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MATH 119 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
A conceptual approach to probability, statistics, geometry, measurement, and geometric transformations intended for education majors. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and decision making with the use of manipulatives.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 117 or Consent of the Program Chair
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MATH 131 - Development and Enhancement of Problem-solving and Thinking Habits Part I
This course is part one of a two semester seminar sequence. The fall course will focus on developing strong problem solving and reasoning skills and effective collaboration through group work. Many problems presented in this course will come from mathematics, but also from the sciences. This course will meet once a week for two hours.
Credits: 1
Crosslisted as: BIO 131 , CHEM 131 , and CIS 131 .
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MATH 132 - Development and Enhancement of Problem-solving and Thinking Habits II
This course is part two of a two semester seminar sequence. The spring course will build upon the skills learned through Biology/Chemistry/Mathematics/Computer and Information Science 131 and will focus on applying acquired skills to a real-life problem. The major end product of the course will include a formal presentation at Spearsfest. The course will meet for two hours every week.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites BIO 131 /CHEM 131 /CIS 131 /MATH 131
Crosslisted as: BIO 132 , CHEM 132 , and CIS 132 .
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MATH 140 - Elementary Statistics
This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, random sampling, hypothesis testing, estimation, linear regression, and correlation.
Credits: 3
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MATH 150 - Discrete Mathematics
An introduction to discrete structures. Topics include logic, sets, functions and relations, elementary number theory, counting, and elementary graph theory with an emphasis on problem-solving.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 104 or placement by the Program Chair
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MATH 161 - Calculus I
The first in a series of courses on the theory and applications of the calculus. Topics include limits, the derivative and its applications, the integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Functions studied include algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. Concepts and applications of derivatives and integrals are explored numerically, graphically, and analytically.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 104 and MATH 106 or placement by the Program Chair
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MATH 162 - Calculus II
The second in a series of courses on the theory and applications of the calculus. Topics include techniques of integration, applications of the integral, sequences and series, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. Concepts and applications are explored numerically, graphically, and analytically.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 161 or by placement by the Program Chair
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MATH 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MATH 218 - Elementary Number Theory
A study of the basic results of elementary number theory. Topics include: division algorithm, fundamental theorem of arithmetic, the Euclidean algorithm, linear Diophantine equations, congruence, the Chinese remainder theorem, quadratic reciprocity. Additional topics chosen from Pythagorean triples, Gaussian integers, sums of squares, continued fractions, arithmetic functions, or cryptography.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Grades of C or better in MATH 150
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MATH 220 - Introduction to Proofs
This course examines methods of constructing mathematical proofs. Students will practice reading and writing mathematical proofs, particularly those found in set theory, number theory, elementary analysis, and abstract algebra.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Grades of C in both MATH 150 and MATH 161
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MATH 251 - Discrete Structures for Computer Science
This course provides the mathematical tools and foundations for advanced studies in computer science. Topics include graph theory and applications to data structures, matrices, finite state machines, and computability.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 150 and CIS 211
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MATH 262 - Calculus III
The third in the series of courses on the theory and applications of the calculus. Topics include vectors and the geometry of space, vector valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector calculus and additional topics on differential equations. Concepts and applications are explored numerically, graphically, and analytically.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 162
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MATH 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MATH 305 - Linear Algebra
The theory and applications of matrices and vectors. Matrix solutions of systems of linear equations lead into a more abstract exploration of matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, and Eigen values. Technology-based problem solving is central.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 220
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MATH 325 - Geometry
A survey of topics in Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry. Special emphasis is placed on proof-writing, axiomatic systems, and individual research focused on making connections between geometry and other areas of mathematics.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 218 or MATH 220
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MATH 343 - Probability and Statistics
A study of basic probability concepts, including counting techniques, axioms of probability, conditional probability and independence, Bayes Theorem, some univariate random variables, confidence intervals, testing hypothesis, correlation and regression.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 150 and MATH 161
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MATH 350 - Numerical Analysis
A study of numerical methods for solving problems. Appropriate algorithms for finding integrals, determining roots of equations, and fitting curves to data will be developed, analyzed and implemented.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 162
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MATH 360 - Differential Equations
A study of differential equations and their use in mathematical modeling. A wide scope of applications which can be modeled with differential equations is studied. Solutions of these equations are determined both analytically and technologically.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 162
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MATH 365 - Actuarial Science Probability
Random variables, moment generating functions, standard distributions, multivariate distributions, laws of large numbers, limit theorems, risk management and insurance.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 343
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MATH 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MATH 380 - Historical Topics
An historical survey of the major personalities, ideas and themes in the development of mathematics. An emphasis is placed on research and communications skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Grades of C or better in two mathematics courses numbered 160 or higher Satisfactory completion of the ENG 101 requirement
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MATH 399LS - Leadership Semester in Mathematics
An exploration and reflection of the student’s leadership experiences in conjunction with a required or optional activity such as an internship, senior project, research experience, or community service. A reflective essay or journal and an oral presentation are required.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites Junior or Senior standing and Consent of the Program Chair
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MATH 405 - Abstract Algebra
A study of groups and rings. The algebraic structures groups and rings, their properties, and mappings between them are studied in a formal setting. Communicating mathematical ideas through proofs is a key concept.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 220 and MATH 305
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MATH 440 - Operations Research
Introduction to quantitative methods and techniques for effective decisions-making, model formulation and applications that are used in solving business decision problems. Topics include linear, integer, nonlinear, and dynamic programming, classical optimization problems, and network theory.
Credits: 3
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MATH 450 - Applied Algebra
A study of algebraic structures and their relationship with machine theory. Logic circuits and abstract machines are designed and constructed. Computability and coding theory are examined.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 150
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MATH 460 - An Introduction to Real Analysis
A theoretical examination of the calculus. The concepts of real number, sequence, continuity, and differentiation will be formalized. Rigor in mathematical exposition will be a major emphasis.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in MATH 220 and MATH 262
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MATH 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MATH 470LS - Internship in Applying Mathematics
This internship is designed to provide the student with an opportunity for applying mathematics in a non-academic setting. The Program Chair’s approval of each student’s proposed internship must be secured during the semester before the student enrolls for credit in this course. Each student will complete a portfolio tracing the development of their mathematical ideas.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Junior or Senior Mathematics major and Consent of the Program Chair
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MATH 498LS - Senior Project
The senior project is an in-depth individualized study of a mathematical topic or series of problems under the guidance of a mathematics faculty member. In addition, student will use their experience in completing the project to reflect on their leadership experiences. Students must submit a written summary of their work, make a 30-minute oral presentation of their project and their leadership experience, and write a reflective essay or journal. The Program Chair’s approval of each student’s proposed project must be secured during the semester before the student enrolls for credit in this course.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Senior Mathematics major and Consent of the Program Chair
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Music - Applied
- Attendance at Student Recitals and Studio Seminars is required of all applied students.
- The amount of practice time for each individual student is determined by the instructor. It is recommended that one semester hour credit be given for each three hours per week of practice, plus the necessary individual instruction.
- Students not majoring or minoring in music may not take applied lessons without the approval of the program chair. They may take non-credit bearing private lessons through the Musical Arts Studio.
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MUA 41 - Beginning Guitar
Introductory course in guitar, designed for music major with a principal instrument other than guitar and for the non-major, particularly for the beginner. May be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUA 42 - Intermediate Guitar
Intermediate course in guitar, designed for the music major with a principal instrument other than guitar and for the non-major. May be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUA 45 - Beginning Piano I
Introductory course in piano, designed for the music major with a principal instrument other than piano. This course may be taken multiple times for credit as students develop proficiency in piano.
Credits: 1
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MUA 46 - Beginning Piano II
Intermediate course in piano designed for the music major with a principal instrument other than piano. This course may be taken multiple times for credit as students develop proficiency in piano.
Credits: 1
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MUA 102 - Applied Voice
The study of literature and techniques of voice. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 103 - Applied Piano
The study of literature and techniques of Piano. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 106 - Applied Guitar
The study of literature and techniques of Guitar. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 107 - Applied Violin
The study of literature and techniques of Violin. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 108 - Applied Viola
The study of literature and techniques of Viola. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 109 - Applied Cello
The study of literature and techniques of Cello. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 113 - Applied Flute
The study of literature and techniques of flute. Students receive weekly private lessons. A one hour lesson is 1 credit hour and a half hour lesson is .5 credit hours. May be taken for credit multiple times.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 118 - Applied Composition
Performance in the art of musical composition including the study of structure, counterpoint, harmony, rhythm, instrumentation, and other important aspects related to the art of creating original music.
Credits: .5-1
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MUA 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUA 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUA 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUA 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUE 140 - Chorus
This performing ensemble is open to students by enrollment. The curricular focus is development of basic music literacy skills and advanced choral and vocal technique while studying literature representing a variety of cultures and time periods. This course may be taken multiple times for credit. In addition, this course functions as the conducting lab experience for students enrolled in MUS 304 and MUS 305 Two hours a week.
Credits: 1
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MUE 145 - Concert Choir
This performing ensemble is open to students by audition only. The curricular focus is development of advanced music literacy skills and advanced choral and vocal technique while studying literature representing a variety of cultures and time periods. Two and one half hours a week. This course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 150 - Accompanying Ensemble
This course is designed to provide opportunity to keyboard principles to amass accompanying experience throughout the course of a semester while working with a studio performer or ensembles. Two hours a week. This course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 155 - Chamber Ensemble
The focus of the ensemble is the large body of chamber music by major composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, Bach and others. The ensemble literature represents a wide variety of cultures and musical practices. Three hours a week. This class may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 160 - Jazz Combos Ensemble
This course provides the opportunity to both vocal and instrumental students to develop skills in improvisation and jazz performance. Two hours a week. The course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 165 - Hi C’s Ensemble
A 10-12 voice ensemble whose focus is vocal jazz and a cappella choral arrangements. The ensemble members are drawn from the choir (MUE 145 ) and the chorus (MUE 140 ) by competitive audition at the beginning of the fall semester. The ensemble serves as a major representative of the college, both on and off the campus. It also functions as a professional ensemble in the community. Travel is often required. MUE 165 may not be used to meet requirements for the major in music. This course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 166 - Opera Scenes
This ensemble focuses on the introduction to stage movement, vocal production, and stage presence. An opera and musical scenes program will be rehearsed and performed during the term. This course may not be used to meet requirements for the major in music. This course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 167 - Spring Musical
This ensemble focuses on stage movement, stage presence, and vocal production. Participating students will perform in the Columbia College spring musical. The full-scale musical production will be rehearsed and performed at the end of the semester. This course may not be used to meet the requirements for the major in music. This course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Credits: 1
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MUE 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUE 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dead is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUE 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUE 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUS 101 - Music Literacy and Theory I
A introduction to the fundamentals of music theory as well as aural and written music. Course content develops knowledge of music theory and basic literacy in music through the study of notation, intervals, major and minor scales, key signatures, clefs, and triads, as well as the aural component of melody, harmony and rhythm at a level required for the further study of music theory, aural skills and applied study. Additionally, students will begin to apply their skills in fundamentals to the understanding of music theory including writing chords in key systems and writing chord progressions with proper vocal leading. Students will become familiar with Kodaly solfeggio, Takadimi rhythm syllables and numerical rhythmic counting and development of listening skills as applicable to concepts such as form and style in Western Art Music..
Credits: 3
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MUS 103 - Music Theory and Aural Skills II
A continuation of MUS 101 . Topics include seventh chords, basic modulation, secondary function, and an introduction to modes. Continuation of instruction in the fundamentals of aural and written music as well through continued development of coordination of melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements of music and their application through sight signing, dictation and keyboard work at a level required for the further study of music theory and aural skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MUS 101
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MUS 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUS 201 - Music Theory and Aural Skills III
Continuation of MUS 103 on a more advanced level. Topics include advanced modulations, secondary function, and harmonic sequences as well as continued development of coordination of melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements of music and their application through sight signing, dictation and keyboard work at a level required for the further study of music theory and aural skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MUS 101 , MUS 103
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MUS 203 - Music Theory and Aural Skills IV
Continuation of MUS 201 . Topics include an introduction to species counterpoint, Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords and enharmonic modulations.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MUS 101 , MUS 103 , MUS 201
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MUS 205 - A Survey of Popular Music
A survey of the major trends in American popular music since 1900 including jazz, swing, country-western, surfing music, folk-rock, jazz-rock, punk and many others. Emphasis on the rock-n- roll era, 1955 to the present, including its origin, history, development and influences. Major artists representative of the various styles will be discussed. Emphasis is on listening, lecture and in class discussion. This course is designed for the non-music major.
Credits: 3
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MUS 206 - Music of the World
The primary purpose of this course is to increase musical understanding through perceptive listening to music of both western and non-western cultures. In addition to traditional Western European classical music, students will be introduced to music of the western hemisphere (traditional folk and religious music, jazz, country, gospel, black popular music, rock, and Native American music), music of Africa, Russia and Eastern Europe, India, Japan, South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. These repertoires will provide appropriate material for introducing musical concepts and for gaining an understanding of the nature of music, how it is created, and how it functions.
Credits: 3
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MUS 207 - Music Appreciation
This course is designed for the non-music major who wants to develop perceptive listening skills through the study of the great musical masterworks of western European classical music. Various musical elements, forms, and stylistic periods will be studied not merely to impart facts, but to stimulate the student’s curiosity, enthusiasm and love of music. Previously offered as MUS 75, MUS 290A Not open to students with credit in MUS 206 .
Credits: 3
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MUS 210 - Diction for Singers
This course will focus on a systematic study of phonetics as it applies to singing in English, Italian, German, and French. The goal of the course is to increase the student’s clarity of expression in these languages. The course is designed to increase proficiency of pronunciation and to introduce the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
Credits: 1
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MUS 260 - Introduction to Music Production
An introduction to computer-based music production. Students will learn the basics of MIDI sequencing, digital audio recording, and music notation programs.
Credits: 3
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MUS 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites Consent of Instructor
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUS 304 - Beginning Conducting
Introduction to the basic principles of conducting technique, including baton use and basic psychomotor skills.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites MUS 101 and MUS 103
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MUS 305 - Intermediate Conducting
A course continuing the study of conducting technique, including baton usage, psychomotor skills, score study, rehearsal preparation and pacing and literature selection.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites MUS 101 , MUS 103 and MUS 304
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MUS 308 - Arranging: Instrumental and Choral
Basic principles and applied practices in arranging and adapting music for small and large groups of instruments and vocal combinations.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites MUS 201 or Consent of Instructor
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MUS 313 - Junior Recital
A recital demonstrating the student’s competence and confidence at the junior level of performance skills on her primary instrument. It may be in conjunction with another student or be a recital which is less than full length in duration. The course may be taken along with 399LS as a Leadership Semester. To fulfill the leadership component, the student will submit annotated program notes to be distributed at the recital. She will also write an assessment of the performance and submit it to her applied instructor.
Credits: 1
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MUS 365 - Music History and Literature I
A historical and stylistic study of music from Antiquity through the Classical period. Main topics include the legacy of antiquity; Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical styles; important composers and their works. Not open to students who have completed MUS 361 or MUS 362.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MUS 101 and MUS 103 or Consent of Instructor
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MUS 366 - Music History and Literature II
A historical and stylistic study of music from the Romantic period to the present. Main topics include music of the Romantic period, Impressionism, Nationalism, atonality, pop, jazz, and an introduction to world music. Not open to students who have completed MUS 363 or MUS 364.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MUS 101 and MUS 103 or Consent of Instructor
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MUS 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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MUS 370LS - Music Internship Semester
Practical, theoretical, and critical experience in leadership as applied to the discipline of music. A student must develop a Leadership Semester Proposal for a course-related leadership project that indicates how her work for Music 370LS offers her opportunities to develop as a leader who demonstrates courage, commitment, competence, and confidence. Projects may include but are not limited to service learning experiences in a church, community, or musical organization, internship with a related organization in the arts community, a semester or travel abroad experience. This course may be repeated for credit multiple times.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites Minimum Junior standing and Consent of Instructor
Corequisite Courses eligible for co-enrollment for MUS 370LS are MUS 270P, MUS 338, MUS 339, MUS 370P, MUS 420, and MUS 421
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MUS 399LS - Music Leadership Semester
Practical, theoretical, and critical experience in leadership as applied to the discipline of music. A student must develop a Leadership Semester Proposal for a course-related leadership project that indicates how her work for MUS 399LS offers her opportunities to develop as a leader who demonstrates courage, commitment, competence, and confidence. Projects may include but are not limited to research and publication, journal, portfolio, composition, a lecture-recital, and musical criticism. This course may be repeated for credit multiple times.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites Minimum Junior standing and Consent of Instructor
Corequisite Courses eligible for co-enrollment for MUS 399LS are MUS 313 and MUS 413
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MUS 413 - Senior Recital
A full length recital demonstrating the student’s achievement of the highest level of competence and confidence on her primary instrument. The course may be taken along with 399LS as a Leadership Semester. To fulfill the leadership component of this course, the student will submit annotated program notes to be distributed at the recital. She will also write an assessment of the performance and submit it to her applied instructor.
Credits: 1
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MUS 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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NURS 115 - Basic Concepts in Nursing
The course introduces the student to the profession of nursing through both classroom and limited lab/clinical experiences. The course is currently part of the Midlands Technical College pre-nursing requirement. Columbia College students would be able to take this course as part of our pre-nursing requirements to be accepted at MTC.
Credits: 2
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NURS 301 - Community and Public Health Nursing
The context of public and community health nursing is based upon basic epidemiological principles, health promotion concepts, and disease prevention strategies. Various indicators that contribute to a community’s health are explored, including socioeconomic, environmental, political, and cultural and racial diversity in the provision of holistic care.
Credits: 3
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NURS 310 - Comprehensive Health Assessment
In this course, the practicing nurse will be exposed to the practical and theoretical components of a holistic physical assessment for a child, adult, and geriatric patient using a comprehensive systems approach. There will be emphasis placed on performing a thorough assessment that will be inclusive of both normal and abnormal findings, as well as interpretation of laboratory results.
Credits: 3
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NURS 312 - Ethical Issues in Nursing Practice
Through case study analysis, various issues in the study of ethical dilemmas in nursing practice are explored, with an emphasis placed on ethical decision-making within complex health care environments, ranging from primary to secondary to tertiary setting.
Credits: 3
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NURS 320 - Evidence-Based Practice Through Nursing Research
This course covers the essential principles of nursing research in theory and methodology. Emphasis is on developing critical skills in critiquing nursing research and its application in practice focusing on evidence-based practice.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 140
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NURS 340 - Gerontology
Care of the older adult through a systems presentation is reviewed, using a holistic approach in providing preventative care, acute care, and long term care. A review of systems is employed with an emphasis on polypharmacy affects.
Credits: 3
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NURS 400 - Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology, as it pertains to human illness, is studied within a systems framework. A client’s presenting symptoms are utilized as the initial review, with further study into the various system interactions as a basis for understanding to his/her state of health and/or illness.
Credits: 3
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NURS 410 - Pharmacology in Nursing Practice
This course builds upon the foundation of pharmacologic care learned in the student’s initial nursing course. Client situations are presented in a holistic manner, with an emphasis on understanding the actions and interactions of various pharmacotherapeutic agents, education and obtaining optimal therapeutic outcomes.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites CHEM 110 or CHEM 121
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NURS 420 - Professional Leadership in Nursing
Nursing practice in various health care settings is examined through the application of leadership and management theories, within a social systems framework. The various roles and functions of the nurse leader, including motivating and ensuring safe care delivery through effective quality indicators, is discussed.
Credits: 3
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NURS 430 - Transcultural Nursing
As the world continues to merge its borders, nurses need to increasingly become more aware of how culture affects nursing care delivery. This course contains the foundations of cultural nursing as supported by theory, an overview of health disparities, social determinants of health, common practices of health care from many perspectives and cultures.
Credits: 3
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NURS 450 - Transition To Baccalaureate Nursing
Building on an established nursing foundation, the course continues the professional nurse’s journey to further understanding of the art and science of the provision of effective, compassionate, and measurable nursing care at the baccalaureate level. The theoretical and conceptual basis of nursing science is emphasized, in addition to a variety of nursing and health care system issues. Current topics of interest include the Affordable Care Act, health care policy, rationing of care, right to die legislation, financial systems, cultural and racial diversity, health disparities, and legal and ethical care scenarios.
Credits: 3
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Physical Education - Activities |
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PEA 105 - Weight Training
Fundamentals of progressive resistance exercise training for muscular strength and endurance.
Credits: 1
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 107 - Beginning Tennis
The class will cover equipment, facilities, history, rules, strategies, and the basic strokes.
Credits: 1
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 121 - Aerobic Aquatics
Individualized physical conditioning through lap swimming and aquatic calisthenics.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites Intermediate Swimming Ability
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 135 - Yoga
The study of yoga for beginners. Previously offered as PEA 190AA.
Credits: 1
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 136 - Pilates
The Pilates training system was originally developed in the 1920s by German physical therapist Joseph Pilates. The main focus of the Pilates method is the development of balance, controlled breathing, flexibility, isometric strength, concentration, self-control, coordination, efficiency, harmony, and precision in movement. This course will include exercises which help to strengthen the body’s core muscle groups combined with focused breathing patterns. The student will gain an understanding and develop a deeper awareness of the human body and will learn how to efficiently use and control movements of major muscle groups using breath. Previously offered as PEA 190CC.
Credits: 1
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 137 - Karate-Self Defense
This physical activity course provides basic knowledge and understanding of karate techniques for beginners; culture and context in which interpersonal violence occurs; the root causes and patterns of behavior within violent relationships; defense against forcible attacks; making immediate decisions when confronted with an assault. Students will learn basic karate and self-defense strategy with skills and techniques specifically designed for women.
Credits: 1
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 138 - Walk/Jog for Fitness
The development of cardiorespiratory fitness through walking and/or jogging. The course will include principles of the exercise prescription, selection of appropriate clothing, injury prevention, hydration/nutrition, planning exercise routes, exercise misconceptions, and a pre/post health related physical fitness assessment.
Credits: 1
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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PEA 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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