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HIS 427 - European Consumer Culture: 1750 to the Present Instructor
Tilburg
The history and historiography of consumer culture in Europe from the 18th century through the 1980s. The lens of consumerism reveals the momentous economic, social, and political transformations of the modern era, up to and including the controversial process of “Americanization” following World War II.
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HIS 433 - The Holocaust: Interpretation, Memory and Representation Instructor
Pegelow Kaplan
The origins and execution of the Nazi genocide during World War II, as well as realities for and responses of European Jews and memorializing and representing the Holocaust in post-war Germany, the U.S., and Israel.
Prerequisites & Notes (Not offered 2009-10.)
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HIS 439 - Topics in Modern European History Topics in Modern European History
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HIS 440 - Slavery in the Americas Instructor
Guasco
Comparative exploration of the foundation and development of slavery in the western hemisphere since 1492. Topics include the transatlantic slave trade, work and labor, resistance and rebellion, and the articulation of African culture throughout the Americas.
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HIS 441 - Natives and Newcomers in Early America Instructor
Guasco
Encounter between indigenous peoples and English, French, and Spanish newcomers in North America. Special emphasis on the clash of cultures in spiritual, material, and physical realms and how Europeans and Indians created a distinctive American landscape by the end of the eighteenth century.
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HIS 446 - Presidents and First Ladies Instructor
Levering
Presidents and first ladies from Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt through Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Emphasis on their goals and policies, their successes and failures, and the changing meanings of “liberalism” and “conservatism” that they represented.
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HIS 448 - The 1950s: A Critical Decade Instructor
McMillen
From Korea to Montgomery, McCarthy to Elvis: an exploration of the events, personalities, and culture of the 1950s in United States history.
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HIS 451 - African American Cultural History Instructor
Aldridge
A study of African American cultural history with particular focus on the 20th century. Specific artistic and cultural forms studied may include the visual arts, music, dance, film, and television in their historical context.
Prerequisites & Notes Satisfies the cultural diversity requirement.
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HIS 455 - Law and Society in American History Instructor
Wertheimer
Selected topics in U.S. legal history. Seminar members will work collaboratively on a large-scale research project.
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HIS 459 - Topics in American History Topics in American History
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HIS 464 - Religion and Social Change in Latin America Instructor
Mangan
Exploration of the nexus between religion and social upheaval through topics including conquest, rebellion, liberation theology, and religious tradition new to the region, such as Evangelicalism.
Prerequisites & Notes Satisfies the Cultural Diversity requirement.
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HIS 465 - Colonialism and Imagination in Early Latin America Instructor
Mangan
The rise and fall of colonial power in Latin America with a focus on the emergence of colonial Latin America as a historical unit. Topics include justification of colonial rule, civilization and barbarism, differences between the Old and New Worlds and American Identity.
Prerequisites & Notes Satisfies the cultural diversity requirement.
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HIS 472 - Law, Justice, and Human Rights in China Instructor
Dennis
Examines the historical development of government, law, notions of justice, and human rights in China from ancient to modern times. Contains a comparative element to help students understand both similarities and differences with Western legal and governmental traditions and notions of rights and responsibilities.
Prerequisites & Notes Satisfies the cultural diversity requirement.
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HIS 475 - History of the Book Instructor
Dennis
The historical development of books from ancient times to modern, focusing on China, but including other areas of the world for comparative perspective.
Prerequisites & Notes Satisfies the Cultural Diversity requirement.
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HIS 488, 489 - Kelley Honors Seminar: Research and Thesis Instructors
Dietz and Staff
Two-semester research seminar for senior history majors who qualify for honors work and who are selected as Kelley Scholars. Culminates in the researching and writing of a thesis. Admission by invitation of the History Department.
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HUM 160 - Cultures & Civilizations I Instructors
Chaston, Churchill
Comparative, interdisciplinary study of texts from western and non-western cultures. Creative and critical thinking about what constitutes a civilization, how a cultural tradition defines itself and how it relates to those identified as different.
Prerequisites & Notes Satisfies the Cultural Diversity requirement.
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HUM 161W - Cultures & Civilizations II Instructors
Berkey, Parker
Comparative, interdisciplinary study of texts from western and non-western cultures. Creative and critical thinking about what constitutes a civilization, how a cultural tradition defines itself and how it relates to those identified as different.
Prerequisites & Notes Humanities 160. Satisfies the Cultural Diversity requirement.
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HUM 151W - W Trad: Late Antiquity and the Medieval World Instructors
Dietz, Epes, R. Ingram, Neumann, Swallow
Interdisciplinary study of texts and contexts of the Roman Empire, the Christian gospels and epistles, and medieval Europe.
Prerequisites & Notes Humanities 150.
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HUM 250 - W Trad: The Renaissance to the Eighteenth Century Instructors
Griffith, Henke, R. Ingram, Lerner
Interdisciplinary study of texts and contexts of western culture from the Renaissance to the late 18th century.
Prerequisites & Notes Humanities 150 and 151W.
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HUM 251 - W Trad: The Modern World Instructors
Denham, Goldstein, Lerner, Smith
Interdisciplinary study of texts and contexts of western culture in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Prerequisites & Notes Humanities 150, 151W, and 250.
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LAT 101 - Elementary Latin I Instructor
Staff
Introduction to classical Latin. Requires drill sessions with Apprentice Teachers.
Prerequisites & Notes (Fall)
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LAT 102 - Elementary Latin II Instructor
Staff
Continuing introduction to classical Latin. Requires drill sessions with Apprentice Teachers.
Prerequisites & Notes Latin 101 or qualifying score on placement test. (Spring)
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LAT 201 - Intermediate Latin Instructor
Staff
Readings in Latin literature.
Prerequisites & Notes Latin 102 or qualifying score on placement test. (Fall)
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LAT 228/328 - Seneca Instructor
Cheshire
The course is on the tragedies of Seneca, tutor to the Roman emperor Nero, with some attention to Seneca’s philosophical writings and to the evidence for his life.
Prerequisites & Notes Latin 201. (Spring)
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LAT 399 - Independent Study in Latin Readings and research on Latin texts, under the direction and supervision of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic(s) and evaluates the student’s work.
Prerequisites & Notes Latin 201 and permission of the instructor.
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LAT 499 - Honors Thesis Writing of a thesis under the supervision of an appropriate professor. Oral defense before the entire classics faculty required. Admission by unanimous consent of the Department of Classics.
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MAT 110 - Applications of Finite Mathematics with Computing Instructor
Staff
Mathematical techniques which have been used, productively and extensively, during the last thirty years and which do not involve the use of calculus. Probability, linear programming, matrix algebra, Markov chains, game theory, and graph theory are representative topics. In the computer laboratory students learn to use computer software, including a spreadsheet, to solve problems. One 75-minute computer laboratory meeting per week. (This course will not have a laboratory meeting, 2009-2010.)
Prerequisites & Notes Not open to students with credit for Mathematics 150, 221, or 340.
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MAT 118 - Exploring Mathematical Ideas Instructor
Staff
Survey of abstract mathematical ideas that deepen understanding of patterns from mathematics, art, and the physical world. Topics may include the nature of number, infinity, dimension, symmetries, alternate geometries, topology, chaos, fractals, and probability. While techniques and concepts have much in common with advanced theoretical mathematics, little background is assumed and the course is not practical preparation for later courses in mathematics.
Prerequisites & Notes Not open to students with credit for, or enrolled in, Mathematics 300.
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MAT 130 - Calculus I Instructor
Staff
An introduction to the differential and integral calculus of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and inverse trigonometric functions with applications including graphical analysis, optimization and numerical methods. In the fall, there are two variants in addition to the basic course, indicated by the first letter of the section designation: Sections designated with “X” cover the same topics as the basic course, but are addressed to students encountering calculus for the first time. Sections designated with “M” are titled “Calculus and Modeling I” and investigate mathematical approaches to describing and understanding change in the context of problems in the life sciences.
Prerequisites & Notes Sections designated with “X” are not open to any student with one semester of a high school or college course about calculus. Other fall sections assume previous exposure to (not proficiency in) some calculus concepts. Spring sections have no restrictions.
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MAT 135 - Calculus II: Multivariable Calculus Instructor
Staff
An introduction to techniques and applications of single-variable integration followed by the calculus of functions of several variables, including partial derivatives and multiple integrals. Tools of analysis include polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates; parametric equations; and vectors, lines, and planes in space.
Prerequisites & Notes Any section of Mathematics 130 or one year of high school calculus.
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MAT 137 - Calculus and Modeling II Instructor
Staff
Continued study of calculus and other mathematical methods for modeling change and uncertainty. Topics include multivariable calculus; systems of linear equations, difference equations and differential equations; and probability models such as Bayes’ rule and random walks. Students will be guided in the discovery and mastery of mathematical techniques in the context of problems in the life sciences.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 130M (Calculus and Modeling I). (Spring)
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MAT 139 - Advanced Placement/Transfer Credit: Calculus II A second course in calculus awarded for qualifying scores on the Advanced Placement Calculus BC examination, or for eligible transfer courses.
Prerequisites & Notes Credit for Mathematics 139 is forfeited by a student who enrolls in Mathematics 235.
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MAT 150 - Linear Algebra and Mathematica with Applications Instructor
Staff
An introduction to systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, and eigenvectors in an interactive learning environment provided by the computer algebra system Mathematica. Applications are chosen from linear programming, least squares approximation, graph theory, cryptography, tomography, fractals, and other topics.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 135, 137, or Mathematics 130 and prior experience with vectors.
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MAT 191 - Independent Study Instructor
Staff
Independent study under the direction and supervision of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic(s) of the independent study and who determines the basis for the evaluation of students’ work.
Prerequisites & Notes Open to qualified students with permission of the department chair. Does not count towards a mathematics major.
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MAT 210 - Mathematical Modeling Instructor
Staff
A survey of discrete mathematical modeling techniques and their application to the natural and social sciences. Mathematical tools are selected from Monte Carlo simulation, queuing theory, Markov Chains, optimization, discrete dynamical systems, artificial intelligence, and game theory. Emphasis is on formulating models, investigating them analytically and computationally, and communicating the results.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 150 or permission of the instructor. (Spring)
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MAT 221 - Discrete Methods Instructor
Staff
An introduction to the basic techniques of problem solving in discrete mathematics. Topics include counting methods for arrangements and selections, generating functions, recurrence relations and inclusion-exclusion, covering circuits, graph coloring, trees and searching, and network algorithms.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 135, 137, or 150 or permission of the instructor. (Fall)
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MAT 235 - Differential Equations and Infinite Series Instructor
Staff
A study of solution techniques and applications for ordinary differential equations including first order equations, linear differential equations, series solutions, and basic concepts of numerical and graphical techniques applied to equations and systems. An introduction to infinite series and power series is included. Optional topics include Laplace transforms and Bessel functions.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 135 or 137. Prerequisite or corequisite: Mathematics 150.
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MAT 255 - Elementary Number Theory Instructor
Staff
Introduction to elementary additive and multiplicative number theory, including divisibility properties of integers, congruence modulo n, linear and quadratic congruences, some Diophantine equations, distribution of primes, and additive arithmetic problems.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 150 or permission of the instructor. (Offered Spring of odd-numbered years.)
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MAT 291 - Independent Study Instructor
Staff
Independent study under the direction and supervision of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic(s) of the independent study and who determines the basis for the evaluation of students’ work.
Prerequisites & Notes Open to qualified students with permission of the department chair. Major credit is awarded for this course.
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MAT 300 - Introduction to Proof, Analysis and Topology Instructor
Staff
An introduction to proof techniques (including quantifiers and induction), elementary set theory, equivalence relations, and cardinality; followed by an introduction to the topology of the real numbers and elementary real analysis, including rigorous topological and analytic treatments of convergence of sequences and continuity of functions.
Prerequisites & Notes One of Mathematics 150, 221, and 235 or permission of the instructor.
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MAT 335 - Vector Calculus and Partial Differential Equations Instructor
Staff
A study of the calculus of vector-valued functions and vector fields and an introduction to partial differential equations. Topics include curves in space, Lagrange multipliers, Green’s theorem, divergence theorem, Stokes’ theorem, Fourier series, separation of variables, boundary value problems, and applications to physics.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 235. (Spring)
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MAT 340 - Probability Instructor
Staff
A study of probability theory relative to both discrete and continuous probability laws. Topics include independence and dependence, mean, variance and expectation, random variables, jointly distributed probability laws, Chebysheff’s Inequality and a version of the Central Limit Theorem. Applications of probability theory are approached through a variety of idealized problems.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 135 or 137. (Fall)
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MAT 341 - Mathematical Statistics Instructor
Staff
A mathematical approach to statistical theory. Includes a study of distribution theory, important properties of estimators, interval estimation and hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, and selected topics from non-parametric statistics.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 340. (Offered Spring of odd-numbered years.)
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MAT 355 - Abstract Algebra I Instructor
Staff
An introduction to the theory of groups, rings and fields. Topics include normal subgroups, quotient groups, homomorphisms, Cayley’s theorem, permutation groups, ideals, the field of quotients of an integral domain, and polynomial rings.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 150 and 300. (Fall)
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MAT 360 - Introduction to Topology Instructor
Staff
An introduction to metric and topological spaces. Topics include concepts of completeness, compactness, connectedness and fixed point theorems.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 300 or permission of the instructor. (Offered Spring of even-numbered years.)
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MAT 365 - Geometry Instructor
Staff
A rigorous treatment of Euclidean geometry and an introduction to hyperbolic geometry. Neutral geometry is developed synthetically via a modified version of Hilbert’s axioms. The Poincare and Beltrami-Klein models are used to establish the relative consistency of hyperbolic geometry.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 300. (Not offered 2009-2010)
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MAT 391, 392 - Independent Study Instructor
Staff
Independent study under the direction and supervision of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic(s) of the independent study and who determines the basis for the evaluation of students’ work.
Prerequisites & Notes Open to qualified students with permission of the department chair. Major credit is awarded for both of these courses.
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MAT 435 - Complex Analysis Instructor
Staff
The algebra and geometry of complex numbers, sequences and series of complex numbers, derivatives and integrals of functions of a complex variable. The Cauchy-Goursat Theorem, the Cauchy Integral Formula and its consequences, Taylor series, classification of singularities, the Residue Theorem, Laurent series, harmonic functions, conformal mappings, and, if time permits, miscellaneous applications.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 235 and 300. (Spring)
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MAT 437 - Dynamical Systems Instructor
Staff
A study of the iteration of systems, typically arising from physical or biological models, and the resulting long term behavior. Periodic and chaotic dynamics as well as fractal graphics will be investigated.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 235 and 300 or permission of the instructor. (Usually offered Spring of odd numbered years.)
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MAT 450 - Advanced Linear Algebra Instructor
Staff
A further study of vector spaces, dual spaces, inner product spaces, modules, linear transformations, characteristic roots, matrices, canonical forms, trace, transpose, determinants, normal transformations and quadratic forms.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 355 or permission of the instructor. (Offered Spring of odd numbered years.)
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MAT 455 - Abstract Algebra II Instructor
Staff
A continuation of Mathematics 355 including additional topics in group theory and ring theory, extension fields, straight-edge and compass constructions, Galois Theory and solvability by radicals.
Prerequisites & Notes Mathematics 355. (Offered Spring of even-numbered years.) (Not offered 2009-2010.)
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MAT 481 - Seminar in Problem Solving and History of Mathematics Instructor
Staff
A seminar in the history of mathematics with an emphasis on problem solving techniques available during different historical periods. The chronological development of mathematics is studied from ancient Egypt and Babylon to the Renaissance, with occasional non-chronological forays into modern mathematics.
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor. (Fall)
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MAT 483 - Analysis Seminar Instructor
Staff
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor. (Typically, one of Mathematics 483, 485, 486, or 487 is offered in Spring of even-numbered years.)
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MAT 485 - Algebra Seminar Instructor
Staff
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor. (Typically, one of Mathematics 483, 485, 486, or 487 is offered in Spring of even-numbered years.)
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MAT 486 - Topology Seminar Instructor
Staff
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor. (Typically, one of Mathematics 483, 485, 486, or 487 is offered in Spring of even-numbered years.)
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MAT 487 - Special Topics Seminar Instructor
Staff
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor. (Typically, one of Mathematics 483, 485, 486, or 487 is offered in Spring of even-numbered years.)
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MAT 491, 492 - Independent Study Instructor
Staff
Independent study under the direction and supervision of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic(s) of the independent study and who determines the basis for the evaluation of students’ work.
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor. Open to qualified students with permission of the department chair. Major credit is awarded for both of these courses.
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MIL 100L - Leadership Lab
Instructor
Staff
All cadets attend leadership lab. First and second year cadets attend lab weekly. Third and fourth year cadets participate in leadership labs with basic course cadets as well as occasional advanced course focused labs as determined by the Professor of Military Science. This lab reinforces classroom instruction and is focused as follows: Freshmen learn basic leadership skills and master the fundamentals of being a follower; Sophomores focus on mentoring Freshman and serve as team leaders; Juniors are the executors of the battalion and the culmination ROTC training, as the battalion prepares to send them off to LDAC; Seniors are the battalion’s staff, primary supervisors and planners, preparing to transition to Second Lieutenants.
Prerequisites & Notes
There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students.
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MIL 101 - Leadership and Personal Development Instructor
Captain Thomas Pangborn
Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Includes instruction in map reading, land navigation, and customs and courtesies of the Army.
Prerequisites & Notes Participation in leadership lab is required. There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Fall)
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MIL 102 - Introduction to Leadership Instructor
Captain Thomas Pangborn
Overview of leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Cadets explore dimensions of leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Includes instruction in basic tactics.
Prerequisites & Notes Participation in leadership lab is required. There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Spring)
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MIL 201 - Innovative Team Leadership Instructor
Captain Thomas Pangborn
Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework (trait and behavior theories). Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Includes instruction in troop leading procedures, tactical movement, battle drills, and offensive and defensive operations.
Prerequisites & Notes Participation in leadership lab is required. There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Fall)
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MIL 202 - Leading the Team Instructor
Captain Thomas Pangborn
Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating environment (COE). The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Includes instruction in terrain analysis, patrolling, tactical orders, route planning, and navigational methods.
Prerequisites & Notes Participation in leadership lab is required. There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Spring)
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MIL 301 - Adaptive Tactical Leadership
Instructor
Master Sergeant Scott Louis
Challenges cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with challenging scenarios related to squad tactical operations. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership attributes and actions. Based on such feedback, as well as their own self-evaluations, cadets continue to develop their leadership and critical thinking abilities. Includes instruction in squad operations, problem solving, and combat orders.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Basic Course credit.
Note: Participation in leadership lab is required. (Fall)
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MIL 401 - Developing Adaptive Leaders Instructor
Lieutenant Colonel Johnson
Develops cadet proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates. Cadets assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare cadets to make the transition to Army officers. Includes instruction in risk management, training management, code of conduct, rules of engagement, counseling, and evaluations.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MIL 301 & 302.
Note: Participation in leadership lab is required. Mandatory for all senior ROTC students. (Fall)
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MIL 402 - Leadership in a Complex World Instructor
Lieutenant Colonel Johnson
Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment (COE). Cadets examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. Includes instruction in Army organization and modularity, the platoon command team, a battle analysis, and a staff ride.
Prerequisites & Notes Prerequisite: MIL 401.
Note: Participation in leadership lab is required. Mandatory for all senior ROTC students. (Spring)
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MUS 10 - Concert Choir Instructor
Sprague
A large ensemble dedicated to the performance of the choral-orchestral masterpieces from the Baroque to the 20th Century. Open to students, faculty, staff and community members.
Prerequisites & Notes Open by audition or by invitation from the director.
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MUS 11 - Jazz Ensemble Instructor
B. Lawing
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MUS 12 - Symphony Orchestra Instructor
Chamra
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MUS 13 - Chorale Instructor
Sprague
A select ensemble drawn from the Davidson College student body that performs works from all ages and styles.
Prerequisites & Notes Open by audition or by invitation from the director.
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MUS 14 - Opera Workshop Instructor
Culpepper, Thornton
Prerequisites & Notes Ability to read music and sing classical repertoire expected. Permission of instructor required.
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MUS 15 - Diction Instructor
Culpepper, Thornton
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MUS 16 - Flute Choir Instructor
Whitehead
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MUS 17 - Saxophone Quartet Saxophone Quartet
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MUS 18 - Jazz Combo Jazz Combo
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MUS 43-44 - African Drumming Ensemble Instructor
Snow
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MUS 45-46 - Vocal Class, 2 hour Instructor
Culpepper
Prerequisites & Notes (Additional fee)
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MUS 47-48 - Piano Class, 1 hour Instructor
C. Lawing
Prerequisites & Notes (Additional fee)
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MUS 101 - Fundamentals of Music Instructor
Botelho
Introduction to music theory and analysis, with emphasis on intervals, modes, scales, rhythm, meter, and form.
Prerequisites & Notes No music training required. (Fall)
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MUS 110 - Exploring Music Instructors
Botelho, Chamra, B. Lawing, Lerner, Sprague, Stasack
A general introduction to musical study, covering the vocabulary and methods essential to the scholarly study of music. Six core modules, covered in rotation by the six department faculty members, will equip students for future courses in music. Music to be studied will come from a wide span of history, cultures and geography.
Prerequisites & Notes Students planning to major in music need to complete this course by the end of the sophomore year. (Spring)
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MUS 121 - Introduction to Music in Western Civilization Instructor
Chamra
Designed for students who have had but slight contact with the art. Works of important masters from all periods. Develops wider understanding of music through intelligent listening.
Prerequisites & Notes No musical training required.
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MUS 122 - Music of the United States Instructor
Lerner
The cultivated and vernacular traditions of U.S. music from the Colonial period to the present. Focus on close listening and cultural trends. Topics include: parlor song, minstrelsy, Tin Pan Alley, ragtime, blues, jazz, modernism, country, film music, rock, postmodernism.
Prerequisites & Notes No music training required. (Fall)
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MUS 141 - World Musics Instructor
Stasack
Exploration of selected musical systems of the world, approached through study of their basic stylistic elements. Discussion centers on the music and instruments indigenous to each system and includes extra-musical cultural associations such as religion and theatre. Listening drawn from field and studio recordings of native performers.
Prerequisites & Notes No music training required. Satisfies the cultural diversity requirement.
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MUS 155 - Applied Music Instructor
Staff
Applied instruction designed for students with previous vocal or instrumental training. Must successfully complete jury at end of each semester of study. See department for competency levels and literature requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes Audition or permission of the instructor required. 1 credit for 2 consecutive semesters. (Additional fee)
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MUS 195 - Independent Study Instructor
Staff
Independent study in music under the direction of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic, and determines the means of evaluation.
Prerequisites & Notes Open to qualified students with permission of the chair.
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MUS 201 - Theory I: Harmony Instructor
Botelho
Introduction to the grammar of tonal music through part-writing and analysis. Includes scales, intervals, triads, seventh chords, and their inversions. Ear training in intervals, chords, melody, and rhythm.
Prerequisites & Notes Knowledge of scales and key signatures required. (Fall)
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MUS 202 - Theory II: Advanced Harmony Instructor
Botelho
Continuation of Music 201: Contrapuntal techniques within a diatonic framework, including sequences, melodic and rhythmic figuration; modal mixture, applied chords, modulation, and the neopolitan- and augmented-sixth chords. Ear training includes one- and two-part exercises.
Prerequisites & Notes Music 201. (Spring)
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MUS 211 - Music Technology and Production Instructor
B. Lawing
An introduction to digital music production. The class consists of several independent projects that examine various hardware and software instruments and processors, and apply them to various audio productions.
Prerequisites & Notes (Fall)
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MUS 212 - Introduction to Conducting Instructors
Chamra, B. Lawing, Sprague
Designed for students who plan to pursue both choral and instrumental conducting. Emphasis on technique, rehearsal procedure, literature, and stylistic practices.
Prerequisites & Notes Permission of Instructor required.
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MUS 221-223 - Studies of Composers and Styles Instructor
Staff
Courses concentrating upon specific topics in music history.
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MUS 224 - The Symphony Instructor
B. Lawing
History of the symphony and its literature from pre-classical examples to the present.
Prerequisites & Notes (Normally offered in alternate years.)
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MUS 226 - Opera Instructor
Staff
Opera from the Italian Renaissance through the 20th century.
Prerequisites & Notes (Not offered on a regular basis.)
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MUS 228 - Film Music Instructor
Lerner
Historical, stylistic, and analytic study of film music from the origins of cinema in the 1890s to the present, focusing on fictional Hollywood narratives while also considering music’s function in documentary and avant-garde filmmaking. Emphasizes close reading of music in relation to film, and vice versa. Weekly screenings.
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MUS 229 - American Culture of The 1950s Instructor
Lerner
A cultural analysis and history of America from the 1950s, informed by an interdisciplinary blend of texts and methodologies borrowed from musicology, literary analysis, film studies, art history, and cultural studies. While the primary emphasis will be on music (e.g. bebop, cool, rock & roll, modernism), close attention will also be given to visual art (e.g. Abstract Expressionism), literature (e.g. the Beats), and film.
Prerequisites & Notes Music 122 or permission of the instructor.
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MUS 230 - Choral Literature Instructor
Sprague
A survey of the history of choral literature with an emphasis on those larger works which are landmarks in the evolution of choral music and which are considered part of today’s standard repertoire. Emphasis on close listening and analysis of text music relationships will be correlated with analyses of structural and stylistic elements in the music. Some prior knowledge of music is desirable, but not required.
Prerequisites & Notes (Normally offered in alternate years.)
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