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MU 397 Louisianians Male choral group. Open to all male students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the instructor. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 398 Gracenotes of LC Female choral group. Open to all female students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 399 Elevate Worship Elevate Worship serves as the collective for both the Elevate Chapel Band and Elevate Travel Band. Both of these ensembles will serve the mission of Louisiana College by leading peers and state-wide entities in musical worship. 0-1 hr
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MU 400 Senior Recital Performance recital for music majors in the senior year. Pass/Fail. 0 hrs $-50
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MU 410 Praxis Preparatory Seminar This course is designed to prepare music education students for successful completion of the Praxis music test. Pass/Fail. 0 hrs
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MU 432 Piano Literature (Piano Pedagogy V) Survey of standard piano literature from the Baroque through the Classical era by lecture and the study of scores and recordings. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs (Fee $20)
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MU 433 Song Literature Survey of vocal literature, with emphasis on the solo song of nineteenth and twentieth century composers by lecture and study of musical scores, recordings, and pertinent bibliography. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs (Fee $20)
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MU 434 Piano Literature II (Piano Pedagogy VI) Survey of standard piano literature from the Romantic era to the present by lecture and the study of scores and recordings. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs $-20
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MU 436 Music Literature for Worship A historical and practical survey and study of music of the Christian liturgy. 2 hrs
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MU 437 Choral Literature (Performance Practices and Styles) An historical survey and study of music from the Renaissance to the present. Designed for music educator and church musician. Two class hours weekly. 2 hrs (Fee $20)
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MU 438 Band and Literature for Schools A survey of classic and contemporary band literature for the secondary school setting, with emphasis on characteristics of various grades of band music. Prerequisite: MU 342 , MU 251 . 1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 439 Special Studies in Music Varied course offerings designed to meet special institutional and community needs. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Maximum of three class hours weekly. 1-3 hrs
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MU 441 Orchestration A study of the instruments of the band and orchestra with regard to range, tone quality, and appropriate use in instrumental ensembles, with practice in scoring. Prerequisite: MU 142 . Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs
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MU 442 Twentieth-Century Music: Materials and Techniques A continuation of MU 242 and MU 332 . Combined theoretical and historical approach to the materials, techniques, and ideals of music in the twentieth century. Prerequisite: MU 242 , MU 332 . 3 hrs
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MU 453 Vocal Pedagogy A survey of various schools of vocal pedagogical thought and practice. Two class hours, one lab hour weekly. Two class hours, one lab hour weekly. 3 hrs (Fee $20)
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MU 462 Senior Worship Project A capstone project that involves the planning, preparation and leading of a 45 minute public worship service. 0 hrs
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MU 463 Worship Ministry Internship This course is designed to integrate the practice of Christian worship ministry with their studies at Louisiana College. This supervised Internship assists students in gaining competence in setting ministry goals, self-assessment, and in critical reflection on the process of worship ministry. 3 hrs
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MU 471 Red River Wind Symphony Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 472 Louisiana College Wind Ensemble Select instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Performs classic and contemporary band literature. Three rehearsals weekly. 0-1 hr
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MU 473 Louisiana College Marching Band Instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Provides entertainment at LC Athletics, community, and other selected events. 0-1 hr (Fee $50)
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MU 474 String Orchestra The String Orchestra is open to all students who have experience at any level playing a string instrument. The orchestra performs at special events and supports the existing instrumental and vocal programs when necessary. 0-1 hr
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MU 477 Jazz Ensemble Ensemble open to all students who qualify through auditions. To culminate in a concert each semester. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 480 Brass Methods II A study of the fundamental techniques for each group of instruments as related to the teaching of beginning instrumental students and directing of instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: permission of the coordinator. 1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 481 Woodwind Methods II A study of the fundamental techniques for each group of instruments as related to the teaching of beginning instrumental students and directing of instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: permission of the coordinator. 1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 485 Piano Ensemble The study and performance of duet, duo, and other piano ensemble literature from the Baroque period to the 20th century. Attention will be given to performance practices and styles of the various periods. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Two lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 487 Opera Workshop Designed to give the student experience with operatic literature, stagecraft, and basic acting techniques. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 492 Lyric Theatre Production Designed to give the student experience with operatic, operetta, and musical theatre, stagecraft and basic acting techniques. This course meets for three hours weekly. Prerequisite: Student must complete at least one semester of the previous level. 0-1 hr
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MU 494 Lyric Theatre Orchestra Prepares students for participation in the Lyric Theatre’s annual production in an accompanying role. Students will rehearse 2 hours per week leading up to show run-throughs, then will have 4 full rehearsals and 6 scheduled performances. The Lyric Opera Orchestra requires advanced skills in instrumental performance, music reading, organization, and professional mindset. Prerequisite: Audition. 0-1 hr
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MU 495 Louisiana College Chorale Select choral group open to all students who qualify through audition. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $50)
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MU 497 Louisianians Male choral group. Open to all male students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the instructor. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 498 Gracenotes of LC Female choral group. Open to all female students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
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MU 499 Elevate Worship Elevate Worship serves as the collective for both the Elevate Chapel Band and Elevate Travel Band. Both of these ensembles will serve the mission of Louisiana College by leading peers and state-wide entities in musical worship. 0-1 hr
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Nursing |
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NU 212 Introduction to Nursing Concepts Selected basic nursing concepts essential for nursing school entry and progression are presented. These include dosage calculation, medical terminology, and clinical reasoning/decision making skills utilizing the nursing process. Prerequisite: Central Curriculum and nursing prerequisite courses of the Freshman year and the Fall courses of the Sophomore year. 3 hrs
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NU 305 Pharmacotherapeutics for Health Professionals Cross-listed with AH 305 . This course will investigate the therapeutic uses and effects of drugs, and the intended action of medications. Students will utilize concepts from mathematics and chemistry to establish a knowledge base that can be applied to patient care and education. Prerequisite: Completion of level two course work, with the addition of level three credit hours to ensure a minimum of 13 credits earned at level 3, and congruence with the required specifications of the designated course route. 3 hrs
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NU 307 Pathophysiology for the Health Sciences Students will extend their understanding of basic pathophysiology including disease process, clinical manifestations, secondary effects, and methods of treatment. This preparation will enable health professionals to collaborate and provide care that focuses on health promotion and risk reduction. Prerequisite: BI 231 , BI 232 , BI 233 , BI 234 , and CH 101 or equivalent. 3 hrs
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NU 309 Transcultural Nursing Care This course provides an overview of the influence of identified cultures on health care practices and health care delivery systems. Examination of cultural beliefs and practices will provide a basis for providing culturally appropriate health care as well as the identification of barriers to transcultural communication. Prerequisite: Admission into upper level nursing courses. 3 hrs
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NU 310 Fundamentals of Client Care Utilizes skills of critical thinking and theory pertaining to therapeutic nursing interventions with well clients. Concepts are applied and practiced in the campus lab and in clinical settings. Requires admission to upper division nursing. 5 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 311 Medical/Surgical Nursing Care Across the Lifespan I This course focuses on the didactic and clinical concepts from previous nursing and non-nursing courses and theories to develop and implement safe basic, holistic, patient-centered nursing care for culturally diverse patients experiencing selected medical-surgical healthcare problems. Prerequisite: NU 307 , NU 310 , and NU 315 . 6 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 313 Finish First Course will prepare the nursing student for success by review of study skills, test taking skills, and life management skills in preparation for nursing and NCLEX-RN. May be taken 3 times. Prerequisite: Acceptance into upper division of nursing, and completion of NU 212 . 1 hr
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NU 315 Nursing Physical Assessment This course focuses on developing skills needed to accurately perform a systemic physical assessment and obtain a detailed health history. Oral and written communication skills, physical assessment techniques, concepts for each body system, differentiation of normal, variations of normal and abnormal physical assessment findings are practiced in the lab setting. Prerequisite: Successful completion of NU 212 and admission into upper level nursing courses. 5 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 317 Maternal-Child Nursing This course focuses on the didactic and clinical concepts of providing holistic nursing care for childbearing and childrearing families in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on health promotion as well as care during illness. Prerequisite: Admission to the Department of Nursing and successful completion of NU 310 , and any other concurrent Fall nursing courses. 6 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 391 Complementary Healthcare This course will investigate the therapeutic uses of effects of alternative and complementary healthcare systems and modalities. Students will utililze concepts from chemistry, anatomy, physiology to explore and understand other forms of treatment of illnesses practiced around the world. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing major, completion of NU 307 , NU 310 , and NU 315 or permission of the Dean. 3 hrs
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NU 399 Student Centered Approaches to Assessment This is a remediation course for students who are have difficulty, or have been unsuccessful in taking standardized nursing examinations in the junior year. It is provided to enhance the possibility of success with the mandatory, standardized testing to be taken in the remainder of the nursing program. This course will use student centered, problem based approaches to teaching to facilitate a review of the content addressed in the nursing courses in the BSN program. Students employ a collaborative approach to explore in depth the major themes that are addressed in the standardized nursing examinations. Requires permission of Chair/Dean. Prerequisite: Admission to upper division nursing. 3 hrs
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NU 400 Health Care Informatics Cross-listed with AH 400 . Students will be introduced to applications of informatics systems to nursing practice, education, research, and administration. Integration of various theories will assist students to understand the importance of applying knowledge as they further develop their skills in information literacy. Students will learn how health care professionals can use information systems to work more efficiently, allocate resources more effectively, and improve health care services and admission to upper level nursing. Prerequisite: Completion of level three course work to ensure a minimum of 13 credits earned at level 3, and congruence with the required specifications of the designated course route. Basic computer proficiency is an expectation of this course. 3 hrs
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NU 402 Medical/Surgical Nursing Care Across the Lifespan II Uses critical thinking, pharmacology, and therapeutic nursing interventions focusing on health and pathophysiology of the adult. Theoretical concepts related to promotion of health and prevention of illness are explored, applied and practiced in clinical and laboratory settings. Prerequisite: All level three nursing courses, including NU 300 , NU 302 , NU 303 , NU 304 , NU 305 . 6 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 409 Research and Evidence-Based Practice The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the many aspects of research and identify the processes by which research is used in Evidence-Based Practice. The process will teach the student how to determine what current research exists by critiquing and synthesizing the literature. Prerequisite: MA 211 or the equivalent and 300 level nursing courses. 3 hrs
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NU 417 Nursing Care of Patients, Families, and Populations with Mental Health Disorders Uses critical thinking, pharmacology, and therapeutic nursing interventions focusing on the nursing care of mental health clients. Concepts are applied and practiced in clinical-practicum experiences. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all level 3 nursing courses. Corequisite: NU 424 and NU 498 . 4 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 419 Public Health Nursing of Diverse Populations This course explores the role of the nurse in developing and implementing care for diverse populations of individuals and families in a variety of settings. Focus on concepts specific to public health nursing practice including health care economics, public health policy, epidemiology, infectious diseases, vulnerable populations and health prevention and promotion from theory are applied in various clinical settings Prerequisite: NU 310 , NU 315 , NU 307 , NU 309 , NU 311 , NU 305 , and NU 317 . Corequisite: Enrollment in or successful completion of NU 424 and NU 440 . 4 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 424 Medical/Surgical Nursing Care Across the Lifespan III / Capstone Acute care concepts of nursing are presented in discussion, testing, and case study format. Focus is on clients throughout the life span. Clinical practice seeks to consolidate nursing skills in critical care settings and promote leadership development in the management of care. Prerequisite: All level three, NU 300 , NU 302 , NU 303 , NU 304 , NU 305 , NU 402 . 6 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 440 Nursing Leadership/Management Uses critical thinking and communication to provide a study of management practices and principles related to nursing leadership, role development, and the delivery of health care in a changing society. Prerequisite: Completion of level three courses. 2 hrs Fee: $200.
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NU 498 Preparation for BSN Practice This course utilizes a variety of strategies for further developing critical thinking skills to prepare nursing graduates who will provide safe, competent nursing care at the entry generalist level. Focuses on recognizing areas of practice that are strengths as well as those areas that need improvement. Prerequisite: All 300 level nursing courses, NU 400 , NU 402 , NU 409 , and NU 419 . Corequisite: NU 424 , NU 417 , and NU 440 . 3 hrs
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Pastoral Ministry |
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PM 148 Great Commission Seminar This course looks at the basic principles in the discipline of pastoral ministry. Primary attention will be given to the principles and issues related to the spreading of the Gospel in the Twenty-First century marketplace. Prerequisite: RL 101 and RL 102 . 1 hr or 3 hrs
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PM 331 Proclaiming the Law This course enables students to investigate effective methods for developing expository sermons from the texts of the Old Testament Law. Special attention is given to the Law, its message, and methods of cummunicating God’s Word to a contemporary audience. Prerequisite: RL 101 , and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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PM 333 Proclaiming the Prophets This course enables students to investigate the effective methods for developing expository sermons from the texts of the Old Testament prophetic literature. Special attention is given to prophetic literature, its message, and methods of communicating God’s Word to a contemporary audience. Prerequisite: RL 101 , and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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PM 335 Proclaiming the Writings This course enables students to investigate the effective methods for developing expository sermons from the texts of the Old Testament Writings. Special attention is given to the content within the Old Testament Writings, their message, and methods of communicating God’s Word to a contemporary audience. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 , and . 3 hrs
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PM 351 Proclaiming the Gospels and Acts This course enables students to investigate the effective methods for developing expository sermons from the Gospels and Acts in the New Testament. Special attention is given to the content within the New Testament Gospels and Acts, their message, and methods of communicating God’s Word to a contempoary audience. Prerequisite: RL 101 , and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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PM 353 Proclaiming the Pauline Epistles This course enables students to investigate the effective methods for developing expository sermons from the Pauline Epistles in the New Testament. Special attention is given to the content within the Pauline Epistles, their message, and methods of communicating God’s Word to a contemporary audience. Prerequisite: RL 101 , and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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PM 355 Proclaiming the General Epistles This course enables students to investigate the effective methods for developing expository sermons from the General Epistles in the New Testament. Special attention is given to the content within the General Epistles from the New Testament, their messae, and methods of communicating God’s Word to a contemporary audience. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 , and . 3 hrs
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PM 446 Principles for Pastoral Ministry This course provides a biblical and theological examination of the introductory roles and responsiblities of a pastor, including his teaching and preaching ministry, pastoral care and counseling, leadership, interpersonal relations, and ethical concerns unique to pastors and their churches. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 , and RL 300 . 3 hrs
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PM 448 Topics in Pastoral Ministry An introductory course on the biblical and theological examination of the responsibilities of a pastor, focusing on special topics from the field of pastoral ministry. Prerequisite: PM 446 . 3 hrs
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Physics |
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PH 220 General Physics I An algebra-based study of Newtonian mechanics including waves and fluids, plus thermodynamics. Lecture credit three hours. 3 hrs
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PH 221 General Physics I Lab Principles of quantitative experimentation, documentation, data analysis, evaluation, and presentation, with extensive use of computers. Experiments in Newtonian mechanics, wave behavior, and thermodynamics. Corequisite: PH 220 or PH 340 . Departmental standard calculator required. Laboratory credit two hours. 2 hrs (Fee $48)
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PH 222 General Physics II An algebra-based study of electricity, magnetism, electronics, optics, and modern physics. Co-enrollment in PH 223 is strongly recommended. Departmental standard calculator required. Prerequisite: PH 220 . Lecture credit three hours. 3 hrs
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PH 223 General Physics II Lab Experimental verification and reinforcement of principles in electricity, magnetism, electronics, and optics. Corequisite: PH 222 or PH 342 . Departmental standard calculator required. Laboratory credit two hours. 2 hrs (Fee $48)
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PH 250 Introduction to Acoustics A course designed to introduce the various aspects of acoustics which include production of sound by various sources (voice, musical instruments, etc.), propagation of sound, and perception and judgment of sound by the human brain. 3 hrs (Fee $5)
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PH 340 General Physics I with Calculus A calculus-based study of Newtonian mechanics including waves and fluids and thermodynamics. 3 hrs
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PH 342 General Physics II with Calculus A calculus-based study of electricity, magnetism, electronics, optics, and modern physics. 3 hrs
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Philosophy |
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PI 230 Introduction to Logic Cross-listed with MA 230 . A course designed to acquaint students with various forms of reasoning and to assist them in developing skills in correct thinking. Taught with the mathematics department. Prerequisite: math course. 3 hrs
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PI 300 Christian Faith & Values Cross-listed with RL 300 . A course designed to provide a reasoned basis for a holistic commitment to Jesus Christ in every area of life. The course will focus on developing a Christian worldview accompanied by an ability to apply biblical principles in value judgments, personal decisions and life issues such as theological, moral, cultural and professional questions. Prerequisite: CC 100 , HI 101 and HI 102 , EN 200 or EN 201 , RL 101 and RL 102 , and ES 103 or BI 101 . These prerequisites total 19 hours of the Central Curriculum. 3 hrs
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PI 304 Honors Christian Faith and Values Cross-listed with RL 304 . The course will focus on developing an understanding of various worldviews, accompanied by an abillity to apply biblical principles in value judgments, personal decisions and life issues such as the theological, moral cultural and professional questions. Prerequisite: Admission into the honors program; CC 100 honors, HI 204 , EN 205 , RL 103 , RL 104 and ES 103 or BI 101 . 3 hrs
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PI 310 Christian Apologetics Cross-listed with RL 310 . A study of the defense of the Christian faith. Topics discussed will include apologetic methodology, arguments for God’s existence, miracles, evidence for the deity and resurrection of Jesus, and responses to several major objections to the Christian faith. 3 hrs
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PI 311 Old Testament Apologetics RL 311 . This course covers apologetics issues in the Old Testament and equips the students to address these issues biblically and philosophoically. 3 hrs
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PI 312 New Testament Apologetics Cross-listed with RL 312 . New Testament Apologetics introduces students to various apologetic issues that surface in the New Testament and provides a foundation for defending a biblical understanding of these issues. Topics include the historical reliability of the New Testament, issues of text and corruption, forgeries, the New Testament canon, and other cultural issues. Prerequisite: PI 310 /RL 310 . 3 hrs
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PI 341 Comparative Religions A study of the history, beliefs and practices of the major religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism and Islam. 3 hrs
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PI 360 Ministerial Ethics Cross-listed with CE 360 . An examination of ethical questions that arise for the Christian minister, including issues concerning personal conduct and character as well as relationships with colleagues, the congregation, and the community. Prerequisite: junior standing or PI 300 /RL 300 . 3 hrs
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Public Relations |
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PR 368 Public Relations Cross-listed with MG 368 . This class serves as an introductory course to the field of public relations. Topics include the development of the public relations field; the role of public relations in organizations and society; ethical and legal considerations involved in the practice of public relations as well as contemporary trends and issues. 3 hrs
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PR 472 Public Relations Writing This course acquaints students with communications related to the public relations industry. The course focuses on developing critical public relations writing skills for various media and publics across differing contexts and deadlines. Prerequisite: PR 368 . 3 hrs
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PR 473 Public Relations Cases Cross-listed with MG 473 . This course focuses on theoretical, practical and strategic concepts in public relations through in-depth study and analysis of public relations issues and cases. Students will also work on developing and implementing their own campaigns through practical service-learning projects. Prerequisite: JN 201 , PR 368 . 3 hrs
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PR 482 Public Relations Capstone This course serves as the culminating class in the Public Relations curriculum. Structured as a portfolio-oriented course, students demonstrate proficiency in diverse public relations concepts through practical application in an individualized professional setting. Prerequisite: PR 368 , PR 472 , PR 473 . 3 hrs
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PS 200 Introduction to Social Science: Political Science An introduction to the nature, scope and methods of political science with emphasis on its relationships to other social sciences and its systemic, holistic nature. 3 hrs
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PS 225 American Government and Politics Cross-listed with CJ 225 and HI 225 . An introduction to the basic functions of government and civil life with attention to the relationship between citizenship and the Christian faith. Prerequisite: HI 105 3 hrs
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PS 232 American Government An examination of American political institutions and processes, including analyses of such topics as voting, interest groups, political parties, political and civil liberties, federalism, the presidency, Congress, the courts, and the formation and execution of public policy. 3 hrs
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PS 233 State and Local Government A study of the origin, development and current status of government in the community and state. 3 hrs
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PS 312 International Politics A survey of the major theoretical approaches to the analysis of international political behavior. Prerequisite: HI 102 . 3 hrs
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PS 322 Public Administration Cross-listed with MG 322 . A synthesis of the major elements of the public administration discipline with a primary focus on public bureaucracy at the federal level. Prerequisite: PS 232 for non-Business majors and minors. 3 hrs
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PS 330 Political Campaign Communication Cross-listed with CA 330 . This course examines key theories, concepts, and research findings in the field of political communication in the context of an increasingly mass-mediated society. Focus is placed on the interactions between political elites, new media and the public with particular emphasis on the dynamics of political campaigns and messaging strategies employed by political elites. 3 hrs
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PS 332 Judicial Process A study of the judicial system of the United States at both the State and Federal levels. Prerequisite: PS 232 3 hrs
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PS 342 Comparative Government A survey of governments around the world focusing on institutional and cultural diversity. Prerequisite: HI 102 3 hrs
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PS 352 Introduction to Political Theory An introduction to concepts and ideas in politics beginning with the Greeks. Prerequisite: HI 102 3 hrs
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PS 400 Topics in Political Science An examination of various topics in all aspects of the discipline of political science selected by the instructor. Repeatable. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 3 hrs
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PS 402 Constitutional Law I An examination of the writing and development of constitutional law throughout the course of American history with a focus on civil liberties and criminal procedure provisions. Required of pre-law majors. Prerequisite: PS 332 or permission of instructor. 3 hrs
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PS 403 Constitutional Law II An examination of the writing and development of constitutional law throughout the course of American history with a focus on American Federalism, its structures, their powers and interrelations, and the economic regulations within. Required of pre-law majors. Prerequisite: PS 332 or permission of instructor. 3 hrs
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PS 422 American Public Policy and Policy Analysis Seminar for advanced public administration and political science students with an emphasis on American public policy. This course will be a study of the major contemporary policies and policy debates in economic, social, and political arenas in the U.S. In addition, there will be an emphasis on the systematic application of policy analysis techniques to these issues and policies. Prerequisite: PS 322 . 3 hrs
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PS 451 Readings in Political Science Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 1-3 hrs
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PS 455 Internship in Public Administration On the job training and experiences in a variety of approaches to public administration. Pass/fail only. Prerequisite: PS 232 , senior standing, permission of the instructor. 3 hrs
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PS 456 Internship in Legal Practice Training and experiences for the pre-law student in the office of and under the supervision of a qualified practicing attorney. Pass/fail only. Prerequisite: senior standing in pre-law and permission of the instructor. 3 hrs
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Physical Therapist Assistant |
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PT 201 Introduction to Physical Therapy This course is designed to build the foundation for the development of the PTA by gaining an understanding of standards for ethical conduct and standards of practice (APTA’s Guide to PT Practice), developing the ability to utilize appropriate medical terminology in the clinical setting, becoming proficient at documentation, acquiring the skills necessary to communicate in an effective and culturally sensitive manner in the clinical setting, and attaining the research skills necessary to remain current in the field of physical therapy and assist in the preparation of professional presentations. The concept of integration of a Christian worldview in the practice of physical therapy is explored. Students are encouraged to identify his/her own worldview as well. 2 hrs
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PT 202 Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy This course is a lecture and laboratory course focused on the study of human musculoskeletal and neuromuscular anatomy with emphasis on major bones, bony landmarks, joint anatomy, and origin/insertion/action/innervations of selected muscles. Introduction to and application of physics principles, musculoskeletal anatomy and muscle physiology to the biomechanics of human motion and normal posture/gait on a regional basis is also addressed in this course. Goniometry and manual muscle testing are introduced in the course as well. 6 hrs
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PT 203 Physical Therapy Procedures This course is a lecture and laboratory course that focuses on the fundamentals of selected patient care activities, data collection, wound management/infection control, and environmental safety in the physical therapy setting. The course is also intended to facilitate student acquisition of entry level skills related to these areas and patient handling techniques. Laboratory activities will also promote development of skills necessary to appropriately and effectively communicate with patients, family members, and/or other members of the healthcare team in regard to procedures practiced. 3 hrs
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PT 203 Physical Therapy Procedures This course is a lecture and laboratory course that focuses on the fundamentals of selected patient care activities, data collection, wound management/infection control, and environmental safety in the physical therapy setting. The course is also intended to facilitate student acquisition of entry level skills related to these areas and patient handling techniques. Laboratory activities will also promote development of skills necessary to appropriately and effectively communicate with patients, family members, and/or other members of the healthcare team in regard to procedures practiced. 3 hrs
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