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ARCHIVED 2010-2011 Graduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2010-2011 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Graduate Courses


 

Master of Business Administration

  
  • MBA 610 - Managing Organizations


    The human resource implications of managing organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Preq: MBA 601, MBA 602, MBA 603, MBA 604

    Credits: 3
  
  • MBA 611 - Financial Valuations


    Managing the CEO Suite II: Valuing companies, projects, capital expenditures, and cash flows.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Preq: MBA 601, MBA 602, MBA 603, MBA 604 MBA 607, MBA 608

    Credits: 3
  
  • MBA 612 - Leadership and Judgment


    Managing the CEO Suite: Effective Leadership Practices

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prcq: MBA 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608

    Credits: 3
  
  • MBA 620 - Small Business Consulting


    Consulting with business clients of the Small Business and Technology Development Center.  Includes participation in graduate student competitions when available.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the MBA Director and the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MBA 683 - MBA Internship


    A full-time work situation providing in-depth experience in management practices.  S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the MBA Director.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MBA 695 - MBA Seminar


    Exposure to significant business issues in contemporary society from the perspective of influential practitioners and thought leaders.  S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the MBA Director.

    Credits: 3

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 500 - History of Mathematics


    Development of mathematics from a historical perspective. Topics include elementary number theory, probability, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 507 - Survey of Algebra


    Topics from theory of equations, linear algebra, and modern algebra.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 508 - Survey of Analysis


    Review of differential and integral calculus; selected topics from advanced calculus to include the Riemann integral and the fundamental theorem.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 511 - Foundations in Geometry


    Axiomatic approach to the study and development of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 512 - Modern Geometry


    Geometries, to include finite geometries; transformational geometry and convexity in Euclidean space.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 522 - Real Analysis


    Sequences of real numbers, continuous functions, and differentiation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 523 - Advanced Calculus II


    Differentiation, including L’Hospital’s rule and Taylor’s theorem; integration theory, other classical topics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 524 - Complex Variable Theory


    The complex number system, limits, continuity, derivatives, transcendental, and multivalued functions, and integration.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 530 - Mathematical Modeling


    Topics including design of models, analysis of stability and sensitivity, optimization, programming, forecasting, differential equation models, diffusion, or wave propagation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 541 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis


    Numerical techniques in root-finding, interpolation, differentiation and integration, ordinary differential equations, linear systems, and error analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CS 150 or CS 340 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 550 - Linear Optimization


    Formulation and solution of linear programming models; development of simplex method; duality theory; sensitivity analysis; software; and applications.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 561 - Abstract Algebra


    Group theory through the homomorphism theorems; rings and fields through their homomorphism theorems.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 562 - Linear Algebra


    Linear transformations; polynomials and determinant theories; canonical forms; inner product spaces.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 570 - Statistical Theory II


    Point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing, decision theory, likelihood ratio and sequential testing, correlation, and regression.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 370 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 571 - Problem Solving for Actuarial Exam P


    Advanced problem solving by means of extensive review and practice.  Preparing students for Exam P of the Society of Actuaries and the Casuality Actuarial Society.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 589 - Cooperative Education in Mathematics


    An elective in addition to existing program requirements. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Minimum of 9 hours of mathematics at the 600 level with at least a B average, approval of department head, advisor, and cooperative education coordinator.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MATH 593 - Topics in Mathematics


    Topics in Mathematics

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-6, R6
  
  • MATH 601 - Modern Mathematics for Teachers I


    Natural numbers, whole numbers, integers, rational and irrational numbers; for middle grades teachers.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 602 - Modern Mathematics for Teachers II


    Topics from probability and statistics to include permutations, combinations, and distribution.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 603 - Modern Mathematics for Teachers III


    Geometric concepts of proof, congruence, similarity, and geometric equalities and inequalities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 609 - Research in Mathematics Education (9-16)


    Advanced methods and topics in 9-16 mathematics based on readings in mathematics education research.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 610 - Teaching Mathematics with Technology


    Organizing instruction for appropriate use of a variety of technologies for teaching mathematics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 622 - Introduction to Functional Analysis


    Point-set Topology, metric spaces,Cauchy sequences, complete spaces, real vector spaces, linear transformations and duals, normed spaces, Banach spaces, Hilbert spaces, 1p-spaces. 

     


    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 623 - Advanced Analysis


    Selected topics in analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 622.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 624 - Complex Analysis


    Holomorphic and elementary functions; power series, integration, and representation theorems; the calculus of residues.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 632 - Methods of Applied Mathematics


    Special functions; calculus of variations; integral equations.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 634 - Partial Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems


    Classification, characteristics, eigenfunctions, Green’s function, maximum principle.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 640 - Numerical Analysis


    Numerical techniques in approximation theory, linear and nonlinear systems, and either differential equations or optimization. Convergence and stability issues will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 541 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 650 - Nonlinear Optimization


    The course will explore the fundamentals of nonlinear optimization.  Focus will be on theory, algorithms, and applications in unconstrained and constrained nonlinear optimization.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 660 - Algebra


    Theory of groups, rings, and fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 561.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 661 - Algebraic Coding Theory


    Introduction to coding theory using algebraic techniques.  Topics include group/linear codes: polynomial, Hamming, BCH, quadratic residue codes, and nonlinear codes such as Hadamard  codes.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 662 - Matrix Analysis


    Vector spaces over arbitrary fields; matrices and linear systems; equivalence; vector spaces; linear transformations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; canonical form.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 670 - Nonparametric Statistics


    Non-parametric tests; the rationale underlying the tests; examples of application of the tests in behavioral research; comparison of the tests with their parametric equivalents.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 672 - Design of Experiments


    The role and principles of design of experiments. Analysis of variance and design concepts. Blocked, Latin Squares, Factorial, Split-Plot, and Nested Design. Regressions models.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 674 - Applied Linear Regression


    Topics in multiple linear regression; estimation of model parameters, statistical inferences, diagnostics for model assumptions, methods to determine the best model, exposure to SAS.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 679 - Master’s Project Course


    Non-thesis option only. Successful completion includes a presentation of the master’s project to the student’s advisory committee and acceptance of the paper by the committee. S/U grading.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MATH 693 - Topics in Mathematics


    Topics in Mathematics

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-6, R6
  
  • MATH 694 - Topics in Mathematics Education


             

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor. S/U Grading.

    Credits: 1-6, R6
  
  • MATH 699 - Thesis


    Thesis

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MATH 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • MATH 799 - Continuing Research—Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Student must be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 2, R24

Middle Grades Education

  
  • EDMG 510 - Middle School Curriculum and Instruction


    Advanced development of programs, methods, and curriculum for the middle grades.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDMG 588 - Internship I for Middle Grades


    Internship I course of 2 days per week in a middle grades classroom.

    Credits: 2, R4
  
  • EDMG 589 - Internship in Middle Grades


    One semester of supervised full-time internship in a middle grades public classroom.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: EDMG 587.

    Credits: 6
  
  • EDMG 621 - Issues and Trends in Middle Grades Education


    Explores principles and relationships and assesses current issues and trends in middle grades education.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 622 - Teaching–Learning Strategies for the Middle Grades


    Presents theories, methods, grouping for middle grades; includes individualizing, units, instructional technique, and methods.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDMG 623 - Teaching Writing in the Middle Grades


    Assist teachers in developing writing workshops for middle grades students. Emphasis will be on learning about the recursive steps of the writing process.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDMG 680 - Research in the Middle Grades: Proposal


    Development of a research proposal for investigation of practices related to middle level education.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 621 and 622.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 681 - Research for the Middle Grades: Project


    Implementation of a study for the investigation of practices related to middle level education.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 621, 622, and 680.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 682 - Trends and Issues in Middle Grades Education: The Professional Portfolio


    Current issues in middle grades education to include the development of a professional portfolio.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • ELMG 580 - Independent Study


    This course is for elementary and middle grades students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the department head.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • ELMG 680 - Independent Study


    This course is available to elementary and middle grades students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the department head.

    Credits: (3)

Music

  
  • MUS 503 - Marching Band Techniques


    Marching Band Techniques

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 511 - Advanced Vocal Pedagogy


    Advanced study of teaching methodology, physiology, and anatomy of voice.  Emphasis on a variety of styles, techniques, research, technology, and practical teaching experiences.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 512 - Teaching in the Private Studio


    Practical, ethical and legal aspects of establishing a private music studio, including evaluation of appropriate pedagogical approaches and materials for individual instruction.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 513 - Studies in Improvisation


    Study of significant styles of improvisation through listening, analysis, and performance.  Additional credit may be earned at an advanced level or in a different style.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 515 - Applied Concert Literature


    A survey of major concert literature with an emphasis on stylistically appropriate performances.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ:  Approval of the instructor.

    Credits: 1,R4
  
  • MUS 520 - Studies in Music Literature


    Historical and theoretical study of various forms of music literature. Only 3 hours may be counted as part of the graduate core curriculum.

    Credits: 3, R9
  
  • MUS 521 - Studies in Musical Analysis


    Survey of one or more topics or analytical approaches with direct application of their terms and concepts to relevant musical repertoire.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Successful completion of entrance exam in music theory or completed remediation.

    Credits: 3, R9
  
  • MUS 525 - Twentieth-Century Music


    Historical and theoretical issues in twentieth-century music.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 528 - Choral Conducting


    Study and application of gesture communication and analysis to choral conducting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ:  MAT students or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 529 - Instrumental Conducting


    Application of techniques and analysis to instrumental conducting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ:  MAT students or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 569 - Music in Motion Pictures


    The study of music composed for motion pictures, including process and procedures, selected biographies, representative films, and a brief chronology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 592 - Orff-Schulwerk Level I


    A study of basic Orff-Schulwerk techniques.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 593 - Topics in Music


    Issues in music performance, education, or the music business. Only 6 credit hours may be counted toward any graduate degree course requirements.

    Credits: 1-3, R12
  
  • MUS 597 - Seminar in Piano Pedagogy


    2 Lab.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 598 - Seminar in Accompanying


    2 Lab.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 601 - Writing About Music


    Writing workshop focusing on styles and techniques appropriate to the discussion of music in various contexts. 2 Lab.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 605 - Graduate Recital


    Public performance. Date and repertoire must be approved by student’s advisory committee.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    COREQ: 612.

    Credits: 1, R2
  
  • MUS 611 - Applied Minor


    One half-hour lesson per week in minor performance area.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 612 - Applied Major


    Two half-hour lessons per week in major performance area.

    Credits: 2, R8
  
  • MUS 613 - Applied Major


    Three half-hour lessons per week in major performance area.

    Credits: 3, R9
  
  • MUS 614 - Applied Conducting


    One half-hour lesson per week in choral or instrumental conducting.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 615 - Applied Composition


    Two half-hour lessons per week in composition.

    Credits: 2, R8
  
  • MUS 621 - History of Musical Theory


    The historical development of music theory as a language for scholarly discussion of music.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 622 - Influences of Folk Traditions on Western Art Music


    Historical and theoretical perspectives on the incorporation of “foreign” or “folk” influences into the Western art music tradition.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 640 - Seminar in Music Pedagogy


    Techniques and materials of teaching for voice and instruments. Only 3 semester hours may be applied toward major area requirements for the M.M. in music.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MUS 641 - Pedagogy of Music Theory


    Philosophies and methods of teaching basic music theory, focusing on tonal harmony and its application to student performance skills.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 650 - Advanced Flute Repair


    4 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: MUS 593, Special Topics: instrument repair; permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 2, R8
  
  • MUS 671 - Chorus


    Study and performance of representative choral works; open to any graduate student regardless of degree program.  Three hours of rehearsal per week.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 672 - Concert Choir


    Audition required; public performances.  Four hours of rehearsal per week.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 673 - Band


    Performance of a wide variety of music in marching,symphonic, or concert band; open to any student meeting eligibility requirements.  3-6 hours of rehearsal per week.

    Credits: 1-2, R6
  
  • MUS 674 - Orchestra


    Performance in an orchestral ensemble; open to any student meeting eligibility requirements.  3-6 hours of rehearsal per week.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 675 - Small Ensemble


    Participation in any small ensemble to expand knowledge of literature and performance.




    Credits: 1, R6
  
  • MUS 677 - Capstone Project


    Guided study of an original research or creative project, or lecture/recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: approval of student’s graduate committee.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 679 - Lecture/Recital


    Requirements determined by the student’s advisory committee.




    Credits: 1, R2
  
  • MUS 680 - Independent Study


    Independent Study

    Credits: 1, R6
  
  • MUS 693 - Orff-Schulwerk Level II


    A study of intermediate-level Orff-Schulwerk techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 592.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 694 - Orff-Schulwerk Level III


    A study of advanced-level Orff-Schulwerk techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 693.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 695 - Music Education Seminar


    Music curriculum within the general education framework; current philosophies and trends.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 699 - Thesis


    Requirements determined by the student’s advisory committee. Only 3 semester hours may be counted toward degree requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • MUS 799 - Continuing Research—Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Student must be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 2, R24
 

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