2020-2021 Student Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Student Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Medical Assistant

  
  • MED 132 - Medical Records Management

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 2 Lab

    The medical record, in manual or automated form, houses the medical information that describes all aspects of patient care and also serves to protect the legal interests of the patient, health care provider, and health care facility. The medical assistant is responsible for the organization of a records management system for patient files, correspondence, financial records, equipment manuals, and all other necessary business documents. Students will not only examine the purpose and content of various medical records but also learn how to develop an efficient records management system for the filing, retrieval, transferring, protection, retention, storage, and destruction of a variety of patient records in the health care field.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: MED 130
    Co-Requisites: MED 153


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  • MED 135 - Medical Ethics

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec.

    This course will deal with the implications of law and ethics for the Allied Health professions. Topics will cover a wide range of legal and ethical issues that involve medical offices and hospitals. Students will discuss laws, O.S.H.A. rules and regulations, importance of laws for health professionals, public health/duties, consent, medical records, documentation/record keeping, cultural differences/legal aspects and bioethical issues.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: MED 101 and MED 102 (may be met concurrently)


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  • MED 137 - Medical Assistant Externship I

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    The student will have the opportunity to study and observe the functioning of a private practice medical office/hospital office. The student will also participate in the functioning of the office and develop skills in the delivery of appropriate responsibilities. Total of 160 hours of work experience. Students will be required to complete 80 hours in administrative and 80 hours in clinical skills in their externship.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: MED 134, MED 135, MED 160, MED 162, MED 261, MED 262, BIO 213, HED 214, OFT 121, OFT 132 and OFT 153


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  • MED 139 - Medical Office Communications

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec.

    The building of writing skills for medical professions; methods of transmitting messages through written, oral, verbal, and electronic media. Areas of study include writing fundamentals (grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, letter and report formatting); letter writing, memorandum writing; report writing; employment techniques; and communications psychology.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: ENG 101, MED 130


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  • MED 153 - Medical Office Procedures

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    The course includes instruction in the areas generally described as “front office” including: appointment scheduling and patient reception, records management, fees and collections, accounting systems, banking, and health and accident insurance.
    Usually offered Fall semester only
    Pre-Requisites: MED 130 or OFT 121


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  • MED 160 - Basic Patient Care

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec.

    A study of basic patient care, nursing techniques, approaches and intervention for non-nursing students. Topics include safe patient care; hygiene and patient comfort, nutritional needs, vital signs, positioning and observation of the patient, special techniques and medical records.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Co-Requisites: MED 261L


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  • MED 162 - Basic Patient Care II

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 2 Lab

    Patient care clinical techniques are reinforced from MED 160 and MED 261, Part I. A continuation of MED 261L, Basic Patient Care I Laboratory, that includes preparing for and assisting in minor office surgeries, handling of medical office emergencies, assisting with laboratory/other medical office emergencies, assisting with laboratory/other diagnostic assessment, EKGs, Radiography, and dealing with other ancillary allied health fields. Performance evaluations of all procedures must be successfully completed to pass this course.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: MED 160 and MED 261L
    Co-Requisites: MED 262L


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  • MED 210 - Introduction to Medical Informatics

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec., 3 Lab

    Introduction to Medical Informatics provides an overview of the healthcare informatics field, combining perspectives in medicine, computer usage and the sciences. The course covers the organization of medical information, the effective management of electronic information and its impact on medicine and medical research. Practical applications will be discussed and utilized based on case histories.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: MED 101, MED 102, MED 130, MED 134, MED 135, MED 160, MED 261L, BIO 213 E/L, BIO 214 E/L


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  • MED 230 - Medical Coding, Billing and Insurance

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec., 3 Lab

    In this course the student will learn to enter data into the computer and perform computerized account management duties. Students will use a medical practice management software program to schedule patient appointments, create superbills, post patient charges and payments, produce patient ledgers, complete insurance claim forms, prepare daily deposit slips, age accounts receivable, and compile a variety of reports. Students will be introduced to coding using ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding books. Students will learn how to use numerical designations in place of the usual medical terminology to describe diseases of a patient and medical services and procedures provided by the physician.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: MED 130, MED 134, BIO 117 or BIO 213 or permission of instructor


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  • MED 261L - Basic Patient Care I Lab

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    A study of patient preparation, positioning, draping, taking and recording vital signs, assisting the physician with the examination, instruments and suture care, and care of the examining room and equipment before and after patient care.
    Restricted to Medical Assisting Students
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Co-Requisites: MED 160


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Music

  
  • MUA 101 - 122 - Applied Music Instruction I

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of voice and/or the following instrument: piano, classical guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, oboe, English horn, bassoon, French horn, trombone, tuba, organ, harpsichord, and percussion.  Credit is granted with satisfactory performance at one jury examination at the conclusion of the semester, and, for music majors, at a minimum of one departmental recital.  Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. All students begin at level I of voice or instrument. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: Music major or permission of instructor


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  • MUA 151 - 172 - Applied Music Instruction II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of voice and/or the following instrument: piano, classical guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, oboe, English horn, bassoon, French horn, trombone, tuba, organ, harpsichord, and percussion.  Credit is granted with satisfactory performance at one jury examination at the conclusion of the semester, and, for music majors, at a minimum of one departmental recital.  Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. All students begin at level I of voice or instrument. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: Music major or permission of instructor


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  • MUA 201 - 222 - Applied Music Instruction III

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of voice and/or the following instrument: piano, classical guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, oboe, English horn, bassoon, French horn, trombone, tuba, organ, harpsichord, and percussion.  Credit is granted with satisfactory performance at one jury examination at the conclusion of the semester, and, for music majors, at a minimum of one departmental recital.  Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. All students begin at level I of voice or instrument. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: Music major or permission of instructor


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  • MUA 247 - Music Performance I

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 6

    Credit will be granted for individual study of voice and/or the following instrument: piano, classical guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, oboe, English horn, bassoon, French horn, trombone, tuba, organ, harpsichord, and percussion.  Credit is granted with satisfactory performance at one jury examination at the conclusion of the semester, and, for music majors, at a minimum of one departmental recital. Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of the Instructor
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUA 248 - Applied Instruction - Conducting I

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of choral or instrumental conducting.  Credit is granted with satisfactory study and culminating conducting project (usually conducting 1 work in an ensemble of choice). Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of the Instructor
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 102 or MUS 171 or MUS 181
    Co-Requisites: Registration in any music ensemble (MUS 113, MUS 114, MUS 134, MUS 135, MUS 138, MUS 139, MUS 146, MUS 147, MUS 159, MUS 160, MUS 215, MUS 216, MUS 236, MUS 237, MUS 240, MUS 241, MUS 248, MUS 249, MUS 261 or MUS 262)


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  • MUA 249 - Composition I

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of composition. Credit is granted with satisfactory completion of an original composition evaluated by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from the students’ individual entry skill levels. Composition teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching composition at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 102 or equivalent (MUS 171) or permission of music coordinator


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  • MUA 251 - 271 - Applied Music Instruction IV

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of voice and/or the following instrument: piano, classical guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, oboe, English horn, bassoon, French horn, trombone, tuba, organ, harpsichord, and percussion.  Credit is granted with satisfactory performance at one jury examination at the conclusion of the semester, and, for music majors, at a minimum of one departmental recital.  Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. All students begin at level I of voice or instrument. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: Music major or permission of instructor


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  • MUA 297 - Music Performance II

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 6

    Credit will be granted for individual study of voice and/or the following instrument: piano, classical guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, oboe, English horn, bassoon, French horn, trombone, tuba, organ, harpsichord, and percussion.  Credit is granted with satisfactory performance at one jury examination at the conclusion of the semester, and, for music majors, at a minimum of one departmental recital. Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Instructor
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUA 247


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  • MUA 298 - Applied Instruction - Conducting II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of choral or instrumental conducting.  Credit is granted with satisfactory study and culminating conducting project (usually conducting 1 work in an ensemble of choice). Students will be assessed by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from their individual entry skill levels. Teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching voice or their instrument at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Instructor
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUA 248
    Co-Requisites: Registration in any music ensemble (MUS 113, MUS 114, MUS 134, MUS 135, MUS 138, MUS 139, MUS 146, MUS 147, MUS 159, MUS 160, MUS 215, MUS 216, MUS 236, MUS 237, MUS 240, MUS 241, MUS 248, MUS 249, MUS 261 or MUS 262)


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  • MUA 299 - Composition II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab.

    Credit will be granted for individual study of composition. Credit is granted with satisfactory completion of an original composition evaluated by Music Department faculty, based upon improvement from the students’ individual entry skill levels. Composition teachers are assigned from those recognized by the department as capable of teaching composition at an academic college level. Fees for the private lessons are set and collected by the private teacher.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUA 102 or equivalent (MUS 171) and MUA 249


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  • MUS 100 - Exploring the Arts

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course is intended to be an introductory, interdisciplinary exposure to the visual, verbal, and performing arts. The basic elements of many art forms will be investigated, as well as concepts each form has in common with the other. Distinctive characteristics of music, painting, sculpture, architecture, theatre, dance and photography will serve as focal points. The course is also available as ART 100 and THA 100.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042 and ENG 099
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) and for Western Civilization (WC). This course appears in more than one category and can be used to satisfy at most two requirements.


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  • MUS 101 - Music Appreciation

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course is a general introduction to musical styles and forms.  Material is discussed in terms of the nature and aesthetics of music, the elements of music, musical instruments, and performing ensembles as it relates to the human experience from around the world. The ability to read musical notation is not necessary. The course is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience. It presumes no prior music training.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 102 - Foundations of Music Theory

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This is an introductory course that presents the basics of musical notation. Topics covered include melodic and rhythmic notation, clefs, scales, key signatures, principles of rhythm, and chord symbols. The ability to read music notation is the course content. The course is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 103 - Beginning Voice Class

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab

    An introduction to solo singing for the beginner. The course will focus on the techniques of achieving and maintaining vocal health, posture, breath control, support, projection, diction and expanding the vocal range. Also included are basic musicianship skills and music appreciation.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 112 - Guitar Class

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab

    This course is an introduction to the techniques of basic electrical and acoustic guitar playing for guitar and bass with emphasis on popular music styles to include:  Jazz, folk and blues styles. Reading notation and the exploration of basic and complex chord structure will be covered. Students must provide their own instruments. This course is open to music majors and non-music majors.  
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 115 - Music: Introduction and History through Classical Era

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This survey course emphasizes the study of musical styles, forms and composers from the Middle Ages (ca. 600) through the Classical (ca.1800). Acquisition of musical vocabulary through reading, writing and listening will be emphasized. It is helpful for students to read musical notation, but not a necessity. This is a web-based course intended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience.
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 116 - Music: Romantic & 20th Century

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course focuses on the study of musical styles, forms, and composers from the Romantic (1825) through the 21st century.  Acquisition of musical vocabulary through reading, listening, and writing will be emphasized. It is helpful for students to read musical notation, but not a necessity.  
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042, ENG 099, or waiver through testing
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 117 - Music History & Repertoire I

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course will explore the elements of music as they relate to musical styles, forms and composers from Ancient Greece, the Middle Ages through the Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical eras. Major historical events will be covered as they relate to and impact music of each period. Composers’ repertoire will be studied in depth. The ability to read music is helpful. The course is required of music majors and recommended for non-majors with music experience.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) and Western Civilization (WC)


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  • MUS 118 - Music History & Repertoire II

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course will explore the elements of music as they relate to musical styles, forms and composers from the Romantic, Impressionistic and Twentieth Century eras. Major historical events will be covered as they relate to and impact music of each period. Composers’ repertoire will be studied in depth. The ability to read music is helpful. The course is required of music majors and recommended for non-majors with music experience.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) and Western Civilization (WC)


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  • MUS 130 - Urban Music: BeBop to Hip-Hop

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course is designed to explore urban music 1950 through the present day. It will introduce significant musical artists that influence the social and political values of the urban community in the United States. It will examine the musical metamorphoses that led to musical forms such as BeBop, Gospel, Reggae, Funk, Rap, Hip Hop, and others. Individual contributors will be discussed along with musical groups identified with the values and politics of their respective generations. The ability to read music notation is not a necessity. It is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience. It can serve as a music elective for music majors.
    Usually offered every other semester
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 133 - American Popular Music

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course is a survey of American popular music from its roots to the present day. It will trace the acculturation process to the creation of Jazz and Rock n’ Roll to present day popular music forms. It investigates American music as it relates to cultural and social as well as discussing music in terms of structure and artistic value. The ability to read music notation is not a necessity. The course is required of music majors and recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience. 
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 134 - Jazz Combo I

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course gives students the opportunity to learn techniques, vocabulary, and repertoire of playing in a jazz combo. Arranging tunes, improvisation, group interplay and dynamics, song form, trading fours, and tone production will be covered. Entering students must have playing experience, be able to play two octave major scales, and have basic reading ability. The Jazz Combo is open to the non-majors as well as music majors. Students must provide their own instruments. 
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 135 - Jazz Combo II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of Jazz Combo I. It gives students the opportunity to learn techniques, vocabulary, and repertoire of playing in a jazz combo. Arranging tunes, improvisation, group interplay and dynamics, song form, trading fours, and tone production will be covered. The Jazz Combo is open to the non-majors as well as music majors. Students must provide their own instruments.  
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 134
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 137 - Music for Film

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course provides a chronological overview of music’s role in film. It introduces the basic elements of music and narrative film to help beginners appreciate the combined artistic effects of the two forms. It focuses on film’s most significant works. It looks at film’s history in relation to trends in other artistic mediums, such as the development of rock and roll, and in the context of world and national events. 
    Usually offered every other semester
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 139 - All College Choir II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of MUS 138: All College Choir I. A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 138
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 140 - Piano Musicianship

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lab.

    Class instruction for beginning keyboard music majors designed to teach the concepts and fundamentals needed to perform at the piano. Content is focused on improving keyboard skills through sight-reading, scales, arpeggiations, harmonizations, accompanying, and improvising. Proper piano technique, and posture will be addressed as well as appropriate literature for successful placement into a baccalaureate music program.


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  • MUS 146 - Rock Band I

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project. Student must own their instrument.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: Student must own their instrument and have at least six months playing experience


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  • MUS 147 - Rock Band II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    A continuation of Rock Band I (MUS 146). Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 146


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  • MUS 150 - Introduction to Sound

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 4 Lab

    This is a lecture-demonstration-laboratory-performance and operation course.  The content areas include responsibility of an audio engineer, principles of sound, equipment, all aspects of audio production from pre-production through post-production.  The practical experience would be provided through participation in one or more of the productions presented in the theatre spaces (not limited to theatre productions) and any other available relevant audio related productions that may happen throughout the semester. (Also available as THA 150).
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 159 - Experimental Music Lab I

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    The primary goal of this course is to provide an ensemble for the composition and collaborative performance of electronic music.  The course will offer students the opportunity to act as researchers, composers, performers, and software developers, with focused attention on what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. Experience with programming languages is not required but will be beneficial. Students must provide their own laptops. The course is designed for the Music and Audio Recording Production major but is open to all majors.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 160 - Experimental Music Lab II

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of MUS 159: Experimental Music Lab I. The primary goal of this course is to provide an ensemble for the composition and collaborative performance of electronic music. The course will offer students the opportunity to act as researchers, composers, performers, and software developers, with focused attention on what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. Experience with programming languages is not required but will be beneficial. Students must provide their own laptops. The course is designed for the Music and Audio Recording Production major but is open to all majors.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 171 - Written Theory I

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.


     

    This course is an introduction to tonal harmony, including elements of pitch, rhythm, triads, voice leading, harmonic progression, form and analysis.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Department Coordinator
    Usually offered Fall semester
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 172 - Written Theory II

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course is a continuation of MUS 171: Written Theory I. The course will focus on additional aspects of tonal harmony: harmonic progression including cadences, diatonic seventh chords, modulations, non-chord tones, period form and an introduction to chromaticism through style analysis.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Department Coordinator
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 171
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 173 - Music Notation with Sibelius

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course is a hands-on introduction to Sibelius Music Notation Software. Students will receive instruction on computer and Sibelius basics, including score creation, copying and editing, MIDI transcription, advanced playback features, and part preparation. Emphasis will be on learning keyboard shortcuts and defining personal house styles to improve the look and function of the students’ scores, as well as the speed at which they create them. A basic understanding of musicianship, computers, and musical notation is needed. Recommended for Audio Recording Production and Music majors. 
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semester
    Co-Requisites: MUS 102 or with permission from the Music Coordinator


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  • MUS 181 - Aural and Keyboard Skills I

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course emphasizes the integration of skills students need in order to understand and recall common musical patterns. The development of aural skills in melodic & harmonic dictation, sight-singing, musicianship, and piano keyboard skills is the focus of this course.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Department Coordinator
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Co-Requisites: MUS 171


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  • MUS 182 - Aural and Keyboard Skills II

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course continues MUS 181: Aural and Keyboards Skills I. It is designed to improve and build upon melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation; sight-singing; musicianship; and piano keyboard skills. The course is required of music majors, and recommended for non-majors who have had previous music theory experience.
    Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Department Coordinator
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 181
    Co-Requisites: MUS 172


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  • MUS 190 - Critical Listening and Acoustics

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    A lecture-demonstration course, Critical Listening and Acoustics will introduce the student to all the elements that make up a successful recording. From initial considerations of the recording environment, through differences in instrument types and microphone types, to various techniques for recording directly versus acoustical pick-up of the sound source, the student will gain knowledge of current techniques and practices and understand what the cause and effect relationships are. Through evaluating current master recordings, ear-training drills, and first-hand experience of various acoustical environments the student will learn how to identify critical elements of sound, effects, and balance in recordings.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 191 - Electronic Music and MIDI

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 4 Lab

    A lecture-demonstration-laboratory-performance operation course. The content areas include equipment, all aspects of MIDI Production from pre-production through post-production. Practical experience will be provided through participation in hands on MIDI production recordings and projects.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 192 - Audition Preparation

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab.

    Music majors preparing for transfer are faced with the daunting task of preparing an audition. This course will investigate the issues of performance and will focus on audition material and presentation skills for successful placement into academic or professional venues. Students will refine repertoire appropriate for their instrument and use recordings, video, and reflection to make improvements to their repertoire. This course is designed to teach auditioning skills for those students auditioning for music or musical theatre departments at four-year universities.
    Usually offered Fall semester


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  • MUS 197 - History of Rock Music and Culture

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 lec.

    This course is a survey of the history of rock music and culture from its origins in the rhythm & blues and country/western music traditions of the early 20th century through its many subgenres to the present. Special attention will be given to the production and consumption of rock music within historical, cultural and technological contexts. The course will reveal how rock music as an art form is situated at the nexus of popular culture and the commercial marketplace. It is unnecessary for students to be able to play, compose or read music for this course.
    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042, ENG 099 or waiver through testing


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  • MUS 236 - Jazz Combo III

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of Jazz Combo II. It gives students the opportunity to learn techniques, vocabulary, and repertoire of playing in a jazz combo. Arranging tunes, improvisation, group interplay and dynamics, song form, trading fours, and tone production will be covered. The Jazz Combo is open to the non-majors as well as music majors. Students must provide their own instruments. 
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 135
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 237 - Jazz Combo IV

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of Jazz Combo III. It gives students the opportunity to learn the techniques, vocabulary, and repertoire of playing in a chamber jazz. Arranging tunes, improvisation, group interplay and dynamics, song form, trading fours, and tone production will be covered. Entering students must have playing experience on their instrument, and be able to play two octave major scales, and have at least a basic reading ability. The Jazz Combo is open to the non-majors as well as music majors. Students must provide their own instruments. 
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 236
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 240 - All College Choir III

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of MUS 139: All College Choir II. A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 139
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 241 - All College Choir IV

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of MUS 240: All College Choir III. A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 240
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR)


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  • MUS 242 - Conducting

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 2 Lab

    The objective of this course is to introduce the student to the basics of conducting proficiency, terminology, and score study. Conducting technique, posture, preparatory gestures, the ictus, eye contact, meters, releases, fermatas, styles, dynamics, hand autonomy, cues, entrances, baton technique, repertoire, and rehearsal procedure will be explored. Students will have opportunity to conduct in class, rehearsal, and/or performance venues as well as to attend local performances.
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 171 or permission of instructor


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  • MUS 248 - Rock Band III

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    A continuation of Rock Band II (MUS147). Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 147


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  • MUS 249 - Rock Band IV

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    A continuation of Rock Band III (MUS 248). Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters
    Pre-Requisites: MUS 248


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  • MUS 261 - Experimental Music Lab III

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of MUS 160: Experimental Music Lab II. The primary goal of this course is to provide an ensemble for the composition and collaborative performance of electronic music.  The course will offer students the opportunity to act as researchers, composers, performers, and software developers, with focused attention on what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. Experience with programming languages is not required but will be beneficial. Students must provide their own laptops. The course is designed for the Music and Audio Recording Production major but is open to all majors.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 262 - Experimental Music Lab IV

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab

    This course is a continuation of MUS 261: Experimental Music Lab III. The primary goal of this course is to provide an ensemble for the composition and collaborative performance of electronic music. The course will offer students the opportunity to act as researchers, composers, performers, and software developers, with focused attention on what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. Experience with programming languages is not required but will be beneficial. Students must provide their own laptops. The course is designed for the Music and Audio Recording Production major but is open to all majors.
    Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters


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  • MUS 271 - Research in Music

    3 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    This course introduces the music major or highly interested lay person to the concepts of research and writing in music, music education, and/or music therapy, as a professional in the field. Students will select a particular topic of interest and complete a semester-long investigation of the topic. Students will produce three major documents by completion: a research bibliography, a career-oriented research paper, and a topical research-based paper. The link between research and the professional music career will be stressed as knowledge informs practice.
    Pre-Requisites: ENG 101
    Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: MUS 117 or MUS 118


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Nursing

  
  • NUR 100 - Practical Nursing I

    8 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    NUR 100, Practical Nursing I, focuses on the fundamentals of nursing, introducing principles of nursing practice and knowledge, while identifying basic patient-centered care for individuals across the life span. The student identifies the conditions in which individuals develop as bio-psycho-social-cultural beings and begins to use communication in therapeutic environments. The Nursing Process, a problem solving approach, with a focus on data gathering is utilized at a beginning level, to identify and meet needs necessary to maintain an optimal level of health. Psychomotor skills are developed, practiced and assessed for competency through the use of college and clinical laboratory. Scientific principles, Nursing Process and psychomotor skills are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application in the clinical laboratory, with a concentration on care of older adults.
    Restricted to Practical Nursing Students
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of College Placement Tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 100C, NUR 100L


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  • NUR 100C - Practical Nursing I Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 6 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 100.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of the College Placement Tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 100, NUR 100L


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  • NUR 100L - Practical Nursing I Lab

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab

    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 100.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of College Placement Tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 100, NUR 100C


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  • NUR 101 - Practical Nursing II

    8 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    NUR 101 - Practical Nursing II, focuses on developing competent nursing practice while identifying interruptions that affect the ability of individuals at various ages to meet their basic needs. Students deliver patient-centered care with emphasis on prioritization, planning, implementation, and health teaching to assist individuals and families with self-care to achieve an optimal level of health within the practical nurse scope of practice. Clinical concentration focuses primarily on individuals during the maternity and perioperative experience. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the College, Clinical Laboratory, and Simulation Lab. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. Student participation in a variety of acute and community health settings provides an overview of the health care delivery system.
    Restricted to Practical Nursing Students
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 100, NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 101C, NUR 101L


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  • NUR 101C - Practical Nursing II Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 6 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 101.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 100, NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 101, NUR 101L


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  • NUR 101L - Practical Nursing II Lab

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab

    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 101.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 100, NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 101, NUR 101C


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  • NUR 105 - Medication Simulation

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec.

    This course will provide the student with the opportunity to accurately calculate medication dosage utilizing the label factor method. Medications in simulated clinical situations will be incorporated giving the student experience with the label factor method in a practical setting.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of all college placement tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 111


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  • NUR 111 - Nursing I

    8 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    Nursing I, focuses on the fundamentals of nursing, introducing principles of nursing practice and knowledge, while identifying basic patient-centered care for individuals across the life span. The student identifies the conditions in which individuals develop as bio-psycho-social-cultural beings and begins to use communication in therapeutic environments. The Nursing Process, a problem solving approach, with a focus on assessment is utilized at a beginning level, to identify and meet needs necessary to maintain an optimal level of health. Psychomotor skills are developed, practiced and assessed for competency through the use of the college and clinical laboratory. Scientific principles, Nursing Process and psychomotor skills are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application in the clinical laboratory, with a concentration on care of older adults.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of all college placement tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 111C, NUR 111L


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  • NUR 111C - Nursing I Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 6 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 111.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of the college placement tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 111, NUR 111L


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  • NUR 111L - Nursing I Lab

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab

    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 111.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of college placement tests
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 111, NUR 111C


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  • NUR 112 - Nursing II

    8 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    NUR 112, Nursing II, focuses on developing competent nursing practice while identifying interruptions that affect the ability of individuals at various ages to meet their basic needs. Students deliver patient-centered care with emphasis on prioritization, planning, implementation, and health teaching to assist individuals and families with self-care to achieve an optimal level of health. Clinical concentration focuses primarily on individuals during the maternity and perioperative experience. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the College, Clinical Laboratory, and Simulation Lab. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. Student participation in a variety of acute and community health settings provides an overview of the health care delivery system.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 213 E/L, NUR 111, NUR 105, PSY 110
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 214 E/L, PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 112C, NUR 112L


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  • NUR 112C - Nursing II Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 6 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 112.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 111, NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 112, NUR 112L


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  • NUR 112L - Nursing II Lab

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab

    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 112.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 111, NUR 105, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PSY 110
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 112, NUR 112C


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  • NUR 113 - Practical Nursing III

    6 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    Practical Nursing III is a study of needs and related nursing care of individuals in various age groups experiencing interruptions in their ability to meet needs for oxygen, rest, activity, safety and security. Included is a component specific to the special needs of children. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are utilized to develop a framework of care. Experience in clinical, college and simulation laboratory provide an opportunity for the application of knowledge and psychomotor skills.
    Restricted to Practical Nursing Credit Hour Students
    Usually offered Summer Session 1
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 112, BIO 214, PSY 210.
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 113C, NUR 113L


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  • NUR 113C - Practical Nursing III Clinical

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 7.5 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 113.
    Usually offered Summer 1 semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 112, BIO 214, PSY 210.
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 113, NUR 113L


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  • NUR 113L - Practical Nursing III

    0 Cr.
    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 113.
    Usually offered Summer 1 semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 112, BIO 214, PSY 210.
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 113, NUR 113C


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  • NUR 114 - Practical Nursing IV

    6 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec.

    Practical Nursing IV is a continuation of Practical Nursing III. It is a study of needs and related nursing care of individuals experiencing interruptions in their ability to meet the need for nutrition, sexuality, elimination, and protective mechanisms. Included is a component specific to higher level needs. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are utilized to develop a framework of care. Experiences in clinical provide an opportunity for the application of knowledge and psychomotor skills.
    Restricted to Practical Nursing Credit Hour Students
    Usually offered in Summer Session 2
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 113
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 114C


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  • NUR 114C - Practical Nursing IV

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 7.5 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 114.
    Usually offered Summer II semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 113
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 114


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  • NUR 130 - Nursing Clinical Practicum

    2 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 0.5 Lec., 2.5 Lab

    An intensive one week elective that provides reality-oriented nursing practice based upon knowledge and skills accrued by nursing students during previous semesters. This elective course is intended to permit the nursing students the curricular freedom to identify their own unique and personal learning needs and provide experiences to meet these needs under the guidance of a clinical nursing instructor in an acute care hospital setting. This course offers the student the unique exposure to a full day’s shift of clinical experience for a week’s time; thereby allowing for continuity and intensity of clinical learning not provided in other nursing clinical laboratory courses.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Summer session
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 112


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  • NUR 132 - College Success: Nursing

    1 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec.

    The student’s success in college is increased by assisting the student in obtaining the knowledge and skills necessary to reach his/her educational objectives. The following topics will be addressed as they relate to student success within the Nursing curriculum: Orientation to College and the Nursing Curriculum; Time Management; Study Skills; Library/Research Skills for the Nursing Major; Communication/Verbal and Non-Verbal in the Nursing Major; Careers in Nursing; and Stress Management.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Fall semester


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  • NUR 211CX - Nursing III Clinical

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 12 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 211X.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, NUR 112, PSY 210
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211X, NUR 211LX


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  • NUR 211CY - Nursing III Clinical

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 12 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 211Y.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210, NUR 112
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211Y, NUR 211LY


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  • NUR 211CZ - Nursing III Clinical

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 12 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 211Z.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210, NUR 112
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211Z, NUR 211LZ


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  • NUR 211LX - Nursing III Lab

    0 Cr.
    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 211X.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210, NUR 112
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211X, NUR 211CX


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  • NUR 211LY - Nursing III Lab

    0 Cr.
    Co-requisite skills lab for NUR 211Y.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210, NUR 112
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211Y, NUR 211CY


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  • NUR 211LZ - Nursing III Lab

    0 Cr.
    Co-requsite skills lab for NUR 211Z.
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, PSY 210, NUR 112
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250. Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211Z, NUR 211CZ


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  • NUR 211X - Nursing III

    10 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    NUR 211, Nursing III focuses on patient-centered, holistic nursing care for various age groups when common recurring interruptions occur in ability to meet need for oxygen, fluid and electrolyte balance, rest and activity (orthopedic), and safety and security (neurological). Included is a component specific to the special needs of children. The student develops a comprehensive plan of care using the nursing process, with increasing prioritization of needs, interventions and promotion of health through teaching individuals and families. Students participate in a variety of acute and community health settings, which illustrate diversity in the health care environment. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the College, Clinical Laboratory, and Simulation Lab. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. A variety of clinical experiences in acute, pediatric and community-based agencies provide for correlation of theory and practice.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, NUR 112, PSY 210
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, ENG 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211LX, NUR 211CX


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  • NUR 211Y - Nursing III

    10 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    NUR 211, Nursing III focuses on patient-centered, holistic nursing care for various age groups when common recurring interruptions occur in ability to meet need for oxygen, fluid and electrolyte balance, rest and activity (orthopedic), and safety and security (neurological). Included is a component specific to the special needs of children. The student develops a comprehensive plan of care using the nursing process, with increasing prioritization of needs, interventions and promotion of health through teaching individuals and families. Students participate in a variety of acute and community health settings, which illustrate diversity in the health care environment. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the College, Clinical Laboratory, and Simulation Lab. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. A variety of clinical experiences in acute, pediatric and community-based agencies provide for correlation of theory and practice.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, NUR 112, PSY 210
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, ENG 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211LY, NUR 211CY


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  • NUR 211Z - Nursing III

    10 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    NUR 211, Nursing III focuses on patient-centered, holistic nursing care for various age groups when common recurring interruptions occur in ability to meet need for oxygen, fluid and electrolyte balance, rest and activity (orthopedic), and safety and security (neurological). Included is a component specific to the special needs of children. The student develops a comprehensive plan of care using the nursing process, with increasing prioritization of needs, interventions and promotion of health through teaching individuals and families. Students participate in a variety of acute and community health settings, which illustrate diversity in the health care environment. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the College, Clinical Laboratory, and Simulation Lab. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. A variety of clinical  experiences in acute, pediatric and community based agencies provide for correlation of theory and practice.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Offered Fall semester
    Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, NUR 112, PSY 210
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: BIO 221, BIO 221L, ENG 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 211LZ, NUR 211CZ


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  • NUR 212CX - Nursing IV Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 12 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 212X.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 211, NUR 211C, NUR 211L, BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: ENG 101, NUR 213 and SOC 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 212X, NUR 212LX


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  • NUR 212CY - Nursing IV Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 12 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 212Y.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 211, BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that my have prior completion: ENG 101, NUR 213 and SOC 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 212Y, NUR 212LY


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  • NUR 212CZ - Nursing IV Clinic

    0 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 12 Lab

    Co-requisite clinical laboratory for NUR 212Z.
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 211, BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that my have prior completion: ENG 101, NUR 213 and SOC 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 212Z, NUR 212LZ


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  • NUR 212X - Nursing IV

    10 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    Nursing IV is a continuation of Nursing III. Emphasis is placed on advanced concepts of medical-surgical nursing and prioritization of patient-centered nursing care in various age groups. Content and clinical experiences focus on individuals with interruptions related to protective mechanisms (cancer), sexuality, nutrition, elimination and higher level needs (behavioral health). Students participate in a variety of acute and community health settings which illustrate the diverse nature of health care and the health care environment. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the college, clinical, and simulation laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. A leadership/delegation experience provides an opportunity for integration of prior learning, inter-professional collaboration and organization of priority needs in multi-patient assignments. Students are challenged to apply evidence-based principles to planning care and experiences to demonstrate a spirit of inquiry and professional growth.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 211, BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: ENG 101, NUR 213, and SOC 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 212LX, NUR 212CX
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Basic Communication (BC)


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  • NUR 212Y - Nursing IV

    10 Cr.
    Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

    Nursing IV is a continuation of Nursing III. Emphasis is placed on advanced concepts of medical-surgical nursing and prioritization of patient-centered nursing care in various  age groups. Content and clinical experiences focus on individuals with interruptions related to protective mechanisms (cancer), sexuality, nutrition, elimination and higher level needs (behavioral health). Students participate in a variety of acute and community health settings which illustrate the diverse nature of health care and the health care environment. Psychomotor skills are developed and assessed for competency through the use of the college, clinical, and simulation laboratory. The Simulation Lab is used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. A leadership/delegation experience provides an opportunity for integration of prior learning, inter-professional collaboration and organization of priority needs in multi-patient assignments. Students are challenged to apply evidence-based principles to planning care and experiences to demonstrate a spirit of inquiry and professional growth.
    Restricted to Nursing Students
    Usually offered Spring semester
    Pre-Requisites: NUR 211, BIO 221, BIO 221L, PHA 250
    Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: ENG 101, NUR 213 and SOC 101. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
    Co-Requisites: NUR 212LY, NUR 212CY
    General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Basic Communication (BC)


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