Jun 26, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Fashion Design

  
  • FSD 3410 Advanced Fashion Technologies


    Prerequisites: FSD 2307  and FSD 2315  

    Students will be introduced to the latest technology innovations.  Topics will include computerized pattern drafting, grading, marker making, and 3D virtual prototyping.
     

  
  • FSD 3430 Accessory Design


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 2306, FSD 2315 and FSD 3491

    Students will learn history, materials, design, and construction of various accessories as well as an overview of the fashion accessories industry through research, in-class sketch/design studio, construction, and presentation.

  
  • FSD 3461 Computer-Aided Fashion Design


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 2490

    Students develop their computer-aided design skills utilizing Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Degree specific projects will be assigned.

  
  • FSD 4015 Senior Capstone in Fashion


    1 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 4472  

    Culmination of the BELL Core, taken in the final year of the Fashion degree programs.  Investigation of intersections of fashion and general studies.  Students will reflect on both their personal and professional development and the impact that BELL core had on rounding out their education, and provide evidence of their preparation to enter their chosen career field as an individual from the creation of their digital portfolios, website, and internship experiences.

  
  • FSD 4211 Fashion Portfolio Development


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 3201

    Emphasis will be placed on the development of the student’s personal style and creating an online portfolio. A study of business etiquette, communication techniques, and professional skills will also be discussed to prepare students for interviewing and networking in the industry.

     

  
  • FSD 4225 Merchandise Simulation


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 3220

    Advanced course designed to create a simulation environment. Students will take concepts learned from Retail Buying, Merchandise Planning I and II, and Retail Management, and apply them to business scenarios using design thinking to solve problems.

  
  • FSD 4270 Fashion Internship


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: A minimum of 80 credit hours completed toward degree and approval of the chair.

    The goal of the internship program is to establish a link between business and education. Students will complete 180 hours and apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom to a professional environment. In addition, they will gain experience working directly with and under the supervision of a design or merchandising professional in a business environment, network with the industry to establish contacts, and learn the importance of developing business communication skills within a professional environment.
     

  
  • FSD 4350 Fashion Technical Design


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 3461  

    The role of the technical designer is explored. This course focuses on writing development packages for manufacturing with emphasis on offshore production using Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, and Excel. The course includes specification writing, design product evaluation, quality control, and basic fit and garment construction issues.

  
  • FSD 4441 Visual Merchandising


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 3201

    Students are introduced to the fundamental techniques and design concepts of product presentation in retail department and specialty stores, trade shows, and fashion events. Students will be able to demonstrate their mastery of concepts through the completion of assigned projects.

     

  
  • FSD 4463 Computerized Pattern Drafting


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 2307

    Students will use skills learned in their construction and flat pattern courses using pattern drafting software. A wide variety of tools will be explored as students develop the technical skills necessary to draft and plot design patterns. Manual grading will also be incorporated into the course curriculum.

  
  • FSD 4472 Fashion Design Studio III


    6 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 3300  and approval of the chair.

    The capstone course will test students’ ability to solve a problem using design-thinking strategies, and competency of their chosen field of study. The project has to demonstrate the full breadth of the knowledge and skills acquired in the design or merchandising degree program. Throughout the semester mentors who are industry professionals and the instructor will be reviewing the students’ progress and providing feedback and guidance. Students will further develop their concept in FSM 4473 .

  
  • FSD 4473 Fashion Design Studio IV


    6 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 4472  

    A continuation of the seniors’ design projects.  Students are required to communicate their ideas through a full range of written, verbal and technological skills. Execute decisions through research, critical thinking and analysis. Produce advanced work that meets professional standards, and demonstrate an understanding of how the areas of design and business are intertwined. Senior design projects will be juried by a panel of industry professionals, the course instructor and the chair of the department.

  
  • FSD 4492 Fashion Illustration III


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 2440  

    Emphasis is placed on advanced development of personal style through an examination of content, materials and techniques. Students engage in the illustrative process from concept to completion as they enhance their illustration portfolio in manual and digital form.

  
  • FSD 4550 Apparel Manufacturing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 4350  

    Analysis of apparel manufacturing processes related to product development, production planning, quality assurance, and sourcing.


Fashion Merchandising

  
  • FSM 1314 Flat Pattern Design I


    3 Hours

    A basic course with an emphasis on pattern drafting skills focusing on the upper body while developing a series of bodice, torso, collar, and sleeve patterns to be critiqued for neatness and precision in drafting, truing, and cutting. Students will also be involved with the annual Fashion Show.

  
  • FSM 1400 Introduction to Fashion


    3 Hours

    An overview of the fashion industry’s structure and functions, operations, practices, and career opportunities. The interrelationships between the consumer and the primary, secondary, retailing, and auxiliary segments of the fashion industry will also be explored.

  
  • FSM 1420 Evolution of Fashion I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1400  

    The sociological, political, economic, and technological forces will be explored to demonstrate how they have shaped the evolution of dress, and will be a chronological study and research of historic costume from the origin of clothing beginning in the Mesopotamian Civilization through the 19th century.

  
  • FSM 1430 Evolution of Fashion II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1420  

    Evolution of Fashion II will be a continuation of the discussion where sociological, political, economic, and technological forces will be explored to demonstrate how the history of costume has influenced the 20th and 21st centuries.

  
  • FSM 1430 Evolution of Fashion II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1420  

    Evolution of Fashion II will be a continuation of the discussion where sociological, political, economic, and technological forces will be explored to demonstrate how the history of costume has influenced the 20th and 21st centuries.
     

  
  • FSM 1440 Fashion Illustration I


    3 Hours

    An introduction to fashion design and illustration. The basics of drawing the fashion figure, proportion, rendering fabrics, and flat sketching will be emphasized during the course of the semester.

  
  • FSM 2100 Fashion Forecasting


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1400  

    Color analysis and 2D fundamentals are discussed and executed in experiential projects within the course Fashion Forecasting.  In addition, the topics of color and 2D fundamentals are intertwined in the discussion of predicting color, fabrics, and styles/trends in the field of fashion.  Students create extensive 2 visual boards throughout the course.  

  
  • FSM 2200 Fashion Textiles


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1400  

    A course devoted to the study of fibers (natural and man-made), yarns, and fabric construction. Students will investigate fiber performance, aesthetics, and suitability for a variety of applications. Fibers and fabrics will be tested and evaluated in an experiential learning environment.

     

  
  • FSM 2306 Clothing Construction I


    3 Hours

    A fundamental course involving the completion of a variety of garments from commercial patterns focusing on fabric, fit, and master of basic techniques in construction. Discussion will also encompass an introduction to terminology, design elements and principles.

  
  • FSM 2307 Clothing Construction II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 2306   Prerequisites/Corequisites: Students will advance their understanding in the area of patterning and construction of garments.  Emphasis will be placed on the details of construction and the manipulation of pattern pieces for the human figure. 

  
  • FSM 2307 Clothing Construction II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 1314  

    Students will advance their understanding in the area of patterning and construction of garments.  Emphasis will be placed on the details of construction and the manipulation of pattern pieces for the human figure. 

  
  • FSM 2410 Fashion Technology I


    3 Hours

    An introduction to the software programs that will be used in the fashion program, and currently utilized in the fashion industry. Software programs will include, but not limited to Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.

  
  • FSM 2420 Fashion Technology II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 2410  

    Students will advance their technology skills in software programs that include Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. They will also be introduced to additional programs used in the fashion industry. Cross Listed with FSD 2420

  
  • FSM 2440 Fashion Illustration II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1440  

    Students develop a personal sketching style in manual and digital form using a variety of artistic mediums and techniques. Focus is on rendering, color, fabrics, textures, patterns, and construction details.

  
  • FSM 3000 Fashion Entrepreneurship


    3 Hours

    This course focuses on understanding the process of creativity and opportunity recognition and introduces students to the entrepreneurship process. Students will create an elevator pitch to present and evaluate their model to others. Students will also acquire an understanding of business ethics and social responsibility in business creation.

  
  • FSM 3200 Merchandising Retail Buying I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1400  

    An introduction to the role of a retail buyer including their duties, the support structure and their position within an organization or as a small business owner. Topics include the retail environment and how they make buying and purchasing decisions. Introduction to basic retail math and excel spreadsheets utilized in the buying world.

  
  • FSM 3201 Merchandise Planning I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3200  

    Students will concentrate on the analysis aspect of the business, and how decisions affect the bottom-line profit. Emphasis will be placed on Excel spreadsheets and retail math concepts, formulas and analysis. Financial concepts include: productivity elements, markup equations, open to buy control, profitability and inventory management.

  
  • FSM 3220 Fashion Retail Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSD 1400  

    Students will be introduced to the world of retailing from a managerial viewpoint. Studies will include the elements that comprise the retail mix, types of retailers, multichannel retailing, consumer buying behavior, retail marketing strategies, selecting retail site locations, supply chain management, merchandising, pricing, store management, store layout & design and customer service.

  
  • FSM 3231 Merchandise Planning II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3201  

    Advanced Excel concepts will be covered that include VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables. Students will strengthen their understanding of the many financial components that affect the bottom-line of a business. Continued discussion and emphasis will be placed on productivity elements, markup equations, open to buy control, profitability and inventory management.

  
  • FSM 3300 Marketing Fashion Brands


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 1400  

    Students will define fashion marketing and how it works.  Build a fashion marketing strategy and learn how to focus the marketing mix on the fashion consumer, and communicating the value through promotion within an evolving industry and consumer shopping behaviors.  

  
  • FSM 3461 Computer-Aided Fashion Design


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3201

    Students further develop their computer-aided design skills utilizing Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Degree specific projects will be assigned.

  
  • FSM 4015 Senior Capstone in Fashion


    1 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 4472  

    Culmination of the BELL Core, taken in the final year of the Fashion degree programs.  Investigation of intersections of fashion and general studies.  Students will reflect on both their personal and professional development and the impact that BELL core had on rounding out their education, and provide evidence of their preparation to enter their chosen career field as an individual from the creation of their digital portfolios, website, and internship experiences.

  
  • FSM 4211 Fashion Portfolio Development


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3201  

    Emphasis will be placed on the development of the student’s personal style and creating an online portfolio. A study of business etiquette, communication techniques, and professional skills will also be discussed to prepare students for interviewing and networking in the industry.

  
  • FSM 4225 Merchandise Simulation


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3200 , FSM 3201 , FSM 3220  and FSM 3231  

    Advanced course designed to create a simulation environment. Students will take concepts learned from Retail Buying, Merchandise Planning I and II, and Retail Management, and apply them to business scenarios using design thinking to solve problems.

  
  • FSM 4270 Fashion Internship I


    1-6 Hours

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: A minimum of 80 credit hours completed toward degree and approval of the chair.

    The goal of the internship program is to establish a link between business and education. Students will complete 180 hours and apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom to a professional environment. In addition, they will gain experience working directly with and under the supervision of a design or merchandising professional in a business environment, network with the industry to establish contacts, and learn the importance of developing business communication skills within a professional environment.

  
  • FSM 4350 Fashion Technical Design


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3461  

    The role of the technical designer is explored. This course focuses on writing development packages for manufacturing with emphasis on offshore production using Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, and Excel. The course includes specification writing, design product evaluation, quality control, and basic fit and garment construction issues.

  
  • FSM 4441 Visual Merchandising


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3201  

    Students are introduced to the fundamental techniques and design concepts of product presentation in retail department and specialty stores, trade shows, and fashion events. Students will be able to demonstrate their mastery of concepts through the completion of assigned projects.

  
  • FSM 4472 Merchandising Seminar I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 3300 , and approval of the chair

    The course will test students’ ability to solve a problem using design-thinking strategies, and competency of their chosen field of study. The project has to demonstrate the full breadth of the knowledge and skills acquired in the merchandising degree program. Students will further develop their concept in FSM 4473  .

  
  • FSM 4473 Merchandising Seminar II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 4472  

    A continuation of a senior’s final merchandising project that is a culmination of theknowledge and skills acquired in the program.  Students are required to communicate their ideas through a full range of written, verbal and technological skills. Execute decisions through research, critical thinking and analysis. Produce advanced work that meets professional standards, and demonstrate an understanding of how the areas of design and business are intertwined. Projects will be juried by a panel of industry professionals, the course instructor and the chair of the department.

  
  • FSM 4550 Apparel Manufacturing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FSM 4350  

    Analysis of apparel manufacturing processes related to product development, production planning, quality assurance, and sourcing.


Finance

  
  • FIN 1510 Personal Money Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: Any math course 1000 level or higher

    This course examines the relationship of the consumer to the economy and covers topics such as: markets and prices, money management, home mortgages, family transportation, estate planning, insurance investments, savings and taxes. The course may not be used to satisfy the B.B.A. core requirement or toward the Finance concentration.

  
  • FIN 1895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 1990 Independent Study


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 2895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 2990 Independent Study


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 3010 Investments Laboratory


    1 Hours

    A one semester hour laboratory experience with actual equity investments. Students will manage a restricted stock portfolio, namely the Bruin Fund. Classes do not count toward Finance major requirements.

  
  • FIN 3020 Investments Laboratory


    1 Hours

    A one semester hour laboratory experience with actual equity investments. Students will manage a restricted stock portfolio, namely the Bruin Fund. Classes do not count toward Finance major requirements.

  
  • FIN 3030 Investments Laboratory


    1 Hours

    A one semester hour laboratory experience with actual equity investments. Students will manage a restricted stock portfolio, namely the Bruin Fund. Classes do not count toward Finance major requirements.

  
  • FIN 3210 Business Finance


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: ACC 2410  or ACC 2430  or ACC 2440 . Prerequisites/Corequisites: MTH 1150 .

    This course contains an overview of basic financial concepts, tools and techniques used by financial managers of public corporations: financial instrument and project evaluation, sources of funding and strategic financial decisions.

  
  • FIN 3330 Financial Institutions Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FIN 3210  

    This course focuses on managing risk and return in financial institutions. The interest rate, credit, liquidity, foreign exchange and equity risks of financial intermediaries such as commercial banks, savings banks, investment banks and insurance companies are identified and tools and techniques used to control these risks are explored.

  
  • FIN 3460 Investment Portfolio Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FIN 3210  

    This course provides students with a practical, “hands-on” learning opportunity in managing an investment portfolio. Utilizing a quantitative and qualitative discipline of equity analysis, students are able to learn and understand some of the criteria that Wall Street professionals use to derive intrinsic values and earnings growth rates of common stocks. In addition, this course offers an overview of the financial markets and the techniques in valuing and managing a variety of securities and investment products.

  
  • FIN 3895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 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.

  
  • FIN 3990 Independent Study


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 4210 Corporate Finance


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FIN 3210 .

    This course focuses on the impact of the market valuation of assets on the investment and financing decisions of corporate managers. The following topics are analyzed in terms of importance to corporate decisions: corporate valuation, securities issuance and option theory and practice.

  
  • FIN 4330 International Capital Markets


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FIN 3210   Prerequisites/Corequisites: INB 3300 .

    This course analyzes the key financial markets and instruments that facilitate international trade and investment activity. The economic determinants of exchange rates in the major financial markets are studied and the financial tools and techniques used to manage exchange rate exposure by the firm are identified and explored. Cross Listed with ECO 4330  and INB 4330 .

  
  • FIN 4410 Advanced Business Finance


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FIN 4210  

    This course covers a wide variety of financial topics including capital budgeting, options, cost of capital, and free cash flow analysis. Students will implement financial topics with a computer spreadsheet.

  
  • FIN 4450 Special Topics in Finance


    3 Hours

    This course offers the student an opportunity to explore and study a special current finance topic not covered in other finance courses.

  
  • FIN 4460 Bonds and Derivatives


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FIN 3210 .

    This course covers bond pricing, interest rates, and duration as it relates to bond portfolio managment.  The course also covers options and other derivatives, including Black-Scholes, binomial trees, and financial engineering with options and futures. 

  
  • FIN 4895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

  
  • FIN 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.

  
  • FIN 4990 Independent Study


    1-3 Hours


French

  
  • FRE 1010 Elementary French I


    4 Hours

    Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, composition and reading. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 1020 Elementary French II


    4 Hours

    Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, composition and reading. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 1895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • FRE 1950 Study Abroad: Elementary French


    1-18 Hours

    Study of French at the beginning level and of French culture in a french-speaking country.

  
  • FRE 1990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 2010 Intermediate French I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 1020  or permission of instructor.

    A thorough review of grammar, with intensive exercises in reading and speaking French. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 2020 Intermediate French II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 1020  or permission of instructor.

    A thorough review of grammar, with intensive exercises in reading and speaking French. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 2100 Intermediate Studies


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 2010  or permission of instructor.

    This course is designed to provide a bridge from intermediate to advanced literature and civilization courses. Practice will be provided in all four skill areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course is strongly recommended for students who intend to take 3000-level French courses.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 2895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • FRE 2950 Study Abroad: Intermediate French


    1-18 Hours

    Study of French at the intermediate level and of French culture in a french-speaking country. Individual titles may be assigned; course may be repeated with different topics.

  
  • FRE 2990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 3010 Introduction to French Literature and Civilization I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 2020  or permission of instructor.

    Study of French civilization and literature from the Middle Ages through the Classical period.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 3020 Introduction to French Literature and Civilization II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 2020  or permission of instructor.

    Study of French civilization and literature from the Enlightenment through the 20th-century.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 3100 Advanced French Studies


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 3100 is FRE 2020  or equivalent.

    Continued practice in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading, and writing - will be combined with grammar exercises, cultural study, vocabulary expansion, and conversation practice. $45 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 3600 Special Topics in French


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 2020  or permission of instructor.

    This course offers advanced study in French literature, culture, civilization or language. This course may be repeated for credit as content of course changes.

  
  • FRE 3895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • FRE 3900 Senior Seminar


    3 Hours

    This course, required of all French majors, is designed to round out the student’s undergraduate study of French. The course content will be individualized, depending on the student’s needs.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 3950 Study Abroad: Advanced French, Special Topics


    1-18 Hours

    Study of French at the advanced level in a French speaking country; individual titles assigned reflecting specific focus of study. Repeatable up to 24 hours of credit.

  
  • FRE 3980 Peer Tutor


    0-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: FRE 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.

  
  • FRE 3990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • FRE 4895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • FRE 4990 Independent Studies


    1-3 Hours

    Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).

General Education

  
  • BEL 1015 First Year Seminar


    3 Hours

     

    This topic-based seminar addresses the purpose of a liberal education, issues of teaching and learning, and “ways of knowing” - both within and beyond the university. It is an intensive course that will involve a substantial number of readings and several written assignments. This course is designed to help entering first-year students make the academic transition to the Belmont University intellectual community by engaging them in challenging readings and ideas, while providing them with significant opportunities to practice critical thinking . It is to be taken in the same semester as First-Year Writing. Course formerly listed as GND 1015

  
  • BEL 4015 Senior Capstone


    1-3 Hours

    Senior Capstone is the culminating experience in the BELL Core for all students.  In this course, students will be invited to reflect on both their personal and professional development, as well as reflect on all they are taking away from the BELL Core curriculum.  


General Music

  
  • MUG 2000 Recital Attendance


    0 Hours

    Attendance at a prescribed number of student, faculty and guest recitals, as well as major assemblies, workshops, and master classes as approved for credit. Required of all music majors and minors for a specified number of semesters. $30.00 course fee.

  
  • MUG 2010 Piano Proficiency Examination


    0 Hours

    Students must demonstrate basic piano proficiency in technical skills, repertory, improvisation, and sight reading. Students must pass Piano Proficiency before registering for Senior Recital.

  
  • MUG 3010 The Professional Musician


    1 Hours

    To be taken in the third year of residence before graduation.  This course is designed to provide students with mentorship and guidance for a successful career path.  After completing this course, students should e able to articulate their strengths and weaknesses as a musician, articulate a basic plan and goals for  their career path after graduation, and be able to apply a variety of resources and information toward their career path  Classroom activities may include: professional self-evaluation, creating and polishing appropriate professional documents, attending guest lectures and Belmont and Beyond convocation events, and preparation for interviews or auditions.  Music majors only. 

  
  • MUG 4010 Senior Review in Music


    1 Hours

    To be taken in the final year of residence before graduation.  This course provides the necessary review in music history and music theory to prepare students to take the School of Music senior test.  The Senior Test is administered as part of this course.  Music majors only. 

  
  • MUG 4015 Senior Capstone in Music


    1 Hours

    Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of academic advisor.

    To be taken in the final year of residence before graduation. This course is designed to provide a culminating experience for music majors, and address the integration of the major with the BELL Core curriculum. Activities are designed to allow students to reflect on their own professional development, explore the role of music in society, synthesize and expand their knowledge of music history and theory, apply their broadening understanding of music by writing about their own repertory, performance area, and/or career path. Among the activities in this course, students will read and write about music and culture, participate in class discussions on these topics, and complete a final project.  Music majors only. 


German

  
  • GER 1010 Elementary German I


    4 Hours

    Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, composition and reading. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • GER 1020 Elementary German II


    4 Hours

    Emphasis on oral expression, with practice in grammar, composition and reading. For each of these 4-hour courses, only 3 hours can be used to fulfill the general education humanities requirement. $45.00 course fee.

    Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
  
  • GER 1895 Special Topics


    1-3 Hours

    Special Topics or pilot courses.

  
  • GER 1950 Study Abroad: Elementary German


    1-18 Hours

    Study of German at the beginning level and of German culture in Germany.

  
  • GER 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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