3credit hoursIdentifies and defines leadership, as well as identifies styles and roles of leadership. Explores development techniques and skills required in working in and with organizations through reading, observing, applying, creating, and evaluating leadership.
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.
1credit hoursSeminar presentations target current issues and research advances in agricultural science and production. Presenters include faculty, graduate students, and outside speakers. Active participation in topic discussions emphasized. May be repeated. S/U grading.
2credit 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.
ABAS 6250 - Coaching and Teaching for Equine Competition
3credit hoursTeaching and coaching successful teams for college or youth equestrian and judging competitions. Utilizes current philosophies of teaching and coaching based on fundamental psychology of personalities and learning. Practice and assisting with teaching and coaching of youth and college teams will be required.
3credit hoursA 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 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.
1 to 6credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of 24 semester hours at the master’s level. Practical experience gained while working with an equine-related program emphasizing hands-on involvement. Students will develop, implement, and conclude an applied project in consultation with a faculty member and approved by their committee. S/U grading.
3credit hoursReview and evaluation of current research in equine exercise science; physiologic, metabolic, and mental adaptation to athletic training; bioenergetics of muscle metabolism; nutrition of performance horses; management and training approaches to improve performance and delay fatigue in equine athletes.
1 to 6credit hoursPrerequisite: Completion of 24 hours of graduate-level course work. The completion of selected research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and preparation of the thesis. S/U grading.
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.
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.) Three-six hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
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.) Three-six hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Projects in painting; content of the course planned by student under supervision of instructor. Final paper required. Six-hour studio course.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 5710 or permission of instructor. Independent studies course in painting which continues concerns of Painting IV. Six-hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: ART 3830 or permission of instructor. Studio experiences in design and construction of sculptural clay forms. Forming methods and decorative techniques explored. Six-hour studio course.
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. Six-hour studio course.
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.
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. 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.
ALSI 7010 - Cognitive Learning Theory and Student Achievement
3credit hoursProvides thorough knowledge base in research on ties between instructional practices and students’ learning and achievement. Examines cognitive learning theory from learner perspective and draws on newest research on the best classroom and school cultures to support student learning and achievement.
ALSI 7020 - Implementing a Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum
3credit hoursExamines research on importance of a guaranteed and viable curriculum tied to state and national standards as well as the skills needed by school leaders to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate this type of curriculum.
3credit hoursExamines research base of instructional practices proven to have direct, positive correlation with improved student achievement. Links this research base to national initiatives and teacher evaluation models aimed at improving teaching experience. Equips students with skills to promote adult learning.
ALSI 7040 - Teacher Observation, Evaluation, and Improvement
3credit hoursFocuses on providing students with in-depth knowledge about research behind the concepts of teacher observation, evaluation, and improvement methods as well as applied skills in implementing these evaluative methods, with an emphasis on using these methods to improve instructional practice and ultimately student achievement.
ALSI 7050 - Application and Research Seminar: Student Learning
1credit hoursProvides students with structure and format for reflective practice regarding student learning, including application of research knowledge base to challenges faced in K-12 educational settings.
3credit hoursFocuses on assessment vocabulary and practices prevalent in North America and Tennessee. Appropriate use and interpretation of various types of formative and summative assessments, both norm-based and criterion-referenced.
3credit hoursEngages students in comprehensive study of conceptual and applied aspects of assessment with a focus on the role of assessment in improving student learning. Students will focus on specific skills in developing and using assessment to influence student achievement and school improvement.
ALSI 7230 - Formative Assessments and Improved Student Learning
3credit hoursEmphasizes the development and use of collaboratively developed, common, formative assessments for improving student achievement. Examines both the research basis behind and applications for developing multiple kinds of formative assessments and for collaboratively analyzing their results.
ALSI 7240 - Data Analysis, Learning, and School Improvement
3credit hoursProvides students with a deep understanding of the interplay between and the connection of multiple assessment tools, data analysis, improved student learning, and school and district improvement with an emphasis on linking student achievement data to decision-making for improving student learning at every level.
ALSI 7250 - Application and Research Seminar: Assessing Student Learning
1credit hoursProvides students with structure and format for reflective practice regarding the assessment of student learning, including application of research knowledge base to challenges faced in K-12 educational settings.
ALSI 7410 - Highly Effective Schools and School Districts
3credit hoursExamines the research base related to the cultures and practices that characterize highly effective schools and school districts. Stresses the process skills educational leaders need to be change agents and to apply research findings to specific educational settings with an emphasis on developing consensus for substantive change.
ALSI 7420 - Schools as Professional Learning Communities
3credit hoursExamines the research base related to professional learning communities and their link to greater student learning and school improvement. Focuses on skills required for successful implementation of professional learning community concepts and practices at all levels to create a culture of continuous improvement.
ALSI 7430 - Collaborative Teaming and Effective Schools
3credit hoursProvides students with the importance of collaborative teaming in order to impact student learning and implementing the best instructional practices.
ALSI 7440 - Improving Student Achievement in Core Academic Areas and Sub-Groups: Best Practices
3credit hoursExamines the research base on best practices as well as applications for improving student achievement in specific core curricular areas (emphasis on math and literacy) and among specific subgroups (emphasis on children with disabilities, children of poverty, and children whose primary language is not English). Applies this knowledge base to designing timely, directive, and specific systems of intervention.
ALSI 7450 - Application and Research Seminar: Research-Based School Improvement
1credit hoursProvides students with structure and format for reflective practice regarding research-based school improvement, including application of research knowledge base to challenges faced in K-12 educational settings.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: One undergraduate statistics course or permission of instructor. Provides students with knowledge and skills needed to understand, interpret, and apply appropriate statistical methodologies and concepts to the educational settings. A survey course for basic statistical methods, including descriptive statistics, confidence intervals, sampling, distribution, Central Limit Theorem, logic and procedure of hypothesis testing, z-tests and t-tests of means and proportions, chi-square tests, correlation and simple regression, and one-way ANOVA. Statistical software packages such as SPSS and SAS will be utilized for data analysis. Prerequisite for ALSI 7620 and ALSI 7630.
3credit hoursProvides candidates with a thorough understanding of cognitive learning theory in order to inform best instructional practices on behalf of diverse learners. Framed by a collaborative team approach within a school community.
ALSI 7620 - Advanced Quantitative Research Methodologies
3credit hoursPrerequisites: ALSI 7600 and ALSI 7610. Provides students with advanced quantitative research methodologies that can be applied in an educational setting. tTopics include power and effect size, ANOVA (One-Way Analysis of variance, Two-Way Analysis of Variance), MANOVA (Multivariate Analysis of Variance), ANCOVA (Analysis of Covariance), Factor Analysis, Multiple Regression, Logistic Regression, and ranking or Non-Parametric tests. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) will be used. The course will include the study of the methodologies used in growth models.
ALSI 7630 - Advanced Qualitative Research for School Improvement
3credit hoursPrerequisites: ALSI 7600 and ALSI 7610. Provides students with advanced qualitative research methodologies that can be applied in an educational setting. Course content focuses on conceptual issues, ordering, framing inquiry, applying appropriate approach and design, selecting and collecting data, approach-specific analysis, interpretation of data, and reporting procedures. Course tasks provide opportunities to develop skills in qualitative coding, bracketing, restorying, descriptive culture sharing, and cross-case theming.
1-6credit hoursSelection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and composition of the dissertation. Once enrolled, students must register in at least one credit hour of dissertation research each semester until complete. Open only to students who are in the Assessment, Learning, and school Improvement Doctor of Education degree program. S/U grading.
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.