Mar 29, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2017-2018 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Mathematics (MATH)

  
  • MATH 250 - Statistics I 3 hours


    Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include collection of data, numerical and graphical descriptive methods, linear correlation and regression, probability concepts and distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for means and proportions. G.E. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 104 , or a score of 20 or higher on the math portion of the ACT, or a score of 480 or higher on the math portion of the SAT, or a passing score on the Columbia College math placement exam. 
  
  • MATH 251 - Statistics II 3 hours


    This course is a continuation of Statistics I. Topics include hypothesis testing, regression, correlation, statistical decision theory, analysis of variance and nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: MATH 250 .
  
  • MATH 300 - Multivariate Calculus 3 hours


    Two and three dimensional vectors, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line and surface integrals. Prerequisite: MATH 222  or MATH 235 .
  
  • MATH 303 - Linear Algebra 3 hours


    Vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices and determinants, with applications to systems of linear equations, geometry and other selected topics. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 201 .
  
  • MATH 304 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra 3 hours


    Introduction to algebraic systems, their motivation, definitions and basic properties. Primary emphasis is on group theory (permutation and cyclic groups, subgroups, homomorphism, quotient groups) and is followed by a brief survey of rings, integral domains and fields. Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in both MATH 222  and MATH 225 .
  
  • MATH 305 - Number Theory 3 hours


    The goal of this course is to provide a modern treatment of number theory. The student learns more about integers and their properties, important number-theoretical ideas and their applications. The course emphasizes reading and writing proofs. Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in both MATH 222  and MATH 225 .
  
  • MATH 325 - Discrete Mathematics II 3 hours


    This course continues the discussion begun in Discrete Mathematics I (MATH 225 ) and serves to develop students’ understanding of the discrete mathematical concepts that underlie computer science. Topics in this second course include recurrence relations, graphs, paths and circuits, trees and optimization and matching theory. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 225 .
  
  • MATH 330 - History of Mathematics 3 hours


    The goals of this course are to develop knowledge of the contributions made by mathematicians and the influence these contributions have made to the development of human thought and culture over time. The course provides a chronological tracing of mathematics from the ancient Chinese into modern times, with an emphasis on problems and the individuals who formulated and solved them. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 222 .
  
  • MATH 331 - Foundations of Geometry 3 hours


    This course provides students with the opportunity to broaden and deepen the understanding of Euclidean Geometry usually encountered in a high school geometry course. The course extends the geometric experience to non-Euclidean topics and serves to unify the study of geometry as the result of a system of axioms. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 222 .
  
  • MATH 338 - Mathematical Statistics and Probability 3 hours


    A calculus-based introduction to statistical methods starting with basic probability, distribution theory, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests and sampling. Prerequisite: MATH 250  and MATH 222 ; or MATH 235 .
  
  • MATH 340 - Introduction to Probability Theory 3 hours


    Probability spaces; random variables and their distributions; repeated trials; probability limit theorem. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 222 .
  
  • MATH 362 - Introduction to Automata Theory, Languages and Computation 3 hours


    The study of formal languages, grammars, abstract computer models, and computability. Different models of computation and their relationships with formal languages as well as capabilities and limitations of these models are studied from a theoretical perspective. Cross-listed as CISS 362 . Prerequisites: MATH 225  and CISS 240 .
  
  • MATH 370 - Differential Equations 3 hours


    Ordinary differential equations and systems with application to the sciences and engineering. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 222  or MATH 235 .
  
  • MATH 371 - Introduction to Complex Variables 3 hours


    Introduction to the basic tools of the theory of complex variables, such as complex differentiation and the Cauchy-Rieman equations, analytic functions, complex series, complex contour integration, residues, poles and conformational mapping. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 222 .
  
  • MATH 380 - Advanced Calculus 3 hours


    Rigorous development of some central ideas in analysis including limits, continuity and differentiability. Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in MATH 222  or MATH 235 ; and C or higher in MATH 225 .
  
  • MATH 399 - Math Teaching Internship 1-6 hours


    This course is recommended for those students who plan to attend graduate school or who plan to teach secondary school mathematics. Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each credit hour. Students will assist full-time day faculty members in teaching any 100- or 200-level mathematics course. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement and will determine the role the intern will play in the observed course. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: MATH 222  and MATH 225  with a grade of B or higher, Junior standing, minimum 3.0 GPA in major core classes at time of registration for internship. Students may register for no more than 6 mathematics internship credits during their time at Columbia College.
  
  • MATH 451 - Introduction to Cryptography and Computer Security 3 hours


    An introduction to cryptography and computer security. Topics include cryptographic methods, hash functions, key exchange, secure communication, message authentication, digital signatures, network security, system security, modern day security protocols and standards. Cross-listed as CISS 451 . Prerequisites: MATH 225 ; CISS 245  or CISS 243 .
  
  • MATH 493 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics for Teachers 3 hours


    A seminar course required as a culminating experience for mathematics majors who are seeking certification to teach at the elementary, middle or secondary levels. Students analyze problems from elementary, middle and high school mathematics from an advanced perspective and explicitly make connections between the concepts taught in elementary, middle and secondary and their more abstract analogues encountered in undergraduate mathematical courses. A grade of C or higher is required. Prerequisites: senior standing, admission to the Teacher Certification Program, EDUC 358  or EDUC 360  or EDUC 360 .
  
  • MATH 494 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics 3 hours


    A seminar course required as a culminating experience for mathematics majors. Students prepare and present a portfolio following departmental guidelines to document achievement of the learning goals for the mathematics major. Additionally, students present a lecture on a topic not covered in core courses in consultation with the instructor and take the Major Field Test for Mathematics. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: senior standing.

Military Science (MSCI)

  
  • MSCI 1100 - Foundations of Officership 1 hour


    Introduces students to issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer’s responsibilities. Establish framework for understanding officership, leadership, and Army values followed and “life skills” such as physical fitness and time management.
  
  • MSCI 1110 - Introductory Military Science Laboratory I 1 hour


    Field application of skills taught in Military Science 1100, to include leadership, land navigation, tactical skills and basic soldier skills. Prerequisite: MSCI 1100 .
  
  • MSCI 1120 - Basic Leadership 1 hour


    Establishes foundation of basic leadership fundamentals such as problem solving, communication, briefings and effective writing, goal setting, techniques for improving listening and speaking skills and an introduction to counseling.
  
  • MSCI 1130 - Introductory Military Science Laboratory II 1 hour


    Field application of skills taught in Military Science 1120, to include leadership, land navigation, tactical skills and basic soldier skills. Prerequisite: MSCI 1120 .
  
  • MSCI 2200 - Individual Leadership Studies 2 hours


    Students identify successful leadership characteristics through observation of others and self through experimental learning exercises. Students record observed traits (good and bad) in a dimensional leadership journal and discuss observations in small group settings.
  
  • MSCI 2210 - Intermediate Military Science Lab I 1 hour


    Progressively more challenging leadership scenarios presented in a field and classroom environment. Students practice basic military skills such as squad-level offensive and defensive operations. First aid topics and drill and ceremony are also taught. Prerequisite: MSCI 2200 .
  
  • MSCI 2220 - Leadership and Teamwork 2 hours


    Study examines how to build successful teams, various methods for influencing action, effective communication in selling and achieving goals, the importance of timing the decision, creativity in the problem solving process, and obtaining team buy-in through immediate feedback.
  
  • MSCI 2230 - Intermed. Military Science Lab II 1 hour


    Progressively more challenging leadership scenarios presented in a field and classroom environment. Students practice basic military skills such as platoon-level offensive and defensive operations. Practical application of night land navigation. Prerequisite: MSCI 2220 .
  
  • MSCI 3160 - Death by a Thousand Cuts: Counterinsurgency/Insurgency the American Experience 3 hours


    This course explores the problem of insurgency and counterinsurgency in terms of what we can learn from these conflicts. It examines counterinsurgency theory and practice, the Philippine Insurrection, Banana Wars, Vietnam War, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
  
  • MSCI 3161 - The American Experience in Vietnam 3 hours


    This course was developed to provide students the opportunity to examine the American experience in the Vietnam War, to search for meanings in this experience, and to arrive at their own conclusions concerning the impact of the war upon the nation. Moreover, it challenges the students to think critically about war and the use of military power to settle differences between nations. May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MSCI 3162 - Counterinsurgency in Asia 3 hours


    This course explores the problem of insurgency and counterinsurgency in Asia in terms of what we can learn from these conflicts. The course examines the insurgency in the Philippine Insurrection 1899-1902, the Vietnam War, the Soviet-Afghan War, in Thailand, Sri Lanka and Malayan Emergency. May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MSCI 3163 - U.S. Military History in the Western Tradition 3 hours


    Analysis of United States military history from the Colonial period to the present, (1609-2012). It is a comprehensive look into the evolution of warfare in America, military traditions and heritage, and technology. This course analyzes the following: American Revolution, War of 1812, Mexican American War, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, World War I, Inter War Period, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, Afghanistan and Iraq. All cadets are required to take this course for commissioning. May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MSCI 3164 - National Building through a Barrel of a Gun 3 hours


    This course was developed to provide students the opportunity to examine the dilemmas of military intervention, nation-building/peacekeeping operations and exit strategies. This course is designed to challenge students to think critically and arrive at their own conclusions about the use of military power to settle differences between nations, and use of military forces to conduct nation building.
  
  • MSCI 3165 - “Chasing Ghost”, The History of Irregular Warfare 3 hours


    This course explores the history of Irregular Warfare from the guerrilla perspective. The course examines the works of Mao Tse-Tung, Che Guevara, T.E. Lawrence and several other Guerrilla Leaders. You will analyze the evolution of Irregular Warfare through history and understand the complexities associated with the difficulties of countering and defecting Irregular Warfare.
  
  • MSCI 3230 - Leadership and Problem Solving 3 hours


    Students conduct self-assessment of leadership style, develop personal fitness regimen, and learn to plan and conduct individual/small unit tactical training while testing reasoning and problem-solving techniques. Students receive direct feedback on leadership abilities. Prerequisite: departmental consent.
  
  • MSCI 3240 - Leadership and Ethics 3 hours


    Examines the role communications, values, and ethics play in effective leadership. Topics include ethical decisionmaking, considerations of others, spirituality in the military, and survey Army leadership doctrine. Emphasis on improving oral and written communication ability. Prerequisite: MSCI 3230 .
  
  • MSCI 3250 - Leadership and Management 3 hours


    Develops student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and mentoring subordinates. Students explore training management, methods of effective staff collaboration, and developmental counseling techniques. Prerequisite: MSCI 3240 .
  
  • MSCI 3260 - Officership 3 hours


    Study includes case study analysis of military law and practical exercises on establishing on ethical command climate, service as an officer; capstone exercise. Leadership lab Students must complete a semester long Senior Leadership Project that requires them to plan, organize, collaborate, analyze, and demonstrate their leadership skills. Prerequisite: MSCI 3250 .
  
  • MSCI 3270 - Advanced Transition to Lieutenant I 3 hours


    Independent research, analysis and monthly discussion on related military topics. Personal, academic and professional goals and objectives, development and maintenance of an officer evaluation report support form. Prerequisites: MSCI 1100 , MSCI 2200 , MSCI 3230 , and MSCI 3250  or department chair permission.
  
  • MSCI 3280 - Advanced Transition to Lieutenant II 3 hours


    Independent research, analysis and monthly discussion on related military topics.  Personal, academic and professional goals and objectives, development and maintenance of an officer evaluation report support form. Prerequisites: MSCI 1100 , MSCI 2200 , MSCI 3230 , and MSCI 3250  or department head permission.

Music (MUSI)

  
  • MUSI 101 - Music Seminar 0 hours


    Zero-credit, pass/fail course requires that students enrolled in applied music lessons attend two Music Program convocations, music major cohort meetings as scheduled and a minimum of 6 department or community recitals per semester. Pass/fail is determined by attendance.
  
  • MUSI 122 - Music Appreciation 3 hours


    A musical appreciation course focusing on European and American works since 1500. G.E.
  
  • MUSI 123 - Music in World Cultures 3 hours


    This course explores music as an aspect of human culture focusing on selected non-Western music styles of Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe and the Americas. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
  
  • MUSI 134 - Music Theory I 3 hours


    Introduction to the fundamental materials of music. Includes a review of music fundamentals, the tonic, dominant, subdominant and leading tone triads, the triad in inversion, and the C clefs. Prerequisites: successful completion of Advanced Placement Music Theory in high school, satisfactory score on Music Placement Exam or a grade of C or better in MUSI 102 . Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUSI 135 .
  
  • MUSI 135 - Aural Skills I 1 hour


    Students will pursue the development of musical independence, including sight singing, ear training, rhythmic reading, dictation, and part singing. Prerequisites: successful completion of Advanced Placement Music Theory in high school, satisfactory score on the Music Placement Exam or a grade of C or better in MUSI 102 . Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUSI 134 .
  
  • MUSI 160 - Jane Froman Singers 1 hour


    The Jane Froman Singers, a select choral ensemble, is dedicated to the performance of advanced music ranging from Renaissance to contemporary works. Membership in the ensemble requires extensive rehearsal, performance, and travel. Students must complete four semesters of MUSI 160  or have obtained junior standing in order to take MUSI 360.
  
  • MUSI 170 - Show Choir 1 hour


    This lightly choreographed show choir ensemble performs music ranging from popular standards to contemporary works written especially for the group. Numbering around 12-16 voices, this group requires frequent performance at events on campus and in the community, as well as in featured cabaret style concerts each semester. Prerequisite: previous musical experience; audition required.
  
  • MUSI 171 - Applied Lessons Piano 1 hour


    The study of proper techniques of piano playing. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level.
  
  • MUSI 172 - Applied Lessons Piano 1 hour


    The study of proper techniques of piano playing. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level.
  
  • MUSI 174 - Class Piano I 3 hours


    Class instruction in basic techniques for students with no prior training in piano. Daily practice required. Part I of II.
  
  • MUSI 180 - Chamber Choir 1 hour


    The Chamber Choir serves as the primary lab choir for the beginning conducting class. The choir prepares and performs literature written for SSAA choirs (women) in odd spring semesters and TTBB choirs (men) in even spring semesters. Previous musical experience; audition required.
  
  • MUSI 181 - Applied Lessons Voice 1 hour


    The study of proper vocal techniques to enhance the production of the singing voice. Advanced courses extend the study and practice of proper techniques by using progressively technical vocal literature. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level. Prerequisite: ability to match pitch.
  
  • MUSI 182 - Applied Lessons Voice 1 hour


    The study of proper vocal techniques to enhance the production of the singing voice. Advanced courses extend the study and practice of proper techniques by using progressively technical vocal literature. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level. Prerequisite: ability to match pitch.
  
  • MUSI 183 - Musical Theater/Opera Workshop 1-3 hours


    Provides practical experience in the performance of opera and/or musical theater. The material to be performed is selected according to the abilities and potential of the students. Prerequisite: audition required.
  
  • MUSI 184 - Class Voice I 3 hours


    Elementary group lessons in voice. Basic vocal and music reading skills are addressed in addition to posture, breath control, tone production, and diction. Includes both group and individual singing of simple vocalizes and songs in English. Daily practice required. Part I of II. Prerequisites: ability to match pitch.
  
  • MUSI 223 - Music History I 3 hours


    The History, style and musical forms of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and the Seventeenth and Eighteenth centuries. Part I of II. Prerequisites: MUSI 134 , MUSI 135 .
  
  • MUSI 236 - Music Theory II 3 hours


    A continuation of MUSI 134 , expanding the tertian vocabulary to include all diatonic triads and secondary dominants, non-harmonic tones, diatonic seventh chords, and elementary modulation. Instruction includes binary and ternary forms. Prerequisites: a grade of C or higher in MUSI 134  and MUSI 135 . Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUSI 237 .
  
  • MUSI 237 - Aural Skills II 1 hour


    Students will pursue the development of musical independence, including sight singing, ear training, rhythmic reading, dictation, and part singing. A continuation of MUSI 135 . Prerequisites: a grade of C or higher in MUSI 134  and MUSI 135 . Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUSI 236 .
  
  • MUSI 273 - Applied Lessons Piano 1 hours


    The study of proper techniques of piano playing. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level.
  
  • MUSI 274 - Applied Lessons Piano 1 hour


    The study of proper techniques of piano playing. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level.
  
  • MUSI 275 - Class Piano II 3 hours


    A continuation of MUSI 174, must be taken continuously until the student has successfully completed the Piano Proficiency Exam. Daily practice required. Part II of II. Prerequisite: MUSI 174 .
  
  • MUSI 283 - Applied Lessons Voice 1 hour


    The study of proper vocal techniques to enhance the production of the singing voice. Advanced courses extend the study and practice of proper techniques by using progressively technical vocal literature. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level.
  
  • MUSI 284 - Applied Lessons Voice 1 hour


    The study of proper vocal techniques to enhance the production of the singing voice. Advanced courses extend the study and practice of proper techniques by using progressively technical vocal literature. Students must successfully complete each level twice before advancing to the next level.
  
  • MUSI 285 - Class Voice II 3 hours


    Intermediate group lessons in voice. Intermediate vocal and music reading skills are addressed in addition to posture, breath control, tone production and diction. Includes both group and individual singing of simple vocalizes and songs in the singing languages. Daily practice required. Part II of II. Prerequisite: MUSI 184  with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • MUSI 300 - Diction for Singers 3 hours


    This course introduces singers to the basic pronunciations of Italian, German, French and English as it applies to singing. Students will learn the International Phonetic Alphabet.
  
  • MUSI 322 - Masterpieces of Music 3 hours


    In-depth study of the lives and musical styles of great composers. No knowledge of music is required and students are not expected to perform in front of the class.
  
  • MUSI 323 - Music of the United States 3 hours


    Overview of the various types of music that have evolved through folk, popular and classical traditions in America from the Pilgrims to the present.
  
  • MUSI 326 - Music History II 3 hours


    The history, style and musical forms of the early Romantic through the 20th century and after. Part II of II. Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in MUSI 134 , MUSI 135 , MUSI 223 , MUSI 236 , and MUSI 237 .
  
  • MUSI 338 - Music Theory III 3 hours


    A continuation of MUSI 236, expanding the tertian vocabulary to all of the harmonic materials of tonal music. All diatonic and chromatic resources will be applied in creative projects. Instruction includes the formal structures of rondo, fugue, and sonata-allegro. Prerequisites: grade C or better in MUSI 236  and MUSI 237 . Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUSI 339 .
  
  • MUSI 339 - Aural Skills III 1 hour


    Students will pursue the development of musical independence, including sight singing, ear training, rhythmic reading, dictation and part singing. A continuation of MUSI 237 , to include the singing of more difficult tonal music to include modal, ethnic, and 19th and 20th century materials. Prerequisites: grade C or higher in MUSI 236  and MUSI 237 . Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUSI 338 .
  
  
  • MUSI 352 - Introduction to Vocal and Choral Literature 3 hours


    This course is designed to survey vocal and choral music literature from the perspective of historically significant masterworks and the utilitarian perspective of appropriateness for particular types of ensembles and educational settings. Skills of audition will be developed through guided practice in listening and score study. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MUSI 353 - Basic Conducting 3 hours


    This course is an introduction to basic conducting skills with an emphasis on the art and study of conducting, baton technique, left hand technique, non-verbal communication, leadership, conducting terminology, transpositions and score reading. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: MUSI 180 /MUSI 380  .
  
  • MUSI 354 - Choral Rehearsal Techniques 3 hours


    This course is organized around competencies every director of choral music should possess. Class readings, projects, activities, and discussions are designed to assist the student in acquiring these skills; concepts of teaching, rehearsing and administrating a choral program. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: MUSI 160  /MUSI 360 .
  
  • MUSI 355 - Advanced Conducting 3 hours


    A continuation of the conducting studies begun in MUSI 353   this course addresses the development of advanced choral conducting skills, score preparation, rehearsal techniques, performance practice, and baton technique. Prerequisite: MUSI 353 .
  
  • MUSI 360 - Jane Froman Singers 1 hour


    The Jane Froman Singers, a select choral ensemble, is dedicated to the performance of advanced music ranging from Renaissance to contemporary works. Membership in the ensemble requires extensive rehearsal, performance and travel. Students must complete four semesters of MUSI 160   or have obtained junior standing in order to take MUSI 360.
  
  • MUSI 370 - Show Choir 1 hour


    This lightly choreographed show choir ensemble performs music ranging from popular standards to contemporary works written especially for the group. Numbering around 12-16 voices, this group requires frequent performance at events on campus and in the community, as well as in featured cabaret style concerts each semester. Prerequisite: previous musical experience; audition required.
  
  • MUSI 380 - Chamber Choir 1 hour


    The Chamber Choir serves as the primary lab choir for the beginning conducting class. The choir prepares and performs literature written for SSAA choirs (women) in odd spring semesters and TTBB choirs (men) in even spring semesters. Prerequisites: previous musical experience; audition required.
  
  • MUSI 383 - Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop 1-3 hours


    Provides practical experience in the performance of opera and/or musical theater. The material to be performed is selected according to the abilities and potential of the students. Prerequisite: audition required.
  
  • MUSI 400 - Recital 1 hour


    This course is designed as the culminating experience for the music major. All recitals are preceded by a recital hearing six weeks prior to the recital date. A Passing grade for the hearing does not ensure a passing grade for the recital. The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree requires one 30-minute junior recital and one 60-minute senior recital. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: MUSI 284  or MUSI 274 .
  
  • MUSI 440 - Music Theory IV 3 hours


    A continuation of MUSI 338 , including an introduction to techniques of the modern era with an emphasis on analysis of traditional structured procedures. Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in MUSI 338  and MUSI 339 . Corequisite: concurrent registration in MUSI 441 .
  
  • MUSI 441 - Aural Skills IV 1 hour


    Students will pursue the development of musical independence, including sightsinging, ear training, rhythmic reading, dictation and partsinging. A continuation of MUSI 339  to include singing more difficult tonal music including modal, ethnic and modern materials. Aural study, including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony and extended tertian structures. Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in MUSI 338  and MUSI 339 . Corequisite: concurrent registration in MUSI 440 .
  
  • MUSI 490 - Recital 1 hour


    This course is designed as the culminating experience for the music major. All recitals are preceded by a recital hearing six weeks prior to the recital date. A passing grade for the hearing does not ensure a passing grade for the recital. The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree requires one 30-minute junior recital and one 60-minute senior recital. Offered fall and spring. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: MUSI 284  or MUSI 274 .

Naval Science (NSCI)

  
  • NSCI 1100 - Introduction to Naval Science 3 hours


    This course serves as an introduction to the organization of the Naval Service, the varied career opportunities available, the long held customs and traditions of the service and the duties of a Junior Officer.
  
  • NSCI 1200 - Seapower and Maritime Affairs 3 hours


    Seminars examine the application of seapower as an instrument of foreign policy by the major nations of the world. Emphasis placed on role of the Navy.
  
  • NSCI 2110 - Naval Ships Systems I 3 hours


    Ship construction, stability and damage control, basic thermodynamics, the steam cycle and engineering plant, including introduction to gas turbine, diesel and nuclear-powered systems.
  
  • NSCI 2130 - Evolution of Warfare 3 hours


    Evolution of strategy, tactics, weapons and leadership from earliest beginning through the Vietnam period. Development of military policy, the impact of warfare on the political, social and economic structure of nations.
  
  • NSCI 2210 - Naval Ships Systems II 3 hours


    Naval weapons systems, their employment and control, including the basic fire control problem, with emphasis on new systems.
  
  • NSCI 3120 - Marine Navigation 3 hours


    Theoretical and practical application of the principles of marine navigation. Includes fundamentals of dead reckoning, piloting, tides and current, celestial navigation and electronic navigation.
  
  • NSCI 3130 - Amphibious Warfare 3 hours


    History and development of amphibious warfare, principles of amphibious warfare techniques; their application in selected examples from modern.
  
  • NSCI 3140 - Leadership and Management 3 hours


    This course provides a basic understanding of the interrelationship between authority, responsibility and accountability within a task-oriented organization. Students learn to apply leadership and management skills to prioritize competing demands and to attain mission objectives. Students learn the importance of planning and follow-up. They develop a basic understanding of communication and counseling as it pertains to personnel management. Students gain basic understanding of effective leadership traits and how they should be applied to ensure accomplishment of a unit’s objectives. Graded on A/F basis only. Prerequisites: NSCI 3220  or NSCI 3130 ; sophomore standing.
  
  • NSCI 3220 - Naval Operations 3 hours


    Principles and concepts of naval operations: rules of the road, command and control in naval operations, communications, ASW warfare, international maritime law, and practical solution of relative motion problems. Prerequisite: NSCI 3120 .
  
  • NSCI 4940 - Leadership and Ethics 3 hours


    The curriculum provides a foundation in leadership, ethical decision making, the Law of Armed Conflict and the military justice system. Course explores ethical theories and helps students to build an ethical framework for decision making. Topic areas include: Kant, Utilitarianism, Stoicism, Constitutional Pardigm, Uniform Code of Military Justice and Law of Armed Conflict. Designed as a capstone course for juniors and seniors enrolled in NROTC it is open to all MU students. Prerequisite: junior standing.

Nursing (NURS)

  
  • NURS 208 - Nursing Fundamentals 6 hours


    This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of nursing across the lifespan and the role of the registered nurse. The nursing process will be utilized to identify and provide the building blocks of nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on developing skills needed to assess, implement and monitor selected nursing interventions and technologies. Concepts presented include beginning professionalism, therapeutic communication, documentation and information technology, life-span considerations, skills for supporting patient care, physical assessment, infection control, patient education, and safety and nursing interventions. These concepts are presented and practiced in the skills lab and in the clinical area. Prerequisites: Admission to the Bachelor Level Nursing program; BIOL 221 , BIOL 221L , BIOL 326 , BIOL 326L ; CHEM 109  or CHEM 110  and CHEM 112   (BSN). Prerequisite or CorequisiteBIOL 223  and BIOL 223L  (BSN). 
  
  • NURS 209 - Introduction to Nursing 6 hours


    This introductory course to nursing is designed to expose the student to the health care environment and to develop basic care skills. This course is required for those students applying to the nursing program. Important concepts and essential basic skills in clinical patient care for the beginning nursing student are discussed and practiced. Other topics include study skills, test-taking strategies, information technology, medical terminology, math assessment and communication skills. Students with nursing experience may be able to receive Credit for Prior Learning through a test-out process. A $50 testing fee will be charged. Prerequisites: BIOL 110 ; BIOL 110L ; CHEM 109  or CHEM 110  and CHEM 112  with a grade of C or higher. $50 lab fee.
  
  • NURS 210 - Fundamentals of Nursing 6 hours


    This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of nursing across the lifespan and the role of the registered nurse. The nursing process will be utilized to identify and provide the building blocks of nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on developing skills needed to assess, implement and monitor selected nursing interventions and technologies. Concepts presented include beginning professionalism, therapeutic communication, documentation, life-span considerations, basic introduction to skills for supporting patient care, physical assessment, infection control, patient education, safety and nursing interventions. These concepts are presented and practiced in the skills lab and in the clinical area. This nursing course is offered to nursing students at the campus site they regularly attend. The lecture portion of the course may be offered by in-classroom instruction or by interactive video classroom technology. Prerequisites: Admission to the ASN Level Nursing program; NURS 209  if applicable. $100 lab fee.
  
  • NURS 211 - Mental Health Nursing 3 hours


    This course is designed to provide the foundation for entry level competence in mental health nursing across the lifespan. Interpersonal, behavioral, psychosocial and communication concepts provide the basis for effective and therapeutic mental health nursing. Critical thinking skills and evidence based practice concepts are applied and analyzed. Emphasis is placed on selected pathophysiology and related care using the nursing process. Therapeutic communication skills within the nurse-patient-family relationship will be highlighted in the care of patients with psychosocial, substance dependence and other mental health deviations. Other topics integrated throughout the course are legal-ethical issues, patient education, pharmacological and sociocultural principles. Alternative therapies and treatments are investigated and discussed, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the professional nurse, including collaboration with other disciplines and organizations as resources and support mechanisms. This nursing course is offered to nursing students at the campus site they regularly attend. The lecture portion of the course may be offered by in-classroom instruction or by interactive video classroom technology. Prerequisites: Admission to either the Associate or Bachelor Level Nursing program; NURS 210  (ASN) or NURS 208  (BSN). Lab fees applicable.
  
  • NURS 212 - Pharmacology for Nursing 3 hours


    This course is designed to provide the nursing student with a sound basis for the clinical application of pharmacology. The basics of core drug knowledge, including pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, with patient-related variables affecting pharmacotherapy are presented. Emphasis is placed on learning drug classification by categories affecting various body systems and disease states. Legal aspects of drug administration, including nursing safeguards, are included. RN students who have had a previous Pharmacology course for nurses may apply for a course waiver.  If the RN student has not had a previous Pharmacology course, the student may choose to complete the test-out process, take this course in-seat, or take the course online. Prerequisites: Admission to either the Associate or the Bachelor Level Nursing program; NURS 209  and NURS 210 (ASN);  MATH 150 (BSN) . Corequisite: NURS 211  (ASN). Lab fees may apply.
  
  • NURS 213 - Foundations of Professional Nursing 6 hours


    This course is designed to provide the foundation for the role of the registered professional nurse. Nursing as a profession, nursing standards and legal-ethical issues in nursing are explored. Communication principles, nutrition and patient teaching continue to be discussed. Principles of medication administration, math as applied to medication administration, intravenous therapy and physical assessment skills are covered. Critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice concepts are applied to multiple nursing situations. General principles of caring for patients across the lifespan with common medical surgical health deviations are the clinical focus. Accompanying skills lab and clinical experiences are designed to increase the knowledge, judgement, skills level and professional behaviors in the nursing student. This nursing course is offered to nursing students at the campus site they regularly attend. The lecture portion of the course may be offered by in-classroom instruction or by interactive video classroom technology. Prerequisites: admission to the Nursing Program; NURS 210 , NURS 211 , NURS 212 . $75 lab fee.
  
  • NURS 300 - Foundations of Professional Nursing 6 hours


    This course is designed to provide the foundation for the role of the registered professional nurse. Nursing as a profession, nursing standards and legal-ethical issues in nursing are explored. Communication principles, nutrition and patient teaching continues to be discussed. Principles of medication administration, math as applied to medication administration, intravenous therapy and physical assessment skills are also covered. Critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice concepts are applied to multiple nursing situations. General principle of caring for patients across the lifespan with common medical surgical health deviations are the clinical focus. Accompanying skills lab and clinical experiences are designed to increase the knowledge, judgment, skills level and professional behaviors in the nursing student. Prerequisites: Admission to either the Associate or the Bachelor Level Nursing program; NURS 209 , NURS 210  , and NURS 212  (ASN) or NURS 208 NURS 212  and NURS 314  (BSN). Lab fees applicable.

     

  
  • NURS 301 - Medical Surgical Nursing I 6 hours


    This course is designed to integrate knowledge and skills from previous nursing courses to develop a progressing knowledge base in medical surgical nursing across the lifespan. Fluid and electrolytes and acid/base concepts are introduced. Common medical surgical health deviations are reviewed with an emphasis on pathophysiology, health promotion and nursing interventions. Principles of communication, patient teaching, pharmacology, nutrition and culture/ethnic/socially diverse concepts are integrated with these topics to develop critical thinking skills in patient care.  Introduction to leadership and management theories are presented. Prerequisites: Admission to either the Associate or Bachelor Level Nursing program; NURS 300  (BSN and ASN). Lab fees applicable.
 

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