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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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MUS 0469 - Applied Conducting
2 Credit Hours
Reinforces fundamentals of conducting, including, but not limited to, irregular beat patterns, baton technique, and non-baton technique along with factors in interpretation, score reading, and rehearsal procedures for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Course Charge: $160.00 Music Special Course Chg, $20.00 Music Equip Maintenance Chg Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department.
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MUS 0491 - Internship in Music Industry
Fall, Spring & Summer 3-4 Credit Hours
For music majors. Includes the application of materials and fundamentals in a real world experience. Students will choose from the areas of: arts or artist management, music retail, arts related manufacturing and sales, recording industry and technology, theatrical industry and contemporary church music ministry for cooperative experience. Course Charge: $10.00 Music Equip Maintenance Chg Prerequisites: MUS 0410 , MUS 0412 , MGMT 0350 . Course may be repeated one time for a maximum of six credit hours.
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MUS 0498 - Advanced Topics in Music
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
For upper division music majors or related majors. Topics and methods not included in other courses. Permission of instructor is required. Course Charge: $10.00 Music Equip Maintenance Chg
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MUS 0499 - Independent Study
Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed for the individual who desires to explore a topic more completely than can be done in a regular course offering. Course Charge: $10.00 Music Equip Maintenance Chg Prerequisite: See General Regulations in the catalog.
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MUS 0501 - Southern Symphony Orchestra
Fall, Spring 1 Credit Hour
The Southern Symphony Orchestra studies and performs works from all periods of music, appropriate to the instrumentation of the ensemble. It is designed to provide quality performance experience in chamber and full orchestra settings, studying and performing standard orchestral repertoire. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0508 - Middle School/Secondary Choral Methods
3 Credit Hours
Designed to formulate principles for directing middle school and secondary choral ensembles. Topics include the history/philosophy of choral singing in America; vocal technique within the choral rehearsal; choral decorum regarding tone, diction, intonation, balance, blend, musicality, and stage deportment; principles of IPA; the changing voice; the development and evaluation of a choral program; concert programming; choral score study; and rehearsal techniques.Podium time for ensemble vocalization and rehearsal, along with 5 hours of onsite observation, will provide the aspiring choral conductor the opportunity for guided experience, and see its practicality firsthand, when conducting middle school and secondary choral ensembles. Course Charge: $120.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0509 - Choral Literature I (Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque)
2 Credit Hours
Covers the major composers, forms, styles, music, and performance practices of choral music from the Medieval Period to the Baroque periods. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0511 - Marching Band Methods
Fall-Odd 2 Credit Hours
Designed to formulate skills involved in the planning and teaching of a public school marching band. Designed to help the post baccalaureate instrumental music pedagogue, this class will prepare students to teach the public school marching band at the highest levels. Topics include dealing with philosophy, curriculum, rehearsal planning, effective teaching, administration, arranging, drill writing, and show design. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0515 - Woodwind Literature and Pedagogy
Spring-Odd 2 Credit Hours
Designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of teaching and performance techniques for woodwind instruments. Students will develop a pedagogical knowledge of private woodwind instrument teaching including student motivation, tone production, technique, articulations, transpositions, and a survey of literature. Topics include the historical development of woodwind instruments, repertoire and pedagogy, the study of pedagogical literature, and proper performance practices for each historical period and genre studied. The course will focus on developing a woodwind curricula appropriate for students at any level, from advanced middle school level through collegiate studies. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0519 - Southern Symphonic Chorus
1 Credit Hour
This choral ensemble is open to all University students of all ages, levels, and abilities. Both undergraduate and graduate students are welcome with the caveat that undergraduates must first seek approval from the director, given Concert Chorale is the main undergraduate choral music ensemble. It is not open to undergraduate vocal music majors or minors. Its purpose is to give the interested singer a performing group in which to sing, thus an opportunity to prepare and present, the great choral/orchestral music from the Baroque Period to the present. It meets in the Spring semester every year and combines with both Concert Chorale and the Southern Symphony Orchestra to present a concert at the end of the semester. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad
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MUS 0521 - Concert Chorale
1 Credit Hour
This choral ensemble is the largest, nonetheless lightly select, mixed choir in the choral department and is comprised of students from a variety of majors across campus. This ensemble performs standard classic concert literature while exploring a variety of choral music styles from all periods of music history. This choir also becomes a part of the larger Southern Symphonic Chorus in the presentation of the large choral/orchestral work in the Spring semester and serves as the backbone for the choral department in terms of participation. Both the MOSO Chamber Singers and Madrigal Singers are chosen from this group. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad
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MUS 0523 - Chamber Singers
1 Credit Hour
This choral ensemble is the premier choral ensemble at MSSU and provides the advanced singer the opportunity to prepare and present a variety of musical styles spanning all historical periods, choral genres, and cultural perspectives. This ensemble takes an international tour every 3 years, in addition to touring both semesters to recruit for the University. It is open to both undergraduate majors, non-majors, graduate students. Audition only, concurrent enrollment in Concert Chorale and applied voice. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad
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MUS 0529 - Choral Literature II (Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary)
2 Credit Hours
Covers the major composers, forms, styles, music, and performance practices of choral music from the Classical through the Contemporary periods. Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad
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MUS 0530 - Vocal Technique & Pedagogy
Spring-Odd 2 Credit Hours
An introduction to the science and teaching of singing. Emphasis is placed upon the study of the physiology and anatomy of the vocal instrument, principles breathing and phonation, vocal acoustics, and pedagogical approaches to training the singing voice. Common vocal problems will be discussed. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0539 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting
Fall-Even 2 Credit Hours
Designed for the conductor who wishes to refine his/her conducting skills in the areas of ensemble direction, score reading, and rehearsal techniques as related to communication, gesture, rehearsal, and listening. Topics include baton, rehearsal, score study techniques, error detection and resultant strategies. This course focuses upon (1) development of baton technique and non-verbal communication, and (2) score study and interpretation for the instrumental conductor. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0543 - Advanced Choral Conducting
2 Credit Hours
This advanced conducting course is designed for the conductor who wishes to refine his/her conducting skills in the areas of ensemble direction, score reading, and rehearsal techniques as related to communication, gesture, rehearsal, and listening. Students will explore areas of choral tone, harmony, texture, sonority, tonality, balance, rhythm, meter & stress, as they relate to choral music from the five areas of music history (medieval/ renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic, and 20th century). Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0583 - Percussion Ensemble
Fall, Spring 1 Credit Hour
This select chamber ensemble is open to masters level percussionists. This course includes the study and performance of advanced percussion ensemble literature across different genres including: classical, popular, and ethnic styles. Permission of instructor. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0585 - Woodwind Chamber Ensemble
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Select chamber ensemble open to woodwind performers. Includes the study and performance of literature for various woodwind ensembles including classical, romantic, and 20th century music. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0587 - Wind Ensemble
Fall, Spring 1 Credit Hour
The goal of this music performance course is to provide the opportunity for woodwind, brass, and percussion performers to come together with other like-minded (and like-spirited) musicians in an ensemble setting to rehearse and perform standard and emerging literature from the wind ensemble repertoire. This course will focus on overall concepts of self and ensemble expression, engagement, participation, and performance. We will also address musical concepts of ensemble and individual balance, blend, intonation, phrasing, dynamics, articulation, tone, rhythmic precision, color, and ensemble clarity. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0591 - Marching Band
1 Credit Hour
A study and practice of the fundamentals of drill and presentation of musical marching maneuvers. Upon approval of the Director of Bands, students taking this for graduate credit will have additional opportunities to rehearse the marching band and have input on show design and direction. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0602 - Mental Skills Training for Musicians
Summer-Even 2 Credit Hours
Designed to equip musicians with essential knowledge and skills pertaining to the psychological factors that affect optimal music practice and performance. Topics include: mindset, motivation and commitment, goal setting and assessment, focus and concentration, anxiety and confidence, and visualization and guided imagery. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0603 - History and Philosophy of Music Education/Pedagogy
3 Credit Hours
This course is a foundational course in music education and music pedagogy, which focuses on the history of music education in the United States from the early 19th century to the present. Topics of study include major individuals and movements, musics place as a subject in the curriculum, and its future in regards to the recent and ongoing philosophical discussions in education. Course Charge: $120.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0604 - Research for Music Pedagogues
3 Credit Hours
This course examines common practitioner-based research designs used by music educators and music pedagogues. Students will learn how to analyze both quantitative and qualitative responses, consequently being able to form a hypothesis that will shape their beliefs, teaching methods, and provide a foundation for future study and research. Course Charge: $120.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0613 - Pedagogy of Music History
2 Credit Hours
This course is an overview and application of methods, philosophies, materials, and current trends in music history/musicology. Students engage in supervised teaching, research projects, and observations of music historians/musicologists, with a focus on the commonly agreed upon six eras of music history (medieval, renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary time periods) applicable to teaching college-level music history and music appreciation courses, which could be relevant to a secondary music appreciation teaching scenario. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0614 - Pedagogy of Music Theory
2 Credit Hours
This course is an overview and application of methods, philosophies, materials, and current trends in music theory. Students engage in supervised teaching, research projects, and observations of music theory theorists; with a focus on music theory fundamentals applicable to teaching college-level freshmen and sophomore music-theory courses, which could be relevant to a secondary teaching scenario. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0616 - Graduate Applied Brass
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Reinforces fundamentals of brass playing, including (but not limited to) tone production,breath control, dynamic flexibility, appropriate vibrato, technical development intonation, articulation, and rhythmic accuracy. Concepts will be reinforced by applying them to major works for the instrument. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0618 - Graduate Applied Brass
Fall, Spring, Summer 2 Credit Hours
Reinforces fundamentals of brass playing, including (but not limited to) tone production,breath control, dynamic flexibility, appropriate vibrato, technical development intonation, articulation, and rhythmic accuracy. Concepts will be reinforced by applying them to major works for the instrument. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0620 - Vocal Diction Survey
Summer-Odd 2 Credit Hours
A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet and its application to the primary languages singers and choral conductors use: English, Latin, Italian, German, and French.Activities will include in-class practice of sound production, written drill exercises, recitations of song texts, written examinations, and performance of songs to demonstrate proficiency. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0622 - Vocal Repertoire for the Solo and Ensemble Singer
Summer-Odd 2 Credit Hours
A survey of various vocal literature from various State Prescribed Music Lists (PML) for both middle and high school students. The focus of this class is on learning about this repertoire and the method of choosing music for students from both style and pedagogical approaches. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0626 - Graduate Applied Piano
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Designed to focus on the improvement of students piano technique and musicianship. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0627 - Orchestral Literature
Summer-Odd 2 Credit Hours
Covers the major composers, forms, styles, music, and performance practices of orchestral music from the Baroque era to the twentieth century. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0628 - Wind Ensemble Literature
Summer-Even 2 Credit Hours
Covers the major composers, forms, styles, music, and performance practices of Wind Ensemble music from the early 20th Century to the Contemporary periods. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0629 - Graduate Applied Piano
Fall, Spring, Summer 2 Credit Hours
Designed to focus on the improvement of student’s piano technique and musicianship. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: approval by the Music Department for post-baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0630 - Accompanying
Fall, Spring 1 Credit Hour
Applied accompanying for keyboard majors supervised by a piano faculty member. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: approval by the Music Department for post-baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0636 - Graduate Applied Percussion
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Designed to take an advanced look in to percussion performance and pedagogy. Students will study individually to develop an advanced understanding of percussion techniques, literature, and history. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0638 - Graduate Applied Percussion
Fall, Spring, Summer 2 Credit Hours
Designed to take an advanced look in to percussion performance and pedagogy. Students will study individually to develop an advanced understanding of percussion techniques, literature, and history. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0646 - Graduate Applied Strings
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Designed to focus on the improvement of students string technique and musicianship. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0648 - Graduate Applied Strings
Fall, Spring, Summer 2 Credit Hours
Designed to focus on the improvement of students string technique and musicianship. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0650 - Music Pedagogy: Applied Studio
Summer-Even 2 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide an overview of the pedagogical practices of applied music instruction for a wide range of levels and instrument/voice types, extending from the middle school to the college learner. This includes, curriculum development, learning theory, lesson planning, repertoire, student motivation, and the management of the applied studio. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0651 - Music Pedagogy: Ensembles
2 Credit Hours
This course is an overview of the basic pedagogical practices of structuring a music ensemble in regards to the psychological, sociological, and anthropological aspects of working with people within the confines of a group. This includes, modes of instruction, member recognition and responsibility, feedback, reinforcement, and assessment. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0656 - Graduate Applied Woodwind
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
This course will reinforce fundamentals of woodwind playing, including (but not limited to) tone production, breath control, dynamic flexibility, appropriate vibrato, technical development intonation, articulation, and rhythmic accuracy. Concepts will be reinforced by applying them to major works for the instrument. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0658 - Graduate Applied Woodwind
Fall, Spring, Summer 2 Credit Hours
This course will reinforce fundamentals of woodwind playing, including (but not limited to) tone production, breath control, dynamic flexibility, appropriate vibrato, technical development intonation, articulation, and rhythmic accuracy. Concepts will be reinforced by applying them to major works for the instrument. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0666 - Graduate Applied Voice
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Applied voice lessons are designed to develop the vocal, technical, and artistic skills of the singer. Emphasis is placed on techniques in breathing, voice placement, diction, resonance, and interpretation of literature. Each student will be assigned literature to address his or her individual vocal, degree, and career needs. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0668 - Graduate Applied Voice
Fall, Spring, Summer 2 Credit Hours
Applied voice lessons are designed to develop the vocal, technical, and artistic skills of the singer. Emphasis is placed on techniques in breathing, voice placement, diction, resonance, and interpretation of literature. Each student will be assigned literature to address his or her individual vocal, degree, and career needs. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0669 - Graduate Applied Conducting
1 Credit Hour
Reinforces fundamentals of conducting, including, but not limited to, irregular beat patterns, baton technique, and non-baton technique along with factors in interpretation, score reading, and rehearsal procedures for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Course Charge: $80.00 Music Special Course Chg, $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0670 - Graduate Applied Conducting
2 Credit Hours
Reinforces fundamentals of conducting, including, but not limited to, irregular beat patterns, baton technique, and non-baton technique along with factors in interpretation, score reading, and rehearsal procedures for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Course Charge: $160.00 Music Special Course Chg, $80.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0695 - Choral/Orchestral Masterwork
Spring 1 Credit Hour
Designed to accompany the production of the choral/orchestral masterwork, which is performed every spring semester. Topics include: a) the history of the work(s) as it relates to genre-type and dates of composition, b) the ethnicity, geography of birth/living, personal and professional experiences, and compositional style of the composer as it relates to the why of the composition, and c) the composition itself in regards to form, text, and historical significance. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0696 - Music Workshop: Instrumental
Summer 1 Credit Hour
This workshop is designed to give music educators resources to enhance their teaching, specifically in the area of curriculum, music, and technique. The workshop will feature a reading session of both new music and tried and true classics of the instrumental repertoire (band, jazz, and orchestra), current methodologies, and philosophical antidotes to inspire, motivate, and encourage teachers as they prepare for the upcoming year. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: Approval by the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval.
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MUS 0697 - Music Workshop: Choral/Vocal
1 Credit Hour
This workshop is designed to give music educators resources to enhance their teaching, specifically in the area of curriculum, music, and technique. The workshop will feature a reading session of both new music and tried and true classics of the choral repertoire, current vocalization methodologies, and philosophical antidotes to inspire, motivate, and encourage teachers as they prepare for the upcoming year. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad
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MUS 0698 - Graduate Advanced Topics in Music
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed to be a means to teach subjects and/or provide an avenue for assessing the graduate student as a capstone evaluative tool, which are not included in other courses. Course Charge: $40.00 Music Program Charge - Grad Prerequisite: In addition to receiving permission from the instructor, who will design the course, and/or in consultation with the advisor who will help structure the course content, approval by both the Department Chair and the Music Department for post baccalaureate studies in Music or acceptance into the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program with advisor approval is also required.
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NURS 0301 - Transitions in Nursing
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
This course will assist the Registered Nurse student to examine the role of a baccalaureate degree prepared nurse in a changing health-care environment. The student will have the opportunity to integrate current nursing practice, philosophy, concepts, and theories into his/her professional practice. Offered online only. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program and registered nurse licensure.
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NURS 0305 - Pharmacology in Nursing
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to introduce the nursing student to essentials of basic and clinical pharmacology in preparation for application with patient populations in a clinical setting. The student will focus on the commonalities of drug classifications related to the physiologic systems of clients during the life span. Concurrent and subsequent courses will provide opportunity for clinical application of principles of pharmacology taught in this course. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program. Concurrent with NURS 0310 , and NURS 0320 .
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NURS 0310 - Health Assessment and Technologies
Fall, Spring 5 Credit Hours
Incorporates a systematic approach to basic health assessment and application of basic nursing interventions for the person with limited variances in health. Three hours lecture and six hours lab per week. Course Charge: $1000.00 Nursing Special Course Chg, $75.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program. Concurrent with NURS 0305 and NURS 0320 .
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NURS 0320 - Adult Nursing I
Fall, Spring 7 Credit Hours
Focuses on variances in health of adults with common health problems. Emphasis is on application of the nursing process in secondary prevention. Four hours lecture and nine hours clinical per week. Course Charge: $159.25 Nursing Special Course Chg, $50.00 SIM Center Special Course Chg, $105.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program. . Concurrent enrollment in NURS 0305 and NURS 0310
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NURS 0340 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family
Fall, Spring 4 Credit Hours
Focuses on health promotion of the developing family and nursing care of the maternity client with variances of health. Three (3) hours of lecture and three (3) hours clinical per week. Course Charge: $60.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites:NURS 0305 , NURS 0310 , and NURS 0320 with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Concurrent with NURS 0360 , NURS 0370 , and NURS 0380 .
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NURS 0360 - Mental Health Nursing
Fall, Spring 4 Credit Hours
Focuses on assessment, promotion of mental health, and care of the person with variances in mental health. Use of therapeutic communication and the nurse-client relationship are emphasized. Two hours lecture, six hours of clinical per week. Two hours lecture, six hours of clinical per week. Course Charge: $60.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0305 , NURS 0310 , and NURS 0320 . Concurrent with NURS 0340 , NURS 0370 and NURS 0380 .
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NURS 0370 - Gerontologic Nursing
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
Focuses on the normal aging process and common health variances of the older person. Three hours lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0305 , NURS 0310 , and NURS 0320 or RN status with permission of instructor. Concurrent with NURS 0340 , NURS 0360 and NURS 0380
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NURS 0380 - Nursing Care of the Child and Family
Fall, Spring 4 Credit Hours
Focuses on health promotion of the developing family and nursing care of the pediatric client with variances of health. Three (3) hours of lecture and three (3) hours of clinical per week. Course Charge: $385.00 Nursing Special Course Chg, $60.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites:NURS 0305 , NURS 0310 , and NURS 0320 with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Concurrent with NURS 0340 , NURS 0360 and NURS 0370 .
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NURS 0400 - Complex Nursing
Fall, Spring 6 Credit Hours
Focuses on the nursing care of persons with complex variances in health in acute care and rehabilitation settings. Three hours lecture, nine hours of clinical per week. Course Charge: $90.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum of 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0340 , NURS 0360 , NURS 0370 , and NURS 0380 Concurrent with NURS 0420 and NURS 0430 .
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NURS 0420 - Nursing Ethics and Informatics
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
Focuses on the process of ethical decision making. Ethical issues confronting the professional nurse including issues related to informatics in healthcare are explored. Three hours lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum of 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0301 (RNs only) NURS 0340 , NURS 0360 , NURS 0370 , and NURS 0380 . Concurrent with NURS 0400 and NURS 0430 .
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NURS 0430 - Advanced Health Assessment
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
The emphasis of advanced health assessment will be refining abilities to utilize techniques to assess, identify, and describe variances from normal. Two hours lecture, three hours of lab per week. Course Charge: $500.00 Nursing Special Course Chg, $50.00 SIM Center Special Course Chg, $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum of 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0301 (RNs only), NURS 0340 , NURS 0360 , NURS 0370 , and NURS 0380 . Concurrent with NURS 0400 and NURS 0420 .
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NURS 0450 - Community Health Nursing
Fall, Spring 5 Credit Hours
Concepts and methods for assessment of community strengths and health needs will be analyzed to improve the overall health status of the person and aggregates. Three hours lecture, six hours of clinical per week. Course Charge: $320.00 Nursing Special Course Chg, $75.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum of 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0301 (RNs only), NURS 0400 , NURS 0420 and NURS 0430 Concurrent with NURS 0460 and NURS 0470 .
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NURS 0460 - Nursing Research
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
Emphasizes evaluation of nursing research, utilization of research findings in the clinical setting, and assisting in the conduct of research. Three hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum of 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0400 , NURS 0420 and NURS 0430 Concurrent with PSY 0320 or MATH 0310 or GB 0321 or SOC 0405 , NURS 0450 and NURS 0470 .
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NURS 0470 - Nursing Management and Leadership
Fall, Spring 5 Credit Hours
Emphasis is on nursing management and organization, nursing leadership skills, and resource allocation. Three hours lecture and six hours clinical per week. Course Charge: $75.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Minimum 2.0 GPA in prior semester in NURS 0301 (RNs only), NURS 0400 , NURS 0420 , and NURS 0430 . Concurrent with NURS 0450 and NURS 0460 .
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NURS 0498 - Advanced Topics in Nursing
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Special topic or topics not normally included in another course. Course Charge: $15.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Upper division standing; additional requirements will be stipulated in the syllabus of the course.
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FIRE 0110 - Firefighter I
6 Credit Hours
Focuses on a basic hands-on approach to firefighting, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Hazardous Materials Operations, which promotes both skill competency and an understanding of the basic fireground activities. Students will complete numerous fireground-speed evolutions, and rolling responses, which encourage them to apply their skills to a variety of scenarios.
Course Charge: $90.00 Health Science Program Charge, $100.00 Firefighter Course Charge Prerequisites: Students must possess NIMS IS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
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FIRE 0120 - Firefighter II
Fall 6 Credit Hours
Fire Fighter II focuses on an intense hands-on approach to firefighting, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Hazardous Materials Operations, which promotes both skill competency and an understanding of the advanced fireground activities. Students will complete numerous fireground-speed evolutions, and rolling responses, which encourage them to apply their skills to a variety of scenarios. Course Charge: $90.00 Health Science Program Charge, $100.00 Firefighter Course Charge Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed FIRE 0110 .
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PARA 0101 - Escaping Violent Encounters
Fall, Spring, Summer 1 Credit Hour
Escaping Violent Encounters for EMS/Fire gives the EMS provider the options needed to recognize a developing threat of assault, deflect it if possible, escape if practical, and defend if necessary. This non-violent system of prevention and avoidance takes a realistic approach to dealing with assaults on EMS and Fire personnel. The course gives EMS and Fire personnel an effective and reasonable plan on how to avoid an attack, and also how to defend themselves once attacked. Course Charge: $40.00 Paramedic Special Course Chg, $15.00 Health Science Program Charge
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PARA 0201 - Concepts of A&P in EM Care
Spring 4 Credit Hours
Concepts of Anatomy & Physiology in Emergency Medical Care is a fundamental course designed to provide you with the understanding and knowledge to help you succeed in pre-hospital emergency care. The course covers how the structure and function of various systems and organs in the human body interact to function as a unit. Emphasis will be placed on the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and central nervous systems. Four hours of lecture per week. Enrollment is restricted to Pre-Paramedic students only. Course Charge: $60.00 Health Science Program Charge
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PARA 0220 - Emergency Medical Technician
Fall, Spring, Summer 9 Credit Hours
Emergency Medical Technician is a fundamental course that is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and experience to function as a competent, entry-level practitioner. The student will gain knowledge about the acute, critical differences in physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical differences as they pertain to the pre-hospital emergency medical care of the infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient. The student will develop skills in patient assessment, airway management, shock and bleeding control, and splinting. The student will have the opportunity to implement the knowledge and skills learned and gain clinical experience during hospital and ambulance based clinical rotations. PARA 0201 or BIO 0121 is strongly recommended prior to enrolling in this course. Course Charge: $500.00 EMT Basic Special Course Chg, $135.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Student must possess a current CPR for Healthcare Provider certification.
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PARA 0230 - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Fall, Spring, Summer 9 Credit Hours
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a foundational and progressing course that is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and experience to function as a competent, Advanced EMT practitioner. The student will gain and expand knowledge about the acute, critical differences in physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical differences as they pertain to the pre-hospital emergency medical care of the infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient. The student will develop skills in patient assessment, airway management, shock and bleeding control, and splinting. The student will have the opportunity to implement the knowledge and skills learned and gain clinical experience during hospital and ambulance based clinical rotations. BIO 0180 is strongly recommended prior to enrolling in this course. Course Charge: $500.00 EMT Basic Special Course Chg, $135.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Students must possess a current CPR for Healthcare Provider certification and National Registry or State EMT certification.
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PARA 0251 - EMS Foundations
Fall 2 Credit Hours
EMS Foundations introduces the students to the building blocks of the para-medicine profession. The course emphasizes professionalism and the expanding roles of the paramedic. The course provides an introduction to the following topics: EMS Systems, roles and responsibilities, safety, EMS research, public health, medical and legal aspects of pre?hospital care, ethics, communication, and documentation. One hour of lecture per week and two hours of lab per week. One hour of lecture, two hours of lab per week. Course Charge: $500.00 EMT/PARA Special Course Chg, $30.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Missouri Emergency Medical Technician license, American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification, completion of PARA 0201 or BIO 0121 (or equivalent) with a C or better.
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PARA 0253 - EMS Pathophysiology
Fall 2 Credit Hours
Pathophysiology is the study of physiologic functions in an abnormal state. It is necessary for the paramedic student to understand human pathophysiology in order to recognize injury or illness that occurs in the human body, and to be able to anticipate changes in the injured or ill patients condition. Principles of pathophysiology will be presented to the student, and the student will learn to recognize pathophysiological findings in many body systems including but not limited to the circulatory system, the musculoskeletal system, the respiratory system and abnormal neurological findings. Two hours lecture per week. Course Charge: $30.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Missouri Emergency Medical Technician license, American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification, completion of PARA 0201 or BIO 0121 (or equivalent) with a C or better.
Co-requisites: PARA 251, PARA 252, PARA 254, PARA 256, and PARA 370.
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PARA 0254 - Pulmonology
Fall 2 Credit Hours
Pulmonology introduces the paramedic student to commonly encountered respiratory system emergencies. Focus will be placed on respiratory anatomy and physiology, and the assessment and treatment of respiratory emergencies. Instruction will integrate assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and treatment plan. Two hours of lecture each week. Course Charge: $30.00 Health Science Program Charge Co-requisites: PARA 0251 , PARA 0252 , PARA 0253 , PARA 0256 and PARA 0370 .
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PARA 0255 - Paramedic Skills
Fall 3 Credit Hours
This course introduces basic, fundamental skills that are required for the paramedic to function. Without the knowledge and ability to properly perform these skills, the paramedic would not be able to treat patients. These skills include intravenous (IV) access, intraosseous (IO) access, medication administration and patient assessment. One hour of lecture and four hours of lab per week. Course Charge: $375.00 EMT/PARA Special Course Chg, $35.00 SIM Center Special Course Chg, $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Co-requisites: PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 , and PARA 0390 .
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PARA 0256 - Pre-Hospital Cardiology
Fall 4 Credit Hours
Arguably, one of the most important areas of study in pre-hospital medicine is cardiology. The paramedic must be able to both recognize and treat cardiac disease in order to provide the patient with appropriate and timely care. This ability will minimize morbidity and mortality related to cardiac disease in the community. The ability to quickly recognize cardiac related illnesses, and confidently provide rapid treatment and transport is vital to the success of the paramedic student. Four hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $60.00 Health Science Program Charge Co-requisites: PARA 0251 , PARA 0252 , PARA 0253 , PARA 0254 ,and PARA 0370 .
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PARA 0273 - Emergency Medical Care
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Emergency Medical Care introduces the paramedic student to commonly encountered illnesses and non-traumatic emergencies. Focus will be placed on neurology, endocrinology, immunology, gastroenterology, nephrology, toxicology, infectious disease, psychiatric and behavior disorders, and obstetrics/gynecology. Instruction will integrate assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and treatment plan. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 251, PARA 252, PARA 253, PARA 254, PARA 256, and PARA 370 with a “C” or better. Co-requisites: PARA 255, PARA 272 and PARA 390. Three hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 0251 , PARA 0252 , PARA 0253 , PARA 0254 , PARA 0255 , and PARA 0256 with a C or better. Co-requisites: PARA 0275 and PARA 0370 .
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PARA 0275 - Paramedic Skills II
Summer 3 Credit Hours
This course expounds on the skills learned in Paramedic Skills I. Paramedic Skills II focuses on the highly advanced skills needed to function as a paramedic. Skills and topics covered in the class include: thoracentesis and thoracotomy, cricothyrotomy, IV infusions, mechanical ventilators, transporting patients with balloon pumps, escarotomy, and assessment of the critical care patient. The course will meet for one hour of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 255, PARA 272, PARA 273, and PARA 390 with a C or better. Co?requisites: PARA 292, PARA 293, PARA 391 and PARA 395. One hour of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 0251 , PARA 0252 , PARA 0253 , PARA 0254 , PARA 0255 , and PARA 0256 with a C or better. Co-requisites: PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 and PARA 0370 .
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PARA 0292 - EMS Operations
Summer 1 Credit Hour
EMS Operations introduces paramedic students to the principles of paramedic operations. The course addresses ground and air transport, along with a variety of special circumstances, including: multiple-casualty incidents, rescue operations, hazardous materials, crime scenes, rural practice, and terrorist incidents. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 255, PARA 272, PARA 273, and PARA 390 with a “C” or better. Co-requisites: PARA 275, PARA 293, PARA 391, and PARA 395. Two hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $15.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 , PARA 0275 , and PARA 0370 with a C or better.
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PARA 0293 - Special Patient Populations
Summer 1 Credit Hour
Special Patient Populations provides the paramedic student with information they need about special populations: pediatrics, geriatrics, disabled patients, patients requiring chronic care, and patients of abuse, assault, and neglect. Instruction will integrate assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and treatment plan, taking into account special considerations for the varying populations. Two hours of lecture per week.Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 255, PARA 272, PARA 273, and PARA 390 with a “C” or better. Co-requisites: PARA 275, PARA 292, PARA 391, and PARA 395. Two hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $15.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 , PARA 0275 , and PARA 0370 with a C or better.
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PARA 0298 - Topics in EMT-Paramedic
Demand 1-4 Credit Hours
Designed to give instruction in some area of the paramedic field not covered in other courses. Course Charge: $15.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: to be determined by the department and listed on the syllabus for the specific course.
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PARA 0370 - Field Internship/Clinical Practicum I
Fall 3 Credit Hours
During Field Internship / Clinical Practicum, students complete a minimum of 360 clock hours in various departments of regions hospital affiliates. Rotations include, but are not limited to: emergency department, critical care units, pediatrics, labor and delivery, cardiac catheterization lab, operating room, urgent care, psychiatric unit, and post-anesthesia care unit. Prerequisites: PARA 220 or EMT equivalent. Co-requisites: PARA 251, PARA 252, PARA 253, PARA 254, and PARA 256. Course Charge: $300.00 EMT/PARA Special Course Chg, $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: PARA 0220 or EMT equivalent, completion of PARA 0251 , PARA 0252 , PARA 0253 ,PARA 0254 , and PARA 0256 . Co-requisite: PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 , and PARA 0275 .
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PARA 0390 - Field Internship/Clinical Practicum II
Spring 3 Credit Hours
During Field Internship, students are assigned to a Paramedic preceptor with an area Advanced Life Support Ambulance. During the Clinical Experience, students are assigned to in Hospital health care professionals. Students complete a minimum of 360 clock hours during this Field Internship / Clinical Practicum. Focus is placed on developing pre?hospital care team leadership abilities and scene management. Students will progress from observer to team member during these rotations improving patient care skills and real world patient care situations. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 0251 , PARA 0252 , PARA 0253 ,PARA 0254 , PARA 0256 and PARA 0370 with a C or better. Co-requisites: PARA 0255 , PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 .
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PARA 0391 - Capstone Field Internship
Summer 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to meet the accreditation and national certification requirements at the Paramedic level. During Field Internship, students are assigned to a Paramedic preceptor with an area Advanced Life Support Ambulance. Students complete a minimum of 360 clock hours during the Capstone Field Internship course. Focus is placed on developing pre-hospital care team leadership abilities and scene management. Students will progress to the team leader role during this course and focus on the critical thinking that is required in direct patient care situations. Students will also spend time with Medical Doctors in the Emergency Department setting for Medical Control Evaluations as part of the program graduation requirements. Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 255, PARA 272, PARA 273, and PARA 390 with a “C” or better. Co-requisites: PARA 275, PARA 292, PARA 293, and PARA 395. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 , PARA 0275 , and PARA 0390 with a C or better. Co-requisite: PARA 0395 .
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PARA 0395 - EMS Seminar
Summer 1 Credit Hour
EMS Seminar serves as a capstone course for the paramedic program. The course is designed to test competency in all paramedic skills and prepare for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician cognitive and psychomotor examinations. One hour of lecture per week, one 24-hour board preparation course. Prerequisites: Completion of PARA 255, PARA 272, PARA 273, and PARA 390 with a “C” or better. Co-requisites: PARA 275, PARA 292, PARA 293, and PARA 391. One hour of lecture per week, one 24-hour board preparation course. Course Charge: $550.00 EMT/PARA Special Course Chg, $15.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: completion of PARA 0272 , PARA 0273 , PARA 0275 , and PARA 0370 with a C or better. Co-requisite: PARA 0390 .
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PARA 0401 - EMS Systems
Summer 3 Credit Hours
EMS Systems is an introduction to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems. Theoretical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a conceptual basis for understanding and analyzing EMS systems and organizations. Particular emphasis will be placed on system components, system integration and the roles and responsibilities of management and leadership in EMS organizations. Three hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of HS 0350 with a grade of C or better.
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PARA 0402 - EMS Leadership
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
EMS Leadership provides a general overview of management and administrative functions required of EMS managers today, including: planning, directing, budgeting, staffing, and evaluation. Particular emphasis will be placed on issues relating to human resources, EMS operations, and organizational planning. Three hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Completion of HS 0350 and HS 0390 with a grade of C or better.
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PARA 0403 - EMS Leadership Internship I
Spring 3 Credit Hours
EMS Leadership Internship I is the first practical application experience to Emergency Medical Services leadership. Practical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a real life basis for understanding and analyzing the leadership of EMS systems and organizations. Particular emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of management and leadership in the EMS organizations. 8 hours of internship per week, plus 2 hours of online coursework. Prerequisite: Completion of PARA 0402 with a grade of C or better. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge
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PARA 0404 - EMS Leadership Internship II
Summer 3 Credit Hours
EMS Leadership Internship II is the capstone practical application experience to Emergency Medical Services leadership. Practical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a real life basis for understanding and analyzing the leadership of EMS systems and organizations. Particular emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of management and leadership in the EMS organizations. 8 hours of internship per week, plus 2 hours of online coursework. Prerequisite: Completion of PARA 0403 with a grade of C or better. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge
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PARA 0408 - EMS Education
Fall 3 Credit Hours
EMS Educations is an introduction to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) educational practices. Theoretical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a conceptual basis for understanding an analyzing EMS educational requirements in academic institutions as well as EMS systems. Particular emphasis will be placed on educational components, state, national and accreditational requirements and the roles and responsibilities of educators in EMS organizations. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: Completion of HS 0350 with a grade of C or better. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge
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PARA 0409 - EMS Education Internship I
Spring 3 Credit Hours
EMS Education Internship I is the first practical application experience to Emergency Medical Services Education. Practical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a real life basis for understanding and analyzing the educational requirements of today Emergency Medical Services. Particular emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of the EMS Educator as they pertain to both the academic setting as well as the field setting. 8 hours of internship per week, plus 2 hours of online coursework. Prerequisite: Completion of PARA 0408 with a grade of C or better. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge
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PARA 0410 - EMS Education Internship II
Summer 3 Credit Hours
EMS Education Internship II is the capstone of practical application experience to Emergency Medical Services Education. Practical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a real life basis for understanding and analyzing the educational requirements of today Emergency Medical Services. Particular emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of the EMS Educator as they pertain to both the academic setting as well as the field setting. 8 hours of internship per week, plus 2 hours of online coursework. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Completion of PARA 0409 with a grade of C or better.
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PARA 0411 - EMS Research
Fall 3 Credit Hours
EMS Research is an introduction to basic research methods and basic statistical procedures used in Emergency Medical Services. Students will use this information to assist them with reading, interpreting, and evaluating articles in the pre-hospital healthcare literature. Three hours of lecture per week. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: MATH 0310 , GB 0321 , SOC 305, or PSY 0320 and ENG 0102 .
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PARA 0412 - EMS Research Internship I
Spring 3 Credit Hours
EMS Research Internship I is the initial practical application experience to Emergency Medical Services Research. Practical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a real life basis for understanding and analyzing the impact that research has on current requirements of todays Emergency Medical Services. Particular emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of the EMS Educator / Training Officer as they pertain to research in both the academic setting and the field setting. 8 hours of internship per week, plus 2 hours of online coursework. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Completion of PARA 0408 with a grade of C or better.
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PARA 0413 - EMS Research Internship II
Summer 3 Credit Hours
EMS Research Internship II is the initial practical application experience to Emergency Medical Services Research. Practical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a real life basis for understanding and analyzing the impact that research has on current requirements of todays Emergency Medical Services. Particular emphasis will be placed on the roles and responsibilities of the EMS Educator / Training Officer as they pertain to research in both the academic setting and the field setting. 8 hours of internship per week, plus 2 hours of online coursework. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Completion of PARA 0408 with a grade of C or better.
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PARA 0420 - Critical Care Paramedic
Fall 4 Credit Hours
Critical Care Paramedic is an introduction to the aspect of transport in which patient care will exceed the typical level of care provided by the standard EMS organization. Theoretical concepts and issues will be discussed and examined in order to provide the student with a conceptual basis for understanding a Critical Care patients needs by analyzing the capabilities of EMS / Hospital Based organizations and the unique requirements for such events. Particular emphasis will be placed on advanced assessment, skills and critical thinking aspects of acutely sick or injured patients from a hospital or field setting. Four hours of lecture per week is required as well as online testing and assignments. Course Charge: $60.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Paramedic Certification and Departmental Approval. Co-requisites: PARA 0421 and PARA 0422 .
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PARA 0421 - Critical Care Paramedic Clinical Experience
Fall 2 Credit Hours
Critical Care Paramedic Clinical Experience is the field/clinical aspect of the Critical Care Paramedic course. This course is the practical application of the theoretical concepts that are presented in the Critical Care Paramedic course in the real world setting. Particular emphasis will be placed on advanced assessment, skills and critical thinking aspects of acutely sick or injured patients from a hospital or field setting. One 8 hr. shift in a critical care setting per week is required as well as online testing and assignments. Course Charge: $390.00 Adv Paramedicine Charge, $30.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Paramedic Certification and Departmental Approval. Co-requisites: PARA 0420 and PARA 0422 .
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PARA 0422 - Critical Care Paramedic Skills
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Critical Care Paramedic Skills focuses on the highly advanced, critical care skills needed to function as a paramedic. Skills and topics covered in the class include (but not limited to): thoracentesis and thoracotomy, cricothyrotomy, IV infusions, mechanical ventilators, transporting patients with balloon pumps, escarotomy, and assessment of the critical care patient. 3 hours of laboratory experiences per week with online assignments and testing weekly. Course Charge: $385.00 Adv Paramedicine Charge, $50.00 SIM Center Special Course Chg, $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisites: Paramedic Certification and Departmental Approval. Co-requisites: PARA 0420 and PARA 0421 .
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