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2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Management |
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MG 3350 - Business in Global Environments
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This course examines the international and corporate responsibility/ethical contexts in which trade, investment, and business decisions are made. It introduces the legal, economic, political, and cultural differences among countries and it examines how these differences affect the conduct of international business. It discusses a range of topics highlighting sustainability and corporate social responsibility as well as bilateral, regional, and world trade agreements, foreign direct investment, and exchange rates. Finally, it introduces some of the strategic issues surrounding where companies should engage in international business and how they should expand into these markets.
(GPR)
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MG 3360 - Business in the European Union
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This class will further the student’s understanding of modern Europe, its culture, demographics and politics. The student will have a working knowledge of contemporary issues in the EU as well as issues with doing business in the EU.
Prerequisite: This class is only open to students who are planning on going on the Barcelona trip and requires instructor approval.
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MG 3400 - Business Law and Commercial Transactions
(3)
An introduction to the study of law as it affects the business enterprise. The focus is on commercial transactions with special emphasis on contracts, contractual liabilities, sales contracts and secured transactions. Where appropriate, the connections between ethics and law are explored.
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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MG 3500 - Leadership Development
(3)
This course will assess the student’s level of practical leadership behaviors (some of the behaviors may cross over and include management skills and abilities). The activities and study in this course will build on these existing skills and abilities. The course will also focus students on improving their skill and proficiency in the following leadership areas: decision-making (programmed and non-programmed), conflict resolution for/with others, influencing/persuading others, structuring uncertainty/ambiguity for others, coaching/developing others, delegating/following-up, building effective teams, and negotiating skills. Another outcome of the course will be for students to build self-awareness and acquire tools for life-long learning and self-exploration, including the ability to solicit and give feedback from and to peers.
Prerequisite: MG 3300 .
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MG 3800 - Competitive Analysis: An International Perspective
(EC 3800 )
(3)
A comprehensive course applies modern business and economic principles to study a firm’s international strategic position. The class integrates insights from the theory of the firm, industrial organization, game theory, and complexity analysis which are used in may fields besides Economics. The broad sweep of modern economics and strategy research is organized and presented on a wide variety of issues, such as defining boundaries, “make or buy fallacies,” competitor identification, rivalry, commitment, cooperation, and strategic positioning.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above, MG 3350 or equivalent, and EC 1100 .
Recommended: MK 3000 .
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MG 4350 - International Management
(3)
This course builds upon several key concepts introduced in MG 3350 - Business in Global Environments . It extends the discussion of how political, economic, legal, and technological developments are affecting the management of international business operations. It pays special attention to the role of culture and the challenges inherent in managing employees, operating facilities, and targeting markets across cultures. Finally, it examines the managerial and ethical implications of various international entry modes.
Prerequisite: MG 3350 .
(GPR)
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MG 4400 - Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship
(3)
This course focuses on the unique issues facing the small business owner, as well as extensive coverage of unique business functions that the small business owner is likely to deal with. The course also focuses on 1) how to assess a potential business opportunity and 2) how to prepare a business plan for use as both a strategic document and a document for dealing with potential financial backers.
Prerequisite: MG 3300 , MK 3000 , FN 3000 , senior standing.
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MG 4940 - Business Leadership: Strategy, Policy and Ethics
(3)
This course is an integrative capstone experience focusing on strategy and policy development for organizations within the context of sometimes conflicting ethical constraints. Strategy implementation challenges are also explored. The course provides an opportunity to integrate the knowledge drawn from functional area courses in the solution of problems discovered by the analysis of both published cases and live interactions with the managers of companies and organizations within the Kansas City region.
Prerequisite: MG 1900 , MG 3350 , FN 3000 , MG 3300 , BIA 3100 (or AC 3500 ), MK 3000 , senior standing.
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Marketing |
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MK 3000 - Principles of Marketing
(3)
This course briefly covers all the aspects of marketing that are covered in depth in the subsequent marketing courses. The student is introduced to marketing’s 4Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, and Physical Distribution)—something that everyone needs to know, no matter the career choice made. In this course you will learn the essential marketing vocabulary, basic principles and concepts, and how to use these principles when running your own business or working in an organization. The text is very important in this course and the student’s learning is aided through the use of videos, presentations, class activities and discussions.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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MK 3200 - Consumer Behavior
(3)
This course is an application of behavioral scientist research into the field of marketing. Research conducted by psychologist, sociologists, social psychologists, economists, cultural anthropologists and other behavioral scientists are use to help us solve marketing problems. Students will learn why they tend to buy the products and services they do; and, how marketing practitioners can anticipate and predict buying behavior. In this course students give oral presentations, participate in team discussions, write short papers, do some critical thinking and view videos that demonstrate the application of marketing principles.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 and junior standing.
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MK 3300 - Advertising and Promotions
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Advertisements and promotions use applied communication techniques. Because organizations must tell their story to the public, effective marketers must become proficient in the use of oral and written communications, nonverbal communications, listening skills, music, theatre, art and other techniques to get their message to the target audience. Specifically the students study how advertising, sales promotions, public relations, personal selling, direct marketing, and Internet is used as part of the overall marketing plan. Each student will invent or select an existing product or service and then develop an Integrated Marketing Communication (an advertising campaign) for it. Students then present their IMCs to the class both orally and in writing.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 and junior standing.
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MK 3350 - International Marketing
(3)
This course addresses the global issues that impact concepts relevant to companies engaging the international marketplace. It introduces the student to the cultural, economic, geographic, political and legal issues that affect the where, when and how to enter foreign markets. The course uses contemporary materials to expand beyond the text and bring real life problems and solutions into the classroom for student discussion.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 and MG 3350 .
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MK 4100 - Marketing Research
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A thorough study of the various types of market research. Problems related to planning research, gathering and summarizing data and interpreting the findings are discussed and analyzed. The emphasis is on the practical use of market research in making market decisions. Actual market research projects are used to further this process.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 (waived for BS in Analytics and Technology majors), introductory statistics, BIA 1800 .
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MK 4400 - Personal Selling and Sales Management
(3)
Assess your own behavioral style and how to adjust it in order to influence others to accept your ideas. Learn the different ways of attracting and retaining customers. Discover how to obtain information from potential customers and use it to create a persuasive and dynamic sales presentation. Use the spin technique so that your customers handle their own objections and close their own sales. This is an experientially based course designed to improve all of your selling skills.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 , senior standing, and marketing concentration or instructor approval.
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MK 4500 - Marketing Policy
(3)
Learn how to run all aspects of a business, including what research is best to determine your customer needs, how finance impacts on marketing, and how does marketing and production need to be integrated to achieve your corporate goals. Compete against other students groups in the exciting microcomputer industry. Develop your own leadership style and learn how to transform your team into a high performing group which will enable them to achieve high profits and exceed customer expectations.
Prerequisite: Senior standing, marketing concentration.
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Mathematics |
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MT 0100 - Algebra
(3)
Linear equations, systems of equations, graphs, polynomials, fractional expressions and equations, quadratic equations and functions, inequalities, exponents, powers and roots. Provides the background necessary for either MT 1030 or MT 1190 .
Recommended: two years of mathematics in grades 9-12 (including at least one year of algebra).
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MT 1030 - Finite Mathematics
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An introductory course with an emphasis on topics that are relevant to everyday life. Topics include a brief review of algebra, mathematics of finance (compound interest, annuities, future value, and present value), counting methods (multiplication principle, permutations, and combinations), probability (sample spaces, events, games of chance, empirical probability), descriptive statistics (organization of data, mean, median, standard deviation) and normal distributions. Where appropriate, technoloqy will be used.
Prerequisite: At least three years of mathematics in grades 9-12 or MT 0100 .
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MT 1090 - Calculus for Business
(3)
An introductory calculus course primarily for the business student. Introduction to derivatives and integrals with emphasis on such business applications as demand functions, cost curves, elasticity of demand and economic order quantity. Note: MT 1090 does not prepare a student to continue with additional calculus; students wishing a deeper study of calculus should pursue the regular calculus sequence beginning with MT 1800 .
Prerequisite: MT 1030 or instructor approval.
(MTP)
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MT 1170 - Mathematics in the Modern World
(3)
A one-semester conceptual mathematics course designed to address topics in mathematics appearing in the world around us, through inquiry-based, hands-on activities and discussion. Emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and on how mathematics is applied in the real, everyday world.
(MTP)
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MT 1190 - Precalculus
(3)
A preparation for calculus with an emphasis on modeling. These topics include the study of functions in a variety of representations, including tabulated data, graphs and formulas; characteristic features of a variety of function types (including linear, power, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric); and the course includes mathematical modeling from data and from theoretical assumptions. There will be extensive use of technology in this course.
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra or MT 0100 .
(MTP)
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MT 1510 - Discrete Structures
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The major topics of study include functions, relations, sets, propositional and predicate logic, proof techniques, elementary combinatorics and discrete probability concepts.
Prerequisite: MT 1190 .
(MTP)
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MT 1800 - Calculus I
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A course in differential calculus and its applications. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and exploration. Topics include rates of change, limits, definition of the derivative, differentiation techniques, optimization, velocity and acceleration, implicit differentiation, related rates. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: ACT Math score of 25 or higher, SAT Math score of 620 or higher, a grade of C or better in either MT 1190 or MT 1510 , or instructor approval.
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MT 1810 - Calculus II
(4)
Fall and Spring semester
A course in integral calculus and its applications, sequences, and series. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and exploration. Topics will include definition of the integral, applications of the integral (such as area, volume, center of mass, continuous probability, arc length, average value of a function), fundamental theorem of calculus, techniques of integration, sequences and series. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1800 .
(MTP)
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MT 2200 - Mathematical Computing
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Computing is a central component of much of modern mathematics and science. The aim of this course is to provide students with the basic skills of computing, which will be useful in a variety of subjects and contexts. Topics may include branching, looping, working with lists and functions, recursion, and running simulations of random processes. The course will use free, open source programming languages and environments.
Prerequisite: MT 1800 or equivalent.
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MT 2420 - Actuarial Science Practicum I
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This course is aimed at students who are interested in pursuing a career in actuarial science. It is designed to give them experience and practice with the types of problems encountered on the first examination in the series of Society of Actuaries exams.
Prerequisite: MT 3400 .
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MT 2430 - Actuarial Science Practicum II
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This course is designed to give students experience and practice with the types of problems encountered on the second examination in the series of Society of Actuaries exams.
Prerequisite: MT 3400 and MT 4410 .
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MT 2800 - Calculus III
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A course in multivariable calculus and its applications. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and exploration. Topics will include functions of several variables, limits, vector operations, partial derivatives, directional derivative, gradient, higher partial derivatives, optimization, and multiple integrals. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 2900 - Preparation for a Mathematical Future
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A course to prepare students for their future in mathematics. Students will explore possibilities in academics and industry, prepare a resume, develop interview skills, meet with alumni, regional industry professionals, and graduate school representatives to help them determine their future path.
Prerequisite: MT 1800 .
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MT 3000 - Topics in Mathematics
(1–3)
This course engages students in an in-depth study of a specific area (or application) of higher mathematics. Topics vary each semester but may include such areas as combinatorics, coding theory, information theory, stochastic processes, graph theory, game theory, operations research, mathematical economics, mathematical biology, the history of mathematics, or mathematical programming and computer simulation.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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MT 3260 - Mathematical Modeling
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Students will build mathematical models and use these models to answer applied questions in a variety of other disciplines. These disciplines may include engineering, physics, biology, chemistry, medicine, art, ecology, sustainability, economics, and finance. In this course, students will be expected to solve problems in novel settings, independently read mathematics and effectively communicate mathematical ideas in writing. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1800 .
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MT 3400 - Probability and Statistics I
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Fall semester
A calculus based introductory course in the methods of probability and statistics. Topics include descriptive statistic, counting techniques, basic probability theory (conditional probability, independence, random variables, and probability distributions), and an introduction to hypothesis testing and factorial experiments. Students will use R, an open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics. Throughout the course, applications to engineering, computing, and the physical and social sciences will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3450 - Problems in Industry Seminar
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Students interact with an industry mentor and work in groups on a real problem from industry. The emphasis of the class is to work towards the solution of a problem, to effectively communicate the steps being taken towards the solution, and to ultimately present the solution itself.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 and MT 3400 .
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MT 3530 - Numerical Methods
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Numerical solutions to algebraic and differential equations; numerical integration; interpolating polynomials and regression analysis; simultaneous equations and solutions to partial differential equations.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3550 - Number Theory
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This course introduces the student to the study of properties of integers. The approach used involves exploration activities designed to uncover these properties as well as the validation of these properties through theorems and proofs. Topics include: divisibility properties of integers, prime numbers, congruences, and Diophantine equations.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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MT 3600 - Modern Geometry
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A course that investigates, compares and contrasts a number of geometries. All topics will be explored in both Euclidean geometry and non-Euclidean geometries (for example: Taxicab geometry, spherical geometry, hyperbolic geometry, projective geometry). Topics will include geometric axioms, angles and shapes, tesselations, distance, coordinate systems and area. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3700 - Differential Equations
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A dynamical systems approach to the study of solutions to differential equations. Some analytical solution techniques are covered, but emphasis is placed on qualitative, geometric and numerical techniques of finding solutions. Modeling is incorporated throughout the course.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3800 - Introduction to Abstract Mathematics
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A basic introduction emphasizing the development and presentation of sound mathematical arguments. Topics include logic, sets, relations, functions, and proof techniques. Little formal mathematics is needed, but intensive logical thought and an interest in the goal of the course are essential.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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MT 3810 - Linear Algebra
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An introductory course in linear algebra. This course will include the study of properties of vector spaces and the linear transformations between vector spaces. There will be particular attention paid to the study of Euclidean space and various properties of matrices such as eigenvalues and eigenvectors as well as related matrix operations such as the determinant.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in either MT 1810 or MT 1510 .
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MT 3990 - Introductory Research Projects
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This course introduces students to what it is like to do research in mathematics. Students will investigate a mathematical topic or question in weekly consultation with the supervising faculty member, they will conduct the necessary literature searches, maintain a detailed record of all results, and prepare a draft research report.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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MT 4000 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics
(1–3)
This course engages students in an in-depth study of a specific area of higher mathematics. Investigations in this course will build from the formal, theoretical foundations of the specific content area. Topics vary each semester but may include such areas as combinatorics, Galois theory, set theory, mathematical logic, graph theory, game theory, differential geometry, linear analysis, or measure theory.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3800 or instructor approval.
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MT 4350 - Introduction to Topology
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Topology of Euclidean spaces and metric spaces; general topological spaces. Continuous mappings and Homeomorphisms. Separation axioms, connectedness and compactness.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3800 .
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MT 4400 - Advanced Topics in Statistics
(3)
This course engages students in an in-depth study of a specific area of statistics. Investigations and applications in this course will build from the formal, theoretical foundations of the specific content area. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3400 .
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MT 4410 - Probability and Statistics II
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A second course in the methods of probability and statistics. Topics include sampling distributions, limit results, point estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, variance, correlation and regression. Students will use R, an open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics. Throughout the course, applications to engineering, computing, and the physical and social sciences will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3400 .
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MT 4420 - Statistical Learning
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This course is an introduction to the field of Statistical Learning. Students will work on relevant applications, learning and utilizing many important modeling and prediction methods, such as regression and classification methods, resampling methods, tree-based methods, support vector machines, clustering and neural networks. Students will do all computing in R, an open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3400 .
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MT 4900 - Abstract Algebra
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An introductory course with a focus on groups and rings. Topics in group theory may include symmetries, subgroups, cyclic groups, and quotient groups. Topics in ring theory may include integral domains, fields, and the field of quotients of an integral domain. For both topics, structure, homomorphism, and a variety of examples will be studied.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3800 .
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MT 4920 - Real Analysis
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A first course in the analysis of functions of a single variable. Topics include the real number system, the completeness axiom, limits, continuity, differentiation, the mean value theorem, the definite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in both MT 2800 and MT 3800 .
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MT 4930 - Complex Analysis
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An introductory course to the theory of functions of complex variables. The class will include topics such as the study of complex numbers, analytic functions, harmonic functions, contour integration, complex series, conformal mapping, boundary value problems and integral transforms.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 2800 .
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Military Science |
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MIL 3500 - Cadet Summer Training Advanced Camp (CST)
(6)
The Cadet Summer Training Advanced Camp is the premier leadership program of its kind in the United States. The purpose of this intense four-week course is to train U.S. Army ROTC Cadets to Army standards, to develop their leadership skills, and to evaluate their officer potential. Most Army Cadets attend Advanced Camp between their junior and senior undergraduate years after having contracted to join the Army. Successful completion of Advanced Camp is a prerequisite to becoming an Army officer through ROTC. This 29-day leader internship is taught as an off-campus extension course each summer at Fort Knox, Kentucky. It is open to students who have a minimum of 72 semester hours and at least two semesters of degree work remaining (undergraduate or graduate) after completion of the course. The Army provides transportation to and from Fort Knox. Students receive free room and board and are paid for their attendance. The course starts with individual training and leads to collective training, building from simple to complex tasks. This building-block approach permits integration of previously-learned skills into follow-on training. This logical, common-sense training sequence is maintained for each training cycle. Every day at Advanced Camp is a day of training. Graduation from Advanced Camp is one of the final steps Cadets make in their transition to becoming an Officer.
Prerequisite: ROTC Departmental approval.
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MIL 3970 - United States Military History
(3)
Course examines the theory and practice of war beginning in colonial times though the military engagements and peace keeping operations of the 1990’s. Emphasis is on the United States participation in these military operations. This course will develop the students’ awareness of the relationship of the military establishment to society, particularly in the United States. Further, the course will develop their interest in the evolution of war and the progression of military professionalism; give them an awareness of the history and purpose of joint operations; discuss the role of history in understanding their profession and encourage the viewing of American military history from a joint perspective.
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MIL 1020 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Fall semester
Examines leadership in basic tactical and patrolling operations. Includes a tactical application exercise and participation in physical fitness conditioning as a course requirement. Students practice leadership according to 16 principles and learn basic individual soldier skills.
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MIL 1060 - Army Physical Fitness Training
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Offered at the discretion of the department.
This physical fitness training course is designed to develop individual potential and aid in achieving physical and mental health. This course is designed for students pursuing to be Cadets but open to all eligible students. Students must receive approval from a health care provider or Rockhurst University’s Health Clinic to take this class. This approval must be available the first week of class.
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MIL 1120 - Leadership Practicum
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Spring semester
Continuation of MIL 1020 . Examines advanced squad and platoon tactical operations with emphasis on patrolling operations. Topics include: leadership techniques, basic first aid, and problem-solving exercises. A tactical field application exercise and physical fitness conditioning program are included as course requirements. Students perform duties as leaders of small units.
Prerequisite: MIL 1020
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MIL 1160 - Introduction to the Army
(1)
Fall semester
Introduces Cadets to the Army and the Profession of Arms. Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of the Army Leadership Requirements Model while gaining a big picture understanding of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Cadets also learn how resiliency and fitness supports their development as an Army leader. It is recommended that students take concurrently with MIL 1020 .
Concurrent: MIL 1020 .
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MIL 1260 - Foundation of Agile and Adaptive Leadership
(1)
Spring semester
Introduces Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, time management, goal setting, and communication aid in a military and civilian career. Cadets learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leaders to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership while gaining a big picture of understanding the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. It is recommended that students take concurrently with MIL 1120 .
Concurrent: MIL 1120 .
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MIL 2020 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Fall semester
Course examines squad and platoon offensive and defensive operations and leadership procedures in patrolling operations. Includes a tactical application exercise and participation in physical fitness conditioning as a course requirement. Training is focused on more advance individual and collective small unit skills such as small unit leadership, tactics, doctrine, land navigation, basic rifle marksmanship, and drill and ceremonies. Students will perform various leadership roles and present classroom instruction.
Concurrent: MIL 2160 .
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MIL 2120 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Spring semester
Continuation of MIL 2020 to examine advanced squad and platoon offensive and defensive operations, reaction to obstacles, and leadership procedures in patrolling operations. Includes a tactical application exercise and participation in physical fitness conditioning as a course requirement. Training is focused on more advance individual and collective small unit skills such as small unit leadership, tactics, doctrine, land navigation, and drill and ceremonies. Students will perform in various leadership roles and present classroom instruction.
Concurrent: MIL 2260 .
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MIL 2160 - Leadership and Decision Making
(2)
Fall semester
This is an academically challenging course in which the student will study, practice, and apply foundational leadership doctrine and skills by following and leading small units to achieve assigned missions; who applies critical thinking and problem solving using Troop Leading Procedures (TLPs); who comprehends the value of diversity and understands the officer’s role in leading change; understands the fundamentals of the Army as a profession. The outcomes are demonstrated through critical and creative thinking and the ability to apply Troop Leading Procedures (TLP). The Army Profession is also stressed through leadership forum and a leadership self-assessment.
Concurrent: MIL 2020 .
Prerequisite: MIL 1160 and MIL 1260 or department approval.
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MIL 2260 - Army Doctrine and Team Development
(2)
Spring semester
This course focuses on Army doctrine and team development. The course begins the journey to understand and demonstrate competencies as they relate to Army doctrine, Army Values, teamwork, and warrior ethos and their relationship to the law of land warfare and philosophy of military service are also stressed. The ability to lead and follow is also covered through team building exercises at squad level. Practical “life skills” are emphasized throughout.
Concurrent: MIL 2120 .
Prerequisite: MIL 1160 , MIL 1260 , and MIL 2160 or departmental approval.
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MIL 2500 - Cadet Initial Entry Training (CIET)
(6)
Summer semester
The Cadet Summer Training Basic Camp is the premier leadership program of its kind in the United States. An intense four-week introduction to Army life and leadership training of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC), the aim of the course is to motivate and qualify Cadets for entry into the Senior ROTC program. This 28-day leader internship is taught as an off-campus extension course each summer at Fort Knox, Kentucky. It is open to students who have a minimum of 48 semester hours and at least four semesters of degree work remaining (undergraduate or graduate) after completion of the course. The Army provides transportation to and from Fort Knox. Students receive free room and board and are paid for their attendance. They participate in hands-on exercises and receive training in marksmanship, rappelling, water survival, land navigation, and small unit tactics. Course participants are eligible to validate or compete for two-year scholarships. Graduation from Basic Camp has been the first step in many successful officers’ careers. Graduates have gone on to lead America’s sons and daughters in fighting to preserve American democracy and freedoms or in civilian life in the boardrooms and offices of American business.
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MIL 3020 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Fall semester
Examines squad and platoon offensive and defensive operations, the patrol leader in patrolling operations, and a tactical application exercise. Participation in physical fitness conditioning and a tactical application exercise is required. Students will perform in various leadership roles and present classroom instruction.
Concurrent: MIL 3160 .
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MIL 3120 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Spring semester
Familiarization with military firearms; includes assembly and disassembly; tactical communications; and the field artillery request and a tactical application exercise. Participation in physical fitness conditioning and a tactical application exercise is required. Students will perform in various leadership roles and present classroom instruction.
Concurrent: MIL 3260 .
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MIL 3160 - Training Management and the Warfighting Functions
(3)
Fall semester
This course focuses on training management and the warfighting functions. It is an academically challenging course and students will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of training management and how the Army operates through the warfighting functions. At the conclusion of this course, students will be capable of planning, preparing, and executing training for a squad, conducting small unit tactics in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a leadership lab, or during a leader training exercise (LTX). Successful completion of this course will help prepare the student for the ROTC Cadet Summer Training Advanced Camp (CST), which the student will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY.
Concurrent: MIL 3020 .
Prerequisite: Completion of 6 credit hours in Military Science and departmental approval.
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MIL 3260 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations
(3)
Spring semester
This is an academically challenging course in which the student will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army leadership, Officership, Army Values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, the student will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a leadership lab, or during a leader training exercise (LTX). Successful completion of this course will help prepare the student for the ROTC Cadet Summer Training Advanced Camp (CST), which the student will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY.
Concurrent: MIL 3120 .
Prerequisite: MIL 3160 .
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MIL 4020 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Fall semester
Practical applications in problem analysis, decision making, planning and organization, delegation and control, and development of interpersonal skills required for effective management. Participation in physical fitness conditioning and tactical application exercise is required. Students will perform in various leadership positions and present classroom instruction.
Concurrent: MIL 4160 .
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MIL 4120 - Leadership Practicum
(2)
Spring semester
Practical applications in problem analysis, decision making, planning and organization, delegation and control, and development of interpersonal skills required for effective management, includes a tactical application exercise. Participation in physical fitness conditioning is required. Students will perform various leadership roles and conduct classroom instruction.
Concurrent: MIL 4260 .
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MIL 4160 - The Army Officer
(3)
Fall semester
This course will explore the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations. The student will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities to plan, resource, and assess training at the small unit level. Students will also learn about Army programs that support counseling subordinates and evaluating performance, values and ethics, career planning, and legal responsibilities. At the conclusion of this course, students will be familiar with how to plan, prepare, execute, and continuously assess the conduct of training at the company level. The course places significant emphasis on preparing the student for a BOLC B and the student’s first unit of assignment.
Concurrent: MIL 4020 .
Prerequisite: MIL 3260 or deparmental approval.
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MIL 4260 - Company Grade Leadership
(3)
Spring semester
This course explores company grade officer roles and responsibilities and the dynamics of leading in the complex situations during Unified Land Operations. The art of command is examined and how to properly communicate with non-commissioned officers (NCOs), Soldiers, and developing others through counseling. During cultural awareness and cultural property protection (CPP), the student will discuss numerous situations regarding how ethical decisions impact personnel and the unit mission. Through the understanding of roles and responsibilities, the student will learn about Comprehensive Soldier Fitness (CSF), being ready and resilient (R2C), and individual and family readiness to assist in preparing Soldiers and their families on reducing and managing stress during times of uncertainty. The oral practicum explores students’ knowledge of how they will be prepared for the 20 Army Warfighting Challenges (AWFC) covered throughout the ROTC Advanced Course. Significant emphasis is placed on preparing the student for BOLC B and the student’s first unit of assignment. Mission command, case studies and scenarios are utilized to prepare the student to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army.
Concurrent: MIL 4120 .
Prerequisite: MIL 4160 or departmental approval.
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MIL 4500 - Independent Research/Project
(1-5)
Offered at the discretion of the department
Investigation of a research problem, project, or topic on an individual conference basis.
Prerequisite: A minimum of 2.5 GPA and departmental approval.
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MS 1000 - Introduction to Music
(3)
A basic introduction to the art of music, including a survey of the elements of musical composition and the historical styles of Western music, with emphasis on the development of effective listening techniques and critical skills.
(ARI)
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MS 1030 - Concerts in Kansas City
(3)
Attendance at live performances is the focus of this music appreciation course. Supplemental studies in listening techniques and music literature provide significant insights into modern concert life in Kansas City.
(ARI)
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MS 1050 - Live Concert Experience
(1)
Students select and attend six live concerts in classical and jazz styles and then submit a short paper for each summarizing and evaluating their experiences. Students must meet categorical requirements to ensure a varied experience that includes professional, community and academic music performances.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1110 - Introduction to Music Theory
(3)
A course that explores the structural elements of music for the purpose of enhancing performance, composition or improvisation. Exercises in music reading, writing, and sightsinging provide a basis for developing essential skills. The course begins with construction of scales, and proceeds with the study of intervals, chords, rhythm, non-harmonic tones and thematic development.
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MS 1210 - Instrumental Music Ensemble I
(1)
This course provides an opportunity for students of various instruments to develop their playing skills in an ensemble setting. Repertoire includes a variety of music from classical to popular.
(ARI)
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MS 1250 - Rockhurst University Chorus I
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Open to all Rockhurst students, the University Chorus sings a wide variety of vocal music, ranging from show tunes to sacred music. Emphasis is placed on the development of singing skills and a commitment to quality performance. The group performs at many campus functions and for various organizations off campus.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1270 - Chamber Singers I
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
The Rockhurst Chamber Singers is an elite choral performing group, specializing in the performance of music from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, as well as popular music and vocal jazz. Enrollment is limited by audition only, and participation in the Rockhurst University Chorus is required.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1290 - Women’s Chorale
(1)
The Women’s Chorale studies and performs music written and arranged for women’s voices from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Enrollment is limited by audition only, and participation in the Rockhurst University Chorus is required.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1510-1519 - Applied Music I
(1)
Basic instrumental technique for a prescribed instrument, such as harp. Available for beginning through advanced students. By special arrangement only.
Applied music fee.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1610 - Applied Voice I
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Basic techniques for vocal performance, with more advanced study of vocal literature and technique as the student progresses. Available for beginning through advanced students. Participation in University Chorus or Chamber Singers is highly recommended.
Applied music fee.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1710 - Applied Piano I
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Basic piano technique, reading skills and introduction to piano repertoire. Minimum practice requirement: one hour daily.
Applied music fee.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 1810 - Applied Guitar I
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Basic guitar technique, reading skills and introduction to guitar literature. More advanced study of various styles, including folk, jazz, popular, and classical guitar are available as the student progresses. Students must furnish their own instruments.
Applied music fee.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 2510-2519 - Applied Music II
(1)
Basic instrumental technique for a prescribed instrument, such as harp. Available for beginning through advanced students. By special arrangement only.
Applied music fee.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 2610 - Applied Voice II
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Intermediate techniques for vocal performance, with continued study of vocal literature and technique as the student progresses. Participation in University Chorus or Chamber Singers is highly recommended. Admission on instructor approval.
Applied music fee.
Prerequisite: MS 1610 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 2710 - Applied Piano II
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Intermediate piano technique, reading skills and piano repertoire. Minimum practice requirement: one hour daily. Admission on instructor approval.
Applied music fee.
Prerequisite: MS 1710 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 2810 - Applied Guitar II
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Intermediate guitar technique, reading skills and introduction to guitar literature. More advanced study of various styles, including folk, jazz, popular, and classical guitar are available as the student progresses. Admission on instructor approval. Students must furnish their own instruments.
Applied music fee.
Prerequisite: MS 1810 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3110 - Music Theory II
(3)
A more advanced theory course that stresses the mastery of the elements of music for the purpose of composition or improvisation. Exercises in music reading, writing and sightsinging emphasize 20th century materials such as modes, pentatonic scales, and whole tone scales, while harmonic study concentrates on non-harmonic tones and thematic development.
Prerequisite: MS 1110 or instructor approval.
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MS 3210 - Instrumental Music Ensemble II
(1)
Continuation of MS 1210 .
Prerequisite: MS 1210 .
(ARI)
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MS 3250 - Rockhurst University Chorus II
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Continuation of MS 1250 . May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: MS 1250 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3270 - Chamber Singers II
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Continuation of MS 1270 . May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: MS 1270 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3290 - Women’s Chorale II
(1)
Continuation of MS 1290 .
Prerequisite: MS 1290 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3350 - Renaissance and Baroque Music
(3)
A survey of the major stylistic developments in European music from 1450 through 1750, as seen through the works of Josquin, Palestrina, Lassus, Monteverdi, Purcell, Bach, Handel and others.
(ARI)
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MS 3370 - Classical and Romantic Music
(3)
A survey of the major stylistic developments in European music from 1750 through 1900, as seen through the works of Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Wagner, Verdi and others.
(ARI)
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MS 3410 - Music in the 20th Century
(3)
A survey of the major stylistic developments in European and American music during the 20th century, as seen through the works of Richard Strauss, Claude Debussy, Igor Stravinsky, Arnold Schoenberg, Aaron Copland and others.
(ARI)
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MS 3430 - Music in America
(3)
The history of American music from the colonial era to the present. The major stylistic developments as seen in the works of Stephen Foster, John Philip Sousa, Aaron Copland, George Gershwin and others are contrasted and compared with the oral traditions of folk, jazz and popular music.
(ARI)
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MS 3450 - History and Development of Jazz
(3)
The story of jazz is traced from its roots in 19th century forms such as Blackface minstrelsy, field “hollers” and work songs to the major 20th century developments of blues, dixieland, swing, bop, funk, and jazz-rock.
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MS 3500 - The World of Opera
(3)
An introduction to the literature, history and performance of opera, including works by composers such as Handel, Mozart, Verdi and Wagner. The course includes the use of opera videos of filmed and staged operas. Trips to the Lyric Opera of Kansas City are also included.
(ARI)
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MS 3510-3519 - Applied Music III
(1)
Basic instrumental technique for a prescribed instrument, such as harp. Available for beginning through advanced students. By special arrangement only.
Applied music fee.
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3610 - Applied Voice III
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Continuation of MS 2610 . May be repeated for credit.
Applied music fee.
Prerequisite: MS 2610 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3650 - Global Music
(3)
An exploration of the history, styles and performance practices of music of non-western cultures, such as those of Africa, Asia and India.
(ARI, GPR)
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MS 3710 - Applied Piano III
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Continuation of MS 2710 . May be repeated for credit.
Applied music fee.
Prerequisite: MS 2710 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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MS 3810 - Applied Guitar III
(1)
Fall and Spring semester
Continuation of MS 2810 . May be repeated for credit.
Applied music fee.
Prerequisite: MS 2810 .
(ARI – To satisfy the core this course must be taken in combination with other AR, MS, or TA courses to equal at least 3 hours.)
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