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LA 181 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts 1 Credit
Designates new or occasional lower division courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Specific topics will be listed as course title on the student’s transcript. Consult the current course schedule for available topic(s). This course may be repeated up to six (6) credits without repeating a given topic.
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LA 201 - Connections II: Self and Learning 1 Credit
The purpose of this class is to develop the critical reading, thinking, and writing skills of the sophomore student. Reading assignments, group discussions, and writing exercises in this course are designed to improve reading comprehension, oral communication, and expository writing. Students will develop the skills necessary for full participation in the academic dialogue of the college. This course may be designate as an Honors Program only. Prerequisites: LA 101 and entering the next semester with sophomore standing (30 credits earned). This course is to be taken in the student’s sophomore year. Prerequisite: LA 101 .
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LA 202 - Connections: Self, Community, and Learning 2 Credits
The purpose of this class is to integrate first year students into the community of thinkers and learners. It is an inquiry into the academic expectations, resources, and traditions of Mount Aloysius College. Students are challenged to enhance their intellectual potential, understand their academic and moral responsibilities, and appreciate diversity in a framework that develops the critical thinking, learning, and communication skills necessary to contribute successfully to the college’s intellectual life. Particular emphasis is placed on critical reading and writing skills. For Graduate and Continuing Education programs only.
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LA 210 - Liberal Arts Seminar 1 Credit
The purpose of this class is to facilitate students in assembling, submitting and creating materials that will demonstrate that they have met the program goals of their specific Liberal Arts associate degree. Students will be expected to both create original written and researched material for the course and to assemble and submit previously graded material from other courses such as research papers, exams, lab reports, clinical evaluations, etc.
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LA 281 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts 1-3 Credits
Designates new or occasional lower division courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Specific topics will be listed as course title on the student’s transcript. Consult the current course schedule for available topic(s). Given that this course is a variable credit course (1-3 credits) it may be repeated up to six (6) credits without repeating a given topic.
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LA 301 - Connections III: Self and Vocation 1 Credit
The purpose of this class is to review and strengthen skills in critical reading, the conventions of academic writing, and the formulation of a research question in preparing for the senior capstone experience. Additionally, the students will examine the Mercy values in the context of their discipline and formulate connections between their education and their vocation. This course may be designate as an Honors Program only. Prerequisites: LA 101 , LA 201 and entering the next semester with junior standing (60 credits earned). This course should be taken in the student’s junior year. Prerequisite: LA 201 .
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LA 381 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts 3 Credits
It designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. This course may be repeated up to two (2) times without repeating a given topic.
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LA 400 - Capstone Seminar 3 Credits
The Capstone Seminar is the demonstration of the students’ mastery of the undergraduate discipline and its synthesis with the liberal arts. Through a culminating research project, students demonstrate the ability to write and effectively communicate depth in the discipline, integration of liberal arts, and an understanding of Mercy value. Prerequisites: LA 301 and entering the next semester with senior standing (90 credits earned). The class should be taken in the senior year.
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LA 401H - Honors Senior Seminar 1 Credit
This course will be a culminating experience for a cohort of honors students with the goal of transitioning their honors experience from undergraduate college program to the wider community following graduation. This course will linked to the Capstone Seminar as the LA401H will be offered during the fall semester and LA 400 in the spring semester. Prerequisite: LA 301H
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LA 402 - Liberal Arts Seminar: Bachelor Level 1 Credit
The purpose of this class is to direct students in assembling, submitting and creating materials that will demonstrate that they have met the program goals of their specific Interdisciplinary Studies degree and the two minors of which it is composed. Students will be expected to both create original written and researched material for the course and to assemble and submit previously graded material from other courses such as research papers, exams, lab reports, clinical evaluations, etc. Permission of instructor required.
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Master of Business Administration |
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MBA 505 - Human Resources of Leaders 3 Credits
This course examines the role of Human Resource Management (HRM) in the leadership of organizations. In addition, the course provides an overview of the various functions in the field of Human Resource Management. The functions of planning, selecting, compensating, appraising, training, and development are covered. Legislation and laws pertaining to these functions as well as labor relations and health and safety are examined. Overall organizational strategy is incorporated into the application of all Human Resource functions.
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MBA 510 - Organizational Behavior 3 Credits
This course explores ideas and theories from the behavioral sciences as they apply to human and administrative behavior in organizations. This course provides an in-depth look at the application of the behavioral sciences to the management of individual and group behavior within the context of a business organization. Prerequisite: Graduate program matriculation
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MBA 513 - Global Business 3 Credits
Students will identify, recognize and develop knowledge to solve many business situations. Emphasis is placed on diversity, financial management and human resource effectiveness in a global arena. The focus is on the following core proficiencies: Management, Finance, Business Ethics, International Business, Marketing and Human Resource Management. The intent is to verify competency and integrate disciplines through the provision and usage of international examples, case studies and partnerships with businesses that conduct business nationally (U.S) and internationally. Prerequisite: Graduate program matriculation.
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MBA 515 - Marketing Management and Planning 3 Credits
This course examines the marketing process from the strategic perspective of organizational management, with emphasis on the process of analyzing the market, developing marketing strategies and planning marketing programs. Some emphasis will be placed on the integration of current trends in marketing, driven by Internet technologies and the globalization of commerce into the traditional marketing framework. Attention is given to the development of conceptual and analytical thinking, oral and written communications and interpersonal and team management skills. Prerequisite: Admission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 516 - Accounting and Finance for Business Leaders 3 Credits
The Accounting and Finance for Business Leaders course will help individuals to understand accounting processes and methods to enhance their ability to forecast financial performance, understand statements and financial trends in order to make sound leadership decisions. The course will increase a business leader’s ability to make decisions and plan strategically by use of case studies and real-world applications to the course. We will offer business projects, analyze companies’ performance and apply finance and accounting principles for non-financial business leaders.
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MBA 518 - Managerial Economics 3 Credits
An application of economic principles and concepts to business decision making. Integrating economics with the various principles and concepts from different fields of business administration will be the basis for understanding how economics is the foundation for prudent business decision making. Economic concepts will be applied to decisions relating to resource acquisition and usage, and business strategy. Emphasis will be placed on the interplay of economic concepts in decision making and the consequences of decisions at the individual firm level. Prerequisite: Admission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 520 - Current Topics in Business Law and Ethics 3 Credits
This course will survey contemporary issues in selected areas of law and ethics. We will introduce pivotal areas of law, so that students begin to anticipate legal problems, analyze how to avoid them, and realize how legal principles can be employed to add value in their chosen fields. The subjects are torts, contracts, employment law, securities regulation and corporate governance. We expect that this overview of a few disciplines will encourage students to explore other legal topics relevant to their business interests. We will also offer an analytic structure that enables students to identify ethical issues in business, analyze options and make choices consistent with their own values.
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MBA 522 - Information Systems and Technology 3 Credits
This course examines how to develop strategies to deliver business value through information technology (IT) initiatives. Acknowledging a history of IT investment failures, the class focus will be on understanding how integral IT is to the organization and will address these complexities when strategizing. Graduate students should complete this course with the analytical skills to critique IT initiatives and propose “best practices” modifications. Prerequisite: Admission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 531 - Fraud Examination 3 Credits
Fraud examination will cover the principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. The course includes such topics as skimming, cash larceny, check tampering, cash register disbursement schemes, billing schemes, payroll and expense reimbursement schemes, non-cash misappropriations, corruption, accounting principles and fraud, fraudulent financial statements, and interviewing witnesses. Also included is an examination of laws governing the prosecution of fraud cases. Admission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 533 - Research in Taxation 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a solid foundation for understanding how taxes affect economic decisions. The purpose of this course will be accomplished in part by conducting research to provide students with an in-depth examination of the tax aspects of various situations frequently encountered by businesses and individuals. Prerequisite: Ad-mission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 535 - International Financial Reporting Standards 3 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with a working understanding of financial statements as based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Emphasis will be placed on comparisons to United States’ generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP). Also addressed will be the transition challenges faced by US corporations, regulators and users of financial statements. Prerequisite: Admission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 543 - Reimbursement in Health and Human Services Care 3 Credits
This course focuses on the current systems of payment for health and human care services in the United States, including governmental and private sources; social and political factors affecting change in reimbursement systems and exploration of potential future mechanisms for reimbursement are explored. Prerequisite: Graduate program matriculation or senior baccalaureate status.
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MBA 545 - Law and Regulations in Health and Human Services 3 Credits
Overview of major statutory and case law applicable to health and human services care delivery in the United States; health and human service policy issues and trends are explored from the perspective of concern for social justice. Prerequisite: Graduate program matriculation or senior baccalaureate status.
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MBA 547 - Health and Human Services Policy and Practice in Rural Regions 3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the factors affecting health and human services care delivery in rural regions; exploration of the significance of poverty, low population density and geographic mal-distribution of providers for the development of policy and practice in health and human services care and administration. Prerequisite: Graduate program matriculation or senior baccalaureate status.
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MBA 550 - Introduction to Non-Profit Management 3 Credits
The course is designed to introduce topics for managing today’s nonprofit organizations. This course is provides students a strategic approach to nonprofit management. It reviews areas essential to effective leadership of today’s nonprofit organization, such as governance, legal formation and framework, financial accountability, human resource and volunteer management. Woven through the course are the three key themes of social responsibility and leadership; multi-sector collaboration; and service and careers in the nonprofit sector. It is the combination of these themes, coupled with traditional areas of nonprofit management that creates the innovative educational aspects of this course.
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MBA 554 - Board Governance and Volunteer Management 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce topics for managing volunteers and working effectively with a board of directors. Every nonprofit organization has a board of directors. Students will learn what governance entails legally, what the conventional roles and responsibilities of boards have been, and how governance is changing. In addition, the course will cover volunteer recruitment, and human resource management of volunteers. The course is designed to provide practical techniques that can readily be applied by both professional and lay leadership. Strategic thinking, recruitment, accountability, utilizing technology and alternative board structures.
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MBA 558 - Fund Development and Management 3 Credits
This course will help students to identify and secure resources for the support of nonprofit agencies by understanding techniques for developing comprehensive fundraising plans, conducting prospect research and cultivation, practicing appropriate stewardship, leading campaigns for various types and vehicles of giving, writing grants, utilizing technology to facilitate resource development, and implementing creative approaches to fundraising. Students will prepare (1) a fundraising plan and (2) a grant application that adheres to the grantor’s guidelines as well as a few smaller assignments.
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MBA 561 - Introduction to Project and Program Management 3 Credits
This course focuses on how to plan, organize and implement complex projects. Project initiation, planning, organizing, staffing, scheduling, monitoring and control, conflict management, cost effectiveness, quality, software tools for project management, team processes and leadership styles are emphasized. Students implement a team project. Prerequisite: Admission into the MBA Program.
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MBA 565 - Risk Management 3 Credits
This course examines the processes concerned with conducting risk management planning, identification, analysis, responses, and monitoring and control on a project. The primary focus of the course is on determining which risks might affect a project and documenting the characteristics of these risks both from a qualitative (probability of occurrence and impact) and quanti-tative (numerical analysis of effects) perspective. The course emphasizes understanding how to take the identified information and produce a documented risk response plan to enhance opportunities and mitigate threats to project objectives. Prerequisite: Admission into the MBA Program.
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MBA 569 - Project Estimation and Cost Management 3 Credits
The course covers the financial techniques and strategies for planning and executing successful projects with emphasis on project estimating and cost management. Basic concepts and tools used in successful project management are studied and applied in practical course work. Topics include developing the project budget based on the project plan, understanding and applying work breakdown structures to cost estimation, understanding and applying scheduling techniques, applying earned value to project cost control (tracking and reporting project costs, risk management and project finances, and cost-benefit analysis. Prerequisite: Admission into Graduate Program.
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MBA 599 - Internship 3-6 Credits
The internship course is structured for students with limited or no prior business exposure. The placement process will be developed by utilizing a variety of human resource assessments and interview processes to achieve the right fit. The course is designed to provide the maximum development in the functional areas of business to compete in today’s exciting and complex professional marketplace. In addition, the course will provide students with supervised work experience in a field they hope to enter. The course is part of an academic support program that combines practical work experience with academic study. Students from a broad range of backgrounds participate in this program and work in a business, government agency, health organization, or other location giving them opportunities to apply their academic background and develop applied skills. Through various placements, students are able to expand their resumes, clarify career goals, and make contact with potential employers. This course is a variable credit course(3-6 credits), whereby students may repeat the course up to a maximum of six earned credits.
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MBA 600 - Strategic Management and Business Policy 3 Credits
This three-credit capstone course provides students with an opportunity to work on real business problems. MBA students work as a consulting team with a client and advisor in a business environment to develop solutions that will be put to use by the client. Student teams develop their analysis and recommendations over the term and complete the project with the delivery of a final report and presentation to the client senior management.
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Mathematics |
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MATH 112 - College Algebra 3 Credits
This college level algebra course covers operations involving polynomials and radical expressions, methods of solving quadratic equations, evaluating and graphing functions, and solving systems of equations and inequalities, the use of and application of logarithmic functions, inverse functions and conic sections. This course is offered every semester.
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MATH 113 - Pre-calculus 3 Credits
This course will be a study of elementary function, their graphs and applications, including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Prerequisite: MATH 112 or instructor permission. This course is offered every fall.
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MATH 117 - Calculus I 4 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamental ideas of calculus. Topics included are: elementary functions (including logarithmic and exponential functions); central ideas of calculus (including continuity, limits, and derivatives); and applications to business, social and natural sciences. Prerequisite: MATH 113 or permission of the instructor. This course is offered every spring.
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MATH 118 - Calculus II 4 Credits
This course includes the following topics: the integral; anti derivatives; techniques of integration; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; partial differentiation; multiple integration; and sequences and series. Prerequisite: MATH 117 . This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 213 - Mathematical Concepts 3 Credits
This course will introduce concepts and develop skills in the area of number theory, set theory and logic, geometry, trigonometry and various applications. Prerequisite: MATH 112 or instructor permission. This course is offered every spring.
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MATH 220 - Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits
An introduction to the fundamental methods of statistics, including topics in tabular and graphic representation; measures of central tendency and dispersion, binomial, Poisson, and normal distributions; probability sampling; statistical inference and hypothesis testing; chi-square and regression analysis. Prerequisites: EE 094 if required. This course is offered every semester.
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MATH 305 - Statistical Research 3 Credits
The course examines the three components of statistics: data collection, data description, and inference. Students will write simple programs using a statistical package and interpret the results. Prerequisites: MATH 220 and CS 103 or ICT 215 . This courses is offered every semester.
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Medical Assistant |
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MA 101 - Medical Assistant 3 Lecture / 4 Lab / 4 Credits
This course introduces the first-year medical assistant student to the profession of medical assisting and the complex interactions that occur between the medical assistant, patient, his or her family, and the office staff. Emphasis is placed on basic medical assisting skills including, but not limited to, vital signs, exam room instruments, EKG recording and interpretation, exam positions, medical documentation, infectious disease cycle, standard precautions, body mechanics, and nutrition education. Prerequisite: MA 109 .
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MA 109 - Medical Terminology 3 Credits
The students in this course will be presented with a systematic introduction to medical terms with an emphasis on definitions, spelling and pronunciation. The medical terms will be broken down to the Greek and Latin prefixes, suffixes, and root words from which many of them have their origin. Students will develop a knowledge base for building medical terms by using word parts and will acquire a working knowledge of a medical vocabulary used by health care professionals to communicate information accurately.
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MA 175 - Phlebotomy Technician 3 Lecture / 1 Lab / 4 Credits
This course is designed to expose the student to the knowledge and skills necessary to function safely and effectively as a phlebotomist. It provides accurate, up-to-date, practical information and instruction in phlebotomy procedures and techniques, along with a comprehensive background in phlebotomy theory and principles. Emphasis is placed on proper phlebotomy collection, equipment, method of patient identification, and techniques for routine and special collection procedures. Use of a variety of on-site testing equipment is introduced, and procurement of samples for accurate laboratory testing is stressed. Standard Blood and Body Fluid Precautions, as related to OSHA is taught and practiced with attention to absolute compliances practice. This course is recommended for either the healthcare practitioner who is interested in updating skills or for the novice student who is developing career skills. Prerequisites: The 1st and 2nd vaccines for Hepatitis B.
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MA 202 - Medical Assistant-Clinical I 3 Lecture / 75 Clinical Hours / 1 Lab / 5 Credits
This course is the second of a three-part sequence dealing with the role of the medical assistant in health care. Student learning is focused on the ethical issues of patient care and the MA’s role in assisting in physical exams for all of the medical specialties and in office surgery. The principles and procedures of collecting laboratory specimens, administering injections, pharmacology, and performing phlebotomy and microbiology techniques are addressed. Prerequisite: MA 101 , MA 212 .
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MA 212 - Administrative Office Procedures 3 Lecture / 1 Lab / 4 Credits
This course introduces the medical assistant student to the administrative skills expected of the entry-level practitioner. By using standardized medical office automation software, students will learn the processes of inputting and navigating financial records, processing insurance claims, billing for medical procedures and tracking reimbursements, and bookkeeping procedures. Throughout the course, students will receive an overview of medical insurance guidelines and third party guidelines. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, patient confidentiality, medical specialties, medical law and ethics. Prerequisites: ICT 101 and ICT 205 .
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MA 212L - Administrative Office Procedures Lab 1 Credit
This course introduces the medical assistant student to the administrative skills expected of the entry-level practitioner. By using standardized medical office automation software, students will learn the processes of inputting and navigating financial records, processing insurance claims, billing for medical procedures and tracking reimbursements, and bookkeeping procedures. Throughout the course, students will receive an overview of medical insurance guidelines and third party guidelines. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, patient confidentiality, medical specialties, medical law and ethics.
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MA 220 - Medical Assistant-Clinical II 2 Lecture / 240 Clinical Hours / 6 Credits
Medical self-help and first aid techniques are stressed in this course with an emphasis on practicing within the scope of education, training and personal capabilities. Students gain experience in patient teaching, health promotion, and disease prevention. Time is spent in a physician’s office where students utilize both the administrative and clinical skills accrued throughout their studies. Prerequisites: MA 101 and MA 202 .
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MA 222 - Introduction to the World of Coding 3 Credits
This combination course introduces students to the complex world of medical diagnosis using current diagnostic and procedural terminology. Here, students will code diagnoses and related procedures for the purpose of reimbursement from third party payers. Students will combine knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and the patho-physiology of disease processes in determining specific codes for each diagnosis and procedure performed. Prerequisites: BL 116, MA 109.
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MA 240 - Electronic Health Records 3 Credits
This course serves as an introduction to electronic clinical record systems. The course covers the background, history, issues and barriers to system adoption and health information technology. The course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to put administrative skills learned in previous coursework into practice in a simulated medical setting using electronic health care records, and allows the student to learn about EHR management practices. Prerequisites: ICT 101 , ICT 205 , MA 109 , MA 101 , MA 212 or previously approved computer course.
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Medical Laboratory Technician |
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ML 102 - Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology 2 Credits
The students in this course will be presented with fundamental concepts in laboratory medicine while developing a basic understanding of laboratory safety, specimen collection, processing, laboratory quality control and quality assurance. Students will also develop a working knowledge of laboratory mathematics, measurements, instrumentation and information systems. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MLT curriculum.
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ML 103 - Basic Medical Laboratory Procedures 2 Lecture / 2 Lab / 3 Credits
The students in this course will be introduced to basic medical laboratory procedures with instruction in theory and medical laboratory techniques. Prerequisites: BL 116 , CH 101 , ML 102 .
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ML 202 - Hematology/Coagulation 3 Credits
This course presents the study of blood cells, the blood forming process and the blood clotting process. Topics include blood cell maturation, characteristics and biochemistry of blood cells, erythrocytic diseases, leukemias and leukocytic anomalies, the coagulation process, coagulation disorders, instrumentation and quality assurance. Prerequisites: BL 116 , ML 102 , ML 103 .
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ML 210 - Clinical Chemistry I and Urinalysis 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
The students in this course will be introduced to the basic principles of clinical chemistry and urinalysis with an overview of clinical chemistry practices, laboratory math, laboratory safety, basic concepts in statistical analysis of laboratory data, quality control, and different laboratory methods. The topics covered in Urinalysis will include kidney structure and function, physical, chemical and microscopic properties of urine and using laboratory data to correlate with disease states affecting the kidneys. Prerequisites: BL 116 , CH 101 , ML 102 . Co-requisite: ML 103
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ML 211 - Clinical Chemistry II 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
The students in this course are instructed in the theory and principles of clinical chemistry laboratory procedures and the diagnostic analysis of urine and other body fluids. Topics include laboratory mathematics, statistics, quality control, instrumentation, blood chemistries and chemical and microscopic examination of body fluids. Prerequisite: ML 210 .
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ML 212 - Immunohematology/Immunology 3 Credits
Students in this course are instructed in theories and principles of antibody-antigen reactions and the concepts of blood groupings and transfusion medicine. Students will be introduced to procedures including blood donation, blood storage, blood typing and the antibody-antigen role in the human immune system. Prerequisites: BL 116 , ML 102 , ML 103 .
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ML 215 - Clinical Microbiology 3 Credits
Students in this course are instructed in the diagnostic characteristics of pathogenic bacteria, fungi and parasites. Emphasis will be on methods of identification, disease states, antimicrobial sensitivity testing, safety and quality assurance. Prerequisites: BL 210 , ML 102 , ML 103 .
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ML 220 - Medical Technology Skills Laboratory 2 Lab / 1 Credit
This laboratory-based course focuses on the continued development of clinical laboratory skills and competencies in the disciplines of Phlebotomy, Hematology, Coagulation, Immunohematology, Serology and Microbiology. Students will gain additional hands on laboratory experience in preparation for the clinical practicum component of curriculum. Prerequisite: ML 103 . Co-requisites: ML 202 , ML 212 , ML 215 .
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ML 290 - Clinical Practicum 12 Credits
The clinical practicum is a 25-week rotation assignment at an affiliate hospital laboratory. The practicum provides students with the opportunity to develop technical proficiency in routine medical laboratory procedures. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all ML course work.
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ML 291 - Medical Laboratory Technician Seminar 1 Credit
This course is done concurrently with the clinical practicum and will incorporate review of clinical practicum rotation instruction with review of theory aspects to prepare the students to take the American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Registry Medical Laboratory Technician certification examination. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all ML course work.
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Military Science and Leadership |
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MLSC 101 - Introduction to the Army 2 Lecture / 1 Lab / 2 Credits
The MSL I course produces a Cadet who accepts the Army as a values-based organization and embraces the scholar-athlete-warrior ethos; who is familiar with individual roles and responsibilities in support of team efforts and problem solving processes in military and non-military situations; who demonstrates oral and written communication skills, understands resilience, and demonstrates a commitment to learning. Live Honorably & Build Trust and Communicate and Interact Effectively.
MSL101 introduces Cadets to the Army and the Profession of Arms. Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of the Army Leadership Requirements Model while gaining a big picture understanding of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Cadets also learn how resiliency and fitness supports their development as an Army leader. As you become further acquainted with MSL101, you will learn the structure of the ROTC Basic Course program consisting of MSL101, 102, 203, 204, Fall and Spring Leadership Labs, and Basic Camp.
The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions, attributes and core leader competencies while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.
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MLSC 102 - Foundations of Agile and Adaptive Leadership 2 Lecture / 1 Lab / 2 Credits
MSL102 introduces Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, time management, goal setting, and communication. Cadets learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leaders to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. Cadets will begin learning the basics of squad level tactics that will be reinforced during a weekly lab facilitated by MSL III Cadets and supervised by Cadre.
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MLSC 203 - Leadership and Decision Making 2 Lecture / 1 Lab / 2 Credits
The MSL II course produces a cadet grounded in foundational leadership doctrine and skills by following and leading small units to achieve assigned missions; who applies critical thinking and problem solving using Troop Leading Procedures (TLP); who comprehends the value of diversity and understands the officer’s role in leading change; understands the fundamentals of the Army as a profession.
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MLSC 204 - Army Doctrine and Team Development 2 Lecture / 1 Lab / 2 Credits
MSL204 focuses on Army doctrine and team development. The course begins the journey to understand and demonstrate competencies as they relate to Army doctrine. Army Values, Teamwork, and Warrior Ethos and their relationship to the Law of Land Warfare and philosophy of military service are also stressed. The ability to lead and follow is also covered through Team Building exercises at squad level. Students are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab facilitated by MSL III Cadets and supervised by cadre.
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MLSC 305 - Training Management and the Warfighting Functions 3 Lecture / 1 Lab / 3 Credits
MSL 305 focuses on training management and the warfighting functions. It is an academically challenging course were you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Training Management and how the Army operates through the Warfighting functions. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, preparing, and executing training for a squad conducting small unit tactics. Includes a lab per week using peer facilitation overseen by MSL IVs, supervised by ROTC Cadre.
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MLSC 306 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations 3 Lecture / 1 Lab / 3 Credits
MSL 306 focuses on applied leadership in small unit operations. It is an academically challenging course where you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of direct level leadership and small unit tactics at the platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a platoon in the execution of a mission. Includes a lab per week using peer facilitation overseen by MSL IVs, supervised by ROTC Cadre. Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for the Cadet Summer Training Advance Camp, which you will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY.
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MLSC 407 - The Army Officer 3 Lecture / 1 Lab / 3 Credits
MSL 407 Focuses on development of the Army Officer. It is an academically challenging course were you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities to plan, resource, and assess training at the small unit level. You will also learn about Army programs that support counseling subordinates and evaluating performance, values and ethics, career planning, and legal responsibilities. At the conclusion of this course, you will be familiar with how to plan, prepare, execute, and continuously assess the conduct of training at the company or field grade officer level. Includes a lab per week overseeing MSL III lesson facilitation and supervised by ROTC Cadre.
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MLSC 408 - Company Grade Leadership 3 Lecture / 1 Lab / 3 Credits
MSL 408 is an academically challenging course were you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities required of junior officers pertaining to the Army in Unified Land Operations and Company Grade Officer roles and responsibilities. This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and an Oral Practicum as the final exam. The Oral Practicum explores your knowledge of how you will be prepared for the 20 Army Warfighting Challenges (AWFC) covered throughout the ROTC Advanced Course. Successful completion of this course will assist in preparing you for your BOLC B course and is a mandatory requirement for commissioning. Includes a lab per week overseeing MSL III lesson facilitation and supervised by ROTC Cadre.
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Music |
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MU 100 - Vox Nova 0-2 Credits
Study and practical experience in singing and performing choral literature, both sacred and secular, from the Renaissance to the present. Instruction in vocal and choral techniques given also. Prerequisite: Must successfully pass an audition with the Music Director. NOTE: This course may be taken for zero credit (or one credit if applicable) if student has reached the eighteen (18) credit limit. This course is repeatable and cumulative.
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MU 105 - Survey of Music 3 Credits
A comprehensive course covering music from the early Greeks to the contemporaries. A brief history of each period is given with use of live demonstrations related to the period.
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MU 108 - World Soundscapes 3 Credits
A study of music of the world’s people focusing on indigenous music of tribal peoples, Asia and the Middle East, and the folk, ethnic, and immigrant music of North and South America. Historical, geographical, and cultural aspects are integrated.
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MU 114 - Applied Piano 1 Credit
Private study and practical experience designed to attain a basic piano proficiency level. Music theory and appropriate keyboard techniques are emphasized for accurate performance. Normal tuition does not cover private instruction. Offered for variable credit. One credit-30 minute lesson; Two credits-60 minute lesson. This course is repeatable and cumulative. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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MU 124 - Applied Voice 1 Credit
Private instruction designed to develop correct vocal production techniques through a survey of appropriate vocal literature. Normal tuition does not cover private instruction. Offered for variable credit. One credit-30 minute lesson; Two credits-60 minute lesson. This course is repeatable and cumulative. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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MU 160 - Class Voice 3 Credits
A course designed for beginning singers to improve their vocal skills. These group lessons and vocal concepts emphasize proper voice technique, breath support and tone quality through applied and academic approaches.
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MU 190 - Music Lab (Madrigal Singers) 1 Credit
Study and practical experience in singing and performing madrigal literature, both secular and sacred, from various periods of music history. Instruction in vocal and choral techniques given also. This course is repeatable and cumulative. Prerequisite: Successful audition.
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MU 220 - Musical Theatre Survey 3 Credits
Survey of prominent musicals from Broadway and the cinema. Music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Loewe, Andrew Lloyd Webber and others will be studied.
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MU 222 - Music and Movement for Children 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to prepare liberal studies students, elementary education majors and other non-music majors to teach basic music principles, singing and movement with music in the context of an elementary music class or a similar setting where music can be incorporated. Prior musical experience may be helpful but is not required to succeed in this course.
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MU 250 - Women in Music 3 Credits
This course is a survey of women’s activities in music performance, composition, teaching and patronage from the time of the ancient Greeks to the present. Music from Europe and North American will be featured alongside global influences from Latin American, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, and Israel.
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MU 281 - Special Topics in Music 1-3 Credits
Designates new or occasional lower division courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Consult the current course schedule for available topics(s). Given that this course is a variable credit course (1-3 credits) it may be repeated up to six (6) credits without repeating a given topic.
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MU 291 - Music Lab (College Chorus) 1 Credit
Study and practical experience in singing and performing choral literature, both sacred and secular, from various periods of music history. Instruction in vocal and choral technique is given also.
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MU 301 - Music Theory 3 Credits
A study of the basics of music theory and composition and analysis of the same. Students must have basic music reading skills and music background. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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MU 325 - Mozart: Life and Music 3 Credits
A study of the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the influence of his surroundings and society on his compositions. Prerequisite: MU 105 .
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NU 115 - LPN to RN Transition 2 Lecture / 3 Seminar / 3 Credits
This course is designed to enable the LPN student to identify specific role changes necessary for the successful transition from licensed practical nursing into the registered nursing program. Students will demonstrate the ability to utilize the nursing process with a focus on patient assessment and basic communication skills. The principles of the teaching/learning process, ethical/legal principles and skill competency will be integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: BL 201 . Concurrent: BL 202 and NU 220 ; EE 091 , EE 094 , and EE 098 if required by placement exam.
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NU 130 - Adult Nursing I 2 Lecture / 3 Seminar / 12 Clinical Hours / 7 Credits
This course introduces students to the roles and competencies of the associate degree nurse. The nursing process is presented as the framework for providing nursing care to meet the basic human needs of the individual patient with developmental emphasis on the middle-aged to aging adult. Students gain experience with selected nursing skills and procedures through the simulation lab and through a clinical practicum in extended and acute health-care settings. Prerequisite: BL 201 . Co-requisite: BL 202 .
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NU 220 - Nursing Pharmacology 3 Credits
This course builds upon basic medication administration principles and is designed to lay the foundation for concepts of drug therapy. The pharmacology of drug groups and their effects at the cellular and body system levels is studied according to drug classification. Application exercises are designed to emphasize the nursing process in the safety of medication therapy in the clinical setting, and to include the involvement of the patient in safe self-management of the medication regimen in the home setting. Pre-requisites: BL 202 , NU 130 Co-requisites: BL 202 and NU220 for LPN-RN students only.
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NU 240 - Nursing of the Family 2 Lecture / 3 Seminar / 6 Clinical Hours / 5 Credits
This course focuses on the care of the individual within the family and is specific to the developmental health-care needs of infants, children and child-bearing women. Emphasis is on the many facets of health care ranging from normal developmental parameters to common health problems. The clinical component is designed to prepare the student to deliver nursing care to child-bearing women, infants and children in a variety of health care settings. Prerequisites: BL 202 , NU 130 , PY 101 . Corequisites: NU 220 , PY 102 .
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NU 260 - Adult Nursing II 2 Lecture / 3 Seminar / 12 Clinical Hours / 7 Credits
This course focuses on providing a theoretical knowledge base for adult patients experiencing acute and chronic health problems requiring medical and/or surgical interventions. Through the use of the nursing process, students will learn to modify plans of care to meet the individual needs of these patients in acute care settings. Standards of professional practice and legal/ethical principles will guide students in the decision-making process. Prerequisites: EN 109 or EN 110 , NU 220 , NU 240 . Co-requisite: BL 210 .
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NU 275 - Mental Health Nursing 1 Lecture / 3 Seminar-Clinical / 2 Credits
This course focuses on the development of therapeutic communication skills utilized with patients experiencing mental health disorders. The nursing process, stress-adaptation model, and physical and psychosocial nursing diagnoses are included. This knowledge assists students in interacting with patients and families as partners and collaborators in the care-giving process. Prerequisites: EN 109 or EN 110 , NU 220 , NU 240 , PY 102 .
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NU 281 - Special Topics in Health Care 3 Credits
This course focuses on issues related to the current trends in health care. This course is open to all students. Course content will vary with each offering. This course may be repeated up to two (2) times without repeating a given topic.
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NU 300 - Transition to Nursing Practice 1 Lecture / 3 Seminar-Clinical / 2 Credits
This course provides leadership, knowledge and skills necessary for managing patient care in collaboration with other health care providers. Students are also guided in an exploration of the ethical and legal bases for nursing practice and contemporary health care related challenges and issues. Prerequisites: BL 210 , NU 260 , NU 275 , & EN 111 .
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NU 302 - Health Assessment for Nurses 3 Credits
This course builds on the RN student’s prior knowledge of health, illness, and clinical experience in developing comprehensive health and physical assessment skills while integrating knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology. Students will utilize assessment data to provide culturally diverse, evidence-based nursing care. The role of the nurse in health promotion of families and communities is introduced. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 304 - Human Pathophysiology 3 Credits
This course builds on the RN student’s prior knowledge gained from anatomy, physiology, and microbiology. It provides the student an opportunity to examine health deviations and their impact on human functioning using a conceptual approach. Principles of pharmacology related to the pathophysiologic phenomena are also examined with emphasis on providing safe, evidence-based nursing care. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 305 - Introduction to Research 3 Credits
This course provides the undergraduate student with an understanding of the ethics and basic elements of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and models for applying evidence to clinical practice. The student will evaluate data from relevant sources including technology to improve patient outcomes and create a safe care environment. Prerequisite: MATH 220 Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 320 - Social Issues in Health Care 3 Credits
Using a sociological perspective, this course examines the interrelationships of individuals/groups, organizations, and health care. Students will evaluate health care models which address equity, efficiency, and quality. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 330 - Adult Nursing III 2 Lecture / 3 Seminar / 15 Clinical Hours / 8 Credits
This course focuses on the application of theoretical knowledge, the nursing process and critical thinking skills to the care of culturally diverse adult medical/surgical patients experiencing complex multi-system dysfunction. Prerequisites: BL 210 , EN 111 , NU 260 , NU 275 .
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NU 381 - Special Topics in Health Care 3 Credits
This course focuses on health care topics selected from current literature emphasizing transcultural themes. Course content will vary with each offering. This course may be repeated up to two (2) times without repeating a given topic. Prerequisite: Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 401 - Capstone: Issues and Trends in Health Care Delivery 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to integrate and build on the RN student’s education and experience for a broader understanding of issues and trends in nursing and health care. Emphasis is placed on examining the influence of these issues on health care delivery, the health care professional, public policy, and society as a whole. This examination involves the critical analysis of economic, political, religious, and cultural structures as well as fundamental societal processes and human relations. Students develop strategies for mobilizing positive change within healthcare professions. Prerequisite: Senior Year, Licensed as an RN, baccalaureate students only or permission of the School of Nursing Dean, NU 305 , LA 301 , NU 440
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NU 403 - Community Health Nursing 3 Credits
This course builds on the RN student’s prior knowledge of health and illness while assessing the needs of aggregates including families groups, communities, and populations. This includes the study of community health care organizations and health care team in providing safe, evidenced-based practice to guide nursing care including advocating for social justice and a commitment to the health of vulnerable populations. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Senior or Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 405 - Health Care of Women and Children 3 Credits
An exploration of the social, economic, and environmental factors that affect the health of women and children, their special health problems, and their health service needs in contemporary society. Current and evolving health care practices and policy are studied in relation to the goals of the national health promotion and disease prevention project, Healthy People 2020. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 408 - Optimal Health: Chronic Care 3 Credits
This course examines nursings’ role in health promotion of clients who have chronic health conditions. Emphasis is placed on delivering comprehensive clinical preventive services to clients throughout the life span. Caregiver’s burden and resources are also addressed. Prerequisite: Senior Year.
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NU 430 - Nursing Informatics 3 Credits
This course for the RN student emphasizes the role of information technology in improving patient care outcomes and creating a safe, ethical, evidence-based care environment. Students will examine the history of nursing informatics, role of the nurse informaticist, use of technology in healthcare administration, clinical practice, research, and education. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Junior year or with permission of department chair.
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NU 440 - Organizational Behavior 3 Credits
This course for the RN student explores the basic ideas and theories from the behavioral sciences as they apply to individual and group behavior in organizations especially healthcare institutions. Key issues include organizational structure, group dynamics, team-building, motivation, strategic planning, ethical/legal issues, quality improvement, and leadership theory to manage organizational change towards a safe, evidence-based healthcare environment. Prerequisites: NU 302 , NU 304 , NU 305 , NU 430 , licensed as RN, Pre- or Co-requisites: NU 403 , LA 301
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