May 09, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Below is a listing of all courses taught at Hinds Community College, including their descriptions. For all current course availabilities and times, click here.

 

Music-Applied

  
  • MUA 2741 - Voice for Non-Vocal Majors III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1751  or audition) Voice for non-vocal majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore vocal literature and develop and improve the student’s vocal ability. (Maximum 1 hr lesson per week, 1 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2751 - Voice for Non-Vocal Majors IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2741  or audition) Voice for non-vocal majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore vocal literature and develop and improve the student’s vocal ability. (Maximum 1 hr lesson per week, 1 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2772 - Voice for Vocal Music Education Majors III

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1782  or audition) Voice for vocal music education majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. (Total 1 hr lesson per week, 2 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2773 - Voice for Vocal Performance Majors III

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1783  or audition) Voice for vocal performance majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. (2 -1/2 hr lessons per week, 3 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2782 - Voice for Vocal Music Education Majors IV

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2772  or audition) Voice for vocal music education majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. (Total 1 hr lesson per week, 2 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2783 - Voice for Vocal Performance Majors IV

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2773  or audition) Voice for vocal performance majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. (2 1/2 hr lessons per week, 3 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2811 - Class Woodwinds III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1821  or audition) Woodwind instruction for music majors and non-music majors. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore varied levels of literature, and develop the student’s knowledge of woodwind instruction and performance.
  
  • MUA 2821 - Class Woodwinds IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2811  or audition) Woodwind instruction for music majors and non-music majors. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore varied levels of literature, and develop the student’s knowledge of woodwind instruction and performance.
  
  • MUA 2841 - Elective Woodwinds III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1851  or audition) Woodwind instruction for music majors and non-music majors. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore varied levels of literature, and develop the student’s knowledge of woodwind instruction and performance. (Maximum 1 hr lesson per week, 1 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2851 - Elective Woodwinds IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2841  or audition) Woodwind instruction for music majors and non-music majors. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore varied levels of literature, and develop the student’s knowledge of woodwind instruction and performance. (Maximum 1 hr lesson per week, 1 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2872 - Woodwinds for Music Education Majors III

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1882  or audition) Woodwind instruction for music education majors and advanced non-music majors with an emphasis on woodwind instrumental playing. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. (Total 1 hr lesson per week, 2 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2873 - Woodwinds for Music Majors III

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 1883  or audition) Woodwind instruction for performance majors. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. (2 -1/2 hr lessons per week, 3 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2882 - Woodwinds for Music Education Majors IV

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2872  or audition) Woodwind instruction for music education majors and advanced non-music majors with an emphasis on woodwind instrumental playing. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. (Total 1 hr lesson per week, 2 hr practice daily)
  
  • MUA 2883 - Woodwinds for Music Majors IV

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUA 2873  or audition) Woodwind instruction for performance majors. Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. (2 -1/2 hr lessons per week, 3 hr practice daily)

Music Foundations

  
  • MUS 1113 - Music Appreciation

    3 SH
    A course designed to give the student, through listening and written work, the ability to understand, appreciate, and evaluate music of Western Culture. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1132 - Fundamentals of Music

    2 SH
    Study of basic knowledge of music fundamentals to prepare students for music theory. Concepts include: notation, scales, keys, rhythm, intervals, triads, and their inversions. This course is offered Spring Semester only. (2 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1133 - Fundamentals of Music

    3 SH
    Study of basic knowledge of music fundamentals to prepare students for music theory. Concepts include: notation, scales, keys, rhythm, intervals, triads, and their inversions. MUS 1133 is not the standard freshman theory course required for graduation from senior colleges and universities and is not offered to meet these requirements. Students taking MUS 1133 and planning to continue as music majors in a senior college should follow this course with Music Theory I - IV. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1211 - Music Theory I, Lab

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Same as Music Theory I) Lab instruction.  Development of music sight-singing, ear-training, and dictation skills. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 1213 - Music Theory I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: REA 0123  or REA 1213 ; successfully pass Music Theory Placement exam) (Corequisites: MUS 1211 ) Study of functional harmony through analysis and part-writing. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1221 - Music Theory II, Lab

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 1211 ) Lab instruction.  Development of music sight-singing, ear-training, and dictation skills. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 1223 - Music Theory II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 1213 ) (Corequisites: MUS 1221 ) Continued study and review of functional harmony through analysis and part-writing. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1234 - Commercial Music Theory

    4 SH
    (Corequisites: MUS 1211 ) (Pre/Corequisites: ENG 1113  and Class Piano I or higher are recommended) Introduction to concepts and skills of reading music theory for pre-music and non-music majors.  Includes study of notation, rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals and triads. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1313 - Introduction to Music Industry

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: MUS 1413 , ENG 1113 ) This course is an introductory overview of the entertainment industry’s scope, systems and practices. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1413 - Basic Computer Skills for Musicians

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123  or ENG 0124  or higher;    /MAT 0124  or MAT 1133  or MAT 1134  or higher;    or REA 1213 ) This course is designed to introduce students to digital media skills and the Apple Operating System. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 1423 - Survey of Popular Music

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites:  ,  , and department chair approval) Advanced listening course, designed to acquaint the Music Industry major with a broad overview of popular musical styles and repertoire from the beginnings of American Popular Music to the present. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 1433 - Recording Arts Fundamentals

    3 SH
    (Corequisites: ENG 1113 , MUS 1234 , MUS 1413  & MUS 1211  are recommended) Introduction to basic principles of sound theory, audio electronics and terminology, microphone characteristics and applications, mixers and basic equipment, signal routing and processing. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 1911 - Recital Class I

    1 SH
    Performances of solo and ensemble literature by students majoring in music. Attendance at a prescribed minimum number of departmentally approved musical performances per semester also required. This course may be repeated for credit. (1 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 1921 - Recital Class II

    1 SH
    Performancesof solo and ensemble literature by students majoring in music. Attendance at a prescribed minimum number of departmentally approved musical performances per semester also required. (1 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 2123 - Music Survey (Majors)

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MAT 0123  /MAT 0124  or MAT 1133  or MAT 1134  or higher) Advanced listening course, designed to acquaint the music major with a broad overview of musical style and repertoire from antiquity to the present. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2211 - Music Theory III, Lab

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum Grade of “C” in MUS 1221 ) Lab instruction.  Development of music sight-singing, ear-training, and dictation skills. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 2213 - Music Theory III

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 1223  and a grade of “Pass” on both parts of the Comprehensive Music Fundamentals Exam) (Corequisites: MUS 2211 ) Continued study and review of functional harmony through analysis and part-writing. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2221 - Music Theory IV, Lab

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 2211 ) Lab instruction.  Development of music sight-singing, ear-training, and dictation skills. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 2223 - Music Theory IV

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 2213 ) (Corequisites: MUS 2221 ) Continued study and review of functional harmony through analysis and part-writing. Introduction to twentieth century techniques. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2413 - Computer Recording I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites:  , MUS 1413 ,  , and department chair approval) (Pre/Corequisites: MUS 1211 , MUS 1213 , MUA 1521 ) Introduction to basic knowledge, theory and application of a native Digital Audio Workstation. Students continue their study of MIDI, arranging, sequencing, software instruments and recording in a native DAW environment. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 2423 - Computer Recording II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites:  , MUS 1211 , MUS 1213 , MUA 1521 ) A continuation of Computer Recording I, utilizing native and proprietary DAW recording systems. Additional topics covered include audio recording, digital effects, automation, performance tools and nonlinear editing. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 2433 - The Craft of Song Writing

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites:  , MUS 1211 ,  , and department chair approval) Provides the student with basic knowledge of the four approaches to song writing: lyrical, melodic, harmonic and rhythmic. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2444 - Audio Engineering I

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUS 1413 , MUS 1433 ) (Corequisites: MUS 2413  is recommended) Practical techniques and application of session procedures and recording.  Includes vocal and instrument characteristics, microphone placement, track assignment, mixing, and console and recorder operation in a native or proprietary DAW environment. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2454 - Audio Engineering II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUS 2443 or MUS 2444 ) (Corequisites: MUS 2423  is recommended) Practical techniques in session procedures and recording.  Topics include recording and mixing theory and techniques, critical listening, signal routing and processing, and basic project mastering techniques. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2512 - Special Topics in Music

    2 SH
    Study of diverse topics that relate to music providing students an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members. (2 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2513 - Music for Elementary Teachers

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MAT 0123  /MAT 0124  or MAT 1134  or MAT 1133  or higher) Designed for the needs of the elementary education student.  Essentials of public school music; study of the fundamentals of music.  Reading music notations and terminology. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MUS 2911 - Recital Class III

    0 SH
    Performancesof solo and ensemble literature by students majoring in music. Attendance at a prescribed minimum number of departmentally approved musical performances per semester also required. (1 hr lab)
  
  • MUS 2921 - Recital Class IV

    0 SH
    Performancesof solo and ensemble literature by students majoring in music. Attendance at a prescribed minimum number of departmentally approved musical performances per semester also required (1 hr lab)

Music Organizations

  
  • MUO 1111 - Band I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Audition or Instructor Approval) Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature, and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1112 - Band I

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: Audition or Instructor Approval) Designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature, and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. (4 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1121 - Band II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1111  or MUO 1112  or audition or consent of instructor) Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. (5 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1131 - Small Instrument Ensemble I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor’s permission) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1141 - Small Instrument Ensemble II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor’s permission) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. This course may be repeated for credit.  (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1151 - Small Mixed Ensemble I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor’s permission) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups.  This course may be repeated for credit. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1161 - Small Mixed Ensemble II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1151 ) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1171 - Large Jazz Ensemble I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Audition) A course designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a ”big band” setting or similar instrumentation. Instructor permission required.  (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1181 - Large Jazz Ensemble II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Audition) A course designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation. Instructor permission required. (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1211 - Choir I

    1 SH
    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1221 - Choir II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1211  or audition or consent of instructor) A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1241 - Select Voice Ensemble I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Enrollment by successful audition.) A course for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music.  This course may be repeated for credit.  (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1251 - Select Voice Ensemble II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1241 ) A course for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1311 - String Orchestra I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor Approval) Introduction to performance technique of various styles of Orchestral Literature. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 1321 - String Orchestra II

    1 SH
    Introduction to performance techniques of various styles of Orchestral Literature. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2111 - Band III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1121  or audition or consent of instructor) Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. (5 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2121 - Band IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 2111  or audition or consent of instructor) Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. (5 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2131 - Small Instrument Ensemble III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor’s permission) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2141 - Small Instrument Ensemble IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor’s permission) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2151 - Small Mixed Ensemble III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1161 ) Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups.  (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2161 - Small Mixed Ensemble IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 2151   Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2171 - Large Jazz Ensemble III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Audition) A course designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation. (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2181 - Large Jazz Ensemble IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: Audition or instructor permission required) A course designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation.  Instructor permission required. (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2211 - Choir III

    1 SH


    (Prerequisites: MUO 1221  or audition or consent of instructor) A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods.

      (3 hr lab)

  
  • MUO 2221 - Choir IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 2211  or audition or consent of instructor) A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. (3 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2241 - Select Voice Ensemble III

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 1251 ) A course for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2251 - Select Voice Ensemble IV

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: MUO 2241 ) A course for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2311 - String Orchestra III

    1 SH
    Introduction to performance technique of various styles of Orchestral Literature. (2 hr lab)
  
  • MUO 2321 - String Orchestra IV

    1 SH
    Introduction to performance technique of various styles of Orchestral Literature. (2 hr lab)

Nursing

  
  • NUR 1119 - Professional Nursing Concepts I

    9 SH
    (Prerequisites: BIO 2511 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2521 , BIO 2523  with a grade of “C” or above in each course, and SOC 2113 ) (Pre/Corequisites: ENG 1113 , PSY 1513 ) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is on fundamental nursing concepts related to the introduction of nursing practice and nursing as a profession.  Nursing core competencies including the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to provide safe, quality care are introduced.  Laboratory, simulation, and clinical experiences will include fundamental care of clients with a focus on long-term care and professional development. (5 hr lecture, 4.5 hr lab, 5.25 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 1133 - Externship for AD Nursing

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 1119 , NUR 1229 ) Provides the nursing student the opportunity to practice basic nursing skills and apply cognitive knowledge in the practice of nursing under the supervision of a preceptor and indirect supervision of a nursing faculty member. (Requires a total of 320 hours)
  
  • NUR 1229 - Professional Nursing Concepts II

    9 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 1119 , ENG 1113 , PSY 1513 ) (Pre/Corequisites: Fine Arts/Humanities Elective, PSY 2533 , ENG 1123 ) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to build on fundamental nursing concepts and introduce new nursing concepts related to the management of care of clients experiencing alterations in health.  Nursing core competencies are used to identify expectations of the professional nurse and are integrated throughout laboratory, simulation, clinical experiences, and professional development. (5 hr lecture, 2 hr lab, 9 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 2114 - Introduction to Transition to Professional Nursing Concepts

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: BIO 2511 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2521 , BIO 2523 , BIO 2921 , & BIO 2923  with a grade of “C” or above in each course, ENG 1113 , ENG 1123 , PSY 2533 , PSY 1513 SOC 2113 SPT 1113 /SPT 2173 , Fine Arts/Humanities) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to introduce the paramedic, respiratory therapist, and licensed practical nurse to fundamental nursing concepts related to role transition and the introduction of nursing practice and nursing as a profession.  Nursing core competencies including the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to provide safe, quality care are introduced.  Laboratory experiences will include fundamental care of clients and professional development. (8 week course: 6 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • NUR 2139 - Professional Nursing Concepts III

    9 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 1229 , Fine Arts/Humanities Elective, PSY 2533 , ENG 1123 ) (Pre/Corequisites: BIO 2921 , BIO 2923 , with a grade of “C” or above in each course) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to build on previous concepts and introduce new nursing concepts related to the management of care of clients experiencing alterations in health.  Nursing core competencies are used to identify expectations of the professional nurse and are integrated throughout simulation, laboratory/clinical experiences, and professional development. (5 hr lecture, 1.5 hr lab, 9.75 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 2228 - Transition to Professional Nursing Concepts I & II

    8 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 2114 ) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to build on fundamental nursing concepts and introduce new nursing concepts related to the management of care of clients experiencing alterations in health. Emphasis is placed on role transition. Nursing core competencies are used to identify expectations of the professional nurse and are integrated throughout simulation, laboratory/clinical experiences, and professional development. (6 hr lecture, 1.25 hr lab, 4.125 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 2243 - NCLEX-RN® Preparation

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 2139 ) (Corequisites: NUR 2249 . A passing grade in NUR 2249  is required to receive credit for this course.) Provides assessment and skill enhancement for preparation for the NCLEX-RN®, the national licensing exam for registered nurses. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • NUR 2248 - Transition to Professional Nursing Concepts III & IV

    8 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 2228 ) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to build on previous concepts and introduce new nursing concepts related to the management of care of clients experiencing complex alterations in health. Emphasis is placed on role transition. Nursing core competencies are used to identify expectations of the professional nurse and are integrated throughout simulation, laboratory/clinical experiences, and professional development. (5.75 hr lecture, .5 hr lab, 6 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 2249 - Professional Nursing Concepts IV

    9 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 2139 , BIO 2921 , BIO 2923  with a grade of “C” or above in each course) (Corequisites: NUR 2243 ) (Pre/Corequisites: SPT 1113 / ) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to build on previous concepts and introduce new nursing concepts related to the management of care of clients experiencing complex alterations in health.  Nursing core competencies are used to identify expectations of the professional nurse and the transition to practice and are integrated throughout simulation, laboratory/clinical experiences, and professional development. (4 hr lecture, .4 hr lab, 14.4 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 2254 - Transition to Professional Nursing Concepts V

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 2248 ) Within the framework of the nursing process and across the lifespan, the focus of this course is to build on previous concepts and introduce new nursing concepts related to the management of care of clients experiencing complex alterations in health.  Emphasis is placed on the role transition.  Nursing core competencies are used to identify expectations of the professional nurse and the transition to practice and are integrated throughout simulation, laboratory/clinical experiences, and professional development. (8 week course: 6 hr lecture, 6 hr clinical)
  
  • NUR 2312 - NCLEX-RN® Assessment

    2 SH
    (Corequisites: NUR 2254 ; A passing grade in NUR 2254  is required to receive credit for this course) Provides the licensed practical nurse, paramedic, or respiratory therapist assessment and skill enhancement for preparation for the NCLEX-RN®, the national licensing exam for registered nurses. (2 hr lecture)
  
  • NUR 2332 - Nursing Internship

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: NUR 2249  or NUR 2254 ) Provides the nursing graduate the opportunity to practice nursing skills and apply cognitive knowledge in the practice of nursing under the direct supervision of a preceptor and indirect supervision of a nursing faculty member to assist with the transition to nursing practice. (6 hr clinical)

Paralegal Technology

  
  • LET 1123 - Introduction to Law

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123  or higher, MAT 0123  or MAT 0124  or higher, REA 0133  or higher) This course provides an overview of major principles and functions of the state and federal legal systems, introduces various legal fields for professional opportunities, presents legal vocabulary, gives an overview of different areas of law, and presents ethics. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 1213 - Legal Research

    3 SH
    (Corequisites: LET 1123 ) This course is an introduction to basic sources of law and the methods of legal research, including ethics. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • LET 1513 - Family Law

    3 SH
    This course is a study of the areas of law pertaining to domestic relations, emphasizing ethics. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 1523 - Wills and Estates

    3 SH
    This course is an introduction to the laws of inheritance and estates, basic concepts of estates and wills, probate procedures, and preparation of documents while emphasizing ethics. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 1713 - Legal Writing

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1213 ) This course includes composition of legal communications, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents with an emphasis on ethical considerations. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • LET 2313 - Civil Litigation I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1123  & LET 1213 ) This course presents the litigation process. Emphasis is on the structure of the Mississippi Court System and on gathering information and evidence, summarizing and arranging materials, maintaining docket and file control, developing a litigation case, and interviewing clients and witnesses, using ethical standards. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2323 - Torts

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1123 ) This course provides instruction in the area of law which deals with civil wrongs and injuries, including intentional wrongs, negligence, and strict liability. It concentrates on the elements of a tort, type of tort, damages, ethics and remedies.  (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2333 - Civil Litigation II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 2313 ) This course is designed to continue the study of the litigation process from discovery through appeal. Emphasis is placed on collecting and organizing discovery materials, and demonstrating knowledge of the limits placed on discovery by the federal and states rules of civil procedure. This course also includes the trial and appeal phases of litigation, with emphasis on trial preparation and appellate procedure. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2373 - Contracts and Business Law

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1123  & LET 1213 ) This course provides instruction in the area of contract law, concentrating on the elements of a valid contract, various types of contracts, the Uniform Commercial Code, and ethical issues in contract law. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2383 - Criminal Law & Procedure

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1123  & LET 1213 ) This course provides an overview of criminal law and the procedures involved in the criminal process.  The course focuses on the Mississippi court system, legal terminology involved in a criminal practice, and on gathering information and evidence, using ethical standards. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2453 - Real Property I

    3 SH
    This course is an introduction to real property law including ownership, transfer of property, liens and encumbrances, and the various types of deeds. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2463 - Real Property II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 2453 ) This course examines legal documents related to real property as recorded in the chancery clerk’s office, the tax assessor’s office, and the circuit clerk’s office. It includes compiling a title abstract and completing an assignment to prepare a real estate file from transaction through closing and post-closing implementing ethics. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2523 - Bankruptcy Law

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1123 ) This course is an introduction to federal bankruptcy law. Emphasis is placed on federal bankruptcy statutes, chapters and forms. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2653 - Law Office Management

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: LET 1123  & LET 1213 ) This course provides practical application of daily legal office skills needed in the legal field, professional enrichment presentations, history of the profession, professional ethics through fact analysis, and an overview of law office management. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • LET 2913 - Special Problem in Paralegal Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: All LET courses as scheduled and Instructor Approval) A course to provide students with an opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge gained in other Paralegal Technology courses. The instructor and student work closely together to select a topic and establish criteria for completion of the project. (6 hr lab)
  
  • LET 2923 - Internship for Paralegal

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: All LET courses as scheduled and Instructor Approval) Supervised practical experience in private law office, courts, government offices, or businesses. Provides students the opportunity to apply theory presented in the classroom in a supervised work setting. (9 hr externship)

Philosophy and Bible

  
  • PHI 1113 - Old Testament Survey

    3 SH
    The student will survey the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) with regard to its worth as a literary work, along with significant dates, themes, concepts, and contributions of its characters to that history and literature. (3 hr lecture)
 

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