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MULT 280 - Twentieth Century Popular Music
2 hours
A course designed to acquaint students with the development and theory of twentieth century American folk, jazz, Broadway, film score, and popular music. Students will examine the development of each genre, and provide an analysis of the variant musical structures. Prerequisite(s): FINA 101 . UG
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MULT 295 - Music History I
2 hours
History of Western Musical Development from the Greek through the late Renaissance; concentration from Leonin through the Gabrielis. UG
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MULT 300 - Organ Literature
2 hours
This course includes a survey of organ literature from the Renaissance through 20th-century compositions. Emphasis is placed on stylistic differences in each period and registration commonly associated with each style of composition. A study of the organ of different countries and periods for which the literature was composed is included. UG
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MULT 301 - World Musics
3 hours
A study of representative music systems of the world, the function of these musics within the cultures of which they are a part, and a comparison of these phenomena with their Western counterparts. Seeks to provide an understanding of non-Western music systems as a means to appreciating the ethnic diversity in our pluralistic society. Open to all students; no prior musical training is necessary. UG
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MULT 302 - Organ Pedagogy
2 hours
Different methods of technique training, choice of registration for different styles of literature, and source materials for various levels of organ training are included. The student will be given practical experience in coaching an organ student under the guidance of an organ faculty member. UG
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MULT 304 - Piano Literature
2 hours
A survey of the historical, stylistic, and formal aspects of piano literature from 1700 to the present. Prerequisite(s): two semesters of MUPN 111 or permission of the instructor. UG
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MULT 305 - Piano Pedagogy
2 hours
A course designed to prepare the advanced pianist for successful teaching in the private studio or the piano lab. The course includes a collective survey of currently available teaching method books, a study of the principles of good teaching, and instruction in the business procedures necessary for the self-employed music teacher. Prerequisite(s): two semesters of MUPN 111 or permission of the instructor. It is strongly recommended that students emphasizing Piano in the Music concentration substitute this course for two hours of upper-division Applied study. UG
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MULT 335 - Brass, Woodwind, String, and Percussion Instrument Pedagogy and Literature
2 hours
This course is specific to the student’s major applied instrument. Student must make arrangements with his applied instructor and the Dean of the School of Music. UG
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MULT 367 - Show Choir
0-1 hours
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 370 - Vocal Literature and Pedagogy
2 hours
The study of vocal literature will include songs from the major periods and languages of music history, folk songs, musical theatre selections and other works that would be appropriate for the beginning voice student. Current voice publications will be surveyed. Fundamentals of voice production will be examined in order to give the student an overview of the teaching of singing. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of the Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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MULT 378 - Ensemble: Brass Consort (does not fulfill ensemble requirement)
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 379 - Ensemble: Jazz Band
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 381 - Ensemble: University Orchestra
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 382 - Ensemble: Concert Singers
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 384 - Ensemble: Orpheus Choir
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 385 - Ensemble: Handbell Choir (does not fulfill ensemble requirement)
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 388 - Ensemble: Concert Band
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 389 - Ensemble: Marching Band
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 392 - Ensemble: Wind Ensemble
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 393 - Ensemble: Chamber Ensemble (does not fulfill ensemble requirement)
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 394 - Ensemble: Gospel Choir (does not fulfill ensemble requirement)
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 395 - Music History II
2 hours
Continuation of MULT 295 . Western musical development in the Baroque, pre-Classical and Classical eras; concentration from Monteverdi through Beethoven. Prerequisite(s): MULT 295 and successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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MULT 396 - Music History III
2 hours
Continuation of MULT 395 . Western musical development from the Romantic era through the present day; concentration from Schubert through Phillip Glass. Prerequisite(s): MULT 395 . UG
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MULT 397 - Ensemble University Strings
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. UG
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MULT 398 - Ensemble Symphonic Band
0-1 hour
After qualifying by audition, students of any department may participate in the numerous ensembles offered by the School of Music. All who concentrate in Music are required to participate in at least one ensemble each semester. Freshmen and sophomores will enroll in the ensemble course under the MULT 167 -MULT 198 series of numbers. Juniors and seniors will enroll under the upper-division numbers MULT 367 -MULT 398 . Ensembles are 0-1 hour credit each semester. Students should note that several ensembles below do not fulfill the ensemble requirements for music majors and minors. Offered alternate years. Includes peer teaching in a lab setting. UG
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MUOR 109 - Organ
2 hours
Instruction for non-Music majors/minors. Organ methods by Roger Davis and Wayne Leupold. Repertoire includes J.S. Bach’s Eight Little Preludes and Fugues; pieces by Mendelssohn, Buxtehude, Pachelbel, and Rheinberger; and hymn-playing in three and four voices. The 309 level emphasizes larger works by these composers, anthem accompaniments, free harmonizations, and improvisation. Four semesters of MUOR 109 must be completed prior to enrolling in MUOR 309 . Placement by permission of the instructor. UG
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MUOR 111 - Organ
2 hours
Private instruction for Music majors and minors. Organ methods by Roger Davis and Wayne Leupold. Repertoire includes J.S. Bach’s Eight Little Preludes and Fugues; pieces by Mendelssohn, Buxtehude, Pachelbel, Rheinberger, and contemporary composers; easier hymn arrangements; and hymns in three and four voices. A final examination is required at the end of the semester. Students enrolled in this level must concurrently enroll in MUAP 060 (Studio Piano). Placement by permission of the instructor. UG
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MUOR 309 - Organ
2 hours
Instruction for non-Music majors/minors. Organ methods by Roger Davis and Wayne Leupold. Repertoire includes J.S. Bach’s Eight Little Preludes and Fugues; pieces by Mendelssohn, Buxtehude, Pachelbel, and Rheinberger; and hymn-playing in three and four voices. The 309 level emphasizes larger works by these composers, anthem accompaniments, free harmonizations, and improvisation. Four semesters of MUOR 109 must be completed prior to enrolling in MUOR 309 . Placement by permission of the instructor. UG
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MUOR 311 - Organ
2 hours
Continued private organ instruction. Repertoire from J.S. Bach: Larger Preludes and Fugues, Trio Sonatas, and the 18 Leipzig Chorales. Compositions by Franck, Vierne, Langlais, Alain, and Messiaen. Hymn-playing in four parts, anthem accompaniments, transposition, and modulation are also included. A final examination is required at the end of the semester. Students enrolled in this level must concurrently enroll in MUAP 060 (Studio Piano). Prerequisite(s): four semesters of MUOR 111 and successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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MUPN 100 - Beginning Piano (Non-Music Majors/Minors)
1 hour
Class piano instruction. Basic piano skills. Placement by the Piano faculty. UG
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MUPN 105 - Beginning Piano (Music Majors/Minors)
1 hour
Class piano instruction. Geography of the keyboard, hand position, staff reading, basic keyboard theory. Placement by the Piano faculty. UG
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MUPN 106 - Elementary Piano
1 hour
Class piano instruction. Basic technique, reading in all major and minor keys, ensemble music, repertoire at the level of Bartok: Mikrokosmos, Volume 1. Prerequisite(s): MUPN 105 or placement by the Piano faculty. UG
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MUPN 107 - Late Elementary Piano
1 hour
Class piano instruction. Scales and triads in all keys, reading easy two-voice textures, chord charts, open choral scores, harmonization, repertoire at the level of Bach: Little Preludes. Prerequisite(s): MUPN 106 or placement by the Piano faculty. UG
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MUPN 108 - Piano Proficiency
1 hour
Class piano instruction. Preparation for the Piano Proficiency Examination, as described in the Music Student Handbook. All students desiring to complete a concentration in Music must complete the Piano Proficiency Exam. UG
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MUPN 109 - Piano (Non-Majors/Minors)
2 hours
Private instruction for non-Piano majors/minors dealing with the less difficult compositions from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century periods. Instruction will be given in technique, sight-reading, transposition, accompanying, and ensemble-playing. Non-Piano majors/minors must complete four semesters of 109 level before enrolling in 309 level. Placement by Piano faculty. Course may be taken multiple times. UG
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MUPN 111 - Piano (Majors/Minors)
2 hours
Private instruction for Piano majors and minors includes weekly private lessons, weekly studio class, memorization of literature from the standard classical repertoire, and a final performance examination adjudicated by the Keyboard faculty. Students enrolled in this level should be concurrently enrolled in MUAP 060 (Studio Piano). Placement by Piano faculty. Course may be taken multiple times. UG
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MUPN 309 - Piano (Non-Majors/Minors)
2 hours
Private instruction for non-Piano majors/minors dealing with the less difficult compositions from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century periods. Instruction will be given in technique, sight-reading, transposition, accompanying, and ensemble-playing. Non-Piano majors/minors must complete four semesters of 109 level before enrolling in 309 level. Placement by Piano faculty. Course may be taken multiple times. UG
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MUPN 311 - Piano
2 hours
Continued private instruction for Piano majors and minors. The student should cultivate a well-balanced repertoire comprised of compositions of Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern composers. A playing exam is required at the end of each semester. Students enrolled in this level should concurrently enroll in MUAP 060 . Course may be repeated multiple times. Prerequisite(s): Four semesters of MUPN 111 and successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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MUTH 101 - Introduction to Music Theory
1 hour
A beginning course in music theory covering basic note reading and rhythms, major and minor key signatures, and scales. Music majors and minors must concurrently be enrolled in piano or demonstrate evidence of advanced piano skills. Prerequisite(s): Theory Placement Exam. UG
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MUTH 120 - Musicianship I
2 hours
A course in developing basic musicianship. Rhythm, sight-singing, and melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation are covered. For Music majors and minors. Student must be enrolled concurrently in piano and MUTH 130 . UG
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MUTH 130 - Harmony I
3 hours
A course in the study of diatonic harmony through analysis and partwriting. Emphasis on harmonization, voice-leading, and harmonic progression. Student must be concurrently enrolled in piano and MUTH 120 . Prerequisite(s): Theory Placement Exam. UG
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MUTH 131 - Musicianship II
2 hours
A continuation of MUTH 120 that culminates with taking the Rudimentary Music Skills Exam. Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 120 . UG
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MUTH 135 - Musicianship III
2 hours
A continuation of MUTH 131 . Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 131 . UG
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MUTH 150 - Composition Forum
1 hour
This course lays the foundation for continued study in composition by freely experimenting with various textures and styles of music, and by developing listening skills. Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor. UG
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MUTH 230 - Harmony II
3 hours
A continuation of MUTH 130 covering seventh chords, chords of secondary function, modulations, and augmented sixth chords. The course culminates with taking the Rudimentary Music Skills Exam. Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 130 . UG
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MUTH 232 - Harmony III
3 hours
A study of the dissolution of tonality, tonal center, and rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic practices of the 20th century. Emphasis on analysis and composition. Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 230 . UG
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MUTH 242 - Electronic Composition
2 hours
Exploration of compositional possibilities within the electronic medium; deepening understanding of tone production and sound mixing techniques; applying orchestration, counterpoint, and improvisation to create electronic and/or electroacoustic compositions. Course may be repeated for continued study. Prerequisite(s): MUED 240 UG
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MUTH 250 - Composition I
2 hours
Music composition is applied study in the creation of original abstract music. The creative impulse is developed by gaining an understanding melody, harmony, rhythm, and motive and phrase structure. Simple forms, such as binary and ternary, and theme and variations will be explored. The creation of an original music work is to be performed in recital. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 150 and permission of instructor. UG
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MUTH 260 - Jazz Theory I
2 hours
The study of fundamental theoretical concepts and tools necessary to understand jazz and contemporary harmony and theory in a diatonic context. This will apply to instrumental performance, compositional and arranging skill, music pedagogy, and overall musicianship in jazz and contemporary genres. The main course elements are: jazz notation and nomenclature; chord structures, function, and extensions; Roman numeral and functional analysis; common jazz and contemporary chord progressions; melodic function and analysis; re-harmonization techniques; chord-scales and commonly used scales in these genres; the blues form; modal theory and harmony. UG
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MUTH 300 - Form and Analysis
2 hours
A progressive study of musical form of all style periods from the motive through the sonata and concerto. Descriptive and reduction analysis are covered. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 230 or approval of instructor. UG
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MUTH 320 - Counterpoint
2 hours
A course in tonal counterpoint of the 17th and 18th centuries. Fugue as both a form and as a compositional technique is studied. Emphasis on writing culminates in the composition of a three-voice fugue with two counter subjects. Offered alternate years. UG
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MUTH 325 - Choral Arranging
2 hours
Introduces the techniques of scoring for choral ensembles. Involves the arranging of various musical works for vocal solo, women’s choir, men’s choir, mixed choir, and children’s choir. Arrangements will involve the study of vocal range, balance between voices, and syntax or the proper handling of text. UG
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MUTH 330 - Advanced Music Technology
2 hours
A continuation of Music Technology with emphasis on digital software. Exploration and application for using technology in composition will be included. Prerequisite(s): MUED 240 . UG
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MUTH 360 - Jazz Theory II
2 hours
Covers advanced jazz and contemporary harmony and theory. These concepts apply to instrumental performance, compositional and arranging skill, music pedagogy, and overall musicianship in jazz and contemporary genres. The main elements of this course include: function and analysis of secondary dominants and interpolated IImin7 (secondary-supertonic) chords, extended dominant and the use of tritone substitution dominant chords (SubV7); modulation and temporary tonic; modal interchange concept; re-harmonization techniques and the use of non-diatonic chords and altered tensions; analysis of common idiom chord progressions with non-diatonic chords; advanced chords nomenclature; use of upper-structure (hybrid) chords and multifunctional chord structures; chromatic approach chords; non-functional harmony; jazz-minor, harmonic minor scales and modes, and advanced chord-scales. UG
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MUTH 401 - Practices in Contemporary Music
3 hours
An independent study in which students compare and analyze various works of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Works will be studied and comparisons drawn between various music styles in terms of form, timbre, harmonic language, rhythmic complexity, media types, and notational systems. UG
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MUTH 420 - Composition II
2 hours
A continuation of MUTH 250 , composing in larger forms and a variety of styles utilizing different musical media. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 250 . UG
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MUTH 425 - Instrumental Arranging
2 hours
The study of arranging music works for instrumental solo and band and orchestra ensembles. Concepts of range, balance and timbre, and studio versus live performance arranging will be explored. Students will be asked to complete arranging projects assigned by the professor. UG
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MUTH 494 - Instrumentation
2 hours
Range and transposition of the orchestra; timbres of instruments individually and in combination; arranging for small groups and for full orchestras. Emphasis will be placed on arranging for school orchestras, with limited instrumentation and players of moderate ability. UG
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MUVO 101 - Preparatory Voice
1 hour
Class study incorporating lectures and practical applications for confidence, poise, posture, diaphragmatic breathing, and analysis of vocal performance. Vocalises are taught as a means of improving technique and correcting vocal faults. An examination is required at the end of the semester. Placement by Voice faculty. Course may be repeated for credit. UG
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MUVO 107 - Class Voice
2 hours
Class study incorporating lectures and practical applications for confidence, poise, posture, diaphragmatic breathing, controlling registers, resonance, vowels, consonants, legato, interpretation and expression, analysis of vocal performance, and the fundamentals of Italian diction. Vocalises are taught as a means of improving technique and correcting vocal faults. The repertoire includes art songs (some in Italian) and other literature as appropriate. An examination is required at the end of the semester. Placement by Voice faculty. Course may be repeated for credit. UG
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MUVO 109 - Voice for Non-majors/minors
2 hours
Private instruction for non-Music majors/minors. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom through correct approach to vowels and consonants; rhythm, intervals, scales, arpeggios; stage deportment. Repertoire selected at discretion of teacher. Four semesters of MUVO 109 must be completed prior to enrolling in MUVO 309 . Placement by Voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 111 - Voice for Music Majors/minors
2 hours
Private voice instruction for Music majors and minors. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom through correct approach to vowels and consonants; rhythm, intervals, scales, arpeggios; stage deportment. Repertoire includes art songs in English, Italian, French, and German; oratorio and operatic arias; and other literature as appropriate. Required participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ). A jury/examination is required at the end of each semester. Two hours each semester until student passes the Upper-Division Hearing. Placement by Voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 115 - Contemporary Voice
2 hours
Private voice instruction focusing on contemporary commercial music styles, with primary focus on Broadway techniques. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom; stage deportment. Repertoire includes selections from Broadway and cross-over shows, and other literature as appropriate. Specific attention will be given to the healthy, functional differences between classical, “legit,” and “belting” techniques. Required participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ) and end of semester jury. Placement by voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 240 - Diction I
2 hours
The physiology of diction; introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA); study of the rules of pronunciation for English, Italian, and Latin; practical application to solo and choral literature. UG
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MUVO 250 - Diction II
2 hours
Continuation of applications from MUVO 240 ; study of the rules of pronunciation for German and French; practical application to advanced solo voice literature. Prerequisite(s): MUVO 240 . UG
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MUVO 309 - Voice for Non-majors/minors
2 hours
Private instruction for non-Music majors/minors. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom through correct approach to vowels and consonants; rhythm, intervals, scales, arpeggios; stage deportment. Repertoire selected at discretion of teacher. Four semesters of MUVO 109 must be completed prior to enrolling in MUVO 309 . Placement by Voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 311 - Voice for Music Majors/minors
2 hours
Continued technical development; sustained tone of bel canto; ornamentation, interpretation, tone color; pronunciation, enunciation, and articulation. Repertoire includes more advanced art songs in English, Italian, French, and German; oratorio and operatic arias; and other literature as appropriate. Requires participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ) as assigned. Two hours each semester until student is approved for senior recital. The candidate for graduation must present a recital including literature of the major periods, in original languages, demonstrating an understanding of various styles. (See MUAP 495 for time requirements). Prerequisite(s): four semesters of MUVO 111 and successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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MUVO 315 - Contemporary Voice
2 hours
Private voice instruction focusing on contemporary commercial music styles, with primary focus on Broadway techniques. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom; stage deportment. Repertoire includes selections from Broadway and cross-over shows, and other literature as appropriate. Specific attention will be given to the healthy, functional differences between classical, “legit,” and “belting” techniques. Required participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ) and end of semester jury. Placement by voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 320 - Seminar in Vocal Performance
2 hours
A seminar-style course specifically designed for upper level voice majors who plan to pursue graduate study or professional careers in performance, or both. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, genre-specific diction and vocal technique, body movement and stagecraft, genre-specific repertoire, ensemble and accompanist issues, auditioning procedures and techniques. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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NSCI 331 - Computing Foundations for Scientists
3 hours
Same as CSIS 331 . UG
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NRSG 301 - Introduction to Informatics and Professional Nursing
3 hours
This course presents an overview of concepts for professional nursing practice and nursing informatics. The historical, philosophical, and professional perspectives are presented as the genesis for the development of professional nursing. Emphasis is placed upon the theoretical basis for the science of nursing. Also included in the module are the concepts of communication between health providers to assist nurses in obtaining health information, and to assist nurses as they develop health education materials and health presentations. CS
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NRSG 326 - Community Health Nursing
3 hours
The focus of this course is on the role of a nurse in the health and well-being of the community. Health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance of local communities are assessed and evaluated. The health care delivery system, cultural diversity, ethics, and sociopolitical forces are examined. High risk population aggregates are studied and the roles of various community and public health nurses are explored. Resources investigated will include community agencies, clinics, and government agencies. 15 Practicum/project hours required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 342 - Transcultural Nursing
3 hours
In this course, the development of cultural sensitivity is studied. Learners design the delivery of culturally appropriate nursing care incorporating the role and function of the family across the life span. CS
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NRSG 350 - Health Assessment
3 hours
The focus of this course is to strengthen physical assessment knowledge through the understanding of selected assessment processes. Emphasis is placed on the respiratory, circulatory, abdominal, and neurological systems as to the nursing history, examination, and documentation. CS
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NRSG 360 - Pathophysiology
3 hours
The focus of this course is to strengthen the understanding of selected pathophysiologic processes. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of common pathophysiologic processes and their relationship with current health issues utilizing evidence-based nursing practice. CS
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NRSG 361 - Pharmacology
3 hours
This course helps the licensed nurse better understand clinically relevant pharmacological concepts and principles. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students continue to build upon previous knowledge of assessment, implementation, and evaluation of pharmacotherapeutics. CS
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NRSG 395 - Nursing Research
3 hours
This course provides the basic foundation for an understanding of nursing research. Included in the course are an overview of nursing research, steps in the research process, research designs, research methodology, data collection and analysis, and utilization of research. Prerequisite(s): MTH 120 . CS
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NRSG 436 - The Global Community
3 hours
This course is designed to provide an overview of international health issues and the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse communities. Students will analyze the health of global communities and discuss potential avenues of health promotion, health protection, health prevention, and health maintenance. Target populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access and sociopolitical forces. Principles of epidemiology are explored and the effects of environmental health issues are evaluated. 15 Practicum/project hours are required to complete course. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 326 . CS
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NRSG 443 - Global & Transcultural Nursing
3 hours
In this course, the development of cultural sensitivity is studied and an overview of global health issues is provided, along with the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse communities. Students will analyze and discuss potential avenues of health promotion, health protection, health prevention, and health maintenance. Target populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access and sociopolitical forces along with cultural considerations. Learners design delivery of culturally appropriate nursing care incorporating the role and function of the family across the life span. 15 practicum/project hours required to complete course. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 326 . CS
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NRSG 445 - Families in Crisis
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity to study the nurse’s role in counseling patients and families. This course will challenge the learner to explore the counseling profession and adapt counseling approaches to the nursing role. Students will reflect on self-care and self-growth during this course. Students will identify an approach to counseling that will relate to the patients/clients treated in their professional field. CS
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NRSG 448 - Introduction to Faith Community Nursing
3 hours
This course is an introduction into the role of a Faith Community Nurse. In this course, students will learn about the scope and standards of Faith Community Nursing (FCN), self-care and prayer, ethical issues and legal aspects of FCN, and documentation. CS
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NRSG 463 - Leadership/Management in Nursing
3 hours
This course is the study of management and leadership theories, principles, and concepts. This course will focus on transforming personal leadership. Emphasis is placed on facilitating professional leadership behavior. 15 Practicum/project hours are required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 467 - Leadership and Issues in Health Care, Law, and Ethics
3 hours
This course is the study of leadership and management theories, principles, and concepts along with a critical examination of the issues facing the nursing profession in the 21st century. This course will focus on facilitating professional leadership while gaining knowledge of healthcare law. The goal is to enhance learners’ understanding of leadership roles ethical management and leadership roles and current laws in the healthcare setting. 15 practicum/project hours required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 470 - Issues in Health Care, Law, and Ethics
3 hours
A critical examination of the profession of nursing in the 21st century will be analyzed within theoretical frameworks. Topics will include legal, ethical, political, and professional issues that will challenge students. These timely topics will be presented in a way that will provoke thought, dialogue, and debate. The future of nursing within the evolving health-care system will be speculated. 15 Practicum/project hours required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 501 - Theoretical and Professional Foundations of Nursing
3 hours
This course provides an opportunity to explore theoretical models of practice in healthcare systems. The relationship between nursing systems models and other disciplines are examined. An emphasis is placed on developing a foundation for application of professional practice through using a systems approach. Prerequisite(s): All BSN courses in RN-to-MSN program, or concurrent. CS
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NRSG 526 - Moral/Ethical Decision-Making
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity to study the nurses’ role in moral and ethical decision making. This course will challenge the learner to examine moral and ethical value systems when encountering patients with acute and chronic disease processes. This course will allow the nurse to analyze the impact of moral, spiritual, ethical, social, and political values, as they relate to professional practice. Discussion centers on recognizing physiological, moral, ethical, and spiritual variance among cultural norms and health care practices in varied racial and ethnic backgrounds. Students will reflect on their personal values as they relate to moral and ethical decision making, the role of change agent for others and nursing implications for professional, spiritual, and personal growth. Prerequisite(s): All BSN courses in RN-to-MSN program, or concurrent. CS
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NRSG 621 - Teaching Roles and Strategies
3 hours
Teaching as a profession is explored along with the role of an educator, the learning process, and teachers as leaders, mentors, and role models. Educational philosophy is examined including student centered learning. Students will examine factors that influence learning, explore critical topics in education, accreditation, educational organizations, funding, cultural diversity, and gender sensitivity. Students will begin to determine a personal teaching philosophy and determine appropriateness of various teaching strategies. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 629 . GR
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NRSG 622 - Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Evaluation
3 hours
This course will prepare the student to design curriculum and evaluate its effectiveness. Students will design, implement, and assess outcomes through a mini curriculum project. The student will consider their personal educational philosophy when determining ways to engage learners and assess learning outcomes. Various methods of course delivery are considered including distance delivery, online modalities, and emerging trends in education. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 621 . GR
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NRSG 624 - Evaluation in Nursing Education
3 hours
The student will integrate, apply, and evaluate the principles and concepts relative to a graduate level nurse educator. The students will build on their plans to design, implement, and evaluate a teaching component related to their specializations and practice settings. Students will critically reflect on their knowledge and revise their personal development plan. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 622 . GR
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NRSG 626 - Moral/Ethical Decision Making
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity to study the nurses’ role in moral and ethical decision-making. This course will challenge the learner to examine moral and ethical value systems when encountering patients with acute and chronic disease processes. This course will allow the nurse to analyze the impact of moral, spiritual, ethical, social, and political values, as they relate to professional practice. Discussions center on recognizing physiological, moral, ethical, and spiritual variance among cultural norms and health care practices in varied racial and ethnic backgrounds. Students will reflect on their personal values as they relate to moral and ethical decision-making, the role of change agents for others and nursing implications to professional, spiritual and personal growth. GR
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NRSG 627 - Professional Role Development of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
3 hours
This course examines advanced practice nursing concepts, such as professional role development and practice, leadership, healthcare delivery systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, healthcare policy, finance, education and personal obligation. The course builds on knowledge from moral and ethical decision-making theories and evidence-based practice. Opportunities are offered to examine Christian philosophical views of leadership, change theory, barriers to change, and effective leadership strategies. Students will define their role, as it applies to their practicum and future practice, as an APRN. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 626 , NRSG 653 , NRSG 673 /NRSG 674 or MSN degree including NRSG 673 /NRSG 674 , NRSG 675 /NRSG 676 , NRSG 677 /NRSG 678 (or equivalent). GR
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NRSG 628 - Nursing Informatics
3 hours
This course prepares students to use information systems and technology to support and improve patient care and to impact healthcare systems. This course builds on basic computer competencies and focuses on information literacy and management, including both electronic patient health information and provider decision support resources. Ethical and legal issues specific to the use of informatics will be explored in this course. GR
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NRSG 629 - Professional Role Development of the Nurse Educator and Nurse Leader/Manager
3 hours
This course examines concepts of professional role development as a Nurse Educator in undergraduate nursing education or a Nurse Leader/Manager. These concepts include professional practice, assessment, teaching and learning strategies, evaluation, healthcare delivery systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, healthcare policy, finance, and personal obligation. The course builds on knowledge from moral and ethical decision-making theories and evidence-based practice. Opportunities to examine Christian philosophical views of leadership, change theory, barriers to change, and effective leadership strategies are explored. Students will define their role, including competencies, as they apply to the MSN practicum and future practice. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 626 , NRSG 653 ; NRSG 673 /NRSG 674 or NRSG 679 /NRSG 680 (need to be done with first 16 weeks). GR
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NRSG 631 - Nurse as a Leader and Manager of Care
3 hours
This course will examine various models of organizational, managerial, and leadership theory. The student will review mid-level and senior managerial and leadership roles within a health care organization. The student will consider trends in nursing and health care as a means to predict practice change. Theories on change, leadership, concepts of power, and empowerment will be examined as they relate to administrative roles. Students will clarify personal values as they relate to leadership attributes and determine their role in improving quality of nursing services. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 629 . GR
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NRSG 646 - Healthcare Financial and Resource Management
3 hours
In this course the student will integrate the concepts of leader, manager, and change agent as they relate to the health care environment. Consideration is given to mission, strategic planning, finance, systems analysis, and forecasting. Responsible management of human, fiscal, and physical resources is examined in the complexity of the health care organization. Strategies to ensure a quality workplace, staff support, and retention are discussed. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 631 . GR
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NRSG 647 - Transforming Leadership in Nursing
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity for participants to integrate and apply previously learned principles and concepts relative to a graduate level manager and leader. The student will critically reflect on their knowledge and submit a business plan specific for the practicum site. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 646 . GR
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NRSG 651 - MSN Practicum
3 hours
The practicum proposal will be submitted during the first didactic course of the practicum experience, NRSG 627 . Experiences and previous coursework can be used as the foundation for the 150 -hour practicum project, with a self-selected approved preceptor, where students apply the knowledge gained in the didactic courses of the specialty tracks. In addition, advanced pain management pathophysiology, assessment of pain and related symptoms, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of pain guide discussions and assignments in each section of this course, designed to give graduate students in nursing advanced knowledge of pain management. The knowledge in this course may be used for clinical practice which emphasizes a multimodal analgesic approach. Various lectures by pain management experts, scholarly internet sources, websites of pain management societies, scholarly publications, classic and recent pain management research, as well as the core curriculum for the Advanced Pain Management Certification will be utilized. A 30-hour practical clinical experience in a pain management clinic, with a self-selected approved preceptor, allows the student to assess, evaluate, and apply the knowledge gained in this course. In total the student completes 180 hours during this practicum course. This practicum is divided into three sections, corresponding with the didactic courses in the Education Track (NRSG 621 , NRSG 622 , and NRSG 624 ) and Leadership/Management Track (NRSG 631 , NRSG 646 , and NRSG 647 ), which are taken congruently with this course. Each section of this course is 1 credit hour, for a total of 3 credit hours. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 629 . GR
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NRSG 653 - Theoretical and Professional Foundations for Nursing
3 hours
This course provides an opportunity to explore theoretical models of practice in healthcare systems. The relationship between nursing systems models and other disciplines is examined. An emphasis is placed on developing a foundation for application of professional practice through using a systems approach. GR
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NRSG 665 - FNP Practicum
12 hours
This experience focuses on the synthesis of previously gained knowledge and skills in the provision of advanced nursing care to individuals, families, and communities. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, disease prevention, and clinical management of clients with common acute and chronic illness. The students will fulfill 720 total clinical hours in their practicum. This practicum is divided into six sections, corresponding with the didactic courses in the FNP track (NRSG 667 , NRSG 668 , NRSG 669 , NRSG 670 , NRSG 671 & NRSG 672 ). Self-selected preceptors are approved consistent with each didactic course’s population focus. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree with NRSG 627 . GR
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NRSG 667 - Acute and Episodic Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of acute and episodic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic, and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A clinical practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common acute and episodic health problems in the primary care of adults and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum expeerience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the first section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 627 . GR
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