Course Descriptions

LGST 205 - Alternative Dispute Resolution

• Demonstrate an understanding of the basis for the increasing need for ADR in the U.S. legal system.
• Describe the differences between negotiated settlements, mediation and arbitration as forms of ADR.
• Identify the circumstances and specific situations which particularly lend themselves to ADR.
• Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate techniques in conflict resolution.

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LGST 210 - Torts

• Demonstrate an understanding of the various defenses and remedies associated with tortious conduct.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the standards of conduct that result in tortious liability.
• Identify and utilize the documents necessary for tort litigation.
• Identify the elements of various types of tortious conduct.

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LGST 211 - Maryland Contract Law

• Characterize the role of the paralegal in assisting attorneys in contract review.
• Draft a contract and prepare a sales agreement in accordance with the laws of Maryland and the Uniform Commercial Code.
• Describe the legal consequences of a contract or sales agreement.
• Evaluate a contract for compliance with the laws of Maryland and the Uniform Commercial Code.

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LGST 212 - Immigration Law

• Identify the various types of immigration visas.
• Define the key aspects of current U.S. immigration laws.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the defenses to deportation laws.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how court decisions have influenced immigration laws.

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LGST 214 - Domestic Relations

• Articulate the rules for child custody determination.
• Compute child support amounts.
• Describe the elements or grounds for divorce actions.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the process through which a divorce or child custody case moves through the courts.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the grounds for alimony determination.
• List the different parts of a separation agreement.

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LGST 216 - Real Property

• Identify the historical forms of real property ownership.
• Demonstrate how to conduct a proper and accurate search of public property records.
• Distinguish varying types of property ownership and identify title defects.
• Identify the elements needed to properly execute contracts for real property transfer.
• Identify the settlement forms and other documents necessary for a real estate closing.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize and draft valid deed clauses.

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LGST 218 - Civil Litigation

• Analyze and draft litigation pleadings.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the rules of Federal and state court procedures.
• Describe and analyze the sections of a legal complaint and answer.
• Describe the preparation and process of filing a lawsuit.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the various steps associated with litigation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of various areas of law within the U.S. legal system.

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LGST 220 - Wills and Estate Administration in Maryland

• Demonstrate an understanding of the preparation of a simple Will.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the probate process in the state of Maryland.
• Describe the procedures utilized in administering the various types of probate proceedings in Maryland.
• Demonstrate an understanding of when intestate laws apply in the probate process.

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LGST 230 - Criminal Law and Procedure for Paralegals

• Explain the basis for application of substantive criminal laws in the Federal system and in Maryland.
• Identify violations of substantive criminal laws in fact patterns.
• Explain procedures and rules related to criminal trial practice in the Federal system and in Maryland.
• Discuss the relevance and application of rules of evidence to criminal trial practice.

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LGST 250 - Paralegal Internship

• Gain practical experience by working in a professional legal setting.
• Work within a legal professional environment.
• Utilize legal research and writing skills.
• Complete a weekly journal of their work experience.

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LGST 260 - Law Office Technology

• Identify current legal software applications commonly in use in local law office practice.
• Explain the benefits of employing select legal software.
• Discuss the use and the function of select legal software.
• Engage and utilize select legal software to demonstrate proficiency.

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LGST 265 - eDiscovery Software Applications

• Explain the types of forensic collections: Full-forensic, Logical, and Targeted.
• Describe eDiscovery tools and their uses.
• Describe types of digital evidence and explain factors affecting digital evidence collection.
• Summarize U.S. Federal Rules on digital evidence.
• Use the Electronic Discovery Reference Model.
• Define the required data deliverable items in responding to, or propounding, a Request for Production of Documents.
• Explain when to use eDiscovery Consultants, Special Masters, and Forensic Mediators.
• Use software tools to identify and review relevant data.
• Explain eDiscovery project management tasks, including sampling and metrics.

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LIBR 110 - Fundamentals of Library Research

• Differentiate among the major types of information sources, such as scholarly and popular sources.
• Identify several information needs in relation to a given research topic.
• Develop a research strategy in relation to a given research topic.
• Find a variety of information sources to address information needs in relation to a given research topic.
• Explain how a source could be used to fulfill a specified information need.
• Cite sources using a standard citation style, such as MLA or APA.
• Describe a variety of ethical issues related to the use of information for academic purposes.

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LING 200 - Introduction to Linguistics

• Apply standard methods of linguistic analysis to data from a variety of languages.
• Develop an awareness of linguistic perspectives on issues in first and second language acquisition, language variation, and language universals.
• Solve problems by identifying common phonological, morphological, and syntactic patterns in a variety of languages.
• Identify ways in which languages change, and recognize the naturalness of language change.
• Identify fundamental concepts in the various areas of linguistic theory.
• Explain in writing linguistic concepts, issues, and analyses.

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MATH 017 - Elements of Statistics Support

• Perform operations with real  numbers.
• Recognize and apply absolute values and ordering of real numbers.
• Evaluate expressions using the order of operations.
• Solve applications involving rational numbers.
• Calculate the mean and median of sets of data.
• Analyze and interpret graphs of data sets.
• Analyze and solve application problems involving basic probability.

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MATH 020 - Survey of College Mathematics Support

• Perform operations with real  numbers.
• Solve linear equations and inequalities.
• Evaluate expressions using the order of operations.
• Solve applications involving rational numbers.
• Perform operations with exponents.
• Analyze and interpret graphs of lines.

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MATH 030 - Elements of Mathematics I Support

• Demonstrate competency with the base-ten number system.
• Demonstrate competency with the rational number system.
• Identify and apply the order of operations and arithmetic properties  to solve problems.
• Evaluate and manipulate algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, systems, and formulas.
• Represent basic word problems with an annotated equation.
• Explain steps and processes used to solve problems.
• Write basic word problems for all four arithmetic operations.
• Identify errors in sample student work and provide appropriate suggestions for redirection.

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MATH 045 - Foundations of Algebra Support

• Perform operations with real  numbers.
• Evaluate expressions using the order of operations.
• Perform operations with polynomials.
• Solve linear equations and graph linear functions.

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MATH 050 - Foundations of Algebra

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Use properties of exponents to simplify expressions and combine terms.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform operations on polynomials.
• Factor polynomials using the greatest common factor, grouping, and formulas.
• Evaluate functions as well as identify their domains and ranges.
• Find an inverse of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
• Construct graphs of linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
• Solve quadratic, rational, radical equations as well as systems of equations using graphical and algebraic approaches.
• Simplify and perform operations on radical and rational expressions.
• Use technology to graph linear, quadratic, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations and interpret and analyze the graph.

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MATH 092 - Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning

• Use number concepts to describe quantitative relationships in a variety of contexts.
• Communicate, interpret and explain mathematical concepts using appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary.
• Manipulate and solve equations, using appropriate mathematical techniques and technology.
• Solve word problems in various contexts and interpret results by using mathematical concepts with appropriate terms and units.
• Solve systems of two equations graphically and algebraically, and interpret the results in an appropriate manner.
• Recognize whether a linear or non-linear mathematical model is appropriate and use the appropriate model to represent the relationships between variables.
• Summarize and interpret data using graphs, tables, technology, and statistics (including measures of central tendencies and dispersion).
• Collect data and use information from the data to make reasonable conclusions by employing appropriate numerical and algebraic concepts such as fractions, ratios, decimals, and percents.

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MATH 098 - Introduction to Trigonometry

• Solve right-triangle trigonometric problems, including word problems.
• Solve simple trigonometric equations.
• Graph y =Asin(x), y=Acos(x), and y=tan(x) without a calculator.
• Evaluate the six trigonometric functions without a calculator for the angles of a right triangle; an angle in standard position defined by a point in the plane; quadrantal angles; and special angles: 30°, 45°, and 60°, as well as those angles whose reference angles are 30, 45, and 60.
• Evaluate the six trigonometric functions for any angle in degrees or radians with a calculator.
• Define degrees and radians. Convert between degrees and radians. Locate angles (in radians) on a unit circle.
• Sketch an angle in standard position. Find and use reference angles. Find and demonstrate understanding of coterminal angles.
• Use basic identities to simplify expressions involving trigonometric functions.

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MATH 117 - Elements of Statistics

• Calculate and interpret confidence interval estimates of population parameters (proportions and/or means).
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance that random sampling and randomization play in producing data that allow one to draw conclusions about the underlying populations.
• Explain that statistical procedures have specific requirements necessary for their application and verify that the fulfillment of these requirements has been satisfied for the situation with which the student is dealing.
• Express in clearly written form, and always in the context of the particular problem situation, the results of statistical investigations and analyses.
• Formulate and conduct tests of significance for population parameters (proportions and/or means) and interpret the results in the original context.
• Use a variety of graphical and numeric tools to explore and summarize categorical and quantitative data, including linear models of associations between two quantitative variables.
• Use statistical software (computer- or calculator-based) to explore and analyze data and interpret the results produced by that software in context.
• Use the results of the central limit theorems for sample proportions and sample means to predict the long-term patterns of variation of those statistics under repeated sampling based on an understanding of the normal distribution.

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MATH 120 - Survey of College Mathematics

• Calculate and interpret probabilities for discrete variables within the context of games of chance and other applications. 
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and use mathematical models for predictive purposes to solve application problems from fields such as business, economics, the life sciences and the social sciences.
• Design, categorize, and solve linear systems of inequalities in two variables for the purpose of resource allocation in fields such as manufacturing, nutrition, and agriculture (linear programming).
• Interpret quantitative information from selected real-world word problems so that data can be encapsulated into suitable mathematical models.
• Solve finance problems involving simple interest, compound interest, annual percentage yield, future value of an ordinary annuity, present value of an ordinary annuity, loans, and mortgages.    
• Solve linear systems by the Gauss-Jordan augmented matrix method and/or by using the inverse of the coefficient matrix, when applicable.
• Use computer software such as Excel and/or use calculator software such as the TVM Solver, Equation Solver, and/or matrix menus when appropriate.
• Write interpretive results in clear, concise English sentences tailored to meet the needs of the target audience.  

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MATH 130 - Elements of Mathematics I: Mathematical Reasoning and Number Systems

• Communicate mathematical ideas effectively using appropriate vocabulary and grammar.       
• Demonstrate the intricacy of counting, including the distinction between counting as a list of numbers in order and counting to determine a number of objects.
• Illustrate how the base-ten place value system relies on repeated bundling in groups of ten using varied representations.
• Explain how efficient base-ten computation methods for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division rely on decomposing numbers represented in base ten according to the base-ten units represented by their digits and applying (often informally) properties of operations to decompose a calculation into parts.
• Use drawings or manipulative materials to reveal and explain the rationale behind computation methods for whole numbers and decimals.
• Extend the base-ten system to decimals, view decimals as address systems on number lines, and explain the rationale for decimal computation methods.
• Explain and apply the standard arithmetic algorithms as well as alternate algorithms for whole number operations.
• Represent fractions on a number line and as numbers using area, set models, and lengths.
• Recognize that addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problem types and associated meanings for the operations extend from whole numbers to fractions.
• Apply reasoning to compare numbers in base ten and fractions.
• Explain the rationale for defining and representing equivalent fractions and procedures for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions.
• Employ pictorial models to represent fractions, equivalent fractions, and arithmetic with fractions.
• Write, classify and solve application problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and illustrate the meanings of the operations illustrated by these problem types.
• Demonstrate the teaching/learning paths for single-digit addition and associated subtraction as well as single-digit multiplication and associated division, including the use of properties of operations.
• Demonstrate, apply, and explain basic concepts of number theory.

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MATH 131 - Elements of Mathematics II: Geometry and Algebra

• Reason about how quantities vary together in a proportional relationship, using tables, double number lines, and strip diagrams as supports.
• Distinguish proportional relationships from other relationships, such as additive relationships and inversely proportional relationships.
• Employ different methods for solving problems involving proportions and percents.
• Employ procedures for mental computation and estimation of percents.
• Use unit rates to solve problems and to formulate equations for proportional relationships.
• Use pictorial models to represent proportions and percents. 
• Illustrate the connection between fractions and division, and how fractions, ratios, and rates are connected via unit rates.                   
• Recognize algebraic reasoning in elementary mathematics.
• Apply processes of reasoning to identify, solve, manipulate, and/or evaluate expressions, equations, and systems of equations.
• Translate among multiple representations of a function.  
• Recognize various representations and change patterns of linear and non-linear functions. 
• Solve problems with tables, graphs, and equations. 
• Find and describe patterns including finding the nth term of a sequence.
• Explain, apply, and connect the general principles of measurement, the process of iterations, and the central role of units.
• Explain area and volume and give rationales for area and volume formulas that can be obtained by finitely many compositions and decompositions of unit squares or unit cubes.
• Explain common metric benchmarks for length, mass, and capacity and make conversions within the metric system.
• Develop basic area formulas and the Pythagorean Theorem in a deductive sequence and use these formulas to compute area and length.  
• Describe, compare, classify, and draw plane and space figures.
• Explain the relationship among the formulas for the volume of prisms, cylinders, pyramids, and cones.
• Use nets to explain how to find the surface area of prisms and cylinders.
• Reason about proportional relationships and similarity.        
• Perform rigid motions and relate them to congruence, symmetry, and similarity.
• Explain the sum of angle measures in a polygon and compute the measures of specific angles.
• Perform basic compass constructions and explain why they work.
• Use technology to study plane figures.
• Interpret statements that use geometric terminology.
• Prove or disprove conjectures about geometric shapes. 

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MATH 132 - Elements of Mathematics III: Probability, Statistics, and Problem Solving

• Identify and write statistical questions.
• Identify, construct, interpret, and analyze displays of data.
• Solve problems involving measures of center and spread.
• Choose among display options and summary statistics to describe a set of data.
• Evaluate methods of collecting data for possible bias.
• Analyze misleading statistics.
• Compute and interpret experimental and theoretical probabilities using sample spaces, tables, tree diagrams, and simulations.
• Solve problems that involve the Fundamental Counting Principle, permutations, or combinations.
• Solve problems about independent or dependent events.
• Find expected values in situations that involve probabilities, for example: insurance plans, games, etc.
• Compare different methods for solving a problem and validate the reasonableness of results within the context of the problem.
• Solve problems using a variety of problem solving techniques.
• Apply knowledge from number systems, sets, geometry, algebra, statistics, and probability to solve problems.

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MATH 150 - Elementary Applied Calculus I

• Evaluate limits graphically and algebraically.
• Find a derivative directly from the definition of the derivative.
• Formulate applied problems - business, economic, and life-science, in particular - into mathematical equations using appropriate calculus symbols; solve and interpret the solution of such problems in a real-world context.
• Identify and apply the appropriate rule(s) for symbolic differentiation to find first and higher order derivatives.
• Interpret the indefinite integral as an inverse process of differentiation and evaluate indefinite integrals.
• Recognize and use all standard notations for first and higher order derivatives.
• Set up and evaluate definite integrals to solve applied problems including problems involving area, total change, and average value.
• Use first and second derivatives to determine the critical numbers, increasing and decreasing behavior, relative extrema, inflection points, and concavity of a function; use this information to sketch the graph of a function.
• Use the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus to evaluate definite integrals.
• Use the graph of a function f(x) to determine if the function is continuous and/or differentiable at a given value of x.
• Use the graph of the first derivative of a function to obtain information about the behavior of a function.
• Write a verbal interpretation of the derivative as a rate of change in the context of an application, using everyday language and appropriate units.

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MATH 165 - Precalculus

• Describe and analyze properties of course functions algebraically, verbally, numerically, and graphically.
• Create, recognize, and interpret transformations of course functions and circles algebraically, numerically, verbally and graphically.
• Develop a mathematical model from a verbal description or data. Apply the mathematical model to solve a problem and interpret the solution.
• Simplify expressions, verify identities and solve equations, algebraically.
• Solve and interpret absolute value, rational and polynomial inequalities algebraically and graphically.
• Combine course functions arithmetically and by composition, and understand the function properties of the newly formed functions.
• Determine inverse functions and their properties for appropriate course functions.
• Employ the graphing calculator to evaluate, find common points, zeros, symmetries, relative extrema and intervals of inequality of all course functions and parametric equations.
• Sketch, by hand, and label significant features on graphs of course functions.

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MATH 170 - Calculus for Life Sciences I

• Evaluate limits graphically, algebraically, and numerically.
• Interpret limits verbally.
• Find a derivative directly from the limit definition of a derivative.
• Explain and distinguish between average and instantaneous rates of change and be able to interpret each within the context of an applied problem.
• Identify and apply the appropriate rule(s) for symbolic differentiation.
• Interpret derivatives verbally in the context of an application.
• Demonstrate how to use derivatives to model and analyze a variety of applications, such as problems involving optimization, related rates, and applied problems in the life sciences.
• Demonstrate how to use derivatives to obtain information about the graph of a function and use the graph of a function to obtain information about its derivatives.
• Interpret the definite integral as a limit of sums.
• Interpret the indefinite integral as an inverse process of differentiation and evaluate indefinite integrals.
• Determine when and how to apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
• Demonstrate how to use technology to discover, explore, illustrate, and understand limits, derivatives, and integrals.

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MATH 171 - Calculus for Life Sciences II

• Integration.
• Approximate definite integrals by using appropriate numerical techniques.
• Evaluate integrals using integration by parts.
• Evaluate improper integrals.
• Linear Algebra.
• Determine the solution to a linear system.
• Perform matrix calculations by applying the rules of matrix algebra.
• Produce eigenvalues and associated eigenvectors for a given matrix.
• Multivariable Calculus.
• Use partial derivatives to model and analyze applications involving optimization.
• Set up and compute double integrals.
• Differential Equations.
• Solve first-order separable and linear differential equations and corresponding initial-value problems.
• Use Euler’s Method to approximate solutions to differential equations.
• Analyze linear and nonlinear systems of differential equations.
• Probability.
• Set up and evaluate appropriate expressions for discrete (including binomial) and continuous (uniform, exponential and normal) random variables.
• Use the results of the Central Limit Theorem to predict long-term patterns of variation based on an understanding of the normal distribution.
• Discrete Dynamical Systems.
• Using sequences and cobwebbing for population models, determine the stability of the equilibrium points.
• Applications.
• Use the methods learned in this course to solve and understand applied problems in the life sciences.

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MATH 181 - Calculus I

• Determine when and how to apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
• Evaluate limits graphically, algebraically, and numerically.
• Explain and distinguish between average and instantaneous rates of change and be able to interpret each within the context of an applied problem.
• Find a derivative directly from the definition of a derivative.
• Identify and apply the appropriate rule(s) for symbolic differentiation.
• Implicitly differentiate a function.
• Interpret derivatives verbally in the context of an application.
• Interpret limits verbally.
• Interpret the definite integral as a limit of sums.
• Interpret the indefinite integral as an inverse process of differentiation and evaluate indefinite integrals.
• Set up and evaluate definite integrals to solve applied problems, such as problems involving area, motion, and net change.
• Use derivatives to determine the extreme values of a function.
• Use derivatives to model and analyze a variety of applications, such as problems involving optimization, related rates, and motion.
• Use first and second derivatives to obtain information about the graph of a function and use the graph of a function to obtain information about its first and second derivatives.
• Use technology to discover, explore, illustrate, and understand limits, derivatives, and integrals.

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MATH 182 - Calculus II

• Evaluate integrals by using the appropriate techniques.
• Approximate definite integrals by using appropriate numerical techniques.
• Find limits involving indeterminate forms.
• Evaluate improper integrals.
• Set up, evaluate, and interpret integrals that represent arc length, area, volume, and average value.
• Set up, evaluate, and interpret integrals that model applications in physics.
• Solve selected differential equations using graphical, numerical, and analytic methods.
• Model applications such as population growth with differential equations.
• Determine the convergence or divergence of sequences and series.
• Represent functions with power series and approximate functions with Taylor polynomials.
• Graph polar equations.
• Use integration to find the area of a polar region.
• Use technology as an appropriate tool.

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MATH 207 - Introduction to Discrete Structures

• Apply the mathematical concepts studied to specific problems.
• Demonstrate various proof techniques.
• Apply logic skills to specific arguments.

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MATH 217 - Statistics for Scientists

• Describe the role of descriptive and inferential statistics within the framework of scientific method.
• Examine various probability distributions and their relevant applications.
• Describe, apply, and communicate the theories and practices of parametric and non-parametric statistical computations including summary measures, statistical inference, probability, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, simulations, regression analysis and modeling, and odds ratios.
• Utilize technology to explore, transform, visualize, and perform statistical computations to analyze multifaceted authentic datasets and communicate insights using a responsible workflow.
• Evaluate and apply ethical principles and practices in statistics.

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MATH 264 - Applications in Linear Algebra

• Use computational techniques and algebraic skills essential for the study of systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, orthogonality and diagonalization.
• Use visualization, spatial reasoning, as well as geometric properties and strategies to model, solve problems, and view solutions, especially in R2 and R3 as well as conceptually extend these results to higher dimensions.
• Critically examine, analyze, and construct mathematical arguments that relate to the study of linear algebra.
• Utilize technology where appropriate to enhance and facilitate mathematical understanding as well as to aid in solving problems and presenting solutions.
• Understand, evaluate, and communicate mathematical statements, ideas and results with the correct use of mathematical definitions, terminology, and symbolism.

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MATH 280 - Multivariable Calculus

• Describe surfaces parametrically in three-dimensional space and find an equation of a plane.
• Describe and recognize graphs of vector functions and space curves.
• Evaluate limits of functions of several variables.
• Find equations of tangent planes to surfaces.
• Use and apply the Chain rule for derivatives of functions of several variables.
• Use LaGrange’s Multipliers method to optimize functions of several variables with additional constraints.
• Find volumes of solids bounded by surfaces.
• Change the order of integration and compute double and triple integrals.
• Determine the surface area of the graph of a function of several variables.
• Use the Fundamental Theorem of Line Integrals and Green’s Theorem to compute line integrals.
• Compute the divergence and curl of a vector function.
• Use the Divergence Theorem and Stoke’s Theorem to compute surface integrals.
• Use a Computer Algebra System to graph, and solve problems about, functions of several variables, vector valued functions, and vector fields.

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MATH 282 - Differential Equations

• Use qualitative and numerical methods to analyze the family of solutions to a first-order differential equation, particularly an autonomous equation.
• Solve first-order separable and linear differential equations and corresponding initial-value problems.
• Determine the domain of a solution and describe long-term behavior of a solution.
• Know and be able to apply the theorem for existence and uniqueness of solutions to a first-order differential equation.
• Write and solve a first-order initial-value problem that models a practical situation involving a rate of change.
• Rewrite a second-order differential equation as a system of first-order equations.
• Use qualitative and numerical methods to describe and analyze the family of solutions to a first-order system.
• Write a first-order system in matrix form, find the eigenvalues and write the general solution to the system.
• Assume exponential solutions and solve a homogeneous or non-homogeneous linear second-order differential equation with constant coefficients.
• Understand and interpret the solutions to a second-order equation in terms of harmonic oscillator.
• Use Laplace transforms to solve first- and second-order initial-value problems when the differential equation may be forced by a continuous or discontinuous function.
• Use an advanced software tool (Maple, MATLAB, Mathematica, ODE software, and the like) appropriately and effectively to aid in understanding the behavior of solutions to differential equations.

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MATH 284 - Linear Algebra

• Determine whether solutions of a linear system Ax = b exist. If so, determine whether the solution is unique and find a basis for the solution space.
• Explain what it means for a set of vectors to be a subspace of Rn. Verify that a given set does or does not satisfy the defining properties of a subspace.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of linear independence, spanning, and basis. Determine whether a given set of vectors is linearly independent and/or spans a given subspace. Produce a basis for a given subspace of Rn.
• Perform matrix calculations, applying the rules of matrix algebra.
• Find the column space, row space, and null space of a matrix. Show an understanding of the relationship between the dimension of the null space, the rank, and the number of columns of the matrix.
• Define what it means for a function to be a linear transformation from Rn to Rm. Describe the kernel and range of a given linear transformation.
• Produce the eigenvalues and associated eigenspaces for a given matrix. Explain geometrically the result of multiplying an eigenvector by the matrix.
• Apply the dot product and its properties to problems of orthogonality, the magnitude of vectors, and the distance between vectors. Produce orthogonal bases of subspaces of Rn.
• Use the techniques and theory of linear algebra to model various real-world problems. (Possible applications include: curve fitting, computer graphics, networks, discrete dynamical systems, systems of differential equations, and least squares solutions.)
• Effectively communicate the concepts and applications of linear algebra using the language of linear algebra in a mathematically correct way.
• Use advanced software tools (e.g., Maple, MATLAB, Mathematica) to solve problems in linear algebra.

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MGMT 101 - Principles of Management

• Explain the functions of management.
• Define managerial planning and explain several different types of plans.
• Define the difference between decision-making and problem solving.
• Identify and describe the difference between an organization’s strategy and its structure.
• Define the methods of managerial development.
• Discuss the difference between effective leadership and effective management.

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MGMT 110 - Small Business Management

• Compare the various management styles and decisions necessary in a small business.
• Design an appropriate organization structure for a small business.
• Develop an appropriate marketing plan for a small business.
• Select an appropriate ownership structure for a small business.

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MGMT 140 - Foundations of Entrepreneurship

• Describe what it means to be an entrepreneur and a leader.
• Explain the motivations and characteristics that drive entrepreneurs.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for new ventures.
• Research resources to convert opportunities into new ventures.

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MGMT 201 - Business Law

• List the elements of a contract.
• Distinguish between a tort and a crime.
• Define and apply the process of civil litigation.
• Summarize international law concepts and list the elements of Internet contracts.

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MGMT 210 - Entrepreneurial Opportunity Analysis and Decision-Making in Technology Ventures

• Practice an entrepreneurial perspective by describing and applying the psychological traits of entrepreneurship.
• Apply the opportunity discovery aspects for recognizing, developing and implementing successful new venture ideas.
• Describe the cognitive aspects of decision-making in entrepreneurship.
• Employ analytical skills in the evaluation and selection of entrepreneurial opportunities.

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MGMT 211 - Introduction to Marketing

• Conduct an environmental scan and applications defined as the identification of trends and the development of a credible opportunity and threat analysis.
• Conduct market segmentation both demographically and psychographically.
• Develop an appropriate message and integrated marketing communications plan for a product or a service.

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MGMT 214 - Human Resources Management

• Identify the functions and trends in human resources management, including recruitment, selection, placement, performance appraisal, training, and compensation.
• Describe how the changing legal environment is affecting the human resources management field.
• Identify the components of a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Distinguish the relationships among organizational structure regarding technology, goals, job design, and job analysis.
• Describe management-labor relations.
• Analyze safety and health issues and the Occupational Safety and Health Act as they relate to the workplace and Human Resources.

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MUSC 110 - Listening to Music

• Identify representative works, composers, and style periods of Western classical music, in listening to musical passages.
• List and describe the musical elements: melody, harmony, rhythm, form, timbre, and texture.
• Evaluate a performance of music, applying knowledge of musical elements and styles.

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MUSC 117 - World Music

• Use the language of the arts in a precise and analytical way as well as dealing with esthetic and subjective aspects.
• Develop skills and/or attitudes that enable one to value cultural differences.
• Develop skills and/or attitudes that enable one to value aesthetics and creativity.
• Write and speak about music with clarity, accuracy, and substance.
• Identify examples, data and information from a variety of cultures and groups that illustrate key concepts, principles, generalizations, and theories.
• Compare Western and non-Western history, literature, art, culture, or religion as reflected through various genres and styles of music from traditional, indigenous, and contemporary sources.
• Discuss how musical knowledge is created and how it may be influenced by factors of race, ethnicity, gender and social class.

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MUSC 125 - History of Jazz

• Critical Listening Skills: Aurally identify the various periods of Jazz History from the 1900s to the present. In addition, to identify periods of jazz by listening to the instrumentation.
• Critical Analysis: Demonstrate the ability to write and think critically about the style and various performance practices of Jazz music.
• Integrated Learning : Demonstrate the impact of historical, cultural and socio-political issues how it impacts the music.
• Ethics/Values: Demonstrate an understanding of the inherent value and role of a particular style even when it differs from personal taste.

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MUSC 131 - American Popular Music

• Aurally identify the various styles of rock music from the 1950’s to the present.

• Demonstrate the ability to write and think critically about the various styles of Rock Music.

• Articulate the impact of cultural and socio-political issues and its impacts on music and the listeners.

• Demonstrate an understanding of the inherent value and role of a particular rock style even when it differs from personal taste.

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MUSC 137 - Class Voice

• Sing individually, in front of others, at least two memorized songs.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of breathing for singing.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of diction for singing.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of how to learn a song.
• Articulate various methods to combat “stage fright”.
• Demonstrate an elementary knowledge of how the voice works.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of “vocal health”.

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MUSC 138 - Class Guitar I

• Develop basic music skills which include basic note reading and rhythm skills in addition to understanding legato and staccato, dynamics, slurs, and ties.
• Develop a basic piano technique which will include playing 5 finger scales, basic chords and cadences.
• Develop basic keyboard skills which includes beginner harmonization of melodies, transposition, and sight-reading.
• Play simple pieces using simple meters with right-hand melodies and left-hand accompaniments.
• Use a basic piano technique which includes correct posture and hand position.

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MUSC 141 - Class Piano

• Develop basic music skills which include basic note reading and rhythm skills in addition to understanding legato and staccato, dynamics, slurs, and ties.
• Develop a basic piano technique which will include playing 5 finger scales, basic chords and cadences.
• Develop basic keyboard skills which includes beginner harmonization of melodies, transposition, and sight-reading.
• Play simple pieces using simple meters with right-hand melodies and left-hand accompaniments.
• Use a basic piano technique which includes correct posture and hand position.

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MUSC 142 - Class Piano

• Execute C, G, F, D, A, E, B, Db, Eb, Gb, Ab, Bb Major scales for one octave.
• Successfully perform four solo pieces and one ensemble piece.
• Successfully harmonize four melodies with left hand chordal accompaniment.
• Successfully execute one octave arpeggios in the keys of C, G, F, D, A, E, B, Db, Eb, Gb, Ab, Bb Major.
• Successfully execute I-IV-V-I chord progressions in the keys of C, G, F, D, A, E, B, Db, Eb, Gb, Ab, Bb Major.

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MUSC 145 - Applied Music Elective

• Demonstrate an initial understanding of how to physically execute a sound on their instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform a few beginning pieces on their instrument or voice.
• Show that they have gained a basic understanding of the beginning rudiments of music: staff, notation, note duration, time signatures, key signatures.
• Organize and plan successful practice sessions.

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MUSC 146 - Applied Music Elective

• Demonstrate an initial understanding of how to physically execute a sound on their instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform a few beginning pieces on their instrument or voice.
• Show that they have gained a basic understanding of the beginning rudiments of music: staff, notation, note duration, time signatures, key signatures.
• Organize and plan successful practice sessions.

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MUSC 147 - Applied Music

• Perform intermediate level repertoire for the respective instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate an intermediate level of technical proficiency in the performance of scales, etudes and other exercises for the respective instrument or voice.
• Perform in a required jury examination with the instructor and jury panel, demonstrating college level excellence in tone, phrasing, rhythm, style, intonation, and musical sensitivity.
• Critically evaluate and reflect upon one’s own performance.

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MUSC 148 - Applied Music

• Exhibit continued progression in intermediate level repertoire for the respective instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate continued progression of intermediate technical proficiency in the performance of scales, etudes and other exercises for the respective instrument or voice.
• Perform in a required jury examination with the instructor and jury panel, demonstrating college level excellence in tone, phrasing, rhythm, style, intonation, and musical sensitivity.
• Critically evaluate and reflect upon one’s own performance.

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MUSC 150 - Applied Music Laboratory

• Demonstrate proper public performance etiquette.
• Recognize the importance of their physical relationship to their instrument.
• Carry out proper and effective rehearsal techniques.
• Analyze and evaluate other students; performances.
• Discuss effective practice techniques.
• Interpret various musical styles more effectively.
• Respond appropriately to performance anxiety.

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MUSC 161 - Series-Small Ensembles

• Accurately follow the conducting pattern of the director, staying synchronized with the ensemble and responding to musical cues effectively.
• Develop proficient sight-reading abilities on their instrument, enhancing fluency in interpreting musical notation.
• Demonstrate musicianship skills encompassing chamber music playing, phrasing, dynamics, articulation, tone, pitch, rhythm, and improvisation.
• Perform publicly with a polished and professional performance.
• Perform works composed and/or arranged for jazz, western, or other music genres with accuracy, fluency, and style (as specified by the specific ensemble subgroup).

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MUSC 163 - College Chorus

• Demonstrate proficient breathing techniques in singing, displaying an understanding of proper breath support and control to enhance vocal performance.
• Demonstrate mastery of correct intonation, rhythm, style, interpretation, and overall musical expression across a diverse range of musical genres.
• Perform with a seamless choral blend, showcasing consistent vowel uniformity within the group.
• Accurately follow the conducting pattern of the director, staying synchronized with the ensemble and responding to musical cues effectively.
• Perform vocal lines in four or more-part singing, sustaining consistent pitch, and phrasing.
• Sing in various foreign languages as required by the repertoire, exhibiting proper pronunciation, and understanding of linguistic nuances.
• Perform publicly with a polished and professional choral performance.

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MUSC 166 - College Orchestra

• Play in an orchestra.
• Demonstrate knowledge of orchestral techniques of playing.
• Follow the score and stay with the conductor and group.
• Audition for orchestras at transfer schools, or local orchestras.
• Demonstrate improved music sight reading skills.
• Demonstrate a concept of the teamwork involved in playing in an ensemble.
• Play excerpts from major works in an audition setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of score marking in rehearsal.
• Identify some of the classical orchestral repertoire.

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MUSC 170 - Chamber Singers

• Sing in a small choral group.
• Demonstrate knowledge of choral singing.
• Apply diction for singing the chosen repertoire: English, Latin, German, Hebrew, Spanish, and French.
• Auditions for Choral groups at transfer schools, or local choral groups.
• Demonstrate improved music sight reading skills.
• Demonstrate a concept of the teamwork involved in singing in a small ensemble.
• Apply the concept of “vocal health”.
• Demonstrate knowledge of score marking in rehearsal.
• Identify some of the classical choral repertoire.

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MUSC 172 - College Band - Wind Ensemble

• Accurately follow the conducting pattern of the director, staying synchronized with the ensemble and responding to musical cues effectively.
• Demonstrate mastery of correct intonation, rhythm, style, interpretation, and overall musical expression across a diverse range of musical genres.
• Demonstrate appropriate techniques associated with ensemble performance, music sight-reading and rhythmic precision, appropriate tone quality, intonation and blend.
• Perform a wide range of literature composed and/or arranged for concert band with accuracy, fluency, and style.
• Perform publicly with a polished and professional performance.

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MUSC 174 - Introduction to Music Technology

• Define MIDI and explain its function in music technology.
• Create or arrange short mulititrack music compositions utilizing industry standard music technology software.
• Shape waveforms of electronic sounds and demonstrate and understanding for the fundamental concepts of sound design.
• Record digital audio and master to portable media.
• Identify electronic instruments and the trends in music technology from ca. 1900 to present.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of music notation, pitch, and rhythm as they relate to music technology applications.
• Demonstrate proficiency in navigating a Microsoft Windows operating system.

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MUSC 178 - Advanced Applications in Music Technology

• Explain the concept of MIDI and describe advanced configurations and scenarios.
• Create or arrange large multitrack music compositions utilizing industry standard sequencing software.
• Explain the concept of sound design and create sounds utilizing wave forms, filters, signal processing, and sampling.
• Record and edit multitrack digital audio and master to portable media.
• Develop musical ideas into whole, convincing works of art and debate concepts of musical form.
• Reproduce/Create medium to large scale music scores utilizing industry standard music notation software.
• Identify various applications of music in multimedia, and complete projects involving multimedia such as, film/video, the internet, and graphic presentations.
• Explain the concept of a well organized streamlined computer based studio, including drive management and file organization.
• Demonstrate proficiency in solving the most common technical problems in music technology.

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MUSC 181 - Musical Recording Techniques

• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of acoustics and sound, especially with regard to music. (acoustics)
• Apply physical facts to real recording situations. (acoustics)
• Address variables in a recording environment. (acoustics)
• Recognize design and variation. (microphones)
• Place and use different microphones to achieve different results. (microphones)
• Utilize different microphones in a variety of situations, especially with regard to musical instruments, vocalists, and ensembles. (microphones)
• Use different current media, such as Analog Tape, DAT, CD and Computer. (medium)
• Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the various mediums, as well as when and how they will be a factor. (medium)
• Assess the format of different media and how it relates to quality. (medium)
• Explain what it is and what its capabilities are. (DAW)
• Record and edit music on a DAW. (DAW)
• Produce a final edit for mixing. (DAW)
• Address issues with regard to caring properly for a workstation (e.g., troubleshooting, software & hardware maintenance, do’s and don’ts, etc.). (DAW)
• Mix sound and get clear results. (mixing)
• Create image and depth. (mixing)
• Balance the hierarchy of sound. (mixing)
• Demonstrate fine-tuned listening skills especially with regard to the subtleties found in music. (mixing)
• Assemble a music project. (mastering)
• Address spacing, levels, overall balance and EQ. (mastering)
• Use compression as an expressive tool. (mastering)
• Choose a final format and explain the choice. (mastering)
• Do computer delivery and CD production. (mastering)
• Demonstrate an understanding of digital, hard-drive music recording applications. (computer software)
• Use computer software to record, edit, and master music. (computer software)
• Interface a variety of software programs, including editing and recording. (computer software)
• Read, understand and troubleshoot computer and software problems for recording, editing and sequencing software through the use of manuals. (computer software)
• Employ the fundamental understanding of music needed to record and produce audio, such as beat, rhythm, form, melody, harmony, meters, timbre and pitch. (muscianship)

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MUSC 184 - Introduction to Music Theory

• Demonstrate proficiency in the basics of modern music notation, and distinguish between traditional and non-traditional practices, as well as new innovations.  

• Identify and write pitches in common clefs and demonstrate proficiency in basic aspects of rhythm.

• Identify and write major and minor scales and key signatures, major, minor, augmented and diminished intervals and triads, and apply basic harmonic analysis.

• Evaluate a written piece of music, applying fundamentals of music theory.  

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MUSC 188 - Performing Arts Production

• Develop specific artistic products (which may include scenery, costuming, lighting, sound, acting, publicity, or stage management) based on direction from the director or artistic team members’ vision.
• Identify and model standards of professional and safe practice in dance, theatre, and music.
• Evaluate performances and technical components of dance, theatre, and music productions in order to make informed aesthetic choices.
• Create or enhance a portfolio of performance or technical work suited to professional goals.
• Employ the specialized vocabulary of dance, theatre, and music as it applies to history and current professional practice.

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MUSC 190 - Music Theory I

• Identify and notate all major and minor scales.
• Identify and notate all diatonic and chromatic intervals.
• Identify and notate the four types of triads: major, minor, augmented, and diminished on all 12 notes of the chromatic scale.
• Identify and notate all types of seventh chords, particularly the 5 most commonly encountered in traditional tonal music.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the phenomenon of tonality, and the hierarchical relationships between pitches and chords.
• Analyze root function in a harmonic progression through the use of Roman numerals.
• Notate and identify the 3 positions of triads, and the 4 positions of seventh chords.
• Demonstrate a beginning understanding of the basics of 4-part SATB writing.

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MUSC 191 - Music Theory II

• Write diatonic harmony fluently in 4 parts in SATB style.
• Resolve seventh chords, particularly dominant seventh chords in the traditional way.
• Recognize the normal succession of chords in the traditional style, and employ this in original harmonic models.
• Identify the form/structure of short musical works.
• Demonstrate a beginning understanding of secondary dominants and their application.
• Distinguish the difference between tonicization and modulation.
• Harmonize and analyze a figured bass line.

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MUSC 194 - Ear Training and Sightsinging I

• Sing diatonic melodies at sight using the solfege system.
• Distinguish diatonic intervals by ear.
• Provide a written dictation of melodies played to him/her.
• Hear, identify, and write out simple and compound rhythms by ear.
• Hear tonal melodies in relation to “do” (i.e. the key’s fixed center pitch).
• Distinguish the four triad types by ear and write them, on all notes, accordingly.

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MUSC 195 - Ear Training and Sightsinging II

• Identify aurally and write out simple, diatonic harmonic progressions (Roman numerals and/or chord symbols sufficing).
• Distinguish triadic inversions and seventh chord inversions.
• Identify and write out rhythmic syncopations.
• Hear chromatically altered scale steps (notably Fi) and write them out accordingly.
• Sing any chromatic interval above or below a given starting pitch.

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MUSC 196 - Jazz Improvisation

• Demonstrate the ability to play the blues scales and modal scales in all keys.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and respond to basic chord changes.
• Demonstrate the ability to create a logical and coherent solo based on the blues, modes and other standard jazz tunes.
• Demonstrate the ability to aural abilities in learning to transcribe music.
• Aurally identify harmonies in major and minor tonalities.

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MUSC 199 - Class Guitar II

• Play diatonic chords in two positions.
• Play chord progressions up and down the neck of the guitar.
• Strum patterns for a variety of styles.
• Use chord substitution for a variety of chord progressions.
• Improvise over tonal centers using forms of the major scale.

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MUSC 215 - Applied Music

• Perform advanced level repertoire for the respective instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate an advanced level of technical proficiency in the performance of scales, etudes and other exercises for the respective instrument or voice.
• Perform in a required jury examination with the instructor and jury panel, demonstrating college level excellence in tone, phrasing, rhythm, style, intonation, and musical sensitivity.
• Critically evaluate and reflect upon one’s own performance.

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MUSC 216 - Applied Music

• Exhibit continued progression in advanced level repertoire for the respective instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate continued progression of advanced technical proficiency in the performance of scales, etudes, and other exercises for the respective instrument or voice.
• Perform in a required jury examination with the instructor and jury panel, demonstrating college level excellence in tone, phrasing, rhythm, style, intonation, and musical sensitivity.
• Critically evaluate and reflect upon one’s own performance.

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MUSC 233 - Music Theory III

• Develop more fluency in the use of secondary dominants and secondary sevenths.
• Identify and construct modulations.
• Expand harmonic vocabulary through the use of chromatically altered chords such as the Neapolitan sixth and the family of augmented sixth chords.
• Apply knowledge of small musical form (phrase/period level) to larger musical forms (movement/piece level).
• Identify and employ secondary non-dominant chords.
• Identify and analyze modally borrowed chords, as well as enharmonically respelled chords.

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MUSC 234 - Music Theory IV

• Identify and notate all ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth chords.
• Recognize non-dominant/non-functional tonal harmony.
• Compose competent counterpoint in 2 and 3 parts.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the workings of inventions, canons, fugues, and other contrapuntal devices/forms.
• Identify and notate harmonic sonorities that lie beyond tertian constructions.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of atonality.
• Create a serial matrix of the 4 primary forms of a twelve-tone row.

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MUSC 237 - Ear Training and Sightsinging III

• Hear two simultaneous and independent parts and write them out accordingly.
• Sing competently, as a group, musical selections containing two and three simultaneous parts.
• Identify, sing, and write out melodies with increased chromaticism and chromatically affected scale steps beyond “Fi”.
• Identify and write out harmonic passages containing secondary dominants and simple common-chord modulations.
• Identify and notate enharmonically respelled intervals as they occur in special contexts.
• Identify, sing (and clap), and write out rhythmic passages in complex meters.

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MUSC 238 - Ear Training and Sightsinging IV

• Sight-read, as a group, musical selections containing 4 or more parts (chorales, for example).
• Hear and write out musical passages containing two and three parts.
• Hear and write out melodic dictations of considerably greater length than in previous courses.
• Hear and write out harmonic passages containing secondary non-dominants, and modulations to distantly related keys.
• Identify, sing, and write out nontonal/atonal melodies.
• Distinguish individual rhythms upon hearing the composite rhythm and texture of a polyphonic selection.

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MUSC 245 - Advanced Applied Music

• Demonstrate further technical proficiency as a 3rd year student on a given instrument or voice.
• Present and perform a comprehensive set of pieces for an instrument or voice.
• Efficiently execute the appropriate scales, arpeggios, etudes, and studies.
• Successfully present a set of pieces for the transfer audition.

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MUSC 246 - Advanced Applied Music

• Demonstrate further technical proficiency as a 3rd year student on a given instrument or voice.
• Present and perform a comprehensive set of pieces for an instrument or voice.
• Efficiently execute the appropriate scales, arpeggios, etudes, and studies.
• Successfully present a set of pieces for the transfer audition.

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MUSC 285 - Music Internship

• Develop new and/or reinforce previously learned skills and knowledge related to his/her program of study in a work environment.
• Test and examine ideas and expectations about working in the music field.
• Gain confidence in the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and make decisions regarding the work involved in the internship.
• Clearly articulate (verbally and in writing) the duties of the job and how they relate to his/her program of study.

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NURS 113 - Fundamentals of Nursing

• Comply with legal and ethical responsibilities related to standards in nursing practice.
• Demonstrate professional behavior.
• Apply basic principles of evidence based practice.
• Apply the nursing process, integrating the 5 dimensions of person, in nursing practice.
• Demonstrate various teaching methodologies in diverse professional practice settings.
• Apply theories of growth and development across the life span to enhance patient care.
• Demonstrate nursing care interventions in diverse practice settings.
• Apply the concepts of cultural diversity and their influence on nursing care.
• Demonstrate the concept of caring and advocacy when providing nursing care.
• Demonstrate various methods of communication utilized in nursing practice.
• Discuss the principles of delegation.
• Apply techniques of conflict resolution in the health care environment.
• Demonstrate the use of technology and informatics in the health care setting.
• Apply the principles of safety when providing nursing care.

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NURS 114 - Professionalism and Communication in Nursing

• Define and examine professional standards in nursing.
• Discuss legal and ethical considerations in nursing practice.
• Distinguish between professional and non-professional behaviors.
• Examine basic principles of evidence based practice.
• Define and describe principles of growth and development when communicating with patients and families.
• Summarize various teaching methodologies in diverse professional practice settings.
• Describe concepts of cultural diversity and their influence on nursing care.
• Discuss the concept of caring and advocacy when providing nursing care.
• Identify various methods of communication utilized in professional practice.
• Identify principles of delegation.
• Summarize the various techniques of conflict resolution in the health care environment.
• Examine the impact of technology and informatics on nursing practice.
• Identify resources that assist the nurse in providing safe care.

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NURS 121 - Basic Health Assessment

• Recognize the importance of health assessment through the application of the Five Dimensions of Man, Maslow’s theory and/or Erikson growth and developmental stages in patient care.
• Utilize professional, collaborative and therapeutic communication skills during the health assessment process.
• Apply the nursing process to each health assessment.
• Discuss the legal and ethical considerations of a health assessment.
• Identify normal versus abnormal assessment findings.
• Demonstrate mastery of documentation and documentation tools.
• Complete a Health History.
• Demonstrate mastery of health assessment techniques.

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NURS 122 - Supplemental Clinical Practicum

• Demonstrate increased proficiency with patient assessments, nursing process, clinical skills, establishing priorities, organization and time management appropriate to his/her placement in the curriculum.

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NURS 125 - Nursing in Health and Illness I

• Distinguish sources of evidence-based practice and its application for clinical practice.
• Demonstrate professional behavior through accountability.
• Apply legal and ethical standards when providing patient care.
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning when implementing the nursing process.
• Demonstrate caring and cultural competency while providing patient centered care.
• Apply the principles of patient advocacy in patient care.
• Demonstrate therapeutic communication techniques.
• Apply the use of technology and informatics to support patient care.
• Apply the standards of patient safety in patient care.

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NURS 126 - Nursing Care of Special Populations I: Geriatric and Psychiatric Nursing

• Access and use current research evidence to promote clinical reasoning for the special care needs of adult and geriatric populations with alterations in biopsychosocial functioning.
• Adhere to the legal/ethical responsibilities of the student nurse when providing care to the geriatric/psychiatric populations.
• Identify legal issues involved in providing care to patients with alterations in mental health in the adult and geriatric populations.
• Correlate performance of nursing techniques with desired physiologic and psychological outcomes.
• Recognize Geriatric syndromes and chronic conditions, including atypical presentations.
• Advocate during acute exacerbations of chronic conditions to prevent further complications.
• Maintain maximum function and independence in the psychiatric, adult and geriatric populations.
• Analyze risk and benefits of care decisions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, patient, family and caregiver.
• Interpret findings and evaluate clinical situations in order to provide high quality nursing care based on current knowledge and best practices to psychiatric and geriatric populations.
• Assess, respond to, and respect the functional status, strengths, wishes, culture and expectations of adult and geriatric populations.
• Apply the principles of therapeutic communication across the life cycle.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary communication for transitioning adult and geriatric populations.
• Use technology to enhance the functioning, independence and safety of psychiatric, adult and geriatric populations.
• Specify the unique nursing responsibilities in administration of medications to psychiatric, adult and geriatric populations.
• Assess and provide nursing care to promote safety based on the biopsychosocial vulnerabilities and care needs of psychiatric, adult and geriatric populations.

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NURS 129 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Nursing

• Apply knowledge of evidence-based practices to enhance understanding of disease processes and other health related conditions.
• Recognize legal and ethical issues pertaining to the medication delivery process in healthcare practice.
• Utilize the nursing process for decision making related to medication delivery in the care of clients with altered health states.
• Demonstrate knowledge of healthcare technological resources available to support understanding of disease processes, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics.
• Discuss pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmotherapeutics of medications within each pharmacological category.

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NURS 130 - Transition to Nursing

Upon successful completion of the NURS 130 course, the students will receive credit for NURS 113 , NURS 114 , NURS 121 , NURS 125 , NURS 126  and NURS 129 . This course is to be completed during the summer session prior to entry into NURS 225  & NURS 226  in the fall semester. Students will be permitted entrance into NURS 130 only one (1) time. If the student is unsuccessful in NURS 130 with a grade lower than 75% = C, the student must apply for entrance into NURS 113 , NURS 114 , and NURS 121 . Consequently, the student will not be eligible for the advanced placement into NURS 225  despite the para-professional healthcare licensure. PREREQUISITE(S): Admission to the nursing program or consent of program coordinator. A grade of C or better in BIOL 212 , BIOL 213 , mathematics foundation, and ENGL 102  /EENGL 103 . Six hours of lecture/ discussion/ blended course / 16 hours laboratory each week for 10 weeks.

7 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Apply legal and ethical standards when providing patient care in the acute care and psychiatric setting.
• Consistently demonstrate caring and cultural competency when providing care in the acute care and psychiatric setting.
• Demonstrate professional behavior through accountability.
• Apply the use of technology, informatics and evidence based practice to patient care.
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning when implementing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Analyze the risk and benefits of care decisions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, patient, family and caregiver.
• Using principles of safety correlate the performance of nursing techniques with desired physiological and psychological outcomes.
• Implement therapeutic communication when caring for patient with alterations in health.
• Apply principles of pathopharmacology when administering medications and providing patient care in the acute care setting.

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NURS 140 - Independent Study in Nursing

• Demonstrate the timely and accurate completion of the competencies as outlined and defined in the independent study contract.
• Discuss the experiences and competencies achieved.
• Identify key concepts from assignments, projects, research or clinical practicum.
• Compare the value of the independent experience to more traditional classroom learning.

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NURS 205 - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice

• Identify models of professional development as they relate to nursing practice.
• Apply concepts of professional and non-professional behavior within clinical nursing practice.
• Consider academic and professional options for advancing clinical nursing practice.
• Integrate legal and ethical concepts into professional nursing practice.
• Incorporate principles of evidence based practice, resource management, and safety into professional nursing practice.
• Examine leadership and health care management principles as they apply to professional nursing practice.

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NURS 225 - Nursing in Health and Illness II

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, safely deliver, and evaluate care that is organized, prioritized, and is evidenced based.
• Consistently demonstrate professionalism through accountability.
• Consistently comply with legal and ethical standards in class, lab, clinical practicum, and when providing patient care (i.e. clinical agency and school policies, HIPAA, OSHA, M.D. Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, etc.).
• Analyze client data and prioritizes deviations from the norm when caring for multiple clients with complex problems.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient status.
• Consistently demonstrate ability to consider assessment data, pathology, age specific, cultural, and psychosocial needs when planning and delivering care.
• Consistently demonstrate patient advocacy.
• Consistently demonstrate respect for others, act as a patient and family advocate, and be respectful of health beliefs and practices of others.
• Demonstrate ability to work well independently, and as a part of the health care team.
• Consistently demonstrate ability to effectively communicate with patients, family, faculty, peers, and the health care team.
• Demonstrate competent use of clinical equipment and information technology in the clinical setting.
• Consistently demonstrate use of safety principles in medication administration and when performing patient care.

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NURS 226 - Nursing Care of Special Populations II: Maternal/Child Nursing

• Discuss how personal values relate to ethical dilemmas in caring for women, infants, children, and families.
• Comply with the legal responsibilities of the student nurse when providing care.
• Comply with professional and evidence based practice standards when providing care to women, infants, children, and families.
• Identify appropriate resources in the management of patient care.
• Utilize logical, critical and creative thinking in the care of women, infants, children, and families.
• Plan and implement health teaching focused on women, infants, children, and families.
• Apply concepts of pharmacology related to the needs of the women, infants, children, and families.
• Apply the nursing process in addressing needs of women, infants, children, and families.
• Consider developmental level when planning and implementing nursing care.
• Provide for patient and family health needs in a caring manner.
• Recognize the influence of cultural beliefs when providing care to women, infants, children, and families.
• Act as an advocate for women, infants, children, and families.
• Demonstrate effective communication in all interactions with patients, significant others, families, groups and members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate appropriate application of principles of delegation.
• Apply available technology and informatics accurately and appropriately when performing care.
• Apply principles of safety when performing all care.
• Follow safety principles across health care settings and developmental levels.

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NURS 240 - Nursing in Health and Illness III

• Utilize evidence based practice when performing skills.
• Formulate nursing care actions based on legal and ethical guidelines in compliance with clinical agency and school policies, the MD nurse practice act, and the ANA code for nurses.
• Apply principles of nursing practice including communication, collaboration, conflict-resolution and delegation in order to facilitate effective patient care outcomes.
• Discriminate patient factors to support decision making when managing care.
• Apply the nursing process as a framework when delivering care to patients with complex health care needs.
• Compare the health care beliefs and practices of diverse patient populations.
• Implement patient centered care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, patient and family.
• Incorporate healthcare technologies in the delivery of care to patients with complex healthcare needs.
• Apply the concepts of pharmacology to safe delivery of care for patients with complex healthcare needs.
• Adapt nursing actions to promote safety for patients and providers of care.

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NUTR 101 - Introduction to Nutrition

• Describe the major classes of nutrients, their functions in the body and consequences of deficiencies or excesses.

• Identify food sources of nutrients and demonstrate how to translate diet planning principles into food choices.

• Use the scientific method in order to identify and interpret credible nutrition research studies.

• Identify several types of experimental designs used in nutrition research and the proper use and interpretation of findings from each type.

• Explain the process used to develop and periodically update dietary recommendations and standards based on newer published scientific findings.

• Identify cultural, social and economic influences and other factors on food choices and eating behaviors.

• Describe interrelationships between diet and diseases in the United States and worldwide.

• Describe the basic anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract and the physical and chemical digestion of foods. Identify conditions altering gastrointestinal tract function.

• Critically analyze and assess the quality of diets using appropriate software, and make recommendations for improvement.

• Evaluate nutrition information from professional and consumer sources for scientific accuracy and reasonableness.

• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic data to research, analyze and translate science concepts into everyday language.

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NUTR 202 - Nutrition Through the Life Cycle

• Describe the physiological basis for nutritional needs of normal, healthy humans as they move through life cycle stages: pre-conception, pregnancy, lactation, infancy, toddler and pre-school, child and preadolescent, adolescent, adult, and elderly.
• Describe the conditions that substantially alter/impact nutrition for each life cycle stage (e.g. food allergy, Celiac Disease, iron deficiency anemia, metabolic syndrome, obesity, eating disorders.)
• Assess the quality of diets for the life cycle stages using a variety of tools, including the use of dietary analysis software.
• Design food plans to meet the needs of humans at various life cycle stages.
• Assess nutrition issues/ conditions, and recommend nutrition intervention/ support.
• Describe federal, state and local programs that support nutrition and nutrition education at various life cycle stages.
• Explain the developmental stages of pregnancy, and identify the critical periods where the fetus is most at risk for nutritional deficiency and environmental toxicity.
• Demonstrate the ability to use CDC growth charts to track growth in infancy and childhood, and to identify problems, such as failure to thrive or obesity.
• Evaluate nutrition products for composition, quality, and appropriateness of use (e.g. infant formulas, supplements and specialty foods).
• Engage in advocacy about a course-relevant topic by researching and writing a Letter of Advocacy.
• Demonstrate the ability to use library and/or web-based data for research, analysis and presentation purposes.
• Demonstrate translation of science concepts into language understandable by the common person.

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NUTR 212 - Food Science and Technology

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of food science and technology.
• Identify the various sectors of the food industry and the agencies and laws that regulate the American food industry.
• Describe fundamental principles of food systems (e.g. solutions, food colloids, and food emulsions).
• Describe water chemistry and functional properties. Consider traditional states of matter (solids, liquids, gases) as well as physiochemical states of matter (crystalline vs. amorphous).
• Identify food additives commonly used in food processing; discuss benefits and risks of their use.
• Describe various categories of foods (e.g. cereals, meat, and vegetable) including their structure, function and nutritional considerations.
• Describe the chemical structure, function and nutritional considerations of food molecules (e.g. amino acids, lipids, starches and vitamins).
• Discuss food flavor, color and texture, and how they are manipulated in food manufacturing.
• Describe the principles of classic food processing (e.g. dehydration, pasteurization, and pH control).
• Describe how advanced food engineering technology (e.g. nanotechnology, irradiation, novel packaging) can be employed to achieve food preservation.
• Compare the benefits and risks (including loss of nutrient value) inherent to various food processing techniques and technologies.
• Identify risks to food safety, including for example: food borne illness, allergens, toxins, microbial contamination and antibiotic resistance.
• Explain how new food products are evaluated, including: sensory evaluation, color and texture, shelf stability and consumer appeal.

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NWIT 101 - Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT)

• Explain the evolution and current status of the Internet of Things (IoT).
• Describe the various applications of the IoT.
• Identify enabling technologies associated with the IoT.
• Propose applications that will advance the IoT.
• Evaluate security and privacy challenges associated with the IoT.

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