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MET 0245 - Manufacturing with Metals
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Practical introduction to metals and alloys with emphasis on optimal use of materials in a variety of manufacturing applications. This course focuses on providing an understanding of how and when materials are used, examining specific applications and their requirements and relating those requirements to the properties of various materials. Criteria for appropriate materials selection as well as techniques for maintaining control over material properties during processing will be illustrated. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: students must have MATH 0130 or higher (not MATH 131 or MATH 0135 ) with a grade of ‘C’ or better or a Math ACT score of 27 or higher.
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MET 0298 - Topics in Manufacturing Technology
Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
Special topics in new or emerging manufacturing technology not normally included in another course. Prerequisites: specified by the department in a course syllabus.
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MET 0304 - CNC Project and Cost Analysis
Fall 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on the development of a CNC project applying the principles of design, material selection, cost analysis, planning, and numerical control concepts, including vertical machining centers and turning centers, numerical control programming, and proofing. Students will gain an understanding of basic project management skills as well as project realization. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Prerequisites: students must have MET 0200 , MET 0240 or MET 0245 , IET 0300 and DDET 115.
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MET 0330 - Automation Maintenance and Troubleshooting
NEW TERMS: Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course is designed to provide students with the methods and skills to maintain and repair automation, Topics covered will be preventative maintenance, fault analysis, and problem solving mechanical breakdowns. Students will review best practices and apply on lab automation systems. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Prerequisites: MET 0200 and MET 0210
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MET 0491 - Internship in Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
A structured work experience in manufacturing technology at an institution, facility, or industry not directly related to Missouri Southern. Practical application of the students’ majors under the direct supervision of an on-site professional who is not an MSSU faculty or staff member. A faculty member will be responsible for approving the placement site and supervising the overall activities of the internship. Prerequisites: 15 hours of MET courses and permission of a committee.
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MET 0498 - Adv. Topics Mfg. Technology
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Covers specialized knowledge and skills related to new developments in manufacturing technology. Topics will vary by the semester and situation. Prerequisite: Senior standing in management-technology or an associate degree in manufacturing technology.
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MET 0499 - Independent Study in MT
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Individually directed reading, research, and report preparation in selected areas of contemporary manufacturing technology, for advanced majors. Scope, depth, and area of concentration and credit will be arranged when enrolling in the course. Offered by arrangement. Prerequisite: Completion of required manufacturing technology courses with minimum 3.0 GPA and permission of instructor, department head and school dean.
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Marketing |
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MRKT 0300 - Principles of Marketing
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
Survey of major marketing methods, institutions, and practices. Retailing, wholesaling, distribution channels, marketing legislation, advertising, marketing research, and marketing cost are treated from the standpoint of consumers, middlemen, and manufacturers. Prerequisite: ENG 0101 and ENG 0102 .
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MRKT 0312 - Retail Management
Spring & Summer (odd) 3 Credit Hours
This course will review the principles of successful retail management, including managing retail operations, administration and control, location analysis, merchandising, promotion, and review of the retail environment with analytic and research methods applicable to retail problems. Retailing is a high tech, global, growth industry and the retail manager uses creativity and analytical skills to be successful in this dynamic world. Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
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MRKT 0321 - Professional Sales and Sales Management
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
This covers the principles, methods, and techniques of effective professional strategic and consultative selling as well as the management of a professional sales staff. Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
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MRKT 0401 - Integrated Marketing Communications
Spring & Summer (Even) 3 Credit Hours
This course examines the planning, development, and execution of integrated marketing communication programs with a focus on the promotional aspects of the marketing mix. Both traditional and online applications of marketing strategies are studied as they pertain to achieving an organization’s goals and objectives. The analysis of advertising media, the preparation of advertising programs, and the formulation of campaigns are included in the course. Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
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MRKT 0405 - eMarketing
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
Addresses the new technological environment that marketers are facing by introducing strategic considerations related to technology and technology implementation including web site construction, email and social media marketing. Explores the basics of marketing exchange utilizing the information highway, multimedia techniques, database marketing, and interactive telecommunications; also gives students hands on experience with relevant software. Prerequisites: MRKT 0300 and MGMT 0237 (or equivalent).
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MRKT 0432 - Consumer Behavior
Fall, Spring & Summer (Demand) 3 Credit Hours
An interdisciplinary approach to the analysis and interpretation of consumer buying habits and motives and the resulting purchase of goods and services. The purchaser’s psychological, economic and socio-cultural actions and reactions are stressed. Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
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MRKT 0470 - Marketing Research
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The systematic gathering, recording, analyzing and presentation of data relating to market analysis, sales analysis, consumer research, advertising research, and attitude research. Prerequisites: GB 0321 and six hours of marketing.
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MRKT 0472 - Marketing Strategy
Fall, Spring & Summer (Demand) 3 Credit Hours
Strategic aspects of marketing: problems involved in environmental scanning, goal setting, planning, and strategies as they apply to product and service policy, financial objectives, promotional objectives, distribution policy, and marketing intelligence. Prerequisites: Senior standing, MRKT 0432 , MRKT 0470 , MGMT 0350 , and FIN 0350 .
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MRKT 0491 - Internship in Marketing
Demand 1-6 Credit Hours
An internship for senior marketing students with an opportunity to observe and participate in actual business operations within the community. All internships must conform to institutional policy regarding the number of hours of work, the number of credit hours and written agreements with the cooperating business or agency. Prerequisites: 65 hours, 3.0 GPA and department approval. Repeatable up to six credit hours.
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MRKT 0498 - Advanced Topics in Marketing
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
For upper-division students. Topics to be announced each time the course is offered. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission.
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MRKT 0499 - Independent Study in Marketing
Demand 1-6 Credit Hours
Individually directed readings, research and discussion in selected areas of Marketing for advanced majors. Scope, depth, area of concentration and credit to be arranged upon entry into course. Offered by arrangement. Prerequisites: Permission and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Repeatable up to six credit hours.
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MATH 0000 - Math Lab
0 Credit Hours
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MATH 0020 - Beginning Algebra
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
The real number system, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, applications of linear equations, and systems of linear equations. No credit toward baccalaureate degree.
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MATH 0025 - Accelerated Beginning Algebra
Demand 2 Credit Hours
Linear equations and inequalities with applications, graphing linear equations, systems of linear equations and inequalities, exponents. Other topics may be covered as time permits. Designed as a preparation for intermediate algebra for those students already having mastered real number arithmetic and solution of basic linear equations. No credit toward baccalaureate degree. Prerequisite: One year of high school algebra and score of at least 16 on the ACT Mathematics Section or qualifying score on the Mathematics Placement test.
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MATH 0030 - Intermediate Algebra
F - Fall S - Spring SU - Summer 3 Credit Hours
Factoring, solving quadratic equations, operations on polynomials, operations on rational expressions, solving rational equations, operations on radicals, solving radical equations. Prerequisite: A Math ACT score of 19 (or higher) or MATH 0020 or MATH 0025 with a grade of ‘C’ or better. No credit towards a baccalaureate degree.
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MATH 0119 - Math for Elementary Teachers I
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The real number system and its subsystems, relations and functions, numeration systems. Relevant topics from Math 30 are included in the course. Prerequisite: A Math ACT score of 19 (or higher) or MATH 0020 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0120 - Math for Elementary Teachers II
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
A continuation of MATH 0119 . Geometric concepts in two and three dimensions, networks, constructions and similarity, probability and an introduction to statistics. This course satisfies the general education mathematics requirement for elementary education majors. Prerequisite: MATH 0119 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher or permission of department.
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MATH 0125 - Contemporary Mathematics
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to various areas of mathematics, such as geometry, statistics, set theory, algebra and other topics. Relevant topics from MATH 030 are included in the course. Satisfies the general education mathematics requirement. Prerequisites: A Math ACT score of 19 (or higher) or MATH 0020 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.
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MATH 0129 - Finite Mathematics
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed for majors in the School of Business. The main topics for the course include: Functions and graphs (linear, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic), linear programming, sets and probability, and an introduction to statistics. All topics emphasize applications in a business environment. Prerequisite: A Math ACT score of 22 (or higher) or MATH 0030 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.
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MATH 0130 - College Algebra
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
A study of functions and their graphs; including linear and quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Prerequisites: A Math ACT score of 22 (or higher) or MATH 0030 with grade of ‘C’ or higher.
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MATH 0135 - Trigonometry
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
Trigonometric functions and applications, right triangle trigonometry, radian measure and applications, graphing trigonometric functions, using and verifying trigonometric identities, using sum, difference, half, and double angle formulas, solving trigonometric equations, inverse trigonometric functions, the law of sines and the law of cosines. Prerequisite: A Math ACT score of 22 (or higher) or MATH 0030 with grade of ‘C’ or higher.
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MATH 0140 - Algebra and Trigonometry
Fall & Spring 5 Credit Hours
Equivalent of MATH 0130 and MATH 0135 . Prerequisites: A Math score of 22 (or higher) or MATH 0030 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher. Only two hours credit for students with MATH 0135 or MATH 0130 credit. No credit for students with credit for MATH 0130 and MATH 0135 .
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MATH 0150 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I
Fall & Spring 5 Credit Hours
Limits, differentiation, and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions as well as the application of these concepts to real world situations. Prerequisite: MATH 0140 (or MATH 0130 & MATH 0135 ) with a grade of ‘C’ or higher or a Math ACT score of 27 (or higher).
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MATH 0250 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II
Fall & Spring 5 Credit Hours
Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions, parametric equations, conic sections, and polar coordinates. Infinite series. Applications to physical problems. Prerequisite: MATH 0150 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0260 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry III
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
Solid analytic geometry, partial differentiation, and multiple integrals. Applications to physical problems. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0300 - Fundamentals of Mathematical Thought
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to proofs, sets, logic, predicate calculus, relations, partitions, functions, and cardinality. Includes topics in number theory, discrete mathematics, analysis, and algebra. Prerequisite: or co-requisite: MATH 0260 with a “C” or better.
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MATH 0302 - Applied Calculus
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Calculus applications of differentiation and integration in business, social science, life sciences, and engineering technology. Prerequisites: MATH 0130 or MATH 131 with a grade of ‘C’ or better. Will not count toward a major or minor in mathematics.
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MATH 0310 - Elementary Statistics
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
Provides a basic statistical background for the various majors for advanced study in their specialties. Topics to be covered include data summary, measures of central tendency and variation, linear regression, and hypothesis testing with applications to health, social, managerial, biological and physical sciences. This course satisfies the general education requirements in mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 0120 (or higher) with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0312 - Problems of Teaching Arithmetic in the Elementary Schools
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
(See EDUC 0312 for description.) Will not count toward a major in mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 0119 and completion of Junior Block.
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MATH 0315 - Algebraic Structures for Teachers
Summer 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to modern algebra: Sets, relations and functions, groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. The course will emphasize activities that incorporate these topics in the middle school/junior high mathematics curriculum. Will not count toward a major in mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 0150 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0322 - Differential Equations
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Ordinary differential equations of first and second order, linear equations with constant coefficients, Laplace transforms, power series solutions, numerical solutions, with applications. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0330 - History of Math
Fall (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
A multicultural approach to the history of mathematics from the beginnings to the discovery of Calculus. A study of the people and ideas that have shaped events in mathematics history. Historical and contemporary problems that reinforce ideas and methods of the past and present. Construction of a world map depicting important times and places in history. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0332 - Geometry
Fall (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Geometric theory from a modern axiomatic viewpoint. Includes an introduction to finite, projective, Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0339 - Teaching Mathematics in Secondary Schools
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the instructional planning, materials and methods of teaching mathematics in the secondary schools. Includes brief survey of the history of algebra, discrete mathematics, Euclidean and Non-Euclidean geometry, mesurement, probability and statistics, and calculus. Will not count toward a major in mathematics.
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MATH 0340 - Discrete Mathematics
Fall 3 Credit Hours
The course is designed as an introduction to discrete mathematics which serves as a foundation for topics in computer science. Topics include: foundations of discrete mathematics, algorithms, graphs/trees, Boolean algebra, recurrence relations, combinatatorics, and other topics as time allows. Prerequisite: MATH 0260 or consent of the department head.
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MATH 0342 - Abstract Algebra
Fall (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
The course is designed as an introduction to algebra. Topics include: groups, permutations, cosets, homomorphisms, factor groups, rings, fields, integral domains, and ideals. Prerequisite: MATH 0300 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MATH 0350 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis
Fall (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Error analysis, solution of polynomial and transcendental equations, colocation polynomials, matrix methods, numerical differentiation and integration. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 with a grade of ‘C’ or better and CIS 0110 or higher with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0351 - Linear Algebra
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Algebra of linear equations and matrices, vector spaces, linear mappings and transformations, determinants, bilinear and quadratic forms, linear functionals, vector inner products and cross products. Prerequisite: MATH 0300 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0361 - Probability and Statistics I
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Theory of probability using concepts and methods of calculus. A study of discrete and continuous distributions. The central limit theorem. Prerequisite: MATH 0260 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0371 - Introduction to Operations Research
Fall (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
Operations research/management science for computer science and mathematics students. Topics includes linear and integer programming, project scheduling, inventory models and queuing theory. Prerequisites: MATH 0260 with a grade of C or better and CIS 0210 with a grade of C or better or equivalent computer programming ability.
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MATH 0375 - Seminar in Advanced Problem Solving
Demand 1 Credit Hour
Techniques, strategies, and reasoning tools useful for solving sophisticated mathematical problems from various areas and combinations of areas of mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 0300 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0407 - Overcoming Math Anxiety
Demand 2 Credit Hours
Designed to help students overcome their personal mathematics anxiety, this course will also teach students how to stop the math anxiety cycle for their prospective elementary school students. Using a variety of intervention strategies and instruction in elementary education mathematics and mathematics education pedagogy, the course will enable students to help reduce, prevent, and eliminate fear and avoidance of mathematics in future generations of students. Prerequisite: MATH 111 or MATH 0119 .
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MATH 0421 - Introduction to Advanced Calculus
Spring (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
Methods of real analysis, basic topology of real numbers, sequences and series, the derivative and the Riemann integral. Prerequisite: MATH 0300 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0452 - Mathematical Models
Fall (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Applying mathematics in formulating and analyzing models for real world problems. Topics include deterministic models, graphs as models, stochastic models and computer simulation. Prerequisite: MATH 0260 with a grade of ‘C’ or better and CIS 0210 with a grade of ‘C’ or better or equivalent computer programming ability.
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MATH 0462 - Probability and Statistics II
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Distributions of discrete and continuous random variables, sampling distributions and estimation of parameters. Investigation of the techniques of hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. Prerequisite: MATH 0361 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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MATH 0485 - Topics in Mathematics
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Advanced topics in mathematics. Each year a topic will be chosen from Complex Variables, Number Theory, Partial Differential Equations, Discrete Mathematics, Topology, and Numerical Analysis, with the possibility of additional topics subject to demand. Prerequisites: MATH 0260 with a grade of ‘C’ or better, with additional Prerequisites: depending on the topic.
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MATH 0498 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed to give advanced instruction in some area of mathematics not covered in other courses. For upper division majors. Prerequisites: to be determined by the department.
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MATH 0499 - Independent Study
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Course structured by the adviser with approval of the department head and school dean. Prerequisite: Advanced standing in the major field with a GPA of 3.0. Students must make application several weeks in advance. Registration must be approved by the advisor, department head and school dean. See department head for details.
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MT 0401 - Clinical Chemistry
Spring 10 Credit Hours
Analytical and theoretical aspects of the clinical biochemistry of body fluid constituents utilizing both manual and instrumental techniques, including automation, and special procedures. Five hours lecture, twenty hours clinic/lab per week.
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MT 0402 - Clinical Microscopy
Spring 1 Credit Hour
Principles and techniques of the physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine and other excrete as related to disease processes. One hour lecture, clinic by arrangement.
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MT 0403 - Clinical Hematology
Spring 6 Credit Hours
The cellular elements of blood and bone marrow; theory of cell production, release and survival; morphological characteristics of normal and abnormal cells; quantitative and qualitative abnormalities. Principles and techniques involved in the study of hemostasis, blood coagulation, and hemorrhagic disorders. Three hours lecture, twelve hours clinic/lab per week.
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MT 0404 - Clinical Serology-Immunology
Spring 3 Credit Hours
The science of immunity including antibody development, principles of antigen-antibody interactions, and techniques of serological testing for various disease states. Three hours lecture, twelve hours clinic/lab per week.
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MT 0405 - Clinical Microbiology
Spring 7 Credit Hours
Sterile technique, methods of handling and inoculating specimens containing pathogenic micro-organisms, isolation and identification of pathogenic micro-organisms, laboratory tests in chemotherapy, and diagnostic bacteriology, mycology, and parasitology. Four hours lecture, twelve hours clinic/lab per week.
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MT 0406 - Clinical Immunohematology-Blood Bank
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Blood group systems and the immune response. Methods of crossmatching, antibody screening and phenotyping. Administrative safeguards and legal aspects of blood banking. Proper clinical utilization of blood components. One hour lecture, eight hours clinic/lab per week.
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MT 0407 - Special Topics in Medical Technology
Spring 2 Credit Hours
Lecture and/or clinical practice in the areas of in-service education, management and supervision, research and development, and principles and techniques of the instructional process. Lecture and labs to be arranged.
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GOLD 0101 - Intro to Tactical Leadership
NEW TERMS: Spring, Spring, Spring 2 Credit Hours
Introduce students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Overview of leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem solving, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills.
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GOLD 0120 - Military Fitness I Spring
Spring 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour of lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0201 - Innovative Team Leadership
NEW TERMS: Fall, Fall, Fall 2 Credit Hours
Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and leadership theories that form the basis of Army Leadership framework. Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in Leadership Labs. Focused on a continued knowledge of leadership values and attributes through the understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Two hours of lecture weekly with required drills and field experiences. Prerequisite: GOLD 0101 or Experiential Learning credit (Current National Guard or previous active duty may qualify for experiential learning).
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GOLD 0202 - Found of Tactical Leadership
NEW TERMS: Spring, Spring, Spring 2 Credit Hours
Examine the challenges of leading teams in the complex Contemporary Operating Environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of Army Leadership framework explores adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Students develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. Contemporary Operating Environment studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios. Two hours of lecture weekly with required drills and field experiences. Pre-requisite GOLD 0201 or Experiential Learning credit (Current National Guard or previous active duty may qualify for experiential learning).
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GOLD 0210 - Military Fitness II Fall
Fall 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour of lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0220 - Military Fitness II Spring
Spring 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour of lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0298 - Topics in Military Science
NEW TERMS: Demand 3 Credit Hours
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GOLD 0301 - Adaptive Team Leadership
NEW TERMS: Fall, Fall, Fall 2 Credit Hours
Challenges students to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills they are presented with the demands of preparing for Officer Candidate School and commissioning. Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactics are used to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills. Students receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership abilities. Primary attention is given to leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions. Two hours of lecture weekly with required drills and field experiences. Pre-requisite GOLD 0202 or Experiential Learning credit (Current National Guard or previous active duty may qualify for experiential learning).
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GOLD 0302 - Leadership in Changing Environ
NEW TERMS: Spring, Spring, Spring 2 Credit Hours
This course uses increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build student awareness and skills in leading tactical operations. Having learned squad-level tactics in GOLD 0301 , students learn to lead up to Platoon Level. Students review aspects of combat, stability, and support operations. They also conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in garrison operation orders. The focus is on exploring, evaluating, and developing skills in decision making, persuading, and motivating team members in the Contemporary Operating Environment. Two hours of lecture weekly with required drills and field experiences. Pre-requisite GOLD 0301 or Experiential Learning Credit.
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GOLD 0310 - Military Fitness III Fall
Fall 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour of lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0320 - Military Fitness III Spring
Spring 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour of lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0401 - Developing Adaptive Leaders
NEW TERMS: Fall, Fall, Fall 2 Credit Hours
Develops student proficiency is planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing leadership-performance feedback to subordinates. Students are given situational opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and provide coaching to GOLD students. Students are measured by their ability to give and receive systematic and specific feedback on leadership abilities. Attention is given to preparation for Platoon Leaders and branch-specific leadership abilities. Two hours of lecture weekly with required drills and field experiences. Pre-requisite GOLD 0301 , GOLD 0302
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GOLD 0402 - Leadership in a Complex World
NEW TERMS: Spring, Spring, Spring 2 Credit Hours
Explore the dynamics of leading in a complex situation of current military operations in the Contemporary Operating Environment. Students examine differences in customs, courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. Students also explore aspects of interacting with nongovernmental agencies, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing students for their first unit assignment Second Lieutenants. Two hours of lecture weekly with required drills and field experiences. Pre-requisite GOLD 0301 , GOLD 0302 , GOLD 0401 .
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GOLD 0410 - Military Fitness IV Fall
Fall * 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0420 - Military Fitness IV Spring
Spring * 1 Credit Hour
Introduce students to personal challenges through the Army Physical Readiness Training program. Students learn how to conduct military physical fitness training through organized instructor-led training. This is a one hour of lab meeting MWF morning from 0600-0700.
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GOLD 0491 - Internship in Military Science
NEW TERMS: Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
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GOLD 0498 - Adv Topics in Military Science
NEW TERMS: Demand 3 Credit Hours
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Designed to give advanced instruction in some area of Military Science not covered in other courses. Course provides a study of Military Leadership through a focused analysis of a particular military leader, using the Army Leadership Requirements Model, assigned readings, forum discussions and a final paper. The topic or area of interest varies from year to year. Prerequisites: GOLD 101, GOLD 201, GOLD 202 and GOLD 298 and/or consent of the instructor.
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GOLD 0499 - Independent Study Mil Science
NEW TERMS: Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
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MUS 0101 - Jazz Styles & Appreciation
Spring 3 Credit Hours
This survey course is geared to the non-musician and explores the stylistic periods of jazz as well as it most influential performers, starting with its roots in the music of West Africa through the years of Dixieland, Swing, Bebop, Cool, and Progressive Jazz. Music literature, style, and performance are examined, along with the lives of significant composers/musicians and their impact on the cultural, philosophical, and aesthetic issues of their day.
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MUS 0102 - Opera or Musical Theatre Performance
Demand 1 Credit Hour
Performance of a role along with active participation in the different areas of staging the musical or opera. Credit is applied after departmental evaluation and approval at the end of the semester. (Students may not receive credit from both the theatre department and music department for the same production.)
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MUS 0103 - Class Piano I
Fall 1 Credit Hour
Beginning piano for majors with little or no background. Emphasis on keyboard orientation, intervallic reading and I, IV, V chord structures.
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MUS 0104 - Class Piano II
Spring 1 Credit Hour
A continuation of Class Piano 103. Emphasis on improving reading skills and musicianship. Includes elementary repertoire, harmonization and accompaniment. Prerequisite: MUS 0103 or approval of instructor.
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MUS 0105 - Voice Class
NEW TERMS: Spring-Odd 1 Credit Hour
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Instruction and practice in singing intended for non-voice majors. This course will emphasize vocal technique, such as breathing and resonance, and will involve individual performances for the class in various styles. Prerequisites: None.
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MUS 0106 - World Music
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
An ethnomusicalogical survey of select indigenous musics and their cultures. The musical cultures selected for study are not those found in Eurocentric (Western art) musics. There are no prerequisites.
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MUS 0107 - Aural Skills I
NEW TERMS: Fall 1 Credit Hour
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Basic fundamentals of ear training, sight-signing, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Course for music majors; others by consent of instructor. Students must pass an aural skills placement exam or complete Fundamentals of Music.
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MUS 0108 - Aural Skills II
NEW TERMS: Spring 1 Credit Hour
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Sequential class on ear training, sight-signing, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Course for music majors; others by consent of instructor. Students must pass MUS 0107 Aural Skills I or the appropriate aural skills placement exam.
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MUS 0110 - Music Appreciation
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
A survey of masterpieces of Western musical literature; intended for non-music major.
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MUS 0111 - Music Theory I
Fall 3 Credit Hours
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Basic fundamentals of music with initiation of harmonic analysis, and part-writing. Course for music majors; others by consent of instructor. Students must pass a music theory placement exam as administered by the Music Department.
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MUS 0112 - Music Theory II
Spring 3 Credit Hours
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Sequential course in written harmonic analysis, and part-writing. Course for music majors; others by consent of instructor. Students must pass a MUS 0111 Music Theory II or appropriate music theory placement exam. Prerequisite: MUS 0111 .
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MUS 0114 - Elective in Jazz Improvisation
F - Fall
S - Spring 1 Credit Hour
A performance-oriented lab in jazz combo and small ensemble settings which includes study of chord types, scales, chord progressions, standard literature, and transcription. Course may be taken eight times for credit. 8
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MUS 0115 - Applied Music Brass Elective
S - Spring 1 Credit Hour
Applied Music Brass Elective (Private Lessons). Course may be taken two times for credit.
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MUS 0116 - Applied Music Brass Elective
F - Fall 1 Credit Hour
Applied Music Brass Elective (Private Lessons). Course may be taken two times for credit.
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MUS 0117 - Applied Music Brass Elective
S - Spring 2 Credit Hours
Applied Music Brass Elective (Private Lessons). Class may be taken two times for credit.
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MUS 0118 - Applied Music Brass Elective
F - Fall 2 Credit Hours
Applied Music Brass Elective (Private Lessons). Course may be taken two times for credit.
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MUS 0121 - Concert Chorale
Fall (121 & 321) Spring (122 & 322) 1 Credit Hour
Open to all university students. Preparation and performance of great choral works. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Lower division may be taken twice for credit and upper division three times.
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MUS 0122 - Concert Chorale
Fall (121 & 321) Spring (122 & 322) 1 Credit Hour
Open to all university students. Preparation and performance of great choral works. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Lower division may be taken twice for credit and upper division three times.
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MUS 0123 - Chamber Singers
NEW TERMS: Fall 1 Credit Hour
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Chamber Singers, the premier chamber choral ensemble at MSSU, provides the serious singer
the opportunity to prepare and present a variety of musical styles spanning all historical
periods, choral genres, and cultural perspectives. This ensemble represents the university
through regular public performances, recruitment touring, and tours abroad. Although this
class meets/rehearses three days a week for the aforementioned hours, some outside rehearsals
will be required. Prerequisite: Audition at the start of the semester during the first week of
classes. Co-requisite: Enrollment in Concert Chorale MUS 121, 321 (F) and 122, 322 (S) and
1-2 credits of Applied Music Major Voice MUS 267, 467 (F) and MUS 268, 468 (S) or
Applied Music Elective Voice MUS 166, 366 (F-1cr) and MUS 165, 365 (S-1cr) or MUS 168,
368 (F-2cr) and MUS 167, 367 (S-2cr).
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MUS 0124 - Chamber Singers
NEW TERMS: Spring 1 Credit Hour
NEW COURSE DESCRIPTION: Chamber Singers, the premier chamber choral ensemble at MSSU, provides the serious singer
the opportunity to prepare and present a variety of musical styles spanning all historical
periods, choral genres, and cultural perspectives. This ensemble represents the university
through regular public performances, recruitment touring, and tours abroad. Although this
class meets/rehearses three days a week for the aforementioned hours, some outside rehearsals
will be required. Prerequisite: Audition at the start of the semester during the first week of
classes. Co-requisite: Enrollment in Concert Chorale MUS 121, 321 (F) and 122, 322 (S) and
1-2 credits of Applied Music Major Voice MUS 267, 467 (F) and MUS 268, 468 (S) or
Applied Music Elective Voice MUS 166, 366 (F-1cr) and MUS 165, 365 (S-1cr) or MUS 168,
368 (F-2cr) and MUS 167, 367 (S-2cr).
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