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MCMM 2163 - Introduction to News Editing and Make-up
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn to select and prepare stories and pictures for newspapers, magazines and related media to include reporting and editing of original stories. Beginning page layout is covered. Work on the Peachite staff is required.
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MCMM 2223 - Introduction to Broadcasting
Credit Hours: 3
Students are introduced to the structure of electronic media with emphases on broadcasting, cable satellite, the Internet and other new technologies. The history of commercial radio and television, the impact of new technologies on the future of broadcasting in the U.S. and the world, roles of the minorities and different cultures in telecommunications in a global perspective, the FCC and broadcast rules and regulations and the ever changing trends in programming are reviewed. Students are also introduced to broadcast equipment and its handling and technologies.
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MCMM 2224K - Mass Media (Broadcast) Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Through participation in writing and editing for radio and TV, students gain competency in the skills necessary for effective audio and video production.
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MCMM 3103 - History and Ethics
Credit Hours: 3
Students study the history of mass communications and explore the concepts of free press, freedom of speech and the social impact of media on society. They examine and compare the philosophies of the world and the American Press.
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MCMM 3123 - Mass Media Law and Theory
Credit Hours: 3
Students survey mass media law with emphases on defamation of privacy, obscenity, copyright, and other related legal topics. They examine the judicial system, the development of theories and practices in mass communications and the U.S. Supreme Court’s interpretation of the First Amendment in landmark court cases. The legal parameters under which mass communications professionals operate are studied.
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MCMM 3124K - Mass Media (Law) Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Through participation in library research of media law cases or legal research, students become familiar with the process of gathering legal materials for writing news stories.
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MCMM 4103 - Advanced News Editing
Credit Hours: 3
Students study principles of newspaper and magazine copy editing, headline writing, news judgment, selection of articles and photographs and page make-up. Opportunities for hands-on experiences are provided.
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MCMM 4113 - Technical Writing
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn how to write reports, proposals and other communications based statistics, and how to organize information. Emphasis is placed on writing for business publications.
Prerequisite(s): Typing Proficiency
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MCMM 4123 - Feature Writing
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn to write human interest articles for newspapers and magazines. A study of similarities and differences between features and straight news is made. A study of freelance strategies and marketing, especially newspaper feature sections, Sunday supplements and magazines is also conducted.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 2143 or Permission of Instructor, Typing Proficiency
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MCMM 4133 - Institutional and Industrial Publications
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn the types of public relations writing and editing that a public relations practitioner would undertake. Attention is given to point of view and design of internal and external publications for business, industry and media.
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MCMM 4143 - Advertising Copy Writing
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn the principles and practices of planning and preparing advertising copy for newspapers, magazines, radio and a variety of other media. They also examine creative strategy, copy tests and products in relation to copy and markets.
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MCMM 4153 - Principles of Interviewing
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn background investigation, confrontational and cooperative interviewing tactics, identification of significant data and how to write stories and reports for print and broadcast media. A student project is required.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 4283 , Permission of Instructor
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MCMM 4163 - Photojournalism
Credit Hours: 3
Students advance their skills in making professional quality photographs for use with news, feature and advertising copy for newspapers, magazines, public relations and related media. Emphasis is placed on photographic presentation of the news to include picture editing. Professional darkroom techniques are studied. The preparation of a portfolio is also required.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 2123 or Permission of Instructor
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MCMM 4173 - Graphic Communications
Credit Hours: 3
Students study the printing process, typography, photoengraving, layout, design, production planning and other topics related to preparation of professional quality brochures, advertising displays and publications. Student projects are required.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 2163 or Permission of Instructor
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MCMM 4183 - Audio Production
Credit Hours: 3
A practical study of audio production with emphasis on radio broadcasting. The course will help students develop techniques and skills for both radio and television. It will teach students how to staff basic studio and field operations. Study trips and group projects are required.
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MCMM 4193 - Television Production I
Credit Hours: 3
The course teaches television production techniques with emphasis on single and multiple camera techniques, studio and control room operations and field production. Students will also be taught how the camera works, the optical lens system, color reproduction and different kinds of television formats. The course will teach basic scriptwriting. Study trips and group projects are required.
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MCMM 4203 - Television Production II
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn advanced television production techniques with emphases on directing and editing. Students are taught in detail how to use the character generator, the switcher, the digital video effects (DVE), audio mixer and Teleprompter. Students learn to play desired roles as seen in actual production situations. Study trips and group projects are required.
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MCMM 4213 - Radio-TV News
Credit Hours: 3
Students study the methods for gathering and producing news for radio and television programs. Attention is focused on production news with electronic news gathering (ENG) equipment. News editions consist of pre-taped inserts, photographs, slides, and network broadcast copy. Broadcast news analysis and packaging and related issues and problems are examined.
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MCMM 4223 - Radio-TV Advertising
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn descriptive research methods applicable to mass communications. Emphasis is placed on different research designs such as, survey, case-study, experimental design, content analysis and focus groups. Data analysis using inferential statistics is covered. Students have the opportunity to design and execute a research project using the principles learned.
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MCMM 4233 - Broadcast Newswriting
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn the basics of newswriting in broadcast style. Students are also taught feature writing. Emphasis is placed on the elements of news, leads, attribution, name and number handling, editing, familiar words and their usages in journalism and news scripts. Students learn documentary ideas and proposals are developed to final production script.
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MCMM 4243 - Multi-Media Presentations
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn to use combined media for creative visual and aural effects to gain maximum communications impact. Skills of photography, writing, audio recording and film production are developed. Students create sound slide productions; a 35 mm camera is recommended but not required. A student project is required.
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MCMM 4253 - Public Relations Theory and Practice
Credit Hours: 3
Students are introduced to public relations principles, practices and history in business, educational, institutions, social welfare and governmental organizations. An analysis of public relations programs, the responsibilities of professionals to employers and the media relations. Covers career opportunities in the field.
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MCMM 4254K - Mass Media (Public Relations) Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Through participation in writing, editing for the Peachite, radio, TV and photography, students gain competency in skills necessary for effective news stories, feature stories and photo journalism.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 2143 , MCMM 2123
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MCMM 4263 - Public Relations Campaigns
Credit Hours: 3
Students study problem solving and decision making techniques as they apply to public relations. Students study and receive practical experience in major aspects of developing integrated public relations campaigns, including the steps involving research, planning, communication and evaluation. Students study the process of persuasion and public opinion formation, communication and evaluation.
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MCMM 4273 - Organizational Communication
Credit Hours: 3
Students study human relations and communication within organizations. Attention is given to the major theories of motivation and leadership, practical problem solving strategies and superiorsubordinate interactions. Area of mutual cooperation between different levels within the organization are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 4253
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MCMM 4283 - Mass Communications Research
Credit Hours: 3
This course will teach the various methods of inquiry applicable to the field of mass communications. The course will engage students in the research process, from topic selection through presentation of findings. Students taking this course will be exposed to case studies and actual data collection, using various designs including, surveys, content analysis and experimental.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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MCMM 4283 - Technology, Communications, and Development
Credit Hours: 3
This course will equip students with an appreciation of the varieties of ways in which technology has affected the patterns of international communications delivery and how this in turn impacts international development. Specifically, students will gain an understanding of the culture dissemination through communications and the cumulative effects on development.
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MCMM 4293 - Presentational Performance in Media
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn the techniques used in presentational performance on television and radio. The course does not prepare students for acting because it is not concerned with representational or stylized acting. Students who plan broadcast informational scripts, such as for news programs, documentaries, on radio and/or television benefit from the experiences provided. Students produce actual programs for use on college media and for external use. Projects and work in the studio outside of class time are required.
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MCMM 4303 - Campus Practicum
Credit Hours: 3
Students engage in supervised work in a professional setting at a commercial or non- commercial mass media enterprise. Market needs determine the availability of placements.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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MCMM 4323 - Internship
Credit Hours: 3
Students engage in supervised work in a professional setting at a commercial mass media enterprise. Market needs determine the availability of placements.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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MCMM 4341K - Mass Media (Photojournalism) Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Through participation in writing, editing for the Peachite, radio, TV and photography, students gain competency in skills necessary for effective news stories, feature stories and photo journalism.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 2143 , MCMM 2123
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MCMM 4351K - Mass Media (Special Projects) Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Through participation in writing, editing for the Peachite, radio, TV and photography, students gain competency in skills necessary for effective news stories, feature stories and photo journalism.
Prerequisite(s): MCMM 2143 , MCMM 2123
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MCMM 4361 - Capstone in Mass Communications
Credit Hours: 2
Mass communications majors review knowledge acquired from their academic and technical preparation.
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MATH 0097 - Elementary Algebra Mathematics I
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to assist students with the knowledge of elementary algebra to help them understand the basic concepts and computational skills of intermediate algebra. The four arithmetic operations with signed numbers are performed. The solution to linear equations and inequalities, simplifying exponents and polynomials and solving second degree equations using factoring are topics studied.
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MATH 0099 - Intermediate Algebra, Mathematics II
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to prepare students for success in college-level mathematics. Course content includes operations on algebraic fractions and irrational expressions. Students graph the solutions to linear equations and apply integrated problem solving strategies using quadratic equations and systems of equations.
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MATH 0101 - Academic Assistance, Mathematics
Credit Hours: 2
This course is designed to be co-curricular with the required mathematics core (MATH 1111 ) to provide reinforcement of the algebraic concepts.
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MATH 1101 - Mathematical Modeling
Credit Hours: 3
Students gain an understanding of the relevance of mathematics in their chosen professions and everyday lives by using, developing and testing mathematical models against reality. Students solve routine and non-routine problems having applications in such disciplines as business, the physical, social and biological sciences. Using fundamental algebraic concepts, students enhance their mathematical logic and quantitative reasoning skills through problem solving. After thoroughly investigating and analyzing data, natural phenomena and mathematical structures, students learn not only to construct appropriate mathematical models, but to communicate their findings using graphical, numerical, symbolic and/or verbal forms.
Prerequisite(s): Placement
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MATH 1111 - College Algebra
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn fundamental algebraic concepts and skills that are essential for advanced study in mathematics and the sciences. Students solve linear and nonlinear equations, inequalities and systems of equations. Students will simplify algebraic expressions and graph functions including rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Appropriate mathematical procedures are used to solve “real world” problems.
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MATH 1112 - Trigonometry
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn to use trigonometric functions and their inverses. Graphs of these functions are sketched, trigonometric identities are proved, complex numbers are explored and polar equations are graphed.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111 or Equivalent
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MATH 1113 - PreCalculus
Credit Hours: 4
Students acquire algebraic and trigonometric competencies essential to the study of calculus. Algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions are graphed and used in applications. Students also solve linear and nonlinear equations and inequalities, systems of equations and inequalities and apply sequences and series with facility.
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MATH 1154 - Calculus I
Credit Hours: 4
Students become proficient in problem solving techniques using the basic notions of limits, derivatives and integrals.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111 and MATH 1112 or MATH 1113 or demonstrate proficiency in MATH 1113
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MATH 1201 - Problem Solving Strategies
Credit Hours: 1
Students explore the principles of inductive and deductive reasoning to make and test conjectures, formulate counter examples, follow logical arguments, judge the validity of arguments and construct simple valid arguments. Students select and use problem solving techniques, identify and use related knowledge, monitor and evaluate their own skills in solving problems, solve problems in cooperative learning situations and find appropriate solutions to a variety of problems.
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MATH 1203 - Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Credit Hours: 3
Students solve application problems, construct mathematical models, apply inductive and deductive reasoning, develop valid mathematical arguments, test the validity of arguments, verify conjectures and formulate counterexamples.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111
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MATH 2008 - Foundations of Numbers & Operations
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an area “F” introductory mathematics course for early childhood education majors. Students will investigate and apply the major concepts of numbers and operations. As a general theme, students will discuss and use strategies of problem solving in the context of various topics.
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MATH 2113 - Elementary Statistics
Credit Hours: 3
Students explore the basic concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics and learn to apply the concept of hypothesis testing to analyze the truth of claims.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111 or MATH 1113
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MATH 2164 - Calculus II
Credit Hours: 4
Students use integration techniques to evaluate definite and indefinite integrals. Differential and integral calculus are applied to logarithmic and exponential functions. Students explore the properties of sequences and series, conic sections and vectors.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1154
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MATH 2174 - Calculus III
Credit Hours: 4
The concepts of limit, derivative and integral are applied to vector-valued functions and functions of several variables. Students apply vector calculus in solving problems in physics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2164
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MATH 2203 - Introduction to Linear Algebra
Credit Hours: 3
Students become knowledgeable of matrices and determinants, vector spaces, and linear operators. They apply the concepts of linear algebra to solve “real world” problems.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111 or MATH 1113
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MATH 2253 - Discrete Math
Credit Hours: 3
Students study mathematical reasoning and learn different methods for solving problems. Problems dealing with combinations, algorithms and graphs are explored.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1113
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MATH 3100 - Discrete Math & Statistics
Credit Hours: 3
TBA
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MATH 3183 - Vector Calculus
Credit Hours: 3
Students explore the concepts and methods of the calculus of functions of several variables and vector analysis.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2174 , MATH 2203
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MATH 3223 - Differential Equations
Credit Hours: 3
Students learn methods and techniques for solving first-order differential equations and second-and higher-order linear differential equations.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2174
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MATH 3273 - Theory of Numbers
Credit Hours: 3
Students investigate the properties of integers and develop proofs of some of their properties. Functions defined on the integers are explored. Calculators and computers are used in problem solving. Students generalize arithmetic procedures used for integers to solve abstract problems.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2253
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MATH 3293 - Fundamentals of Mathematics
Credit Hours: 3
Students enhance their knowledge of mathematics and its applications. Topics covered include number systems, probability, statistics, measurement and geometry. Students explore how these mathematical concepts are applied to understand and solve real world problems. Students are required to use calculators and computers.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111 and MATH 1203
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MATH 3303 - Mathematics for Secondary School Teachers
Credit Hours: 3
Students examine the secondary school mathematics curriculum from an advanced viewpoint to be able to explain the relationships among arithmetic, algebra, geometry and calculus. The students determine why standard mathematical procedures work and whether a given procedure is valid. Using field experiences, students examine the prerequisite skills needed for each mathematics course in grades 7 through 12.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2253
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MATH 3313 - Mathematics Curriculum Trends and Issues
Credit Hours: 3
Students examine trends and issues related to the secondary school mathematics curriculum. Students review mathematics curriculum reforms from the last fifty years and current curriculum issues.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3303
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MATH 3323 - College Geometry
Credit Hours: 3
Students demonstrate an understanding of axiomatic, transformational and projective geometry. Students investigate the historical and philosophical development of geometry. Topics include finite geometries, convexity, modern synthetic geometry, tessellation, packing problems, constructible numbers and introduction to non-Euclidean geometries.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2253
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MATH 3373 - Probability
Credit Hours: 3
Students investigate and apply the fundamentals of probability theory, such as law of large numbers, central limit theorem and law of iterated logarithm. Students use the probability axioms and analytical methods to study distributions of random variables. Students apply the theory developed in this course to the study of selected topics such as random walks and Poisson processes.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2174
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MATH 3393 - History of Math
Credit Hours: 3
Students gain knowledge of the historical events that helped shape mathematical ideas and methods as well as the people who contributed to the development of the theory of mathematics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1154
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MATH 3400 - Geometry for K-8 Teachers
Credit Hours: 3
TBA
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MATH 3503 - Principles of Geometry
Credit Hours: 3
Students expand the depth of their knowledge of Euclidean geometry through informal (non- proof) procedures. Students explore the coordinate and trans-formational geometrics through a variety of hands-on methods and computer programs.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3293
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MATH 3510 - Algebraic Concepts-ELE
Credit Hours: 3
TBA
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MATH 3523 - Number Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Students explore the historical development of number and numeration systems, properties of number sets and mathematical structures such as groups and fields. Students explore the relationship between the development of civilization and the development of mathematics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3293
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MATH 3533 - Euclidean Geometry
Credit Hours: 3
Students develop properties and relationships in Euclidean geometry using proof techniques. Students explore finite and non-Euclidean geometrics. Students use computer programs and other technology to assist in the exploration and development of conjectures.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3293
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MATH 3543 - Principles of Algebra
Credit Hours: 3
Students explore and expand the properties of basic algebra into abstract structures. Students determine which subsets of the complex numbers are groups, rings, integral domains and fields using the operations of arithmetic.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3293
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MATH 4000 - Topics in Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers
Credit Hours: 3
Student expand their knowledge of K-8 mathematical concepts and refine their communications, problem solving and reasoning skills relative to numbers and operations, measurement, data analysis and the exploration of real world phenomena. Students use modeling to interpret physical, social and other real world phenomena.
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MATH 4001 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers
Credit Hours: 3
Students expand their knowledge of K-8 mathematical concepts and refine their communications, problem solving and reasoning skills relative to probability, geometry, measurement and elementary algebraic concepts. Students discover mathematical relationships and build new knowledge through problem solving, the construction of proofs and models. Students use modeling to interpret physical, social and other real world phenomena.
Prerequisite(s): College Algebra or Equivalent
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MATH 4143 - Complex Variables
Credit Hours: 3
Students utilize the theory of complex differentiation and integration as well as manipulative skills developed in this course to study functions of a complex variable. Topics covered include analytic functions, complex integration, Cauchy theory of integration, power series, residues and poles.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2174
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MATH 4193 - Abstract Algebra
Credit Hours: 3
Students investigate algebraic structures such as groups, rings and fields. Students write proofs involving algebraic concepts. Topics include group theory, elementary ring theory and an introduction to field theory.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2203 and MATH 2253
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MATH 4243 - Linear Algebra II
Credit Hours: 3
Students develop an understanding of vector spaces, linear operators and linear systems. Emphasis is placed on finite-dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations and matrix algebra. Topics include determinants, Gauss method, Gauss-Jordan method, Cramer’s rule, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization of matrices and application of linear methods to solve non-linear problems.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1154 , MATH 2203 , MATH 2253
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MATH 4293 - Partial Differential Equations
Credit Hours: 3
Students study first order partial differential equations and canonical second order linear partial differential equations. They apply the concepts and procedures learned in this class to solve partial differential equations that arise in mathematical physics and engineering fields.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2174
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MATH 4343 - Advanced Calculus
Credit Hours: 3
Students make systematic use of the fundamental concept of convergence to study continuity, differentiation and integration of functions.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2174 and MATH 2253
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MATH 4363 - Numerical Methods
Credit Hours: 3
Students devise algorithms and develop programs to solve mathematical problems using Taylor approximation, polynomial evaluation, computer representation of numbers, numerical solution of equations, interpolations and numerical solutions of differential equations.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2203 , MATH 2253 , MATH 3223 , CSCI 3332
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MATH 4390 - Mathematics Review
Credit Hours: 2
Each student develops an individual plan for reviewing objectives of the exit examination in mathematics or mathematics education.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor
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MATH 4391 - Math Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Students make oral and written presentations on mathematical topics that will expand and explain information and concepts they have learned in their mathematics classes. These presentations must be a result of research, experimentation or independent study.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor
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MATH 4883 - Statistical Estimation, Tim Series, Forecasting and Filtering
Credit Hours: 3
Students explore the basic concepts of statistical estimation, time series, forecasting and filtering. Topics covered include Kalman Bucy filter, its generalizations and applications to applied fields. Students utilize technology for the implementation of Kalman filtering applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1154 and MATH 2113
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MILS 1110 - Foundations of Officership
Credit Hours: 1
Students learn the history, mission, roles and organization of ROTC and the United States Army. This course introduces issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer’s responsibilities and establishes the framework for understanding officership, leadership, Army values and “life skills” such as physical fitness and time management.
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MILS 1120 - Introduction to Basic Leadership
Credit Hours: 1
Students are introduced to the Army leadership doctrine and styles of leadership. This course establishes the foundation of basic leadership fundamentals such as problem solving, communications, briefings, effective writing, goal setting, techniques for improving listening and speaking skills and professional ethics. In addition, students will be introduced to safety and risk assessment and the primary weapon system (M16A2) of the U.S. Army.
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MILS 2210 - Individual Leadership Studies
Credit Hours: 2
Students identify successful leadership characteristics through observation of others and self through experimental learning exercises. Students record observed traits (good and bad) in a dimensional leadership journal and discuss observations in small group settings. Basic instruction in the fundamental techniques of map reading, land navigation skills and life saving techniques used in the Army are provided. First Aid skills and other preventative medicine procedures are developed.
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MILS 2220 - Leadership and Teamwork
Credit Hours: 2
Students learn the individual and team aspects of military tactics, to include troop leading procedures, principals of offensive/defensive operations that involve the application of Army leadership and management techniques at the small unit level through various methods of influencing actions. Students examine communication in settings and achieving goals, the importance of timely decision making and creativity in the problem solving process.
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MILS 2230 - Leadership Training Internship
Credit Hours: 4
An intense summer program conducted at Fort Knox, Kentucky for four (4) weeks. Designed as an alternative method to meet the prerequisites of the advanced course to students who have had no basic core military science instruction. Training focuses on leadership development in a coaching, teaching and mentoring environment. Students receive funded travel, $25.48 per day and University for attendance/participation.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Professor of Military Science
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MILS 3310 - Leadership and Problem Solving
Credit Hours: 3
Students conduct self-assessment of leadership style, develop personal fitness regimen and learn to plan and conduct individual/small unit tactical training while testing reasoning and problem solving techniques. Students receive direct feedback through counseling, coaching and encouragement from experimental cadre their leadership style.
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MILS 3320 - Leadership and Ethics
Credit Hours: 3
Students examine the role communications, values and ethics play in effective leadership. Topics include ethical decision making, consideration of others, spirituality in the military and improvement of oral and written communication abilities. Classroom subjects continue to reinforce the Army’s 16 leadership dimensions, leadership styles, motivation and counseling techniques and small unit defensive operations.
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MILS 4410 - Leadership and Management
Credit Hours: 3
This course develops students’ proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff and mentoring subordinates. Students articulate goals and develop confidence in their management skills. In addition, students explore training management, methods of effective staff collaboration and developmental counseling techniques.
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MILS 4420 - Officership
Credit Hours: 3
Senior cadets, in this capstone course, engage in seminar experiences which prepare them for transition from cadet to a commissioned officer. Students reflect on leadership, identify and resolve ethical dilemmas and learn motivational techniques and counseling methods. Study includes case study analysis of military law and practical exercises on establishing an ethical command climate.
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MUSC 1000 - Music Appreciation
Credit Hours: 3
Students will be able to identify from written and aural examples western and non-western music, selected eras of various styles and performance media, composers, performers and music symbols and terminology. In addition, students in this course will attend exhibitions, concerts, recitals, guest lectures and other cultural presentations both on and off campus, and outside of the regular class time.
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MUSC 1001 - Music Fundamentals
Credit Hours: 1
Students will be able to sight sing and take music dictation at the fundamental level, identify key signatures, the circle of fifths, all major and minor scales, clefs, keys, modes, enharmonics, intervals, triads, and rhythm to their primary instrument performance. Students will also be able to design drills utilizing computer- assisted-instruction software.
This course must be taken by music majors and minors who fail to score at least 75% on the music theory placement examination. This minimum score must be achieved before music majors and minors are eligible to enroll in MUSC 1011 . May be repeated for credit.
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MUSC 1011 - Music Theory I
Credit Hours: 2
In this first course of a four-course sequence in music theory and materials, students will be able to apply music rudiments and to identify intervals, triads, four-part harmony, triad inversions, dominant seventh chords, diminished seventh chords, non-harmonic tones, cadences, and diatonic modulations. Students will also be able to compose/arrange at the fundamental level.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1001 - Music Fundamentals or a passing score on the music theory entrance placement examination.
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MUSC 1012 - Aural and Keyboard Skills I
Credit Hours: 1
Students will develop basic skills in music reading, sight-singing, aural perception and keyboard proficiency. Students will be able to use music technology tools to enhance the course work in Music Theory I.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1001 - Music Fundamentals or a passing score on the music theory entrance placement examination.
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MUSC 1013 - Music Theory II
Credit Hours: 2
In this second course of a four-course sequence in music theory and materials students will identify diatonic and chromatic harmony, including secondary seventh chords and inversions, augmented sixth chords, Neopolitan chords and borrowed chords. In addition, students will compose and/or arrange instrumental and/or vocal works using computer technology.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1011 - Music Theory I
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MUSC 1014 - Aural and Keyboard Skills II
Credit Hours: 1
Students will continue their development in music reading, sight-singing, aural perception and keyboard proficiency. Students will be able to use music technology tools to enhance the course work in Music Theory II.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1012 - Aural and Keyboard Skills I
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MUSC 1141 - Major Applied Music
Credit Hours: 1
Available to music majors only, students will develop skills in and functional knowledge of wind, string, fretted and percussion instruments and/or voice performance. Applied students will receive one fifty-minute individual lesson or two thirty-minute individual lessons each week. May be repeated for credit.
- Piano 01
- Voice 02
- Woodwinds 03
- Brass 04
- Percussion 05
- Strings 06
- Organ 07
- Guitar 08
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MUSC 1151 - Secondary Applied Music
Credit Hours: 1
Available to any student regardless of major but depending on the availability of faculty, students will develop skills in and functional knowledge of wind, string, fretted and percussion instruments and/or voice performance. Secondary Applied students will receive one thirty- minute individual lesson or a group performance class which meets for two fifty-minute periods each week. May be repeated for credit.
- Piano 01
- Voice 02
- Woodwinds 03
- Brass 04
- Percussion 05
- Strings 06
- Organ 07
- Guitar 08
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MUSC 1331 - Music Ensemble Course
Credit Hours: 1
Students will develop creative thinking skills and the ability to perform ensemble literature of various periods and styles. Courses are open to all FVSU students with an audition and permission of the instructor. These courses may be repeated for credit.
- Concert Choir 01
- Women’s Ensemble 02
- Men’s Glee Club 03
- Gospel Choir 04
- Concert Band 05
- Marching Band 06
- Jazz Band 07
- Orchestra 08
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MUSC 2011 - Music Theory III
Credit Hours: 2
In this third course of a four-course sequence in music theory and materials students will be able to identify dominant ninths, elevenths and thirteenths; altered dominants, chromatic mediant and chromatic modulations. Students will also be able to use music technology to compose, and/or arrange instrumental and/or vocal works.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1013 - Music Theory II
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MUSC 2012 - Aural and Keyboard Skills III
Credit Hours: 1
Students will continue their development in music reading, sight-singing, aural skills and keyboard proficiency. Students will be able to use music technology tools to enhance the course work in Music Theory III.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1014 - Aural and Keyboard Skills II
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MUSC 2013 - Music Theory IV
Credit Hours: 2
In this final course of a four-course sequence in music theory and materials, students will be able to identify mode mixture, remote modulation and twentieth-century techniques and materials, including non-diatonic scales, triadic extensions, modality and pitch class centers, Impressionism, Serialism, and innovative techniques using rhythm, meter, orchestration, tone colors and texture. In addition, students will be able to compose instrumental and/or vocal works using these contemporary concepts and techniques.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 2011 - Music Theory III
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MUSC 2014 - Aural and Keyboard Skills IV
Credit Hours: 1
Students will continue their development in music reading, sight-singing, aural skills and keyboard proficiency. Students will be able to use music technology tools to enhance the course work in Music Theory IV.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 2012 - Aural and Keyboard Skills III
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MUSC 2113 - Voice Diction I (English, Italian, Latin
Credit Hours: 1
In this first course in a two-course sequence for voice students and vocal/choral music majors, students will be able to sing music works in English, Italian, and Latin using the correct pronunciation of the International Phonetic Alphabet.
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MUSC 2114 - Voice Diction II (German, French, and Spanish)
Credit Hours: 1
In the second course in a two-course sequence for voice students and vocal/choral music majors, students will be able to sing music works in German, French and Spanish using the correct pronunciation of the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 2113 - Voice Diction I (English, Italian, Latin
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