2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • MUS 217 - Vocal Pedagogy

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course deals with the vocal processes, including the anatomy and physiology of the vocal tract. Included in this course is a survey of pedagogical approaches and vocal literature appropriate for the beginning student.

    Prerequisite: MUS261 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 218 - Vocal Diction

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the singer’s pronunciation of English, French, German, Italian and Latin, using the standard International Phonetic Alphabet.

    Prerequisite: applied voice or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 219 - Survey of Choral Literature

    (1 credit, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the core and standard repertoire for choral ensembles from a variety of levels. Primary emphasis will be music for educational settings. In addition, literature for advanced and collegiate ensembles will be presented. This course is designed to provide the student with the resources necessary to program choral literature in a school setting.

    Prerequisite: MUS112 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 220 - Survey of Vocal Literature

    (1 credit, alternative years, consult department)
    A survey of solo vocal literature from 1585 to the present. This course provides students with repertoire lists suitable for teaching studio and for high school solo vocal contests.

    Prerequisite: MUS261.

  
  • MUS 222 - Survey of Organ Literature

    (1 credit, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is a survey of organ literature suitable for use in churches and future teaching purposes. Students interested in organ pedagogy are advised to take MUS214.

  
  • MUS 223 - Organ for Music Ministry

    (1 credit, alternate years, consult department)
    This course will introduce students to an instrument that is owned and used by the majority of American churches. Students will learn about the history and theology behind the use of the organ, the construction and workings of organs, and techniques for using the organ to accompany hymns, choirs, or even contemporary Christian music. In addition, students will learn basic skills in accompanying, performing, and improvising on the organ.

    Prerequisite: MUS 133 or MUS 251 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 224 - Methods of Teaching Brass Instruments

    (1 credit)
    This course is required for students who have selected a career concentration in instrumental music education. Students will acquire a basic playing facility for at least two instruments in each generic category. The course will familiarize students with concepts and procedures that will enable them to teach wind, percussion, and string instruments to students at the elementary and secondary levels.

    When Offered: (alternate years, consult department)
  
  • MUS 225 - Methods of Teaching Woodwind Instruments

    (1 credit)
    This course is required for students who have selected a career concentration in instrumental music education. Students will acquire a basic playing facility for at least two instruments in each generic category. The course will familiarize students with concepts and procedures that will enable them to teach wind, percussion, and string instruments to students at the elementary and secondary levels.

    When Offered: (alternate years, consult department)
  
  • MUS 226 - Methods of Teaching Percussion Instruments

    (1 credit)
    This course is required for students who have selected a career concentration in instrumental music education. Students will acquire a basic playing facility for at least two instruments in each generic category. The course will familiarize students with concepts and procedures that will enable them to teach wind, percussion, and string instruments to students at the elementary and secondary levels.

    When Offered: (alternate years, consult department)
  
  • MUS 227 - Methods of Teaching String Instruments

    (1 credit)
    This course is required for students who have selected a career concentration in instrumental music education. Students will acquire a basic playing facility for at least two instruments in each generic category. The course will familiarize students with concepts and procedures that will enable them to teach wind, percussion, and string instruments to students at the elementary and secondary levels.

    When Offered: (alternate years, consult department)
  
  • MUS 228 - Brass

    (1/2 credit)
  
  • MUS 228 - Strings

    (1/2 credit)
  
  • MUS 228 - Woodwind

    (1/2 credit)
  
  • MUS 230 - Song of the Church

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is a study of the development and use of music for worship, with emphasis on music for congregational singing. Metrical psalms, Lutheran Chorales, English hymns, Global song, Taize chants, contemporary worship songs, and Emerging offerings will all be surveyed. Students will also become familiar with the craft of writing and choosing good texts and good tunes for congregation song.

  
  • MUS 231 - Church Music Administration

    (1 credit, alternate years, consult department)
    An examination of several areas of organizational structure for a church setting. Students will gain knowledge in order to work effectively in a Christian community, while exercising a servant model of leadership.

    Prerequisite: MUS115AE.

  
  • MUS 232 - Music Technology

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of some of the most common technologies in music, both digital and analog. The course is theoretical as well as practical. Hands-on experience and training will comprise a significant element in the class. Midi, digital technology, computers and analog sound amplification comprise broad subjects covered. Students will gain understanding and experience in each of these areas.

    Prerequisite: MUS111 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 233x - Leading Worship Teams

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course covers several interconnected practical aspects of music ministry, built upon an articulate and sound personal philosophy of arts in worship. This course explores leadership skills necessary for working with volunteers, providing pastoral care for team members, preparing for and leading rehearsals, and handling budgets and copyright issues. Students will practice planning, leading, and then evaluating worship services. The course includes methods of teaching and coaching the various instruments (including singers) used in music worship bands, with an introduction to the technical aspects of each instrument and the roles these instruments play within a properly functioning band.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in theatre.
  
  • MUS 235 - Integrating Music for Elementary Classroom Teachers

    (1 credit)
    This course is designed to equip elementary majors with methods and materials for incorporating music in their educational curriculum.

    Note: KIN338 is an acceptable substitute for those seeking an elementary education major and unified early childhood endorsement. Does not count toward a music major or minor.

    Prerequisite: EDU326.

  
  • MUS 243 - String Bass

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 245 - Classical Guitar

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 246 - Music Ministry Guitar

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 247 - Harp

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 250 - Aural Skills Lessons

    (0.5-1 credit)
  
  • MUS 251 - Piano Lessons

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 252 - Lead Sheet Piano

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: MUS133 or MUS251

  
  • MUS 253 - Organ

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 255 - Piano Ensemble

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 257 - Oboe

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 261 - Voice

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 265 - Percussion

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 267 - Tuba

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 271 - Violin

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 273 - Cello

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 277 - Viola

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 281 - Trumpet

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 283 - Trombone

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 285 - French Horn

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 287 - Baritone Horn

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 291 - Clarinet

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 293 - Saxophone

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 295 - Flute

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 297 - Bassoon

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 301 - Basic Conducting

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to assist students in developing a basic conducting technique. Skills are taught which enable the student to direct vocal and instrumental groups. Included in the course are studies in transposition, clef reading and score preparation.

    Prerequisite: MUS112.

  
  • MUS 302 - Advanced Conducting

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to further develop the student’s basic conducting skills. The student will learn how to interpret stylistically the intentions of a composer and how to rehearse effectively. Compositions for band, choir and orchestra are studied. Included in the course are studies in score preparation, clef reading, transposition, rehearsal techniques, and error detection.

    Prerequisite: MUS301.

  
  • MUS 303 - Orchestration

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course provides the students with the principles of scoring for small string and wind ensembles, symphonic orchestra, symphonic band and church worship bands. The study of range, proper notation, transposition and the characteristics of string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments are included.

    Prerequisite: MUS112.

  
  • MUS 307 - Teaching Elementary Music

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to prepare students who are music majors or minors for teaching in the elementary school. Students, who anticipate becoming specialists, will learn how to teach music to children through traditional methods, as well as through innovations of leading European and American educators. Students will learn how to establish curriculum’s for music education that utilize learning strategies encompassed by the conceptual approach. State INTASC Standards, as well as National Music Standards, will be reviewed and applied. Four areas of musical study will be emphasized: historical, philosophical, content and methodology. Students will do guided practice in class teaching assignments.

    Prerequisite: MUS112.

  
  • MUS 308 - Teaching Secondary Choral Music

    (2 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course deals with the areas of curriculum, materials and methodology for teaching music in both non-performance and performance situations.

    Prerequisite: MUS112.

  
  • MUS 309 - Teaching Instrumental Music

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course deals with techniques, literature and materials used for teaching instrumental music at the elementary and secondary levels. A primary emphasis of the course is the study of educational philosophy. Score reading and analysis of wind, percussion and string music, discussion of rehearsal procedures, and the study and observation of marching band techniques are also covered in the course.

  
  • MUS 312 - Counterpoint

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    The study of species counterpoint and 18th century fugues.

    Note: This course is strongly recommended for all students anticipating graduate school.

    Prerequisite: MUS211.

  
  • MUS 317 - History of Music I

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    Music history courses present a summary of the chronological development of music in western civilization. Music from ancient times through the Baroque is covered.

    Prerequisite: MUS112 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 318WI - History of Music II

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department) (Writing intensive)
    Music history courses present a summary of the chronological development of music in western civilization. Music from the Classical era to the middle of the 19th century is covered.

    Prerequisite: MUS112 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 319 - History of Music III

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    Music history courses present a summary of the chronological development of music in western civilization. Music from the late 19th century through the present is covered.

    Prerequisite: MUS112 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 320CC - World Musics

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Cross-Cultural Engagement)
    Music is an integral part of every culture. By studying the music of other cultures, including the way music relates to faith, power, societal structure, and daily life, students will be able to better understand, love, and treat people from other cultures with justice. This class will give students tools from the field of ethnomusicology to engage with the music of the world’s people through listening, observing, researching, and music-making.

  
  • MUS 325 - Recital

    (1 credit)
    This course is to be taken along with one credit of applied instruction during the semester in which the degree recital is given. The student will be required to select music of representative styles and periods, research and write program notes, pass the pre-recital jury one month prior to the recital, and give the public performance.

    Note: Minimum recital length is 30 minutes for music education majors and 60 minutes for music performance majors. Course may be repeated.

    Prerequisite: junior class standing or after four semesters of applied study.

  
  • MUS 334 - Composition

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: MUS112 or permission of instructor

  
  • MUS 335 - Private Conducting

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: MUS302

  
  • MUS 337 - Choral/Instrumental Arranging

    (1-2 credits)
    Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.

    Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.

    Prerequisite: MUS112 or permission of instructor

  
  • MUS 398 - Directed Study


  
  • MUS 412 - Special Topics in Music

    (2 credits, non- yearly, consult department)
    This course provides in-depth study of special topics in music. Students will look at philosophical and practical issues in music within society and various cultures. Students will explore questions in theoretical, theological, historical, and performance approaches to music.

    Prerequisite: MUS318WI or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 417 - Internship

    (4 credits may apply toward the Arts Administration minor)
    Prerequisite: MUS212.

  
  • MUS 420 - Chamber Opera

    (1/2 credit, non- yearly, consult department)
    The study of a selected chamber opera (operas) scene(s) from all periods. The course will involve rehearsal and performance. Students will present their product in the context of recitals or performances.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • NSC 101 - Introduction to Earth Science

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    An introduction to an understanding of Earth’s geological, hydrological, atmospheric, and environmental systems, the impact of human activity on such systems, and the ethical basis and strategies for human response to environmental degradation. Course includes required field trips and 90 minutes of lab per week.

    Note: This course is restricted to students pursuing a Middle School endorsement. Students may NOT receive credit for both BIO101SN and NSC101. A fee is associated with this course.

  
  • NSC 308 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Natural Science

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of the techniques and materials for teaching natural science at the secondary school level (for biology and chemistry majors). This course requires a 30 hour practicum and is required of each candidate seeking an endorsement in this content area.

    Note: Credit does not count toward the major or minor. See also course offerings under biology, chemistry and physics.

    Prerequisite: upperclassman.

  
  • NUR 160 - Nursing: Discerning Your Vocation

    (1 credit)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course considers dimensions of nursing specifically related to nursing as a healing ministry, human science, and performing art. This exploration includes a historic, current and future perspective. Students reflect on their call to nursing and develop a success plan for completing their major. Current societal, health-related and professional issues are also explored. Learning experiences include lecture and directed discussion, journaling, interviews, one clinical observation with a practicing nurse, guest lectures, multimedia learning technology and library research.

  
  • NUR 220 - Nursing and Shalom

    (2 credits)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course investigates the theoretical, scientific and ethical foundation of nursing as a human science, performing art and healing ministry specifically as an approach to promote shalom (health, peace and wholeness from a Biblical perspective) and social justice. The program’s mission, philosophy, conceptual framework and program outcomes are examined. Service-learning experiences, faith reflection and the creation of an electronic portfolio are integrated in meeting course objectives.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the BSN program. Concurrent requisite: NUR280.

  
  • NUR 260 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview and the framework of nursing as a healing ministry, human science and performing art, this course provides the foundation for application of the nursing process with diverse pediatric and adult clients in acute and chronic illness. On-campus laboratory precedes clinical experiences and as a means to promote shalom. These experiences provide opportunity to develop knowledge and beginning nursing aptitudes in intervening with the care of individual clients across the lifespan.

    Prerequisites: NUR220, NUR280, BIO203, PHI214BR, and REL150. Concurrent requisite: NUR290.

  
  • NUR 280 - Lifespan Health Assessment

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course provides an opportunity for students to develop their understanding and use of the nursing process, with a focus on the relationship development and assessment phases. Informed by a Christian world view, emphasis is placed on performing holistic assessment of pediatric and adult clients including the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual and moral/ethical dimensions. Laboratory practice precedes clinical application in a variety of health care and community settings. In the clinical component, students develop aptitudes in relationship development and holistic assessment of pediatric and adult individual clients to develop clinical judgment and promote shalom.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the BSN program. Concurrent requisite: NUR220.

  
  • NUR 280A - Lifespan Health Assessment

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course provides an opportunity for students to develop their understanding and use of the nursing process, with a focus on the relationship development and assessment phases. Informed by a Christian world view, emphasis is placed on performing holistic assessment of pediatric and adult clients including the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual and moral/ethical dimensions. Laboratory practice precedes clinical application in a variety of health care and community settings. In the clinical component, students develop aptitudes in relationship development and holistic assessment of pediatric and adult individual clients to develop clinical judgment and promote shalom.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the BSN program. Concurrent requisite: NUR220.

  
  • NUR 290 - Geriatric Nursing

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course explores multidimensional aging processes and the holistic health experience of older individuals from the perspective of a Christian worldview. Emphasis is placed on nursing as a healing ministry, human science and performing art to promote shalom with older adults. Application of the nursing process in health promotion and care of common geriatric care concerns is accentuated. Service- earning experiences, faith reflection, and literature and the arts are integrated as strategies to more fully understand (a) the experience of older adults with diverse backgrounds, and (b) personal values, attitudes, practices and ethics, as well as those evident in government policies, community planning and the health care and social service delivery system. The clinical component provides an opportunity for nursing practice in community-based and acute care settings with older adults, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and compassionate care in health promotion, restoration and maintenance, and living the three nursing practice dimensions (illuminating meaning, synchronizing rhythms and participating in transcendence).

    Prerequisites: NUR220, NUR280, and BIO203. Concurrent requisite: NUR260.

  
  • NUR 310A - Shalom and Professional Nursing Practice

    (4 credits)
    Designed as a bridge course to orient the BSN-Completion option student to baccalaureate-level study, this course based in a Christian worldview investigates the theological, scientific, and ethical foundation of nursing as a human science, performing art and healing ministry, specifically as an approach to promote shalom (health, peace and wholeness from a Biblical perspective) and social justice. The program’s mission, philosophy, conceptual framework and program outcomes are examined, and nursing as a human science and nursing theories are evaluated in the context of the theory-practice relationship. Specific concepts relevant to professional nursing practice are considered and applied in analysis of both practice and education issues. Service-learning experiences, faith reflection and the creation of an electronic portfolio are integrated in meeting course outcomes.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the RN-BSN program.

  
  • NUR 320 - Medical/Surgical Nursing

    (6 credits, 4:2)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the theoretical, scientific and ethical basis for the application of the nursing process with diverse clients in their experience of health and illness across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on nursing as a human science, performing art and healing ministry to promote shalom with children and adults. The clinical component provides an opportunity for nursing practice in acute care and selected community-based settings, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and Christ-like compassion in all levels of prevention, with a focus on health restoration and in living the three practice dimensions.

    Prerequisites: NUR220, 260, 280, 290, BIO320 and PSY225. Concurrent requisite: BIO360.

  
  • NUR 350A - Cross-Cultural Nursing

    (1 credit)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this 1-credit seminar examines transcultural nursing theory from a theoretical, scientific and ethical perspective, along with logistics for the in-country experience, dimensions of global health care and social justice. Emphasis is placed on cultural values, beliefs, norms and practices and their influence on the lived experience of health and illness. Within a context that honors nursing as a human science, performing art and healing ministry to promote shalom with diverse clients in acute care and/or community-based settings, the in-country experience provides students opportunities to explore and engage another culture and participate in the nursing and health care delivery system. Learning experiences include service-learning, experiential learning and faith reflection.

    Prerequisite: NUR220 or NUR310A.

  
  • NUR 360 - Maternal/Newborn Nursing

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the theoretical, scientific and ethical basis for the application of the nursing process with diverse normal and high-risk childbearing families. Emphasis is placed on nursing as a human science, performing art and healing ministry to promote shalom with parents and children. The clinical component provides an opportunity for nursing practice in acute care and selected community-based settings, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and compassionate care in health promotion and restoration activities and in living the three nursing practice dimensions. Learning experiences include service-learning, faith reflection, laboratory practicum and clinical experiences.

    Prerequisite: NUR320. Concurrent requisites: NUR380.

  
  • NUR 380 - Mental Health Nursing

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the theoretical, scientific and ethical basis for the application of the nursing process in promoting shalom with diverse individuals across the lifespan who are experiencing mental illness. Emphasis is placed on nursing as a healing ministry, human science and performing art to promote shalom with pediatric and adult mental health clients in acute and community- based settings. The person is considered from a holistic perspective and application of the nursing process utilizing all levels of prevention is emphasized, with a focus on the therapeutic use of self, health restoration and maintenance. The clinical component provides an opportunity for mental health nursing practice in institutional and selected community-based settings, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and compassionate care in living the three nursing practice dimensions.

    Prerequisites: NUR320 and PSY360. Concurrent requisites: NUR360.

  
  • NUR 420 - Nursing Research and Informatics

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the epistemological (theoretical, scientific and ethical) foundation of nursing as a human science, specifically as an approach to promote shalom and social justice. It surveys the types, methods and uses of research and informatics to enhance client outcomes and to deliver holistic nursing care for all clients and at all levels of prevention. The course emphasizes the knowledge and aptitudes needed by professional nurses to manage and utilize health care information and related technologies, critically evaluate research studies and integrate evidence in all phases of the nursing process. In the practicum, students analyze a variety of health care technologies and present an evidence-based practice project.

    Prerequisites: Nursing major with senior class standing, ENG288, KIN370, MAT208QR and SOC101SS. Concurrent requisite: NUR440.

  
  • NUR 420A - Nursing Research and Informatics

    (3 credits, 2:1)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the epistemological (theoretical, scientific and ethical) foundation of nursing as a human science, specifically as an approach to promote shalom and social justice.  It surveys the types, methods and uses of research and informatics to enhance client outcomes and to deliver holistic nursing care for all clients and at all levels of prevention.  The course emphasizes the knowledge and aptitudes needed by professional nurses to manage and utilize health care information and related technologies, critically evaluate research studies and integrate evidence in all phases of the nursing process.  In the practicum, students analyze a variety of health care technologies and present an evidence-based practice project.

    Prerequisites: Nursing major with senior standing; NUR220 or NUR310A; MAT208QR and a college writing and research course.

  
  • NUR 430 - Pediatric Nursing

    (2 credits)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the theoretical, scientific and ethical basis for the application of the nursing process with diverse normal and higher-risk children and their families. Emphasis is placed on nursing as a human science, performing art and healing ministry to promote shalom with children and their families. The content builds upon the child and adolescent content in NUR280 Lifespan Health Assessment, NUR360 Promoting Shalom with Childbearing Families and NUR380 Promoting Shalom and Mental Health. Learning experiences include service-learning, case studies and faith reflection. Related clinical experiences are integrated throughout the nursing course sequence and provide an opportunity for nursing practice in acute care and selected community-based settings, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and compassionate care in health promotion and restoration activities and in living the three nursing practice dimensions.

    Prerequisites: NUR350A, 360 and 380. Concurrent requisites: NUR420 and 440.

  
  • NUR 440 - Public/Community Health Nursing

    (5 credits, 3:2)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the theoretical and scientific basis for the application of the nursing process with diverse families and groups in the community. All levels of prevention are considered, focusing on health promotion and maintenance. Grounded in a synthesis of public health and nursing science and arts, the course emphasizes nursing as a healing ministry, human science and performing art to promote shalom and enhance the health of the population as a whole. The clinical component provides an opportunity for nursing practice in the community, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and compassionate care in living the three nursing practice dimensions with families and groups. Learning experiences include service-learning, faith reflection and clinical experiences.

    Prerequisites: Nursing major with senior class standing, ENG288, KIN370, NUR350A and SOC101SS. Concurrent requisite: NUR420.

  
  • NUR 440A - Promoting Shalom with Diverse Populations

    (5 credits, 3:2)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course examines the theoretical and scientific basis for the application of the nursing process with diverse families and groups in the community. All levels of prevention are considered, focusing on health promotion and maintenance. Grounded in a synthesis of public health and nursing science and arts, the course emphasizes nursing as a healing ministry, human science and performing art to promote shalom and enhance the health of the population as a whole. The clinical component provides an opportunity for nursing practice in the community, assisting students to integrate knowledge, aptitudes and compassionate care in living the three nursing practice dimensions with families and groups. Learning experiences include service learning, faith reflection and clinical experiences.

    Prerequisites: Nursing major with senior standing; SOC101SS; recommended college writing and research course.

  
  • NUR 460AWI - Nursing Leadership

    (4 credits, 3:1) (Writing intensive)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course explores the leadership, management, role development and clinical scholarship dimensions of professional nursing practice, with a distinctive emphasis on promoting shalom, servant leadership, social justice and sociopolitical change. Students will analyze the health care system at a microsystem, macrosystem and chronosystem level, focusing on national health care but also exploring global health issues. Foundational to this exploration is an analysis of the relationship of personal, professional and organizational values and ethics to health care leadership roles and activities. Clinical scholarship is emphasized as a moral duty of Christian nurses committed to continuing Jesus’ healing ministry. The practicum component provides an opportunity for students to observe (a) the role played by a nurse servant leader and (b) engage in a leadership project as a basis for clinical scholarship. Learning experiences include service-learning, faith reflection and practicum experiences.

    Prerequisites: Nursing major with senior standing; NUR420A or NUR440A.

  
  • NUR 460WI - Nursing Leadership

    (4 credits, 3:1) (Writing intensive)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course explores the leadership, management, role development and clinical scholarship dimensions of professional nursing practice, with a distinctive emphasis on promoting shalom, servant leadership, social justice and sociopolitical change. Students will analyze the health care system at a microsystem, macrosystem and chronosystem level, focusing on national health care but also exploring global health issues. Foundational to this exploration is an analysis of the relationship of personal, professional and organizational values and ethics to health care leadership roles and activities. Clinical scholarship is emphasized as a moral duty of Christian nurses committed to continuing Jesus’ healing ministry. The practicum component provides an opportunity for students to observe (a) the role played by a nurse servant leader and (b) engage in a leadership project as a basis for clinical scholarship. Learning experiences include service-learning, faith reflection and practicum experiences.

    Prerequisites: NUR420 and NUR440. Concurrent prerequisites: NUR480 and NUR490.

  
  • NUR 480 - Critical Care Nursing

    (5 credits, 2:3)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course expands the theoretical, scientific and ethical basis for the application of the nursing process with diverse clients who experience complex health problems across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on nursing as a healing ministry, human science and performing art to promote shalom with children and adults in acute care and community-based settings experiencing life-altering illness. The clinical component, which includes a 120-hour preceptorship, provides opportunity for (a) beginning-level professional nursing practice in acute care and selected community-based settings, (b) the integration of knowledge from nursing and related disciplines in clinical decision-making, (c) enhancing aptitudes in all levels of prevention, but with a focus on health restoration, and (d) practicing compassionate care in living the three practice dimensions.

    Prerequisites: NUR420 and NUR440. Concurrent requisites: NUR460 and NUR490.

  
  • NUR 490ASR - Living Shalom

    (2 credits)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course explores finding one’s place in God’s kingdom for now and eternity, living vocation, integrating values and ethics in personal and professional realms and living shalom. Within this capstone seminar, students assess their knowledge and aptitudes related to the program outcomes and integrate them in their philosophy of Christian nursing.

    Prerequisites: NUR420A and NUR440A. Concurrent requisites: NUR460AWI and NUR480.

  
  • NUR 490SR - Living Shalom

    (2 credits)
    Based on a Christian worldview, this course explores finding one’s place in God’s kingdom for now and eternity, living vocation, integrating values and ethics in personal and professional realms and living shalom. Within this capstone seminar, students assess their knowledge and aptitudes related to the program outcomes and integrate them in their philosophy of Christian nursing. Supported by a vocation-based philosophy, the course also prepares graduating seniors to live their vocation, write the NCLEX-RN examination, secure their first professional nursing position and practice in their first nursing position.

    Prerequisites: NUR420 and NUR440. Concurrent requisites: NUR460WI and NUR480.

  
  • NWC 100 - Writing Studio

    (1 credit)
    Writing Studio provides additional writing instruction and feedback for students taking NWC101 (FYS: Speaking and Writing in Community). The studio engages students in essential practices of college writing through mini-lessons and workshop activities.

    Note: Required for conditionally accepted students or students entering with an English ACT of 19 or below (SAT Reading below 26) and no college-level writing course.

  
  • NWC 101 - First-Year Seminar: Speaking and Writing in Community

    (4 credits)
    This course introduces students to the character and abilities considered essential to becoming a member of a Christian liberal arts community. Students develop their reading, writing and speaking skills by exploring difficult questions, learning to understand academic inquiry, forming learning communities, and integrating faith with learning and living.

  
  • NWC 105 - Honors First-Year Seminar: Speaking and Writing in Community

    (4 credits)
    NWC105 is an Honors section of the First-Year Seminar, utilizing the same syllabus, texts, and course objectives as NWC101. In addition, the Honors First-Year Seminar aims: 1) to promote community among first-year students of demonstrated academic ability; 2) to create an environment in which these students can excel academically and nurture their innate intellectual curiosity; and 3) to provide students with an opportunity to learn from NWC faculty who have been recognized for their teaching excellence in the classroom. Completion of the Honors First-Year Seminar does not guarantee admission into the Honors Program. Students will have the opportunity to apply to the Honors Program at the end of their Freshman year. For additional course information, see the course description under “First-Year Seminar”. 

  
  • NWC 210CC - Different Together: Living & Learning Interculturally

    (3 credits) (NWCore option under Cross-Cultural Engagement)
    This interdisciplinary and experiential course will guide students in developing their critical understanding, attitudes, and skills for living effectively with others in our multicultural world. Readings from religion, social science, and professions will inform discussion of observations and questions from students’ own interactions. Students will explore complex intersectional group identities, learn to distinguish between cultural and personal differences, and how to respectfully engage differences as well as similarities. Students will select a particular culture to explore and engage in depth, applying their learning and reflecting with others on those experiences. They will better understand themselves as cultural persons interacting with other cultural persons everywhere all the time.

    Prerequisite: NWC101 or NWC105.

  
  • NWC 400SR - Faith, Culture and Public Life

    (2 credits)
    This interdisciplinary Senior Seminar is open to all majors. In this course, drawing upon their entire Northwestern experience, students will develop answers to the following questions: How has my NWC education changed me? How will I draw on its resources as I go forth to live in the world? In particular, how will my education shape my role as a citizen? What role does Christian witness play in democratic culture? What does a healthy democratic culture look like?

  
  • NWC 450SR - The Meaning of Life

    (2 credits)
    In this interdisciplinary Senior Seminar, open to students of all majors, we will explore and evaluate various answers to some of our most puzzling and enduring questions: Who are we? Why are we here? How should we live our lives? What makes a life worth living?

    Prerequisite: at least junior class standing.

  
  • PHI 200BR - Ethics

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An investigation of some of the main philosophical questions about ethics, such as the following: Does morality depend on religion? Is morality relative to culture? Why should I be moral? How do we go about answering moral questions? Is there a “theory” of morality? If so, what does that theory look like?

  
  • PHI 202QR - Logic

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Quantitative Reasoning)
    An introduction to formal logic. The aim is to enable the student to become skilled in the examination of everyday language for validity, soundness, and cogency, to acquire a basic knowledge of classical sentential logic, and to master proof techniques in propositional logic and the first-order predicate calculus.

    Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT090, an ACT math score of 20 or above (SAT 510 or above), or a passing score on the MAT090 placement exam.

  
  • PHI 204BR - Mind, Knowledge and Reality

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An introduction to the main metaphysical and epistemological questions of philosophy. Issues addressed include the existence of God, the problem of evil, the mind-body problem, knowledge and skepticism, and personal identity and resurrection.

  
  • PHI 208BR - Reason and Christian Faith

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An introduction to some of the main philosophical problems faced by Christians. Possible topics include apologetics, arguments for and against the existence of God, the attributes of God, the problem of evil, and the relationship between faith and reason.

  
  • PHI 210BRx - Introduction to Political Philosophy

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    This course introduces the student to philosophy by means of an examination of the main questions of normative social and political theory. It examines such matters as the justification and purpose of government, anarchism, justice, equality and human rights.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in political science.
  
  • PHI 214BR - Contemporary Moral Issues

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    A philosophical exploration of contemporary moral issues. Possible topics include abortion, euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide, cloning and stem-cell research, war and terrorism, capital punishment, global poverty, factory farming and experimenting on animals, homosexuality and same-sex marriage, etc.

  
  • PHI 216BR - Philosophy Through Film and Fiction

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An introduction to some of the main problems of philosophy by a study of selected works of literature and film. Topics explored include appearance and reality, knowledge and skepticism, the mind-body problem, and what sort of life is worth living.

  
  • PHI 225BR - Ancient Greek Philosophy

    (4 credits; non-yearly, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An introduction to the ancient Greek philosophical tradition, ranging from the Presocratics to the Hellenists but focusing on Plato and Aristotle.

  
  • PHI 226BR - Medieval Philosophy

    (4 credits, non-yearly, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An introduction to medieval philosophy, focusing on figures such as Augustine, Boethius, Anselm and Aquinas.

  
  • PHI 227BR - Modern Philosophy

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Belief and Reason)
    An introduction to the central figures in the philosophical milieu of the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, focusing on thinkers such as Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, Kant, Mill, Kierkegaard and Nietzsche.

 

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