May 16, 2024  
ARCHIVED 2016-17 CAS Crete Campus Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2016-17 CAS Crete Campus Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


 

Mathematics

  
  • MTH 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.

  
  • MTH 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. Students desiring advanced course work in areas not regularly offered may do so by enrolling in a directed study. Topics could include, for example, actuarial mathematics, computer mathematics, topology, or advanced topics in abstract algebra, analysis, geometry, or mathematical statistics. Seniors planning to pursue graduate study in mathematics are especially encouraged to consider this option.

  
  • MTH 303 - Linear Algebra (3)


    Vector spaces, systems of linear equations, linear transformations, matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, MTH 235 
    (may be taken concurrently).
    Offered fall term.
  
  • MTH 323 - Teaching of Mathematics I (0)


    This course represents the beginning of the transition from student of mathematics to teacher of mathematics.  Students successfully completing this course will: 1)  understand philosophically the difference between teacher and student of mathematics, 2)  know the difference between conceptual understanding and procedural knowledge, and 3)  become familiar with using manipulatives and hands-on activities in a mathematics classroom. 

    Generally taken during the sophomore year.
    Offered spring term.
  
  • MTH 324 - Teaching of Mathematics II (0)


    This course involves developing planning skills and sequencing tasks for selected mathematics courses for grades 7-12.Students successfully completing this course will:1)write daily objectives and develop questions and assessments to determine if those objectives were met, 2)write daily lesson plans complete with course appropriate activities, 3)write unit lesson plans, complete with an assessment plan.

    Generally taken during the junior year.
    Offered fall term.
  
  • MTH 325 - Teaching of Mathematics III (0-1)


    Changes that are continually occurring in mathematics education are discussed and appropriate techniques for the teaching of mathematics in the public schools are presented. Topics include teaching from a constructivist point of view, and utilizing and integrating current technology.  Students successfully completing this course will:  1)  use content-specific pedagogy for numerous math courses in grades 7-12, 2)  integrate and utilize technology into the mathematics curriculum, and 3)  have field experiences that may include visitations to observe master teachers, curriculum specialists, contract negotiators, and administrators. 

    Generally taken during the junior year.
    Offered spring term.
  
  • MTH 326 - Teaching of Mathematics IV (4)


    This course involves critical examination of personal educational philosophy and how it influences classroom practice, and covers topics not included in MTH 323 , MTH 324 , or MTH 325 . Students successfully completing this course will:  1)  clarify their personal philosophy of teaching,  2)  recognize and use higher order thinking and questioning, and 3)  be prepared for student teaching in a mathematics classroom.

    Prerequisite: MTH 323 , MTH 324 , and MTH 325 , enrolled in professional term, or permission.
    Offered fall term.
  
  • MTH 327 - Middle School Methods (2)


    An examination of topics, concepts, and teaching strategies appropriate for Middle School mathematics courses.  Students successfully completing this course will 1)  develop effective teaching strategies appropriate for general mathematics curriculum at the Middle School level; 2)   become familiar with pedagogy that develops conceptual understanding of algebraic topics that are appropriate for students in their first full year of algebra; 3)   analyze the various geometric relationships to develop different techniques for teaching Euclidean geometry typically present in a year-long geometry course.

    Offered even spring terms.
  
  • MTH 329 - Differential Equations (3)


    First-order equations, linear differential equations, series solutions, systems of linear differential equations, Laplace transforms, applications.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236 .
    Offered spring term.
  
  • MTH 334 - Complex Variables (3)


    A study of complex numbers, functions of a complex variable, complex limits, complex differentiation and integration, series, residues and poles. Students successfully completing this course will demonstrate a mastery of the fundamentals by performing a wide variety of computations which develop the concepts and apply the techniques developed in the course.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236  and MTH 250 .
    Offered even fall terms.
  
  • MTH 337 - Multivariate Calculus (4)


    An examination of differentiation and integration techniques appropriate for functions of multiple variables. Students successfully completing this course will be able to: 1) conceptually understand the multiple-variable expansion of single-variable calculus concepts, 2) apply these multivariate concepts to a variety of theoretical and real-life questions and 3) decisively utilize paper/pencil and technology-based problem-solving techniques.

    Prerequisite MTH 236 .
    Offered spring terms.
  
  • MTH 347 - Number Theory (3)


    Divisibility, congruences, primitive roots, quadratic residues, Diophantine equations, continued fractions.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236  and MTH 250 .
    Offered even spring terms.
  
  • MTH 351 - Geometries (3)


    Survey of Euclidean geometry, study of selected topics in non-Euclidean and other geometries.

    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. MTH 236  (may be taken concurrently) and MTH 250 .
    Offered even spring terms.
  
  • MTH 355 - Probability (3)


    Random variables, conditional probability and independence, expectation, moment generating functions, special distributions.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236  and MTH 250 .
    Offered fall term.
  
  • MTH 356 - Statistics (3)


    A continuation of MTH 355 . Sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, nonparametric methods, linear statistical models.

    Prerequisite: MTH 355 .
    Offered spring term.
  
  • MTH 358 - Actuarial Mathematics (2)


    An examination of calculus and probability tools applied in finance and insurance providing preliminary preparation for the Society of Actuaries Exam P. Students successfully completing this course will: 1) be capable of determining probability and calculus tools applicable to financial and insurance problems, and 2) become adept at solving multiple-choice questions typical to S.O.A. exams.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236  and MTH 355 .
    Offered spring term.
  
  • MTH 403 - Abstract Algebra (3)


    Introduction to properties of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields.

    Prerequisite: MTH 250  and MTH 303 .
    Offered odd spring terms.
  
  • MTH 421 - Mathematics Internship (0-12)


    On-the-job experience in mathematics.

    Prerequisite: CED 205  or permission.
    (Pass/Fail)
  
  • MTH 433 - Introductory Analysis (3)


    An introduction to the theoretical foundations of calculus. Students successfully completing this course will: 1) understand the development of elementary calculus tools, 2) be familiar with the history, theorems and conjectures of traditional mathematical analysis, and 3) communicate mathematically through a variety of proof techniques.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236  and MTH 250 .
    Offered odd fall terms.
  
  • MTH 435 - Mathematical Methods for Physics (3)


    A course designed to integrate mathematics into a coherent foundation for problem solving for upper-level physics and engineering courses. Topics include Laplace and Fourier transformations, Fourier series, vector operators, ordinary and partial differential equations, and orthogonal functions. Emphasis is given to the solution (analytical and numerical) of problems from both physics and engineering. Completion of the course allows the student to define important aspects of each mathematical topic, to describe the relevance of each topic to physics and engineering problems, and to work both formal and physics/engineering problems involving each topic.

    Prerequisite: MTH 236 .
    Offered fall odd terms.
    (Cross-referenced with PHY 435 .)
  
  • MTH 496 - Mathematics Seminar I (1)


    An introduction to research in a selected area of mathematics, mathematics education, or an application in mathematics. The course increases the students’ abilities to communicate their explorations in mathematics. Each student explores possible topics and develops a plan of action for his/her Mathematics Seminar II project. The student also develops research, writing, and presentation skills to carry out an independent research project.

    Prerequisite: Junior or senior mathematics major and 12 credits at the 300 level or above, or permission.
    Offered spring term.
  
  • MTH 497 - Mathematics Seminar II (2)


    In consultation with a faculty member, the student executes the plan of action created in Mathematics Seminar I. The project culminates in a formal paper and oral presentation demonstrating the student’s ability to independently research a topic and effectively communicate mathematics.

    Prerequisite: MTH 496  or permission.
    Offered every term.

Army

  
  • MSI 111 - Foundations of Officership (1)


  
  • MSI 111L - Leadership laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 121 - Basic Leadership (1)


  
  • MSI 121L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 212 - Individual Leadership Studies (2)


  
  • MSI 212L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 222 - Leadership and Teamwork (2)


  
  • MSI 222L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 313 - Leadership and Problem Solving (3)


  
  • MSI 313L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 323 - Leadership and Ethics (3)


  
  • MSI 323L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 413 - Leadership and Management (3)


  
  • MSI 413L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 423 - Officership (3)


  
  • MSI 423L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.


Air Force

  
  • MSI 102 - Foundation of the United States Air Force I (1)


  
  • MSI 102L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 105 - Foundation of the United States Air Force II (1)


  
  • MSI 105L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 210 - The Evolution of US Air and Space Power I (1)


  
  • MSI 210L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 211 - The Evolution of US Air and Space Power II (1)


  
  • MSI 211L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 325 - Air Force Leadership Studies I (3)


  
  • MSI 325L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 339 - Air Force Leadership Studies II (3)


  
  • MSI 339L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 435 - National Security Affairs and Preparation for Active Duty I (3)


  
  • MSI 435L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.

  
  • MSI 436 - National Security Affairs and Preparation for Active Duty II (3)


  
  • MSI 436L - Leadership Laboratory (0)


    Course description available in the UNL catalog.


Music Performance

  
  • MUS 105A - Class Piano (0-1)


    Class instruction in piano providing proficiency in the basic keyboard skills.  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.

  
  • MUS 105B - Class Voice (1)


    Class instruction in basic pedagogical skills for the voice. These skills include breath control and vocal health, beginning interpretation and artistry, diction technique and musicianship.  Successful completion of the beginning skills elevates the student to MUS 111 (applied voice). All first-year voice students should enroll in class voice unless they have received permission to enroll in MUS 111 (applied voice).

  
  • MUS 106A - Class Piano (0-1)


    Class instruction in piano providing proficiency in the basic keyboard skills.  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.

  
  • MUS 106B - Class Voice (1)


    Class instruction in basic pedagogical skills for the voice. These skills include breath control and vocal health, beginning interpretation and artistry, diction technique and musicianship.  Successful completion of the beginning skills elevates the student to MUS 111 (applied voice). All first-year voice students should enroll in class voice unless they have received permission to enroll in MUS 111 (applied voice).

  
  • MUS 107A - Class Piano (0-1)


    Class instruction in piano providing proficiency in the basic keyboard skills.  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.

  
  • MUS 108A - Class Piano (0-1)


    Class instruction in piano providing proficiency in the basic keyboard skills.  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.

  
  • MUS 111A - Piano (1-2)


    First year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 111B - Voice (1-2)


    First year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 111C - Instruments (1-2)


    First year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 111I - 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 115 .
  
  • MUS 111S - 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.
  
  • MUS 112A - Piano (1-2)


    First year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 112B - Voice (1-2)


    First year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 112C - Instruments (1-2)


    First year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 112I - 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 111I .
  
  • MUS 112S - 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.
  
  • MUS 211A - Piano (1-2)


    Second year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 211B - Voice (1-2)


    Second year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 211C - Instruments (1-2)


    Second year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 211I - 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 212I .
  
  • MUS 211S - 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.
  
  • MUS 212A - Piano (1-2)


    Second year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 212B - Voice (1-2)


    Second year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 212C - Instruments (1-2)


    Second year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 212I - 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 211I .
  
  • MUS 212S - 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.
  
  • MUS 301 - Half Recital (0)


    A public performance event demonstrating a musical competency with faculty-approved literature. Music education and music performance majors are required to present a prepared program of 25 minutes of music. Other majors and minors may request permission to give a half recital. Half recitals may, at the discretion of the music faculty, require a recital preview (both singers and pianists should be fully memorized) two weeks prior to the recital date.

  
  • MUS 311A - Piano (1-2)


    Third year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 311B - Voice (1-2)


    Third year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 311C - Instruments (1-2)


    Third year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 311I - 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 212I .
  
  • MUS 311S - 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.
  
  • MUS 312A - Piano (1-2)


    Third year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 312B - Voice (1-2)


    Third year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 312C - Instruments (1-2)


    Third year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 312I - 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 311I .
  
  • MUS 312S - 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.
  
  • MUS 401 - Full Recital (1)


    A capstone event demonstrating a mature performance level with faculty-approved literature. Music (Performance Emphasis) majors are required to present a prepared program of 50 minutes of music. Full recitals require a recital preview (singers and pianists should be fully memorized) two weeks prior to the recital date. Performance majors may repeat course if desired.

    Prerequisite: Permission.
  
  • MUS 411A - Piano (1-2)


    Fourth year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 411B - Voice (1-2)


    Fourth year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 411C - Instruments (1-2)


    Fourth year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 411I - 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 312I  
  
  • MUS 411S - 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.
  
  • MUS 412A - Piano (1-2)


    Fourth year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 412B - Voice (1-2)


    Fourth year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
  
  • MUS 412C - Instruments (1-2)


    Fourth year private instruction.

    Prerequisite: Permission from a full-time music faculty member.
 

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