Apr 16, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Honors

  
  • HON 101 - The Ancient World


    4 credits
    A study of the origins of late Western European culture through the institutions, art, religion, and thought of ancient Israel, Greece, and Rome.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
  
  • HON 103 - The Middle Ages


    3 credits
    A study of the development of political, social and intellectual life in medieval Europe as it grows by assimilating and contrasting itself with ancient culture.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
  
  • HON 201 - Renaissance and Reformation


    3 credits
    An exploration of re-ordering of the medieval world and the Christian church, as well as the establishing of a new modern world, through works of art, political philosophy, literature, and theology.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
  
  • HON 203 - Reason and Revolution


    3 credits
    Analysis of the development and significance of modern concepts of freedom, liberty, nature, society, and social institutions.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
  
  • HON 401 - Capstone Project


    4 credits
    Senior thesis development. Supervised research or creative project designed to demonstrate the intersection of students’ education in the honors program and their majors. Public presentation of work at end of the term.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
  
  • HON 403 - Contemporary World


    3 credits
    An analysis of cultural directions in current times. Course includes readings of contemporary criticism and theories, discussions, presentations, written responses, and various gallery experiences.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
  
  • HON 491 - Special Topics


    Variable credits

Human Social Services

  
  • HSS X91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • HSS X99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • HSS 100 - Introduction to Human Social Services


    3 credits
    The course provides a Christ-centered study of the history, concepts, theories, principles, and present day practices of the profession and field of human social services. This course pays special attention to the various client populations and career options as well as the characteristics of effective human social service workers.
    Term Offered: Fall and spring semesters
  
  • HSS 200 - Serving Diverse Populations


    3 credits
    This course introduces the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors designed to reflect Christ centered, culturally competent practices within the field of human social services.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 100  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • HSS 300 - Human Social Services


    3 credits
    This course provides an overview of the history, theoretical perspectives and concepts related to the network of programs providing service to millions of Americans struggling with illness, disability, and economic dependence. Throughout the course, students will be introduced to careers in human services, theories of counseling, social welfare policy, and current controversies and issues within the field. Students are required to interview and evaluate mission and policies of local public and private agencies.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 100  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • HSS 350 - Human Social Services Administration


    3 credits
    This course introduces the facets of human services management and administration by exploring issues of staff and volunteer development, supervision and evaluations. The course also addresses administrative planning in human service organizations.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 100  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • HSS 400 - Advanced Human Social Services


    3 credits
    This advanced course in human services professionalizes the many skills introduced throughout the program. Speci›cally the course addresses professional writing, the use of behavioral observations and documentation, counseling skills as well as case management and treatment planning. In addition, the course addresses legal and ethical issues encountered throughout the field of human services.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 300  and junior standing
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • HSS 410 - Professional Ethics


    1 credits
    This course provides discussion related to the intersection of Christian ethics and the code of ethics for human service professionals. The course overviews least intrusive intervention, least restrictive environment, facilitating client self-determination, appropriate professional boundary maintenance, and employing interdisciplinary team approaches to problem-solving. Students will demonstrate understanding of requirements for client confidentiality, electronic record keeping, and portability of client information.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 100  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • HSS 490 - HSS Internship


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • HSS 493 - Practicum in Human Social Services 1


    3 credits
    This represents a required 3 credit, 175 hour placement at single social services agency. Given most agencies require training specific to program, this practicum incorporates on the job training for students enhancing the skills introduced throughout the program. In addition, the course includes a 1 hour per week group seminar designed to discuss application of program goals in the context of students’ learning experiences. Students will become familiar with the operations of a human services agency, including client/staff interaction and employee responsibilities. All sites must provide students with professional supervision. Attendance at the weekly seminar remains a mandatory requirement for all practicum credits and serves to separate this course from other internships offered through Wisconsin Lutheran College.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 400  and junior standing
    Term Offered: Fall, spring, and summer semesters
  
  • HSS 494 - Practicum in Human Social Services 2


    3 credits
    This represents a required 3 credit, 175 hour placement at single social services agency. Given most agencies require training specific to program, this practicum incorporates on the job training for students enhancing the skills introduced throughout the program. In addition, the course includes a 1 hour per week group seminar designed to discuss application of program goals in the context of students’ learning experiences. Students will become familiar with the operations of a human services agency, including client/staff interaction and employee responsibilities. All sites must provide students with professional supervision. Attendance at the weekly seminar remains a mandatory requirement for all practicum credits and serves to separate this course from other internships offered through Wisconsin Lutheran College.
    Prerequisite(s): HSS 493  and junior standing
    Term Offered: Fall, spring, and summer semesters

Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • INT x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with advisor.
  
  • INT 490 - Interdisciplinary Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with advisor.
  
  • INT 495 - Interdisciplinary Practicum


    3 credits
    A pre-professional clinical field experience in which students practice professional skills in a supervised setting.
  
  • INT 498 - Interdisciplinary Sr. Project


    6 credits
    A capstone experience in which the student synthesizes the knowledge gained from study in the disciplines which comprise the interdisciplinary major and which substantively addresses the unifying theme or problem around which the major was constructed.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing

Mandarin Chinese

  
  • MAN x91 - Selected Topics


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department.
  
  • MAN x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department.
  
  • MAN 101 - Mandarin Chinese 1


    4 credits
    Introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language. Students will develop basic conversational skills and proficiency in reading and writing about 250 Chinese characters. The relationship between language and culture will be stressed throughout.
  
  • MAN 102 - Mandarin Chinese 2


    4 credits
    Continuation of MAN 101 .
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 101  (grade of C or better), or by placement.
  
  • MAN 201 - Mandarin Chinese 3


    4 credits
    A continuation of MAN 102 . Students will continue to develop basic conversational skills and proficiency in reading and writing about 550 Chinese characters. The relationship between language and culture will be stressed throughout.
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 102  (grade of C or better), or by placement.
  
  • MAN 202 - Mandarin Chinese 4


    4 credits
    Continuation of MAN 201 .
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 201  (grade of C or better), or by placement.

Marine Biology

  
  • MBI x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • MBI x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MBI 280 - Introduction to Marine Science


    4 credits
    Students will explore basic biological and physical principles and processes that support marine ecosystems. The ecology and diversity of coral reefs, turtle grass beds, mangrove swamps as well as offshore communities will be incorporated into active learning modules in both the classroom and lab. The dynamic interaction between man and these fragile systems will be assessed around the world using web based tools 3 hrs lecture, 3 hrs lab
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • MBI 283 - Marine Ecology


    3 credits
    An introduction to marine ecology for science and non-science majors in a unique field and laboratory environment on the island of Jamaica. Field trips will include coral reef, estuary,-and tide pool communities. Offered during vacation breaks, (Additional fees and instructor approval are required for this course.) - This course would be cross-listed with currently offered course BIO 283  
    Term Offered: J-term only
  
  • MBI 490 - Marine Biology Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MBI 498 - Independent Research


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
    Term Offered: Every semester

Mathematics

  
  • MAT x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • MAT x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with instructor
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • MAT 116 - Survey of Contemporary Mathematics


    3 credits
    Mathematical topics relevant to living in modern society with emphasis on the uses of mathematical ideas, thought processes, critical thinking, and problem solving. Topics include concepts from graph theory, voting theory, matrices, combinatorics, probability, statistics, logic, and geometry.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • MAT 117 - Elementary Statistics


    3 credits
    Statistical concepts and methods for application in other disciplines. Descriptive statistics, bivariate linear models, probability, discrete and normal distributions, central limit theorem, estimation, hypothesis testing. MAT 117 does not count toward a mathematics major or minor.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MAT 118 - A Modeling Approach to College Algebra


    3 credits
    Applied college algebra through a study of elementary functions using graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal techniques to describe and explore real-world phenomena. Patterns in data exhibiting characteristics of linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and piece-wise defined functions will be explored using technology and analytical methods. Spring Semester
  
  • MAT 119 - Trigonometry


    3 credits
    The study of trigonometry as applied geometry. Includes right triangle relationships, analytic trigonometry, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations, as well as applications including vectors and complex numbers.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • MAT 120 - Precalculus


    4 credits
    Fundamental principles of college algebra and trigonometry essential to the study of calculus. Emphasis on functions and their graphs, including polynomials, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • MAT 221 - Calculus 1


    4 credits
    Intensive introduction to single-variable calculus. Functions, limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and transcendental functions, introduction to integration and differential equations. Application topics and lab assignments.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement; or by earning a BC or better in one of MAT 118  , MAT 119  or MAT 120  ; or by earning a C or better in any two of MAT 118  , MAT 119  or MAT 120 
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MAT 222 - Calculus 2


    4 credits
    Continuation of MAT 221 . Applications of integration, integration techniques, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, sequences and series, parametric equations in the plane, polar coordinates, first and second order ordinary differential equations. Application topics and lab assignments.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or MAT 221  with a grade of C or better
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MAT 223 - Calculus 3


    4 credits
    Intensive introduction to multi-variable calculus. Analytic geometry of vectors, vector-valued functions, continuity and partial differentiation for functions of several variables, multiple integration, vector fields, theorems of Green, Gauss, and Stoke. Application topics, assignments using Maple.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or MAT 222  with a grade of C or better
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MAT 224 - Ordinary Differential Equations


    4 credits
    Ordinary differential equations and solution methods, linear systems of differential equations, selected topics. Modeling emphasis, several lab assignments.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222 
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • MAT 230 - Discrete Mathematics


    3 credits
    An introduction to the various tools and techniques in discrete mathematics. Topics include mathematical logic, sets, relations, algorithms, combinatorics, recursion, graph theory, trees, network models, and Boolean algebras.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 221  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • MAT 231 - Foundations of Higher Mathematics


    3 credits
    A transitional course to prepare students for upper- level courses in mathematics. Logic, proof techniques, set theory, functions, countable and uncountable sets, finite induction, equivalence relations. Selected topics including discrete mathematics.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • MAT 323 - Complex Analysis


    3 credits
    Complex numbers and analytic functions, Cauchy integral theorems and formulas, Taylor series and entire functions, singularities and the Laurent expansion, residues, applications.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 223  
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • MAT 333 - Introduction to Linear Algebra


    4 credits
    Matrix algebra, Gauss-Jordan elimination, vector spaces, linear independence, determinants, orthogonality, linear transformations and their matrix representation, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and applications.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • MAT 340 - Survey of Geometry


    3 credits
    Selected topics in Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, Hilbert’s axioms and neutral geometry, hyperbolic geometry, historical perspectives, philosophy of mathematics. Emphasis on the role and independence of the parallel postulate.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 230  or MAT 231 
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • MAT 351 - Introduction to Probability


    3 credits
    Probability in discrete and continuous sample spaces, random variables, distribution functions, marginal and conditional distributions, expectation, independence, limit theorems, basic distributions.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222 ; MAT 223  recommended
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • MAT 352 - Introduction to Statistics


    3 credits
    Random samples, estimation, sampling distributions of estimators, t and Chi-Square distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, nonparametric methods, linear models.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 351  
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • MAT 361 - Introductions to Operations Research


    3 credits
    Survey of topics in linear programming and applications, network and flow models, dynamic programming, and selected topics. Emphasis on modeling.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222 
  
  • MAT 371 - Numerical Analysis


    3 credits
    Numerical methods for digital computers: error analysis, solution of nonlinear equations and systems of equations, direct methods for solving linear systems, discrete curve fitting, interpolation.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 224  and CSC 131  
  
  • MAT 373 - Introduction to Cryptography


    3 credits
    In introduction to the field of classical and mathematical cryptography. Topics include linguistic techniques and classical cryptographic methods, key exchange protocols, public key cryptography, factoring techniques and primality testing, digital signatures, hash functions, secret sharing schemes, and relevant number theoretic methods.

    This course is cross-listed with CSC 373 .
     
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222  or MAT 230 
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters

  
  • MAT 421 - Analysis 1


    3 credits
    Classical real analysis: completeness of real numbers, sequences and series, metric topology of Euclidean space, continuity, uniform continuity, differentiation, and uniform convergence.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 231  
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • MAT 422 - Analysis 2


    3 credits
    Continuation of MAT 421 : differentiable mappings, inverse and implicit function theorems, theory of integration, and selected topics.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 421  
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • MAT 431 - Abstract Algebra 1


    3 credits
    Group theory: symmetry, subgroups, cyclic groups, permutations, Lagrange’s theorem, factor groups, homomorphisms, isomorphisms, direct products, finite abelian groups. Introduction to rings and integral domains.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 231  
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • MAT 432 - Abstract Algebra 2


    3 credits
    Continuation of MAT 431 : polynomial rings, unique factorization, divisibility in integral domains. Introduction to field theory: splitting fields, algebraic extensions, finite fields, geometric constructions. Advanced topics in groups and fields.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 431  
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • MAT 445 - Topology


    3 credits
    Topological spaces and subspaces, basis and subbasis, accumulation points, continuity and homeomorphism; metric, product, and quotient spaces; connectness, compactness, countability axioms, separation axioms, Urysohn’s lemma and metrization theorem, Tietze extension theorem, Tychonoff’s theorem.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 421 
  
  • MAT 475 - Partial Differential Equations


    3 credits
    Introduction to the classical parabolic, hyperbolic, and elliptic partial differential equations with special consideration to heat transfer, wave motion, and potential theory. Various initial/boundary conditions and applications. Transform methods, equations in several coordinate systems, and numerical approximations. Modeling will be an integral part of the course.
    Prerequisite(s):
     MAT 224  and MAT 421 
  
  • MAT 480 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics


    2 credits
    A capstone course encompassing study of research papers and other supplemental material from selected areas of mathematics. Students will provide overviews, present written reports and/or oral presentations, and/or conduct independent research in their area of interest.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing or consent of instructor
  
  • MAT 490 - Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with instructor
    Term Offered: See department chair

Media Design

  
  • MDS x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
  
  • MDS x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
  
  • MDS 440 - Portfolio Development


    3 credits
    This course builds an awareness of professional practices in the field of design, emphasizing the production of a body of work, for a final portfolio. Additional focus will be given to print or web design based on individual students skills and interests.
    Prerequisite(s): Declared Media Design Major
  
  • MDS 490 - Media Design Internship


    Variable credits
    A professional work experience under the supervision of selected business and WLC art department faculty within the student’s area of emphasis. The student relates theory to practice and interacts with professionals in a specific art-related field. Regular progress reports and a final written summation are required.

Music

  
  • MUS x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • MUS x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    Junior standing or consent of instructor. This course allows the advanced student in music to do special study under the supervision of the instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • MUS 021 - Wisconsin Lutheran Choir


    1 credits
    The Wisconsin Lutheran Choir is a select mixed choral ensemble that explores all the best in choral literature. The ensemble presents concerts on campus and tours regionally, nationally, and internationally. Thchoir rehearses five hours each week. Large ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 022 - Chamber Choir


    1 credits
    The Chamber Choir is a select 24 voice mixed choral ensemble. Members of the Chamber Choir must also be enrolled in the Wisconsin Lutheran Choir. The chorus will meet three hours each week. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 023 - Kantorei


    1 credits
    Kantorei (German for “singing community”) is a choral ensemble with an emphasis given to developing the musical and vocal skills of its members. The chorus will perform for chapel and at the various concerts of the music department each semester. The chorus will meet two hours each week. Large ensemble.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 025 - Concert Band


    1 credits
    The Concert Band is a select instrumental ensemble that explores all the best in wind band literature. The ensemble presents concerts on campus and tours regionally, nationally, and internationally.. The band rehearses five hours each week. Large ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 028 - Jazz Band


    1 credits
    The Jazz Band meets for two hours each week. The ensemble performs on campus and for community functions. Large ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 029 - Handbells


    1 credits
    The Handbells will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs on campus and for community functions. Small ensemble.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 031 - Voice Class 1


    1 credits
    This course is intended for beginners in voice and shall be limited to a maximum of 6 students per section. Basic singing techniques will be taught, including an understanding of the various muscles used, projection, support, the shaping of the jaw and tongue, etc. Beginners are encouraged to sign up for this rather than for MUS 133 . The class will meet twice a week. There is no special fee for enrolling in this class as there is for private lessons.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • MUS 032 - Voice Class 2


    1 credits
    Continuation of techniques in MUS 031 .
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • MUS 040 - Woodwind Techniques - Single Reed


    1 credits
    A study of the basic fingering, tonguing, care, and pedagogy of the flute and single reed woodwinds. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • MUS 045 - Woodwind Techniques - Double Reed


    1 credits
    A study of the basic fingering, tonguing, care, and pedagogy of the double reed woodwinds. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • MUS 046 - Saxophone Ensemble


    1 credits
    The saxophone Ensemble will meet fr two hours each week. Membership is by audition only. The ensemble performs in campus concert and recitals. Small ensemble.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 048 - Flute Choir


    1 credits
    The Flute Choir will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs in campus concert and recitals. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 049 - Clarinet Ensemble


    1 credits
    The Clarinet Ensemble will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs in campus concert and recitals. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 050 - Brass Techniques - High


    1 credits
    A study of the basic fingering, tonguing, care, and pedagogy of the trumpet and french horn. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • MUS 052 - French Horn Ensemble


    1 credits
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 055 - Brass Techniques-Low


    1 credits
    A study of the basic fingering, tonguing, care, and pedagogy of the trombone, euphonium and tuba. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • MUS 056 - Trombone Ensemble


    1 credits
    The Trombone Ensemble will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs in campus concert and recitals. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 057 - Brass Ensemble


    1 credits
    The Brass ensemble will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs in campus recitals and for community functions. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 058 - Trumpet Ensemble


    1 credits
    The Trumpet Ensemble will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs in campus recitals and for community functions. Small Ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 060 - String Techniques - High


    1 credits
    A study of basic fingering, bowing, care, and pedagogy of the violin and viola. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • MUS 063 - Guitar Class 1


    1 credits
    Students will develop basic note and chord reading skills on the guitar. Includes right and left hand technique, sight-reading, transposition using a capo, accompaniment patterns and elementary popular music guitar repertoire. May be substituted for one semester of MUS 163 . Open to non-majors on a space available basis.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • MUS 064 - Guitar Class 2


    1 credits
    Students will develop basic and intermediate note and note-picking skills on the guitar. Includes right and left hand technique, sightreading, and solo and collaborative guitar repertoire. This class may be taken before or after Class Guitar 1, which focuses on the use of chords in guitar playing. This course may be substituted for one semester of MUS 163 . Open to non-majors on a space available basis.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • MUS 065 - String Techniques - Low


    1 credits
    A study of basic fingering, bowing, care, and pedagogy of the cello and string bass. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • MUS 067 - Chamber Ensemble


    1 credits
    The Chamber Ensemble will meet for two hours each week. This string ensemble performs in campus recitals and for community functions. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 068 - Chamber Music for Mixed Instruments


    1 credits
    Chamber Music for Mixed Instruments explores chamber music from trios through octets, primarily art music composed over the past 300-400 years. Music appropriate for the configuration of each group will be chosen and coached by the instructor. Students will be expected to master 4-5 masterworks over the course of the semester, and will perform in the ensembles concert. Other performance venues will be determined as appropriate. This course satisfies one credit of the small ensemble requirement for music majors. Open to non-majors
    Prerequisite(s): Proficiency on a string, wind or percussion instrument, or piano
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 070 - Percussion Techniques


    1 credits
    A study of basic technique in playing all the major concert percussion instruments. Intended for instrumental music education majors.
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • MUS 077 - Percussion Ensemble


    1 credits
    The Percussion ensemble will meet for two hours each week. The ensemble performs in campus recitals and for community functions. Small ensemble.
    Prerequisite(s): Membership is by audition only
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 083 - Class Piano 1


    1 credits
    The development of basic music reading skills at the piano keyboard. Includes technique, sight reading, basic keyboard harmonization, improvisation, accompaniment and elementary piano repertoire. This course is designed for students who have no prior piano experience. It is also appropriate for students who have had up to two years of prior piano lessons but who wish a thorough review. May be substituted for one semester of MUS 182 .
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 084 - Class Piano 2


    1 credits
    Continuation of MUS 083 . This course is designed for students who have had two to four years of lessons or who have had MUS 083 - Class Piano 1 . May be substituted for one semester of MUS 182 .
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 087 - Organ Class


    1 credits
    The development of fundamental organ playing skills. This includes the basic fundamentals of organ keyboard and pedal technique, registration, organ repertoire, hymn and liturgy accompaniment, improvisation, and the accompaniment of congregational singing. May be substituted for one credit of MUS 181 - Organ Lessons . Open to non-majors.
    Prerequisite(s): Ability to play four part chorales such as those found in Christian Worship or any standard Christian hymnal
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • MUS 088 - Advanced Piano Class 1


    1 credits
    The course is open to non-majors, but is also designed to meet the needs of music majors. The course is designed to develop advanced piano performance skills. As with MUS 182 , each student will develop the ability to apply theoretical music knowledge to the practical application of performing music at the piano. This class may be substituted for one credit of MUS 182 .
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 084  or placement
    Term Offered: Every semester
 

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