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MUSI 1053 - Music and Culture
3 credits
[Can be used to fulfill Core Curriculum: Humanities credit.] Survey of non-Western music with an emphasis on musical history, style, and social context.
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MUSI 1113 - Music Theory I
3 credits
Surveys the elements of music: notation, scales, tonality, key, modes, intervals and transposition, chords, cadences and non-harmonic tones, and voice-leading.
Prerequisite: 80% score on Music Entrance Exam or a grade of C+ or higher in MUSI 1033 Introduction to Theory.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 1131 Ear Training & Sight-Singing I required.
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MUSI 1123 - Music Theory II
3 credits
Emphasizes basic skills in the analysis of music, and focuses on the rules for four-voice writing. Core concepts include the dominant and non-dominant 7th chords, traditional harmonic progression and its application in popular music, secondary chord practice, and melodic organization.
Prerequisite: A grade of C+ or higher in MUSI 1113 Music Theory I or permission of instructor.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 1141 Ear Training & Sight-Singing II required.
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MUSI 1131 - Ear Training & Sight-Singing I
1 credits
Sight-singing (solfe), ear training and melodic dictation. Reading and singing of intervals, triads and rhythm in simple and compound meters are included.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 1113 Written Theory I required.
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MUSI 1141 - Ear Training & Sight-Singing II
1 credits
Second in a series of four that deals with the aural recognition, transcription and production of melodic, rhythmic and harmonic concerns in music.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1131 Ear Training & Sight-Singing I or permission of instructor
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 1123 Written Theory II.
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MUSI 2113 - Music Theory III
3 credits
Surveys Renaissance, Baroque, and classical forms including Renaissance polyphony, 18th century two voice counterpoint, the fugue, variation form, and sonata form. Topics covered included the concepts and application of secondary chords, modulation, borrowed chords, the Neapolitan 6th, augmented 6th chords. Specific attention is given to the application of these concepts in contemporary music composition and arranging for piano, instrumental music, and accompaniment.
Prerequisite: A grade of C+ or higher in MUSI 1123 Music Theory II or permission of instructor.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 2131 Ear Training & Sight-Singing III and MUAP 2582 Basic Computer Notation (unless already completed).
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MUSI 2123 - Music Theory IV
3 credits
This course applies concepts and skills from prior courses in the theory sequence to topics such as 9th, 11th, and 13th chords, altered dominants, and chromatic mediants. It also equips students to analytically study the techniques of arranging music with chromatic harmony.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MUAP 2582 Basic Computer Notation; a grade of C+ or higher in MUSI 2113 Music Theory III or permission of instructor.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 2141 Ear Training & Sight-Singing IV.
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MUSI 2131 - Ear Training & Sight-Singing III
1 credits
Third in a series of four that deals with the aural recognition, transcription and production of melodic, rhythmic and harmonic concerns in music.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1141 Ear Training & Sight-Singing II or permission of instructor
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 2113 Written Theory III.
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MUSI 2141 - Ear Training & Sight-Singing IV
1 credits
Last in a series of four that deals with the aural recognition, transcription and production of melodic, rhythmic and harmonic concerns in music.
Prerequisite: MUSI 2131 Ear Training & Sight-Singing III or permission of instructor
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 2123 Written Theory IV.
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MUSI 2203 - History of Jazz
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] A study of the development of jazz highlighting its influence on music and culture today. This course includes an exploration of individuals who were innovators in the development of jazz.
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MUSI 2313 - History of American Popular Music
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] This course provides a survey of American Popular Music beginning in the late 19th century and ending in the early 21st century. Students will examine the people and institutions that have produced music as well as the history behind its songs and composers. They will also examine the evolution of technology, its impact on popular music, and how it has transformed the role music plays in contemporary society. Listening to popular music so as to better examine its composition, cultural significance and historical development, will be a significant element of the class.
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MUSI 3183 - Orchestration
3 credits
This course covers the fundamentals of instrumentation (the timbres, ranges, transposition, technical characteristics of orchestral instruments) and scoring for each instrumental family as well as for the entire orchestra. Orchestral families of sound and orchestration challenges and solutions are examined for various repertoire. This class will equip students with the primary tools needed to create musical arrangements for a variety of instrumental ensembles. It will also prepare students for study of advanced orchestration techniques.
Prerequisite: MUSI 2123 Written Theory IV, MUSI 2141 Ear Training IV, and MUAP 2582 Basic Computer Notation.
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MUSI 3193 - Jazz Theory and Composition
3 credits
This course explores the advanced harmonic principles of jazz and jazz composition. Additionally, students will be able to understand jazz rhythms, chord symbols, and jazz orchestration. Students will be able to produce and read jazz lead sheets and big band music.
Prerequisite: MUSI 3183 Written Theory V.
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MUSI 3213 - Music History and Literature I
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] Study of the development of art music in the Western world from 500 B.C. through the Baroque period. Representative instrumental and vocal literature is studied and analyzed.
Concurrent: Prerequisite/Concurrent Recommendation: MUSI 1113 Music Theory I, ENGL 1023 Composition II: Rhetoric and Research Writing
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MUSI 3223 - Music History and Literature II
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] Study of the development of art music in the Western world from Classical Era to the 20th Century. Representative instrumental and vocal literature is studied and analyzed. Prerequisite: MUSI 1123 Music Theory II or permission of instructor. Although MUSI 3213 Music History I is not a prerequisite for this course, it is recommended that MUSI 3213 Music History I be taken first
Concurrent: Prerequisite/Concurrent Recommendation: MUSI 1113 Music Theory I, ENGL 1023 Composition II: Rhetoric and Research Writing.
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MUSI 3343 - Songwriting
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] This class examines the fundamentals of songwriting and is designed for both first time and experienced songwriters. It includes the study of chord progressions, lyrics, rhythm, and the form and structure of songs. Students will learn, analyze, and apply the foundational and structural elements of songwriting, as well as have the opportunity to write and perform original music.
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MUSI 3413 - Current Issues in Worship Ministry
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] Develop an understanding of the heritage and foundations of church music from Old Testament times to the present. This course considers persons and social factors that have affected the formation of church music theory and practice. Students are helped to develop their own philosophy of church music. This course covers the organization, administration, supervision and direction of a church music program. Topics include: the role of the music minister, rehearsal techniques, the music library, the instrumental program, professional ethics, service planning, the music committee, church music facilities, public relations, time management, repertoire and musical productions.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1123 Written Theory II or permission of instructor.
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MUSI 3443 - Worship Leadership
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] This course engages the students in the study of the variety of worship styles in the contemporary churches, and the role of music in the facilitation of worship. Students develop service plans and worship repertoire and gain skill in organizing and developing worship teams and working with vocalists, accompanists, and other musicians in the church.
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MUSI 4253 - Foundations of Teaching Music
3 credits
Addresses the selection of music and direction of choral instrumental music in the classroom and concert settings. Additionally, students are taught the Kodaly method of teaching rhythm syllables and movement, sight-singing, intonation, hand signals and solfeggio.
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MUSI 4753 - Choral Music Methods & Repertoire
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] Explores the philosophy of choral music education, development of the singing voice, and vocal pedagogy techniques. Current teaching methods, rehearsal techniques and choral repertoire suitable for grades K-12 are included. Includes sources of repertoire for a wide variety of sacred choral ensembles. This is a systematic course examining choral literature from the medieval period through the twentieth century.
Prerequisite: Admission to the professional sequence. Course taken in sequence as required by the College of Education.
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MUSI 4941 - Music Ministry Internship
1 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] An internship in church music administration. This course provides first-hand experience in practical aspects of administering a church music program. Interns are involved in as many church music experiences as possible. Attendance at a weekly seminar is required. This course may be taken as a summer class depending on the setting. (Grade Pass/No Credit)
Prerequisite: MUSI 3413 Current Issues in Worship Ministry, junior status, and approval of the supervising professor
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MUSI 4951 - Music Internship
1 credits
An opportunity for students to use their musical knowledge in a workplace environment. Students will complete a 1 credit internship equal to 50 working hours. (Graded as Pass/No Credit)
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MUAP 1021 - Concert Choir
1 credits
A 50-60-voice choir consisting of music majors and other students - by audition only. The repertoire is collegiate sacred choral including major works. There are two to four fall engagements, two to four spring engagements, and one extended spring tour. Members are expected to enroll for the entire year and maintain a 2.00 grade point average, demonstrate satisfactory citizenship and financial records. (Course fee required)
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUAP 1031 - Northwest Choralons
1 credits
A touring ensemble of approximately 100 voices. Students are chosen by audition at the beginning of the fall semester. Requirements: purchase of music and outfit; enrollment in both fall and spring semesters; 2.0 semester and cumulative grade point averages; continued good standing with the Student Development and Student Financial Services Office. (Course fee required)
Prerequisite: Audition and subsequent permission by the director.
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MUAP 1051 - Wind Ensemble
1 credits
A course designed to provide an instrumental performance experience for Northwest University brass, woodwind and percussion students. Students are exposed to a variety of musical genres and stylistic variations on traditional and contemporary themes. (Course fee required)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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MUAP 1081 - Chamber Orchestra
1 credits
An ensemble which provides string players with an opportunity to perform a variety of musical selections. (Course fee required)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
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MUAP 1101 - Northwest Drum Line
1 credits
An ensemble comprised of marching percussion which provides players an opportunity to perform at athletic and music events. (Course fee required)
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MUAP 2131 - Brass and Percussion Methods
1 credits
Knowledge of fingering or slide positions on all brass instruments. Learn to play one brass instrument at elementary level including simple maintenance of instruments. Matching students with appropriate instrument choices is also included. Knowledge of percussion rudiments. Percussion instruments and percussion notation is overviewed. Learn to read snare drum parts with practice played on a practice pad.
Prerequisite: Ability to read trebel and bass clefs and ability to read rhythmic notation.
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MUAP 2181 - String and Woodwind Methods
1 credits
Knowledge of hand positions and bowing techniques. Learn to play one stringed instrument at an elementary level, including simple maintenance of instruments. Understanding viola clef is included. Knowledge of fingering on all woodwind instruments. Learn to play one woodwind instrument at elementary level, including simple maintenance of instruments. Matching students with appropriate instrument choices is also included.
Prerequisite: Ability to read treble and bass clefs.
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MUAP 2582 - Basic Computer Notation
2 credits
A course designed as a hands-on course to assist the student in the understanding and execution of computer notation. Students learn the basics of the latest version of Finale via the state-of-the-art MIDI lab. A lab fee is required.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1113 Written Theory I or instructors permission.
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MUAP 3312 - Choral Conducting
2 credits
Conducting techniques and principles of interpretation in choral conducting.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1113 Music Theory I and MUSI 1131 Ear Training & Sight Singing I.
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MUAP 3323 - Instrumental Conducting
3 credits
Conducting techniques, principles of interpretation, and score study in instrumental conducting.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1113 Music Theory I and MUSI 1131 Ear Training & Sight Singing I.
Corequisite: MUSI 1123 Music Theory II and MUSI 1141 Ear Training & Sight Singing II.
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MUAP 3401 - Ensemble Sound Production
1 credits
Manage the sound production for music ensemble groups in both on campus and off campus settings
Prerequisite: Complete two credits of 1000 level ensembles, MUAR 2013 Survey of Audio Technology with a grade of C or higher, and ensemble directors permission.
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MUAP 4932 - Full Recital
2 credits
A culminating performance of substantial proportions, presented in a public forum, undertaken in the senior year (or last semester as an AA holding transfer student). Students will perform several works of varying styles from various musical eras, generally lasting for 45 minutes to an hour total. Students may perform as part of a chamber ensemble for one piece. Students must write their concert program, complete with program notes. (Grade Pass/No Credit) (Course fee required)
Concurrent: MUPL 4xxx Applied Music Lessons in primary instrument
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MUAP 4941 - Half Recital
1 credits
In lieu of one full recital, Music Performance concentration students may choose to perform two half recitals. Half recitals are a culminating performance of substantial proportions, presented in a public forum, usually performed at the end of junior and senior years, or twice during the senior year (2nd and 4th semesters, or 3rd and 4th semesters as an AA holding transfer student). Students will perform several works of varying styles from various musical eras, generally lasting for 20-30 minutes total. Students may perform as part of a chamber ensemble for one piece. Student must write their concert program, complete with program notes. Students are encouraged to partner with another Performance Concentration student to present 2 half recitals together. (Grade Pass/No Credit) (Course fee required)
Concurrent: MUPL 3xxx or 4xxx Applied Music Lessons in primary instrument
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Music - Audio Recording |
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MUAR 2003 - Survey of Music Business
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] An Introductory overview of the music industry business, including songwriting, live performance, the record industry, music merchandising, contracts and licenses, and career opportunities. (Same as AVPE/BMGT 2003)
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MUAR 2013 - Survey of Audio Technology
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] A study of the major areas of recording technology as related to the music industry. Topics include recording live instruments and voices, mixing recorded tracks and the skills needed to create a final master for CD, DVD, MP3 type files or sound files for internet delivery. (Same as AVPE/BMGT 2013)
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MUAR 2213 - Recording Engineering I
3 credits
Fundamentals of the recording arts including basic audio signal and acoustics theory, recording consoles, microphone design and technique, and signal processing. Students work in on-campus studios to complete lab assignments and projects. (Same as AVPE 2213)
Prerequisite or Concurrent: MUAR 2523 Digital Audio Workstations I.
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MUAR 2223 - Recording Engineering II
3 credits
Multi-track studio production techniques are developed through class discussion, demonstration, and project assignments. Theory and application of MIDI technology and its integration into music production is emphasized. Students use the studios for assignments and individual projects. (Same as AVPE 2213)
Prerequisite: MUAR 2213 Recording Engineering I.
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MUAR 2523 - Digital Audio Workstations I
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] Introduces basic audio for use in video and computer media applications. Topics include basic sound characteristics, microphones, single and multi-track recording techniques, and sound reinforcement and enhancement. Students work on a production team to complete audio productions. (Same as AVPE 2523)
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MUAR 2533 - Digital Audio Workstations II
3 credits
Continuation of Digital Audio Workstations I. Advance Techniques in video and computer media applications. (Same as AVPE 2533)
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MUAR 3103 - Live Sound
3 credits
Live Sound Production enables the student to develop understanding of the basic principles of live sound for concerts and stage production. The student will have direct experience with audio consoles, various types of microphones and signal processing, the use of monitor systems and other devices for producing sound for live events. The student will participate in simulations and actual live productions. (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE 3103)
Prerequisite: MUAR 2013 Survey of Audio Technology, or instructor’s permission.
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MUAR 3233 - Recording Engineering III
3 credits
This 3rd course in the recording engineering sequence focuses on critical listening and mastering. Student engineers will develop a musical, artistic, and technical awareness of issues involved in mastering projects for commercial release. (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE 2223)
Prerequisite: MUAR 2223 Recording Engineering II
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MUAR 3413 - Sound Design
3 credits
This course introduces students to the principles of mechanics and acoustics necessary to understand the generation, propagation, and perception of sound. Through projects and other applied learning activities, students will develop the basic skills and knowledge necessary to the performance of sound design professions, and be able to identify and describe the sonic elements necessary for the soundtracks of animation movies, games, interactive computer based applications, and multimedia presentations. (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE 3413)
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MUAR 3713 - Artist and Repertoire
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] This course explores the role of the manager in representing the recording, touring, and brand management of a music artist. Topics include the role of the artist’s manager, the impact a manager has upon the career/brand of a music artist, and past and current management trends impacting today’s artists. (Same as BMGT 3713)
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: BMGT/MUAR 2003 Survey of Music Business.
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MUAR 3901 - Professional Music Industry Tour
1 credits
This course studies the commercial and retail music industry by visiting music recording studios in the Los Angeles area and attendance at the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) annual show in Anaheim. (Additional travel fee required) (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE/BMGT 3901)
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MUAR 4593 - Advanced Audio Production/Capstone
3 credits
Building on the theory and practical skills developed in previous classes, this course will equip students to create a capstone project that meets the standards of the industry, such as producing or recording a live event or an album, and prepare a professional portfolio for use on the job market. The course will also integrate Christian faith with the practice of Contemporary Music Industry through discussion and personal reflection. (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE 4593)
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MUAR 4932 - Audio Production Practicum
2 credits
Students are given an opportunity to practice audio production skills in an on-campus setting. Special focus is on practical application. (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE 4932)
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MUAR 4942 - Audio Production Internship
2 credits
An opportunity for students to practice theoretical principles in a functional production environment. (Course fee required) (Same as AVPE 4942)
Prerequisite: MUAR 4932 Audio Production Practicum
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MUPL x241 - Any Level Brass Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a brass instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permisson.
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MUPL x251 - Any Level Percussion Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a percussion instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL x261 - Any Level Stringed Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a stringed instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL x271 - Any Level Woodwind Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a woodwind instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 22x1 - Second Level Instruction
1 credits
Second level private instruction in any instrument or voice. The third digit of the course number will correspond to the third digit of the first level. Prerequisites: first level instruction or demonstrated equivalent and permission of instructor. Contract and special fee required.
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MUPL 32x1 - Third Level Instruction
1 credits
Third level private instruction in any instrument or voice. The third digit of the course number will correspond to the third digit of the first level. Prerequisites: Second level instruction or demonstrated equivalent and permission of instructor. Contract and special fee required.
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MUPL 42x1 - Fourth Level Instruction
1 credits
Fourth level private instruction in any instrument or voice. The third digit of the course number will correspond to the third digit of the first level.
Prerequisite: Third level instruction or demonstrated equivalent and permission of instructor. Contract and special fee required.
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MUPL 1211 - First Level Piano
1 credits
Private instruction in piano. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 1221 - First Level Voice
1 credits
Private instruction in voice. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 1231 - First Level Guitar
1 credits
Private instruction in guitar. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 1241 - First Level Brass Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a brass instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 1251 - First Level Percussion Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a percussion instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 1261 - First Level Stringed Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a stringed instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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MUPL 1271 - First Level Woodwind Instrument
1 credits
Private instruction on a woodwind instrument. Contract and special fee required.
Prerequisite: Instructors permission.
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NURS 3102 - Promoting the Health of Populations
2 credits
Introduces foundational theory in health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and risk reduction and disease detection. Includes identification of risk factors, priority nursing interventions, and appropriate health teaching strategies for clients and families at all stages of the lifespan. Focuses on at-risk and vulnerable populations to promote health equity in the community.
Prerequisite: Admission into Nursing Program.
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NURS 3202 - Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice
2 credits
Introduces nursing as a profession and a discipline that encompasses a commitment to service and leadership. Focuses on nursing as a unique theoretically based discipline that integrates critical thinking, nursing theory, and evidence-based practice. Explores the historical development of nursing, and examines the role and scope of practice of the professional nurse.
Prerequisite: Admission into Nursing Program.
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NURS 3321 - Integration of Faith, Service, and Nursing as Ministry
1 credits
Discusses the foundation of nursing as ministry and the characteristics of a Christian nurse. Utilizes the nursing process to provide care from a Christian worldview. Focuses on the development of a personal commitment to nursing as ministry. A one-time, non-refundable RN pre-testing package fee is required. See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Prerequisite: Admission into Nursing Program
Corequisite: NURS 3946 Therapeutic Nursing Interventions I
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NURS 3346 - Fundamentals of Nursing
6 credits
Introduces foundational nursing concepts and principles for the professional nurse. Explores fundamental nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes to promote physical, mental, cultural, and spiritual health and wellness in the care of individuals across the health continuum. Introduces decision-making and prioritization skills to assist students in developing and applying clinical judgment principles based on best practice required for delivery of individualized person-centered care.
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NURS 3355 - Adult and Gerontologic Health
5 credits
Study of health and health care needs of adult through gerontologic populations. Emphasizes population-focused assessment and interventions as the context for nursing care management of persons experiencing health problems across the health continuum. Integrates an understanding of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical therapeutic interventions with nursing care needed by adults and aging clients as they cope with health issues. Includes family, social, and environmental systems affecting client needs.
Corequisite: NURS 3956 Therapeutic Nursing Interventions II.
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NURS 3362 - Bio-Psychosocial Nursing
2 credits
Analyzes psychosocial issues, human emotions, and theories related to the development of mental health and illnesses. Psycho-pharmacological and other therapeutic interventions are considered in the nursing care of patients/clients experiencing mental health concerns. Care management includes ethical issues faced by clients and their caretakers, use of self and other therapeutic communication methods, understanding the influences of social support systems.
Prerequisite: NURS 3346 Health Assessment, Pathology, and Nursing Interventions and NURS 3946 Therapeutic Nursing Interventions I.
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NURS 3372 - Global and Intercultural Health Care
2 credits
Explains the changing trends in world health problems, care needs, primary health resources, and service delivery modes. This course recognizes the influences of cultural and ethnic diversity on health behavior and care practices, and uses self as a professional nurse to promote an exchange of ideas and actions. It considers nursing in context of service organizations and as a way to achieve a higher quality of health care for people in different parts of the world. See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Prerequisite: NURS 3102 Promoting Health of Populations and NURS 3346 Health Assessment, Pathology, and Nursing Interventions or instructor permission.
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NURS 3432 - Health Care Systems, Care Management, & Nursing Leadership
2 credits
Provides an overview of effective leadership and management theories and behaviors. Introduces quality improvement, care management, and complex health care organizational processes. Emphasizes the nurse’s role in caring, safety, delegation, communication, professional collaboration, ethical reasoning, and critical thinking strategies.
Corequisite: NURS 3355 Adult and Gerontologic Health.
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NURS 3946 - Therapeutic Nursing Interventions I
6 credits
[Practicum] Promotes the application of theory studied previously or concurrently in junior semester 1 courses into a beginning professional nursing practice, primarily with adult clients in a variety of locations. Course fosters development of planning, implementing, and evaluating care using therapeutic nursing and pharmacological interventions supported by research and professional literature. This course includes concepts related to evidence-based nursing practice. (Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis) See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Prerequisite: Admission into Nursing Program.
Corequisite: NURS 3346 Health Assessment, Pathology, and Nursing Interventions.
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NURS 3956 - Therapeutic Nursing Interventions II
6 credits
[Practicum] Application of concepts related to the care management of adult and gerontologic clients experiencing acute, sub-acute, chronic, and terminal health problems. A variety of client-centered individual and interprofessional health care models are practiced, in multiple settings, using quality, effectiveness, and efficiency outcome criteria for evaluation. This course continues building on Therapeutic Nursing Interventions I. (Graded on a Pass/ No Credit basis.) See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Corequisite: NURS 3355 Adult and Gerontologic Health.
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NURS 4102 - Issues of Graduate Nursing Practice
2 credits
Combines content review of professional nursing roles, responsibilities, and the expanded scope of practice expected of beginning baccalaureate nurse graduates. This course introduces the process of health policy formation using current literature, internet resources, case studies, and interviews with guest experts. Appreciation for professional memberships in and contributions to official nursing bodies, health advocacy groups, and selected political-legal health legislative actions are also addressed. This course assists the learner to generate an effective presentation of self for entry-level registered nurse positions, to investigate application requirements for advanced nursing degrees, and to evaluate health and nursing educational resources for self-directed and continued learning. Students produce a series of mini documents reflecting professional growth plans of future employment and further education/continued learning that are reviewed and approved by faculty advisors and filed in their professional portfolio.
Corequisite: Senior Nursing Majors; NURS 4562 Nursing Research: Methods & Applications.
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NURS 4303 - Issues of Quality Improvement, Health Care Finances & Strategic Planning
3 credits
Identifies standards, analyzes quality of performance, and evaluates care outcomes in selected aspects of healthcare including various types of health delivery systems and personnel. Attention is given to working with health care costs, trends and financial constraints, other resource limitations, parent organizations and nursing budgets, generation and allocation of new and redesigned resources, and associated ethical issues. Students interface principles of strategic planning and action implementation with clinical health concerns. Synthesis of nursing curriculum theory and practice is demonstrated by completion of a comprehensive predictor examination and a strategic proposal.
Prerequisite: NURS 3432 Health Care Systems, Care Management, and Nursing Leadership
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NURS 4322 - Health of the Childbearing Family
2 credits
Applies concepts of nursing to childbearing individuals and families with a focus on the family as the context of care. Emphasizes use of physiological, psychological, developmental, cultural and environmental theories and evidenced based care, for health promotion, disease preventions and nursing therapeutics.
Corequisite: NURS 4921 Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Therapeutic Interventions.
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NURS 4352 - Health of the Childrearing Family
2 credits
Emphasizes family as the client, and considers the health and health care needs of children in families. Focuses on growth and development theories, health promotion, assessment, interventions, and evaluation as the context for nursing care management of children. Integrates an understanding of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and therapeutic interventions with nursing care needed by the pediatric population.
Corequisite: NURS 4932 Nursing Care of the Childrearing Family: Therapeutic Interventions.
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NURS 4442 - Nursing Across the Health Continuum and Lifespan
2 credits
Synthesizes previous learning specific to the identification of real and potential disruptions in selected organ systems. This capstone course uses diagnostic reasoning and systematic analyses to differentiate between normal and pathological health parameters, and organizes nursing care based on clinical data. Evaluates evidenced based therapeutic interventions appropriate across the health care continuum and the lifespan showing integration and application of learning that demonstrates student readiness for baccalaureate nursing practice.
Corequisite: NURS 4552 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing and NURS 4973 Focused Senior Nursing Practice.
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NURS 4452 - Communities & Diverse Populations As Clients
2 credits
Emphasizes analysis strategies and macro-level interventions that guide and influence the health of communities and their sub-populations. This course stresses development of collaborative community partnerships and healthy environments that promote effective client/population interactions. Students consider the broader social, economic, political, and environmental determinants of health in developed and developing nations, including the growing concerns related to immigrants and refugee populations. See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Corequisite: NURS 4953 Community/Population-Focused Nursing Practice.
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NURS 4552 - Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing
2 credits
Assumes a basic level understanding of pathophysiological concepts and related nursing interventions. This course utilizes a body systems approach and teaches senior nursing students how to approach advanced pathophysiological concepts utilizing a critical thinking, higher level, integrative approach. Students will integrate and apply pharmacology, physical assessment, clinical decision making, and health promotion skills as they learn to more effectively care for medically complex adults.
Corequisite: NURS 4442 Nursing Across the Health Continuum & Lifespan and NURS 4973 Focused Senior Nursing Practice.
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NURS 4562 - Principles of Research and Scholarly Inquiry
2 credits
Examines the research process and scholarly inquiry common to health care and nursing practice. Focuses on identifying, critiquing, incorporating, and evaluating evidence-based findings into ethical nursing practice. Immerses the learner in the strategic inquiry of information, development of scholarly communication skills, design, and dissemination of a nursing research proposal.
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NURS 4603 - Professional Nursing Concepts & Applied Critical Thinking
3 credits
Guides the development of investigating, analyzing, and evaluating scholarly works that define the essence of nursing and the professional nurse’s role in health care management and practice. Uses concepts of critical thinking, reasoning, and judging and scientific inquiry to improve care with all client populations. Learner establishes a Contract of Study, and portfolio to document progression in the RN-BSN Program. (This is the required first course in the program of studies).
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NURS 4643 - Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, & Pharmacotherapeutics
3 credits
Comprehensive review of human health by assessing normal physical and physiological conditions, functional health patterns & health history, and common diagnostic studies. Uses selected case studies to analyze the client’s clinical pathophysiologic and functional status, various pharmacotherapeutics interventions, and nursing care.
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NURS 4653 - Culturally Responsive Nursing: Theory and Practice
3 credits
Prepares learners to appreciate culturally defined values and behaviors that influence health, health care, and nursing. Theory is practiced by engaging with a person and/or population from a cultural background different than the learner, and completing a Project paper assignment.
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NURS 4664 - Principles of Research and Scholarly Inquiry
4 credits
Examines methods and applications of research and scholarly projects common to health care and nursing practice. Immerses the learner into strategic inquiry of information, development of scholarly communication skills, and designing a research project.
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NURS 4673 - Global Health: Practicing Community Wellness
3 credits
Focuses on contemporary issues of wellness, health promotion, disease prevention, and healing practices advised by world health agencies. Learners analyze data to find efficient and effective ways that improve care of diverse populations, their unique environments, and their distinctive health threats.
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NURS 4723 - Values-Based Health Care: Ethics, Legal, Faith, and Social Policies
3 credits
Studies the individual sources of health values and their interrelationships with each other in providing a holistic approach to health care. Emphasizes examination of personal beliefs about justice, faith formation, truth, quality, human rights, moral distress, and multi-cultural/multi-level social factors. Provides a foundation for leadership accountability in professional nursing practice.
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NURS 4734 - Leadership Quality Management, and Shared Coordination
4 credits
Provides an overview of effective leadership and care management for health consumers across the wellness continuum. Introduces strategic planning, management of human and financial resources, interprofessional collaboration, information technology, and evaluation of evidence-based outcomes. Examines leadership roles of the professional nurse-advocate. Includes practice of leadership competencies in a selected health care environment to design, manage, and evaluate health care outcomes in a selected population.
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NURS 4754 - Health in Community Based Populations
4 credits
Introduces community based nursing practice for individuals, families, communities, and populations. Emphasizes assessment, management, and evaluation of health determinants in a variety of settings. Examines how socio economic, political, cultural, demographic, and epidemiological factors affect health care from promotion through disease prevention. Community nursing practice includes immersion into a public health agency that provides a variety of care approaches to community clients.
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NURS 4763 - Contemporary Health Care Systems & Health Policy
3 credits
Introduces the structure, operations, and regulation of healthcare systems in the United States. Examines the impact of current political, economic, and cultural processes of healthcare delivery on population health and healthcare systems. Studies the ethical framework of healthcare delivery based on human rights, diversity, health equity, and social justice. Examines how nurses lead health policy and health systems with interprofessional cooperation, collaboration, communication, and respect.
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NURS 4921 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Therapeutic Interventions
1 credits
[Practicum] Provides opportunity for supervised nursing of childbearing families. Emphasizes expanding nursing process skills, including health assessments, interventions, and health promotion. Applies clinical diagnostic reasoning and ethical decision-making. (Graded on a Pass/ No Credit basis) See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Corequisite: NURS 4322 Health of the Childbearing Family.
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NURS 4932 - Nursing Care of the Childrearing Family: Therapeutic Interventions
2 credits
[Practicum] Applies concepts of health assessments and interventions specific to healthy and at-risk families as learned in NURS 4352 Health of the Childrearing Family. Experiences include care management of growing infants and children during illness episodes and wellness. Combines clinical diagnostic reasoning, ethical decision-making, and therapeutic monitoring skills acquired in previous nursing courses with a multi-complex scope of client interactions. (Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis) See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Corequisite: NURS 4352 Health of the Childrearing Family.
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NURS 4953 - Community/Population-Focused Nursing Practice
3 credits
[Practicum] Mentored internship promotes the application of concepts studied in NURS 4452 Communities and Diverse Populations as Clients and previous nursing courses with communities and their multiple populations. This course emphasizes a broad range of communication skills to carry out negotiating client care management, such as interdisciplinary referrals and effective access to health resources. Students produce a collaborative project that raises the health of a defined community, group, or sub-population. (Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis) See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Corequisite: NURS 4452 Communities and Diverse Populations as Clients.
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NURS 4963 - Nursing Practice As Ministry
3 credits
[Practicum] Builds on the foundation of Christian nursing through cross-cultural ministry in a global context. Provides opportunities to apply transcultural nursing theories among global populations. Practice experiences are designed to maximize student learning and serve the needs of the population at each site. Locations of the sites may change from year to year. See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
Prerequisite: Second semester senior standing.
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NURS 4973 - Nursing Capstone
3 credits
[Practicum] Emphasizes holistic assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and prescriptive therapeutic interventions for individuals and populations in one’s area of clinical concentration/focus. This course promotes confidence in the performance of professional nursing by practicing in complex and challenging health care situations. It offers clinical rotations to refine and advance one’s nursing expertise. This capstone course, in concert with NURS 4442 Nursing across Health Continuum and Lifespan and NURS 4552 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing, requires completion of a professional nursing portfolio, including a critique of one’s clinical knowledge and practice skills, level of clinical confidence, and preparedness to enter a graduate nursing practice. See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
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PCAR 2543 - Marriage and Family
3 credits
[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] A study of the emphasis on the modern family and constructive ideals for a successful marriage and parenthood. Attention will be given to the dysfunctional family including intervention strategies. (Same as PSYC/SOCI 2543)
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PCAR 3513 - Pastoral Care and Counseling
3 credits
Theological perspectives and psychological resources for care and counseling in the context of the local congregation. (Same as PMIN 3513)
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PCAR 4532 - Pastoral Care in the Hospital
2 credits
Basic therapeutic principles of hospital ministry with special emphasis on problems related to pastoral care of the physically ill and dying. This course explores psychological, sociological, and spiritual components of illness and of death and dying. It also includes consideration of suffering and the will of God, pain, grief, anger, and adjustment.
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PCAR 4543 - Response to Crisis Situations
3 credits
Intensive study of selected crisis problems and intervention strategies.
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PCAR 4951 - Practicum in Pastoral Care
1 credits
[Open only to students with minor in Pastoral Care.] Field education placement involving 4 clock hours minimum weekly under supervision of competent personnel plus one-hour weekly seminar on campus, or summer field education placement experience involving 60 clock hours minimum under supervision of competent personnel. Student integrates pastoral care practicum with prior and concurrent course work. Includes class presentations and simulations or practice situations that combine knowledge and skill utilization. (Graded on a Pass/ No Credit basis)
Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of instructor required.
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