2012-2013 Catalog 
    
    Jun 25, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

  
  • MUSI 4221VIO - Applied Major Violin VII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4221VLA - Applied Major Viola VII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4221VT - Applied Major Voice for Theatre VII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  
  • MUSI 4222BN - Applied Major Bassoon VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222CEL - Applied Major Cello VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222CL - Applied Major Clarinet VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222DB - Applied Major Double Bass VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222EU - Applied Major Euphonium VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222FH - Applied Major French Horn VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222FL - Applied Major Flute VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222GTR - Applied Major Guitar VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222OB - Applied Major Oboe VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222OR - Applied Major Organ VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222PA - Applied Major Piano VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222PER - Applied Major Percussion VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222SX - Applied Major Saxophone VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222TBN - Applied Major Trombone VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222TRP - Applied Major Trumpet VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222TUB - Applied Major Tuba VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222VCE - Applied Major Voice VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222VIO - Applied Major Violin VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222VLA - Applied Major Viola VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors whose degree program requires 2 credit hours of applied study per semester. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4222VT - Applied Major Voice for Theatre VIII

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: Permission of the Music Department. Co-requisite: Membership in an appropriate ensemble determined by the Music Department. Designed for music majors and for non- majors who show sufficient advancement and interest. A 50-minute weekly lesson and a minimum of six hours of required weekly practice.
  
  • MUSI 4401 - Guitar Transcription Techniques

    1 hour
    Prerequisites: MUSI 1143 . This course is designed to provide an historical survey of transcriptions made for the classical guitar. An examination of arrangements from piano literature and traditional string instruments will be provided. Students will be expected to analyze existing transcriptions as well as learn techniques for developing their own arrangement for the guitar.
  
  • MUSI 4402 - Accompanying

    1 hour
    The development of techniques used in accompanying vocalists, instrumentalists, and choirs on the piano.
  
  • MUSI 4403 - Diction for the Singer

    1 hour
    The study and implementation of the International Phonetic Alphabet to enhance the development of proper pronunciation in the snging of English, Italian, German, and French.
  
  • MUSI 4420 - Advanced Conducting

    1 hour
    Prerequisites: MUSI 3020. The continued development of conducting skills including advanced score study, non-verbal communication, and rehearsal/performance techniques.
  
  
  • MUSI 4431C - Concert Choir VII

    1 hour
    A class/organization offering qualified students the opportunity to learn choral technique, vocal production, diction, and a variety of choral literature through rehearsals and performances. The rehearsal schedule includes three one-hour sessions per week and additional rehearsals prior to performances.
  
  • MUSI 4431CB - Concert Band VII

    1 hour
    A class organization offering qualified students the opportunity to explore concert band literature through rehearsals and performances. Eligibility for membership is determined by audition. The class schedule includes three hours of rehearsal time per week. The class carries one hour of credit.
  
  • MUSI 4431CC - Chamber Choir VII

    1 hour
    A class offering qualified students the opportunity to learn choral technique, vocal production, diction, and a variety of choral literature through rehearsals and performances. The rehearsal schedule includes three one-hour sessions per week and additional rehearsals prior to performances.
  
  • MUSI 4431I - Ensemble Participation VII

    1 hour
    When interest is sufficient to create a balanced group of instrumentalists, ensembles are formed to prepare for performances and to study a variety of literature written for this type of ensemble. A performance during each semester is the culminating activity and may involve some works performed in conjunction with othergroups.
  
  • MUSI 4431IG - Guitar Ensemble VII

    1 hour
    A class/organization offering qualified students the opportunity to explore guitar ensemble literature through rehearsals and performances. Eligibility for membership is determined by audition. The class schedule includes 3 hours of rehearsal time per week.
  
  • MUSI 4431IO - Orchestra Ens VII

    1 hour
  
  • MUSI 4431JB - Jazz Band VII

    1 hour
    A class/organization offering qualified students the opportunity to explore jazz band literature through rehearsals and performances. Eligibility for membership is determined by audition. The class schedule includes three hours of rehearsal time per week.
  
  
  • MUSI 4432C - Concert Choir VIII

    1 hour
    A class/organization offering qualified students the opportunity to learn choral technique, vocal production, diction, and a variety of choral literature through rehearsals and performances. The rehearsal schedule includes three one-hour sessions per week and additional rehearsals prior to performances.
  
  • MUSI 4432CB - Concert Band VIII

    1 hour
    A class organization offering qualified students the opportunity to explore concert band literature through rehearsals and perfrmances. Eligibility for membership is determined by audition. The class schedule includes three hours of rehearsal time per week. The class carries one hour of credit.
  
  • MUSI 4432CC - Chamber Choir VIII

    1 hour
    When interest is sufficient to create a balanced group of vocalists, ensembles are formed to prepare for performances and to study a variety of literature written for this type of ensemble. A performance during each semester is the culminating activity and may involve some works performed in conjunction with othergroups.
  
  • MUSI 4432G - Guitar Ensemble VIII

    2 hours
    A class/organization offering qualified students the opportunity to explore guitar ensemble literature through rehearsals and performanes. Eligibility for membership is determined by audition. The class schedule includes 3 hours of rehearsal time per week.
  
  • MUSI 4432I - Ensemble Participation VIII

    1 hour
    When interest is sufficient to create a balanced group of instrumentalists, ensembles are formed to prepare for performances and to study a variety of literature written for this type of ensemble. A performance during each semester is the culminating activity and may involve some works performed in conjunction with othergroups.
  
  • MUSI 4432IO - Orchestra Ensemble VIII

    1 hour
    When interest is sufficient to create a balanced group of instrumentalists, ensembles are formed to prepare for performances and to study a variety of literature written for this type of ensemble. A performance during each semester is the culminating activity and may involve some works performed in conjunction with other groups.
  
  • MUSI 4432JB - Jazz Band VIII

    1 hour
    A class/organization offering qualified students the opportunity to explore jazz band literature through rehearsals and performances. Eligibility for membership is determined by audition. The class schedule includes three hours of rehearsal time per week.
  
  • MUSI 4441 - Arranging

    1 hour
    Prerequisites: MUSI 2243. The study of arranging and orchestration techniques, ranges and transpositions of instruments. Students will complete arrangements to be performed on a regular basis with a culminating project that will be arranged/scored for band, choir or orchestra to be performed by the appropriate ensemble.
  
  • MUSI 4442 - Choral Arranging

    1 hour
    Prerequisites: MUSI 2243 .  The study of choral arranging techniques, including age and skill-level appropriate vocal ranges, and part-writing. A variety of musical styles will be addressed through varied classroom assignments and projects. Students will complete arrangements to be performed on a regular basis with culminating projects that will be arranged for choir or choral ensemble to be performed by an appropriate ensemble.
  
  • MUSI 4443 - Instrumental Arranging

    1 hour
    Prerequisites: MUSI 2243  The study of arranging and orchestration techniques, ranges and transpositions of instruments. Students will complete arrangements to be performed on a regular basis with culminating projects that will be arranged for band or instrumental ensemble to be performed by the appropriate ensemble.
  
  
  • MUSI 4450BR - Literature Brass

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  • MUSI 4450GUI - Literature Guitar

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  • MUSI 4450O - Literature Organ

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  • MUSI 4450P - Literature Piano

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  • MUSI 4450PR - Literature Percussion

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  • MUSI 4450VOI - Literature Voice

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  • MUSI 4450WW - Literature Woodwind

    1 hour
    The study of standard literature of a particular instrument or instrumental family from early sources to the present.
  
  
  • MUSI 4460BR - Pedagogy Brass

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music.
  
  • MUSI 4460GUI - Pedagogy Guitar

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music. 
  
  • MUSI 4460O - Pedagogy Organ

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music.
  
  • MUSI 4460P - Pedagogy Piano

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music.
  
  • MUSI 4460PR - Pedagogy Percussion

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music.
  
  • MUSI 4460VOI - Pedagogy Voice

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music. 
  
  • MUSI 4460WW - Pedagogy Woodwind

    1 hour
    The study of pedagogical techniques and materials used in teaching music.
  
  • MUSI 4471 - Marching Band Techniques

    1 hour
    This course included the study of marching band styles, planning field shows with music selection and show design, drill writing, related computer software, and the regularly scheduled observation of high school marching band rehearsals and performances.
  
  • MUSI 4479 - Student Teaching

    12 hours
    Prerequisite: Completion of all requirements for the degree and related certification. Candidates must have taken the GACE content test. This course provides the intern with a full semester for full-time school site teaching experience in nearby public school systems under the supervision of a certified teacher and College supervisor. The intern will be required to synthesize and apply theories acquired in coursework to realistic classroom situations.
  
  • MUSI 4491 - Performance Attendance

    0 hours
    Attendance of recitals and concerts sponsored or approved by the Music Department.
  
  • MUSI 4492 - Performance Attendance

    0 hours
    Attendance of recitals and concerts sponsored or approved by the Music Department.
  
  • MUSI 4990 - Senior Recital

    0 hours
    A recital required of the music major during the final semester of applied study.

Musical Theatre

  
  • MUSI 1146 - Music Theory I for Musical Theatre

    3 hours
    The study of the fundamentals of music theory: pitches, major scales, key signatures, rhythms, time signatures, intervals, solfege and transposition. Designed for Musical Theatre majors.

Outdoor Leadership

  
  • ODLD 2110 - Introduction to Outdoor Education

    3 hours
    This course examines the philosophy, history, theory, and practice of outdoor education. This course includes introductory field experiences in backpacking, back country living skills, paddle sports, rock climbing, and environment stewardship. Students will be required to attend one weekend outing. There is an additional fee associated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 2115 - Survey Wilderness Literature

    3 hours
    Cross-Listed with ENGL 3215 . This course examines selected literature in the discipline of wilderness studies.
  
  • ODLD 2120 - Backcountry Living Skills

    3 hours
    This course introduces students to the fundamental technical skills pertinent to traveling and camping in back-country environments. Students will explore minimum impact methods, land use ethics and environmental stewardship. A field experience is required for this course. There is an additional fee associated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 2130 - Group Development

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120  and two of the following: PALS 1450 , PALS 1460 , PALS 1470 , PALS 1480 , PALS 1490 , PALS 1500 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. Co-requisite: ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130  This course introduces students to a variety of group development activities and initiatives. Students explore self-concept, communication, problem solving and cooperation through active participation in class activities. Facilitation and debriefing are also discussed in addition to the importance of reflection in the experiential learning process.
  
  • ODLD 2850 - Study Abroad

    3 Hours
  
  • ODLD 2851 - Study Abroad

    3 Hours
  
  • ODLD 2980 - Independent Study

    3 Hours


    Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum.  Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.

     

  
  • ODLD 2981 - Independent Study

    3 Hours
    Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum.  Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
  
  • ODLD 3110 - Land Pursuits Management

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120  and two of the following: PALS 1450 , PALS 1460 , PALS 1470 , PALS 1480 , PALS 1490 , PALS 1500 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. Co-requisite: ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130  This course provides students with the opportunity to gain leadership experience and competency in designing, managing and evaluating a variety of land-based outdoor pursuits for a diversity of clients. Risk management, technical skill development, trip planning, group management, environmental issues, teaching effectiveness, policy and procedures, and best practices will be explored. Several field experiences are required for this course.
  
  • ODLD 3120 - Water Pursuits Management

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120  and two of the following: PALS 1450 , PALS 1460 , PALS 1470 , PALS 1480 , PALS 1490 , PALS 1500 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. Co-requisite: ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3130  This course provides students with the opportunity to gain leadership experience and competency in designing, managing and evaluating a variety of water-based outdoor pursuits for a diversity of clients. Risk management, technical skill development, trip planning, group management, environmental issues, teaching effectiveness, policy and procedure and best practices will be explored. Several field experiences are required for this course.
  
  • ODLD 3130 - Challenge Course Management

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120  and two of the following: PALS 1450 , PALS 1460 , PALS 1470 , PALS 1480 , PALS 1490 , PALS 1500 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. Co-requisite: ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120  This course provides students with the opportunity to gain leadership experience and competency in designing, managing and evaluating challenge course programs for a diversity of clients. Risk management, technical skill development, program design and planning, group management, facilitation and debriefing, teaching effectiveness, and best practices will be explored.
  
  • ODLD 3210 - Theory & Practice of Experiential Educ

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. This course examines the theoretical and practical approaches of experiential learning in outdoor settings. In addition to exploring the historical, philosophical, and social psychological foundations of experiential education, students will receive instruction related to planning, conducting, and evaluating outdoor experiential activities.
  
  • ODLD 3220 - Outdoor Leadership

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. The focus of this course will be upon leadership and group dynamics pertinent to wilderness settings and outdoor leadership programs. This course will provide theoretical and experiential comprehensions of small group dynamics, communication, problem solving, decision-making, group roles, group management activities, leadership roles and styles. A field experience is required for this course. There is an additional fee associated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 3230 - Environmental Ethics in Outdoor Education

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. An exploration of the philosophical foundations and practical approaches of environmental ethics in outdoor education programs. Students will examine and develop land and preservation ethics and understand how they can integrate environmental stewardship into outdoor leadership and programming. A field experience is required for this course. There is an additional fee associated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 3996 - Special Topics in Outdoor Leadership

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. This course presents students with an opportunity for further exploration into topics of particular concern within the field of outdoor leadership that may not have been addressed in previous coursework.
  
  • ODLD 4110 - Wilderness as a Metaphor

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. A survey of a variety of literature, film and art that focuses on the theme of wilderness as a metaphor. Students examine physical, spiritual, and experiential dimensions of understanding wilderness as it pertains to self, others and the environment. A personal connection to wilderness is emphasized as students develop a metaphor for their life through the median of wilderness experience. There is an additional fee associated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 4120 - Senior Seminar

    2 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. This course is designed to prepare students for their internship experience. Students are assisted in exploring their professional interests, selecting an appropriate internship site, and developing an internship contract that meets the goals and objectives of the student, internship agency, and the College.
  
  • ODLD 4220 - Processing the Experience

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. This course focuses on reflection as a central component to the experiential learning process. Students explore learning theories and models that guide the practice of reflective learning. Reflective activities, facilitation techniques, and debriefing processes are examined as a means to promote the internalization and transfer of learning. There is an additional fee associated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 4230 - Program Administration & Management

    3 hours
    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in ODLD 2110 , ODLD 2120 , ODLD 2130 , ODLD 3110 , ODLD 3120 , ODLD 3130 . Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. An examination of the administration and management issues of outdoor programs within recreational, educational, developmental and therapeutic settings. Topics include administrative structure, trends, goals, fiscal planning, staffing issues, public relations, liability, and risk management. There is an additional fee assocated with this course.
  
  • ODLD 4310 - Internship

    6 hours
    Prerequisites: Must be an Outdoor Leadership major and completed all coursework for degree. This course includes the approved internship experience. The internship is completed after all major requirements within the degree have been satisfied. Students will engage in a variety of activities that address the internship objectives and goals including journaling, report writing, a multi-media presentation, feedback, evaluations, and portfolio development.
  
  • ODLD 4850 - Study Abroad

    3 Hours
    Prerequisites: Must be an Outdoor Leadership major.
  
  • ODLD 4851 - Study Abroad

    3 Hours
    Prerequisites: Must be an Outdoor Leadership major.
  
  • ODLD 4980 - Independent Study

    3 Hours
    Prerequisites: Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum.  Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
  
  • ODLD 4981 - Independent Study

    3 Hours
    Prerequisites: Must be an Outdoor Leadership major. Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum.  Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 1100 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 hours
    An introduction to major philosophical fields, problems, theories, and personalities; an invitation to critical thinking and philosophical analysis.
  
  • PHIL 2200 - Introduction to Ethics

    3 hours
    A study of the major philosophical positions concerning right and wrong, ethical values, and moral responsibility. The application of moral principles to current issues of personal and social ethics will be discussed.
  
  • PHIL 2210 - Critical Thinking

    3 hours
    This course introduces basic techniques of good reasoning.  Students will learn to (1) identify the features of good and bad arguments, deductive and inductive, (2) eliminate vagueness, ambiguity, and extraneous materials from arguments, (3) identify and avoid formal and informal fallacies, and (4) construct a clear argumentative essay.  Content includes analogical, casual, probabilistic, statistical, and scientific reasoning.

Physical Education

  
  • PALS 1103 - Basketball

    1 hour
    A course designed to develop, improve, and execute the fundamental basketball skills at a minimum level of competency. The student should be able to apply the basic skills in actual game situations and become knowledgeable of terminology and general rules of basketball.
  
  • PALS 1104 - Introduction to Basic Fitness

    1 hour
    This course will provide the necessary knowledge and skills needed to develop and maintain a high level of health and physical fitness. The course includes program development in the area of cardiovascular strength and endurance, cardio respiratory strength and endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and nutrition. Class lectures will be included in this activity course.
  
  • PALS 1105 - Fitness for Life

    1 hour
    Prerequisites: PALS 1104 . This course is a continuation and expansion of Introduction to Basic Fitness (PALS 1104 ) and will call upon established knowledge of fitness principles and components in order to specifically apply them to a fitness goal. It will provide the individual the opportunity to learn fitness concepts and conditioning techniques used for enhancing and maintaining optimal health and physical fitness. Emphasis is on progression of program development in the area of cardiovascular strength and endurance, cardio-respiratory strength and endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and nutrition. Class lectures will be included in this activity course.
  
  • PALS 1106 - Rhythms

    1 hour
    A course designed to provide students the opportunity to experience social, folk, and square dance. Also in the course, the history of these dance types will be explored.
 

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