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HMGT 1130 - Supervision in the Hospitality Industry
Credits: 3
This course is designed to teach students accepted supervisory principles and practice solving problems they may face on the job. Students will learn how to be prepared to juggle expectations of management, guests, employees, and governmental agencies. Students will have the opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course. (NT)
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HMGT 1170 - Hospitality Sales and Marketing
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the "four Ps" (price, product, promotion, and place) as they relate to specific market segments, providing them with a customer-focused perspective. Students will learn about the Internet's increasing role in sales and marketing. Students will have an opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course. (NT)
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HMGT 1300 - The Guest Experience
Credits: 3
In this course students will learn the many aspects of exceptional customer service including; the benefits and barriers of great customer service, how to project a customer friendly image, how to measure customer satisfaction levels, and techniques for dealing with demanding customers. Students will develop a personal action plan to improve customer service skills. (NT)
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HMGT 1400 - Sanitation and Food Safety
Credits: 2
This primer course is designed to educate all students to the sacred trust between food production facilities and the general public. It should prepare each student to successfully complete the National Restaurant Association's ServSafe or any similar certificate. (NT)
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HMGT 1425 - Culinary Fabrication
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the principles of identifying, receiving, fabricating and storing vegetables, fruits, herbs, nuts, grains, dry goods, prepared goods, dairy products and spices. Students will then explore the subject of meats, poultry, seafood and their application in food-service operations. (NT)
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HMGT 1500 - Regional Tourism
Credits: 3
Students will research the history and development of regional tourist attractions and exhibit basic knowledge and understanding of the role of tourism in promoting/supporting regional economic development. (NT)
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HMGT 1800 - Introduction to Event Management
Credits: 3
This is an introductory class that will provide the student insight into the industry of special events and the role the meeting and event professional plays in it. Topics include vendors, contracts, fundraising, budgeting, ethics and more. (NT)
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HMGT 1931 - Co-op Education/Internship
Credits: 3
In this course students receive supervised part-time employment in lodging, travel planning, and/or food service while enrolled at the college. Students are required to perform skills needed in the industry and to keep records of their experiences. Individual conferences with the intern director are arranged instead of class attendance. Students are required to work a minimum of 60 hours for each credit hour earned. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
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HMGT 2390 - Culinary Capstone (Final Production)
Credits: 3
A capstone course required for all culinary majors. Topics include recipe development, menu construction and pricing. Demonstrations of proficiency in proper cooking method selection and construction of salads, entrees with appropriate side items and desserts is required for successful completion of HMGT 2390. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): HMGT 1425
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Humanities |
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HUM 1010 - Early Humanities
Credits: 3
A survey course on art and culture from Ancient Civilizations up to the Renaissance with an emphasis on the interaction of architecture, art, culture, literature, and daily life. (T)
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HUM 1020 - Modern Humanities
Credits: 3
A survey course on art and culture from the Renaissance to the contemporary era with an emphasis on the interaction of architecture, art, culture, literature, and daily life. (T)
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Information Systems |
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INFS 1010 - Computer Applications
Credits: 3
This course provides hands-on experience using commercial software packages for business applications. Topics include microcomputer system components, operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. Keyboarding skills are highly recommended. (T)
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Marketing |
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MKT 204 - Principles of Retail Management
Credits: 3
A study of the retail management decision areas, known as the retail mix: physical facilities, pricing, merchandise, promotion, and service. Methods used by a retail manager in organizing, controlling, and leading the organization toward its objectives are also covered. (NT)
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Mathematics Dual Enrollment students are not eligible to take 0800 level courses.
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MATH 0010 - Learning Support for MATH 1010
Credits: 3
A co-requisite course for MATH 1010 , Math for General Studies, for students with Learning Support Mathematics requirements. This course is designed to support the content covered in MATH 1010 by addressing deficiencies in skills required for the topics in MATH 1010 (NT)
Corequisite(s): MATH 1010 . This course is institutional credit only.
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MATH 0130 - Learning Support for MATH 1130
Credits: 3
A co-requisite course for MATH 1130 , College Algebra, for students with Learning Support mathematics requirements. This course is designed to support the content covered in MATH 1130 by addressing deficiencies in skills required for the topics in MATH 1130 . (NT)
Corequisite(s): MATH 1130 . If a degree/certificate program does not require any college-level MATH course, but does require completion of Learning Support Mathematics, then MATH 0130 may be taken as a stand-alone course. Students meeting these criteria must seek permission of Dean. This course is institutional credit only.
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MATH 0530 - Learning Support for MATH 1530
Credits: 3
A co-requisite course for MATH 1530 , Introductory Statistics, for students with Learning Support Mathematics requirements. This course is designed to support the content covered in MATH 1530 by addressing deficiencies in skills required for the topics in MATH 1530 (NT)
Corequisite(s): MATH 1530 . This course is institutional credit only.
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MATH 0900 - Elementary Geometry
Credits: 3
A study of deductive and inductive reasoning, properties of two and three dimensional figures, and congruence, similarity, and symmetry of geometric figures. This course meets the 1989 high school admissions requirement in geometry. (This course is institutional credit only.) (NT)
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MATH 1000 - Essentials of Algebra
Credits: 3
An algebra course containing a review of selected algebraic concepts; functions, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions and equations, rational exponents, radicals, quadratic equations; properties and graphs of functions; and exponential and logarithmic functions and equations. Methods of solving real-world applications are integrated throughout the course content. Essentials of Algebra is designed to provide students with skills which support their success in upper college-level curricula and enable them to achieve their educational goals. Upon earning a grade of "C" or better, the student becomes eligible to enter either MATH 1710 - Precalculus Algebra or MATH 1630 - Finite Mathematics . (This course does not fulfill the General Education core requirements for graduation or transfer.) (TE)
Prerequisite(s): 19 to 21 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Math.
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MATH 1010 - Math for General Studies
Credits: 3
Mathematics as applied to real-life problems selected from such topics as logic, set theory, consumer mathematics, statistics, probability, counting methods of apportionment, and voting schemes. This course is designed to expand the student's appreciation of how mathematics applies to quantitative problems that originate in many fields, and the student will learn strategies for solving some of these problems. (T)
Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): (A) Prerequisite: 19 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or successful completion of Learning Support Mathematics OR (B) Co-requisite enrollment in MATH 0010 - Learning Support for MATH 1010 .
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MATH 1130 - College Algebra
Credits: 3
A college algebra course containing a study of expressions, equations, and functions of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic types. Applications of algebraic concepts will be emphasized throughout the course. (T)
Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): 19 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or successful completion of Learning Support Mathematics OR (B) Co-requisite enrollment in MATH 0130 - Learning Support for MATH 1130 .
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MATH 1410 - Number Concepts for Teachers
Credits: 3
A study of the concepts and methods of arithmetic, set theory, number theory, numeration systems, and algebraic techniques and functions. This course is primarily designed for elementary education majors. (TE)
Prerequisite(s): 19 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or successful completion of Learning Support Mathematics.
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MATH 1420 - Geometry Concepts for Teachers
Credits: 3
This course will cover topics in measurement, congruence, similarity, translations, graphing, curves in a plane, angles, three dimensional geometry, networks, constructions, translations and rotation, and coordinate geometry. (TE)
Prerequisite(s): 19 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or successful completion of Learning Support Mathematics.
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MATH 1530 - Introductory Statistics
Credits: 3
An introduction to elementary statistical methods. Topics covered include mean, standard deviation, standard scores, probability of events, binomial and normal distribution, linear correlations, sampling, hypothesis testing, goodness of fit, analysis of variance. (T)
Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): (A) Prerequisite: 19 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or successful completion of Learning Support Mathematics OR (B) Co-requisite enrollment in MATH 0530 - Learning Support for MATH 1530 .
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MATH 1630 - Finite Mathematics
Credits: 3
An introduction to finite mathematics, including linear, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions, linear systems of equations and inequalities, mathematics of finance (interest, annuities, amortization), linear programming, and matrix algebra with applications in these areas. (T)
Prerequisite(s): 21 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores, OR MATH 1000 or MATH 1130 .
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MATH 1710 - Precalculus Algebra
Credits: 3
A precalculus course including, but not limited to, selected algebraic topics pertaining to: properties and graphs of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and other functions (including piecewise-defined functions); solving systems of equations (with applications); matrices in the context of solving systems of linear equations; sequences; and series. (T)
Prerequisite(s): 22 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or MATH 1000 .
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MATH 1720 - Precalculus Trigonometry
Credits: 3
A study of trigonometric functions with applications. Topics covered include trigonometric graphs, identities, inverse functions, vectors, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, right and oblique triangle with applications. (T)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
Prerequisite(s): 22 Math ACT with four years of high school math which includes precalculus or MATH 1710 or special permission of the mathematics department.
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MATH 1730 - Precalculus
Credits: 4
An integrated study of the algebra and trigonometry needed to successfully attempt calculus. Algebraic topics include: properties and graphs of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and other functions (including piecewise-defined functions); solving systems of equations (with applications); and matrices in the context of solving systems of linear equations. Trigonometric topics include: trigonometric graphs; identities, inverse functions; polar coordinates; and right and oblique triangles with applications. (T)
Prerequisite(s): 22 ACT Math or other satisfactory placement test score, OR MATH 1130 .
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MATH 1830 - Applied Calculus
Credits: 3
A survey of differential and integral calculus with applications. Topics include limits, the derivative, differentiation techniques, exponential and logarithmic functions, integration, applications of differentiation and integration. For students not planning to major in engineering or mathematics. (T)
Prerequisite(s): 23 Math ACT or satisfactory placement test scores, OR MATH 1130 or MATH 1630 or MATH 1710 or MATH 1730 .
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MATH 1910 - Calculus I
Credits: 4
Limits, derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions, applications of derivatives, antiderivatives and indefinite integrals. (T)
Prerequisite(s): (A) 25 Math ACT with four years of high school mathematics which includes precalculus or (B) MATH 1710 and MATH 1720 or (C) MATH 1730 or special permission of the mathematics department.
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MATH 1920 - Calculus II
Credits: 4
Definite integral, applications of the definite integral, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, infinite sequences and series, and parametric equations and polar coordinates. (T)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910
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MATH 2010 - Introduction to Linear Algebra
Credits: 3
An introduction to topics in linear algebra including linear systems, matrices and matrix algebra, determinants, vectors and vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and linear transformations. (This course does not fulfill the General Education core requirements for graduation or transfer.) (T)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910
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MATH 2110 - Calculus III
Credits: 4
Three dimensional analytic geometry and vectors, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector calculus. (T)
(Course is Offered Fall only.)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920
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MATH 2120 - Differential Equations
Credits: 3
Methods of solving linear differential equations, applications, series solutions, systems of linear differential equations, graphical and numerical methods, and Laplace transforms. (T)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2110
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Medical Informatics |
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MEDI 2112 - Medical Informatics Internship
Credits: 1
This course can be either a field experience such as an internship, or a project-based course. The description will vary among institutions. Intended for final semester of program. (C)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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MEDI 2212 - Medical Informatics Internship
Credits: 2
This course be either a field experience such as an internship, or a project-based course. The description will vary among institutions. Intended for final semester of program. (C)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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MEDI 2312 - Medical Informatics Internship
Credits: 3
This course be either a field experience such as an internship, or a project-based course. The description will vary among institutions. Intended for final semester of program. (C)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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Medical Lab Technology Students must be accepted into the Medical Laboratory Technology Program before they can register for MLAB courses.
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MLAB 1301 - Intro to Medical Laboratory
Credits: 3
Orientation to the duties of the Medical Laboratory Technician; medical terminology; ethics; use of the microscope; laboratory safety and universal precautions; laboratory glassware; quality control; basic laboratory math; preparation of chemical solutions; specimen collection by phlebotomy and capillary puncture. (NT)
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MLAB 1310 - Practicum I
Credits: 3
This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to develop practical work related skills and integrate classroom knowledge and theories. This course will provide students with an intensive field experience in a medical lab real or simulated environment. Students must complete a total of 135 contact hours in field to receive 3 hours credit for this course. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 1320 - Practicum II
Credits: 3
This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to develop practical work related skills and integrate classroom knowledge and theories. This course will provide students with an intensive field experience in a medical lab real or simulated environment. Students must complete a total of 135 contact hours in field to receive 3 hours credit for this course. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2130 - Seminar I
Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2201 - Clinical Immunology
Credits: 2
Didactic instruction in immunology, human immunologic responses, and current methods of serology testing in the clinical immunology/serology section of an affiliated hospital laboratory. Additional practical experience with case studies and special procedures. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2202 - Urinalysis/Body Fluids
Credits: 2
This course will present physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine specimens and related tests on other body fluids such as semen, gastric contents, duodenal contents, as well as pregnancy tests. A general review of the anatomy and physiology of the kidney is included. 1 hr. lecture, 2 hrs. lab per week. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2301 - Blood Bank
Credits: 3
The theories of blood group antigens, antibodies, ABO grouping, RH typing, cross matching, antibody screening, and identification techniques are included as well as special procedures. Donor history and physical record keeping, and special emphasis on quality control are presented. (NT)
Hours: 30 lecture hrs. and 30 lab hrs per semester.
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2310 - Practicum III
Credits: 3
This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to develop practical work related skills and integrate classroom knowledge and theories. This course will provide students with an intensive field experience in a medical lab real or simulated environment. Students must complete a total of 135 contact hours in field to receive 3 hours credit for this course. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2401 - Clinical Chemistry
Credits: 4
Basic instruction in manual and automated clinical chemistry techniques: tests for glucose, urea, creatinine, uric acid, proteins, bilirubin, enzymes, and electrolytes are included. Colorimetric and photometric techniques used in examining normal and abnormal clinical specimens are introduced along with special procedures such as RIA and electrophoresis. (NT)
Hours: 3 lecture hrs. and 2 hrs. lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the Program.
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MLAB 2402 - Hematology
Credits: 4
The study of blood cells, disease, theory of coagulation, and diagnostic procedures relating to whole blood are considered. Instruction in blood collecting techniques, handling of clinical specimens, and basic patient care will be included. (NT)
Hours: 30 lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1310 and Program Restriction- Enrollment limited to students admitted to the Program.
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MLAB 2403 - Clinical Microbiology
Credits: 4
This course examines the study of microorganisms of medical importance as it relates to man and disease. The course includes discussions of proper collection, handling and examination of specimens, staining and culture techniques, identification methods, drug sensitivity testing, and quality control procedures. (NT)
Hours: 3 hrs. lecture and 2 hrs. lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the program.
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MLAB 2420 - Practicum IV
Credits: 4
This course requires students to apply critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills required in real or simulated environments. The students may be involved in a combination of clinical field placements, co-op assignments, and/or capstone experiences. Students must complete a total of 180 contact hours to receive 4 hours credit for this course. (NT)
Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1310 and Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the Program.
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MUS 1027 - Class Piano I
Credits: 1
Instruction in the rudiments of piano including such skills as note reading, basic chord progressions, coordination exercises, penta scales and simple keyboard repertoire. Course is open to all students. This is a required course for music majors. (T)
2 hrs. lecture/lab.
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MUS 1030 - Introduction to Music
Credits: 3
An introduction to music with emphasis on developing listening skills. A broad spectrum of musical styles is covered including contemporary trends and a synopsis of Western music history. (T)
Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory placement test scores and completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Reading and Writing.
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MUS 1057 - Music Theory I
Credits: 3
A study of basic materials in music theory, such as notation, rhythms, intervals, scales, triads, and key signatures. (T)
(Course is Offered Spring only).
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1810 with a grade of C or higher or satisfactory score on theory diagnostic exam taken prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
Corequisite(s): MUS 1058
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MUS 1058 - Ear Training I
Credits: 1
Singing diatonic melodies in both major and minor keys using scale degree numbers, rhythmic reading including division of the beat in simple and compound meters, melodic dictation of scale wise melodies and arpeggiation of tonic and dominant, interval recognition, harmonic dictation of I, II, IV and V chords, rhythmic dictation in simple and compound meters. (T)
Corequisite(s): MUS 1057
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MUS 1127 - Class Piano II
Credits: 1
Keyboard skills include harmonization of melodies, transposition, sight reading, basic chord progressions, scales and arpeggios in both major and minor keys and more advanced keyboard repertoire. Course is open to all students. This is a required course for music majors. (T)
2 hrs. lecture/lab.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1027
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MUS 1130 - Instrumental Performance Ensemble
Credits: 1
Instrumental Performance Ensemble is designed to allow students the opportunity to advance their musical skills by performing classical, popular and jazz music at various college functions. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Four semesters of this course are required for music majors with an instrumental emphasis. (For all students: an audition is required prior to registration.) (T)
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MUS 1155 - Music Theory II
Credits: 3
A study of harmony and melody including chord symbols and types; basic harmonic progressions; four-voice texture; non-chord tones; harmonic progressions and inversions. (T)
(Course is Offered Fall only.)
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1057
Corequisite(s): MUS 1156
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MUS 1156 - Ear Training II
Credits: 1
Continued singing with scale degree numbers, diatonic melodies of more advance difficulty, including minor key melodies and adding alto and tenor clefs, melodic dictation including all diatonic intervals and disjunct melodies, harmonic dictation including all diatonic chords and recognition of non-chord tones, rhythmic dictation using more complex rhythmic division in simple and compound time. (T)
Corequisite(s): MUS 1155
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MUS 1410 - College Chorus
Credits: 1
College Chorus is a vocal ensemble that rehearses and performs choral literature representative of various historical periods and styles. Course is open to all Columbia State students and may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (The course meets 3 hours per week.) Four semester hours are required for music majors with a vocal or choral emphasis. (For all students: an audition is NOT required but singing experienced is preferred.) (T)
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MUS 1910 - Individual Piano I
Credits: 2
Private instruction in piano beginning at the student's level of proficiency. One hour lesson per week. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (T)
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MUS 1920 - Individual Piano II
Credits: 2
Intermediate private instruction in piano. One hour lesson per week. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (T)
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1910 or permission of the instructor.
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MUS 1930 - Individual Voice I
Credits: 2
Private instruction in voice beginning at the student's level of proficiency. One hour lesson per week. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (T)
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MUS 1940 - Individual Voice II
Credits: 2
Intermediate private instruction in voice. One hour lesson per week. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (T)
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1930 or permission of the instructor.
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MUS 1950 - Individual Guitar I
Credits: 2
Private instruction in guitar beginning at the student's level of proficiency. One hour lesson per week. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (T)
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MUS 1960 - Individual Guitar II
Credits: 2
Intermediate instruction in guitar. One hour lesson per week. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (T)
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1950 or permission of the instructor.
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MUS 2055 - Music Theory III
Credits: 3
A study of harmony and melody in chromatic styles; Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords; modulation; ninth chords; eleventh and thirteenth chords; concluding with a study of the final expansion of the major-minor tonality system; added tones; quartal harmony; synthetic scales; polytonality; pandiatonicism; form and style analysis; serial composition; avant-garde styles. (T)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1155
Corequisite(s): MUS 2056
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MUS 2056 - Ear Training III
Credits: 1
Singing chromatic melodies with secondary harmonies and modulation, melodic dictation including modulation to closely related keys, interval recognition, rhythmic reading including subdivision of the beat in simple and compound meters and syncopation, chord quality identification. (T)
Corequisite(s): MUS 2055
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MUS 2140 - Advanced Private Instruction
Credits: 2
For students who wish to continue studying an instrument on which they have received prior instruction. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (TE)
Prerequisite(s): permission of the Humanities and Social Sciences Division dean.
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MUS 2200 - History of Musical Theatre
Credits: 3
A study of the history of style and techniques of dance for musical, comedy, opera, television, and stage plus choreography for these forms. (TE)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
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MUS 2210 - Survey of Music Literature
Credits: 3
A comprehensive course exploring significant composers and their compositions. The course begins with works from the 14th century and extends through the 20th century. An extensive amount of listening will be required. (TE)
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MUS 2330 - Electronic Music I
Credits: 3
Principles of electronic digital sound synthesis, history of electronic music, programming the digital music, use of computer music program(s), electronic composition and contemporary trends in digital music. (TE)
Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor.
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Nursing Students must be accepted into the Nursing Program before they can register for NRSG or NUR courses.
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NRSG 1320 - Women's Health and the Childbearing Family
Credits: 3
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for women, infants, childbearing patients, and families including pharmacological management. (C)
2 hrs. lecture 1 hr. clinical/lab.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020 ; MATH 1530 ; PSYC 1030 ; NRSG 1620 ; or Permission of Dean/Nursing Program director.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2230 ; PSYC 2130 ; NRSG 2630 .
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NRSG 1330 - Pediatric Nursing
Credits: 3
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for children with alterations in health including pharmacological management. (C)
2 hrs. lecture 1 hr. clinical/lab.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020 ; MATH 1530 ; PSYC 1030 ; NRSG 1620 ; or Permission of Dean/Nursing Program director.
Corequisite(s): Humanities Elective; ENGL 1010 ; NRSG 2240 ; NRSG 2640 .
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NRSG 1340 - Mental Health Nursing
Credits: 3
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for clients with alterations in mental health including pharmacological management. (C)
2 hrs lecture 1 hr. clinical/lab.)
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010 ; MATH 1530 ; PSYC 1030 ; NRSG 1710 .
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2020 ; NRSG 1620 ; NRSG 1360 .
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NRSG 1360 - Pharmacology in Nursing
Credits: 3
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe pharmacological management for patients with a variety of alterations in health. (C)
3 hrs lecture.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710
Corequisite(s): Permission of Dean/ Nursing Program director; NRSG 1620 ; BIOL 2020 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course.
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NRSG 1620 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Credits: 6
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for adults with alterations in health that are primarily chronic in nature to include clinical/lab. (C)
4 hrs. lecture 2 hrs. clinical/ lab.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710 ; MATH 1530 ; BIOL 2010 ; PSYC 1030 .
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2020 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course; NRSG 1360 .
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NRSG 1710 - Fundamentals of Nursing
Credits: 7
An introduction to the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that emphasize fundamental principles necessary to provide safe nursing care for individuals with basic alterations in homeostasis and health. (C)
4 hrs. lecture 3 hrs clinical/lab.
Prerequisite(s): COLS 101
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2010 ; MATH 1530 ; PSYC 1030 ; and COLS 101 .
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NRSG 2240 - Professional Practice in Nursing
Credits: 2
This course examines management and leadership concepts, issues, roles, and functions as applied to the role of the professional nurse in various healthcare settings. (C)
2 hrs lecture.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 2630 ; Required Specialty Course(s).
Corequisite(s): Humanities Elective; ENGL 1010 ; NRSG 2640 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course.
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NRSG 2630 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Credits: 6
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for adults with alterations in health that are primarily acute in nature in the clinical/lab setting. (C)
4 hrs. lecture 2 hrs. clinical/lab.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1620 ; NRSG 1360 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2230 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course; PSYC 2130 .
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NRSG 2640 - Medical-Surgical Nursing III
Credits: 6
This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for adults with alterations in health of a more complex nature to include clinical/lab. (C)
4 hrs. lecture 2 clinical/lab.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 2630 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course(s).
Corequisite(s): Humanities Elective; ENGL 1010 ; NRSG 2240 ; Required NRSG Specialty Course.
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NUR 294 - Coordinated Cooperative Student Externship
Credits: 6
An elective clinical practicum of planned and supervised clinical experiences will be given in association with an R.N. mentor. Seminar and independent research study will be utilized to meet course requirements for work-study experience. Students will spend approximately 300 hours in a clinical affiliate on day, evening, or weekend shifts. Enrollment is limited to qualified students (see Nursing Program Director). (NT)
Prerequisite(s): A minimum course grade of "C" or better in NRSG 1710 , NRSG 1620 , NRSG 1340 , and NRSG 1360 .
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PHIL 1030 - Introduction to Philosophy
Credits: 3
An introduction to the basic problems of philosophy and a consideration of representative types of philosophical thought concerning people, nature, knowledge, and values. (TE)
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PHIL 1033 - Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking
Credits: 3
This course presents a basic introduction to the various forms of reasoning used to make and to analyze the validity and soundness of arguments. This course focuses both on informal and formal logical processes. (TE)
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PHIL 1040 - Introduction to Ethics
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce the student to various ethical theories and to show how they apply in both personal and social situations. Emphasis will also be placed on different types of professional problems involving ethical concerns. (TE)
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PHIL 2035 - Aesthetics
Credits: 3
An introductory course in the philosophy of art which surveys various theories from ancient times to contemporary applications, concentrating on several central debates in the history of aesthetics: the definitions of art and beauty, the question of taste and aesthetic judgement, the nature of sensation, the function of representation, and the status of public and popular arts. (TE)
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PHIL 2200 - Introduction to World Religions
Credits: 3
This course presents a survey of the five major world religions today-- including, their historical development, their basic tenets, their rituals and practices and their cultural influences. (TE)
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PHED 1010 - Golf
Credits: 1
Acquaints the beginning player with correct swing, selection and use of various clubs, and basic skills with practice application on the golf course. (TE)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
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PHED 1110 - Tennis I
Credits: 1
Emphasis on basic strokes, movement, rules, terminology and play techniques for the beginner. (TE)
(Course is Offered Fall only.)
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PHED 1120 - Tennis II
Credits: 1
Improvement and refinement of strokes and serve. Strategy, tactics, and game procedures for competition. (TE)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1110 or permission of the instructor.
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PHED 1210 - Physical Conditioning
Credits: 1
Instruction and practice in maintaining personal physical fitness through exercise and aerobic activity. (TE)
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PHED 1212 - Yoga
Credits: 1
Anyone who's interested in learning about yoga and how to perform yoga exercises is welcome to enroll in this class. This course will not require you to have previous experience in any particular area but you should have a high school reading level. No books will be required. The will meet in the Wellness Center. Learn the rules, fundamentals, skills and strategies of yoga. Learn how to correctly execute required skills and techniques as well as to use the equipment/facilities safely. Understand how kinesiology relates to a healthy individual lifestyle. (TE)
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PHED 1214 - Introduction to Martial Arts/Self Defense
Credits: 1
This is a physical activity for men and women. This course is designed to teach the study of coordinating mind and body in the practice of martial arts and self-defense "mentality" is also stressed. The class will meet in the Wellness Center. (TE)
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PHED 1216 - Fitness Walking
Credits: 1
This is a physical activity for men & women. Attendance and active participation is a requirement for completing a performance class and is a large determinant and component of your final grade. This course is designed to improve each student's level of cardiovascular fitness without the possible risks sometimes associated with higher intensity exercise. The ROCKPORT FITNESS WALKING TEST will be utilizes in order to design individualized walking programs based on existing levels of cardiovascular fitness. (TE)
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PHED 1310 - Racquetball
Credits: 1
Instruction and actual practice in the fundamentals of play, essential rules, basic etiquette, and safety for play. (TE)
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PHED 1510 - Softball
Credits: 1
Provides an overview of fundamental skills (catching, hitting and throwing), rules and safety of the game. (TE)
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PHED 1610 - Volleyball
Credits: 1
Emphasis on fundamental skills and techniques used in volleyball. Limited tournament play. (TE)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
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PHED 1620 - Recreational Activities
Credits: 1
Discussion of the components of health-related fitness: cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition, as well as nutrition, stress management, and alcohol education. Students are exposed to a variety of lifetime activities that promote health and well-being. The class will meet in the classroom and the information will be presented through lecture by the instructor, class activities, and projects. Lab work will be conducted as needed. (NT)
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PHED 1710 - Badminton
Credits: 1
Emphasis on fundamental skills, basic strategies, rules, and etiquette for play. Exposure to playing tournaments. (TE)
(Course is Offered Fall only.)
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PHED 1810 - Soccer
Credits: 1
Introduces basic fundamentals and techniques for play. Little or no experience is necessary. (TE)
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PHED 1910 - Touch Football
Credits: 1
Development of skills in basic fundamentals and techniques through team play. (TE)
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PHED 2010 - Weight Training
Credits: 1
Various training programs are presented. Emphasis on warm-ups, stretching, individual exercises, running, and use of weight machines. Encourages continuation and self-discipline of exercise. (TE)
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PHED 2020 - Intro. to Physical Educ., Recreation and Sport Mgmt.
Credits: 3
A study of the scope of opportunities the sport and recreation industry presents; the historical, psychological, sociological, and philosophical foundations of sport; and management and organizational concepts and their application in sport and recreation enterprises. Ideal for students majoring in sports management, recreation, exercise, fitness management, physical education or athletic training. (NT)
(Course is Offered Spring only.)
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