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SOC 3700 Criminal Justice
3 Hours
The study of the institutions that process suspected and convicted criminal offenders, this course focuses on legal codes, courts, police, prisons, and mass-media crime scares. It offers study of the ways in which these institutions shape and are shaped by large-scale inequality.
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SOC 3800 Criminology
3 Hours
The study of motives for and situations conducive to crime, this course reviews major theories of crime and methods for its study. Focus on specific crimes may vary by semester, but the role of inequality in the shaping of crime remains central.
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SOC 3890 Special Topics in Criminology
3 Hours
This course offers focused study of special topics, such as the sociology of prisons, media violence, terrorism, corrections, policing in society, or the relations between deviance and particular forms of inequality.
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SOC 3895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SOC 3900 Special Topics in the Sociology of Culture
3 Hours
This course offers focused study of special topics, such as the culture of terrorism, religion in the media, national identity, the culture of advertising and consumption in America, the culture of sports, globalization, and political culture.
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SOC 3950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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SOC 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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SOC 4800 Senior Research Seminar
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SOC 1010 , MTH 1150 , SOC 2200 , SOC 2250 , at least 12 additional hours in sociology and senior standing.
This is a seminar during which seniors will pursue their own individual research projects. There will be no lectures or exams, but each class will include discussion of the various research topics of interest to students. Each student’s work will culminate in the completion of an empirical research project.
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SOC 4895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SOC 4900 Practicum in Sociology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: Instructor’s consent required.
A specially arranged course designed to give the student practical experience in work settings related to sociology. Students are assigned to an area of interest to them and their work is supervised by a field supervisor and the course supervisor. A minimum of 100 hours in the agency is required. Grading is on a Pass/ Fail basis. Only three hours of practicum may be applied to the minor.
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SOC 4950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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SOC 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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Songwriting |
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SNG 2000 Songwriting Internship Lab
0 Hours
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
This career development course addresses internship expectations, job strategies, and interviewing skills.
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SNG 2100 Seminars, Workshops, Showcases
0 Hours
Program specific sessions intended to demonstrate practical application or explore philosophical and current issues related to the music and entertainment industries. Attendance requirements are stated in the course syllabus. Pass/Fail.
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SNG 2110 Commercial Songwriting I
3 Hours
Prerequisites: MBU 1110 and MUT 1300 OR MUT 1310 and MUT 1330 OR music theory of higher level.
This is the practical application and technique of the working songwriter. Students will study fundamentals of melody, lyrics, “hooks,” points of view, and song logic. Students will also cover solo writing as well as the concept of collaboration.
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SNG 2120 Commercial Songwriting II
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SNG 2110 .
This course is an advanced study of songwriting on demand, cataloging creative works, and developing professional habits as related to the business of songwriting.
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SNG 3000 Songwriting Internship
1-6 Hours
Prerequisites: MBU 2000 , MBU 3450 , junior standing, a minimum of 20 Belmont cumulative GPA.
This formal career education experience enables students to intern at entertainment business organizations for a selected period of time. Pass/Fail. May be repeated up to a maximum of 6 credit hours.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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SNG 3110 Songwriter Practicum
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SNG 2110 Commercial Songwriting I .
The development of an individual’s unique songwriting “voice” is encouraged while demo production occurs and the study of the songwriting business continues. Groups will be genre specific - pop, country, show tunes, hip-hop, Christian, jazz, etc. Internships at song-publishing companies on Music Row are encouraged.
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SNG 3120 Lyric Writing
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SNG 2120 Commercial Songwriting II .
A study of lyric writing. Historical masters of composition and lyric writing will be analyzed. Students will learn title/concept development and write lyrics based on selected readings.
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SNG 3895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SNG 3950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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SNG 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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SNG 4015 Songwriting Senior Capstone
1 Hours
Prerequisites: Junior Cornerstone Seminar and ENG 3010 Third-Year Writing .
This course is a culminating experience in the major, which also addresses the goals for the Senior Capstone as defined in the course description for GND 4015. These goals include reflection on the students’ whole educational experiences and on their transition from the university setting to post-graduation.
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SNG 4110 Song Writer Mentorship
1 Hours
Prerequisites: SNG 3110 and Songwriting program coordinator approval.
Individualized study with an assigned mentor for students seeking the professional collaborative experience. Application required. Must be submitted one semester prior to mentorship. May be repeated for a total of 2 credit hours.
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SNG 4895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SNG 4950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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SNG 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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Spanish |
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SPA 1010 Elementary Spanish I
4 Hours
Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, reading, and composition. $45.00 course fee.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 1020 Elementary Spanish II
4 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 1010 or equivalent.
Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, reading, and composition. $45.00 course fee.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 1060 Accelerated Elementary Spanish
6 Hours
Prerequisites: 2-3 years of high school Spanish or permission of the instructor.
Intensive Spanish language study that, in one semester, covers the equivalent of first-year Spanish. This course counts as two courses for humanities core credit.
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SPA 1895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPA 1950 Study Abroad: Elementary Spanish
1-18 Hours
Study of Spanish at the beginning level of Spanish culture in a spanish-speaking country.
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SPA 1990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 2010 Intermediate Spanish I
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 1020 , SPA 1060 or equivalent.
Students who have completed at least three years of high school Spanish are encouraged to begin with SPA 2010. Speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish, with a structured approach to the language and to building vocabulary. $45.00 course fee.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 2020 Intermediate Spanish II
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 2010 or equivalent.
Students who have completed at least three years of high school Spanish are encouraged to begin with SPA 2010 . Speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish, with a structured approach to the language and to building vocabulary. $45.00 course fee.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 2060 Accelerated Intermediate Spanish
6 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 1020 , SPA 1060 or permission of the instructor Intensive intermediate.
Spanish language study that, in one semester, covers the equivalent of second-year Spanish. This course counts as two courses for humanities core credit.
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SPA 2895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPA 2950 Study Abroad: Intermediate Spanish
1-18 Hours
Study of Spanish at the intermediate level and of Spanish culture in a spanish-speaking country. Individual titles may be assigned; course may be repeated with different topics.
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SPA 2990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3100 Advanced Spanish I
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 2020 , SPA 2060 or equivalent.
Extensive practice in oral and written expression. $45.00 course fee.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3110 Advanced Spanish II
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 3100 .
Extensive practice in oral and written expression. $45.00 course fee.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3200 Civilization of Spain
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 2020 or equivalent.
The study of the history and culture of Spain.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3210 Survey of Spanish Literature
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 2020 or equivalent Recommended SPA 3200 .
A survey of Spanish literature.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3300 Civilization of Hispanic America
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 2020 or equivalent.
The study of the history and culture of Hispanic America from its early beginnings to modern time.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3310 Survey of Hispanic American Literature
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 2020 or equivalent Recommended SPA 3300 .
A survey of Spanish American literature from the colonial period to the present.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3500 Advanced Hispanic Literature
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 3110 Advanced Spanish II .
Study of specific period, movements, themes, and/or authors in Spanish or Spanish-American literature. Topics are determined for each offering. This course may be repeated for credit as content of course changes.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3600 Special Topics in Spanish
variable credit Hours
Prerequisites: SPA 3110 Advanced Spanish II .
Advanced study of language, culture, or history of Spain and/or Spanish America. This course may be repeated for credit as content of course changes.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 3895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPA 3950 Study Abroad: Advanced Spanish Special Topics
1-18 Hours
Study of Spanish at the advanced level in a Spanish-speaking country; individual titles assigned reflecting specific focus of study. Individual titles may be assigned. Repeatable up to 24 hours of credit.
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SPA 3980 Peer Tutor
0-3. Hours
Prerequisites: is SPA 2020 or equivalent and permission of the instructor.
Arranged on an individual basis, this course introduces students to the teaching and / or tutoring of foreign languages. Students work closely with a faculty mentor and students in a classroom or tutoring setting. May count toward the Major or Minor in the corresponding language. Does not fulfill General Education Core Humanities requirements. Does fulfill BELL Core EL requirements and counts toward the Engaged Scholars Peer Tutoring category.
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SPA 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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SPA 4895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPA 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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Sports Administration |
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SAM 2010 Introduction to Sport Administration
3 Hours
Introduction to the multiple facets of the sport industry. The knowledge gained in this course will provide a foundation for the future study of the industry.
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SAM 2020 Sport in Society
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SAM 2010
This course explores the contemporary issues in sport and the impact sport has on society. Topics that will be critically analyzed include children and sport, sport and education, gender and racial issues, and deviance in sports.
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SAM 3100 Legal Aspects of Sport
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SAM 2010 .
Introduction to important legal aspects when managing sport. The course examines common legal concepts in addition to case studies to learn from the experiences of various sport organizations in managing legal issues.
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SAM 3210 Principles of Sport Finance
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SAM 2010 .
This course examines the financial and accounting principles and practices and their application in for-profit and nonprofit sport organizations. Topics include revenue and expenses, issues impacting revenue and expenses, budgeting methods, economic impact, and methods of funding for-profit and nonprofit sport organizations and programs.
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SAM 3400 Sport Leadership
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SAM 2010 .
Focuses upon the leadership, legal, and governance elements of sport organizations. Topics covered in the course include leadership theory, ethical decision-making, human resource management, policy development, and budget planning.
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SAM 4000 Sport Administration Internship
3 Hours
Prerequisites: Permission of the Program Director.
This course allows students opportunities to experience real-life sports management situations “in the field.” Internships are cooperatively sponsored by participating partners. The course approach and content can be designed to match the needs of the sponsor with the desires of the student, as the student gets hands-on opportunities to participate in the practical application of the sports management concepts and principles studied in the classroom. Normally taken during senior year.
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SAM 4030 Sport Administration Capstone
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SAM 2010 .
This course allows students to critically reflect on their progression through the program and coursework to this point as well as completely prepare them for professional placement in the industry. Must be taken during senior year.
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Sports Medicine |
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SPM 1895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPM 1990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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SPM 2350 Prevention and Treatment of Injury
3 Hours
Designed to help students recognize and control injury risk factors through an introduction to the public health approach to injury prevention. Additionally, it includes skills training for certification in CPR, AED, and first aid to provide immediate and temporary care in the event of an injury or sudden illness. There will be a fee for this course to cover certification cards.
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SPM 2895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPM 2990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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SPM 3750 Sport Medicine I
3 Hours
Prerequisites: BIO 2230 .
The course consists of providing the student with the knowledge and technical skills to work with the prevention, management and rehabilitation of athletic and sports injuries.
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SPM 3800 Sport Medicine II
3 Hours
Prerequisites: SPM 3750 .
This course is a complimentary course to SPM 3750 Sport Medicine I . Advanced athletic training techniques are taught along with practical experience in recognizing and treating sports injuries.
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SPM 3850 Therapeutic Modalities
3 Hours
This course consists of an advanced and in-depth study of the use of hydrotherapeutic, manual, and electrotherapeutic modalities in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
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SPM 3895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPM 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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SPM 4000 Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries
3 Hours
The course will be an elective for the athletic training minor. The course consists of the principles of planning and implementation of rehabilitation programs for injured athletes. An emphasis is placed on the application of contemporary therapeutic exercise techniques.
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SPM 4010 Clinical Rotation in Sports Medicine
1 Hours
The senior-level course is designed for the student to work in a variety of sports medicine laboratory settings. The student will observe an arthroscopic surgery, in addition to spending clinical hours with medical professionals and nationally-certified athletic trainers.
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SPM 4050 Practicum in Sports Medicine
3 Hours
Directed practicum in the professions of athletic training and sports medicine under the supervision of licensed and / or National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification Certified Athletic Trainers.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practicum).
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SPM 4895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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SPM 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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Strength and Conditioning |
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STR 3010 Scientific Principles of Strength & Conditioning
3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to provide theoretical and practical knowledge of the muscular, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, endocrine, and respiratory systems as they relate to strength and conditioning. Furthermore, nutritional factors, performance enhancing substances, and key concepts of sport psychology will be discussed.
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STR 3020 Strength & Conditioning Technique, Program Design, and Exercise Prescription
3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to provide sound knowledge of exercise technique, program design, and testing and evaluation as it relates to strength and conditioning. Additionally, organization and administration will be covered to include facility organization and risk management, and also develop policies and procedures as it relates to facility management.
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STR 4010 Exercise for Special Populations
3 Hours
This course will address exercise as it relates to special populations. Anatomical and physiological considerations as well as safe and effective exercise prescriptions, and health and fitness recommendations for a variety of special populations (obese, cardiovascular, metabolic, and respiratory related illnesses) will be covered.
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STR 4020 Advanced Topics in Strength & Conditioning
3 Hours
This senior level course will focus on reading and critically evaluating research pertinent to Strength & Conditioning. Peer-reviewing journal articles from NSCA’s Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research and the Strength & Conditioning Journal will be utilized.
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STR 4110 Optimizing Human Performance
3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to provide practical knowledge to develop mobility, enhanced movement, posture, and recovery between training sessions, while improving human performance and quality of life.
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STR 4120 Principles of Movement
3 Hours
This course will enable students to concentrate on body weight exercises as it relates to conditioning and fitness. Students will also understand authentic movement, and how the brain and body create and learn movement patterns. Students will also learn how to assess and develop strategies to correct movement deficiencies.
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STR 4510 Practicum in Strength & Conditioning I
3 Hours
This course is designed to give students practical work experience in a strength and conditioning setting. The student is to augment classroom instruction with practical application of theory and concepts.
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STR 4520 Practicum in Strength & Conditioning II
3 Hours
This course is designed to give students practical work experience in a strength and conditioning setting. The student is to augment classroom instruction with practical application of theory and concepts.
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Studies Abroad Music |
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MUS 1950 Music Studies Abroad
1-16 Hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Includes music studies abroad in Germany, Russia, Italy and France. For two-semester study abroad, an audition is also required.
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MUS 2950 Music Studies Abroad
1-16 Hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Includes music studies abroad in Germany, Russia, Italy and France. For two-semester study abroad, an audition is also required.
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MUS 3950 Music Studies Abroad
1-16 Hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Includes music studies abroad in Germany, Russia, Italy and France. For two-semester study abroad, an audition is also required.
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MUS 4950 Music Studies Abroad
1-16 Hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Includes music studies abroad in Germany, Russia, Italy and France. For two-semester study abroad, an audition is also required.
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Theatre and Drama |
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TDR 1120 Fundamentals of Production Design
3 Hours
Designed to introduce students to the basic elements of technical production and design. Emphasis upon the areas of scenery, lighting, costume, and make-up.
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TDR 1310 Performance and Production Lab
3 Hours
Open to all students of the university and sponsored by the Belmont Little Theatre, this lab produces a season of shows open to the campus and Nashville community while serving as the performance-production studio for theatre majors and minors. Theatre majors must enroll in the lab 8 semesters. Minors must enroll a minimum of 3 semesters.
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TDR 1320 Performance and Production Lab
3 Hours
Open to all students of the university and sponsored by the Belmont Little Theatre, this lab produces a season of shows open to the campus and Nashville community while serving as the performance-production studio for theatre majors and minors. Theatre majors must enroll in the lab 8 semesters. Minors must enroll a minimum of 3 semesters.
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TDR 1500 Proficiency Review I
0 Hours
During the second semester of enrollment, theatre and drama majors must demonstrate comprehension of the following: the chronological progression of the heritage of theatre, the basic components of the theatrical performance and production process. Students must also present a memorized, 3-minute monologue performed for an audience of faculty and student peers.
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TDR 1950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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TDR 1990 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
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TDR 2000 The Film Experience
3 Hours
An introduction to the art form of film. The course will focus on the cinematic arts through the various collaborative elements and the artists that create these elements. Course content will provide students with a conceptual framework and vocabulary that will enhance their ability to evaluate and analyze film.
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TDR 2010 Basic Acting for Non-Majors
3 Hours
Introduces student actors to contemporary approaches to stage performance. Emphasis on physical preparation, conceptual framework, and actor’s vocabulary leading towards characterization and role development. Designed specifically for non-majors who are interested in performance studies.
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TDR 2050 Basic Acting for Musical Theater
2 Hours
Introduces student actors to contemporary approaches to stage performance. Emphasis on physical preparation, conceptual framework, and actor’s vocabulary leading towards characterization and role development in the context of musical theatre performance.
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TDR 2080 Acting I
3 Hours
Introduces student actors to contemporary approaches to stage performance. Emphasis on physical preparation, conceptual framework, and actor’s vocabulary leading towards characterization and role development.
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TDR 2100 Stage Voice and Diction I
3 Hours
Provides instruction in vocal and speech technique expected of stage and screen actors. Emphasis is placed upon developing the physical properties of the voice along with the articulatory skills required for speaking Standard American English.
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TDR 2110 Theatre Workshop
2 Hours
A series of performance and production workshops designed to enhance students’ stage expertise. Workshop topics include, but are not limited to, training in the following: audition techniques; stage dialects; period styles; on-camera performance; theatrical design; arts management. Pass/Fail. May be repeated with change of topic.
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TDR 2120 Sophomore Audition/Portfolio Seminar
1 Hours
Prerequisites: TDR 2800 The Theatre Experience .
Focus on basic audition preparation, portfolio development, and resume techniques.
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