Course Descriptions

MUSIC 112 - Musicianship 1

1. Perform rhythms from a whole note to an eighth note and their rest equivalents (GE3, PG1, PG4)
2. Sing melodies based on step wise motion (GE5, PG1, PG4)
3. Sing arpeggios of the tonic, dominant and subdominant chords (GE5, PG1, PG4)
4. Perform exercises that include dotted rhythms (GE3, PG1, PG4)
5. Sing in the treble, bass and alto clefs (GE5, PG1, PG4)
6. Sing in the major and minor modes (GE5, PG1, PG4)
7. Perform in basic compound time (GE3, PG1, PG4)
8. Take dictations of simple melodies and harmonies (GE1, GE2, PG1, PG4)

MUSIC 113 - Musicianship 2

1. Sing arpeggios of dominant seventh chords (GE5, PG1, PG4)
2. Perform in advanced compound meters (GE3, PG1, PG4)
3. Perform triplets in duple time signatures (GE3, PG1, PG4)
4. Sing melodies with skips of all diatonic intervals up to an octave (GE5, PG1, PG4)
5. Perform rhythmic examples that include tied figures (GE3, PG1, PG4)
6. Perform syncopated rhythmic figures (GE3, PG1, PG4)
7. Perform rhythmic examples with subdivisions up to a sixteenth note (GE3, PG1, PG4)
8. Take dictation of the musical elements performed in the class (GE1, GE2, PG1, PG4)

MUSIC 114 - Keyboard Skills for Music Majors 1

  (Fall & Spring Only) Three hours laboratory. One Credit. One billable hour.

Pre-requisite(s): exemption/completion of ENG 001  and MUSIC 105  
Co-requisite(s): concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 110   andMUSIC 112  
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Develop familiarity with the piano keyboard (PG1, PG5)
2. Develop a reading knowledge of basic pitch and rhythmic notation (GE3, PG1, PG5)
3. Learn to play the following chord progressions in all keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
4. Harmonize and improvise simple melodies of a 5-finger pattern (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
5. Develop good hand position and finger dexterity (PG1, PG5)
6. Perform all major scales and minor scales to include Am, Em, Dm, and Bm (GE3, PG1, PG5)
7. Sight-read simple melodies and songs (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
8. Play major, minor, augmented, and diminished triads in root position with recognition of inversions (GE3, PG1, PG5)

MUSIC 115 - Keyboard Skills for Music Majors 2

1. Learn to recognize and play all diatonic chords in major and minor keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
2. Harmonize simple melodies in all major and minor keys (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
3. Transpose simple melodies in all major and minor keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
4. Improvise an eight measure melody within major and minor keys (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
5. Sight-read increasingly complex melodies and songs (GE3, PG1, PG5)
6. Play seventh chords in root position and inversions (GE3, PG1, PG5)
7. Analyze short piano compositions for nonchord tones (GE3, PG1, PG5)
8. Perform all cadences from in four part harmony (GE3, PG1, PG5)

MUSIC 120 - Chorus

1. Demonstrate vocal techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances(PG2, PG3, GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).

MUSIC 122 - Symphony Orchestra

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance. (PG1,PG4,GE1,GE7)
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble. (PG1,PG4,GE2,GE5,GE7)
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques. (PG1,GE2,GE5)
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy. (PG1,PG3,GE5,GE6)
5. Explore new musical techniques. (PG1,PG3,PG4,GE2,GE5,GE6)
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances. (PG2,PG3,GE1,GE2,GE4,GE5)

MUSIC 124 - Jazz Ensemble

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE 6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG 2, PG3, GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).

MUSIC 126 - Jazz Choir

1. Demonstrate vocal techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG 1, PG 4, GE 1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG 1, PG 4, GE 2, GE 5, GE 7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG 1, GE 2, GE 5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG 1, PG 3, GE 5, GE 6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG 1, PG 3, PG 4, GE 2, GE 5, GE 6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG 2, PG 3, GE 1, GE 2, GE 4, GE 5).

MUSIC 128 - Jazz Combo

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance. (PG1,PG4,GE1,GE7)
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble. (PG1,PG4,GE2,GE5,GE7)
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques. (PG1,GE2,GE5)
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy. (PG1,PG3,GE5,GE6)
5. Explore new musical techniques. (PG1,PG3,PG4,GE2,GE5,GE6)
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances. (PG2,PG3,GE1,GE2,GE4,GE5)

MUSIC 130 - Guitar Ensemble

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG2, PG3, GE1, GE2, GE4, GE).

MUSIC 132 - Rock ‘n’ Roll Ensemble

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance. (PG1,PG4,GE1,GE7)
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble. (PG1,PG4,GE2,GE5,GE7)
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques. (PG1,GE2,GE5)
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy. (PG1,PG3,GE5,GE6)
5. Explore new musical techniques. (PG1,PG3,PG4,GE2,GE5,GE6)
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances. (PG2,PG3,GE1,GE2,GE4,GE5)

MUSIC 134 - Percussion Ensemble

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG2, PG3, GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).

MUSIC 136 - Concert Band

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG2, PG3, GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).

MUSIC 138 - String Orchestra

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG2, PG3, GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).

MUSIC 140 - Class Guitar

1. Demonstrate correct playing technique including correct playing position and correct left and right hand technique (PG1)
2. Perform the following major scales (one octave) in first position using the rest stroke: C,G,D,A,E and F (GE3, PG1, PG3)
3. Accompany a melody using basic open chords in the keys of C, G,D,A,E, Em & Am (GE5, PG1, PG3)
4. Read and perform notated music in first position with correct notes, correct rhythms, and a steady beat (GE3, PG1, PG3)
5. Perform simple two and three part pieces with a small ensemble (GE5, PG1)
6. Improvise using the pentatonic scale (GE3, PG1, PG2)
7. Perform a solo finger style piece for the class at the end of the semester (GE3, PG1)

MUSIC 141 - Class Voice

1. Introduction to correct vocal technique;
2. Introduction to techniques to improve pitch accuracy;
3. Examine how to express lines musically;
4. Introduction to new music literature in the areas of folksong, art song, and musical theater;
5. Participate in cultural events and activities on campus and in the surrounding community;
6. Critically analyze professional vocal performances in writing;
7. Orally analyze peer vocal performances.

MUSIC 142 - Class Piano

1. To gain keyboard facility commensurate with elementary skills of musicianship;
2. To develop the ability to play simple accompaniments;
3. To sight-read, transpose, improvise and harmonize at the elementary level;
4. To understand the structure of music through keyboard experience;
5. To analyze the rhythmic, melodic and harmonic elements of short piano pieces;
6. To promote musicianship by studying and playing simple compositions;
7. To examine various styles and utilizing various incipient techniques.

MUSIC 143 - Vocal Chamber Ensemble

1. Demonstrate vocal techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG 1, PG 4, GE 1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG 1, PG 4, GE 2, GE 5, GE 7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG 1, GE 2, GE 5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG 1, PG 3, GE 5, GE 6)
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG 1, PG 3, PG 4, GE 2, GE 5, GE 6)
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG 2, PG 3, GE 1, GE 2, GE 4, GE 5).

MUSIC 170 - Clarinet Ensemble

1. Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
2. Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
3. Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
4. Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
5. Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
6. Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG2, PG , GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).

MUSIC 210 - Theory of Music 3

1. Describe secondary harmonic functions (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
2. Compose 4-part choral compositions using secondary harmony. (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
3. Analyze works with secondary functions (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
4. Describe modulation using diatonic common chords (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
5. Compose modulating 4-part choral compositions (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
6. Analyze modulating compositions (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
7. Analyze compositions for basic elements of form (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)
8. Describe the principals of two voice counterpoint (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG3)

MUSIC 211 - Theory of Music 4

1. Describe the functions of advanced chromatic harmony (GE1,GE 2,GE3,GE5,PG3)
2. Compose 4-part choral compositions using borrowed harmony, Neapolitan chords, and augmented 6th chords. (GE1,GE2,GE3, GE5,PG3)
3. Analyze compositions for elements of advanced chromatic harmony (GE1,GE2,GE3,GE5,PG3)
4. Construct Neapolitan and augmented 6th chords (GE1,GE2,GE3, GE5, PG5)
5. Describe the elements of tertian harmony (GE1,GE2,GE3,GE5, PG3)
6. Create simple compositions using the diatonic modes (GE1,GE2, GE3,GE5,PG3)
7. Describe harmonic systems other than diatonic (GE1,GE2,GE3, GE5,PG3)
8. Compose using the atonal theory (GE1,GE2,GE3,GE5,PG3)
9. Compose using 12-tone serialism (GE1,GE2,GE3,GE5,PG3)

MUSIC 212 - Musicianship 3

1. Sing melodies that include chromatic neighbor tones (GE5, PG 1, PG4)
2. Sing melodies that modulate to the relative mode or dominant key (GE5, PG1, PG4)
3. Sing melodies that have skips larger than an octave (GE5, PG1, PG4)
4. Sing melodies that have skips to chromatic tones (GE5, PG1, PG4)
5. Sing melodies that outline secondary harmonic functions (GE5, PG1, PG4)
6. Perform rhythmic examples that mix subdivisions of the beat (GE3, PG1, PG4)
7. Perform rhythmic examples that subdivide the beat into six equal parts (GE3, PG1, PG4)
8. Take dictation of the musical elements performed in class (GE 1, GE2, PG1, PG4)

MUSIC 213 - Musicianship 4

1. Sing melodies based off of the diatonic church modes (GE5, PG 1, PG4)
2. Sing melodies that have the flatted 6th scale degree in the major mode (GE5, PG1, PG4)
3. Sing melodies that outline the dominant 9th chord (GE5, PG1, PG4)
4. Sing melodies that use the flatted supertonic scale degree (GE 5, PG1, PG4)
5. Sing melodies that have changing time signatures (GE5, PG1, PG 4)
6. Sing melodies that outline octatonic scales (GE5, PG1, PG4)
7. Take dictation of the musical elements performed in class (GE1, GE2, PG1, PG4)

MUSIC 214 - Keyboard Skills for Music Majors 3

1. Learn to recognize and play all secondary dominant chords in major and minor keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
2. Harmonize simple modulating melodies in all major and minor keys (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
3. Perform piano compositions in three part form (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
4. Perform piano compositions in rondo form (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
5. Perform dominant seventh arpeggios in all keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
6. Perform diminished seventh arpeggios in all keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
7. Analyze short piano compositions for formal elements (GE3, PG 1, PG3, PG5)

MUSIC 215 - Keyboard Skills for Music Majors 4

1. Learn to recognize and play all augmented sixth chords in major and minor keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
2. Harmonize simple melodies in all diatonic modes (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
3. Perform chord progressions with tertian harmony (GE3, PG1, PG5)
4. Learn to recognize and play the Neapolitan chord in all major and minor keys (GE3, PG1, PG5)
5. Perform a simple atonal composition at the keyboard (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
6. Perform a simple minimalist composition at the keyboard (GE3, GE5, PG1, PG5)
7. Perform all pentatonic and synthetic scales from the keyboard (GE3, PG1, PG5)

NRP 101 - Introduction to Paramedicine

1. Describe major events that influenced the development of EMS systems in the US. (PG1)
2. Define the role of the paramedic in patient care situations as defined by National Standards.(PG1, PG5)
3. Identify the key elements of EMS research and its benefits to prehospital emergency care. (PG1, PG5)
4. Define major medical legal issues in providing prehospital patient care. (PG1)
5. Apply knowledge of medical legal and ethical principles to patient scenarios. PG1, PG5)
6. Calculate proper medication dosages for patients given a variety of routes of administration. (PG1, PG2)
7. Define each element of a drug profile including names, mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, common side effects, dosages and precautions. (PG1, PG2)

NRP 102 - Preparing for Advanced Life Support

1. Use appropriate techniques to obtain a medical history from a patient.
2. Explain the pathophysiological significance of physical exam findings.
3. Integrate the principles of history taking and techniques of physical exam to perform a patient assessment.
4. Discuss the pathophysiology, symptomology and prehospital treatment for each of the following conditions:
   1. Traumatic Injuries
   2. Neurological Emergencies
   3. Pulmonary Emergencies
   4. Allergic Reactions
   5. Shock
5. Identify key cardiac dysrhythmias given a 3 lead EKG rhythm strip.
6. Successfully manage a patient with a compromised airway using basic and advanced airway devices

NRP 103 - Paramedic 2: ALS Skills Foundations

1. Demonstrate the ability to establish an IV
2. Perform medication administration in a safe manner.
3. Perform cardiac monitoring using 3 lead and 12 leads.
4. Perform defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion and pacing using various cardiac monitors.

NRP 104 - Paramedic 3: Emergency Practice

1. Discuss the pathophysiology, symptomology, and prehospital treatments for each of the following:
   1. Cardiac Emergencies
   2. Disease processes involving the endocrine, renal, and GI systems
   3. Infectious diseases
   4. Hematological emergencies
   5. Behavioral and toxicological conditions
   6. Environmental emergencies
2. Discuss the mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, side effects, and dosages for a variety of medications.
3. Successfully manage patients with difficult airways using various techniques and devices.
4. Demonstrate proper techniques for establishing interosseous access.

NRP 201 - Paramedic: Special Populations

1. Discuss the pathophysiology, symptomology, and prehospital treatments for each of the following:
   1. OBGYN, Neonatal and Pediatric emergencies
   2. Geriatric Care
   3. Special Needs/Chronic care patients
2. Discuss the mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, side effects, and dosages for a variety of medications as they relate to special populations of patients.
3. Manage a patient with special populations patient in various scenarios in simulation and hospital settings.
4. Demonstrate proper technique when performing specialized procedures on special population patients.

NRP 202 - Paramedic Experience 1

1. Perform comprehensive assessments, formulate and implement treatment plans for various patients in the prehospital setting.
2. Correctly perform all skills currently listed in the curriculum for NRP.
3. Describe the purpose and overall structure of the medical incident command system.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and practice of personnel safety issues, crime scene awareness, transport considerations, and need for additional resources on simulated EMS incidents and MCI’s.
5. Perform as a team leader successfully under the supervision of a Paramedic Preceptor.

NRP 203 - Paramedic Experience 2

1. Perform as a team leader on 20 field experiences successfully under the supervision of a Paramedic Preceptor.
2. Perform comprehensive assessments, formulate and implement treatment plans for various patients in the prehospital setting.
3. Correctly perform all skills currently listed in the curriculum for NRP.

NURS 131 - Health Assessment

1. Identify the components of a complete health assessment including normal and abnormal findings (PG1)
2. Demonstrate documentation skills pertaining to physical assessment (PG1)
3. Identify sociocultural and spiritual considerations in the performance of the health assessment (PG3)

NURS 132 - Medication Administration

1. Demonstrate safe administration of medications (PG1)

NURS 133 - Nursing Concepts 1

1. Use the components of the nursing process when creating a plan of care (PG1)
2. Develop an awareness of opportunities that promote professional growth (PG2)
3. Provide patient-centered care with coaching (PG3)
4. Explore the scientific evidence that supports the patient’s plan of care (PG4)

NURS 140 - Nursing Concepts 2

1. Apply the nursing process when implementing a plan of care. (PG1)
2. Participate in opportunities that promote professional growth. (PG2)
3. Provide patient-centered care with assistance. (PG3)
4. Plan nursing care based on scientific evidence. (PG4)

NURS 203 - Transition to Reg. Nursing

1. Apply the nursing process when implementing a plan of care. (PG1)
2. Participate in opportunities that promote professional growth. (PG2)
3. Provide patient-centered care with assistance.(PG3)
4. Plan nursing care based on scientific evidence.(PG4)

NURS 225 - Practical Nursing Concepts

1. Contribute to the nursing process as part of the healthcare team (PG 1)
2. Assimilate into the profession of practical nursing (PG 2)
3. Provide patient-centered care (PG 3)

NURS 233 - Nursing Concepts 3

1. Use the components of the nursing process when creating a plan of care (PG1)
2. Develop an awareness of opportunities that promote professional growth (PG2)
3. Provide patient-centered care with coaching (PG3)
4. Explore the scientific evidence that supports the patient’s plan of care (PG4)

NURS 242 - Nursing Concepts 4

1. Use the nursing process to optimize client health. (PG1)
2. Assimilate into the profession of nursing. (PG2)
3. Provide patient-centered care. (PG3)
4. Engage in evidence-based practice. (PG4)

OFFC 101 - Keyboarding 1 for Comp Usage

1. Identify parts of a microcomputer system including the control unit and input and output hardware. (General Education Goal 4)
2. Demonstrate an understanding of basic computer and keyboarding terms and concepts. (General Education Goal 4)
3. Demonstrate proficiency using proper keyboarding techniques, achieving an average goal of 20 wpm, using word processing software. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 1)

OFFC 102 - Keyboarding 2 for Computer Usage

1. Demonstrate proficiency using proper keyboarding techniques, achieving at least 40 wpm for 5 minutes with 5 or fewer errors.(General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 1)
2. Correctly use proofreaders marks, punctuation, spelling and grammar.
3. Use word processing commands necessary to complete document processing activities. (General Education Goal 4)
4. Create and format error free e-mail, business and academic reports, block-style business letters, envelopes, memos, tables, personal-business letters, modified block-style letters, and resumes. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
5. Perform research on a topic and submit an outline, draft, and final academic research report citing sources using MLA format. (General Education Goal 1, 4, Program Goal 3)

OFFC 201 - Advanced Keyboarding

1. Produce and format various types of correspondence, including multi-page letters with special letter features, memos, memo reports, e-mails, and employment documents. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
2. Produce itineraries, agendas, minutes for meetings, procedure manuals, and multi-column reports. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
3. Use advanced features to format tables, including footnotes, braced column headings, landscape orientation, and Auto-Formatting. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
4. Demonstrate international formatting by creating documents for companies with offices in Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, and Japan. Students will learn how to use special sized stationery and how to insert symbols used in foreign languages. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
5. Use and design office forms using templates provided in Microsoft Word. Students will create letters, memos, letterheads, notepads, and forms. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
6. Design cover pages, flyers and announcements, and newsletters. (General Education Goal 4, 5, Program Goal 2, 3)
7. Use text boxes, word art, pictures, and newspaper columns. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 2, 3)
8. Learn to create, save, and review web pages, insert frames and hyperlinks, and apply themes. (General Education Goal 4, 5, Program Goal 3)
9. Concentrate on skill building and producing documents for the following types of businesses: insurance, hospitality, retail, government, and manufacturing. (General Education Goal 4, Program Goal 1, 2, 3)

PHED 101 - Lifetime Fitness & Wellness

1. Explain the wellness dimensions. (PG3, GE1, GE7)
2. Design an exercise program based on personal fitness data. (PG2, GE3, GE7)
3. Apply principles of exercise training including specificity and progressive overload. (PG1, GE2, GE7)
4. Assess nutritional guidelines for exercise performance. (PG2, GE2, GE3, GE7)
5. Recognize the importance of weight management on wellness. (PG3, GE1, GE7)
6. Discuss the relationship between exercise and stress management. (PG3, GE7)
7. Identify risk factors for chronic disease.(PG3, GE1, GE7)
8. Evaluate a wellness event and its impact on health. (PG3, PG5, GE1, GE3, GE7)
9. Write a research-based paper on a physical fitness-related topic following APA documentation style. (PG4, GE1, GE4, GE5, GE7)
10. Develop a behavior modification plan with a SMART goal. (PG1, GE3, GE7)

PHED 103 - Aerobic Fitness

1. Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5; GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
2. Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4; GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
3. Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1;GE2; Written Assignment, Quizzes)
4. Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5; GE2,7; written and oral assignments)

PHED 107 - Yoga

1. Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5; GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
2. Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4; GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
3. Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1;GE2; Written Assignment, Quizzes)
4. Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5; GE2,7; written and oral assignments)

PHED 109 - Strength Training

1. Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5 GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
2. Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4 GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
3. Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1 GE2 Written Assignment, Quizzes)
4. Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5 GE2,7 written and oral assignments)

PHED 111 - Meditative Tai Chi

1. Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5; GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
2. Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4; GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
3. Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1;GE2; Written Assignment, Quizzes)
4. Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5; GE2,7; written and oral assignments)

PHED 122 - Core Strength Training

1. Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5; GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
2. Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4; GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
3. Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1;GE2; Written Assignment, Quizzes)
4. Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5; GE2,7; written and oral assignments)

PHED 126 - Yoga Level 2

1. Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5; GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
2. Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4; GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
3. Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1;GE2; Written Assignment, Quizzes)
4. Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5; GE2,7; written and oral assignments)

PHED 135 - Pilates

  (Fall and Spring terms) Two hours laboratory. One Credit. One billable hour.

Pre-requisite(s): eligible for ENG 001  or higher.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Describe the development of Pilates as an exercise training method.
2. Demonstrate Pilates movements.
3. Apply the Pilates principles of breathing, control, centering and posture alignment.

PHED 140 - Interval Training

1. Discuss the benefits of interval training on cardiorespiratory fitness.
2. Assess high, moderate and low intensity exercise through perceived exertion and heart rate.
3. Demonstrate interval training exercises.
4. Apply aerobic and anaerobic exercise training methods.

PHED 145 - Advanced Strength Training and Sports Conditioning

PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

1. Describe key concepts, tenets, and arguments relating to the discipline’s principal schools of thought. (GE1, GE3, PG1, PG4)
2. Discuss topical issues and competing philosophical perspectives in ways that are co-operative, respectful, clear, and rationally compelling. (GE1, GE3, GE7, PG1, PG4)
3. Interpret philosophical and topical issues in ways that acknowledge their inherent complexity and nuance. (GE1, GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
4. Communicate in writing about philosophical and topical issues in ways that adhere to accepted academic conventions. (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE5, PG1, PG4)
5. Recognize connections between assigned reading material and contemporary, real-world issues. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3. PG5)
6. Critically evaluate and adjudicate between competing philosophical perspectives and arguments with fairness, charity, and rigor. (GE1, GE3, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
7. Reflect on their own philosophical beliefs and practices in a fair-minded, reasoned, and insightful way. (GE3, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
8. Use philosophical activity to explore issues that are important to them and to expand, challenge, and refine their views. (GE3, GE6, GE7, PG2, PG5)

PHIL 105 - Ethics

1. Describe key concepts, tenets, and arguments relating to the discipline’s principal schools of thought. (GE1, GE3, PG1, PG4)
2. Discuss topical issues and competing philosophical perspectives in ways that are co-operative, respectful, clear, and rationally compelling. (GE1, GE3, GE7, PG1, PG4)
3. Interpret philosophical and topical issues in ways that acknowledge their inherent complexity and nuance. (GE1, GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
4. Communicate in writing about philosophical and topical issues in ways that adhere to accepted academic conventions. (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE5, PG1, PG4)
5. Recognize connections between assigned reading material and contemporary, real-world issues. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3. PG5)
6. Critically evaluate and adjudicate between competing philosophical perspectives and arguments with fairness, charity, and rigor. (GE1, GE3, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
7. Reflect on their own philosophical beliefs and practices in a fair-minded, reasoned, and insightful way. (GE3, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
8. Use philosophical activity to explore issues that are important to them and to expand, challenge, and refine their views. (GE3, GE6, GE7, PG2, PG5)

PHIL 107 - Contemporary Issues in Social Justice

PHIL 110 - Practical Logic

1. Demonstrate comprehension of the essential terms and elements in the logical analysis of argument. (G5-1, 3) (H6- 1)
2. Enhance reading and comprehension skills through the use of rigorous analysis of everyday arguments and argument structures. (G-1, 2, 3) (H-1, 2, 4, 5) (M7-3)
3. Participate in class discussions maintaining a cooperative, respectful, and supportive environment that promotes logical rigor. (G-1, 2, 7) (H-1, 2, 4)
4. Demonstrate comprehension of essential elements of rational deductive and non-deductive argument and the logical fallacies and identify them in everyday arguments. (G-1, 2, 3) (H-1, 2, 4)
5. Identify arguments and the logical relationships between their constituent premises and conclusions. (G-2, 3) (H-2, 4) (M-3)
6. Understand and utilize the Principle of Charity in evaluating arguments. (G-2) (P-1, 4) (M-3)
7. Evaluate non-deductive arguments for cogency. Construct cogent arguments to support your evaluations. (G-2) (H-1, 2, 4) (M- 3)
8. Use cogent reasoning to develop your own arguments. (G-2, 3) (H-2, 4, 5) (M-3)
9. Evaluate deductive arguments for validity and demonstrate the chain of implication in valid deductive arguments. (G-2, 3) (H-2, 4) (M-3)
10. Develop skills applicable to mathematical reasoning through the practice of deductive systems of logic. (G-2, 3) (H-2, 4) (M-3)

PHIL 120 - World Philosophy

1. Describe key concepts, tenets, arguments, and implications of philosophical theories from Western, non-Western, and alternative philosophical traditions. (GE1, GE3, PG1, PG3, PG4)
2. Discuss topical issues and competing philosophical perspectives in ways that are co-operative, respectful, clear, and compelling. (GE1, GE3, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
3. Interpret philosophical and topical issues in ways that acknowledge their inherent complexity and nuance. (GE1, GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
4. Communicate in writing about philosophical and topical issues in ways that adhere to accepted academic conventions. (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE5, PG1, PG4)
5. Recognize connections between assigned reading material and contemporary, real-world issues. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3. PG5)
6. Critically evaluate philosophical perspectives and arguments arising from different traditions with fairness, charity, and rigor. (GE1, GE3, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
7. Draw meaningful comparisons between philosophical perspectives and arguments arising from different traditions. (GE3, GE6, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4)
8. Reflect on their own philosophical beliefs and practices in a fair-minded, reasoned, and insightful way. (GE3, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
9. Identify some of the many points of interaction between cultures and their philosophical traditions. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
10. Use philosophical activity to explore issues that are important to them and to expand, challenge, and refine their views. (GE3, GE6, GE7, PG2, PG5)

PHIL 130 - Introduction to World Religions

1. Explore religious expression in ways that acknowledge its variety and the complexity of its interplay with religious, historical, philosophical, and other cultural forces factors. (GE3, GE4, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4)
2. Describe the core tenets and principal ritual practices, observances, moral concepts, and social philosophical aspects of the world’s most influential religious traditions. (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG3, PG4)
3. Identify the interrelationships between a given faith tradition’s core beliefs, rituals, observances, ethics, and social aspects. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
4. Apply philosophical analysis to specific facets of religious traditions and to religious belief in general. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
5. Examine philosophical perspectives arising from different religious traditions with fairness, charity, and rigor. (GE3, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)
6. Draw meaningful, reasoned, and fair-minded comparisons between different religious faith traditions, their beliefs, and their practices. (GE3, GE6, GE8, PG3, PG4)
7. Discuss matters pertaining to religious beliefs and practices in ways that are co-operative, respectful, clear, and accurate. (GE1, GE3, GE7, GE8, PG1, PG4)
8. Communicate in writing about religious traditions in ways that adhere to accepted academic conventions. (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE5, PG1, PG4)
9. Recognize connections between assigned reading material and contemporary, real-world issues. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG3, PG5)
10. Use philosophical activity to expand, challenge, and refine their views regarding religious traditions and their relationship to them. (GE3, GE6, GE7, GE8, PG2, PG5)

PHIL 201 - Business Ethics

1. Develop the capacity to look at moral issues and ethical perspectives (including your own) from a variety of viewpoints, taking care to do so with fairness, charity, and rigor. (G -1, 2, 6, 7) (B -3) (H -1, 2, 3, 4)
2. Participate in class discussions of moral issues in business, maintaining a cooperative, respectful, and supportive environment. (G-1, 2, 7) (B-1, 2, 3) (H-1, 2, 4)
3. Demonstrate comprehension of key concepts, tenets, and arguments in select assigned readings. Comprehension includes awareness of the complexity and nuance within the views expressed in those readings. (G-1, 2) (B-1, 3) (H-1, 2, 3, 4)
4. Recognize connections between assigned reading material, class discussions, and modern business. This includes applying theoretical ethical material to case studies and questions oriented toward the practical conduct of business. (G-2, 6, 7) (B-3) (H-1, 2, 4, 5)
5. Critically evaluate different philosophical perspectives, while exhibiting fairness and charity toward the views under consideration. (G-2) (B-3) (H-1, 4)
6. Develop fair, reasoned, and insightful critiques of your own approach to ethics in business. (G-2, 7) (B-1, 3) (H-2, 4, 5)
7. Use philosophical activity as a way to explore moral issues that are relevant important to you and to expand, challenge, and refine your views. (G-5, 7) (B-1, 3) (H-4, 5)
8. Develop fair, reasoned, and insightful critiques of your own approach to ethics in business. (G-2, 7) (B-1, 3) (H-2, 4, 5)
9. Use philosophical activity as a way to explore moral issues that are relevant important to you and to expand, challenge, and refine your views. (G-5, 7) (B-1, 3) (H-4, 5)

PHIL 203 - Ethics in Literature

1. Demonstrate critical reading skills through assigned reading assignments.
2. Utilize informational literacy skills through research to complete written assignments.
3. Develop reasoning and problem solving skills by exploring philosophical theories in several ways:
   - Demonstrate an understanding of select moral theories by describing the basic tenets of each theory.
   - Analyze ethical issues in literary works by identifying moral issues and applying specific theories as required to judge the appropriate response.
   - Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the theories you apply to case studies and use your evaluation to substantiate your own position.
   - Students will formulate their own theories in response to their examination of the theories presented in class.
4. Develop metacognition skills by applying to one146s own thoughts the same critical thinking that we will apply to assigned philosophical theories.
5. Enhance social and cultural awareness by means of the application of philosophical theory to problems and issues that face us now and have faced people historically and by exploring philosophical theories that arise in different cultures.
6. Refine written communication skills through the completion of written essays or term papers.
7. Refine oral communication skills through participation in class discussions.

PHIL 205 - Criminal Justice Ethics

1. Demonstrate an understanding of select moral theories by describing the basic tenets of each theory. (GE2, GE4, GE5, GE7, PG1, PG3, PG4)
   1. Normative ethics
   2. Utilitarianism
   3. Hedonistic utilitarianism
   4. Consequentialism
   5. Deontology
2. Demonstrate an understanding of different areas of ethical concern within criminal justice. (GE2, GE4, GE7, PG1, PG2, PG3)
   1. Excessive force
   2. Police perjury
   3. Sex on duty
   4. Drinking on duty
   5. Sleeping on duty
3. Evaluate issues and case studies in criminal justice by applying principles from general ethical theories. (GE1, GE2, GE6, GE7, PG1, PG4)
   1. Miranda v. Arizona- right to remain silent and be represented by an attorney
   2. People v. Jordan ? The ethics of lying to a defendant
   3. Christian burial speech to induce a confession
4. Demonstrate the ability to research a course related topic and present the information in a logical and coherent manner. (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE7, PG1, PG 3, PG4)

PHIL 210 - Peace Studies

1. Develop a deeper understanding of peace as it applies across a spectrum of personal, social, and political arenas. Expand your awareness of circumstances pertaining to peace and conflict in our contemporary world, with attention to their contributing factors, possible solutions, and connections to our lives. (G15-1, 2, 6, 7) (H16-1, 2, 3, 4, 5) (S17- 2, 4, 6)
2. Participate in class discussions of topical issues, maintaining a cooperative, respectful, and supportive environment. (G-1, 2, 7) (H-1, 2, 4) (S-2, 3, 4)
3. Demonstrate comprehension of key concepts, tenets, and arguments from assigned material, with awareness of the complexity and nuance within the views expressed in those readings. (G-1, 2) (H-1, 2, 3, 4) (S-2, 3, 4)
4. Recognize connections between assigned material and issues relevant to our lives today. (G-2, 6) (H-1, 2, 4, 5) (S-2, 4, 6)
5. Critically evaluate different philosophical perspectives, while exhibiting fairness and charity toward the views under consideration. (G-2) (H-1, 4) (S-3, 4)
6. Develop fair, reasoned, and insightful critiques of your own perspectives. (G-2) (H-2, 4, 5) (S-2, 3, 4)
7. Explore and evaluate ideas and techniques concerning transforming current or potential conflict into peace. (G-2, 5, 6, 7) (H-2, 4, 5) (S-2, 3, 4, 6)
8. Use philosophical activity as a way to explore issues pertaining to peace and to expand, challenge, and refine your views. (G-2, 5, 6, 7) (H-4, 5) (S-3, 4, 6)

PHIL 215 - American Philosophy

1. Participate in class discussions of topical issues and philosophical perspectives, maintaining a cooperative, respectful, and supportive environment. (G18-1, 2, 7) (H19-1, 2, 4)
2. Explore central tenets and implications of philosophical theories from various traditions in American philosophical thought. Identify fundamental themes in American philosophical traditions. (G- 1, 2) (H-1, 2, 4)
3. Draw critical comparisons between different philosophical theories. Discern important differences and significant themes between select theories. (G-2, 6) (H-2, 4)
4. Critically evaluate different philosophical perspectives, while exhibiting fairness and charity toward the views under consideration. (G-2) (H-1, 4)
5. Develop fair, reasoned, and insightful critiques of your own perspectives. (G-2) (H-2, 4, 5)
6. Use philosophical activity as a way to explore issues that are important to you and to expand, challenge, and refine your views. (G-2, 5, 7) (H-4, 5)
7. Critically explore the role of culture in philosophical exploration and the possibility and value of multicultural philosophical exploration. (G-2, 5, 6, 7) (H-2, 4, 5)
8. Critically explore the value and possible necessity of diversity in philosophical exploration. Critically consider the role of philosophical exploration in the development of diverse cultures. (G-2, 5, 6, 7) (H-2, 4, 5)

PHIL 220 - Ideas on Drugs

1. The primary objective of this course is to force us all to think, specifically about drugs in our culture. Philosophical thinking requires that one be willing to explore (not necessarily accept) any and all ideas put forth by oneself or others, however ridiculous, offensive, or dangerous they might appear to be. We will do exactly that in this course. The others mentioned will be our peers, as well as other philosophers. (G20-1, 2, 6) (H21-1, 2, 3, 4)
2. Demonstrate an understanding of select ideas and theories, such as those by notable philosophers, thinkers, and writers. (G-1) (H-1, 2)
3. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of various ideas and theories. (G-2) (H-2, 4)
4. Formulate one’s own ideas and theories in response to the readings and discussions. (G-2, 5, 7) (H-4, 5)

PHIL 225 - Philosophy and Cancer

1. Identify and demonstrate comprehension of aspects of the experience of cancer and other life-altering conditions that pertain to the philosophical search for meaning. (G-1,4,7) (H-1,2,3)
2. Identify and critically examine the impact of cultural elements, medical practice, and interpersonal relationships on the experiences of people with cancer and other life-altering conditions. ( G-2,6,7) (H-1,2,3,4)
3. Demonstrate comprehension of key concepts and terminology that we employ as we articulate the crisis of meaning in the experience of cancer and other life-altering conditions. (G-1,4,7) (H-1,2,3,4)
4. Critically examine popular and novel ideas about how to seek meaning in the midst of the experience of cancer. Critically examine established and novel ideas about how to assist people with cancer as they face the challenges of navigating their disease in the midst of a crisis in meaning. (G-2,5,7) (H-2,3,4,5)
5. Participate in class discussions of topical issues, maintaining a cooperative, respectful, and supportive environment. (G-1,7) (H-3)
6. Demonstrate effective reading of sources drawn from a variety of voices regarding the experiences of people with cancer and other life-altering conditions. Further demonstrate the ability to treat these sources fairly while critically evaluating what they say. (G-2,4) (H-1,2,3,4)
7. Use philosophical activity as a way to explore class themes and to expand, challenge, and refine one’s views about the search for meaning in our lives and , specifically, within the context of cancer and other life-altering conditions. (G-2,7) (H-2,3,4,5)

PHSC 100 - General Physical Science

1. Explain scientific laws and principles in the areas of Newton’s laws of motion, momentum, energy, fluid mechanics, heat and thermal energy, electricity, magnetism, sound, light, atomic structure, and basic chemistry. (GE1)
2. Solve simple problems using scientific laws and principles in the areas of Newton’s laws of motion, momentum, energy, fluid mechanics, heat and thermal energy, electricity, magnetism, sound, light, atomic structure, and basic chemistry. (GE2)
3. Describe the significance of some of the major discoveries of science. (GE1)
4. Perform collaborative laboratory experiments using the scientific method to collect and interpret data, analyze results, and communicate conclusions. (GE1, GE2)
5. Research and present information on selected topics in the course using various modes of communication. (oral, written, visual). (GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5)

PHYS 101 - Fundamentals of Physics 1

1. Demonstrate experimental and collaborative skills by conducting investigations that require the formulation of hypotheses, collection and interpretation of data, and presentation of results in oral, written, visual, or other formats. (PG1, PG2; GE2, GE3)
2. Solve one- and two-dimensional motion problems (including projectile motion) using kinematic relationships involving an object’s position, velocity, and acceleration. (PG2; GE2)
3. Explain Newton’s Laws and apply them to the analysis of objects and systems in motion or in equilibrium while under the influence of forces, including gravitational forces and friction. (PG2; GE2)
4. Solve motion and collision problems using the concepts of work, energy, and momentum and the conservation laws for energy and momentum. (PG2; GE2)
5. Solve rotational motion problems for both earth bound and planetary objects using the concepts of circular motion. (PG2; GE2)
6. Explain Pascal’s, Archimedes’s, and Bernoulli’s principles and apply them in the solution of problems in fluid mechanics. (PG2; GE2)
7. Explain the behavior of objects in simple harmonic motion including pendulums and springs. (PG2; GE2)
8. Describe the types of waves and the way they propagate including wave reflection, interference, resonance, and standing-wave phenomena. (PG2; GE2)
9. Explain the sources of sound, doppler effect, and resonance and be able to solve problems associated with sound waves and their propagation. (PG2; GE2)
10. Explain the relationships among the concepts of temperature, heat, thermal energy, and Kinetic Theory and use these concepts to solve problems related to calorimetry. (PG2; GE2)
11. Research and present information on selected topics using various modes (oral, written, or visual). (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4; GE2, GE3, GE4, GE6)

PHYS 102 - Fundamentals of Physics 2

1. Explain the scientific method and demonstrate experimental and collaborative skills by conducting investigations that require the formulation of hypotheses, collection and interpretation of data and presentation of results in oral written or visual formats. (PG1, PG2)
2. Calculate electric force, field strength, and potential energy for static and moving electric charges and map simple force fields (PG2)
3. Define potential difference, resistance, current, capacitance, and inductance and use these to analyze simple AC and DC circuits (PG2)
4. Explain and analyze magnetic fields and their interactions with electric charges; explain electromotive force and the operation of motors and generators (PG2)
5. Understand the properties of electromagnetic waves and how they pertain to light and be able to use these principles to explain and be able to analyze the reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction, and polarization of light (PG2)
6. Locate and describe images formed by mirrors and thin lenses and be able to explain and analyze the operation of optical instruments such as eyes, telescopes, and microscopes (PG2)
7. Describe models of the atom, including the Bohr Theory of the atomic structure of hydrogen (PG2)
8. Describe the concept of quanta and be able to explain the implications of quantum mechanics, including Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle (PG2)
9. Identify components of atomic nuclei and explain its structure (PG2)
10. Explain radioactivity and ?, ?, and ? radiation (PG2)
11. Research and present information on selected topics using various modes (oral, written, and/or visual) (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)3

PHYS 111 - Physics 1 for Scientists and Engineers

1. Explain the scientific method and demonstrate experimental and collaborative skills by conducting investigations that require the formulation of hypotheses, collection and interpretation of data including the application of the theory of measurement and error, and presentation of results in various oral, written or visual formats. (PG1, PG2; GE2, GE3)
2. Solve motion problems (including projectile motion) using kinematic relationships involving an object’s position, velocity, and acceleration and explain the concepts with the appropriate scientific terminology. (PG2; GE2)
3. Demonstrate an understanding of Newton’s Laws by analyzing an object in motion or in equilibrium while under the influence of forces, including gravitational forces and friction. (PG2, GE2)
4. Solve collision problems using the concepts of work, energy, momentum and conservation of energy. (PG2; GE2)
5. Solve circular motion problems for both “earth-bound” objects and for celestial objects using Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation and explain the concepts with the appropriate scientific terminology. (PG2; GE2)
6. Solve rotational motion and dynamics problems and explain the concepts with the appropriate scientific terminology. (PG2; GE2)
7. Solve fluid problems using Pascal’s, Archimedes’ and Bernoulli’s principles and explain the concepts with the appropriate scientific terminology. (PG2; GE2)
8. Research and present information on selected topics using various modes (oral, written, and visual). (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4; GE2, GE3, GE4, GE6)

PHYS 212 - Physics 2 for Scientists and Engineers

1. Demonstrate experimental and collaborative skills by conducting investigations that require the formulation of hypotheses, collection and interpretation of data, and presentation of results in oral, written or visual formats. (PG1, PG2, GE3)
2. Discuss the concept of temperature using kinetic theory of gases. (PG2, GE3)
3. Solve heat-transfer problems using calorimetry. (PG2, GE2)
4. Explain the first law of thermodynamics and solve heat and energy transfer problems. (PG2, GE2)
5. Explain the second law of thermodynamics and determine changes in entropy for reversible and irreversible processes. (PG2, GE2)
6. Calculate electric force, field strength, and potential energy for static and moving electric charges and map electric force fields and potential fields. (PG2, GE2)
7. Explain and analyze magnetic fields and their interactions with electric charges; explain electromotive force and the operation of motors and generators. (PG2, GE2)
8. Define potential difference, resistance, current, capacitance, and inductance and use these to analyze fundamental AC and DC circuits. (PG2, GE2)
9. Discuss the significance of Maxwell’s equations and use them to explain the properties of electromagnetic waves. (PG2, GE2)
10. Research and present information on selected topics using various modes (oral, written, and visual). (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, GE4, GE6)

PHYS 213 - Physics 3 for Scientists and Engineers

1. Demonstrate experimental and collaborative skills by conducting investigations that require the formulation of hypotheses, collection and analysis/interpretation of data, and presentation of results in oral written or visual formats. (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE4; PG3, PG4)
2. Utilize Maxwell’s equations to explain the properties of electromagnetic waves and to solve problems associated with electromagnetic waves. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
3. Define types of waves, the manner in which they are propagated and wave superposition; be able to explain standing wave phenomena. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
4. Use the properties of waves to explain and to analyze the reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction, and polarization of light. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
5. Locate and describe images formed by mirrors & thin lenses and be able to explain & analyze the operation of optical instruments such as eyes, telescopes, and microscopes. (GE3; PG2, PG3, PG4)
6. Explain the Special Theory of Relativity, and solve problems involving time dilation, length contraction and relativistic momentum and energy. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
7. Discuss the General Theory of Relativity and space-time curvature. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
8. Describe historical and current models of the atom, analyze atomic spectra, and compute energy states of an atom. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
9. Describe the concept of quanta and be able to explain the implications of quantum mechanics, including the photoelectric effect and blackbody radiation. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
10. Describe and apply DeBroglie’s matter waves and the Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
11. Identify components of atomic nuclei and explain its structure; explain radioactivity, radioactive decay, and a, B, and y radiation. (GE3; PG2, PG3)
12. Research and present information on selected topics using various modes (oral, written, and visual). (GE1, GE4; PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4)

PSLS 100 - American Government

1. Explain the origin and development of constitutional democracy in the United States, and the founding principles, structure, and operation of American government[GE1,GE3,GE4, GE5,GE6].
2. Describe the separation of powers and checks and balances in both theory and practice [GE1, GE3, GE4, GE6].
3. Evaluate the roles of the media, public opinion, interest groups, and political parties in the electoral process [GE2, GE3, GE4, GE5, GE6].
4. Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens [GE1, GE3, GE6, GE7].
5. Examine the evolution of public policies in U.S. politics [GE1, GE2, GE3, GE4, GE5, GE6].
6. Evaluate the influence of ideology, leadership and personalities of different political actors on the organization and effectiveness of political parties and interest groups [GE1,GE2,GE3,GE4,GE5,GE6].
7. Describe how economic power and the organizational and bureaucratic dynamics of the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches of government influence American politics [GE1,GE2,GE3,GE4,GE5,GE6].
8. Interpret tabular and graphical displays of political and social information[GE2,GE3,GE4,GE5,GE6].
9. Use appropriate print, periodical, and Internet-based resources in the analysis of contemporary political issues [GE1,GE2,GE3, GE4, GE5, GE6].
10. Demonstrate good writing and general communication skills for informed political discourse [GE1, GE2,GE3,GE4].
11. Discuss the ways in which the American political economy reflects the complementary and conflicting demands of capitalism and democracy[GE1, GE2,GE3,GE4,GE7].

PSLS 101 - Introduction to Law

1. Analyze the historical background, foundations, processes and norms of American law (GE4, GE5, GE 6, PG1, PG2).
2. Examine the Constitution as it applies to the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches of government and how those branches function in our daily lives (GE1, GE 2, GE 5, GE 7, PG2, PG4).
3. Define Federal and State court systems, how they are different and how they inter-relate (GE 2, GE 4, PG1, PG2, PG 4).
4. Describe substantive law governing conduct, property and relations among individuals and the procedural law, including the Bill of rights, that governs the equality of the system’s application (GE1, GE2, GE4, GE6, PG 1, PG 2, PG 4).
5. Describe the structure of the American legal system and assess how that system functions in regard to civil, criminal and appellate legal processes (GE1, GE2, GE4,GE6, PG,1,PG2,PG 4).
6. Demonstrate effective communication and critical thinking skills by utilizing appropriate legal analysis and vocabulary in the production of oral and written discussions pertaining to a variety of legal issues.(GE 1, GE 2, GE 5, PG 1, PG 2, PG 3, PG 4)
7. Complete assignments requiring the application and explanation of course topics (GE 1, GE 2, GE 5, GE 7, PG1, PG 2, PG 3, PG 4).

PSLS 110 - Criminal Law

1. Demonstrate understanding of the scope, sources and purpose of criminal law. PG1, GE1
2. Identify the basic elements of a crime. PG1, PG3, GE1
3. Articulate the acceptable limitations on criminal responsibility and the capacity to commit a crime. PG1, PG3, GE1
4. Describe certain criminal defenses allowed in either State or Federal jurisdictions. PG1, PG3, GE1
5. Discuss the conflict between the need for public order and constitutional rights. PG1, PG3, GE1, GE3
6. Trace the development of criminal conduct in American society. PG1, PG3, GE1
7. Demonstrate understanding of criminal homicide from manslaughter and justified killings. PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, GE1, GE2
8. Debate the issues surrounding victimless crimes, including personal choice decisions, public health concerns or medical problems. PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, GE1, GE2, GE7

PSLS 111 - Criminal Evidence and Procedure

1. Distinguish between admissible and inadmissible evidence. (GE2, GE3, PG1, PG4)
   1. To be admissible in court, evidence must be: Relevant, Material and legally obtained
2. Discuss the differences between direct and circumstantial evidence and the effects thereof. (GE1, GE2, GE5, GE7, PG1, PG2, PG3)
   1. Direct evidence is the testimony of a person who asserts or claims to have actual knowledge of a fact, such as an eyewitness.
   2. Circumstantial evidence is evidence that tends to establish the facts in dispute by proving the existence of another set of facts from which an inference or presumption can be drawn.
3. Evaluate opinion evidence as to its weight and effect. (GE2, GE5, GE6, GE7 PG1, PG3)
   1. Sufficient personal knowledge of another individual may well be in a position to render an opinion or evidence
   2. The contact must be close enough to enable the character witness to have sufficient knowledge of the person upon which to base an opinion as to character.
   3. The testimony is limited to the character witness’s general opinion.
4. Identify the exceptions to the hearsay exclusionary rule. (GE2, GE5, PG1, PG 3, PG4)
   1. dying declarations
   2. spontaneous declarations,
   3. state of mind
   4. statements for purposes of medical diagnosis or treatment
   5. former testimony
5. Discuss the effect of privileged communications and the necessity of waivers for admissibility.(GE1, GE2, GE5, GE7, PG1, GE4)
   1. Husband-Wife
   2. Parent-Child
   3. Attorney-Client
   4. Physician-Patient
   5. Patient-Psychotherapist
   6. Clergy-Communicant
   7. Law Enforcement Officer-Informant
   8. Accountant-Client
   9. News Reporter-News Source
6. Explore the use of unconstitutionally obtained evidence.(GE1, GE2, GE3, GE5, PG1, PG3)
   1. When there is a violation of a defendant’s constitutional rights, in addition to the direct fruit of the violation being inadmissible, any evidence derived from the violation is also inadmissible under the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine.
   2. The U.S. Supreme Court has created an impeachment exception to the rule that excludes statements taken by the police in violation of Miranda.
   3. If a defendant: takes the witness stand, and testifies untruthfully, the prosecutor can use a statement obtained in violation of Miranda to impeach the defendant’s testimony.

PSLS 125 - Constitutional Law

1. Analyze the United States Constitution as the foundation of American democracy. (GE1, GE2 GE5, GE6, PG1, PG2, PG4)
2. Describe the Bill of Rights and its application to everyday life. ( GE1,GE2, PG1, PG2, PG4)
3. Demonstrate the authority, jurisdiction and traditions of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches of government. (GE2, GE5, PG1, PG2, PG4)
4. Research the sources of American law and demonstrate application of legal principles in written problems. (GE2, GE5, PG1, PG2, PG4)
5. Demonstrate an understanding of how to read case and statutory law. (GE1, GE2, GE4, PG1, PG3, PG4)
6. Demonstrate mastery of course content through completion of written or oral assignments. ( GE1, GE2, GE6, GE7, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4 )

PSLS 205 - Business Law

PSLS 210 - Peace Studies

1. Develop a deeper understanding of peace as it applies across a spectrum of personal, social, and political arenas. Expand your awareness of circumstances pertaining to peace and conflict in our contemporary world, with attention to their contributing factors, possible solutions, and connections to our lives. (G15-1, 2, 6, 7) (H16-1, 2, 3, 4, 5) (S17- 2, 4, 6)
2. Participate in class discussions of topical issues, maintaining a cooperative, respectful, and supportive environment. (G-1, 2, 7) (H-1, 2, 4) (S-2, 3, 4)
3. Demonstrate comprehension of key concepts, tenets, and arguments from assigned material, with awareness of the complexity and nuance within the views expressed in those readings. (G-1, 2) (H-1, 2, 3, 4) (S-2, 3, 4)
4. Recognize connections between assigned material and issues relevant to our lives today. (G-2, 6) (H-1, 2, 4, 5) (S-2, 4, 6)
5. Critically evaluate different philosophical perspectives, while exhibiting fairness and charity toward the views under consideration. (G-2) (H-1, 4) (S-3, 4)
6. Develop fair, reasoned, and insightful critiques of your own perspectives. (G-2) (H-2, 4, 5) (S-2, 3, 4)
7. Explore and evaluate ideas and techniques concerning transforming current or potential conflict into peace. (G-2, 5, 6, 7) (H-2, 4, 5) (S-2, 3, 4, 6)
8. Use philosophical activity as a way to explore issues pertaining to peace and to expand, challenge, and refine your views. (G-2, 5, 6, 7) (H-4, 5) (S-3, 4, 6)

PSYC 101 - General Psychology

PSYC 107 - Positive Psychology

1. Explain and compare the major findings in research on positive psychology.(GE2, GE3, PG1)
2. To use the major positive psychological theories towards an understanding of both one’s own behavior and the behavior of others.(GE 2, GE3, GE 7, PG 2)
3. To apply the principles of Positive Psychology to facilitate positive development in their own lives and the lives of others. (GE 7)
4. To complete written or oral assignments requiring the application and explanation of course content, using research of scholarly literature when appropriate.(GE1, GE4, PG3, PG4)

PSYC 195 - Death and Dying

PSYC 201 - Abnormal Psychology

PSYC 205 - Social Psychology

PSYC 211 - Human Development Through the Life Span

PSYC 212 - Adolescent Psychology

1. Evaluate significant theories in adolescence (PG1, PG2, PG3)
2. Discuss the multi-faceted nature of puberty (PG2, PG3)
3. Explain systemic developmental transitions affecting the adolescent: e.g. gender/sexuality, education, and mental health (PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
4. Articulate the importance of peer and familial relationships in a variety of settings (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)

PSYC 215 - Human Sexuality

PSYC 235 - Introduction to Helping and Counseling Skills

Utilize introductory counseling skills to guide interpersonal relationships, direct empathy skills, and establish positive interactions with others. Through the use of role play, create a helping relationship as a precursor for further studies in counseling, or to foster empathy and listening skills. Human resources personnel, clergy, educators, and human services providers may find these skills especially relevant. Prerequisite: PSYC-101. Three hours lecture each week. Three credits. Three billable hours. (Fall and Spring terms) Three hours lecture. Three Credits. Three billable hours.

Pre-requisite(s): PSYC 101 .
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Objectives: 
   1. Evaluate the function and usefulness of basic counseling skills.
   2. Utilize counseling skills at a beginner level.
   3. Reflect on the effect of personal and sociocultural influences.
   4. Engage in effective problem solving, solution development, and implementation.
   5. Differentiate various counseling and helping theories and schools of thought in an array of contexts.

PTA 099 - Neuromuscular Anatomy Skills and Palpation

PTA 101 - The Role of the Physical Therapist Asst

PTA 111 - Clinical Science 1

PTA 113 - Modalities

PTA 121 - Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology

PTA 212 - Clinical Science 2

PTA 213 - Treating Special Populations

PTA 221 - Pain & Pathology

PTA 231 - Overview of Special Populations

PTA 241 - Clinical Arts 1

PTA 242 - Clinical Arts 2

PTA 243 - Clinical Arts 3