May 19, 2024  
2022 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2022 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

  
  • MUSC 104 - Sightsinging and Ear Training


    (2)

    Continuation of aural skills of music including scales, intervals, primary and secondary triads, non-harmonic tones, melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation on the upper-elementary level.
  
  • MUSC 131 - Music Appreciation


    (3)

    An introduction to music through a rudimentary understanding of the principles of form and the elements of music. Various styles and types of vocal and instrumental works are studied. Historical and cultural backgrounds are included to show their influence on musical development from Gregorian Chant to the present.
  
  • MUSC 132 - Music Literature I


    (1)

    A study of basic vocabulary, forms, periods, and styles of Music. An introduction to music literature for freshman music majors.
  
  • MUSC 133 - Music Literature II


    (1)

    A study of basic vocabulary, forms, periods, and styles of Music. An introduction to music literature for freshman music majors.
  
  • MUSC 150 - Introduction to the Music Business


    (3)

    The Introduction to the Music Business course allows students to explore interdisciplinary career options in music that extend beyond teaching, performing, and composition. Fall Term, All Years
  
  • MUSC 161 - Class Piano Elementary


    (1)

    Class instruction in piano, elementary level.
  
  • MUSC 162 - Class Piano Elementary


    (1)

    Class instruction in piano, elementary level.
  
  • MUSC 163 - Class Voice: Traditional Techniques


    (1)

    Vocal  instruction in traditional vocal techniques, basic musical notation, International Phonetic alphabet, classical vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • MUSC 164 - Musical Theatre Techniques


    (1)

    Vocal instruction in musical theatre vocal techniques. Differentiation between legit and belting. Maintaining vocal health, audition techniques, appropriate repertoire for each voice/character type, basic musical notation, Prerequisite(s): MUSC 163  
  
  • MUSC 201 - Advanced Tonality


    (2)

    A continuation of MUSC 103 . Included in this study are seventh chords, altered chords, modulation, chromatic harmony, and the keyboard application of the principles studied.
  
  • MUSC 202 - Advanced Sightsinging and Ear Training


    (2)

    A continuation of MUSC 104 . Advanced sight singing and ear training.
  
  • MUSC 203 - Advanced Tonality


    (2)

    A continuation of MUSC 103 . Included in this study are seventh chords, altered chords, modulation, chromatic harmony, and the keyboard application of the principles studied.
  
  • MUSC 204 - Advanced Sightsinging and Ear Training


    (2)

    A continuation of MUSC 104 . Advanced sight singing and ear training.
  
  • MUSC 205 - History of Jazz


    (1)

    The History of Jazz chronicles style periods and central figures in jazz history from the early 20th century until the present. This course is open to both majors and non-majors in music.
  
  • MUSC 206 - Handbell Ringing


    (1)

    An introductory course to provide instruction and practice techniques so that students can gain confidence as handbell ringers, experience in leadership skills, and understanding of the structure of bell choirs and materials. The students will study a variety of published handbell music, and experiment with various ringing techniques. Students will practice through playing in an established bell choir and by observing other choirs. This course is open to both majors and non-majors in music.
  
  • MUSC 207 - Beginning Guitar Class


    (1)

    An introductory course for beginning guitar including simple notation and chord reading, ensemble experience, rhythm strumming techniques, and chording for vocal accompaniment and group song.
  
  • MUSC 221 - Conducting


    (2)

    A study of basic conducting techniques.
  
  • MUSC 223 - Advanced Conducting


    (2)

    A continuation of MUSC 221 . Class includes practical experience with ensembles.
  
  • MUSC 261 - Diction for Singers I


    (1)

    A course addressing pronunciation issues relating to singing in the six principal languages of western music–Latin, Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish. A central thrust of the course is the use of a familiarity with the International Phonetic Alphabet. Every Fall Term Prerequisite(s): A course addressing pronunciation issues relating to singing in English, Italian, Latin, and Spanish. Use of the International Phonetic Alphabet is emphasized.
  
  • MUSC 263 - Woodwind Methods


    (1)

    Study and practical application of the techniques of teaching and playing the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon. Designed for Music Education majors.
  
  • MUSC 264 - Brass Methods


    (1)

    Study and practical application of the techniques of teaching and playing the trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. Designed for Music Education majors.
  
  • MUSC 265 - String Methods


    (1)

    Study and practical application of the techniques of teaching and playing violin, viola, cello, and double bass. Designed for Music Education majors.
  
  • MUSC 266 - Percussion Methods


    (1)

    Study and practical application of the techniques of teaching and playing percussion instruments including snare drum, timpani, keyboard, accessories, and drum set. Designed for Music Education majors.
  
  • MUSC 267 - Introduction to Electronic Music


    (1)

    A survey of the history of electronic music. Practical application of the basic techniques of tape manipulation and elementary electronic music production. Required of Music Education majors.
  
  • MUSC 269 - Diction for Singers II


    (1)

    A course addressing pronunciation issues relating to singing in German and French. Use of the International Phonetic Alphabet is emphasized. Main Campus Spring Term
  
  • MUSC 291 - Composition I


    (2)

    An introduction to compositional styles with a concentration on early 20th-century music including impressionism, free tonality, modal writing, and pandiatonicism.
  
  • MUSC 302 - Tonal Counterpoint


    (3)

    A study of eighteenth-century contrapuntal techniques with emphasis on the style of Bach. Linear and vertical aspects and the analytical study of contrapuntal procedures and devices creatively applied in progressive exercises.
  
  • MUSC 319 - Music for the Preschool


    (2)

    A study of philosophy, methods and materials appropriate to musical development of the preschool child. Course will include basic rudiments of music and music literature for preschool classroom. Basic performance skills with voice, autoharp and Orff instrumentarium is provided.
  
  • MUSC 320 - Practicum in Preschool Music


    (1)

    Practical experience and application of methods and materials acquired in Music 319. Experience features musical leadership with preschoolers in a supervised setting.
  
  • MUSC 321 - Music for the Classroom Teacher


    (3)

    The methods and materials used by the classroom teacher in presenting music in the elementary grades including a review of the basic rudiments of music. Development of basic performance skills on the piano, autoharp, and the Orff instrumentarium is provided. (Not for music majors.)
  
  • MUSC 326 - Service Playing


    (1)

    Techniques and materials used in playing for church services. The course is for the Church Music major whose principal instrument is piano or organ.
  
  • MUSC 327 - Organ Nomenclature


    (1)

    An introduction to the characteristics of the organ and the technique of organ playing. For the Church Music major whose principal instrument is not organ.
  
  • MUSC 328 - Piano Pedagogy


    (3)

    A study of the standard methods and materials used in teaching piano on the elementary through advanced levels, and practical ways to establish piano teaching for income.
  
  • MUSC 329 - Piano Literature


    (3)

    A study of styles and structures of music for stringed keyboard instruments during the late Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Twentieth Century eras with emphasis on characteristics of keyboard instruments, musical ornamentation and musical forms, performance practices, score study and aural identification.
  
  • MUSC 330 - Marching Bands Methods


    (3)

    Marching Band Methods will provide an overview of the knowledge and skills necessary to administer and instruct a marching band program as part of the K-12 music education curriculum. Fall Only
  
  • MUSC 331 - Music History to 1750


    (3)

    A chronological study of the development of western music from its origins with emphasis on the growth of musical concepts. Study of composition techniques, styles, and the analysis of musical forms. Interrelation of music, painting, sculpture, literature, and architecture.
  
  • MUSC 332 - Music History 1750-1900


    (3)

    Consideration of literature, forms, and tonal concepts which emerge. Score analysis. Integration of literature, painting, sculpture, and architecture with music.
  
  • MUSC 338 - Vocal Pedagogy


    (3)

    Study of the anatomy and function of the human voice as it applies to breathing, phonation, resonance, articulation, and artistry involved in the singing process. Business aspects of running a private voice studio are also addressed. Prerequisite(s): A minimum of 2 semesters of private vocal study at the collegiate level.
  
  • MUSC 339 - Vocal Literature


    (3)

    Study of the development of song from the 1600s topresent day and a pedagogical analysis of repertoire appropriate for use in the voice studio Spring Term Prerequisite(s): MUSC 103 MUSC 104 , and a minimum of 2 semesters in private vocal study at the collegiate level.
  
  • MUSC 350 - Introduction to Suzuki Pedagogy


    (3)

    A study of the standard methods and materials used to teach Suzuki pedagogy in group and private settings. Prerequisite(s): Six hours of Applied Music Study, MUS 171  or higher.
  
  • MUSC 391 - Composition II


    (2)

    Further study of 20th-century composition with the emphasis on polychords, polytonality, clusters, and heightened chromaticism.
  
  • MUSC 392 - Composition III


    (2)

    Examination of 12-tone and serial compositional techniques. Avant garde music is also explored.
  
  • MUSC 401 - Orchestration


    (3)

    The study, techniques, and history of arranging for orchestra, band, and heterogeneous groups. Major project for full ensemble required.
  
  • MUSC 402 - Forms and Analysis


    (3)

    A study of small and large forms from choral, piano, and symphonic literature.
  
  • MUSC 416 - Practicum in Supervised Teaching of Piano I


    (1)

    Experience with teaching piano at various levels under the guidance and observation of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 417 - Practicum in Supervised Teaching of Piano II


    (1)

    Continued experience with teaching piano at various levels under the guidance and observation of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 418 - Practicum in Supervised Teaching of Voice I


    (1)

    Experience with teaching voice at various levels under the guidance and observation of the instructor. Alternate Fall Terms Corequisite(s): MUSC 338  
  
  • MUSC 419 - Practicum in Supervised Teaching of Voice II


    (1)

    Continued xperience with teaching voice at various levels under the guidance and observation of the instructor. Alternate Spring Terms Prerequisite(s): MUSC 418  
  
  • MUSC 420 - Music Methods in the Secondary School


    (3)

    A study of the techniques of the appropriate vocal and instrumental methods and materials for the secondary school (grades 6-12). The vocal component includes a study of the adolescent voice, organization and administration of the graded choir program, literature, materials, contest procedures and show choir. The instrumental component includes a study of beginner and intermediate methods, graded literature, organization and administration of the graded instrumental program, instrument maintenance, parade and show marching, and contest procedures.
  
  • MUSC 421 - Music Methods in the Elementary School


    (3)

    A study of techniques of teaching, particular problems, and appropriate materials for elementary grades: the general music class, suitable song materials, the child voice, creativity, rhythmic activities, directed listening, elementary music theory and performance on simple instruments, such as recorder, autoharp, and the Orff instrumentarium. Laboratory experience in the public schools and University preschool music class constitute part of the program.
  
  • MUSC 422 - Music Praxis Review


    (1)

    This course is a review for senior music education major in preparation for professional licensing examination. Main Campus Spring Semester
  
  • MUSC 423 - Media in Worship


    (2)

    A study of the most recent innovations in digital audio/visual technology, software and hardware with practical applications in worship ministry. Prerequisite(s): None
  
  • MUSC 424 - History and Philosophy of Worship


    (3)

    A study of the historical development of worship with practical applications for modern worship ministry. Models for study include Old Testament practices of worship, primitive Christian worship, liturgical worship, Reformed worship and traditional evangelic styles. Prerequisite(s): None
  
  • MUSC 425 - Contemporary Worship Styles


    (3)

    A study of the most recent developments, trends and innovations in contemporary worship styles. Prerequisite(s): None
  
  • MUSC 426 - Congregational Worship Literature


    (3)

    A study of the history, theology and practical application of literature for congregational singing in the context of modern Christian worship. The scope of literature includes psalmody, hymnody and contemporary songs. Prerequisite(s): None
  
  • MUSC 427 - Music for Children


    (3)

    A study of the philosophy, organization, and appropriate materials for the church music program for children, preschool through age 12: particular problems, implementation of the church music program, the child voice.
  
  • MUSC 428 - Music for Youth and Adults


    (3)

    A study of choral literature materials and techniques that are appropriate for use with youth and adult church choirs.
  
  • MUSC 429 - Church Music Philosophy and Administration


    (3)

    Consideration of the principles and practice of the music ministry. Organization and methods used in promoting a well-rounded program of music. Definition of objectives and philosophy of the music program. A management approach to the administrative task designed to introduce those principles which should be involved in working with the total church staff and in guiding the work of others.
  
  • MUSC 432 - 20th Century Music Literature and Theory


    (3)

    A study of music literature of the twentieth century; trends, “isms,” from the Post-Romantic to the present. Analysis and application of composition techniques of selected composers.
  
  • MUSC 434 - Piano Literature, Chamber Music


    (2)

    A survey of composers and their major works composed for piano combined with other instruments in Chamber Ensemble.
  
  • MUSC 435 - Piano Ensemble


    (1)

    Study and performance of literature for piano ensemble at one or more pianos.
  
  • MUSC 436 - Piano Ensemble


    (1)

    Study and performance of literature for piano ensemble at one or more pianos.
  
  • MUSC 437 - Hymnology


    (3)

    The historical and systematic study of poetic hymns and metrical tunes including the contributions of various ethnic groups to the body of Christian hymnody. Role of hymn literature in worship and evangelism as found in the liturgy of various Christian denominations.
  
  • MUSC 438 - Service Music and Solo Literature


    (1)

    Exploration of the historical background of types of music used in the major worship traditions. Examination of published music with emphasis on the ideal use in corporate worship. Composition of music intended to aid in leading the individual to a satisfying worship experience.
  
  • MUSC 440 - Internship in Worship Leadership


    (4)

    Supervised placement during the final semester of program study. Student will work 12-15 hours in a local church ministry setting under the mentorship and guidance of both the cooperating worship pastor and the Campbell Professor of record. Student observes, assists and ultimately plans and conducts musical rehearsals and worship gatherings. Prerequisite(s): None
  
  • MUSC 441 - Campbell University Choir


    (1)

    Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors by consent of the director, based on competitive tryouts. Concerts on campus and out-of-town, including Spring Tour. Performance concerts of secular and sacred choral music. The major University Choral Ensemble.
  
  • MUSC 442 - Campbell Voices


    (1)

    A vocal chamber choir comprised of select vocal students. Literature is typically diverse, both sacred and secular. Group performs both alone and with the University Choir.
  
  • MUSC 443 - Choral Society


    (1)

    Open to all students, faculty, and community people with consent of the director. Society performance of secular and sacred music.
  
  • MUSC 444 - Mixed Chorus


    (1)

    Open to all students. This course is designed to provide a choral ensemble experience for non-music majors. This class focuses on the enjoyment of singing and ensemble participation, rather than applied performance.
  
  • MUSC 445 - Campbell University Opera Theatre


    (1)

    Students will learn history of the genres and develop their acting and vocal skills while preparing performances of literature from opera, operetta, musical theatre. Prerequisite(s): Open to all voice students. Music/Voice majors strongly encouraged to participate, all other singers with permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSC 450 - Wind Symphony


    (1)

    Ensemble concentrated on the highest level of wind band literature. Open to all students, faculty, staff and community members by audition.
  
  • MUSC 451 - Guitar Ensemble


    (1)

    Open to all students and faculty with consent of the director.
  
  • MUSC 452 - Chamber Ensemble


    (1)

    Open to all students and faculty with consent of the director.
  
  • MUSC 453 - Music Methods and Materials


    (1.5)

    Correlated with Education 453. Designed for music education students in the “block.” Includes discussion of procedures and problems particularly applicable to music education, as well as discussion of problems of student teaching. Advanced conducting included for the instrumental major.
  
  • MUSC 454 - Jazz Ensemble


    (1)

    Open to all students and faculty with the consent of the director.
  
  • MUSC 455 - Brass/Percussion Ensemble


    (1)

    Open to all students and faculty with the consent of the director.
  
  • MUSC 456 - Wind Ensemble


    (1)

    Concentration on wind ensemble and band literature. Major University instrumental organization. Open to all students and faculty with the consent of the director. Concerts on campus and out-of-town.
  
  • MUSC 457 - Practicum in Church Music


    (4)

    Conducted on a part-time basis during the final semester of college work. The student observes, aids, and ultimately assumes charge of rehearsals and in the worship service.
  
  • MUSC 458 - Percussion Ensemble


    (1)

    Open to all students and faculty with the consent of the director.
  
  • MUSC 459 - Woodwind Ensemble


    (1)

    Open to all students and faculty with the consent of the director.
  
  • MUSC 460 - University Pep Band


    (0)

    A music ensemble open to students by audition. This ensemble officially represents the school at athletic events and other special occasions. No academic credit is available. Participation is noted on the student’s official transcript.
  
  • MUSC 461 - Recital


    (1)

    Senior year, 50 minutes of music with program notes. A Junior recital of 25 minutes of music with program notes may be performed during the year prior to the senior recital.
  
  • MUSC 465 - Workshop in Orff Methodology


    (3)

    Workshop designed to provide practical instruction for elementary music teachers in educational philosophy and methodological process of Karl Orff. Students completing this course will be certified in Orff Level I by the American Orff Shule-Werk Association.
  
  • MUSC 491 - Composition IV


    (2)

    Study of electronic music from simple tape manipulation to computer music.
  
  • MUSC 492 - Composition V


    (2)

    Major concentration on developing the student’s own style, being eclectic from previous course work.

Nursing

  
  • NURN 300 - Professional Nursing Practice


    (2)

    The design of the course is to review the past, present, and future of professional nursing. There is emphasis on discussion of professional values, philosophies, core competencies and the knowledge needed for professional practice. 
  
  • NURN 315 - Health Promotion in the Older Adult


    (4)

    The course teaches the student assessment of the older adult with consideration of common variations and life span influence. Assessment of the client is within a cultural, spiritual, member of family and community framework to promote, maintain and restore health in older adult clients.
  
  • NURN 330 - Concepts of Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I


    (4)

    This is the first of two courses that examine the physiologic mechanisms underlying selected alterations in health that occur throughout the life cycle. Integrated within the course are basic pharmacological concepts with emphasis on drug groups and nursing implications
  
  • NURN 340 - Concepts of Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I I


    (4)

    The second course in the series that examines the physiologic mechanisms underlying selected alterations in health that occur throughout the life cycle. Integrated within the course are basic pharmacological concepts with emphasis on drug groups and nursing implications.
  
  • NURN 350 - Research & Evidence Based Practice


    (3)

    This course examines the steps of the research process and provides the student with the basic skills and knowledge to evaluate research. Integrated throughout the course are ethical considerations and methods of protection of human subjects.
  
  • NURN 420 - Nurse as Leader: Responding to Change


    (3)

    This course provides the student with the opportunity to explore the leadership theories, behaviors and organizational structures that enhance the delivery of safe quality care. The learner reflects on organizational roles, legal responsibilities, and implications for professional nursing practice.
  
  • NURN 430 - Health Policy


    (2)

    This course focuses on health policy and issues that affect consumers of health care and nursing practice within the community. The course examines socioeconomic, environmental, epidemiological, legislative influences, ethical/legal issues, and the impact of health beliefs and practices on health promotion and protection in communities and society.
  
  • NURN 450 - Population Health (Practice Experience)


    (4)

    The design of the course is to develop student’s knowledge and skills in applying health promotion and disease prevention frameworks, nursing, and public health concepts, epidemiology, and environmental health issues in working with populations in the community.
  
  • NURN 470 - Role Transitions: Healthcare Trends and Issues


    (3)

    The design of the course is facilitation to practice with evidence based strategies that improve retention of new graduate nurses. The focus is career counseling, resume and portfolio development, the cover letter, behavioral based interviews, presentation skills and communicating value to employers.
  
  • NURN 475 - Managing Healthcare of Vulnerable Populations


    (2)

    The design of the course is facilitation to practice with evidence based strategies that improve retention of new graduate nurses. The focus is career counseling, resume and portfolio development, the cover letter, behavioral based interviews, presentation skills and communicating value to employers.
  
  • NURN 480 - Nursing Informatics


    (2)

    Nursing Informatics combines knowledge and skills from nursing, computer technology, information and cognitive science to design and implement automated systems that support practice in the delivery of care.
  
  • NURS 100 - Success in Nursing Seminar


    (1)

    The design of the course is an introduction to the profession of nursing and to the Campbell University Catherine W. Wood School of Nursing. This course emphasizes several key concepts necessary to build students’ skill sets for their future endeavors in college as well as their chosen career as a professional nurse.
  
  • NURS 300 - Professional Nursing Practice


    (2)

    The design of the course is to review the past, present, and future of professional nursing. There is an emphasis on discussion of professional values, philosophies, core competencies and the knowledge needed for professional practice.

      Lecture FALL. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in BSN Nursing.

  
  • NURS 310 - Health Assessment


    (3)

    The course teaches the student assessment of the healthy adult client with consideration of common variations and life span influence. Assessment of the client is within a cultural, spiritual, member of family and community framework.

      Lecture FALL. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in BSN Nursing.

  
  • NURS 320 - Fundamentals of Nursing Practice with Older Adults


    (6)

    This is the first course designed to introduce students to the role of critical thinking and the nursing process as a mechanism to synthesize knowledge and master basic nursing skills that promote, maintain and restore health in older adult clients.

      Lecture FALL. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in BSN Nursing

 

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