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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Codes and Descriptions
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MUS 222 - Piano Techniques IV Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 221 (C or Higher) and MUS 213 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This class continues skills and concepts mastered in MUS 221 with greater emphasis on keyboard facility and sight playing. Piano repertoire of greater length and complexity is learned. Additional course outcomes include application of chromatically-altered chords in harmonizations and lead sheets, chordal and melodic improvisation of greater complexity, transpositions to all keys, as well as open score reading of greater difficulty.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 225 - Introduction to Piano Pedagogy Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a study of the techniques, methods, and literature of piano pedagogy for elementary and intermediate piano students. Students explore various learning theories associated with piano pedagogy as they relate to current teaching practices.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 243 - Applied Music Secondary III - For Music Majors Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 144 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition, and for the non-keyboard emphasis music major who wishes to study piano in a one-on-one setting.
Course Fee: $175.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 244 - Applied Music Secondary IV - For Music Majors Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 243 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition, and for the non-keyboard emphasis music major who wishes to study piano in a one-on-one setting.
Course Fee: $175.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 251 - History of Music I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR
- EN 97 (C or Higher) OR
- Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR
- ACT English 18 or Higher OR
- SAT Writing 25 or Higher
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is the study of music in the Western world from its origins; Greek, Hebrew, Early Christian, plain-song, medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music to the 1770’s. Readings, listening, score study, and listening laboratory assignments are required.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 252 - Music History II - Late Baroque - Romantic Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on the study of the music in the Western World in the high Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras. Readings, listening, score study and laboratory listening assignments are required.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 253 - History of Music III Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 252 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is the study of music in the contemporary era. Additional units tracing the history of popular music in America and women in music are also included. Readings, listening, score study, and laboratory listening assignments are required. Introduction to music research and a research paper are also included.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 261 - Applied Music Primary III - For Music Majors Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 162 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 105
Description: This applied music study is designed for the student that is majoring in music and who is working to complete the 4-semester applied music sequence.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Consent
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MUS 262 - Applied Music Primary IV - For Music Majors Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 261 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 105
Description: This applied music study is designed for the student that is majoring in music and who is working to complete the 4-semester applied music sequence.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Consent
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MUS 271 - Basic MIDI Sequencing Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EN 101 (C or Higher) and MUS 121 (C or Higher) and MUS 174 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Basic MIDI Sequencing develops introductory skills in MIDI sequencing. The objective of this course is to familiarize the student with the fundamentals and applications of MIDI technology, including sequencing software, MIDI interfaces, virtual instruments, as well as uses unrelated to music.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 272 - Advanced MIDI Sequencing Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 114 (C or Higher) and MUS 122 (C or Higher) and MUS 271 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This hands-on course builds on the skills developed in Basic MIDI Sequencing. Advanced MIDI Sequencing utilizes MIDI technology to develop musical sequencing and arranging skills. Various categories of MIDI arranging covered including, pop, rock and classical. The objective of this course is to integrate musical and technical MIDI skills into the complete, artistic craft of recording technology.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 273 - Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory I Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 114 (C or Higher) and MUS 116 (C or Higher) and MUS 174 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 274 (C or Higher)
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory I develops advanced recording skills utilizing multiple microphone techniques while simultaneously recording multiple instrumentalists. This course also broadens student’s awareness and operation of the different types of mixing consoles used in the industry. The objective of this course is to provide the student with practical hands on experience via recording in stereo, medium sized musical ensembles in digital surround sound. As well, stereo music mixing skills are broadened.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 274 - Advanced Studio Techniques I Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 174 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 273
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques I develops advanced recording skills utilizing multiple microphone techniques while simultaneously recording multiple instrumentalists. Capturing sound using multiple microphones also improves mixing console skills. The objective of this course is to provide the student with practical hands on experience via recording in stereo, medium sized musical ensembles in digital surround sound. As well, stereo music mixing skills will be broadened. In MUS 274, students receive a one hour private lesson each week that will be arranged with the instructor.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 275 - Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 273 (C or Higher) and MUS 274 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 276
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory II cultivates multi-track recording skills augmented with soundtrack “lock to picture” post-production. Incorporating recording skills studied in prerequisite semesters, “Radio, Television and Corporate Industrial” production are explored. Theories and practices pertaining to various “end-user” formats are covered. As well, this course enables the student to summarize and incorporate skills and concepts established throughout the entire recording technology curriculum. The objective of this course is to merge various recording technology skills into a single craft.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 276 - Advanced Studio Techniques II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 273 (C or Higher) and MUS 274 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 275
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques II cultivates multi-track recording skills augmented with soundtrack “lock to picture” post-production. Incorporating recording skills studied in pre-requisite semesters and ”Radio, Television and Corporate Industrial” production are explored. Theories and practices pertaining to various “end-user” formats are covered. As well, this course enables the student to summarize and incorporate skills and concepts established throughout the entire recording technology curriculum. The objective of this course is to merge various recording technology skills into a single craft.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Natural Sciences |
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Nat Sci General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description:
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Nat Sci Lab General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description: Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Geology
Physics
Physical Science
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Nat Sci Lab/Non Lab General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description: Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Geology
Physics
Physical Science
Natural Science (non-lab)
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Nat Sci Non Lab General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description: Natural Science (non-lab)
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Nursing |
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ADN 110 - Nursing Practice Concepts I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NUR 100 (B- or Higher) and BI 121 (C or Higher) and PY 201 (C or Higher) and EN 101 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NUR 115 and BI 122
Description: This course introduces individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts. Individual concepts include culture and functional ability. Health & illness concepts include nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, infection, pain, stress & coping, and anxiety. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and safely demonstrate basic nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $285.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 120 - Nursing Practice Concepts II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 110 (B- or Higher) and NUR 115 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: BI 122
Description: This course builds on previously introduced concepts, and introduces additional individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts. Individual concepts include culture. Health & illness concepts include fluid & electrolyte balance, thermoregulation, glucose regulation, intracranial regulation, reproduction, sexuality, immunity, inflammation, pain, stress and coping, mood and affect, psychosis, addiction, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care in a simulated/lab setting, incorporating the additional concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 130 - Health Illness Concepts I Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 120 (B- or Higher), BI 121 (C or Higher), and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the geriatric population. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include fluid & electrolyte, nutrition, perfusion, gas exchange, inflammation, infection, pain, and stress & coping, addiction, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the geriatric client while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course contains a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $14.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 135 - Application of Nursing Skills Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 120 (B- or Higher) and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 130 and ADN 140
Description: Students demonstrate safe nursing care in a simulated learning environment incorporating previously learned concepts. Emphasis is placed on communication, care coordination, collaboration, clinical judgment, teamwork and safety.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 140 - Health Illness Concepts II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 130 (B- or Higher) and BI 121 (C or Higher) and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 135 and EN 102
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the adult client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include glucose regulation, nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, inflammation, infection, pain, and stress & coping. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the adult client, incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course contains a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $140.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 210 - Family Health Illness Concepts Credit Hours: 7
Contact Hours: 13
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 135 (B- or Higher) and ADN 140 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 215 and PY 232
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the family, as well as individual clients including the infant, child, and childbearing client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include intracranial regulation, nutrition, perfusion, gas exchange, reproduction, sexuality, immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, mood & affect, psychosis, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the infant, child, and childbearing client while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $142.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 215 - Population Health and Education Concepts I Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 130 (B- or Higher), ADN 140 (B- or Higher), and ADN 135 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 210 and ADN 220
Description: This course is designed to further develop concepts of health & illness, and professional nursing considered from the context of a population (with population ranging from a local community to a global perspective). The population/community context serves as a guiding principle related to how the concepts are selected, presented and applied throughout the course fieldwork/service learning. Upon completion, students should be able to identify aspects of a population that impact health/healthcare delivery and develop service learning projects that incorporate the concepts identified in this course.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 220 - Health Illness Concepts III Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 210 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 215
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the client with complex health needs. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health and illness concepts include thermoregulation, elimination, perfusion, immunity, inflammation, infection, pain, and stress & coping and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to clients with complex health needs while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 230 - Health Illness Concepts IV Credit Hours: 7
Contact Hours: 13
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 220 (B- or Higher) and ADN 215 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 235
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on clients with complex/mental health needs. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include fluid & electrolyte balance, intracranial regulation, perfusion, gas exchange, infection, pain, stress & coping, mood & affect, anxiety, psychosis, and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to clients with complex/mental health needs while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $150.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 235 - Population Health and Education Concepts II Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 210 (B- or Higher) and ADN 220 (B- or Higher) and ADN 215 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 230 and ADN 240
Description: This course will build upon service learning projects from ADN 215 and is designed to further develop concepts of health & illness, and professional nursing considered from the context of a population (with population ranging from a local community to a global perspective). The population/community context serves as a guiding principle related to how the concepts are selected, presented and applied through field work/service learning. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care within service learning projects incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes fieldwork/service learning.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 240 - Synthesis of Nursing Concepts Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 230 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 235
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the care of a group of clients. Individual concepts include culture. Health & illness concepts include infection, pain, and stress & coping. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to a group of clients while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $305.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NUR 100 - Perspectives in Nursing Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: Eligible for EN 101
Math Prerequisites: Eligible for MA 107 or Higher; SAT Math Score of 24.5 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the role of the nurse in contemporary nursing practice. Content includes historical aspects of nursing, as well as concepts related to current trends in practice, professionalism, and healthcare policies and guidelines.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NUR 115 - Application of Basic Nursing Skills Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EN 101 (C or Higher) and PY 201 (C or Higher) and NUR 100 (B- or Higher) and [BI 121 (C or Higher) or BI 117 (C or Higher) or GH 125 (C or Higher)]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 110 or PN 110
Description: This course is designed to provide students a foundation for the understanding and safe demonstration of nursing skills. Skills include, but are not limited to, obtaining vital signs, medication administration, grooming and hygiene, use of assistive devices, oxygen administration, body positioning and range of motion, sterile technique, and dressing changes. This course takes place in the lab setting.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 110 - Introduction to Practical Nursing Concepts Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NUR 100 (B- or Higher) and PY 201 (C or Higher) and EN 101 (C or Higher) and [GH 125 (C or Higher) or BI 117 (C or Higher) or [BI 121 and BI 122 (C or Higher)]]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts. Individual concepts include culture and functional ability. Health and illness concepts include nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, infection, pain, stress & coping and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and demonstrate safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $360.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 118 - Health Illness Concepts for the Practical Nurse I Credit Hours: 6
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 110 (B- or Higher) and NUR 115 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts as they apply to the adult and geriatric client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include glucose regulation, nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, immunity, inflammation, infection, pain, stress & coping, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the geriatric and adult client incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 131 - Family Health Illness Concepts for the Practical Nurse Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 8
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 118 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the family, including infant, child, and childbearing client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include nutrition, perfusion, gas exchange, reproduction, immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the family, including infant, child, and childbearing client incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $220.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 140 - Health Illness Concepts for the Practical Nurse II Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 9
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 131 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the client with complex health needs. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the client with complex health needs incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 150 - Synthesis of Practical Nursing Concepts Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 8
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 140 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on managing and caring for groups of clients. Individual concepts include culture. Health & illness concepts include immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, addiction, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to a group of clients incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Occupational Therapy Assistant |
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OT 102 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course in an introduction to the field of Occupational Therapy. It encompasses the roles of credentialed Occupational Therapist and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, levels of education, philosophy, treatment and skills required for practice. The course includes lectures, learning activities, and observations of Occupational Therapy clinicians in treatment settings. It is open to students interested in exploring the field of Occupational Therapy. This class is a required prerequisite for admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 105 - Documentation in Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 102 (C or Higher) and BI 121 (C or Higher) and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 108
Description: This course provides an introduction to the documentation process for occupational therapy assistants with an emphasis on developing skills for clinical practice to meet professional standards and reimbursement guidelines. Additional topics include clinical reasoning skills, role delineation in documentation, use of professional terminology, and ethical and legal considerations related to the medical record. Electronic medical records and their characteristics and use are also addressed.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 108 - Therapeutic Intervention I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 105
Description: This course is an introduction to disabling conditions, purposeful activities, and treatment specific to the geriatric population. Students learn skills of planning, teaching and analyzing activities, documentation and delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 109 - Therapeutic Intervention II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 105 (C or Higher) and OT 108 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 110 , CD 118
Description: This course is for students in the OTA program. This class focuses on specialized Occupational Therapy activities and their application to the treatment of children. Topics include self-care, play-leisure activities, evaluation of developmental, gross/fine and sensory motor areas, use of mobility aids, hand treatment, physical agent modalities and splint fabrication.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 110 - Disabling Conditions Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: [OT 102 and OT 105 and OT 108 and BI 121 and BI 122 and PY 201 (all C or Higher)]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 109 and PY 231
Description: In this course students identify the definition, etiology, symptoms, systems, prognosis, precautions, medical treatment, and Occupational Therapy treatment of selected disabling conditions. Emphasis is on specific Occupational Therapy treatment techniques and activities.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 208 - Therapeutic Interventions III Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 105 (C or Higher) and OT 108 (C or Higher) and OT 109 (C or Higher) and OT 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 214 , OT 215 , OT 220 , OT 224
Description: This course is a correlation between activities and Occupational Therapy treatment of the adult population. Topics include assessment, treatment planning, activity analysis, service management, assistive technology, work rehabilitation and adaptive equipment.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 214 - Kinesiology in Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in the following courses: OT 102 and OT 105 and OT 108 and OT 110 and BI 121 and BI 122 and GH 110
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 208 and OT 220 and OT 224
Description: This course is an investigation of structural anatomy, biomechanical principles, and human movement in the context of activity. Clinical applications focus on Occupational Therapy assessment, intervention and documentation in the areas of range of motion, muscle strength, posture, body mechanics, mobility and balance, therapeutic exercise, positioning, bed mobility, and transfers.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 215 - Supplemental Practice Skills for Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 109 (C or Higher) and OT 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course offers in-depth practical training in current and emerging areas of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions. Written assignments which support the use of these interventions within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice are required. This course is intended to supplement student knowledge and skills.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 220 - Fieldwork I Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introductory Occupational Therapy fieldwork experience which exposes the student to the disabled client/patient. It consists of observation, client interviews, activity analysis and limited participation in several settings of Occupational Therapy practice. Students are exposed to COTA/OTR role delineation in a community practice setting. Forty-five (45) hours of arranged fieldwork observation completed in two placements. Student must successfully complete OT 224 in order to successfully complete OT 220. CPR training is required prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $58.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 224 - Fieldwork Integration I Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with an opportunity for guided exchange of information related to their OTA field experiences. Discussion centers on observations, ethics, treatment techniques, professional discipline, and activity analysis. Students must successfully complete OT 220 to successfully complete OT 224.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 230 - Fieldwork II Credit Hours: 10
Contact Hours: 35
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course requires a fieldwork experience in two different treatment settings supervised by an OTR and/or a COTA. The focus is on application of acquired knowledge of Occupational Therapy. Students perform duties and treatment identified in the performance objectives at each treatment setting. Two 8-week full time experiences are included. Students must successfully complete OT 235 in order to successfully complete OT 230. Must be CPR certified prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $35.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 235 - Fieldwork Integration II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with an opportunity for guided exchange of information related to students field experiences. The course focuses on professional writing, quality assurance, reimbursement, scope of practice, occupational therapy techniques, job seeking skills, and exposure to professional organizations. Students must successfully complete OT 230 to successfully complete OT 235.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PL Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: None
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PL 201 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course includes a consideration of some basic problems of philosophy, rationalistic and scientific knowledge, the mind and body, the nature of humanity and self-identity, and values in human conduct from the point of view of historical and contemporary schools of philosophy. It employs a historical overview and analysis of the important philosophical trends in metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics as they have developed within the western tradition. Students should bring to the course developed skills in reading and writing.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 202 - Introduction to Logic Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to help the students to distinguish good/correct reasoning from bad/incorrect reasoning, learn to analyze fallacies, and use methods and principles developed by logicians to evaluate deductive and inductive arguments.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 205 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Why should I be moral? What is the right thing to do? This course helps students to understand different approaches to ethics in the history of moral philosophy and gain an overview of contemporary moral issues. After completing this course, the students will be better equipped to make moral judgments, choose to do the right things, and live a virtuous life.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 206 - Biomedical Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course emphasizes on both helping the students to understand the ethical theories and using the moral framework acquired in this course to determine the social and moral obligations in the wake of recent scientific, technological, and social developments. The students will have the opportunity to discuss ethical dilemmas today’s society is facing in general, and the fundamental moral issues related to science, technology, and medicine in particular. Also, the students will learn to articulate their own moral positions by writing about the basic moral and social issues confronting all of us in society today.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 207 - Contemporary Moral Choices Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Today we are constantly facing challenges related to social, political, and personal ethics. This course helps the students to understand different moral theories and principles, identify the contemporary moral issues, and evaluate moral choices available. After completing this course, the students will be better equipped to deal with the challenges in morality.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 209 - Business Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students will examine ethical aspects of business norms and practices. Students will address issues and questions concentrating on how moral standards apply particularly to businesses, institutions, and behaviors. Recommended Skills: Students should bring to the course developed skills in reading and writing.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PO Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: None
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 101 - Photography I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course explores and introduces photography as a creative art form. Students learn how to use a digital camera and industry standard software to discover new ways for making pictures. Students are introduced to different photographic approaches through demonstrations, practical projects, and hands-on editing in our state-of-the-art digital lab. A digital camera with manual controls and Interchangeable lens is required for this course.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 102 - Photography II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 101 (C- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course reinforces the concepts acquired in PO 101 , with further investigation into the technical and creative practices of photography. Students learn all aspects involved in the creation of high quality exhibition-ready prints by using professional inkjet printing systems and digital workflow. Flash units are used to introduce off-camera lighting techniques and methods of artificial lighting. A fully adjustable digital camera with interchangeable lens (DSLR), capable of shooting in RAW format is required.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 105 - History of Photography as Art Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is a mediated lecture course that studies the history of photography as an art form, since its inception in 1839. Special emphasis is on photography’s contribution to past visual arts and social history, as well as to contemporary art. Topics include the lives and works of the key photographers, the historical processes (both silver and alternative), and the basic categories.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 106 - Digital Imaging I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed for students who possess good knowledge of photographic foundations. It provides students with the tools to manipulate and enhance digital photographic images with Adobe Photoshop. Students create original and contemporary photographic imagery through exploration of the latest digital image processing techniques.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 126 - Darkroom Black and White Photography Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This class teaches students the traditional, chemistry-based photographic darkroom process. 35mm and other film cameras are used. Students learn the archival nature of the medium and practice exposure, development, and printing to create expressive, analog photographic images.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 220 - Experimental Analog Photography Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 126 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This class expands students’ skills in the chemistry-based darkroom environment. Students are introduced to the large format 4x5 View Camera, medium format, and other format cameras. Additionally, they investigate experimental and nontraditional applications of black-and-white imaging materials and processes.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 230 - Digital Imaging II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 106 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course emphasizes the individual creative voice, skill development, and how to work independently to create a cohesive body of work ready for portfolio reviews and exhibition opportunities. Course goals are achieved through use of advanced digital technologies, fine art inkjet printing, online self-publishing tools, social media networks, and lectures on contemporary photographic art.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 245 - Studio Lighting Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces the use of artificial lights in the studio setting and on location. With continuous lights and strobe units, studio equipment, lighting theory and techniques, students explore several topics to create a fine art and commercial portfolio of photographs.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 260 - Introduction to Video Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to video capture using DSLR cameras, and to editing techniques utilizing current Adobe Creative Cloud software. Students explore new ways of creating and presenting video work in the photography world.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 262 - Video II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 260 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed for students who already possess the basic knowledge of video practices in photography. It is intended to provide exploration of advanced tools and to introduce students to concepts and practices that they will encounter while working as video artists in the professional environment. Aesthetic outcomes will be achieved through concept development and work flow practices that make high quality video art possible.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PC 101 - General Physical Science Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is a physical science survey course. Topics include the concepts of matter and energy, the conservation laws, measurement, physical, chemical, and nuclear changes, the periodic table, bonding, electricity, magnetism, heat, and light. Real world contexts are used as a basis for understanding the course content.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences
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PC 141 - Science of Sound Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 98 , MA 99 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 124 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a survey of the nature of sound, and the relationship between perceived quantities (pitch, loudness, etc.) and measurable quantities (frequency, amplitude, etc.). The major emphasis is on room acoustics, including recording studios, home listening rooms and auditoriums.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PH 111 - Physics of Everyday Life Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a study of physics as it relates to everyday life. This course is designed as a laboratory science course for non-science majors. Topics include motion, forces, water, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism and light. The course is especially suitable for students pursuing careers in elementary education or criminal justice, and anyone interested in a brisk physics survey. Recommended Skills: Basic high school algebra skills, similar to MA 98 , are strongly recommended for those enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
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PH 115 - Technical Physics Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) or MA 107 (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a survey of the fundamental principles of physics. Topics include mechanics, heat, sound and light, and other physical properties of matter. Emphasis is placed on technical applications rather than the theoretical origins of the laws of physics.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
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PH 125 - College Physics I Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is the first semester of a basic algebra/trig non-calculus course sequence in General Physics for non-Physical Science majors. It includes the study of motion and energy from the point of view of forces and conservation principles. The math skills consistent with high school Algebra 2 will be used repeatedly throughout the course. Basic trigonometry will be defined first and then used often in problem solving.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences
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PH 126 - College Physics II Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PH 125 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is the second semester of a basic algebra/trig non-calculus course sequence in general physics for non-physical science majors. It includes the study of waves, electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and topics in modern physics. Much of the focus of the electromagnetism portion of the class is on understanding electronic circuits and their components. As with Physics 125, the prerequisite course for Physics 126, this course uses math in problem solving, including the math skills consistent with high school Algebra 2 and basic trigonometry throughout the semester.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PH 245 - Calculus Physics I Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 133 (C or Higher) OR MA 134 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: Eligible for EN 101
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: PH 245 is the first part of a two-semester course sequence. Topics including vectors, kinematics, classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, oscillations, and thermodynamics are taught through both lecture and laboratory based experiences.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences
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PH 246 - Calculus Physics II Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PH 245 (C or Higher) and MA 134 (C- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: PH 246 is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of calculus-based physics. Introduces electromagnetic waves, the nature of light and geometric optics. Topics include electric charge and fields, electric potential, electric current circuits, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction, and alternating current circuits.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 100 - Wellness and Tactics I Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides an overview of the role of wellness and fitness in the job of a law enforcement officer. Students learn that in order to be a healthy police officer, one must have a healthy mind, body, and soul. Topics of health and wellness are combined with tactical communications, the mechanics of arrest, and application of subject control. This course is the first of a two course sequence.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 101 - Firearms Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to lethal police weaponry and the policies, tactics and liabilities of their use. Students learn basic fundamentals of shooting at various distances with a handgun, patrol rifle and shotgun. Students are required to qualify with these weapons on a police range. Students become proficient in basic marksmanship using a handgun and a shotgun and in utilizing close quarter combat techniques.
Course Fee: $280.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 102 - Emergency Vehicle Operations Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn the techniques used in police precision and pursuit driving. Field driving and practice of learned techniques are emphasized. This class also has an emphasis on legalities, policies and procedures.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 103 - Tactical First Aid Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to first aid. However, the certifications in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator ( AED) are prerequisites for the MCOLES basic training first aid objectives. The course covers tactical emergency casualty care, care for environmental emergencies, care for medical emergencies, and practical first aid exercises.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 104 - Substantive Criminal Law Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to laws regarding crimes against persons, property, contraband, regulatory crimes, and public order crimes. In order to gain an understanding of how the criminal justice system is built upon constitutional law, students learn about laws of evidence and juvenile law.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 105 - Criminal Procedures Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn the laws and procedures for arresting and charging suspects. Topics include laws of admissions and confessions; laws of arrest; laws of search warrants; laws on warrantless searches; laws of suspect identification, court functions, and civil law; and laws regarding domestic violence.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 106 - Patrol Procedures I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn preparation for patrol, radio and telephone communications, administration procedures, ethics in policing, laws pertaining to civil rights and human relations, cultural awareness and diversity, interpersonal skills, dealing with civil disputes and discussing the different types of patrols. Responding to crimes in progress and dealing with persons with mental disorders is also covered.
Course Fee: $75.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 107 - Criminal Investigations I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn the investigative techniques associated with criminal investigations. Practical procedures involved in interrogation, arrest, preliminary investigations, witness interviewing, suspect identification procedures, crime scene search, recording the crime scene, collection of preservation of evidence, processing property and dealing with juveniles and their families.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 108 - Introduction to Traffic Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to the principles and practice of traffic enforcement and control. Students are engaged in a detailed examination of Michigan motor vehicle law, driver licensing and driving liability.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 109 - Accident Investigations and OWI Laws Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course covers the principles and practices of traffic crash reporting and investigation. Students learn how to measure and sketch crash scenes, collect evidence and interview witnesses in the field. Students learn OWI laws and Standardized Field Sobriety testing.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 110 - Report Writing Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides skill development and instruction in writing for criminal justice. Students learn how to create field notes, computer generated reports, narrative reports, case summaries, and professional correspondence.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 200 - Wellness and Tactics II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is the second course in the Wellness and Tactics two-course sequence. It continues the overview of the role of wellness and fitness in the job of a law enforcement officer. Students continue to learn that in order to be a healthy police officer, one must have a healthy mind, body, and soul. Topics of health and wellness are combined with the application of subject control, mechanics of arrest, police tactical techniques, and scenarios.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 206 - Patrol Procedures II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn types of police patrol, preparation for patrol area checks, how to deal with juvenile offenders, civil disorder, domestic violence, tactical operations, and how to handle hazardous materials and explosive devices.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 207 - Criminal Investigations II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course students are introduced to the science of criminal investigation. They become familiar with the examination of scientific methods used in the search, collection, and processing of crime scene data. Practical exercises in fingerprinting and crime scene investigation, recording and sketching the scene are also performed. Specific kinds of crimes such as homicide, auto theft, sexual assault, child abuse/neglect, narcotics, prisoner care and treatment, and suspect identification processes are explored.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PS Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: None
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PS 110 - American Government Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is an introductory course in American government and politics. Students learn the theoretical and historical foundation of American government and the basic structure of institutions set forth in the Constitution. Utilizing current events, students begin to understand the relationship - and power struggle - between the states and the federal government, interest groups and political parties, and citizens. Students learn the impact that government has on our every-day lives through civil liberties and civil rights issues.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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PS 200 - State and Local Politics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course examines the structure, functions, and issues of state and local government with an emphasis on the State of Michigan. It covers the separation of powers and overlapping jurisdictions of states, counties, townships, cities, villages, and school districts. The issues of sovereignty, crime, education, economic development, and government finances are also discussed.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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PS 201 - Comparative Governments Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course examines government and domestic politics as it exists in other states around the world. It uses states in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas as case studies. Students examine political, cultural, economic, and historical reasons for similarities and differences between states. The United States is useful as a point of reference. In the process students discover alternative ways of dealing with familiar problems, and a greater understanding of the differences around our world.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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PS 202 - International Relations Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the scope, process, and components of International Relations, a subfield of political science. It introduces students to a variety of theoretical approaches to understanding the themes, issues, and debates of international affairs. Students gain an understanding of foreign policy objectives, international actors’ interactions, and trends in the international system, while acquiring skills to describe and analyze the context of world politics, economy, and cultures.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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PS 215 - Asian Politics Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR
- EN 97 (C or Higher) OR
- Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR
- ACT English 18 or Higher OR
- SAT Writing 25 or Higher
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to provide students with a broad introduction to the study of the political, social, economic, and legal structures of China and Japan, with an emphasis on history and culture of these two great civilizations. All this can only be meaningfully understood in their own psychological development, cultural setting, and conceptual framework. China and Japan hold significant weight in the balance of power of the world. As such, their relationship with and the role of the United States in East Asia will be explored and discussed.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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PS 230 - Introduction to Political Theory Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: The focus of Political Theory is on how political life should be organized, as opposed to on how it actually is. Through the study of major political philosophers, we try to find the answer to the fundamental question of political theory: What is a good society? Along the way, the course covers the issues of the proper arrangements of political institutions, the most desirable ways for individuals to interact in politics, and the appropriate relationships between political institutions and individuals.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PS 245 - Great Decisions Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is devoted to current geopolitical issues, such as global climate change, migration, human trafficking, and war and terrorism, which are a part of the Great Decisions Lecture Series hosted by the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan. Students attend lectures delivered by distinguished professors, diplomats, and journalists, and discuss complex topics deeply affecting world affairs, society, and the environment.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PS 250 - American Constitutional Foundations Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In PS 250 students study the significant and continuing impact that the judicial system has on the development of our political system. This course introduces students to the process of constitutional decision making in the U.S., with particular emphasis on the U.S. Supreme Court. Students analyze the political and constitutional sources of presidential, congressional, and judicial power, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights. Also assessed are the potential societal changes decisions could produce and the importance of the Judiciary as a major player in social change in past and present American society.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PY Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: None
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PY 100 - Strategies for College and Life Success Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to assist students in becoming active learners through self-assessment, self-exploration, skill development, and building an understanding of the college environment. This class uses psychology to help students explore, understand, and problem solve larger life issues that may be interfering with their success as a learner while offering tools and techniques intended to improve college and life success. This is not an introduction to psychology class.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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