May 16, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2021-2022 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Catalog


Graduate courses at Appalachian are numbered 5000 and above. 5000 is master’s level; 6000 is specialist level; 7000 is doctoral level. Courses numbered below 5000 may not count toward the minimum hours required for a graduate degree or certificate program of study.

Courses for Continued Enrollment

Courses numbered 5989/7989 courses are intended for continued enrollment purposes only and do not count toward the minimum hours required for a graduate degree or certificate program of study. All other courses described in this bulletin (except courses numbered 5989 and 7989) are courses that count as a required or elective course on a program of study for at least one graduate degree.

Cross-listed Courses

Several courses are shared across two or more disciplines or departments, and as such are cross listed under multiple prefixes. Students may only count one version of such a course on a program of study. These cross-listed courses are indicated with a notation in (parentheses) at the end of the course description.

Dual-listed Courses

Dual-listed courses are classes approved to be taught concurrently at the 4000/5000 levels and by the same instructor, either (1) meeting at the same time and in the same classroom, or (2) in the same online setting. Graduate students who are enrolled in a dual-listed course can expect advanced academic content and more rigorous assignments appropriate for graduate-level courses. A separate graduate syllabus will clearly state the learning outcomes and different assessments for graduate students in the course. Undergraduate participation in these courses is restricted to seniors. Juniors may petition the department for permission to enroll in these courses.

No more than 12 semester hours of dual-listed courses may be included in a student’s program of study. Dual-listed courses are noted in the course descriptions as follows: “[Dual-listed with XXX 4xxx.]”

 

Master of Business Administration

Additional offerings for the Master of Business Administration Program include courses in Business (BUS)

  
  • MBA 5500 - Independent Study (1-6)


    When Offered: On Demand
  
  • MBA 5530-5549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: On Demand
  
  • MBA 5600 - Managerial Finance (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    This course provides an in-depth study of the financial functions of a business. Financial theory and techniques for financial decisions are presented. Students are expected to use financial models and/or methods in solving problems. Students will receive exposure to advanced financial management material including financial analysis, capital budgeting, cash flow analysis, capital structure, risk and return valuation.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MBA 5660 - Web Analytics, Data Privacy and Security (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course covers Internet technologies and tools that allow for the collection of consumer data including social networks, perform clickstream analysis, and conduct search engine optimization. In addition, concepts surrounding the privacy of data will be introduced, as well as how to effectively manage the security of information through log and event investigations. Other topics include but not limited to the ethical/moral implications that have emerged from areas like data profiling and relevant issues with data governance as it pertains to compliance and law.
    Prerequisite: Admission to MS in Applied Data Analytics, MBA, or Business Analytics Certificate Program; or Approval of MS in Applied Data Analytics Program Director
  
  • MBA 5680 - Six Sigma, Lean and Quality Management (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    This course will cover topics on the Six Sigma system, Six Sigma methodology, lean, quality system, quality conformance, and the management system for quality. The course will also discuss quality assurance, measurement, reliability, process control charts, and process improvement tools. Various real-world cases will be discussed.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program, MS in Applied Data Analytics, Business Analytics Certificate Program or permission of the program director.
  
  • MBA 5720 - International Seminar (1-3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Various topics are presented by international experts allowing students the opportunity to gain valuable insight about various specialties from faculty and from varying cultures as well. Topics to be announced. MBA 5720 may be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or permission of the program director.
  
  • MBA 5750 - Strategic Management (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    This course focuses on how managers and executives formulate and implement strategy in order to improve long-term performance. Each session emphasizes the development of frameworks that can be used to analyze the topic. Topics include defining the firm’s mission, performance, industry structure, strategic coherence, business-level strategy, vertical integration, diversification, mergers and acquisitions, top management teams, management of innovation, corporate governance, business ethics, organizational structure and control, strategy implementation, global strategy, and leadership. Case analysis, in-class exercises and presentations, and written assignments are used to improve working knowledge of each topic.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MBA 5800 - Business Practicum (1-6)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Business practica are available in the form of various community or university-based projects. MBA 5800 may be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or permission of the program director.
  
  • MBA 5820 - Executive Skills (0)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Session
    The purpose of this course is to administer assurance of learning activities and provide professional development opportunities.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program, MS in Applied Data Analytics, Business Analytics Certificate Program or permission of the program director.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MBA 5870 - Analytical Models for Supply Chain Management (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Analytical models for supply chain management focuses on the applications and development of modeling tools for the supply chain. This course introduces students to important supply chain problems and solution methodologies including optimization, simulation, and other analytical methods. The objective of the course is to develop valuable modeling skills that students can appreciate and use effectively in their careers.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program, MS in Applied Data Analytics, Business Analytics Certificate Program or permission of the program director.
    [Dual-listed with SCM 4870.]
  
  • MBA 5900 - MBA Internship (1-6)


    When Offered: On Demand
    An appropriate work experience for students in the MBA Program.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or permission of the program director. MBA 5900 may be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MBA 5989 - Graduate Research (1-9)


    When Offered: On Demand
    This course is designed to provide access to University facilities for continuing graduate research at the master’s level. MBA 5989 does not count toward a degree.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MBA 5998 - Thesis Preparation (1-3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    The purpose of this course is to offer the student who chooses to write a thesis the opportunity to initiate a literature search, review research strategies, develop hypotheses for testing, and prepare a thesis proposal for review by the thesis committee.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or permission of the program director.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MBA 5999 - Thesis (1-6)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program, MS in Applied Data Analytics, Business Analytics Certificate Program or permission of the program director.
    Graded on an SP/UP basis until the thesis has been successfully defended and received final approval, at which time all grades will be changed to S.

Mathematics

  
  • MAT 5015 - Advanced Seminar in Secondary Mathematics Education (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course will include an examination of the North Carolina Mathematics Curriculum for high school with emphases on geometry and other selected topics. Class discussions, group activities, written assignments, and oral presentation will be integral parts of the course. A field experience and other professional development activities are required outside of class.
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4015.]
  
  • MAT 5125 - History of Mathematics (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    The history and development of mathematical thought and theory from ancient to modern times, with particular attention to the history of geometry, algebra, calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and statistics, and to the persons who made significant contributions to these areas of mathematics.
  
  • MAT 5160 - Complex Variables (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    An introduction to the study of complex variables to include such topics as line integrals, the Cauchy theorem, the Cauchy integral formula, Morera’s theorem, and the Laurent series.
  
  • MAT 5210 - Abstract Algebra (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A study of intermediate group theory, including group actions and the Sylow theorems; and ring theory, including polynomial rings, factorizations in principal ideal domains, and modules.
    Prerequisite: MAT 3110 (Introduction to Modern Algebra) or permission of the instructor.
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4720.]
  
  • MAT 5220 - Abstract Algebra II (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A study of some advanced topics from abstract algebra, including splitting fields, finite fields, geometric constructions, and Galois theory.
    Prerequisite: MAT 5210  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5230 - Linear Algebra (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    A study of finite dimensional vector spaces. Among the topics covered are matrices, linear transformations, change of basis, eigenvalues, canonical forms, quadratic forms and quasi- inverses.
    Prerequisite: MAT 2240 (Linear Algebra) or MAT 3110 (Modern Algebra).
  
  • MAT 5310 - Numerical Analysis with Computer Applications (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A study of methods of solving systems of linear and non-linear equations, differential equations and numerical integrations with emphasis on convergence properties and error analysis.
    Prerequisites: MAT 3220 (Introduction to Real Analysis I), and C S 1440 (Computer Science I).
    Corequisite: MAT 5610 .
    (Same as C S 5310 .)
  
  • MAT 5330 - Mathematical Models (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A problems oriented course. The student uses mathematics to model a number of different situations. Among the tools used will be calculus, probability, statistics, linear algebra, differential equations, and computer simulation.
    Prerequisites: Background in at least three of the utilized tools.
  
  • MAT 5340 - Introduction to Operations Research (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A thorough study of linear programming including duality theory and sensitivity analysis. At least two other topics related to mathematical applications in the management sciences queuing theory, Markov processes, game theory, decision analysis, network analysis, etc. will be covered.
    Prerequisites: MAT 2240 (Linear Algebra) and STT 3850 (Statistical Data Analysis).
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4340.]
  
  • MAT 5390 - Numerical Linear Algebra (3)


    When Offered: Spring, On Demand
    Methods for solving systems of linear equations with an emphasis on large, sparse systems. LU factorization including storage schemes, graph theory, ordering algorithms, and block factorization. Iterative methods including Jacobi, SOR, and conjugate gradient. Eigenvalue methods including power method, QR factorization, and Lanczos methods. Parallel matrix computations.
    Prerequisite: MAT 4310 (Numerical Methods).
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4990.]
  
  • MAT 5415 - Seminar in the Pedagogy of Mathematics (1)


    When Offered: Spring
    Topics from mathematical content, pedagogy, and epistemology are examined, such as current trends in mathematics education, alternative learning styles, teaching developmental and adult students, and teaching with technology.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MAT 5420 - Teaching Apprenticeship (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    This course provides a supervised experience in teaching in the mathematical sciences through direct participation in a classroom situation. Each student will work closely with a university faculty mentor and will be actively engaged in instructional practices, such as the development of activities and assignments or other relevant experiences. This course may be repeated for a total credit of two semester hours.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MAT 5500 - Independent Study (1-3)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Prerequisite: 12 hours of graduate mathematics.
  
  • MAT 5520 - Capstone Project in Secondary Education (1-2)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A curriculum/action research project will be chosen, formulated, and implemented by the student under the guidance of a faculty member. This project should use knowledge gained in the secondary mathematics graduate program and apply it in the secondary classroom. A final written paper and presentation are required. MAT 5520 must be taken for a total credit of two semester hours.
    Prerequisite: MAT 5910 .
  
  • MAT 5525 - Product of Learning (1-3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MAT 5530-5549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: On Demand
  
  • MAT 5590 - Advanced Topics in Differential Equations (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    Development and application of advanced topics in differential equations. Topics may include foundational theories of differential equations, partial differential equations, perturbation theory, calculus of variations, distribution theory, transform theory, or other advanced topics.
    Prerequisite: MAT 3130 (Introduction to Differential Equations). Barring duplication of content, MAT 5590 may be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours.
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4590.]
  
  • MAT 5600 - Directed Research in Mathematical Sciences (1-3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A research project will be chosen, formulated, and executed by the student under the guidance of a faculty member. The project may investigate a mathematical sciences or a mathematics pedagogy topic. A final written report and presentation are required. MAT 5600 must be taken for a total credit of three semester hours.
  
  • MAT 5610 - Analysis I (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    A rigorous treatment of the topology of the real numbers, continuity, differentiation, integration, and sequences and series of functions.
    Prerequisite: MAT 3220 (Introduction to Real Analysis I) or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5620 - Analysis II (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    A continuation of MAT 5610 , including a rigorous development of differentiation and integration of functions of several variables, vector analysis, and Lebesgue theory.
    Prerequisite: MAT 5610  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5710 - Introduction to Topology (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A study of the basic concepts of general topological spaces including such topics as metric spaces, continuous functions, connectedness, product spaces, and compactness.
    Prerequisite: MAT 3220 (Introduction to Real Analysis I).
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4710.]
  
  • MAT 5720 - Topology (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A study of topology to include such topics as general product spaces, complete metric spaces, compactifications, embedding, metrization theorems, and quotient spaces.
    Prerequisite: MAT 5710 .
  
  • MAT 5910 - Investigation in the Teaching of Mathematics (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    An examination of recent research and experimental programs in the teaching of secondary school and undergraduate mathematics, with a focus on characteristics of research designs (including action research, curriculum development and analysis, teaching experiments, and case studies).
    Prerequisite: Undergraduate major in mathematics or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5923 - Geometry & Spatial Visualization: K-5 Assessment (3)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Formative and summative assessment strategies of students’ geometric thinking in elementary grades; concept development of 2- and 3-dimensional geometry. Attention also given to diagnosis of student errors. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: C I 5922 .
    (Same as C I 5923 .)
  
  • MAT 5924 - Algebraic Reasoning: K-5 Discourse & Questioning (3)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Focus on the early algebra concepts of functional thinking and generalized arithmetic in relationship to pedagogical practices centered on questioning in the mathematics classroom. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: C I 5922 .
    (Same as C I 5924 .)
  
  • MAT 5925 - Data Analysis and Measurement: K-5 Classroom Interactions (3)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Focus on statistical literacy of elementary teachers and the teaching of data analysis and measurement to K-5 students; attention is also given to learning methods which facilitate appropriate classroom interactions. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: C I 5922 .
    (Same as C I 5925 .)
  
  • MAT 5935 - Basic Concepts of Probability and Statistics (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    This course examines the concepts underlying the elementary and middle school curriculum in probability and statistics. Probability models will be studied using both mathematical approaches and simulations. Statistics will be presented as a problem solving process involving question formulation, data collection, data analysis and the interpretation of results. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: MAT 3910 (Introduction to the Logic and Structure of Mathematics I) or MAT 3920 (Introduction to the Logic and Structure of Mathematics II) or permission of the instructor.
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4930.]
  
  • MAT 5941 - Technology for Teaching Mathematics (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    The use of current computer and calculator technology in various mathematics content areas will be studied. Technology use in these areas will involve problem solving, exploring patterns, experimentation, conjecturing and generalization of findings. Appropriate use of technology will be stressed.
    Prerequisite: Undergraduate major in mathematics or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5952 - Problem Solving (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Problem solving is the focus of this course. There is an emphasis on building new mathematical knowledge through work with problems and applying a wide variety of strategies to solve problems and adapt the strategies to new situations. Problems may be drawn from algebra, geometry, number theory, calculus, probability and statistics.
    Prerequisites: Knowledge in all the areas from which the problems will be drawn.
  
  • MAT 5961 - Foundations of Geometry (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    A treatment of projective geometry including both the synthetic and the analytic approach. Also to be considered is a study of the relation of Euclidean, affine and hyperbolic geometries to projective geometry.
    Prerequisites: MAT 2240 (Linear Algebra) and MAT 3610 (Geometry).
  
  • MAT 5965 - Informal Geometry (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course is an informal treatment of the geometric concepts in the elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum. The topics considered include polygons, congruence, similarity, tilings, transformations, symmetry, angles, constructions, area, perimeter, circles, and polyhedra. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: MAT 3910 (Introduction to the Logic and Structure of Mathematics I) or MAT 3920 (Introduction to the Logic and Structure of Mathematics II) or permission of the instructor.
    [Dual-listed with MAT 4910.]
  
  • MAT 5970 - Number Theory Concepts (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    Designed primarily for secondary teachers, this course is a study of the traditional number theory concepts and theorems with special attention to those of significance to the high school curriculum. Emphasis will be on the historical as well as the theoretical development of the subject.
    Prerequisites: Undergraduate major in mathematics or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5971 - Number Systems and Algebra for Middle Grades Teachers (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Designed primarily for teachers of mathematics at Grades 6-8, this course is a deep and connected study of number and operations, and of algebra, including rational numbers, proportional reasoning, and linear relations. Emphasis will be on rich tasks using representational tools and models to explore mathematical relationships. Problem solving, reasoning and proof, and mathematical communication will also be emphasized. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Master of Arts in Middle Grades Education program or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5972 - Geometry and Measurement for Middle Grades Teachers (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Designed primarily for teachers of mathematics at Grades 6-8, this course is a deep and connected study of geometry and measurement, including the van Hiele model of geometric learning; shape, size, and symmetry; perimeter, area, surface area, and volume; classical and transformational geometry; the golden ratio, tessellations, and spherical geometry. Emphasis will be on rich tasks using representational tools and models to explore mathematical relationships. Problem solving, reasoning and proof, and mathematical communication will also be emphasized. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Master of Arts in Middle Grades Education program or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5973 - Data Analysis and Probability for Middle Grades Teachers (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Designed primarily for teachers of mathematics at Grades 6-8, this course is a deep and connected study of data analysis and probability, including data collection, organization, and display; measures of spread and center; inferences and predictions based on data; and basic concepts of probability. Emphasis will be on rich tasks using representational tools and models to explore mathematical relationships. Problem solving, reasoning and proof, and mathematical communication will also be emphasized. Does not count for the Master of Arts in Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Master of Arts in Middle Grades Education program or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MAT 5980 - Special Topics in Mathematics Education (1-3)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    A flexible program of reading, study, planning, and writing designed to meet the needs of individual teachers or groups of teachers in the field of secondary school mathematics.
    Prerequisite: Undergraduate major in mathematics and recommendation of graduate advisor. May be taken up to a total of fifteen semester hours.
  
  • MAT 5989 - Graduate Research (1-9)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    This course is designed to provide access to University facilities for continuing graduate research at the master’s and specialist’s levels. MAT 5989 does not count toward a degree.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MAT 5999 - Thesis (1-6)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Graded on an SP/UP basis until the thesis has been successfully defended and received final approval, at which time all grades will be changed to S.

Music

  
  • MUS 5006 - Philosophy of Music (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    An investigation of the major philosophies of music in both historical and contemporary perspective. Particular emphasis is placed on aesthetic theory. The relationship between aesthetics of music educational methodology will be examined.
  
  • MUS 5007 - Music Bibliography (2)


    When Offered: Fall
    An introduction to bibliographical research in music, with emphasis on the application of theoretical concepts to practical problems of historical scholarship. Both traditional research processes and newer technologies for accessing scholarly communication are covered.
  
  • MUS 5008 - Research in Music Education (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    The organization and reporting of research in music education, including classroom/performance field-based data collection and analysis, is studied.
    Prerequisite: MUS 5007 .
  
  • MUS 5010 - Research Methods in Music Therapy (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Overview of research theory, ethics, and methodologies in music therapy.
  
  • MUS 5013 - History of Musical Style (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    A study of the tendencies of musical style within the major periods of western music history, with emphasis placed on the development of important genres. Consideration is given to geographic location and the social, political, and general cultural history of the time. The styles of representative composers are studied and comparisons are drawn between the arts and across stylistic periods.
  
  • MUS 5018 - Applied Area Literature (1-3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A comprehensive, historical survey of music for the major instrument, with a detailed study of at least one selected solo work representative of the style of each music period. Attention will also be directed to representative ensemble literature and the compilation of a discography and bibliography. May be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours.
  
  • MUS 5020 - Choral/Vocal Techniques (4)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    Designed for those who are preparing to become quality teachers of choral/vocal music in grades K-12. Emphasis on the technique of vocal production and its role in the development of choral ensemble performance practices. Examination of the philosophy and pedagogical concepts and techniques leading to an exemplary choral/vocal program.
  
  • MUS 5021 - Instrumental Techniques (4)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    Designed for those who are preparing to become quality teachers of instrumental music in grades K-12. Emphasis on the philosophy, pedagogical concepts, and techniques leading to the development of an exemplary instrumental music program.
  
  • MUS 5022 - Applied Area Pedagogy (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Pedagogical techniques related to the fundamental principles in the major performance area. Emphasis will be placed on historical development, an examination and evaluation of basic concepts, a consideration of style and technique, and research into the various pedagogical approaches to functional efficiency.
  
  • MUS 5023 - Choral Masterworks (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    A study of representative choral masterworks from the Renaissance to the present. This course is intended for the advanced choral student who has a background in choral conducting.
    Prerequisites: MUS 3020 (Conducting), MUS 3022 (Choral Conducting Practicum) and MUS 3032 (Choral Techniques and Literature) or equivalent.
  
  • MUS 5024 - Concert Band Literature (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    A comprehensive study of the literature for winds and percussion. Analysis, score study, and aural recognition of representative compositions.
  
  • MUS 5030 - Advanced Conducting (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    The critical examination of choral and instrumental scores with emphasis on score analysis, interpretative decision making, and advanced conducting technique.
  
  • MUS 5035 - Clinical Experience in Music (1)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    An intensive clinical experience in music. Students will join respected professionals in instrumental or choral/vocal conducting in seminar, rehearsal and performance experiences.
  
  • MUS 5039 - Advanced Orchestral Repertoire for Bowed Strings (1)


    When Offered: Spring, Odd-numbered years
    Instruction of string orchestral literature commonly encountered in the professional orchestral setting plus orchestral solo repertoire. Presents information for professional performance application procedures, including correct presentation of letters of inquiry, preparation of a professional dossier, preparation of musical material, and gathering an ample library of the specific printed music that most orchestral auditions will require. Several mock auditions are experienced and participation in at least one professional orchestral audition is required.
  
  • MUS 5040 - Current Trends and Critical Issues in Music Education (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    An examination of current trends, pedagogical practices, and critical issues in music education.
  
  • MUS 5041 - The Comprehensive Music Curriculum (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session, Alternate years
    An examination of the philosophy, components, and methodologies of the comprehensive music curriculum.
  
  • MUS 5050 - Supervision in Music Therapy (2)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Exploration of issues in supervision of music therapy students, interns, and music therapists.
    Prerequisite: MUS 4901 (Internship in Music Therapy) or equivalent. Students must be enrolled concurrently in MUS 5200 .
  
  • MUS 5051 - Advanced Topics in Music Therapy (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Investigation and examination of current trends, especially those related to advanced clinical practice in music therapy, including client assessment through music experiences and innovative treatment methods.
    Prerequisite: MUS 4901 (Internship in Music Therapy) or equivalent. Students must be enrolled concurrently in MUS 5200 .
  
  • MUS 5054 - Advanced Alexander Technique for Musicians (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    An advanced course in constructive conscious thought, feeling, and action that studies and applies the principles of the Alexander Technique, developed by F. M. Alexander, to musicians. This course addresses practical and professional applications that are designed to bring about a positive stage presence, ease of coordination and performance, clear communication, creativity, and agency. May be repeated for credit. Open only to music majors.
    [Dual-listed with MUS 4054.]
  
  • MUS 5060 - Bonny Method of GIM (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    Through lectures, demonstrations, and supervised experiences as guide and traveler, this training will develop knowledge and skill in the use of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) as a method of self-exploration and a psychotherapeutic process.
    Prerequisite: A GIM personal session. This course may be repeated with permission of the program director for up to 9 hours of credit towards the MMT.
    (Note: MUS 5060 requires participation in a 5-day intensive workshop that is conducted off-campus between academic terms and requires payment of workshop fees in addition to tuition.)
  
  • MUS 5061 - Advanced Clinical Improvisation (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Theory and practice of advanced techniques for clinical music improvisation.
    Prerequisite: MUS 4060 (Clinical Piano Improvisation) or equivalent. Students must be enrolled concurrently in MUS 5200 .
  
  • MUS 5062 - Ethical Thinking and Anti-Oppressive Practices in Music Therapy (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    An overview of ethics, multicultural theories, and anti-oppressive practices in music therapy.
  
  • MUS 5063 - Advanced Readings in Music Theory Pedagogy (2)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    A study of current pedagogical trends as they relate to research and practice in the field of music theory pedagogy. Students will be asked to compile a literature review, develop a research statement and proposal, and complete a scholarly research project on a chosen topic relating to pedagogy.
    Prerequisite: MUS 5602  
  
  • MUS 5064 - Advanced Topics in Musical Analysis (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    A study of advanced analytical techniques, including topics in Schenkerian analysis, musical form, and popular music. Each unit will conclude with analysis assignments in the form of papers and presentations.
    Prerequisite: MUS 5600  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUS 5065 - Teaching Practicum in Music Theory (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    A hands-on practical experience in teaching music theory and/or aural skills. Students will be asked to assist a primary instructor in a core class in either music theory or aural skills. Duties will include assignments in classroom teaching, creation and grading of assessments, and leading in-class discussions.
    Prerequisite: MUS 5063  and MUS 5064 . Proficiency must be demonstrated in keyboard and sight singing before enrolling in MUS 5065.
  
  • MUS 5066 - Pedagogy Portfolio (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    The main purpose of this course is to provide assistance and guidance to students as they prepare their Pedagogy Portfolio. Students will be required to create a final document that includes artifacts that represent their teaching practices as well as individual research in the field of music theory and aural skills pedagogy.
    Prerequisite: MUS 5065  
  
  • MUS 5070 - Technology for Music Educators (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    A survey of contemporary technology used to compose, arrange, perform, record, and digitally distribute music. Students will gain practical knowledge of the concepts necessary to integrate technology into the general music classroom as well as choral and instrumental rehearsal halls.
  
  • MUS 5071 - Orff Schulwerk Level I (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    Based on the ideas and teachings of Carl Orff, Level I Orff-Schulwerk coursework provides a means of experiencing and understanding the philosophy and process of this approach to teaching music. Emphasis is placed on cultivation of an understanding of the Orff-Schulwerk philosophy, enhancement of creative and compositional skills, development of music pedagogy and instructional skills appropriate for use with diverse student populations, and creation of a classroom environment facilitating success of all students.
  
  • MUS 5072 - Orchestral Literature (3)


    When Offered: Summer Session
    A comprehensive study of the literature for orchestra. Analysis, score study, and aural recognition of representative compositions.
  
  • MUS 5100 - Performance Ensemble (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Students will assume leadership roles as set forth by the ensemble director, including activities such as directing sectional rehearsals, preparing program notes and assisting with individual instruction.
  
  • MUS 5101 - Second Performance Ensemble (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Designed for graduate students who are taking a second performance ensemble within a given semester. Students will assume leadership roles as set forth by the ensemble director, including activities such as directing sectional rehearsals, preparing program notes and assisting with individual instruction.
  
  • MUS 5160 - Conducting Seminar (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    The Conducting Seminar is a weekly opportunity for the graduate conducting students to share the recordings of their rehearsals, share ideas for improvement, and learn from each other and from the instructor. Students will also present several masterworks in seminar, sharing their approaches to score marking, preparation, study, and analysis. These works may later be performed by the graduate students within various ensembles as deemed appropriate by the faculty. May be repeated for a total credit of four semester hours.
  
  • MUS 5170 - Professional and Scholarly Practices for Musicians (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    Students will be introduced to a variety of skills essential for the performing musician, including introduction to research methods and resources, communication in the lecture-recital/lecture-demonstration format to equip students with the skills of adapting research findings into clear, concise, and comprehensible formats, and entrepreneurship.
  
  • MUS 5200 - Music Therapy Laboratory (0)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Music improvisation-based laboratory designed to provide direct experiences as a participant in a music therapy group.
    Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy, or five semester hours of MUS 3900 (Music Therapy Practicum). Required of all music therapy graduate students.
  
  • MUS 5500 - Independent Study in Music (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5525 - Product of Learning (2)


    When Offered: Spring
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MUS 5530-5549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Variable content which may be repeated for credit. Topics will include special areas of music theory, music literature and music education.
  
  • MUS 5600 - Analytical Techniques (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    The development of techniques for analysis of music from the Baroque through the Romantic period through counterpoint, melodic structure, harmony, and form.
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
    Lecture three hours. [Dual-listed with MUS 4600.]
  
  • MUS 5602 - Music Theory Pedagogy (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    A study of teaching techniques and current research in the field of music theory pedagogy. Students will review current texts, software, and teaching styles. Students will design and implement new pedagogical approaches through teaching demonstrations and curriculum development.
    Lecture three hours. [Dual-listed with MUS 4602.]
  
  • MUS 5900 - Advanced Music Therapy Practicum (1-3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    In-depth clinical experience designed to broaden clinical skills or provide opportunity for application of advanced music therapy methods.
    Prerequisite: MUS 4901 (Internship in Music Therapy) or equivalent. Students must be enrolled concurrently in MUS 5200 .
  
  • MUS 5989 - Graduate Research (1-9)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    This course is designed to provide access to University facilities for continuing graduate research at the master’s and specialist’s levels. MUS 5989 does not count toward a degree.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MUS 5995 - Clinical Paper in Music Therapy (1)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Culminating clinical paper in scholarly form documenting in-depth clinical experience and application of advanced music therapy methods.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • MUS 5996 - Creative Project in Music Therapy (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Execution and scholarly documentation of a research based clinical project.
  
  • MUS 5997 - Practicum Experience (2)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A field-oriented course involving supervised implementation of the pedagogical techniques developed during the course of study.
  
  • MUS 5998 - Master of Music in Performance Recital (1-3)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5999 - Thesis (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
    Graded on an SP/UP basis until the thesis has been successfully defended and received final approval, at which time all grades will be changed to S.

Nursing

  
  • NUR 5040 - Theories for Advanced Nursing Practice (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to integrate theories from behavioral, social, applied, and nursing science to both individual patients for whom they directly care and to those individuals for whom they are indirectly responsible. Holistic concepts of human beings, health, nursing, and environment provide the foundation for comparing nursing theories. Exploration of theoretical frameworks relevant to nursing provides student knowledge to develop specific care concepts pertinent to cultural diversity, health promotion, and comprehensive practice. Special emphasis is on the integration and application of theory into advanced nursing practice.
    Prerequisite: Admission to MSN program.
  
  • NUR 5050 - Educational Theories for Nursing Academic and Practice Settings (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course explores foundational knowledge required for the application of educational theories for the nursing profession. Major research based theories of adult learning, health communication, health literacy, simulation and technology, and knowledge development in nursing will be investigated. Students will assess the implications of these theories in academic and practice settings.
    Prerequisite: NUR 5040  or permission from instructor.
 

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