2021-2022 General Catalogue 
    
    May 11, 2024  
2021-2022 General Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions | 10


Abbreviation of Courses

Accounting (AC)
Agribusiness (AB)
Air Force Studies (AFS)
Anthropology (AN)
Art (AT)
Athletic Training (AH)
Automotive Technician (AU)
Biology (BY)
Business Administration (BA)
Business Quantitative Analysis (BQ)
Chemistry (CH)
Computer Information Systems (CS)
Cooperative Education (CEP)
Criminal Justice (CJ)
Early Childhood Education (CE)
Earth Science (ES)
Economics (EC)
Education (ED)
Educational Psychology (EP)
Elementary Education (EE)
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
English (EH)
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Environmental Science (EN)
Exercise Science (EX)
Finance (FI)
Foreign Language (FL)
French (FR)
Geology (GE)
Graduate Management Admission Testing (GMAT)
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Geography (GY)
Health Science (HE)
Health and Physical Education (HPE)
History (HY)

Homeland Security (HS)
Honors Program (HR)
Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)
Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS)
Japanese (JP)
Journalism (JN)
Management (MG)
Marketing (MK)
Mathematics (MH)
Music (MU)
Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy (NLP)
Nursing (NS)
Online Learning (OLL)
Online Teaching (OT)
Philosophy (PL)
Physical Education (PE)
Physics (PH)
Political Science (PS)
Psychology (PY)
Social Work (SW)
Sociology (SY)
Spanish (SP)
Special Education (SE)
Special Education/Elementary/Early Childhood (SEC)
Speech (SH)
Sport Management (SM)
Student Affairs Leadership (SAL)
Study Abroad (ST)
Technology (TY)
Theatre (TH)
University Experience (UWA)
Varsity Athletics (VA)
Welding Technology (WT)

 

 

The Unit of Credit

The unit of credit at UWA is the semester hour. One semester hour represents one hour of class work or two hours of laboratory work each week throughout the semester. Two hours per week of out-of-class preparation is usually required for each semester hour of credit.

The Numbering System

UWA uses a three-digit numbering system. The first digit designates the level of the course, as follows:

000-099 — compensatory courses
100-199 — courses primarily for freshmen
200-299 — courses primarily for freshmen and sophomores
300-499 — courses primarily for upper-level undergraduate students (juniors and seniors)

The second digit is reserved to the department to designate relevant classifications of courses within the respective disciplines. The third digit is used to designate sequence of courses (but not necessarily prerequisites) or to distinguish a special type of course, such as independent study.

 

MUSIC (MU)

  
  • MU 244. Applied Music: Intermediate Bassoon (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 245. Applied Music: Intermediate Saxophone (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 246. Applied Music: Intermediate Piano (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 247. Applied Music: Intermediate Organ (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 248. Applied Music: Intermediate Guitar (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 250. Applied Music: Intermediate Percussion (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 251. Applied Music: Intermediate Trumpet (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 252. Applied Music: Intermediate Horn (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 253. Applied Music: Intermediate Baritone Horn (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 254. Applied Music: Intermediate Trombone (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 255. Applied Music: Intermediate Tuba (1)


    Private instruction of music students in their primary medium of performance. Students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 . Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week.  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 271. Band (1)


    The study and performance of standard band literature, including concert literature, big band literature, and some contemporary jazz-rock arrangements. A maximum of eight semester hours may be earned in this course. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 272. Jazz Band (1)


    The study and performance of traditional big band jazz literature and contemporary jazz-rock arrangements. A maximum of eight semester hours is permitted in this course. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 273. The UWA Choral Union (1)


    Technical preparation for the use of the singing voice in a choral ensemble, with frequent opportunities to appear in public performance. A maximum of eight semester hours credit is permitted in this course. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 274. The UWA Camerata (1)


    A small, select performance group of mixed voices, with frequent opportunities to appear in public performance. Music drawn from various types and periods, including Broadway, jazz, popular, and folk idioms. A maximum of eight semester hours is permitted in this course. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 277. Ensemble Literature Class (1)


    Woodwind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and Guitar respectively. Designed for students interested in performing with a small group with emphasis upon creativity, musical growth, and repertoire. A maximum of eight semester hours is permitted in one of these courses. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 278. Ensemble Literature Class (1)


    Woodwind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and Guitar respectively. Designed for students interested in performing with a small group with emphasis upon creativity, musical growth, and repertoire. A maximum of eight semester hours is permitted in one of these courses. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 279. Ensemble Literature Class (1)


    Woodwind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and Guitar respectively. Designed for students interested in performing with a small group with emphasis upon creativity, musical growth, and repertoire. A maximum of eight semester hours is permitted in one of these courses. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 280. Ensemble Literature Class (1)


    Woodwind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and Guitar respectively. Designed for students interested in performing with a small group with emphasis upon creativity, musical growth, and repertoire. A maximum of eight semester hours is permitted in one of these courses. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 301. Survey of Music History (3)


    Development of music from antiquity to the Romantic Period, with focus on the ways in which social, economic, political, and philosophical trends influenced this development. Prerequisites: MU 100  or a combination of MU 101  combined with two (2) credits of University Choral Ensemble. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 302. Survey of the Music Industry (3)


    This class is designed to give students a broad overview of all aspects of the music business. This course will explore all of the different factors that constitute the "music industry." The course will cover the practical, historical, economic, legal and creative aspects of the business. Prerequisites: MU 100  or a combination of MU 101  combined with two (2) credits of University Choral Ensemble.  Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 303. American Music (3)


    Examination of the forms, genres and styles of music in American culture. Prerequisites: MU 100  or a combination of MU 101  combined with two (2) credits of University Choral Ensemble.   Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 304. World Music (3)


    An introduction to the music of the world's people focusing on the examination of culturally diverse musical styles in the context of daily life. Prerequisites: MU 100  or a combination of MU 101  combined with two (2) credits of University Choral Ensemble.   Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 305. Introduction to Jazz (3)


    The evolution of jazz from 1920 to the present, with attention to the elements of jazz, combo jazz, big band jazz, and important soloists and arrangers. Prerequisites: MU 100  or a combination of MU 101  combined with two (2) credits of University Choral Ensemble.   Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 306. Twentieth-Century Music (3)


    A survey of the important trends, forms, and styles of the music of the twentieth century. Prerequisites: MU 100  or a combination of MU 101  combined with two (2) credits of University Choral Ensemble.   Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 307. Independent Study in Music (1-3)


    These courses offer the qualified undergraduate an opportunity for independent study in some area of music. The specific content and nature of the courses are determined by the needs and interests of the student. Research papers and projects are required. A maximum of six semester hours credit is allowed in these courses. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 308. Selected Topics in Music (1-3)


    This course offers students an opportunity for critical readings, lectures, and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. The specific content and nature of the courses will be determined by the interests and needs of the students. Prerequisites: Permission of the Chairperson. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 309. History and Literature of Western Music I (3)


    Survey of the history of Western Music from Antiquity through the Baroque Period. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 311. History and Literature of Western Music II (3)


    Survey of the history of Western Music from the Classical period through the 21st Century.   Prerequisites: MU 309 . Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 312. History and Literature of Modern Pop Music I (3)


    This course series surveys the phenomenon of popular music in the United States from the 1900s to the present alongside the many technological revolutions that have impacted that history. This detailed study will discuss early blues, the history of jazz, the history of big bands, the history of folk genres, the unfolding of rock genres, the flowering of country music genres including Bluegrass and Newgrass, the rise of Soul, Rhythm and Blues, and various kinds of Rap, as well as the rise of contemporary Christian music. Performance literature and performance practices will be explored with the goal of each student discovering possible literature for their own recitals and overall performing career. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 313. History and Literature of Modern Pop Music II (3)


    This course series surveys the phenomenon of popular music in the United States from the 1900s to the present alongside the many technological revolutions that have impacted that history. This detailed study will discuss early blues, the history of jazz, the history of big bands, the history of folk genres, the unfolding of rock genres, the flowering of country music genres including Bluegrass and Newgrass, the rise of Soul, Rhythm and Blues, and various kinds of Rap, as well as the rise of contemporary Christian music. Performance literature and performance practices will be explored with the goal of each student discovering possible literature for their own recitals and overall performing career.  Prerequisites: MU 312  Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 314. Solo and Ensemble Vocal Methods (3)


    This course trains the student in the art and science of training voices to achieve technical freedom and musical artistry with the learning cultures of the solo studio and the choral ensemble. Besides dealing with anatomical structures, maturational changes, voice classifications, and the vocal process; the course also addresses the importance of sequencing technical objectives and repertoire, and specific therapeutic exercises. Prerequisites: Permission of the Chairperson. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 315. Vocal Diction and Literature (3)


    This course introduces various kinds of voice professionals to the International Phonetic Alphabet, enabling them to utilize IPA translations to correctly pronounce foreign languages and thus perform in Ecclesiastical Latin, Italian, French, and German and other languages, in addition to English. It also exposes students to basic vocal literature for multiple voice types, particularly works suitable for training various levels of singers. Selections are drawn from the Classical, Broadway, Great American Songbook, and other popular repertoire. Prerequisites: MU 314  or permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 316. Advanced Conducting Lab (1)


    This course focuses on the advanced gestural techniques of conducting. Topics include techniques to promote muscular control, direct and bound movement, conducting planes and patterns (non-expressive and expressive forms), the technique of negation, the gesture of preparation, the gesture of syncopation, the measured preparatory gesture, gestures of completion, and body language. Prerequisites: Junior or senior level Music Major or permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 318. Leadership and Relational Skills for Sacred Music Service (3)


    This course trains students in the knowledge base, cultural awareness, leadership skills, and personal skills needed to promote health in the primary relationships of the church through the use of sacred music. Prerequisites: Upper-level music major or by approval of instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 321. Sacred Music Practicum (2)


    This a carefully selected, faculty-supervised sacred music experience in a church or appropriate context. It is intended to grant students practical experience in sacred music within a real-life situation. Prerequisites: MU 318 , Senior status, and approval of instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 322. Music Theory III (3)


    Continued study in the musical principles and analytical skills of common-practice tonality as a basis for understanding a variety of musical languages and dialects introducing 20th and 21st century innovations.  Aural skills are reinforced through exercises.   Prerequisites: MU 222 . Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 323. First Recital (1)


    Twenty-five to thirty minutes of music. Selections and performance approved by instructor and music faculty.  Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 324. Introduction to Musical Theatre Dance Techniques (3)


    This course is a collateral training course introducing common dance styles for Musical Theatre. Prerequisites: Permission of the Instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 325. Music Industry Practicum (2)


    This is a carefully selected, faculty-supervised music industry experience in a real-life context. It is intended to be an enlightening encounter with real music industry in a real-life situation.  Prerequisites: MU 302 , Senior level Music Major and permission of the instructor.  Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 326. Second Recital or Project (2)


    Fifty to sixty minutes of music. Selections / Content and performance / presentation approved by instructor and music faculty. Prerequisites: MU 323 . Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 340. Applied Music: Advanced Voice (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 341. Applied Music: Advanced Flute (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 342. Applied Music: Advanced Oboe (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 343. Applied Music: Advanced Clarinet (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 344. Applied Music: Advanced Bassoon (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 345. Applied Music: Advanced Saxophone (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 346. Applied Music: Advanced Piano (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 347. Applied Music: Advanced Organ (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 348. Applied Music: Advanced Guitar (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 350. Applied Music: Advanced Percussion (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 351. Applied Music: Advanced Trumpet (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 352. Applied Music: Advanced Horn (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 353. Applied Music: Advanced Baritone Horn (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 354. Applied Music: Advanced Trombone (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 355. Applied Music: Advanced Tuba (2)


    These courses are a continuation of MU 240 -MU 255 . Music students whose primary performance medium is voice are required to participate concurrently in MU 273  and/or MU 274 . Students whose primary performance medium is a band instrument are required to participate concurrently in MU 271 .  A maximum of four semester hours may be earned for this course. Prerequisites: The successful completion of the technical proficiency examination and piano proficiency examinations, or permission of the Dean. Two half-hour lessons or one one-hour lesson and a minimum of ten hours practice per week. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 381. Leading, Equipping, and Managing Musical Organizations (3)


    Foundational principles of Leadership and Management specifically applied to musicians and musical organizations. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 382. Music Technology and Production (3)


    Foundational introduction to and training in modern audio-visual technology and concert event production. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 397. Independent Study in Applied Liturgical Choral Literature (1-3)


    Course participant(s) will sing in the Livingston First Presbyterian Church Choir, directed by the Church Choir Director.  Attendance required at all Wednesday night rehearsals, Sunday morning choir presentations, and special performances such as during holiday seasons.  Course places works performed in historical perspective. Prerequisites: Successful audition and approval of the Fine Arts Chair. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 422. Music Theory IV (3)


    Continued study in the musical principles and analytical skills of common-practice tonality as a basis for understanding a variety of musical languages and dialects further exploring 20th and 21st century innovations.  Aural skills are reinforced through exercises.  Prerequisites: MU 322 . Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • MU 483. Comprehensive Retrospective (2)


    Students review and reflect of entire course of study their last semester before graduation, prepare and present a personal leadership presentation applied specifically to their goals.  A comprehensive exam will be administered based on courses taken.  Test scores will also be used institutionally to assess the music major strengths and weaknesses.  Prerequisites: MU 326 . Course fee: $22.50.

NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP AND PHILANTHROPY (NLP)

  
  • NLP 300. Philanthropic Principles (3)


    This course is for students interested in learning the basics of fundraising (development). The course will cover all major aspects of a fundraising plan including: annual fund, major gifts, capital campaigns, planned giving, grants and special events. The course will also give students the foundation and tools needed to implement these plans into action. By the end of the course students will have developed a nonprofit fundraising plan. Course Fee: $22.50
  
  • NLP 310. Nonprofit Financial Management (3)


    This course focuses on planning and financial decision‐making in nonprofit organizations. Students will learn the fundamentals of budgeting, accounting, and financial management through assigned readings, real‐world examples, and lectures. No accounting experience or prior knowledge is required to enroll in this course. The course is designed for students who are interested in working in or with nonprofit organizations. Course Fee: $22.50
  
  • NLP 320. Philanthropic Grant Writing and Management (3)


    The major objective of this course is to prepare students for planning careers in public or non-profit organizations, to secure grants for their organizations, and effectively manage them. Course Fee: $22.50
  
  • NLP 330. Philanthropic Marketing and Public Relations (3)


    This course presents the basics of marketing principles that nonprofit managers need to develop and implement a marketing plan. This overview demonstrates various reasons for marketing, either for a specific fundraising goal, such as a capital campaign, or communicating a position on a policy issue. Students learn specific steps needed to craft a marketing plan. Steps include a context analysis, an analysis of strengths and weaknesses, creation of core message development, and audience identification. The course provides tools for identifying the objectives, goals, strategies, and tactics needed to implement a marketing plan. Course Fee: $22.50
  
  • NLP 360. Topics in Philanthropy for Higher Education (3)


    Institutional Advancement focuses primarily on how colleges and universities attract voluntary support. Topics for the class include: history of fundraising, fundraising theory, fundraising ethics, fundraising as a profession and self-regulation, prospect research, proposal writing, corporate and foundation relations, annual funds, direct mail, major gifts, capital campaigns, case statements, evaluation of fundraising programs, and planned giving. Course Fee: $22.50.
  
  • NLP 370. Philanthropic Volunteer Management (3)


    Introduction to Volunteer Management will cover the history and purpose of volunteer usage in nonprofit organizations, how to recruit, retain and motivate volunteers, as well as application review, screening procedures as well as ethical issues and potential legal liabilities. Course Fee: $22.50.
  
  • NLP 380. Philanthropic Research (3)


    This course is an overview of the research function in nonprofits, particularly in the fund development arena. By course end, students will be able to identify potential prospects, donors, volunteer members, and other constituents for a nonprofit. Students should be able to screen databases, find information through databases, fact find/research about certain constituents, and create a development plan for each potential donor. Course Fee: $22.50.
  
  • NLP 390. Events Management in Philanthropy (3)


    This course will cover how to plan, create and execute a nonprofit special event that will get results. It will also show how special events are integrated into an overall fund development plan for a nonprofit organization. Course Fee: $22.50.
  
  • NLP 490. Advanced Topics in Philanthropy (3)


    This course will cover a number of special topics including fundraising campaigns, planned giving, special events, individual major gifts, the use of fundraising consultants, and the creation of a development plan. In smaller organizations, every member of the development office likely needs to have at least a passing familiarity with these topics. In a larger organization, you might be in a position focused on only one area. In either case, having an understanding of these topics and the strategies will be a valuable tool. Prerequisites: Six (6) hours in NLP courses. Course Fee: $22.50.
  
  • NLP 498. Selected Topics in Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy (3)


    Readings, lectures, and/or discussions of topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format are determined by student needs and interests. Course Fee: $22.50.
  
  • NLP 499. Internship in Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy (3)


    Students will intern for a minimum of 135 hours for a nonprofit organization or in a fundraising/philanthropic role for a business. Prerequisites: Six (6) hours of NLP courses. Course Fee: $22.50.

NURSING (NS)

  
  • NS 101. Pharmacology (2)


    Provides the study of medications through the introduction of the drug classification system. It provides a theoretical foundation encompassing drug actions, adverse effects, drug/food interactions, age related issues as well as the skill of calculation of dosages. Emphasis is placed on the safe administration of medications in a variety of clinical facilities and situations. Prerequisites: Admission to the nursing program and a "C" or higher in     , and 3 hours of fine arts or humanities. Corequisites:   or admission to the athletic training program. Course fee: $350.00.
  
  • NS 102. Foundations of Nursing Practice I (6)


    Introduces concepts of theories that serve as a framework for nursing practice, current and emerging roles of nursing within the health care delivery system, ethical and legal aspects of nursing practice, current and future trends in nursing and health care, levels of nursing practice, management, communication, teaching/learning, infection control, nursing process, safety, hygiene, mobility, physical assessment, and elimination. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in    , and 3 hours of fine arts or humanities. Corequisites:  . Course fee: $900.00.
  
  • NS 103. Foundations of Nursing Practice II (6)


    Expands use of the nursing process related to short-term crisis or chronic adult wellness stressors. Explores concepts and basic skills related to surgery, gerontology, mobility, hypertension, sensory alterations, and fluid and electrolytes. Prerequisites:   , and a "C" or higher in   . Course fee: $635.00.
  
  • NS 110. Test Taking Strategies for Nursing Students (1)


    This course is designed to help nursing students develop skills that maximize success on exams. Topics include critical thinking, time management, study techniques, test-taking skills and interpretation of National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) style questions.
  
  • NS 201. Maternal-Child Nursing (5)


    Explores the use of the nursing process to assist the individual in adapting to stressors that are short-term crisis or chronic in nature and the effects of these problems on the family. Concepts related to maternal-child nursing are emphasized including normal and high-risk antepartum, labor and delivery, post-partum, normal and high-risk newborn, childhood illnesses, growth and development, and reactions to hospitalization. Prerequisites: NS 103  and a "C" or higher in  . Corequisites: NS 202 . Course fee: $350.00.
  
  • NS 202. Adult Health Nursing (8)


    Explores the use of the nursing process to assist the individual in adapting to stressors that are short-term crisis or chronic in nature and the effects of these problems on the family. Concepts related to adult health nursing are emphasized including disorders of the gastrointestinal, neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and endocrine systems. Prerequisites: NS 103  and a "C" or higher in  . Corequisites: NS 201 . Course fee: $450.00.
  
  • NS 203. Mental Health Nursing (4)


    Emphasis in this course is upon use of the nursing process in assisting clients with psychosocial disturbances which disrupt functioning of family systems. Concepts related to mental health nursing explored. Prerequisites: NS 201  and NS 202 . Corequisites: NS 204 . Course fee: $450.00.
  
  • NS 204. Advanced Adult and Critical Care Nursing (9)


    Emphasis in this course is upon use of the nursing process in promoting adaptation of the client with complex, life-threatening biopsychosocial disturbances which disrupt functioning of family systems. Concepts related to adult health and critical care nursing are explored. This course also examines concepts of collaboration among members of the health team in planning and implementing health care directed toward maintaining maximum adaptation. Prerequisites: NS 201  and NS 202 . Corequisites: NS 203 . Course fee: $400.00.
  
  • NS 205. Preparation for Licensure (2)


    Assists the nursing student to prepare for the RN licensure examination (NCLEX-RN) by using individual, group and technology-based methods to facilitate critical thinking and maximize learning. Corequisites: NS 203  and NS 204 . Course fee: $150.00.
  
  • NS 206. Ethics for Healthcare Professionals (3)


    This course in interprofessional ethics introduces basic knowledge, principles, and skills in ethical theory and reasoning, with an emphasis on nurse-patient and interdisciplinary interaction. The course discusses ethical issues related to emerging trends in healthcare and the ethical principles that guide healthcare decision-making, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Focus is placed on the patient as the center of the care team and the role that team members play to ensure justice, autonomy, and respect for others in the realm of healthcare.
  
  • NS 310. Nursing Theory (3)


    The origins of the theoretical frameworks of the nursing profession are explored with emphasis on how theory shapes the professional nurse and nursing practice. Factors and concepts pertinent to the historical, cultural, socioeconomic, legal, and ethical impact on nursing and the healthcare delivery system are analyzed. Strategies to manage patient care in contemporary practice are discussed and explored using nursing theory as the framework for safe and quality nursing practice.
  
  • NS 311. Health Assessment (3)


    This course provides the students with the knowledge and skill necessary to perform a comprehensive health assessment utilizing the skills of history taking, inspection, palpitation, percussion, and auscultation. Expected versus unexpected assessment findings are discussed from the perspective of the nurse's role in identifying and seeking safe and effective care management for the patient unit. Assessment will be discussed with regards to legal, ethical, cultural, and socioeconomic dynamics.
  
  • NS 312. Concepts of the Professional Nursing Role (5)


    At the end of this course, the student should have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to demonstrate the professional standards of moral, ethical, and legal conduct; assume accountability for personal and professional behaviors; promote the image of nursing by modeling the values and articulating the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of the nursing profession; demonstrate an appreciation of the history of and contemporary issues in nursing and their impact on current nursing practice; recognize the impact of attitudes, values, and expectations on the care of the very young, frail older adults, and other vulnerable populations; and protect patient privacy and confidentiality of patient records and other privileged communications.
  
  • NS 410. Evidence-based Practice and Concepts of Nursing Research (3)


    This course prepares students to demonstrate knowledge of the interrelationships among theory, practice, and research.  At the end of this course, the student should have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to demonstrate an understanding of the basic elements of the research process and ways of applying evidence to clinical practice; advocate for the protection of human participants when research is conducted; evaluate the credibility of sources of information;  participate in the retrieval, appraisal, and synthesis of evidence in collaboration with others; integrate evidence, clinical judgment, interprofessional perspectives, and patient preferences into the plan of care; and collaborate when collecting, documenting, and disseminating evidence. 
  
  • NS 411. Community/Public Health Nursing (5)


    At the end of this course, the student should have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to assess health/illness beliefs, values, attitudes, and practices of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations; use evidence-based practices to guide health teaching, health counseling, screening, outreach, disease and outbreak investigation, referral, and follow-up throughout the lifespan; and use information and communication technologies in preventive care; assess health, healthcare, and emergency preparedness needs of a defined population.
  
  • NS 420. Nursing Informatics (3)


    This course prepares students to demonstrate skills in using patient care technologies, information systems, and communication devices that support the delivery of safe nursing practice. At the end of this course, the student should have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to use telecommunication technologies to assist in effective communication; apply safeguards and decision making support tools embedded in patient care technologies and information systems to support a safe practice environment for patients and healthcare workers; understand the use of clinical information systems to document interventions related to achieving nurse sensitive outcomes; use standardized terminology in a care environment that reflects nursing's unique contribution to patient outcomes; and recognize the role of information technology in improving patient care outcomes and creating a safe patient care environment.
  
  • NS 421. Leadership in Professional Nursing Practice (5)


    This course prepares students to demonstrate leadership and management skills that are required at the baccalaureate level.  At the end of this course, the student should have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to utilize ethical and critical-decision making when formulating care plans for individuals, families, or communities.  The student will have the skills to collaborate effectively with all members of the healthcare team, communicate respectfully and effectively in the delivery of patient care, and manage care coordination through delegation, conflict resolution, and team building strategies.  Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities to recognize the impact of power, politics, policy, and regulatory guidelines on complex care systems and how these entities affect patient care.  The course will culminate in a capstone project that will allow students to assist or initiate a basic quality or safety investigation; assist in the development of a quality improvement action plan; or assist in monitoring the results of a current action plan that is in place within a clinical microsystem.

ONLINE LEARNING (OLL)

  
  • OLL 101. Introduction to Online Learning (0)


    Introduces web-based learning to students who are new to the University of West Alabama's online environment. OL 101 will introduce online learners to the features, tools, and practices of distance learning.

ONLINE TEACHING (OT)

  
  • OT 400. Introduction to Instructional Design and Technology for Learning (3)


    The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the field of Instructional Design and Technology for Learning. Examines (a) essential skills and competencies of instructional designers and technologist (b) learning strategies, design, and development of technology integration into organizations and education (c) an overview of the various technology and techniques used in instructional design and learning theories.
  
  • OT 401. Design, Delivery, and Management of Online Environments (3)


    This course focuses on major theories and practices related to the design, delivery, and management of distance education programs. With this understanding, students will then experience creating a practical e-learning module using an e-learning authoring system.
  
  • OT 402. Integrating Technology for Meaningful Learning (3)


    Understanding the process of integrating technology into instructional practice. Research-based methods for the integration of technology to enhance learning.
  
  • OT 403. Foundations of Online Learning (3)


    This course investigates theoretical concepts of online learning and issues such as administration, design, development, implementation, instructional challenges, and evaluation in online learning.
  
  • OT 410. Directed Project and Portfolio Development (3)


    This course focuses on the development and presentation of a portfolio project based on the student's program area of concentration. It also assists students in building an online portfolio for the workforce.
  
  • OT 411. Instructional Applications, Creativity, and Technical Design (3)


    An introduction to instructional applications of computer technology using integrated software and technical design. Includes instruction in techniques of using integrated software to manage computer instruction, software to create creative and engaging lessons, software to manage student records and achievements, and to produce and use ancillary materials.

PHILOSOPHY (PL)

  
  • PL 100. An Introduction to Philosophy: Humans and Society (3)


    The major philosophical ideas underlying humanity's understanding of itself, its civilization, and its values. Course fee: $22.50.
  
  • PL 204. Medical Ethics (3)


    An introduction to medical ethics in which basic ethical systems and principles of ethical reasoning will be explored in the context of medical situations. Course fee: $22.50.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)

  
  • PE 100. Tennis (1)


    Fundamental skills, strategies, scoring and rules of the game. Course fee: $10.00.
  
  • PE 101. Badminton (1)


    Fundamental skills, strategies, scoring and rules of the game. Course fee: $10.00.
 

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