Dec 05, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Mechanical Engineering

  
  • MEE 356 - Introduction to the Finite Element Method


    This course will use a mix of theory and computer-modeling to lay down the fundamentals of the FEM, and equip students with the tools necessary to successfully utilize FEM. Fundamental concepts such as spring elements, bar elements, assembling of global matrices, solving for nodal values, interpolation functions for 1D and 2D elements and isoparameterization will be discussed. Lecture 3 hrs., Lab 1 hr.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 160  or COS 160 , EGN 248 , MEE 251 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 360 - Fluid Mechanics


    Fluid statics, fluid kinematics, Bernoulli equation, energy equation, viscosity, control volume analysis, differential analysis, dimensional analysis, laminar flow and turbulent flow, internal flow, external flow, boundary layers, lift and drag, numerical methods, computational fluid dynamics, turbomachinery. Lecture 3 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 248 , MEE 270 , MAT 252 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 361 - Physical Metallurgy


    Introduction to the current state of metallurgical technology. It builds on basic principles, particularly crystal structure and phase equilibria, to introduce students to contemporary metallurgical literature. Topics such as defect structures and the effect of heat treatment are introduced in a “just in time” fashion. Lecture 3 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 260 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 372 - Computer-Aided Design of Machine Elements


    Elements of mechanical engineering design, introduction to computer aided drafting, stress analysis, deflection and stiffness analysis, Castigliano’s theorem, Euler buckling, static failure criteria, fatigue failure criteria, design of shafts and bearings, limits and fits, critical speed of shafts, detachable and permanent joints and springs. Design is performed by available formulas and standards as well as computer aided design by simulation software. Includes a student design project. Lecture 4 hrs., Lab 1 hr.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 182 MEE 251 , MEE 259 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 4

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 373 - Design of Machines and Mechanisms


    Mobility and degrees of freedom in mechanisms, review of kinematics, instant centers, cam and follower design, gears, gear trains, interference and undercutting, synthesis of linkages, static and dynamic force analysis, measuring mass moment of inertia, free and forced vibrations, dynamics of reciprocating engines, static and dynamic balancing, Euler’s equations of motions, rolling-contact bearings, journal bearings, flywheels, gyroscopes, governors, clutches and brakes. Design is performed by available formulas and standards as well as computer aided design by simulation software. Includes a student design project. Lecture 4 hrs., Lab 1 hr.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 182 EGN 160  or COS 160 , EGN 248 , MEE 270 , MAT 252 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 4

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 374 - Theory and Applications of Vibrations


    Free undamped and damped vibrations of one degree of freedom (DOF) systems, forced vibrations of one DOF systems with harmonic and nonharmonic excitations, resonance, free vibrations of multi DOF systems, mode shapes, forced vibrations of multi DOF systems and dynamic vibration absorber. Lecture 3 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 248 , EGN 260  or ELE 262 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 375 - Engineering Acoustics


    Vibrating systems, acoustic wave equation, waves in solids and fluid media, reflection and transmission at interfaces, absorptions and dispersion, Green’s function, waveguides, resonators and filters, noise, ultrasonics, nondestructive evaluation, acoustical imaging, selected topics in ocean acoustics, noise control, environmental and architectural acoustics. Lecture 3 hrs., Lab 1 hr.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 248 , ELE 217 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 379 - Dynamics and Vibrations Laboratory


    Exploration of theory and applications of dynamics and vibrations in the laboratory. Lab 2 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): MEE 259 , MEE 270 .
    Co-requisite(s): MEE 374 .
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 432 - Heat Transfer


    Study of fundamental laws of heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation. Steady heat conduction, thermal circuit modeling, fins, transient heat conduction, forced convection, natural convection, radiation heat transfer, heat exchanger, boiling and condensation, and numerical methods in heat transfer. Lecture 3 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): MEE 230 , MEE 360 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 439 - Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer Laboratory


    Exploration of theory and applications of fluid mechanics and heat transfer in the laboratory. Lab 2 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): MEE 259 
    Co-requisite(s): MEE 432 .
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering
  
  • MEE 463 - Aerodynamics


    This course is an extension of the first course in fluid mechanics to the aerodynamic performance of wings and bodies in both subsonic and supersonic flow regimes. The governing equations of aerodynamics are derived and then applied to a variety of scenarios. Topics include potential flows, panel methods, boundary layer theory, turbulence modeling, compressible flow, and an introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) using ANSYS. Aerodynamics problems will be solved analytically, experimentally, and computationally. Programming in MATLAB will be used extensively in this course. Lecture 3 hrs., Lab 1 hr.

     

    Prerequisite(s): MEE 360 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Mechanical Engineering


Military Science

  
  • MIS 201 - Leadership Laboratory I


    This lab offers different roles for students at different levels of the program, to include leadership responsibilities for the planning, coordination, execution, and evaluation of various training programs. Students develop, practice and refine leadership skills by serving and being evaluated in a variety of supervisory positions. Specific events include a team-building leader reaction course, orientation to military weapons, basic tactical movement, and land navigation. Equivalent to MILT 401 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s): Registration in another 200-level or higher MIS course.
    Credits: 1

    Yes
    Course Typically Offered: Fall
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 202 - Leadership Laboratory II


    This lab offers different roles for students at different levels of the program, to include leadership responsibilities for the planning, coordination, execution, and evaluation of various training programs. Students develop, practice and refine leadership skills by serving and being evaluated in a variety of supervisory positions. Specific events include basic marksmanship, advanced tactical movement, orienteering and land navigation. Equivalent to MILT 402 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s): Registration in another 200-level or higher MIS course.
    Credits: 1

    Yes
    Course Typically Offered: Spring
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 213 - Introduction to ROTC I


    Make your first new peer group at college one committed to performing well and enjoying the experience. Increase self-confidence through team study and activities in physical fitness, rappelling, first aid, basic marksmanship, and basic drill. Learn fundamental concepts of leadership in both classroom and outdoor laboratory environments. One hour and a required leadership lab, plus optional participation (mandatory for scholarship Cadets) in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is required for Cadets. Open to all college students, no military commitment required. Equivalent to MILT 413 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered: Fall
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 214 - Introduction to ROTC II


    Learn and apply principles of effective leadership. Reinforce self-confidence through participation in physically and mentally challenging exercises with other ROTC Cadets. Continued activities in basic drill, physical fitness, rappelling, first aid, and basic marksmanship. Develop communication skills to improve individual performance and group interaction. One hour and a required leadership lab, plus optional participation (mandatory for scholarship Cadets) in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is required for Cadets. Open to all college students; no military commitment required. Equivalent to MILT 414 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered: Spring
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 225 - History of the Army


    The History of the Army Course is a Professional Military Education (PME) course open to all college students. It also fulfills the military history commissioning requirement. It is not a date memorization class; a significant portion of the material covered will be Battle Analysis. This process will be studied and explained in an understandable and interesting manner. Topics will be taught not only by lecture, but also hands-on and outdoors. No prerequisite or military commitment required.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 301 - Self and Team Development I


    Learn and apply ethics-based leadership skills that develop individual abilities and contribute to the building of effective teams of people. Develop skills in oral presentations, planning of events, advanced first aid, physical fitness, and land navigation. Learn techniques for training others as an aspect of continued leadership development. Two hours and a required leadership lab, plus optional participation (mandatory for scholarship Cadets) in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is required. Additional weekend exercises may be offered for optional participation. Open to all college students, no military commitment required. Equivalent to MILT 501 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered: Fall
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 302 - Self and Team Development II


    Introduces individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications, making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for team safety/security, and methods of pre-execution checks. Practical exercises with other ROTC students. Learn techniques for training others as an aspect of continued leadership development. Two hours and a required leadership lab, plus optional participation (mandatory for scholarship Cadets) in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is also required. Additional weekend exercises may be offered for optional participation. Open to all college students, no military commitment required. Equivalent to MILT 502 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered: Spring
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 401 - Leading Small Organizations I


    Series of practical opportunities to lead small groups, receive personal assessments and encouragement, and lead again in situations of increasing complexity. Plan and conduct training for other ROTC students in small unit offensive and defensive operations. Three hours and required leadership lab, plus required participation in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is also required. Additional weekend exercises may be offered for optional participation. Equivalent to MILT 601 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s): Army ROTC Basic Course.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered: Fall
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 402 - Leading Small Organizations II


    Continues the methodology from MIS 401. Analyze tasks; prepare written and oral guidance for team members to accomplish tasks. Delegate tasks and supervise. Plan for and adapt to the unexpected in organizations under stress. Examine and apply lessons from leadership studies. Examine importance of ethical decision making in setting a positive climate that enhances team performance. Three hours and a required leadership lab, plus required participation in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is also required. Additional weekend exercises may be offered for optional participation. Equivalent to MILT 602 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s): Army ROTC Basic Course and MIS 401 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered: Spring
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 411 - Leadership and Management I


    Plan, conduct and evaluate activities of the ROTC Cadet organization. Articulate goals and put plans into action to attain them. Assess organizational cohesion and develop strategies to improve it. Develop confidence in skills to lead people and manage resources. Learn/apply various Army policies and programs in this effort. Three hours and a required leadership lab, plus required participation in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is also required. Additional weekend exercises may be offered for optional participation. Equivalent to MILT 611 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s): Army ROTC Basic Course, MIS 401  and MIS 402 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered: Fall
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 412 - Leadership and Management II


    Continues the methodology from MIS 411. Identify and resolve ethical dilemmas. Refine counseling and motivating techniques. Examine aspects of tradition and law as related to leading as an officer in the Army. Prepare for future as a successful Army lieutenant. Three hours and a required leadership lab, plus required participation in three one-hour sessions of physical fitness per week. Participation in one weekend exercise is also required. Additional weekend exercises may be offered for optional participation. Equivalent to MILT 612 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s): Army ROTC Basic Course, MIS 401 , MIS 402 , and MIS 411 
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered: Spring
    Course Type: Military Science
  
  • MIS 495 - Officer Internship


    Experiential learning through fieldwork in a military-type unit. Written analysis required. Equivalent to MILT 695 at UNH.

    Prerequisite(s): MIS 411  or concurrent, and permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s): MIS 201  or MIS 202 .
    Credits: 1-6

    Course Typically Offered: Fall and spring
    Course Type: Military Science

Music Education

  
  • MUE 110 - ProSeminar I


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Students will complete fieldwork, interact with field specialists and practitioners, study emerging topics and contemporary practices in music education. Students will begin to develop their professional portfolios.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 111 .
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 111 - Professional Foundations for Music Education


    The course will survey the cultural and historical contexts of American music education and the philosophies that underpin its practice. Issues of arts advocacy will also be addressed.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 113 - Vocal Techniques for Instrumentalists


    Students will learn the fundamentals of healthy vocal production including posture, breathing, resonance, diction and expression. Basic vocal anatomy, terminology related to vocal production, and techniques for fostering good singing in school-based settings will be addressed. Demonstration of healthy vocal performance will be required.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 150 - ProSeminar II


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Students will explore the uses of technology in education through fieldwork and other experiences. Students will continue the development of their teaching portfolios.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 110 , MUE 111 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 151 - Brass Techniques


    Students will learn brass instrumental techniques and methods to provide instruction on brass instruments to students in grades 4-12. The demonstration of proper performance techniques on trumpet, horn, trombone, and tuba will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 110 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 152 - Percussion Techniques


    Students will learn techniques and methods to provide instruction on percussion instruments to students in grades 4-12.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 110  
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 210 - ProSeminar III


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Fieldwork will focus on the application of instructional strategies for guiding critical and creative music listening in a variety of educational contexts.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 150 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 211 .
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 211 - Teaching and Creative and Critical Listening PK-12


    Application of music education methods and contemporary learning theory to music education curricula. An investigation of standards, teaching for musical understanding and the design of lesson plans and assessment strategies will empower students to define and demonstrate a comprehensive pedagogical approach as music educators.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 111 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 210 .
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 250 - ProSeminar IV


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Fieldwork will focus on the application of classroom and rehearsal strategies for developing young vocal musicians.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 210 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 251 .
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 251 - Teaching Vocal Music PK-12


    Students will develop personal singing skills as they learn to engage PK-12 singers in the study of vocal music. Students will study vocal pedagogy and group vocal techniques. Students will create PK-12 curriculum and assessment materials and learn how to organize and administer a school- based vocal music program.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 210 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 250 .
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 252 - Choral Conducting


    Introduction to conducting gestures and development of non-verbal gestures through choral conducting, including score analysis and rehearsal techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 210  and MUT 211  or permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 310 - ProSeminar V


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Fieldwork will focus on the application of classroom and rehearsal strategies for developing young instrumentalists.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 250 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 312 , MUE 313 .
    Credits: 1

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Engaged Learning
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 311 - Research and Evaluation


    The course will introduce philosophical, historical, descriptive, correlational, causal-comparative, experimental, and arts-based research methods as utilized in music education contexts. Students will develop skills to facilitate formalized inquiry, including student assessment and program evaluation.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; ENG 100  or equivalent for all students; for students admistted Fall 2021 or later: ENG 102  or equivalent (may be concurrent), or non-degree student; OR permission.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Ethical Inquiry, Social Responsibility, and Citizenship; Writing, Reading, and Inquiry 3
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 312 - Teaching Instrumental Music PK-12


    The course will acquaint students with methods and procedures of teaching instrumental music in grades PK-12. Teaching techniques and methods, rehearsal techniques, ensemble literature, program administration and organization, recruiting, budgets, public relations, advocacy, ensemble literature, scheduling, and performance will be addressed.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 250 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 310 
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 313 - Instrumental Conducting


    Advanced development of non-verbal gestures through the art of instrumental conducting. Score reading analysis, rehearsal techniques, and performance preparation.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 210  and MUT 211  or permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 314 - Guitar Techniques


    An introduction to basic guitar skills. Emphasis is placed upon those skills that lead to playing effective accompaniments.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 315 - Woodwind Techniques


    Students will learn instrumental techniques and methods to provide instruction on flute, single, and double reeds to students in grades 4-12. The demonstration of proper performance techniques will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 250 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 350 - ProSeminar VI


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Fieldwork will include both the observation and leadership of improvisation activities in a variety of educational settings.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 310 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 351 .
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 351 - Teaching Improvisation in Music PK-12


    Students will investigate improvisation in various styles of music and learn how its application can foster creativity in students of all grade levels. Pedagogical methods, materials and standards incorporating jazz and various styles will be reviewed and applied to the music classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 310 .
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 350  and a jazz ensemble (MUS 406  or 407 by audition).
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 352 - String Techniques


    Students will learn string techniques and methods to provide instruction on bowed instruments to school aged students. The demonstration of proper performance techniques on violin, viola, cello, and bass will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 310 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 410 - ProSeminar VII


    Provides a professional community for emerging music educators. Fieldwork will include both observation and leadership of composition activities in a variety of educational settings.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 350  ProSeminar VI.
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 411 ; Composer’s Ensemble.
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 411 - Teaching Music Composition PK-12


    Students will develop personal composition skills as they learn to engage young musicians in the study of music composition. Students will study composition pedagogy including individual and group techniques. Students will create PK-12 curriculum and assessment materials and learn how to organize and administer a school-based music composition program.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 350  ProSeminar VI.
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 410 , MUS 406 .
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 412 - Woodwind Techniques


    Students will learn instrumental techniques and methods to provide instruction on flute, single, and double reeds to students in grades 4-12. The demonstration of proper performance techniques will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 250 - ProSeminar IV  
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type:
  
  • MUE 450 - Professional Internship


    Full-time student teaching during the senior year is provided for one semester under direct supervision in off-campus situations for all who meet the requirements. Students will experience classroom and ensemble teaching experiences.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 451 .
    Credits: 8

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Engaged Learning
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education
  
  • MUE 451 - Professional Portfolio


    Creation of an electronic portfolio aligned with the USM Teacher Certification Standards. The portfolio will contain evidence of preparation, implementation and reflection on music education practices.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s): MUE 450 .
    Credits: 4

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Capstone; Engaged Learning
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Education

Music History

  
  • MUH 105 - Multi-Cultural Perspectives of American Popular Music and Jazz


    An overview of selected styles and traditions of jazz and American popular music, as well as World music that has influenced those styles. Developing critical thinking and writing skills, the course stresses close analysis and interpretation of selected works.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Cultural Interpretation; Culture, Power, and Equity
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 206 - Jazz History


    This course provides an in-depth examination of the historical evolution of jazz, as well as a familiarity with the major and secondary figures in the idiom. Emphasis is placed on detailed listening assignments and class discussions.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 103 , music major, or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 220 - Twentieth/Twenty-First Century Music


    This course covers the history of Western music from 1900 to the present. The elements of musical language and style are traced through representative composers’ works. Listening, analysis, independent research, and writing are required.

    Prerequisite(s): Music major or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 222 - Music History Survey 1


    An historical study of the language and style of music from antiquity to 1850. Significant composers, major genres, and representative musical compositions are studied.

    Prerequisite(s): Music major or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Cultural Interpretation; International
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 223 - Music History Survey 2


    An historical study of the language and style of Western art music from 1850 to the present day. Significant composers, major genres, and representative musical compositions are studied.

    Prerequisite(s): Music major or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 320 - Seminar in Music History


    A concentrated study of selected topics in music history based on individual research.

    Prerequisite(s): MUH 105 , MUH 222 MUH 223 . For music majors or minors; others with permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 321 - Classical and Romantic Music


    This course covers the history of Western music from 1750 to 1900. The elements of musical language and style are traced through representative composers’ works. Listening, analysis, independent research, and writing are required.

    Prerequisite(s): MUH 222 , MUH 223 , or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 325 - The History of Musical Theatre in America


    A study of the development of the musical and its relationship to American social history.

    Prerequisite(s): College Writing.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Culture, Power, and Equity
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History
  
  • MUH 329 - Devils, Dwarves and Dragons


    This course will consider anti-Semitism in music from multiple perspective including that of the performer, composer and audience member. Students will analyze works from musical, cultural, and ethical perspective to understand how they were performed and perceived.

    Prerequisite(s): College Writing.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Ethical Inquiry, Social Responsibility, and Citizenship
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music History

Music Performance

  
  • MUP 101 - Applied Music


    An opportunity to continue at the college level the private study of piano, voice, organ, guitar, any orchestra or band instrument or composition. One half-hour lesson per week for twelve weeks. Restricted to non-majors and certain music students. Special fee assessed.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    May be repeated for credit.
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 102 - Applied Music


    An opportunity to continue at the college level the private study of piano, voice, organ, guitar, any orchestra or band instrument or composition. One hour lesson per week for twelve weeks. Restricted to non- majors and certain music students. Special fee assessed.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    May be repeated for credit.
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 201 - Applied Music


    May be taken in piano, voice, organ, guitar, any orchestra or band instrument or composition. One half-hour lesson per week for twelve weeks in the minor performance area in fulfillment of applied music requirements. Restricted to music majors and minors. Special fee assessed.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    May be repeated for credit.
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 202 - Applied Music


    May be taken in piano, voice, organ, guitar, any orchestra or band instrument or composition. One hour lesson per week for twelve weeks in the major performance area in fulfillment of applied music requirements. Restricted to music majors and minors. Special fee assessed.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    May be repeated for credit.
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 203 - Applied Music


    May be taken in piano, voice, organ, guitar, any orchestra or band instrument or composition. One hour lesson per week for twelve weeks in the major performance area in fulfillment of applied music requirements. Restricted to B.M. performance majors. Special fee assessed.

    Prerequisite(s):
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    May be repeated for credit.
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 390 - Recital


    Public performance in the area of applied study for junior performance majors. Graded pass/fail.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 0

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 490 - Senior Recital / Seminar


    This seminar focuses on the final creative project in each student’s major applied area. The major portion of the course is the preparation and presentation of a public applied recital or project. The course itself addresses issues of entrepreneurship in music and research in the historical elements of the applied recital/project.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduating senior in performance or bachelor of arts degree program and be eligible to present the applied recital/project in the student’s major area.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Capstone; Engaged Learning
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance
  
  • MUP 491 - Recital


    Public performance in the area of applied study for music education majors. Graded pass/fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Music Education Major.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 0

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music Performance

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  • MUS 100 - Music Appreciation and History


    A survey of music from the Gregorian chant to the modern times, covering musical practices of the renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary periods. Representative works by the outstanding composers of each period. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Cultural Interpretation
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 101 - USM Choir: University Chorale


    The University Chorale is an auditioned ensemble of mixed voices open to all University students. Rehearsals are designed to enhance musical and vocal development in order to sing expressively and with musical understanding a broad spectrum of choral music from a variety of historical eras and musical cultures.

    Prerequisite(s): College Writing (or concurrent), audition.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Creative Expression
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 102 - Music of the Portland Symphony


    A course designed to increase the student’s understanding and appreciation of the music scheduled for the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s regular concerts of the semester. Attendance is required at the concerts in addition to regularly scheduled classes. Historical background, biography of composer, musical analysis, rehearsal and performance techniques, and music criticism. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Cultural Interpretation
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 103 - Introduction to Jazz


    A survey of jazz from its inception to the present day. Involves a study of the origins and stylistic development of jazz. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Cultural Interpretation
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 110 - Fundamentals of Music


    A background study of concepts and skills essential to an intelligent reading of music. The development of natural music abilities through participating in singing, rhythmic activities, and instrumental work. An appreciation of music through awareness of basic structures. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Creative Expression
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 150 - Piano Class 1


    This is a piano class for MUE and MUP students not majoring in a keyboard instrument. Topics covered include sight-reading, basic technique, scales, chord progressions, harmonization, transposition and performance of elementary to intermediate piano literature.

    Prerequisite(s): Music major or permission of School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 151 - Piano Class 2


    This is a continuation of MUS 150 .

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 150  or permission of School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 202 - Music in America


    A survey of the important trends in music from colonial days to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the Native American composer in the development of sacred music, concert music, jazz, musical comedy, and pop music. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 204 - Rock and Roll: Subversive or Submissive?


    This course surveys popular musical styles from the Pre-Rock era to the early 21st century, from Rhythm and Blues to Hip hop, and examines how this music reflected or rejected societal norms of the times.

    Prerequisite(s): College Writing.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Meets the Following Core Requirement: Cultural Interpretation
    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 209 - Dynamic Posture and Alignment


    Provides students with a practical understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics in order to improve ease and freedom of motion while in a stationary position. This course is designed for musicians, as well as other performers and creative artists, athletes, and computer users.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 210 - Songwriting


    This course will focus on the development of the compositional voice of each student to cultivate comfortable and confident songwriting artists. Activities will include analysis of songs from a variety of style and genres, composition of original songs, individual and shared performance, and critique and feedback to further students’ compositional skills.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 244 - Basic Conducting


    Practical conducting experiences: score reading, basic beat patterns, gestures, and interpretation.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 210  and MUT 211  or permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 250 - Piano Class 3


    This is a continuation of MUS 151 .

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 151  or permission of School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 251 - Piano Class 4


    This is a continuation of MUS 250 .

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 250  or permission of School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 252 - Jazz Piano Class 1


    This is a jazz piano class for MUP Jazz Studies Concentration students not majoring in a keyboard instrument, as well as non-jazz keyboard majors and other instrumentalists who meet the prerequisite. Topics covered include chord voicing for the ii-v-i progression, arrangements of standard tunes, jazz scales and modes, and accompaniment styles.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 151  or permission of School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 253 - Jazz Piano Class 2


    This is a continuation of MUS 252 .

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 252  or permission of School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 256 - Diction for Singers 1: Italian and French


    A study in the principles of Italian and French diction through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). An application of these basic principles to vocal literature through written, singing, and aural transcription exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): Music major or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 257 - Diction for Singers 2: French and German


    A continuation of study in the principles of French diction and the principles of German diction through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). An application of these basic principles to vocal literature through written, singing, and aural transcription exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 256  or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 271 - Principles of Digital Audio and Music Production


    This course will explore skills in music production. It will provide ear training pertinent to audio and music production. The student will have hands-on experience with recording equipment.

    Prerequisite(s):
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    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 310 - Organ Improvisation 1


    This course will cover the basics of improvisation at the organ. The goal is to equip the student with the skills needed in church situations. Hymns, chorales, and plainsong melodies will form the basis for learning to improvise preludes, postludes, and interludes in a variety of styles. This course will be scheduled as an additional applied music time with an organ specialist.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 112  or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 311 - Organ Improvisation 2


    This course is the continuation of MUS 310 . It will be scheduled as an additional applied music time with an organ specialist.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 112  and MUS 310 , or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 1

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 321 - Literature of the Major Instrument


    A survey of the literature for voice or a specific instrument. Except for piano or voice, which are offered in class sessions when the number of registrants warrants it, this will be scheduled as private study. Normally the piano and voice sessions will be offered in alternate years.

    Prerequisite(s): For performance majors; other music majors with permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 322 - Piano Literature 2


    A survey of keyboard literature from 1890 to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): For piano majors, others with permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 323 - Organ Literature 2


    A survey of organ literature from 1800 to present.

    Prerequisite(s): For organ majors, others with permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 337 - Jazz Arranging


    Study and analysis of music written for small and large jazz ensembles. Practice in writing for a variety of instrumental combinations in the jazz idiom.

    Prerequisite(s): MUT 210  and MUT 211  or permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 360 - Advanced Keyboard Skills 1


    This course provides practical instruction in the advanced keyboard skills of score reading, transposition, harmonization of melodies, and realization of continuo. These performance skills will be taught with emphasis on the preparation of examples outside the class as well as the active participation by students in class.

    Prerequisite(s): Keyboard performance major and MUT 112 , or permission of the School director.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 361 - Advanced Keyboard Skills 2


    The second semester continuation of Advanced Keyboard Skills 1.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 360 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 371 - Advanced Principles of Digital Audio and Music Production


    This course will further skills in music production. It will provide ear training pertinent to audio and music production. The student will have hands on experience with recording equipment and will learn techniques of muti-track recording.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 271  or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 372 - Pedagogy of the Major Instrument


    A study of the teaching methods and materials for voice or instruments. Except for piano and voice, which are offered in class sessions when the number of registrants warrants it, this will be scheduled as additional applied music time with an instrumental specialist. Normally the piano and voice sessions will be offered in alternate years.

    Prerequisite(s): For performance majors; other music majors with permission of the School.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 373 - Piano Pedagogy 2


    This course is the second-semester continuation of MUS 372  in piano. The course focuses on the teaching of child beginners. Students observe a weekly group lesson, research and prepare repertoire and lesson plans, and evaluate their peers’ teaching. Each student teaches at least one group lesson.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 372  in piano, piano major, or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 374 - Jazz Pedagogy


    A study of the teaching methods and materials in the jazz performance area. Emphasis will be placed on large and small jazz ensemble literature and conducting techniques, jazz improvisation pedagogical techniques, and writing techniques. This course will also address the topic of securing and maintaining employment within the jazz field.

    Prerequisite(s): Open to music majors of junior standing or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 376 - Class Piano Teaching 1


    This course provides an overview of teaching group piano to adult beginners. Students spend the semester observing the teaching of Piano Class 1 (MUS 150 ) and meet weekly with the teacher for discussion and additional instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of MUP 202  or MUP 203 , piano major or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 377 - Class Piano Teaching 2


    This course is the second-semester continuation of Class Piano Teaching I. Students observe the teaching of Piano Class 2 (MUS 151 ) and meet with the teacher weekly for discussion and additional instruction. Students have the opportunity to teach the class under the instructor’s supervision.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 376 . Restricted to piano majors.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 2

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 378 - Practicum in Piano Pedagogy 1


    This course provides practical teaching experience in individual piano instruction. Under the supervision of piano pedagogy faculty, students teach private lessons to three or four child beginners. Students also observe piano lessons given by master teachers and do outside readings and research.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 373 , four semesters of MUP 202  or 203, piano major, or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
  
  • MUS 379 - Practicum in Piano Pedagogy 2


    This course is the second-semester continuation of MUS 378 .

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 378 .
    Co-requisite(s):
    Credits: 3

    Course Typically Offered:
    Course Type: Music
 

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