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MATH 2315 - Discrete Mathematics UG
Credit Hours: 3
Topics covered include logic, mathematical proof techniques, sets, functions, relations on sets, number theory, counting techniques, recurrence relations, and graph theory. Required for the mathematics major.
Prerequisites: MATH 1311 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
TCCN: (TCCN MATH 2305)
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MATH 2322 - Calculus II UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course builds on the skills developed in Calculus I. Applications of integration, techniques of integration, sequences and series are rigorously studied. Other topics examined may include numerical approximation and calculus using polar coordinates. Required for the mathematics major, minor, and physics major.
Prerequisites: MATH 2421 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
TCCN: (TCCN MATH 2314)
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MATH 2340 - Linear Algebra UG
Credit Hours: 3
An elementary introduction to basic concepts of Linear Algebra. Topics to be included are matrices, determinants linear transformations and vector spaces. Required for the mathematics major, minor, computer science major, and physics major.
Prerequisites: MATH 2421 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
TCCN: (TCCN MATH 2318)
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MATH 2421 - Calculus I UG
Credit Hours: 4
An Introduction to the fundamental concepts, theorems, and applications of limits, continuity, differentiation, antidifferentiation, and integration of algebraic, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions. Required for the mathematics major, minor, computer science major, and physics major.
Prerequisites: MATH 1320 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
TCCN: (TCCN MATH 2413)
Note: Concurrent enrollment in lab MATH 2421L required.
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MATH 3301 - Multivariable Calculus UG
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to calculus of several variables. Topics to be included are differentiation, partial derivatives, multivariable chain rule, directional derivatives, gradients, extrema of real valued functions, constrained extreme and LaGrange multi- pliers, divergence, curl, multiple integrals, line integrals, surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and Divergence Theorem. Optional for the mathematics major, and minor. Required for the physics major, and minor
Prerequisites: MATH 2322 and MATH 2340 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MATH 3302 - Intermediate Analysis UG
Credit Hours: 3
Properties of the real numbers, continuous functions, differentiable functions, infinite series, and the topology of the real numbers. Required for the mathematics major and mathematics grades (7-12). Optional for the mathematics grades (4-8).
Prerequisites: MATH 2315 , MATH 2322 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MATH 3321 - College Geometry UG
Credit Hours: 3
A study of advanced Euclidean geometry and some of the theorems of non-Euclidean geometry, which is intended to provide a broader view of geometry for those who plan to teach high school mathematics.
Prerequisites: MATH 2315 or MATH 3302 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MATH 3330 - Teaching Elementary Math I EC-6 UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course is also cross-listed as ECED 3330 . This course introduces the prospective teacher to concepts and developmentally appropriate instructional strategies for math taught at the EC through Grade 6 levels. Students will develop an understanding of fundamental elementary math concepts such as problem solving, the development of early number concepts and number sense, mastery of math facts, operations, fractions and decimals, and proportional reasoning through active and investigative projects and activities. (Required for Math EC-6 certification, and Math grades 4-8 certification)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1311 or higher.
Cross-Listed: Crosslisted as ECED 3330 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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MATH 3331 - Teaching Elementary Math II EC-6 UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course will introduce the prospective teacher to concepts and developmentally appropriate instructional strategies for math taught at the EC through Grade 6 levels. Students will develop understanding of fundamental elementary math concepts such as geometry and measurement, algebraic thinking, statistics and probability through active and investigative projects and activities. During long semesters students will tutor 5th grade students in math. (Required for EC-6 certification)
Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1311 or higher, and MATH 3330 .
Cross-Listed: Crosslisted as ECED 3331 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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MATH 3332 - Theory of Secondary School Mathematics UG
Credit Hours: 3
A course designed to aid the prospective secondary mathematics teacher in understanding the concepts of mathematics now being taught in the secondary schools. Manipulatives, cooperative learning investigations, projects, writing assignments, and technology are part of the syllabus. This course is open only to those who will be clinical teaching in secondary mathematics during the following spring or fall semester.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MATH 3341 - Ordinary Differential Equations UG
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the general theory and solution techniques of ordinary differential equations. Laplace Transforms and systems of ordinary differential equations are also presented. Required for the physics major, and minor.
Prerequisites: MATH 2322 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MATH 3351 - Statistics UG
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to statistics and probability theory, sampling techniques, classification of data, descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, probability, random variables, probability distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, tests of hypothesis, correlation, linear regression, chi-square tests, and introduction to analysis of variance. Required for the computer science major, nursing major, and physics major. Optional for the mathematics major.
Prerequisites: MATH 1311 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MATH 4001 - Advanced STEM Research Project UG
Credit Hours: 0
This course is available to students involved in STEM research who have met high standards of performance in successfully completing an authentic research project, typically spanning multiple semesters. Evidence is provided through artifacts demonstrating excellence in all phases of a research project: preparation, ongoing progress in performance and analysis of results, project completion, and external validations of quality through an oral or poster presentation delivered at a regional or national disciplinary meeting, through publication in a disciplinary journal, or through other evidence of high-level dissemination and validation of the work by professionals for quality and significance. Successful completion of all elements results in awarding of the Certificate in STEM Research.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor and Department Head
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (As Needed)
Pass/Fail Course: Yes
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MATH 4301 - Advanced Analysis I UG
Credit Hours: 3
A rigorous treatment of topics introduced in elementary calculus and more advanced topics basic to the study of real analysis. A required course for the Math major.
Prerequisites: MATH 3302 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall odd years)
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MATH 4302 - Advanced Analysis II UG
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of MATH 4301 . An optional course for the mathematics major, and minor.
Prerequisites: MATH 4301
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring even years)
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MATH 4321 - Abstract Algebra I UG
Credit Hours: 3
A study of number theory, elementary theory of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. A required course for the math, math-computer science major.
Prerequisites: MATH 2315 and MATH 2340 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall even years)
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MATH 4322 - Abstract Algebra II UG
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of MATH 4321 . An optional course for the mathematics major, and minor.
Prerequisites: MATH 4321 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring odd years)
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MATH 4331 - Numerical Analysis With Computer Applications UG
Credit Hours: 3
Basic numerical methods for function evaluation, root finding, evaluation of integrals, simultaneous linear equations, and ordinary differential equations. (Also cross-listed as COSC 4331.) Required for the computer science major and optional for the mathematics major.
Prerequisites: COSC 1325 and MATH 2421 and MATH 2340 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MATH 4351 - Calculus-Based Probability & Statistics UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides a calculus-based introduction to probability and statistics from a scientific/engineering perspective at the upper-undergraduate level. Topics include: Counting, Probability, Discrete Distributions, Continuous Distributions, Joint and Marginal Distributions, Expectation, Variance, Covariance, Correlation, Moment Generating Functions, Functions of Random Variables, Applications of Probability, Sampling Distributions, Confidence Intervals, Hypothesis Testing, and Linear Regression.
Prerequisites: MATH 2421 and MATH 2322
Corequisites: MATH 3301
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MATH 4388 - Internship In Mathematics UG
Credit Hours: 3
This is a pre-approved and supervised work experience for selected students. Registration is by permission only for students who have met all the qualifications. See instructor for details.
When Offered: (As needed)
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MMAP 3X96H - Honors Tutorial UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for the honors student in multimedia. The student will engage in research related to proposed work on the Honors Thesis.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
When Offered: (As needed)
Repeatable for Credit: This course may be repeated for credit.
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MMAP 2310 - Introduction to Multimedia Applications UG
Credit Hours: 3
Students will become familiar with multimedia concepts, terminology, and software. Students will apply appropriate design principles and develop technical skills as they create video, audio, text, and digital images. All students will create and publish a digital portfolio.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MMAP 2340 - Introduction to Digital Animation UG
Credit Hours: 3
Students will develop animation skills as they use keyframe animation software to create multimedia and interactive web content. Students will use libraries, pre-existing and created symbols, and vector and raster based drawing tools to produce and manage project assets.
Prerequisites: MMAP 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MMAP 3310 - Digital Video I UG
Credit Hours: 3
Upper level elective for Theatre majors. An introduction to the techniques of capturing digital video through the use of video cameras and downloading for use in non-linear editing on a computer for a variety of video skills tests including basic editing, applying motion key-frames, titling, transitions, filters, voice-overs, compositing, and chroma-key. Students will create projects including interviews, commercials, music videos, live performances and documentaries. Students will learn how to compress video for use in various formats including video for web sites and digital video disks.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MMAP 3320 - Web Design UG
Credit Hours: 3
Students will use graphic editing software and web-based applications utilizing programming language models to create web pages.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
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MMAP 3340 - Digital Video II UG
Credit Hours: 3
An advanced course in capturing digital video for use in non-linear editing software. Students will apply editing techniques, key-framing, titling, transitions, filters, as learned in previous course, as well as compositing and chroma-key effects in Premiere and After Effects, to create videos and short films.
Prerequisites: MMAP 3310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: (Spring even years)
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MMAP 4388 - Internship in Multimedia Applications UG
Credit Hours: 3
Student will work with a faculty member to design and develop multimedia projects for the university, the community, or local businesses.
Prerequisites: senior standing, MMAP 3320 , ART 1310, either ART 3330 or MMAP 2340 , and one other course required for the MMAP minor/ concentration in MMAP.
When Offered: (As needed)
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MUSI 4X96H - Honors Tutorial UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
The Honors Tutorial allows the pursuit of additional research into a chosen topic within the scope of music education, music literature and history, music performance, or music theory.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
When Offered: (As Needed)
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MUSI 4X97H - Honors Thesis UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
The Honors Thesis allows the pursuit of additional research into a chosen topic within the scope of music education, music literature and history, music performance, or music theory.
Prerequisites: MUSI 4X96H and permission of intructor.
When Offered: (As Needed)
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MUSI 1000 - Recital Attendance UG
Credit Hours: 0
This course is required for all music majors and minors. Music majors are required to enroll in eight semesters. Music Education majors are exempt from this requirement during their semester of clinical teaching. Music minors are required to enroll in four semesters. A required list of recitals to attend will be published each semester.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Pass/Fail Course: This course is pass/fail.
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MUSI 2000 - Applied Proficiency UG
Credit Hours: 0
This course is required of all music majors. The Applied Proficiency Jury is a benchmark, showing that the student is making sufficient progress towards a senior recital. Students must pass the Applied Proficiency Jury before enrolling in junior or senior level lessons. The student will be given two opportunities to pass this proficiency. Failure after two attempts will result in withdrawal of music major status.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUSI 2001 - Keyboard Proficiency UG
Credit Hours: 0
This course is required of all music majors. Students enroll in it concurrently with their fourth semester of class piano, MUAP 1116 . Students not passing the course must repeat enrollment in MUAP 1116 until the requirements of the keyboard proficiency are met.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major.
Corequisites: MUAP 1116
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Pass/Fail Course: This course is pass/fail.
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MUSI 3000 - Junior Recital UG
Credit Hours: 0
Permission of the applied instructor and a recital hearing are necessary requirements for performing this recital. See #8 under Department of Music section of the catalog. In addition to performing a degree-required Senior Recital, students have an option of presenting a Junior Recital that is not required for a degree.
Prerequisites: Admission as a music major, or permission of the instructor.
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MUSI 4000 - Senior Recital UG
Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
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MUAP 0111 - Marching Band UG
Credit Hours: 1
The Marching Band consists of students from all areas of study including Music majors and non-majors. The band is primarily involved in appearances at football games on campus and in exhibitions across the state during the fall semester. Membership is open to any student with prior high school or college instrumental experience.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUAP 0112 - Wind Ensemble UG
Credit Hours: 1
The McMurry Wind Ensemble consists of students from all areas of study including music majors and non-majors, and members are selected by competitive auditions at the beginning of each semester. The Wind Ensemble is primarily involved in concert performances of the core band repertoire. This ensemble meets multiple times per week and membership is open, by audition, to any student with prior high school or college instrumental experience. This course helps satisfy the ensemble participation components of the major and minor in music.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUAP 0113 - Symphonic Band UG
Credit Hours: 1
The Symphonic Band consists of students from all areas of study including music majors and non-majors. The band is primarily involved in concert appearances on campus and at schools, churches, and community events during the spring semester. Membership is open to any student with prior high school or college instrumental experience.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUAP 0120 - Chanters UG
Credit Hours: 1
Chanters is the choral ensemble of McMurry University and is open to all university students. An audition is not required for admission, but all singers must meet with the director during the first week of classes for voice placement. Singers will learn and develop proper vocal technique as they explore choral music from all musical eras. Chanters present at least two choral concerts per semester one of which will be on campus.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUAP 0122 - McM Sounds UG
Credit Hours: 1
Sounds is a small, select vocal ensemble that specializes in a cappella music. The signature repertoire of Sounds includes jazz and Americana literature, and multiple SATB parts are often encountered. This ensemble meets twice a week; an additional sectional rehearsal and memorization of all music is expected. McM Sounds has its own schedule of performances. Students are eligible for this group if they are a current member of Chanters.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUAP 0135 - Percussion Ensemble UG
Credit Hours: 1
The Percussion Ensemble is an active chamber ensemble open to all students regardless of major with permission of instructor. Performance ranging from standard repertoire for large ensemble to cutting edge, and commissioned works for smaller groups, the percussion ensemble presents two to four concerts each year and may include some travel. Another component to the ensemble is the Warhawk Steel Drum Band that rehearses on the same Tuesday/ Thursday schedule with Percussion Ensemble.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUAP 0145 - Brass Ensemble UG
Credit Hours: 1
Participation in the McMurry Brass Ensemble provides the student with experience in the performance of (a) brass instrument(s) in a chamber setting. Emphasis will be on ensemble blend, intonation, and balance. Performances may include on-campus recitals, brief recruiting tours, and competitions.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUAP 0150 - Jazz Ensemble UG
Credit Hours: 1
The Jazz Ensemble at McMurry University is a performing ensemble with at least one scheduled concert each semester. It is also an opportunity to learn more about the jazz genre and prepare the student for work in the professional music field. Emphasis will be placed on style and improvisation in both large and small group settings.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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MUAP 0155 - Opera Workshop UG
Credit Hours: 1
Opera Workshop students will sing and act a variety of repertoire via operatic scenes or full-length productions. Repertoire requirements are chosen at the discretion of the Instructor depending upon voice-types and instrumental accompaniment available each semester. Auditions may be required and advanced ear training and sight- singing skills are expected for principal roles.
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1158
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MUAP 1113 - Class Piano I UG
Credit Hours: 1
Required of all music majors. This course introduces the student to the piano in a four semester sequence designed to prepare the student for a keyboard proficiency (MUS 2001).
Prerequisites: Admission as music major.
Corequisites: MUTH 1130 .
When Offered: (Fall)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1181
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MUAP 1114 - Class Piano II UG
Credit Hours: 1
This course is the second in a four semester sequence designed to prepare the student for a keyboard proficiency (MUS 2001).
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, MUAP 1113 .
When Offered: (Spring)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1182
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MUAP 1115 - Class Piano III UG
Credit Hours: 1
This course is the third in a four semester sequence designed to prepare the student for a keyboard proficiency (MUS 2001).
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, MUAP 1114 .
When Offered: (Fall)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 2181
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MUAP 1116 - Class Piano IV UG
Credit Hours: 1
This course is the fourth in a four semester sequence designed to prepare the student for a keyboard proficiency (MUS 2001). The student will perform a juried proficiency at the conclusion of this class.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, MUAP 1115 .
Corequisites: MUS 2001.
When Offered: (Spring)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 2182
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MUED XX99 - Special Topics UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective. A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events.
When Offered: (As needed)
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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MUED 4X95 - Independent Studies UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and a means of measuring progress.
When Offered: (As needed)
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MUED 1305 - Introduction to Music Education UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides a foundation in basic principles of music teaching. Fundamentals of music lesson planning, assessment, error detection, complete teaching cycles, and corrective feedback are developed, with an emphasis on utilizing these skills to effectively address the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and National Standards for Music Education in a music class- room. This course also provides training for using microcomputer applications involving the following: music notation software, marching band show design software, and databases. Students will become familiar with these software packages and learn how they can be integrated into a public school music program.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUED 3113 - String Techniques and Methods UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study of the principles of playing and teaching stringed instruments, with a special emphasis on the opportunities and problems of public school programs. Offered through intercollegiate courses. Fall semester recommended.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall even years)
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MUED 3114 - Flute and Saxophone Methods UG
Credit Hours: 1
The basic principles involved in playing flute and saxophone, with an emphasis on pedagogy. Course involves observations of be- ginning woodwind classes in local schools, writing lesson plans, single reed adjustment, embouchure development, fingerings for each instrument, as well as graded literature for each instrument.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring even years)
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MUED 3115 - Clarinet and Double Reed Methods UG
Credit Hours: 1
The basic principles involved in playing clarinet, oboe, and bas- soon, with an emphasis on pedagogy. Course involves observations of beginning woodwind classes in local schools, writing lessons plans, single reed adjustment, embouchure development, fingerings for each instrument, as well as graded literature for each instrument.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring odd years)
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MUED 3116 - High Brass Methods UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study of the principles involving playing and teaching high brass instruments, including trumpet and horn.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall even years)
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MUED 3117 - Low Brass Methods UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study of the principles involving playing and teaching low brass instruments, including trombone, euphonium, and tuba.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall odd years)
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MUED 3118 - Percussion Techniques and Methods I UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study of the basic principles involved in playing and teaching percussion instruments, with a special emphasis on exploring the wide variety of percussion techniques.
Prerequisites: admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring even years)
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MUED 3119 - Percussion Techniques and Methods II UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study of the basic principles involved in playing and teaching world, drum set, and marching percussion, with a special emphasis on exploring the wide variety of percussion techniques.
Prerequisites: admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring odd years)
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MUED 3220 - Fundamentals of Conducting UG
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the fundamental principles of conducting music, including score reading, score preparation, baton techniques, and performance group motivation.
Prerequisites: Music Theory 1340, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUED 3221 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting UG
Credit Hours: 2
Required by all Instrumental Music Education majors. A study of the advanced skills of conducting, including knowledge of literature, understanding of programming, understanding of rehearsal techniques found successful at a variety of grade levels, group motivation, score reading, advanced baton/hand techniques, professional organizations, competitions and administrative details.
Prerequisites: MUED 3220 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUED 3222 - Advanced Choral Conducting UG
Credit Hours: 2
Required of all Choral Music Education majors. A study of the advanced skills of conducting, including knowledge of literature, understanding of programming, understanding of rehearsal techniques found successful at a variety of grade levels, group motivation, score reading, advanced baton/hand techniques, professional organizations, competitions and administrative details specific to directing a choral education program.
Prerequisites: MUED 3220 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUED 3230 - Survey of Elementary Materials UG
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the general music methods for primary and intermediate grade levels. This course emphasizes the practical application of the student’s knowledge of music as applied to lower grade levels. Time will be spent also applying educational rubrics of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and National Standards for Music Education into lesson planning.
Prerequisites: MUED 1305 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall odd years)
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MUED 3235 - Vocal Pedagogy UG
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the methods of teaching voice, including areas of anatomy, acoustics, literature and psychology of singing. Will include a survey of the history of vocal production from 1600 to present; special emphasis given to vocal training methods and styles currently in use.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1330 , MUTH 1340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUED 3250 - Marching and Jazz Methods UG
Credit Hours: 2
This course examines basic pedagogical principles for jazz and marching band. Students will study core repertoire for big band and jazz combo ensembles, concepts of appropriate musical style, and the teaching of basic improvisation. Students will also study marching show design principles, computer-assisted show design techniques, and basic pedagogy for teaching marching fundamentals and managing a colorguard.
Prerequisites: MUED 1305 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall even years)
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MUED 3291 - Singer’s Diction I UG
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the principles of appropriate singing diction. Specific study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) will precede an introduction to English, Italian and Latin languages. Students will be required to study and perform art songs, operatic or oratorio literature from the English, Italian and Latin vocal repertoire.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUED 3292 - Singer’s Diction II UG
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the principles of appropriate singing diction. Specific study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) will precede an introduction to French and German languages. Students will be required to study and perform art songs, operatic or oratorio literature from the French and German vocal repertoire.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUED 4200 - Music Teaching Practicum I UG
Credit Hours: 2
This course builds upon the student’s prior training in music pedagogy and conducting. Advanced conducting techniques and psychological foundations for teaching instrumental music are explored to develop effective rehearsal skills for the ensemble setting. Appropriate methods and materials are studied, with an emphasis on addressing the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and National Standards for Music Education, and administrative facets of directing a music program are considered.
Prerequisites: MUED 1305 , MUED 3220 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUED 4210 - Music Teaching Practicum II UG
Credit Hours: 2
This course builds upon the student’s prior training in music pedagogy and conducting. Advanced conducting techniques and psychological foundations for teaching choral techniques and psychological foundations for teaching choral music are explored to develop effective rehearsal skills for the ensemble setting. Appropriate methods and materials are studied, with an emphasis on addressing the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and National Standards for Music Education, and administrative facets of directing a music program are considered.
Prerequisites: MUED 1305 , MUED 3220 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall)
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MULH XX99 - Special Topics UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective. A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events.
When Offered: (As needed)
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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MULH 4X95 - Independent Studies UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
When Offered: (As needed)
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MULH 2301 - Music Appreciation UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course fulfills the fine arts general education requirement. The music appreciation survey course is designed to provide students with the foundation to understand and appreciate basic elements of music through critical and creative thinking/listening. These elements will be taught through the focus on a single musical style, such as Rock & Roll, Jazz, World Music, R&B and Hip Hop. The style to be covered in the course will be announced every semester and will be on a rotating schedule.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
TCCN: (TCCN MUSI 1306)
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MULH 2380 - Introduction to Music History UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of all music majors. A survey of Western musical history from its origins through the present with special emphasis on the foundational principles established prior to 1450 CE. Topics include major technical developments and trends as well as the works of the most important composers in the period studied.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MULH 3375 - Western Music 1450-1800 UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of every music major. A comprehensive study of Western musical history from 1450-1800 CE. Topics include major technical developments and trends, the influence of extra-musical events and context, and the lives and works of important composers.
Prerequisites: MULH 2380 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MULH 3380 - Western Music 1800-present UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of all music majors. A comprehensive study of Western musical history from 1800 to the present, including important trends in American music and influences from non-Western musical traditions. Topics include major technical developments and trends, the influence of extra-musical events and context, and the lives and works of important composers.
Prerequisites: MULH 2380 admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUTH 4X95 - Independent Studies UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
When Offered: (As needed.)
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MUTH 1130 - Aural Skills I UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study of the fundamental elements of music theory as they apply to music reading and music notation. This class will focus primarily on the acquisition of aural recognition skills and music reading skills. Students will learn to write music as it is being played, and be able to perform music using solfege, rhythmic counting and rudimentary conducting skills.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: MUTH 1330 , and class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1116
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MUTH 1140 - Aural Skills II UG
Credit Hours: 1
A continued study of the fundamental elements of music theory as they apply to music reading and music notation. This class will focus primarily on the acquisition of aural recognition skills and music reading skills. Students will learn to write music as it is being played, and be able to perform music using solfege, rhythmic counting and rudimentary conducting skills.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1130 and class piano/completed proficiency, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1117
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MUTH 1330 - Theory I UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of all music majors and minors. A study of the fundamental elements of music with an emphasis on developing written music recognition skills. An examination of notation, scales and intervals, as well as melodic and rhythmic structure.
Prerequisites: Admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: MUTH 1130 and class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1311
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MUTH 1340 - Theory II UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of all music majors and minors. A continued examination of traditional, common practice harmony, including part writing practices of the 18th and 19th centuries.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1330 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
TCCN: TCCN MUSI 1312
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MUTH 3130 - Aural Skills III UG
Credit Hours: 1
Required of all music majors. The continued study of expanded 18th C part-writing in dictation, with a further emphasis on the acquisition of aural recognition skills and music reading skills. Students will refine ability to write music as it is being played, and be able to perform music using solfege, rhythmic counting and rudimentary conducting skills.
Prerequisites: MUTH 1140 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUTH 3140 - Aural Skills IV UG
Credit Hours: 1
Required of all music majors. The continued study of expanded 18th C part-writing in dictation, with an added emphasis on recognition skills and music reading skills in examples of advanced harmony, chromatic harmony and multi-meter.
Prerequisites: MUTH 3130 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUTH 3330 - Theory III UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of all music majors. A study of the harmonic practices of non-traditional music, including music predating the common practice period as well as music of the 20th century
Prerequisites: MUTH 1340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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MUTH 3340 - Theory IV UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required of all music majors. Practical application of the student’s understanding of fundamentals, harmony, and advanced harmony to the analysis of music. A study of terminology and techniques of Music Theory in a practical application of analysis.
Prerequisites: MUTH 3330 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: class piano/completed proficiency.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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MUTH 4210 - Forms and Styles UG
Credit Hours: 2
An examination of small forms and combination forms, and their various applications in different stylistic periods of music.
Prerequisites: MUTH 3340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring odd years)
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MUTH 4250 - Orchestration and Arranging UG
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the characteristics, strengths, and limitations of various musical instruments as well as the voice. Application of this study in the transcription of Music from one media to another. The use of a computer notation program will be utilized.
Prerequisites: MUTH 3340 , admission as music major, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring even years)
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NURS XX95 - Independent Study UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Upper level elective for Nursing majors. A course of study offered to broaden departmental curriculum that is arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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NURS XX96 - Honors Tutorial UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for the honors student in Nursing; includes extensive reading on a select topic involving nursing theory, method, or practice. This course provides opportunities for investigations related to an approved upper level course or topic of interest.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and completion of 23 credit hours in Nursing.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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NURS XX97 - Honors Thesis UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for the honors student in Nursing; includes extensive reading on a select topic involving nursing theory, method, or practice. Findings reported in writing and orally to an appropriate forum.
Prerequisites: NURS XX96 Honors Tutorial and completion of 23 credit hours in Nursing.
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
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NURS XX99 - Special Topics in Nursing UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Prerequisites: None.
When Offered: (As Needed)
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NURS 6X99 - Special Topics GR
Credit Hours: 1-3
Designed to meet special needs of individuals or special students. Offered as needed.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Science in Nursing degree program.
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated when topic is changed.
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NURS 3214 - Decision Making for Professional Nurses UG
Credit Hours: 2
An introduction to evidence-based nursing practice and strategies that enhance critical thinking and decision-making in professional nursing.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing
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NURS 3311 - Concepts of Pathophysiology UG
Credit Hours: 3
An exploration of various human physiological alterations that produce disease or injury, and discussion of the body’s response to those alterations.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 , BIOL 2402
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring, Summer)
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NURS 3313 - Pharmacotherapeutics UG
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to select drug classifications, pharmacokinetic properties, and expected therapeutic outcomes.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing
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NURS 3315 - Health Promotion & Disease Prevention UG
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to health promotion and disease prevention concepts across the life span.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing
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NURS 3316 - Health Assessment UG
Credit Hours: 3
A focus on acquiring skills used to obtain patient histories, perform holistic assessments, and communicate assessment findings.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing
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NURS 3342 - Pediatric Nursing Care UG
Credit Hours: 3
A concentration in nursing care of the pediatric individual and population.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing and succesful completion of all Level 1 courses in the nursing curriculum.
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NURS 3343 - Leadership for Evidence Based Practice 1 UG
Credit Hours: 3
An exploration of the role of the nurse leader as a member of the interprofessional team with a focus on evidence-driven leadership and management. Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) will be analyzed using the foundations of nursing theory and research.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing and successful completion of all Level 1 courses in the nursing curriculum.
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NURS 3344 - Mental Health Nursing Care UG
Credit Hours: 3
An emphasis on the nurse’s role and responsibilities in providing care for individuals and populations with psychiatric/mental health issues.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing and successful completionof all Level 1 courses in the nursing curriculum.
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NURS 3412 - Fundamentals of Nursing UG
Credit Hours: 4
An introduction to foundational principles of nursing and basic essential nursing skills to provide safe and evidence-based nursing care.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing
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NURS 3641 - Essential Concepts of Adult Health Nursing UG
Credit Hours: 6
An emphasis on providing nursing care to adult and geriatric patients experiencing acute or chronic alterations in health and wellness.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 9
When Offered: (Fall, Spring)
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing and succesful completion of all Level 1 courses in the nursing curriculum
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NURS 4332 - Maternal & Newborn Nursing Care UG
Credit Hours: 3
A focus on nursing care of the childbearing family and newborn.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: Admission to the School of Nursing and successful completion of all Level 2 courses in the nursing curriculum
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