May 17, 2024  
2015-2016 Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Other Courses

  
  • MUSC 1250 - Studio: Violin I


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument for majors and non-majors. Majors attend scheduled studio classes and perform a final jury. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 1260 - Studio: Viola I


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument for majors and non-majors. Majors attend scheduled studio classes and perform a final jury. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 1270 - Studio: Voice I


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument for majors and non-majors. Majors attend scheduled studio classes and perform a final jury. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 1272 - Class Voice


    (2LB)(1CR) Class instruction in the fundamentals of correct breathing, tone production and diction. Laboratory course designed for students with little or no previous voice training to aid in developing a pleasing tone quality produced with ease and proper enunciation.

  
  • MUSC 1292 - Class Guitar I


    (2LB)(1CR) The study of guitar utilizing traditional techniques and approaches, designed to allow the student to utilize the guitar as a lifelong learning tool. No previous experience is necessary for enrollment. This course is open to all Casper College students.

  
  • MUSC 1300 - Class Piano I


    (2LB)(1CR) Group instruction for music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 1030. Designed to equip students with the practical aspects of keyboard fundamentals including technique, rhythm, note reading, scales, intervals, and primary chords. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.

  
  • MUSC 1301 - Class Piano II


    (2LB)(1CR) A continuation of MUSC 1300  for the music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 1040 . Designed to equip students with late-elementary keyboard activities including improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, primary and secondary chords, major and minor scales, solo and ensemble literature. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1300 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1310 - Public School Methods: Brass Methods I


    (2LB)(1CR) Group instruction in brass instruments for the major in music education. Instruments are supplied. This course is designed to provide sufficient background, technique, materials and methods to assist the student in starting elementary and secondary brass players for their ensembles. Additionally, this course is designed to provide the student with ready-made references for their student teaching and future teaching experiences.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1030 , MUSC 1035 , MUSC 1040 , MUSC 1045 .
  
  • MUSC 1315 - Public School Methods: Brass Methods II


    (2LB)(1CR) [E] Continued group instruction in brass instruments for the major in music education. Instruments are supplied.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1030 , MUSC 1035 , MUSC 1040 , MUSC 1045  MUSC 1310 .
  
  • MUSC 1330 - Public School Methods: String Methods I


    (2LB)(1CR) [E] This course is designed to provide music education majors the opportunity to develop performance skills necessary for the classroom string instructions. Students will learn violin, viola, cello and bass during this course.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1030 , MUSC 1035 , MUSC 1040 , MUSC 1045 .
  
  • MUSC 1335 - Public School Methods: String Methods II


    (2LB)(1CR) [E] This course is designed to provide music education majors the opportunity to further develop performance skills necessary for teaching strings in a classroom setting. Students will learn advanced techniques on violin, viola, cello and bass during this course. Students will also learn how to play and conduct a classroom strings ensemble. Various levels of repertoire will be discussed and played.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1030 , MUSC 1035 , MUSC 1040 , MUSC 1045 , MUSC 1330 .
  
  • MUSC 1378 - College Band


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) Open to all students with experience on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Ensemble prepares standard wind band repertoire for one concert performance per semester. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1384 - Marimba Ensemble


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) The study and performance of literature written or arranged for ensembles comprised of mallet keyboard percussion. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1388 - Jazz Combo


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) Small-group performance in various jazz styles. Emphasis on ensemble play and individual improvisation. Student arrangements encouraged. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: MUSC 2060 , concurrent enrollment in MUSC 2060 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1390 - Jazz Ensemble I


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] This laboratory group is open to all students with previous instrumental music experience. The jazz ensemble performs at assemblies, concerts, shows, and on tour. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1400 - Collegiate Chorale


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] A selected mixed ensemble open to all students on campus regardless of their field of study. Membership is held to approximately 40- 60 voices. An audition with the instructor determines the final list of singers. Credit is given for attendance at three weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Emphasis is on a wide variety of choral literature, including music of diverse cultures. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: audition.
  
  • MUSC 1406 - Women’s Choir


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) A performance class open to all sopranos and altos on campus designed to cover a variety of literature both traditional and multi-cultural, specifically for female voices. The course offers the non-audition student an opportunity to participate in a choral activity with fewer performance requirements than the two auditioned choral organizations. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1408 - Men’s Choir


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) A performance class open to all tenors and basses on campus designed to cover a variety of literature both traditional and multi-cultural, specifically for male voices. The course offers the non-audition student an opportunity to participate in a choral activity with fewer performance requirements than the two auditioned choral organizations. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1410 - Vocal Ensemble


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] A small vocal ensemble open to all students. The course provides an opportunity to study and perform a variety of diverse popular styles, and culminates in a number of performances in various venues. An audition determines the final roster of ensemble members. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: audition with the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1420 - Opera Workshop


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] A performance based class open to all singers. Students will learn basic performance techniques and will improve their dramatic abilities through the performance of an operatic scene. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 1440 - Chamber Orchestra


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] A performance class open to all string players on campus. This course is designed to cover a variety of literature from primarily the Baroque era. Open to all students on campus, BOCES students and community members regardless of their field of study. Credit is given for attendance at the two weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Emphasis is placed on the study of stylistic concerns of string performance including bowings, articulations, dynamics and ensembles. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1450 - Percussion Ensemble


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Performs selected diverse chamber music for various combinations of percussion instruments and is open to all students with previous percussion experience who can qualify by audition for participation. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 1460 - Brass Ensemble


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] This group performs selected diverse chamber music and is open to all students with previous brass experience. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1462 - Trombone Ensemble


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) For trombone players only. Emphasis is placed upon performance quality of selected chamber music in both the classical and jazz styles. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1470 - Woodwind Ensemble


    (2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Performs selected works at various student and public recitals and generally consists of woodwind quintet, quartet, trio, and duet. This group is open to all students with previous instrumental music experience. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1480 - String Ensemble


    (2LB(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] This performing group is specifically designed to explore the string chamber music repertoire. Membership is open to all students with previous string experience. Credit is given for attendance at two weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Course content changes each semester.


    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 1500 - Introduction to Pro Tools


    (1L)(1CR) Introduction to Pro Tools Digital Audio Workstation Software. Familiarization with the user interface and understanding of the various features and capabilities.

    Prerequisites: Freshman standing preferred, community and BOCES students welcome.
  
  • MUSC 2021 - Women in Music


    (3L)(3CR) This course explores women’s contribution to the field of Western music from Ancient Greece to modern times.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Cross-listed: WMST 2021 
  
  • MUSC 2025 - World Music


    (3L)(3CR) Students learn strategies for how to listen to and compare the sound of various musical cultures. Students will also gain a deeper understanding of the local contexts of these musical expressions and how music carries meaning through complex networks of signification (e.g., ethnic identity, race, class, political, religious, economic, historical, technological, etc.).

  
  • MUSC 2030 - Written Theory III


    (3L)(3CR) [E] A continuation of MUSC 1040 . Covers 18th century counterpoint; chromatic harmony dealing with borrowed chords, Neapolitan sixth chord, and augmented sixth chords; variation technique; sonata form and rondo forms. Required for all music majors.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1040 .
  
  • MUSC 2035 - Aural Theory III


    (2LB)(1CR) [E] Instruction in rhythmic dictation (triplets and syncopation), harmonic dictation (all the diatonic triads and dominant, leading-tone seventh chords), melodic dictation and sight singing (chromatic melodies). Designed to aid the student in transforming notation into sound and sound into notation. Required for all music majors.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1045 .
  
  • MUSC 2040 - Written Theory IV


    (3L)(3CR) [E] A continuation of MUSC 2030 . Covers extended chromatic harmony dealing with ninth, 11th, 13th chords, altered dominants, and chromatic mediants; musical practice of post-romantic period; and diverse musical styles of the 20th century. Required for all music majors.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 2030 .
  
  • MUSC 2045 - Aural Theory IV


    (2LB)(1CR) [E] Rhythmic dictation, triples and syncopation, complex meter, harmonic dictation including secondary dominants and modulation, melodic dictation including 20th century harmonic language. Designed to teach melodic intervals and to aid the student in transforming notation into sound and sound into notation. Required for all music majors. A continuation of MUSC 2035 .

    Prerequisites: MUSC 2035 .
  
  • MUSC 2050 - Music History Survey I


    (3L)(3CR) [E] A comprehensive study of the history of music with emphasis on period method of study, beginning with the music of the ancient world. This takes the student through the Gregorian Chant and the modes of the 13th and 14th centuries, the Renaissance, church music, both vocal and instrumental, and to the closing of the period known as Baroque, at the death of J. S. Bach in 1750.

  
  • MUSC 2055 - Music History Survey II


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Beginning with the period known as the Classical following the Baroque, the course continues into the Romantic period, Beethoven, 19th-century opera, impressionism, music drama of R. Wagner, and closes with music of the 20th century.

  
  • MUSC 2060 - Jazz Improvisation I


    (2LB)(1CR) Offers the jazz-oriented student an organized approach to learning the extemporaneous creation of music in the jazz idiom. This creation is expressed by music performance.

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 2065 - Jazz Improvisation II


    (2LB)(1CR) A continuation of Jazz Improvisation I. Students will apply skills acquired in Improvisation I to jazz standards while learning more advanced scales, chord structures and techniques.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 2060 .
  
  • MUSC 2071 - Studio: Vocal or Instrumental


    (1-2CR) 30- or 60- minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument for majors and non-majors. Majors attend scheduled studio classes and perform a final jury. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2080 - Studio: Baritone Horn II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2090 - Studio: Bassoon II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2100 - Studio: Cello II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2110 - Studio: Clarinet II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2120 - Studio: Double Bass II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2130 - Studio: Flute II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2140 - Studio: French Horn II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2150 - Studio: Guitar II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2160 - Studio: Harp II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2170 - Studio: Oboe II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2180 - Studio: Organ II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2190 - Studio: Percussion II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2200 - Studio: Piano II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2210 - Studio: Saxophone II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2220 - Studio: Trombone II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2230 - Studio: Trumpet II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2240 - Studio: Tuba II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2250 - Studio: Violin II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2260 - Studio: Viola II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2270 - Studio: Voice II


    (1-2CR) (Max. 8) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in the specific instrument. Scheduled studio classes and final jury are required. The 30-minute lesson is open to non-majors. The 60-minute lesson is open to non-majors with the permission of the instructor. A course fee is assessed. Course content changes each semester.


  
  • MUSC 2302 - Class Piano III


    (2LB)(1CR) A continuation of MUSC 1301  for music majors currently enrolled in MUSC 2030 . Designed to equip students with intermediate-level skills including improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, chord progressions, all scales and arpeggios, Baroque and Classic keyboard styles. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 1301 .
  
  • MUSC 2303 - Class Piano IV


    (2LB)(1CR) A continuation of MUSC 2302  for music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 2040 . Designed to introduce the student to accompanying techniques, instrumental and vocal score reading, C clefs, late intermediate skills including transposition, improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, chord progressions, all scales and arpeggios, romantic and 20th century keyboard styles. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisites: MUSC 2302 .
  
  • MUSC 2320 - Diction for Singers I


    (2L)(2CR) [E] A course to facilitate proper enunciation in English and Italian and help voice students with their repertoire of art songs and operatic arias.

  
  • MUSC 2325 - Diction for Singers II


    (2L)(2CR) [E] A course to facilitate proper enunciation in German and French and help voice students with their repertoire of art songs and operatic arias.

  
  • MUSC 2395 - Piano Proficiency


    (0CR) The piano proficiency examination is a graduation requirement of all music majors.

  
  • MUSC 2410 - Sound Reinforcement I


    (2L)(2CR) Introduction to the theory, techniques, and equipment used in sound recording and reinforcement. Topics include acoustics, microphones, recorders, editing, mixing, and effects. (Fall semester.)

  
  • MUSC 2420 - Sound Reinforcement II


    (2L)(2CR) A study of the basic concepts, equipment and techniques used in the operation of an audio recording console. Topics include console function, mixing, effects, microphone placement and choice, patchbay, and console flow logic. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: MUSC 2410 .
  
  • MUSC 2465 - Directed Studies in Music: (Subtitle)


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) Individualized investigation of selected topics under the supervision of a faculty member.

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 2475 - Independent Study Audio/Recording


    (1-3CR) Students will independently produce and engineer a recording project.

    Prerequisites: completion of or concurrent enrollment in MUSC 2410 , MUSC 2420 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 2490 - Special Topics in Music: (Subtitle)


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) Special seminar in music. Topics will vary in accordance with student needs.

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • NRST 1500 - Nursing Assistant


    (2.5L, 4.5LB)(4CR) Concepts and skills of caring for residents of long-term care facilities to entry-level and experienced nursing assistants. Will enable graduates to become eligible for certification and to function in the field of long-term care. Prerequisite: current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification (original card and copy), current PPD (TB skin test) and instructor’s permission.

  
  • NRST 1605 - Issues in Nursing Practice


    (1L)(1CR) This nonclinical course introduces the student to the position of nursing in the contemporary health care scene. Nursing history, settings, roles, values, and ethical/legal dimensions are examined. The philosophy and conceptual framework of the Casper College Nursing Program are explored. (Fall semester).

    Prerequisites: admission to the nursing program.
    Concurrent enrollment: NRST 1615 .
  
  • NRST 1615 - Nursing Process I


    (6L, 10LB)(10CR) Designed to acquaint the student with the concepts of person, health, environment, and nursing. The holistic nature of the person is explored in states of health and illness with special consideration of nutritional status. The role of the nurse is introduced. Interpersonal and technical skills and the nursing process are emphasized as means of assisting persons to adapt to stressors in the environment. Guided learning experiences in the laboratory are correlated with classroom instruction. As progress is made in the course, the focus is on the roles of the nurse in assisting the person across the lifespan to attain optimal health within the environment. Emphasis is placed upon use of the nursing process and basic management of persons experiencing alterations in the gastrointestinal system, genitourinary system, musculoskeletal system, endocrine system, immune system, and mental health. Guided learning experiences in various community facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

    Concurrent enrollment: NRST 1605 
  
  • NRST 1625 - Nursing Process II


    (4L, 12LB)(8CR) The focus is on the role of the nurse in assisting the person across the lifespan to attain optimal health within the environment. Emphasis is placed upon use of the nursing process and basic management of persons experiencing alterations in the gastrointestinal system, genitourinary system, musculoskeletal system, endocrine system, immune system, and mental health. Guided learning experiences in various community facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisites: NRST 1605 , NRST 1615 , concurrent enrollment: ZOO 2110  (if not taken previously), NRST 1630 
  
  • NRST 1630 - Nursing Process and the Childbearing Family


    (2L)(2CR) This course examines the roe of the nurse in the care of the family during the childbirth process. The concepts of person, health, environment, and nursing will be explored from both a normal and high-risk perspective during pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and the newborn periods. Application of the content in this course will be integrated into the clinical experience of NRST 2635 and/or NRST 2645.

    Prerequisites: NRST 1615 
    NRST 1625 .
  
  • NRST 2635 - Nursing Process III


    (4L, 15LB)(9CR) The focus is on the role of the nurse in assisting the person across the lifespan to attain optimal health within the environment. Emphasis is placed upon use of the nursing process and advanced management of persons experiencing alterations in fluid and electrolytes, the neurosensory, respiratory, integumentary, and cardiovascular systems. Guided learning experiences in various community facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisites: NRST 1625 , NRST 1630 , ZOO 2110 .
    Concurrent enrollment: MOLB 2210  (if not taken previously).
  
  • NRST 2645 - Nursing Process IV


    (4L, 15LB)(9CR) The focus is the role of the nurse in assisting the person across the lifespan to attain optimal health within the environment. Emphasis is placed upon the use of the nursing process and advanced management of persons experiencing alterations in mental health, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and immune systems. Guided learning experiences in various health care facilities are correlated with classroom instruction.

    Prerequisites: NRST 2635 , MOLB 2210 .
    Concurrent enrollment: NRST 2960 .
  
  • NRST 2960 - Nursing Role Exploration


    (1L)(1CR) This nonclinical course emphasizes the role of the A.D.N. graduate and the changes encountered in transition from student to graduate. Student will focus on transition/reality shock, employer-employee relationships, and professionalism. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: NRST 2635 .
    Concurrent enrollment in NRST 2645 .
  
  • NURS 1100 - Professional Nursing Care in Health Promotion


    (5L, 15LB)(10CR) This semester introduces the learner to the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Health promotion includes learning about self-health and health in children, adults, older adults, and the family experiencing a normal pregnancy and delivery. Learners will value evidence about healthy lifestyle patterns and risk factors for disease and illness, apply growth and development theory, develop therapeutic relationships, conduct an age appropriate and culturally sensitive health assessment, and promote health using the nursing process and standards of professional nursing. Guided learning experiences in various community settings and facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

     

    Prerequisites: Admission to the nursing program.

  
  • NURS 1200 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Chronic Illness


    (5L, 15LB)(10CR) This semester introduces the learner to the patient and family with chronic illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Learners will use caring behaviors, therapeutic communication and advocacy when providing care to patients with chronic illness across the lifespan. The learner will identify the roles and values of the members of the interprofessional healthcare team. The patient-and family-lived experience is emphasized. Guided and/or precepted learning experiences in various community settings and facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisites: NURS 1100  
    Concurrent enrollment in PSYC 1000  (if not taken previously).
  
  • NURS 2300 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Acute Illness


    (5L, 15LB)(10CR) This semester introduces the learner to the patient and family with acute illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Learners will use caring behaviors, therapeutic communication and advocacy when providing care to patients with acute illness across the lifespan, including acute complication of pregnancy and delivery. The learner will facilitate the effectiveness of the interprofessional healthcare team. The patient-and family-lived experience is emphasized. Guided and/or precepted learning experiences in various community settings and facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisites: NURS 1200  
    ENGL 1020 /COM2 (if not taken previously)
  
  • NURS 2400 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Complex Illness


    (5L, 15LB)(10CR) This semester introduces the learner to the patient and family with complex illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. This semester is focused on the vulnerable patient which could include multisystem acute and chronic disease processes and physiological, mental and socioeconomic factors that put the patient at risk, including complication of pregnancy and delivery. The patient-and family-lived experience is emphasized. Guided and/or precepted learning experiences in various community settings and facilities are correlated with classroom and laboratory instruction.

    Prerequisites: NURS 2300  
    POLS 1000  (if not taken previously)
  
  • OCTH 2000 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy


    (2L)(2CR) This course is designed to introduce students to the occupational therapy profession. As the history, scope of practice, objectives and functions of occupational therapy are addressed, students will affirm their academic decision.

  
  • PEAC 1002 - Football-Volleyball Fitness


    (2LB)(1CR) The physical education program is designed to promote physical efficiency and fitness and good sportsmanship. Basic techniques for the learning of skills, rules of the game, strategy of play, and safety practices. A basic program of physical activity to provide participation in football, volleyball, and physical fitness.

  
  • PEAC 1003 - Basketball-Hockey-Softball


    (2LB)(1CR) Similar to PEAC 1002 in basketball, hockey, and softball.

  
  • PEAC 1020 - Fitness Training


    (2LB)(1CR) Internet course designed to instruct participants in how to set up and participate in a weight training and conditioning program.

  
  • PEAC 1028 - Chi Kung


    (2LB)(1CR) Chi Kung is an ancient Chinese form of exercise focusing on proper breathing, body alignment, and slow movements. Students will be exposed to various deep breathing exercises, ergonomic stances and postures, and movements that are designed to promote proper circulation and strengthen the body.

  
  • PEAC 1030 - Dance Aerobics


    (2LB)(1CR) A fitness class using a variety of exercises that stimulates heart and lung activity for a time period sufficiently long to produce beneficial changes in the body. Strength development by weight training is also included.

  
  • PEAC 1031 - Western and Social Dancing


    (2LB)(1CR) [E] A beginning course in western and social dancing stressing the basic steps of the two step, fox trot, jitterbug, east coast swing, polka, cotton-eyed joe, waltz, cha-cha and salsa.

  
  • PEAC 1041 - Basic Self-Defense


    (2LB)(1CR) A basic course in self-defense covering some home self-defense breakaway techniques and how to handle general distress situations.

  
  • PEAC 1042 - Basic Self-Defense II


    (2LB)(1CR) Continuation of basic self-defense. Combination strikes, counter techniques, throws and falls, advanced kicks, takedowns and further awareness of personal safety issues.

  
  • PEAC 1044 - Beginning Tae Kwon Do


    (2LB)(1CR) A basic course in the art of Tae Kwon Do teaches the mental training and techniques of unarmed combat for self-defense.

  
  • PEAC 1045 - Kickboxing


    (2LB)(1CR) This kickboxing course is a martial arts fitness class. Students learn proper kicking and punching techniques and self-defense skills. The course provides students an opportunity to increase martial arts skills, flexibility, and improved cardiovascular performance.

  
  • PEAC 1048 - Kickboxing II


    (2LB)(1CR) This kickboxing course is a martial arts fitness class. Students learn proper kicking and punching techniques and self-defense skills. The course provides students an opportunity to increase martial arts skills, flexibility, and improved cardiovascular performance.

    Prerequisites: PEAC 1045 .
  
  • PEAC 1050 - Beginning Tennis


    (2LB)(1CR) Beginning co-ed activity class of tennis basic skills and techniques.

  
  • PEAC 1053 - Bowling


    (2LB)(1CR) A basic activity class providing background and instruction in the lifetime sport of bowling. Instruction is given with emphasis on developing skills.

  
  • PEAC 1255 - Beginning Golf


    (2LB)(1CR) A basic activity class providing background in golf. Golf instruction is given at the driving range and in the gymnasium with emphasis on beginning skill level.

  
  • PEAC 1257 - Beginning Racquetball


    (2LB)(1CR) Will provide the student the opportunity to learn the basic skills, rules, and strategy of the game.

  
  • PEAC 1266 - Trapshooting


    (2LB)(1CR) Designed to acquaint students with firearm safety, gun anatomy, reloading techniques, and in trapshooting techniques and rules. Students provide their own ammunition and pay for the clay birds used.

  
  • PEAC 1267 - Advanced Trapshooting


    (2LB)(1CR) Designed for the more accomplished trapshooter. Singles, doubles, modified clay bird, and handicap shooting will be stressed. Gun safety and reloading techniques. Students provide their own ammunition and pay for the clay targets used.

    Prerequisites: PEAC 1266 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • PEAC 1271 - Weight Loss Conditioning


    (2LB)(1CR) Promotes fitness and safe weight loss techniques through exercise and diet.

  
  • PEAC 1273 - Heavy Resistance Conditioning


    (2LB)(1CR) Individual training in the Fitness and Wellness Center, emphasizing large muscle activity and cardiovascular development.

 

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