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MUS 347 - Literature and History of Music I
2-0-2
The history of Western music from early Greek and Hebrew music through the Renaissance with an effort to pinpoint divergent idioms.
PR: MUS 101 -MUS 102 .
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MUS 348 I - Literature and History of Music II
3-0-3
The history of Western music from the beginning of the baroque period through the Classic period.
PR: MUS 102 and RHW 102 , or CI.
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MUS 349 I - Literature and History of Music III
3-0-3
The history of western music from the beginning of the Romantic period to the present day.
PR: MUS 102 and RHW 102 , or CI.
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MUS 351 - Applied Music Lesson
1-0-2
Applied lesson in woodwind, brass, percussion, piano, strings, and voice. One-hour lesson per week with independent practice hours each week. Junior level lesson may be repeated once. Music fee. Required for music major.
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MUS 390 - The Music Industry
2-0-2
Overview of the music industry regarding arts business and concert management, sales and promotion, professional associations and organizations, publishing, instrument manufacturing, recording industry, legal and financial services, retailing and wholesaling. Includes field trips.
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MUS 402 - Music Education
2-0-2
Materials and basic philosophy of the aims of music education in the early childhood, middle-grades, junior- and senior-high school music programs. Instructional management for clinical practice.
PR: Admittance to Teacher Education Program .
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MUS 403 - Vocal Pedagogy
3-0-3
The course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through the college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of vocal music.
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MUS 404 - Brass Pedagogy
3-0-3
The course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through the college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of brass instruments.
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MUS 405 - Percussion Pedagogy
The course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through the college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of percussion instruments.
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MUS 406 - String Pedagogy
3-0-3
The course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through the college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of string instruments.
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MUS 407 - Woodwind Pedagogy
3-0-3
The course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through the college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of woodwind instruments.
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MUS 422 - Instrumental Literature
3-0-3 or 2-0-2
Instrumental literature, from Baroque to the present. Music for public school wind and orchestral ensembles will be heard, discussed and analyzed. Field experience is required for music education majors. (Last update: 10/13/16)
PR: MUS 202 ; Music Education majors: Admittance to the Teacher Education Program.
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MUS 423 - Elementary Music Methods and Curriculum
3-0-3
Explores methods and strategies of teaching general music in the elementary school classroom. Other topics include how to teach children to sing properly, how to teach musical concepts and basic skills such as sight-reading and active listening, and how to incoporate technology into the elementary music classroom. Field experience required.
PR: Admittance to the Teacher Education Program.
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MUS 424 - Secondary Instrumental Music Methods and Curriculum
3-0-3
Comprehensive study in methods of teaching instrumental music for the middle and high school. Considerable emphasis will be on philosophy, objectives and teaching techniques of the various instrumental ensembles. Field experience required.
PR: MUS 202 , Admittance to the Teacher Education Program.
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MUS 425 - Secondary Choral Music Methods and Curriculum
3-0-3
Comprehensive study in methods of teaching choral music for the middle and high school. Considerable emphasis will be on philosophy, objectives and teaching techniques of the various choral ensembles. Field experience required.
PR: MUS 202 , Admittance to Teacher Education Program
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MUS 430 - Music Technology II
3-0-3
Exploring professional audio recording and editing techniques using industry software and audio effects. Introduction to sound design for video and podcasts. Introduction to the use of multitracks in live performance.
PR: MUS 302
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MUS 439 - Choral Literature
3-0-3 or 2-0-2
Choral literature, both sacred and secular, from early Renaissance to the present. Music for public school choral ensembles will be heard, discussed and analyzed. Field experience is required for music education majors. (Last update: 10/13/17)
PR: MUS 202 ; Music education majors only: admittance to the Teacher Education Program.
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MUS 440 - Percussion Literature
3-0-3
This class is a survey of percussion solo and chamber literature from the 17th Century to the present. Emphasis on historical perspectives, tracing the development of percussion genres, aspects of performance practice techniques, performances of representative works, and general score analysis.
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MUS 441 - String Literature
3-0-3
This class is a survey of string solo and chamber literature from the 17th Century to the present. Emphasis on historical perspectives, tracing the development of string genres, aspects of performance practice techniques, performances of representative works, and general score analysis.
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MUS 442 - Opera Literature
3-0-3
Standard masterworks of opera literature from 1600 to present.
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MUS 443 - Brass Literature
3-0-3
This class is a survey of brass solo and chamber literature from the 17th Century to the present. Emphasis on historical perspectives, tracing the development of brass genres, aspects of performance practice techniques, performances of representative works, and general score analysis.
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MUS 444 - Vocal Literature
3-0-3
Song literature from 1600 to the present. Particular emphasis on interpretive problems. Class performance stressed.
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MUS 445 - Woodwind Literature
3-0-31
This class is a survey of woodwind solo and chamber literature from the 17th Century to the present. Emphasis on historical perspectives, tracing the development of brass genres, aspects of performance practice techniques, performances of representative works, and general score analysis.
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MUS 446 - Piano Accompanying
1-2-1
Instruction and practical experience in accompanying.
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MUS 447 - Piano Pedagogy
3-0-3
This course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of keyboard instruments.
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MUS 450 - Piano Literature
3-0-3
Survey of literature for piano from various periods of piano composition including analysis and performance.
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MUS 451 - Applied Music Lesson
1-0-2
Applied lesson in woodwind, brass, percussion, piano, strings, and voice. One-hour lesson per week with independent practice hours each week. Senior level lesson may be repeated once. Music fee. Required for music major.
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MUS 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 9 hours
Problem-oriented experiences on specific academic problems relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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MUS 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Advanced study of individual research of specific problems.
PR: JS or SS, music major and approval of school dean.
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Nursing |
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NUR 311 - Professional Nursing Practice- Foundations
6-6-8
This course is an introduction to the role of the professional nurse and the Quality and Safety Essentials of Nursing (QSEN) competencies. Critical thinking and clinical reasoning is emphasized in the role of the direct caregiver. Basic nursing concepts are applied to providing direct care, maintaining patient safety, and achieving quality care. Case study presentations, campus/simulated lab experience, and clinical laboratory experiences will be utilized to teach selected knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for the role of direct caregiver.
PR: Admittance to Nursing program CR: NUR 312 , NUR 313 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 312 - Physical Assessment
3-3-4
This course introduces the basic nursing skills required in physical assessment related to the care of individuals, families, and populations. It encompasses three distinct components: physical assessment, basic skill simulations, and laboratory/ clinical performance.
PR: Admittance to the Nursing program. CR: NUR 311 , NUR 313 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 313 - Pathophysiology/ Pharmacology
4-0-4
This combined course will examine foundational pathophysiology, principles of pharmacodynamics, and pharmacokinetics of pharmaceutical agents (using prototypes) and the nursing process in medication administration for health promotion, treatment, and symptom management. The nurse’s role in minimizing risk to patients and promoting a culture of safety will be emphasized and other variables impacting pharmacology such as age, gender, culture, genetics/genomics, and use of herbal supplements will be explored.
PR: Admittance to the Nursing program. CR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 321 - Professional Nursing Practice-Families
4-6-6
This course introduces the student to the nursing care of childbearing women, infants, children, and their families by building on previous nursing concepts. The nursing process will serve as the organizing framework to examine normal pregnancy and the developing child, common complications during pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period, and major health concerns in children. Theoretical knowledge, clinical practice, and simulated experience will be integrated to prepare students for the nursing roles of direct caregiver, manager, and advocate of health for the childbearing family.
PR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 , and NUR 313 . CR: NUR 322 I , NUR 323 , and NUR 324 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 322 I - Professional Nursing Practice- Vulnerable Populations
4-6-6
This course examines nursing care of vulnerable populations. Specific health disparities, many prioritized by Healthy People 2020, will be highlighted and include: mental illness, health risks of older adults, terminal illness, family abuse, lifestyle health threats, and children with medical concerns. Concentration will be placed on application of the nursing process, role of the nurse as patient-centered advocate, and use of interdisciplinary resources. Clinical practice hours include acute and chronic mental health, outpatient oncology, and community-based settings.
PR: RHW 102 , NUR 311 , NUR 312 , and NUR 313 . CR: NUR 321 , NUR 323 , and NUR 324 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 323 - Pathophysiology/Pharmacology II
2-0-2
Specific to the nursing care of families, vulnerable populations, and communities, this combined course will continue to examine the foundational principles or pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of pharmaceutical agents (using prototypes) and the nursing process in medication administration for health promotion, treatment, and symptom management. The nurse’s role in minimizing risk to patients and promoting a culture of safety will be emphasized and other variables impacting pharmacology such as age, gender, culture, genetics/genomics, and use of herbal supplements will be explored.
PR: NUR 313 . CR: NUR 321 , NUR 322 I .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 324 - Professional Nursing Practice- Local/ Global Community
3-0-3
This course is the study of community health science and professional nursing practice of populations (local and global). The purpose of the course is to explain the relationship of human behavior, economics, and environment to health and wellness and to promote the health of populations. The nursing process, as it applies to populations, will be utilized during clinical experiences in community settings.
PR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 . CR: NUR 321 , NUR 322 I .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 410 - Cross Cultural Immersion (Foundations F3a)
1-4-3
This course is a cultural immersion experience and includes participant observation in an international or national healthcare and educational setting. The purpose of the course is for students to discover and discuss community level factors that collectively influence the health of the community and its citizens.
PR: all 300 level nursing courses. CR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I .
Term Typically Offered: Summer
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NUR 411 - Professional Nursing Practice- Adult
1 - 5-12-9
This course provides an understanding of the nurse’s role in the management of acute and chronic care of patients and the nurse’s contribution to best health care practice. This course will address nursing care issues from a physiologic, and psychosocial context. Nursing informatics will be integrated throughout the course with an emphasis on evidence-based practice, use of analytical skills of critical thinking and clinical reasoning to validate decision-making, and promotion of safe and effective care.
PR: All 300 level nursing courses. CR: NUR 410 , NUR 412 I .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 412 I - Evidence-Based Practice
3-0-3
This course is a study of basic research principles as the process to develop an evidence-based practice model. The course will focus on the ability to identify practice issues, evaluate research findings, use research and clinical evidence to make informed practice decisions, and identify potential research problems that may improve patient care outcomes.
PR: All 300 level nursing courses and RHW 102 . CR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 421 - Professional Nursing Practice- Adult II
6-0-6
This course provides an understanding of the nurse’s role in the management of acute and chronic care of patients, encourages expanded critical thinking in multisystem disorders, and explores nursing contribution to the best health care practice. This course will address nursing care issues from a physiologic, pathophysiologic, and psychosocial context. Nursing informatics will be integrated throughout the course with an emphasis on evidence-based practice, use of analytical skills of critical thinking and clinical reasoning to validate decision-making, and promotion of safe and effective care.
PR: NUR 410 , NUR 411 , NUR 412 I . CR: NUR 422 , NUR 423 , NUR 424 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 422 - Senior Internship
0-0-6
An intensive clinical course, which provides an opportunity for students to synthesize and integrate previous learning. Students will work with an instructor and assigned registered professional nurse preceptor as they begin the transition from student to professional nurse. This course will integrate the roles of professional nursing.
PR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I .NUR 422 CR: NUR 421 , NUR 423 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 423 - Capstone- Quality of Care
1-0-1
This capstone course focuses on the synthesis of prior knowledge to incorporate quality and safety competencies in clinical practice. Students will complete and formally present a senior thesis paper.
PR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I . CR: NUR 421 , NUR 422 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 424 - Professional Nursing Practice- Leadership and Management
2-0-2
This senior-level nursing course focuses on leadership development and management for entry-level professional nursing practice. This course emphasizes the role of the professional registered nurse as the manager/designer/coordinator of care as well as member of a profession. This course addresses building cultures quality and safety in complex health care delivery systems based on organizational strengths, using multiple strategies within environmental turbulence and change and managing fiscal resources for cost-effectiveness. Emphasis on key organizational structures, intra- and inter- professional communication and team work, collaboration and conflict resolution, delegation and supervision, workforce motivation, and change processes will be highlighted. Professional issues related to self-care of the nurse, such as work-life balance, healthy work environments, and resource assistance in building a nursing career are also considered.
PR: All 300 level Nursing courses. CR: NUR 421 , NUR 422 , NUR 423 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 450 - Special Topics In Nursing
variable 1 - 3 hours
Special Topics In Nursing designed to accommodate material that is not otherwise available in the curriculum or to provide an opportunity for expanded inquiry.
PR: Admitted to Nursing.
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NUR 498 - Directed Studies C
variable 1 - 3 hours
Supervised reading or opportunity for written research or project development.
PR: Admitted to Nursing.
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OHS 200 - Concepts in One Health
3-0-3
This course introduces the interdisciplinary nature of the One Health approach. The course will be team taught by available faculty with expertise in One Health related subjects. Topics include zoonotic and emerging diseases, interspecies relationships, agricultural issues, climate change, deforestation and development, and the global economics and politics of health related issues.
PR: and either or
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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OHS 300 - Case Studies in One Health
3-0-3
This course further develps the interdisciplinary One Health themes introduced in OHS 200. Through the analysis of specific case studies the student will gain an appreciation of the various factors that contribute to disease outbreaki and effective management practices.
PR:
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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OHS 480 - Advanced Topics in One Health
2-6 Hours
Instruction in advanced topics related to One Health issues. May be repeated for credit in seperate terms provided the topic is different. May be used to satisfy the focused study requirement for the One Health minor. If the focused study requirement has been completed through OHS 496 or OHS 498 then credit from OHS 480 can then be applied to the OHS minor’s elective requirement.
PR:
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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OHS 490 - One Health Seminar
1-0-1
Current topics and literature related to One Health research and literature. This course serves as the capstone course for the One Health minor. Required for the completion of the One Health minor.
PR: , , or must be completed or in progress
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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OHS 496 - One Health Academic Internship
2-6 credit hours
2 to 6 hours. Project-oriented experiences focused on One Health related problems or topics. All OHS 496 related projects must seek prior approval from the OHS committee. External internships are encouraged.
PR: Completion of and at least 3 additional hours of One Health approved 300+ level elective coursework.
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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OHS 498 - Directed Studies in One Health
2-6 credit hours
2 to 6 hours. Advanced studies or individual research projects related to One Health specific issues or problems. All OHS 498 projects require prior approval by the One Health committee and must be carried out under the guidance of a member of the Berry College faculty.
PR: Completion of and at least 6 additional hours of 300+ level coursework unique to the minor.
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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PHI 150 - Introduction to Philosophy (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
Significance of philosophy in human life, with introduction to major problems of philosophy.
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PHI 152 - Critical Thinking (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
Development of basic skills necessary for participation in public discussion. Focus on recognition of semantic problems, common fallacies in reasoning and propaganda techniques. Development of strategies for effective and legitimate argumentation.
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PHI 250 - Speical Topics in Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of a philosophical topic to be chosen by the instructor. Students may take this course twice provided that the topic is different in each term.
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PHI 326 - Advanced Topics in Philosophy
3-0-3
Upper level examination of critical topics in philosophy.
PR: PHI 150 , PHI 152 , or PHI 250 .
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PHI 329 - The Philosophy of C.S. Lewis
3-0-3
(Cross-listed with REL 329 )
Examination of various philosophical themes in the writings of C.S. Lewis.
PR: Any REL or PHI Foundations course.
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PHI 350 - Philosophy of Law
3-0-3
Study of some major philosophical issues and problems related to law. Among the topics covered are natural law, rights, civil disobedience, privacy, justice, responsibility and punishment.
PR: one course in PHI or CI.
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PHI 351 - Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of major works of Western philosophy from the ancient Greeks through the later Middle Ages.
PR: one course in PHI or CI.
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PHI 352 - Early Modern Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of major works of Western philosophy from Descartes to Kant.
PR: one course in PHI or CI.
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PHI 353 - Symbolic Logic
3-0-3
Introduction to the methods and techniques of modern symbolic logic, including propositional logic, predicate logic and issues in the philosophy of logic.
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PHI 355 I - Philosophy of Religion
3-0-3
(See REL 355 I .) A variety of philosophical issues in religious thought, including religious symbolism, the existence of God and the immortality of the soul.
PR: one course either in REL or PHI, and RHW 102 or CI.
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PHI 357 I - Later Modern Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of developments in philosophy since Kant. The course may focus on either continental or analytical philosophy.
PR: PHI 352 , RHW 102 , or CI.
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PHI 358 - Healthcare Ethics
3-0-3
(Cross-listed with REL 358)
Seminar focused primarily on ethical issues pertaining to human life, health and healthcare such as abortion, physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia, reproductive technologies, genetic manipulation, access to healthcare resources, and climate-change and justice in healthcare.
PR: One course in REL or PHI.
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PHI 359 I - Environmental Ethics
3-0-3
(See REL 359 I .) Seminar on the relationship between humanity and nonhuman nature. Discussion includes current biological, political and economic conditions, the role of technology and major philosophical perspectives.
PR: RHW 102 and one introductory course in REL or PHI.
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PHI 365 - Ethics
3-0-3
An examination of systematic accounts of morality as well as some specific issues in contemporary ethical theory.
PR: Any prior course in philosophy.
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PHI 425 I - Senior Thesis
3 to 6 hours
(See REL REL 425 I .) Opportunity to propose, conduct and report a major piece of individual research in an area of special interest.
PR: RHW 102 , SS, and major.
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PHI 450 I - Advanced Philosophy Seminar
3-0-3
Capstone. Advanced topics seminar in philosophy and religion. (See REL 450 I ).
PR: Any 200-level or above PHI course and RHW 102 , or CI.
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PHI 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Directed study and readings in an area of special interest.
PR: SS, major or minor.
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PHY 101 - Investigations in Physics (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
Investigation of important physics concepts through hands-on activities and experiments, as well as some discussion of philosophical and social implications. Topics include motion, energy, entropy, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, atomic theory, and nuclear physics. Intended to satisfy general-education requirement in science for non-science majors. Credit not allowed toward Concentration I physics major.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 111 - General Physics I with Algebra (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
Introductory physics using algebra and trigonometry. Topics include motion in one and two dimensions, Newton’s Laws, conservation principles and rotational motion. Thermodynamics, waves, sound and fluids will be covered as time allows.
PR: MAT 120 or MAT 201 or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PHY 112 - General Physics II with Algebra
3-2-4
Continuation of PHY 111 . Topics include electricity, magnetism, geometric optics, wave optics, special relativity, and elementary quantum physics.
PR: PHY 111 or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PHY 211 - General Physics I with Calculus (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
General college physics using calculus. Topics covered include mathematical description of motion, Newton’s Laws, conservation principles, elementary thermodynamics and special relativity, as time permits.
CR: MAT 201
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PHY 212 - General Physics II with Calculus
3-2-4
Continuation of PHY 211 , but may be taken first by very capable students with consent of instructor. Topics covered include electricity, magnetism, light and basic quantum mechanics.
CR: MAT 203 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PHY 240 - Practical Electronics
2-2-3
An introduction to analog and digital electronics with a focus on practical applications. Topics include basic DC and AC circuits, diodes, transistors, operational amplifiers, integrated circuits and electronics safety.
PR: MAT 120 , MAT 145 , MAT 201 or CI
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PHY 307 - Modern Physics
3-0-3
Special relativity, particle properties of waves, wave properties of particles, Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Bohr theory, elementary quantum theory and its application to the hydrogen atom.
PR: grade of C- or better in PHY 211 and PHY 212 , or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PHY 320 - Mathematical Methods in Physics
3-0-3
Survey of mathematical methods commonly used in physics. Includes aspects of linear algebra, vector analysis, differential equations, Fourier analysis, abstract algebra, and variational calculus.
PR: PHY 212 , MAT 203 . CR: MAT 202 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall Even
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PHY 321 I - Computational Methods in Physics
4-0-4
An introduction to the methods of computer simulation in physics. The course is project-based with topics drawn primarily from classical mechanics, including: single particle motions, oscillatory systems, few-body problems, chaotic motion, and random processes. Emphasis is on constructing mathematical models based on physical principles and designing algorithms to implement these models in a computer simulation.
PR: PHY 211 , MAT 203 , and RHW 102 , or CI. CR: MAT 202 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall Odd
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PHY 350 I - Experimental Methods in Physics
2-2-3
Laboratory projects chosen to introduce students to the method of modern experimental research in physics. Lecture topics focus on the analysis of data, error propagation, and technical writing in the context of experimental physics.
PR: PHY 212 and RHW 102 , or CI.
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PHY 402 - Classical Mechanics
3-0-3
An introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics with applications to central force problems and orbital motion, nonintertial frames, rotation of rigid bodies , coupled oscillators, and continuum mechanics.
PR: PHY 321 I .
Term Typically Offered: Spring Even
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PHY 403 - Electrodynamics
3-0-3
Static electric and magnetic fields; Maxwell’s equations; applications of Maxwell’s equations, including radiation, wave optics, and modern modifications. May also include the study of electrodynamics in matter.
PR: PHY 320 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring Odd
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PHY 410 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
3-0-3
The laws of thermodynamics, the kinetic theory of gases, and an introduction to statistical mechanics.
PR: PHY 321 I
Term Typically Offered: Spring Even
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PHY 411 - Advanced Topics
2-0-2 to 3-0-3
Topics of mutual interest to students and professors, which cannot be scheduled regularly. Normally for juniors and seniors.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 430 - Quantum Mechanics
3-0-3
An introduction to the techniques of quantum mechanics including the Schrödinger equation, eigenvalues and eigenstates, operators, matrix mechanics, and elementary perturbation theory. Simple systems such as barrier potentials, the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom will be examined. Philosophical aspects of quantum mechanics will be discussed whenever possible.
PR: PHY 307 , PHY 320 ; MAT 303 helpful.
Term Typically Offered: Spring Odd
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PHY 433 - Solid State Physics
3-0-3
Application of quantum mechanics to understand the properties of solids, including crystal structures, electrical conductivity, lattice vibrations, and magnetic ordering. Other potential topics include semiconductors, an introduction to superconductivity, and liquid crystals.
PR: PHY 410 or PHY 430 or CI
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 435 - Subatomic Physics
3-0-3
Topics chosen to fit the students’ preparation and interest. Potential topics include the atomic nucleus, quantum electrodynamics, conservation laws and symmetries, and the standard model of particle physics.
PR: PHY 307 , PHY 320 ; MAT 303 helpful.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 450 - Advanced Experimental Physics
1-4-3
In this course, students will apply experimental techniques to devise, execute, and present an independent project. This project will be done throughout the semester, simulating the complete process that goes into an experimental project. Lecture will consist of group discussions on the various research projects, practice presenting talks to physics audiences, and analysis of papers on physics in society.
PR: PHY 350 I
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PHY 490 - Physics and Astronomy Seminar
1-0-1
Current literature and research reports by faculty, students and visiting speakers. Each student is required to investigate a current research topic in physics or astronomy and perform an oral presentation. For junior and senior physics majors only. May be repeated, but student may not count more than two hours toward physics major or minor.
PR: PHY 212 .
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 12 hours
Problem-oriented experiences on specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Directed study, readings and problem solving in an area of special interest. May be repeated.
PR: JS or SS; major or minor; and approval of school dean.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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ABA 222 - Concepts/Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
3-0-3
(Cross-listed with PSY 222 )
The course will focus on the fundamental concepts and principles of applied behavior analysis and behavioral change procedures. The focus will be on the identification and skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures. In addition, the course will discuss ethical considerations related to behavior analysts’ responsible conduct. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designed to be in line with coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certifcation Board. Students must earn a grade of ‘C’ or higher to fulfill the course work requirement for the BCaBA exam administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
PR: PSY 101
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ABA 298 - Research Practicum
1 to 3 hours
Students will be involved in designing experiments, collecting data, scoring data, entering and analyzing the data, formulating future studies and writing reports. Students will learn about the development and execution of research projects. May be repeated for up to six credits. A one-hour weekly research seminar is required.
PR: PR: PSY 101 ; ABA 222 or PSY 222 ; and consent of faculty supervisor during semester preceding enrollment.
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ABA 352 - Applied Practice in Behavior Analysis
3-0-3
(Cross-listed with PSY 352 )
This course will give students an introduction to the knowledge and skills needed to apply the basic behavior analytic principles, mechanisms, and methods to produce socially significant behavior changes in educational settings. In addition, the course will discuss ethical considerations related to behavior analysts’ responsible conduct. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designed to be in line with coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Students must earn a grade of ‘C’ or higher to fulfill the course work requirement for the BCaBA exam administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
PR: PSY 101 ; ABA 222 or PSY 222 .
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ABA 353 - Single Subject Design in Applied Behavior Analysis
3-0-3
This course will introduce students to single-subject research design used within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Students will learn a variety of single-subject designs including benefits and considerations associated with the use of each design. Students will be introduced to practical, legal, ethical, and socio-cultural issues that shoud be considered when selecting a research design wihtin the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designed to be in line with the coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.
PR: PSY 101 , PSY 222 , and PSY 352 .
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ABA 445 - Special Topics
3-0-3
Advanced study of current special-interest topics related to the applications and practice of psychology. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
PR: PSY 101 and ABA 222 , JS or SS, or CI.
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ABA 454 - Advanced Strategies for Behavior Change
3-1-4
This course will give students more advanced knowledge and skills needed to apply behavior analytic principles, mechanisms, and methods taught in previous courses to produce socially significant behavior changes. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designed to be in line with coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Students must earn a grade of ‘C’ or higher to fulfill the course work requirement for the BCaBA exam administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
PR: ABA 353
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ABA 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 6 hours
Problem-oriented experiences in specific projects relating to ABA, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor at least one full semester prior to the internship. The internship may be repeated up to a maximum of 12 credit hours with permission. Only 3 credit hours may be used for the ABA minor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships
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ABA 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
(May be repeated for up to six hours of credit.) Self-directed study, employing research techniques, critical reviews, observations and bibliographical aids used to guide the student in developing a research paper.
PR: PSY 101 , ABA 222 ; JS or SS and approval of school dean and directed-study advisor during the semester preceding the independent study.
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PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology (Foundations F4c)
3-0-3
The fundamental principles of psychology including heredity, environment, motivation, the nervous system and the emotional adjustment of the individual and the group. General knowledge of psychological terms and concepts emphasized. Open to all students regardless of their field of specialization. This course meets both Foundations Curriculum and psychology major requirements.
NOTE: Student cannot take both PSY 101 and PSY 103 for credit.
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