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2016-2017 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM
The course numbering system is alpha-numeric, consisting of four letters and three numbers. The letters indicate the subject area of the course. Developmental courses have a zero as the initial digit. Freshman level courses carry numbers between 100 and 199. Sophomore courses are numbered 200 to 299. Junior and senior level courses carry numbers between 300 and 499.
Speaking and Writing Reading Intensive courses are indicated in the course description section of this catalog.
Listing for Special Instruction Courses. Vincennes University offers instruction tailored to the needs of special populations. The instruction is individualized to the particular needs of the business or industry, with emphasis that the content be college level. The following courses are established to permit flexibility within established credit hour designations.
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Nursing, Practical |
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NURP 150 - Nursing II
8 hrs (Sem II)
This course is a continuation of NURP 105 and continues to utilize and build on the fundamental knowledge and skills from NURP 100 . It is designed to assist students in applying the nursing process to adult clients of varying age groups who are experiencing common health stressors associated with the neurosensory, integumentary, urinary, and reproductive systems and individuals experiencing cancer and the stressor of surgery. Integrated within the therapeutic needs are effective communication, caring, client education, nutritional modifications and commonly used drugs with emphasis on the basic classifications and the physiologic effects on the body. Students are provided the opportunity through clinical experiences to utilize the nursing process in customizing a plan of care for clients with moderately complex medical and/or surgical problems. 4 lecture hours, 22.5 clinical laboratory hours per week for 8 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , NURP 110 , PSYC 142 ; BIOL 107 /BIOL 107L or BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L and BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L . Corequisite(s): NURP 155 , NURP 160 , and NURP 165 .
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NURP 155 - Geriatric Nursing
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course looks at the physical, mental, and psychosocial aspects of aging and at the impact of aging on adaptation to health stressors. Topics covered include physical and functional assessment, normal changes of aging on body systems, common chronic diseases of the elderly, nutrition and pharmacology in the elderly, and health care systems for the elderly. Legal and ethical issues are considered throughout. Students are provided the opportunity through clinical experiences to utilize the nursing process in customizing a plan of care to meet the needs of older adult clients and their families. Observation experiences in community agencies concerned with the health and welfare of the older adult are also provided. 1.5 lecture hours, 22.5 clinical laboratory hours per week for 3 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , NURP 110 , PSYC 142 ; BIOL 107 /BIOL 107L or BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L and BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L . Corequisite(s): NURP 150 , NURP 160 , NURP 165 .
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NURP 160 - Nursing of Children
5 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to develop basic knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential to provide safe nursing care to the pediatric client/family experiencing common health stressors. Emphasis is given to normal growth and development, health promotion, and nutrition. Clinical experiences provide students the opportunity to develop skills and to utilize the nursing process to meet the basic needs of the pediatric client/family. Observation experiences are planned in community agencies concerned with child health and wellness to enhance students’ knowledge base of growth and developmental principles and pediatric health care. 3 lecture hours, 22.5 clinical laboratory hours per week for 4 weeks.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , NURP 110 , PSYC 142 ; BIOL 107 /BIOL 107L or BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L and BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L . Corequisite(s): NURP 150 , NURP 155 and NURP 165 .
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NURP 161 - Nursing of Children Discussion
1 hr (Sem II)
This course is designed to be a companion course to NURP 160 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 1 class hour.
Corequisite(s): NURP 160 .
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NURP 165 - Personal and Vocational Issues
2 hrs (Sem II)
This course explores the complexities of the health care system and the issues that practical nurses will confront as they begin a career in practical nursing. Emphasis is placed on the ethical, legal and moral responsibilities, the role, and the expectations of practical nurses in the health care delivery system. Career planning and management, along with discussion of the transition from the role of students to beginning practical nurse practitioners, are included. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , NURP 110 , PSYC 142 ; BIOL 107 /BIOL 107L or BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L and BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L . Corequisite(s): NURP 150 , NURP 155 , and NURP 160 .
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NURP 200 - Nursing III
4 hrs (Summer)
This course is a culmination of the practical nursing program. It is designed to build on the knowledge base acquired in previous courses. Beginning leadership and management skills are introduced, and students are given the opportunity to manage care for a group of clients. The course further introduces students to the care of patients experiencing mental and emotional stressors. Emphasis is placed on strategies in communicating therapeutically. Students are provided the opportunity through clinical experiences to utilize the nursing process in developing a plan of care for clients with complex medical and/or surgical problems and to assist clients with mental and emotional stressors. Experiences are also planned in a variety of settings to enhance students’ knowledge base of client needs and nursing problems in varying degrees of complexity. 4 lecture hours, 22.5 clinical laboratory hours (8-week theory course; 4-week clinical laboratory).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 150 , NURP 155 , NURP 160 , and NURP 165 . Corequisite(s): NURP 205 .
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NURP 205 - Care of Mother and Newborn
5 hrs (Summer)
The focus of this course is on the care of the childbearing woman and family during pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium. Includes health promotion for the mother and developing fetus, common stressors of pregnancy, and adaptation needs of the newborn. Clinical experiences in the areas of labor and delivery, postpartum and newborn nursery provide students with the opportunity to utilize the nursing process and to develop skills to meet the needs of the woman, family, and newborn. Experiences are also planned in a variety of settings to enhance students’ knowledge base of pre- and postnatal care. 5.5 lecture hours, 22.5 clinical laboratory hours (8-week theory course; 4-week clinical laboratory).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 150 , NURP 155 , NURP 160 and NURP 165 . Corequisite(s): NURP 200 .
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Nursing, A.S. and B.S. Degrees |
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NURS 100 - Nursing Fundamentals
8 hrs (Sem I)
Introduces the philosophy and conceptual framework of the curriculum. Basic legal aspects, communication skills, impact of illness and hospitalization on the client, external safety, client teaching and learning, death and dying as they apply to nursing are discussed. The nursing process is taught to organize nursing care as well as to promote client health. The fundamental skills and knowledge used in basic nursing care are covered. Content focuses upon common assessments and nursing interventions to meet the basic physiological needs of oxygenation, normal (basic) nutrition, bowel and urinary elimination, activity and mobility, and sleep and rest. Comfort needs, safety needs, fundamental pharmacological concepts, perioperative care, fluid and electrolytes, and alterations associated with infection and inflammation are included. The laboratory is utilized for the students to acquire basic nursing skills. Clinical laboratory in long-term and acute health care agencies allows students to apply the nursing process when caring for the client with common health problems. Physical assessment skills are also taught in clinical. 5 lecture hours, 4.5 laboratory hours, 4.5 clinical laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Associate of Science in Nursing Program.
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NURS 101 - Nursing Fundamentals Discussion
1 hr (Sem I)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 100 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 1 class hour.
Corequisite(s): NURS 100 .
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NURS 130 - Maternal-Newborn Nursing
4 hrs (Sem II)
Builds on basic curricular concepts and principles. Newborns up to one month of age experiencing hepatic, respiratory, mobility, neurological, cardiovascular and nutritional stressors are covered. Consideration is given to assisting the mother and family with antepartal, labor, birthing, and postpartal stressors. Gynecological stressors and women’s health issues are addressed. Acute care facilities are utilized. Students apply the nursing process in the clinical setting when providing care for women and newborns experiencing common stressors. 5 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours (8-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURS 100 , BIOL 111 , and BIOL 111L . Corequisite(s): NURS 150 .
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NURS 131 - Maternal-Newborn Nursing Discussion
1 hr (Sem II)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 130 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 2 class hours (8-week course).
Corequisite(s): NURS 130 .
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NURS 150 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I
4 hrs (Sem II)
Builds on basic curricular concepts and principles. The nursing process is used when caring for clients with stressors of alterations in acid-base balance, nutritional intake and elimination, nutritional absorption and metabolism, cancer, and musculoskeletal integrity. Nutritional concerns, as they relate to these alterations and stressors, are included. The laboratory is utilized for students to acquire more advanced nursing skills. Students apply the nursing process in the clinical setting when caring for the adult client with common medical and surgical health problems. 5 lecture hours, 7 clinical laboratory hours, 2 laboratory hours (8-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURS 100 , BIOL 111 , and BIOL 111L . Corequisite(s): NURS 130 .
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NURS 151 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I Discussion
1 hr (Sem II)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 150 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 2 class hours (8-week course).
Corequisite(s): NURS 150 .
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NURS 170 - LPN Experiential Credit
11 hrs (Sem II, Summer)
This course is designed to award advanced placement credit at no charge for first-year nursing knowledge and experience.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the ASN Completion Concentration for Licensed Practical Nurses. Licensed Practical Nurses must complete NURS 171 with a grade of C or better to obtain credit for this course.
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NURS 171 - Transitions
5 hrs (Sem II, Summer)
The curriculum theory base is introduced, as is the role of the Associate Degree nurse. The nursing process is reviewed, with emphasis on the RN role. Core content from the first year ADN program is covered; a pretest determines depth of content coverage. The laboratory provides returning students the opportunity to update those skills that may not have been a part of their recent clinical practice. Several advanced skills are introduced, and an orientation to the clinical agencies is included. Upon completion of NURS 171 with a grade of C or better, students will receive advanced placement credit in NURS 170 . 4 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the ASN Completion Concentration for Licensed Practical Nurses, or a grade of C or better in NURS 100 , NURS 130 and NURS 150 ; and a grade of C or better in BIOL 111 and BIOL 111L .
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NURS 200 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II
4 hrs (Sem I)
Continues to build on the basic curricular concepts and principles. The nursing process is used when caring for adult clients with stressors of alterations in respiratory, cardiovascular, peripheral vascular, lower urinary and renal function. Nutritional concerns, as they relate to these alterations and stressors, are included. The nursing process is utilized when providing care for adult clients with multiple common health problems within the acute care setting. 5 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours (8-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in BIOL 112 and BIOL 112L ; and a grade of C or better in NURS 100 and NURS 130 and NURS 150 or NURS 171 . Corequisite(s): NURS 230 .
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NURS 201 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II Discussion
1 hr (Sem I)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 200 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 2 class hours (8-week course).
Corequisite(s): NURS 200 .
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NURS 230 - Pediatric Nursing
4 hrs (Sem I)
The nursing process is used when caring for pediatric clients with alterations of respiratory, musculoskeletal, integumentary, sensory-neurological, abnormal cell growth, and nutritional absorption and metabolism. Students apply the nursing process in the clinical setting in providing care for the client, ages one month through adolescence, with acute and chronic health problems. Emphasis is placed on normal growth and development and health promotion. Nutritional concerns, as they relate to these alterations and stressors, are included. 5 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours (8-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in BIOL 112 and BIOL 112L ; and a grade of C or better in NURS 100 and NURS 130 and NURS 150 or NURS 171 . Corequisite(s): NURS 200 .
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NURS 231 - Pediatric Nursing Discussion
1 hr (Sem I)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 230 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 2 class hours (8-week course).
Corequisite(s): NURS 230 .
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NURS 240 - Psychosocial Nursing
4 hrs (Sem II)
This course continues to build on curricular concepts and principles. Theories of mental health and illness, neurobiology and legal considerations regarding care of adults and children are addressed. The nursing process is used when caring for the adult client to adapt to stressors of anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, cognitive disorders, psychoactive substance abuse and violence. The nursing process is also utilized to assist children and adolescents to adapt to behavioral and developmental disorders. Nutritional concerns, as they relate to these alterations and stressors, are included. Students study assessment techniques, and the dynamics of behavioral modification, group dynamics, milieu therapy, and pharmacological therapy. Consideration is also given to impaired professionals and the promotion of mental health for the geriatric client. Acute care and community agencies are utilized. 5 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours (8-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURS 200 and NURS 230 . Corequisite(s): NURS 250 , NURS 260 .
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NURS 241 - Psychosocial Nursing Discussion
1 hr (Sem II)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 240 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 2 class hours (8-week course).
Corequisite(s): NURS 240 .
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NURS 250 - Medical-Surgical Nursing III
4 hrs (Sem II)
Continues to build on curricular concepts and principles. Content focuses upon using the nursing process to assist adult clients with alterations in neurological, sensory, integumentary and endocrine health problems. Nutritional concerns, as they relate to these alterations and stressors, are included. The nursing process is used to provide comprehensive care to the adult client with complex, multiple health problems. Acute care agencies are utilized for clinical experience. 5 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours (8-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURS 200 and NURS 230 . Corequisite(s): NURS 240 and NURS 260 .
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NURS 251 - Medical-Surgical Nursing III Discussion
1 hr (Sem II)
This course is designed to be an elective/companion course to NURS 250 . Students will further explore topics covered in the companion course in order to improve understanding and retention of nursing concepts. 2 class hours (8-week course).
Corequisite(s): NURS 250 .
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NURS 260 - Issues and Trends
2 hrs (Sem II)
Continues to build on curricular concepts and principles. Designed to assist students in development of decision-making skills related to issues and trends in nursing practice. Students participate in detailed presentations, portfolio development, and research paper writing. Emphasizes preparation for entry into practice, licensure, dealing with the ethical and legal dilemmas of professional nursing, delegation, role of nursing in health care and health care delivery systems. 2 lecture hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURS 200 and NURS 230 ; ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 ; COMM 143 or COMM 148 ; PSYC 142 ; BIOL 208 and BIOL 208L ; and a grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in SOCL 151 . Corequisite(s): NURS 240 and NURS 250 .
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NURS 270 - Pharmacology for Nurses
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course introduces pharmacological aspects of nursing. Content will include drug classifications as well as complementary and alternative medication therapy. Therapeutic effects, adverse effects, and nursing implications will be addressed. The nursing role in patient education will also be covered. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 112 and BIOL 112L .
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NURS 300 - Professional Nursing
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to assist the student with the transition into the role of a baccalaureate prepared nurse. Course content includes nursing theory, the identification of clinical questions, and application of evidence-based practice. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RN to BSN completion program.
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NURS 320 - Health Care Policy
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to develop the student’s basic knowledge of healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environments. Course content includes reimbursement methods, legislative and regulatory processes, and the impact of healthcare policies on healthcare delivery. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RN to BSN completion program.
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NURS 330 - Physical Assessment
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to enhance the student’s assessment skills as applied to clients across the lifespan and amongst diverse groups. Course content includes advanced interviewing skills and physical assessment techniques, as well as interpretation and communication of normal and abnormal assessments. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RN to BSN completion program.
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NURS 340 - Pathophysiology
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to enhance the student’s understanding the pathogenesis of complex health processes. Emphasis is placed on applying content to evidence-based nursing practice. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NURS 355 - Pharmacology
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to enhance the student’s understanding of pharmacological management. Course content includes the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of major medication classifications. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RN to BSN completion program.
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NURS 360 - Introduction to Nursing Research
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic elements of the research process. Course content includes protecting human subjects, evaluating and synthesizing evidence from research studies, developing research questions, and integrating evidence into patient care. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 110 or HSGN 311 ; and a grade of C or better in NURS 300 .
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NURS 380 - Gerontology Nursing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to enhance the student’s ability to promote, maintain, and restore health and independence in the older adult. Course content will be guided by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Recommended Baccalaureate Competencies and Curricular Guidelines for the Nursing Care of Older Adults. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NURS 400 - Informatics
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to promote the student’s fundamental understanding of information technology in nursing. Course content includes ethics related to technology, as well as using informatics to provide safe patient care and improve patient outcomes. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN-BSN Completion Program.
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NURS 460 - Community Health Nursing
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to develop the student’s ability to apply nursing care at the population level. Course content includes health promotion, disease and injury prevention, disaster preparedness, and health education. 3.5 class hours, 1.5 clinical laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN-BSN Completion Program.
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NURS 475 - Nursing Leadership and Management
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to develop the student’s leadership skills. Course content includes leadership characteristics, conflict resolution, communication techniques, and the nurse’s role as a leader in healthcare delivery. 3.5 class hours, 1.5 clinical laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NURS 485 - Quality and Safety in Nursing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to enhance the student’s ability to evaluate evidence-based standards to improve the quality and safety of patient care. Course content includes health literacy, advocacy, and critiquing quality and safety standards relevant to nursing practice. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NURS 490 - Capstone Experience in Baccalaureate Nursing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is intended to synthesize and integrate the knowledge and skills of the major course work and the University Core Curriculum course work. Students will be required to complete a major research project aimed at addressing a philosophic, social, political, economic, or historical problem connected to their major field of study. Activities in the course will include a major research paper and an oral presentation based on significant research and project results. These activities will be opportunities for students to display the content knowledge, research skills, critical thinking, affective learning, and presentation skills needed to be life-long learners. 3 class hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURS 300 and NURS 360 ; and a grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 355 , NURS 380 , NURS 400 , NURS 460 , NURS 475 , and NURS 485 .
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Office Administration |
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OADM 100 - Keyboarding I
2 hrs (Sem I)
Open to students who have had NO keyboarding training. Fundamentals of machine manipulation, touch keyboarding, centering, tabulation, keyboarding of memos, letters, tables, and reports. Speed, accuracy, and techniques are stressed using word processing software. Upon completion, secretarial majors enroll in OADM 150 . 4 lecture/laboratory hours.
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OADM 107 - Business Protocol Seminar
1 hr (Sem I)
Individual personal and professional development will be enhanced by this course. Topics to be covered include: first impressions, greetings and introductions, business dress, restaurant etiquette and table manners. Students will be required to attend an evening dinner session. 1 lecture hour.
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OADM 150 - Keyboarding II
2 hrs (Sem I)
A course covering review of basic skills, business letters, simple tables, manuscripts, and parallel columns using word processing software. 4 lecture/laboratory hours.
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OADM 151 - Office Procedures and Business Machines
1 hr (Sem I, II)
This course focuses on basic office procedures and machines used in a business. Topics covered will include taking messages, greeting clients, confidentiality, using a copy machine, using a fax machine, using a 10-key calculator, and filing. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.
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OADM 152 - Communications and Office Etiquette
1 hr (Sem I, II)
This course will focus on proper etiquette in a business setting. Topics covered will be interviewing skills, presentation skills, dress, resumes, cover letters, receptionist etiquette, email and phone etiquette. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.
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OADM 153 - Electronic Calculations
1 hr (Sem I)
This course is offered for students wishing to become proficient in 10-key touch data entry. Review of basic mathematical principles with business application exercises is included. Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of MATT 109 Business Mathematics is recommended for enrolling in this course. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.
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OADM 155 - Records Management
3 hrs (Sem II)
Study the basic rules and broad issues relative to records management. Topics covered include alphabetic, geographic, numeric and subject methods of records filing; controlling the use of stored records, methods for storing and retrieving special records; managing the records systems and a discussion of microrecords. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
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OADM 161 - Word Processing
3 hrs (Sem I)
Individuals will learn word processing for initial employment, job retraining, or for home use and will learn to fully utilize Windows software on up-to-date computers. In addition, current office technology and computer concepts will be emphasized. This course will include current word processing software. A lab fee will be assessed to students so they can sit for the MOUS exam. 3 class hours.
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OADM 170 - Medical Terminology
3 hrs (Sem I)
An introductory course designed for professional health field personnel, such as hospital administrators, nurses, nurses’ aides, medical record librarians, medical secretaries, medical technologists, radiology technologists, physical therapists, and inhalation therapists. Medical terminology, analysis of medical term prefixes, suffixes, root words, and an anatomy and physiology glossary of systems of the body are stressed. 3 lecture hours.
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OADM 175 - Medical Insurance Coding for the Physician Practice
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course will focus on basic diagnosis and procedure coding for the physician office. By learning the theory of medical coding, the student will be able to properly code and sequence both CPT and ICD-9/ICD-10 codes from the physician’s office note, operative note, consult note, or history and physical note. Course content focuses on coding for the professional charges submitted on a CMS-1500 claim form (electronic or paper). 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in OADM 170 .
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OADM 210 - Advanced Communication Tools
3 hrs (Sem II)
The student must have a keyboarding skill of 50 wpm before taking this course. Students will be prepared to use software programs that effectively handle communication. Emphasis will be placed on speech recognition software and will develop proficiency using the software. Speed and accuracy utilizing word processing software will also be covered. Various business documents will be covered utilizing current word processing software. Students will be introduced to handwriting recognition software. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
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OADM 215 - Machine Transcription
2 hrs (Sem II)
Information processing systems require knowledgeable employees who are skilled in processing, retrieving, and transmitting data. Mastery of oral and written communication is vital for successful performance. Students will develop machine transcription skills and apply the cognitive skills of spelling, punctuation, grammar, formatting, and problem solving during the transcription process. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Some keyboarding experience recommended.
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OADM 230 - Medical Insurance Billing
3 hrs (Sem II)
Students will develop a basic knowledge of the creation of a health insurance claim form (CMS-1500) for reimbursement from insurance companies. Students will learn about Commercial Insurance, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Medicare insurance billing rules and regulations as well as how to fill out a CMS-1500 claim form on each one of these insurance carriers. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in OADM 170 ; and a grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in OADM 175 .
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OADM 231 - Advanced Medical Insurance Billing
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course will introduce our students to the world of electronic healthcare. Allscripts PM (Practice Management) and Allscripts EHR (Electronic Health Record) will be utilized to give the students hands-on training. Allscripts PM is practice management software utilized in medical practices to register patients, schedule appointments, enter charges, and post payments. Allscripts EHR is utilized in medical practices as the electronic medical record and the main focus will be on teaching the students how to function as a medical scribe. Scribes are individuals trained in medical documentation who assist a medical provider throughout his or her shift. They serve as a personal assistant to the provider to help make them more efficient and productive. The primary function of a scribe is the creation and maintenance of the patient’s medical record, which is done under the supervision of the provider. The scribe will document the patient’s story, the provider’s interaction with the patient, the procedures performed, the results of laboratory studies, and other pertinent information. This is accomplished by using a laptop or tablet computer, which the scribe takes with him or her throughout the shift. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in OADM 230 .
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OADM 232 - Presentation Software
3 hrs (Sem I)
Students will learn how to plan, define, create and modify presentations working with text and objects. Individuals will create an on-screen slide show using the latest presentation software, video graphics and sound. A lab fee will be assessed to students so they can sit for the MOUS exam. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
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OADM 233 - Spreadsheets
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to include creating and formatting worksheets, using formulas and basic functions, creating charts, and printing professional- looking worksheets. The use of spreadsheets to produce reports, the sorting and searching of records, the design of macros, and the use of what-if, combining files, and the extraction of data from a file will be presented. A lab fee will be assessed to students so they can sit for the MOUS exam. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): None; however, previous computer experience is helpful.
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OADM 234 - Databases
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to include guidelines on designing tables and databases, defining a relationship between two tables, changing, adding, or deleting records, creating queries, sorting and filtering data in a query, and preparing forms and informative reports. The use of relational databases, more advanced uses of queries, customizing forms and reports, integrating with other programs and automating tasks with macros will be covered. A lab fee will be assessed to students so they can sit for the MOUS exam. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): None; however, previous computer experience is helpful.
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OADM 235 - Legal Transcription
2 hrs (Sem II)
Students will develop machine transcription skills in a variety of legal documents, such as those used in real estate, litigation, wills and estates, negligence, and family law by utilizing word processing software. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A passing grade in OADM 161 and OADM 215 .
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OADM 260 - Office Management
3 hrs (Sem II)
Provides students with a basic background in modern theory and practice in office organization and management including such topics as management styles, problem solving, communication, ergonomics, office design, equipment, space, and personnel. Students will complete outside reading assignments, give oral presentations in class, and work on group projects containing written and oral components. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores, and a grade of C or better in the speech requirement.
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OADM 266 - Professional Business Image
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is open to all majors. Individual personal and professional development will be enhanced by this course. Some of the topics to be covered include greetings and introductions, professional dress, restaurant etiquette, table manners, meeting manners, travel and international etiquette. Students will also gain instruction in time management, communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Students will be required to attend an evening dinner session. 3 lecture hours.
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OADM 267 - Office Technology Seminar
1 hr (Sem II)
The emphasis in this course is to provide a capstone experience for the ‘graduate-to-be’ and a general assessment of the prospective secretarial graduate’s skill level as he/she nears completion of his/her program. The student will be expected to take the Office Proficiency Assessment Certification (OPAC) exam. Students will develop a portfolio of their work including a resume and letter of application. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.
Prerequisite(s): A passing grade in or concurrent enrollment in OADM 161 , OADM 210 , OADM 232 , OADM 233 , and OADM 234 .
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OADM 290 - Virtual Assistant Seminar
3 hrs (Sem II)
The Virtual Assistant is a course designed to assist those wanting to utilize their administrative assistant skills while working from a home office or an off-site office. The VA performs duties for a variety of companies at the same time. Upon completion of this course the student should be ready to create their home-based business. Some of the topics to be covered include: the necessary skills to succeed, services to offer, the correct business entity, naming your business, setting up your home office, marketing your business, defining your clients, determining rates to charge, writing a contract, establishing a web presence, and working efficiently. Students will be able to become associated with the International Virtual Assistants Association that offers the IVAA Certified VA Exam. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 100 - Paralegal Profession and Ethics
3 hrs (Sem I)
An introduction to the paralegal profession with in-depth coverage of the ethics of the legal profession with emphasis on the paralegal. The course features the use of case method, covering the reading, analysis and application of legal rules as developed through case law. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 130 - Land Transactions
3 hrs (Sem II)
An exploration of property concepts, trusts and future interests. Creation of land interests by various instruments, stressing the role of the legal assistant in land transactions. Also covered are various court actions involving land transactions (such as patrician, ejectment, liens, foreclosures), abstracts, title opinions and insurance. Heavy emphasis is placed on drafting of documents and pleadings involving land transactions. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 140 - Criminal Law and Procedure
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course provides background in criminal law and procedures from the legal professional’s perspective as opposed to a law enforcement perspective. The substantive law portion covers criminal common law and criminal code law, the Constitutional limitations on criminal laws, and the elements necessary to convict a person of a crime. The procedural law portion covers Constitutional requirements for search and seizure, interrogation, identification procedures and right to counsel, as well as other elements of due process. Also arraignment, trial procedures and punishment will be addressed. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 150 - Investigation and Tort Law
3 hrs (Sem I)
Emphasizes legal assistant’s role in client representation in tort claims matters including field investigation techniques; tort litigation, pre-trial and trial procedures; and comprehension of fundamentals substantive tort law and remedies, both federal and state. Utilizes practicum exercises. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 160 - Civil Procedures
3 hrs (Sem II)
Study of the aspects of the legal assistant’s supportive role from case preparation to final disposition, pretrial and trial procedure, pleadings, rules of courts, motions, and discovery in civil proceedings. Basic concepts of trial evidence including relevance, hearsay and exhibits will be covered. Emphasis is on Indiana and Federal rules of court and rules of evidence. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 170 - The Paralegal in the Business World
3 hrs (Sem II)
An in-depth examination of the law of agency and contracts (including an introduction to the Uniform Commercial Code) as well as various forms of business. Emphasizes the paralegal’s role in the business and corporate setting, including creation, maintenance, and dissolution, along with drafting and research assignments in their areas. Securities regulations are also covered as it relates to the typical corporation and its investors. An introduction to administrative law and insurance as it relates to the business world. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 180 - Law Office Management
3 hrs (Sem II)
An in depth course in the efficient functioning of a law office. Students will learn current principles of law office management and use both basic office software (word processing, spreadsheet, and database) and specialized legal software (document preparation, case management, and calendaring/time-keeping). 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
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PARA 210 - Evidence and Litigation
3 hrs (Sem I)
A description of the nature, types and use of evidence at trial. An analysis of rules of evidence bearing on its admissibility. The role of the legal assistant is stressed through practice in developing and preparing a persuasive case at trial, including summarizing depositions, writing trial briefs, preparing exhibits, selecting juries, etc. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 215 - Legal Research and Writing
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to develop students’ research skills by use of essential legal research tools, including statutes, cases, digests, Shepard’s Citations, and computerized legal research. Students will acquire analytical skills in categorizing sources of law and applying law to fact situations. Students will learn how to communicate their research and analysis in proper written formats for use in law offices and in courts. 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 or equivalent, and either a grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate test placement scores.
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PARA 220 - Probate Law
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to teach students to understand basic concepts of probate and non-probate transfers of property rights that occur at the death of an owner. Students will learn property concepts such as tenancies in common, joint tenancies, and tenancies by the entirety, as well as the basics of future interests and inheritance law. Students will learn the basics of trusts and wills and the use of trusts and wills in estate planning. Students will learn the basic procedures to administer and close a decedent’s estate, including rudimentary principles of death taxes. Students will acquire skills to prepare a simple trust, a simple will, and basic administration and tax forms. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 230 - Family Law
3 hrs (Sem II)
A study of the common aspects of family law: marriage, parent and child, dissolution, property division, child custody and support, and adoption. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 240 - Debtor-Creditor and Bankruptcy Law
3 hrs (Sem I)
Study of the substantive law of the debtor-creditor relationship and the substantive law of bankruptcy. Study of the practice and procedures with respect to debtor-creditor and bankruptcy law. Emphasis is given to drafting and preparation of pleadings, instruments, documents, forms, and memoranda associated with the practice of debtor-creditor and bankruptcy law. 3 lecture hours.
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PARA 270 - Legal Internship
1 hr (Sem I, II, Summer)
Internship for interested and qualified students in a law office or an approved law-related office. Supervised by program chair and lawyer in whose office the internship is served. First-hand experience in the legal system. Written report from students required as well as an evaluation from the supervising lawyer. Minimum of 40 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of B or better in PARA 215 , and a B average or better in all first year legal assistant courses.
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PARA 290 - Research/Professional Seminar
3 hrs (Sem II)
This is an advanced research and writing course conducted on a seminar basis. Emphasis will be given to the area of Elder Law and various state and federal remedies in law and equity; also federal constitutional and statutory issues such as discrimination, civil rights, or other contemporary issues. Emphasis will also be placed on professionalism and assembling professional resume and portfolio. 3 lecture hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in PARA 215 ; and a grade of C or better in COMM 143 or COMM 148 .
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PFWL 100 - Lifetime Fitness/Wellness
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
The study of the fundamental concepts, principles, and components of fitness/wellness. Related areas of study include, but are not limited to, nutrition, stress reduction, heart health, body composition and weight control, and substance abuse. Course will be delivered through a one-hour lecture and two one-hour lab sessions per week. Students will select a lab activity of their choice. 1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours.
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PFWL 112 - Fitness/Wellness for Law and Safety Professions
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
The study of the fundamental concepts, principles, and components of fitness/wellness, specifically as it relates to the law and safety professions. Related areas of study include, but are not limited to, nutrition, stress reductions, heart health, body composition and weight control, and substance abuse. Course will be delivered through a combination of lecture and activity sessions. Activities will be designed around the physical fitness requirements of the law and safety professions. 3 class hours.
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PFWL 115 - Concepts in Wellness
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Study of fundamental concepts, principles, and components of wellness. Course will examine patterns of exercise, diet, nutrition, stress reduction, fitness attitudes, heart health, substance abuse, and other issues of health and wellness. 1 lecture hour.
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PHED 104 - Strength Training
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Basic instruction in the use of weights and weight machines for the purpose of developing muscular strength. Instruction will also be given relative to the development of a personalized strength training program. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 109 - Racquet Games
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Basic instruction in rules, terminology, and basic skills in badminton, racquet ball, and pickle ball. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 110 - Tennis
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Basic instruction in the fundamental skills, rules, strategy, and terminology of tennis. Course designed for beginning tennis students. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 112 - Golf
1 hr (Sem II)
Basic instruction in the skills, rules and etiquette of golf. Designed for beginning golfers. Not open to Physical Education majors. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 113 - Soccer
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Fundamentals, skills, strategy, and terminology of soccer. Course designed for beginning soccer students. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 118 - Beginning Swimming
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Basic instruction in swimming. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 119 - Intermediate Swimming
1 hr (Sem I, II)
For those students beyond the beginning swimming level. Students successfully completing the course will receive the Red Cross Intermediate Swimming certificate. (Students must be recommended by the instructor.) 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 121 - Lifeguard Training
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
The test includes treading water with the legs only for three minutes, recovering a submerged object in deep water, and swimming a total of 500 meters using crawl, breast, and sidestrokes. The lifeguard training course focuses on the job of the lifeguard in a swimming pool environment, emphasizing victim recognition, surveillance, and equipment-based rescue. Students will also receive instruction and certification in First Aid and Professional Rescuer CPR. Successful course completion results in certification through the American Red Cross as a lifeguard. 4 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): A swimming skills test must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in the course.
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PHED 122 - Water Aerobics
1 hr (Sem I, II)
A water exercise program designed to emphasize cardiovascular fitness as well as tone major muscle groups. Swimming ability is not required as students can adapt the exercise intensity to their own fitness level. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 123 - Skin and Scuba Diving
1 hr (Offered on Demand)
An introduction to skin and scuba diving. Emphasis on safety, avoidance of potential dangers, equipment use, basic snorkel diving, and discussion of certification programs. (A non-certification course) 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 126 - Snow Skiing
1 hr (Sem II)
Basic instruction in snow skiing and skiing safety. Students will be required to complete course requirements at a ski area approved by VU and fulfill the requirements for total hours of attendance and participation in the sport. 2 class activity hours.
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PHED 131 - Varsity Sports
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Enrollment limited to members of a University recognized varsity team. Athletes may receive one physical education credit during their enrollment at the University. Grades will be assigned by each sport’s respective coach at the completion of that sport’s season.
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PHED 138 - Tennis for Majors
1 hr (Sem I)
Fundamental skills, rules, strategy, equipment, terminology, and pedagogy of tennis. 2 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 141 - Basketball for Majors
1 hr (Sem I)
Improvement of basic skill performance, exposure to cognitive elements and introduction of teaching techniques. 2 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 143 - Golf for Majors
1 hr (Offered on Demand)
Improvement of basic skill performance, exposure to cognitive elements and introduction to teaching techniques. 2 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 144 - Racquet Games for Majors
1 hr (Sem II)
Improvement of basic skill performance, exposure to cognitive elements and introduction to teaching techniques. 2 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 145 - Soccer for Majors
1 hr (Sem I)
Improvement of basic skill performance, exposure to cognitive elements and introduction of teaching techniques. 2 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 146 - Weight Training for Sport and Fitness Conditioning
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Instruction in principles, techniques, safety, nutrition, and program development in weight training for sport and physical fitness conditioning. Various types of free weight and single station machines will be introduced. 2 class activity hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 150 - Foundations of Physical Education
3 hrs (Sem I)
Interpretation of history, principles, and philosophy of modern physical education and sport; reviews professional preparation and employment. Open to nonmajors by consent of instructor only. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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PHED 210 - Physical Education for the Elementary School
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Fundamental motor development needs of elementary school children with emphasis on teaching methods, organization, equipment, and activities essential to elementary school physical education programs. Provides opportunities to observe and teach young children in structured situations. Includes demonstration and teaching of games, basic skills, rhythms, and other movement activities. Open to Physical Education and Education majors only. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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PHED 212 - Introduction to Exercise Science
3 hrs (Sem I)
Introduces exercise science and human performance including exercise physiology, sport medicine, sport biomechanics, motor integration and sport-exercise nutrition. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 100 or higher.
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PHED 225 - Physical Fitness and Conditioning for Majors
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Introduction to fundamental concepts, principles and components of physical fitness and conditioning. Lecture subjects include strength, flexibility, endurance and aerobic fitness development; weight control and nutrition; hypokinetic disease prevention, body structural integrity, modes of physical fitness activity and protocol for fitness assessment. Two laboratory hours each week are designed for participation in fitness and conditioning activities. 1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): For Physical Education majors only.
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PHED 230 - Theory of Coaching
2 hrs (Sem II)
Designed to acquaint prospective coaches with techniques, theories, and philosophies of sport coaching. Prepares students to deal with generic daily administrative and organizational problems of coaching. May be offered in alternate years. 2 lecture hours.
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PHED 235 - Officiating Team Sports
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Techniques and fundamentals necessary for officiating softball/baseball, volleyball, and basketball. Students may earn IHSAA license in sport of their choice. Practical hours required. 2 lecture hours.
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