodies. Not open to music majors specializing in guitar. Formerly MU 123B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    May be taken twice for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
  
  • MUNM 113 - Drum Class for Non-Majors


    Drum set instruction in basic technique and contemporary styles including rock, jazz, and Brazilian. Not open to Music majors specializing in percussion. Formerly MU 124A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    May be taken twice for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
 

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