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2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • MUO 143 - UMAINE Jazz Ensemble


    Rehearsal and performance of music for the large (16-24) jazz ensemble. Membership through audition. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances required. May be repeated for credit.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement. Lab 3.

    Credits: 0-1
  
  • MUO 149 - Chamber Music


    The study and performance of chamber music. May be repeated for credit.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of instructor.

    Credits: 0-1
  
  • MUO 150 - Percussion Ensemble


    Performs chamber music composed primarily for percussion instruments. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Percussion performance experience (i.e. snare drum or keyboard percussion or timpani) and the ability to read music; permission of instructor.  Must sign up for the credit bearing section to receive credit towards general education requirements.

    Credits: 0-1

  
  • MUO 155 - Chamber Jazz Ensemble


    The rehearsal and performance of music for the Chamber Jazz Ensemble, that is, a small group consisting of one or several pitched instruments in “C,”, “Bb”, “Eb”, or “C bass clef” only, capable of a full chromatic scale with keyboard accompaniment (keyboardists must bring their own) for participation in the course.  Vocalists as well, who elect the ensemble, will need to play a pitched musical instrument that meets the criteria outlined above.  Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required.  In addition, memorization of 4-8 works from the standard jazz repertory will be required.  May be repeated for credit.  Lab 2.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 0-1
  
  • MUO 160 - Black Bear Men’s Chorus


    Rehearsal and performance of men’s choral repertoire.  Ensemble with members from campus and community.  Short audition used for placement within the ensemble only.  Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required.  May be repeated for credit.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Credits: 0-1

  
  • MUO 165 - Athena Consort


    Rehearsal and performance of women’s choral repertoire.  Auditioned ensemble with members from campus and community.  Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required.  May be repeated for credit.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Credits: 0-1

  
  • MUO 502 - University Singers


    Performance of choral concert repertoire. Public performance and extended concert tours. Five rehearsals per week. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    audition.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 503 - Oratorio Society


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of choral concert repertoire. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    audition.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 504 - Collegiate Chorale


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of choral music appropriate for choral singers with limited background and training. No audition required; open to all students. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 505 - Marching Band


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of marching band repertoire beginning four days prior to opening of classes. Rehearsal of concert music on limited schedule during final weeks of semester. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 4.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 506 - Concert Band


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance (on and off campus) of a variety of concert band literature appropriate for the general University instrumentalist. Attendance at rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 507 - Pep Band


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of band music appropriate for athletic events including current marching band selections. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 508 - Symphonic Band


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of the most challenging and significant band literature. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. Occasional touring on class days. May be repeated for credit. Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    audition.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 509 - University Orchestra


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of standard orchestral repertoire. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 4.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    audition.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 511 - Opera Workshop


    Participation and a leadership role in the study and performance of standard opera repertory. May be repeated for credit. Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    audition.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 514 - UM Jazz Ensemble


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of music for the large (16-24 member) jazz ensemble. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 5.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    audition.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 518 - Percussion Ensemble


    Participation and a leadership role in the rehearsal and performance of percussion ensemble repertoire. Attendance at all rehearsals required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUO 520 - Chamber Jazz Ensemble


    The rehearsal and performance of music. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. Some memorization required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 205 - Piano Class I


    Designed to provide a basic command of the keyboard. Recommended especially for students preparing to take the proficiency examination in secondary piano. May be taken as an introduction to piano performance for the beginning student. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Music majors only.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 206 - Piano Class II


    A continuation of MUP 205, designed to provide basic command of the keyboard. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Music majors only.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 215 - Piano Class I


    A continuation of MUP 205, MUP 206 designed to complete the proficiency examination in secondary piano. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 205, MUP 206 or permission. Music majors only.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 216 - Piano Class II


    A continuation of MUP 205, MUP 206 designed to complete the proficiency examination in secondary piano. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 205, MUP 206 or permission. Music majors only.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 251 - Accompanying I


    The study of Piano accompanying techniques, stressing sight reading. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Required of all piano majors and open to other advanced pianists, by permission.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 252 - Accompanying II


    A continuation of MUP 251 with emphasis on learning repertoire. Includes lab work with soloists. Lab 2.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 251. Required of all piano majors and open to other advanced pianists, by permission.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUP 340 - Basic Conducting


    Introduction to conducting techniques with emphasis on practical application to vocal and instrumental groups. Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 212.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 341 - Choral Conducting and Literature


    Introduces basic choral conducting and studies of problems in the organization and training of choral groups.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 340.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUP 345 - Instrumental Conducting and Literature


    Introduces basic instrumental conducting, and study of problems in the organization and training of bands and orchestras.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 340.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUP 401 - Performance-Secondary Instrument I


    Applied study in voice, keyboard, strings, winds and percussion instruments as a secondary applied area for the graduate student. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Music majors only; permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 402 - Performance-Secondary Instrument II


    A continuation of MUP 401. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 401 or permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 405 - Keyboard Musicianship


    A comprehensive application of the study of harmony to the keyboard, directed towards the development of sight-reading and accompanying skills, keyboard score-reading, transposition, harmonization at sight, improvisation and the realization of figured bass or other chording schemes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 216, MUY 212, MUY 214 or equivalent level, including completion of piano proficiency requirements.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 511 - Advanced Chamber Music I


    The study and performance of the standard ensemble literature for string instruments, wind instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Audition.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 512 - Advanced Chamber Music II


    A continuation of MUP 511.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 511 or permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 530 - Advanced Choral Conducting


    Application of choral conducting in laboratory setting including works from the Renaissance through the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 341 or permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUP 540 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting


    Survey of literature for symphonic, concert, and marching bands. A study of performance problems and conducting techniques as related to these ensembles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 345 or permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUP 610 - Vocal Performance


    Advanced study of vocal performance techniques with concentration on preparation of literature appropriate for graduate recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 350 or equivalent.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 611 - Keyboard Performance


    Advanced study of keyboard performance techniques with concentration on preparation of literature appropriate for graduate recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 350 or equivalent.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 612 - String Instrument Performance


    Advanced study of string instrument performance techniques with concentration on preparation of literature appropriate for graduate recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 350 or equivalent.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 613 - Wind Instrument and Percussion Performance


    Advanced study of wind instrument and percussion performance with concentration on literature appropriate for graduate recital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 350 or equivalent.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUP 695 - Graduate Recital


    Presentation of a full-length public recital following preparation of appropriate literature under guidance of a graduate faculty member.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 100 - Recital Laboratory


    Experience in recital performance and in listening to performances of one’s peers. May be repeated. Lab 1.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Required of music majors enrolled in applied music.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUS 121 - Principles of Singing I


    Emphasizes diction in the standard languages: French, German, Italian and English.  Introduces the international phonetic alphabet and classical vocal literature, basic voice science, technique and performance practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Required for first-year voice majors in Music Education, Music Performance and Bachelor of Arts in Music programs; open to others by permission. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 122 - Principles of Singing II


    Continuation of MUS 121.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Required for first-year voice majors in Music Education, Music Performance and Bachelor of Arts in Music programs; open to others by permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 201 - Applied Music Lessons


    Applied music lessons.  May be repeated for credit.  Note: course topic number designates instrument or voice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Bachelor of Arts in Music or Music minors.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 210 - Applied Music Lessons


    Applied music lessons for the first four semesters.  May be repeated for credit until Junior Standing Exam is passed.  Note: Course Topic number designates instrument or voice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Music Education or Music Performance majors.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 298 - Special Subjects in Music


    Specific topics and approaches will be chosen jointly by interested students and the staff. This offering is designed to address advanced issues not covered in regular offerings. 01-Italian Diction; 02-French Diction; 03-German Diction; 04-Harpsichord; 14-Field Practicum in Music Education; 20-Studies in European Culture; 21- Beginning Guitar; 25-Independent Study in Music History; 40-Athena Consort; 44-Recording Arts; 45-Black Bear Chorus; 64-Fundamentals of Music II.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MUS 310 - Voice Pedagogy/Literature


    A presentation of literature and/or pedagogical materials for voice. Intended to prepare the professional performer who maintains adjunct activities as a studio teacher.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Required for Bachelor of Music in Performance majors; others by permission.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • MUS 312 - Piano Pedagogy I


    Survey of current and historical teaching materials and methods for students of all ages and ability levels. Classes will include observation of various private piano teachers from the local communities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 314 - Piano Pedagogy II


    Emphasizing “hands on” experience, students will work with piano pupils in lab and one-to-one settings. Issues such as teaching techniques, creative use of materials, attention span, concentration and the various psychological aspects of teaching will be addressed. Emphasis on interacting with students in a positive manner so that the result is a beneficial learning experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 312.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 316 - Piano Literature I


    Survey of the major works of the keyboard repertoire from the Baroque and Classical periods.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 318 - Piano Literature II


    Survey of major works of the piano repertoire from the Romantic and Contemporary periods.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 316.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 350 - Applied Music Lessons


    Applied  music lessons after having passed the Junior Standing Exam.  .  May be repeated for credit.  Note: Course Topic number designates instrument or voice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior Standing Exam. Undergraduate Music Education major. 

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 450 - Applied Music Lessons


    Applied  music lessons after having passed the Junior Standing Exam.  .  May be repeated for credit.  Note: Course Topic number designates instrument or voice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior Standing Exam. Undergraduate Music Performance major.

    Credits: 4
  
  • MUS 498 - Senior Project


    A significant research paper, original composition, or by special permission, a lecture-recital presented in lieu of a recital. Accomplished under the guidance of an assigned faculty member during the senior year.

    Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Senior standing. Required for all BA in Music majors.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 510 - Special Topics in Music


    Specific topics and approaches will be chosen jointly by interested students and the staff. Designed to address the undergraduate course issues not covered in regular offerings. 01-Piano Pedagogy and Literature; 06-Seminar in Contemporary Music; 11-Harpsichord; 44-Carnegie Hall Choral Residency Program.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MUS 600 - Research in Music


    Survey of research procedure and scholarship in performance, music education, choral conducting or instrumental conducting.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 650 - Topics in Choral Music


    Concentrated study of approved topics in choral music. Topics will vary. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUL 531.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 651 - Topics in Instrumental Music


    Concentrated study of approved topics in instrumental music. Topics will vary. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUL 531.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 698 - Special Studies in Music


    Individual work on an approved project under the guidance of an graduate faculty member.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUS 600.

    Credits: 2-4
  
  • MUY 101 - Fundamentals of Music


    An elemental study of the dimensions and basic characteristics of musical sounds, with primary emphasis upon the development of skills and concepts through creating, performing and analysis. For the general student.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 111 - Elementary Harmony I


    Diatonic chordal relationships through written work, analysis, and keyboard application. Primarily for music. majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Music major and permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 112 - Elementary Harmony II


    A continued study of chordal relationships. Primarily for music majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 111 and permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 113 - Elementary Sight Singing and Ear Training I


    Sight singing, ear training and dictation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 101 or permission.  Corequisite: MUY 111.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 114 - Elementary Sight Singing and Ear Training II


    Sight singing, ear training and dictation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 113.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 211 - Advanced Harmony I


    A continuation of MUY 112. Chromatic chordal relationships and 20th century harmonic practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 112.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 212 - Advanced Harmony II


    A continuation of MUY 112. Chromatic chordal relationships and 20th century harmonic practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 211.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 213 - Advanced Sight Singing and Ear Training I


    A continuation of MUY 114.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 114.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 214 - Advanced Sight Singing and Ear Training II


    A continuation of MUY 114.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 213.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 310 - Jazz Improvisation I


    The direct application of music theory to jazz improvisation, with emphasis on the development of skills and knowledge through analysis, creating and performing on a daily basis. Pitched instruments in “C”, “Bb”, “Eb”, or “C bass clef” and that are capable of a full chromatic scale are essential for participation in the course. Keyboardists must bring their own instrument. Vocalists will need to play a pitched musical instrument that meets the criteria outlined above. Memorization of all 10 works addressed in the texts will be required.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 212 or permission of instructor. An audition may be required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 311 - Jazz Improvisation II


    A continuation of MUY 310. Involves the direct application of music theory to jazz improvisation, with emphasis on the development of skills and knowledge through analysis, creating, and performing on a daily basis. Pitched instruments in “C”, “Bb”, “Eb”, or “C bass clef” only, capable of a full chromatic scale, are essential (keyboardists must bring their own) for participation in the course. As with MUY 310, memorization of at least 8 but not more than 16 works from the standard jazz repertory will be required.



    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 310.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 315 - Twentieth Century Musical Techniques


    Techniques for structural analysis of post-impressionist through contemporary music.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 212 or permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 410 - Chamber Jazz Arranging and Piano I


    The study of arranging for and performance on the piano as it pertains to Chamber Jazz.



    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUP 206 and MUY 212 or permission of instructor. An audition and/or pretest may be required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 411 - Chamber Jazz Arranging and Piano II


    A continuation of MUY 410. The continued study of arranging for and performance on the piano as it pertains to Chamber Jazz.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 410.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 422 - Tonal Counterpoint


    A study of contrapuntal techniques as practiced by composers of the 18th and 19th centuries.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 112 or permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 451 - Form and Analysis


    Analysis of the structure of musical compositions of various historical periods, including the study of common forms found in the standard concert repertoire.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 212.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 452 - Orchestration


    Study and practical application of scoring techniques for various instrumental groups, including orchestral and band transcriptions and reductions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 212.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUY 461 - Composition I (Small Forms)


    Composition in the Variation Forms, including ostinato, ground motive, passacaglia, chaconne and theme with variations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MUY 212 or permission.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUY 650 - Topics in Music Theory


    Concentrated study of designated topics in music theory. Topics will vary. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAS 101 - Introduction to Native American Studies


    Introduces the interdisciplinary perspective of Native American Studies. Examines the experience of Native Americans, past and present, focusing on diverse and distinct cultural areas and historical events. Explores Native Americans’ integral part in the development of the Americas and the European impact on traditional Native societies, historically and currently.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements. Lec 3.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAS 102 - Introduction to Wabanaki Culture, History and Contemporary Issues


    Examines the world view, way of life, history, art, literature and contemporary issues of the Native nations that make up the Wabanaki Confederacy. The culture, philosophy and creation stories of the individual tribes, including the Penobscot, Passamaquoddy, Maliseet and Micmac tribes are explored. In addition, concepts such as sovereignty, treaty rights and tribal government are discussed. NAS 101 is recommended.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAS 201 - Topics in Native American Studies


    Provides an interdisciplinary, intermediate level of study of selected topics regarding American Indians in more detail and complexity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    NAS 101 or permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • NAS 298 - Directed Study in Native American Studies


    Individual study, research, field experience and writing projects in Native American Studies. May be repeated for credit. Arranged upon request.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    NAS 101 and permission.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • NAS 401 - Advanced Topics in Native American Studies


    Provides an advanced level of study of selected topics regarding American Indians in great detail and specificity.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    NAS 101, junior standing and permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAS 490 - Theory and Research Methods in Native American Studies


    An advanced seminar that serves as the culmination of the Native American Studies minor. Focuses on the theory and research methods appropriate to the discipline. Emphasizes research paradigms and techniques useful for interpreting materials and collections dealing with Native American Studies.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    NAS 101, NAS 102 and 6 additional credits within the Native American Studies minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAS 498 - Directed Study in Native American Studies


    Advanced individual study, research, field experiences and writing projects in Native American Studies. May be repeated for credit. Arranged upon request.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    NAS 101, one additional course within the Native American Studies minor, junior or senior standing, and permission.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • NAV 100 - Naval Leadership Laboratory


    No description. (Pass/Fail Grade Only.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of instructor.

    Credits: 0
  
  • NAV 101 - Introduction to Naval Science


    Emphasizes organizational structure, warfare components, and assigned roles/missions of the U.S. Navy/USMC. Covers all aspects of Naval Service from its relative position within DoD, to the specific warfare communities/career paths. Also includes basic elements of leadership/Navy Core Values. Designed to give student initial exposure to many elements of Naval culture. Also provides conceptual framework/working vocabulary for student to use on summer cruise. Laboratories are also provided to include alcohol and drug abuse prevention, detection and control, tobacco use cessation/prevention, suicide and HIV/AIDs prevention.

    Credits: 2
  
  • NAV 102 - Naval Ships Systems I (Engineering)


    Detailed study of ship characteristics and types including ship design, hydrodynamic forces, stability, compartmentation, propulsion, electrical and auxiliary systems, interior communications, ship control and damage control. Included are basic concepts of theory/design of steam, gas turbine, diesel and nuclear propulsion. Case studies on leadership/ethical issues in the engineering area are also covered.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 201 - Naval Ships Systems II (Weapons)


    Outlines theory and employment of weapons systems. Student explores the processes of detection, evaluation, threat analysis, weapon selection, delivery, guidance and explosives. Fire control systems and major weapons types are discussed including capabilities and limitations. The physical aspects of radar and underwater sound are described. Facets of command, control, communications, computers and intelligence are explored as means of weapons system integration. The tactical and strategic significance of command and control warfare and information warfare is discussed. Supplemented with review/analysis of case studies involving the moral and ethical responsibilities of leaders in the employment of weapons. Other major themes in leadership include honor, courage, integrity, loyalty, responsibility, authority, accountability, character development, crisis decision making, and conflict resolution.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 202 - Sea Power and Maritime Affairs


    The history of navies in the modern period (c. 1500 to the present) including use of naval forces in the achievement of national goals, development of naval technology and tactics, effects of naval construction and manning upon society, sociology of navies, comparison of naval policies in various states, the current balance sheet of navies. (Additional work will be required for Navy ROTC students.) (This course is identical to HTY 280.)

    Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 301 - Navigation and Naval Operations I


    In-depth study of the theory, principles, procedures and application of plotting, piloting and celestial navigation. Students learn piloting techniques, the use of charts, the use of visual and electronic aids, and theory of operation of both magnetic and gyro compasses. Celestial navigation topics include celestial coordinate system, the navigation triangle and an overview of the sight reduction process. Students develop practical skills in plotting and celestial navigation. Other topics include tides, currents, effects of wind/weather, voyage planning and application and understanding of international/inland rules of navigation. Supplemented with review/analysis of case studies involving actual navigation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 302 - Navigation and Naval Operations II


    Study of relative motion, vector-analysis theory, formation tactics and ship employment. Also included are introductions to naval operations and operations analysis, ship behavior and characteristics in maneuvering, applied aspects of shiphandling, afloat communications, and command and control. Supplemented with a review/analysis of case studies involving moral/ethical/leadership issues pertaining to the concepts listed above.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    NAV 301 and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 303 - Leadership and Management


    Comprehensive study of organizational behavior and management. Topics include survey of management functions of planning, organizing and controlling; an introduction to individual/group behavior in organizations; and extensive study of motivation/leadership. Major behavior theories explored in detail. Practical applications explored through using experiential exercises, case studies and laboratory discussions. Other topics include decision making, communication, responsibility, authority, accountability and total quality leadership.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 304 - Leadership and Ethics


    Sharpens the understanding of some important issues about morality and develops moral reasoning ability. Integrates an intellectual exploration of Western moral traditions and ethical philosophy with topics and issues confronting newly commissioned officers as military leaders. Provides a foundation in major moral traditions including Utilitarianism, Kantian ethics, Constitutional Law, Natural Law theory, and virtue ethics. Students will discuss the ethics of war through discussions of the Just War Theory (Jus Ad Bellum) and the Conduct of War (Jus in Bello). Readings will be from various fields, including leadership, ethics, philosophy, theology, and law and will be enhanced through case studies, video segments, and current issues in the news.

    Satisfies the General Education Ethics Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of instructor. It is recommended that students have junior or senior standing, however they need not be in the NROTC program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 310 - Evolution of Warfare


    Traces development of warfare from dawn of recorded history to the present, focusing on the impact of major military theorists, strategists, tacticians and technological developments. Students acquire a basic sense of strategy, develop an understanding of military alternatives, and see the impact of historical precedence on military thought and actions.

    Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition, Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspective Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NAV 410 - Amphibious Warfare


    A historical survey of the development of amphibious doctrine and the conduct of amphibious operations. Emphasis is placed on the evolution of amphibious warfare in the 20th century, especially during World War II. Present day potential and limitations on amphibious operations, including the rapid deployment force concept, are explored.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NFA 117 - Issues and Opportunities


    Consists of weekly small group sessions (usually of 15 or fewer students) conducted by the students’ first-year advisor. Not offered in all programs.

    (Pass/Fail Grade Only.)

    Credits: 1

  
  • NMD 100 - Introduction to New Media


    An introduction to the historical contexts, concepts, technical concerns and production processes fundamental to New Media. Topics include history of new media/desktop computing, communication theory, issues for design and interactivity, hardware and computer science foundations of new media and basic software parameters related to digital art, Web design, video and sound production. Lecture and discussion format.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NMD 102 - Fundamentals of Information Systems


    Students develop the fundamental knowledge of information systems, including formal systems and models. Covers use of data, information, and knowledge in organizations, information lifecycle; collection, storage, processing, retrieval, delivery; and overview of the various components of an information infrastructure including computing platforms, software architectures, and telecommunications networks. Types of information systems, client server architectures, and emerging information systems.  Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    A grade of C or better in NMD 100 and permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NMD 104 - Design Basics for New Media


    Introduction to principles and theories of visual design, in traditional and electronic media; processes, methods and technologies relative to the creative production of two-dimensional visual imagery; use of the computer as a creative tool for the development of expressive and professional images. Focus on the creative process in visual design. (This course is identical to ISE 104.) Studio 3.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NMD 201 - Photographic Reporting and Storytelling


    An overview of photojournalism history, theory and ethics. Exercises teach skills and strategies used by newspaper, magazine and on-line photographers and editors and challenge students to deal responsibly with issues of invasion of privacy, subject representation, copyright and fair use and image manipulation. (This course is identical to CMJ 261.)

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Approved New Media portfolio review, or permission.

    Credits: 3
 

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