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ARCHIVED 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Mathematics

  
  • MATH 145 - Trigonometry


    Basic trigonometry: functions, identities, graphs, solution of equations and triangles, complex numbers; analytical trigonometry. Credit not available for both MATH 144 and MATH 145.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 130 or consent of the director of mathematics placement.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 146 - Precalculus


    Functions using equations, graphs, and numerical data; linear, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, polynomial, and rational functions; transformations, compositions, inverses, and combinations of functions; trigonometry with identities.

    Prerequisites MATH 130 or placement

    Credits 4
  
  • MATH 152 - Engineering Calculus I


    Limits, continuity, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 146, or consent of the director of mathematics placement.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 153 - Calculus I


    Limits, continuity, derivative, and integrals of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications.

    Prerequisites MATH 146 or placement

    Credits 4
  
  • MATH 170 - Applied Statistics


    Descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, probability distributions, correlation, regression, estimation, and hypothesis testing.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 190 - Mathematical Models of Population Growth


    Exponential, logistic, age-structured populations, metapopulation dynamics, viable population size, and probability of regional extinction.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 191 - Mathematics in Social Choice and Decision-Making


    This course covers topics from voting methods, weighted voting, fair division, apportionment and game theory.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 192 - Fractals: The Geometry of Nature


    Investigate basic mathematical principles behind fractals with connections to literature, art, science, and the general world.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 193 - Cryptography: The Science of Secrets


    A first-year seminar covering basic mathematical techniques, historical development, and contemporary issues related to the practice of cryptography.

    Prerequisites NoneCorequisites None

    Credits 3.0
  
  • MATH 200 - Introduction to Mathematical Problem Solving


    Introduction to problem solving strategies appropriate for K-12 mathematics teaching and learning.

    Prerequisites PREREQ:  MATH 146 or higher

    Credits (1)
  
  • MATH 221 - Number Sense for Teaching


    Numeration systems; quantitative reasoning with integers, rationals, irrationals, and reals; number theory

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 250 - Introduction to Logic and Proof


    An introduction to the principles of logic and the methods of proof necessary for the successful study of mathematics.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 140 or 153 or consent of Department Head.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 252 - Engineering Calculus II


    Integrals of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications series.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 152, or consent of the director of mathematics placement.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 253 - Engineering Calculus III


    Multivariate calculus, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, Green’s Theorem.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 252,or consent of the director of mathematics director.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 255 - Calculus II


    Derivatives and integrals of transcendental functions, techniques of integration, indeterminant forms, improper integrals, infinite series.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 153.

    Credits (4)
  
  • MATH 256 - Calculus III


    Plane curves, polar coordinates, vectors and solid analytical geometry, vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, multiple integrals.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 255.

    Credits (4)
  
  • MATH 270 - Statistical Methods I


    Descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, one-sample and two-sample hypothesis testing, chi-square inference for two-way tables, simple linear regression, multiple linear regression, analysis of variance.  Introduction to at least one statistical software package.

    Prerequisites MATH 146 or MATH 153 or placement

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 300 - Problem Solving


    Methods and techniques for problem solving in mathematics. 2 lecture hours.

    Prerequisites Math 200

    Credits (2)
  
  • MATH 301 - History of the Scientific Revolution


    A study of the role of science in Western culture from classical antiquity to the seventeenth century. (P3)

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 310 - Discrete Structures


    Graph theory: planarity, eulerian, hamiltonian, colorings, and trees. Enumeration: permutations, combinations, binomial distribution, generating functions, recurrence relations, and inclusion-exclusion.




    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 250 or permission of instructor.




    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 311 - Informal Geometry


    Points, lines, planes, constructions; axiomatic structure of geometry and the nature of proof.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 321 and 322.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 320 - Ordinary Differential Equations


    Differential equations of first order, first degree with applications; linear equations of higher order and numerical methods; special equations of second order.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 255.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 321 - Reasoning about Change, Measurement, Chance, and Data for Teaching


    Mathematics of algebraic and geometric change; measurements of two and three dimensional shapes; study of chance and probability; collecting, representing, and interpreting data.

    Prerequisites Math 221

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 340 - Introduction to Scientific Computing


    Survey mathematical software and programming languages; applications in modeling and simulation; development of algorithms that requires advanced mathematical background.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 255.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 361 - Abstract Algebra I


    Groups, rings, and fields.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 250.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 362 - Linear Algebra I


    Systems of equations, matrices, vector spaces, and linear transformations.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 250 and 153.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 370 - Probability and Statistics I


    Classical probability models, distributions of discrete and continuous random variables, joint probability distributions, mathematical expectation.

    Prerequisites MATH 255

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 373 - Theory of Interest for Actuarial Exam FM


    Topics in financial mathematics on the second exam of the Actuarial Societies: interest rates, annuities, accumulation functions, amortization schedules, present values, future values, and bonds.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 255.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 375 - Statistical Methods II


    Least squares estimates of parameters in regression models, simple linear regression, multiple linear regression, hypothesis testing and confidence intervals in linear regression models, testing of models, data analysis and appropriateness of models, time series models, moving average, regression-based and/or ARIMA models, estimation, data analysis and forecasting with time series models, forecast errors and confidence intervals.  Analysis of real data will be included.

    Prerequisites MATH 270

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 380 - Research in Mathematics


    Supervised research directed toward a topic selected in consultation with the instructor.

    Prerequisites Permission of instructor.

    Credits 1-3, R6
  
  • MATH 386 - Practicum


    Practical experience under faculty supervision for prospective teachers as teaching aides and as tutors. 5 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 255; permission of department head.

    Credits (2)
  
  • MATH 389 - Cooperative Education in Mathematics


    See Cooperative Education Program.

    Credits (1 or 3, R15)
  
  • MATH 393 - Topics in Mathematics


    Topics in Mathematics

    Prerequisites PREQ: Permission of department head.

    Credits (1-6, R6)
  
  • MATH 394 - Contest Preparation Seminar


    Solving contest problems from selected topics such as: Number Theory, Combinatorics, Geometry, Inequalities, Calculus, Polynomials, Functional Equations, etc., S/U grading.

     

    Prerequisites MATH 153

    Credits 1, R4

  
  • MATH 400 - History of Mathematics


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

    Prerequisites PREQ: 153 or 140 or permission of department head.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 411 - Foundations in Geometry


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

    Prerequisites PREQ: Junior standing or permission of department head.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 412 - Modern Geometries


    Finite geometries, transformations, motions of the Euclidean plane and three-space, similarity transformations, convexity, and other topics.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Junior standing or permission of department head.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 414 - Introduction to Secondary Mathematics Teaching Methods


    An examination of secondary mathematics curriculum and methods, strategies and techniques of using technology to support mathematics teaching and learning.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to Professional Education Sequence AND Junior standing or permission of the instructor.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 415 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School


    A survey of contemporary trends and issues in teaching mathematics at the secondary level. Methods, materials, curriculum, and other current practices are included.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to the professional education sequence; MATH 414.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 422 - Real Analysis I


    Sequences of real numbers, continuous functions, and differentiation.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 250 and 255.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 423 - Real Analysis II


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

    Prerequisites PREQ: 422.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 424 - Complex Variable Theory


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

    Prerequisites PREQ: 256.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 430 - Mathematical Modeling


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

    Prerequisites MATH 320, MATH 362, MATH 340.

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 441 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis


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

    Prerequisites 255; 340 or CS 150.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 450 - Linear Optimization


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

    Prerequisites PREQ: 255, 362.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 461 - Abstract Algebra II


    Topics from abstract algebra including quotient groups and rings, rings of polynomials and field extensions, quaternions, homomorphism theorems.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 361.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 462 - Linear Algebra II


    Topics from linear algebra including algebra of linear transformations, dual space, algebra of polynomials, determinants, eigenvalues, diagonalization, and selected applications.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 362.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 470 - Probability and Statistics II


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

    Prerequisites PREQ: 370.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MATH 471 - 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 Casualty Actuarial Society.

    Prerequisites Math 256, Math 370Corequisites Math 256

    Credits 3
  
  • MATH 479 - Capstone: Seminar


    A course requiring written papers and oral presentations by students on historical and contemporary ideas from the current mathematical literature.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 250 and senior standing or permission of instructor.




    Credits (2)
  
  • MATH 480 - Senior Thesis


    A guided undergraduate research experience with a faculty mentor.  Students will write a paper and give an oral presentation on a mathematics related topic. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites MATH 479

    Credits 1
  
  • MATH 491 - Supervised Student Teaching in Mathematics, 9-12


    MATH 491 - Supervised Student Teaching in Mathematics, 9-12

    A full-time supervised teaching experience in the discipline.



    Credits: (3)

    Corequisites EDSE 485 or EDSE 490 and ESDE 495.

    Credits (3)


Middle Grades Education

  
  • EDMG 410 - The Middle School Child and Curriculum


    Programs, methods, and materials for students in the middle grades.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 411 - Differentiated Instruction in Middle Grades Education


    Exploration of diversity with respect to ways of learning and developing strategies for differentiating instruction in grades 6-9.   

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to professional education sequence.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 415 - Language Arts Methods Grades 6-9


    Teaching methods, materials, and curriculum development in language arts, grades 6-9, with emphasis on fostering written and digital communication.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to the professional education sequence.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 416 - Science Methods Grades 6-9


    Methods for teaching science in grades 6-9.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to the professional education sequence.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 417 - Social Studies Methods Grades 6-9


    Methods, materials, and strategies for teaching social studies in grades 6-9.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to professional education sequence.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 419 - Mathematics Methods Grades 6-9


    The development of mathematical concepts: program, methods, and materials for grades 6-9.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Admission to the professional education sequence.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 420 - Responsive Assessment & Classroom Management


    The exploration of diversity with respect to classroom management and assessment, generate strategies for assessing learning, and develop plans for responsive learning communities.

    Prerequisites PREQ: EDMG 410 and  EDMG 411. Admission to the professional education sequence.

    Credits (3)
  
  • EDMG 421 - Internship Seminar for Responsive Teaching


    In this course, participants explore the dynamics of classroom management and assessment with a central focus on applying what they are learning to their internships.

    Prerequisites PREREQ:  EDMG 411, EDMG 412.  COREQ:  EDMG 421.

    Credits 2
  
  • EDMG 422 - Inclusive Education: Co-Teaching in the Middle School


    In this course, participants explore the dynamics of classroom management and assessment with a central focus on applying what they are learning to their internships.

    Prerequisites PREREQ: EDMG 411, EDMG 412  COREQ:  EDMG 420, EDMG 421

    Credits 3

Music

  
  • MUS 071 - University Chorus


    Study and performance of representative choral works; open to any student meeting eligibility requirements.  Different repertoire every semester.  Does not meet music degree requirements. 3 meetings.

    Credits (0)
  
  • MUS 072 - Concert Choir


    Audition required; public performances. Does not meet music degree requirements.  4 meetings.

    Credits (0, R8)
  
  • MUS 073 - Band


    Performance of wide variety of music in marching, symphonic, or concert band; open to any student meeting eligibility requirements. Different repertoire every semester.  Does not meet music degree requirements. 4 meetings.

    Credits (0)
  
  • MUS 074 - Orchestra


    Experience for advanced strings, wind, and percussion players; formal concerts and performances. Different repertoire every semester.  Does not meet music degree requirements.

    Credits (0)
  
  • MUS 075 - Ensemble


    Performance in vocal or instrumental ensembles.  Different repertoire every semester.  Does not meet music degree requirements.

    Credits (0)
  
  • MUS 101 - Music Appreciation


    Introduction to the materials, performing media, and fundamental principles of music in the context of the western classical tradition. (P5)

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 102 - Music in American Culture


    The role of folk, popular, and art music in American culture from 1607 to the present. (P5)

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 103 - Women and Popular Music


    This course offers a historical survey of women in American popular music from 1920 to the present. Students examine blueswomen, Tin Pan Alley musicians, radio singers, the dawn of the teenager in American culture, women in rockabilly, girl groups, folksinger/songwriters, the Summer of Love, women in the music industry, women as music critics, the womyn’s music movement, punk, new wave, and riot grrrl, confessional singers, and child performers, including Disney girls. Students learn to distinguish between different musical styles; they examine how gender and sexuality have shaped the production, marketing, and consumption of American popular music in the past ninety-five years, they come to understand how music and other cultural products (e.g., movies, fashion, magazines) have shaped our country’s history and how technology influences music’s ubiuitous presence in our lives.

     

    II. Course Aims and Objectives:

    • Aims

    We will work together to develop listening skills that will help us understand popular music in new ways. While you might be accustomed to casual listening, we will learn to listen for specific aspects of music. What instruments are being used? How does the music reflect its historical era? To what audience did the music originally appeal, and who listens to this music now?

    By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish between different styles and genres of music sung, played, and produced by women, including blues, Tin Pan Alley, girlgroup, folk-rock, and punk.  You will also be able to identify and discuss some common themes that characterize women’s experiences in the world of rock and popular music, and develop your own ideas on relationships between gender and popular music.

    Prerequisites noneCorequisites none

    Credits 3

  
  • MUS 105 - Applied Preparatory


    Applied music study with one hour of private instruction and one hour master class each week. Studio.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Audition or permission of the department head.

    Credits (2)
  
  • MUS 106 - Applied Minor


    Applied music study with one-half hour private instruction per week. Studio.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Audition or permission of the department head. 30-minute music lesson.

    Credits (1, R3)
  
  • MUS 107 - Applied Major


    Applied music with one hour of private instruction and one hour master class each week. Studio.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Audition or permission of the department head.

    Credits (2, R6)
  
  • MUS 108 - Aural Skills I: Fundamentals of Sight Singing


    Aural analysis and sight singing of intervals, scales, chords, and simple meters using solfege syllables. 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Placement exam or permission of the department head.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 118 - Music Theory I: Fundamentals


    Fundamentals of music notation: keys, modes, scales, triads, seventh chords, 2-part counterpoint, ranges and transpositions of instruments, elementary analysis and composition; basic Finale notation.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Placement exam or permission of the department head.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 148 - Piano Class I


    Basic functional keyboard skills. 2 meetings.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Music major or permission of department head.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 149 - Piano Class II


    Basic functional keyboard skills. 2 meetings.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 148.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 150 - Storytelling Through Sound


    Fundamental principles of audio emphasizing the tools and techniques involved in media production with particular attention to sound that enhances the storyline.

     

     

    Credits 3

  
  • MUS 168 - String Class


    Playing stringed instruments; basic technical problems and teaching techniques. 2 meetings.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 169 - Classroom Guitar Technique


    Basic technical problems and teaching techniques. 2 meetings.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 181 - Introduction to MIDI/Synthesis


    Survey of MIDI devices, synthesis techniques, and contemporary music technology. 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Music major or permission of instructor.

    Credits 2
  
  • MUS 182 - Computer Music Notation


    Use of the computer to prepare music scores and parts.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MUS 208, 218 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits 2
  
  • MUS 190 - First-Year Seminar


    Variable topics such as jazz, rock music, music and community, music technology, etc. See schedule of classes for topic of each section.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 191 - Integral Arts


    Exploring the integral nature of art as how we live, record our life and world, and imagine our future. Open to majors within the College of Fine and Performing Arts, others by permission of the Director of the School of Stage and Screen.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 206 - Applied Minor


    One thirty-minute private lesson per week. Studio.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 108, 118; two semesters of MUS 106.

    Credits (1, R3)
  
  • MUS 207 - Applied Major


    Applied music with one hour of private instruction and one hour master class each week. Studio.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 108, 118; successful sophomore qualifying exam or audition and permission of the department head.

    Credits (2, R6)
  
  • MUS 208 - Aural Skills II: Basic Tonal Functions


    Aural analysis and performance of basic tonal functions, modulation, simple tonal forms, simple and compound meters.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 108 and 118, placement exam, or permission of department head.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 218 - Music Theory II: Tonal Harmony


    Introduction to tonal functions: non harmonic tones, tonicization, modulation, 4-part voice leading, analysis and composition of simple forms; introduction to computer-based music engraving.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 118 and/or placement exam or permission of department head.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 248 - Piano Class III


    Continuation of keyboard skill development. 2 meetings.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 149.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 249 - Piano Class IV


    Piano proficiency completion. 2 meetings.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 248.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 258 - Diction for Singers I


    Fundamentals of the International Phonetic Alphabet and the principles utilized in a singing pronunciation of English and Italian.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 259 - Diction for Singers II


    Continuation of the International Phonetic Alphabet and the principles utilized in a singing pronunciation of German and French.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 258 or permission of instructor.

    Credits (2)
  
  • MUS 272 - Percussion Class


    Playing percussion instruments; basic technical problems and teaching techniques. 2 meetings.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 281 - Introduction to Digital Audio


    Fundamental concepts and techniques for music production using computer workstations for MIDI sequencing and manipulation of digital audio.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MUS 181 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 2
  
  • MUS 283 - Music Technology Methods


    Topics, equipment, and pedagogy of music technology in music education. 2 lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 108 and 118 or permission of instructor.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 300 - Country Music: A Cultural and Stylistic History


    A cultural and stylistic history of country music from the early 1920s to the present.

    Prerequisites noneCorequisites none

    Credits 3
  
  • MUS 301 - Music for Elementary Classroom Teachers


    Music fundamentals, elementary performance skills, and methods of integrating music into the elementary classroom.

    Credits (1)
  
  • MUS 302 - History of Rock Music


    Exploration of rock music as a rebellious cultural art form influenced by race and ethnic relations, politics, culture, technology and globalization. P5

    Credits 3
  
  • MUS 303 - The World of Music


    Musical traditions of various world cultures in their social contexts. (P6)

    Prerequisites PREQ: Junior-level status.

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 304 - Jazz Appreciation


    Introduction to the materials, performing media, fundamental principles, and performers of American jazz in a social and historical context. (P5)

    Credits (3)
  
  • MUS 305 - Junior Recital


    Public performance. May be scheduled after hearing committee approval and completion of junior-qualifying examination.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Junior-level qualifying examination.

    Credits (1)
 

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