2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses
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Description of courses offered by the various departments
The symbols FA (fall), I (interim), SP (spring), and SU (summer) indicate when each course is offered. The credit (semester hours) for each course is indicated in parentheses after the course name. Interim course descriptions are made available during the fall semester and are published online.
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MATH 252 - Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science (3)
SP. An introduction to a number of topics in discrete mathematics that are particularly useful for work in computer science including trees and graphs, counting techniques, discrete probability, and models of computation. Prerequisites: CS 106 or CS 108 and MATH 132 or MATH 171 .
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MATH 255 - Introductory Linear Algebra (4)
FA. An introduction to mathematical reasoning and linear algebra, including applications. Prerequisites: MATH 171 .
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MATH 270 - An Introduction to Multivariable Calculus (3)
FA. Partial derivatives, multiple integrals and vector calculus. This course consists of the first 39 class periods of MATH 271 and is intended only for engineers who cannot fit the four-hour MATH 271 into their program. Prerequisite: a C- or better in MATH 172 .
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MATH 271 - Multivariable Calculus (4)
FA, SP. Partial derivatives, multiple integrals and vector calculus. Prerequisite: a C- or better in MATH 172 .
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MATH 301 - The Foundations of Geometry (3)
SP. A study of Euclidean and hyperbolic geometries from an axiomatic viewpoint. Additional topics include transformations, and the construction of models for geometries. Prerequisite: MATH 255 or permission of the instructor.
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MATH 305 - The Geometry and Topology of Manifolds (4)
FA, alternate years. An introduction to the study of manifolds, including both the geometric topology and the differential geometry of manifolds. The emphasis is on low-dimensional manifolds, especially curves and surfaces. Topics include the topology of subsets of Euclidean space, curves and surfaces in Euclidean space, the topological classification of compact connected surfaces, smooth curves and surfaces, curvature, geodesics, the Gauss-Bonnet Theorem and the geometry of space. Prerequisites: MATH 270 or MATH 271 and MATH 231 , MATH 255 or MATH 355 .
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MATH 312 - Logic, Computability, and Complexity (4)
FA, alternate years. An introduction to first-order logic, computability and computational complexity. Topics covered include soundness and completeness of a formal proof system, computability and non-computability, and computational complexity with an emphasis on NP-completeness. Also listed as CS 312 . Prerequisite: MATH 255 .
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MATH 323 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary and Middle School (2)
FA, SP. A discussion of the methods, pedagogy, and strategies for teaching mathematics in the elementary/middle school. Curricular issues, including discussion of various materials and the use of technology, will be tied to criteria for evaluation of such. Topics of assessment, state and national standards, and lesson development will be examined. The relationship of mathematics teaching and the Christian worldview will be discussed. Field experiences will allow students the opportunity to see the issues raised in the course in the setting of a school. Prerequisites: MATH 221 , MATH 222 , EDUC 302 .
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MATH 329 - Introduction to Teaching Secondary School Mathematics (2)
SP. This course introduces prospective teachers to important curricular and pedagogical issues related to teaching secondary school mathematics. These issues are addressed in the context of mathematical topics selected from the secondary school curriculum. The course should be taken during the spring preceding student teaching. Prerequisite: A 300-level course in mathematics.
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MATH 331 - Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos (4)
FA, alternate years. Qualitative study of linear and nonlinear ordinary differential equations and discrete time maps including stability analysis, bifurcations, fractal structures and chaos; applications to biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. Prerequisite: MATH 231 or permission of instructor.
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MATH 333 - Partial Differential Equations (4)
FA, alternate years. An Introduction to partial differential equations and their applications. Topics Include mathematical modeling with partial differential equations, nondimensionalization, orthogonal expansions, solution methods for linear Initial and boundary-value problems, asymptotic expansions, and numerical solution of partial differential equations. Prerequisites: MATH 231 and MATH 270 or MATH 271 .
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MATH 335 - Numerical Analysis (4)
Offered occasionally. Theory and practice of computational procedures Including principles of error analysis and scientific computation, root-finding, polynomial Interpolation, splines, numerical Integration, applications to ordinary differential equations, computational matrix algebra, orthogonal polynomials, least square approximations, and other applications. Also listed as CS 372 . Prerequisites: CS 104 , CS 106 or CS 108 and MATH 255 .
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MATH 351 - Abstract Algebra (4)
SP. An Introduction to abstract algebraic systems, including groups, rings, and fields, and their applications. Prerequisite: MATH 361 .
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MATH 355 - Advanced Linear Algebra (4)
SP. Vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, inner product spaces, spectral theory, singular values and pseudoinverses, canonical forms, and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 255 , or both MATH 231 and MATH 270 or MATH 271 .
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MATH 359 - Seminar in Secondary Teaching of Mathematics (3)
FA. A course in perspectives on, principles of, and practices in the teaching of mathematics on the secondary level. This course must be taken concurrently with EDUC 346 . The seminar provides a forum for the discussion of concerns that develop during directed teaching.
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MATH 361 - Real Analysis I (4)
FA. The real number system, sets and cardinality, the topology of the real numbers, numerical sequences and series, real functions, continuity, differentiation, and Riemann Integration. Prerequisites: two mathematics courses numbered 231 or above.
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MATH 362 - Real Analysis II (4)
SP, alternate years. A continuation of MATH 361 . Topics from sequences and series of functions, measure theory, and Lebesgue integration. Prerequisite: MATH 361 .
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MATH 365 - Complex Variables (4)
SP. Complex numbers, complex functions, integration and the Cauchy integral formula, power series, residues and poles, and conformal mapping. Prerequisite: MATH 270 or MATH 271 .
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MATH 380 - Perspectives on Modern Mathematics (3)
SP, alternate years. This course explores the historical development of some of the basic concepts of modern mathematics. It includes an examination of significant issues and controversies, philosophical perspectives, and problems on which mathematicians have focused throughout history. Prerequisites: MATH 361 , biblical foundations I or theological foundations I, developing a Christian mind and philosophical foundations.
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MATH 390 - Independent Study (1-4)
FA, I, and SP. Independent study of topics of interest to particular students under supervision of a member of the department staff. Open to qualified students with permission of the department chair.
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MATH 391 - Colloquium (0)
FA, SP. Meets weekly for an hour for the presentation of various topics in Mathematics, computer science, and related disciplines by students, faculty, and visiting speakers. Prerequisites: two 200-level courses in mathematics.
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MATH 395 - Senior Thesis in Mathematics (1-4)
FA, I, and SP. The course requirements include an expository or research paper and an oral presentation on a selected topic in mathematics. Open to qualified students with the permission of the chair.
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Music Private lessons
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MUSC 100 - Music Theory Fundamentals (2)
SP. This course introduces the student to the rudiments of music theory: rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals, melody, chords and tonality. These rudiments are learned by extensive drill, both in and out of class, for the purpose of developing an understanding of and facility in using the fundamental building blocks of tonal music. Drills include singing, playing at the keyboard, analyzing, writing musical notation, ear training, and computer lab drill. Progress is evaluated by daily recitations, daily written assignments, music lab practice sessions, quizzes and a final examination.
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MUSC 101 - Introduction to the Musical World (3)
FA, SP. This course serves as the gateway course for the music major/minor and will help music students to recognize the many roles that music plays in human life and to evaluate them in light of human flourishing and Christian discipleship, appreciating the skills, knowledge, disciplines, attitudes, and virtues needed to become effective musical servants. This course is intended for music majors and minors. Prerequisites: basic skill in reading music notation, respectable high-school level of performance in voice or an instrument, or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 103 - Understanding and Enjoying Music (3)
FA, SP. This is an introductory course in historically-informed critical and perceptive listening to music. The relationship between musical style and culture is examined as is the forming of style by the manner in which the ingredients and elements of music are employed. Western art music is emphasized but also included are contemporary popular music and either pre-modern music or non- Western music. No previous musical training is required.
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MUSC 106 - American Music (3)
FA. A survey course of American Music for domestic, church, concert, and entertainment uses, emphasizing folk, classical and popular music from a variety of American musical traditions. These traditions include hymns, spirituals, gospel, blues, jazz, rock, hip-hop and classical music. No previous musical training is required.
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MUSC 107 - World Music (3)
SP. This is a study of select musical cultures of Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas, with a focus on their various musical styles (traditional and contemporary) and the roles of music in these cultures. No previous musical training is required.
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MUSC 108 - Music Theory I (4)
FA. A study of tonal harmony covering triads, inversions, non-harmonic tones, cadences, tonal theory, and dominant seventh chords. In addition to part writing and analysis, this course includes ear training, sight-singing, and keyboard harmony in laboratory sessions. Prerequisites: basic skill in reading music notation, respectable high-school level of performance in voice or an instrument, or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 180 - Recital Hour (0)
FA, SP. Weekly seminar for music majors and minors. Provides experience in public performance for music students as well as opportunities to hear performances of a wide range of music literature. Additional topics related to music study offered from time to time. Required attendance for all music majors and minors, plus four additional approved concerts or recitals each semester for all music majors. Meets throughout the semester on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.; schedule announced at the beginning of each semester.
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MUSC 195 - String Methods (2)
SP, alternate years. Class lessons on all string instruments for the instrumental music education major. Emphasis is on the methods for teaching string instruments. Elementary playing skills are developed.
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MUSC 196 - Brass Methods (2)
FA, alternate years. Class lessons on all brass instruments for the instrumental music education major. Emphasis is on the methods for teaching brass instruments. Elementary playing skills are developed.
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MUSC 197 - Percussion Methods (2)
FA, alternate years. Class lessons on percussion instruments for the instrumental music education major. Emphasis is on the methods for teaching percussion instruments. Elementary playing skills are developed. Not offered 2017-2018.
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MUSC 198 - Woodwind Methods (2)
SP, alternate years. Class lessons on all woodwind instruments for the instrumental music education major. Emphasis is on the methods for teaching woodwind instruments. Elementary playing skills are developed. Not offered 2017-2018.
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MUSC 203 - Popular Music (3)
FA. A survey course exploring the historical development, stylistic variety, and cultural significance of western popular music from the mid-nineteenth century to today, including folk music, minstrelsy, blues, jazz, musicals, rock, hip-hop and related genres. No previous musical training is required.
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MUSC 205 - Music History and Analysis I (3)
FA, alternate years. A study, via listening, score study, and source readings, of music of Western civilization prior to 1750. After a brief introduction to world music, the course continues with study of musical thought in antiquity and the early Christian era, Gregorian chant, and the principal repertories of polyphony through the Baroque period. Prerequisites: MUSC 101 and MUSC 108 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2017-2018.
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MUSC 206 - Music History and Analysis II (3)
SP, alternate years. This course is a study of music of Western civilization from 1750 to 1950. The course emphasizes the relationship of music to cultural and intellectual history, beginning with the impact of Enlightenment thought on music, continuing with the Romantic revolution, and concluding with the various 20th century continuations of, and reactions to, Romanticism. Prerequisites: MUSC 101 and MUSC 108 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2017-2018.
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MUSC 207 - Music Theory II (3)
SP. A continuation of Music Theory I covering chromatic harmony. Prerequisite: MUSC 108.
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MUSC 208 - Music Theory III (3)
SP. A continuation of Music Theory II covering chromatic harmony, post-tonal techniques, set theory, and serialism. This course includes analysis, part writing, and some composition. Prerequisite: MUSC 207.
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MUSC 213 - Aural Perception (1)
SP. Provides instruction in musicianship skills, including aural perception, dictation, keyboard harmony, and improvisation. Taken concurrently with MUSC 207. Prerequisite: MUSC 108 and CR in MUSC 108 Lab.
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MUSC 221 - Piano Accompanying in Worship (1/0)
FA, SP. Private lessons in effective leadership of congregational singing from the piano. Also includes instruction in other kinds of accompanying that occurs in worship and some study of appropriate solo repertory. These lessons do not fulfill the private lessons requirement for music majors emphasizing applied music in piano. (Private lesson fees apply).
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MUSC 236 - Music in Worship (3)
FA, alternate years. A historically and theologically-informed course on Christian congregational song, ranging from Old Testament psalms to contemporary praise-worship songs, from traditional Western hymnody to global worship songs, with some attention to cultural context and practical issues. Course requirements include readings, seminar presentations, reports on hymn recordings and visits to churches, as well as practical assignments. No musical prerequisites.
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MUSC 237 - Conducting (3)
FA, alternate years. A course in basic conducting techniques and musicianship skills necessary for effective musical leadership. Prerequisite: Music 101 or sophomore standing with concurrent enrollment in Music 101. Not offered 2017-2018.
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MUSC 239 - Teaching General Music (3)
FA. An introduction to current methods of teaching general music in public and private schools. Students will gain knowledge of teaching methods and materials used in classroom music including textbooks, instruments, and software. Philosophy, curriculum, and administration in relation to the general music program will be discussed. Prerequisite: MUSC 101, sophomore status, and the ability to read music proficiently. Not offered 2017-2018.
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MUSC 240 - Songwriting, Composing, and Film-scoring Lessons (1)
FA, SP. Private composition lessons are offered each semester that will focus on individual student projects such as songwriting, orchestration, arranging, and composing of instrumental sonatas, choral anthems, and film scores, etc. Prerequisite: MUSC 108 or permission of the instructor, based on an acceptable portfolio of three compositions. ($25 fee)
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MUSC 305 - Music History and Analysis III (3)
FA, alternate years. The course explores the issues that contemporary musicians face regarding expression and communication, focusing on the way these issues have been and are being redefined, answered in new ways, experimented with, and even dismissed since c. 1950. While the course focuses on art music, there is considerable attention given to film and popular music as well. Prerequisites: MUSC 101 and MUSC 108 or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 307 - Music Form and Syntax (3)
SP, alternate years. A study of the most common ways composers set forth and work out musical ideas, including both the large-scale and local aspects of musical form. Students will make inquiry into the syntactical meaning of various musical cues and gestures and sample various means of presenting a formal analysis, using basic reductive techniques, outlines, diagrams, analogy, and oral description in their assignments, and projects. Prerequisite: MUSC 208 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2017-2018.
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MUSC 308 - Order, Meaning, and Function (3)
SP, alternate years. This course serves to integrate that which was learned in the music history and music theory sequences and to nurture Christian reflection on aesthetic and social issues in music. The first part of the course focuses on musical structure and the composer’s activity of finding order in the world of sound and of the responsibility students have as stewards of the gift of sound. The second part of the course turns attention to meaning in music, its functions in societies past and present, and questions concerning the nature and extent of its influence on people. In both parts of the course, specific pieces of music are studied in some detail. Prerequisites: MUSC 208 and MUSC 305 or permission of the instructor. Not offered 2017-2018
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MUSC 312 - Tonal Counterpoint (3)
SP, alternate years. A practical study of melodic writing and counterpoint, using the instrumental works of J.S. Bach as models. Prerequisite: MUSC 207 or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 334 - Vocal Literature (3)
Offered upon sufficient demand, otherwise by Independent Study. A survey of classical vocal literature, focusing on solo literature from the late Renaissance period to the Modern era. The course acquaints students with a broad range of song repertoire from composers of Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Britain, Russia, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the United States. The course explores suitable literature for beginning singers to advanced vocal performers. Most sessions feature student presentations. Required of music majors with an emphasis in applied music who are voice principals. Open to other music majors and non-majors with substantial vocal background or interest in vocal literature. Prerequisites: two semesters of college voice lessons and/or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 335 - Piano Literature (3)
Offered upon sufficient demand, otherwise by Independent Study. A study of the standard piano literature from 1700 (Bach) to the present. The course also includes the basic issues of piano musical styles, performance practices, and development of the piano as an instrument. Required of music majors with an emphasis in applied music who are piano principals. Open to other music majors and non-majors with substantial piano background and interest in piano. Prerequisites: two semesters of college piano lessons or approval of the instructor.
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MUSC 337 - Advanced Conducting (3)
SP, alternate years. A course in advanced conducting techniques appropriate to secondary band, orchestra, and choral programs. Prerequisite: MUSC 237. Not offered in 2017-2018.
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MUSC 339 - Curriculum and Instruction in Music Education (3)
FA, alternate years. Comprehensive examination of philosophy, learning theories, curriculum design, administration, and current trends in elementary and secondary music education. Topics include designing instruction for learners with special needs, assessment, professional conduct and development, classroom management, and program development. Prerequisite: MUSC 239
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MUSC 340 - Songwriting, Composing, and Film-scoring Lessons (2)
FA, SP. Same as MUSC 240, except these lessons are weekly hour-long lessons. ($50 fee)
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MUSC 341 - Vocal-Choral Pedagogy (2)
FA, alternate years. Practical study in vocal-choral training and rehearsal techniques to develop singing skills in the classroom and in the ensemble. Consideration of vocal health for children, adolescents, and adults. Prerequisite: MUSC 237
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MUSC 351 - Choral Literature and Materials (2)
FA, alternate years. Study of practical problems and issues involved in choosing appropriate music literature for study in elementary, middle, and high school choral programs. Score study, rehearsal planning and technique, and overall administration of a choral program are considered. Prerequisites: MUSC 101 and 108, or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 352 - Instrumental Literature and Materials (2)
SP, alternate years. Study of practical problems and issues involved in choosing appropriate music literature for study in elementary, middle, and high school band/orchestra programs. Score study, rehearsal planning and technique, and overall administration of an instrumental program are considered. Prerequisites: MUSC 101 and 108, or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 359 - Seminar in Music Methods (3)
SP. A seminar taught in conjunction with EDUC 346 involving general problems of pedagogy, as well as the specific methods for teaching music in rehearsal and classrooms. The seminar provides a forum for the discussion of problems that develop during directed teaching.
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MUSC 390 - Independent Study (1-4)
Prerequisite: permission of the department chair.
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Music: Ensembles Membership in ensembles is open to Calvin students who meet the requirements of musicianship. All students who want to participate in any of the music ensembles at Calvin may audition during the summer Passport orientation sessions, or by special arrangement with the conductor prior to each semester.
All ensembles, except String Quartet, carry academic credit. Ensembles may not be audited. If a student is already registered for a full credit load, they may register for the ensemble for 0 credit to avoid the overload fee. See the Music Department Handbook for more details.
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MUSC 117 - Jazz Band (.5)
FA, SP. Representative works in jazz band literature are studied and prepared for concert performance. Meets twice a week and is open to students in all class levels who meet the requirements of musicianship.
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MUSC 118 - String Quartet (0)
FA, SP. Representative works in string quartet literature are studied and prepared for performance. A faculty coach meets with the ensemble weekly to provide instruction. Open to students in all class levels who wish to participate.
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MUSC 131 - Campus Choir (1)
FA, SP. Study and performance of choral literature related to the practice of Christian worship throughout the history of the church and in many cultures. Emphasis on vocal and musical development, as well as on the theological, historical, and liturgical dimensions of selected choral repertoire. Open to all students who meet the requirements of voice and musicianship.
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MUSC 141 - Capella (1)
FA, SP. Representative works in the field of choral literature are studied and prepared for concert performance. Membership is maintained at a set limit and is open only to those who meet the demands of voice, sight reading, and choral musicianship. Prerequisite: ordinarily one year of experience in a college choir.
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MUSC 151 - Symphonic Band (1)
FA, SP. Representative works in the chamber wind and concert band literature are studied and prepared for concert performance. Meets three times weekly and is open to all students who wish to participate in a concert band.
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MUSC 161 - Wind Ensemble (1)
FA, SP. Representative works in the chamber wind and concert band literature are studied and prepared for concert performance. Meets four times weekly. Membership is limited to a set instrumentation and is open to all students who meet the demands of musicianship.
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MUSC 171 - Orchestra (1)
FA, SP. Representative works in the field of chamber and symphony orchestra literature are studied and prepared for concert performance. Open to all students via live audition who meet the demands of musicianship.
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MUSC 181 - Oratorio Chorus (.5)
FA. The study of representative works of the great masters of choral writing with a view to public performance with orchestra. Handel’s Messiah is performed annually at Christmas. Open to all who meet the requirements of voice and musicianship.
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MUSC 182 - Gospel Choir (1)
FA, SP. Faculty directed vocal ensemble performing representative music in this particular genre and in preparation for concert appearances. Membership is open to students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
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MUSC 191 - Women’s Chorale (1)
FA, SP. A women’s honor choir open to all classes devoted to singing a wide range of challenging treble literature, both sacred and secular. Membership is maintained at a set limit and is open only to those who meet the demands of voice, sight reading, and choral musicianship. This ensemble tours, presents concerts and leads worship services.
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MUSC 193 - Collegium Musicum (.5)
FA, SP. Offered upon sufficient demand. An ensemble for the study and performance of instrumental and vocal music of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Reproductions of early wind, string, percussion, and keyboard instruments are used. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and community members by audition. No previous experience in early music performance is necessary. Rehearses two hours per week. Not offered 2017-2018.
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MUSC 222 - Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music (1)
FA, SP. Piano accompanying involves the study of piano-accompanied literature, plus the actual accompanying throughout the semester of select private voice students. Piano Chamber Music includes the study of literature for piano four hands, two pianos and works for the piano with other instruments such as piano trios. This ensemble experience does not fulfill the private lessons requirements. Intended for piano students who meet the demands of musicianship, with permission of the instructor.
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NURS 307 - Theory: Community Based and Mental Health Nursing (4)
FA. In this theory course, students will explore the theoretical foundations of the discipline of nursing, basic concepts of community based nursing, and mental health promotion and protection of individuals across the lifespan in the context of their families and communities. Prerequisites: limited to students who have been admitted to the upper division nursing major.
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NURS 308 - Strategies: Community Based and Mental Health Nursing (4)
FA. This course provides students with the opportunity to develop strategies for health promotion and health protection for use in community based nursing and mental health nursing. Students will develop basic competency in health assessment, communication, technical skills, nursing informatics, the nursing process, and critical thinking. Students will be introduced to basic principles of pharmacology as well as the various categories of psychotropic drugs. Prerequisites: limited to students who have been admitted to the upper division nursing major.
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NURS 309 - Practicum: Community Based and Mental Health Nursing (4)
FA. This practicum course provides the student with an introduction to community based nursing as well as the opportunity to implement strategies to promote and protect the mental health of persons across the lifespan. Students will assume basic roles of the professional nurse and utilize skills of assessment, communication, critical thinking, and nursing process to design and provide empirically based nursing care to individuals in a variety of acute care and community-based settings. Prerequisites: limited to students who have been admitted to the upper division nursing major.
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NURS 327 - Theory: Pregnant Women, Infants, Children, and Adolescents (4)
SP. This theory course will focus on health promotion and health protection concepts for pregnant women, infants, children, and adolescents in the context of their families and communities. Topics will include primary, secondary, and tertiary health protection and health promotion from the perspective of community based care. Prerequisites: NURS 307, NURS 308, and NURS 309.
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NURS 328 - Strategies: Pregnant Women, Infants, Children, and Adolescents (4)
SP. This course provides students with opportunities to develop health promotion and health protection strategies in caring for pregnant women, infants, children, and adolescents. Students will develop knowledge and skills in health and cultural assessment, communication, nutrition, pharmacology, psychomotor activities, and nursing informatics systems related to care of pregnant women, infants, children, and adolescents. Prerequisites: NURS 307, NURS 308, and NURS 309.
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NURS 329 - Practicum: Pregnant Women, Infants, Children, and Adolescents (4)
SP. The student will utilize the nursing process to promote and protect the health of pregnant women, infants, children, and adolescents in the context of their families and communities. Students will spend six weeks with pregnant women and infants and six weeks with children and adolescents in both acute care settings and a variety of community settings. Students will have opportunities to apply knowledge of health promotion and primary, secondary, and tertiary health protection strategies. The focus of the course is on engagement in clinical decision making skills and problem solving in working with these clients. Prerequisites: NURS 307, NURS 308, and NURS 309.
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NURS 357 - Theory: Young, Middle, and Older Adults (4)
FA. This course will focus on the concepts of health promotion and health protection for young, middle, and older adults in the context of their families and communities. Topics will include primary, secondary, and tertiary health protection and health promotion including community based care and role development. The student will learn about partnerships with adults to actively promote health as well as protecting health during times of acute and chronic illness. Prerequisites: NURS 327, NURS 328, and NURS 329.
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NURS 358 - Strategies: Young, Middle, and Older Adults (4)
FA. This course provides the student with opportunities to develop health promotion and primary, secondary, and tertiary health protection strategies in care delivery for adults. Students will develop knowledge and skills in health and cultural assessment of adults, pharmacology, communication, nutrition, psychomotor activities, and nursing informatics systems related to care of adult clients. Prerequisites: NURS 327, NURS 328, and NURS 329.
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NURS 359 - Practicum: Young, Middle, and Older Adults (4)
FA. The student will utilize the nursing process to promote and protect the health of adults in the context of their families and communities. Students care for young, middle, and older adults in acute care settings and visit a variety of community settings. Students will have opportunities to apply knowledge of health promotion and primary, secondary, and tertiary health protection theory and strategies. The focus of the course is on engagement in clinical decision making skills and problem solving with adult clients. Prerequisites: NURS 327, NURS 328, and NURS 329.
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NURS 377 - Theory: Community Focused Nursing and Leadership/Management (4)
SP. This theory course is focused on health promotion/health protection for the community as client and leadership/management principles that are used by the professional nurse. Prerequisites: NURS 357, NURS 358, and NURS 359.
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NURS 378 - Strategies: Synthesis of Nursing Care across the Lifespan (1)
SP. In this nursing laboratory course, students will synthesize techniques of health promotion and health protection for and with individuals, families, and groups across the lifespan in complex health situations. Students will focus on critical thinking and decision making principles in nursing practice. The course will include multifaceted, laboratory simulations that require students to analyze and synthesize assessment data and design care with other health care professionals. Students will integrate their knowledge of the Christian perspective, core virtues, and diversity into the care that they design. Prerequisites: NURS 357, NURS 358 and NURS 359.
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NURS 379 - Practicum: Community Focused Nursing and Leadership/Management (4)
SP. This course will afford students the opportunity to partner with communities as well as interdisciplinary groups of health care providers for the purpose of promoting and protecting health. Partnerships with communities offer opportunities for the student to assist the community to develop the best health care possible for diverse cultural groups. Partnerships with interdisciplinary staff members allow for principles of management and leadership to be integrated into nursing practice. Prerequisites: NURS 357, NURS 358 and NURS 359.
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NURS 380 - Critical Reflections (3)
SP. This reflective course will lead the student into inquiry about the relationship between Christian faith and the discipline of nursing. It will consider how the Reformed Christian worldview informs the metaparadigm of nursing as well as current issues facing the profession. Prerequisites: NURS 357, NURS 358 and NURS 359.
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NURS 385 - Nursing Internship (Curricular Practical Training-CPT) (0)
This course is an optional independent study course, in which students will participate in off-campus internships in acute or long term care settings during summer months or during the academic year to complement their formal learning experiences. They will work a minimum of 80 hours over the summer, or during a semester. Prerequisites: NURS 307, NURS 308, and NURS 309, GPA of 2.5 or higher. Application for approval of activities must be confirmed by the department’s internship coordinator prior to the internship.
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NURS 482 - Advanced Roles in Nursing (1)
FA. This seminar will explore the various graduate school options within the discipline of nursing with a specific focus on nursing research and advanced practice. It will investigate the process of graduate education from application to the acquisition of a position following graduate school. Graduate education, national priorities for nursing research, translational research, and evidence based practice will be explored in light of health care reform. The seminar will approach graduate education as means to prepare for lifelong Christian service in God’s world. This course is an elective in the Department of Nursing and will be offered once each academic year. Prerequisite: Junior status.
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Philosophy: Elementary Courses |
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PHIL 153 - Fundamental Questions in Philosophy (3)
FA, SP. An introduction to fundamental questions about God, the world, and human life and how we know about them. These questions are addressed through the study of historically significant texts, primarily from the Western philosophical tradition. An emphasis is placed on philosophical reflection and discussion, constructing and evaluating arguments, reading and interpreting philosophical texts, writing clear expository prose, and engaging in faith-oriented and faith based inquiry. The course aims to help students use philosophy to respond to central issues in human life and in contemporary society.
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PHIL 171 - Introduction to Logic (3)
SP. A course in elementary deductive and inductive logic with emphasis upon the use of logic in evaluating arguments. Suitable for first-year students, not recommended for students aiming toward graduate study of philosophy.
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PHIL 273 - Symbolic Logic (3)
A course in elementary symbolic logic, including some modal logic. This course is recommended especially for those intending to study philosophy at the graduate level. Open to qualified first-year students. Not offered 2017-2018.
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Philosophy: Intermediate Historical Courses All intermediate courses presuppose completion of PHIL 153 .
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PHIL 251 - History of Western Philosophy I (3)
SP. A survey of the major Western philosophers and philosophical movements of the ancient and medieval periods. Prerequisite: PHIL 153.
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PHIL 252 - History of Western Philosophy II (3)
FA. A survey of some of the major Western philosophers and philosophical movements from the seventeenth century to the end of the nineteenth century. A continuation of PHIL 251, which is a recommended preparation. Prerequisite: PHIL 153.
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Philosophy: Intermediate Systematic Courses All intermediate courses presuppose completion of PHIL 153 .
Students may take PHIL 201 , PHIL 202 , PHIL 203 , PHIL 204 , PHIL 205 , PHIL 207 , PHIL 208 , PHIL 212 , PHIL 215 for core credit in integrative studies.
Students may take PHIL 211 to fulfill Persons in Community core requirement.
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PHIL 201 - Philosophy of Social Science (3)
A study of the philosophical questions raised by methods, assumptions, and results of the human sciences, such as cultural relativism, social determinism, scientific objectivity, and religious neutrality. Attention will also be given to relationships between theology, philosophy, and social science. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: Two courses in the Social Sciences. Not offered 2017-2018.
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PHIL 202 - Law, Politics, and Legal Practice (3)
FA. An investigation of such topics as the nature and types of law, sources of law, the bases of a legal system, the nature of legal and political authority, and the status of civil and human rights. Some consideration will also be given to the complex role lawyers and judges play in our society and to some of the ethical issues they may face as a result of this complexity, as well as to the ways in which a Christian perspective might affect the decisions a lawyer, judge, or citizen makes about the law and legal practice. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: two courses in the social sciences.
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PHIL 203 - Understanding Natural Science: Its Nature, Status, and Limits (3)
An investigation of the nature of science (its structure, methods, and status), and its place in human life, by looking at the historical development of science, including its interactions with other human activities, especially religion. The course will encourage students to develop their own views on major issues regarding the nature of science and its appropriate relations to worldviews and faith. It will use history of science both to place these issues in context and to test rival pictures of what science is, how it works, and how is has been-and should be-related to Christian faith. Special emphasis will be given to the diverse ways these issues have been approached within the Reformed tradition. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: two courses in the natural sciences. Not offered 2017-2018.
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PHIL 204 - God and Philosophy (3)
SP. A sustained philosophical reflection on the nature and existence of God, addressing such questions as the rationality of belief in God, the role of evidence in religious belief, the problem of evil, the suffering of God, the point of prayer, the use of gendered language about God, the fate of sincere believers in non-Christian religions, and the existence of hell. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: two courses in religion.
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PHIL 205 - Ethics (3)
SP. This course reflects on the moral dimension of life as a whole, in its relation to what we believe, what we do, and what sorts of people we want to be. It studies basic ethical questions such as the objectivity of right and wrong, what justice is, how we ought to live, why we should try to be morally good. It considers these questions both theoretically and practically (by applying them to issues in contemporary social life, such as capital punishment or abortion). It also uses both historical sources (such as Aristotle and Kant) and contemporary sources. Finally, it considers what difference Christian faith makes to the theory and the practice of morality. There may be a service-learning component in the course, depending on the instructor. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: two courses in philosophy and/or religion.
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PHIL 207 - Justice and the Common Good: Studies in Political Philosophy (3)
FA. A study of the historical sources and philosophical dimensions of the major debates in contemporary political thought, including an analysis of the basic terms of current political discourse-such as freedom, justice, rights, and equality-and an assessment of their role in the debates over such issues as racism, gender relations, multiculturalism, and religion in the public square. The course also explores traditions of Christian reflection on the purpose of the state, the limits of legislation, the nature of community, the requirements of justice, and the calling of the Christian citizen. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: two courses in Social Sciences. Not offered 2017-2018.
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PHIL 208 - Philosophy of the Arts and Culture (3)
FA. A study of the nature of the arts and their role in human cultures. The course discusses the history of philosophical reflections on these topics as well as some recent theories and debates. It aims to develop a mature understanding of issues and challenges facing participants in contemporary arts and culture. Students taking this course to fulfill the integrative studies requirement of the core must have the following prerequisites in addition to PHIL 153: two courses in the arts or two courses in literature. Not offered 2017-2018.
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PHIL 211 - Philosophy of Gender (3)
FA. In this course students are offered the opportunity to gain a historically-grounded philosophical understanding of the concept of gender, to understand the ways in which gender concepts are formed by, and in their turn, form contemporary cultural beliefs and practices, and to consider how these issues intersect with a Reformed understanding of human life.
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PHIL 212 - Ethical Dimensions of Health Care (3)
SP. A study of ethical issues that arise in the context of contemporary health care and related practices. Ethical issues such as abortion, euthanasia, informed consent, and health care allocation will be examined from a perspective afforded by current philosophical debates in ethical theory.
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PHIL 225 - Chinese Thought and Culture (3)
FA. A study of the relationships among Chinese philosophy, art, social life, and society, examining the expressions of Chinese thought in the writings of Confucius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, and Mencius. The course also correlates Chinese thought with other aspects of Chinese culture, such as tai chi, religious practice, cuisine, calligraphy, poetry, film, painting, and family organization. This course fulfills the global and historical requirement of the core.
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