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Course Descriptions

CROSS-LISTED COURSES

Courses cross-listed between disciplines are generally indicated by a common course prefix as listed below. Exceptions, such as and MUCS/THEP courses, are denoted in the course description.

Course Prefix Cross-listed Disciplines   Course Prefix Cross-Listed Disciplines
BUDA Business and Data Analytics   EDPS Education and Psychology
BUMU Business and Music   EDST Education and Theatre
CEWL Christian Education and Worship Leadership   ENCP English and Philosophy
CMHS Christian Ministry and History   HIPO History and Political Science
CMPS Christian Ministry and Psychology   HUED Human Services and Education
COEN Communications and English   MGPS Management and Psychology
COST Communications and Theatre   MUED Music and Education
CPHS Christian Ministry, Philosophy, and History   PHED Physical Education and Health Education
CRCO Criminal Justice and Communications   POPH Political Science and Philosophy
CRPH Criminal Justice and Philosophy   PSCM Psychology and Christian Ministry
CRPO Criminal Justice and Political Science   PSHU Psychology and Human Services
CRPS Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Sociology   PSPO Psychology and Political Science
CSCP Christian Studies and Church Planting   PSSC Psychology and Sociology
EDEN Education and English   SOHI Sociology and History
EDGE Education and Geography   THDA Theatre and Dance
EDMU Education and Music   THMU Theatre and Music

 

COURSES

Course Prefix Discipline   Course Prefix Discipline
ACCT Accounting   ETOP Educational Topics
ARTS Arts   EXSC Exercise Science
BCHM Biochemistry   HCMG Healthcare Management
BCIS Computer Information Systems   HIST History
BCSC Computer Science   HIUS U.S. History
BIOL Biology   HIWO World History
BIOT Biotechnology   HONR Honors
BUIA Business Internship   HSCI Health Science
BUIB Business Internship   HUMT Human Services
BUIC Business Internship   HUSR Human Services
BUID Business Internship   IDST Interdisciplinary Studies
BUIM Business Internship   ITBU Information Technology
BUIR Business Internship   KACT Activity Courses
BUSN Business   KATH Varsity, Junior Varsity, & Club Sports
CBIB Biblical Studies   MATH Mathematics
CBLA Biblical Languages   MGMT Management
CHEM Chemistry   MILS Military Science
COMJ Journalism   MRKT Marketing
COMM Communications   MUAI Music Applied: Instrumental
COMR Public Relations   MUAO Music Applied: Organ
COMS Sport Journalism   MUAP Music Applied: Piano
COMT Broadcast Media   MUAS Music Applied: Studio Class
CPHI Philosophy   MUAV Music Applied: Voice
CRJS Criminal Justice   MUCL Music Ensembles: Choral Large
CSCE Christian Education   MUCS Music Ensembles: Choral Small
CSCM Christian Ministry   MUMI Music Business
ECCL Early Childhood Field Experiences and Student Teaching   MURA Music Applied: Recital Attendance
ECED Early Childhood Education   MURC Music Applied: Studio Techniques
ECON Economics   MURP Music Applied: Recital Performance
ECSP Early Childhood Special Education   MUST Music: Special Topics
ECTA Curriculum and Assessment   MUTC Music Technology
EDCL Teaching Field Experience   MUTH Music Theory
EDDR Driver Education   MUTS Music Ensembles: Choral Small
EDHE Health Education   MUWA Worship Leadership
EDMS Middle and Secondary Education   NRSG Nursing
EDPE Physical Education   NSCI Natural Science
EDRD Reading and Literacy Studies   PHYS Physics
EDSP Special Education   POLS Political Science
EDUC Education   PSYC Psychology
ELCL Elementary Student Teaching   RNBS Radiologic Technology
ELED Elementary Education   SMGT Sport Management
EMCL Middle School Student Teaching   SOCO Sociology
ENGL English   SPAN Spanish
ENTR Entrepreneurship   THEA Theatre
ESCL Secondary Student Teaching   THEP Theatre Production
 
  

  • THEA 333 - Directing

    Semester Hours: Three
    The theory, practice, and ethics of theatre directing is presented, including blocking/movement, script analysis, interpretation, creation of rehearsal atmosphere and the effective use of stage areas.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: THEA 113  and THEA 223 , or permission of instructor.
  

  • THEA 341 - Jazz II

    Semester Hours: One
    A continuation of Jazz I, with particular focus on personal movement style and expression. Course will also study unique dance styles and artists that have influenced the stage, film, and commercial media industry. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite: Jazz I or permission of the instructor.
  

  • THEA 351 - Tap

    Semester Hours: One
    Studies fundamental steps and techniques necessary for rhythmic coordination of simple tap routines. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: Ballet I or Jazz I or permission of the instructor.
  

  • THEA 353 - Drama in Ministry

    Semester Hours: Three
    Designed for pastors, teachers, youth leaders, and church workers, this class explores the various ways that drama can be utilized in the church. Class work includes hands-on experience in using drama with children and youth, drama for the worship service, and how to start a drama program in the local church.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite: CSCE 273 - Foundations for Christian Ministry .
  

  • THEA 361 - Musical Theatre Styled Dance

    Semester Hours: One
    Explores various styles, movement, and choreography used in musical theatre. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: Ballet I or Jazz I or consent of instructor.
  

  • THEA 363 - Acting III

    Semester Hours: Three
    This course focuses on advanced characterization, including the use of dialects.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

    Prerequisites: THEA 113 , THEA 223 , or consent of the instructor.
  

  • THEA 401-403 - Special Topics in Theatre

    Semester Hours: One to Three
    This course allows the student to investigate a topic in one area of Theatre that goes beyond the scope of other coursework. The course will involve close collaboration between students and faculty on a topic or issue related to the individual’s interest and career choice. This course may be taken for variable credit and may be repeated up to a maximum of three semester hours.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: Senior standing or consent of the instructor.
  

  • THEA 413 - Tools of the Actor: Voice and Movement

    Semester Hours: Three
    Advanced study of the fundamental tools of the actor: physical awareness, vocal awareness, and ensemble collaboration.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite: THEA 113 , THEA 223 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • THEA 423 - Theatrical Costuming

    Semester Hours: Three
    Fundamentals of costuming for the stage. A study of fabrics and construction, basic cutting and sewing techniques, costume organization for show purposes as well as an exploration of clothing in each time period.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Pre-requisite: THEA 233  or permission of the instructor.
  

  • THEA 433 - Stage Management

    Semester Hours: Three
    Development of a production book and understanding of all procedures used by a stage manager from the selection of a script to the final production. The role of a stage manager is discussed for both the professional and the non-professional theatre, emphasizing problem-solving and professional standards.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
  

  • THEA 481 - Senior Capstone Project

    Semester Hours: One
    This course is designed as a comprehensive measure of the knowledge and skill students have acquired in their particular theatre major. There will be two primary dimensions to the capstone course: 1) an opportunity for students to reflect on and undergo assessment of their body of work in their major; and 2) an opportunity to synthesize the knowledge of communication arts theory and practice in a final project performance. The portfolio and presentation will assess whether students have successfully completed the work required for their chosen degree. Since the department is so diverse in emphases and specializations, students will be given an opportunity to design a final project consistent with their interests and experience.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • THEP 100/101/300/301 - The Agency Improv

    Semester Hours: Zero to One
    The Agency Improv is a drama troupe comprised of auditioned individuals who are asked to perform in a variety of settings (schools, concerts, campus events) several times a semester. The Agency is about cultivating specific skill sets among members, equipping other theatre students with those skills through the use of workshops, and recruiting undergraduates for Missouri Baptist University.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • THEP 110/111/310/311 - Theatre Production

    Semester Hours: Zero to One
    Preparation and performance of musical and theatrical productions. By audition or permission of the directors only. Students must be available for rehearsals and performances. (Same as MUCS 110/111/310/311 )
    Term Offered: On Demand
  

  • THEP 130/131/330/331 - Drama Troupe - in Charactre

    Semester Hours: Zero to One
    Select drama group open to all students who qualify through audition. Students must be available for on- and off-campus performances.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • THEP 471-476 - Theatre Internship

    Semester Hours: One to Six
    This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the theatre through firsthand experience. Students must have completed coursework in theatre to enroll in this course.
    Term Offered: On Demand

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and consent of appropriate field supervisor.
  

  • THMU 323 - Singing Actor

    Semester Hours: Three
    Acting techniques, vocal exercises, movement, and song interpretation specifically related to musical theatre and opera are presented. Selection, preparation, and presentation of appropriate material (monologues and songs) with honesty, style, and a sense of professionalism, culminating in preparation of roles and scenes for laboratory presentation are included. Résumé preparation and presentation are also covered.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: THEA 113  and THEA 223 , or permission of instructor.
  

  • THMU 353 - Musical Theatre History (MOTR THEA 100C)

    Semester Hours: Three
    This course surveys the history of theatre, from classical Greek to modern, with an emphasis on the development of musical theatre. The history of musical theatre is traced from its roots in opera, operetta, and vaudeville to the revues and musical comedies of the 1920s and 1930s to the emergence of the modern musical and up through present day. Students are introduced to shows and songs from each period through readings, and various audio and visual recordings.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years
 

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