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ARCHIVED 2016-17 CAS Crete Campus Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses of Instruction
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Music Performance |
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MUS 412I - Improvisation Lessons (1)
Lessons for students interested in the art of musical improvisation. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the skills and techniques required to create improvised musical ideas. Students may, after consultation with the instructor, choose to focus on vocal or instrumental improvisation.
Prerequisite: MUS 411I .
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MUS 412S - Composition and Song Writing Lessons (1)
Private instruction in the art of composing and/or songwriting. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the skills required to properly notate musical ideas and concepts and be able to accurately transfer their aural image of musical ideas into written form.
Prerequisite: MUS 215 or permission.
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Music Pedagogy |
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MUS 100 - Piano Proficiency (0)
All music majors are required to pass a piano-playing proficiency exam. Completion of the piano proficiency examination with a grade of “B” or above on each part of the exam fulfills the music major piano proficiency requirement. The examination includes basic piano skills such as scales, simple improvised accompaniment, sight reading and selected prepared works. Students may fulfill the piano proficiency requirement any time before the end of the second semester of their junior year.
Students will not be allowed to student teach or graduate until this requirement has been fulfilled.
(Pass/Fail)
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MUS 121 - Introduction to Music Education (1)
A course designed to provide an overview and framework for study of music education. Students will become familiar with the basic concepts of music education through reading, writing, discussion and experiences. Students will also assess their attitudes, skills, and appreciation of music as an art form and education as a means by which one enriches the lives of young people in grades K-12.
Offered spring term.
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MUS 204 - Basic Conducting (2)
An introduction to the basic grammar of conducting. Objectives include the mastery of basic beat patterns, beat styles, cuing and other interpretive gestures. Upon successful completion, students will have an understanding of the basic conducting gestures, patterns, position, and style.
Prerequisite: MUS 115 .
Offered spring term.
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MUS 205 - Percussion/String Methods (2)
A pragmatic approach to the study of instrumental performance. Students develop a basic playing proficiency on string and percussion instruments.
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MUS 207 - Brass Techniques (1)
An experiential course in the techniques of playing brass instruments for all future music educators. Students will be able to successfully demonstrate 1) familiarity with and nomenclature of each instrument, 2) proper playing position, 3) proper embouchure formation, 4) basic technical proficiency and 5) an awareness of how to teach beginning students.
Offered spring term.
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MUS 208 - Woodwind Techniques (1)
An experiential course in the techniques of playing woodwind instruments for all future music educators. Students will be able to successfully demonstrate 1) familiarity with and nomenclature of each instrument, 2) proper playing position, 3) proper embouchure formation, 4) basic technical proficiency and 5) an awareness of how to teach beginning students.
Offered spring term.
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MUS 221 - Elementary Music Methods (3)
This course examines developmentally appropriate techniques and approaches to teaching music in the elementary grades. Dalcroze, Kodaly, Orff, as well as other music learning approaches, are examined. Students have the opportunity to develop and collect resources and materials to support a comprehensive music program in the elementary schools. At the completion of this course, students will be able to successfully administer and teach in a general music program.
Offered fall term.
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MUS 226 - Music and Movement for Young Children (3)
A study of the elementary principles of music and methods of developing the child and adolescent’s (including early child, elementary, and middle grade settings) musical growth through various phases of musical activity. The course is designed for prospective elementary teachers with little or no technical music background. Not open to music majors.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in professional term, or permission.
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MUS 231 - Accompanying (2)
The study of the role of accompanist as co-artist. Standard vocal and instrumental repertoire is studied and performed, with emphasis on the development of sight reading and ensemble skills.
Prerequisite: Intermediate pianist skill level and permission.
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MUS 305 - Advanced Conducting (2)
Refining the basic conducting skills, with emphasis on the development of score reading, skills, rehearsal preparation and techniques, and the development of interpretive skills.
Prerequisite: MUS 204 and MUS 215 .
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MUS 309 - Diction (2)
The study of Italian, English, German and French diction as applied to the interpretation of and instruction in vocal and choral music.
Offered odd spring terms.
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MUS 316 - Foundations of Music Teaching and Learning (0)
This course presents strategies for planning and teaching a comprehensive middle school and high school music program based on the MENC National Standards. Planning, curriculum development, administration and organization of music programs, technology related to music teaching, historical perspectives in music education, and the research of issues related to music education will be focus topics of study. Students will learn to incorporate the National Standards and Comprehensive Musicianship curricular structures into both general music settings as well as performance-based courses through a variety of learning activities.
Prerequisite: MUS 221 or permission.
Offered spring term.
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MUS 331 - Choral Methods (3)
A survey of quality repertoire for solo voice and a variety of vocal ensembles, music from the common practice period suitable for use in the public schools, and choral music teaching methods at the middle and secondary levels with an emphasis on various teaching strategies, rehearsal techniques, practical organization skills, and current trends will be the focus of this course. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to successfully administer and instruct in grades 5-12 choral program.
Co-requisite: MUS 215 or permission.
Offered fall term.
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MUS 332 - Piano Pedagogy (2)
A study of beginning piano instruction involving current pedagogical theories and teaching methods and materials.
Prerequisite: Permission.
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MUS 341 - Instrumental Methods (3)
This course examines a body of literature for teaching 5-12 grade instrumental programs with a focus on administrative approaches, rehearsal techniques, and modern comprehensive teaching styles for the elementary, middle school and secondary instrumental teacher. At the completion of this course, students will be able to successfully administer and instruct in grades 5-12 instrumental program in the schools.
Prerequisite: MUS 215 or permission.
Offered fall term.
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MUS 421 - Music Internship (0-12)
On-the-job experience in music.
Prerequisite: CED 205 or permission.
(Pass/Fail)
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MUS 426 - Seminar in Music Teaching (4)
This course provides opportunities for students to share common problems and solutions during the student teaching experience. A review and continued examination of organizational strategies, management techniques, teaching methodologies, and practices are discussed as students are in their student teaching semester. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to teach in their first year.
Prerequisite: MUS 316 and enrolled concurrently in EDU 455 .
Offered fall term.
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MUS 431 - Advanced Topics in Music Education (2)
This course will provide students an opportunity to enhance learning and skills in discrete areas of interest for each student based on projected classroom teaching needs. Students will have the opportunity to select two options from several 1 credit hour courses to take in the spring semester of their senior year.
Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission.
Offered spring term.
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Music Theory, History and Literature |
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MUS 115 - Theory of Music I (3)
A study of the elements of music, including melody, harmony, and rhythm, and of four-part writing, including aural perception of materials written. Upon successful completion, students will be able to analyze, notate, and identify, both visually and aurally, triads in root position and inversions, cadences, harmonic progressions, figured bass realization, and non-harmonic tones.
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MUS 115L - Aural Skills Lab (1)
This course is designed to develop a student’s aural skills which are essential for good musicianship. Upon Completion of this course students will be able to identify, perform, and notate intervals, scales, melodies, rhythms, and chord progressions through a variety of classroom activities, including dictation.
Co-requisite: MUS 115 .
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MUS 116 - Theory of Music II (3)
A continuation of the aural and written study of the common harmonic practices of the 18th and 19th centuries. Upon successful completion, students will be able to analyze, notate and identify, both visually and aurally, seventh chords, secondary dominants, borrowed chords, and modulations.
Prerequisite: MUS 115 or permission,
co-requisite MUS 235 .
Offered fall term.
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MUS 116L - Aural Skills Lab (1)
This course is designed to develop a student’s aural skills which are essential for good musicianship. Upon Completion of this course students will be able to identify, perform, and notate intervals, scales, melodies, rhythms, and chord progressions through a variety of classroom activities, including dictation.
Co-requisite: MUS 116 .
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MUS 125 - History of Rock and Roll (3)
Rock and Roll is the music of youth, rebellion, and of the common spirit that ties all that together. Rock and Roll music tells the story of the human spirit involving controversy, tragedy, self-indulgence, love, sex, peace, and tranquility. This class will trace the history of Rock and Roll music from its rise as a blending of White and African-American music traditions amidst the youth oriented culture of post-World War II America to its subsequent diversification and internationalization. This history will be viewed in the context of the political, historical, economical, demographical, cultural and technological forces at work in the modern and post-modern world. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to: 1) Demonstrate an awareness of the major factors involved in the development of Rock and Roll from its roots to the present; 2) Develop an aural awareness of the changing sounds of Rock and Roll over time; 3) Classify the subject of a pop song into cultural/social categories such as environment, peace/antiwar, sports, social upheaval, justice/injustice, civil rights, economics, gender roles in society, romantic love, sex, alienation, introspection, counter culture, etc.; 4) Demonstrate the art of song writing using music technology.
Offered summer online.
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MUS 215 - Theory of Music III (3)
A continuation of the aural and written study of the common harmonic practices of the 18th and 19th centuries. Upon successful completion, students will be able to analyze, notate, and identify, both visually and aurally, augmented sixth chords, Neapolitan sixth chords, chromatic thirds, and 9th, 11th, and 13th chords.
Prerequisite: MUS 116 or permission
Co-requisite MUS 307 .
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MUS 215L - Aural Skills Lab (1)
This course is designed to develop a student’s aural skills which are essential for good musicianship. Upon Completion of this course students will be able to identify, perform, and notate intervals, scales, melodies, rhythms, and chord progressions through a variety of classroom activities, including dictation.
Co-requisite: MUS 215 .
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MUS 217 - Theory of Music IV (2)
A continuation of the aural and written study of the elements of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, tone color texture and form). Upon successful completion, students will be able to analyze, notate, and identify, both visually and aurally a variety of musical concepts.
Prerequisite: MUS 215 or permission.
Offered spring term.
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MUS 235 - Survey of Musical Literature (2)
A general survey of the literature of Western music. Upon successful completion, students will have an understanding of the major style periods of musical history, important forms and procedures in musical composition, basic analytical and score-reading skills, and a variety of important musical compositions.
Prerequisite: MUS 115 or permission
Co-requisite MUS 215 .
Offered fall term.
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MUS 271/371/471 - Selected Topics (1-3)
An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction.
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MUS 290/390/490 - Directed Study (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and availability and approval of the faculty.
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MUS 307 - History of Music I (3)
A survey of the history and literature of Western music from c. 1600 to 1900. Upon successful completion, students will be familiar with the numerous important styles, genres, and composers of this period, and will be able to place this information within the context of cultural history. Important musical compositions will be analyzed for musical content and cultural impact.
Prerequisite: MUS 116 , MUS 235
co-enrollment in MUS 215 .
Offered spring term.
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MUS 308 - History of Music II (2)
A survey of 20th century music, with analysis of selected representative compositions. Upon successful completion, students will become aware of the many cultural and stylistic strains in the music of the 20th century and begin to study ways in which this music is organized and communicates meaning.
Prerequisite: MUS 215 and MUS 307 .
Offered fall term.
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MUS 335 - World Music (3)
A survey/appreciation course to stimulate interest in music of other cultures, including Eastern, Latin American, African, and Spanish civilizations.
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MUS 496 - Senior Seminar (2)
A capstone event that combines skills in analysis, historical research and writing. Topics for inquiry include the detailed analysis of significant works in the repertoire.
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Music Performance Ensembles |
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MUS 190 - Concert Band (0-1)
An all-college instrumental ensemble. The concert band presents several concerts throughout the year.
Prerequisite: Audition.
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MUS 191 - Doane Choir (0-1)
Doane’s premier choral ensemble. The choir presents several concerts throughout the year and tours annually.
Prerequisite: Audition.
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MUS 192 - Collegiate Chorale (0-1)
An all-college choral ensemble. The Collegiate Chorale presents several concerts throughout the year.
Prerequisite: Permission.
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MUS 193 - Jazz Band (0-1)
A jazz combo of select instrumentalists. Jazz Band is the vehicle for learning improvisation.
Prerequisite: Audition.
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MUS 194 - Jazz Unlimited (0-1)
A small, highly select group of singers with a repertoire of music from all periods. Upon successful completion, students will be able to perform solo and ensemble music from musical theater, jazz classics, and operetta.
Prerequisite: Audition.
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MUS 195 - Symphonic Wind Ensemble (0-1)
The premier wind organization of the college. The Symphonic Wind Ensemble presents several concerts throughout the school year and makes an annual tour.
Prerequisite: Audition.
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MUS 196 - String Chamber Music (0-1)
This course provides an opportunity for string players to perform chamber music in both small and larger ensembles.
Prerequisite: Audition.
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MUS 197 - Doublewide (0-1)
A highly select ensemble of tenor and bass voices who perform music in all genres, including classical, doo-wop, barbershop, vocal jazz, gospel, and spiritual styles.
Prerequisite: Fall audition.
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MUS 198 - Women’s Chorale (0-1)
A choral ensemble open to all female students. The Women’s Chorale presents several concerts throughout the year. Students will learn the elements of musical performance as they relate to choral singing in a variety of styles, genres and historical periods.
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Music Performance Activities |
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ATV 106 - Tiger Pep Band (0-1)
Tiger Pep Band is open to all students. The pep band performs at selected football games during the course of the fall semester.
(Pass/Fail)
Offered fall semester.
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Philosophy-Religion |
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PRE 110 - Philosophical Problems (3)
An investigation of the nature, methods, and core problems in philosophy. Students will be exposed to select canonical figures in philosophy including Plato, Aristotle, Locke, Hume, Kant, and Sartre. Upon completion, students will be able to describe typical solutions to the core problems in philosophy and also synthesize arguments of their own.
Offered spring term.
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PRE 111 - Ethics (3)
An examination of philosophical theories on the foundations, principles, and applications of ethics. Upon completion, students will be able to describe the theories of Egoism, Virtue Ethics, Utilitarianism, the Social Contract, and Kantian Ethics. Also, students will be able to apply the insights of these theories to contemporary moral issues.
Offered fall term.
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PRE 115 - Comparative Religions (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to the major religious traditions of our world. Attention will be paid to primary sources as well as secondary literature, as well as history, culture, and aesthetic issues. The student should, by completion of the course, be aware of the major tenets, aesthetic expressions, and lived practices in each tradition.
Offered fall term
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PRE 120 - Introduction to the Old Testament (3)
This course is designed as a one-semester introduction to the history and culture reflected in and the literature contained in the Old Testament. We will read large portions of this library in order to understand the culture(s) that produced it, as well as its impact on our culture today. For students, the objectives of the course are: 1) to be familiar with as well as appreciate the literature in the Old Testament; 2) to understand this literature in terms of its historical and cultural context (i.e., events, movements, values, ideologies, and self-understandings), as well as to engage it as literature; 3) to examine the influence these texts have and continue to have on our culture(s) and thought(s); and 4) to develop both study skills and time-management talents as well as an informed view of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources and in-class discussion.
Offered fall terms.
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PRE 121 - Introduction to the New Testament (3)
This course is designed as a one-semester introduction to the history and culture reflected in and the literature contained in the New Testament. We will read this entire library in order to understand the culture(s) that produced it, as well as its impact on our culture today. For students, the objectives of the course are: 1) to be familiar with as well as appreciate the literature in the New Testament; 2) to understand this literature in terms of its historical and cultural context (i.e., events, movements, values, ideologies, and self-understandings), as well as to engage it as literature; 3) to examine the influence these texts have and continue to have on our culture(s) and thought(s); and 4) to develop both study skills and time-management talents as well as an informed view of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources and in-class discussion.
Offered spring terms.
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Philosophy |
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PHI 105 - Logic and Critical Thinking (3)
This course provides students the opportunity to develop the skills needed for careful analytic reasoning and problem solving. Students will examine the nature and structure of arguments, the argumentative categories of induction and deduction, the criteria of validity and soundness, fallacies, and the fundamentals of formal symbolic logic. Upon completion, students will be able to evaluate and construct arguments in both prose and symbolic formats. This course is particularly recommended for any student who anticipates taking an advanced test for admission to graduate or professional programs.
Offered fall terms.
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PHI 210 - Ancient and Medieval Philosophy (3)
An examination of Greek philosophy, concentrating on Plato’s Republic and ending with Aristotle. This is followed by a brief study of the spiritual renaissance seen in Plotinus and culminating in the works of St. Augustine.
Offered odd spring terms.
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PHI 212 - Modern and Contemporary Philosophy (3)
This course provides an overview of western Philosophy from the Renaissance to the present, with special emphasis on a selected few of the more important philosophers and the schools of thought they represent. Upon completion, students will be able to identify and define rationalism, empiricism, idealism, pragmatism, positivism and existentialism. Students will also be able to analyze and evaluate each school of thought, constructing arguments both in favor of and against each.
Offered even spring terms.
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PHI 271/371/471 - Selected Topics (1-3)
An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction.
Offered alternate years.
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PHI 290/390/490 - Directed Study (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the faculty.
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PHI 310 - Comparative Philosophy (3)
A comparison of western and non-western philosophies, paying particular attention to the traditions of India, China, Africa, Latin America, and Native America. These traditions will be studied along with the Analytic (Anglo-American) tradition and the Continental (European) tradition. Upon completion, students will be able to describe the major differences and similarities between and among these regional philosophical traditions. Furthermore, students will be able to apply their understanding of these differences and similarities to contemporary intercultural interactions.
Offered odd spring terms.
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PHI 315 - Philosophy of Science & Technology (3)
An examination of the philosophical questions raised by science and technology, particularly the ways that areas such as biology, physics, information technology and robotics affect our understandings of knowledge and knowers. Also, the social and moral implications of varied understandings will be explored. Upon completion, students will be able to trace the history of Western science and technology. They will also be able to describe our shifting understanding of what constitutes science, technology, and truth. They will master the application of terms such as: falsifiability, explanation, anomaly, paradigm, scientific revolution, multiple realizability. They will also be able to characterize the thought of prominent figures such as Einstein, Darwin, Kuhn, Arendt, and others.
Prerequisite: One course in Philosophy or Religious Studies or Permission.
Offered even fall terms.
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PHI 337 - Political Thought (3)
Analysis of the most prominent political writers from Plato to the present. Compares the ideas of those men with recent studies of political behavior.
Offered even fall terms.
(Cross-referenced with PSI 337 .)
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PHI 395 - Proseminar I (1)
A course to supplement a student’s background in the history of philosophy. Students independently watch a previously agreed upon number of videotapes on the history of philosophy and complete essays reviewing them. Videos will be supplemented by various readings, by resources from the Internet, and by regular discussions with the professor. Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate the ability to continue learning about philosophy on their own, with minimal guidance from a professor.
Prerequisite: Philosophy or Religious Studies major or minor.
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PHI 396 - Proseminar II (1)
A concentrated examination of current journal literature in philosophy. Students read from, and do research in, specified journals on a given topic. The work is reviewed regularly by the course professor. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify the major journals in their area of interest, and articulate the major positions in the journal literature on an area of their interest.
Prerequisite: Philosophy or Religious Studies major or minor.
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PHI 421 - Philosophy Internship (0-12)
On-the-job experience in philosophy.
Prerequisite: CED 205 or permission.
(Pass/Fail)
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PHI 495 - Examination and Thesis (3)
A comprehensive examination, emphasizing depth and interrelationships among ideas, is required of every major. An individually chosen thesis is read to the faculty and other students.
Prerequisite: One course in philosophy.
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Religious Studies |
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RST 271/371/471 - Selected Topics (1-3)
An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction.
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RST 290/390/490 - Directed Study (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the faculty.
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RST 305 - Christianity (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Christian history, theology, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Christianity in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Christianity through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various theologies, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Christians and Christian thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Christian practice through reading and discussion, as well as a field trip and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Christianity has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Christianity via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources; in-class discussion; firsthand experience; and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Christian thought and history; 2) the influence of Christianity on the arts and history; and 3) Christian practice.
Offered every other odd fall terms.
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RST 309 - Judaism (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Jewish history, theology, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Judaism in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Judaism through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various theologies, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Jews and Jewish thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Jewish practice through reading and discussion, as well as a field trip and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Judaism has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Judaism via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, firsthand experience, and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Jewish thought and history, 2) the influence of Judaism on the arts and history, and 3) Jewish practice.
Offered even fall terms.
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RST 310 - Jesus: History and Afterlives (3)
The first half of this course will focus on a) the historical and religious context of Jesus’ life and teachings; b) the primary texts about Jesus; and c) scholarly reconstructions of Jesus’ life and teachings. The second half of this course will examine how Jesus has been interpreted in cultural discourses such as art, literature, film, and other popular cultural genres. Upon successful completion of the course, students will a) be conversant with the primary texts about Jesus; b) have engaged various scholarly understandings of Jesus’ life and message; c) have examined the continuing reciprocal influence that exists between Jesus and the western aesthetic tradition; and d) have started to form their own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, firsthand experience, and independent research.
Offered even fall terms.
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RST 315 - Buddhism (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Buddhist history, religious thought, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Buddhism in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Buddhism through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various religious views, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Buddhists and Buddhist thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Buddhist practice through reading and discussion, as well as a field trip and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Buddhism has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Buddhism via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources; in-class discussion; firsthand experience; and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Buddhist thought and history; 2) the influence of Buddhism on the arts and history; and 3) Buddhist practice.
Offered even spring terms.
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RST 316 - The Book of Genesis (3)
This course is designed as a one-semester seminar that will examine the book of Genesis. We will read and discuss this text, as well as Jewish and Christian works based on it, in order to understand it as sacred literature and its impact on religion and culture today. For students, the objectives of the course are: 1) to be familiar with as well as have an appreciation of the book of Genesis; 2) to understand this literature in terms of its historical and cultural context (i.e., events, movements, values, ideologies, and self-understandings), as well as have engaged it as literature; 3) to explore the influence this text has had and continues to have on our culture(s) and thought(s) through engaging aesthetic and popular cultural interpretations; and 4) to develop study skills and time-management talents as well as an informed view of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, and independent research.
Offered even spring terms.
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RST 318 - Islam (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Islamic history, theology, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Islam in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Islam through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various theologies, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Muslims and Islamic thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Islamic practice through reading and discussion, as well as guest speakers and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Islam has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Islam via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources; in-class discussion; firsthand experience; and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Muslim thought and history; 2) the influence of Islam on the arts and history; and 3) Muslim practice.
Offered odd spring terms.
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RST 319 - Gender, Sexuality, Race, and the Bible (3)
This course examines the presence(s), result(s), and interpretation(s) of gender and race in biblical literature and the issues and problems those categories present to the reader. The objectives of the course are: 1) to alert ourselves to implicit and/or explicit ideologies of race and/or gender in biblical literature; 2) to awaken ourselves to various ways in which those ideologies have been and continue to be used to maintain various politics of oppression, as well as the status quo in differing contexts; 3) to engender critical reflection on and academic study of biblical literature, as well as challenge students to reflect upon their own position(s) within the ideologies of race found therein; 4) to reflect upon the way(s) in which these ideologies have contributed to both gender and racial inequalities, and in so doing examine how biblical literature has influenced our various modern understandings of race and gender; and 5) for students to develop their own view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, and independent research.
Offered odd fall terms.
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RST 325 - Religion and Popular Culture (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to the reciprocal relationship of religion and popular culture. More specifically, we will address the influence and impact religious ideas, themes, and texts have had on four species of media within our North American context: film, television, literature, and music; and also discuss how various spaces, places, and groupings function religiously. For students, the objectives of the course are: 1) to develop a critical vocabulary to examine and understand both religion and popular culture through reading and engaging theoretical writings; 2) to become familiar with selected central and/or current examples of popular culture influenced by religion; and 3) to develop their own view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, and independent research.
Offered odd spring terms.
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RST 405 - Christianity (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Christian history, theology, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Christianity in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Christianity through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various theologies, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Christians and Christian thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Christian practice through reading and discussion, as well as a field trip and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Christianity has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Christianity via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources; in-class discussion; firsthand experience; and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Christian thought and history; 2) the influence of Christianity on the arts and history; and 3) Christian practice.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Offered odd fall terms.
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RST 409 - Judaism (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Jewish history, theology, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Judaism in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Judaism through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various theologies, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Jews and Jewish thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Jewish practice through reading and discussion, as well as a field trip and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Judaism has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Judaism via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, firsthand experience, and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Jewish thought and history, 2) the influence of Judaism on the arts and history, and 3) Jewish practice.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Offered even fall terms.
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RST 415 - Buddhism (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Buddhist history, religious thought, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Buddhism in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Buddhism through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various religious views, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Buddhists and Buddhist thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Buddhist practice through reading and discussion, as well as a field trip and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Buddhism has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Buddhism via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources; in-class discussion; firsthand experience; and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Buddhist thought and history; 2) the influence of Buddhism on the arts and history; and 3) Buddhist practice.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Offered even spring terms.
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RST 416 - The Book of Genesis (3)
This course is designed as a one-semester seminar that will examine the book of Genesis. We will read and discuss this text, as well as Jewish and Christian works based on it, in order to understand it as sacred literature and its impact on religion and culture today. For students, the objectives of the course are: 1) to be familiar with as well as have an appreciation of the book of Genesis; 2) to understand this literature in terms of its historical and cultural context (i.e., events, movements, values, ideologies, and self-understandings), as well as have engaged it as literature; 3) to explore the influence this text has had and continues to have on our culture(s) and thought(s) through engaging aesthetic and popular cultural interpretations; and 4) to develop study skills and time-management talents as well as an informed view of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, and independent research.
Offered even spring terms.
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RST 418 - Islam (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to Islamic history, theology, culture, practice, and belief. We will survey the history of Islam in various geographical contexts, as well as examine different areas of thought. We will read primary and secondary texts in order to: 1) gain an appreciation for and understanding of Islam through examining its historical development; 2) discuss various theologies, beliefs, values, self understandings, aesthetic expressions, and intellectual claims of Muslims and Islamic thinkers throughout the ages; 3) experience Islamic practice through reading and discussion, as well as guest speakers and other practical experiences; 4) engage how Islam has impacted and continues to impact our world today; 5) engage Islam via fictional representations; and 6) develop students’ own informed view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources; in-class discussion; firsthand experience; and independent research. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of 1) Muslim thought and history; 2) the influence of Islam on the arts and history; and 3) Muslim practice.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Offered odd spring terms.
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RST 419 - Gender, Sexuality, Race, and the Bible (3)
This course examines the presence(s), result(s), and interpretation(s) of gender and race in biblical literature and the issues and problems those categories present to the reader. The objectives of the course are: 1) to alert ourselves to implicit and/or explicit ideologies of race and/or gender in biblical literature; 2) to awaken ourselves to various ways in which those ideologies have been and continue to be used to maintain various politics of oppression, as well as the status quo in differing contexts; 3) to engender critical reflection on and academic study of biblical literature, as well as challenge students to reflect upon their own position(s) within the ideologies of race found therein; 4) to reflect upon the way(s) in which these ideologies have contributed to both gender and racial inequalities, and in so doing examine how biblical literature has influenced our various modern understandings of race and gender; and 5) for students to develop their own view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, and independent research.
Offered odd fall terms.
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RST 421 - Religious Studies Internship (0-12)
On-the-job experience in religious studies.
Prerequisite: CED 205 or permission.
(Pass/Fail)
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RST 425 - Religion and Popular Culture (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to the reciprocal relationship of religion and popular culture. More specifically, we will address the influence and impact religious ideas, themes, and texts have had on four species of media within our North American context: film, television, literature, and music; and also discuss how various spaces, places, and groupings function religiously. For students, the objectives of the course are: 1) to develop a critical vocabulary to examine and understand both religion and popular culture through reading and engaging theoretical writings; 2) to become familiar with selected central and/or current examples of popular culture influenced by religion; and 3) to develop their own view(s) of the subject matter through reading primary and secondary sources, in-class discussion, and independent research.
Offered odd spring terms.
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RST 495 - Examination and Thesis (3)
A comprehensive examination, emphasizing depth and interrelationships among ideas, is required of every major. An individually chosen thesis is read to the faculty and other students.
Prerequisite: One course in religious studies.
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RST 498 - Honors in Religious Studies (3)
Students who have demonstrated outstanding performance in religious studies are offered opportunities for academic enrichment, such as: reading projects, research and writing, teaching and tutorial assistance in courses. Upon successful completion of this experience, students will have gained a better understanding of research, professional writing, or instruction within the context of the discipline.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PED 101 - Physical Activity Course (1)
A course offering choices from a list of physical activities. The student will actively participate in activities such as: net and racquet sports (badminton, tennis, pickleball), golf, weight training, creative movement, jazz dance, yoga, cardio-kick boxing, and outdoor activities (archery, angling, orienteering, geocaching, and flyfishing).
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PED 104 - Theory of Lifetime Fitness (1)
A half-semester course providing students an understanding of concepts for living a healthful lifestyle. The student will demonstrate an understanding of concepts regarding nutrition, the design of physical fitness routines, and underlying principles of physical fitness.
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PED 106 - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, First Aid, and First Responder (2)
A course providing instruction in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and first responder concepts and skills. Upon successful completion, students qualify for a “completion card” in basic CPR and first aid, using the guidelines of the National Safety Council. In addition, students receive more in-depth instruction in preparation for the associated certifying examination, also using the guidelines of the National Safety Council.
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PED 117 - Organization and Administration I (2)
A study of career opportunities and of practical problems of instructional organizations, supervision, financial and departmental organization of physical education and athletic programs, as well as public and private recreation programs.
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PED 118 - Organization and Administration II (3)
Studies which include the historical, philosophical, sociological, psychological, and administrative factors which form the basis for the construction of physical education, recreation, and athletic programs in school and communities.
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PED 201 - Issues of Health and Safety (3)
A general view of personal health and safety concerns. Student will acquires an understanding of the process for selection, planning, teaching and the evaluation of comprehensive school health education programs. This includes demonstrating an awareness of objectives of a comprehensive school health program and applying the knowledge of personal and community health care and physical education activities to school health education programs. Personal health issues to be presented include disease prevention, drug/substance abuse, and emotional/mental health.
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PED 209 - Nutrition (3)
This course is an introduction to basic principles of human nutrition with emphases on nutrients, metabolism, function of nutrients, and food sources. Nutritional recommendations and the sources of those recommendations are addressed. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to apply the processes of diet analysis based upon the associated recommendations and the functions of the ESHA-The Food Processor© software program.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
Offered spring term.
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PED 221 - Fundamentals in Athletic Training (2)
The study and application of appropriate procedures in the prevention and care of injuries generally associated with normal physical activity in secondary school (7-12) physical education programs, as well as those associated with injury related to sports participation.
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PED 228 - Movement and Rhythmics for Young Children (2)
A study of the elementary principles of rhythmical movement and methods of developing and assessing elementary (K-6) school-aged children’s motor rhythmic performance.
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PED 233 - Personal Performance Competencies I (1)
Provides experiences which will allow the students to demonstrate competency in specified motor skills inclusion tennis, yoga, Pilates, core training, pickleball, bowling and archery.
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PED 234 - Personal Performance Competencies II (1)
Provides experiences which will allow the students to demonstrate competency in specified motor skills including tumbling, badminton, soccer, lacrosse, and golf.
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PED 271/371/471 - Selected Topics (1-3)
An investigation of topics not covered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction.
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PED 290/390/490 - Directed Study (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and the ability and approval of the faculty.
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PED 308 - Coaching Basketball (2)
An examination of methods of coaching offensive and defensive styles of play as well as rule interpretations, considerations for athletes’ psychological characteristics and needs, and equipment needed in secondary school interscholastic basketball programs.
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PED 309 - Coaching Volleyball (2)
An examination of methods of coaching offensive and defensive styles of play as well as rule interpretations, consideration for athletes’ psychological characteristics and needs, and equipment needed in secondary school interscholastic volleyball programs.
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PED 310 - Coaching Track and Field (2)
An examination of theory and methodology of coaching all of the standard track and field events, including considerations for athletes’ psychological characteristics and needs, and the planning and conducting of track meets.
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PED 311 - Coaching Football and Wrestling (2)
An examination of methods of coaching offensive and defensive styles of playing football and all basic techniques of wrestling as well as scouting, rule interpretations, considerations for athletes’ psychological characteristics and needs, and equipment needed in secondary school interscholastic football and wrestling programs.
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PED 312 - Coaching Tennis and Golf (2)
An examination of methods of coaching as well as rule interpretations, considerations for athletes’ psychological characteristics and needs, and equipment needed in secondary school interscholastic tennis and golf programs.
Offered odd spring terms.
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