3credit hoursApplication of the principles of design, the use of proportionate-sized woody landscape plants, and other practices to produce low-maintenance-cost landscapes. One hour lecture and one four-hour lab.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ABAS 1610 or BIOL 1120/1121. Anatomical features and physiological principles involved in propagating plants from seed and by division, cutting, budding, and grafting. Use of growth regulators and environmental factors. Two hours lecture and one two-hour lab.
3credit hoursThe national and international importance of U.S. agriculture. Emphasis on food production and marketing, land conservation, and agriculture related recreation. Accepted as a natural science elective for education majors. NO CREDIT GIVEN TOWARD A MAJOR IN THE SCHOOL OF AGRIBUSINESS AND AGRISCIENCE.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: PSCI 1030/1031 and BIOL 1030/1031 or approval of instructor. Quality control and sensory evaluation techniques utilized in food processing. Instrumental and physical methods of quality determination of raw and processed food products, hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP), and quality philosophies employed in the industry. Sensory evaluation techniques and statistical analysis of evaluation results covered.
1 to 6credit hoursProblem or problems selected from one of the major disciplines. May involve conferences with instructor, library work, field study and/or laboratory activity. Students can take from one to three credits with a maximum of three per semester.
ABAS 6000 - Research Methods in Agricultural Science
3credit hoursA review of current scientific methods related to experiments in agriculture. Topics include research ethics, welfare of research subjects, literature resources, critical review of scientific literature, experimental design, scientific writing, interpreting data, and data presentation.
ABAS 6040 - Management of Equine Events and Facilities
3credit hoursFundamentals of managing equine and other livestock events and facilities. Emphasis placed on active participation in management of equine events held at MTSU facilities.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Undergraduate animal reproduction course or permission of instructor. Principles of equine reproductive physiology related to management of the stallion, mare, and foal. Topics covered include reproductive anatomy, endocrine regulation of reproduction, molecular mechanisms of hormone action, manipulation of reproductive function, and understanding and implementation of assisted reproductive technology in breeding farm management. Two hours lecture and two-hour laboratory.
3credit hoursIn-depth look at relevant events affecting the equine industry. Interaction with industry leaders provides a unique window to examine the issues affecting the horse industry. Oral and written reports on specific problems presented. Topics will vary depending upon the current issues important to the equine industry.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: ABAS 4440 or 4410 or equivalent undergraduate animal or equine nutrition class; ABAS 3040 or 3430 or equivalent undergraduate horse management class; or consent of the instructor. A class in organic chemistry or biochemistry recommended. A biochemical approach to understanding the nutritional requirements for horses at various life stages, including maintenance, growth, reproduction, performance, age, and clinical support. Feeding management related to nutrient digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Current equine nutrition research and its applications to practical equine management emphasized.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Teaching experience or approval of instructor. Provides agricultural education teachers with intensive training in advanced technologies. A MAXIMUM OF SIX CREDIT HOURS IN EACH DIVISION.
ABAS 6451 - Problems in Agriscience Technology-Animal Science
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Teaching experience or approval of instructor. Provides agricultural education teachers with intensive training in advanced technologies. A MAXIMUM OF SIX CREDIT HOURS IN EACH DIVISION. Animal Science.
ABAS 6452 - Problems in Agriscience Technologies-Plant Science
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Teaching experience or approval of instructor. Provides agricultural education teachers with intensive training in advanced technologies. A MAXIMUM OF SIX CREDIT HOURS IN EACH DIVISION. Plant Science.
ABAS 6453 - Problems in Agriscience Technologies-Agricultural Mechanics
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Teaching experience or approval of instructor. Provides agricultural education teachers with intensive training in advanced technologies. A MAXIMUM OF SIX CREDIT HOURS IN EACH DIVISION. Agricultural Mechanics.
ABAS 6454 - Problems in Agriscience Technologies-Agribusiness
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Teaching experience or approval of instructor. Provides agricultural education teachers with intensive training in advanced technologies. A MAXIMUM OF SIX CREDIT HOURS IN EACH DIVISION. Agribusiness.
ABAS 6455 - Problems in Agriscience Technologies-Forestry and Agricultural Products
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Teaching experience or approval of instructor. Provides agricultural education teachers with intensive training in advanced technologies. A MAXIMUM OF SIX CREDIT HOURS IN EACH DIVISION. Forestry and Agricultural Products.
ANTH 5740 - Law and Politics in Traditional Societies
3credit hoursLaw and methods of social control in primitive societies. Emphasis on the importance of a cross-cultural perspective for understanding Western political behavior.
3credit hoursCross-cultural exploration of religion, including beliefs in the supernatural, the use of ritual in secular and sacred context, and the roles of ceremonial practitioners. Focuses on how people interpret and control their worldviews through religion and ritual.
3credit hours(Same as HIST 5860.) Introduces the disciplines of historical archaeology, including examination of archaeological evidence, historical documentation, and interpretation of evidence.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: 18 hours of anthropology, including ANTH 2010, 3210, 3310, 3410. A critical examination of the major anthropological theories within their historical, cultural, and political context.
1 to 6credit hoursExperience in research through which special interests or needs of the student may be pursued under individual supervision. Arrangements should be made with an instructor prior to registration.
2credit hoursOne hour lesson weekly on one of the various instruments or voice. Offers preparation to entering graduates for the graduate audition. Does not count toward the graduate degree; may be repeated.
2credit hoursSkills and knowledge necessary for playing for church services including hymn and anthem accompaniments, conducting from the console, study of liturgical service music, solo accompaniments, and church music materials.
2credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Experience composing original works in numerous media and styles to develop technique and self-expression. May be repeated.
3credit hoursDevelopment of skills and ability in handling musical materials with goals of some individual style or expression within the framework of current practices. Taken in consecutive order with MUAP 6150 and MUAP 6160.
3credit hoursDevelopment of skills and ability in handling musical materials with goals of some individual style or expression within the framework of current practices. Taken in consecutive order with MUAP 6140 and MUAP 6160.
3credit hoursDevelopment of skills and ability in handling musical materials with goals of some individual style or expression within the framework of current practices. Taken in consecutive order with MUAP 6140 and MUAP 6150. MUAP 6160 may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Completion of MUAP 6682 for the collaborative piano specializations; MUS 6030, MUS 6060, and MUAP 6709 for the conducting specialization; the appropriate courses from among MUAP 6681-MUAP 6688, MUAP 6691-MUAP 6698, and MUAP 6701-MUAP 6708 for the jazz studies and performance specializations; MUAP 6140, MUAP 6150, and MUAP 6160 for the music composition and music composition for contemporary media specializations; and permission of the appropriate music faculty in all specializations. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field and recital preparation until recital completed. Those specializing in collaborative piano may take course three times.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of undergraduate recital. Consult graduate coordinator as to performance area availability. One-hour private lesson per week in the selected performance field. In-depth study of stylistic, technical, and musical problems in music performance and exploration of advanced repertoire in the applied area. Course may be repeated with no limit, but only three hours of credit may be applied toward the degree within the nine-hour private instruction requirement.
1 to 3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Subject matter as well as credit to be determined by the instructor. May be conducted in the area of art, art education, or any art discipline. (A maximum of nine credits may be applied toward a degree.)
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Production of portfolio-based problems with emphasis on advanced design skills related to the specific needs of the workplace. Includes basic collateral problems, ad campaigns, corporate identity, signage, plus a self-promotional package.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Following a portfolio review, each member of the class will devise a project that conceptually and visually addresses his or her design/illustration goals.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of internship coordinator. Advanced students gain practical experience in a professional setting. Approximately 150 work hours required for the semester.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 3530 or permission of instructor. Development of concepts and techniques with primary emphasis on metal sculpture. Experiences include gas and electric welding, fabricating, grinding, finishing, and subordinate use of other sculpture materials.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 5510 or permission of instructor. Development of concepts and techniques with primary emphasis on casting activities in the foundry covering various metal casting techniques and subordinate use of other sculpture materials.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 5520 or permission of instructor. Problems in sculpture acceptable to both student and instructor, selected by the student after consultation with instructor.
1 to 3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Structure and content determined by the Art faculty on the basis of individual need. Student should be prepared to do independent research and experimentation in the area selected. Arrangements must be made prior to registration for acceptance to proper assignment of course credit. (A maximum of nine credits may be applied toward a degree.)
3credit hoursPrerequisite: 12 semester hours of previous drawing credit or permission of instructor. Advanced-level course with the content determined in advance through consultation with the instructor.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Projects in painting; content of the course planned by student under supervision of instructor. Final paper required.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 5720 or permission of instructor. Independent studies course in painting which continues concerns of Painting IV. Final paper required. Six-hour studio course.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 3820 or permission of instructor. Laboratory research and testing of ceramic materials, formulation of glazes and clay bodies, development of a glaze and a clay body.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 3830 or permission of instructor. Studio experiences in design and construction of sculptural clay forms. Forming methods and decorative techniques explored.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 4820/ART 5820 or permission of instructor. Directed individual study of a problem mutually agreed upon by the student and course instructor. Written paper and exhibit required.
3credit hoursWestern visual art movements and trends ca. 1750-ca. 1950, focusing on European painting and sculpture with periodic explorations of non-European and non-Western traditions for perspective.
3credit hoursContemporary Western visual art movements and issues ca. 1945 to present, focusing on American painting and sculpture with periodic explorations of other traditions for perspective.
3credit hoursContent varies. When offered, particular topics addressed are indicated by the course title in the class schedule book. Depending on the nature of the material to be covered, prerequisites may be imposed by the instructor. Can be repeated for up to 9 hours.
3credit hoursInvestigations into art history under the direction of a member of the art history faculty. Topic(s) of investigation must be agreed upon by both student and instructor based on discussions prior to registering for this course. Can be repeated for up to 9 hours.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Permission of department. Historical development, philosophy, purposes, and value of art education that shaped the structures of public and private schooling in art.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Contemporary theories in art and art education with emphasis on implications for visual art curriculum and instruction.
ART 6220 - Problems, Issues, and Trends in Art Education
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Problems, trends, and issues, including diversity, within contemporary art education. Overview of instructional technologies. Examines the teacher/educator as a professional.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Permission of department and completion of ART 6200, ART 6210, and ART 6220. Contemporary research methods in art education with emphasis on teacher as researcher. Successful completion of this course is dependent on successful completion of ART 6240.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Permission of department and completion of ART 6200, ART 6210, and ART 6220. Should be taken simultaneously with ART 6230. Independent research-based course in which the student, with professorial approval, will complete a research project exploring a specific area of interest within art education.
3credit hours(Same as PSY 5060.) Application of the knowledge base of psychology to the human endeavors of athletics. Introduction of behavioral principles, motivational research, personality factors, social/psychological findings, cognitive processes, dysfunctional behavior knowledge, and psychometric assessment procedures for the purpose of enhancing performance.
ATHC 5180 - Coaching Speed and Strength Conditioning for Sports
3credit hoursOrganizing and developing speed and strength conditioning programs for sports. Setting up and supervising proper methods and techniques in running, weight lifting, and conditioning exercise for athletics today.
3credit hoursApplication of basic psychological principles to everyday coaching situations and problems. Designed to improve communication and motivation for players and coaches.
ATHC 5800 - Administration of High School and College Athletics
3credit hoursNational, state, and local policies concerning athletic eligibility, contest management, equipment, awards, finances, budgets, safety, maintenance of facilities, public relations, publicity, and current athletic trends.
ATHT 5960 - Rehabilitation Techniques in Sports Medicine
3credit hoursMethods and techniques in the selection and application. The N.A.T.A. Competencies in Athletic Training will be a guideline for knowledge that each student should obtain. Students will engage in the process of reviewing, analyzing, discussing, and reflecting about athletic training.
ATHT 5965 - Aquatic Exercise and Therapeutic Techniques
3credit hours(Same as EXSC 5965/REC 5965.) Examines the various uses of the aquatic environment to develop, maintain, and improve physical performance with practical development of skills and techniques and aquatic exercise programming. Combines both didactic and laboratory activities in an experiential learning environment.
ATHT 5970 - Therapeutic Modalities in Sports Medicine
3credit hoursMethods and techniques in the application of selected therapeutic modalities and the evaluation of injuries relative to modalities. The N.A.T.A. Competencies in Athletic Training will be a guideline for knowledge that each student should obtain. Reviewing, analyzing, discussing, synthesizing, and reflecting about athletic training.
ATHT 6020 - Somatic Therapy Techniques for Health Care Providers
3credit hours(Same as HLTH 6020.) Examines the concepts, knowledge, theories, and history of somatic therapy. Emphasis on Swedish-Esalen, sports massage, Shiatsu, and connective tissue. Includes advanced rehabilitative and therapeutic modality techniques and combines didactic and some experiential opportunities.