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MUSC 344 - Teaching Choral Music Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, one hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 354 with a grade of “C” or better.
Techniques for developing K-12 school choral music programs. Curriculum, pedagogy, materials, and program administration. Clinical experiences in schools required.
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MUSC 346 - Methods and Literature for School Bands Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 352 and MUSC 354 with minimum grades of “C”.
A survey of instructional methods and literature for beginning, intermediate and advanced school bands. Includes curriculum planning, rehearsal techniques, performance practices for various style periods and cultures. At least six hours of observation/participation in public school music classes and participation in Lab Band as conductor teacher and performer is required.
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MUSC 348 - Woodwind Techniques Credits: (1)
Development of skills, teaching methods and materials, field experiences, and knowledge in the fundamentals of playing, teaching and maintaining woodwind instruments: clarinet, saxophone, flute, oboe, and bassoon.
Note(s): May be taken more than once for a total of 2 credit hours.
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MUSC 349 - Brass Techniques Credits: (1)
Development of skills, teaching methods and materials, field experiences, and knowledge in the fundamentals of playing, teaching, and maintaining brass instruments: trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba.
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MUSC 350 - Percussion Techniques Credits: (1)
Introduction to basic percussion instrument performance techniques.
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MUSC 351 - String Techniques Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours laboratory.
Fundamentals of playing violin, viola, cello and bass; teaching skills; maintenance techniques.
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MUSC 352 - Growth and Development of the Music Learner Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; one hour laboratory.
A study of the musical, mental, physical, behavioral- emotional, and social growth characteristics of students and of individual differences among students. Course focuses on the relationship between human development and the music curriculum. Students will address state and national standards through peer instruction. Laboratory includes at least nine hours observation in schools, exercises in peer teaching, and uses of technology in music education.
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MUSC 353 - Classroom Instruments Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 120 with a grade of “C” or better.
Study of instruments commonly used in general music classes in schools, including pitched and unpitched percussion, recorder, guitar, baritone ukulele, and autoharp. The course includes playing techniques for classroom ensembles, including western and non-western instruments, improvisation in general music, instrument construction, repertoire, and basic arranging for classroom instruments. Information on using the voice effectively in the classroom is also included. Students will address state and national standards through classroom instrument instruction.
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MUSC 354 - Introduction to Conducting Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Three hours.
Prerequisites: MUSC 100 .
Pre- or Corequisites: MUSC 212 and MUSC 215 .
Introduces basic techniques including application of aural and rhythmic skills.
Note(s): Fall.
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MUSC 355 - Choral Conducting Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, one hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 354 .
Continuation of MUSC 354 with emphasis on conducting techniques, score analysis and interpretation, and rehearsal methods integral to conducting choral music literature from each of the stylistic periods.
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MUSC 356 - Instrumental Conducting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: MUSC 354 and one semester each of Woodwind Class, Brass Class, Percussion Class and String Class.
Continuation of MUSC 354 with emphasis on band and orchestral conducting. Score reading, instrumental score interpretation, instrumental rehearsal techniques, teaching musicianship, literature, instrumentation. Each student prepares score for rehearsal by large instrumental ensemble. Participation in Lab Band as conductor teacher and performer is required.
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MUSC 357 - Vocal Pedagogy Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
Designed for voice majors/minors and vocal/choral Music Education majors. In this course students will learn anatomical and physiological elements of the vocal mechanism related to singing through reading, research, and discussion. Pedagogical techniques for singers and future vocal teachers will be evaluated to aid students in developing a personal methodology for teaching voice and choral ensembles.
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MUSC 358 - Choral Literature and Materials Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: Open to Music Education students.
Survey of choral music literature for K-12 school and community choral programs.
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MUSC 360 - Marching Band Techniques Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hour lecture, laboratory.
A survey of the methods and materials necessary for the organization, administration, and instruction of school marching bands. At least four hours of observation/participation in public school music classes is required.
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MUSC 364 - Jazz Techniques I Credits: (1-2)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 112 or permission of instructor.
Development of skills and knowledge in the fundamentals of performing and improvising in the jazz idiom. Provides an overview of the methods and materials necessary for the development of high school/middle school jazz ensemble programs. Topics include jazz styles and phrasing, jazz theory, ensemble directing skills, pedagogical techniques, and development of improvisation through listening, analysis, transcription, and performance. At least four hours of observation/ participation in public school music classes is required.
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MUSC 366 - Travel Study Credits: (1-12)
Academic study involving domestic and/or international travel.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit with different topics or areas of study.
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MUSC 367 - Guitar Class Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours.
Beginning through intermediate guitar techniques intended primarily for students requiring functional skills.
Note(s): Open to all students with consent of instructor. Fall
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MUSC 368 - Guitar Class Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours.
Beginning through intermediate guitar techniques intended primarily for students requiring functional skills.
Note(s): Open to all students with consent of instructor. Spring.
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MUSC 369 - Fretboard Skills Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 368 and permission of instructor for non-guitar performance majors.
Basic skills in harmonization, transposition, position studies and improvisation will be studied as they specifically apply to the fingerboard.
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MUSC 370 - Fretboard Skills Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 368 and permission of instructor for non-guitar performance majors.
Basic skills in harmonization, transposition, position studies and improvisation will be studied as they specifically apply to the fingerboard.
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MUSC 371 - Third Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One-half hour (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 272 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MUSC 372 - Third Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One-half hour (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 371 with a grade of “C” or better.
Pre- or Corequisites: One of the following courses: MUSC 115 , MUSC 433 , MUSC 435 , MUSC 436 , MUSC 437 , MUSC 453, MUSC 455 or MUSC 457 .
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MUSC 373 - Computer Music Composition Credits: (1-2)
Instructional Method: Two hours (1) or four hours laboratory (2).
Prerequisites: MUSC 127 and MUSC 212 .
Original compositions using electronic sound sources are prepared for performance in a concert setting or as a vital component in an audiovisual presentation. Existing works composed for electronic sound sources are surveyed.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 375 - Influence of Music on Behavior Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Upper level standing as a music therapy major.
Pre- or Corequisites: MUSC 102 .
Study of uses of music, past and present, and its effects and/or impact on man’s behavior. This is to include social, emotional, physical, medical, and spiritual behaviors.
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MUSC 380 - The History and Pedagogy of Percussion Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: The student must have at least two semesters of applied percussion study.
Many of the percussion students at RU are looking towards graduate work in percussion performance and pedagogy. As a result of this, it is important to offer an opportunity to enhance a student’s knowledge with regard to the history and pedagogy of percussion, considering there is limited time to do so during weekly lessons. The course would be a mixture of traditional lecture sessions, presentations, research, and a short performance followed by a critical discussion of the work performed.
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MUSC 391 - Topics in the Arts and Entertainment Business Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One lecture, two hours field study.
Prerequisites: MUSC 104 and permission of instructor.
Variable topic course. Will study major topics and issues in the arts and entertainment fields. The class content will draw from important and relevant industry issues, current events, and individual student interests and projects. Depending upon the topic, this course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Women’s Studies.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 400 - Field Experiences in Music Education Credits: (0)
Prerequisites: Concentration in Music Education.
This repeatable course functions as a shell for management of accrued pre-student teaching field experience hours. Students will accrue 2-6 hours of micro-teaching field experiences.
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MUSC 402 - Clinical Orientation in Music Therapy Credits: (1)
Prerequisites: MUSC 102 , MUSC 202 , and MUSC 302 .
This organized and structured experience in a clinical setting involves observation and participation in a clinical setting under the supervision of a board certified music therapist.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 404 - Music Business Field Experience Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 104 and permission of instructor.
This organized and structured experience in a music business setting involves 30 to 60 hours of observation and participation under the supervision of a business manager or owner.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 416 - Fund-raising and Finance for the Arts Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An intensive study of financial and funding issues in the arts and entertainment industries, and the role of the financial manager and development director in these affairs. Topics covered include financial planning and reporting, budgeting, and grant writing and research.
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MUSC 417 - Form and Analysis Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 212 .
Standard forms from small units through concerto and fugal techniques. Synthesis of larger, more general concepts. Comparative study of various periods and cultures.
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MUSC 418 - Arranging and Orchestration Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 212 .
Scoring for various band and orchestral ensembles; vocal and instrumental arranging. Includes the study, preparation and performance of scores.
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MUSC 419 - Counterpoint Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 212 .
The detailed study and composition of the various contrapuntal devices and forms found in the history of western music.
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MUSC 420 - Methods and Materials in Music Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 112 and upper-level standing.
Investigates existing methods and resource materials in music therapy and covers practices and techniques of the 4 music therapy methods, recreative, composition, improvisation, and receptive methods and their application to a wide variety of disability areas.
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MUSC 421 - Guitar History and Literature Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 321 and MUSC 322 .
A study of guitar history and literature from the Renaissance to the present will include such topics as notation, performance practices, instrumental development and social contexts.
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MUSC 422 - Guitar History and Literature Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 321 and MUSC 322 .
A study of guitar history and literature from the Renaissance to the present will include such topics as notation, performance practices, instrumental development and social contexts.
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MUSC 428 - Computer Music Forum Credits: (1-2)
Instructional Method: Two hours (1) or four hours (2) presentations and discussion.
Prerequisites: MUSC 128 .
Intensive work on individual projects in computer music and related research, with class discussion of these and of current developments in the field. Graduate credit requires work at advanced levels.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 433 - Advanced Jazz Combo Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two Hours Rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
Performance of advanced jazz literature for a jazz combo. Emphasis on composition/arranging, improvisation, development of repertory of jazz tunes for performance. Present concerts and programs throughout the year on and off campus.
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MUSC 434 - Jazz Ensemble Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition. Exposure, learning and performance of traditional and contemporary styles of music for the jazz ensemble.
Presents formal and/or informal programs throughout the year on and off campus.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit. Open to all students for audition. A maximum of one credit may be used to meet the large ensemble requirement for music majors.
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MUSC 435 - Percussion Ensemble Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
Performance of contemporary percussion/marimba ensemble literature. Presents programs throughout the year on and off campus.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit. Open to all students by audition each semester. A maximum of one credit may be used to meet the large ensemble requirement for music majors.
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MUSC 436 - Guitar Ensemble Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
The Guitar Ensemble offers training in sight reading and chamber music performance skills for guitarists. Performs both on and off campus, and is open to all students by audition, each semester.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit. A maximum of four credits may be used to meet the large ensemble requirement for majors.
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MUSC 437 - Digital Ensemble Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: MUSC 128 or equivalent.
Existing and original music is prepared for public performance using electronic sound sources in a chamber ensemble setting.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 445 - Guitar Pedagogy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Guitar instructional principles, procedures, materials and their applications will be studied. This course will investigate both historical and current theories and practice.
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MUSC 446 - Methods and Practicum for Primary Music Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 161 :MUSC 162 , MUSC 353 and concentration in Music Education.
Study of children’s musical mental, physical, behavioral, emotional, and social growth characteristics from age birth – 9 and development of appropriate curriculum, methods, and materials for teaching Grade PreK–Grade 3 general music.
Note(s): Hours of observation/participation in public school general music classes are required.
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MUSC 447 - Methods and Practicum for Intermediate Music Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 161 , MUSC 162 , MUSC 353 , MUSC 446 and concentration in Music Education.
Study of children’s musical mental, physical, behavioral, emotional, and social growth characteristics from age 10 to age 14 and development of appropriate curriculum, methods, and materials for teaching Grade 4–Grade 8.
Note(s): Hours of observation/participation in public school general music classes are required.
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MUSC 449 - Piano Pedagogy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture, demonstration, laboratory.
Prerequisites: Level 4 proficiency in piano.
Survey of piano teaching materials, methods and approaches, with emphasis on elementary through intermediate level students; practical demonstration and application of material; observation of teaching and supervised student teaching.
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MUSC 450 - Chamber Music Ensemble Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Rehearsal and performance of chamber music literature from duo sonatas to chamber works for strings, winds, mixed strings and winds with or without piano.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 455 - Madrigal Singers Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
Performs primarily a capella literature from the Renaissance through the 20th century.
Note(s): A high degree of personal musicianship, discipline and vocal ability is required. A maximum of four credits may be used to meet the large ensemble requirements for music majors. May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 456 - Radford Singers Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Four hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
Performs a wide variety of choral music from all historical periods. A high degree of personal musicianship, discipline and vocal ability is required. Participates in concerts, tours and other activities both on and off campus.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 457 - Opera Workshop Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours rehearsal.
Prerequisites: Audition.
Study and preparation of vocal roles and ensembles to produce an opera and/or opera excerpts. Presents programs on and off campus throughout the year with two evenings of a fully staged performance in the spring. A maximum of two credits may be used to meet the large ensemble requirement for music majors.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 458 - Accompanying Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Two hours lab/coaching.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Accompanying of instrumentalists and vocalists in rehearsals and public performances. Music Education students spend at least four hours as an accompanist for a school choral ensemble during final required semester.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 459 - Methods and Practicum for Performing Ensembles Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Music Teacher Education program.
A study of techniques for planning, teaching, and managing successful school performing ensembles. At least 15 hours observation/participation in schools are required.
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MUSC 462 - Student Teaching in Music K-12 Credits: (12)
Prerequisites: Admittance into the Teacher Education Program.
Clinical experience on one or more grade levels appropriate to music certification in Virginia; begins with observation and limited participation and culminates in assumption of full responsibility in the classroom. Special seminars regularly scheduled to enhance the professional development of the student.
Note(s): Pass/Fail. A fee of $110 will be charged to students taking MUSC 462.
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MUSC 470 - Fourth Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One-half hour (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 372 with a grade of “C” or better.
Upper level applied music instruction for students who have met their major requirements in applied music.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit.
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MUSC 471 - Fourth Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One half (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 372 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MUSC 472 - Fourth Year Applied Music Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One half (one credit) or one-hour private lesson (two or three credits). Three credits available to performance majors only.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSC 471 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MUSC 485 - Psychology of Music Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
The role and function of music in human existence with a focus on the objective and scientific components of sound and music with their subsequent physiological, psychological, intellectual/cognitive, and social effects.
Note(s): Required of all music therapy students and open to students in other curricula.
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MUSC 486 - Psychology of Music II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
Structured to establish an understanding of research methods for music therapy and music education. The remaining topics to be discussed include measurement and evaluation in music, learning theory and creativity.
Note(s): Required for all music therapy students and open to students in other curricula.
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MUSC 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in music.
To earn a bachelor’s degree with honors in music, a student must conduct research and write a thesis based on the research. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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MUSC 492 - Computer Music Project Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: MUSC 128 ; MUSC 212 ; MUSC 227 .
After substantial inquiry into a major topic area of computer music, such as multimedia performance, sound synthesis, psycho acoustics or existing electronic music repertoire, a written document or public performance is prepared.
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MUSC 493 - Internship in Music Therapy Credits: (1-12)
Prerequisites: Completion of all undergraduate course requirements in music therapy, upper level standing as a Music Therapy major and permission of instructor.
Six-month internship in an approved facility under a board-certified therapist.
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MUSC 494 - Internship in Music Business Credits: (3-6)
Prerequisites: Completion of all undergraduate music business courses with a grade of “C” or better and permission of instructor.
Six weeks full-time work (3 credit hours) up to eight weeks full-time work (6 credit hours) in the management aspects of a business related to music chosen by the student and approved by the advisor and department chairperson.
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MUSC 495 - Seminar in Music History and Literature Credits: (2-3)
Instructional Method: Two-three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MUSC 321 and MUSC 322 .
Specialized topic course. Study of advanced music history or literature.
Note(s): May be taken again for credit with different topics.
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MUSC 497 - Undergraduate Recital Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: (Half recital - one credit. Full recital - two or three credits.)
Prerequisites: Level six proficiency in Applied Music or Composition and permission of instructor for a full recital. Level three proficiency in Applied Music or Composition and permission of instructor for a half recital.
Formal public performance. Three credits available to performance level students only. This course may serve as the final honors project in music. A minimum grade of “B” must be earned in order to receive credit toward completion of the Honors Academy requirements.
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MUSC 499 - Undergraduate Thesis Credits: (2)
Prerequisites: MUSC 322 and MUSC 498 .
Grade of “B” must be earned in order to receive credit toward completion of the Honors Academy requirements.
Note(s): For a description of graduate courses, please consult the Radford University Graduate Catalog.
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NURS 321 - Pathophysiology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BIOL 322 .
Major pathophysiologic concepts are explored. Theories relating etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations are used to study common disease processes. Concepts from anatomy and physiology provide the foundation for exploring human dysfunction. Concepts learned in this course are basic to the health professions. This course is open to all students.
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NURS 330 - Foundations for Professional Practice Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing; Registered Nurse students.
The objectives and content of this Level One Course are derived from the School of Nursing’s philosophy and conceptual framework and facilitate achievement of the School’s program objectives, as well as the essentials of Baccalaureate Education (AACN). Additionally, the major topics and skills covered in this course are common to most foundational and professional texts. Current research and advancement in nursing theory and clinical practice also determine course content.
Note(s): RN to BSN course.
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NURS 335 - RN Transition I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing; Registered Nurse students.
The objectives and content of this course are derived from the AACN Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and the School of Nursing’s philosophy and conceptual framework to facilitate the achievement of the program objectives. The course integrates pathophysiology, pharmacology and health assessment for the experienced Registered Nurse as follows: (1) focuses on pathophysiology throughout the lifespan providing the student with a scientific knowledge base applicable to clinical practice (2) emphasizes the relationship of drugs and their effects on humans, and (3) focuses on the use of health assessment skills with clients throughout the lifespan providing the student with the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to perform a systematic health assessment.
Note(s): RN to BSN course.
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NURS 340 - Health Assessment Throughout the Lifespan Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing.
Focuses on the use of health assessment skills required to perform a systematic health assessment.
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NURS 341 - Medical Terminology for Healthcare Professionals Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BIOL 310 & BIOL 311 (BIOL 311 can be concurrent); or BIOL 322 .
Designed to help develop comprehensive, integrative skills in using and understanding medical terminology utilized in healthcare settings, medical literature, and in healthcare data analysis.
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NURS 345 - Foundations of Nursing Practice Credits: (7)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture; three hours clinical lab.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing.
Focuses on the foundational skills necessary for successful community based nursing practice.
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NURS 352 - Mental Health Nursing Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing.
Development of nursing knowledge and skill for mental health promotion, protection, and restoration.
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NURS 362 - Nursing Research Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: NURS 340 , NURS 345 , NURS 352 or permission of instructor.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the research process including problem statements, review of literature, methodology, design, sampling, data collection, and interpretation of findings. The course emphasizes knowledge and skills that are essential for critical evaluation of data-based publications and presentations.
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NURS 364 - Nursing of the Adult I Credits: (6)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture, six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: NURS 340 , NURS 345 , NURS 352 , and NURS 368 .
Develops the student’s theoretical knowledge of holistic nursing care of the adult. Practicum provides opportunity to promote, protect, and restore health of acutely and chronically ill adults through application of theoretical knowledge in a variety of settings.
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NURS 365 - Nursing Research Post-licensure Track Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the research process including problem statements, review of literature, methodology, design, sampling, data collection, interpretation of findings and dissemination of findings. The course emphasizes knowledge and skills that are essential for critical evaluation of data-based publications and presentations.
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NURS 366 - Nursing of Childbearing Family Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: NURS 340 , NURS 345 , NURS 352 , and NURS 368 .
In-depth consideration of the childbearing phase of the lifecycle with application of theory through nursing care of clients and their families related to childbearing in a variety of health care venues or in the community.
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NURS 368 - Nursing Pharmacology I Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Admission to nursing program.
Emphasis is placed on medication administration mathematics and the relationship of drugs and their effects on humans.
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NURS 369 - Nursing Pharmacology II Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 343 , NURS 352 and NURS 368 .
This course is a continuation of NURS 368 . Emphasis is placed on continuing to advance knowledge and understanding of the relationship of drugs and their effects on humans with complex problems.
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NURS 435 - RN Transition Course II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing, NURS 330 , NURS 335 ; Registered Nurse students.
Focuses on application of the nursing process to provide in-depth nursing care for clients and their families. This course promotes the development of the student’s ability to apply theoretical knowledge to promote, protect, and restore health across the lifespan.
Note(s): RN to BSN course.
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NURS 441 - Gerontological Nursing - Post-Licensure Track Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and six hours practicum
Prerequisites: Admission to the post-licensure, RN-to-BSN program.
Pre- or Corequisites: NURS 330 .
Focuses on the aging process to include biological, sociological, psychological, and spiritual components with clinical applications in the provision of care to older adult clients in a variety of settings, such as the community, assisted living facilities, acute care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care facilities.
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NURS 443 - Nursing of Children Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: NURS 362 , NURS 364 , NURS 366 , NURS 368 , NURS 369 .
Focuses on normal growth and development, and evidence based nursing interventions appropriate for managing the acute and chronic care and the promotion of health for children in a variety of settings.
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NURS 444 - Gerontological Nursing Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: NURS 362 , NURS 364 , NURS 368 , NURS 369 .
Focuses on the aging process to include biological, sociological, psychological, and spiritual components with clinical applications in the provision of care to older adult clients in a variety of settings, such as the community, assisted living facilities, acute care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care facilities.
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NURS 448 - Nursing of the Adult II Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: NURS 362 , NURS 364 , NURS 366 , NURS 368 , NURS 369 .
Focuses on nursing care for adult clients with complex health problems incorporating clinical experiences in a variety of community settings. Previously gained knowledge as well as new knowledge is emphasized to promote the acutely ill client’s holistic health. Theoretical knowledge and clinical application facilitate transition from student to professional nurse.
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NURS 449 - Leadership in Professional Practice Post-Licensure Track Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three lecture hours. Six hours Practicum.
Prerequisites: Admission to the post-licensure, RN-BSN program.
Pre- or Corequisites: NURS 330 .
Focuses on leadership style, management and leadership theories, change, quality management, fiscal and economic issues, personnel management, legal and ethical issues, health care organizations and policy, professionalism, political action, and career development. The clinical component of the course will be individualized to the needs of each student in order to meet course objectives. The clinical component activities may include job shadowing, workshops, mandatory research and political events, financial planning projects, and staff development projects such as mentoring.
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NURS 450 - Current Issues in Nursing Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisites: Upper division standing or permission of instructor.
Explores current problems in nursing, health care and health care delivery. Depending upon the topic, this course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Women’s Studies.
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NURS 451 - Community Health Nursing Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: NURS 443 , NURS 444 and NURS 448 .
Focuses on client/environment interactions incorporating clinical experiences with diverse populations in a variety of community settings and with individuals, families, aggregates, and communities.
Note(s): When NURS 451 is offered in the summer, it is open to RN-BSN students only.
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NURS 452 - Introduction to US Healthcare Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BIOL 105 or permission from instructor.
Explores current topics in health care, health care delivery models, ethical, legal, regulatory and compliance issues. This course will also cover the quality and outcome measures that are essential in the healthcare industry. The objectives and content of this course are derived from the School of Nursing’s philosophy and conceptual framework, which facilitates achievement of the School’s program objectives as well as the essentials of Baccalaureate Education (AACN).
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NURS 453 - Leadership in Nursing Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture.
Prerequisites: NURS 443 , NURS 444 , NURS 448 .
Corequisites: NURS 454 .
Focuses on the major leadership and professional development skills necessary for professional practice, including leadership style, management and leadership theories, change, quality management, fiscal and economic issues, personnel management, legal and ethical issues, healthcare organizations and policy, professionalism, personal nursing philosophy, political action, career development, and historical influences on nursing today.
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NURS 454 - Clinical Nursing Practicum Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four credit hours: 12 hours practicum per week.
Prerequisites: NURS 443 , NURS 444 , NURS 448 .
Corequisites: NURS 451 and NURS 453 .
Provides students with the opportunity to synthesize theoretical concepts, current research, and nursing practice skills in a selected clinical setting. Professional roles are applied through structured clinical learning experiences, and learning is facilitated through a selected clinical role model serving as preceptor to the student.
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NURS 455 - Introduction to Flight Nursing Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Focuses on the theoretical knowledge of nursing care of adults and children with complex illnesses involved in air transport, including immediate stabilization and transport of the emergent patient utilizing a team approach.
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NURS 456 - Community Health Nursing – Post-licensure track Credits: (5)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; six hours practicum.
Prerequisites: Admission to the post-licensure track, RN-BSN program and NURS 330 .
Focuses on client/environment interactions incorporating clinical experiences with diverse populations in a variety of community settings and with individuals, families, aggregates, and communities.
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NURS 473 - Emerging Therapies for Health Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing or permission of instructor.
Examines therapies becoming accepted by Americans as complements or alternatives to traditional Western medical practices. Focuses on non-toxic and noninvasive approaches to achieving and maintaining wellness and healing for the body, mind and spirit.
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NURS 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in the School of Nursing.
Project and the topic to be explored will be determined by the student and the faculty member with whom the student works. (Honors project may be a written or a written and performance-based project.) In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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NURS 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Available to nursing students in upper division. Provides opportunity to pursue an in-depth topic relevant to nursing. See “Independent Study ” for approval procedure.
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NUTR 214 - Introduction to Nutrition Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A study of the relationship of nutrition to health at various stages of life and in different lifestyles.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Health and Wellness.
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NUTR 300 - Medical Terminology Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Develops language skills necessary for effective communication in the health care setting.
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NUTR 301 - Introduction to Professions in Nutrition and Dietetics Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture; two hours field experience.
Prerequisites: Major in Nutrition and Dietetics and junior standing.
Students are introduced into professions in nutrition, including educational preparation, areas of specialization and professional issues in the discipline.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both NUTR 301 and NUTR 100.
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NUTR 303 - Nutrition Assessment Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: BIOL 322 and junior standing.
Introduces techniques and interpretation of nutrition assessment parameters (dietary, physical, biochemical and clinical data) to determine the nutritional status, requirements and practice interventions/applications in health and disease.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both NUTR 403 and NUTR 303.
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