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Management (MGMT) |
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MGMT 360 - Organizational Theory 3 hours
Examination of the foundations, theories, models, and literature for designing effective organizations. Extensive library research and case work required. Prerequisite: MGMT 330 .
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MGMT 361 - Human Resource Management 3 hours
Design, implementation, and administration of human resource management programs. Practices used in developing effective professional habits useful in dealing with executive responsibilities are also examined. Prerequisite: MGMT 150 .
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MGMT 362 - Organizational Behavior 3 hours
Provides a strong conceptual framework for understanding organizational efficiency as the result of the interactions of people and organizations. Prerequisite: MGMT 330 or PSYC 101 .
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MGMT 363 - Productions and Operations Management 3 hours
Emphasis on techniques and skill for manufacturing. Prerequisite: MGMT 330 .
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MGMT 364 - Workforce Planning and Development 3 hours
This course explores how organizations plan for changes in their workforce, create recruitment strategies and develop selection systems to identify the best talent for their businesses. Topics include measurement of staffing effectiveness, job/competency analysis, testing strategies, and interviewing methods. Prerequisite: MGMT 361 . Available via AHE Programs only.
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MGMT 365 - Compensation and Benefit Systems 3 hours
The focus of this course is “Total Compensation.” Direct and indirect compensation systems are evaluated to determine how organizations design the appropriate systems for their businesses. Topics include base pay systems, individual and group bonuses, executive compensation, issues with providing health care, long-term investment options, pension systems, and government-mandated benefits. Prerequisite: MGMT 361 . Available via AHE Programs only.
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MGMT 367 - Business Law II 3 hours
Continuation of Business Law I. Prerequisite: MGMT 265 .
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MGMT 368 - Business Ethics 3 hours
Analysis of principles used to evaluate ethical issues facing today’s business community as well as to formulate possible solutions. This course satisfies the General Education Ethics requirement for Business Administration, Management Information Systems and Computer Information Systems majors. Prerequisite: MGMT 330 .
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MGMT 371 - History of American Business 3 hours
Analysis of American business from the colonial period to the present. The course traces the entrepreneurial adventures of small as well as large firms. It focuses upon economic trends that created a modern industrial order, wherein the corporation assumed a dominant position in the U.S. Significant attention is given to key leaders of the free enterprise system. Cross-listed as HIST 371 . Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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MGMT 372 - Crisis Management 3 hours
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of effectively preventing and responding to crises in organizations. Students focus on the skills required for effective crisis management and to the processes engaged in crisis intervention. Crisis at both the individual and systems level are examined. Students learn protocols for conducting crisis audits and assessments and methods for action planning and implementation and post-crisis evaluation. Prerequisite: MGMT 330 .
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MGMT 375 - Labor Relations 3 hours
Study of management approaches to collective labor agreements. Extensive study of negotiation, grievances and agreement administration. Prerequisite: MGMT 361 .
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MGMT 393 - Business Information Systems 3 hours
Emphasis on management and technical concepts fundamental to business applications and management control of information systems. Coverage includes management information and decision support systems which aid in planning, organizing and controlling business activities. Prerequisites: ACCT 281 , CISS 170 , MGMT 330 (may be taken concurrently) and Junior standing.
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MGMT 399 - Management Internship 1-12
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MGMT 422 - New Venture Creation 3 hours
Students will create a business plan in accordance with Small Business Association (SBA) guidelines. Students will learn how to pitch their plan to various types of stakeholders. Prerequisite: MGMT 341 .
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MGMT 430 - Management Science 3 hours
Management Science is a discipline that integrates mathematical modeling and quantitative analysis into the managerial decision-making process. A variety of models and approaches are introduced including: linear programming and optimization models (e.g., maximize profit or minimize cost problems, resource-allocation problems), network and transportation models (e.g., shortest route problems, critical path problems), forecasting models, PERT/CPM models, (e.g., a model to determine the optimal schedule for a project), simulation models and the use of Crystal Ball, and simple/multiple regression models. Students learn to model problems mathematically and to use spreadsheet packages to solve management science problems. The goal of the course is to provide students with a background in mathematical modeling to augment their problem-solving skills. Prerequisites: MATH 150 or MATH 170 ; MATH 250 .
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MGMT 433 - Topics 1-3 hours
Special inquiry into topics not covered in the curriculum. Course may carry any business administration code.
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MGMT 461 - Human Resource Development 3 hours
Study of Human Resource Development in three key areas of employee and organizational development: training and development, change management and performance management. This course explores the methods of identifying training needs, designing and implementing successful training programs and evaluating organizational training systems. Also, this course covers the process of planning and implementing interventions to create interpersonal, group, inter-group or organization-wide change. Individual employee, functional and organizational performance systems are addressed. Prerequisite: MGMT 361 . Available via AHE Programs only.
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MGMT 479 - Strategic Management 3 hours
Culminating experience capstone course for majors in business administration. Requires case/report writing and the ability to integrate material from previous courses to analyze and resolve complex business strategic planning problems. Completion with a grade of C or higher required. Prerequisites: Senior standing, completion of a minimum 33 hours of core requirements and at least six hours of upper-level courses within the identified major.
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MGMT 499 - Management Internship 1-3 hours
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Marketing (MKTG) |
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MKTG 310 - Principles of Marketing 3 hours
Survey of principles for choosing target markets, assessing their needs, developing products and services and delivering them at a value to the customer and a profit to the company. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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MKTG 327 - Retail Management and Strategies 3 hours
Development of policies, methods, and managerial strategies to accommodate the rapidly changing retail environment. Prerequisites: MGMT 150 , Junior standing.
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MKTG 331 - Consumer Behavior 3 hours
Introduction to individual and environmental determinants of the behavior of consumers. Use of knowledge of consumers’ behavior to plan, implement and control marketing activities. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 332 - Public Relations 3 hours
Policies, strategies and procedures available to an enterprise in establishing and controlling its communications with its many publics. Prerequisites: MGMT 254 or ENGL 204 , and MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 335 - Advertising and Sales Promotion 3 hours
Study of marketing activities that stimulate consumer purchasing and dealer effectiveness. Emphasis on elements and process of developing effective advertising programs using integrated marketing communications. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 352 - Personal Selling and Sales Management 3 hours
Emphasis on techniques and skills of personal selling. Sales presentations required. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 354 - Public Relations Writing 3 hours
The primary goal of the course is to help students develop the professional writing skills expected of beginning public relations practitioners emphasizing the different approaches required for particular audiences and media. The course covers all forms of writing for public relations, including press releases, public service annoucements, magazine queries, securing television and radio interviews, coverage memos, media alerts, features, trade press releases, newsletters, backgrounders, and public relations presentations. Prerequisite: MGMT 254 .
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MKTG 360 - E-Marketing 3 hours
This course explores how the Internet can be used effectively to enhance the marketing activities of corporate enterprises, non-profits and government agencies. Prerequisites: CISS 170 and MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 370 - Social Media 3 hours
The course researches, discusses, explores and demonstrates the ability to use emerging social media and marketing technologies for marketing and public relations uses within a for-profit or not-for-profit firm. Scholarly research writings from marketing and PR professional are reviewed and discussed. Students apply the online marketing and PR concepts in real time social media and marketing usage. Topics covered may include: blogs, Twitter, Facebook, wikis, podcasts, social bookmarking, RSS feeds, viral video, and other emerging web technologies. Introduction to individual and environmental determinants of the behavior of consumers. Use of knowledge of consumers’ behavior to plan, implement and control marketing activities. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 399 - Marketing Internship 1-12 hours
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MKTG 410 - Global Marketing 3 hours
Survey of current international marketing strategy including the historical context of global marketing and current environmental issues and marketing management techniques. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 . Course meets Multicultural graduation requirements.
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MKTG 441 - Marketing Research 3 hours
A managerial approach to this highly technical and quantitative field. Prerequisites: MKTG 310 , MATH 250 .
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MKTG 460 - Public Relations Campaigns 3 hours
This is the capstone course for the Public Relations (PR) major. Students synthesize all that has been learned in prior marketing and public relations courses to develop a PR campaign for an actual client. This course is designed to help develop and refine critical thinking on the part of the student in selecting, creating and applying tools, techniques and principles of public relations to a variety of managerial cases and problem situations. Use of real-life case studies, tracking of current public relations issues, and creation of a full-scale public relations plan for an actual “client” are planned. This course is for those students close to graduation, who have mastered most or all of the skills courses and are ready to apply themselves to a genuine public relations problem. Prerequisite: MKTG 332 .
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MKTG 478 - Marketing Management 3 hours
Examination of the role of the marketing manager in analyzing, planning, implementing and controlling the marketing programs of an enterprise. Case work is used. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 480 - Sports and Event Marketing 3 hours
Examination of the role of marketing in analyzing, planning, implementing and controlling the marketing programs of a sports enterprise. Prerequisite: MKTG 310 .
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MKTG 499 - Marketing Internship 1-3 hours
Internships in the Business Administration Department provide academic field experience by combining theory and practice in a business setting. Internship proposals must clearly demonstrate that the student will be engaged in a field experience that is directly related to their course of study, not engaged simply in a work experience. Internship opportunities are available in a broad range of organizations: public and private; large and small; profit and non-profit. Prerequisites: Senior standing, cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher, completed a minimum of 24 hours in core courses; completed a minimum of nine Columbia College upper-level hours in Business Administration courses.
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Mathematics (MATH) |
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MATH 102 - Mathematics for the Elementary School Teacher 3 hours
This course is designed to help preservice elementary school teachers develop a conceptual framework for mathematics, especially for those aspects normally experienced in elementary school. Through their work in the course the students study the main themes of mathematics throughout the curriculum, considering both mathematical and pedagogical content issues in teaching mathematics. Topics include sets, logic, informal geometry, numeration systems, properties of real numbers and an introduction to probability and statistics. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 104 or a score of 19 or above on the math portion of the ACT or 460 or above SAT score, or a passing score on the Columbia College math placement exam.
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MATH 104 - Beginning Algebra 3 hours
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of algebra. Review of fractions, decimals and signed numbers. Methods for solving linear equations, linear inequalities, and systems of linear equations. Thorough treatment of graphing lines and linear equalities in the plane. Introduction to rules of exponents. Real-world applications are integrated throughout the course. Students must repeat the course if a grade of U, F, or D grade is awarded.
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MATH 106 - Intermediate Algebra 3 hours
Second course in a three-course sequence in algebra. Review of graphing lines. An introduction to solving systems of linear equations, exponents, polynomial expressions, square roots, zeros of polynomials, quadratic equations, and graphs of parabolas. Students must repeat the course if a U, F or D grade is awarded. Prerequisite: A passing score on the Columbia College math placement exam or MATH 104 with a grade of C or higher or a score of 19 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or 460 or above SAT score.
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MATH 150 - College Algebra 3 hours
Fundamental algebraic concepts are examined in the context of real world applications. Linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions are explored with emphasis on their numerical, graphical, and algebraic properties. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 106 or a score of 21 or above on the math portion of the ACT (or if the ACT was taken before September 1989, a score of 20) or 500 or above SAT score, or a passing score on the Columbia College math placement exam. G.E.
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MATH 155 - Algebraic Reasoning for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3 hours
This course introduces some basic concepts of number theory and modern algebra that underlie elementary and middle school arithmetic and algebra, with a focus on collaborative learning and technology. Prerequisites: MATH 102 and MATH 150 (or higher).
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MATH 165 - Geometric Reasoning for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3 hours
This course introduces some basic concepts of geometric and measurement that underlie these concepts in elementary and middle school grades, with a focus on collaborative learning and technology. Prerequisites: MATH 102 and MATH 150 (or higher).
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MATH 170 - Finite Mathematics 3 hours
This course presents a variety of applications of algebra to real-world problems and includes an introduction to set theory, probability and statistics. Topics include linear functions, systems of linear equations and inequalities, matrices, linear programming, basic counting and probability, and the mathematics of finance. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 106 , or a score of 21 or above on the math portion of the ACT (or if the ACT was taken before September 1989, a score of 20) or 500 or above SAT score, or a passing grade on the Columbia College math placement exam. G.E.
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MATH 180 - Precalculus 3 hours
Precalculus is a preparatory course for calculus and covers the following topics: algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions; trigonometric equations and trigonometric identities. Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in MATH 150 , or a score of 24 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or 540 or higher SAT score or a passing score on the Columbia College math placement exam. G.E.
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MATH 200 - Calculus for Business and Finance 3 hours
Introduction to analytic geometry; limits, derivatives, definite integrals and their applications. Cross-listed as MGMT 200 . Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 150 or MATH 180 ; or a score of 23 or higher on math portion of the ACT or 540 or above SAT score.
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MATH 201 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 hours
The first part of the three-part calculus series. Topics include: review of algebra and trigonometry; functions and limits; derivatives and their applications; the integrals and their applications. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 180 or a score of 26 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or 590 or above SAT score or passing grade on the Columbia College math placement exam. G.E.
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MATH 215 - Differential Calculus 3 hours
First of a four-session sequence covering calculus and analytic geometry. Focus on functions, limits, and use of derivatives to solve practical problems. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 180 .
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MATH 222 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 5 hours
The second part of the three-part calculus series. Transcendental functions, techniques of integration, improper integrals, infinite series and power series, parametrized curves and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: MATH 201 with grade of C or higher.
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MATH 225 - Discrete Mathematics I 3 hours
This course provides a foundation in formal mathematics and theorem-proving. Topics include functions, relations, sets, simple proof techniques, propositional logic, elementary number theory, the fundamentals of counting, recursion, and an introduction to algorithms. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 201 .
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MATH 226 - Integral Calculus I 3 hours
Second course of a four-session sequence. Focus on the use of integrals to solve a variety of practical problems. Topics include derivatives of exponential, hyperbolic, trigonometric functions and partial derivatives. Prerequisite: MATH 215 with a grade of C or higher.
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MATH 235 - Integral Calculus II 3 hours
Third course of a four-session sequence. Topics include use of elementary integration, formulations, trigonometric substitutions, Cauchy’s and Taylor’s formula, and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: MATH 226 with a grade of C or higher.
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MATH 250 - Statistics I 3 hours
Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include collection of data, numerical and graphical descriptive methods, linear correlation and regression, probability concepts and distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for means and proportions. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or MATH 170 or MATH 180 or MATH 201 . G.E.
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MATH 251 - Statistics II 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Statistics I. Topics include hypothesis testing, regression, correlation, statistical decision theory, analysis of variance and nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: MATH 250 .
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MATH 300 - Multivariate Calculus 3 hours
Two and three dimensional vectors, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line and surface integrals. Prerequisite: MATH 222 or MATH 235 .
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MATH 303 - Linear Algebra 3 hours
Vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices and determinants, with applications to systems of linear equations, geometry and other selected topics. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 201 .
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MATH 304 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra 3 hours
Introduction to algebraic systems, their motivation, definitions and basic properties. Primary emphasis is on group theory (permutation and cyclic groups, subgroups, homomorphism, quotient groups) and is followed by a brief survey of rings, integral domains and fields. Prerequisites: Grade of C or higher in both MATH 222 and MATH 225 .
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MATH 305 - Number Theory 3 hours
The goal of this course is to provide a modern treatment of number theory. The student learns more about integers and their properties, important number-theoretical ideas and their applications. The course emphasizes reading and writing proofs. Prerequisites: Grade of C or higher in both MATH 222 and MATH 225 .
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MATH 325 - Discrete Mathematics II 3 hours
This course continues the discussion begun in Discrete Mathematics I (MATH 225 ) and serves to develop students’ understanding of the discrete mathematical concepts that underlie computer science. Topics in this second course include recurrence relations, graphs, paths and circuits, trees and optimization and matching theory. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 225 .
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MATH 330 - History of Mathematics 3 hours
The goals of this course are to develop knowledge of the contributions made by mathematicians and the influence these contributions have made to the development of human thought and culture over time. The course provides a chronological tracing of mathematics from the ancient Chinese into modern times, with an emphasis on problems and the individuals who formulated and solved them. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 222 . Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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MATH 331 - Foundations of Geometry 3 hours
This course provides students with the opportunity to broaden and deepen the understanding of Euclidean Geometry usually encountered in a high school geometry course. The course extends the geometric experience to non-Euclidean topics and serves to unify the study of geometry as the result of a system of axioms. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 226 .
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MATH 338 - Mathematical Statistics and Probability 3 hours
A calculus-based introduction to statistical methods starting with basic probability, distribution theory, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests and sampling. Prerequisite: MATH 222 or MATH 235 .
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MATH 340 - Introduction to Probability Theory 3 hours
Probability spaces; random variables and their distributions; repeated trials; probability limit theorem. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 222 .
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MATH 362 - Introduction to Automata Theory, Languages and Computation 3 hours
The study of formal languages, grammars, abstract computer models, and computability. Different models of computation and their relationships with formal languages as well as capabilities and limitations of these models are studied from a theoretical perspective. Cross-listed as CISS 362 . Prerequisites: MATH 225 and CISS 240 .
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MATH 370 - Differential Equations 3 hours
Ordinary differential equations and systems with application to the sciences and engineering. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 222 or MATH 235 .
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MATH 371 - Introduction to Complex Variables 3 hours
Introduction to the basic tools of the theory of complex variables, such as complex differentiation and the Cauchy-Rieman equations, analytic functions, complex series, complex contour integration, residues, poles and conformational mapping. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 222 .
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MATH 380 - Advanced Calculus I 3 hours
Rigorous development of some central ideas in analysis including limits, continuity and differentiability. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 222 or MATH 235 .
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MATH 381 - Advanced Calculus II 3 hours
A second course in mathematical analysis on the real line. Topics include: the Riemann integral, infinite series, and sequences and series of functions. Prerequisite: MATH 380 .
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MATH 390 - Introduction to Topology 3 hours
Introduction to the topological concepts that underlie analysis. Included are metric spaces, topological spaces, separation, compactness, convergence, completeness and connectedness. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 222 and MATH 225 . MATH 380 recommended.
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MATH 399 - Math Teaching Internship 1-6 hours
This course is recommended for those students who plan to attend graduate school or who plan to teach secondary school mathematics. Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each credit hour. Students will assist full-time day faculty members in teaching any 100- or 200-level mathematics course. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement and will determine the role the intern will play in the observed course. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: MATH 222 and MATH 225 with a grade of B or higher, Junior standing, minimum 3.0 GPA in major core classes at time of registration for internship. Students may register for no more than 6 mathematics internship credits during their time at Columbia College.
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MATH 451 - Introduction to Cryptography and Computer Security 3 hours
An introduction to cryptography and computer security. Topics include cryptographic methods, hash functions, key exchange, secure communication, message authentication, digital signatures, network security, system security, modern day security protocols and standards. Cross-listed as CISS 451 . Prerequisites: MATH 225 ; CISS 245 or CISS 243 .
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MATH 493 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics for Teachers 3 hours
A seminar course required as a culminating experience for mathematics majors who are seeking certification to teach at the elementary, middle or secondary levels. Students analyze problems from elementary, middle and high school mathematics from an advanced perspective and explicitly make connections between the concepts taught in elementary, middle and secondary and their more abstract analogues encountered in undergraduate mathematical courses. A grade of C or higher is required. Prerequisites: Senior standing, admission to the Teacher Certification Program, EDUC 358 or EDUC 359 or EDUC 360 .
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MATH 494 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics 3 hours
A seminar course required as a culminating experience for mathematics majors. Students prepare and present a portfolio following departmental guidelines to document achievement of the learning goals for the mathematics major. Additionally, students present a lecture on a topic not covered in core courses in consultation with the instructor and take the Major Field Test for Mathematics. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
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Military Science (MSCI) |
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MSCI 1100 - Foundations of Officership 1 hour
Introduces students to issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer’s responsibilities. Establish framework for understanding officership, leadership, and Army values followed and “life skills” such as physical fitness and time management.
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MSCI 1110 - Introductory Military Science Laboratory I 1 hour
Field application of skills taught in Military Science 1100, to include leadership, land navigation, tactical skills and basic soldier skills. Prerequisite: MILS 1100.
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MSCI 1120 - Basic Leadership 1 hour
Establishes foundation of basic leadership fundamentals such as problem solving, communication, briefings and effective writing, goal setting, techniques for improving listening and speaking skills and an introduction to counseling.
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MSCI 1130 - Introductory Military Science Laboratory II 1 hour
Field application of skills taught in Military Science 1120, to include leadership, land navigation, tactical skills and basic soldier skills. Prerequisite: MILS 1120.
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MSCI 2160 - Topics in Military Science 1-2 hours
Organized study of selected military science topics. Subjects and credit vary semester to semester. Repeatable once with departmental consent. Prerequisites: departmental consent.
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MSCI 2200 - Individual Leadership Studies 2 hours
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.
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MSCI 2200 - Individual Leadership Studies 2 hours
Study of military leadership, practical application of critical reasoning and individual judgement with emphasis on developing leaders. Application of physical fitness plan, land navigation and confidence skills. Introduction to military orders. Written and oral presentations required.
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MSCI 2210 - Intermediate Military Science Lab I 1 hour
Progressively more challenging leadership scenarios presented in a field and classroom environment. Students practice basic military skills such as squad-level offensive and defensive operations. First aid topics and drill and ceremony are also taught. Prerequisite: MILS 2200.
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MSCI 2220 - Leadership and Teamwork 2 hours
Study examines how to build successful teams, various methods for influencing action, effective communication in selling and achieving goals, the importance of timing the decision, creativity in the problem solving process, and obtaining team buy-in through immediate feedback.
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MSCI 2220 - Leadership and Teamwork 2 hours
Introduction to values and ethics with emphasis on developing leaders. Students learn officer duties including counseling and mentoring techniques. Practical application of confidence skills and marksmanship. Further study of military orders. Written and oral presentations required.
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MSCI 2230 - Intermed. Military Science Lab II 1 hour
Progressively more challenging leadership scenarios presented in a field and classroom environment. Students practice basic military skills such as platoon-level offensive and defensive operations. Practical application of night land navigation. Prerequisite: MILS 2220.
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MSCI 2230 - Intermed. Military Science Lab II 1 hour
Progressively more challenging leadership scenarios presented in a field and classroom environment. Students practice basic military skills such as platoon-level offensive and defensive operations. First aid topics and drill and ceremony are also taught.
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MSCI 3160 - Death by a Thousand Cuts: Counterinsurgency/Insurgency the American Experience 3 hours
This course explores the problem of insurgency and counterinsurgency in terms of what we can learn from these conflicts. It examines counterinsurgency theory and practice, the Philippine Insurrection, Banana Wars, Vietnam War, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
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MSCI 3161 - The American Experience in Vietnam 3 hours
This course was developed to provide students the opportunity to examine the American experience in the Vietnam War, to search for meanings in this experience, and to arrive at their own conclusions concerning the impact of the war upon the nation. Moreover, it challenges the students to think critically about war and the use of military power to settle differences between nations. May be repeated for credit.
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MSCI 3162 - Counterinsurgency in Asia 3 hours
This course explores the problem of insurgency and counterinsurgency in Asia in terms of what we can learn from these conflicts. The course examines the insurgency in the Philippine Insurrection 1899-1902, the Vietnam War, the Soviet-Afghan War, in Thailand, Sri Lanka and Malayan Emergency. May be repeated for credit.
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MSCI 3163 - U.S. Military History in the Western Tradition 3 hours
Analysis of United States military history from the Colonial period to the present, (1609-2012). It is a comprehensive look into the evolution of warfare in America, military traditions and heritage, and technology. This course analyzes the following: American Revolution, War of 1812, Mexican American War, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, World War I, Inter War Period, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, Afghanistan and Iraq. All cadets are required to take this course for commissioning. May be repeated for credit.
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MSCI 3163 - U.S. Military History in the Western Tradition 3 hours
Analysis of United States military history from the Colonial period to the present, (1609-2012). It is a comprehensive look into the evolution of warfare in America, military traditions and heritage, and technology. This course analyzes the following: American Revolution, War of 1812, Mexican American War, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, World War I, Inter War Period, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, Afghanistan and Iraq.
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MSCI 3230 - Leadership and Problem Solving 3 hours
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 on leadership abilities. Prerequisite: departmental consent.
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MSCI 3240 - Leadership and Ethics 3 hours
Examines the role communications, values, and ethics play in effective leadership. Topics include ethical decisionmaking, considerations of others, spirituality in the military, and survey Army leadership doctrine. Emphasis on improving oral and written communication ability. Prerequisite: MILS 3230.
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MSCI 3250 - Leadership and Management 3 hours
Develops student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and mentoring subordinates. Students explore training management, methods of effective staff collaboration, and developmental counseling techniques. Prerequisite: MILS 3240.
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MSCI 3260 - Officership 3 hours
Study includes case study analysis of military law and practical exercises on establishing on ethical command climate, service as an officer; capstone exercise. Leadership lab Students must complete a semester long Senior Leadership Project that requires them to plan, organize, collaborate, analyze, and demonstrate their leadership skills. Prerequisite: MILS 3250.
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MSCI 3270 - Advanced Transition to Lieutenant I 3 hours
Independent research, analysis and monthly discussion on related military topics. Personal, academic and professional goals and objectives, development and maintenance of an officer evaluation report support form. Prerequisites: MILS 1100, 2200, 3230, and 3250 or department head permission.
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Music (MUSI) |
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MUSI 101 - Recital Attendance 0 hours
Zero-credit, pass/fail course requires that students enrolled in applied music lessons attend two Music Program convocations and a minimum of 6 department or community recitals per semester. Registered students who are not music majors may forgo the convocations. Pass/fail is determined by attendance.
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MUSI 102 - Music Fundamentals 3 hours
An introduction to the elements of music. Designed for the music major whose score is below the minimum on the Music Placement Exam, for the non-music major to fulfill music minor requirements, or the non-music major, upon instructor permission. Coursework includes staff, clefs, scales, key signatures, triads, meter and rhythm, application of theory at the keyboard, and aural skill development. Computer programs to supplement course work may be required.
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MUSI 122 - Music Appreciation 3 hours
A musical appreciation course focusing on European and American works since 1500. G.E.
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MUSI 123 - Music in World Cultures 3 hours
This course explores music as an aspect of human culture focusing on selected non-Western music styles of Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe and the Americas. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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MUSI 134 - Music Theory I 3 hours
Introduction to the fundamental materials of music. Includes a review of music fundamentals, the tonic, dominant, subdominant and leading tone triads, the triad in inversion, and the C clefs. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Advanced Placement Music Theory in high school, satisfactory score on Music Placement Exam or a grade of C or better in MUSI 102 . Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 135 .
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MUSI 135 - Aural Skills I 1 hour
Students will pursue the development of musical independence, including sight singing, ear training, rhythmic reading, dictation, and part singing. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Advanced Placement Music Theory in high school, satisfactory score on the Music Placement Exam or a grade of C or better in MUSI 102 . Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 134 .
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MUSI 160 - Jane Froman Singers 1 hour
The Jane Froman Singers, a select choral ensemble, is dedicated to the performance of advanced music ranging from Renaissance to contemporary works. Membership in the ensemble requires extensive rehearsal, performance, and travel. Students must complete four semesters of MUSI 160 or have obtained Junior standing in order to take MUSI 360.
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