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MUS 1410 - Applied Music - Viola 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1420 - Applied Music - Cello 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1430 - Applied Music - String Bass 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1440 - Applied Music - Piano 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1460 - Applied Music - Classical Guitar 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1466 - Applied Music - Electric Guitar 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1467 - Applied Music - Electric Bass 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1470 - Applied Music - Voice 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1475 - Applied Music - Euphonium 1 cr
The purpose of Applied Music is to prepare students for either a performance career, mastery of an instrument in preparation for teaching, or advanced graduate study in music. In addition to the practice and preparation required for weekly lessons, students are required to attend recitals and concerts sponsored by or as designated by the department. Students are required to perform on recitals, prepare juried examinations and proficiency examinations. Reserved for music majors and minors only. NOTE: See music department for enrollment form and consent. May be repeated for credit. Course may NOT be added or dropped after the second week of classes.
Fee $350 per credit.
Every semester.
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MUS 1510 - Spartan Drumline 0-1cr
The Spartan Drumline is comprised of music majors, minors, and non-majors. Students will practice and perform on marching percussion, as well as learn techniques appropriate to the instrumentation of the ensemble. Enrollment is limited to those with previous musical experience, not limited to percussion, or instructor’s consent. Activities may include participation in selected winter athletic contests as well as various campus events. The drumline is an extension of The Spartan Marching Band, and may be repeated for credit.
Lab fee $ 50.
Every semester
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MUS 1520 - Spartan Marching Band 0-1 cr
The Spartan Marching Band is comprised of music majors, minors, and non-majors. Students will practice and perform in a uniformed collegiate marching band, as well as learn techniques appropriate to the instrumentation of the ensemble. Enrollment is limited to those with previous musical experience, or instructor’s consent. Activities will include participation in home football contests, various campus events, and possible parades. The Spartan Marching Band may be repeated for credit.
Lab fee $ 50.
Fall
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MUS 1530 - Spartan Spirit Band 0-1 cr
The Spartan Spirit Band is comprised of music majors, minors, and non-majors. Students will practice and perform at athletic events for select men’s and women’s basketball and hockey. Enrollment is open to everyone with previous musical experience, or consent of the instructor. The Spirit Band in an extension of The Spartan Marching Band, and may be repeated for credit.
Lab fee $ 50.
Spring
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MUS 1550 - Jazz Combos 0-1 cr
The Jazz Combos at Castleton are small ensembles consisting of four to eight members in which the students learn improvisational skills through the performance of classic jazz standards.
Every Semester.
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MUS 1730 - Special Performance 1 cr
Designed for the student engaged in musical activities not otherwise sponsored by the Music Department.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Music Department. May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1740 - Applied Performance Coaching 1 cr
Individual musical performance coaching with a chamber music specialist and/or professional accompanist. Must be taken concurrently with the applied lessons in the primary applied area. May be repeated for credit.
Fee $350.
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MUS 2020 - Instrumental and Vocal Arranging 3 cr
This course covers elementary techniques of arranging for instruments and voices, including ranges, transpositions, and idiomatic usage.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 or consent of instructor.
Spring
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MUS 2030 - Early Field Experience in Music Education 1 cr
This course is designed to provide music education students with an opportunity to observe teachers and children in the school environment. It should be taken concurrently with MUS 1090 . A minimum of 30 hours of field observation, study and participation are required. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite: MUS 1090 or concurrent enrollment.
Spring
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MUS 2031 - History of Western Music: Ancient to Baroque 3 cr
A study of the forms and styles of music from medieval chant to the music of Bach. An emphasis is placed on experiencing the music through listening and, where possible, participation.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 , MUS 1232 or consent of instructor.
Fall, odd years
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MUS 2032 - History of Western Music: Classical to Modern 3 cr
A study of Western music from Mozart and Haydn to the present.
Prerequisite: MUS 1232 or concurrent enrollment.
Spring, even years
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MUS 2051 - Conducting I 3 cr
Basic elements of conducting skills explored through practical application. Two class periods.
Spring
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MUS 2052 - Conducting II 3 cr
A further development of the student’s conducting skills, including the experience of conducting a major choral or instrumental ensemble.
Prerequisite: MUS 2051 or consent of instructor.
Fall
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MUS 2060 - Introduction to Exceptional Populations in Music Education 3 cr
This course examines the development and special needs of children and adolescents who have mental retardation, learning disabilities, speech and language disorders, emotional disturbance, physical disabilities, sensory disabilities, intellectual giftedness and talents, or other exceptionalities. The evolution of special education law and its implications for inclusion of exceptional students into music classroom environments is also investigated.
Fall, even years
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MUS 2110 - Vocal Pedagogy 2 cr
Tone production, breathing, diction, intonation, and similar vocal problems are explored.
Spring, even years
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MUS 2115 - Jazz Pedagogy 2 cr
The class focuses on the practical and musical aspects of teaching jazz from elementary general music to high school vocal and instrumental jazz ensembles. Subjects studied include the history of jazz, significant performers and composers, vocal and instrumental ensemble setups, rehearsal techniques, repertoire, rhythm section techniques, equipment, recommended recordings, and teaching rationales.
Fall, odd years
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MUS 2120 - String Instrument Teaching Methods 2 cr
Basic techniques of violin, viola, cello and double bass. Selection and presentation of teaching materials.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 or concurrent enrollment.
Fee: $30.
Spring, Even Years
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MUS 2130 - Woodwind Instrument Teaching Methods 2 cr
Description: Basic techniques of flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone and bassoon. Selection and presentation of teaching materials.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 or concurrent enrollment.
Fee $30.
Fall, Odd Years
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MUS 2140 - Brass Instrument Teaching Methods 2 cr
Description: Basic techniques of trumpet, horn, trombone and tuba. Selection and presentation of teaching materials.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 or concurrent enrollment.
Fee: $30.
Spring, Odd Years
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MUS 2230 - Woodwind Quintet 0-1 cr
This course involves development of performance skills through the study of woodwind quintet literature of varying historical and compositional styles and levels of difficulty. Attention will be given to ensemble competencies such as tuning, balance, sight reading, and interpretation. Coursework will culminate in a public performance.
Fee: $25.
Every semester
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MUS 2240 - Percussion Instrument Teaching Methods 2 cr
Basic techniques of snare drum, tympani, mallet instruments and other instruments of the percussion battery. Selection and presentation of teaching materials.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 or concurrent enrollment.
Fee $30.
Fall, Even Years
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MUS 2313 - Music Theory III 3 cr
More intensive exercises in part-writing, composition and counterpoint.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 and MUS 1232 or consent of instructor.
Fee $10.
Spring
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MUS 2314 - Music Theory IV 3 cr
Intensive study of chromatic harmony and Twentieth Century composition techniques.
Prerequisite: MUS 1231 , MUS 1232 , MUS 2313 or consent of instructor.
Fee $10.
Fall
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MUS 3010 - Studies in Music 3 cr
A course of changing content: an intensive study of a particular composer (e.g., Mozart, Beethoven, Stravinsky), era (Baroque, Romantic, Contemporary), genre (jazz, computer music, film music) or other topic in the field of music as announced in the course schedule. May be repeated for credit with consent of department chair.
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MUS 3070 - Collegium Musicum 3 cr
The student researches, compiles, rehearses, and performs at least one semi-public concert during the semester. The student is given experience in estimating ability of available musicians, recruiting the musicians, and performing the music.
Prerequisite: Consent of the Music Department.
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MUS 3165 - Methods of Teaching Elementary Music 3 cr
The purpose of this course is to develop teaching skills necessary for working in both performance based and non-performance based elementary school learning environments. Content standards and activities that are age- appropriate for elementary students will be explored. Requires a minimum of 15 hours of field observation, study and participation.
Prerequisite: MUS 1090 - Foundations of Music Education or permission of instructor.
Fall, even years
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MUS 3166 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Music 3 cr
The purpose of this course is to develop teaching skills necessary for working in both performance based and non-performance based learning environments. Content standards and activities that are age- appropriate for secondary students will be explored. Requires a minimum of 15 hours of field observation, study and participation.
Prerequisite: MUS 1090 - Foundations of Music Education or permission of instructor.
Fall, odd years
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MUS 3250 - Assessment of Musical Experiences 3 cr
This course addresses the unique issues involved in the assessment of general music, choral, and instrumental programs. Students will focus on the assessment of learners as performers, creators, and responders. Specific areas of study will include aural skills testing, auditioning, ensemble adjudication, written measures of assessment, and MENC National Standards for Music Education.
Prerequisite: MUS 3165 , MUS 3166 , or permission of instructor.
Fall, odd years
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MUS 3400 - Applied Conducting 1 cr
Prerequisite: Conducting I and II, permission of instructor.
Lab fee $ 350.
Every semester
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MUS 3450 - Instructional/Music Application of Computers 3 cr
Students will study and use different applications of computers that enhance a student's ability to learn and to express ideas. Topics will include integrated software packages, music specific applications, multi-disciplinary integration, and an introduction to multi-media (experience with a word processor is recommended). This course fulfills the Gen Ed computing requirement at the Bachelor's level.
Fall, even years
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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 4110 - Chamber Singers 0-1cr
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 Collegiate Chorale, special events, and off-campus venues. Membership is open to Collegiate Chorale members by audition in the fall and spring. May be repeated for credit.
Fee $30.
Every Semester
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MUS 4610 - Seminar in Teaching Music 1 cr
The seminar prepares the music student for the student teaching experience, supports the student during the experience, and introduces or reviews competencies associated with the role of the professional music educator. Preparation of the teacher licensure portfolio is emphasized. Pass/ No Pass.
Prerequisite: Taken concurrently with student teaching.
Every semester
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MUS 4720 - Senior Recital 1 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.
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 4871 - Directed Student Teaching I 6 cr
This course is an opportunity for the student to teach under the guidance of a qualified cooperating teacher and college supervisor. Students seeking teacher licensure in pre K-12 Music must apply, qualify, and be admitted to student teaching. This course is taken concurrently with MUS 4872 and MUS 4610 .
Prerequisite: Completion of required major courses and GPA, departmental recommendation, professional and intellectual competencies as stated within the application requirements.
Spring
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MUS 4872 - Directed Student Teaching II 6 cr
This course is an extension of student teaching in music for licensure in pre K-12 Music. This course must be taken concurrently with MUS 4871 and MUS 4610 .
Spring
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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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NUR 1211 - Foundations of Nursing I 6 cr
Designed for novice nursing students, this course introduces the nursing process with an emphasis on the use of therapeutic communication in the assessment of individuals to determine nursing interventions that promote health and assist individuals to maintain optimal health. The focus is the study of individuals throughout the life cycle with a concentration on the six basic needs of the human condition: oxygenation, regulation, nutrition, elimination, motor-sensory and psychosocial aspects. Learning experiences include the classroom, simulated learning environment, and clinical practice in long term and community hospital settings.
Four hours of class, four hours clinical, and two hours of lab weekly.
Prerequisite: with a minimum grade of "C+". (AS nursing students may take BIO 2011 as a co-requisite.)
Lab fee $279 to cover name badge, uniform patches, Virtual Hospital kit, and ATI services.
Fall
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NUR 1212 - Foundations of Nursing II 7 cr
This course focuses on the study of individuals with common health problems resulting from one or more unmet basic needs. Emphasis is placed on the provision of safe, quality, patient-centered nursing care of individuals based on comprehensive assessment and diagnosis. Learning experiences include the classroom, simulated learning environment, and clinical practice in long term and community hospital settings.
Prerequisite: NUR 1211 with a grade of "C+" or better, BIO 2011 with a grade of "C+" or better. (AS nursing students may take BIO 2012 as a co-requisite.)
Lab fee: $266 to cover Virtual Hospital kit, and ATI services.
Spring
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NUR 2020 - Issues in Nursing 2 cr
This course emphasizes the personal and professional accountability of becoming a member of the discipline of nursing that include the professional standards of moral, ethical, and legal conduct. The relationship among lifelong learning, continued competency, and advanced education is highlighted. Students are introduced to the personal, professional, occupational, and environmental risks that impact personal and professional behaviors. Current issues and trends are explored in relation to the historical development of each. Learning experiences include a field trip and the classroom with guest speakers from regulatory and professional nursing associations.
Prerequisite: with a minimum grade of “C+” .
Co-requisite: or ,
Spring
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NUR 2111 - Mental Health Nursing 4
This course provides a concentrated experience in the specialty area of mental health nursing by addressing the nursing care of pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients with a variety of psychiatric disorders and mental health needs to include those related to crisis, addition, and suicide. Emphasis is placed on using effective therapeutic communication techniques, completing a psychiatric nursing assessment, and maintaining patient safety as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the care of individuals with mental health needs. Learning experiences include the classroom, simulated learning environment, and patient care settings.
Prerequisite: NUR 1212 , BIO 2011 , BIO 2012 , and A grade of "C+" or better must be received on each prerequisite course.
Co-requisite: or
Every semester
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NUR 2112 - Maternal Child Nursing 5 cr
This course provides experiences in maternity and pediatric nursing by addressing the nursing care of children and pregnant, birthing, and postpartum women and their newborns. The provision of nursing care of children with acute and chronic illness includes promotion of optimal growth and development in this population. Emphasis is placed on setting priorities based on comprehensive nursing assessment as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Learning experiences include the classroom, simulated learning environment, and patient care settings.
Prerequisite: , BIO 2011 , BIO 2012 , BIO 2125 . A grade of "C+" or better must be received on each prerequisite course.
Co-requisite: or
Every semester
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NUR 2113 - Nursing of Adults I 5
The focus is the study of individuals with acute and chronic health problems that occur when the ability to meet one or more basic needs is severely compromised. Students will apply the nursing process in health care promotion, health restoration, and health maintenance with a focus on patient outcomes. Students explore the role of clinical microsystems in assuring safe, quality healthcare. Learning experiences include the classroom, simulated learning environment, and patient care settings.
Prerequisite: , , , and with grades of "C+" or better.
Co-requisite: or
Lab fee $266 to cover Virtual Hospital kit, and ATI services.
Fall
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NUR 2114 - Nursing of Adults II 5 cr
This final clinical course emphasizes the application of the nursing process in the care of patients with increasingly more complex acute and chronic health problems. Students set priorities in the role of manager of care based on the best current evidence and evaluation of nursing sensitive outcomes. Promotion of factors that create a culture of safety and caring within the clinical microsystem is emphasized. Learning experiences include the classroom, simulated learning environment, and patient care settings.
Prerequisite: with a grade of "C+" or better.
Co-requisite:
Lab fee of $296 to cover nursing pin, Virtual Hospital kit, and ATI services.
Spring
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NUR 3010 - Health Promotion and Protection 3 cr
The course focus is individuals' health and wellness across the lifespan. Health values, beliefs, and personal preferences are examined to determine their impact on attitudes and practices. Health data and risk factors are evaluated to establish health deficits. Health promotion models serve as the framework to identify evidence-based nursing interventions to influence individuals' health promotion and health protection. Intervention strategies are actualized through the principles of learning that include assessment of learning style and determinants of learning prior to the use of effective teaching strategies. Emphasis is placed on the role of the nurse as advocate and change to support optimal health outcomes for individuals as members of a family. Evidence-based findings are critically examined and applied in the process of planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions at the primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention.
Prerequisite: NUR 3050 and with grades of "C+" or better, and an unencumbered RN license in the State of Vermont.
Fall
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NUR 3020 - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice 2 cr
This course is foundational for students moving to the role of the baccalaureate generalist nurse. Students with a variety of nursing experiences will come together to examine advocacy, empowerment, life-long learning and self-renewal in an evolving nursing career. The characteristics of and barriers to professionalism are examined. Representative nursing philosophies, conceptual models and theories are explored to consider how each works to guide the practice of nursing. Through development of a written philosophy of nursing, each student has the opportunity for personal reflection about role change and career development associated with educational advancement in nursing and the role of the professional nurse within the health care delivery system.
Prerequisite: An unencumbered RN license in the State of VT.
Co-requisite:
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NUR 3030 - Health Assessment 3 cr
A practical application of health assessment, this course focuses on techniques of history taking, including environmental exposure and genetic risks, and physical examination in a cross-cultural, patient centered context. Using a systems approach, students conduct focused and comprehensive assessments of essentially well individuals across the lifespan. Students will describe findings and differentiate normal from atypical or abnormal. Laboratory and clinical experiences provide opportunities for students to integrate communication, assessment and clinical judgment skills as the basis for nursing intervention and practice. A clinical practicum of 8 hours is required.
Prerequisite: , and with minimum grades of "C+" and an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT.
Co-requisite:
Fall
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NUR 3040 - Pathophysiology 3 cr
The focus of this course is the pathogenesis of disease leading to alterations of human body structure and function across the lifespan. Student examine the etiology and progression of disease and disorder states from the micro (cellular) and macro (organ) levels and the human response to such change. Students integrate and apply pathophysiological concepts to patient care through the development of primary, secondary, and tertiary interventions to attain, maintain, and retain optimal health. Patient centered care based on ethical principles, behaviors and values will be explored as it pertains to pathophysiological disorders.
Prerequisite: and with minimum grades of "C+" and an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT.
Co-requisite:
Fall
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NUR 3050 - Pharmacology for Nurses 3 cr
This course provides an essential foundation for the nursing care of patients receiving pharmacologic agents for the prevention and management of alterations in biophysical and psychosocial function. Its focus is the role of the nurse in promoting the achievement of safe and quality outcomes for patients receiving these therapies. Content is systems focused and emphasizes evidence based thinking and clinical decision making in relationship to the basic principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, diagnostics, and the nursing management of patients receiving commonly prescribed therapies.
Prerequisite: with a minimum grade of "C+" or an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT.
Co-requisite: or ,
Spring
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NUR 4010 - Family Health Nursing 3 cr
The focus of this course is on the family as client. The framework for investigation and assessment is family systems theory combined with a development life-cycle approach. Cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, and socioeconomic variables that strongly influence family life are analyzed. Advanced communication skills and critical thinking are emphasized as students are challenged to critique the best current evidence and family theory in delivering compassionate care to selected families that reflect patient and family preferences. A clinical practicum of 42 hourse is required.
Prerequisite: , , with minimum grades of "C+", an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT and the state practicum location (if not VT).
Spring
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NUR 4030 - Management and Leadership in Nursing 3 cr
This course provides the basis for understanding leadership and management principles as they relate to the delivery of health care. Emphasis is placed on understanding how the use of leadership and management theories can create a positive difference in the quality of nursing practice. Selected management and leadership models, concepts, and theories are explored. Emphasis is placed on ethical decision-making and the enhancement of communication skills to effectively work with groups and organizations. A clinical practicum of 42 hours of experience is required.
Prerequisite: NUR 3050 , with minimum grades of "C+" and an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT and the state of practicum (if not VT).
Fall
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NUR 4510 - Community Health Nursing 6 cr
The capstone course focuses on community and public health nursing concepts and theories in relation to population-focused health care in diverse settings. Students incorporate the principles of epidemiology and the art and science of nursing to reduce genetic and environmental risk, prevent disease, and promote health in vulnerable aggregates and poplulations. As advocates for social justice, students collaborate with community partners in service learning activities with the ultimate goal of eliminating health disparities. A clinical practicum of 126 hours in required.
Prerequisite: An unencumbered RN license in the State of VT and the state of practicum location if not VT.
Co-requisite: ,
Spring
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NUR 4610 - Healthcare Policy, Finance and Regulation 3 cr
This interdisciplinary course offered to nursing, business, and political science students, focuses on how healthcare, finance, and regulation policies and legislative processes influence nursing practice and the nature and functioning of the healthcare system in the United States. Students will examine the business principles that underlie how healthcare is organized and financed. The implications of healthcare policy on issues of access, equity, affordability, and social justice in healthcare delivery will be highlighted. Students have opportunities to participate in political processes to influence healthcare policy at the local, state, or national level.
Nursing, Business and Political Science majors.
Co-requisite: Co-requisite for nursing students:
Spring
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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 Full Semester*
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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 Full Semester
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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.
Fees: $125.
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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.
Fees: $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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PED 1015 - Introduction to Health and Physical Education 3 cr
This course is an introduction to the profession of physical education and health education. Discussion of physical education and health education history, philosophy and ethics, career opportunities, recreation, and athletics are included.
Fall
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PED 1040 - Archery 1 cr
Fall (First Half of Semester)
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PED 1060 - Water Safety Instruction 2 cr
Spring Full semester
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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.
Fall y, Spring y
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PED 1140 - Yoga 1 cr
Frequently
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PED 1160 - Tennis 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 1170 - Jogging 1 cr
Fall (First Half of Semester), 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
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 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 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.
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 y
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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 1350 - Introduction to Sports Administration 3 cr
This course is an investigation into the relationships, philosophies, goals, and missions within the administration of athletic, recreation, and physical education 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 significant portion of class dedicated to service-learning, in which students will partner with a community organization to provide administrative 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.
Fall y, Spring First Half of Semester
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