2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 01, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

  
  • MUS 135 - Music Theory and Aural Skills I

    (3)
    Beginning music theory including scales, key signatures, meter, intervals, triads, basic melodic construction, beginning Roman numeral analysis, and cadences. Instruction in theory is complemented by beginning sight singing and ear training using diatonic materials; 2:1 and 4:1 rhythms, dotted rhythms, and ties in simple and compound meters; and error detection in single voice examples.

    Co-requisite(s): MUS 153.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • MUS 136 - Music Theory and Aural Skills II

    (3)
    A continuation of Music Theory & Aural Skills I, including seventh chords, inversions, figured bass, non-harmonic tones, harmonization, part writing, advanced melodic analysis, secondary chord functions, and modulations. Instruction in theory is complemented by intermediate sight singing and ear training including decorative chromaticism and altered scale degrees, alto and tenor clefs, rhythms employing triplets and duplets, syncopations, and quintuple meters. Also included are melodic transcriptions, diatonic chord progressions including inversions, and error detection two-voice examples.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 135. Co-requisite(s): MUS 154.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • MUS 153 - Keyboard Harmony I

    (1)
    This course is designed to assist the student in the development of the necessary keyboard skills required for the successful completion of the keyboard proficiency exam.

    Co-requisite(s): MUS 135.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • MUS 154 - Keyboard Harmony II

    (1)
    Continued preparation for developing the necessary keyboard skills required for successful completion of the keyboard proficiency exam.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 153. Co-requisite(s): MUS 136.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • MUS 172 - Music Technology

    (2)


    The course covers basic technology concepts in multiple media formats relevant to musicians and music educators, including sound reinforcement, production software, graphic and web design, video editing, presentations, notation, and spreadsheet/business software.

     

    Offered each Spring.

  
  • MUS 210 - Vocal Ensembles

    (½)


    Vocal ensemble participation is open to all Malone University students having an appropriate musical background. Opportunities are available to perform on campus and in the community. Regular attendance is required. Specific descriptions follow.

    Chorale is a choir of mixed voices selected by audition. The Chorale performs a variety of choral literature from all style periods. Outside performance expectations include a spring tour and concerts in local churches. Offered each semester.

    Chamber Choir is a small mixed group of voices selected by audition. Chamber Choir performs a variety of musical styles both sacred and secular. Concurrent enrollment in Malone Chorale is required. Offered each semester.

  
  • MUS 211 - String Methods

    (1)
    Laboratory experience in pedagogical techniques as well as beginning through intermediate level performance techniques.

    Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 212 - Percussion Methods

    (1)
    Laboratory experience in pedagogical techniques as well as beginning through intermediate level performance techniques.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 220 - Instrumental Ensembles

    (½)


    Instrumental ensemble participation is open to all Malone University students having an appropriate musical background. Opportunities are available to perform on campus and in the community. Regular attendance is required. Specific descriptions follow.

    Chamber Ensemble is a flexible ensemble designed to work with a variety of instrumental combinations from trios through octets. A variety of works from the literature is studied based on the proficiency of the participants. Offered at department discretion.

    Jazz Ensemble rehearses and performs various styles of jazz from music of the big band era to contemporary jazz. Smaller groups can be organized from the larger group according to need and availability. Audition is required. Offered each semester.

    Marching Band is an ensemble of woodwinds, brass and percussion that performs contemporary and traditional repertoire. The Marching Band performs at band shows, parades, and other performance opportunities. The band also performs for the Christmas concert at the end of the semester. Audition is required. Regular attendance for the entire semester is required. Required of instrumental music majors. Offered each Fall.

    Piano Ensemble studies and performs piano duet (four hand) and piano duo (two piano) repertoire in a wide variety of styles including classical, pop, and sacred. Prerequisite: 200 level in piano. Offered at department discretion.

    Symphonic Band is a concert band consisting of woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The Symphonic Band performs a wide variety of traditional and contemporary wind band music. Audition for participation is required. Offered each semester.

  
  • MUS 222 - Brass Methods

    (1)
    Laboratory experience in pedagogical techniques as well as beginning through intermediate level performance techniques.

    Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 231 - Woodwind Methods

    (1)
    Laboratory experience in pedagogical techniques as well as beginning through intermediate level performance techniques.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 235 - Music Theory and Aural Skills III

    (3)
    A study of chromatic harmony and twentieth-century techniques. Emphasis will be on a thorough analysis of complete shorter-to-medium-length compositions. Instruction in theory is complemented by advanced sight singing and ear training, including chromatic melodies, irregular meters, changing meters, jazz syncopations, transcriptions of popular idiom songs, and error detection three-voice examples.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 136.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • MUS 261 - Choral Conducting

    (2)
    Basic conducting technique is developed in a laboratory setting for practical application with choral ensembles.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 136, 154.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 262 - Instrumental Conducting

    (2)
    Basic conducting and baton technique are developed in a laboratory setting for practical application in instrumental conducting. Includes the study of elements of instrumentation, score study, and transposition as they apply to instrumental conducting.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 136, 154.

    Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 323 - Band Methods and Literature

    (3)
    This course is designed to prepare the pre-service teacher to direct concert, marching, jazz, and other school band organizations. Emphasis will focus on rehearsal techniques, the criteria for selection of music, understanding various systems of difficulty ratings, aesthetic concerns in the selection of music, programming, fund raising, and administrative issues for beginning, intermediate, and advanced ensembles. It will also include a study of band literature for elementary, middle school, high school, and college instrumental ensembles. Includes 10 field hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 262 or permission of department chair.

    Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 333 - Choral Methods and Literature

    (3)
    This course is designed to prepare the pre-service teacher to direct all types of choral ensembles at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Course content will focus on vocal warm ups, sight-singing instruction, rehearsal techniques, programming, assessment, choreography, and administrative issues such as auditioning, touring, and scheduling. It will also include the study of choral literature for elementary, middle school, high school, and college vocal/choral ensembles. Includes 10 field hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 261, one semester of voice (class or applied).

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 335 - Music Theory IV

    (3)
    A continuation of Music Theory & Aural Skills III.  Coursework includes elements in form and analysis, 16th- and 18th-century counterpoint, and an introduction to 20th-century and jazz composition techniques, harmony, and alternative analysis.  The course also serves as an introduction to scoring for the orchestra and the band, including scoring exercises for each instrument family, making piano reductions, transcribing piano works, score engraving, and part extraction. Students will be required to use music notation software.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 235.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • MUS 341 - Piano Pedagogy

    (3)
    A course in the teaching of piano to beginning students of all ages. Includes a survey of teaching methods and materials, pedagogical theories and principles, studio organization and procedure, and a practicum in individual and group instruction. Practicum: Each student is required to teach two beginning piano students for a 12-week period.

    Prerequisite(s): 200 level in piano.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 342 - Piano Literature

    (2)
    A survey course of the teaching methods and materials for piano students intermediate through early advanced levels. Special attention will be given to teaching editions, repertoire selection, memorization, technique as it applies in the literature, contest and recital preparation, practice techniques, individual and group instruction, and music organizations. Practicum: Continue to teach two students per week for fourteen weeks.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 341.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 351 - Vocal Pedagogy

    (2)
    An introduction to the teaching of solo vocal technique. Participants will learn to identify and teach proper breath management, resonation, phonation, and articulation. Practicum: Each student is required to teach a beginning voice student for a ten-week period.

    Prerequisite(s): 200 level in Applied Voice.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 352 - Vocal Literature

    (2)
    This course is designed to familiarize each student with a broad range of song literature. Special emphasis will be given to songs useful for teaching voice. Practicum: Each student is required to teach a voice student for a 10-week period utilizing the techniques and repertoire studied in class.

    Prerequisite(s): 200 level in Applied Voice.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 367 - Music for Early and Middle Childhood Education

    (3)
    This course will cover the fundamental procedures, methods, and materials of teaching music in the early and middle childhood setting. Topics include age-related musical development, Orff, Kodaly, and Dalecroze techniques, and different learning styles. Includes 20 field hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 235. Junior standing recommended.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 371 - Music History I - Ancient through Classical (ca. 1900)

    (3)
    The student will examine the styles prevalent from ancient music practice through ca. 1900, including medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods. Lectures and exercises will concentrate on basic differences in music, instrumentation, compositional practices and cultural contexts of the music from antiquity through the Classical era.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 135.

    Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 372 - Music History II - Classical through the Present

    (3)
    The student will examine concert musical styles in the 19th through 21st centuries, including Romanticism, Impressionism, 12-Tone and Atonal, Avant-Garde, Neo-Classicism and other contemporary stylistic approaches, including folk, blues, jazz, and rock. Lectures and exercises will concentrate on basic differences in music, instrumentation, compositional practices, and cultural contexts.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 135.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 374 - Survey of World Music

    (3)
    The course is designed to offer opportunities to explore music of various cultures. In addition to receiving an overview of music from non-Western cultures, students will develop new understanding of other cultures and explore ways in which musical traditions help to elucidate cultural differences.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • MUS 399 - Junior Recital/Project

    (1)
    A guided applied lesson or project (1 clock hour) geared toward a recital presentation or other culminating presentation or product at the end of the semester. Audition or application for faculty is required for presentation approval. Major requirements and/or applied instructor determine the length of the presentation (half or whole) or the scope of the project. Course counts toward applied music total as per major requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): 300-level applied or permission of department chair.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • MUS 421 - Teaching Music in the Secondary School

    (3)
    This course will cover the fundamental procedures, methods, and materials of teaching music classes, performance and non-performance, in the secondary school. Includes 20 field hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 335. Junior standing recommended.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • MUS 438 - Music as Service to the Church, Community, and World

    (2)
    A capstone course for all Bachelor of Arts in Music majors, this seminar examines practical, philosophical, and theological perspectives to prepare students to serve the church, community, and the world through the art and practice of music.  The course meets once a week during the music internship semester, offering students the opportunity to reflect upon and interact regarding their internships. Discussions on issues and trends affecting the profession and preparations for professional roles are included in the course. Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of all non-ensemble and non-applied music coursework.

    Co-requisite(s): MUS 480.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • MUS 441 - Marching Band Techniques

    (2)
    This course is designed to provide the pre-service teacher with the knowledge and skills required to design and implement marching band shows. Topics covered include marking styles, 8 to 5 drill design, pinwheels and special moves, curvilinear drill design supplies, computer drill design software, and musical implications for field performance.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • MUS 450 - Advanced Topics

    (1-3)
    Group or individual studies in areas such as orchestral and choral literature, composition, contemporary music, pedagogy, counterpoint, and repertoire. Open only to juniors and seniors who are majors in this department and who have completed or are taking regularly scheduled courses.

    Enrollment by permission of Department Chair.
  
  • MUS 480 - Music Internship

    (9)
    This course comprises a minimum of 12 weeks of 3/4- to full-time hands-on clinical experience, providing opportunities to work directly with music professionals. Students will receive professional guidance and feedback from university supervisors and experienced music professionals. Attendance at additional duties associated with the role is expected (i.e. evening concerts, recording sessions, rehearsals, etc.). Those registering for Music Internship must also register for MUS 438: Music as Service in the Church, Community, and World. Application for the music internship should be made with the Department of Music during the spring semester preceding the academic year in which the internship is to be completed.

    Co-requisite(s): MUS 438.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • MUS 499 - Senior Recital/Project

    (1)
    A guided applied lesson or project (1 clock hour) geared toward a recital presentation or other culminating presentation or product at the end of the semester. Audition or application for faculty is required for presentation approval. Major requirements and/or applied instructor determine the length of the presentation (half or whole) or the scope of the project. Course counts toward applied music total as per major requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 399, 400-level applied; or permission of department chair.

    Offered each semester.

Nursing

  
  • NURS 112 - Introduction to Professional Nursing

    (2)
    Examines the professional nursing role. The Neuman Systems Model is described and the impact of personal values, Christian faith, ethics, legal boundaries, and historical perspectives are considered. Medical terminology and math for medications are introduced.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • NURS 211 - Foundations in Nursing: Theory

    (3)
    Identifies selected basic theoretical nursing concepts, knowledge, and scientific rationale with skills, attitudes, values, and behaviors which assist the professional nurse in the delivery of quality care. Considers selected basic needs and plans strategies to enhance optimal health. Presents the holistic approach of the Neuman Systems Model and the nursing process as the methodology utilized to implement care to persons across the lifespan. Concurrent with NURS 213.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 131, 132; two additional support courses from among BIOL 190, 371; CHEM 115; PSYC 121, 220. Prerequisite or co-requisite: NURS 112.

    Offered each Fall.
    Transfer students must have School approval before registering for this course.
  
  • NURS 212 - Nursing Across the Lifespan I: Theory

    (2)
    Stresses nursing strategies, pharmacology, critical thinking skills, nursing knowledge, concepts, and role behaviors utilized within the nursing process based on holistic approach of the Neuman Systems Model. Applies nursing knowledge in preparation for clinical practice.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 112, 211, 213, 221. Concurrent with NURS 214.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 213 - Foundations in Nursing: Clinical

    (1)
    Incorporates nursing concepts and knowledge in laboratory and clinical practice of beginning nursing skills. Utilizes the nursing process, based on the holistic approach of the Neuman Systems Model, to develop therapeutic interventions with the goal of optimal health. Includes laboratory, simulation and clinical hours. The clinical focus is the long-term care facility. Course fee. Concurrent with NURS 211.

    Offered each Fall.
    Transfer students must have School approval before registering for this course.
  
  • NURS 214 - Nursing Across the Lifespan I: Clinical

    (2)
    Applies theoretical knowledge in the provider of care role with persons needing low and intermediate acuity care. Utilizes the nursing process, based on the holistic approach of the Neuman Systems Model, to meet the needs of persons across the lifespan. Includes laboratory, simulation, and clinical hours. Clinical focus is adult medical and surgical units in acute care facilities. Course fee. Concurrent with NURS 212.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 221 - Health Assessment

    (3)
    Utilizes the nursing process with an emphasis on assessment, based on the holistic approach of the Neuman Systems Model. Interviewing techniques, health history taking, and physical exam skills are introduced.  The integration of health assessment in clinical lab practice and documentation of data are implemented. Provides two hours of theory and one hour (three clock hours) of laboratory practice per week.

    Offered each Fall.
    Transfer students must have School approval before registering for this course.
  
  • NURS 311 - Nursing Across the Lifespan II: Theory

    (4)
    Introduces the concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management for persons and families in various stages of development across the lifespan. Applies knowledge from the physical and social sciences as it pertains to the development of clinical decision-making. Concurrent with NURS 313.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 190, 371; CHEM 115; NURS 212, 214, 353; PSYC 121, 220.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • NURS 312 - Nursing Across the Lifespan III: Theory

    (4)
    Stresses caring for persons, families, and groups across the lifespan who are experiencing a variety of acute and long-term health care problems. Integrates the concepts of adaptation and rehabilitation while utilizing foundational concepts to build clinical decision-making skills. Concurrent with NURS 314.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 311, 313, 354.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 313 - Nursing Across the Lifespan II: Clinical

    (4)
    Applies the nursing process, based on the holistic approach of the Neuman Systems Model, in the promotion of health, prevention of disease, and the integration of knowledge with disease processes. Patient population includes persons and families in various developmental stages. The professional role of the nurse is developed, as well as foundational clinical decision-making skills, as students practice in various clinical settings. Includes laboratory, simulation and clinical hours. Clinical focus is maternity and medical and surgical acute care facilities. Course fee. Concurrent with NURS 311.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • NURS 314 - Nursing Across the Lifespan III: Clinical

    (4)
    Focuses on the application of critical thinking and the integration of knowledge with disease processes, pharmacology, diagnostics, and nutrition to formulate and implement a nursing plan of care. The patient population of concern is persons, families, and groups experiencing acute and long-term health care problems. Continues to expand the professional role of the nurse. Includes laboratory, simulation, and clinical hours. Clinical settings include pediatrics, psychiatric, medical, and surgical units in acute and long-term care facilities. Course fee. Concurrent with NURS 312.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 353 - Pathophysiology and Applied Therapeutics I

    (2)
    Part I of a two-course, comprehensive study of human pathophysiology with application in the areas of diagnostic studies, diet therapy, and pharmacotherapeutics. Students discuss the biologic basis for altered health in persons across the lifespan. Rationale for nursing care and teaching for the patient undergoing diagnostic procedures will be examined. Pharmacologic agents and diet therapy are applied to case scenarios for maintenance and promotion of health.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 131, 132.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 354 - Pathophysiology and Applied Therapeutics II

    (2)
    Part II of a two-course, comprehensive study of human pathophysiology with application in the areas of diagnostic studies, diet therapy, and pharmacotherapeutics that builds on knowledge acquired in NURS 353. Students will demonstrate a cumulative knowledge for the biologic basis of altered health in persons across the lifespan. Rationale for nursing care and teaching for the patient undergoing diagnostic procedures are examined. Pharmacologic agents, diet therapy, and knowledge from NURS 353 are applied to case scenarios for maintenance and promotion of health.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 353.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • NURS 402 - Health-Focused Cultural Theory

    (2)
    This course facilitates the study of personal cultural values, beliefs, and biases. Knowledge is gained about values, beliefs, and practices that influence the health practices of various cultural and ethnic peoples and groups. Also includes cultural simulations and interactions with representatives from various cultural groups.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

    Offered each Fall and on demand.
    The NURS 402/432 sequence is available to nursing and non-nursing majors as an option for meeting the Global Encounters component of the General Education Program.
  
  • NURS 411 - Nursing Across the Lifespan IV: Theory

    (4)
    Applies the nursing process, utilizing a holistic approach based on the Neuman Systems Model, to patients with health care needs. Addresses the health care needs of persons, families, communities, and populations from the perspective of primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of care. Concurrent with NURS 413.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 312, 314, 402.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • NURS 412 - Complex and Critical Care Nursing: Theory

    (4)
    Applies the nursing process, utilizing a holistic approach based on the Neuman Systems Model, to patients (persons, families, groups, communities, and populations) experiencing acute and complex care needs. The focus is on the acute care of the adult patient. Concurrent with NURS 414.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 411, 413, 432.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 413 - Nursing Across the Lifespan IV: Clinical

    (4)
    Facilitates the wholeness of patients by focusing on optimal health care needs. Includes laboratory, simulation, and clinical hours. Clinical settings include psychiatric/mental health, pediatric, acute care, and various healthcare settings. In addition, students participate in clinical assignments with nurse preceptors in a variety of settings. Course fee. Concurrent with NURS 411.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • NURS 414 - Complex and Critical Care Nursing: Clinical

    (4)
    Applies nursing process, utilizing a holistic approach based on the Neuman Systems Model to patients (persons, families, communities, and populations) experiencing acute and complex care needs. Nursing care will be implemented for patients experiencing acute systems alterations. Includes laboratory, simulation, and clinical hours. Clinical focus is in the complex nursing care of patients in step-down units, and critical care units. Course fee. Concurrent with NURS 412.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 420 - Nursing Research

    (2)
    Provides the student with an overview of research with human subjects. Consideration is given to moral, legal, and ethical issues in research. Students apply the research process by developing a research question, performing a literature review, and planning statistical operations to analyze data.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • NURS 422 - Research Activity

    (1)
    A continuation of the NURS 420 course with student groups participating in the collection and/or analysis of data for a research project. Student groups work independently with a faculty member as facilitator and consultant. Students communicate data analysis/findings via a written report and the dissemination of results. Course fee.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 420.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 432 - Health-Focused Cultural Application

    (1)
    This course provides the student an opportunity to observe nursing and health-related activities in a culture which is outside the student’s own life experience. During this course, students will begin to understand, develop relationships with, and observe health-related activities within cultures different from their own. Students will demonstrate commitment to service and health promotion within the selected cultures. Each student will spend time within a culture outside the United States or within sub-cultures in the United States. Each student will identify an individual cultural destination after developing a statement of personal interest and identifying professional health-related goals for the experience.

    Prerequisite or Co-requisite: NURS 402.

    Offered each semester.
    The NURS 402/432 sequence is available to nursing and non-nursing majors as an option for meeting the Global Encounters component of the General Education Program.
  
  • NURS 442 - Professional Nursing: Leading and Managing

    (3)
    Provides leadership and management theories as professional behaviors are examined and practiced. Students participate in clinical assignments with nurse preceptors in a variety of settings. Self-assessment activities help students identify styles, strengths, and weaknesses and to plan for future development. Includes theory and clinical practice. Course fee.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 450 - Independent Study in Nursing

    (1-2)
    An elective study under the supervision of a faculty adviser. Permits exploration of special topics within or associated with the realm of nursing practice.

    Offered on demand. Enrollment by permission of the Chair.
  
  • NURS 460 - Nursing Seminar

    (1-2)
    Presents a topic of interest requested by students or faculty. Topics will vary from semester to semester and will introduce new content or enlarge upon content introduced in a nursing course.

    Offered on demand. Enrollment by permission of the Chair.
  
  • NURS 462 - The Professional Role

    (1)
    Addresses the role of the professional nurse and the practice of professional nursing. Special attention is given to the scope of practice at the state level and the responsibility and accountability of the student in preparation for licensure. Student assignments relate to NCLEX-RN preparation and test-taking strategies. Standardized testing provides data for NCLEX-RN readiness.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • NURS 475 - Caring Externship

    (2-4)
    Provides opportunity for students to increase their nursing skills and to obtain an involvement or commitment experience under the direction of a full-time or adjunct faculty member.

    Offered on demand. Enrollment by permission of the Dean.

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 200 - Central Questions in Philosophy

    (3)
    An introductory study of central philosophical topics and thinkers. Through careful reading and discussion of foundational texts, students will be challenged to discuss and think clearly about a fundamental philosophical idea or theme such as the existence of God, the nature of goodness, justice, human nature, and knowledge.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • PHIL 211 - Introduction to Logic

    (3)
    An introduction to the fundamental principles of logic. The course will cover informal logic, the use of syllogisms, and the basic elements of propositional and predicate logic.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • PHIL 232 - Introductory Issues in Ethics

    (3)
    An introductory study of ethical theories, concepts, and topics. Topics of study may include the nature of friendship, love, virtue and vice, just war and pacifism, bioethics, the just society, and others.

    Offered each semester.

Physical Education

  
  • PE 100 - Personal Wellness

    (2)
    Designed to be the introductory course in physical education, lifelong personal fitness, and wellness. Emphasis is placed on health-related physical fitness and current wellness issues, including those that are gender and age-specific. The concept of personal stewardship is stressed, relative to the integration of faith and learning. Special attention is given to fitness assessment and lifestyle modification. (Not available for credit/proficiency by exam.)

    Offered each semester.
  
  • PE 121 - Principles of Aerobic Exercise

    (1)
    Offered each semester.
  
  • PE 130 - Archery

    (½)
    Offered each semester.
  
  • PE 199 - Varsity Sports and Cheerleading

    (½)
    Varsity athletes at Malone may register and receive 1/2 hour credit for each varsity sport in which they participate. Such credit is graded as Credit/No Credit. The student may enroll in PE 199 multiple times for elective credit only. The student must be eligible according to N.C.A.A. guidelines and complete the varsity season to receive credit.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • PE 231 - Initiative Games

    (2)
    Designed to teach students how to create and lead games and activities that help participants to increase their sense of personal confidence, improve mutual support within a group setting, and develop an enhanced level of agility and physical coordination.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • PE 380 - Theory and Practice of Coaching

    (3)
    This course studies the philosophy, theory, techniques, strategies, and organization as applied to coaching a sport. Topics include coaching objectives, styles, and philosophies; evaluating and developing communication skills; teaching sport skills; nutrition for athletes; and team, risk, and self management.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • PE 410 - Psychology of Coaching

    (3)
    Psychological factors influencing the behaviors of those participating in athletics with an emphasis on practice factors, personality, motivation, and problem athletes.

    Offered Spring 2022 and altermate Spring semesters.

Physics

  
  • PHYS 100 - Physical Science Survey

    (4)
    An introduction to the scientific view of the physical world with emphasis on an understanding of science and its uniqueness among the intellectual disciplines. Concepts and principles are primarily from the fields of physics and chemistry. Includes one 2-hour lab per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 130 or proficiency.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • PHYS 213 - General Physics I

    (4)
    Physics designed for the student who has had one year of high school physics. Suggested for biology, chemistry, and mathematics majors and pre-engineering students. Includes one 2-hour lab per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 150 or permission of the instructor.

    Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • PHYS 214 - General Physics II

    (4)
    Physics designed for the student who has had one year of high school physics. Suggested for biology, chemistry, and mathematics majors and pre-engineering students. Includes one 2-hour lab per week.

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 213.

    Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • PHYS 401 - Thermodynamics

    (4)
    This course is a study of the underlying theories of thermodynamics and reaction kinetics and their applications to physical and chemical systems such as phase equilibria, chemical equilibria, gases, solids, and solutions. Includes one 3-hour lab per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 221; MATH 204 or permission of the instructor; PHYS 212.

    Cross-listed with CHEM 401.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • PHYS 450 - Advanced Topics

    (1-3)
    An investigation of a topic of the student’s choice in consultation with a faculty member.

    Enrollment by permission of the Department Chair.

Political Science

  
  • POL 201 - Introduction to American Government

    (3)
    An introduction to the basic documents, structures, and processes of American Government. Includes a detailed study of the Constitution and how it changes over time, as well as key documents from the founding period, and current issues in government.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • POL 212 - Introduction to World Politics

    (3)
    An historical introduction to basic themes of modern world politics, with particular attention to problems of war and peace. Examines alternatives to war, including economic order, security arrangements, ethics, international law, and international organization.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • POL 267 - Comparative Politics

    (3)
    Introduces non-western political structures, cultures, and agents through comparative study of Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Attention will be paid to debates over economic development, state formation, and post-colonial cultural identity.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • POL 301 - Political Philosophy

    (3)
    An examination of key ideas and figures dealing with foundational issues of political life, with a particular focus on themes of order, freedom, justice, and power.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • POL 305 - American Constitutional Law

    (3)
    An advanced study of prominent themes and cases dealing with Constitutional issues. In addition to studying the role of the Supreme Court, the class will also cover theories of interpretation, substantive due process, the formation of rights and their relationship to public order, and the division of powers.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • POL 312 - Social Welfare Policy Analysis

    (3)
    This course develops a framework for understanding and evaluating social welfare policy at the national, state, local and agency levels, for analyzing policies related to certain population groups, and for understanding methods of achieving change in social policy. Discussion of policy making from a generalist perspective is introduced. Techniques for advocacy, as well as NASW Policies as reflected in Social Work Speaks, are discussed and analyzed. Social justice for those who have faced historic oppression within the United States is emphasized.

    Cross-listed with SWK 312.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • POL 316 - American Political Thought

    (3)
    An overview of the particular contributions of American theorists to political thinking from the Colonial period to the present. Special foci include theories of democracy, the struggle for equal participation, and the limits of politics.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • POL 325 - The President and Congress

    (3)
    An advanced study of the main institutions of American government, particularly focusing on the Presidency and Congress, as well as how these institutions interact with and influence other governing and non-governing institutions such as the bureaucracy, media, and political parties.

    Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • POL 331 - United States Foreign Policy

    (3)
    Introduction to individual, domestic, and foreign influences on the making of international security and economic policies; study of decision making from World War II to the post-Cold War era; frequent discussion of current issues in light of historical and analytical perspectives developed in the course.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • POL 340 - War, Peace, and Revolution in the Christian Tradition

    (3)
    This course explores various historical and theoretical Christian positions in regards to issues of war and peace from pre-Constantinian pacifism to modern versions of just war theory. It examines both classical and contemporary issues relating to building, maintaining, and restoring peace in domestic and global contexts.

    Cross-listed with THEO 340.

    Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • POL 342 - Terrorism, Insurgency, and Cyber-War

    (3)
    In a globalizing world, violence is taking on new forms. This is a study of political violence by global terrorist groups and sub-state insurgents, with attention to the morality of counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency policies and practices. The course also explores cyber-war activity and the ethics of responding to it.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • POL 347 - The Global Economy

    (3)
    This course explores the current system of globalized consumption, production, trade, finance, and ecology that shapes our daily economic lives. Critical reflection on Christian participation in that economy is also a key part of the course.

    Cross-listed with ECON 347.

    Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • POL 356 - History and Politics of the Modern Middle East

    (3)
    An overview of the modern Middle East, focusing on the historical roots of conflict, the formation of modern states, the Arab- Israeli conflict, economic development issues, political Islam, and the role of women.

    Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112 or permission of the instructor.

    Cross-listed with HIST 356.

    Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • POL 358 - History and Politics of East Asia: China and Japan

    (3)
    In the last quarter of the 20th Century, the nations of East Asia - China, Japan, North and South Korea, and Taiwan - emerged as major political and economic players on the global stage. The course surveys the history and cultural traditions of East Asia, with particular emphasis on China and Japan. It will focus on imperial China and the shogunates of Japan, the rise of nationalism in post- Qing China and post- Tokugawa Japan, revolution and modernization, recurring tensions between China and its East Asian neighbors, the rise of “tiger economies,” and an introduction to East Asian culture from feng shui to manga.

    Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.

    Cross-listed with HIST 358.

    Offered Spring 2023 and alternate Spring semesters.
  
  • POL 363 - Political Theology

    (3)
    This course seeks to explore the biblical and non-biblical theological foundations of civil society, law, and international relations. The course contains both a historical element, focusing on the history of Christian thinking about the political realm, and a normative element, focusing on the current debates and issues concerning Christianity and politics.

    Cross-listed with THEO 363.

    Offered Fall 2022 and alternate Fall semesters.
  
  • POL 431 - Internships

    (1-12)
    The application of academic skills in an off-campus setting. Arrangements must be made with the course instructor.

  
  • POL 440 - Bliss Institute Internship

    (7-12)
    An applied internship in a political setting tailored to the student’s interest in cooperation with the Bliss Institute for Applied Politics at The University of Akron.

  
  • POL 450 - Advanced Topics

    (1-3)
    An opportunity for the superior student to pursue, under supervision, an area of special interest either on his/her own initiative or in a small group. Open to juniors or seniors who are majors in this area and who have completed or are taking regularly scheduled courses.

    Enrollment by permission of the Department Chair.
  
  • POL 460 - Political Science Senior Seminar

    (3)
    A seminar that engages a specific topic in the discipline of political science and that affords students the opportunity to explore and utilize research methods in the design and prosecution of a research project of their choosing. The course will be shaped by both theoretical and practical considerations, and will explore how the Christian faith relates to the particular topic. Required of all political science majors and minors.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission of the instructor.

    Offered each Spring.

Psychology

  
  • PSYC 121 - Introduction to Psychology

    (3)
    An introduction to psychology as the science of behavior and mental processes. Includes the exploration of diverse areas of psychology. An understanding of the major findings in these areas as well as the research methodologies used to discover them is fostered in this course. It includes the application of psychology to various spheres of human functioning and experience.

    Offered each semester.
    Prerequisite to all other courses in education and psychology. PSYC 121 meets the General Education requirement for Engaging Human Experience.
  
  • PSYC 140 - Introduction to Statistics

    (3)
    An introduction to statistics with a primary focus on problem solving and statistical literacy. Designed to provide students with the conceptual foundation and quantitative skills needed to analyze and interpret data and to meaningfully interpret statistical results reported in research articles and in popular media. Includes topics such as the quantification of variables, sources of data, sampling procedures, graphical representation of data, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, correlation and regression, confidence intervals, and significance tests.

    Cross-listed with MATH 140.

    Offered each semester.
    PSYC 140 meets the General Education requirement for Foundational Skills (Quantitative Reasoning).
  
  • PSYC 220 - Psychology of Human Development

    (3)
    Intensive study of growth and development through the entire life span in terms of physical, mental, social, and cultural as well as emotional and spiritual factors. The approach is eclectic and the objective is to understand the problems of the developing person in contemporary society.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 121.

    Offered each semester.
  
  • PSYC 230 - Sophomore Seminar

    (3)
    This course provides an introduction to the psychology major and the discipline of psychology with a focus on discerning one’s calling/vocation through practical experience outside of the classroom (social-service placement, job shadowing, research, practicum hours, etc.) and seminar‐style inquiry of a special topic in psychological science. Includes assessment of individual aptitudes, skills, and interests as well as options for future careers and graduate study.

    Offered each Fall.
    Sophomore Seminar is an early, practical experience for students inside and outside the Psychology major.
  
  • PSYC 231 - Theories and Techniques of Chemical Dependency Counseling I

    (3)
    In this course, students will explore the historical and contemporary models and theories of addiction.Students will gain knowledge of the effects of addiction on the individual’s life within the context of the biological, psychological (cognitive and affective), social, cultural and spiritual dimensions. An overview of the differentiation of addiction from medical conditions and mental disorders will be presented. Professional chemical dependency counseling issues such as counter-transference, boundary settings, characteristics and dynamics will be explored. Students will examine addictions counseling procedures, techniques, and interventions.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 121.

    Offered each Fall.
  
  • PSYC 232 - Theories and Techniques of Chemical Dependency Counseling II

    (3)
    In this course, students will continue to gain knowledge of chemical dependency counseling models and theories. The components of group therapy, such as the dynamics of group facilitation, the effects of the addictive processes on group therapy, and the impact of individual diversity on the group process will be examined. Students will also explore various aspects of relationship and family systems in chemical dependency counseling, such as models, theories, techniques, and the use and interpretation of assessments. Prevention models, theories and strategies, such as relapse prevention will be explored.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 231.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • PSYC 272 - Psychological Research Methods I

    (2)
    Survey of the techniques, methods, and tools of research in psychology. Includes discussions of reliability, validity, research design, artifacts, and types of experimental control. This course also emphasizes the use and mastery of APA writing style.

    Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PSYC 140.

    Offered each Fall.
    PSYC 272 and 273 must be taken in the same academic year.
  
  • PSYC 273 - Psychological Research Methods II

    (2)
    Application of experimental methodology to specific content areas. Planning, execution, analysis, and interpretation of an individual project are included.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 272. Note: PSYC 272 and 273 must be taken in the same academic year.

    Offered each Spring.
  
  • PSYC 274 - Methods in Behavioral Research

    (4)
    A survey of behavior research methods: epistemologies, ethics in research, and approaches. Students learn about quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods through critical exploration of observational work, survey construction, and quasi-experimental and true experimental designs. The course includes application to a research project with individual and group work.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 121. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MATH/PSYC 140.

    Offered each Spring or at department discretion.
 

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