Jun 26, 2024

2015-2016 Graduate Bulletin

2015-2016 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED PUBLICATION]

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Industrial Management
	IM 652 - Industrial Management Credits: 3 An examination of the fundamental concepts of management in industrial settings with emphasis on the relationships among types of industrial work, types of organizational structure, and managerial responsibilities. Includes study of organizational alternatives, time management, budgeting, cost accounting and financial management, negotiation and conflict resolution, quality control and resource allocation. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor. Lecture-Lab (ex: 3-1 means 3 hrs lecture and 1 hr lab): Three hours lecture. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	IM 671 - Graduate Project Credits: 3 - Individual Study An industrial management project relevant to the student’s area of specialization selected by the student, subject to approval by the student’s advisor. The project must be completed, a report written, and oral presentations prepared and delivered in order to complete the course requirements. Prerequisite(s): consent of advisor. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	IM 691 - Leadership Project Credits: 3 - Cohort Study A leadership project or series of case studies relevant to the student’s area of specialization and drawn from industry. Selection by the student subject to approval by the student’s advisor. The project or case study must be completed, a report written, and oral presentations prepared and delivered in order to complete the course requirements. All other coursework must be completed before this course is started. Prerequisite(s): consent of advisor. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	IM 698 - Individual Study in Industrial Management Credits: 1-3 Supervised study or research in a specific area of industrial management. Subjects for investigation are selected to meet the needs and interests of the student, subject to the availability of graduate faculty to supervise the work. Credit hours to be awarded for successful completion of the required investigations will be determined in advance by the graduate faculty member supervising the student’s work. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor. Repeatability: Not repeatable for graduate credit. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Journalism
	JRN 581 - Public Affairs Reporting Credits: 3 A course that polishes the communications skills of journalism teachers and student publication advisors. Course work, writing assignments, and class lectures and discussions will focus on the covering of local and state government, the judicial system, local and state legislative processes, and regional agencies. Assignments include an in-depth research paper on an issue or topic of current interest. Prerequisite(s): COMM 192 (grade of C or better), ENG 101 (grade of C or better), and ENG 201 (grade of C or better). Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Kinesiology
	KIN 592 - Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise Credits: 3 This course will enable students to integrate information from their educational experiences to critically examine and analyze contemporary issues in sport and exercise from an interdisciplinary perspective. Current issues, trends, and challenges will be presented with the intent of provoking thought and stimulating debate so that students may identify their role in the resolution of issues. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Liberal Studies
	LBST 550 - Special Studies in Liberal Arts Credits: 1-3 Liberal studies in conjunction with special activities and events such as seminars, conferences, fieldwork, lecture series, research, and travel. Repeatable, but only a total of three hours may apply to the 33 hours required in the MALS degree. Credit varies, and the instructor together with the director of the MALS program will determine the amount of credit. Prerequisite(s): consent of the instructor. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 590 - Interdisciplinary Topics in Liberal Studies Credits: 3 A seminar in which students will draw upon their educational experiences to develop interdisciplinary responses to a problem or issue in contemporary life. Course parallels LIBA 497 in the undergraduate curriculum and will be offered in concert with sections of that class but with additional requirements suitable for the awarding of graduate credit. Repeatable with topic change. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 601 - Language Credits: 3 A study of the complex abstract system that links meanings with sounds and symbols. Beginning with the question “What is language?” this course explores all aspects of language study, including how children learn language; how languages change; how regional dialects vary. It provides an interdisciplinary survey of basic concepts and applications to understand the subconscious knowledge speakers have. The course will provide an opportunity for students to upgrade their interdisciplinary academic writing skills if necessary. A humanities core course in the MALS program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 602 - Nature and Nurture Credits: 3 An introduction to the neurogenetic revolution currently gaining momentum in the biological and social sciences. The course examines research and theory from the fields of evolutionary psychology, behavioral genetics, and behavioral endocrinology as challenges to the anti-biological perspectives on human social behavior found in traditional social science. Such issues lend themselves well to the most important purpose of the course: developing the skills, worldview, and values of a critical thinker. A social sciences core course in the MALS program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 603 - American Values: Contemporary Debate Credits: 3 An examination of current controversies involving the evolution and effects of values in American culture, including equality, materialism, personal responsibility, and rights. Explores the relationships between cultural and economic forces with respect to such social problems as poverty, crime, racial friction, and family disorganization. A social sciences core course in the MALS program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Cross-Listed: Cross-listed as SOC 603 . Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 606 - After Darwin Credits: 3 A study of the consequences of Charles Darwin’s theories as they pertain to the humanities including history, literature, philosophy, religion, and civics. Includes a discussion of the methodologies of humanities research. A humanities core course in the MALS program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 609 - Readings in Contemporary Science and Mathematics Credits: 3 This course is designed to introduce graduate students who are not necessarily scientists to the literature of modern science and mathematics. Students will select, read, report on, and discuss books from reading lists provided by the instructor in five different areas of science and mathematics. This course can be taken as the natural science core requirement or as an elective for the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies program or an elective in the Master of Science in Education program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 610 - Capstone Course, Graduating Seminar in Liberal Studies Credits: 3 The objective of this course is to give students in the MALS program an opportunity to create a meaningful synthesis of their core courses and electives. The organizing topics for this course can be varied. This course along with one other 600-level elective or other organizing topics of 610 constitutes one of the options for the final six hours of the MALS called the Capstone Experience. Repeatability: Repeatable with topic change. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 611 - Capstone Elective Credits: 3 The word “rhetoric” can be traced back to the simple assertion “I say” (Eiro in Greek). Almost anything related to the act of saying something to someone-in speech or in writing-can conceivably fall within the domain of rhetoric. This course will explore the various philosophical and psychological theories of humans that impinged on various rhetorical theories and practices from classical times to the present. We will see how political, technological, economic, and scientific events affected rhetorical theory and practice and how in turn rhetoric affected them. We will explore the ethical dimensions of rhetoric. We will attempt to salvage the best of past and present theory and practice and attempt to integrate them into comprehensive and useful perspective on rhetoric-and eventually into our own practices in speaking and writing. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 612 - Modernity and Postmodernity Credits: 3 An examination of the historical eras labeled in Western society as “modernity” and “postmodernity,” and an attempt to define such eras through the disciplines of sociology, philosophy, and history. Also includes analyses of modern and postmodern culture in the realms of literature, poetry, art, music, and architecture. A social sciences core course in the MALS program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 613 - Science in Society Credits: 3 A study of the place of science in and as society. Considers science in its increasingly salient role in politics, law, economy, medicine, and resolution of socio-technical problems. Also addresses social structural dimensions of the scientific community and social shaping of scientific knowledge. A social science core course in the MALS program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 615 - Revolutions Credits: 3 An interdisciplinary examination of the origins and progress of European revolutions from the French Revolution of 1789 through revolutions in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union in 1989-1991. A goal of the course is to understand the lessons or patterns represented in European revolutions during this period. The course introduces the topic through lecture. Students discuss and present in a seminar setting, and complete a substantial research project by the end of the semester. Prerequisite(s): No prereqs. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 680 - Topics in Liberal Studies Credits: 3 Examination of topics germane to the liberal arts but not included in the regular graduate course offerings. Specific topics will vary from semester to semester and will be announced in the schedule of course offerings. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Repeatability: Repeatable with topic change. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 690 - Independent Work in Liberal Studies Credits: 1-3 Directed study or research in a specific area of liberal studies. Topic of investigation is selected to meet the needs and interests of the student, subject to the availability of graduate faculty to supervise the work. Not to be taken more than twice by master’s degree candidates without prior permission of graduate advisor. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 697 - Capstone Project in Liberal Studies I Credits: 3 The first of two courses involving intensive study of a topic within liberal studies, selected with the student’s faculty advisor and approved by the members of the MALS faculty advisory committee. Combined with the LBST 698, the study should yield a written work of sufficient length and quality to warrant a total of six hours of graduate credit, although projects such as artistic creations, computer programs, theatrical productions, and community service programs also may be acceptable. Prerequisite(s): acceptance to MALS program; permission of student’s graduate advisor. Grading: Final grade recorded as satisfactory or unsatisfactory only. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	LBST 698 - Capstone Project in Liberal Studies II Credits: 3 The second of two courses involving intensive study of a topic within liberal studies, selected with the student’s faculty advisor and approved by the members of the MALS faculty advisory committee. Combined with LBST 697, the study should yield a written work of sufficient length and quality to warrant a total of six hours of graduate credit, although projects such as artistic creations, computer programs, theatrical productions, and community service programs may also be acceptable. Final grade recorded as satisfactory or unsatisfactory only. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to MALS program; permission of student’s graduate advisor. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Management
	MNGT 601 - Human Resource Management Credits: 3 A study of human resource management activities such as selection, performance management, compensation and reward systems, career development, diversity management, and employment law. Particular emphasis will be placed on strategic implications of human resource management. Format will involve extensive discussion and experiential learning. Prerequisite(s): MNGT 611 . Open only to MBA majors. Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MNGT 611 - Leadership Skills and Organizational Behavior Credits: 3 A highly interactive and experiential class focusing on the development of management and leadership skills. The class focuses on organizational behavior issues and on developing a student’s professionalism in the following areas: oral, written, and interpersonal communication, group dynamics, team building, creative problem solving, information and communication technology, change management skills, and the roles of leaders in a dynamic work environment. Prerequisite(s): [(ACCT 201 , grade of C or better and ACCT 202 , grade of C or better) or ACCT 501 , grade of GC or better] and [(ECON 208 , grade of C or better and ECON 209 , grade of C or better) or ECON 501 , grade of GC or better] and ECON 265 , grade of C or better; and FIN 305 , grade of C or better; and MKTG 305 , grade of C or better; and DSCI 351 , grade of C or better. Admission to the MBA program is required. Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MNGT 681 - Strategic and International Management Credits: 3 Includes the development of an executive managerial perspective. The primary purposes of the course are to develop the ability to analyze complex corporate problems from a global perspective, and an awareness of the impact of changing business conditions and government policies on global organizations. Examines the globalization of industries and firm competitiveness. The format of the class involves the use of cases to assist students in the application of theory. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 601 , BLAW 618 , CIS 601 , DSCI 601 ECON 601 , FIN 601 , MKTG 601 , MNGT 601 , and MNGT 611 . Open only to MBA majors. Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MNGT 699 - Independent Study Credits: 3 Supervised study or research in a specific area of management. A study of cases to develop overall managerial perspective, the ability to analyze complex corporate problems, and an awareness of the impact of changing business conditions and government policies. Prerequisite(s): consent of MBA director. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Marketing
	MKTG 601 - Marketing Strategies Credits: 3 Analysis and control of the key marketing variables to develop successful strategic marketing plans. Emphasis on the major components of marketing strategy; establishment of overall corporate objectives; analysis of strategic business units; identification of creative alternatives; and examination of company, target market, and competitors. Views strategy formulation from the global and managerial perspectives. Examines significant marketing strategies and applies them to practical analysis of established marketing cases dealing with new and established product management, pricing, channels, and promotional aspects. Prerequisite(s): MNGT 611 . Open only to MBA majors. Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MKTG 699 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3 Supervised study or research in a specific area of marketing. Prerequisite(s): consent of MBA director. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Mathematics
	MATH 601 - Using the Graphing Calculator in the School Curriculum Credits: 1 In this 24-hour workshop participants will develop a better understanding of graphing technology while considering the following topics: domain, range, linear and quadratic functions, common solutions, inequalities, extreme values, slope, translations, rational and trigonometric functions, asymptotes, statistical menus and data, exponential and logarithmic functions. Problem solving and programming will be included throughout. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 602 - Concepts and Practices in General Mathematics Credits: 3 A practical approach to the development of programs, methods of motivation, and mathematical concepts for the teacher of general mathematics. Prerequisite(s): 15 hours of math, including calculus. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 603 - Fundamental Concepts of Algebra Credits: 3 The conceptual framework of algebra, recent developments in algebraic theory and advanced topics in algebra for teachers and curriculum supervisors. Prerequisite(s): 24 hours of math, including calculus. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 604 - Fundamental Concepts of Geometry Credits: 3 The conceptual framework of many different geometries, recent developments in geometric theory, and advanced topics in geometry for teachers and curriculum supervisors. Prerequisite(s): 24 hours of math, including calculus. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 605 - Problem Solving in Mathematics Credits: 3 Theory and practice in mathematical problem-solving; exploration of a variety of techniques; and finding solutions to problems in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and other mathematics for teachers of mathematics and curriculum supervisors. Prerequisite(s): 24 hours of math, including calculus. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 606 - Data Analysis and Probability for Teachers of Middle-Level Mathematics Credits: 3 This course is designed to enhance the understanding of data analysis and probability of middle-level teachers of mathematics. Topics for study include: selecting and using appropriate statistical methods to analyze data, developing and evaluating inferences and predictions that are based on data, and understanding and applying the basic concepts of probability. Pedagogical strategies for the teaching and learning data analysis and probability will be incorporated into the study of these topics. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 611 - Introduction to Analysis for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3 A study of continuity, differentiability, and integrability of a function of a real variable particularly as these properties appear in the secondary school mathematics curriculum. Prerequisite(s): at least an undergraduate minor in mathematics. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 613 - Algebra and Functions for Teachers of Middle-Level Mathematics Credits: 3 This course is designed to deepen teachers of middle level mathematics understanding of algebra through the study of patterns, symbolic language, problem solving, functions, proportional reasoning, generalized arithmetic, and modeling of physical situations. Pedagogical approaches to students’ learning of algebra will be incorporated into the study of these topics. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 614 - Basic Topics in Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher Credits: 3 For the elementary teacher who needs to have a better understanding of mathematical content. Sets, numeration systems, and algorithms for computation are studied in conjunction with a logical but non-rigorous development of the real numbers. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 621 - Technology for Teaching Mathematics Credits: 3 This course was designed to facilitate the teacher of mathematics in the use of technology. Graphing utilities and calculator based laboratories through the study of the following topics: domain, range, linear and quadratic functions, common solutions, inequalities, extrema, slope, translations, rational and trigonometric functions, asymptotes, statistical menus, regression equations, data collection and analysis, parametric equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, problem solving and programming. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 624 - Intermediate Topics in Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher Credits: 3 Topics included are an intuitive study of geometric figures, measurement, basic algebra and functions, and the rudiments of statistics and probability. Designed for the elementary teacher who needs a better understanding of mathematical content. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 636 - Geometry and Measurement for Teachers of Middle-Level Mathematics Credits: 3 This course will provide opportunities for teachers of middle-level mathematics to enhance their understanding of geometry as a study of size, shape, and properties of space; as a tool for problem solving; and as a way of modeling physical situations. This course will also address connections between geometry and other mathematical topics; historical topics relevant to geometry in the middle grades; and pedagogical approaches to students’ learning of geometry. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	MATH 638 - Fundamental Models in Statistical Inference Credits: 3 This class emphasizes the study of probability models that form the basis of standard statistical techniques. Statistical techniques considered include inferences involving measures of central tendency and measures of variability, linear regression model estimation and goodness of fit hypothesis testing. Prerequisite(s): at least an undergraduate minor in mathematics. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Nursing
	NURS 570 - Special Topics in Nursing Credits: 1-3 This courses studies special topics in nursing and healthcare. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 574 - Perioperative Nursing Credits: 3 This course explores the advanced role of the perioperative nurse focusing primarily on intraoperative nursing care which includes traditional, endoscopic, and laser surgical procedures in specialty areas and same-day surgery preparation and postanesthesia care. Critical thinking and decision-making skills in perioperative nursing will be enhanced through client teaching, management, and clinical research topics. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 576 - Cardiovascular Surgical Nursing Credits: 3 This course integrates advanced knowledge and research concerning the care of patients undergoing cardiac surgery for the professional critical care nurse. The course focus is on innovative management of cardiac surgery patients and critical thinking skills with emphasis on the collaborative role of nurses as they participate in the care of the critically ill cardiac surgery patient. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 578 - Rehabilitation Nursing Credits: 3 This course examines the scope of professional nursing practice in rehabilitation nursing. Emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of individual and group responses to actual and potential health problems resulting from altered functional ability and altered lifestyle. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 582 - Oncology Nursing Credits: 3 This course examines the advanced knowledge of adult oncology nursing including the dimensions of prevention and early detection, diagnosis, treatment, palliation, rehabilitation, and survivorship are studied with diagnostic evaluation, classification, staging, and various treatment modalities for a selected range of malignancies. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 601 - Roles for Advanced Nursing Practice Credits: 1 This course is designed to give an overview of the history, scope, and role development of the Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Educator, and the Nurse Leader. Focus will be placed on how the evolution of these roles has influenced the development, transition and implementation of today’s advanced nursing practice. Professional competencies, educational requirements, and regulatory controls will be discussed. Term(s) Offered: Spring, Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 602 - Evidence-based Practice for Advanced Nursing Credits: 4 This course focuses on the application of research and evidence-based practice principles to advanced nursing practice. Using these principles and working individually or in small groups, students crically appraise and synthesize existing literature and design an evidence-based project. Scholarly writing skills will be emphasized. Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 603 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing Credits: 3 This course will prepare participants to synthesize, integrate, and apply nursing theories and theories of related sciences for the promotion of intercultural awareness and interprofessional collaboration in advanced nursing practice to improve health outcomes. Prerequisite(s): NURS 601 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 604 - Population Based Care and Health Policy Credits: 3 This course prepares students in advanced nursing practice roles to synthesize global, ecological, and social determinants of health within the context of epidemiology to promote the development and implementation of local, state and federal health policies to improve healthcare outcomes. Prerequisite(s): NURS 601 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 605 - Healthcare Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice Credits: 3 This course focuses on developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that enable the learner to utilize information gained from technology to improve healthcare outcomes. Content includes the use of technology for delivering and enhancing patient care; the use of communication technologies to integrate and coordinate care; the use of data management to analyze and improve outcomes; the integration of health information management for evidence-based care and health education; and the facilitation of electronic health records to improve patient care, mitigate error, and support decision making. Prerequisite(s): NURS 601 and NURS 602 (grades of B or better) or NURS 602 , NURS 603 , or NURS 604 (any one must be taken concurrently). Term(s) Offered: Spring, Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 606 - Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems Credits: 4 This course examines leadership skills needed to assess organizations, identify system’s issues and facilitate organization-wide change. Analysis of systems will emphasize ethical and critical decision making, business principles, and outcomes related to patient and organizational expectations. Prerequisite(s): NURS 601 , and NURS 602 (grades of B or better) or NURS 602 , NURS 603 , NURS 604 (one must be taken concurrently). Term(s) Offered: Spring, Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 617 - Advanced Concepts of Pathophysiology Credits: 3 This course explores the physiological and pathological base for the advanced practice nurse to provide care to children and adults with acute and/or chronic illness. Examines theories and concepts relevant to pathophysiologic processes. Prerequisite(s): NURS 601 , NURS 602 , NURS 603 , NURS 604 , NURS 605 and NURS 606 (grades of B or better) or NURS 604 must be taken concurrently. Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 618 - Advanced Health Assessment Credits: 3 This course provides didactic instruction and clinical practice in physical assessment, developmental screening, history taking, nursing, and medical diagnosis. Teaching methods include lecture, independent study, laboratory, and clinical practice. Prerequisite(s): NURS 622 and (NURS 605 or NURS 606 ) (all with grades of B or better). NURS 605 or 606 may be taken concurrently. Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 621 - Clinical Pharmacology for Nurse Educators Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide the graduate nursing education student with knowledge of pharmacological agents and herbal therapies used in the treatment of adults, adolescents, and young children. Emphasis is placed on indications, mechanism of action, adverse reactions, patient teaching, and appropriate dosages of drugs. Through the use of a variety of instructional methods, this course prepares students to implement, monitor, and evaluate effective patient pharmacological therapy. Prerequisite(s): NURS 617 . Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 622 - Clinical Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide the advanced practice nursing student with knowledge of pharmacological agents and herbal therapies used in the treatment of adults, adolescents, and young children. Emphasis is placed on indications, mechanisms of actions, prescriptive drug protocols, adverse reactions, and appropriate dosages. Through the use of variety of instructional methods, this course prepares students to design, implement, monitor, and alter effective patient pharmacological therapy. Prerequisite(s): NURS 617 and either (NURS 605 or NURS 606 ) (all with grades of B or better). NURS 605 or 606 may be taken concurrently. Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 624 - Economic Policies in Nursing and Healthcare Credits: 3 This course applies economic theories and analytic techniques to resource allocation in nursing and healthcare is discussed. Skill development to analyze healthcare issues from an economic perspective will be emphasized including three fundamental observations of the world that 1) resources are scarce relative to wants; 2) resources have alternative uses making choice (rationing) necessary and inevitable; and 3) there are significant variations in the relative importance that people attach to wants, making unique solutions unlikely. Prerequisite(s): NURS 606 Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 625 - Marketing and Competitive Strategies in Nursing and Healthcare Credits: 3 This course explores concepts of marketing and competitive strategies are applied to nursing and healthcare organizations. Emphasis is placed on methodologies for developing nursing and organizational strategic marketing plans. Prerequisite(s): NURS 606 (may be taken concurrently) Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 628 - Advanced Health Assessment for Nurse Educators Credits: 3 This course provides didactic instruction and clinical practice in history taking and physical assessment with a focus on enhancing assessment skills required by nurse educators. Teaching methods include lecture, independent study, laboratory, and clinical practice. Prerequisite(s): NURS 621 . Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 631 - Individual and Group Behavior in Nursing and Healthcare Organizations Credits: 3 This course presents organizational behavior theories and effective management strategies to lead individuals and groups in healthcare organizations. Traditional and contemporary issues including power, conflict resolution, organizational development, decision-making, and group dynamics will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): NURS 601 NURS 602 NURS 603 Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 632 - Administration of Nursing and Healthcare Organizations Credits: 3 This course examines and applies administrative theories to complex human relationships existing in nursing and healthcare. The course focuses on the nature and make up of organizations, structuring and coordinating work, and the influence of complex systems, community behavior, and internal leadership on the direction and decision-making capacity of healthcare organizations. Prerequisite(s): NURS 606 Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 633 - Human Resources Management in Nursing and Healthcare Credits: 3 This course explores concepts in human resources management as applied to nursing and healthcare organizations will be presented. Specific labor management issues related to nursing and healthcare organizations also will be incorporated. Prerequisite(s): NURS 631 Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 634 - Financial Management in Nursing and Healthcare Organizations Credits: 3 This course applies principles of financial management and reimbursement to nursing and healthcare organizations. Strategic financial planning, financial statement analysis, budgeting, and financial decision-making strategies are presented. Prerequisite(s): NURS 624 . Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 635 - Business of Nursing Credits: 3 This course synthesizes the nurse leader/manager role in the organization through the completion of a major project. Each student will assume the lead role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of an administrative/management project. Prerequisite(s): NURS 624 , NURS 632 , NURS 633 Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 636 - Authentic Leadership Development in Healthcare Organizations Credits: 3 Integration of the conceptual and practical foundations of authentic leadership at the individual and organizational level is the focus of this course. Students will develop their authentic leadership capabilities to apply authentic leadership principles in the course capstone project and inter-professional evident-based practice. Course content will emphasize authentic leadership development to maximize partnerships for patient and family centered care and safety, teamwork and collaboration, quality improvement, and technology utilization. Prerequisite(s): acceptance in the MSN (Nurse Manager Leader Track) program or other graduate program in the College of Nursing and Health Professions. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 638. - Nursing Leadership and Management Culminating Practicum Credits: 3 Integration, synthesis and application of the theoretical and practical knowledge derived from both core and specialty coursework within a major organizational project is the focus of this course. Students will be required to implement the approved culminating project proposal developed in NURS 635. 240 practice hours must be completed during this course. Course content will address project implementation and evaluation, internal and external consultation, and preparation of interim and final project deliverables. Prerequisite(s): NURS 635 . Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 645 - Advanced Nursing Assessment and Intervention I Credits: 5 (3 didactic; 2 clinical) Advanced practice management of clients with acute and/ore chronic illness in a changing health care delivery system. Emphasis is on the synthesis of psychological, behavioral, social, and physiological theories in the therapeutic management of acute and/or chronic illness, including disease prevention and health promotion. Content is centered on the development of the role of the clinical nurse specialist in the dimensions of clinician,research, educator, consultant, collaborator, and manager. Clinical experiences utilize holistic, research-based nursing therapies to care for individuals, families, and aggregate populations within communities. Prerequisite(s): NURS 618 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 646 - Advanced Nursing Assessment and Intervention II Credits: 5 This course further explores the advanced practice management of complex patients with acute and/or chronic illness in a changing health care delivery system. Emphasis is on the synthesis of psychological, behavioral, social, and physiological theories in the therapeutic management of clients with acute and/or chronic illness, including disease prevention and health promotion. Content is centered on developing skills to influence the spheres of nursing and the health care systems. Prerequisite(s): NURS 645 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 647 - Advanced Assessment and Intervention Practicum Credits: 5 The course facilitates the integration of the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS credits) role across all spheres of influence. Through the use of specialized practice and application of theoretical knowledge the students provided expert, holistic care to individuals and families while managing nursing and health care systems influences within a specific patient population. Prerequisite(s): NURS 646 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 654 - Primary Care Nursing of Families I Credits: 5 This course focuses on the clinical management of the health/illness status of children, adults, and elders within a family framework. Includes theoretical concepts related to individual development and family function. The clinical focus is on the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care management including health promotion, illness prevention, assessment, treatments for acute and chronic illnesses, and education. Emphasizes role development, including interdependent and independent practices. Prerequisite(s): NURS 618 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 655 - Primary Care Nursing of Families II Credits: 5 This course continues to expand the clinical management of children, adults, and elders within a family framework. Includes theoretical concepts related to the management of families with acute or chronic healthcare crises. The clinical focus is on the role of the nurse practitioner in primary care management including health promotion, illness prevention, assessment, treatments for acute and chronic illnesses, and education. Emphasizes role development, including interdependent and independent practices. Prerequisite(s): NURS 654 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 656 - Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum Credits: 5 This course provides an intensive clinical experience in the family nurse practitioner role. Selected preceptorships are designed to maximize individual student learning needs and provide a comprehensive experience to develop expertise in caring for individuals and families. Prerequisite(s): NURS 655 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 661 - Psychopharmacology Credits: 2 The focus of this course is on integration of basic neuropharmacology, the effects of psychotropic medications prescribed in practice, and actions of these drugs in the treatment of mental health problems across the lifespan. Basic principles of neuropharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, dose-response relationships, and the roles of specific neurotransmitters will be included. Actions of various drugs and effects of those drugs on mood and behaviors will be included. Treatment resistance and noncompliance with psychopharmacologic agents will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): NURS 618 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 662 - Psychiatric Mental Healthcare of Families Across the Lifespan I Credits: 5 The focus of this course is on theoretical and clinical management of the psychiatric/mental health needs of individuals across the lifespan within the context of a family-based theoretical model. The role of the family psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner as an independent and interdependent practitioner and performing comprehensive mental health assessments are primary clinical foci. Participation in mental health assessments, planning care for stabilization of mental health, strategies for mental health promotion, therapies, and mental health education are included in course content. Prerequisite(s): NURS 618 (grade of B or better), and NURS 661 (NURS 661 may be taken concurrently). Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 663 - Psychiatric/Mental Health Care of Families Across the Lifespan II Credits: 5 The focus of this course is on expansion of the management of psychiatric/mental health status of individuals across the life span within the context of a family-based theoretical mode.. Further role development is emphasized, including interdependent and independent practice. Theoretical concepts are related to management of individuals and families with acute and chronic mental health problems. Expanded participation in mental health assessments, planning care for stabilization of mental health, strategies for mental health promotion, therapies, and mental health education are included in course content. Prerequisite(s): NURS 661 and NURS 662 (grades of B or better).. Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 664 - Psychiatric/Mental Health Care of Families Across the Lifespan III Credits: 5 This course involves an intensive clinical experience in the family psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner (FMHNP credits) role. Preceptors will guide and direct the FMHNP students as they achieve greater Independence and develop expertise in caring for families and individuals across the lifespan. Prerequisite(s): NURS 663 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 671 - Curriculum Development for the Nurse Educator Credits: 4 This course focuses on curriculum development and the role of the nurse educator. The roles of faculty and healthcare facility educator specialists are studied. Curriculum development designs and models are evaluated. Current issues influencing curriculum development in higher education and health professions are analyzed. Prerequisite(s): NURS 618 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 672 - Teaching Strategies for the Nurse Educator Credits: 4 This course focuses on the assessment of learning needs and the development and implementation of learning experiences in the classroom and clinical setting. The theoretical foundations of teaching and learning, selection of appropriate teaching strategies for classroom, simulated laboratory and clinical instruction, use of multimedia learning resources, and the concept of distributive learning are emphasized. Experience in developing and implementing learning experiences for the education of nursing professionals is provided. Prerequisite(s): NURS 671 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 673 - Evaluation Strategies for the Nurse Educator Credits: 3 This course focuses on the process of evaluation in the education of nurses. Evaluation models and concepts related to the measurement of outcomes in classroom and clinical instruction are introduced, as well as those related to program evaluation. Legal and ethical issues related to student evaluation are discussed. Current issues related to the evaluation of outcomes in nursing education are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): NURS 672 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 674 - Management of the Acutely Ill Adult and Geriatric Patient I Credits: 5 This course focuses on the clinical management of adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients who are acutely/critically ill or experiencing an exacerbation of a chronic health problem. The clinical focus is on the role of the acute care nurse practitioner working with a multidisciplinary team across settings to facilitate and accelerate the patient’s return to optimal health. Prerequisite(s): NURS 618 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 675 - Management of the Acutely Ill Adult and Geriatric Patient II Credits: 5 This course continues the focus on the management of adolescent, adult, and geriatric clients who are acutely/critically ill or experiencing an exacerbation of a chronic health problem. The clinical focus is on the role of the acute care nurse practitioner working with a multidisciplinary team across settings to facilitate and accelerate the patient’s return to optimal health. Prerequisite(s): NURS 674 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 676 - Management of the Acutely Ill Adult and Geriatric Patient III Credits: 5 This course continues the focus on the management of adolescent, adult, and elderly clients who are acutely/- critically ill or experiencing an exacerbation of a chronic health problem. The clinical focus is on the role of the acute care nurse practitioner working with a multidisciplinary team across settings to facilitate and accelerate the patient’s return to optimal health. Prerequisite(s): NURS 675 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 677 - Advanced Nursing Care of Pediatric Patients Credits: 4 This course focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and collaborative management of pediatric patients with acute illness or experiencing an exacerbation of a chronic health problem. The clinical focus is on the role of the advanced practice nurse to facilitate and accelerate the patient’s return to optimal health. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 678 - Nurse Educator Role Integration Credits: 4 This course facilitates the integration of the NED role dimensions of clinician, researcher, educator, change agent, and leader. Through the implementation of a clinical education project, the student will apply theoretical knowledge in the clinical setting. Examples: evaluation of student clinical learning; learning modules for staff or students involved on a designated education unit; post-conference modules; implementation of QSEN in the clinical setting; program focused on staff development or program focusing on patient centered care. Prerequisite(s): NURS 672 . Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 684 - Primary Care of Adults and Elders I Credits: 5 NURS 684 focuses on the primary care health care needs of adults and elders. The clinical component focuses on the role of nurse practitioners in primary care settings including health promotion, illness prevention, physical assessment, management plans for acute and chronic illnesses, and patient education. Role development is emphasized including content from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Competencies. Critical thinking and integration of previous MSN coursework is demonstrated through diagnosis and management of common chronic and acute illnesses seen in adults and elders. Prerequisite(s): MSN Core, MSN Clinical Core including NURS 618 Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 685 - Primary Care of Adults and Elders II Credits: 5 NURS 685 focuses on the primary care health care needs of adults and elders. The clinical component continues to focus on the role of nurse practitioners in primary care settings and long term care settings including health promotion, illness prevention, physical assessment, management plans for acute and chronic illnesses, and patient education. Role development continues to be emphasized including content from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Competencies. Critical thinking and integration of previous MSN coursework, including NURS 684 , is demonstrated through diagnosis and management of common chronic and acute illnesses seen in adults and elders. Prerequisite(s): NURS 684 Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 686 - Primary Care of Adults and Elders III Credits: 5 NURS 686 focuses on the primary care health care needs of adults and elders. This course offers intensive clinical experience in the AG nurse practitioner primary care role. The clinical component focuses on the role of nurse practitioners in primary care settings including health promotion, illness prevention, physical assessment, management plans for acute and chronic illnesses, and patient education. Role development is continued to be emphasized using content from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Competencies. Critical thinking and integration of previous MSN coursework, including NURS 684 and NURS 685 , is demonstrated through diagnosis and management of common chronic and acute illnesses seen in adults and elders. Prerequisite(s): NURS 685 Lecture-Lab (ex: 3-1 means 3 hrs lecture and 1 hr lab): 3-2 (Clinical) Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 713 - Theory and Practice Credits: 3 This course will focus on nursing, education, organizational, leadership, and management theories. The advanced analysis of the relationship between theory and evidenced based practice are explored with emphasis on the application of nursing and other theories at the highest level of nursing practice. Students will synthesize and apply theoretical knowledge to their phenomenon of interest. Prerequisite(s): acceptance into the DNP program. Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 715 - Analytical Methods for Population-Based Care Credits: 4 This course will identify and analyze factors that affect the health of the population. The history and methods of epidemiology will be explored. Students will use Healthy People 2010 objectives and selected biostatistics to analyze current public health issues. Students use analytical methods and evidence-based guidelines to critically appraise existing literature and epidemiological data. Students will determine and implement the best evidence for population-based healthcare as it applies to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing management and leadership. Prerequisite(s): NURS 854 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 717 - Cultural Diversity Credits: 2 This course focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively interact with and serve culturally diverse populations. Topics related to age, race, ethnicity, gender, class, and disabilities will be emphasized. Concepts related to workforce diversity, healthcare belief systems, patient rights and management of healthcare appropriate to the patient population will be explored. Culturally based assessment tools will be critiqued. Healthy People 2010 objectives will be used as a framework to explore healthcare needs of the culturally diverse population. Prerequisite(s): NURS 713 (grade of B or better), NURS 715 (grade of B or better), NURS 727 (grade of B or better), NURS 721 (grade of B or better), and NURS 725 (grade of B or better) and NURS 724 (grade of C or better). Co-Requisite(s) (must be taken at same time as): NURS 854 . Term(s) Offered: Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 721 - Systems Leadership and Interprofessional Collaboration Credits: 5 Students engage in the exploration of leadership in nursing and healthcare organizations. Platforms for discussion include concepts of leadership, organizational theory, quality improvement methods, interprofessional collaboration, effective communication and change strategies. Students develop leadership knowledge and skills to initiate systems transformation. Prerequisite(s): NURS 715 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 724 - Healthcare Policy and Strategic Planning Credits: 3 This course prepares students to analyze and influence health policy environments. Students will analyze and collaborate in revising healthcare organization strategic plans. Students will explore the impact of Healthy People 2010 objectives on health policy and strategic planning. Students learn to define policy problems; identify and critique potential solutions; and assess political and economic influences on healthcare policy. Students design interventions to influence policy making and implementation. Methods for evaluating policy and strategic plans will be explored. Prerequisite(s): NURS 727 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 725 - Resource Utilization in Healthcare Credits: 4 This course focuses on the complex variables that influence resource utilization in nursing and healthcare. The conceptual basis and methods of financial analysis and decision making as they pertain to the healthcare delivery systems are analyzed. Healthcare economics, marketing principles, human resource management, and the influence of Healthy People 2010 objectives that impact current healthcare environments are explored. Prerequisite(s): NURS 721 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 727 - Healthcare Technology and Informatics Credits: 3 This course focuses on conceptual foundations for understanding healthcare informatics including the analysis of a variety of applications of information systems within the healthcare system. Elements addressed include theoretical models of nursing informatics, healthcare computing, data management and information processing, data acquisition, nursing vocabularies, and knowledge representation. Managing organizational change, information security, social and ethical issues in healthcare systems, and the effects of informatics on the practitioner and consumer are studied. Prerequisite(s): NURS 717 (grade of B or better). Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 854 - Critical Appraisal of Practice Credits: 3 This course focuses on the application of best evidence to promote nursing practice at the highest level. Students explore current research and propose methods to use newly acquired knowledge in current practice situations ensuring quality outcomes. Students synthesize concepts from biophysical, psychosocial, sociopolitical, cultural, economic and nursing science to impact and to understand the consequences of advanced practice decisions. Healthy People 2020 objectives will be used as the framework for exploring the potential impact of advanced practice decisions. Prerequisite(s): NURS 715 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 855 - Synthesis of Nursing Practice Credits: 3 This course will focus on the promotion, financing and systems implementation of evidence based projects, products or services to improve nursing practice and health care delivery. Utilizing newly acquired knowledge, students will appraise their current practice environments and as appropriate to the student’s practice agenda, the students will either prepare a marketing or business plan that will justify the need and viability of their evidence based project, product or service or secure internal or external funding that will help sustain their project, product or service. Role transition will be integrated into the course content. Prerequisite(s): NURS 727 (grade of B or better) Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 866 - Capstone I: Planning Credits: 1 This course focuses on the initial development of capstone projects including literature review, problem statement, objectives, project activities, project timeline, and resources. Method(s) to address Healthy People 2020 objectives will be integrated into the porject. This course is part of a six semester sequence required of all DNP students. Prerequisite(s): acceptance into the DNP program. Co-Requisite(s) (must be taken at same time as): NURS 713 Grading: Pass/No Pass/In Progress Term(s) Offered: Fall Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 867 - Capstone II: Project Proposal Credits: 1 This course focuses on project development including process and outcome evaluation, budget development, and measurement tools. The full project proposal will be completed during this course. Human subject protection needs will be determined and initiated during the course. Students will present their project proposals as a poster presentation at a research conference. This course is part of a six-semester sequence required of all DNP students. Prerequisite(s): NURS 866 . Grading: Pass/No Pass/In Progress Term(s) Offered: Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 868 - Capstone III: Implementation Credits: 1 This course focuses on implementation of the DNP project. Strategies to address challenges in the implementation of the capstone project will be explored. This course is part of a six semester sequence required of all DNP students. Prerequisite(s): NURS 867 Grading: Pass/No Pass/In Progress Term(s) Offered: Fall, Summer Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	NURS 871 - Capstone IV: Data Analysis Credits: 1 This course focuses on the collection and analysis of data to evaluate the outcomes of the capstone project. This course is part of a six semester sequence required of all DNP students. Prerequisite(s): NURS 868 Grading: Pass/No Pass/In Progress Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024

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Course Descriptions

IM 652 - Industrial Management

IM 671 - Graduate Project

IM 691 - Leadership Project

IM 698 - Individual Study in Industrial Management

JRN 581 - Public Affairs Reporting

KIN 592 - Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise

LBST 550 - Special Studies in Liberal Arts

LBST 590 - Interdisciplinary Topics in Liberal Studies

LBST 601 - Language

LBST 602 - Nature and Nurture

LBST 603 - American Values: Contemporary Debate

LBST 606 - After Darwin

LBST 609 - Readings in Contemporary Science and Mathematics

LBST 610 - Capstone Course, Graduating Seminar in Liberal Studies

LBST 611 - Capstone Elective

LBST 612 - Modernity and Postmodernity

LBST 613 - Science in Society

LBST 615 - Revolutions

LBST 680 - Topics in Liberal Studies

LBST 690 - Independent Work in Liberal Studies

LBST 697 - Capstone Project in Liberal Studies I

LBST 698 - Capstone Project in Liberal Studies II

MNGT 601 - Human Resource Management

MNGT 611 - Leadership Skills and Organizational Behavior

MNGT 681 - Strategic and International Management

MNGT 699 - Independent Study

MKTG 601 - Marketing Strategies

MKTG 699 - Independent Study

MATH 601 - Using the Graphing Calculator in the School Curriculum

MATH 602 - Concepts and Practices in General Mathematics

MATH 603 - Fundamental Concepts of Algebra

MATH 604 - Fundamental Concepts of Geometry

MATH 605 - Problem Solving in Mathematics

MATH 606 - Data Analysis and Probability for Teachers of Middle-Level Mathematics

MATH 611 - Introduction to Analysis for Secondary Teachers

MATH 613 - Algebra and Functions for Teachers of Middle-Level Mathematics

MATH 614 - Basic Topics in Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher

MATH 621 - Technology for Teaching Mathematics

MATH 624 - Intermediate Topics in Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher

MATH 636 - Geometry and Measurement for Teachers of Middle-Level Mathematics

MATH 638 - Fundamental Models in Statistical Inference

NURS 570 - Special Topics in Nursing

NURS 574 - Perioperative Nursing

NURS 576 - Cardiovascular Surgical Nursing

NURS 578 - Rehabilitation Nursing

NURS 582 - Oncology Nursing

NURS 601 - Roles for Advanced Nursing Practice

NURS 602 - Evidence-based Practice for Advanced Nursing

NURS 603 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing

NURS 604 - Population Based Care and Health Policy

NURS 605 - Healthcare Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice

NURS 606 - Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems

NURS 617 - Advanced Concepts of Pathophysiology

NURS 618 - Advanced Health Assessment

NURS 621 - Clinical Pharmacology for Nurse Educators

NURS 622 - Clinical Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses

NURS 624 - Economic Policies in Nursing and Healthcare

NURS 625 - Marketing and Competitive Strategies in Nursing and Healthcare

NURS 628 - Advanced Health Assessment for Nurse Educators

NURS 631 - Individual and Group Behavior in Nursing and Healthcare Organizations

NURS 632 - Administration of Nursing and Healthcare Organizations

NURS 633 - Human Resources Management in Nursing and Healthcare

NURS 634 - Financial Management in Nursing and Healthcare Organizations

NURS 635 - Business of Nursing

NURS 636 - Authentic Leadership Development in Healthcare Organizations

NURS 638. - Nursing Leadership and Management Culminating Practicum

NURS 645 - Advanced Nursing Assessment and Intervention I

NURS 646 - Advanced Nursing Assessment and Intervention II

NURS 647 - Advanced Assessment and Intervention Practicum

NURS 654 - Primary Care Nursing of Families I

NURS 655 - Primary Care Nursing of Families II

NURS 656 - Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum

NURS 661 - Psychopharmacology

NURS 662 - Psychiatric Mental Healthcare of Families Across the Lifespan I

NURS 663 - Psychiatric/Mental Health Care of Families Across the Lifespan II

NURS 664 - Psychiatric/Mental Health Care of Families Across the Lifespan III

NURS 671 - Curriculum Development for the Nurse Educator

NURS 672 - Teaching Strategies for the Nurse Educator

NURS 673 - Evaluation Strategies for the Nurse Educator