May 04, 2024  
2021-2022 LSUA Catalog 
    
2021-2022 LSUA Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • MKTG 3430 - Advertising


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Fundamentals of advertising theory and practice; social and economic role of advertising; functions of advertising in marketing and communication. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3401  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MKTG 4203 - Agricultural Commodity Marketing and Risk Management


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Description and analysis of agricultural and interdependent commodity markets within the food and fiber systems of domestic and international markets; enhancing understanding of market structure and risk management on farms and in agribusiness through a simulated futures trading experience where quantitative and qualitative methods are used to manage risk in commodity portfolios. Offered as needed

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3401  
  
  • MKTG 4423 - Sales Management


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Principles of sales planning and control; organizing sales planning and control; organizing sales departments; developing territories; motivating sales persons; and controlling sales operations. Offered FA.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3401 .
  
  • MKTG 4440 - Marketing on the Internet


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Appreciation of marketing principles and practices pertaining to the use of the Internet by organizations. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3401 .
  
  • MKTG 4443 - International Marketing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Global marketing environment and analytical process; global marketing as all- encompassing; marketing systems in various countries; strategies for multinational and international operations. Offered FA, SP, SU.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3401  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MKTG 4451 - Marketing Management


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Analytical principles used in development of strategies for solving marketing problems; policy areas of product, price, channels, and promotion integrated in development of the firm’s total marketing effort. Offered FA, SP.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3401  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 1010 - Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    An introduction to the medical laboratory science profession and its organizational structure. Topics include the communication process; professional ethics; the legal aspects of laboratory service; lab mathematics; and basic quality control processes. Lab safety and basic instrumentation are also introduced. Open to all students interested in entering the MLT Program or any medical laboratory science discipline. Offered SP.

  
  • MLSC 2110 - Hematology I


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study of the formation, development, morphology, and function of various types of normal/abnormal blood cells; synthesis of hemoglobin; and laboratory diagnosis of anemias. Course includes laboratory practices that support and reinforce these studies. Offered SU.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 1010  and admission to the MLT Program; or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 2220 - Hematology II


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study of the pathophysiology of blood cells, especially the leukocytic line. Coagulation and hemorrhagic disorders will also be studied. Course includes laboratory practices in evaluation of abnormal blood smear and coagulation techniques. Offered FA.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2110  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 2230 - Medical Parasitology


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study of the morphology, physiology, life cycles, and epidemiology of human pathogenic parasites. Laboratory practices in the identification of these parasites. Offered SU.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 1010  and admission to the MLT program; or permission of instructor.

  
  • MLSC 2240 - Clinical Immunology and Serology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study of the basic aspects of the immune system and application of the antigen-antibody reaction in various disease states. Laboratory practices in the identification of these parasites. Offered FA.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2110  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 2250 - Clinical Chemistry I


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study of human biochemistry as an aid in the diagnosis of disease process including laboratory applications in body fluid analysis, manual biochemical procedures, and instrumentation. Offered FA.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 1010  and CHEM 1201 ; or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 2360 - Pathogenic Microbiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study, characterization, and identification of a representative spectrum of those microorganisms pathogenic to humans and the study of fungi. Laboratory practices in pathogenic microbial identification and differentiation. Offered SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in BIOL 2051  and MLSC 1010 ; or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 2370 - Immunohematology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    A study of basic theory and practice of immunohematology. Emphasis will be placed upon blood grouping, typing, and those services supplied by a blood collection and transfusion service. Offered FA.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2110  or permission of instructor; and a grade of “C” or higher or enrollment in MLSC 2240 .
  
  • MLSC 2380 - Clinical Chemistry II


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    The continuation of the study of human biochemistry as an aid to the diagnosis of disease process including laboratory applications in body fluid analysis, manual biochemical procedures and instrumentation. Offered SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2250  or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 2410 - Practicum I


    Credits: 2
    Clinical practice in a clinical affiliate. Emphasis is on developing and applying knowledge and technical skills in blood collection, clinical hematology, and coagulation clinical chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, urinalysis, and immunology/serology. Minimum of 160 clinical hours. Offered SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in all didactic and student laboratory MLSC courses.
  
  • MLSC 2420 - Practicum II


    Credits: 2
    This clinical practice is a continuation of MLSC 2410 . Minimum of 160 clinical hours. Offered SU.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in all didactic and student laboratory MLSC courses.
  
  • MLSC 2430 - Practicum III


    Credits: 3
    This clinical practice is a continuation of MLSC 2420 . Minimum of 160 clinical hours. Offered SU.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in all didactic and student laboratory MLSC courses.
  
  • MLSC 3000 - Advanced Hematology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    A study of hematological findings in anemias, leukemias, myeloproliferative disorders, myelodysplastic syndromes, lymphomas, plasma cell diseases, and various types of infections. Also includes an overview of hematology instrumentation. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2220  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 3010 - Advanced Immunohematology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    A study of laboratory techniques with emphasis on the resolution of problems in the preparation and administration of blood components. Also includes a review of immunohematology instrumentation. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2370  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 3020 - Advanced Clinical Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    A study of basic principles of analytical and biochemistry as they relate to the analysis of chemical constituents in body fluids and relationship to disease states. Also includes a review of clinical chemistry instrumentation. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2380  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 3030 - Advanced Pathogenic Microbiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    A study of select clinically significant and emerging bacteria, clinical mycology, virology, and parasitology. Also includes a review of automated microbiology instrumentation. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2360  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 3040 - Molecular Diagnostics


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    A study of the theory used in the clinical laboratory for molecular diagnosis and management of human diseases. Also includes an overview of laboratory instrumentation used in the molecular diagnosis of diseases. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 2240  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 3050 - Professional Practices Seminar I


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Professional issues related to the practice of medical laboratory science, including research design and statistics; requirements for the performance of human research; educational methodology; and laboratory management. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): admission to MLS program or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 3311 - Basic Forensics Lab


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    Beginning basic study in the field of Forensic Science. Topics and hands on case studies which include crime lab organization, physical evidence collection and processing, microscope analysis of forensic specimens, and screening tests for blood traces. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): credit for or enrollment in CJUS 3310  and any natural science or biology course; or permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4000 - Professional Practices Seminar II


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Professional issues related to current practice of medical laboratory science, including management theories and practices; fiscal management; human resource management; and legal and ethical issues as related to practice as a medical laboratory supervisor or manager. Will require the completion of a senior research project. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 3050  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 4001 - Professional Practices Seminar


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Professional issues related to current practice of medical laboratory science, including management theories and practices; fiscal management; human resource management; and legal and ethical issues as related to practice as a medical laboratory supervisor or manager. Will also require the completion of a senior research project. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of all courses listed under the General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Additional Requirements sections of the MLSC curriculum; and permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4010 - Clinical Project: Hematology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Individualized clinical project from a topic area in hematology or hemostasis conducted under the direction of an MLS faculty member. The clinical project may include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or laboratory testing. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 3000  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 4011 - Hematology Practicum


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4
    A study of hematological findings in anemias, leukemias, myeloproliferative disorders, myelodysplastic syndromes, lymphomas, plasma cell diseases, and various types of infections. Practical application of knowledge and skills in a medical laboratory setting. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of all courses listed under the General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Additional Requirements sections of the MLSC curriculum; and permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4020 - Clinical Project: Clinical Chemistry


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Individualized clinical project from a topic area in clinical chemistry conducted under the direction of an MLS faculty member. The clinical project may include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or laboratory testing. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 3020  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 4021 - Clinical Chemistry Practicum


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4
    A study of basic principles of analytical and biochemistry as they relate to the analysis of chemical constituents in body fluids and relationship to disease states. Practical application of clinical knowledge and skills in a medical laboratory setting.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of all courses listed under the General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Additional Requirements sections of the MLSC curriculum; and permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4022 - Clinical Microscopy Practicum


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 2
    A study of urine and other body fluids as related to the diagnosis of diseases. Practical application of clinical knowledge and skills in a medical laboratory setting. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of all courses listed under the General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Additional Requirements sections of the MLSC curriculum; and permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4030 - Clinical Project: Immunohematology/Serology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Individualized clinical project from a topic area in immunohematology or serology conducted under the direction of an MLS faculty member. The clinical project may include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or laboratory testing. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 3010  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 4031 - Immunohematology/ Serology Practicum


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4
    A study of laboratory techniques in immunohematology/serology with emphasis on the resolution of problems in the preparation and administration of blood components, as well as the serological diagnosis of diseases. Practical application of clinical knowledge and skills in a medical laboratory setting. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of all courses listed under the General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Additional Requirements sections of the MLSC curriculum; and permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4040 - Clinical Project: Microbiology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Individualized clinical project from a topic area in bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, or virology, conducted under the direction of an MLS faculty member. The clinical project may include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or laboratory testing. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MLSC 3030  and admission to MLS program.
  
  • MLSC 4041 - Pathogenic Microbiology Practicum


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4
    A study of select clinically significant and emerging bacteria, clinical mycology, virology, and parasitology. Practical application of clinical knowledge and skills in a medical laboratory setting. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of all courses listed under the General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Additional Requirements sections of the MLSC curriculum; and permission of instructor.
  
  • MLSC 4311 - Advanced Forensics Lab


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    Advanced study in the field of Forensic Science. Topics and hands-on case studies which include ballistics and blood splatter analysis; testing for illegal substances; DNA analysis; and forensic odontology, entomology, and anthropology exercises. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): CJUS 3310 , MLSC 3311 , or permission of instructor.
    Corequisite(s): CJUS 4310 .
  
  • MLSC 4999 - Seminar in Medical Laboratory Science


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Exploration and analysis of selected topics, problems, and issues in Medical Laboratory Science. Course content necessarily changes each semester as selected topics, problems and issues are discussed. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSI 1751 - Music Appreciation


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduction to Western concert music, emphasizing how to listen to classical music and concert going. Offered FA, SP.

    Fulfills General Education Requirements.

  
  • MUSI 1784 - University Chorus


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    Enrollment in this course by permission of the instructor. Intensive study of choral music of all periods, including preparation for public performance. May be repeated for a maximum of four hours of credit. Offered as needed.

  
  • MUSI 2040 - Summer Musical Performance Laboratory


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 3
    Preparation as a performer in the LSUA Summer Theatre musical production(s). May be taken for a maximum of four hours of credit. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSI 3001 - Introduction to Non-Profit Arts Agency Management


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 2
    An introduction to all phases of the development and operation of a non-profit arts agency. Includes field work with a non-profit arts agency. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of Fine Arts general education courses (fine arts, music or theatre) and demonstration of computer proficiency; or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSI 3020 - American Musical Theatre


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Development of the American Musical in its cultural, theatrical, and social contexts from its beginning to the present day; elements of musical theatre focusing on the works of composers, lyricists, designers, directors, choreographers, and performers. Offered as needed.

  
  • MUSI 3791 - Opera in Culture


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Study of the genre of opera emphasizing how opera reflects and affects culture and including special attention to music and dramatic expression. Offered as needed.

  
  • NURS 1002 - Pharmacological Dosages and Solutions


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    An in-depth analysis of the process of calculating medication dosages and solutions for adults and children. Content progresses from calculation of oral dosages to more complex reconstitution and calculation of intramuscular and intravenous medications and solutions. This course will include problems commonly encountered in the practice of nursing related to dosages and solutions. Offered FA, SP, SU.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1021 .
  
  • NURS 1010 - Understanding Medical Terminology


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course is designed to enable the student to understand complex medical terms by learning the 300 prefixes and suffixes most commonly used in medical terminology. Knowledge of these root elements will enable the student to understand the most frequently used medical terms. Audionyms and visual symbols will be used to introduce each root element. Offered FA, SP.

  
  • NURS 1011 - Techniques for Professional and Personal Survival


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Course designed to provide the student with a better understanding of self and others, insight into one’s own personality, a feeling of self- esteem and self-confidence, and techniques to improve relationships, cope with stress, and reduce anxiety. Offered as needed.

  
  • NURS 1013 - Introduction to Nursing


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Provides pre-nursing students with an introduction to nursing as a profession. Concepts explored include Patient-Centered Care; Professional Identity; and Health and Illness. Students must be declared nursing majors and have the overall GPA required for application to nursing clinicals or received permission from the department chair. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 1001 , MATH 1021 , CHEM 1001  OR 1201 , and BIOL 1161 .

     

  
  • NURS 1014 - Fundamentals of Nursing


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduces basic concepts and principles of safe, quality, patient-centered care. Emphasis is placed upon the development of fundamental nursing skills, techniques, and knowledge that provides a foundation upon which to build future nursing courses. To pass this course, students must pass NURS 1015 . Offered FA, SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 1001 , CHEM 1001  or CHEM 1201 , MATH 1021 , CMST 1061  or CMST 2060 , and BIOL 1161 .
    Corequisite(s): .
  
  • NURS 1015 - Fundamentals of Nursing Laboratory/Clinical


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    Provides student with experiences in the laboratory and the clinical setting and with opportunities to implement fundamental nursing skills and techniques based upon the empirical evidence acquired in . To pass this course, students must make a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1014 . Pass/No Credit. Offered FA, SP.

    Corequisite(s): NURS 1014  
  
  • NURS 1018 - LPN Transitional Course


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduction to the role of the professional nurse and exploration of the application of the nursing process and core competencies for professional practice. Offered FA, SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in BIOL 1161 , CHEM 1001  or CHEM 1201 , CMST 1061  or CMST 2060 , ENGL 1001 , and MATH 1021 .; and an unencumbered license to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse or a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
  
  • NURS 1019 - Introduction to Professional Role


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    The focus of this course is on the professional role development and transition of the LPN to the RN role. Students will be introduced to the Professional Nursing and Health Care Concepts with emphasis on the scope of practice and roles and responsibilities of the registered nurse. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): An unencumbered license to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse or a Licensed Vocational Nurse.  
  
  • NURS 1020 - Medical Surgical Nursing I


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course examines nursing care of adult patients with medical surgical disorders within the context of the nursing process. To pass this course, students must pass NURS 1021 . Offered FA, SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1014 , BIOL 1162 , ENGL 1002 , and credit for NURS 1015 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1021  
  
  • NURS 1021 - Medical Surgical Nursing I Clinical


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    Applies the nursing process to adults in acute care settings to provide safe and effective care. To pass this course, students must make a grade of C” or higher in NURS 1020 . Offered FA, SP.

    Corequisite(s): NURS 1020  
  
  • NURS 1025 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Examines the nursing process in caring for patients with mental health disorders. Particular emphasis on identification of techniques of communication that are appropriate for one-to-one psychotherapeutic nurse-patient relationships. To pass this course, students must pass NURS 1026 . Offered FA, SP.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1014 , ENGL 1002 , BIOL 1162 , and credit for NURS 1015 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1026 
  
  • NURS 1026 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Clinical


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    Examines the application of the nursing process in caring for patients with mental health disorders. To pass this course, students must make a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1025 . Pass/No Credit Offered FA, SP.

    Corequisite(s): NURS 1025 .
  
  • NURS 1027 - Introduction to Forensic Nursing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course is designed to introduce students to the role of the nurse in Forensic Science. Although it may be taken as an elective, it will not satisfy any nursing degree requirements. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 1001 .
  
  • NURS 1030 - Clinical Nursing I Theory


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course fosters the development of foundational nursing knowledge through the application of the nursing process.  Concepts related to patient-centered care, professional identity, and health and illness are introduced. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 1001 , MATH 1021 , CHEM 1001 , and BIOL 1161 ; and in NURS 1013  or NURS 1019 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1031  and NURS 1032  
  
  • NURS 1031 - Clinical Nursing I Clinical


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    This course fosters the development of foundational nursing knowledge through the application of the nursing process. Concepts related to patient-centered care, professional identity, and health and illness are introduced. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 1001 , MATH 1021 , CHEM 1001 , and BIOL 1161 ; and in NURS 1013  or NURS 1019 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1030  and NURS 1032  
  
  • NURS 1032 - Pharmacology I


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course introduces basic concepts related to pharmacology and dosage and calculation of oral and parenteral medications.  The nursing process will be utilized as a framework to examine specific drug classifications: vitamins, minerals, immunizations, NSAIDs, and opioids. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C’ or higher in ENGL 1001 , MATH 1021 , CHEM 1001 , and BIOL 1161 ; and in NURS 1013  or NURS 1019 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1030  and NURS 1031  
  
  • NURS 1040 - Clinical Nursing II Theory


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course introduces select health and illness concepts while building upon prior knowledge in the development of clinical judgment and critical thinking behaviors of the professional nurse.  

      Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1032 , BIOL 1162 , and ENGL 1002 ; and in  NURS 1019  or NURS 1030 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1041  and NURS 1042  

  
  • NURS 1041 - Clinical Nursing II Clinical


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 12
    This course introduces select health and illness concepts while building upon prior knowledge in the development of clinical judgment and critical thinking behaviors of the professional nurse.  

      Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1032 , BIOL 1162 , and ENGL 1002 ; and in NURS 1019  or NURS 1030 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1040  and NURS 1042  

  
  • NURS 1042 - Pharmacology II


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course build on concepts related to pharmacology and dosage and calculation presented in NURS 1032 . Students will explore the nurses’ role in administration of more complex drug classifications. The nursing process will be utilized as a framework to examine the following drug classifications: autonomic nervous system, alzheimer drugs, anticonvulsants, anti-parkinson, vitamins, antidiabetics, drugs for gastrointestinal disorders, antihypertensives, diuretics, antilipidemia, anesthetics and anticoagulants.  Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1032 , BIOL 1162 , and ENGL 1002 ; and in NURS 1019  or NURS 1030 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 1040  and NURS 1041  
  
  • NURS 2000 - Topics in Nursing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Study of a specific topic in nursing. Topics Offered to be determined by recent advances in healthcare, needs of students, and availability of appropriate faculty. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • NURS 2020 - Clinical Nursing III Theory


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course expands upon the role of the professional nurse as a member of the healthcare team.  Further emphasis is placed on select health and illness concepts related to safe, quality, patient-centered care. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1040 , NURS 1042 , MATH 2011 , and PSYC 2070  .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2021  and NURS 2022  
  
  • NURS 2021 - Clinical Nursing III Clinical


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 12

    This course expands upon the role of the professional nurse as a member of the healthcare team.  Further emphasis is placed on select health and illness concepts related to safe, quality, patient-centered care.

    Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1040 , NURS 1042 , MATH 2011 , and PSYC 2070 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2020  and NURS 2022  

  
  • NURS 2022 - Pharmacology III


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course build on concepts related to pharmacology and dosage and calculation presented in 1042. Students will explore the nurses’ role in administration of complex drug classifications. The nursing process will be utilized as a framework to examine the following drug classifications: drugs for pituitary and adrenal Disorders, thyroid Medications, antimicrobials, ADHD medications, fertility drugs, birth control, hormones, anti-anxiety drugs, sedatives, hypnotics, antidepressants, anesthetics. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1040 , NURS 1042 , MATH 2011 , and PSYC 2070 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2020  and NURS 2021  
  
  • NURS 2044 - Maternal and Neonatal Nursing Care


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course is designated to facilitate learning about the uniqueness of caring for children and their families. Through application of the principles of growth and development and the nursing process, learners promote health in children and their families.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in PSYC 2070 , MATH 2011 , NURS 1020 , NURS 1021 NURS 1025 , and NURS 1026 , or a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1018 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2054 .
  
  • NURS 2046 - Maternal and Neonatal Nursing Care Clinical


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    Facilitates learning by providing and managing patient-centered care during the antepartal, intrapartal, postpartal, and neonatal periods. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of settings. To pass this course, students must make a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2044 . Offered FA, SP.

    Corequisite(s): NURS 2044 .
  
  • NURS 2048 - Nursing Perspectives


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Course surveys nursing history and presents current issues, problems, and emerging trends. Role transition from student to practitioner and responsibilities of the registered nurse are explored in this course. Offered 100% online.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1014  or a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1018 .
  
  • NURS 2053 - Nursing Care of the Child


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course is designated to facilitate learning about the uniqueness of caring for children and their families. Through application of the principles of growth and development and the nursing process, learners promote health in children and their families.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in PSYC 2070 , MATH 2011 , NURS 1020 , NURS 1021 NURS 1025  , and NURS 1026 , or a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1018 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2054 .
  
  • NURS 2054 - Nursing Care of the Child Clinical


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    Designed to facilitate learning of the uniqueness of caring for children and their families in the clinical setting. The clinical experiences provided are designed to enhance the student nurse’s concepts of growth and development, nutrition, communication, cultural diversity, roles of the pediatric nurse, and legal/ ethical principles of practice. To pass this course, students must make a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2053 . Offered FA, SP.

    Corequisite(s): NURS 2053 .
  
  • NURS 2062 - Clinical Nursing IV Theory


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 5
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course examines complex healthcare needs and evidence-based practice in the promotion of optimal health outcomes. Emphasis is placed on prioritization, management, and delegation of patient care by the professional nurse. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2020 , NURS 2022 , and BIOL 2051 ; and in CMST 1061  or CMST 2060 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2063  and NURS 2066  
  
  • NURS 2063 - Clinical Nursing IV Clinical


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 12
    This course examines complex healthcare needs and evidence-based practice in the promotion of optimal health outcomes. Emphasis is placed on prioritization, management, and delegation of patient care by the professional nurse. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A “grade” of “C” or higher in NURS 2020 , NURS 2022 , and BIOL 2051 ; and in CMST 2060  or CMST 1061 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2062  and NURS 2066  
  
  • NURS 2064 - Medical Surgical Nursing II


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 5
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Examines the application of the nursing process to adults in acute care settings to provide quality patient-centered care utilizing evidenced-based practices. Principles of prioritization, management, and delegation are analyzed in the care of adults with complex health care needs. To pass this course, students must pass NURS 2065 . Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2044 , NURS 2053 , NURS 2080 , and BIOL 2051 ;  credit for NURS 2046  and NURS 2054 ; and a grade of C” or higher or enrollment in NURS 2048 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2065  
  
  • NURS 2065 - Medical Surgical Nursing II Clinical


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4
    Applies the nursing process to adults in acute care settings to provide safe and effective care. The role of the nurse in prioritization, management, and delegation is integrated in the care of adults with complex health care needs while incorporating safe and effective care. To pass this course, students must make a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  . Pass/No Credit Offered FA, SP

    Corequisite(s): NURS 2064  
  
  • NURS 2066 - Pharmacology IV


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course builds on concepts related to pharmacology and dosage and calculation presented in NURS 2022  . Students will explore the nurses’ role in administration of complex drug classifications. The nursing process will be utilized as a framework to examine the following drug classifications: corticosteroids, antivirals, antidysrhythmias, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers. Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2020 , NURS 2022 , and BIOL 2051 ; and in CMST 1061  or CMST 2060 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 2062  and NURS 2063  
  
  • NURS 2080 - Pharmacology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course provides an introduction to pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, with a focus on applying information related to drug classification in developing clinical judgment for the delivery of safe, quality, patient-centered nursing care.

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1014  and BIOL 1162 , and credit for NURS 1015 ; or a current enrollment in NURS 1018 .
  
  • NURS 3000 - Professional Role Development


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course is designed to provide a comprehensive look at the professional nursing role in today’s healthcare system. The course examines concepts that are essential to the development of the professional nurse as well as issues related to professional nursing practice and the delivery of safe patient-centered care. Offered FA, SP, SU

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 3001 - Nutrition and Health Promotion


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course will focus on dietary guidelines for optimal health and specific disease states. Students will examine cultural influences on food choices and develop knowledge required to provide nutritional teaching to individuals, families and communities. Offered FA, SP, SU

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of  “C” of higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license. 
  
  • NURS 3005 - End-of-Life Nursing Care


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Presents content related to end-of-life nursing care using the educational program designed by City of Hope National Medical Center and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing for the End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) Project. Focus is on palliative nursing care; ethical/legal issues; communication; cultural considerations; pain and symptom management; and loss, grief, and bereavement. Offered as needed.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1020  or an unencumbered RN license.

     

  
  • NURS 3007 - History and Ethics of Nursing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course focuses on the development of nursing as a health care profession and on ethical issues that an individual should consider in the practice of that profession. Offered as needed.

  
  • NURS 3009 - Health Care of Women


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Course provides for the overall study of women as members of society, as well as their diseases and/or childbearing functions. Attention to the contemporary woman as a health care consumer. Major concepts to be explored include assessment of women’s health using a holistic approach; psychophysical health concerns of the contemporary woman; lifestyle concerns of the contemporary woman; social, economics, and environmental hazards; and an overview of major reproductive and gynecologic concerns. Offered FA

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1020  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 3010 - Ethical Dilemmas in Nursing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course introduces students to legal and ethical issues affecting health care and the nursing profession. The influence of economic and sociopolitical factors on healthcare laws will be explored from the perspective of health care providers. The extent to which health care laws attempt to order relationships between providers, payers, and consumers will be examined. There is a focus on principles and theories of ethics as they relate to health care delivery. Emphasis will be placed on ethical/legal issues encountered in professional nursing practice. There is also emphasis on critical thinking and situational analysis. This course prepares graduates to appreciate the concepts and principles of ethical legal dilemmas and their application in practice. Offered SP, SU, FA

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064 or an unencumbered RN license.  
  
  • NURS 3012 - Spirituality in Nursing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course will explore the relationship between spirituality and nursing practice. The course will explore the history of nursing assessment of spiritual needs, and the role of the nurse in meeting spiritual needs. The student will be introduced to the concept of caring within the faith community. Offered FA, SP.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 1020  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 3020 - Health Assessment


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course provides an opportunity for students to develop techniques in basic physical assessment, history taking, and recording. Both normal and abnormal findings as well as age and cultural variations will be considered. Offered FA

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 3030 - Informatics


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Management of information, computers, and systems; utilization of management information systems and technologies to improve managerial decision making and to enhance nursing care. An introduction to information management systems and technologies utilized by nurses to enhance nursing care. Offered FA, SP, SU

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 4005 - Pathophysiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduction to basic concepts of pathophysiology and how these concepts relate to disease processes and clinical practice. Emphasis on the underlying pathology of altered health states most frequently encountered by registered nurses and on the development of critical thinking skills to analyze signs and symptoms and plan/implement patient centered nursing care. Offered FA

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license. 
  
  • NURS 4012 - Public Health Emergency Preparedness


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Examination of the role of public health in preparing, responding, and recovering from community emergency.   Offered FA, SP, SU

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites: a grade of “C” or higher in DSEM 2010  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 4020 - Community Nursing


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 1
    Focus on the community as the client. The community, viewed as a system of economic, legal, sociopolitical, cultural, and interpersonal variables, will be explored. Implications impacting the wellness of the individual, family, group, and community are addressed. The basic concepts of epidemiology as well as the principles and theories underlying the practice of public health will be introduced. Learning activities will provide opportunities for the application of the nursing process in promoting community wellness. Offered SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license.  
  
  • NURS 4032 - Complex Nursing Management of the Older Adult


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Exploration of the complex nursing management of the older adult in preventative, restorative, and supportive care. Includes discussion of issues surrounding acute as well as chronic conditions. Offered SU

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of  “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or an unencumbered RN license.
  
  • NURS 4040 - Introduction to Nursing Research


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduction to nursing research with emphasis on research process and implications for utilization of research findings in nursing practice.  Published research will be critically analyzed. The critique process is used to analyze the status of investigation on selected topics in health care.  A research process and its application to evidence-based practice are examined.  Offered FA, SP, SU

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 2064  or MATH 2011  and an unencumbered RN license.  
  
  • NURS 4050 - Leadership and Management


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Study of the principles and theories of nursing leadership, care management, and models of care in the interdisciplinary health care systems. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 3000 , NURS 3010 , NURS 3020 , NURS 3030 , NURS 4005 , NURS 4020 , NURS 4032 , and NURS 4040 
    Corequisite(s): NURS 4051  
  
  • NURS 4051 - Leadership and Management Clinical Practicum


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6
    Provides opportunities for application of leadership and management principles and theories through individual, practice-based experiences in various acute care and community clinical settings. Offered FA, SP

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in NURS 3000 , NURS 3010 , NURS 3020 , NURS 3030 , NURS 4005 , NURS 4020 , NURS 4032 , and NURS 4040 .
    Corequisite(s): NURS 4050 
  
  • PHIL 1000 - Introduction to Philosophy


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Major works from the philosophic tradition as they examine questions such as the ground and status of knowledge (epistemology); the nature of truth and Being, and the meaning and status of nature (metaphysics); principles of political life and law, ancient and modern (political philosophy); the nature of virtue: right, good, and human excellence (moral philosophy). Offered FA.

    Fulfills General Education Requirements.

  
  • PHIL 1021 - Introduction to Philosophy: Elementary Logic


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    No special background presupposed. Formal and informal reasoning: traditional syllogistic logic, modern deductive logic, and scientific method in the natural and social sciences. Offered as needed.

    Fulfills General Education Requirements.

  
  • PHIL 2020 - Ethics


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Classical and modern theories of right and good, freedom and obligation, and rights and duties; consideration of the ground for sound moral judgment. Includes works of philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Aquinas, Machiavelli, Mill, and Kant. Offered SP.

    Fulfills General Education Requirements.

  
  • PHIL 2025 - Bioethics


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Defining health and disease; deciding on rights, duties, and obligations in the patient- physician relationship; abortion and the concept of a person; defining and determining death; euthanasia and the dignity of death; allocation of medical resources, both large-scale and small-scale; experimentation with fetuses, children, prisoners, and animals; genetic testing, screening, and interference. Offered as needed.

  
  • PHIL 2033 - History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduction to philosophy through a study of some of the main writings of classical and medieval philosophy. Offered as needed.

    Fulfills General Education Requirements.

  
  • PHIL 2035 - History of Modern Philosophy


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0
    Introduction to philosophy through a study of some of the main writings of modern philosophy. Offered as needed.

    Fulfills General Education Requirements.

 

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