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    May 26, 2024  
Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

Stephen Johnson, Chair

Students will develop their musical technique to college-level standards, expand their knowledge of music literature, and refine their performance skills through group and private instruction. Students participating in Chorale, Chamber Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Latin Ensemble, Barbershop Harmony Chorus, or Concert Band, develop skills in large group performance and music interpretation.

Private Instruction - Private lessons are available on all instruments and voice to students who have attained an acceptable level of music instruction.  Students in other degree programs may register at the discretion of the instructor. Students will have 15 one-hour lessons to be scheduled at a convenient time for the student and instructor. There is a $250.00 instruction fee in addition to tuition. Students are encouraged to contact the coordinator of music for placement.

Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles - All students in the associate of arts music degree program must register each semester for a vocal or instrumental ensemble appropriate for their performance area. Other students taking private or group instruction are encouraged to participate in one of the college’s ensembles. Ensembles are open to all students and community members. Contact the coordinator of music or ensemble director for placement.

  
  • MUS-1072 - Chamber Choir III* (1)

    Prerequisite:  MUS 1071  ; audition prior to registration required 
    Students who participate in this unique vocal ensemble will study, prepare, and perform advanced and complex choral literature selected from a variety of periods. Acceptance to this 16 member ensemble is not automatic, even with satisfactory completion of the course prerequisites. A student must audition prior to registration and will be admitted to the choir on a competitive basis each semester.












































    Course Fee: $15





  
  • MUS-1073 - Chamber Choir IV* (1)

    Prerequisite:  MUS 1072  ; audition prior to registration required
    Students who participate in this unique vocal ensemble will study, prepare, and perform advanced and complex choral literature selected from a variety of periods. Acceptance to this 16 member ensemble is not automatic, even with satisfactory completion of the course prerequisites. A student must audition prior to registration and will be admitted to the choir on a competitive basis each semester.












































    Course Fee: $15





  
  • MUS-1110 - Barbershop Harmony Chorus I (1)


    Students will perform in an a cappella choral group especially designed for male voices, using the unique style of barbershop harmony as the foundation of all vocal arrangements. This group is a chapter of the international organization known as the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing and America, SPEBSQSA.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1111 - Barbershop Harmony Chorus II* (1)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1110  
    Students will perform in an a cappella choral group especially designed for male voices, using the unique style of barbershop harmony as the foundation of all vocal arrangements. This group is a chapter of the international organization known as the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in in America, SPEBSQSA.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1112 - Barbershop Harmony Chorus III* (1)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1111  
    Students will perform in an a cappella choral group especially designed for male voices, using the unique style of barbershop harmony as the foundation of all vocal arrangements. This group is a chapter of the international organization known as the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America, SPEBSQSA.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1113 - Barbershop Harmony Chorus IV* (1)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1112  
    Students will perform in an a cappella choral group especially designed for male voices, using the unique style of barbershop harmony as the foundation of all vocal arrangements. This group is a chapter of the international organization known as the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America, SPEBSQSA.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1125 - Audio Production (3)


    This course is an introduction to theory and practice of audio production techniques and its relationship to other aspects of media production. Technical and creative sound design applications are used for story development and immersive sound construction. Through the use of practical hands-on activities and creative projects, students learn sound recording techniques, tools, track mixing, and sound composition. In-class workshops include: field and studio recording, Foley and sound effects, automatic dialogue replacement (ADR), and score composition.












































    Course Fee: 75





  
  • MUS-1181 - Private Instruction/Piano I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms.  












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1182 - Private Instruction/Voice I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms.   












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1183 - Private Instruction/Guitar I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms.  












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1184 - Private Instruction/Strings I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1185 - Private Instruction/Brass I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms.  












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1186 - Private Instruction/Woodwinds I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms.  












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1187 - Private Instruction/Percussion I (2)


    Students receive 15 hours of lesson time per semester or summer session term.  Students develop their technical ability and expand their knowledge of the repertoire representing a variety of styles and forms.  












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1191 - Private Instruction/Piano II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1181  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1192 - Private Instruction/Voice II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1182  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1193 - Private Instruction/Guitar II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1183  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1194 - Private Instruction/Strings II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1184  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1195 - Private Instruction/Brass II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1185  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1196 - Private Instruction/Woodwinds II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1186  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1197 - Private Instruction/Percussion II* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1187  
    Students continue to develop their technical skills and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-1201 - Classical and Romantic Music* (A) (3)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1501 ; or permission of the coordinator of music
    Students study the composers and styles that dominated the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries from the later Baroque period to the dawn of the Twentieth Century. Important political, historic, religious, social, and philosophical influences are highlighted as well as the development of symphony, concerto, and opera.  This course satisfies the General Education Arts requirement.












































  
  • MUS-1202 - A Survey of American Music (A, C) (3)


    Students address the question: What makes American music sound American? They study musical elements (tone quality, harmony, rhythm, melody, and improvisation), historical content, psycho-social factors, political forces, spiritual uses, and economic dimensions.  This course satisfies the General Education Arts requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • MUS-1203 - History of Jazz (A, C) (3)


    Students survey the influences, origins, and styles of this unique musical art form, identifying regional stylistic developments, performing personalities, and ensembles. Students study the political and sociological impact of this musical style on specific ethnic groups as well as the part it played in certain world events.  This course satisfies the General Education Arts requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • MUS-1204 - History of Rock Music (A) (3)


    Students survey rock music from its origins after World War II to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the social and cultural contexts of rock and roll, including the blending of White and African-American musical traditions, the youth culture, the politics of rock music, and the effect of technology on the art form. Students explore important events in rock music history such as the British Invasion, the appearance of MTV, the rise of Disco, and the political motivations behind such forms as rap, punk, and folk rock. Students develop listening skills through regular assignments with audio-visual materials.  This course satisfies the General Education Arts requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • MUS-1400 - Music Fundamentals (3)


    This course introduces students with no prior musical training to the fundamentals of music. Instruction includes learning how to read music and rhythm through exercises designed for note reading, rhythmic analysis and ear training. Students apply this information to the keyboard and through sight singing exercises. 












































  
  • MUS-1501 - Music Theory I* (3)

    Prerequisite: permission of coordinator of music
    Co-requisite: MUS 1501L  

    Students with a background in music study and fundamentals learn the basic beginning principles of music theory, including key signatures, scale construction, intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions. Basic figured bass and analysis of simple musical form is also included.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1501L - Ear Training Lab I* (1)

    Prerequisite: permission of coordinator of music
    Co-requisite: MUS 1501  

    Students in MUS-1501L develop the skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and learn to apply basic beginning principles of music theory to exercises involving key signatures, scale construction, intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1511 - Music Theory II* (3)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1501  MUS 1501L  
    Co-requisite: MUS 1511L  

    Students continue their music study developing more advanced principles from MUS 1501 , including common tone chord progressions and modulations, advanced figured bass, melodic harmonization and analysis of diatonic and chromatic harmonies.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-1511L - Ear Training Lab II* (1)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1501  MUS 1501L  
    Co-requisite: MUS 1511  

    Students in MUS-1511L develop the skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and learn to apply basic beginning principles of music theory to exercises involving key signatures, scale construction, intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-2011 - Music Theory III* (3)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1511  MUS 1511L  
    Co-requisite: MUS 2011L  

    Students study more advanced principles from MUS 1511 , including complex chords and progressions, modulations, advanced figured bass, melodic harmonization and analysis. Musical forms are studied so as to establish the foundation for the creation of original composition throughout the course.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-2011L - Ear Training Lab III* (1)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1511  MUS 1511L  
    Co-requisite: MUS 2011  

    Students in MUS-2011L develop more advanced skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and expand the principles of music theory to exercises involving advanced intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-2021 - Music Theory IV* (3)

    Prerequisite:  MUS 2011  MUS 2011L  
    Co-requisite: MUS 2021L  

    Students study more advanced principles from MUS 2011 , including complex chords and progressions, modulations, advanced figured bass, melodic harmonization and analysis. Musical forms are studied so as to establish the foundation for the creation of original composition throughout the course.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-2021L - Ear Training Lab IV* (1)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2011  MUS 2011L  
    Co-requisite: MUS 2021  

    Students in MUS-2021L expand advanced skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and expand the principles of music theory to exercises involving advanced intervals, triads, chromatic and altered chord progressions and inversions.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • MUS-2181 - Private Instruction/Piano III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1191  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2182 - Private Instruction/Voice III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1192  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2183 - Private Instruction/Guitar III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1193  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2184 - Private Instruction/Strings III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1194  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2185 - Private Instruction/Brass III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1195  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2186 - Private Instruction/Woodwinds III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1196  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument. 












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2187 - Private Instruction/Percussion III* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 1197  
    Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2191 - Private Instruction/Piano IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2181  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval. Qualified piano students have the opportunity to accompany selected vocal students in recital, perform their own recital, or accompany the Choral Ensemble in concert with the permission of the instructor.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2192 - Private Instruction/Voice IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2182  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2193 - Private Instruction/Guitar IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2183  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2194 - Private Instruction/Strings IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2184  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2195 - Private Instruction/Brass IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2185  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2196 - Private Instruction/Woodwinds IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2186  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.












































    Course Fee: $250





  
  • MUS-2197 - Private Instruction/Percussion IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: MUS 2187  
    Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.












































    Course Fee: $250






Nursing

Laura Polk, Chair
Karen Russell, Program Coordinator

  
  • NUR-1015 - Introduction to Nursing* (1)

    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  or higher; andMTH 0992  or MTH 0940  or higher; and RDG 0800  
    Students receive an overview of the nursing profession. Topics include basic information on the current health care system and the evolution of nursing. Students are introduced to foundational nursing principles that guide nursing care including critical thinking, legal and ethical issues, the teaching/learning process and principles of communication. This course does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. Students must complete the department admission process.  Transfer credit for this course is not accepted.  As part of this course, students are required to complete an on-campus assessment test outside of class time.












































    Course Fee: $35





  
  • NUR-1020 - Special Topics in Nursing* (1.00 - 3.00)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2070  BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program; permission of the division chair
    Co-requisite: ENG 1010  

    Through directed study students with prior nursing coursework qualify for advanced standing in the Practical or Associate Degree Nursing program. Course length varies from one to three credits depending on the learning needs of the student. Admission to the nursing program and approval of the division chair are required to take this course. This course may be taken only once.












































  
  • NUR-1020L - Special Topics in Nursing Lab* (1.00 - 3.00)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2070  BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program; permission of the division chair
    Co-requisite: ENG 1010  

    Through directed study students with prior nursing coursework qualify for advanced standing in the Practical or Associate Degree Nursing program. Course length varies from one to three credits depending on the learning needs of the student. Admission to the nursing program and approval of the division chair are required to take this course. This course may be taken only once.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • NUR-1030 - Current Issues of the Older Adult* (1)

    Prerequisite: RDG 0800   and ENG 0900 ;  or higher
    Students focus on key concepts related to the aging population. The aging process is reviewed, and students are introduced to current trends and issues impacting the older adult. Credit cannot be earned for both HTH-1030 and NUR-1030.  Students planning to petition for the Nursing, AS degree after July 1, 2020 will need to complete NUR-1050.












































  
  • NUR-1050 - Introduction to Professional Nursing* (2)

    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  ,  MTH 0940 or MTH 0992  , and  RDG 0800  
    This course introduces the student to the nursing profession and how nursing influences the healthcare system. Content related to the current health care system and the evolution of nursing provides a framework for introducing foundational nursing principles that guide the profession and promote quality nursing care. Students gain an understanding of academic resources and student success services while exploring the role of the professional nurse.  Students planning to petition for the Nursing, AS degree after July 1, 2020 will need to complete NUR-1050.

     












































    Course Fee: $35





  
  • NUR-1115 - Fundamentals of Nursing* (3)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1015  BIO 2070  BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program
    Co-requisite: ENG 1010  NUR 1030  

    Students acquire basic nursing knowledge and skills that can be applied across the lifespan. Students build on their knowledge of nursing theory and principles of communication. They are introduced to the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the use of the nursing process as an approach to planning nursing care.












































  
  • NUR-1115L - Fundamentals of Nursing Lab* (4)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1015  BIO 2070  BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program
    Co-requisite: ENG 1010  NUR 1115  

    Students apply basic nursing knowledge and skills in the campus laboratory and in wellness, subacute, and long-term care settings. Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process as an approach to planning nursing care across the lifespan. Students identify the unique roles of other members of the health care team.












































    Course Fee: $200





  
  • NUR-1130 - Pharmacology in Nursing* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1115  NUR 1115L  
    Students study pharmacology and explore its application to nursing practice. Emphasis will be placed on the study of groups of drugs, their actions and their adverse effects with special focus on nursing implications and pharmaco-kinetics.












































  
  • NUR-1215 - Nursing Care of Adults I* (4)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1115  NUR 1115L  BIO 2080  BIO 2080L  NUR 1030  
    Students utilize the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to acquire knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. Students explore the biopsychosocial responses of persons experiencing basic health alterations.












































  
  • NUR-1215L - Nursing Care of Adults I Lab* (5)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1115  NUR 1115L  BIO 2080  BIO 2080L  
    Co-requisite: NUR 1215  

    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration in acute care settings. Students participate with members of the health care team to provide care to persons across the adult lifespan who are experiencing basic health alterations.












































    Course Fee: $200





  
  • NUR-1320 - Advanced Nursing Care for the Practical Nurse* (4)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1215  NUR 1215L  BIO 1650  
    Co-requisite:  NUR 1320L  

    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to focus on concepts central to the care of persons with chronic and recurring health alterations across the lifespan. Students integrate previous learning as they explore nursing care related to a variety of specialty areas. The scope of practice and role of the practical nurse (PN) as a health team member is emphasized.












































    Course Fee: $35





  
  • NUR-1320L - Advanced Nursing Care For the Practical Nurse Lab* (3)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1215  NUR 1215L  BIO 1650  
    Co-requisite: NUR 1320  

    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to provide care in a variety of specialty settings. Concepts from prior nursing courses are integrated as students care for persons with chronic and recurring health alterations across the lifespan. The role of the practical nurse as a health team member is emphasized.












































    Course Fee: $200





  
  • NUR-1995 - LPN Transition Into Nursing* (5)

    Prerequisite:  Must have an active Maryland LPN license and must be admitted to the LPN-ADN Transition Pathway
    Co-requisite: NUR 1995L  

    This course is intended for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who are preparing to enter the associate degree nursing program. Students explore the nursing process, the taxonomy of nursing practice, nursing history, critical thinking, communication, college success skills and lab skills needed to transition from the role of the licensed practical nurse into the associate degree nursing program. Based on self-assessment, students explore common biopsychosocial conditions across the lifespan, refining and updating previous learning to meet the goal of a successful transition. A grade of C is required to pass the course.












































    Course Fee: $35





  
  • NUR-1995L - LPN Transition Into Nursing Lab* (2)


    Co-requisite: NUR 1995  

    This course is for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who are preparing to enter the associate degree nursing program. LPN students apply the nursing process, critical thinking, and communication skills and explore common biopsychosocial conditions across the lifespan, refining and updating previous learning while providing care to patients in an acute care setting. A grade of ”C” is required to pass the course.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • NUR-1998L - Military Medic/Corpsman Transition to Nursing Clinical* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1015   plus admission to the Military Medic/Corpsman Transition to Nursing Pathway
    This clinical course provides an opportunity for the student to explore the nursing process, critical thinking, communication, and lab skills needed to transition from the role of the military medic/corpsman into the Associate Degree Nursing Program.  Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration in various health care settings. Students participate with members of the health care team to provide care to persons across the adult lifespan who are experiencing basic health alterations.  The role of the registered nurse and scope of practice is emphasized as students explore common biopsychosocial conditions, refining and updating previous learning to meet the goal of a successful transition.

     

    Prior to registering for this course, students must be admitted to the Military Medic/Corpsman Transition to Nursing Pathway. Students must complete required courses at American Public University and CSM prior to admission.












































    Course Fee: $150





  
  • NUR-2115 - Nursing Care of Adults II* (3)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1215  NUR 1215L  BIO 2010  BIO 2010L  MTH 1115 ; minimum grade C
    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to reinforce and build upon previous learning related to adult clients. Students continue to acquire knowledge that enables them to assist the person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. Students explore the biopsychosocial responses of adult persons experiencing complex health alterations.












































  
  • NUR-2115L - Nursing Care of Adults II Lab* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1215  NUR 1215L  BIO 2010  BIO 2010L  MTH 1115  
    Co-requisite: NUR 2115  

    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration in acute care settings. Students collaborate with members of the health care team and expand decision-making in providing care to adult persons experiencing complex health alterations.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • NUR-2215 - Nursing Care of Child Bearing and Child Rearing Family* (4)

    Prerequisite: NUR 2115  NUR 2115L  SOC 1010  PSY 1010  
    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to explore the principles of caring for child bearing and child rearing families. Emphasis is on health promotion, maintenance, and restoration within a foundation of family centered care. There is a focus on specialized skills, creative problem solving and critical thinking related to this population, while concepts from prior nursing courses are integrated.












































  
  • NUR-2215L - Nursing Care of Childbearing and Childrearing Family Lab* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 2115  NUR 2115L  SOC 1010  PSY 1010  
    Co-requisite: NUR 2215  

    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply specialized skills in caring for the child bearing and child rearing family. Health promotion, maintenance, and restoration are emphasized as students provide family centered care in a variety of acute care and community based settings.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • NUR-2315 - Nursing Care in Community and Behavioral Health Settings* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1215  NUR 1215L  SOC 1010  PSY 1010  
    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to focus on key concepts related to nursing care strategies for individuals and aggregate populations within community and behavioral health settings. Topics include health promotion, disease prevention, protective strategies, and restorative and palliative care. Complex psychosocial conditions, cultural diversity, and global health care concerns are also emphasized.












































  
  • NUR-2315L - Nursing Care in Community and Behavioral Health Settings Lab* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 1215  NUR 1215L  SOC 1010  PSY 1010  
    Co-requisite: NUR 2315  

    Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply complex nursing knowledge and advanced skills in caring for individuals and aggregate populations in community, hospice, and behavioral health settings. Emphasis is on collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide multi- faceted nursing care.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • NUR-2415 - Management and Trends in Nursing* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 2115  NUR 2115L  
    Co-requisite: NUR 2215  NUR 2215L  NUR 2315  NUR 2315L  

    Students explore the responsibilities, professional behaviors, and accountability of registered nurses. Students examine the role of nursing in the health care delivery system and in policy development. Current issues impacting the profession are examined.












































    Course Fee: $35





  
  • NUR-2415L - Management and Trends in Nursing Lab* (2)

    Prerequisite: NUR 2115  NUR 2115L  
    Co-requisite: NUR 2415  

    Students provide comprehensive care for groups in a variety of management and acute care clinical settings.












































    Course Fee: $100






Pharmacy Technician

Laura Polk, Chair

  
  • PHM-1010 - Pharmaceutical Calculations* (3)

    Prerequisite: MTH 0992  or MTH 0940
    Co-requisite: PHM 1015   and PHM 1015L  

    This course prepares students to accurately perform common calculations that are used in pharmacy operations to accurately and safely prepare solid and liquid medications, nonsterile compounds and sterile compounds.












































  
  • PHM-1015 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technician Practice* (3)

    Prerequisite: MTH 0992   or MTH 0940  or higher; and RDG 0800  
    Co-requisite: PHM 1015L  , HEA 1105 , BIO 1040  , BIO 1040L  

    Students will explore the role of the pharmacy technician in healthcare delivery while gaining an understanding of the current direct care delivery and medication distribution systems.  The course will also discuss the impact of history on the evolution of the profession and how the role of the pharmacy technician has evolved.  Additionally, students will gain an understanding of pharmacy laws and regulations, drug characteristics, preparations, dispensing, and inventory and information management systems used in the practice of pharmacy.












































    Course Fee: $96





  
  • PHM-1015L - Introduction to Pharmacy Technician Lab* (2)

    Prerequisite: MTH 0992   or MTH 0940   or higher and RDG 0800  
    Co-requisite: PHM 1015  , HEA 1105  , BIO 1040  , BIO 1040L  

    Students will apply laws, regulations, and professional standards governing pharmacy operations to prepare and dispense medication orders while learning to work professionally and ethically as a member of the healthcare team.  Students will learn to utilize reference material, medication distribution system, and information management systems to assist the pharmacist in collecting, organizing, recording and evaluating demographic and clinical information for direct patient care.  Additionally, students will be exposed to the techniques associated with non-sterile compounding, inventory management, and billing and coding reimbursement standards.












































    Course Fee: $64





  
  • PHM-1020 - Advanced Pharmacy Technician Practice* (3)

    Prerequisite: PHM 1015  , PHM 1010  
    Co-requisite: PHM 1020L , HEA 1755  ,  HEA 1440  

    The course will provide students with knowledge necessary to understand the process of sterile technique, sterile compounding, infection control, and safe handling of hazardous/non-hazardous medications/products in institutional and community practice.  Students will learn about quality assurance processes and standards that are utilized to ensure the safe preparation, dispensing and use of pharmaceutical products and medical equipment.  Additionally, students will explore major issues, trends, and concepts in contemporary pharmacy practice.












































    Course Fee: $96





  
  • PHM-1020L - Advanced Pharmacy Technician Lab (3)

    Prerequisite: PHM 1015  , PHM 1010  
    Co-requisite: PHM 1020  

    The course will allow students to apply their knowledge in the compounding of sterile products while demonstrating appropriate infection control requirements and safe handling of non-hazardous/hazardous medications.  Quality assurance standards will be applied to the dispensing of medication orders/prescriptions, preparation of sterile/non-sterile compounds and the use/dispensing of medical equipment, devices and supplies. Additionally, students will interpret major trends, issues, goals, and initiatives taking place in the pharmacy profession and utilize these to explore non-traditional roles of the pharmacy technician as a member of the healthcare team.












































    Course Fee: $96





  
  • PHM-1030 - Pharmacy Technician Practicum* (4)

    Prerequisite:  

    PHM 1015  , PHM 1015L  ; PHM 1010  ; PHM 1020  ; PHM 1020L  ; CPR for Healthcare Providers; criminal background check and drug screen; completed health forms and mandatory orientation
    Students apply pharmacy technician skills in this 180-hour practicum in a variety of healthcare/ pharmacy settings. In addition, students participate in seminars preparing them for entry into practice and credentialing.












































    Course Fee: $150






Philosophy

Stephen Johnson, Chair

  
  • PHL-1010 - Introduction to Philosophy (H) (3)


    Students survey major philosophical traditions of the world and become acquainted with philosophers from the time of Socrates to the present. A variety of philosophical questions are proposed and differing answers explored.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • PHL-1020 - Introduction to Logic (H) (3)


    Students are introduced to the principles of reasoning and valid inference. Topics include induction, deduction, analysis of statements and arguments, appraisal of classifications, hypothesis and analogies, and evaluation of definitions, meaning, content, and ambiguity.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • PHL-1030 - Introduction to Religion* (3)

    Prerequisite: RDG 0800  
    Students examine world religious traditions in philosophical, historical, social, and cultural context, identifying and comparing the variety of global religious practice and expression.  Students study Western and Eastern religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism, as well as native American and African religious traditions.  Students also consider the perspsectives and place of women in religious belief systems, and the evolving role of religion in contemporary life. This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • PHL-1150 - Cyber Ethics* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite: RDG 0800  
    Students consider the safe and ethical use of computer technology including the Internet. They study the role of technology in today’s society, cyber protection issues and the moral challenges we face in using technology including cyber space. Topics to be included are privacy, intellectual property, cyber abuse/crime, codes of conduct, policy development as well as the digital divide. In addition, students consider how the global and anonymous nature of the Internet makes it difficult to transfer standard rules of conduct to this virtual environment.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































    Course Fee: $20





  
  • PHL-1400 - Social Ethics (H) (3)


    Students examine the historical development of ethical principles from the ancient world to the present. They survey the major ethical theories which have affected civilization.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • PHL-1410 - Topics in Contemporary Ethic (H) (3)


    Students examine contemporary ethical conflicts and gain an understanding of the language, concepts, and traditions of ethics. They develop the intellectual tools to analyze moral dilemmas that will affect their lives, workplace, and public policy. A variety of topics are explored including: euthanasia, sexual morality, capital punishment, job discrimination, welfare, animal rights, and the environment.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • PHL-1420 - Law and Society (H) (3)


    Students learn about legal issues in contemporary society. Students examine the foundations of law and its function in American culture. Topics include some of the following: law and morality; civil disobedience; equality; rights and justice. Readings are drawn from the philosophers, legal scholars, political scientists, sociologists, and court decisions.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • PHL-1430 - Business Ethics (H) (3)


    Students undertake a comprehensive study of the theories, concepts, and principles of ethics, as they apply to the everyday situations that affect employees, employers, and consumers. Students explore these issues with readings from philosophers, economists, political scientists, and court cases. They become familiar with the range of questions that form the basic foundation of ethics as applied to corporate responsibility, workforce discrimination, distributive justice, environmental impact, risk, and safety.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.













































Physical Therapist Assistant

Laura Polk, Chair

  
  • PTA-1010 - Introduction to Physical Therapist Assisting* (3)

    Prerequisite: must be enrolled in Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite:   BIO 2070  BIO 2070L  PSY 1010  ENG 1010  

    Students are introduced to the profession of physical therapy including the purpose, history, and practice structures. The scope of practice, ethics, and roles of the health care providers are included. Basic patient care procedures and documentation are taught.  The lecture portion of this course is offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • PTA-1020 - Physical Therapist Assistant I* (6)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1010  MTH 1120 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 1060  BIO 2080  BIO 2080L  

    Students are introduced to theory and develop skills in body mechanics, gait training, and assessment techniques. Emphasis is on competence in postural assessment, transfers, range of motion, manual muscle testing, basic therapeutic exercise, assistive devices, and massage. Disease processes and specific medical conditions seen in physical therapy are also studied. The lecture portion of this course is offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $300





  
  • PTA-1040 - Physical Therapist Assistant II* (6)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1020  PTA 1060  BIO 2080  BIO 2080L ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 1050  PSY 2050  

    Students are introduced to theory regarding the concepts of pain, peripheral vascular disease, and wound care. Included are theory and skill development in modalities and relaxation techniques with expected competency in specific units. The lecture portion of this course is offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $300





  
  • PTA-1050 - Clinical Practice I* (2)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1020  PTA 1060  ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 1040  PSY 2050  

    Students participate in a concentrated clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for supervised application of clinical skills. Clinical practice rotations will take place in
    the Washington DC/Baltimore service area. Travel to clinical sites is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • PTA-1060 - Kinesiology* (6)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1010  MTH 1120 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 1020  BIO 2080  BIO 2080L  

    Students study the biomechanical principles involved in human movement.  Content includes structure and function of joints and muscle groups and characteristics of normal posture and gait. Pathologies basic to each specific joint
    are reviewed. The lecture portion of this course is offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the
    student.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • PTA-1080 - Special Topics in Physical Therapist Assistant I* (1.00 - 8.00)

    Prerequisite: permission of division chair
    Through independent study students address specific topics and learning needs. This course may be appropriate for students seeking readmission or transfer to the Physical Therapist Assistant program and for practicing physical therapists assistants who desire to update theory. Course length may vary from 1 to 8 credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. This course may be taken only once for credit. Students considering this course should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.












































    Course Fee: 0-$94.00





  
  • PTA-1081 - Special Topics in Physical Therapist Assistant II* (1.00 - 8.00)

    Prerequisite: permission of the division chair
    Through independent study students address specific topics and learning needs. This course may be appropriate for students seeking readmission or transfer to the Physical Therapist Assistant program and for practicing physical therapists assistants who desire to update theory. Course length may vary from 1 to 8 credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. This course may be taken only once for credit. Students considering this course should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.












































    Course Fee: 0-$94.00





  
  • PTA-1082 - Special Topics in PTA III* (1-8)

    Prerequisite: permission of division chair
    Through independent study students address specific topics and learning needs. This course may be appropriate for students seeking readmission or transfer to the Physical Therapist Assistant program and for practicing physical
    therapists assistants who desire to update theory. Course length may vary from 1 to 8 credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. This course may be taken only once for credit. Students considering this course
    should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.
        












































    Course Fee: 0-$94.00





  
  • PTA-1500 - Functional Anatomy for the Physical Therapist Assistant* (1)


    Co-requisite: PTA 1010  

    This course is designed to bridge content and learning from human anatomy and physiology coursework to kinesiology coursework. Students will participate in both hands-on learning activities and interactive Internet links to promote basic knowledge of bone, muscle, and joint anatomy and physiology. From that knowledge, students will develop an understanding of how anatomy and physiology relate to function.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • PTA-2010 - Physical Therapist Assistant III* (4)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1040  PTA 1050 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 2020  PTA 2030  

    In this course students study the theory of orthopedic conditions and their underlying pathologies. Skill development includes integrated rehabilitation techniques of these conditions. The lecture portion of this course is
    offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • PTA-2020 - Physical Therapist Assistant IV* (4)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1040  PTA 1050  ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 2010  PTA 2030  

    In this course students learn the theory and pathology of conditions which may require long-term rehabilitation techniques. Skill development focuses on techniques which enhance the level of function. The lecture portion of this course is
    offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • PTA-2030 - Clinical Practice II* (4)

    Prerequisite: PTA 1050  ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 2010  PTA 2020  

    Students continue a supervised clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for application of new and previously learned skills and theoretical integration.  Clinical practice rotations will take place in the
    Washington DC/Baltimore service area. Travel to clinical sites is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $135





  
  • PTA-2040 - Physical Therapist Assistant V* (3)

    Prerequisite: PTA 2010  PTA 2020  PTA 2030  ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 2050  PTA 2060  PTA 2070  

    In this course students focus on the theory and pathology of the neurologically involved patient. Special emphasis is placed on skills development in neurodevelopmental techniques. The lecture portion of this course is offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $100





  
  • PTA-2050 - Current Issues and Trends in Physical Therapist Assisting* (1)

    Prerequisite: PTA 2030 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    This seminar course addresses current issues and trends specific to the profession of physical therapy including health care reform, reimbursement, licensure, and medical ethics.












































  
  • PTA-2060 - Clinical Practice III* (4)

    Prerequisite: PTA 2030  ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
    Co-requisite: PTA 2040  PTA 2050  PTA 2070  

    Students apply new and previously learned clinical skills in a supervised clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting.   Clinical practice rotations will take place in the Washington DC/Baltimore service
    area. Travel to clinical sites is the responsibility of the student.












































    Course Fee: $135





 

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