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Course Descriptions

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.
 

Music
  

  • MUSI 107 - Introduction to Music Theory

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is a study of the basic elements of music theory: pitch and rhythm notation, meters, scales, key signatures, intervals, and triads through ear training, dictation, sight singing, and basic keyboard skills. It is offered as a preparatory course for MUSI 115 - Music Theory I . This study is also recommended as a beginning musicianship course for non-music majors. A laboratory fee will be charged. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 108 - Music Technology for Musicians

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course will introduce students to music sequencing, production, editing and notation software in the computer lab. Topics will focus on the use of these programs in conjunction with music theory, skills, composition and scoring. Student projects will include basic composition, harmonization, part writing, scoring, and transcription. This course is for music majors, but non-majors may take with the permission of the instructor. A laboratory fee will be charged. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 109 - Producing Music In Reason

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This hands-on course will cover the creation and production of beats and loops using the popular digital audio workstation program Reason. Students will learn to mimic signature sounds and effects made popular by hip hop artists of note. Special attention will be given to the subjects copyright and piracy laws as well. Many audio examples will be used to demonstrate the concepts discussed in this course. Students will be assessed with both written and project based assignments. Although there are many technical aspects to this class, it is an excellent overview of the role of the producer in the hip-hop genre. Advanced musical training is not required; however, students interested in Producing Music with Reason should have a background in music theory. Knowledge of Pro Tools and Reason are beneficial to the completion of this class. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 207 .
  

  • MUSI 110 - Making Music with Sibelius

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course covers the use of Avid Sibelius to notate, compose, arrange and edit music. Creating music webpages, worksheets and audio files in Sibelius will be taught as it applies to a variety of situations. The use of Sibelius with the professional studio environment will be experienced. Students will be assessed with both written and project based assignments. This class is designed for anyone interested in better understanding Sibelius software. Advanced musical training is not required; however, students interested in this class should have a background in music theory. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 107 .
  

  • MUSI 111 - Film Music Appreciation

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is an introduction to the use of music in film from silent movies to the 21st century stressing the art of listening with discussions of major film composers and their work. Students will watch and discuss some of Hollywood’s greatest movies with scores from a variety of genres. Stress will be placed on various schools of thought in film scoring as well as the connection between film content, social issues and composer influences. No previous knowledge of music is required. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 113 - Aural Skills I

    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course focuses on the development and acquisition of music reading and listening skills through the singing of solfege exercises and melodies, sight singing, aural recognition of chords, melodic and rhythmic dictation, critical listening and error detection. A laboratory fee will be charged. 2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours.
  

  • MUSI 114 - Aural Skills II

    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course is a continuation of Aural Skills I with an emphasis on diatonic materials through more advanced studies in sight singing, melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation and keyboard harmony. A laboratory fee will be charged. 2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 113  and MUSI 115 .
  

  • MUSI 115 - Music Theory I

    3 hrs (Sem I)
    This course studies the fundamental elements of music theory including pitch and rhythm notation, scales and modes, intervals, triads and seventh chords and their inversions. Figured bass, lead sheet notation, melody, an introduction to non-chord tones, diatonic harmony and basic formal structures will also be studied. Assessment will be based on written exercises, analysis and composition. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 116 - Music Theory II

    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This course continues the study of diatonic harmony including two-part counterpoint, voice leading, seventh chords and their inversions. A continuation of the study of non-chord tones, diatonic modulation, binary and ternary forms, and variation procedures will also be studied. Assessment will be based on written exercises, four-part writing, analysis and composition. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 113  and MUSI 115 .
  

  • MUSI 117 - Advanced Musicianship for Music Theatre Majors

    2 hrs (Sem II)
    This course is a continuation of the skills learned in Music Theory I and Aural Skills I with continued development in sight-reading techniques, song analysis and keyboard skills. Ensemble singing and audition techniques will also be studied. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 113  and MUSI 115 .
  

  • MUSI 140 - Beginning Guitar Class

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course is a beginning class in the study of guitar. It will emphasize a fundamental approach to note reading, chord fingering and basic tuning. Popular music standards are most commonly used to illustrate first position chords for the affect of accompaniment. Students are required to provide their own guitar. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 141 - Intermediate Guitar Class

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course is recommended as a continuation of MUSI 140 - Beginning Guitar Class . It will include an analysis of various styles and techniques for the modern guitarist. A study of music theory is applied to the guitar and will require some basic experience in note reading. There will be an emphasis placed on fingerboard theory in addition to the study of scales such as the pentatonic, major, minor (basic forms) and church modes. The theory of chord construction will also include diminished, augmented and many other alternative extensions. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 201 - Advanced Digital Audio Recording

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    In this advanced recording class students will analyze large-format console signal flow, explore sophisticated ensemble microphone techniques and applications, advanced stereo microphone techniques, and reinforce professional session protocol. Students will prepare pre-recorded tracks for a static mix, learn multi-track drum editing, vocal editing, vocal tuning, and general session cleanup techniques. Topics include basic signal processing, critical listening, large format workstations, preparing tracks for sub-mixes, and working with overdubs. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 103 ; and students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  

  • MUSI 202 - Mixing and Mastering

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is a study of the aesthetic considerations and functional operation of equipment used in multi-track mix-down of digital master recordings in a digital audio workstation environment. Special emphasis is placed on critical listening and aesthetic consideration of balances. Topics covered include common DAW procedures and protocol, data management, use of a virtual console, use of a control surface, signal flow, editing, and digital signal processing (plug-ins). Mixing exercises of prerecorded multi-track files are required outside of class. Mastering builds upon previously acquired recording and mixing skills with emphasis on achieving professional studio standards through in-class sessions and demonstrations. Students will prepare pre-recorded tracks for mastering to commercial delivery standards. Topics include advanced signal processing, critical listening, and large format workstations. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 201 ; and students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  

  • MUSI 203 - Music Technology for Audio Recording Majors

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This hands-on course introduces students to music production software packages for the Macintosh platform including Reason, Digital Performer and Pro Tools. Students will produce projects that incorporate sequencing, basic synthesis, and inter-application MIDI. A laboratory fee will be charged. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 204 - Topics in Music

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is a lecture/listening course designed to study one of the many styles of modern music that have developed since the turn of the twentieth century. See course schedule for subtitle. Repeatable for credit only for different special topic areas. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 205 - Business of Entertainment

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This survey course will examine the record industry, career options, studio management, music economics, legal matters, promotion, and copyright. Artist management and the role of talent agents and attorneys, promotion and public relations publishing will also be covered. 3 class hours.

    Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  

  • MUSI 207 - Pro Tools I

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to Pro Tools 101 and takes a comprehensive approach to learning the fundamentals of Pro Tools|HD, Pro Tools LE, or Pro Tools M-Powered systems. Students will learn to build sessions that include multitrack recordings of live instruments, MIDI sequences, software synthesizers and samplers, and audio looping with REX or ACID files. Through hands-on tutorials, students will develop essential techniques for recording, editing and mixing. Basic computer knowledge including the ability to use a keyboard, mouse and an Apple or Windows-based operating system is required. Students who opt for Pro Tools certification will be administered an on-line exam that requires each student achieve a score of 80 or higher on the Avid Pro Tools exam to progress to MUSI 208. 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 .
  

  • MUSI 208 - Pro Tools II

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to Pro Tools 110. This Avid certified course covers the key concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools system in a home studio environment. Students will learn to record, edit and use the essentials of automation and to work with both audio and MIDI. Students will gain hands-on experience through a series of class exercise project files. 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 207  and passing a Digidesign Pro Tools exam.
  

  • MUSI 209 - Pro Tools III

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to Pro Tools 201. This Avid certified course covers the core concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools system in a professional studio environment. Students will be introduced to professional Pro Tools HD systems, as well as control surfaces. Students will go into greater depth into concepts such as automation, editing, mixing and session management. Experience will be gained through a series of class exercises and project files. 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 208  and passing a Digidesign Pro Tools exam.
  

  • MUSI 210 - Pro Tools IV

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to Pro Tools 210M. This is an Avid certified course that completes the skills needed to competently operate a sophisticated Pro Tools system in a professional environment with a focus on music. Students are exposed to a number of music production techniques including interacting with external MIDI devices, loop editing, sampling in Pro Tools and using sound replacer. This is the final course needed prior to earning the AOCM (Avid Operator Certification in Music). 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 209 .
  

  • MUSI 211 - Music Composition

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course develops independent creative writing in various styles, utilizing the techniques acquired in the study of music theory. May be repeated for credit. A laboratory fee will be charged. 1 class hour.
  

  • MUSI 212 - Jazz Improvisation

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    In this course, students are introduced to basic improvisational techniques used in the performance of jazz and popular music including scales, modes, chord symbols, chord progressions and dictation. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 213 - Aural Skills III

    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course is a continuation of Aural Skills II with an emphasis on chromatic harmony through sight singing, dictation and keyboard harmony. A laboratory fee will be charged. 2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 114  and MUSI 116 .
  

  • MUSI 214 - Aural Skills IV

    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course is a continuation of Aural Skills III with an emphasis on advanced chromatic materials and twentieth-century melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic materials through sight singing, dictation, and keyboard harmony. A laboratory fee will be charged. 2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 213  and MUSI 215 .
  

  • MUSI 215 - Music Theory III

    3 hrs (Sem I)
    This course is a study of chromatic harmony including secondary dominants, mode mixture, Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, chromatic modulation. Extended and altered sonorities, jazz harmony, invention and fugue, rondo and sonata form will also be studied. Assessment will be based on four-part writing, analysis and composition. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 114  and MUSI 116 .
  

  • MUSI 216 - Music Theory IV

    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This course is a continued study of chromatic harmony including enharmonicism followed by a study of twentieth-century melodic and harmonic materials in tonal music. Tertian and non-tertian sonorities, set and serial procedures, and recent musical developments will also be studied. Assessment will be based on four-part writing, analysis and composition. 3 class hours.

    Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 213 , MUSI 215  and MUSI 219 .
  

  • MUSI 217 - Survey of Guitar History

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is designed to acquaint students with the evolution of the modern guitar. Early lute music through contemporary styles will be examined and the luthiery of guitars from related instruments such as the vihuela up to and including twenty-first century prototypes will also be studied. Audio-visuals will be utilized to enhance the students’ appreciation of the broad range of playing styles and techniques employed by guitarists since the inception of the instrument. This course is recommended as supplemental study for the guitar major. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 218 - Music Appreciation

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is an introduction to music stressing the art of listening with discussions of prominent composers, their works and their styles. No previous knowledge of music is required. This course is a transfer IN course. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 219 - Introduction to World Music

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is a selected survey of classical, popular, and folk music traditions from around the world. Students will learn to recognize and identify the music associated with different parts of the world, as well as to understand the relationship music has with the cultural values of each society. 3 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 220 - History of American Music

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is designed to study the development of music in the United States beginning from the American Revolutionary period. Topics will include American composers of traditional concert style music and influential genres such as jazz, blues, country bluegrass, rock, and Musical Theater. No previous knowledge of music required. 3 lecture hours.
  

  • MUSI 221 - Jazz History

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This is an introductory course that will examine the entire history of a uniquely American art form through listening and text discussions of its various style periods and prominent figures. The evolution and development of jazz covered in the course will include soloists, large and small ensembles, and composers from ragtime through the contemporary period. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 .
  

  • MUSI 222 - Basic Conducting

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course focuses on the study of fundamental baton techniques including the development of the coordination needed for conducting. Fluency in beat patterns and meters, dynamics, tempi, cueing and use of the left hand will be studied. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 223 - Sound Design

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This hands-on course covers a multitude of cutting edge skillsets including cleaning and editing film audio, creating soundscapes and Foley film, using music to cut to video, and replacing dialog in video. Many video and audio examples will be used to demonstrate the concepts discussed in this course. Students will be assessed with both written and project based assignments. Although there are many technical aspects to this class, it is an excellent overview of the process of sound design. This class is designed for anyone interested in better understanding sound design in the filmmaking process. Advanced musical training is not required; however, students interested in Film Scoring should have a background in music theory. Knowledge of Pro Tools and Reason are beneficial to the completion of this class. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 207 .
  

  • MUSI 224 - Film Scoring

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course deals with the roles of the music editor, music supervisor, contractor, copyist, orchestrator, and booth supervisor. Focus is placed on composing dramatic underscore - the creative process, and introduction to “writing to timings”. Music/film synchronization techniques as well as synthesis vs. acoustic scoring are debated. Interacting with the director and producer and budgeting both time and money for scoring sessions will be covered as well. Many video and audio examples will be used to demonstrate the concepts discussed in this course. Students will be assessed with both written and project based assignments. Although there are many technical aspects to this class, it is an excellent overview of the process of film scoring from the composer’s perspective. This class is designed for anyone interested in better understanding the composer’s role in the filmmaking process. Advanced musical training is not required; however, students interested in Film Scoring should have a background in music theory. Knowledge of Pro Tools and Reason are beneficial to the completion of this class. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 207 .
  

  • MUSI 225 - Music for the Elementary Teacher

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is for future elementary classroom teachers and is designed to prepare students to be able to integrate music into daily classroom instruction. Students will learn basic music fundamentals and apply this knowledge through singing and playing classroom instruments. Students will learn about the Indiana State Music Standards, write lesson plans and get practical experience teaching lessons. This course is not for Music Education majors. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 .
  

  • MUSI 226 - Song Writing

    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Each student will be provided an understanding of the process of songwriting as well as the life of a songwriter. Students will become familiar with the structure of song from the conception of a song through the development of the lyric and melodic idea. Particular emphasis will be given to the Nashville number system. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 107  or MUSI 115 .
  

  • MUSI 240 - Advanced Guitar Class

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course is a continuation of MUSI 141  with more exploration of chord construction theory for guitarists. It features an analysis of the techniques featured in diverse styles of accompaniment and improvisation, altered tunings. A survey of various guitar literature and recordings from earlier periods through the 21st Century music will also be studied. 2 class hours.
  

  • MUSI 280 - Italian and English Diction

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Concurrent enrollment in applied voice is required. This course is an introduction to the basic rules of singing in Italian and English with an emphasis on written and oral exercises. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be studied. 2 class hours.

Music Ensembles

The following ensembles are required each semester for music majors:

NOTE: Membership in all musical organizations is open to all University students. No audition is required for membership in the Concert Band or Concert Choir. Auditions for Jazz Ensemble and VU Connection are held during the first week of classes each semester. All performing ensembles are repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUSI 250 - Concert Band

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance-based course is open to any University student who plays a wind or percussion instrument, and is a requirement for all wind and percussion majors. String players may also enroll in this course with permission of the band director. The Concert Band performs a wide variety of traditional and contemporary wind literature each semester. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. Membership in the ensemble for the entire year is preferred, but not required. 4 hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 251 - Jazz Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    The jazz ensemble performs traditional big band style arrangement of various styles including swing, latin, and popular. Audition is required for membership. The ensemble rehearses twice weekly for a total of 4 hours per week plus additional rehearsal hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 252 - Pep Band

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance-based course is open to all University brass, woodwind, electric guitar, electric bass, keyboard, and percussion players. An audition is required to be eligible to participate in this course. The Pep Band performs for the majority of the VU Women’s and Men’s home basketball games throughout the season. The ensemble plays a wide variety of musical styles including jazz, rock, pop, and Latin. Membership in the ensemble for the entire year is preferred, but not required. 2 hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 253 - Brass Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance-based chamber ensemble of mixed brass instrumentation is open to all University brass players, and is a requirement for all brass majors. Participants study and perform a wide selection of literature from the brass repertoire each semester. The ensemble may be organized into various sizes and instrumentation for the performance of the literature. An audition is required to be eligible to participate in this ensemble. Membership in the ensemble for the entire year is preferred, but not required. 2 hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 254 - Woodwind Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance based chamber ensemble of mixed woodwind instrumentation is open to all University woodwind players, and is a requirement for all woodwind majors. Participants study and perform a wide selection of literature from the woodwind repertoire each semester. The ensemble may be organized into various sizes and instrumentation for the performance of the literature. An audition is required to be eligible to participate in this ensemble. Membership in the ensemble for the entire year is preferred, but not required. 2 hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 255 - Percussion Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance based chamber ensemble is open to all University percussionists, and is a requirement for all percussion majors. Non-percussionists may also enroll in this course with permission of the percussion instructor. Participants study and perform a variety of traditional and innovative percussion instruments in various traditional and contemporary musical styles (including jazz/fusion, classical, rock, pop, and novelty) each semester. The ensemble may be organized into various sizes and instrumentation for the performance of the literature. An audition is required to be eligible to participate in this ensemble. Membership in the ensemble for the entire year is preferred, but not required. 2 hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 256 - Guitar Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course provides performing group experiences of literature for classical guitar ensembles (duets, trios, quartets and larger groups). Ensemble groups will prepare classical compositions by Bach, Sor, Giuliani, Albeniz, and other standard guitar ensemble repertoire. These performances apply note reading and classical technique and will culminate with a public performance at the end of each semester. The enrollment in this ensemble requires concurrent registration in private lessons and is repeatable for additional credits. An audition will be required. Rehearsals will meet 2 hours per week with additional rehearsal hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 257 - Blues Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This ensemble studies and performs blues music of subgenres from the earliest to the most recent recorded styles. Two hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal and performance times as required for tours and concerts.
  

  • MUSI 258 - String Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This ensemble studies and performs string music from the earliest to the most recent styles. Two hours rehearsal per week plus additional rehearsal and performance times as required for tours and concerts.
  

  • MUSI 259 - Jazz Combo

    1 hr (Sem I and II)
    The jazz combo performs traditional jazz styles including swing, latin, and popular with a focus on improvisation. Permission of instructor is required. Group will rehearse 2 hours per week plus additional hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 260 - Concert Choir

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Students enrolling in Concert Choir will study and perform diversified choral literature from all stylistic periods. No audition is required. 3 rehearsal hours per week plus additional rehearsal hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 261 - VU Connection

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    The Vincennes University Connection is a music performance ensemble that focuses on ensemble repertoire from the American Musical Theatre genre, incorporating music, movement, and theatrical elements. The ensemble performs throughout the year on and off-campus. Audition is required each semester. 3 rehearsal hours per week plus additional rehearsal hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 262 - Musical Theatre/Opera Workshop Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance-based chamber ensemble focuses on literature from musical theatre and opera and is open to all singers. Based on enrollment and voice type, students will be assigned to various chamber groups that will be coached on a weekly basis by members of the faculty. Rehearsals will focus on musical aspects, techniques and stylistic nuances relevant to the ensemble. An audition is required. 2 rehearsal hours per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 263 - Instrumental Chamber Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance-based chamber ensemble of varied instrumentation is open to all instrumentalists. Based on enrollment and instrumentation, students will be assigned to various chamber groups that will be coached on a weekly basis by members of the faculty. Rehearsals will focus on musical, instrumental, and aural aspects, as well as techniques and stylistic nuances relevant to the ensemble. An audition is required. 2 rehearsal hours per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.
  

  • MUSI 264 - Vocal Chamber Music Ensemble

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This performance-based chamber ensemble focuses on vocal literature not covered in other vocal ensembles and is open to all singers. Based on enrollment and voice type, students will be assigned to various chamber groups that will be coached on a weekly basis by members of the faculty. Rehearsals will focus on musical aspects, techniques and stylistic nuances relevant to the ensemble. An audition is required. 2 rehearsal hours per week plus additional rehearsal/preparation hours as required for tours and performances.

Music Private Lessons

Private instruction is available in three levels of difficulty:

  • Elective: For non-music majors; may be taken as a half-hour lesson per week (1 credit hour), or a onehour lesson per week (2 credit hours) depending on available staffing.
  • Pre-major: For music majors who have not reached the proficiency required for the freshman major level on their principal instrument; may be taken as a one-hour lesson per week (2 credit hours) only.
  • Major: Principle instrument for those planning to major in music performance, music education, music business, church music, theory, composition, and/or music therapy; may be taken as a one-hour lesson per week (2 credit hours) only.

All stated technical and literature requirements represent minimal standards and are intended as guidelines for achievement. Detailed information regarding technical and literature requirements is available from the Music Department .

For each one-half hour lesson per week, the student receives one semester hour of credit. All music majors taking private music lessons are required to take a jury examination at the end of each semester of study. Attendance and participation in student recitals and concerts is required by all music majors. All private lessons carry an Applied Music Fee. Private lessons in each of the levels of difficulty may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 001 - Concert and Recital Attendance

    0 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course is designed to track approved attendance and/or participation at musical performances, recitals and master classes. Students must attend a minimum of seven approved events for satisfactory completion. All Music Fine Arts, Music Education, Music Theatre and Audio Recording majors are required to enroll in recital and concert attendance for a minimum of four semesters.

  

  • MUSP 211 - Piano Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course includes the study of functional piano skills such as scales, triads and seventh chords, harmonization, transposition, improvisation, and sight-reading. Repertoire, harmony, and technique studies at the appropriate level will also be covered. MUSP 211 will be accepted by the Music Department as course substitutions for MUSI 104 - Beginning Piano Class  and MUSI 105 - Intermediate Piano Class . There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 213 - Piano Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course includes the study of functional piano skills such as scales, triads and seventh chords, harmonization, transposition, improvisation, and sight-reading. Repertoire, harmony, and technique studies at the appropriate level will also be covered. MUSP 213 will be accepted by the Music Department as course substitutions for MUSI 104  and MUSI 105 . 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 214 - Piano Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course includes the study of functional piano skills such as scales, triads and seventh chords, harmonization, transposition, improvisation, and sight-reading. Repertoire, harmony, and technique studies at the appropriate level will also be covered. There is an emphasis on repertoire by the great piano composers, plus appropriate technique studies that will prepare students for study at the major level. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 217 - Piano Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. There is an emphasis on repertoire by the great piano composers, plus appropriate technique studies. Repertoire includes Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven sonatas; Chopin waltzes, preludes, nocturnes, and etudes; Brahms intermezzos and rhapsodies; Bach preludes and fugues; twentieth-century works; and more. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of piano instructor.
  

  • MUSP 221 - Brass Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 221 is designed for non-music majors (brass players) who wish to further their performance skills, as well as for students (non-brass players) who want to learn about brass instruments and how to play them. This course is repeatable for credit. Students enrolled in weekly applied brass lessons will explore the fundamentals of brass playing and technique, including (but not limited to) scales and arpeggios, technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study, including (but not limited to) continued studies in brass technique at the intermediate (or higher) level, appropriate scales and arpeggios, technical studies, and appropriate literature. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 223 - Brass Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 223 is designed for non-music majors (brass players) who wish to further their performance skills, as well as for students (non-brass players) who want to learn about brass instruments and how to play them. This course is repeatable for credit. Students enrolled in weekly applied brass lessons will explore the fundamentals of brass playing and technique, including (but not limited to) scales and arpeggios, technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study, including (but not limited to) continued studies in brass technique at the intermediate (or higher) level, appropriate scales and arpeggios, technical studies, and appropriate literature. 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 224 - Brass Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 224 is designed for brass majors who are preparing for major level of study. Students enrolled in weekly applied brass lessons will explore the fundamentals of brass playing and technique, including (but not limited to) scales and arpeggios, technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study, including (but not limited to) continued studies in brass technique at the intermediate (or higher) level, appropriate scales and arpeggios, technical studies, and appropriate literature. Each student will perform a jury examination for the music faculty at the end of each semester of study. At the discretion of the course instructor, students may also be required to participate in a student recital each semester of study. This course may be repeatable for credit based on approval from the music faculty. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 227 - Brass Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course is designed for students majoring in brass who are placed into the major level of study after auditioning for the music faculty. The course is required each semester for all brass majors. Weekly lessons will include (but will not be limited to) the fundamentals of proper breathing, tone production, embouchure, articulation, scales and arpeggios, playing technique and technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will cover more advanced technical studies, scales and arpeggios, and appropriate literature (including major sonatas, concertos, etc.). Each student will perform a jury examination for the music faculty at the end of each semester of study, as well as perform in at least one student recital each semester. This course is repeatable for credit based on approval from the music faculty. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 231 - Guitar Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 231 is designed as a half hour per week lesson for non-music majors who wish to further their performance skills in the styles and technique of the modern guitar. Students will learn to read from notation and/or tablature, study fingerboard harmony, and the theory of scales and their patterns. Appropriate method books and solo literature will be studied according to individual preferences of the style determined between the instructor and student. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 233 - Guitar Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course is designed as a one hour per week lesson for non-music majors who wish to further their performance skills in the styles and technique of the modern guitar. Students will learn to read from notation and/or tablature, study fingerboard harmony, and the theory of scales and their patterns. Appropriate method books and solo literature will be studied according to individual preferences of the style determined between the instructor and student. 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 234 - Guitar Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course is designed for students intending to major in guitar who have not yet acquired a major level in performance. The student will practice basic sight reading skills and adapt to the fundamental technical procedures required to perform in 1st position etudes from classical guitar methods and repertoire. An audition jury is required to pass into the major level by the end of the semester. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 237 - Guitar Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course is designed for students majoring in guitar at the major level of study. Students are assured an extensive amount of musical interaction via one-on-one studies in performance, practicing methods and the art of teaching on the classical guitar. A series of studies will cover a range from beginning to advanced levels. These include repertoire from the early masters of the Renaissance vihuela and lute to the modern compositions of the twenty-first century guitar. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 241 - Percussion Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 241 is designed for non-music majors (percussionists) who wish to further their performance skills, as well as for students (non-percussionists) who want to learn about percussion and how to play percussion instruments. This course is repeatable for credit. Students enrolled in weekly applied percussion lessons will explore the fundamentals of percussion instruments as well as learn the proper performance techniques associated with playing percussion instruments. Individualized lessons will include (but will not be limited to) learning scales and arpeggios for mallet instruments, stick control and rhythmic studies for snare drum and drum set, and tuning for timpani. Appropriate method books and/or solo literature will be studied. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study (including appropriate scales, arpeggios, etudes, and solo literature) on mallets, snare drum, drum set, timpani, and/or other percussion instruments. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 243 - Percussion Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 243 is designed for non-music majors (percussionists) who wish to further their performance skills, as well as for students (non-percussionists) who want to learn about percussion and how to play percussion instruments. This course is repeatable for credit. Students enrolled in weekly applied percussion lessons will explore the fundamentals of percussion instruments as well as learn the proper performance techniques associated with playing percussion instruments. Individualized lessons will include (but will not be limited to) learning scales and arpeggios for mallet instruments, stick control and rhythmic studies for snare drum and drum set, and tuning for timpani. Appropriate method books and/or solo literature will be studied. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study (including appropriate scales, arpeggios, etudes, and solo literature) on mallets, snare drum, drum set, timpani, and/or other percussion instruments. 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 244 - Percussion Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 244 is designed for percussion majors who are preparing for major level of study. Students enrolled in weekly applied percussion lessons will explore the fundamentals of percussion instruments as well as learn the proper performance techniques associated with playing percussion instruments. Individualized lessons will include (but will not be limited to) learning scales and arpeggios for mallet instruments, stick control and rhythmic studies for snare drum and drum set, and tuning for timpani. Appropriate method books and/or solo literature will be studied. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study (including appropriate scales, arpeggios, etudes, and solo literature) on mallets, snare drum, drum set, timpani, and/or other percussion instruments. Each student will perform a jury examination for the music faculty at the end of each semester of study. At the discretion of the course instructor, students may also be required to participate in a student recital each semester of study. This course may be repeatable for credit based on approval from the music faculty. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 247 - Percussion Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course is designed for students majoring in percussion who are placed into the major level of study after auditioning for the music faculty. The course is required each semester for all percussion majors. Weekly lessons will include (but will not be limited to) major and minor scales/arpeggios and 4-mallet technique for mallet instruments, rudiments and stick control techniques for snare drum, musical styles and chart reading for drum set, and tuning and mallet techniques for timpani. Appropriate method books, etudes, and solo literature will be studied. During subsequent semesters of study, more advanced performance techniques, music etudes, and solo literature will be introduced and explored on each instrument. Each student will perform a jury examination for the music faculty at the end of each semester of study, as well as perform in at least one student recital each semester. This course is repeatable for credit based on approval from the music faculty. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 251 - String Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. Basic string fundamentals of bowing, fingering, technical studies, etudes and solo literature will be studied. Course content will feature easy pieces and duets, and more advanced literature that keeps pace with the student’s comfort and ability in comprehension. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 253 - String Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. Basic string fundamentals of bowing, fingering, technical studies, etudes and solo literature will be studied. Course content will feature easy pieces and duets, and more advanced literature that keeps pace with the student’s comfort and ability in comprehension. 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 254 - String Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. Basic string fundamentals of bowing, fingering, technical studies, etudes and solo literature will be studied. Course content will feature easy pieces and duets, and more advanced literature that challenges the student to prepare for major level study. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 257 - String Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. Basic string fundamentals of bowing, fingering, technical studies, etudes and solo literature will be studied, and continues with emphasis on left hand and bowing techniques in all positions. Course content will feature more advance etudes and technical studies including major and minor scales and arpeggios in multiple octaves. Repertoire will include movements from appropriate sonatas and concerts in addition to other chamber music genres. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 261 - Voice Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. The fundamentals of vocal technique (posture, breath control, resonance, tone quality, diction, and phrasing) will be emphasized in these lessons. In the first year, repertoire will include seventeenth and eighteenth century Italian arias and art songs and simpler contemporary art songs in English. Other repertoire, including Musical Theatre repertoire may be studied. During the second year, there will be a continued emphasis on vocal technique with more difficult songs in English, Italian and German being studied. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 263 - Voice Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. The fundamentals of vocal technique (posture, breath control, resonance, tone quality, diction, and phrasing) will be emphasized in these lessons. In the first year, repertoire will include seventeenth and eighteenth century Italian arias and art songs and simpler contemporary art songs in English. Other repertoire, including Musical Theatre repertoire may be studied. During the second year, there will be a continued emphasis on vocal technique with more difficult songs in English, Italian and German being studied. 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 264 - Voice Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. The fundamentals of vocal technique (posture, breath control, resonance, tone quality, diction and phrasing) will be emphasized in these lessons. Repertoire studied will include seventeenth and eighteenth century Italian arias and art songs and simpler contemporary art songs. This course is for students preparing to study voice at the major level. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 267 - Voice Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. The voice major student will learn and review the components of good vocal technique through individualized vocalizes and repertoire. First year studies would include works from the seventeenth and eighteenth century Italian art songs and arias, English and American art songs by Purcell, Handel, Barber and Britten. During the second year, there will be an emphasis on agility, flexibility, range extension, musicianship, interpretation and stage presence. The repertoire will include German Lieder by Schubert, Schumann and Brahms, along with more advanced Italian and English art songs, and the easier oratorio and opera arias by Handel, Puccini, Mozart and Menotti. Musical Theatre majors will study songs from both the Golden Age and Contemporary Musical Theatre styles. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 271 - Woodwind Elective

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 271 is designed for non-music majors (woodwind players) who wish to further their performance skills, as well as for students (non-woodwind players) who want to learn about woodwind instruments and how to play them. This course is repeatable for credit. Students enrolled in weekly applied woodwind lessons will explore the fundamentals of woodwind playing and technique, including (but not limited to) scales and arpeggios, technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study, including (but not limited to) continued studies in woodwind technique at the intermediate (or higher) level, appropriate scales and arpeggios, technical studies, and appropriate literature. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 273 - Woodwind Elective

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 273 is designed for non-mus ic majors (woodwind players) who wish to further their performance skills, as well as for students (non-woodwind players) who want to learn about woodwind instruments and how to play them. This course is repeatable for credit. Students enrolled in weekly applied woodwind lessons will explore the fundamentals of woodwind playing and technique, including (but not limited to) scales and arpeggios, technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study, including (but not limited to) continued studies in woodwind technique at the intermediate (or higher) level, appropriate scales and arpeggios, technical studies, and appropriate literature. 1 private music lesson hour per week.
  

  • MUSP 274 - Woodwind Pre-Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. MUSP 274 is designed for woodwind majors who are preparing for major level of study. Students enrolled in weekly applied woodwind lessons will explore the fundamentals of woodwind playing and technique, including (but not limited to) scales and arpeggios, technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will be exposed to more advanced levels of study, including (but not limited to) continued studies in woodwind technique at the intermediate (or higher) level, appropriate scales and arpeggios, technical studies, and appropriate literature. Each student will perform a jury examination for the music faculty at the end of each semester of study. At the discretion of the course instructor, students may also be required to participate in a student recital each semester of study. This course may be repeatable for credit based on approval from the music faculty. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 277 - Woodwind Major

    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Private Music Lesson. This course is designed for students majoring in woodwinds who are placed into the major level of study after auditioning for the music faculty. The course is required each semester for all woodwind majors. Weekly lessons will include (but will not be limited to) the fundamentals of proper breathing, tone production, embouchure, articulation, scales and arpeggios, playing technique and technical studies, etudes, and appropriate literature. During subsequent semesters of study, students will cover more advanced technical studies, scales and arpeggios, and appropriate literature (including major sonatas, concertos, etc.). Each student will perform a jury examination for the music faculty at the end of each semester of study, as well as perform in at least one student recital each semester. This course is repeatable for credit based on approval from the music faculty. There is a lab fee for this course. 1 private music lesson hour.
  

  • MUSP 290 - Piano Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to the fourth semester of major level study and includes the presentation of a recital twenty to thirty minutes in length in lieu of a jury examination. This course should be taken during the last semester of degree study.

    Prerequisite(s): At least three semesters of major level study on piano and permission of the music faculty.
  

  • MUSP 291 - Brass Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to the fourth semester of major level study, includes the presentation of a recital approximately twenty to thirty minutes in length in lieu of a jury examination, and should be taken during the last semester of degree study. Appropriate solo literature, advanced playing techniques, and performance practices will be studied throughout the semester. Upon successful completion of a recital hearing with the music faculty, students will be allowed to present a recital (normally near the end of the semester).

    Prerequisite(s): At least three semesters of major level study on a brass instrument and by permission of the music faculty.
  

  • MUSP 292 - Guitar Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to the fourth semester of major level study and includes the presentation of a recital of twenty to thirty minutes in length in lieu of a jury examination. This course should be taken during the last semester of degree study.

    Prerequisite(s): This course requires at least three semesters of major level study on guitar and permission of the music faculty.
  

  • MUSP 293 - Percussion Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to the fourth semester of major level study, includes the presentation of a recital approximately twenty to thirty minutes in length in lieu of a jury examination, and should be taken during the last semester of degree study. Appropriate solo literature, advanced playing techniques, and performance practices on a variety of percussion instruments will be studied throughout the semester. Upon successful completion of a recital hearing with the music faculty, students will be allowed to present a recital (normally near the end of the semester).

    Prerequisite(s): At least three semesters of major level study on percussion instruments and by permission of the music faculty.
  

  • MUSP 294 - String Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This class is a private music lesson of string instruction that is designed as a capstone course to prepare string majors to perform their exit recital upon completion of the music major programs in fine arts and education concentrations. Repertoire will include movements from appropriate sonatas and concerts in addition to other chamber music genres.

    Prerequisite(s): At least three semesters of major level study on a strings instrument and permission of the music faculty.
  

  • MUSP 295 - Voice Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is usually taken during a student’s final semester and is considered the capstone course for their major. The course includes the presentation of a recital twenty to thirty minutes in length in lieu of a jury examination. Students must pass a recital hearing 2 weeks prior to their recital presentation. 1 class hour.

    Prerequisite(s): At least three semesters of major level study in voice and permission of the music faculty.
  

  • MUSP 296 - Woodwind Major Recital

    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is equivalent to the fourth semester of major level study, includes the presentation of a recital approximately twenty to thirty minutes in length in lieu of a jury examination, and should be taken during the last semester of degree study. Appropriate solo literature, advanced playing techniques, and performance practices will be studied throughout the semester. Upon successful completion of a recital hearing with the music faculty, students will be allowed to present a recital (normally near the end of the semester).

    Prerequisite(s): At least three semesters of major level study on a woodwind instrument and by permission of the music faculty.

Nursing, Practical
  

  • NURP 100 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    5 hrs (Sem I)
    The course introduces content in preparation for the NCLEX-PN and entry into practice. The nursing process is taught to organize basic nursing care as well as to promote client health. Topics focus on common assessments, fundamental skills, and nursing interventions to meet the basic physiological, psychosocial needs of the client. Laboratory setting allows the student to demonstrate competency in nursing skills. 3 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Practical Nursing Program; and a grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 107 /107L  and ENGL 101 , or a grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 112 /112L . Corequisite(s): NURP 105  and NURP 110 .
  

  • NURP 105 - Nursing I

    6 hrs (Sem I)
    This course builds on the content from NURP 100  in preparation for the NCLEX-PN exam and entry to practice. Theories and concepts are provided for applying the nursing process while caring for adult non-complex patients.  Theoretical concepts from this course will be applied in the clinical setting. 4 lecture hours, 6 clinical laboratory hours.

    Corequisite(s): NURP 100  and NURP 110 .
  

  • NURP 110 - Basic Pharmacology

    2 hrs (Sem I)
    This course introduces aspects of basic pharmacology in preparation for the NCLEX-PN and for safe medication administration for entry to practice. Principles of pharmacology are emphasized with an overview of the drug classifications. The importance of the nurse’s role in the administration of medication is introduced and stressed. Methods of dosage calculations and review of mathematical concepts are also included. 2 lecture hours.

    Corequisite(s): NURP 100  and NURP 105 .
  

  • NURP 111 - Basic Pharmacology Discussion

    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course is designed to be a companion course to NURP 110 . 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 110 .
  

  • NURP 140 - Maternal and Child Health Nursing

    6 hrs (Sem II)
    This course builds on previous content in preparation for the NCLEX -PN exam and entry to practice.  Theories and concepts are provided for applying the nursing process while caring for child bearing families and reproductive health throughout the life span and for pediatric clients experiencing selected health issues. Theoretical concepts from this course will be applied in the clinical setting. 4 lecture hours, 6 clinical laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , and NURP 110 . Corequisite(s): NURP 150  and NURP 210  
  

  • NURP 150 - Nursing II

    7 hrs (Sem II)
    This course builds on previous content in preparation for NCLEX-PN exam and entry to practice. Theories and concepts are provided for applying the nursing process while caring for complex adult patients.  Theoretical concepts from this course will be applied in the clinical setting. 4 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , NURP 110 ; BIOL 107 /BIOL 107L , or BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L  and BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L ; and a grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in PSYC 142 . Corequisite(s): NURP 140  and NURP 210  
  

  • 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 .
  

  • NURP 210 - Role of the Practical Nurse

    2 hrs (Sem II)
    This course builds on previous content in preparation for NCLEX-PN exam and entry into practice.  Theories and concepts are provided for applying the nursing process in the coordination of care in order to provide safe and quality health care.  Concepts covered include continuity of care, collaboration, management, delegation, legal and ethical aspects in nursing and career planning. 2 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 100 , NURP 105 , and NURP 110 . Corequisite(s): NURP 140  and NURP 150  
  

  • NURP 215 - Nursing III - Geriatrics

    6 hrs (Summer)
    This course is a culmination of the practical nursing program. It builds on previous content in preparation for the NCLEX-PN exam and entry into practice. The nursing process is taught to organize nursing care and health promotion for the geriatric client as well as adults unable to manage independently in their community, and adults and older adults with psychosocial needs. Theoretical concepts from this course will be applied in the clinical setting to meet the needs of a group of adult and older clients with varying degrees of complexity. 3 lecture hours, 9 clinical laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 140 , NURP 150 , and NURP 210 . Corequisite(s): NURP 220  
  

  • NURP 220 - Practical Nurse Review

    1 hr (Summer)
    This course will review concepts required for licensure examination and entry into the practice of practical nursing. Includes application of the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) test plan, assessment of knowledge deficits, and development of an individual study plan based on results of previous specialty Kaplan exams.  The student will apply knowledge, skills and understanding of critical concepts required for entry into practice. 1 lecture hour.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in NURP 140 , NURP 150 , and NURP 210 . Corequisite(s): NURP 215  
 

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