2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MUTH 120 - Musicianship I
2 hours
A course in developing basic musicianship. Rhythm, sight-singing, and melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation are covered. For Music majors and minors. Student must be enrolled concurrently in piano and MUTH 130 . UG
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MUTH 130 - Harmony I
3 hours
A course in the study of diatonic harmony through analysis and partwriting. Emphasis on harmonization, voice-leading, and harmonic progression. Student must be concurrently enrolled in piano and MUTH 120 . Prerequisite(s): Theory Placement Exam. UG
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MUTH 131 - Musicianship II
2 hours
A continuation of MUTH 120 that culminates with taking the Rudimentary Music Skills Exam. Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 120 . UG
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MUTH 135 - Musicianship III
2 hours
A continuation of MUTH 131 . Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 131 . UG
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MUTH 150 - Composition Forum
1 hour
This course lays the foundation for continued study in composition by freely experimenting with various textures and styles of music, and by developing listening skills. Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor. UG
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MUTH 230 - Harmony II
3 hours
A continuation of MUTH 130 covering seventh chords, chords of secondary function, modulations, and augmented sixth chords. The course culminates with taking the Rudimentary Music Skills Exam. Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 130 . UG
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MUTH 232 - Harmony III
3 hours
A study of the dissolution of tonality, tonal center, and rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic practices of the 20th century. Emphasis on analysis and composition. Prerequisite(s): grade of ‘C’ or higher in MUTH 230 . UG
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MUTH 242 - Electronic Composition
2 hours
Exploration of compositional possibilities within the electronic medium; deepening understanding of tone production and sound mixing techniques; applying orchestration, counterpoint, and improvisation to create electronic and/or electroacoustic compositions. Course may be repeated for continued study. Prerequisite(s): MUED 240 UG
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MUTH 250 - Composition I
2 hours
Music composition is applied study in the creation of original abstract music. The creative impulse is developed by gaining an understanding melody, harmony, rhythm, and motive and phrase structure. Simple forms, such as binary and ternary, and theme and variations will be explored. The creation of an original music work is to be performed in recital. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 150 and permission of instructor. UG
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MUTH 260 - Jazz Theory I
2 hours
The study of fundamental theoretical concepts and tools necessary to understand jazz and contemporary harmony and theory in a diatonic context. This will apply to instrumental performance, compositional and arranging skill, music pedagogy, and overall musicianship in jazz and contemporary genres. The main course elements are: jazz notation and nomenclature; chord structures, function, and extensions; Roman numeral and functional analysis; common jazz and contemporary chord progressions; melodic function and analysis; re-harmonization techniques; chord-scales and commonly used scales in these genres; the blues form; modal theory and harmony. UG
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MUTH 300 - Form and Analysis
2 hours
A progressive study of musical form of all style periods from the motive through the sonata and concerto. Descriptive and reduction analysis are covered. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 230 or approval of instructor. UG
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MUTH 320 - Counterpoint
2 hours
A course in tonal counterpoint of the 17th and 18th centuries. Fugue as both a form and as a compositional technique is studied. Emphasis on writing culminates in the composition of a three-voice fugue with two counter subjects. Offered alternate years. UG
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MUTH 325 - Choral Arranging
2 hours
Introduces the techniques of scoring for choral ensembles. Involves the arranging of various musical works for vocal solo, women’s choir, men’s choir, mixed choir, and children’s choir. Arrangements will involve the study of vocal range, balance between voices, and syntax or the proper handling of text. UG
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MUTH 330 - Advanced Music Technology
2 hours
A continuation of Music Technology with emphasis on digital software. Exploration and application for using technology in composition will be included. Prerequisite(s): MUED 240 . UG
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MUTH 360 - Jazz Theory II
2 hours
Covers advanced jazz and contemporary harmony and theory. These concepts apply to instrumental performance, compositional and arranging skill, music pedagogy, and overall musicianship in jazz and contemporary genres. The main elements of this course include: function and analysis of secondary dominants and interpolated IImin7 (secondary-supertonic) chords, extended dominant and the use of tritone substitution dominant chords (SubV7); modulation and temporary tonic; modal interchange concept; re-harmonization techniques and the use of non-diatonic chords and altered tensions; analysis of common idiom chord progressions with non-diatonic chords; advanced chords nomenclature; use of upper-structure (hybrid) chords and multifunctional chord structures; chromatic approach chords; non-functional harmony; jazz-minor, harmonic minor scales and modes, and advanced chord-scales. UG
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MUTH 401 - Practices in Contemporary Music
3 hours
An independent study in which students compare and analyze various works of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Works will be studied and comparisons drawn between various music styles in terms of form, timbre, harmonic language, rhythmic complexity, media types, and notational systems. UG
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MUTH 420 - Composition II
2 hours
A continuation of MUTH 250 , composing in larger forms and a variety of styles utilizing different musical media. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 250 . UG
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MUTH 425 - Instrumental Arranging
2 hours
The study of arranging music works for instrumental solo and band and orchestra ensembles. Concepts of range, balance and timbre, and studio versus live performance arranging will be explored. Students will be asked to complete arranging projects assigned by the professor. UG
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MUTH 494 - Instrumentation
2 hours
Range and transposition of the orchestra; timbres of instruments individually and in combination; arranging for small groups and for full orchestras. Emphasis will be placed on arranging for school orchestras, with limited instrumentation and players of moderate ability. UG
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MUVO 101 - Preparatory Voice
1 hour
Class study incorporating lectures and practical applications for confidence, poise, posture, diaphragmatic breathing, and analysis of vocal performance. Vocalises are taught as a means of improving technique and correcting vocal faults. An examination is required at the end of the semester. Placement by Voice faculty. Course may be repeated for credit. UG
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MUVO 107 - Class Voice
2 hours
Class study incorporating lectures and practical applications for confidence, poise, posture, diaphragmatic breathing, controlling registers, resonance, vowels, consonants, legato, interpretation and expression, analysis of vocal performance, and the fundamentals of Italian diction. Vocalises are taught as a means of improving technique and correcting vocal faults. The repertoire includes art songs (some in Italian) and other literature as appropriate. An examination is required at the end of the semester. Placement by Voice faculty. Course may be repeated for credit. UG
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MUVO 109 - Voice for Non-majors/minors
2 hours
Private instruction for non-Music majors/minors. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom through correct approach to vowels and consonants; rhythm, intervals, scales, arpeggios; stage deportment. Repertoire selected at discretion of teacher. Four semesters of MUVO 109 must be completed prior to enrolling in MUVO 309 . Placement by Voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 111 - Voice for Music Majors/minors
2 hours
Private voice instruction for Music majors and minors. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom through correct approach to vowels and consonants; rhythm, intervals, scales, arpeggios; stage deportment. Repertoire includes art songs in English, Italian, French, and German; oratorio and operatic arias; and other literature as appropriate. Required participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ). A jury/examination is required at the end of each semester. Two hours each semester until student passes the Upper-Division Hearing. Placement by Voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 115 - Contemporary Voice
2 hours
Private voice instruction focusing on contemporary commercial music styles, with primary focus on Broadway techniques. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom; stage deportment. Repertoire includes selections from Broadway and cross-over shows, and other literature as appropriate. Specific attention will be given to the healthy, functional differences between classical, “legit,” and “belting” techniques. Required participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ) and end of semester jury. Placement by voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 240 - Diction I
2 hours
The physiology of diction; introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA); study of the rules of pronunciation for English, Italian, and Latin; practical application to solo and choral literature. UG
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MUVO 250 - Diction II
2 hours
Continuation of applications from MUVO 240 ; study of the rules of pronunciation for German and French; practical application to advanced solo voice literature. Prerequisite(s): MUVO 240 . UG
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MUVO 309 - Voice for Non-majors/minors
2 hours
Private instruction for non-Music majors/minors. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom through correct approach to vowels and consonants; rhythm, intervals, scales, arpeggios; stage deportment. Repertoire selected at discretion of teacher. Four semesters of MUVO 109 must be completed prior to enrolling in MUVO 309 . Placement by Voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 311 - Voice for Music Majors/minors
2 hours
Continued technical development; sustained tone of bel canto; ornamentation, interpretation, tone color; pronunciation, enunciation, and articulation. Repertoire includes more advanced art songs in English, Italian, French, and German; oratorio and operatic arias; and other literature as appropriate. Requires participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ) as assigned. Two hours each semester until student is approved for senior recital. The candidate for graduation must present a recital including literature of the major periods, in original languages, demonstrating an understanding of various styles. (See MUAP 495 for time requirements). Prerequisite(s): four semesters of MUVO 111 and successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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MUVO 315 - Contemporary Voice
2 hours
Private voice instruction focusing on contemporary commercial music styles, with primary focus on Broadway techniques. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom; stage deportment. Repertoire includes selections from Broadway and cross-over shows, and other literature as appropriate. Specific attention will be given to the healthy, functional differences between classical, “legit,” and “belting” techniques. Required participation in studio class (MUAP 050 ) and end of semester jury. Placement by voice faculty. UG
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MUVO 320 - Seminar in Vocal Performance
2 hours
A seminar-style course specifically designed for upper level voice majors who plan to pursue graduate study or professional careers in performance, or both. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, genre-specific diction and vocal technique, body movement and stagecraft, genre-specific repertoire, ensemble and accompanist issues, auditioning procedures and techniques. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of Upper-Division Hearing. UG
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Natural Sciences |
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NSCI 331 - Computing Foundations for Scientists
3 hours
Same as COMP 331 . UG
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Nursing |
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NRSG 301 - Introduction to Informatics and Professional Nursing
3 hours
This course presents an overview of concepts for professional nursing practice and nursing informatics. The historical, philosophical, and professional perspectives are presented as the genesis for the development of professional nursing. Emphasis is placed upon the theoretical basis for the science of nursing. Also included in the module are the concepts of communication between health providers to assist nurses in obtaining health information, and to assist nurses as they develop health education materials and health presentations. CS
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NRSG 326 - Community Health Nursing
3 hours
The focus of this course is on the role of a nurse in the health and well-being of the community. Health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance of local communities are assessed and evaluated. The health care delivery system, cultural diversity, ethics, and sociopolitical forces are examined. High risk population aggregates are studied and the roles of various community and public health nurses are explored. Resources investigated will include community agencies, clinics, and government agencies. 15 Practicum/project hours required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 342 - Transcultural Nursing
3 hours
In this course, the development of cultural sensitivity is studied. Learners design the delivery of culturally appropriate nursing care incorporating the role and function of the family across the life span. CS
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NRSG 350 - Health Assessment
3 hours
The focus of this course is to strengthen physical assessment knowledge through the understanding of selected assessment processes. Emphasis is placed on the respiratory, circulatory, abdominal, and neurological systems as to the nursing history, examination, and documentation. CS
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NRSG 360 - Pathophysiology
3 hours
The focus of this course is to strengthen the understanding of selected pathophysiologic processes. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of common pathophysiologic processes and their relationship with current health issues utilizing evidence-based nursing practice. CS
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NRSG 361 - Pharmacology
3 hours
This course helps the licensed nurse better understand clinically relevant pharmacological concepts and principles. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students continue to build upon previous knowledge of assessment, implementation, and evaluation of pharmacotherapeutics. CS
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NRSG 395 - Nursing Research
3 hours
This course provides the basic foundation for an understanding of nursing research. Included in the course are an overview of nursing research, steps in the research process, research designs, research methodology, data collection and analysis, and utilization of research. Prerequisite(s): MTH 120 . CS
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NRSG 436 - The Global Community
3 hours
This course is designed to provide an overview of international health issues and the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse communities. Students will analyze the health of global communities and discuss potential avenues of health promotion, health protection, health prevention, and health maintenance. Target populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access and sociopolitical forces. Principles of epidemiology are explored and the effects of environmental health issues are evaluated. 15 Practicum/project hours are required to complete course. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 326 . CS
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NRSG 443 - Global & Transcultural Nursing
3 hours
In this course, the development of cultural sensitivity is studied and an overview of global health issues is provided, along with the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse communities. Students will analyze and discuss potential avenues of health promotion, health protection, health prevention, and health maintenance. Target populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access and sociopolitical forces along with cultural considerations. Learners design delivery of culturally appropriate nursing care incorporating the role and function of the family across the life span. 15 practicum/project hours required to complete course. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 326 . CS
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NRSG 445 - Families in Crisis
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity to study the nurse’s role in counseling patients and families. This course will challenge the learner to explore the counseling profession and adapt counseling approaches to the nursing role. Students will reflect on self-care and self-growth during this course. Students will identify an approach to counseling that will relate to the patients/clients treated in their professional field. CS
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NRSG 448 - Introduction to Faith Community Nursing
3 hours
Faith community nursing (FCN) is recognized as a specialty nursing practice that combines professional nursing and health ministry. In this course, students will learn about spirituality professionalism, wholistic health, the faith community, and the Scope and Standards of Faith Community Nursing (FCN). CS
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NRSG 463 - Leadership/Management in Nursing
3 hours
This course is the study of management and leadership theories, principles, and concepts. This course will focus on transforming personal leadership. Emphasis is placed on facilitating professional leadership behavior. 15 Practicum/project hours are required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 467 - Leadership and Issues in Health Care, Law, and Ethics
3 hours
This course is the study of leadership and management theories, principles, and concepts along with a critical examination of the issues facing the nursing profession in the 21st century. This course will focus on facilitating professional leadership while gaining knowledge of healthcare law. The goal is to enhance learners’ understanding of leadership roles ethical management and leadership roles and current laws in the healthcare setting. 15 practicum/project hours required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 470 - Issues in Health Care, Law, and Ethics
3 hours
A critical examination of the profession of nursing in the 21st century will be analyzed within theoretical frameworks. Topics will include legal, ethical, political, and professional issues that will challenge students. These timely topics will be presented in a way that will provoke thought, dialogue, and debate. The future of nursing within the evolving health-care system will be speculated. 15 Practicum/project hours required to complete course. CS
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NRSG 501 - Theoretical and Professional Foundations of Nursing
3 hours
This course provides an opportunity to explore theoretical models of practice in healthcare systems. The relationship between nursing systems models and other disciplines are examined. An emphasis is placed on developing a foundation for application of professional practice through using a systems approach. Prerequisite(s): All BSN courses in RN-to-MSN program, or concurrent. CS
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NRSG 526 - Moral/Ethical Decision-Making
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity to study the nurses’ role in moral and ethical decision making. This course will challenge the learner to examine moral and ethical value systems when encountering patients with acute and chronic disease processes. This course will allow the nurse to analyze the impact of moral, spiritual, ethical, social, and political values, as they relate to professional practice. Discussion centers on recognizing physiological, moral, ethical, and spiritual variance among cultural norms and health care practices in varied racial and ethnic backgrounds. Students will reflect on their personal values as they relate to moral and ethical decision making, the role of change agent for others and nursing implications for professional, spiritual, and personal growth. Prerequisite(s): All 300 and 400 level BSN courses in RN-MSN program and required general education courses. CS
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NRSG 621 - Teaching Roles and Strategies
3 hours
Teaching as a profession is explored along with the role of an educator, the learning process, and teachers as leaders, mentors, and role models. Educational philosophy is examined including student centered learning. Students will examine factors that influence learning, explore critical topics in education, accreditation, educational organizations, funding, cultural diversity, and gender sensitivity. Students will begin to determine a personal teaching philosophy and determine appropriateness of various teaching strategies. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the first section of NRSG 651 . Prerequisite(s): All core courses, NRSG 629 . GR
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NRSG 622 - Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Evaluation
3 hours
This course will prepare the student to design curriculum and evaluate its effectiveness. Students will design, implement, and assess outcomes through a mini curriculum project. The student will consider their personal educational philosophy when determining ways to engage learners and assess learning outcomes. Various methods of course delivery are considered including distance delivery, online modalities, and emerging trends in education. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the second section of NRSG 651 . Prerequisite(s): NRSG 621 . GR
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NRSG 624 - Evaluation in Nursing Education
3 hours
The student will integrate, apply, and evaluate the principles and concepts relative to a graduate level nurse educator. The students will build on their plans to design, implement, and evaluate a teaching component related to their specializations and practice settings. Students will critically reflect on their knowledge and revise their personal development plan. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the third section of NRSG 651 . Prerequisite(s): NRSG 622 . GR
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NRSG 626 - Moral/Ethical Decision Making
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity to study the nurses’ role in moral and ethical decision-making. This course will challenge the learner to examine moral and ethical value systems when encountering patients with acute and chronic disease processes. This course will allow the nurse to analyze the impact of moral, spiritual, ethical, social, and political values, as they relate to professional practice. Discussions center on recognizing physiological, moral, ethical, and spiritual variance among cultural norms and health care practices in varied racial and ethnic backgrounds. Students will reflect on their personal values as they relate to moral and ethical decision-making, the role of change agents for others and nursing implications to professional, spiritual and personal growth. GR
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NRSG 627 - Professional Role Development of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
3 hours
This course examines advanced practice nursing concepts, such as professional role development and practice, leadership, healthcare delivery systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, healthcare policy, finance, education and personal obligation. The course builds on knowledge from moral and ethical decision-making theories and evidence-based practice. Opportunities are offered to examine Christian philosophical views of leadership, change theory, barriers to change, and effective leadership strategies. Students will define their role, as it applies to their practicum and future practice, as an APRN. GR
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NRSG 628 - Nursing Informatics
3 hours
This course prepares students to use information systems and technology to support and improve patient care and to impact healthcare systems. This course builds on basic computer competencies and focuses on information literacy and management, including both electronic patient health information and provider decision support resources. Ethical and legal issues specific to the use of informatics will be explored in this course. GR
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NRSG 629 - Professional Role Development of the Nurse Educator and Nurse Leader/Manager
3 hours
This course examines concepts of professional role development as a Nurse Educator in undergraduate nursing education or a Nurse Leader/Manager. These concepts include professional practice, assessment, teaching and learning strategies, evaluation, healthcare delivery systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, healthcare policy, finance, and personal obligation. The course builds on knowledge from moral and ethical decision-making theories and evidence-based practice. Opportunities to examine Christian philosophical views of leadership, change theory, barriers to change, and effective leadership strategies are explored. Students will define their role, including competencies, as they apply to the MSN practicum and future practice. GR
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NRSG 631 - Nurse as a Leader and Manager of Care
3 hours
This course will examine various models of organizational, managerial, and leadership theory. The student will review mid-level and senior managerial and leadership roles within a health care organization. The student will consider trends in nursing and health care as a means to predict practice change. Theories on change, leadership, concepts of power, and empowerment will be examined as they relate to administrative roles. Students will clarify personal values as they relate to leadership attributes and determine their role in improving quality of nursing services. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the first section of NRSG 651 . Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, NRSG 629 . GR
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NRSG 646 - Healthcare Financial and Resource Management
3 hours
In this course the student will integrate the concepts of leader, manager, and change agent as they relate to the health care environment. Consideration is given to mission, strategic planning, finance, systems analysis, and forecasting. Responsible management of human, fiscal, and physical resources is examined in the complexity of the health care organization. Strategies to ensure a quality workplace, staff support, and retention are discussed. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the second section of NRSG 651 . Prerequisite(s): NRSG 631 . GR
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NRSG 647 - Transforming Leadership in Nursing
3 hours
This course provides the opportunity for participants to integrate and apply previously learned principles and concepts relative to a graduate level manager and leader. The student will critically reflect on their knowledge and submit a business plan specific for the practicum site. Course requirement includes a congruent 50-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the third section of NRSG 651 . Prerequisite(s): NRSG 646 . GR
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NRSG 651 - MSN Practicum
3 hours
The practicum proposal will be submitted during the first didactic course of the practicum experience, NRSG 627 . Experiences and previous coursework can be used as the foundation for the 150 -hour practicum project, with a self-selected approved preceptor, where students apply the knowledge gained in the didactic courses of the specialty tracks. In addition, advanced pain management pathophysiology, assessment of pain and related symptoms, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of pain guide discussions and assignments in each section of this course, designed to give graduate students in nursing advanced knowledge of pain management. The knowledge in this course may be used for clinical practice which emphasizes a multimodal analgesic approach. Various lectures by pain management experts, scholarly internet sources, websites of pain management societies, scholarly publications, classic and recent pain management research, as well as the core curriculum for the Advanced Pain Management Certification will be utilized. A 30-hour practical clinical experience in a pain management clinic, with a self-selected approved preceptor, allows the student to assess, evaluate, and apply the knowledge gained in this course. In total the student completes 180 hours during this practicum course. This practicum is divided into three sections, corresponding with the didactic courses in the Education Track (NRSG 621 , NRSG 622 , and NRSG 624 ) and Leadership/Management Track (NRSG 631 , NRSG 646 , and NRSG 647 ), which are taken congruently with this course. Each section of this course is 1 credit hour, for a total of 3 credit hours. Prerequisite(s): All core courses. GR
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NRSG 653 - Theoretical and Professional Foundations for Nursing
3 hours
This course provides an opportunity to explore theoretical models of practice in healthcare systems. The relationship between nursing systems models and other disciplines is examined. An emphasis is placed on developing a foundation for application of professional practice through using a systems approach. GR
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NRSG 665 - FNP Practicum
12 hours
This experience focuses on the synthesis of previously gained knowledge and skills in the provision of advanced nursing care to individuals, families, and communities. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, disease prevention, and clinical management of clients with common acute and chronic illness. The students will fulfill 720 total clinical hours in their practicum. This practicum is divided into six sections, corresponding with the didactic courses in the FNP track. Self-selected preceptors are approved consistent with each didactic course’s population focus. This course is taken concurrently with NRSG 667 , NRSG 668 , NRSG 669 , NRSG 670 , NRSG 671 and NRSG 672 . GR
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NRSG 667 - Acute and Episodic Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of acute and episodic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic, and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common acute and episodic health problems in the primary care of adults and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the first section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 627 . GR
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NRSG 668 - Women’s Health Therapeutics and Management Across the Lifespan
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of women’s reproductive, acute, episodic, and chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic, and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of women’s reproductive, acute, episodic, and chronic health problems in primary care across the lifespan. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the second section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All core courses, or MSN degree. NRSG 627 and NRSG 667 with 120 practicum hours completed. GR
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NRSG 669 - Children’s Health Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of children’s acute, episodic, developmental, and chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of children’s acute, episodic, developmental, and chronic health problems in primary care. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the third section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All core courses, or MSN degree. NRSG 627 and NRSG 668 with 240 practicum hours completed. GR
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NRSG 670 - Chronic Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common chronic health problems in the primary care of adults and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the fourth section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All core courses, or MSN degree. NRSG 627 and NRSG 669 with 360 practicum hours completed. GR
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NRSG 671 - Complex Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of common complex health issues of adults and geriatrics for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current evidence-based guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common complex health problems in the family primary care of adult and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with an approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the fifth section of NRSG 665 with an approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 667 , NRSG 670 with 480 practicum hours completed. GR
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NRSG 672 - Complex Children’s and Women’s Health Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of common complex health issues in women and children for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current evidence-based guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common complex health issues in the family primary care of children and women patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with an approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the sixth section of NRSG 665 with an approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 668 , NRSG 669 with 600 practicum hours completed. GR
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NRSG 673 - Advanced Pathophysiology I
2 hours
Advanced Pathophysiology I is the first course of two, focusing on advanced pathophysiology. This is the start of a three-part series which provides the scientific foundation for advanced nursing. This course focuses on the etiology, manifestations, and consequences of human pathological processes across the lifespan via an in-depth examination of genetics, risk, prevention, pathogenesis, morphology, and health impact. Case studies explore clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and the process of team collaborative decision making in recognizing the appropriate treatment in primary care. GR
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NRSG 674 - Advanced Pathophysiology II
2 hours
Advanced Pathophysiology II is the second course of two, focusing on advanced pathophysiology. This is the start of a three-part series which provides the scientific foundation for advanced nursing. This course focuses on the etiology, manifestations, and consequences of human pathological processes across the lifespan via an in-depth examination of genetics, risk, prevention, pathogenesis, morphology, and health impact. Case studies explore clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and the process of team collaborative decision making in recognizing the appropriate treatment in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 673 . GR
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NRSG 675 - Advanced Pharmacology I
2 hours
This course integrates the knowledge of pathophysiology with the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, physiological considerations, adverse reactions, contraindications, interactions, compliance concerns, and other issues that pertain to the use of pharmacological interventions in advanced nursing. Case studies explore the process for selecting effective, safe, and cost-efficient pharmacologic or integrative regimens in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 674 . GR
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NRSG 676 - Advanced Pharmacology II
2 hours
This course integrates the knowledge of pathophysiology with the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, physiological considerations, adverse reactions, contraindications, interactions, compliance concerns, and other issues that pertain to the use of pharmacological interventions in advanced nursing. Case studies explore the process for selecting effective, safe, and cost-efficient pharmacologic or integrative regimens in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 674 , NRSG 675 . GR
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NRSG 677 - Advanced Health Assessment I
2 hours
This course builds on pathophysiological and pharmacological principles, and expands knowledge and skills of physical examination and psychosocial, spiritual, risk, and functional assessment for advanced nursing. A systematic process for health screening, diagnostic reasoning, and the triangulation of laboratory, radiographic, and other data in the identification of health problems are included. Case studies explore the process and documentation of health assessment in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 674 . GR
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NRSG 678 - Advanced Health Assessment II
2 hours
This course builds on pathophysiological and pharmacological principles, and expands knowledge and skills of physical examination and psychosocial, spiritual, risk, and functional assessment for advanced nursing. A systematic process for health screening, diagnostic reasoning, and the triangulation of laboratory, radiographic, and other data in the identification of health problems are included. Case studies explore the process and documentation of health assessment in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 674 , NRSG 677 . GR
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NRSG 679 - Evidence-Based Practice and Project Proposal Development I
2 hours
This course provides an opportunity to examine the foundation for best practice, evidence-based nursing practice. An overview of qualitative and quantitative methodology, analysis of literature, research process, and data analysis will be presented. Strategies for devising research are explored and applied through an evidence-based practice (EBP) research proposal. GR
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NRSG 680 - Evidence-Based Practice and Project Proposal Development II
2 hours
This course provides an opportunity to examine the foundation for best practice, evidence-based nursing practice. An overview of qualitative and quantitative methodology, analysis of literature, research process, and data analysis will be presented. Strategies for devising research are explored and applied through an evidence-based practice (EBP) research proposal. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 679 . GR
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NRSG 685 - FNP Immersion Experience
0 hours
This course is organized to offer a hands-on experience for FNP students to acquire new knowledge on medically managing chief complaints and practice advanced nursing skills commonly encountered among patients across the life span in primary-care health care settings. The purpose is to create a safe environment that introduces the FNP student to their approaching practicum experience while engaging with their classmates. The immersion week will focus on evidenced-based experiential learning that will ensure high-quality patient outcomes under the supervision of the NP faculty members. There will be an emphasis on the transition into the FNP role as an ethical leader and the impact that the student has on the organization as a whole. The immersion experience should take place during, or as close as possible to, the first didactic and congruent practicum course. FNP students will receive credit for up to 45-direct practicum hours applied toward their 120-practicum hours in the first practicum course (or the one closest to when the elective is taken). Prerequisite(s): NRSG 627 and NRSG 677 . Corequisite(s): NRSG 678 . GR
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NUR 202 - Introduction to Professional Nursing
2 hours
In this course the dynamic health care delivery system is explored in relationship to the practice of nursing. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for decision making. Medical terminology is introduced as the basis for health care communication. Test-taking skills and study habits are reinforced. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. CS
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NUR 206 - Health Assessment
3 hours
This course will build on the knowledge attained in the foundational science courses with emphasis on the well individual. Content includes assessment of major body systems of the adult. Time will be spent perfecting assessment skills. The course will culminate with the student performing a complete history and physical. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite(s): NUR 207 , NUR 226 . CS
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NUR 207 - Fundamentals of Nursing
6 hours
Foundational nursing knowledge and interventions are introduced within the interactive online environment, practiced in the skills lab, and utilized in the clinical setting. The nursing process and its application to a plan of care will be initiated. Health assessment skills will be utilized in combination with beginning nursing skills in the practicum setting. Basic nursing concepts and skills will be expanded upon and refined throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite(s): NUR 206 , NUR 226 . CS
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NUR 226 - Pharmacology for Nurses I
2 hours
This course provides a foundation of pharmacological concepts and principles for the beginning nursing student. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students learn to assess, implement, and evaluate pharmacotherapeutics. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite(s): NUR 206 , NUR 207 . CS
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NUR 327 - Pharmacology for Nurses II
2 hours
This course continues to provide a foundation of pharmacological concepts and principles for the beginning nursing student. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students learn to assess, implement, and evaluate pharmacotherapeutics. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. Corequisite(s): NUR 349 . CS
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NUR 335 - Community Health and Population-Focused Care
2 hours
Focus of this course is the theoretical foundation of the nurse’s role in the health and well-being at a local, state, and national level. Health promotion, health prevention, and health maintenance are assessed and evaluated in relation to sociopolitical forces and the health care delivery system. The effects of the environment on health are analyzed, and modification of risk factor in aggregates is explored, along with principles of epidemiology. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 3 courses. CS
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NUR 340 - Transcultural Family Nursing
3 hours
Focuses on developing insights into the diverse cultural venue. An emphasis is on transcultural nursing and its contribution to holistic healthcare. Theories related to both the family and transcultural nursing will be explored. The assessment element of the nursing process is discussed in relation to the nurses’ role to provide culturally competent care. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. CS
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NUR 342 - Mental Health Nursing
4 hours
This course presents the theoretical and clinical foundation of ethical and professional nursing care to individuals and small groups experiencing acute and chronic behavioral problems. The needs of individuals with mental illness as they impact the family and the community will be discussed. Students will apply the principles of therapeutic communication and the nursing process in this diverse setting. Selected therapeutic groups will be observed and group/individual assignments completed. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. CS
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NUR 349 - Adult Health Nursing I
6 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and chronic illnesses and the application of that theory are the focus of this medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills are developed by refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of clinical areas and simulated clinical case scenarios provide the students with a diverse patient population in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. CS
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NUR 378 - Childbearing Family Health
4 hours
The theoretical foundation of nursing care for the childbearing family during pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal periods is the focus of this course. Women’s health issues and genetic considerations are addressed as they relate to the childbearing family. Community resources appropriate for the childbearing family are explored. Nursing research, cultural, sociopolitical, and legal aspects applicable to the childbearing family are studied. ANA and AWHONN standards are addressed. Students will spend time in the clinical setting observing and providing care for the childbearing family. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 388 - Gerontology and Palliative Care
2 hours
This course focuses on the provision of holistic nursing care to the older adult. Students will explore the role of the professional nurse in the assessment of the older adults’ physical, psychological, and spiritual needs. Theories of aging, as they relate to the promotion of health and wellness, chronic illness, palliative and end-of-life care will also be discussed. Additional content will include the legal, ethical, social, and cultural concerns of aging. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. CS
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NUR 415 - Child Health Nursing
4 hours
Provides a theoretical and clinical practice foundation for nursing care of children and adolescents. An emphasis is placed on evidence- based practice and family-centered atraumatic nursing care for the child. Health and wellness as related to the developmental levels is explored. Students will apply the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills in the care of both acute and chronically ill children and adolescents. Clinical reasoning is emphasized in this course as well as patient safety and quality improvement. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 439 - Adult Health Nursing II
6 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and chronic illnesses and the application of that theory are the focus of this medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills continue to improve by refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of clinical areas and simulated clinical case scenarios provide the students with a diverse patient population in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 449 - Adult Health Nursing III
4 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and complex multi-system dysfunction and the application of that theory are the focus of this advanced medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills are synthesized by further refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of simulated clinical case scenarios expose the students to patients experiencing end-of-life symptom severity, co-morbidities, and complications in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 3 courses. Corequisite(s): NUR 478 . CS
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NUR 450 - The Global Community
2 hours
This course presents the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse global communities. Students will discuss health promotion, health prevention, and health maintenance of the global communities. Populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access, sociopolitical, and socioeconomic, forces. The effects of the global environment on health are analyzed and modification of risk factors in aggregates is explored, along with principles of epidemiology. Students will apply theory during a practicum/project experience. Prerequisite(s): NUR 335 . CS
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NUR 456 - Leadership and Trends in Nursing
3 hours
This course will cover the concepts of management: delegation, scheduling, budgeting, conflict management and interprofessional communication. The perception of appropriate ‘following’ behaviors as preparation for management responsibilities is examined. The understanding of a nurse’s role as patient advocate in ethical dilemmas will be investigated. Current healthcare issues focused on the profession of nursing will be analyzed. This course will also prepare the student to assume a beginning nursing leadership and management role with a focus on interactions with health care team members. Theories, organizational behavior theories, and leadership styles that are relevant to the practice of nursing management are analyzed. The application of leadership skills enhances students’ skills in maintaining best practices and standards of care. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 466 - Nursing Research
3 hours
This course focuses on the research process. Students will discuss the ethical, moral, legal, and professional concerns pertinent to the research process. Emphasis is on the importance of life-long learning as a foundation for evidence-based nursing practice and research utilization. Students will critique selected research articles. Each student will identify a research problem and develop an individual research proposal. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. CS
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NUR 478 - Synthesis and Capstone in Nursing
5 hours
This capstone practicum course places the student with an experienced RN Preceptor who helps the student with their continued development of patient analysis, professional team communication, documentation, clinical judgment & critical thinking, prioritizing, and delegating. Students complete 225 capstone hours and attend simulations and/or workshops, which provide an opportunity for a shared debriefing of clinical experiences. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors in all interactions. An emphasis upon professional role development and providing comprehensive care for a patient group is made in final preparation for entry into professional nursing. A program-end Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI) review course assists with final preparation for the NCLEX as entry into practice. Successful completion of the HESI predictor test is required to complete this course. See nursing handbook for full policy. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 3 courses. Corequisite(s): NUR 449 . CS
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NURS 180 - Nursing Seminar I
1 hour
This course focuses on the synthesis of knowledge and skills gained from Fundamentals, Health Assessment, and Introduction to Pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on introducing students to critical thinking skills as they participate in a variety of active learning experiences. Prerequisite(s): NURS 202 and admission to the Nursing Program. Corequisite(s): NURS 206 , NURS 207 , NURS 227 , and NURS 388 . UG
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NURS 202 - Introduction to Professional Nursing
3 hours
This course provides the learner with an overview of professional nursing as well as the various nursing roles found in a dynamic health care delivery system. Introductory nursing concepts and basic procedural skills are presented within the classroom, the interactive online environment, and practiced in the skills lab and clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 211 , BIOL 246 , and BIOL 247 , passing score on HESI A2 exam, and a cumulative GPA of > 2.75. Prereq/Corequisite(s): ENGL 210 , CHEM 101 /CHEM 103 , PSYC 200 , SOCY 120 , FACS 126 , MATH 120 , BIOL 330 , BIOL 356 , and COMM 105 . UG
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NURS 206 - Health Assessment
3 hours
This course will build on the knowledge attained in the foundational science courses with emphasis on the well individual. Content includes assessment of major body systems of the adult. Time will be spent perfecting assessment skills. The course will culminate with the student performing a complete history and physical. Prerequisite(s): NURS 202 and admission to nursing program. Corequisite(s): NURS 180 , NURS 207 , NURS 227 , and NURS 388 . UG
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NURS 207 - Fundamentals of Nursing
6 hours
This course will build on the preparatory knowledge attained in the pre-requisite science courses and Introduction to Professional Nursing. The emphasis of this course will be on the basic care of clients with acute or chronic illness. Foundational nursing knowledge and interventions are introduced within the classroom, the interactive online environment, practiced in the skills lab, and utilized in the clinical setting. The nursing process and its application to a plan of care will be initiated. Prerequisite(s): NURS 202 and admission to the Nursing Program. Corequisite(s): NURS 180 , NURS 206 , NURS 227 , and NURS 388 . UG
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NURS 227 - Introduction to Pharmacology
3 hours
This course will provide an overview of general principles of Pharmacology for nurses. Common drug categories and classifications will be presented to provide a foundation for further detailed study in subsequent nursing courses. Teaching modalities will include case studies, group work, quizzes, and interactive online work. Prerequisite(s): NURS 202 and admission to the Nursing Program. Corequisite(s): NURS 180 , NURS 206 , NURS 207 , and NURS 388 . UG
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NURS 280 - Nursing Seminar II
1 hour
This course focuses on the synthesis of knowledge and skills gained from Adult Health Nursing I, Mental Health Nursing, Transcultural Nursing, and Nursing Research. Emphasis is placed on the use of critical thinking skills as students participate in a variety of active learning experiences. Prerequisite(s): NURS 180 , NURS 206 , NURS 207 , NURS 227 , and NURS 388 . Corequisite(s): NURS 342 , NURS 349 , NURS 445 , and NURS 466 . UG
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NURS 315 - Fundamentals of Nursing II
4 hours
This course will build on the content presented in Fundamentals of Nursing I. Clinical skills are expanded and refined in the Virtual Learning Center along with an off-campus clinical site. Care plans will be developed for selected individuals utilizing beginning clinical judgment and the nursing process. Prerequisite(s): NURS 205 , NURS 206 , NURS 226 , BIOL 330 and FACS 126 . UG
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