• MUSC 4890: Senior Recital

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Public performance of a solo recital. Recitals for BM students will consist of 50-60 minutes of music. Other senior recitals will consist of 35-45 minutes of music. Details of the appropriate repertoire selection and length of the program must be approved by the Music Department. Includes musical and extra-musical preparation. Successful completion prepares students to perform publicly in a solo capacity. Students must enroll in 4000-level private applied lessons as a co-requisite for this course. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Present a full solo recital. 2. Select, prepare, and present appropriate literature. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of non-musical aspects of concertizing. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• MUSC 4892R: Independent Study

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For students wishing instruction that is not available through other regularly scheduled courses in this discipline. Occasionally, either students request some type of non-traditional instruction, or an unanticipated opportunity for instruction presents itself. This seminar course provides a variable credit context for these purposes. As requirements, this seminar course must first be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least nine contact hours of lab or lecture for each credit offered; and third, it must include some academic project or paper (i.e., credit is not given for attendance alone). This course may include standard lectures, travel and field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other nontraditional instruction methods. Note that this course in an elective and does not fulfill general education or program requirements. Fees may be required for some seminar courses and instructor permission will be optional at the request of the instructor. Variable credit: 1.0 - 3.0. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to credit restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze and critique information related to the topic of study. 2. Use knowledge and skills gained to design solutions to topic-specific problems. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• MUSC 4910R: Music Travel Study: Domestic and International

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Guided field trip to predetermined domestic or international locations. The course offers opportunities to experience music in a variety of settings, including historical and contemporary sites, museums, concerts, and cultural events to help students develop cultural appreciation and refine musical skills. Students will develop critical and analytical skills as demonstrated through written assignments. This course may also include hands-on rehearsal, clinic, and/or performance options. Repeatable up to 9 credits subject to graduation restrictions. Instructor permission is optional at the request of the instructor. For domestic travel, see instructor for additional travel costs that may apply. For international travel, see studyabroad.utahtech.edu for additional travel costs that may apply. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Investigate and understand historical and contemporary music activities and the culture that creates it. 2. Evaluate primary sources of cultural music such as live performances, original documents, rare recordings, and representative venues. 3. Assess a location's musical environment including performers, composers and their musical output.
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• NURS 1001: FYE: Nursing

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  A First Year Experience course designed to help entering freshmen and transfer students with 0-24 credits majoring in nursing adapt to college life and become integrated into Utah Tech University. Students will refine academic skills, create and foster social networks, learn about college resources, and explore the field of nursing. Multiple listed with all other sections of First Year Experience. Students may only take one FYE course for credit. FA
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• NURS 1005: Certified Nursing Assistant (ALCS)

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Prepares students in the knowledge, skills, and responsibilities required for certification as a nursing assistant by the state of Utah. This course is designated as an Active Learning Community Service (ALCS) course. Students provide service in areas of public concern in a way that is mutually beneficial for both the student and community. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Express effective communication and interpersonal skills. 2. Identify infection control practices, 3. Illustrate the ability to recognize an emergency and identify components of Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR). 4. Identify restorative and rehabilitative nursing strategies that promote resident independence. 5. Identify and discuss legal and ethical concerns as they relate to healthcare and the geriatric population. 6. Identify basic nursing skills required in sub- acute setting, long-term care, individual's home, and hospital settings. 7. Demonstrate adequate concept comprehension to pass the Utah Certification knowledge exam. Corequisites: NURS 1007. Course fee required. FA, SP, SU
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• NURS 1007: Nursing Assistant Clinical

  0.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Clinical portion of NURS 1005. Provides hands on clinical training in the long term care setting to reinforce nurse assistant skills learned in classroom and laboratory. A minimum of 24 clinical hours required. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Use a variety of forms of communication that demonstrate empathy. 2. Perform safety and emergency procedures, utilizing the Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR) tool. 3. Illustrate the ability to recognize an emergency.4. Apply basic restorative services in accordance with Utah Administrative Code Rule R432-45-NATCEP. 5. Act in a respectful manner and promote resident rights in accordance with Utah Administrative Code Rule R432-45- NATCEP. 6. Demonstrate competency with basic nursing skills in accordance with Utah Administrative Code Rule R432-45-NATCEP. 7. Simulate practical skills to pass the Utah Certification skills exam. Corequisites: NURS 1005. FA, SP, SU
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• NURS 2020: Paramedic to RN Transition Course

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Emphasis is on role transition to RN, the nursing process as well as the role and competencies of the associate degree nurse. Concepts will include; nursing scope of practice, holistic assessment, clinical decision making, collaboration, communication, managing care, teaching and learning, accountability, advocacy, ethics, evidence-based practice, legal issues, quality improvement and safety. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop individualized goal-oriented care that supports the patients rights, dignity and autonomy. 2. Utilize critical thinking and evidence to provide safe, quality care. 3. Employ therapeutic communication with patients, families and members of the health care team. 4. Discuss the influence of a patients cultural, ethnic and social backgrounds in the planning of care. 5. Apply legal and ethical standards of nursing to course assignments and activities. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Paramedic to RN Program (AAS). Corequisite: NURS 2025. FA, SP
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• NURS 2025: Paramedic to RN Nursing Skills Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  This course will provide the opportunity for students to learn, practice and achieve competency in basic nursing skills including but not limited to physical assessment, basic cares, central line access and medication administration. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Contrast the Paramedic and the RN needed attributes to meet the needs of patients when performing basic nursing skills. 2. Differentiate the Paramedic and the RN skills to work with others when performing basic nursing skills. 3. Perform the RN skills necessary to maintain therapeutic communication with members of the healthcare team 4. Describe how to provide basic nursing care to patients based on the patient's individual background. 5. Represent the legal parameters of adherence to the RN scope of practice while providing nursing care to simulated patients. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission into the Utah Tech University Paramedic to RN Program (AAS). FA, SP
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• NURS 2030: LPN to RN Transition Course

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Emphasis is on role transition from LPN to RN, nursing process as well as the role and competencies of the associate degree nurse. Concepts will include: nursing scope of practice, holistic assessment, clinical decision making, collaboration, communication, managing care, teaching and learning, accountability, advocacy, ethics, evidence based practice, legal issues, quality improvement and safety. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Utilize the nursing process to demonstrate holistic, individualized care to patients and their families. 2. Incorporate all concepts within the domain of nursing to provide safe care. 3. Communicate effectively while providing therapeutic care. 4. Collaborate with all members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide therapeutic care. 5. Maintain professional mannerisms while adhering to standards of nursing practice, health policy, and quality improvement measures. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University LPN to RN Program (AAS). Corequisites: NURS 2035. FA
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• NURS 2035: LPN to RN Nursing Skills Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  This course examines the role of the registered nurse in performing nursing skills. The laboratory experience is provided to learn and perform nursing skills, and assist the student in identifying appropriate nursing responses to health needs. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Contrast the LPN and the RN needed attributes to meet the needs of patients when performing basic nursing skills. 2. Differentiate the LPN and the RN skills to work with others when performing basic nursing skills. 3. Perform the RN skills necessary to maintain therapeutic communication with members of the healthcare team. 4. Describe how to provide basic nursing care to patients based on the patient's individual background. 5. Represent the legal parameters of adherence to the RN scope of practice while performing basic nursing skills. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission into the Utah Tech University LPN to RN Program (AAS). FA, SP
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