Course Outlines

MTC 105 - Introduction to Motorcycle and UTV Technology

1. Motorcycle and UTV two- and four-stroke engines
2. Motorcycle and UTV brakes and controls
3. Motorcycle and UTV frames and drive trains
4. Motorcycle and UTV fuel systems
5. Motorcycle and UTV electrical systems
6. Motorcycle and UTV suspension systems
7. Motorcycle and UTV wheels and tires

1. Identify and articulate all components related to two-stroke and four-stroke engines. (1)
2. Inspect and adjust brake cables, pads, rotors, and related brake components. (2)
3. Inspect and evaluate frame integrity and welds. (3)
4. Inspect and adjust belt or chain drive systems. (3)
5. Inspect fuel lines and connections. (4)
6. Adjust carbureted and fuel injected systems. (4)
7. Determine fuel mixture for two-stroke engines. (4)
8. Inspect, clean, and diagnose electrical storage unit. (5)
9. Inspect and test the ignition system. (5)
10. Inspect and test the charging system. (5)
11. Inspect and test the starting system. (5)
12. Identify major components of a suspension system. (6)
13. Inspect and diagnose shock absorbers. (6)
14. Inspect and diagnose forks. (6)
15. Adjust and tune spoke wheels. (7)
16. Remove, repair and replace tires. (7)
17. Balance wheel and tire chasse. (7)

MTC 140 - Introduction to Motorcycle Electrical Systems

1. Electrical theory
2. Motorcycle electrical systems
3. Electrical testing equipment and operation
4. Diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures
5. Motorcycle electrical system repair
6. Electrical schematics, symbols, and electrical diagnostic manuals

1. Apply basic electrical theory for motorcycle systems. (1)
2. Identify motorcycle electrical systems and their use: charging, starting, ignition, accessory and switches. (2)
3. Operate a multimeter and battery load tester. (3)
4. Perform diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures.(4)
5. Repair or replace motorcycle electrical system components and wiring. (5)
6. Read, interpret and use motorcycle wiring schematics, symbols, and diagnostic manuals. (6)

MTC 215 - Motorcycle and UTV Service Procedures

Description: Common fundamental repairs most often needed in motorcycles and UTVs.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 1
Lab: 4

Course Content:

1. Brake repairs
2. Fork and shock repairs
3. Wheel and tire repairs
4. Valve adjustments
5. Piston and ring replacement
6. Electrical troubleshooting
7. Fuel system repairs
8. Clutch adjustment and replacement

 
Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify, adjust or replace components of both hydraulic and mechanical brake systems. (1)
2. Change fork seals, oil and bushings and adjust to rider specifications. (2)
3. Replace and adjust shocks for various riding conditions. (2)
4. Inspect, repair, and true spoked and mag wheels. (3)
5. Mount and balance tires. (3)
6. Replace and adjust valves in 4-stroke engines. (3)
7. Replace piston rod, piston, and rings in two and four stroke engines. (4)
8. Operate a multimeter. (5)
9. Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components as needed. (5)
10. Replace and adjust clutch. (7)
11. Diagnose and repair problems commonly associated with carburated and fuel injection systems. (7)

MUS 101 - Private Music

1. Pitch and rhythmic notation
2. Sight-reading techniques
3. Tone production
4. Technical facility
5. Performance of selected studies and compositions

1. Read and apply pitch and rhythmic notation. (1)
2. Sight-read using techniques appropriate to level of music studied and/or performed. (2)
3. Produce the quality of tone appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (4)
5. Apply styles, phrasing, and performances practices appropriate for the various periods, genre, and level of music studied. (1-5)

MUS 101A - Private Music

1. Pitch and rhythmic notation
2. Sight-reading techniques
3. Tone production
4. Technical facility
5. Performance of selected studies and compositions

1. Read and apply pitch and rhythmic notation. (1)
2. Sight-read using techniques appropriate to level of music studied and/or performed. (2)
3. Produce the quality of tone appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (4)
5. Apply styles, phrasing, and performances practices appropriate for the various periods, genre, and level of music studied. (1-5)

MUS 103 - Piano Class I

1. Technical skill in playing the piano
2. Reading beginning-level piano literature
3. Beginning-level music theory

1. Play on the piano beginning-level literature in the keys of C and G major.
2. Count and play on the piano beginning-level rhythms in duple, triple and quadruple meters in both simple and compound division of the beat.
3. Play on the piano all major, minor, diminished and augmented chords in root position.
4. Play on the piano scales and I, IV and V7 chord progressions in C and G major.
5. Assign names on a written test to pitches, chords, intervals and key signatures.

MUS 104 - Piano Class II

1. Technical skill in playing the piano
2. Playing beginning-level piano literature in five keys
3. Beginning-level music theory
4. Beginning-level key transposition
    

MUS 105 - Voice Class I

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Reading vocal solo literature
3. In-class performance
4. Introductory-level music reading
    

1. Use standard postures while singing.
2. Use standard breath support while singing.
3. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing.
4. Perform selected examples of solo literature.
5. Model professional stage deportment.
6. Sight-read melodies in the key of C major and clap rhythms in duple, triple, and quadruple meters (using both simple and compound division of the beat).
7. Identify an assigned set of music vocabulary words.

MUS 106 - Voice Class II

1. Understand the functions of vocal mechanism, learn to coordinate breathing and relaxation in order to produce tension-free singing sounds and an even singing scale through the voice; improve resonance and projection of the voice for solo performance and blending techniques of the singing voice for ensemble and choral singing.
2. Improve level of musicianship by learning musical terms and their application, by demonstrating improvement in intonation, rhythm skills, interval skips, phrasing, and flexibility of voice.
3. Learn to perform successfully in public through the study and practice of clear diction in singing, study of style and interpretation of songs, and experience in effective stage presence.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of repertoire through the study of song literature, the facets of the use of voices in music literature and awareness of composers and performers.
5. Demonstrate improvement in public performance by presenting a recital of songs at the close of the semester. Besides performing individually students will each write critique of the other performances demonstrating ability to recognize aspects of technique, musicianship and performance.

MUS 107 - Guitar Class I

1. Introduction to the guitar
2. Introduction to the musical terms and notations
3. Two tuning methods
4. Note reading performance skills; duets in the classical style
5. Chord studies and strumming in the folk style
6. Right and left hand skill studies--scales arpeggios
7. Repertoire--melodic and chord style music
    

1. Identify parts of guitar.
2. Know guitar terms.
3. Know musical terms.
4. Demonstrate tuning.
5. Demonstrate note reading--pitch and rhythm
6. Identify chords--symbols and fingering positions.
7. Develop finger dexterity--right and left hand.
    

MUS 108 - Guitar Class II

1. Playing position
2. Right-hand technique
3. Left-hand technique
4. Rest strokes
5. Free strokes
6. Arpeggios
7. Chords
8. Bar chords, forms I-II
9. Sight reading
10. Note reading through the ninth position
11. Warm-up exercises
12. Stretching exercises
13. Scales
14. Ascending legados
15. Descending legados
16. Strums
17. Guitar styles
18. Harmonic tuning

1. Read and play chord structures. (7, 8, 12-15)
2. Identify and use different guitar styles. (16-17)
3. Use developed skills in harmonic tuning. (18)
4. Read music in basic position. (1)
5. Play to the ninth position. (10-12)
6. Use basic right and left hand techniques. (2, 3)
7. Read and play music with individual style and music selection with instructor supervision. (1-12, 14-16)
    

MUS 109 - Guitar Class III

1. Playing position
2. Right-hand techniques
3. Left-hand techniques
4. Rest strokes
5. Free strokes
6. Arpeggios
7. Chords
8. Bar chords forms I-V
9. Note reading in all positions
10. Warm-up exercises
11. Stretching exercises
12. Scales (Sagreras-Segovia)
13. Ascending legados
14. Descending legados
15. Advanced strums
16. Finger-picking styles
17. Guitar styles
18. Harmonic tuning

1. Read and play using concepts of complex chord structures. (7, 8, 12)
2. Identify and use different guitar styles. (15-17)
3. Use harmonic tuning skills from one string. (18)
4. Sight read in all positions. (9)
5. Use advanced right and left hand techniques. (2, 3)
6. Read and play music with individual style and music selection. (1-18)

MUS 110 - Concert Band

1. Holding position of instruments
2. Breathing technique for wind instruments
3. Articulation technique for wind instruments
4. Stick and mallet grips for percussion instruments
5. Musical notation and musical terms
6. Major scales
7. Group rehearsal of concert band literature
    

1. Read and perform major scales. (1-7)
2. Read and perform common rhythms. (1-7)
3. Read and perform common rudiments (percussionists). (1-5, 7)
4. Perform concert band literature within a group. (1-7)
    

MUS 111 - Symphonic Band

1. The Ab, Bb, C, Db, Eb, F concert scales
2. Division of the beat through 16th notes in simple and compound meters
3. Selected band literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance tone quality, style, articulation and precision

1. Perform scales in the common band keys.
2. Perform musical notational symbols and terms.
3. Demonstrate rhythmic patterns in common meters.
4. Develop concepts of correct pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision.
5. Determine concepts of the individual's roll in preparation and performance of band music.

MUS 113 - Big Band I

1. Scales required of selected intermediate level jazz music
2. Division and subdivision of the beat in simple, common and mixed meters
3. Intermediate level jazz literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision

1. Perform common intermediate level big band keys. (1)
2. Perform intermediate level rhythmic patterns in various meters. (2)
3. Perform with correct pitch, tone quality, style and articulation. (3)
4. Perform intermediate level jazz music. (1-3)
    

MUS 114 - Big Band II

1. Scales required of selected advanced level jazz music
2. Division and subdivision of the beat in simple, common and mixed meters
3. Advanced level jazz literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision
    

1. Perform common advanced level big band keys. (1)
2. Perform advanced level rhythmic patterns in various meters. (2)
3. Perform with correct pitch, tone quality, style and articulation. (3)
4. Perform advanced level jazz music. (1-3)
    

MUS 115 - Instrumental Ensemble

1. Critical analysis of music
2. Vocabulary and language of music
3. Transpositions, clefs and standard notational symbols
4. Performance

1. Use transpositions, different clefs and standard notational symbols while performing music. (2, 4)
2. Identify, analyze, and perform different pieces of music within the same genre. (1-4)
3. Identify elements of music from diverse genres and cultures. (1-3)
4. Sight-read music accurately and with expression. (4)

MUS 116 - Jazz Combo

1. Critical analysis of jazz and popular music
2. Vocabulary and language of jazz and popular music
3. Jazz and popular music memorization
4. Performance
    

1. Use jazz notation symbols while performing music. (1-4)
2. Memorize and perform jazz and popular music in a small group setting. (1-4)
3. Identify elements of music from diverse genres and culture. (1,2)
4. Improvise music with expression. (1-4)

MUS 117 - Symphony Orchestra

1. Scales required of selected music
2. Division and subdivision of the beat in simple and compound meters
3. Selected orchestral literature with emphasis on interpretation of symbols, terms, control of pitch, balance, tone quality, style, articulation and precision
    

1. Perform common orchestral keys.
2. Perform rhythmic patterns in various meters.
3. Perform with correct pitch, tone quality, style and articulation.
4. Perform orchestral music.
    

MUS 129 - Music Fundamentals

1. Notation of pitch
2. Time classifications
3. Note and rest values
4. Time signatures
5. Intervals
6. Scales
7. Key signatures
8. Triads

1. Aurally compare the pitches between a major and a minor scale. (1,6)
2. Aurally identify and notate all simple intervals. (1,5)
3. Compare the difference between a slur and a tie. (3)
4. Define compound meters. (2)
5. Define the four triad types. (8)
6. Place barlines in a line of music. (4,7)
7. Describe how a scale may be transposed to any pitch level. (1,7)
8. Describe how intervals are identified. (5)
9. Describe how intervals are used to construct triads. (5,8)
10. Describe the accumulative effect of dot(s) on note value. (3)
11. Explain concepts used in determining consonance and dissonance among intervals. (5)
12. Explain the role of the leading tone note in the harmonic minor scale. (3,6)
13. Explain the significance of the top and bottom number in a meter signature. (4)
14. Identify and notate a major scale. (6)
15. Identify and notate an open position triad. (8)
16. Identify and notate any given interval. (5)
17. Identify and notate given modal scales. (6)
18. Identify and notate the clef symbols. (3)
19. Identify aurally and notate root position triads. (8)
20. Identify each tone placement name (member) of a triad. (1,8)
21. Identify pitch names of notes on ledger lines. (1,3)
22. Identify pitch names on the grand staff. (1)
23. Identify the primary triads in a given key, labeling each with the appropriate Roman numeral. (8)
24. Identify, by sight and sound, simple and compound metered music. (3,4)
25. List five song associations with interval names. (5)
26. List structural characteristics of a melody. (1-8)
27. List the modal scale names. (6)
28. List two aids used in identifying intervals. (5)
29. Notate a chromatic scale. (6)
30. Perform rhythmic exercises in simple and compound meters. (1-8)
31. Sight sing simple melodies. (1-8)
     

MUS 131 - Basic Integrated Theory I

1. The structure of tonality
2. Part writing of triads in root position: doubling and spacing
3. Part writing of triads in root position: voice leading
4. Part writing of triads in first and second inversions
5. Ear training: identifying and constructing intervals and triads
6. Tonal and rhythmic memory through dictation: notating rhythmic patterns and melodic passages
7. From sight to sound, the inner hearing of written music by sight singing melodies in major and minor keys

1. Categorize and list in order from tonic to leading tone the correct Roman numeral and write all the major, minor, augmented and diminished triads in any major or minor key.
2. Select the correct chords and illustrate on staff paper the proper doubling and spacing of each triad in a four-part choral.
3. Determine the correct interval number and quality and the correct triad quality; the interval and triad on staff paper.
4. Develop tonal and rhythmic memory and write simple and compound rhythmic patterns and short melodic passages.
5. Recite or sing from a printed manuscript a melody never before heard or sung.
    

MUS 132 - Basic Integrated Theory II

1. Four part vocal harmonic concepts including inversions, 7th chords, non-harmonic tones, modulation to related keys, secondary dominants and basic song forms
2. Composition and performance of music in basic piano styles
3. Analysis technics in vocal chorale and piano styles
4. Realization of vocal chorale and piano styles at the keyboard
5. Aural dictation and vocal sight reading

1. Demonstrate the structure of tonality; doubling, spacing and voice leading of 1st and 2nd version triads and dominant 7th chords with piano application.
2. Compose and perform basic piano styles.
3. Demonstrate harmonic analysis of chorale and piano styles.
4. Demonstrate other dominant function 7th chords.
5. Demonstrate modulation to related keys.
6. Demonstrate non-dominant 7th chords and compounds meters.
7. Demonstrate secondary dominants.
8. Identify basic song forms and subdivided rhythmic patterns.
9. Analyze and use non-harmonic tones.
10. Exercise keyboard skills sufficient to perform class assignments.
11. Demonstrate vocal interpretation of music through sight singing.
     

MUS 134 - Singing for the Actor

1. Vocal techniques
2. Elements of music notation
3. Analysis of music, lyrics, and character
4. Rehearsal and performance of selected repertoire
5. Musical connection to language, culture, and art

1. Produce proper physiology of the vocal mechanism. (1)
2. Integrate music reading skills with analysis of selected repertoire. (2-5)
3. Develop stage presentation skills. (1,4)
4. Express the character's essence in the context of the song. (3,4,5)
5. Create performance technique through vocal production, music analysis and repertoire study. (1-5)
6. Articulate the artistic context of the repertoire. (3 -5)

MUS 137 - Broadway Musicals

1. Composer, lyricist, and choreographer teams
2. Performance of musical works
3. Connections to society, economy, and other arts
4. Styles of musical theater works
5. Historical and/or contemporary musical examples

1. Examine Rodgers and Hammerstein's influence on American musical theater genre. (1-5)
2. Describe how American pop culture influenced the development of musical theater. (1-5)
3. Compare different styles of the American musical theater genre.  (1,2,4,5)
4. Differentiate between important musical theater works. (2-5)

MUS 151 - Applied Music

1. Applied music fundamentals
2. Theory and development of tone production
3. Technical facility
4. Development of musicianship through performance of selected studies and compositions in the various musical periods

1. Apply music fundamentals appropriate to level and area of study. (1)
2. Apply theory and development of tone production for level and genre of study. (2)
3. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing using styles and performance practices of the various musical periods. (4)
5. Perform progressively advanced compositions in lessons, recitals, juries, and concerts. (1-4)
    

MUS 151A - Applied Music

1. Applied music fundamentals
2. Theory and development of tone production
3. Technical facility
4. Development of musicianship through performance of selected studies and compositions in the various musical periods

1. Apply music fundamentals appropriate to level and area of study. (1)
2. Apply theory and development of tone production for level and genre of study. (2)
3. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing using styles and performance practices of the various musical periods. (4)
5. Perform progressively advanced compositions in lessons, recitals, juries, and concerts. (1-4)

MUS 151B - Applied Music

1. Applied music fundamentals
2. Theory and development of tone production
3. Technical facility
4. Development of musicianship through performance of selected studies and compositions in the various musical periods

1. Apply music fundamentals appropriate to level and area of study. (1)
2. Apply theory and development of tone production for level and genre of study. (2)
3. Play or sing with technical facility appropriate for genre and level of study. (3)
4. Play or sing using styles and performance practices of the various musical periods. (4)
5. Perform progressively advanced compositions in lessons, recitals, juries, and concerts. (1-4)

MUS 190 - Oratorio:

1. Phonation
2. Posture
3. Articulation
4. Choruses from major choral works
5. Public performance

1. Sing with accurate tempo, pitch, rhythm, dynamic levels and phrasing. (1)
2. Sing using correct posture and breathing techniques. (2)
3. Sing with clear enunciation, pronunciation and proper vowel and consonant formation. (3)
4. Sing chorus selections from major choral works. (4)
5. Apply learned rehearsal techniques and perform with appropriate deportment in public venues. (5)

MUS 198 - Music Topics:

1. Music techniques and processes
2. Personalized expression
3. Performance of musical works
4. Critique
5. Historical and/or contemporary musical examples

1. Explore music techniques and processes. (1)
2. Apply techniques to personal expression. (2)
3. Perform musical works. (3)
4. Critique musical works. (4)
5. Identify musical examples. (5)

MUS 203 - Piano Class III

1. Sight reading: progressively more difficult compositions
2. Technique: variety of fingering patterns and chord shapes; interpretation of dynamics and melody/accompaniment balance
3. Theory: all major and harmonic minor scales, two or more octaves; all dominant seventh chords in all positions
4. Repertoire: early level intermediate literature, ensemble pieces
5. Functional skills: transposition of melodies extending beyond 5-finger positions; harmonization of melodies using more diverse harmonies; improvisation of melodies with various accompaniment styles

1. Demonstrate sight-reading skills in upper level elementary piano compositions.
2. Demonstrate technical skills in playing fingering patterns, scales, and chords.
3. Demonstrate ability to perform lower level intermediate piano literature.
4. Develop more advanced skills in transposition, harmonization, and improvisation.

MUS 204 - Piano Class IV

1. Sight reading: progressively more difficult compositions
2. Technique: fluency in tempos of performed literature; scale studies and arpeggios; chromatic scale fingering
3. Theory: five kinds of seventh chords
4. Repertoire: upper level intermediate literature; ensemble pieces
5. Functional skills: transposition of folk-type melodies with various accompaniment figures; harmonization of melodies using nay chords within a key and borrowed, or altered, chords; improvisation of melodies and accompaniments using acquired harmonization skills

1. Demonstrate sight reading skills in lower level intermediate piano literature.
2. Demonstrate more advanced skills in playing various finger patterns, scales, and chords.
3. Demonstrate ability to perform upper level intermediate piano literature.
4. Develop intermediate level skills in transposition, harmonization, and improvisation.
    

MUS 222 - Chamber Singers

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Reading choral literature
3. Public performance
    

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public. (3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)

MUS 223 - Vocal Ensemble

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Singing choral literature
3. Public performance

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public.(3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)

MUS 224 - Master Chorale

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Singing choral literature
3. Public performance

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public.(3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)
    

MUS 225 - Community Chorale

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Reading choral literature
3. Public performance
    

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public.(3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)

MUS 226 - Chamber Choir

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Singing choral literature
3. Public performance

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public.(3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)

MUS 227 - Women's Chorale

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Singing choral literature
3. Public performance

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public.(3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)

MUS 228 - Gospel Choir

1. Technical skill in singing
2. Reading choral literature
3. Public performance

1. Use standard postures while singing. (1)
2. Articulate (vowel and consonant formation) while singing. (1)
3. Sing assigned voice part while in a group. (2)
4. Perform selected examples of choral literature in public.(3)
5. Model professional stage deportment during public performance. (3)

MUS 231 - Advanced Integrated Theory I

1. The common 7th chords in all inversions
2. Altered non-harmonic tones and chords
3. Borrowed dominants and leading tone chords
4. Altered non-harmonic tones and altered chords in modulation to closely related keys 9th, 11th and 13th chords
5. Neopolitan and Augmented 6th chords
6. Musical form analysis
    

1. Aural identification of above concepts through dictation
2. Analytical techniques for above concepts in chorale and piano styles
3. Keyboard application in chorale and piano styles of above conceptsIdentify the common 7th chords.
4. Identify altered non-harmonic tones and chords.
5. Identify borrowed dominants and leading tone chords.
6. Use modulation using the above concepts.
7. Identify other borrowed chords.
8. Identify 9th, 11th and 13th chords.
9. Identify Neopolitan and augmented 6th chords.
10. Develop form and analysis.
11. Develop vocal interpretation of music through sight singing.

MUS 232 - Advanced Integrated Theory II

1. Contemporary compositional devices and techniques
2. Aural and analytical identification and sight singing of materials employing the above concepts

1. Identify 9th, 11th, and 13th chords.
2. Identify exotic scales.
3. Identify chords of addition and omission.
4. Identify quartal harmonies and planning.
5. Identify contemporary cadences.
6. Identify 12 tone technics.
7. Identify interval sets and other technics.
8. Identify aural and analytical identification of above concepts.
9. Identify vocal chorale style and piano applications of above concept.

MUS 240 - Music Appreciation

1. Elements of music: rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, form
2. Styles of music: folk, popular, jazz, and classical art music
3. Influences within major historic periods (i.e. medieval, renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary)
4. Representative composers and their compositions from the major periods and styles
5. Cultural issues expressed through the production of music in Western societies

1. Apply a designated vocabulary of terms to describe common elements of music. (1) 
2. Use listening skills essential for perception of music by comparing and differentiating numerous musical examples taken from standard music literature. (2-4)
3. Describe the stylistic differences between music of the major historical musical periods of Western culture. (2,3) 
4. Identify music of the folk and popular traditions, and compare these styles with classical art music. (2)
5. Identify and classify major composers of both classical literature and music of the popular traditions. (3,4) 
6. Discuss and analyze the connection between musical aesthetic principles and the cultural and historical context from which musical compositions derive. (3,5)
7. Examine and discuss universal (moral, spiritual, intellectual, and aesthetic) issues expressed through the production of music in Western societies. (3,5)
8. Identify, interpret, evaluate and synthesize stylistic characteristics as they apply to contrasting world views through musical compositions. (2,4,5) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of evaluated writing.

MUS 245 - Music of World Cultures

1. Development of aural (listening skills)
2. Properties of sound and elements of music
3. Classification and methods of producing sound on various instruments
4. Cultural contributions to music from around the world
5. Style characteristics of different ethnic cultures
6. Social, cultural and spiritual value of music in world

1. Recognize and classify cultural and ethnic music examples. (1) 
2. Describe properties of sound. (2)
3. Identify, compare and contrast use of various instruments to achieve characteristic sounds. (3)
4. Research and discuss the value of music in world cultures. (4) 
5. Identify basic patterns of style for specific cultures or historical time periods. (5)
6. Analyze social, cultural, and spiritual environmental factors influencing the development of music in specific cultures. (6) 

1. Employ thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing.

MUS 296 - Internship: Music

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.
     

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

MUS 299 - Independent Study Music

1.  Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance
    

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

NSG 140 - Nursing Theory I

1. Principles of nursing care related to diagnostics, lab values, implications of changes in vital signs
2. Principles of nursing care related to sensory perceptual changes, elimination needs, mobility and immobility and nutrition and hydration
3. Principles of nursing care related to non-pharmacological comfort measures and sleep
4. Principles of nursing care related to  infection control, standard precautions, transmission precautions, skin and wound care.
5. Principles of nursing care related to religious and spiritual influences on health
6. Principles of nursing care related to introduction to perioperative care,  advanced directives, patient advocacy, informed consent, privacy considerations
7. Principles of nursing care related to role of the nurse in the health care team, case management, referrals, interdisciplinary teams, continuity of care & support systems
8. Principles of nursing care related to patient safety including restraints, assistive devices, ergonomic principles, safe handling techniques, hazardous materials, use of medical equipment
9. Principles of nursing care related to use of professional peer reviewed studies, basics of critical thinking, cultural awareness, cultural influences on health and documentation principles.
10. Principles of nursing care related to patient teaching/education

1. Provide beginning level patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of patients, or their designees. (Patient-centered Care)(1-10)
2. Describe their own strengths, limitations, and values in functioning as a member of a team. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-10)
3. Describe evidence-based practice to include the components of research evidence, clinical expertise and patient/family values. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-10)
4. Recognize that nursing students and other health professionals are part of systems of care and care processes that affect outcomes for patients and families. (Quality Improvement)(1-10)
5. Delineate general categories of errors/hazards of care and describe factors that create a culture of safety. (Safety)(1-10)
6. Describe examples of how technology, information management, and methods of documentation are related to the quality and safety of patient care. (Informatics)(1-10)

1. Assignments, Exams, Standardized Exams

NSG 142 - Application of Nursing Theory I

1. Application of basic nursing skills to care for the adult patient in the long term or rehab environment including assessment, medication administration, documentation, and care planning
2. Application of principles of patient centered care in various healthcare settings
3. Application of principles related to safety in various healthcare settings
4. Application of principles related to effective communication in various healthcare settings
5. Application of principles related to teamwork in various healthcare settings
6. Application of principles related to quality improvement in various healthcare settings
7. Application of principles related to evidence based practice in various healthcare settings
8. Application of principles related to Informatics in various healthcare settings

1. Perform a basic holistic assessment of an adult client, able to document findings and complete clinical worksheets, medication administration, and develop basic care plans. (Patient-centered Care)(1-8)
2. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team, peers and faculty. Show awareness of self and effect on others when communicating. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-8)
3. Base individualized care plan on patient values, clinical expertise, and evidence, utilizing the nursing process as a framework for decision making. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-8)
4. Seek information about quality improvement projects in the care setting. (Quality Improvement)(1-8)
5. Demonstrate effective use of strategies to reduce risk of harm to patients, self or others. (Safety)(1-8)
6. Employ communication technologies to coordinate care for patients. (Informatics)(1-8)

1. Healthcare setting observations

NSG 143 - Development of Nursing Practice I

1. Principles of nursing care related to adult assessment
2. Principles of nursing care related to medication administration & dosage calculations
3. Principles of nursing care related to oxygen therapy
4. Principles of nursing care related to Foley catheters
5. Principles of nursing care related to sterile field
6. Principles of nursing care related to wounds
7. Principles of nursing care related to nasogastric tubes

1. Perform holistic assessments: Differentiate types of assessments: Head to Toe assessment and focused assessments. Collection of subjective and objective data. (Patient-centered Care)(1-7)
2. Utilize of the healthcare team to provide safe and effective patient care and appropriate delegation while performing nursing skills. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-7)
3. Apply principles of evidence-based practice when performing and documenting nursing skills. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-7)
4. Demonstrate the need for quality and system improvement when performing nursing skills. (Quality Improvement)(1-7)
5. Perform nursing skills successfully. (Safety)(1-7)
6. Use patient health record for documentation of nursing care. (Informatics)(1-7)

1. Returned demonstration of skills, exams, simulation.

NSG 144 - Mental Health Nursing Theory I

1. Principles of nursing care related to psychiatric/mental health nursing standards of care
2. Principles of nursing care related to psychosocial and mental status assessment
3. Principles of nursing care related to cultural awareness and cultural influences on health care
4. Principles of nursing care related to development of the nurse client relationship
5. Principles of nursing care related to adaptation to stress / coping
6. Principles of nursing care related to self-concept / spirituality / sexuality
7. Principles of nursing care related to developmental theories / transitions
8. Principles of nursing care related to end of life care / grief and loss
9. Principles of nursing care related to legal/ethical aspects related to clients with psychiatric/mental health needs
10. Principles of nursing care related to crisis intervention / suicide
11. Principles of nursing care related to therapeutic environment / milieu management /behavioral management
12. Principles of nursing care related to care of clients with selected mental health needs

1. Identify the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's preferences, values and needs who are experiencing alterations in mental health and wellness. (Patient-centered care)(1-12)
2. Identify community resources for clients and assist in and/or reinforce education to caregivers/family on ways to manage client with behavioral disorders. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1, 10-12)
3. Describe the mental illness care continuum. (Evidence-based Practice)(1, 2)
4. Follow regulation/policy for reporting specific issues (e.g., abuse, neglect, gunshot wound). (Quality Improvement)(10)  
5. Determine data on client's potential for violence to self and others and implement least restrictive restraints or seclusion. (Safety)(2,5,12) 
6. Use Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM - 5) for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of clients with mental illness. (Informatics)(12)

1. Standardized Exam, Exams

NSG 145 - Pharmacology for Nursing I

1. Principles of nursing care related to drug actions
2. Principles of nursing care related to cultural and pharmacogenetic considerations
3. Principles of nursing care related to drug interactions
4. Principles of nursing care related to lifespan (developmental considerations)
5. Principles of nursing care related to interprofessional collaboration
6. Principles of nursing care related to medication administration concepts
7. Principles of nursing care related to dosage calculation

1. Identify the principles related to medication administration that includes the patient as a full partner in providing compassionate, coordinated, age, and culturally appropriate safe and effective medication administration. (Patient-centered Care)(1-7)
2. Describe own strengths, limitations, and values related to functioning effectively within nursing and inter-collaborative teams when providing pharmacologic interventions for patients. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(5)
3. Describe resources used to support safe administration of medications. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-7)
4. Describe strategies and tools to monitor the outcomes of care related to administration of medication in the practice setting related to the pharmacologic care of patients to continuously improve the quality and safety of healthcare systems. (Quality Improvement)(1-7)
5. Relate strategies to minimize the risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance related to the pharmacologic care of patients. (Safety)(1-7)
6. Explain why information and technology skills are necessary to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making when administering medications and providing appropriate patient education. (Informatics)(1,3,5-7) 

1. Standardized exam, exams 

NSG 150 - Nursing Theory II

1. Principles of nursing care related to delegation and supervision
2. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in respiratory function
3. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in fluid and electrolyte balance
4. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in cellular proliferation
5. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in GI
6. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in renal function
7. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in glucose metabolism
8. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in cardiac function
9. Nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in endocrine function

1. Support the patient as a full partner in providing compassionate, coordinated, age, and culturally appropriate care experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Patient-centered Care)(1-9)
2. Interpret own strengths, limitations, and values related to functioning effectively with others when providing nursing interventions for patients experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-9)
3. Incorporate evidence-based practice to include the components of research as it relates to acute and chronic alterations in health. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-9)
4. Interpret data to monitor the outcomes of care processes based upon nursing interventions directed toward the patient experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Quality Improvement)(1-9)
5. Determine strategies that minimize risk of harm to patients experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Safety)(1-9)
6. Support the use of information and technology (IT) when formulating a plan of care for the client experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Informatics)(1-9)

1. Assignments, Standardized exams, Exams 

NSG 152 - Application of Nursing Theory II

Description: Beginning clinical experience requiring the integration of previously learned clinical concepts. Applies therapeutic interventions using the nursing process to adapt patient centered care to meet the needs of diverse clients within the healthcare system. Clinical practicum occurs in well-defined settings and integrates the competencies of nursing practice to include patient centered care, informatics, teamwork and collaboration, safety, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.

Prerequisites: NSG 140 , NSG 142 , NSG 143 , NSG 144 , and NSG 145  

Corequisite: NSG 150 , NSG 153 , NSG 155 , and BIO 205  

Credits: 2
Lecture: 0
Lab: 4

Course Content:

1. Application of beginning nursing skills to care for the adult patient in acute care settings
2. Application of principles related to patient centered care
3. Application of principles related to safety in varied healthcare settings
4. Application of principles related to effective communication in various healthcare settings
5. Application of principles of teamwork in various healthcare settings
6. Application of principles related to quality improvement in various health care settings
7. Application of principles related to evidence based practice in various healthcare settings
8. Application of principles related to informatics in the various healthcare settings

1. Implement application of previous and current nursing principles to care for adult patients within culturally diverse populations. (Patient-centered Care)(1-8)
2. Function competently within own scope of practice as a member of the health care team. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-8)
3. Determine reliable sources for locating evidence reports and clinical practice guidelines. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-8)
4. Explain the importance of variation and measurement in assessing quality of care. (Quality Improvement)(1-8)
5. Demonstrate effective use of strategies to reduce risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance. (Safety)(1-8)
6. Determine use of information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making. (Informatics)(1-8)

1. Healthcare setting observations

NSG 153 - Development of Nursing Practice II

Description: Applies theory that directs nursing skills and the development of nursing practice. Uses the nursing process to apply theory and the implementation of appropriate nursing interventions. Intermediate to advanced nursing skills are developed. 

Prerequisites: NSG 140 , NSG 142 , NSG 143 , NSG 144 , and NSG 145  

Corequisite: NSG 150 , NSG 152 , NSG 155 , and BIO 205  

Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 3

Course Content:

1. Principles of nursing care related to tracheostomy maintenance
2. Principles of nursing care related to chest tube maintenance and oxygen therapy
3. Principles of nursing care related to venipuncture and phlebotomy
4. Principles of nursing care related to initiation and maintenance of intravenous catheter systems
5. Principles of nursing care related to management of central venous access devices
6. Principles of nursing care related to electrocardiogram operation and function

1. Perform holistic assessments including collection of subjective and objective data while performing intermediate to advanced nursing skills. (Patient-centered Care)(1-6)
2. Utilize the healthcare team to provide safe and effective patient care and appropriate delegation while performing nursing skills. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-6)
3. Apply principles of evidence-based practice when performing and documenting nursing skills. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-6)
4. Demonstrate the need for quality and system improvement when performing nursing skills. (Quality Improvement)(1-6)
5. Perform nursing skills successfully. (Safety)(1-6)
6. Use patient health record systems for documentation of care. (Informatics)(1-6)

1. Returned demonstrations of skills, exams, simulations.

NSG 155 - Pharmacology for Nursing II

1. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the nervous system
2. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the cardiovascular and urinary systems
3. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the immune system
4. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the respiratory system
5. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the gastrointestinal system
6. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the endocrine system
7. Nursing care of the client experiencing pharmacological therapy of the integumentary system, eyes, and ears

1. Identify the principles related to pharmacological therapies that includes the patient as a full partner in providing compassionate, coordinated, age, and culturally appropriate care. (Patient-centered Care)(1-7)
2. Describe own strengths, limitations, and values related to functioning effectively within nursing and inter-collaborative teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care related to pharmacological therapies. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(5)
3. Describe evidence-based practice to include the components of research, evidence, clinical expertise, and patient/family values as it relates to pharmacological therapies. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-7)
4. Describe strategies and tools that assist with monitoring the outcomes of pharmacological interventions related to the care of patients to continuously improve the quality and safety of healthcare systems. (Quality Improvement)(1-7)
5. Incorporate strategies to minimize the risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance related to the pharmacologic care of patients. (Safety)(1-7)
6. Explain why information and technology (IT) are necessary to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error and support decision making with regard to pharmacological interventions. (Informatics)(1,3,5-7)

1. Assignments, exams, standardized exams.

NSG 190 - Practical Nursing Transition

1. Safe nursing care for pediatric patients: Developmental/ learning needs; Nutritional aspects of care; Health promotion; Pathophysiology of selected alterations in health; Nursing process; Documentation and reporting 
2. Nursing process for well childbearing patients and their families: Sexuality and reproduction; Normal pregnancy; Intrapartum; Postpartum; Normal newborn; Care of patients with selected perinatal complications 
3. Collaboration within the health care team: Communication; Conflict/negotiation management; Delegation; Participation in discharge planning 
4. Scope of practice and legal/ethical considerations in patient care: Arizona Nurse Practice Act; Standards of practice for the practical and professional nurse; Agency guidelines; Licensure process (application and preparation) for National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) Examination 
5. Nursing care of patients in clinical/lab settings: Pediatric patients with selected alterations in health; Childbearing patients; Childrearing family; 
6. Nursing interventions for care of pediatric and childbearing patients: Clinical skills/procedures; Medication administration; Medication calculations

1. Identify nursing interventions that are relevant for the safe nursing care of pediatric, childbearing patients, and their families. (1,2,5)
2. Describe developmental and learning needs of pediatric, childbearing patients, and their families. (1,5)
3. Describe nursing standards that safeguard the patient's health and well-being within the practical nurse's scope of practice. (4)
4. Describe the role of the practical nurse in the management of a group of patients under the guidance of the registered nurse ​ and collaboration with the healthcare team. (3,4)
5. Perform specific nursing interventions for pediatric, childbearing patients and their families with selected alterations in health. (Patient-centered Care) (6)
6. Demonstrate safe performance of selected clinical skills/procedures. (6)
7. Practice within regulatory, legal, and ethical frameworks of practical nursing. (4)

NSG 240 - Nursing Theory III

1. Nursing care of the client experiencing hematologic disorders
2. Nursing care of the client experiencing musculoskeletal disorders
3. Nursing care of the client experiencing oncologic disorders
4. Nursing care of the client experiencing immunological disorders
5. Nursing care of the client experiencing integumentary disorders
6. Nursing care of the client experiencing disorders of the accessory organs of the GI system
7. Nursing care of the client experiencing disorders of the male/female genital and reproductive organs

1. Analyze the nurse's role in providing compassionate, coordinated, age, and culturally appropriate care for the patient experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Patient-centered Care)(1-7)
2. Differentiate roles and relationships among members of the healthcare team as they relate to providing care for patients experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-7)
3. Analyze evidence-based practices to include components of research as it relates to acute and chronic alterations in health. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-7)
4. Analyze data to monitor the outcomes of care processes based upon nursing interventions directed toward the patient experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Quality Improvement)(1-7)
5. Associate strategies that minimize risk of harm to patients experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Safety)(1-7)
6. Incorporate the use of information and technology when formulating a plan of care for the client experiencing acute and chronic alterations in health. (Informatics)(1-7)

1. Assignments, Standardized Exam, Exams

NSG 242 - Application of Nursing Theory III

Description: An intermediate clinical course with application of theoretical concepts of wellness and illness; emphasis on nursing skills and application of  nursing process in meeting the needs of diverse clients. Clinical practicum occurs in well-defined settings and integrates the competencies of nursing practice to include; patient centered care, professionalism, communication, teamwork and collaboration, safety, quality, informatics and evidence- based practice. Clinical group pre- and post-conference discussions occur with application of theoretical concepts.

Prerequisites: NSG 150 , NSG 152 , NSG 153 , NSG 155 , and BIO 205  

Corequisite: NSG 240 , NSG 250 , and NSG 260  

Credits: 3
Lecture: 0
Lab: 6

Course Content:

1. Application of intermediate nursing skills to care for the adult patient in acute care, obstetric, pediatric and psychiatric environments
2. Application of principles related to patient centered care
3. Application of principles related to safety in varied healthcare settings
4. Application of principles related to effective communication in various healthcare settings
5. Application of principles of teamwork in various healthcare settings
6. Application of principles related to quality improvement in various health care settings
7. Application of principles related to evidence based practice in various healthcare settings
8. Application of principles related to informatics in the various healthcare settings

1. Employ specialized interventions for clients with acute medical/surgical, pediatric, obstetric and psychiatric/mental health needs and problems in a variety of settings. (Patient-centered Care)(1-8)
2. Relate effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient outcomes in a variety of settings. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-8)
3. Examine best current evidence and organizational policy with clinical expertise for delivery of optimal health in a variety of settings. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-8)
4. Utilize data to monitor the outcomes of care processes  to improve the quality and safety of health care systems including psychiatric, obstetric, pediatric and acute care populations. (Quality Improvement)(1-8)
5. Apply strategies to minimize risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance in a variety of health care settings. (Safety)(1-8)
6. Utilize information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making related to mental health, obstetrics, pediatric and acute care populations. (Informatics)(1,2,4,5,8)

1. Healthcare setting observations.

NSG 250 - Maternal/Child Nursing Theory

1. Principles of nursing care related to the childbearing family during preconception, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum for mother and neonate
2. Principles of nursing care related to the childbearing family at risk during preconception, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum for mother and neonate
3. Principles of nursing care related to women's reproductive health issues; fertility, breast, cancer, menopause, and sexually transmitted infections
4. Principles of nursing care related to the growth and development of the child, from infant to adolescence
5. Principles of nursing care related to the child, from infant to adolescence, experiencing alterations in growth and development

1. Apply the nursing process and problem-solving strategies while providing care and promoting health for women, obstetrics, and pediatrics. (Patient-centered Care)(1-5)
2. Describe their own strengths, limitations and values in functioning as a member of a team in women's health, obstetrics, and pediatrics. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-5)
3. Describe evidence-based practice to include the components of research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient/family values for women's health, obstetrics, and pediatrics. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-5)
4. Recognize that nursing students and other health professionals are part of systems of care and care processes that affect outcomes for women's health, obstetrics, and pediatrics. (Quality Improvement)(1-5)
5. Delineate general categories of errors/hazards of care and describe factors that create a culture of safety in women's health, obstetrics, and pediatrics. (Safety)(1-5)
6. Describe examples of how technology and information management, and methods of documentation are related to the quality and safety for women, obstetrics, and pediatrics. (Informatics)(1-5)

1. Assignments, exams, standardized exams.

NSG 260 - Mental Health Nursing Theory II

1. Principles of nursing care related to psychiatric/mental health nursing standards of care, psychosocial and mental status assessment
2. Principles of nursing care related to cultural awareness and cultural influences on health 
3. Principles of nursing care related to the development of the nurse-client relationship and therapeutic communication techniques
4. Principles of nursing care related to management of adaptation to stress/coping  
5. Principles of nursing care related to legal/ethical aspects related to clients with psychiatric/mental health needs and theories/barriers to appropriate therapies
6. Principles of nursing care related to management of therapeutic environment/milieu management /behavioral management
7. Care of clients with selected mental health needs

1. Support the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's preferences, values and needs experiencing alterations in mental health and wellness.  (Patient-centered care)(1-7)
2. Evaluate roles and relationships among members of the healthcare team as they relate to providing care for patients experiencing alterations in mental health and wellness. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-7)
3. Critique evidence-based practices to include components of research as it relates to alterations in mental health and wellness. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-7)
4. Support regulation/policy for reporting at risk patients experiencing alterations in mental health and wellness. (Quality Improvement)(1-7)
5. Evaluate strategies that mitigate risk of harm to patients experiencing alterations in mental health and wellness through both system effectiveness and individual performance. (Safety)(1-7)
6. Support the use of information and technology when formulating a plan of care for the client experiencing alterations in mental health and wellness. (Informatics)(1-7)

1. Assignments, Standardized exam, Exams

NSG 270 - Nursing Theory IV

1. Principles of nursing care of the client experiencing critical alterations: burns
2. Principles of nursing care of the client experiencing hemodynamic alterations: shock
3. Principles of nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in cardiac function: acute myocardial infarction, acute decompensated heart failure
4. Principles of nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in respiratory function: acute respiratory distress syndrome, acute respiratory failure, ventilator management
5. Principles of nursing care of the client experiencing alterations in neurological function: traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, chronic neurological diseases
6. Principles of nursing care of the client experiencing emergent situations: triage and emergency nursing

1. Design a patient centered plan of care that is individualized to the client's values, preferences, and needs for clients with critical alterations (hemodynamic, cardiac, respiratory, neurological). (Patient-centered Care)(1-6)
2. Appraise the role of all team members to work collaboratively and communicate effectively to ensure positive patient outcomes for clients with critical alterations. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-6)
3. Use evidence-based theoretical knowledge to guide nursing interventions for clients with critical alterations (hemodynamic, cardiac, respiratory, neurological). (Evidence-based Practice)(1-6)
4. Prepare a root cause analysis to evaluate the influence of human factors in identifying sepsis and its related complications for clients with hemodynamic alterations. (Quality Improvement)(2)
5. Apply principles of triage to minimize risk of harm to patients through use of standardized practices. (Safety)(1-6)
6. Identify relevant assessment data and recognize trends for clients with critical alterations (hemodynamic, cardiac, respiratory, neurological). (Informatics)(1-6)

1. Assignments, exams, standardized exams.

NSG 272 - Application of Nursing Theory IV

1. Preceptorship preparation and hospital orientation
2. Synthesis of theory content to selected patients during a capstone clinical practicum to facilitate transition to practice
3. Application of advanced nursing skills to care for a variety of clients in acute care settings (i.e. critical care, emergency department, labor and delivery, pediatrics, medical/surgical, telemetry)
4. Nursing care of the client experiencing actual or potential alterations in fluid and electrolytes, acid-base balance, shock, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological function in a variety of clinical settings
5. Application of principles of patient centered care, teamwork and collaboration, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, safety, and informatics in a variety of clinical settings
6. Preparation for NCLEX-RN Licensure Exam through completion of capstone clinical experience and participation in an NCLEX review course

1. Integrate the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care in a variety of clinical locations during preceptorship based on respect for patient's preferences, values, and needs. (Patient-centered Care)(2-6)
2. Collaborate with preceptor and inter-professional teams with open, respectful communication to participate in shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-6)
3. Analyze the strength and relevance of evidence related to current clinical practice guidelines and best practice in preparation of a poster board presentation. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-6)
4. Discover how the role of the nurse influences outcomes for patients and families while reflecting on methods to improve personal practice. (Quality Improvement)(1-6)
5. Explore human factors and other basic safety principles as well as commonly used unsafe practices (i.e. work arounds) to minimize the risk of harm to patients. (Safety)(1-6)
6. Evaluate the use of the electronic health record as a means of information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making. (Informatics)(1-6)

1. Healthcare setting observations, assignments, clinical evaluation tool

NSG 280 - Professional Nursing Concepts

1. Principles of nursing care related to attributes and roles of a professional nurse (professionalism, clinical judgment, leadership, ethics, patient education, and health promotion).
2. Principles of nursing care related to care competencies (communication, collaboration, safety, technology and informatics, evidence, and health care quality).
3. Principles of nursing care related to health care delivery (care coordination, caregiving, and palliation).
4. Principles of nursing care related to health care infrastructures (health care organizations, health care economics, health policy, and health care law).

1. Analyze challenges facing healthcare that impact the delivery of nursing care. Contrast legal, political, regulatory, and economic factors that influence the delivery of patient care. (Patient-centered Care)(1-4)
2. Differentiate the influences of healthcare agencies and professional organizations on nursing practice through incorporating the principles of leadership and management (supervision, delegation, and coordination) in providing nursing care. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-4)
3. Incorporate the use of nursing research and evidence-based practice into nursing care. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-4)
4. Examine nursing and other healthcare professions as component parts of care systems and care processes that affect outcomes for patient and families. (Quality Improvement)(1-4)
5. Use national patient safety resources to increase professional development and to focus attention on safety across care settings. (Safety)(1-4)
6. Employ communication technologies to coordinate patient care. (Informatics)(1-4)

NSG 296 - Internship: Nursing

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

NSG 299 - Independent Study Nursing

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance
    

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

NSG 310 - Transition and Concepts of Professional Nursing

1. Evolution of nursing practice
2. Framework for developing and managing practice
3. Legal and ethical practice
4. Evidence-based practice
5. Evolving healthcare environment: organizational and leadership theories
6. Safety and quality practice
7. Future of professional nursing

1. Analyze the progression of the nursing discipline along the continuum from an occupation to a profession. (1, 5)
2. Evaluate the challenges posed by the IOM Reports The Future of Nursing. (1, 6)
3. Assess the significance of nursing theories for the development and implementation of evidence-based practice. (2,4)
4. Evaluate the role of the nursing profession within the evolving health care environment. (5, 7)
5. Analyze the legal and ethical issues influencing nursing practice. (3)
6. Appraise the role of the professional nurse in influencing the future of health care. (7)

NSG 320 - Nursing Practice in a Multicultural Society

1. Cultural competence in healthcare
2. Cultural considerations at beginning and end of life, mental health and pain management practice
3. Cultural care framework
4. Cross cultural communication; working with interpreters
5. Caring for diverse populations
6. Health equity in diverse populations: indigenous, sexual and gender diversity, immigrant and refugee health
7. Healing systems and traditions

1. Analyze the terms culture, cultural competence, cultural safety, cultural imposition, diversity, ethnicity, ethnocentrism, health equity, and worldview.  (1,6)
2. Compare major views related to culture and diversity and their effect on incorporating culture into health care. (5)
3. Assess how cultural sensitivity, cultural knowledge, and cultural resources work together to cultivate cultural competence in health care.  (1,3)
4. Analyze the strategies of cultural care preservation, cultural care accommodation and negotiation, and cultural care reframing and how they can be used to bridge the gap across cultures. (3,7)
5. Demonstrate practical skills for improving verbal interaction with patients at various levels of health literacy and how these affect a patient's communication, comprehension, and basic understanding of health. (2,4)
6. Analyze culturally safe communication and the decision-making process among patients, families, and health care providers to improve childbirth experiences. (2,4)
7. Articulate how culture, language, and context effect attitudes and beliefs of healthcare providers and patients related to death and dying. (2)
8. Evaluate how culture impacts a patient's point of view related to diagnosis and treatment of mental health and mental illness. (2)
9. Propose strategies to promote health equity and improve individual and population health. (6)

NSG 330 - Advanced Assessment and Health Promotion

1. Health promotion: vulnerable populations, individual, family and global health
2. Therapeutic relationships
3. Health education: Screening, promotion, nutrition, physical activity
4. Stress management
5. Complimentary, integrative and alternative strategies

1. Analyze historical concepts related to cultural factors of health and explain their impact on patients. (1, 3, 5)
2. Identify risk factors of dysfunctional health patterns and create strategies to promote therapeutic relationships with diverse populations. (1-4)
3. Assess families and communities throughout the lifespan and discuss the process and implementation of evidence to improve health promotion. (1, 3)
4. Explain how concepts of teaching and learning impact discussions of health screenings and their role in health promotion and prevention. (1, 3)
5. Explain the importance of nutrition counseling and physical activity across the lifespan. (3)
6. Evaluate how stress affects a patient, psychosocial, social, spiritual, and behavioral health. (4)
7. Examine the concepts of complementary health therapies and the role of the nurse related to alternative treatment. (5)
8. Analyze the implications that communicable diseases have on patients and communities. (1, 3)

NSG 340 - Nursing Informatics

1. Nursing informatics concepts: Foundational and specialty
2. Clinical informatics: Electronic health record, flexibility in safety and healthcare collaboration
3. Ethics and security of information
4. Population based informatics
5. Research implications in informatics
6. Evolution of nursing informatics related to consumer information and health education

1. Interpret how information systems are used to generate knowledge. (1)
2. Assess the evolving roles, scope, and competencies of nursing informatics professional practice. (1)
3. Analyze the use of varied data sources to support nursing practice, clinical decision-making, and positive patient outcomes. (2,4)
4. Examine the influence of information technology on healthcare communication, collaboration, and information exchange. (2,5)
5. Analyze the legal and ethical implications of nursing informatics. (3,5)
6. Compare challenges and opportunities for nursing informatics. (5,6)

NSG 350 - Nursing Research and Evidence Translation

1. Nursing research concepts
2. Ethics in research: human subjects, informed consent
3. Research methodology: quantitative, qualitative
4. Research components: PICOT
5. Critical appraisal of research literature
6. Evidence-based practice project
7. Translating evidence to practice 

1. Compare and contrast the purposes and methods of quantitative research, qualitative research, evidence-based practice, and innovation articles.  (1-3)
2. Evaluate competency in finding and reading research/inquiry articles from peer-reviewed journals. (3,5)
3. Conduct a critical appraisal of literature that demonstrates an understanding of quantitative and qualitative research. (3,5)
4. Collaborate with colleagues in the use of an evidence-based practice model. (6)
5. Create clinical practice questions using PICO(T) that focuses on a clinical issue to improve the quality of care. (4)
6. Disseminate the process used for the application of the evidence-based practice model. (7)

NSG 410 - Issues in Professional Practice

1. Patient/Person centered care
2. Safety and quality standards
3. Economics in Healthcare: finance, reimbursement, for-profit, non-profit
4. Health policy and advocacy
5. Concepts of power, empowerment, incivility
6. Healthcare disparities: community and vulnerable populations
7. Health literacy and health outcomes

1. Analyze nursing's role in improving local, national, and global health. (1,2,7)
2. Examine the role of the professional nurse in advocating for access to quality care. (2,4,6)
3. Assess the role of professional organizations in shaping the future of nursing practice. (2,5)
4. Appraise the influence of external stakeholders impacting health care decision making. (3)
5. Analyze the role of the professional nurse in advocating for health policies that influence health literacy and decrease health care disparities. (1,4,6,7)
6. Assess a current economic, political or social issue and design opportunities for health improvement. (1,4,6)

NSG 420 - Population-Based Nursing in the Community

1. Public versus population health: access, trends, barriers
2. Factors influencing environmental health: community assessment, evaluation
3. Concepts of epidemiology, disease prevention, and infection control
4. Nursing roles: case management, disaster management
5. Vulnerable populations: migrants, homeless
6. Community Health: surveillance, education, roles

1. Evaluate the evolving roles of the nurse in community settings. (1,4)
2. Analyze the influence of culture, socioeconomic status, environment, healthcare policy and legislation on the health of the community. (5,6)
3. Compare and contrast the appropriate primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies in working with vulnerable or at-risk populations. (3,5)
4. Manage basic principles of epidemiology to community health nursing practice. (3)
5. Relate the nursing process to the community. (4,6)
6. Assess population health needs based on data from a community assessment. (2)
7. Utilize research findings and evidence-based practices in planning health education for a select population. (5,6)
8. Create a teaching plan to address a learning need for a vulnerable population. (5)

NSG 430 - Aging and End of Life

1. Transitions of care across the lifespan: social engagement, primary prevention strategies, healthy aging
2. Cultural and economic influences on aging
3. Health promotion strategies for cognitive health and therapeutic communication
4. Care of the aging patient: ethical and safety considerations
5. Care of the patient with chronic illness during aging (role changes)
6. End of life care: assess and prioritize needs, grief experiences 

1. Assess the implications of an aging population for professional nursing practice. (1,2)
2. Analyze the influence of culture and socioeconomic status on the quality and availability of health care for aging clients across the health-wellness continuum. (2,4)
3. Formulate health-promotion strategies to maximize functional capacity for aging clients across the health-wellness continuum. (3,5)
4. Analyze the role of ethics in the care of aging clients across the health-wellness continuum. (4)
5. Manage healthy relationships, roles, and life transitions for aging clients across the health-wellness continuum. (1,3,5,6)
6. Advocate for quality health care for aging clients experiencing health alterations or life transitions. (1,4-6) 

NSG 440 - Global Health: Ethics and Human Rights

1. Ethical principles, theory, and decision making
2. Values development and clarification
3. Legal issues: professional relationships, technology, self-determination, academia
4. Global issues: health policy, economic, social, gender, transcultural, and spiritual
5. Empowerment: personal, professional, patient 

1. Analyze the impact of social, philosophical, and historical elements have influenced the evolution of professional nursing ethics. (1,5)
2. Differentiate between ethics and law, discuss the relationship of each to the other. (1,3)
3. Assess issues related to professional relationships and strategies that nurses can use to resolve conflict. (1,2,5)
4. Evaluate the impact of legal issues of technology on nursing and healthcare. (3)
5. Examine the role of nurses related to practice issues and patient self-determination. (3)
6. Analyze scholarship issues encountered by nurses in academia and clinical settings. (3)
7. Examine the role and ethical responsibility of professional nurses in addressing local, nationwide, and international environmental issues (1,4) 
8. Explore the health policy process and the role of ethics in policy making. (3,4)
9. Articulate how ethics relates to social, gender, transcultural and spiritual issues. (1,4)

NSG 450 - Nursing Leadership

1. Quality improvement project: processes, SWOT analysis, design, implementation, evaluation
2. Concepts of leadership vs. management
3. Effective leaders: characteristics, attitudes, values
4. How to be a change agent, innovator, visionary, and strategic thinker
5. Leading people through coaching, mentoring, empowering and engaging
6. Interprofessional leadership through governance and organizational structure

1. Analyze leadership as a strategy to improve patient safety and quality outcomes. (1,4-6)
2. Differentiate between leadership and management. (2)
3. Analyze leadership qualities and strategies needed to lead people, change and organizations. (3-5)
4. Assess the role of the nurse leader in creating and sustaining healthy work environments. (5,6)
5. Articulate the roles of the nurse leader as an innovator and change agent. (4)
6. Develop and implement a quality improvement project in a clinical setting. (1)

NTR 135 - Human Nutrition

Description: Principles of human nutrition including nutrient sources and physiological needs throughout the life cycle. Emphasis on role of nutrition in health and disease.

Prerequisites: Reading Proficiency.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Course Content:

1. Nutrition and food and their relation to health
2. Food Nutrients
3. Energy metabolism
4. Digestion, absorption and metabolism
5. Ecology of food
6. Nutrition and the life cycle
7. Diet in disease

 
Learning Outcomes:

1. Evaluate nutritional value of food consumed. (1-7)
2. Identify the roles of different nutrients in normal metabolism, anatomy, and physiology. (1-7)
3. Identify abnormal conditions arising from under-or over-consumption of nutrients. (1,3,6-7)
4. Critically analyze the quality of a personal diet. (1-7)
5. Evaluate the validity, reliability, and usefulness of current nutrition information provided in the popular media and scientific literature. (1-7)
6. Communicate effective nutritional information to others. (1-7)

NTR 145 - Food and Culture

1. Food, culture, cultural food models, and food systems in US and around the world
2. Traditional and contemporary health beliefs, attitudes and practices of diverse cultures
3. Europe: Early Roots of our American Cuisine
4. Heritage from Sub-Saharan Africa
5. Food Treasures from the Orient and the Pacific
6. People of the Balkans and Middle East
7. The Americas and international influences on Regional American cuisines
8. Agricultural practices, history, environment, policy, economics and society
9. Behavioral, demographic and socio-cultural factors that influence food habits, identity and health status
10. Social and behavioral science theories in public health, components of cultural competence, beliefs and behaviors regarding food and changing diet

1. Identify local food sources for obtaining culturally distinct ingredients. (1, 3 - 7)
2. Describe diverse diets, food, and eating behaviors of various groups from around the world and their culinary contributions to American cuisine. (1-10)
3. Explain dietary patterns from a cultural perspective, including influences impacting traditional ingredients, food choices, food preparation and food service. (1, 2, 8, 9)
4. Differentiate social, religious, political and historical factors that influence food patterns, globalization of food and structure the health of populations and individuals. (1 - 10)
5. Compare and contrast a variety of educational resources describing customs, beliefs and attitudes influencing diet, health and therapeutic uses of food within specific cultures. (1, 2, 9, 10)
6. Recognize social determinants, forms of acculturation and regional health disparities affecting nutritional intake leading to deficiencies, incidence of illness and death of specific cultural groups. (1, 2, 8, 9, 10)
7. Evaluate local, regional, and global impact of high-input industrial and low-input sustainable agricultural production and geographic factors that have altered communities, cultures, public health, and food safety. (1, 8, 9)
8. Classify specialized equipment, utensils, ingredients, and core foods in specific cultural groups. (1- 7, 9)
9. Develop menus representing various cultures from around the world. (1-10)
10. Integrate theory based approach, cultural competence and culturally appropriate ingredients in the promotion of nutritional wellness within and across cultures. (1-10)
11. Discuss personal customs, attitudes, and beliefs affecting personal relationship with food and ones role in creating change concerning a global food issue. (1 - 10)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.

NTR 296 - Internship: Human Nutrition

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Calculate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

NTR 299 - Independent Study Human Nutrition

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

LAW 100 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies

1. Describe the American judicial system and the responsibilities of the various court systems.
2. Distinguish between civil and criminal litigation, and describe the stages of litigation.
3. Describe and explain basic concepts of law.
4. Apply legal analysis to the briefing of cases and problem solving.
5. Define the issues of the paralegal profession, and discuss professional development and job search strategies.
6. Apply principles of ethics and professional responsibility to specific scenarios.

LAW 102 - Legal Computer Applications

1. Computer hardware and software; concepts of law office management
2. Software programs for law office management including computer research, e-mail, and application of general office management software to the legal environment
3. WESTLAW and Internet research
4. Complex legal documents
5. The law office and law practice of the 21st century
6. Ethical considerations and basic law office practice concepts
7. Electronic presentation software
8. Software programs for time and billing, calendaring and docket control, case management, document management, litigation support, general office management, and computer research tools, Westlaw, and internet research

1. Explain the use of technology in the practice of law and in the management of the law office. (1-5,7)
2. Identify a variety of computer tools available to assist the legal professional in the performance of daily tasks. (1-3,5,7)
3. Identify, explain and prepare research strategies in the use of WESTLAW and Internet research. (3)
4. Describe the application of general office management software packages to the legal environment (e.g., word processing, database management, spreadsheets, and presentation software) and prepare complex legal documents. (2,4,7)
5. Use legal software applications packages: standard Internet browser to conduct Internet research; WESTLAW and other legal specific software; general office management software. (2-5,7)
6. Find, evaluate and summarize new and emerging software and hardware technologies for the law office. (2,3,5)
7. Identify and explain ethical concerns relating to technology and the practice of law. (6)
8. Design an electronic slideshow using presentation software. (7)
9. Manage information by applying legal software applications packages to law office situations, which may include: Timeslips or Verdict software; Amicus Attorney or Abacus software; Summation Blaze, InData, Trial Director, or DiscoverFY software; PCLaw; and other legal-specific software as appropriate and available. (8)

LAW 103 - Ethics and the Law

1. Morality, ethics and human behavior
2. Origins and concept of justice
3. Law and the individual
4. Codes of ethics and rules of professional responsibility
5. Regulation of lawyers and non-lawyers
6. Ethical dilemmas and methods for researching answers to ethical dilemmas
7. Professionalism and unauthorized practice of law
8. Fundamentals of critical thinking

1. Define morality, ethics and human behavior. (1)
2. Describe the intersection of law, standards of morality, ethics and society. (1-3)
3. Identify ethical and justice theories and explain their historical origins. (3)
4. Explain the purpose of codes and ethics. (4)
5. Identify state and national codes of ethics and rules of professional responsibility. (4)
6. Delineate regulations pertaining to lawyers and non-lawyers. (5)
7. Describe ethical dilemmas facing lawyers and paralegals. (4, 5)
8. Research answers to ethical dilemmas. (5, 6)
9. Identify best practices representing professionalism. (7)
10. Analyze statutes and rules relating to the unauthorized practice of law. (7)
11. Describe and model the fundamental concepts of critical thinking, including the barriers to critical thought and the recognition that closure is not always achieved in intellectual discourse. (8)

LAW 104 - Wills, Trusts and Probate

1. Terminology, definitions, and law associated with wills, trusts, estate administration
2. Wills and trusts
3. Estate administration
4. Personal representatives, fiduciaries and trustees
5. Arizona probate law

1. Apply the law regarding will and trust drafting. (1,2)
2. Identify the laws of intestate succession. (3)
3. Identify the basic functions of the participants in estate administration. (3)
4. Prepare the pleadings for an informal probate. (3)
5. Compare the responsibilities and liabilities of personal representatives, fiduciaries and trustees. (4)
6. Identify the required pleadings in a formal probate. (5)

LAW 107 - Law Office Management

1. The field of law office management, standard office practices, time management and professionalism
2. Filing systems
3. Records management, classification, storage, retention, transfer and retrieval
4. Law office letters, memos, reports, table and legal documents
5. Filing legal documents with the courts
6. Timekeeping and billing
7. Calendaring and docket control
8. Confidentiality
9. Harvard Law Review Association Bluebook uniform system of legal citations

1. Employ principles of law office communication, time management, multi-tasking and initiative. (1)
2. Use filing systems as they pertain to the law office. (2)
3. Use paper and paperless techniques to create, store, retrieve, retain and dispose of law office records. (3)
4. Use equipment and supplies for various records systems. (3)
5. Create law office letters, memos, reports, tables and legal documents. (4)
6. File legal documents with the courts. (5)
7. Carry out the mechanics of timekeeping and billing. (6)
8. Manage calendars and perform docket control procedures. (7)
9. Maintain law office confidentiality. (8)
10. Use the Harvard Law Review Association Bluebook uniform system of legal citations. (9)

LAW 202 - Real Estate Law

1. Introduction to law and legal systems
2. Land/property and related concerns
3. Estates in land and ways of holding title
4. Encumbrances
5. Conveyances
6. Legal descriptions
7. Leases
8. Contracts
9. Title defects and resolutions
10. Mortgages and deeds of trust

1. Use the terminology that applies to real estate law. (1,2,6)
2. Describe ways of holding title, encumbrances and conveyances. (3-5)
3. Draft real estate documents for a transfer of real property. (7-10)
4. Identify title defects and resolutions. (9)
5. Develop a real estate notebook to aid in undertaking a real estate transaction. (6-10)
6. Analyze legal concepts and apply them to a real estate transaction. (2,6)
7. Analyze how real estate law impacts other areas of law. (1,2)

LAW 203 - Family Law

1. Legal terminology
2. Dissolution of marriage pleadings and procedure
3. Divorce process, statutes and forms applicable to dissolution of marriage
4. Annulment
5. Spousal support
6. Child custody, visitation and parenting time; child support and support calculations
7. Community property settlement
8. Adoption, termination of parent/child relationship, guardianship, conservatorship
9. Family Crimes
10. Family health/welfare issues
11. Children: delinquency and dependency proceedings

1. Define and use legal terminology related to domestic relations and family law. (1)
2. Conduct initial client interviews. (3)
3. Prepare dissolution pleadings from petition through decree. (1-3)
4. Explain the procedural process of a dissolution from filing to judgement. (2)
5. Differentiate between legal separation, dissolution and annulment. (4-6)
6. Distinguish between community property and separate property. (1,7)
7. Draft forms relating to conservatorship, guardianship, adoption and parental terminations, health care and powers of attorney. (1,8,10)
8. Relate the role, activities, and process of state in family and family relationships. (9-11)

LAW 204 - Business Organizations

1. Corporate law
2. Partnerships, limited partnerships, LLCs
3. Uniform Partnership Act, Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act
4. Sole proprietorships
5. Agency law
6. Ethical concerns
7. Drafting sample corporate organizational documents

1. Apply business organization information and legalities. (1-5)
2. Analyze cases, statutes and uniform acts incorporate, partnership, LLC, sole proprietorship, and other business organizational structures. (1-5)
3. Identify concepts of agency law. (5)
4. Identify and explain ethical concerns relating to different business organizational structures. (6)
5. Draft sample corporate organizational documents. (7)

LAW 205 - Contracts

1. Contract case and statutory law
2. Contract terminology
3. Drafting techniques
4. Parole evidence rule
5. Statute of frauds
6. Uniform Commercial Code as it relates to sales, negotiable instruments and banking
7. Ethical considerations

1. Explain and apply the basics of contract formation, execution, breach and remedies. (1-6)
2. Define contract terminology. (2)
3. Explain the parole evidence rule and statute of frauds. (4,5)
4. Analyze cases in contract law. (1)
5. Describe the functions of the Uniform Commercial Code in the areas of sales, negotiable instruments and banking. (6)
6. Identify and explain ethical concerns relating to contract law. (7)
7. Draft sample agreements. (3)

LAW 217 - Legal Research & Writing I

1. Grammar and sentence structure
2. Role of the paralegal in conducting legal research
3. Techniques of legal research
4. Statutes, digests, reporters, legal periodicals, and other sources
5. Facts and issues in legal analysis
6. Blue Book and/or ALWD citation form
7. Legal analysis and writing
8. Writing legal memoranda
9. Ethical concerns in legal research and writing

1. Identify parts of a sentence and use correct grammar in legal writing. (1,8)
2. Describe the role of the paralegal in conducting legal research and in legal writing. (2)
3. Research the law using appropriate legal resources and techniques. (3,4)
4. Locate federal, state and local statutes, ordinances, acts, and cases. (3,4)
5. Summarize, outline and explain the relevant facts and legal issues involved in a legal problem. (5)
6. Cite cases using Blue Book and/or ALWD citation form. (6)
7. Apply legal analysis in the writing process. (7,8)
8. Write legal memoranda. (8)
9. Identify and explain ethical concerns relating to legal research and writing. (9)

LAW 218 - Legal Research and Writing II

1. Legal research
2. Federal, state and local statutes, ordinances, acts, court rules and case law
3. Blue Book and/or ALWD citation form
4. Research analysis and writing strategy
5. Complex legal documents
6. Computer-assisted legal research
7. Ethical concerns relating to legal research and writing

1. Locate and apply federal, state and local statutes, ordinances and acts, court rules, and case law in the preparation of complex legal documents. (1,2,4-6)
2. Summarize and explain relevant facts and legal issues involved in complex legal problems. (4,5)
3. Cite relevant authority using Blue Book and/or ALWD citation form. (3)
4. Apply research analysis and develop strategies in the legal writing process. (1,2,4-6)
5. Draft complex legal documents. (1-6)
6. Use computer-assisted legal research. (6)
7. Identify and explain ethical concerns relating to legal research and writing. (7)

LAW 220 - Civil Procedure I

1. Courts and court systems
2. Jurisdiction and venue
3. Parties to the actions
4. Client and witness interviewing
5. File organization and document control
6. Demand letters and settlement
7. Preparation of pleadings including complaints, summons, certificates, answers and disclosure statements
8. Elements of basic negligence actions including duty, breach, causation, damages, defenses, comparative negligence, and immunities
9. Terminology

1. Outline the litigation process from client interview through the pleading stage. (1-7)
2. Interview clients and witnesses. (4)
3. Draft basic litigation documents. (7)
4. Describe the role of the paralegal in the litigation process. (1-7)
5. Define legal terminology related to personal injury litigation. (9)
6. Describe the key components of Arizona law related to personal injury litigation. (8)

LAW 221 - Civil Procedure II

1. Preparation of discovery and pretrial documents including interrogatories, requests for admission and subpoenas
2. Depositions
3. Summary judgments
4. Arbitration
5. Pretrial motions
6. Preparation of witnesses
7. Trial procedures including jury selection, courtroom observations, trial notebooks, note taking, daily trial recapitulation, demonstrative exhibit, and witnesses
8. Post-trial and appellate procedures
9. Torts including abuse of process, product liability, slander/libel, employment torts, malpractice, fraud/misrepresentation, and emotional distress
10. Terminology

1. Outline the litigation process from pleading state through post trial. (1-8, 10)
2. Prepare a trial notebook. (1-8)
3. Apply the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure. (1-8)
4. Assist in the process of witness preparation. (6)
5. Draft discovery and trial pleadings. (1)
6. Describe the role of the paralegal in the litigation process. (1-7, 10)
7. Identify elements of different tort causes for action. (9, 10)

LAW 230 - Administrative Law

1. Administrative agencies and functions in Arizona
2. General Administrative Law
3. Sources of administrative regulations in Arizona
4. Sources of Administrative adjudications in Arizona
5. Hearing and case proceedings in select Administrative agencies in Arizona

1. Discuss Administrative agencies and functions in Arizona. (1)
2. Discuss general Administrative Law. (2)
3. Locate and apply sources of administrative regulations in Arizona. (3)
4. Locate and apply sources of Administrative adjudications in Arizona. (4)
5. Summarize key aspects of hearing and case proceedings in select administrative agencies in Arizona. (5)

LAW 232 - Evidence

1. Arizona Rules of Evidence
2. Supplemental Federal Rules of Evidence, where different
3. Foundation and admissibility
4. Common objections, including hearsay
5. Fact witness and expert testimony
6. Circumstantial and direct evidence
7. Different standards of proof between criminal and civil cases

1. Discuss the Arizona Rules of Evidence. (1)
2. Discuss the Federal Rules of Evidence, where they differ from the Arizona Rules. (2)
3. Explain rules of admissibility and foundation. (3)
4. Identify common objections, including hearsay. (4)
5. Identify difference between fact witnesses and expert witnesses. (5)
6. Analyze the difference between circumstantial and direct evidence. (6)
7. Discuss the different standards of proof between criminal and civil cases. (7)

LAW 291 - Trial Advocacy

1. Representing clients in criminal court
2. Representing clients in civil court
3. Direct and cross examination of witnesses
4. Introduction of exhibits in both civil and criminal cases
5. Impeachment of witnesses
6. Opening statements
7. Closing arguments

1. Apply fundamental skills required to represent clients in criminal court. (1)
2. Apply fundamental skills required to represent clients in civil court. (2)
3. Perform direct and cross examination of witnesses. (3)
4. Introduce exhibits in both civil and criminal cases. (4)
5. Apply techniques of impeachment of witnesses. (5)
6. Perform an Opening statement. (6)
7. Perform a Closing argument. (7)

LAW 293 - Legal Paraprofessional

1. Rules of licensure and examination/experiential requirements of the Legal Paraprofessional designation
2. Family Law Endorsement
3. Civil Practice Endorsement 
4. Criminal Law Endorsement
5. Administrative Law Endorsement
6. Legal Paraprofessional Examination requirements

1. Describe the rules of licensure and examination/experiential requirements of the Legal Paraprofessional designation. (1)
2. Analyze the Family Law Endorsement requirements. (2) 
3. Analyze the Civil Practice Endorsement requirements. (3) 
4. Analyze the Criminal Law Endorsement requirements. (4)
5. Analyze the Administrative Law Endorsement requirements. (5)
6. Discuss Legal Paraprofessional Examination requirements. (6)

LAW 296 - Internship: Paralegal Studies

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

LAW 297 - Substantive Law-Related Apprenticeship

1. Substantive legal-related employment/supervision by a practicing Arizona Attorney either in a law firm or governmental agency
2. Legal work will involve one or more of the endorsements allowed for a Legal Paraprofessional, including Family Law, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, and Administrative Law
3. The practice of law as conducted in a law firm or governmental agency
4. Final certification of completion by supervising attorney

1. Complete one year of employment/supervision with a practicing Arizona attorney. (1,3)
2. Interview witnesses and interact with clients, conduct investigative work, manage cases, conduct legal research, draft legal pleadings, prepare legal documents and apply legal procedures in areas of one or more of the endorsements allowed for a Legal Paraprofessional, including Family Law, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, and Administrative Law. (2,3)
3. Apply knowledge of how the practice of law is conducted in a law firm or governmental agency. (3)
4. Obtain certification of completion by supervising attorney. (4)

LAW 298 - Special Legal Topics

1. Substantive law on the special legal topic
2. Role of paralegal in the specialized legal area
3. Pleadings, correspondence, documents in the specialized legal area
4. Research analysis of critical issues in the specialized legal area

1. Identify the legal sources regarding the special legal topic. (1)
2. Identify the duties required of a paralegal in the specialized legal area. (2)
3. Analyze and apply current case law to the specialized legal area in pleadings and legal memoranda. (3)
4. Conduct legal and factual research in the legal specialty area. (4)

LAW 299 - Independent Study Paralegal Studies

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

1. The major fields of philosophy
2. The value of philosophy
3. Major historical developments and figures in philosophy
4. Logic and critical thinking
5. Metaphysics and the nature of reality
6. Epistemology and the nature of knowledge
7. Ethics and the nature of morality

1. Explain philosophical terms and concepts. (1-7)
2. Identify the major philosophical fields and questions. (1,3-7)
3. Distinguish the major philosophical positions. (1,3-7)
4. Explain the impact philosophy has had on other disciplines. (1-7)
5. Analyze philosophical arguments. (1-7)
6. Assess popular and personal beliefs. (1, 2)

PHI 103 - Introduction to Formal Logic

1. Nature and history of logic
2. Categorical propositions
3. Categorical syllogisms
4. Propositional logic
5. Argument identification and translation
6. Truth tables
7. Natural deduction

1. Describe core elements of logic. (1)
2. Identify problems with ordinary language. (5)  
3. Analyze arguments. (2-7)
4. Identify formal fallacies. (2-6)
5. Translate ordinary language statements into formal statements. (5)
6. Evaluate truth-values for complex formal statements. (1-6)
7. Evaluate validity for deductive arguments.(6, 7)