Undergraduate Catalog 2018-19 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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MUS 3743 - Advanced Applied Performance Coaching 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Performance is to prepare music majors for a performance career or advanced graduate study in music. Students will engage in weekly 50 minute private lessons, master classes, and sessions on literature, diction, and performance practice as applicable to each instrument. Expectations for practice and improvement will be notably higher than 1000 level Applied Music. In addition, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by the department; and are required to perform in recitals, and prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations as detailed in the department handbook. Course may be repeated for credit. Course may not be added or dropped after the second week of class.
Music and Music Education majors only, see music department for enrollment form and consent.
Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Choral or Instrumental Activities.
Fee $350
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MUS 3900 - Independent Foreign Study in Music Credits to be arranged.
Registration by permission of department chair only.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
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MUS 4015 - Advanced Theory and Arranging 4 cr
Advanced Theory and Arranging builds upon the musicianship skills and knowledge acquired in the previous three semesters of the sequence. It also departs from common practice theoretical concepts to include a survey of compositional techniques developed in the 20th Century. The semester concludes with a study of the techniques of musical arrangement. Drawing on their theoretical background, students enlist their own creative knowledge to arrange pieces of music for various types of ensembles. Music sequencing software is employed so students may hear their own arrangements.
Prerequisite: MUS 3015
Fee $20
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MUS 4110 - Chamber Singers 0-1 cr
The Castleton Chamber Singers is a select SATB ensemble dedicated to preparing high quality repertoire suitable for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers perform a variety of works from Renaissance Motets and Madrigals, to Contemporary Choral Literature. Performances include concerts and tours with the University Chorale, special events, and off-campus venues. Membership is open to University Chorale members by audition in the fall and spring.
Prerequisite: Two semesters of MUS 3410
Fee $30
Every semester
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MUS 4210 - Chorus: University Chorale 0-1 cr
As one of Castleton's oldest traditions, the University Chorale is comprised of music majors, minors, and non-majors, bringing a wealth of diversity and energy to the ensemble. Chorale activities include concerts each semester at Castleton, choir retreats, a regional tour in the spring, and an international tour with other department ensembles every four years. The Chorale performs a wide repertoire from different eras and cultures, and combines with community instrumentalists to perform works of a larger scale. The University Chorale has done performances and workshops with noted artists including Francois Clemmons, Esau Pritchett, and Robert DeCormier. A voice placement is required for entrance. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: Two semesters of MUS 3610
Fee $50
Every semester
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MUS 4520 - Spartan Athletic Band 0-1 cr
The Spartan Athletic Band is comprised of students from every major on campus. No musical experience is necessary for this ensemble. Students will be able to perform in the color guard, drumline, or wind sections. Students will be required to cheer, dance, and perform during sporting events, as well as, perform in a full halftime show. Activities will include participation in home football games, various campus events, and parades.
Prerequisite: MUS 3520
Fee $50
Fall
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MUS 4620 - Wind Ensemble 0-1 cr
The Castleton University Wind Ensemble is one of the major performing ensembles on campus. The Wind Ensemble performs works in the traditional wind band repertoire as well as contemporary works of various styles. The ensemble is open to all instrumentalists at the university and select community members with a placement audition required at the beginning of the fall semester. The Wind Ensemble performs at fall commencement, spring concerts, and at local schools. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: Two semesters of MUS 3620
Fee $50
Every semester
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MUS 4630 - Jazz Ensemble 0-1 cr
The Castleton Jazz Ensemble is a high power big band. The group performs all genres of big band music including Swing, Be-Bop, Rock, Fusion, and Funk. Student arrangements and compositions are often featured. The group is open to all students; instrumentation includes: trumpets, saxophones, trombones and rhythm section (bass, keyboard, guitar and drums). The group performs on and off campus each semester. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: Two semesters of MUS 3630
Fee $50
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MUS 4720 - Senior Recital 0 cr
A capstone course in which the student synthesizes and publicly demonstrates the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the student's undergraduate study of music. This event will include a public presentation of representative literature in the student's primary applied area, a public lecture discussing this literature, and designing the program booklet and writing scholarly program notes.
Pass/No Pass only
Prerequisite: Fulfillment of all requirements outlined in the Music Department Handbook. Consent of department chair.
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MUS 4740 - Senior Seminar 2 cr
Directed study or research in music, leading to a public lecture or presentation. May be taken concurrently with MUS 3070 . Fulfillment of all other requirements for music majors.
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MUS 4810 - Orchestral Internship 1-3 cr
Practical experience with an orchestra or other large performance group.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
Prerequisite: Approval of department and orchestra or performance group. May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 4900 - Independent Study 1-3 cr
Hours by arrangement. May be repeated for credit.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
Prerequisite: Consent of department chair
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Nursing Other relevant courses may be found under Biology. |
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NUR 2012 - Health Assessment 4 cr
Synthesizing nursing knowledge with knowledge from the liberal arts and sciences, students will develop knowledge and skill in holistic methods of patient and family assessment, therapeutic communication, patient interviewing, data collection, medical terminology, and the documentation of assessment findings. Consideration will be given to age-related changes, normal and abnormal variations, and racial, ethnic, cultural and developmental differences. Analysis of information, critical thinking skills, and problem solving methods are emphasized in the identification of risk factors and other health patterns. Practical skills are applied in the laboratory and /or clinical setting. Students are expected to model and role model professional behaviors and acquire and refine the practical knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform a systematic, comprehensive health assessment, critically analyze findings, and thoroughly and accurately record findings.
BS.NUR majors only.
Prerequisite: BIO 2011 and NUR 1040 with grades of B- or better.
Fee $213
Spring
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NUR 2015 - Pathophysiology-Pharmacology I 3 cr
The first part of this two-semester course focuses on the pathogenesis and treatment of select diseases and disorders of the immune, cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine systems. The etiology and progression of disease and disorder states and the human response to such state changes will be examined. Student-learners are actively engaged to integrate previous knowledge to acquire and refine their understanding of disease and disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Principles of biochemistry, genetics, and genomics and their relationship to pathogenesis, pathophysiology, assessment findings, lab and diagnostic data, pharmaco-kinetics, -dynamics, and -therapeutics will be stressed. Patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, and the role of the nurse in providing safe, high quality and compassionate care are emphasized-particularly as it relates to the role of the nurse in safe medication administration. This course is designed to be taught in tandem with Adult Health Nursing I.
BS.NUR students only
Prerequisite: BIO 1030 and BIO 2125 with grades of B- or better.
Co-requisite: NUR 2025
$425 for ATI materials
Spring
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NUR 2025 - Adult Health Nursing I 5 cr
Using a human systems framework, student-learners in the first of this two-series course are engaged in the classroom, Simulation Center, and clinical setting to integrate knowledge from the sciences and liberal arts into the holistic and informed care of adult patients with select developmental and acute and chronic medical-surgical concerns (immune, hematologic, cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine). The knowledge, skills, clinical problem solving abilities, and professional attitudes necessary to provide safe, high quality, holistic care to adult and aging patients experiencing common health concerns are emphasized. Levels of prevention and the nursing process are applied in a variety of settings. This course is designed to be taken in tandem with Pathophysiology-Pharmacology I.
BS.NUR students only
Prerequisite: BIO 1030 , BIO 2125 , and NUR 2035 with grades of B- or better.
Co-requisite: NUR 2015
Fee $375
Spring
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NUR 2035 - Fundamentals of Nursing Practice 4 cr
Using a scientific problem-solving method to approach patient concerns, student-learners in this course learn to integrate and apply core knowledge from the liberal arts and sciences with the fundamental nursing knowledge, hands-on skills, and professional behaviors as the basis for providing safe, quality, and patient-centered care for individuals throughout the life span. Critical thinking, clinical problem solving, patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, patient safety, infetion control, teaching and learning, and mutually respectful communication are emphasized.
BS.NUR majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 2012 , BIO 2011 , BIO 2012 , PSY 1012 , PSY 1050 , and SOC 1010 with grades of B- or better.
Lab fee $425 to cover Virtual Hospital lab kit and ATI services.
Fall
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NUR 2210 - Transitions to Baccalaureate Nursing 3 cr
This 7.5 week immersive seminar will expose student-learners to the use of curricular and health information technology, college level writing, scientific notation, and the role of the baccalaureate-generalist. Contemporary and historical social trends as well as trends and issues in politics, economics, education, science and technology, and their influence on healthcare, the nursing profession, nursing practice, nursing education, and patient care will be explored. The role of the nurse as public representative, opinion leader, change agent, and professional and public advocate at the point of care and in the halls of influence will be emphasized. Student-learners will acquire and/or refine skills in the areas of computer and information literacy, written and oral methods of communication, on-line research methods and college level writing for the sciences. Features of Microsoft Word and Outlook and Moodle will be applied.
BS.NUR.RN students only.
Fall
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NUR 2220 - Health Assessment and Promotion 4 cr
This 7.5 week intensive course will assess and build on the basic knowledge, skills, and abilities of the registered professional nursing student in holistic methods of patient and family assessment, therapeutic communication, patient interviewing, data collection, medical terminology, and the documentation of assessment findings. Consideration will be given to functional patterns, age-related changes, normal and abnormal variations, and racial, ethnic, cultural and developmental differences. Emphasis will be placed on application of the nursing process and primary methods of prevention-risk reduction and health promotion. Analysis of information, critical thinking skills, and problem solving methods are emphasized in the identification of risk factors and other health patterns. Practical skills are applied in the laboratory and /or clinical setting.
BS.NUR.RN only
Fall
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NUR 2510 - Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing 3 cr
This course will explore inquiry and scholarship in nursing with a focus on providing students with foundational knowledge regarding critical appraisal and research utilization for its relevance and applicability to selected health care strategies and conditions. The course will also examine the basic elements of the research process and models for applying evidence in clinical practice to support nursing care and quality standards and foster analytical thinking that reduce the variations in patient care.
Nursing majors only
Prerequisite: MAT 1350 , NUR 2035 or NUR 2210 with grades of B- or better.
Fall
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NUR 3015 - Pathophysiology-Pharmacology II 3 cr
The second of this two-series course focuses on the pathogenesis and pharmacologic treatment of select nutritional diseases and disorders as well as diseases and disorders of aging, and the neurologic, sensory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, renal, and reproductive systems. The etiology and progression of disease and disorder states and the human response to such state changes will be examined. Student-learners are actively engaged to integrate previous knowledge to acquire and refine their understanding of disease and disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Principles of biochemistry, genetics and genomics and their relationship to pathogenesis, pathophysiology, assessment findings, lab and diagnostic data, and pharmaco-kinetics, -dynamics, and -therapeutics will be stressed. Patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, and the role of the nurse in providing safe, high quality and compassionate care are emphasized- particularly as it relates to the role of the nurse in safe medication administration. This course is designed to be taken in conjunction with Adult Nursing II.
BS.NUR students only
Prerequisite: NUR 2015 and NUR 2025 with grades of B- or better.
Co-requisite: NUR 3025
Fall
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NUR 3025 - Adult Health Nursing II 5 cr
Using a human systems framework, student-learners in the second of this two course series are engaged in the classroom, Simulation Center, and clinical setting to integrate knowledge from the sciences and liberal arts into the holistic and informed care of adult patients with select developmental and acute and chronic medical-surgical concerns (nutrition, gastrointestinal, sensory, musculo-skeletal, renal, genitourinary, and reproductive). The knowledge, skills, clinical problem solving abilities and professional attitudes necessary to provide safe, high quality, holistic care to adult and aging clients experiencing common health concerns are emphasized. Levels of prevention and the nursing process are applied in a variety of settings. This course is designed to be taken in tandem with Pathophysiology-Pharmacology I.
BS.NUR students only
Prerequisite: NUR 2015 and NUR 2025 with grades of B- or better.
Co-requisite: NUR 3015
Fee $375
Fall
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NUR 3065 - Nursing Informatics 3 cr
This course, an integration of nursing, computers, information science, and information literacy, introduces students to the essential role of reputable information and information technologies in improving patient care outcomes, nursing practice, and creating a safe care environment. Throughout this course students will have opportunities to organize, evaluate, and use health information and knowledge to critically appraise and use information technology to enhance evidence-based practice. The focus of discussions will include ethical considerations, information literacy, health information literacy, social networking tools, electronic health records, handheld computers, social media and e-portfolios in health care environments.
BS.NUR majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 2510 , NUR 3015 , and NUR 3025 , with grades of B- or better.
Spring
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NUR 3070 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing 5 cr
This 7.5 week immersive course integrates prior knowledge into patient-, family-and community-centered care of those individuals or aggregate groups with mental health concerns. Using a holistic approach, normal developmental concerns, common social and pathophysiologic concerns and conditions, and life threatening psychiatric-mental health concerns of patients across the lifespan and continuum of care are emphasized through clinical and didactic experiences. Care is delivered in a variety of settings and focuses on application of the nursing process and levels of prevention including but not limited to health promotion, risk reduction, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, suicide prevention, crisis management, addiction prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, grief counseling and supportive end-of-life care. Critical thinking, clinical problem solving, relationship-based care, inter-professional competence, evidence-based practice, patient safety, infection control, teaching and learning, advanced therapeutic communication techniques, family and interpersonal theories, and psychiatric-behavioral assessment methods are emphasized through clinical and didactic experiences.
BS.NUR majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 3015 and NUR 3025 with grades of B- or better.
Fee $375
Spring
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NUR 3075 - Public Health Nursing 5 cr
Through exposure to different empirical frameworks and active engagement in and outside of the classroom this 7.5 week immersive course will explore the complex myriad of beliefs, practices, and conditions that give rise to the health or vulnerability of individuals, families, communities, and aggregate populations. Integrating the concepts, theories and ethical frameworks and principles that serve as a foundation to the practice of public health with prior knowledge and skill, student-learners will gain skill, confidence and competence in applying the nursing process and levels of prevention to the culturally-appropriate care of a community and/or population. Interdisciplinary and multi-sectorial collaboration, critical thinking, clinical problem solving, population-centered care, evidence-based practice, community safety, epidemiology, teaching and learning, principles of social justice and mutually respectful communication are emphasized. Working with faculty and members of the interdisciplinary and multi-sectorial team, students acquire and refine their knowledge base, skills, and professional behaviors.
Nursing majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 3015 and NUR 3025 with grades of B- or better.
Spring, Summer
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NUR 3220 - Worldviews and Global Health 3 cr
The just and equitable distribution of risk and the tools used to lessen or ameliorate such risk and its subsequent human suffering are too often unaddressed or inadequately addressed, particularly when viewed through a narrow disciplinary lens. Students will conduct a systematic and comparative analysis of health, health disparities and health systems across the globe and the human-social-ecological conditions that give rise to health and health disparities. As well, using a biosocial approach, a select number of historical and contemporary global health concerns and the information, tools, and methods used to address such concerns will be critically examined. This course will be offered in a 7.5 week intensive, on-line format.
BS.NUR.RN students or permission
Fall
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NUR 4015 - Women's and Reproductive Health 5 cr
This course integrates prior knowledge into patient-centered care of women and those with reproductive health concerns across the life span and continuum of care. Using a developmental and systems-based approach, common age-related findings and concerns, pathophysiologic conditions and concerns, and life threatening conditions are explored. Key examples of conditions that are disproportionately found among women or for which the diagnosis or treatment may differ from men are highlighted. Care is delivered in a variety of settings and focuses on the application of the nursing process and levels of prevention including health promotion, risk reduction, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, palliation or end-of-life care. Critical thinking, clinical problem solving, patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, patient safety, infection control, teaching and learning, and mutually respectful communication are emphasized through clinical and didactic experiences.
BS.NUR students only
Prerequisite: NUR 3065 , NUR 3070 , and NUR 3075 with grades of B- or better
Fee $188
Fall
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NUR 4022 - Pediatric Health Nursing 5 cr
This course integrates prior knowledge into patient- and family-centered care of the pediatric patient (newborn through young adulthood). Using both a developmental and a systems-based approach, normal age-related finding and concerns, common pathophysiologic conditions and concerns, and life threatening concerns are emphasized. Care is delivered in a variety of settings and focuses on the application of the nursing process and levels of prevention including health promotion, risk reduction, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, palliation or end-of-life care. Critical thinking, clinical problem solving, patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, patient safety, infection control, teaching and learning, and mutually respectful communication are emphasized through clinical and didactic experiences.
B.S.NUR students only
Prerequisite: NUR 3065 , NUR 3070 , and NUR 3075 with grades of B- or better
Fee $188
Fall
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NUR 4030 - Management and Leadership in Nursing 4 cr
Through an actively engaged classroom, simulated learning experiences, case-based learning and/or field experiences, student-learners will learn about tools and measures used by nurses at the point of care to safely provide, manage, and coordinate care. Select empirical theories, models, and frameworks will be explored as the basis for understanding the complex legal, ethical, regulatory, economic, and political dynamics that influence organizational behavior, leadership-followership, and management within the health care environment. Professional engagement, managing change, systems thinking, and the interprofessional competencies-values, ethics, roles, responsibilities, effective communication, teams and team work are emphasized through clinical and didactic experiences. Direct and indirect clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunity to apply concepts, theories, and principles to the management and leadership role of the baccalaureate prepared registered professional nurse in the practice setting.
Nursing majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 3065 , NUR 3070 , and NUR 3075 with grades of B- or better.
Fall
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NUR 4220 - Healthy Aging 3 cr
This course explores the field of gerontology and the unique health needs of adults as they age. Student-learners explore pervasive stereotypes, myths, and biases about aging across time and culture with an emphasis on aging in a youth-centered culture. As well, students will engage in a critical comparison between perceptions of aging and reality from an informed bio-psycho-social perspective. Select demographic, social, cultural, ethical, financial, and environmental issues are addressed. Levels of prevention including end-of-life decision making and end-of-life care, as they pertain to the geriatric population, are explored. This course will be offered in a 7.5-week intensive format.
BS.NUR.RN students or permission
Prerequisite: NUR 2012 or NUR 2220
Spring
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NUR 4230 - RN Transition to Clinical Leadership Seminar 3 cr
This 7.5 week immersive, seminar provides RN-to-BS student-learners with an opportunity to prepare for the role of the nurse as a clinical leader in shaping health policy through engagement, advocacy and activism. Contemporary and historical social trends as well as trends and issues in politics, economics, education, science and technology and their influence on healthcare, the nursing profession, nursing practice, and patient care are discussed. Particular emphasis is given to understanding political systems, the political process, policy development, and the role of the nurse as public and professional representative, opinion leader, change agent, and professional and public advocate. Through collegial political discourse, professional engagement, critical analysis of policies and policy making, lobbying efforts, and activism students gain confidence in methods of presenting themselves as opinion and policy leaders to various public audiences.
BS.NUR.RN students only
Prerequisite: NUR 4030
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NUR 4240 - RN-to-BS Transitions to Clinical Leadership Practicum 3 cr
This capstone clinical experience provides the RN-to-BS student the opportunity to apply leadership and followership skills necessary to transition to the realities of formal and informal clinical leadership expected of the baccalaureate graduate. Students will work side-by-side with a registered nurse serving in a leadership-management position in a healthcare setting. Students will gain an understanding of and appreciation for the role of leader-manager as indirect care provider, change agent, role model, and professional and public advocate. Students are expected to fully engage with their preceptors in shaping the practice or practice environment by actively participating and contributing to select projects and processes that contribute to the Triple Aims (IHI, 2007)-improved population health/health outcomes, quality of the patient experience, and cost-effectiveness. Students must complete other degree requirements before completion of the capstone practicum.
BS.NUR.RN students only
Prerequisite: NUR 4220 and NUR 4030
Every semester
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NUR 4615 - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice 3 cr
This 7.5 week immersive, seminar provides pre-licensure student-learners with an opportunity to prepare for the transition from student to that of the baccalaureate-prepared registered nurse. Contemporary and historical social trends as well as trends and issues in politics, economics, education, science and technology and their influence on healthcare, the nursing profession, nursing practice, and patient care are discussed. Particular emphasis is given to understanding politics, the political process, policy development, and the role of the nurse as public representative, opinion leader, change agent, and professional and public advocate. Through collegial discourse, student-led seminars, mock interviews, lobbying efforts, and refinement of professional portfolios, students gain confidence in methods of presenting themselves to various public audiences.
BS.NUR majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 4015 , NUR 4022 , and NUR 4030 with grades of B- or better.
Spring
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NUR 4620 - Critical Health Care Nursing 4 cr
This 7.5 week immersive course integrates prior nursing knowledge with knowledge about care of those experiencing a critical illness or injury. Using a systems and population-based approach, select common critical health care needs of clients across the lifespan are explored in the classroom and Simulation Center. Experiences in the Simulation Center including clinical simulations, disaster drills, and training in advanced skills allow students the opportunity to cognitively rehearse, practice skills and gain valuable insight into the concerns of critically ill patients and their families and the patient care and care management issues that accompany a critical illness and/or injury.
BS.NUR only
Prerequisite: NUR 4015 , NUR 4022 , and NUR 4030 with grades of B- or better.
Spring
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NUR 4810 - Patient Care Management Capstone 5 cr
This 7.5 week capstone experience assists student-learners in the transition from academe to the realities of professional practice through guided preparation for the NCLEX-RN®, completion of a 4 week independent practicum, and completion of a professional portfolio. Students need to have successfully met course outcomes in NUR 4620 Critical Health Care Nursing and NUR 4615 Transition to Professional Nursing Practice with grades of B- or better prior to starting the practicum.
BS.NUR majors only
Prerequisite: NUR 4015 , NUR 4022 , and NUR 4030 with grades of B- or better.
Lab fee of $449 to cover the nursing pin and ATI services.
Spring
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Outdoor Educational Recreation Other relevant courses may be found under Physical Education. |
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OER 1131 - Rock Climbing 1 cr
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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OER 1133 - Rock Climbing and Rappelling 1 cr
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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OER 1150 - Winter Recreation and Camping 2 cr
Additional course fee. Please refer to the individual semester offerings for specific fees.
Spring
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OER 1170 - Ice Climbing 1 cr
The student will be exposed to the equipment, climbing safety and basic techniques of climbing. The course requires the student to be available for at least two weekend days to be determined by the instructor.
Fee $75.
Periodically
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OER 1180 - Introduction to Telemark Skiing 1 cr
The student will be exposed to the equipment and technique used in telemark skiing. This course meets at Pico ski area. Equipment is supplied.
Fee $150.
Periodically
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OER 1210 - Orienteering and Camping Skills 2 cr
Additional course fee. Please refer to the individual semester offerings for specific fees.
Fall
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OER 1211 - Adventure Education – Low Elements 2 cr
The Project Adventure Model-An interrelated and sequential approach to adventure education for the physical education class or any classroom environment. Students will learn cooperative warm ups, non-traditional games, trust activities, problem solving initiative, and will include involvement in a low ropes challenge course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Fee $15.
Spring
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OER 1212 - Adventure Education – High Elements 2 cr
The Project Adventure Model-An interrelated and sequential approach to adventure education for the physical education class or any classroom environment. Students will review some cooperative warm ups, non-traditional games, trust activities and problem solving initiatives. Majority of the class will include involvement in low and high ropes challenge course and related material i.e. knot tying, belaying, safety, etc.
Prerequisite: OER 1211 .
Fee $15.
Fall
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OER 1225 - Wilderness Canoe Tripping 1 cr
This class investigates the art of canoeing, through the lens of a wilderness canoe trip leader. Students learn to assess risk and manage it accordingly on a multi-day paddling trip. This involves group management, diverse paddling strategy, choosing and packing appropriate gear, camp set up, menu planning and cooking, route finding, canoe rescue and maintenance. The class culminates with a three-day paddling expedition in the Northeast wilderness. Each student leaves the course confident in his/her ability to lead a multi-day canoe trip through a variety of water types, including flat and white water. Students have the ability to appropriately instruct and monitor a group as they prepare for and engage in a canoe expedition.
Fee $125
Spring, 7 week course
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OER 1230 - Introduction to Mountain Biking 1 cr
This course gives the beginning mountain biker the basic skills necessary to navigate off road terrain. The student will be introduced to basic gear shifting, braking and bike control/handling. Students will be exposed to climbing and downhill techniques. A review of bike maintenance is included. Equipment is provided.
Fee $50
Fall
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OER 1240 - Fly Fishing 1 cr
This course introduces the student to the basics such as how to cast, fly selection, what to expect, how to read water, trout behavior, how to dress trout and trout identification. Basic fly tying techniques are covered. Equipment is provided and students must be available for a few weekend day trips.
Fee: $75.
Fall (First Half of Semester)
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OER 1320 - Back Country Skiing and Snowboarding 1 cr
This is a course for the skier or snowboarder who is ready to take their sport to the next level. Through hands on experience and engaging lecture and slide shows, the student will be given the knowledge to leave the groomed trail and enter into the back country and all it has to offer. The focus will be on wilderness touring and off resort alpine environments. The class will end with an overnight back country excursion. This class will prepare you for a career in winter wilderness recreation or a lifetime of back country endeavors. Two trips will be available, an alpine trip for snowboarders and alpine skiers and a wilderness ski touring trip.
Prerequisite: Ability to ski or snowboard at an advanced level and access to winter camping equipment highly recommended.
Fee $75.
Spring
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OER 2060 - Advanced Wilderness First Aid 3 cr
This course provides essential information for developing first aid skills while in the wilderness. Students receive an Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification from SOLO and an American Heart Association Adult CPR certification.
Fall
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OER 2170 - Primitive Survival Skill 2 cr
This course is designed to investigate northeastern wilderness environments and the relation to the modern adventurer, minimalist, or nature enthusiast. The course will abandon the technical rhetoric of modern adventure and delve into the lost art of the self-sufficient backcountry wisdom. Included is the study of the psychology of wilderness living and survival, primitive fire building, wilderness food preparation, emergency hunting and trapping, edible plant gathering and preparing g,cordage weaving, shelter construction, water purveying and filtration etc. The class will combine lecture with hands on instruction. The class requires a three day primitive skill “walkabout” in the remote regions of the Green Mountains and a 24 hour solo experience.
Fall
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OER 2220 - Theory of Outdoor Leadership 2 cr
This course provides an in depth understanding of industry standard leadership practices in the field of outdoor recreation. Students will have the opportunity to apply the leadership skills and theories discussed throughout the course in a practical setting. A large focus will be directed towards program planning, environmental stewardship, expedition behavior and effective teaching styles.
Fall
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OER 2310 - Winter Mountaineering 3 cr
This course provides essential information for survival and adventure in the wild during the winter months. Included is the study of living and survival, food preparation, shelter construction and group dynamics during winter expeditions. The class will combine lecture with hands on instruction. Included are required trips that include weekend and semester vacations. Equipment is provided.
Fee: $125.
Spring
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Physical Education Other relevant courses may be found under Allied Health Sciences. |
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AHS 1620 - Nutrition for Optimal Health and Wellness 3 cr
This course is designed to expose students to the basics of nutrition and the impact of diet on health and wellness. Students will be introduced to basic human physiology and the role of nutrition in optimal functioning of various physiological systems. The semester will begin with an introduction to basic physiology and basic carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism. Subsequent topics include hydration, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, supplements, and fad diets.
Fall
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PED 1015 - Introduction to Health and Physical Activity Promotion 3 cr
This course is an introduction to health and physical activity promotion in society, communities and schools. Discussion of health and physical activity promotion history, philosophy and ethics, career opportunities, recreation, and athletics are included.
Fall
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PED 1040 - Archery 1 cr
Fee $15
Fall (First Half of Semester)
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PED 1060 - Water Safety Instruction 2 cr
Spring
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PED 1070 - Fitness Swimming 1 cr
Main objectives of fitness swimming include: 1) refining and enhancing stroke techniques, 2) improving cardiovascular fitness (aerobic capacity), muscular strength, and muscular endurance, and 3) providing students with the skills and ideas to encourage competency in designing their own swimming work-outs.
Every semester, 7 week course
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PED 1140 - Yoga 1 cr
Frequently
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PED 1160 - Tennis 1 cr
Fee $15
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 1170 - Endurance Running 1 cr
This course assists participants in beginning or improving one's distance running, regardless of previous running experience. Proper body mechanics, equipment, care and prevention of injuries related to running, goal-setting, and various aspects of health are presented. Several systems of training are addressed.
Periodically, Fall (First Half of Semester) or Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 1180 - Golf 1 cr
Additional course fee. Please refer to the individual semester offerings for specific fees.
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 1210 - Badminton 1 cr
Fee $15
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 1215 - Football 1 cr
This class is designed to teach the skills needed to play football and develop the teaching methodology needed to coach football. Participation is required and will include peer teaching and lesson planning.
Spring
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PED 1220 - Basketball 1 cr
Spring (First Half of Semester)
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PED 1230 - Softball 1 cr
Spring (First Half of Semester)
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PED 1240 - Soccer 1 cr
Fall (First Half of Semester)
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PED 1250 - Indoor Soccer 1 cr
Spring (First Half of Semester)
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PED 1260 - Therapeutic Massage 1 cr
Periodically
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PED 1270 - Martial Arts 1 cr
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 1275 - Ultimate Frisbee 1 cr
Ultimate Frisbee is a fast-paced fun game that is played world-wide. This course is an introduction to the rules, basic skills, and strategies for playing ultimate frisbee. Course components include drills to improve individual skills and team play, modified games, and full-game play.
Periodically
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PED 1280 - Pickleball 1 cr
Pickleball is a sport similar to tennis played inside on a gymnasium floor. The dimensions of the court are the same as for badminton. It is a fast and exciting game that is physically challenging.
Fee $15
Periodically
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PED 1290 - Lacrosse 1 cr
This course is an introduction to the game of lacrosse. Participants learn the basic skills of the game including passing, catching, ground ball pick ups, cradling, shooting, defending and conditioning as well as strategies of play, rules, and game formations. A variety of drills are used to teach and improve basic techniques early in the course and progress toward game play. The course touches upon the differences between the men's game and the women's game, but the course is designed and played more like the women's game (without direct contact and use of helmets and other necessary equipment as in the men's game). Video is used to show both the men's and women's game.
Spring, 7 week course
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PED 1310 - Pilates 1 cr
An updated approach to the body conditioning system developed by the late Joseph H. Pilates. The exercises combine breath and controlled, precision movement to build core strength and stability. Taught in the Stott Pilates Style.
Periodically
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PED 1320 - Field Hockey 1 cr
An introduction to the sport of field hockey including skills, rules, officiating, lead-up games and coaching drills. Game strategy and conditioning is included.
Spring Second Half of Semester
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PED 1350 - Introduction to Sport Management 3 cr
This course is an investigation into the relationships, philosophies, goals, and missions within the management of athletic, recreation, and other sport programs. Areas of study include the history and evolution of sports management, current trends in the profession, career options and professional development, and an introduction to topical areas such as fund-raising, management, marketing, media outlets and the economics of sport. There is also a portion of the course dedicated to service-learning, in which students will partner with a community organization to provide services.
Every semester
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PED 1360 - Introduction to Ice Hockey 1 cr
This course is designed to teach the novice skater to play the game of ice hockey. Included is basic skating technique, stick handling and puck control, shooting and basic positioning. Helmets, gloves and sticks must be supplied by the student. It is possible to get skates at Rutland Regional Fieldhouse where the class is held. Student must supply their own transportation to Rutland Regional Fieldhouse.
Every semester, 7 week course
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PED 1410 - Reiki Plus 1 cr
REIKI is a complement to other therapies, never intended to replace conventional medical care, will not interfere with other modalities, can do no harm and is based on intention. REIKI is not a massage modality, but works on the Autonomic Nervous System, addressing mind, body spirit and is taught "hands-off." The class includes Level I and II REIKI attunements, additional training in smudging, dowsing, muscle testing, crystals, chakras, and singing bowls.
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PED 1610 - Concepts of Fitness and Skill Performance 2 cr
The course emphasizes the development and assessment of fundamental motor skills and fitness levels in physical education candidates. Students are required to demonstrate competent (mature) skill levels and Health Fitness Zone levels on the Fitness Gram for successful completion of this course.
Prerequisite:
Co-requisite: PED 1015
Fall
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PED 2010 - Beginning Swimming 1 cr
This course will focus on developing a variety of competencies required for proficient swimming, including body position, stroke technique, floating, treading water, and breathing. In addition, students will learn how to teach basic swimming skills with specific attention to instructional methods and safety considerations. Required physical education majors' swim exam will be administered in this course.
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 2020 - Teaching Games and Movement 1 cr
Students will explore teaching methods and the purpose for playing games in the elementary and secondary environment. Simulated lesson plans will students to understand and refine their teaching skills and knowledge about the use of developmentally-appropriate games.
Prerequisite: PED 2410 .
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PED 2050 - Volleyball 1 cr
Every semester, 7 week course
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PED 2055 - Coaching Volleyball 3 cr
This course investigates the fundamental principles and techniques of coaching volleyball. The student learns strategies for developing a coaching philosophy, coaching techniques, practice planning, game tactics, the rules of the sport and general team management.
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PED 2070 - Conditioning 2 cr
This course introduces the student to a variety of activities including speed and agility drills, strength training, circuits and cardiovascular training.
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PED 2072 - Advanced Strength and Conditioning 1 cr
This activity course is offered for individuals who have already achieved a high level of physical fitness but wish to participate in strength and conditioning activities to push themselves to an even higher level of fitness. The class will feature a variety of activities including speed and agility drills, strength training, circuits and cardiovascular training. It is recommended that each individual enter the course at a good level of fitness.
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 2090 - Principles and Practices of Coaching 3 cr
An introduction to the basic principles and practices of coaching to include the administration and organization of athletic programs. Emphasis is placed on methods of organizing and planning practices and games, evaluating and fitting equipment, budgeting, facilities, coaching responsibilities, legal issues and ethics. An investigation into the medical aspects of sports will be discussed with emphasis into conditioning techniques, injury prevention and treatment of athletic injury prevention.
Spring
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PED 2120 - Psycho-Social Aspects of Health, Physical Activity and Sport 3 cr
Examines the psychological and sociological frameworks of health, physical activity and sport for participants at all levels. Includes topics such as motivation, performance enhancement, group dynamics, aggression and socio-cultural influences.
Every semester
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PED 2130 - Horsemanship 1 cr
Additional course fee. Please refer to the individual semester offerings for specific fees.
Fall (First Half of Semester), Spring (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 2140 - Fitness Center Management 3 cr
This course is designed to explore and analyze current management practices in public, private, and corporate fitness centers. Topics to be considered include assessment practices, facility design, planning marketing, organizational aspects, and evaluation. Additionally, a review of certifications through various professional organizations and job opportunities will be discussed.
Prerequisite: Current CPR certification or permission of the instructor
Spring
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PED 2150 - Emergency Water Safety 1 cr
Spring (First Half of Semester)
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PED 2155 - Professional Rescuer Essentials 1 cr
This course is designed to give the student, who is currently certified as a Professional Rescuer, advanced skills including AED and Oxygen Therapy. Both lecture and laboratory environments will be utilized.
Fall
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PED 2160 - Emergency Care and Personal Safety 3 cr
Emergency Care is an American Red Cross Emergency Response Course based on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 1995 First Responder: National Standards Curriculum. This course will provide the participant essential information for developing the functional first aid capabilities of a first responder. As a crucial link in the EMS system, first responders evaluate and treat patients until more advanced medical help can arrive. This course does not provide state licensure for ambulance personnel.
Fee $15.
Every semester
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PED 2170 - Lifeguarding 2 cr
Spring, Full Semester
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PED 2180 - Coaching Soccer 3 cr
This course investigates the fundamental principles and techniques of coaching soccer. Included within the context of the course, the student will learn correct techniques for coaching skills, developing practices, scouting reports, game plans, conditioning programs, and budgets. The student will also learn rules and nomenclature of soccer, refereeing systems, team management techniques, and preparation of statistics. This course is an NSCAA Regional Diploma course.
Fee $60.
Fall
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PED 2190 - Principles of Coaching Ice Hockey 3 cr
This course will focus on the strategy and theory of coaching ice hockey. The facets of the game discussed will be practice and season planning, appropriate instruction of hockey skills, offensive and defensive tactics, scouting, office and defensive systems, mental training, special teams, goaltending, statistics and coaching professionally. The course will prepare the students to be certified in both Level I (initiation) and 2 (associate) of the USA Hockey Coaching Education Program.
Spring
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PED 2210 - Physical Methods of Stress Management 1 cr
Every semester, 7 week course
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PED 2220 - Coaching Basketball 3 cr
This course encompasses all aspects of basketball and the variety of philosophies and teaching methods that can be used. The rules of the game, different offensive and defensive strategies, organization of a program and the positive and negative aspects of the coaching profession will be topics of study.
Fall
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PED 2230 - Beginning Scuba 1 cr
Additional course fee. Please refer to the individual semester offerings for specific fees.
Periodically
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PED 2240 - Coaching Baseball and Softball 3 cr
This course will investigate the fundamental principles and techniques of coaching baseball and softball. Included within the context of the course, the student will learn correct techniques for coaching skills, developing practices, game plans, conditioning programs, and budgets. The student will also learn rules and nomenclature of baseball and softball, team management techniques, and preparation of statistics.
Periodically
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PED 2250 - Timid Swim 1 cr
Spring (First Half of Semester)
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PED 2260 - Gymnastics/Stunts and Tumbling 1 cr
Fall (Second Half of Semester)
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PED 2270 - Racquetball 1 cr
Periodically
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