Course Outlines

HUM 241 - Humanities I

1. Neolithic revolutions and ancient civilizations
2. The development of cities and civilizations
3. The development of global religious and philosophical traditions before 1500
4. Art, music and architecture of selected human societies before 1500
5. Issues of gender, race and class in human civilization before 1500
6. The influence of the environment and the economy on human culture 
7. Theories, methods and scholarly writing in cultural history

1. Classify ideas and artifacts within their respective historical and regional contexts. (1-4)
2. Analyze the diverse influences on the ideas and artifacts created in global societies before 1500. (1-6)
3. Evaluate the relationship between historical events and cultural response. (5-7)
4. Use relevant terminology in oral and/or written arguments. (1-7)
5. Analyze major contributors and their contributions to the cultural history of human cultures around the world. (7)

HUM 242 - Humanities II

1. The Age of Conquest and its impact on cultures around the world
2. Religious and philosophical reformations, revolutions and renaissances
3. The development and exchange of aesthetic traditions in art and literature between cultures in global trade and exploration after 1400
4. The influence of the environment and the economy on global culture
5. Issues of gender, race and class in human civilizations after 1400
6. Theories, methods and scholarly writing in cultural history
7. Contemporary global issues and problems

1. Classify ideas and artifacts within their respective historical and regional contexts. (1-4)
2. Evaluate the diverse influences on the ideas and artifacts created in the global civilizations from the Fifteenth to the Twenty First Century. (1-7)
3. Evaluate the relationship between historical events and cultural response. (1-7)
4. Employ relevant terminology in oral and/or written arguments. (1-7)
5. Identify, analyze, and evaluate major contributors and their contributions to the cultural history of the modern world. (6, 7)

HUM 243 - History of Film

1. The development of film as a communication medium and art form
2. The development of key world film industries seen in their historic, geographic and political contexts
3. Film genres and vocabulary
4. Film analysis and critique
5. Film as a medium for social, political or aesthetic commentary

1. Identify the key world film industries and artists and their contribution to world cinema. (2) 
2. Use the basic technical and critical vocabulary of motion pictures. (3)
3. Analyze the relationship between the technologies of cinema, film aesthetics and visual communication. (1) 
4. Classify genres, and analyze and critique films within their geographic, historical and stylistic contexts. (1-5) 
5. Analyze the ways films have been used to promote, counter or comment on political, social and artistic movements. (1-5)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing.

HUM 248 - Introduction to Folklore

1. Definition of folklore and examination of folkloric behavior and artifacts around the world
2. Genres of folklore in narrative, speech, belief, performance and art
3. Folklore theories and scholarship
4. Methods of folklore investigation, including fieldwork
5. Use of artistic expression in establishing individual and group identity, authenticity and authority
6. Stability and change in tradition

1. Distinguish folkloric behavior and artifacts from other aspects of human culture. (1, 2)
2. Identify and associate specific examples of folklore with cross-cultural categories of human social behavior. (1-3, 5, 6) 
3. Justify the value of fieldwork in investigating human behavior. (3, 4) 
4. Document and interpret the presence of folklore in everyday life. (1-6) 
5. Describe and interpret the twin processes of conservation and change in the creation and transmission of folklore. (3, 6)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing.

HUM 250 - American Cinema

1. Development of the American film industry
2. Film vocabulary
3. Cinematic art and technology
4. Hollywood film genres
5. Film analysis and critique

1. Identify the key events of American film history from the silent cinema to the present day. (1)
2. Use the basic technical and critical vocabulary of motion pictures. (2) 
3. Analyze the relationship between the technologies of cinema and film art. (3)
4. Explain the role of genre in American film history as it relates to the expression of American ideals, values and idenity. (4)
5. Analyze and critique American films. (5) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words.

HUM 260 - Intercultural Perspectives

1. Historical forces and social systems of American society that have shaped the experience of minorities in the United States, including issues of race, gender and ethnicity
2. Significant Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American artists and writers
3. Importance and influence of traditional cultural artistry on the works of Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American artists and writers
4. Influence of Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American art and writing on the American artistic tradition

1. Articulate the historical forces and social systems that shaped the cultures of Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American artists and writers, including issues of race, gender and ethnicity. (1) 
2. Identify significant innovators, themes and techniques in the art of Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American communities. (2) 
3. Compare traditional and modern works of Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American artists and writers in order to trace the influence of cultural traditions on modern artistic expression. (3) 
4. Explain the influence of Native American, Hispanic American, African American and Asian American artists and writers on American art and culture. (4)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words.

HUM 296 - Internship: Humanities

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

HUM 299 - Independent Study Humanities

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

IPT 110 - Industrial Shop Practices

1. Safe shop practices
2. Measuring tools
3. Basic hand tools
4. Taps and dies for threading
5. Cutting and fusing HDPE pipe
6. Drill press
7. Power pipe threader
8. Pedestal grinder
9. Hand and hydraulic presses

1. Identify common shop hazards. (1)
2. Use personal protective equipment. (1)
3. Use various hand tools safely. (1)
4. Use techniques of various power tools safely. (1)
5. Use measuring tools: tapes, calipers, dividers, and gauges. (2)
6. Take measurements in various materials and in the course of various processes. (2)
7. Distinguish between English and metric measures. (2)
8. Select the proper tool for a given task. (3)
9. Identify common hand tools and their applications. (3)
10. Identify common files and their uses. (3)
11. Interpret the American National Thread System. (4)
12. Identify common taps. (4)
13. Select appropriate tap for specific application. (4)
14. Tap holes by hand. (4)
15. Identify and correct common threading problems. (4)
16. Select and prepare a rod for threading. (4)
17. Cut threads with a die. (4)
18. Select proper pipe for specific application. (5)
19. Cut HDPE pipe. (5)
20. Prepare HDPE pipe for joining. (5)
21. Use adhesives to join HDPE pipe. (5)
22. Select drills for specific applications. (6)
23. Make safe setups on drill press. (6)
24. Determine correct speeds and feeds for drilling operation. (6)
25. Select dies for specific applications. (7)
26. Use cutting fluids. (6,7)
27. Make safe setups on pipe threader. (7)
28. Thread pipe up to 2" diameter. (7)
29. Safely setup the pedestal grinder. (8)
30. Identify different metals by shop testing. (8)
31. Sharpen a twist drill bit. (8)
32. Remove and install a ball bearing from a shaft or housing. (9)
33. Remove and install a shaft with a keyway using a arbor press. (9)

IPT 120 - Industrial Pump Maintenance and Repair

1. Pump types
2. Principles of pump operation
3. Calculations required to use pumps safely and efficiently
4. Pump gauges
5. Pump maintenance procedures
6. Pump troubleshooting skills

1. Identify centrifugal pumps, including impeller, intake/discharge, and stage types (1)
2. Identify positive displacement pumps (1)
3. Identify rotary pumps, including gear, vane, and piston types (1)
4. Identify reciprocating pumps (1)
5. Identify special serviced pumps (1)
6. Use correct nomenclature for pump parts (2)
7. Explain the types and functions of impellers (2)
8. Explain the types and functions of seals (2)
9. Define and explain volute case (2)
10. Calculate head, reticulation, velocity, and pressure (3)
11. Describe NPSHR, NPSHA, and efficiency curves (3)
12. Connect pressure gauge for discharge (4)
13. Connect vacuum gauge for intake (4)
14. Read pump gauges (4)
15. Operate pump with throttled intake or throttled discharge (4)
16. Disassemble an end-suction centrifugal pump (5)
17. Inspect and evaluate pump parts (5)
18. Reassemble an end-suction centrifugal pump (5)
19. Construct intake and discharge companion flanges (5)
20. Use two-hole method for flange alignment on pipe (5)
21. Apply pump maintenance procedures (5)
22. Infer and apply troubleshooting strategies (6)
23. Use test equipment appropriately (6)
24. Use safe practices for troubleshooting pumps (6)

IPT 130 - Industrial Valve Maintenance and Repair

1. Valve types
2. Nomenclature for various valve parts
3. Principles of valve operation
4. Characteristics of flow in different valves
5. Principles of proper valve selection for specific applications
6. Valve maintenance procedures
7. Valve troubleshooting skills

1. Identify valves; globe, butterfly, wafer, weir, needle and ball. (1)
2. Identify valve parts; stem, actuator yoke, packing box, bonnet, cage, seat ring, plug, body, and gaskets (2)
3. Use correct nomenclature for valve parts (3)
4. Explain hand, air, and hydraulic operational methods (3)
5. Define laminar flow (4)
6. Define turbulent flow (4)
7. Define mixed flow (4)
8. Apply flow characteristics to specific valve types (4)
9. Explain pressure drops (4)
10. Determine fluid types (5)
11. Determine temperatures (5)
12. Determine viscosity (5)
13. Determine specific gravity (5)
14. Determine capacity of flow (5)
15. Determine system pressure (5)
16. Determine pressure drops (5)
17. Select the valves for a given applications(5)
18. Disassemble a valve (6)
19. Inspect and evaluate valve parts (6)
20. Reassemble a valve (6)
21. Apply valve maintenance procedures (6)
22. Infer and apply troubleshooting strategies (7)
23. Use test equipment appropriately (7)
24. Use safe practices for troubleshooting valves (7)

IPT 135 - Industrial Valve and Pump Maintenance and Repair

1. Pump operations
2. Pump troubleshooting
3. Pump maintenance
4. Valve operations
5. Valve maintenance
6. Valve and pipe troubleshooting 

1. Describe how various pumps operate. (1)
2. Diagnose causes of pump malfunctions. (1,2)
3. Complete routine maintenance on a variety of industrial pumps. (3)
4. Describe how valves operate. (4)
5. Complete routine maintenance on a variety of industrial valves. (5)
6. Diagnose root causes of valve and pipe malfunctions. (6)

IPT 140 - Bulk Materials Handling

1. Power transmission equipment
2. Lubrication issues
3. Bearing design, use, and maintenance
4. Oil seal design, use, and maintenance
5. Belting maintenance and repair
6. Basic support structure repair

1. Explain the function of gear-box transmissions (1)
2. Explain fluid drives (1)
3. Explain chain drives (1)
4. Identify various couplings (1)
5. List types of friction (2)
6. Compare types of lubricants (2)
7. Compare properties of lubricants (2)
8. Explain the role of common additives (2)
9. Describe methods of lubricant delivery (2)
10. Define viscosity and use it to identify various oils (2)
11. Discuss environmental concerns of handling and use of petroleum-based lubricants (2)
12. Use correct nomenclature for bearing parts (3)
13. Identify types and characteristics of bearings (3)
14. Use proper storage, installation, and maintenance of bearings (3)
15. Discuss special bearing applications (3)
16. Identify the causes of bearing failure (3)
17. Use correct nomenclature for seal parts (4)
18. Identify types and characteristics of seals (4)
19. Installation and maintain bearings(4)
20. Discuss specific applications of oil seals (4)
21. Identify the causes of seal failure (4)
22. Discuss construction and design of belting systems (5)
23. Perform mechanical repairs in belting systems (5)
24. Compare mechanical and materials failures (5)
25. Perform troubleshooting in belting systems (5)
26. Recognize loading areas (5)
27. Perform training and alignment adjustments (5)
28. Perform head pulley, tail pulley, take-up and tensioning adjustments (5)
29. Check troughing idlers (5)
30. Check return idlers (5)
31. Analyze framing design and materials (6)
32. Make simple repairs to framing (6)

IPT 160 - Machinery Maintenance and Troubleshooting

1. Resources to understand equipment
2. Equipment maintenance history
3. Operation requirements for mechanical equipment
4. Root cause analysis of mechanical failure
5. Preventative maintenance scheduling

1. Interpret blueprints and drawings. (1)
2. Utilize manufacturer's guides. (1)
3. Analyze operators reports. (1)
4. Perform electrical analysis. (2)
5. Measure and record vibration signature. (2)
6. Track thermal changes. (2)
7. Perform oil analysis. (2)
8. Determine electrical requirements. (3)
9. Determine load capacity. (3)
10. Determine RPM capacity. (3)
11. Locate power lockout. (3)
12. Inspect bearings. (3)
13. Inspect seals. (3)
14. Inspect gears. (3)
15. Check shaft alignment. (3)
16. Inspect fluid levels. (3)
17. List possible causes of excessive vibration. (4)
18. List possible causes of overheating. (4)
19. Identify the types and causes of bearing failure. (4)
20. Identify the causes of seal failure. (4)
21. Identify maintenance needs of a specific system. (5)
22. Schedule maintenance tasks to prevent failure/maximize equipment life and productivity. (5)

IPT 260 - Advanced Machinery Maintenance

1. Bearings
2. Power transmission equipment
3. Lubrication

1. Replace and repair plain journal bearings. (1)
2. Replace and repair antifriction bearings. (1)
3. Replace and repair ball and roller bearings. (1)
4. Replace bearing seals. (1)
5. Lubricate all types of bearings. (1)
6. Change belt drives. (2)
7. Repair and change chain drives. (2)
8. Replace worn gears. (2)
9. Replace worn gear drives. (2)
10. Replace adjustable speed drives. (2)
11. Realign and replace driveshafts. (2)
12. Replace shaft coupling devices. (2)
13. Replace clutches and brakes. (2)
14. Explain the principles of lubrication. (3)
15. Describe lubricant characteristics. (3)
16. Explain the purpose of lubricant additives. (3)
17. Differentiate between general purpose and special purpose grease and dry film lubricants. (3)
18. Lubricate various conveyance systems. (3)
19. Explain appropriate storage, disposal and handling of lubricants. (3)
20. Develop lubrication PM sheets. (3)

IPT 261 - Machine Shop

1. Standard machine tools
2. Safe machining
3. Hazard correction
4. History of machining
5. Machining procedures for drills, lathes, grinders, and saws
6. Measuring instruments

1. Utilize standard machine shop tools. (1)
2. Use basic machining setup procedures (2,5)
3. Calculate feed rates for boring tools. (1,5)
4. Use and sharpen a cylindrical grinder. (3,5)
5. Identify appropriate cutting fluids for a given job. (2,5)
6. Conduct angular measurement (6)
7. Perform drilling, tapping and reaming on a drill press. (5)
8. Turn a taper on a lathe. (5)
9. Face plate on a lathe. (5)
10. Operate band saw to contour, cut-off, and weld blades. (5)
11. Summarize the history of machining in North America. (4)
12. Debug problems with machines. (2,3)
13. Compile measurement data from metric instruments. (6)

IPT 295 - Apprenticeship: Industrial Plant

1. Job description and organization requirements
2. Technical skill development
3. Workplace skills and professional ethics
4. Workplace safety

1. Repair and maintain required equipment. (2,4)
2. Adhere to all safety procedures. (1,3,4)
3. Incorporate proper company protocols in the workplace. (1)
4. Apply appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics. (3)
5. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness and effective writing skills. (1,2,3)
6. Interpret written and oral instructions. (1,2)
7. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities. (1)
8. Use specialized equipment, software and tools required. (1,2)

IPT 296 - Internship: Industrial Plant Technician

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.
     

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

MGT 111 - Leadership & Innovation

1. Motivation and recognition of employees
2. Benefits of humor in the workplace
3. Creativity and innovation in the workplace
4. Positive and negative thinking

1. Identify ways to motivate and recognize employees. (1)
2. Discuss the benefits of humor in the workplace. (2)
3. Identify ways to create a work atmosphere that stimulates creativity and innovation. (3)
4. Create an action plan to recognize negative and promote positive thinking in the workplace. (4)

MGT 112 - Leadership & Collaboration

1. Leadership principles
2. Collaboration
3. Time management
4. Urgency addiction
5. Emotional intelligence
6. Virtual teambuilding

1. Identify skills of effective leaders. (1)
2. Apply team-building strategies. (2)
3. Apply time management strategies. (3)
4. Explain urgency addiction. (4)
5. Explain emotional intelligence (5)
6. Practice virtual teambuilding (6)

MGT 113 - Leadership & Communication

1. Speaking skills of leader/communicator
2. Oral communication delivery techniques: informative, impromptu, vision

1. Identify skills of leaders/communicators. (1)
2. Analyze and discuss communication delivery techniques to enhance leadership development. (2)
3. Apply oral communication delivery and presentation techniques. (2)

MGT 120 - Supervision Techniques

1. Supervisory roles and challenges
2. Decision making and problem solving
3. Planning
4. Motivation & leadership
5. Human resource management processes
6. Resolving employee conflict
7. Change management
8. Team-building

1. Describe characteristics and competencies needed to be an effective supervisor. (1)
2. Propose a decision-making strategy. (2)
3. Explain how planning differs at top, middle, and supervisory management levels. (3)
4. Explain motivational leadership in the context of today's workforce. (4)
5. Describe human resource management processes for supervisors including: recruitment, retention, compensation systems, training, performance appraisals, disciplinary interventions, health and safety. (5)
6. Describe creative problem-solving and conflict resolution techniques. (6)
7. Analyze factors that impact change management. (7)
8. Explain how team-building skills influence morale and productivity. (8)

MGT 132 - Ethics in Business

1. Individuals, culture, and society
2. Ethics, society and business
3. Ethical frameworks
4. Ethical decision making
5. Ethical standards in contemporary business and industry

1. Explain the role of culture in values development. (1)
2. Describe the dependency, connectivity and relationship among ethics, society and business. (2)
3. Identify, interpret, evaluate, and synthesize insights from various ethical frameworks in the development of ethical reasoning and decision making. (3, 4)
4. Apply insights from various ethical frameworks in the analysis and resolution of ethical breaches in contemporary business and industry. (3)
5. Apply ethical standards to contemporary business and industry. (5)
6. Evaluate a company's code of ethics in terms of the eight principles in the Global Business Standards Codex. (5)

MGT 140 - Organizational Behavior

1. The nature of organizational behavior
2. The challenges of organizational behavior
3. Foundations of individual & group behavior
4. Motivation
5. Leadership models
6. The organization structure
7. Change management and conflict resolution

1. Define organizational behavior and relate it to management. (1)
2. Identify the challenges and opportunities of managing a diverse workforce. (2)
3. Define how individual and group human behavioral theories and concepts are applied in the workplace. (3)
4. Apply different motivational theories, reward strategies, and life-work balance considerations to maximize individual and group performance. (4)
5. Select different leadership styles and management models in order to respond to a variety of situations, including teams. (5)
6. Assess the impact that a company's structure and design can have on its organizational behavior. (6)
7. Select optimal methodologies to deal with change management and conflict resolution in the workplace. (7)
8. Identify strategies that address the challenges of interfacing technology and employees. (2)

MGT 180 - Business Software and Communications

1. Communication methods
2. Professionalism in communication
3. Microsoft Word for Windows
4. Microsoft Excel for Windows
5. Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows

1. Identify communication methods, processes, and best practices. (1,2)
2. Compose professional business communications. (2)
3. Develop a professional presentation using appropriate technology. (2,5)
4. Explore various software applications used to support businesses and strategies. (3-5)
5. Produce word processing documents, spreadsheets, and charts. (3)

MGT 183 - Managing Business Finances

1. Budget methods
2. Pro forma statements
3. Cash flow statements
4. Balance sheet
5. Profit/Loss statement
6. Data analysis
7. Financial ratio analysis
8. Benchmarking
9. Break-even analysis

1. Define business finance terminology. (1)
2. Examine key elements of financial planning. (1-6)
3. Create a business budget. (1-4)
4. Analyze financial statements and reports. (7,8)
5. Identify opportunities to improve profitability. (8,9)

MGT 185 - Finding your Mentor

1. Goal setting
2. Elevator pitch
3. Networking
4. Professionalism
5. Constructive criticism

1. Establish effective professional relationships. (4)
2. Develop skills to connect with mentors and strategic leaders. (1)
3. Identify transferable skills that align with professional goals. (2-4)
4. Examine mentor feedback. (5)

MGT 188 - Competitor Differentiation

1. Marketing concepts
2. Social media trends
3. Search analytics
4. Value proposition
5. Competitive analysis spreadsheet
6. Content marketing strategy

1. Apply promotional content marketing concepts. (1)
2. Interpret search engine analytics. (2,3)
3. Examine technology and business trends impacting website and mobile app development. (2,6)
4. Identify need and opportunity in website and mobile app markets. (2,5,6)
5. Create website content plan and mobile app content strategy. (4-6)

MGT 201 - Leadership Essentials

1. Leadership styles
2. Leadership skills
3. Leadership challenges
4. Negotiation and decision-making processes
5. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence of an authentic leader
6. Work-life balance
7. Motivational techniques

1. Identify leadership styles. (1)
2. Identify levels of  leadership skills. (2,4)
3. Identify strategies for overcoming challenges. (2,3)
4. Utilize skills for leading remotely. (2,3,4,6)
5. Apply  critical thinking skills for successful decision-making. (2,4)
6. Apply emotional intelligence. (1,5,6)
7. Apply time management to define purposeful and impactful leadership tasks. (3,6)
8. Explain the  foundational characteristics of teams, organizations and motivation. (1,7)

MGT 202 - Strategic Leadership

Description: Leadership strategies utilizing effective communication tools, productive management teams, balancing resources, increase productivity and establishment of credibility.

 

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0

Course Content:

1. Trait Theory, Behavioral Theory, Contingency Theory, Power/Influence Theory
2. Transformational Leadership
3. Executive Strategic Planning
4. Incentives to increase productivity
5. Internal and external business strategic communication
6. Strategies for overcoming leadership challenges
7. Resiliency

1. Apply strategies for building a positive work environment. (1, 2, 4-6)
2. Demonstrate effective strategies for a vision. (2, 3, 5)
3. Utilize skills for optimal work distribution. (4, 6)
4. Apply evidence-based goal setting. (4)
5. Apply tools to  build long-term business relationships. (3, 5)
6. Utilize effective adaptation during situations of adversity.   (7)

MGT 203 - Organizational Leadership

Description: Leadership and organizational effectiveness with focus on functions of individuals, organizational design, human motivation and behavior patterns. 

 

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0

Course Content:

1. Ethics
2. Human motivation & behavior patterns
3. Dealing with change
4. Innovation
5. Collaboration
6. Conflict management
7. Diversity

1. Identify organizational values.  (1,2,6,7)
2. Apply ethical guidelines to leadership roles. (1)
3. Identify components of  a safe working environment. (2,4)
4. Develop strategies to overcome employee resistance and chronic organizational problems. (2-4,6,7)
5. Utilize change management system. (2,3)
6. Apply group dynamics/stages of team design and development. (2,3,5,7)  
7. Utilize successful communication between groups. (2,5,7)

MGT 220 - Principles of Management

1. Managers and management
2. Challenges confronting modern managers
3. Planning
4. Organizing
5. Leading
6. Controlling
7. Managing the e-business

1. Explain the roles, responsibilities, and accountability of managers in planning, organizing, leading, and controlling within an organization. (1)
2. Identify how managers create and manage organizational culture. (1)
3. Describe formal and informal communication realities and processes within organizations (social and organizational networks). (2)
4. Explain the relationship between planning, strategy, and decision making. (3)
5. Explain organizational hierarchies and the functions of management and administration at each level (planning, organizing, directing, and controlling). (3-6)
6. Analyze the impact of effective leadership on group behavior. (6)
7. Explain how technological change impacts the foundations of control. (6)
8. Compare and contrast the management process of the traditional business with that of the e-business. (7)
9. Describe the importance of written policies, rules, and procedures. (1)
10. Identify the impact of changes on business operations and employees. (2)

MGT 223 - Human Resource Management

1. Planning
2. Recruitment and selection
3. Onboarding and training
4. Performance appraisals
5. Employee incentives and benefits
6. Compensation
7. Health and safety
8. Disciplining and terminating
9. Employment laws 
10. Employee relations

1. Discuss legal, financial and operational considerations involved in workforce planning and human resource management decisions. (1)
2. Discuss the legal and procedural considerations involved in hiring, disciplining, and terminating employees. (2, 8)
3. Identify Federal and State employment laws applicable to management decisions. (2)
4. Analyze workplace human resource needs, including onboarding, employee training & development, organizational development and organizational learning. (3)
5. Identify the differences between union and nonunion organizations, and describe the importance of union/management relations. (10)
6. Identify the components of a legal performance appraisal system. (4)
7. Discuss current legal and social ramifications of "downsizing" or "right-sizing" an organization. (9)
8. Analyze the combination of various compensation, benefits packages, incentives and performance-based rewards used in today's workplace. (5, 6)
9. Describe the role of safety and health in today's business environment. (7)
10. Discuss the impact of globalization and diversity on human resource management. (10)

MGT 229 - Strategic Management

1. The strategic management process
2. Market dynamics
3. The role of organizations in the competitive advantage process
4. Static business environments and the competitive advantage process
5. New markets and the competitive advantage process
6. Organizational structure and the competitive advantage process

1. Describe and analyze the strategic management process. (1)
2. Identify and analyze methods for reshaping the strategic management process in the face of a changing market environment. (2)
3. Identify and describe the elements of the process of organizing for a competitive advantage. (3)
4. Create and present a strategic plan for a business, including financial strategy. (3)
5. Analyze trends in global economic and business development and integrate this information into a plan for penetrating new markets as a method for extending the organization's competitive advantage. (6)
6. Discuss how a changing organization structure can renew the organization's competitive advantage. (6)
7. Analyze how logistics (flow of goods & services, inventory & risk management) and supply chain management integrate to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage. (6)

MGT 230 - Principles of Marketing

1. Marketing in a changing world
2. Strategic planning and the marketing process
3. Marketing research and information systems
4. Consumer and business buying behavior
5. Marketing mix: Product, Place, Price, Promotion
6. Retailing and merchandising

1. Explain the overall importance of marketing and how it fits into the business environment. (1)
2. Explain the strategic function that marketing plays in the profitability of a business. (2)
3. Explain the use of marketing research and technology to achieve the marketing strategy. (3)
4. Discuss how the marketing mix (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) is used to address the needs and wants of consumers. (4, 5)
5. Create and present a marketing plan for a product or service. (5)
6. Compare different customer service strategies (CRM) that can be used to improve the consumer experience. (4)
7. Compare the strategies that are used within the different stages of a product's life cycle. (5)
8. Compare and contrast traditional retailers, category specialists, service, and product marketing. (6)
9. Evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising decisions in the retail industry, including visual merchandising. (6)
10. Describe different types of distribution channels and the concept of supply chain management. (5, 6)

MGT 231 - Social Media Marketing

1. History and foundations of social media
2. Social media planning
3. Social media platforms
4. Social media campaigns
5. Ethics and social responsibility

1. Describe the history and foundations of social media. (1)
2. Describe social media planning. (2)
3. Analyze social media platforms. (3)
4. Create a social media campaign. (4)
5. Explain use of an online customer relationship management program. (4)
6. Analyze ethics and social responsibility in social media. (5)

MGT 232 - Internet & Social Media Marketing

1. Social media platforms
2. Internet and social media marketing

1. Analyze social media platforms. (1)
2. Create an internet and social media marketing campaign including email blasts. (2)

MGT 233 - Business Communication

1. Communication foundations
2. Written communication in the workplace
3. Business letters and reports
4. Electronic media and communication
5. Professional presentations
6. Communicating for employment

1. Identify components of the communication process, including sender encoding and receiver decoding. (1)
2. Create purposeful written messages to a specific business audience. (2)
3. Compose business letters to communicate information or data. (3)
4. Identify methods of communication using the latest technology. (4)
5. Deliver an oral presentation using technology and visual support materials. (5)
6. Compose a professional resume and employment cover letter. (6)
7. Prepare a business report that integrates data from multiple sources to illustrate and emphasize key Information. (2)

MGT 280 - Marketing Tactics and Techniques

1. Business orientation
2. 4 P's of marketing
3. Relationship marketing
4. Budgeting
5. Social media
6. Components of a marketing plan

1. Distinguish between entrepreneurial and traditional marketing concepts. (2,3)
2. Explain relationship marketing. (3)
3. Differentiate marketing strategies. (1,6)
4. Develop a marketing budget. (4)
5. Analyze social media platforms. (5)
6. Create a marketing plan. (3, 6)

MGT 281 - High Performance Management

1. Performance management frameworks
2. Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics
3. Performance appraisals
4. Management by objectives (MBO)

1. Identify performance management tools. (1)
2. Discuss performance measurement methods. (2,3)
3. Examine behaviors that foster a high-performance culture. (3)
4. Explain performance management strategies. (4)

MGT 283 - Operations Management

1. Inventory management
2. Purchasing
3. Distribution and logistics
4. Scheduling
5. Vendor relationships

1. Identify key concepts of operations management. (1-5)
2. Design operational and administrative processes. (1-5)
3. Apply operations management techniques for specific need. (1-5)
4. Develop operations aligned with business strategy. (1-5)

MGT 285 - Growing your Business

1. Innovation and expansion
2. Sales forecasting
3. Crisis management
4. Financial software
5. Growth strategy

1. Evaluate challenges when growing a business. (1)
2. Identity opportunities for growing a business. (2)
3. Develop a growth strategy. (2-5)
4. Differentiate growth models. (5)

MGT 288 - Business Plan Development

1. Business description and structure
2. Market research and strategies
3. Operations and management
4. Financial plan

1. Develop a business plan with all required components. (1)
2. Assess market opportunities. (2)
3. Identify funding resources. (3,4)
4. Define SWOT analysis. (1)
5. Explain common financial statements. (4)

MET 100 - Introduction to Manufacturing Technology

1. Primary processes
2. Secondary processes
3. 3D scanner & rapid prototyping
4. Quality control
5. LEAN manufacturing
    

1. Describe the difference between primary and secondary processing. (1)
2. Describe the process for making steel. (2)
3. Discuss the processes in making raw rubber and raw plastic. (2)
4. List different casting processes and methods. (2)
5. Describe the different types of forming and shaping devices. (2)
6. Explain the fundamentals of machining. (2)
7. Construct workholding methods for mills and lathes. (2)
8. Identify the conditioning processes that change the "structure" of a material. (2)
9. List the types of bonding methods. (2)
10. Differentiate between the types of mechanical fasteners. (2)
11. List the types of converted finishes and define the powder coating process. (2)
12. Explain the basic principles, and list the different types, of rapid prototyping. (3)
13. Determine what is quality control. (4)
14. Define GD & T. (4)
15. Determine the meaning of SPC and why it's used. (4)
16. Explain the reasons for using ISO 9000 Quality Certification. (4)
17. Describe and apply LEAN manufacturing or LEAN production principles. (5)

MET 110 - Manufacturing Technology

1. Primary processes
2. Secondary processes
3. 3D scanner & rapid prototyping
4. Introduction to welding

1. Describe the difference between primary and secondary processing. (1,2)
2. Describe the process for making steel. (2)
3. Discuss the process used in making raw rubber and raw plastic. (2)
4. Characterize the different casting processes and methods. (2)
5. Use different types of forming and shaping devises. (2)
6. Explain the fundamentals of machining. (2)
7. Assemble using different work holding methods for mills and lathes. (2)
8. Operate a CNC mill and lathe. (2)
9. Use common types of mechanical fasteners. (2)
10. Summarize the basic principles, and list the different types, of rapid prototyping. (3)
11. Operate oxyacetylene and gas metal arc welding equipment. (4)
12. Construct using plasma arc cutting, and oxy-fuel cutting equipment. (4)
13. Present shielded metal arc and gas tungsten arc welding theories. (4)

MET 116 - Rigging

1. Slings and rigging hardware
2. Inspection techniques
3. Hitches configurations
4. Load handling safety
5. ANSI hand signals

1. Select and inspect synthetic, alloy, chain, and wire rope slings for a given task. (1)
2. Determine the proper hitch to be used for a given operation including vertical, choker, and basket. (2)
3. Identify the characteristics of sound and unsound rigging including slings, shackles, eyebolts, lifting clamps, and rigging hooks. (2)
4. Identify correct load handling configurations. (2,3)
5. Describe pre-lift safety checks. (4)
6. Identify capacity ratings. (3,4)
7. Simulate level load lifting. (1-4)
8. Describe loading and disconnecting safety precautions. (4)
9. Interpret ANSI hand signals. (5)
10. Perform ANSI hand signals. (5)

MET 150 - Surface Mine Safety Training

1. Health and safety in mine settings
2. Rules governing mine site work
3. Hazards related to mine activities
4. Health issues on mine sites
5. Fire dangers
6. Safe equipment operation
7. Mine traffic dangers
8. First aide and CPR
9. Mine high wall dangers

1. Blasting hazards and proceduresList mandatory health and safety standards. (1)
2. Explain the role and purpose of MSHA. (1)
3. Interpret the rights and obligations of miners. (2)
4. Use locking out and tagging procedures. (2,3)
5. Explain confined space entry procedures. (2,3)
6. Explain safety issues around conveyors and bins. (1,2,6)
7. Describe personal safety when using equipment. (1-4,6)
8. Describe use of various types of fire extinguishers. (5)
9. Explain safe worker habits. (1,8-9)
10. Explain drug and alcohol regulations on mine sites. (1)

1. 25 question pre and post test passing with minimum 70%.
    

MET 160 - Basic Machine Hydraulics and Pneumatics

1. Safety procedures and processes
2. Machine specific hydraulic components (valves, pumps, and cylinders)
3. Machine specific hydraulic circuits/systems and their functional characteristics
4. Machine specific hydraulic/pneumatic components (pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, accumulators) and their functional characteristics.
5. Machine specific maintenance
6. Service and repair information to perform needed maintenance, service, testing, and repairs
7. Hydraulic/pneumatic graphic symbols

1. Assembly, operation, and testing (pressure and or flow) various machine hydraulic/pneumatic circuits that includes pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and accumulators.Identify shop environment and hazards. (1)
2. Utilize emergency procedures and policy. (1)
3. Implement physical well-being and practice by following safety guidelines. (1)
4. Utilize material safety data sheets and chemicals in the shop environment. (1)
5. Remove and reinstall hydraulic and pneumatic components. (2)
6. Disassemble, inspect, and reassemble hydraulic/pneumatic cylinder, pump, flow valve, pressure valve, directional valve. (2)
7. Diagram the operational features and functions of machine specific hydraulic/pneumatic circuits. (3)
8. Describe how (collectively) hydraulic/pneumatic pumps, valves, motors, accumulators, cylinders, and the fluid function to operation the machine's hydraulic system. (4)
9. Determine which hydraulic/pneumatic components are utilized in various mobile equipment. (4)
10. Analyze oil sample information to determine condition of various hydraulic circuits. (5)
11. Obtain oil sample from hydraulic system. (5)
12. Perform maintenance procedures to ensure hydraulic/pneumatic systems operate as designed. (5)
13. Find and apply service and repair information. (6)
14. Identify "on equipment" hydraulic and pneumatic component types using graphic symbol. (7)
15. Describe operational features of hydraulic/pneumatic components and circuits using hydraulic/pneumatic graphic symbols and diagrams. (7)
16. Install various hydraulic/pneumatic components on diesel equipment, bleed or adjust system as needed. (8)
17. Perform hydraulic/pneumatic pressure and or flow testing procedures as outlined in the equipment manual. (8)

MET 200 - SolidWorks for Non-Engineers

1. Parameter-based modeling
2. Geometry-based constructs
3. Working drawings
4. Dimensioning and tolerancing
5. Graphics for computer-aided drawing

1. Create 2-D sketches in SolidWorks using dynamic viewing commands and parameter-based dimensions. (1)
2. Demonstrate basic parameter-based modeling procedures. (1)
3. Utilize the different extrusion options and geometric relations to display and modify parameter-based relations in SolidWorks. (2)
4. Place parts using SolidWorks SmartMates using the correct assembly modeling methods. (3)
5. Create assembly drawings and exploded assemblies in SolidWorks. (3)
6. Define dimensioning vocabulary and create drawing layouts from solid models. (4)
7. Configure tolerancing options in SolidWorks to meet ANSI and ISO standards. (4)
8. Describe various computer-aided drawing and drafting graphics. (5)

MET 296 - Internship: Manufacturing Engineering Technology

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.
     

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

MET 299 - Independent Study Industrial Technology/Manufacturing

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance
    

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

MAT 082 - Fundamentals of Mathematics

1. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers
2. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions
3. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of decimals
4. Conversion of fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions
5. Ratio and proportion
6. Percents
7. Measurement using U.S. and metric systems
8. Geometry
9. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of signed numbers

1. Add, multiply, subtract and divide whole numbers. (1) 
2. Add, multiply, subtract and divide positive rational numbers expressed in either fractional or decimal form. (2)
3. Convert rational numbers from fractional to decimal form and decimal to fractional form. (3,4)
4. Solve percent problems. (6) 
5. Solve ratio and proportion problems. (5) 
6. Work problems using units from the metric system and the U.S. system. (7) 
7. Recognize geometric shapes and formulae. (8)
8. Compute areas, perimeters and volumes of basic geometric figures. (8)
9. Add, subtract, multiply and divide signed rational numbers. (9)

MAT 092 - Beginning Algebra

1. Linear equations in one variable
2. Formulae and literal equations
3. Linear inequalities and interval notation
4. Linear equations and inequalities in two variables
5. Systems of linear equations and inequalities
6. Rules of exponents
7. Basic operations with polynomial expressions
8. Functions
9. Mathematics technology

1. Use properties of equality to solve linear equations in one variable. (1)
2. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables. (2) 
3. Solve linear inequalities in one variable and give solutions both graphically and in interval notation. (3)
4. Graph linear equations in two variables by locating points and by using a point and a slope. (4)
5. Interpret and apply slope as a rate of change. (4) 
6. Derive equations of lines from given information. (4)
7. Solve systems of linear equations using graphical and algebraic methods. (5)
8. Solve systems of linear inequalities. (5) 
9. Simplify expressions using the rules for exponents. (6)
10. Convert numbers between scientific and standard notation. (6)
11. Utilize scientific notation to perform operations and calculations. (6)
12. Add, subtract, multiply and divide expressions involving polynomials. (7) 
13. Apply the definition and properties of functions and use function notation. (8) 
14. Express functions numerically, algebraically and graphically. (8)
15. Use technology to graph linear equations and inequalities in two variables, and to solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable. (9)

MAT 097 - Intermediate Algebra

1. Factoring
2. Rational expressions and equations
3. Functions
4. Radical expressions and equations
5. Quadratic functions and equations
6. Inequalities
7. Technology

1. Factor binomials, trinomials and other polynomials using various methods. (1)
2. Perform basic operations with, and reduce, rational expressions. (1,2)
3. Perform basic operations with, and simplify, radical expressions. (4)
4. Interpret functional relationships in various forms (numeric, algebraic, graphic). (2-5)
5. Solve rational, radical, and quadratic equations algebraically or graphically. (1, 2, 4, 5)
6. Solve inequalities algebraically or graphically. (6)
7. Apply mathematics in real world contexts. (2-5)
8. Use technology to analyze graphs of functions. (3, 5, 7)

MAT 100 - Technical Mathematics

1. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of rational numbers
2. Ratio and Proportion
3. Percents
4. Rules of exponents
5. Fractional exponents and radicals
6. First degree equations
7. Literal equations
8. Geometry
9. Measurement including the metric system

1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed rational numbers. (1)
2. Apply whole number exponent laws to simplify expressions. (4)
3. Convert rational exponents to radical form and radicals to fractional exponents. (5)
4. Solve problems involving ratios and proportions. (2,6)
5. Solve problems involving percentages. (3,6)
6. Solve linear equations in one variable. (6,7)
7. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables.  (6, 7) 
8. Identify basic geometric shapes and formulae.  (8)
9. Solve problems involving geometric shapes and perimeter, area and volume of those shapes. (8,6)
10. Use measurement systems including the metric system. (9,2)

MAT 100A - Technical Mathematics A

1. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of rational numbers
2. Ratio and Proportion
3. Percents
4. Rules of exponents
5. Fractional exponents and radicals
6. First degree equations
7. Literal equations
8. Geometry
9. Measurement including the metric system

1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed rational numbers. (1)
2. Apply whole number exponent laws to simplify expressions. (4)
3. Convert rational exponents to radical form and radicals to fractional exponents. (5)
4. Solve problems involving ratios and proportions. (2,6)
5. Solve problems involving percentages. (3,6)
6. Solve linear equations in one variable. (6,7)
7. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables. (6, 7)
8. Identify basic geometric shapes and formulae. (8)
9. Solve problems involving geometric shapes and perimeter, area and volume of those shapes. (8,6)
10. Use measurement systems including the metric system. (9,2) 

MAT 100B - Technical Mathematics B

1. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of rational numbers
2. Ratio and Proportion
3. Percents
4. Rules of exponents
5. Fractional exponents and radicals
6. First degree equations
7. Literal equations
8. Geometry
9. Measurement including the metric system

1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed rational numbers. (1)
2. Apply whole number exponent laws to simplify expressions. (4)
3. Convert rational exponents to radical form and radicals to fractional exponents. (5)
4. Solve problems involving ratios and proportions. (2,6)
5. Solve problems involving percentages. (3,6)
6. Solve linear equations in one variable. (6,7)
7. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables. (6, 7)
8. Identify basic geometric shapes and formulae. (8)
9. Solve problems involving geometric shapes and perimeter, area and volume of those shapes. (8,6)
10. Use measurement systems including the metric system. (9,2) 

MAT 100C - Technical Mathematics C

1. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of rational numbers
2. Ratio and Proportion
3. Percents
4. Rules of exponents
5. Fractional exponents and radicals
6. First degree equations
7. Literal equations
8. Geometry
9. Measurement including the metric system

1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed rational numbers. (1)
2. Apply whole number exponent laws to simplify expressions. (4)
3. Convert rational exponents to radical form and radicals to fractional exponents. (5)
4. Solve problems involving ratios and proportions. (2,6)
5. Solve problems involving percentages. (3,6)
6. Solve linear equations in one variable. (6,7)
7. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables. (6, 7)
8. Identify basic geometric shapes and formulae. (8)
9. Solve problems involving geometric shapes and perimeter, area and volume of those shapes. (8,6)
10. Use measurement systems including the metric system. (9,2) 

MAT 141 - College Mathematics with Review

1. Introduction to counting
2. Introduction to probability
3. Introduction to descriptive statistics and the normal distribution
4. Dimensional analysis
5. Mathematical models of growth and decay
6. Consumer mathematics
7. Various developmental algebraic techniques to solve problems.

1. Apply the fundamental counting principle, combinations and permutations to applications involving counting. (1)
2. Compute empirical and theoretical probabilities of simple and compound events. (2)
3. Compute conditional probabilities in applications. (2) 
4. Analyze graphical and numerical summaries of data, including measures of central tendency and dispersion. (3)
5. Use the basic properties of the normal curve to solve applied problems. (3)
6. Use dimensional analysis to make conversions within and between metric and U.S. measurement systems. (4) 
7. Create and apply linear, quadratic and exponential models. (5) 
8. Compute quantities involved in simple and compound interest. (6) 
9. Compute quantities involved in annuities and mortgages. (6)
10. Compute quantities involved in credit card and consumer loans. (6)
11. Use properties of equality to solve linear equations in one variable. (7)
12. Solve formulae for one variable in terms of other variables. (7) 
13. Graph linear equations in two variables by locating points and by using a point and a slope. (7)
14. Interpret and apply slope as a rate of change. (7)
15. Derive equations of lines from given information. (7)
16. Simplify expressions using the rules for exponents. (7) 
17. Add, subtract, multiply and divide expressions involving polynomials. (7)

MAT 142 - College Mathematics

1. Introduction to counting
2. Introduction to probability
3. Introduction to descriptive statistics and the normal distribution
4. Dimensional analysis
5. Mathematical models of growth and decay
6. Consumer mathematics

1. Apply the fundamental counting principle, combinations and permutations to applications involving counting. (1)
2. Compute empirical and theoretical probabilities of simple and compound events. (2)
3. Compute conditional probabilities in applications. (2)
4. Analyze graphical and numerical summaries of data, including measures of central tendency and dispersion. (3) 
5. Use the basic properties of the normal curve to solve applied problems. (3)
6. Use dimensional analysis to make conversions within and between metric and U.S. measurement systems. (4)
7. Create and apply linear, quadratic and exponential models. (5)
8. Compute quantities involved in simple and compound interest. (6)
9. Compute quantities involved in annuities and mortgages. (6)
10. Compute quantities involved in credit card and consumer loans. (6) 

MAT 152 - College Algebra

1. Linear Functions
2. Quadratic and other nonlinear functions
3. Exponential and logarithmic functions
4. Polynomial functions
5. Systems of equations and matrices
6. Technology in mathematics

1. Recognize trends in data. (1-4,6)
2. Create suitable functions that model data using technology. (1-4,6)
3. Analyze an application using a function developed from data. (1-4,6)
4. Add, subtract and multiply matrices in the context of an application. (5,6)
5. Solve a system of equations using matrices and technology. (5,6)
6. Solve polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and power equation algebraically. (1-4)
7. Solve polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and power equation graphically.  (1-4)
8. Predict function values from polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and power models. (1-4)

MAT 156 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I

1. Problem solving strategies
2. Set theory and set operations
3. Properties and operations with whole numbers
4. Properties and operations using other bases
5. Properties and operations with integers
6. Properties and operations with rational numbers
7. Properties and operations with decimal numbers
8. Number theory of primes, composites, and factors
9. Percents, ratios and proportions
10. Properties, operations and application of functions

1. Use Polya's Four Step Model when problem-solving.  (1)
2. Use set notation and perform set operations using listed sets and Venn Diagrams.  (2)
3. Solve whole number operations and explain the algorithms used.  (3)
4. Solve problems in other number bases.  (4)
5. Solve integer number operations and explain the algorithms used.  (5)
6. Solve rational number operations and explain the algorithms used.  (6)
7. Solve decimal number operations and explain the algorithms used.  (7)
8. Categorize numbers as prime and composite and find GCD and LCM.  (8)
9. Solve problems using percents, ratios and proportions.  (9)
10. Solve algebraic equations and explain the process used. (10)
11. Apply the definition and properties of functions and use function notation. (10)
12. Express functions numerically, algebraically and graphically. (10)

MAT 157 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II

Description: Mathematical principles and processes specifically for elementary teachers. Includes geometry, measurement, statistics, and probability. Note: Computer use required.

Prerequisites: MAT 141 , MAT 142 , MAT 152  or satisfactory score on mathematics skills assessment.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Course Content:

1. Probability
2. Counting techniques including combinations and permutations
3. Topics in Statistics including graphs and measures of central tendency and variability
4. Geometric shapes and definitions
5. Symmetry
6. Similarity
7. Euclidean construction
8. Measurement using the U.S. system and the metric system
9. Perimeter, area, surface area and volume of geometric figures

1. Compute empirical and theoretical probabilities of simple events. (1)
2. Apply the fundamental counting principle, combinations and permutations to applications involving counting. (2)
3. Convert data from table format to graphical format. (3)
4. Analyze graphical and numerical summaries of data, including measures of central tendency and dispersion. (3)
5. Describe the properties of geometric shapes. (4)
6. Describe the symmetry of geometric shapes. (5)
7. Use similarity to solve problems. (6)
8. Perform Euclidean constructions. (7)
9. Use dimensional analysis to make conversions within and between metric and U.S. measurement systems. (8)
10. Find perimeter, area, surface area, and volumes of geometric objects. (9)

MAT 167 - Elementary Statistics

1. Descriptive statistics
2. Probability
3. Normal distribution
4. Research design
5. Sampling strategies
6. Confidence intervals
7. Hypotheses testing of one population
8. Tests of categorical data
9. Goodness-of-Fit and Contingency Tables
10. Statistics technology

1. Use both numerical and graphical methods to describe data. (1)
2. Compute and interpret measures of central tendency and variability. (1)
3. Compute probabilities for both simple and compound events. (2)
4. Apply the normal distribution to probability problems and estimation of population parameters. (3)
5. Critique the research methods of others, and use research methodology. (4,5)
6. Produce representative random samples. (5)
7. Calculate and interpret confidence intervals as estimates of population parameters. (6)
8. Perform hypothesis tests about means and other parameters from large and small samples using one and multiple sample methods. (7,8)
9. Test hypothesis about categorical data. (9)
10. Recognize appropriate use of Goodness-of-Fit and Contingency Table tests. (10)
11. Use regression and correlation to test hypothesis and create models for bivariate data. (11)
12. Use technology to perform statistical analysis. (12)

MAT 172 - Finite Mathematics

1. Application of linear functions in business and finance
2. Systems of linear equations
3. Applications of matrices in business and finance
4. Linear programming
5. Applications of simple, compound, and continuous interest
6. Counting techniques
7. Introduction to probability
8. Introduction to statistics

1. Analyze applications with linear functions. (1,2)
2. Analyze applications with systems of linear equations. (1,2,3)
3. Apply elementary matrix operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication and inversion to solve applications. (3)
4. Solve linear programming problems by graphical and algebraic techniques. (1,4) 
5. Compute quantities involved in simple and compound interest. (5) 
6. Compute quantities involved in annuities and mortgages. (5) 
7. Apply combinations and permutations in applications involving counting. (6)
8. Compute probabilities of simple, compound, independent and dependent events. (7)
9. Compute measures of central tendency and dispersion for a collection of statistical data. (8)
10. Apply the theory of normal distributions to statistics problems. (8)

MAT 182 - Precalculus (Algebra)

1. Linear functions 
2. Nonlinear functions including quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions
3. Systems of equations in three variables
4. Nonlinear systems of equations
5. Technology

1. Use definitions and operations associated with functions, including inverses, combinations, and compositions. (1-3) 
2. Represent and interpret functions in a variety of ways; numeric, symbolic, graphic, and verbal. (1-3) 
3. Solve equations and systems using a variety of techniques including symbolic and graphical. (1-5) 
4. Graph basic functions and use translations to reflect changes made to basic functions. (1, 2, 5) 
5. Apply mathematics in context and model real situations using mathematics. (1-5)

MAT 183 - Precalculus (Trigonometry)

1. Right angle trigonometry
2. Trigonometric functions on the unit circle
3. Radian and degree measures for angles
4. Graphs of trigonometric functions
5. The solution of oblique triangles
6. Trigonometric equations
7. Identities including composite angle identities
8. Inverse trigonometric functions
9. Introduction to vectors

1. Use the unit circle to determine trigonometric functions and their graphs. (2,3,4) 
2. Solve right triangles using trigonometric ratios. (1,3) 
3. Solve oblique triangles using the law of sines and the law of cosines. (3,5) 
4. Convert degree to radian measure and radian to degree measure. (3) 
5. Prove trigonometric identities. (7) 
6. Solve trigonometric equations involving both trig and inverse trig functions. (1-6, 8) 
7. Use vectors in applied problems. (9) 

MAT 187 - Precalculus

1. Linear functions
2. Nonlinear functions including quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions
3. Systems of equations in three variables
4. Trigonometry
5. Nonlinear systems of equations  
6. Vectors
7. Technology

1. Use definitions and operations associated with functions, including inverses, combinations, and compositions. (1,3
2. Represent and interpret functions in a variety of ways; numeric, symbolic, graphic, and verbal. (1-5)
3. Solve equations and systems using a variety of techniques including symbolic and graphical. (1-5)
4. Graph basic functions and use translations to reflect changes made to basic functions. (1, 3, 7)
5. Apply mathematics in context and model real situations using mathematics. (1-4,6)
6. Apply trigonometric properties and identities. (3)

MAT 212 - Topics in Calculus

1. Limits and continuity
2. Definition and visualization of the derivative
3. Basic techniques of differentiation
4. Application of derivatives in business and finance
5. Definition and visualization of an integral
6. Basic techniques of integration
7. The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
8. Applications of integration in business and finance

1. Compute limits. (1) 
2. Apply limits to determine if a function is continuous. (1) 
3. Compute derivatives using the rules of differentiation. (3)
4. Analyze functions from business using marginal analysis and derivatives. (2,3,4)
5. Apply differentiation to optimize functions from business and finance. (3,4)
6. Compute definite and indefinite integrals using basic integration techniques. (6)
7. Compute the total change in a function from its marginal function. (5,7,8)

MAT 220 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

1. Functions and their applications
2. Limits and continuity
3. Definition and visualization of a derivative
4. The laws of differentiation
5. Applications of the derivative
6. Definition and visualization of a integral
7. The fundamental theorem of calculus
8. Basic integration techniques

1.  Analyze functions. (1) 
2. Compute limits. (2) 
3. Apply limits to determine if a function is continuous. (2) 
4. Compute derivatives using the limit definition of the derivative. (3)
5. Compute derivatives using the rules of differentiation. (4) 
6. Define the geometric concept of a derivative. (3) 
7. Use differentiation techniques to analyze the behavior of functions.  (4, 5) 
8. Apply differentiation to solve optimization problems. (4,5) 
9. Apply differentiation to solve related rates problems. (4,5) 
10. Apply differentiation to solve physics applications. (4,5)
11. Define the geometric concept of the definite integral. (6,7) 
12. Compute definite and indefinite integrals using basic integration techniques. (7, 8)

MAT 230 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

1. Techniques of integration including substitution, integration by parts, partial fractions and integration tables
2. Numerical methods for integration
3. Applications of integration
4. Infinite Series
5. Taylor series and polynomials
6. Separable differential equations
7. Parametric and polar curves

1. Compute definite and indefinite integrals using advanced techniques of integration. (1)
2. Approximate definite integrals using numerical methods. (2)
3. Solve applied problems using integration. (3) 
4. Analyze the convergence of infinite series. (4)
5. Approximate functions using Taylor series and polynomials. (5)
6. Solve separable differential equations. (6)
7. Solve problems using parametric and polar equations (7) 
8. Define parametric equations and polar curves within their respective coordinate systems. (7)

MAT 241 - Calculus III

1. Vectors
2. Planes and surfaces
3. Cylindrical and spherical coordinates
4. Functions of several variables
5. Partial differentiation
6. Optimization
7. Multiple integration
8. Integration techniques
9. Vector calculus

1. Solve problems using vectors in 3-space. (1)
2. Use equations of planes and surfaces to solve problems. (2) 
3. Solve problems using cylindrical and spherical coordinate systems. (3)
4. Compute partial derivatives. (4,5)
5. Compute extremes of functions of two variables. (4-6)
6. Compute differentials, directional derivatives, gradients, and tangent planes. (4-6)
7. Integrate multiple integrals. (7,8)
8. Solve applied problems requiring multiple integrals. (8,9)
9. Define and identify vector fields. (9)
10. Compute line and surface integrals. (9)
11. Use Divergence, Curl, Green's Theorem, Stokes' Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem. (9)

MAT 262 - Elementary Differential Equations

1. First order linear differential equations
2. Second order linear differential equations
3. Laplace transforms
4. Systems of linear differential equations
5. Numerical methods
6. Qualitative techniques
7. Applications of first and second order differential equations and linear systems of differential equations

1. Solve first order differential equations that are separable or linear. (1)
2. Solve second order linear differential equations. (2)
3. Apply Laplace transforms to solve differential equations. (3)
4. Solve systems of linear differential equations using matrices. (4) 
5. Apply qualitative techniques to graph solutions of differential equations and systems of differential equations. (6)
6. Apply numerical methods to solve differential equations. (5)
7. Solve applied problems involving differential equations. (1-7) 

MAT 296 - Internship: Math

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

MAT 299 - Independent Study Mathematics

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance
    

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

MTC 105 - Introduction to Motorcycle and UTV Technology

1. Motorcycle and UTV two- and four-stroke engines
2. Motorcycle and UTV brakes and controls
3. Motorcycle and UTV frames and drive trains
4. Motorcycle and UTV fuel systems
5. Motorcycle and UTV electrical systems
6. Motorcycle and UTV suspension systems
7. Motorcycle and UTV wheels and tires

1. Identify and articulate all components related to two-stroke and four-stroke engines. (1)
2. Inspect and adjust brake cables, pads, rotors, and related brake components. (2)
3. Inspect and evaluate frame integrity and welds. (3)
4. Inspect and adjust belt or chain drive systems. (3)
5. Inspect fuel lines and connections. (4)
6. Adjust carbureted and fuel injected systems. (4)
7. Determine fuel mixture for two-stroke engines. (4)
8. Inspect, clean, and diagnose electrical storage unit. (5)
9. Inspect and test the ignition system. (5)
10. Inspect and test the charging system. (5)
11. Inspect and test the starting system. (5)
12. Identify major components of a suspension system. (6)
13. Inspect and diagnose shock absorbers. (6)
14. Inspect and diagnose forks. (6)
15. Adjust and tune spoke wheels. (7)
16. Remove, repair and replace tires. (7)
17. Balance wheel and tire chasse. (7)

MTC 110 - Motorcycle Brakes, Suspension, Wheels and Tires

1. Brake systems
2. Wheels and tires
3. Suspension system

1. Identify, adjust or replace components of both hydraulic and mechanical brake systems. (1)
2. Inspect, diagnose, repair, and true spoked wheels. (2)
3. Mount and balance tires. (2)
4. Identify, inspect or repair basic motorcycle suspensions. (3)

MTC 140 - Introduction to Motorcycle Electrical Systems

1. Electrical theory
2. Motorcycle electrical systems
3. Electrical testing equipment and operation
4. Diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures
5. Motorcycle electrical system repair
6. Electrical schematics, symbols, and electrical diagnostic manuals

1. Apply basic electrical theory for motorcycle systems. (1)
2. Identify motorcycle electrical systems and their use: charging, starting, ignition, accessory and switches. (2)
3. Operate a multimeter and battery load tester. (3)
4. Perform diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures.(4)
5. Repair or replace motorcycle electrical system components and wiring. (5)
6. Read, interpret and use motorcycle wiring schematics, symbols, and diagnostic manuals. (6)

MTC 210 - American Motorcycle Service Procedures

1. Shop equipment and tool use
2. Inspection procedures
3. Service needs and procedures
    

1. Use shop equipment and tools. (1)
2. Complete 25 point inspection procedures. (2,3)
3. Check tires, spokes and wheel bearings. (2,3)
4. Replace front fork fluid and seals, and adjust front fork. (2,3)
5. Service and adjust handlebar, bushings and handlebar controls. (2,3)
6. Inspect electrical system and lighting and service battery. (2,3)
7. Service air cleaner, inspect fuel system and adjust carburetor. (2,3)
8. Adjust primary chain and clutch and service clutch cable. (2,3)
9. Inspect brake system and replace brake pads and fluids. (2,3)
10. Adjust and service secondary belt and chain. (2,3)
11. Change oil and oil filter. (2,3)
12. Service shift and brake foot controls and make adjustments. (2,3)
13. Adjust headlights. (2,3)
14. Test ride motorcycle. (2,3)

MTC 215 - Motorcycle and UTV Service Procedures

Description: Common fundamental repairs most often needed in motorcycles and UTVs.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 1
Lab: 4

Course Content:

1. Brake repairs
2. Fork and shock repairs
3. Wheel and tire repairs
4. Valve adjustments
5. Piston and ring replacement
6. Electrical troubleshooting
7. Fuel system repairs
8. Clutch adjustment and replacement

 
Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify, adjust or replace components of both hydraulic and mechanical brake systems. (1)
2. Change fork seals, oil and bushings and adjust to rider specifications. (2)
3. Replace and adjust shocks for various riding conditions. (2)
4. Inspect, repair, and true spoked and mag wheels. (3)
5. Mount and balance tires. (3)
6. Replace and adjust valves in 4-stroke engines. (3)
7. Replace piston rod, piston, and rings in two and four stroke engines. (4)
8. Operate a multimeter. (5)
9. Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components as needed. (5)
10. Replace and adjust clutch. (7)
11. Diagnose and repair problems commonly associated with carburated and fuel injection systems. (7)

MUS 101 - Private Music

1. Pitch and rhythmic notation
2. Sight-reading techniques
3. Tone production
4. Technical facility
5. Performance of selected studies and compositions

1. Read and apply pitch and rhythmic notation. (1)
2. Sight-read using techniques appropriate to level of music studied and/or performed. (2)
3. Produce the quality of tone appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (4)
5. Apply styles, phrasing, and performances practices appropriate for the various periods, genre, and level of music studied. (1-5)

MUS 101A - Private Music

1. Pitch and rhythmic notation
2. Sight-reading techniques
3. Tone production
4. Technical facility
5. Performance of selected studies and compositions

1. Read and apply pitch and rhythmic notation. (1)
2. Sight-read using techniques appropriate to level of music studied and/or performed. (2)
3. Produce the quality of tone appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (4)
5. Apply styles, phrasing, and performances practices appropriate for the various periods, genre, and level of music studied. (1-5)

MUS 103 - Piano Class I

1. Technical skill in playing the piano
2. Reading beginning-level piano literature
3. Beginning-level music theory

1. Play on the piano beginning-level literature in the keys of C and G major.
2. Count and play on the piano beginning-level rhythms in duple, triple and quadruple meters in both simple and compound division of the beat.
3. Play on the piano all major, minor, diminished and augmented chords in root position.
4. Play on the piano scales and I, IV and V7 chord progressions in C and G major.
5. Assign names on a written test to pitches, chords, intervals and key signatures.

MUS 104 - Piano Class II

1. Technical skill in playing the piano
2. Playing beginning-level piano literature in five keys
3. Beginning-level music theory
4. Beginning-level key transposition
    

MUS 105 - Voice Class I

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Reading vocal solo literature
3. In-class performance
4. Introductory-level music reading
    

1. Use standard postures while singing.
2. Use standard breath support while singing.
3. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing.
4. Perform selected examples of solo literature.
5. Model professional stage deportment.
6. Sight-read melodies in the key of C major and clap rhythms in duple, triple, and quadruple meters (using both simple and compound division of the beat).
7. Identify an assigned set of music vocabulary words.

MUS 106 - Voice Class II

1. Understand the functions of vocal mechanism, learn to coordinate breathing and relaxation in order to produce tension-free singing sounds and an even singing scale through the voice; improve resonance and projection of the voice for solo performance and blending techniques of the singing voice for ensemble and choral singing.
2. Improve level of musicianship by learning musical terms and their application, by demonstrating improvement in intonation, rhythm skills, interval skips, phrasing, and flexibility of voice.
3. Learn to perform successfully in public through the study and practice of clear diction in singing, study of style and interpretation of songs, and experience in effective stage presence.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of repertoire through the study of song literature, the facets of the use of voices in music literature and awareness of composers and performers.
5. Demonstrate improvement in public performance by presenting a recital of songs at the close of the semester. Besides performing individually students will each write critique of the other performances demonstrating ability to recognize aspects of technique, musicianship and performance.

MUS 107 - Guitar Class I

1. Introduction to the guitar
2. Introduction to the musical terms and notations
3. Two tuning methods
4. Note reading performance skills; duets in the classical style
5. Chord studies and strumming in the folk style
6. Right and left hand skill studies--scales arpeggios
7. Repertoire--melodic and chord style music
    

1. Identify parts of guitar.
2. Know guitar terms.
3. Know musical terms.
4. Demonstrate tuning.
5. Demonstrate note reading--pitch and rhythm
6. Identify chords--symbols and fingering positions.
7. Develop finger dexterity--right and left hand.
    

MUS 108 - Guitar Class II

1. Playing position
2. Right-hand technique
3. Left-hand technique
4. Rest strokes
5. Free strokes
6. Arpeggios
7. Chords
8. Bar chords, forms I-II
9. Sight reading
10. Note reading through the ninth position
11. Warm-up exercises
12. Stretching exercises
13. Scales
14. Ascending legados
15. Descending legados
16. Strums
17. Guitar styles
18. Harmonic tuning

1. Read and play chord structures. (7, 8, 12-15)
2. Identify and use different guitar styles. (16-17)
3. Use developed skills in harmonic tuning. (18)
4. Read music in basic position. (1)
5. Play to the ninth position. (10-12)
6. Use basic right and left hand techniques. (2, 3)
7. Read and play music with individual style and music selection with instructor supervision. (1-12, 14-16)
    

MUS 109 - Guitar Class III

1. Playing position
2. Right-hand techniques
3. Left-hand techniques
4. Rest strokes
5. Free strokes
6. Arpeggios
7. Chords
8. Bar chords forms I-V
9. Note reading in all positions
10. Warm-up exercises
11. Stretching exercises
12. Scales (Sagreras-Segovia)
13. Ascending legados
14. Descending legados
15. Advanced strums
16. Finger-picking styles
17. Guitar styles
18. Harmonic tuning

1. Read and play using concepts of complex chord structures. (7, 8, 12)
2. Identify and use different guitar styles. (15-17)
3. Use harmonic tuning skills from one string. (18)
4. Sight read in all positions. (9)
5. Use advanced right and left hand techniques. (2, 3)
6. Read and play music with individual style and music selection. (1-18)

MUS 110 - Concert Band

1. Holding position of instruments
2. Breathing technique for wind instruments
3. Articulation technique for wind instruments
4. Stick and mallet grips for percussion instruments
5. Musical notation and musical terms
6. Major scales
7. Group rehearsal of concert band literature
    

1. Read and perform major scales. (1-7)
2. Read and perform common rhythms. (1-7)
3. Read and perform common rudiments (percussionists). (1-5, 7)
4. Perform concert band literature within a group. (1-7)
    

MUS 111 - Symphonic Band

1. The Ab, Bb, C, Db, Eb, F concert scales
2. Division of the beat through 16th notes in simple and compound meters
3. Selected band literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance tone quality, style, articulation and precision

1. Perform scales in the common band keys.
2. Perform musical notational symbols and terms.
3. Demonstrate rhythmic patterns in common meters.
4. Develop concepts of correct pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision.
5. Determine concepts of the individual's roll in preparation and performance of band music.

MUS 113 - Big Band I

1. Scales required of selected intermediate level jazz music
2. Division and subdivision of the beat in simple, common and mixed meters
3. Intermediate level jazz literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision

1. Perform common intermediate level big band keys. (1)
2. Perform intermediate level rhythmic patterns in various meters. (2)
3. Perform with correct pitch, tone quality, style and articulation. (3)
4. Perform intermediate level jazz music. (1-3)
    

MUS 114 - Big Band II

1. Scales required of selected advanced level jazz music
2. Division and subdivision of the beat in simple, common and mixed meters
3. Advanced level jazz literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision
    

1. Perform common advanced level big band keys. (1)
2. Perform advanced level rhythmic patterns in various meters. (2)
3. Perform with correct pitch, tone quality, style and articulation. (3)
4. Perform advanced level jazz music. (1-3)
    

MUS 115 - Instrumental Ensemble

1. Critical analysis of music
2. Vocabulary and language of music
3. Transpositions, clefs and standard notational symbols
4. Performance

1. Use transpositions, different clefs and standard notational symbols while performing music. (2, 4)
2. Identify, analyze, and perform different pieces of music within the same genre. (1-4)
3. Identify elements of music from diverse genres and cultures. (1-3)
4. Sight-read music accurately and with expression. (4)

MUS 116 - Jazz Combo

1. Critical analysis of jazz and popular music
2. Vocabulary and language of jazz and popular music
3. Jazz and popular music memorization
4. Performance
    

1. Use jazz notation symbols while performing music. (1-4)
2. Memorize and perform jazz and popular music in a small group setting. (1-4)
3. Identify elements of music from diverse genres and culture. (1,2)
4. Improvise music with expression. (1-4)

MUS 117 - Symphony Orchestra

1. Scales required of selected music
2. Division and subdivision of the beat in simple and compound meters
3. Selected orchestral literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision
    

1. Perform common orchestral keys.
2. Perform rhythmic patterns in various meters.
3. Perform with correct pitch, tone quality, style and articulation.
4. Perform orchestral music.
    

MUS 129 - Music Fundamentals

1. Notation of pitch
2. Time classifications
3. Note and rest values
4. Time signatures
5. Intervals
6. Scales
7. Key signatures
8. Triads

1. Aurally compare the pitches between a major and a minor scale. (1,6)
2. Aurally identify and notate all simple intervals. (1,5)
3. Compare the difference between a slur and a tie. (3)
4. Define compound meters. (2)
5. Define the four triad types. (8)
6. Place barlines in a line of music. (4,7)
7. Describe how a scale may be transposed to any pitch level. (1,7)
8. Describe how intervals are identified. (5)
9. Describe how intervals are used to construct triads. (5,8)
10. Describe the accumulative effect of dot(s) on note value. (3)
11. Explain concepts used in determining consonance and dissonance among intervals. (5)
12. Explain the role of the leading tone note in the harmonic minor scale. (3,6)
13. Explain the significance of the top and bottom number in a meter signature. (4)
14. Identify and notate a major scale. (6)
15. Identify and notate an open position triad. (8)
16. Identify and notate any given interval. (5)
17. Identify and notate given modal scales. (6)
18. Identify and notate the clef symbols. (3)
19. Identify aurally and notate root position triads. (8)
20. Identify each tone placement name (member) of a triad. (1,8)
21. Identify pitch names of notes on ledger lines. (1,3)
22. Identify pitch names on the grand staff. (1)
23. Identify the primary triads in a given key, labeling each with the appropriate Roman numeral. (8)
24. Identify, by sight and sound, simple and compound metered music. (3,4)
25. List five song associations with interval names. (5)
26. List structural characteristics of a melody. (1-8)
27. List the modal scale names. (6)
28. List two aids used in identifying intervals. (5)
29. Notate a chromatic scale. (6)
30. Perform rhythmic exercises in simple and compound meters. (1-8)
31. Sight sing simple melodies. (1-8)
     

MUS 131 - Basic Integrated Theory I

1. The structure of tonality
2. Part writing of triads in root position: doubling and spacing
3. Part writing of triads in root position: voice leading
4. Part writing of triads in first and second inversions
5. Ear training: identifying and constructing intervals and triads
6. Tonal and rhythmic memory through dictation: notating rhythmic patterns and melodic passages
7. From sight to sound, the inner hearing of written music by sight singing melodies in major and minor keys

1. Categorize and list in order from tonic to leading tone the correct Roman numeral and write all the major, minor, augmented and diminished triads in any major or minor key.
2. Select the correct chords and illustrate on staff paper the proper doubling and spacing of each triad in a four-part choral.
3. Determine the correct interval number and quality and the correct triad quality; the interval and triad on staff paper.
4. Develop tonal and rhythmic memory and write simple and compound rhythmic patterns and short melodic passages.
5. Recite or sing from a printed manuscript a melody never before heard or sung.
    

MUS 132 - Basic Integrated Theory II

1. Four part vocal harmonic concepts including inversions, 7th chords, non-harmonic tones, modulation to related keys, secondary dominants and basic song forms
2. Composition and performance of music in basic piano styles
3. Analysis technics in vocal chorale and piano styles
4. Realization of vocal chorale and piano styles at the keyboard
5. Aural dictation and vocal sight reading

1. Demonstrate the structure of tonality; doubling, spacing and voice leading of 1st and 2nd version triads and dominant 7th chords with piano application.
2. Compose and perform basic piano styles.
3. Demonstrate harmonic analysis of chorale and piano styles.
4. Demonstrate other dominant function 7th chords.
5. Demonstrate modulation to related keys.
6. Demonstrate non-dominant 7th chords and compounds meters.
7. Demonstrate secondary dominants.
8. Identify basic song forms and subdivided rhythmic patterns.
9. Analyze and use non-harmonic tones.
10. Exercise keyboard skills sufficient to perform class assignments.
11. Demonstrate vocal interpretation of music through sight singing.
     

MUS 134 - Singing for the Actor

1. Vocal techniques
2. IPA symbols and pronunciation
3. Music and lyric analysis
4. Musical connection to other languages, societies and arts

1. Produce proper physiology of the vocal mechanism. (1)  
2. Integrate sounds and symbols of the IPA for solo literature. (2-4)
3. Create performance techniques through vocal application and repertoire study. (1-4)
4. Integrate proper IPA in song for dramatic performance. (1-4)
5. Construct a repertoire portfolio for audition and performance. (1-4)
6. Articulate the artistic context of the repertoire. (4)