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2008-2010 Undergraduate Catalog

2008-2010 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Mathematics
	MTH 132 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry II 1 semester,3 Credits(Mathematics Core) This course is required for all mathematics, EPS, and chemistry & biochemistry majors. A continuation of MTH 131.The main topics are integration, sequences, and series, and applications of integration. Not open to students with credit in MTH 110. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 215 - Linear Algebra 1 semester,3 Credits A systematic study of the basic concepts of linear algebra. Topics include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, finite dimensional vector spaces, linear transformation, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and diagonalization. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 217 - Introduction to Statistics 1 semester,3 Credits An introductory course for the student interested in applications of statistical methods. Topics include probability, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, variance analysis, correlation, and regression. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 223 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry III 1 semester,3 Credits(Mathematics Core) This course is required for all mathematics, EPS, and chemistry majors, and is recommended for biochemistry majors. A continuation of MTH 132.The main topic is multi variable calculus.Prerequisite: MTH 132. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 301 - Foundations of Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits This course is designed to aid the student in the transition from calculus to the study of advanced courses in mathematics. Topics in logic, set theory, relations, functions, cardinality, and algebra will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the rigorous deductive process pervasive in the study of mathematics.Prerequisite: Calculus or permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 302 - Topics in Mathematical Logic 1 semester,3 Credits An introduction to aspects of logic appropriate to both the mathematics and computer science student. Topics in propositional and predicate logic, formal theories, computability, and meta mathematics will be discussed.Prerequisite: Calculus or permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 304 - Differential Equations 1 semester,3 Credits Theory of linear differential equations and methods of solution, including series and transforms.Prerequisite: MTH 223. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 307 - Combinatorial Theory 1 semester,3 Credits An introduction into the basic techniques of combinatorial mathematics including fundamental enumeration principles and algebraic counting techniques. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 309 - Geometry 1 semester,3 Credits This course aims to familiarize the student with the principles of deductive reasoning through geometry. Topics include a review of the basic concepts encountered in Euclidean geometry and an historical development of non-Euclidean geometry. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 315 - Abstract Algebra I 1 semester,3 Credits Topics include: basic properties of groups, Cayley tables, finite and infinite groups, abelian and non-abelian groups, subgroups, cyclic groups, symmetric and dihedral groups, matrix groups, group isomorphisms, group homomorphisms, Lagrange’s theorem, normal subgroups and factor groups, the First Isomorphism Theorem, direct products.Prerequisites: MTH 215 and 301. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 316 - Abstract Algebra II 1 semester,3 Credits Topics include: properties of rings, integral domains, rings with non-zero characteristic, ring homeomorphisms, polynomial rings, ideals, principal ideal domains, prime and maximal ideals, factor rings, factoring polynomials, unique factorization domains, Euclidean domains, introduction to field extensions and finite fields.Prerequisite: MTH 315. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 317 - Number Theory 1 semester,3 Credits An investigation into the basic properties of the integers. Topics include sums of squares, divisibility, the Chinese remainder theorem, and quadratic reciprocity law. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 323 - Real Analysis I 1 semester,3 Credits Axioms for the real numbers, topology of the real numbers, Heine-Borel theorem, Bolzano-Weierstrass theorem, continuous and uniformly continuous functions, extreme and intermediate value theorems, differentiable functions, mean value theorem, Taylor’s theorem.Prerequisite: MTH 110, MTH 132, or MTH 223 and MTH 301. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 324 - Real Analysis II 1 semester,3 Credits A continuation of MTH 323. Riemann integral, fundamental theorem of calculus, sequences and series of functions, topology of Euclidean space, differentiation and integration in Euclidean space, inverse function theorem.Prerequisite: MTH 323. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 331 - Graph Theory 1 semester,3 Credits An introduction into the fundamental techniques and basic concepts of graph theory. Topics include enumeration, connectivity, color ability, traversability, and external problems. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 390 - Independent Study in Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits An area of mathematics that is of interest to the student is pursued under the direction of a faculty member.Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 391 - Independent Study in Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits An area of mathematics that is of interest to the student is pursued under the direction of a faculty member.Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 395 - Research 1 semester,3 Credits In this course, the student has the opportunity to investigate in detail an area or topic in mathematics. Both the topic and instructor(s) should be selected by the student.Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor(s) whose guidance is sought. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 396 - Research 1 semester,3 Credits In this course, the student has the opportunity to investigate in detail an area or topic in mathematics. Both the topic and instructor(s) should be selected by the student.Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor(s) whose guidance is sought. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 409 - Introduction to General Topology 1 semester,3 Credits The axiom of Choice and its equivalences, metric and topological spaces, compactness, connectedness, separation, continuous maps and their invariants, the structure of C(X,R), the Stone-Cech Compactification, and the Stone-Weierstrass Approximation theorems.Prerequisites: MTH 324 and permission of the instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 410 - Introduction to Functions of a Complex Variable 1 semester,3 Credits The structure of the complex field, differentiation, the line integral and its applications, series, and conformal mappings are studied.Prerequisites: MTH 223 and permission of the instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 417 - Topics in Applied Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits Selected topics in advanced calculus and applied mathematics, including topics in partical differential equation, Fourier series, probability, and numerical methods.Prerequisite: MTH 223. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 423 - Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics I 1 semester,3 Credits An introduction to probability theory. Includes a discussion of probabilistic models, tools for counting sample points, and conditional probability. Random variables are introduced and various probability distributions and their moments are discussed. Also includes a discussion of sampling distributions of sample mean and sample variance and Central Limit Theorem.Prerequisite: MTH 223. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 424 - Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics II 1 semester,3 Credits An introduction to probability theory and mathematical statistics. Includes a discussion of various probability distributions and their moments, limit theorems, classical and Bayesian inference and estimation, regression, correlation, and non-parametric methods. An introduction to mathematical statistics. Main topics are point and confidence interval estimation of population parameters, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, linear models and estimation by least squares. In addition, some nonparametric methods are introduced.Prerequisite: MTH 423 Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 435 - History of Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits An introduction to the history of mathematics, beginning with the origin of mathematics in the great civilizations of antiquity and continuing thru 17th century Europe.Prerequisite: One year of calculus. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 440 - Numerical Analysis I 1 semester,3 Credits Applications of the digital computer to solutions of problems. Topics included are solutions to non-linear equations, polynomial interpolation and approximation, numerical differentiation and integration, and curve fitting.Same as CSC 440.Prerequisite: MTH 110 or 132. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 450 - Internship 1 semester,3 Credits Prerequisite: Permission of chairperson required. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 490 - Independent Study in Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits An area of mathematics that is of interest to the student is pursued under the direction of a faculty member. This work will either be a continuation of MTH 390-391 or will assume a prerequisite of a mathematics course at the 300 or higher level.Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 491 - Independent Study in Mathematics 1 semester,3 Credits An area of mathematics that is of interest to the student is pursued under the direction of a faculty member. This work will either be a continuation of MTH 390-391 or will assume a prerequisite of a mathematics course at the 300 or higher level.Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 495 - Research 1 semester,3 Credits A continuation of MTH 395-396. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MTH 496 - Research 1 semester,3 Credits A continuation of MTH 395-396. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
Military Science
	MIL 101 - Fundamentals of Leadership I with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits Introduces students to fundamental components of service as an officer in the U.S. Army. These initial lessons form the building blocks of progressive lessons in values, fitness, leadership, and officership. Additionally, the course addresses “life skills,” including fitness, communications theory and practice (written and oral), and interpersonal relationships. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 102 - Fundamentals of Leadership II with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits Builds upon the fundamentals introduced in the previous course by focusing on leadership theory and decision making “Life skills” lessons in this course include problem solving, critical thinking, leadership theory, follower ship, group interaction, goal setting, and feedback mechanisms.Prerequisite: MIL 101. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 201 - Principles of Military Leadership I with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits Contains the principal leadership instruction of the Basic Program. Building upon the fundamentals introduced in the MIL 101-102 courses, this instruction delves into several aspects of communication and leadership theory. Virtually the entire semester teaches critical “life skills,” and the integration of practical exercises is significantly increased to facilitate comprehension. The course culminates with a major leadership and problem-solving case study.Prerequisite: MIL 102. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 202 - American Military History 1 semester,3 Credits Using lecture and small group discussions, this course is a survey of the American military experience from the Colonial wars to Desert Storm. The instruction analyzes the policies, strategies, and tactics of three centuries of military history. These events are analyzed using the conventional discipline of historical methodology and the classical norms of the principles of warfare.Same as HIS 202.Prerequisite: MIL 201. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 203 - Principles of Military Leadership II with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits The final semester of the Basic Program focuses principally on officership and examination of the unique purpose, roles, and obligations of commissioned officers. Includes a review of the origin of our institutional values and their practical application. The Capstone Case Study in Officership analyzes the Army’s successes and failures as it evolved from the Vietnam War to present.Prerequisite: MIL 202. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 301 - Small Unit Leadership I with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits Intended to build leadership and facilitate the cadet’s initial demonstration of individual leadership potential at the Leadership Development and Assessment Course. Leadership positions during labs and small unit operations, and instruction in the principles of war provide the necessary knowledge base to address motivational theory and techniques, the role and actions of leaders, and risk assessment.Prerequisite: MIL 203. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 302 - Small Unit Leadership II with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits Focuses on doctrinal leadership and tactical operations at the small-unit level. It includes opportunities to plan, resource, and conduct individual and collective training while adhering to U.S. Army doctrinal concepts to gain leadership and tactical experience. Synthesizes the components of training, leadership, and team-building, ensuring cadets possess confidence and competence of leadership in a small-unit setting.Prerequisite: MIL 301. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 401 - Leadership and Management I with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits Concentrates on leadership, management, and ethics and begins the final transition from cadet to lieutenant. The course focuses cadets on attaining knowledge and proficiency in several critical areas they will need to operate effectively as Army officers. These areas include: coordinating activities with staffs, counseling theory, and practice within the “Army context,” training management, and ethics.Prerequisite: MIL 302. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MIL 402 - Leadership and Management II with Lab 1 semester,3 Credits The final semester focuses on completing the transition from cadet to lieutenant. Begins with a foundation in the legal aspects of decision-making and leadership. The next module introduces how the Army organizes for operations from the tactical to strategic level. The capstone exercise requires cadets to apply their knowledge to solve problems commonly faced by junior officers.Prerequisite: MIL 401. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
Music
	MSC 101 - Basic Concepts of Music 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) This course is intended for those students with little or no musical background. Students will be introduced to note reading, pitch, rhythm, scales, musical notation, and harmony. Musical form and style from the 17th to 20th centuries will also be addressed. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 106 - Recital Attendance 1 semester,P/F P/F All music majors are expected to attend recitals and concerts offered by the music department. The music faculty will determine and designate the number of events to meet the expectations of the requirement. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 150 - Piano I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 151 - Jazz Piano I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 152 - Organ I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 153 - Harpsichord 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 154 - Voice I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 155 - Violin I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 156 - Viola I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 157 - Cello I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 158 - String Bass I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 159 - Flute I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 160 - Oboe I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 161 - Clarinet I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 162 - Bassoon I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 163 - Saxophone I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 164 - Trumpet I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 165 - Trombone I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 166 - French Horn I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 167 - Baritone I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 168 - Tuba I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 169 - Percussion I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 170 - Classical Guitar I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 171 - Folk Guitar I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 172 - Electric Guitar I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 173 - Electric Bass I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 175 - Composition I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 176 - Harp I 1 semester,1/2 Credit This is a private lesson open to all interested students; instructors teach once a week on a one-to-one basis. This lesson does not count as a fifth course. There is an additional fee for this lesson.Students must register in the music department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 201 - Theory I 1 semester,3 Credits The study of the theory of music: triads, major, minor keys, scales, clefs, modes, intervals, fundamentals of harmony, basic concepts of form, melody, and rhythm. MSC 201L is required with this coursePrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Previous background required (note reading and study of instrument or voice). Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 201L - Theory I Lab 1 semester,1 Credit This is an aural skills program whereby students learn in systematic fashion to correlate sounds and musical notation. Aural awareness is built through a series of exercises that develop the ability to sing melody and rhythm at sight, and to notate them correctly. Recognition and notation of harmonic intervals and progressions are also developed. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 202 - Theory II 1 semester,3 Credits Continuation of Theory I, this course deals in depth with the application of four-part harmonic writing, analyzing musical excerpts, and the study and application of non harmonic tones. MSC 202L is required with this course.Prerequisite: MSC 201 or permission of instructor. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 202L - Theory II Lab 1 semester,1 Credit This ear-training program further develops sight-singing and dictation skills. This lab is required with MSC 202, Theory II. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 206 - Piano Class I 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) no training. This class will include the elements of music, fundamental skills of sight reading, piano technique, and keyboard harmony. Pieces assigned will provide experience with a wide range of piano literature – Baroque through 20th century. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 207 - Voice Class 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) Designed for the student to begin the development of basic vocal technique through class ensemble and solo singing. Repertoire will be chosen from a broad spectrum of styles and periods. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 208 - Lyric Diction for Singers 1 semester,3 Credits This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of accurate and idiomatic pronunciation in the French, German, and Italian languages, with emphasis on classic lyric (sung) diction. Students learn to read and write in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and learn the process of analyzing and transcribing foreign pronunciation using the IPA. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 210 - Music Appreciation 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) Open to all non-music majors, this course has as its main objective the training of students in intelligent listening and seeks to acquaint them with a variety of musical works. Listening, selected readings, live performance, and discussion will form a part of the course. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 214 - Music of the Middle Ages and Renaissance 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) A study of the historical and cultural background of Medieval and Renaissance music, both sacred and secular, with special attention given to the forms which developed during these periods. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 215 - Music of the Baroque Era 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) A study of the origins and development of Baroque music and its culmination in the works of the masters of the late Baroque. Emphasis will be placed on the developing instrumental genres as well as on the rise of opera and other vocal forms. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 216 - Music of the Classical Era 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) A study of the development of the music of the Classical period within the context of the late 18th century European society. Special emphasis will be on the lives and the works of Haydn, Mozart, early Beethoven, and on the development of the sonata, symphony, the opera, and the concerto. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 217 - Music of the Romantic Era 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) A study of the development of Romantic literature from Beethoven through Wagner and post-Romantic. Attention will focus on symphonic forms, piano, vocal literature, opera, music, drama, and the expression of nationalism through music. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 218 - Music in the Twentieth Century 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) This course is a study of 20th-century art music, tracing its roots in post-Romanticism and Impressionism and its development throughout the century. Emphasis is given to important composers, including Stravinsky, Bartok, Schoenberg, Copland, Cage, and Varese, as well as major musical trends, primitivism, nationalism, neoclassicism, neo-romanticism, serialism, electronic music, and aleatoric approaches. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 220 - Beethoven 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) Beethoven’s biographical data, letters, conversation notebooks as well as his responses to and relationships with Napoleon, Schiller, Goethe, patrons, friends, musical colleagues, and nephew are studied. Representative musical works and the societal and historical forces that affected and influenced the development of his musical style are also explored. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 223 - Music in the Theater 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) An examination of the relationship between music and drama. Consideration will be given to the historic aspects of this relationship as well as to specific works in the realm of opera, operetta, and the American musical. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 224 - Women and Music 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) This course will focus on the musical education of women and their involvement in music from the Middle Ages through the present time. The variety of music careers, including composing, performing, and teaching, will be emphasized.Same as WMS 224. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 225 - Music and Society 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) An examination of the sociological aspects of music, affirming the position that music is an integral part of the history of ideas and of the general culture of its time. The course will survey similarities and differences of various cultures. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 226 - Music in the United States 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) A study of the history of American music from the Colonial period to the present, with special attention given to the interaction between music and society. Analytical listening and comparison will form an important part of the course.Same as AMS 226. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 227 - History of Jazz 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) A study of the history of jazz from African music to contemporary trends and more popular forms. Emphasis will be placed on styles and performers. Analytical listening will be required.Same as AMS 227 and BLS 227. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 229 - Survey of Popular Music 1 semester,3 Credits(Fine Arts Core) Historical survey covering the most important popular styles of music beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to the present—blues, American rock and roll, pop, disco, and heavy metal, among other important genres. There also will be units on composers and/or performers. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 230 - Introduction to Music Education 1 semester,3 Credits This course examines the historical, general principles, and current trends of music education. Students are familiarized with the National Standards in the Arts as well as the Rhode Island Teachers Standards. Skills associated with multiculturalism, interdisciplinary formats, and technology in the classroom are addressed. Lessons are designed and presented, and classroom observations in the schools are required. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 250 - Piano II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 251 - Jazz Piano II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 252 - Organ II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 253 - Harpsichord II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 254 - Voice II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 255 - Violin II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 256 - Viola II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 257 - Cello II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 258 - String Bass II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 259 - Flute II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings
	MSC 260 - Oboe II 1 semester,1/2 Credit For freshman/sophomore music majors and music minors. This is the introductory level of private instruction offering a more concentrated, thorough, and technical approach to the students chosen instrument. There is an additional fee for these lessons.Students must register in the music department.Prerequisite: Permission of department. Click here for the Semester Course Offerings

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MTH 132 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry II

MTH 215 - Linear Algebra

MTH 217 - Introduction to Statistics

MTH 223 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry III

MTH 301 - Foundations of Mathematics

MTH 302 - Topics in Mathematical Logic

MTH 304 - Differential Equations

MTH 307 - Combinatorial Theory

MTH 309 - Geometry

MTH 315 - Abstract Algebra I

MTH 316 - Abstract Algebra II

MTH 317 - Number Theory

MTH 323 - Real Analysis I

MTH 324 - Real Analysis II

MTH 331 - Graph Theory

MTH 390 - Independent Study in Mathematics

MTH 391 - Independent Study in Mathematics

MTH 395 - Research

MTH 396 - Research

MTH 409 - Introduction to General Topology

MTH 410 - Introduction to Functions of a Complex Variable

MTH 417 - Topics in Applied Mathematics

MTH 423 - Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics I

MTH 424 - Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics II

MTH 435 - History of Mathematics

MTH 440 - Numerical Analysis I

MTH 450 - Internship

MTH 490 - Independent Study in Mathematics

MTH 491 - Independent Study in Mathematics

MTH 495 - Research

MTH 496 - Research

MIL 101 - Fundamentals of Leadership I with Lab

MIL 102 - Fundamentals of Leadership II with Lab

MIL 201 - Principles of Military Leadership I with Lab

MIL 202 - American Military History

MIL 203 - Principles of Military Leadership II with Lab

MIL 301 - Small Unit Leadership I with Lab

MIL 302 - Small Unit Leadership II with Lab

MIL 401 - Leadership and Management I with Lab

MIL 402 - Leadership and Management II with Lab

MSC 101 - Basic Concepts of Music

MSC 106 - Recital Attendance

MSC 150 - Piano I

MSC 151 - Jazz Piano I

MSC 152 - Organ I

MSC 153 - Harpsichord

MSC 154 - Voice I

MSC 155 - Violin I

MSC 156 - Viola I

MSC 157 - Cello I

MSC 158 - String Bass I

MSC 159 - Flute I

MSC 160 - Oboe I

MSC 161 - Clarinet I

MSC 162 - Bassoon I

MSC 163 - Saxophone I

MSC 164 - Trumpet I

MSC 165 - Trombone I

MSC 166 - French Horn I

MSC 167 - Baritone I

MSC 168 - Tuba I

MSC 169 - Percussion I

MSC 170 - Classical Guitar I

MSC 171 - Folk Guitar I

MSC 172 - Electric Guitar I

MSC 173 - Electric Bass I

MSC 175 - Composition I

MSC 176 - Harp I

MSC 201 - Theory I

MSC 201L - Theory I Lab

MSC 202 - Theory II

MSC 202L - Theory II Lab

MSC 206 - Piano Class I

MSC 207 - Voice Class

MSC 208 - Lyric Diction for Singers

MSC 210 - Music Appreciation

MSC 214 - Music of the Middle Ages and Renaissance

MSC 215 - Music of the Baroque Era

MSC 216 - Music of the Classical Era