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course and will include problems in area, volume, arc length and exponential
growth and decay: (Estimation and approximation techniques are considered
throughout the course and include methods for approximating solutions to
equations, methods of numerical integrations, and the use of power series
to approximate functions.) Solutions of these problems will require the use of
graphing calculator and/or Maple software. A TI-83, TI-83+ or TI-86 graphing
calculator is required. Prerequisites: “C” or better in ENG* 101 (recommended)
or concurrent registration in ENG* 101 (acceptable) and “C” or better in MAT*
250. (Fa,Sp) 4 credits
MAT* 268: Calculus III: Multivariable
(formerly MATH 293: Analytic Geometry and Calculus III)
A course in multivariable calculus with analytic geometry for students of
mathematics, science and engineering. Topics include: parametric equations,
two-and three-dimensional vector algebra, vector differential calculus, differentiation
of functions of several variables, multiple integrals, and line and surface
integrals. Applications are considered throughout. Computer software and/or
graphic calculators will be integrated as appropriate throughout the course.
Class: 4 hours per week. Prerequisites: MAT* 256 and “C” or better in ENG*
101. (Fa) 4 credits
MAT* 272: Linear Algebra
(formerly MATH 220: Introduction to Linear Algebra)
A first course in linear algebra for students in mathematics, science and engineering.
Topics include: systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants,
vectors and vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Applications will be considered with emphasis on numerical methods.
Computers and/or graphing calculators will be integrated as appropriate.
Class: 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: MAT* 256 and “C” or better in ENG*
101. (O) 3 credits
MAT* 285: Differential Equations
(formerly MATH 201)
An introductory course in differential equations. Solution methods for differential
equations including selected first order equations, nth-order equations, and
systems of linear equations using matrix techniques, Laplace transforms, and
numerical methods. Series techniques for selected linear differential equations
including Bessel’s equation will be considered. Computer software and/or
graphing calculators will be integrated as appropriate throughout the course.
Recommended for science and engineering students. Class: 4 hours per week.
Prerequisites: MAT* 256 and “C” or better in ENG* 101. (Sp) 4 credits
MAT* 287: Set Theory and Foundations
(formerly MATH 250)
A formal introduction to the basic concepts of modern abstract mathematics.
Topics include: symbolic logic, sets and relations, recursive and inductive procedures,
functions, cardinality, algebraic structures, graph theory, and methods
of proof. Class: 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: MAT* 254 or MAT* 250 and
“C” or better in ENG* 101. (O) 3 credits
Meteorology
MET* 101: Meteorology
(formerly MTEO 110: Introduction to Meteorology)
An introduction to the principles of atmospheric behavior, with emphasis on
atmospheric motion, general circulation, air masses and frontal systems,
clouds and precipitation, and their relation to climate and weather formations.
A field trip to a local weather bureau may be included. Class: 3 hours per
week. (Fa) 3 credits
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Music
MUS* 101: Music History and Appreciation I
(formerly MUS 111: History and Appreciation of Music)
A survey of western music from medieval times through the baroque period,
with an introduction to the concept of sound, melody, rhythm, harmony, texture
and form. Emphasis will be given to major developments in polyphonic music
along with the rise of vocal and instrumental compositions. Class: 3 hours per
week. (Fa) 3 credits
MUS* 102: Music History and Appreciation II
(formerly MUS 112: History and Appreciation of Music II)
A survey of western music from the classical period to modern times with
emphasis given to the major music forms (i.e. symphony, concert, art song,
opera) of composition as well as pieces that have literary or other non-musical
associations. A review of music concepts such as sound, melody, harmony,
rhythm and form. Class: 3 hours per week. (Sp) 3 credits
MUS* 107: Today’s Music
(formerly MUS 113: Today’s Music I: Traditional Folk, Latin, Country, Blues
and Rock)
A music appreciation course that examines the development of American
music from its roots in Anglo, African, Native and Latin American traditions to
the evolved styles of country, blues, folk, rock” n” roll. Emphasis will be given
to the impact of these earlier styles on contemporary practices.. Class: 3 hours
per week. (Fa) 3 credits
MUS* 111: Fundamentals of Music I
(formerly MUS 211: Fundamental of Music)
As a beginning course in the theory of music, students will be introduced to
the skills necessary to read, write and perform music, with basic training in
pitch and emphasis on performance. Recommended: basic piano skills. Class:
3 hours per week. (Fa) 3 credits
MUS 114: Today’s Music II: Gospel, Ragtime, Blues, Jazz
An examination of the development of American music from it’s roots in the
secular and sacred traditions of the late 1800’s and their impact on the pre-jazz
forms of ragtime, brass bands and blues to the jazz forms of swing, bebop,
cool and fusion. Emphasis will be given to the stylistic characteristics of each
form and their impact on current music styles. Class: 3 hours per week (Sp)
3 credits
MUS* 124: Music of the Classical Period
(formerly MUS 251: Music History I: The Classical Period)
A study of Western European music development from the early 18th century
to the early 19th century. Topics will include: an overview of the transitional
pre-classical period and it’s impact on the music and composers of the classical
period, an analysis of the significant musical styles of the period, a
biographical study of the key composers and the impact of the culture on the
music development of the period.. Prerequisite: eligibility for ENG* 101. Highly
recommended: MUS* 101. (Fa) 3 credits
MUS* 148: Beginning Piano
(formerly MUS 215)
Students will be introduced to the piano keyboard and will acquire basic skills
in reading general music notation, music notation related to the piano and an
understanding and application of basic chords. Students will also receive a
foundation in music theory and appreciation. Highly recommended for Music
Option students needing basic piano skills for MUS* 111. Class: 3 hours per
week. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
Next Semester Offered Designations: Fa = Fall, O = Occasional, Sp = Spring, Su = Summer 141
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