May 25, 2024

2010-2011 Graduate Catalog

2010-2011 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Microbiology
	MICR 6200 - Advanced Microbiology Seminar (2 credits) Presentations of selected topics of interest by advanced students and faculty. Required student preparation for participation in discussion. This course may be repeated for credit. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 6300 - Immunology (2 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. An introduction to immune phenomena including recognition, production of antibody, cellular basis of antibody production, delayed hypersensitivity, and allergic phenomena. Two credits lecture. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 6350 - Molecular Immunology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Biomedical Science I-IV or permission of the instructor. This graduate course will provide a comprehensive overview of the molecular basis of the immune system. Topics covered will include the structure, function, and genetic regulation of proteins involved in immune recognition, cytokines and their receptors, and mechanisms of cellular activation. Although previous coursework in immunology is recommended, students without such experience may be enrolled with permission of instructor. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 6362 - Molecular Virology (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOM 5010 /BIOM 6010 , BIOM 5020 /BIOM 6020 and MICR 5000 /MICR 6000 or permission of the instructor. Offered in alternating spring semesters; meets 6 hours/week for ½ semester. A lecture and discussion course taught largely from the primary literature. This course covers molecular biologic aspects of the viral lifecycle as well as virus-host interactions, viral evolution, viral transmission and pathogenesis. Experimental approaches used to study these aspects of virology are particularly stressed. (5362 - spring; 6362 - Spring, odd years) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 6500 - Special Topics in Microbiology (2 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Lecture course on areas of special interest to microbiologists; e.g., RNA viruses, comparative immunity, special groups of bacteria, etc. This course can be taken repeatedly for credit with different topics. Two lectures per week. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 6800 - Microbial Pathogenesis (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOM 5010 /BIOM 6010 , BIOM 5020 /BIOM 6020 , and MICR 5000 /MICR 6000 or permission of the instructor. The objective of this course is to expose students to the current understanding of microbial pathogenesis in humans. Topics will focus on how pathogens modify, disrupt, and utilize cellular functions for their own purposes. The significance of these interactions in terms of both pathogenesis and host cell biology will be discussed. The format will consist of a combination of lectures, critical readings of the primary literature, and student presentations. Heavy emphasis will be placed on student participation. (alternating spring semesters). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 6900 - Special Problems in Microbiology (1-5 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Research projects of limited scope to allow the student to develop certain skills or establish a specific interest in a research area. Conference and laboratory. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 7960 - Microbiology Dissertation Research (1-12 credits) Supervised research toward thesis. Generally up to 12 credits; exceptionally up to 18 credits. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICR 7990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for three credits of Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by the student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to receive credit for such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory (S) or unsatisfactory (U). (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICRO 5462 - Bacterial Genetics (3 credits) This course will examine bacterial genetics focusing on molecular mechanisms. Experimental approaches used to dissect complex biological phenomena will be particularly emphasized. The course is designed to be useful for those who study bacterial systems as well as those who use bacterial systems as tools for investigating eukaryotic systems. This half-semester course is designed to complement the Molecular Virology course given the second half of the semester and will focus on prokaryotic systems. The classes will be split between presented material and discussion of papers from the primary literature. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MICRO 6462 - Bacterial Genetics (3 credits) This course will examine bacterial genetics focusing on molecular mechanisms. Experimental approaches used to dissect complex biological phenomena will be particularly emphasized. The course is designed to be useful for those who study bacterial systems as well as those who use bacterial systems as tools for investigating eukaryotic systems. This half-semester course is designed to complement the Molecular Virology course given the second half of the semester and will focus on prokaryotic systems. The classes will be split between presented material and discussion of papers from the primary literature. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Music
	MUSC 5020 - History and Philosophy of Music Education (3 credits) The foundations of music education in the United States will be examined within a historical and philosophical context. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5030 - Basic Concepts in Music Education (3 credits) Major theories of music teaching and learning and current developments in the theoretical aspects of music education will be presented and explored. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5040 - Techniques of Research in Music Education (3 credits) Techniques of research design in music education will be presented along with source materials and methodology for research in music education. The student will begin work on the design of the thesis project. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5110 - Theory Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: successful passing of graduate entrance exam in theory. This course presents a study of the application of acquired skills in music analysis for the music educator. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5120 - Theory Pedagogy I (3 credits) Diatonic and chromatic practice and extended harmonic/melodic procedures will be reviewed through the study of appropriate music literature. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5210 - Seminar in the History of Instrumental Music (3 credits) Prerequisites: successful passing of music history entrance exam. This course presents a study and discussion of topics of the history of instrumental music. Specific topics to be covered will be announced prior to registration. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5220 - Seminar in the History of Vocal Music (3 credits) Prerequisites: successful passing of music history entrance exam. This course presents a study and discussion of topics in the history of vocal music (vocal solo music, choral music, opera). Specific topics to be covered will be announced prior to registration. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5230 - Seminar in the History of Keyboard Music (3 credits) Prerequisites: successful passing of music history entrance exam. This course presents a study and discussion of topics in the history of keyboard music. Specific topics to be covered will be announced prior to registration. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5310 - Advanced Methods and Materials of Choral Art (3 credits) This course is designed for choral directors and will focus on techniques and repertory appropriate for school choral programs. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5330 - Advanced Choral Conducting (3 credits) This course is designed to enhance the technique of the choral conductor. Accompanied and a cappella music of all historical periods will be studied. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5340 - Seminar in Instrumental Music Education (3 credits) This course is designed for band directors and will deal with topics related to instrumental music programs in the schools. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5350 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting (3 credits) This course is designed for band and orchestra directors and will include such topics as rehearsal techniques; critical listening; and the acoustical properties of instruments, rehearsal rooms, and concert environments. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5500 - Graduate Applied Music (1 credit) Private instruction and performance in the student’s major instrument or voice. Primary emphasis will be on performance. May be repeated for credit. Every semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5510 - Secondary Applied Music (1 credit) Private instruction in an instrument or voice for individual enrichment and the enhancement of teaching proficiency. Special attention will be devoted to pedagogical concerns and materials for teaching. May be repeated for credit. Every semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5520 - Graduate Ensemble (1 credit) Participation in a university ensemble, including: Concert Band, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Choir, Chorale, Opera Workshop, Jazz Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. (Note: only one credit may be counted toward the fulfillment of the 30-credit graduation minimum). fall, spring. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5617 - Teaching Beginning Piano (3 credits) Prerequisites: Level II standing in piano or permission of instructor. Examination of methods and materials used in beginning-level piano instruction of adults and children. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5627 - Teaching Intermediate Piano (3 credits) Prerequisites: Level II standing in piano or permission of instructor. Examination, guided instruction, and performance of literature used in intermediate-level piano instruction. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5637 - Piano Pedagogy Practicum (1 credits) Prerequisites: Level II standing in piano or permission of instructor. Supervised teaching experience with the beginning piano student. Students will plan, implement, and evaluate instruction. Meets one clock hour per week. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5810 - Suzuki Philosophy (2 credits) Identifies and outlines the basis of the Suzuki method of teaching music. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5820 - Advanced Suzuki Pedagogy (2 credits) Focuses on the pedagogical techniques of the Suzuki method of teaching music. May be repeated for credit. fall, spring. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5837 - Administration of Suzuki Programs (2 credits) Administration of the entire Suzuki program including recruitment, curriculum, and public relations. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5840 - Teaching Practicum I (1 credit) Teaching Practicum I should be taken concurrently with either Suzuki Pedagogy or Suzuki Philosophy as a practical experience of these courses. May be repeated for credit. fall, spring. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5850 - Teaching Practicum II (1 credit) Prerequisites: MUSC 5840 or permission of the instructor. Teaching Practicum II should be taken concurrently with either Suzuki Pedagogy or Suzuki Philosophy as a practical experience of these courses. May be repeated for credit. fall, spring. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5860 - Introduction to Suzuki in the School (2 credits) Outlines the relationships between the Suzuki method of teaching music and traditional school music programs. The student learns to integrate the Suzuki method into the school music classes. Biannually. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5957 - Special Topics in Music (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Contract must be on file prior to registration. Contract available in Mathes 100. Individual instruction and research in topics pertaining to music. Every semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5960 - Thesis (1-3 credits) The thesis will demonstrate research into some aspect of music education. Every semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	MUSC 5990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Nursing
	NRSE 5000 - Conceptual Systems for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 credits) The philosophical dimensions of the processes of ways of knowing and conceptualization which are linked to research and practice are introduced. Analysis and evaluation of nursing and related concepts, theories, and models are correlated with theory development, research, and practice. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5001 - Nursing Research and Design (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the graduate program or permission of instructor. This course includes the study of methodology of research in nursing and health, evaluation of research design, and models of research utilization that guide the implementation of research in practice. Emphasis is placed on generating research questions from theory and practice, designing research, and evaluating research and evidence for use in practice. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5002 - Policy and Ethics in Advanced Nursing Practice (3 credits) An overview of ethics and health care policy in the United States and the implications for nurses, nursing, and health care delivery. Ethical decision-making process is applied. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5004 - Seminar in Professional Roles (1 credit) Issues and concepts inherent in various advanced practice roles are explored, analyzed, and evaluated. Discussion will focus on issues generated by role conflict and ambiguities in practice. Topics which promote the development of negotiation, entrepreneurial, contract development, and financial management skills will also be addressed in relation to the practice roles of care-giving, collaborating, consulting, teaching, investigating, advocacy, and leadership. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5009 - Health Assessment Throughout the Life Span (3 credits) Corequisites: NRSE 5010 . Advanced health assessment focuses on the assessment of the total health status of individual and family clients throughout the life span. Emphasis is placed on the decision-making processes to differentiate normal from abnormal health status. Content includes predictable pathological findings and the mechanisms underlying them. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5010 - Health Assessment Throughout the Life Span Practicum (3 credits) Corequisites: NRSE 5009 . This practicum provides the student with opportunities to conduct advanced health assessment focusing on the assessment of the total health status of individual and family clients throughout the life span. Emphasis is placed on the decision-making processes which differentiate normal from abnormal health status. The practicum includes extensive laboratory practice and clinical placements. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5011 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Young and Middle Adults (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5009 , NRSE 5000 , and, NRSE 5010 ; This course focuses on the health and illness problems experienced by young and middle adults in underserved, rural, and urban populations. Content focuses on primary and secondary prevention measures in improving health status. Emphasis is on acquiring an expanded knowledge base for the application of the nursing process to facilitate coping and adaptation relative to both health maintenance and restoration. Content includes developmental, physiological, pathological, and psychosocial variables related to health/illness problems and life transitions of young and middle adults. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5016 and NRSE 5018 . (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5012 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Young and Middle Adults Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , and NRSE 5010 ; This practicum is designed to provide the student with opportunities to apply theoretical and/or scientific knowledge to health and illness care of young and middle adults in underserved, rural, and urban populations. Clinical experiences include direct care in managing clients with selected minor illnesses and chronic health problems as well as developmental problems specific to this population group. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5011 , NRSE 5016 , and NRSE 5018 . (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5013 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Older Adults (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 and NRSE 5010 ; This course focuses on nursing and health care management of the older adult in underserved, rural, and urban populations. Course content includes physiological, pathological, and psychosocial changes relative to problems of health maintenance, minor acute illnesses, chronicity, and life transitions. Emphasis is given to intervention and evaluation strategies which enhance direct and indirect care coordination of services for older adults and their families. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5016 and NRSE 5018 . (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5014 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Older Adults Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , and NRSE 5010 ; This practicum is designed to provide the student with opportunities to deliver advanced nursing care to older adults, including the underserved, in rural and urban settings. Clinical practice focuses on interdisciplinary teamwork for maintaining function through multidimensional assessment, treatment, follow-up, and evaluation. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5013 , NRSE 5016 and NRSE 5018 . (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5016 - Pathophysiology Foundations for Diagnoses and Interventions (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to graduate study or permission of instructor. he life span. The focus is on alterations in biological processes which affect the body’s dynamic equilibrium and a conceptual approach that is designed to integrate knowledge from the basic and clinical sciences. Alterations at the cellular and organ level are presented. These alterations include metabolic, infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic processes. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5018 - Advanced Clinical Pharmacology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to graduate study or permission of instructor. An advanced pharmacology and therapeutics course specifically designed for the student in a nurse practitioner program. The course provides an intense exploration of pharmacological agents used to treat common recurrent health problems of clients across the life span. Indications, contraindications, and interactions of pharmacological agents most utilized in primary health care settings will be presented. The professional role of the nurse practitioner in relation to prescriptive authority will be examined. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5019 - Supervised Experience in Teaching (1 credit, repeatable) This is a required course for graduate assistants or tuition scholars with teaching assignments. This course is designed to provide graduate assistants with supervision and training opportunities that serve to integrate their graduate assistantship assignment and graduate program or professional goals and activities. It is offered on a S/U basis and is not counted as degree credit. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5020 - Case Management Practicum (3 credits) This course focuses on the implementation of the case management role. The student will have the opportunity to practice case management with selected clients in a variety of settings appropriate to the student’s area of study. The student will gain experience in evaluating different philosophies and methods of case management implementation. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): ALNU 5021. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5021 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Women’s Health (2 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 and NRSE 5010 . This course focuses on the current and evolving role of the professional in case management in the managed care environment. Dimensions of the case management role will be examined through online discussion and oral and written presentation. Students will have the opportunity to explore the process of case management from a variety of theoretical perspectives, understand the practical aspects of case management as well as the emerging trends in health care delivery. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5022 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Women’s Health Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 and NRSE 5010 . The focus of this practicum is selivery of advanced nursing care to women. Various clinical settings with underserved, rural, and urban populations will be employed for clinical practice. The role of an advanced nurse generalist in case management is undertaken by the student, in collaboration with nursing faculty and clinical preceptors. The student will provide care, coordinate services, and collaborate with others as appropriate. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5023 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Children and Adolescents (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , and NRSE 5010 . Corequisites: NRSE 5016 and NRSE 5018 . The focus of this course is on nursing care of families with children and adolescents who are experiencing health and developmental transitions. Biopsychosocial aspects of growth and development, health status, and environmental interactions are explored. The role of the nurse at an advanced level of practice in rural, urban, and underserved settings is analyzed. Nursing strategies are designed to promote health in children and adolescents and provide an avenue for intervention in situational health crises. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5016 and 5018. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5024 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Children and Adolescents Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , and NRSE 5010 ; This practicum is designed to provide the student with opportunities to deliver advanced nursing care to children and adolescents in families and communities. Various primary care settings, including rural and urban, and underserved populations will be employed for clinical practice. The role of an advanced practice nurse is undertaken by the student in collaboration with nursing faculty and clinical preceptors. Prerequisite(s)Corequisite(s): NRSE 5023 , NRSE 5016 , and NRSE 5018 . (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5027 - Health Care Law (3 credits) This course focuses on the influence of state and federal laws and ethics on patients, practitioners and practice settings. (variable) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5029 - Supervised Experience in Research (1 credit, repeatable) This is a required course for graduate assistants or tuition scholars with research assignments. This course is designed to provide graduate assistants with supervision and training opportunities that serve to integrate their graduate assistantship assignment and graduate program or professional goals and activities. It is offered on a S/U basis and is not counted as degree credit. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5031 - Care of the Older Adult in Structured Settings (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , and NRSE 5010 ; This course focuses on nursing and health care management of the older adult in acute and long-term care settings. Content includes issues that arise with institutionalization, techniques to maintain autonomy and function, as well as regulatory, reimbursement, and ethical issues that affect older adults in structured settings. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):NRSE 5016 and NRSE 5018 . (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5032 - Practicum in the Care of the Older Adult in Structured Settings (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , and NRSE 5010 ; This course focuses on the clinical practice of nursing and health care management of the older adult in acute, extended, and long-term care settings in rural and urban areas. Emphasis is given to differential diagnosis and treatment of common complex problems. Prerequisite(s)Corequisite(s): NRSE 5016 , NRSE 5018 and NRSE 5031 . (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5037 - Essentials of Nursing Education: the Macroscopic Perspective (3 credits) Prerequisites: Educational Theories course. Provides the conceptual foundation for the practice of nursing education at various levels and across settings. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5038 - Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Older Adults (2 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5018 . A specialized geropharmacology course for the Graduate-level nursing student that provides concentrated study in the art and science of safe and appropriate pharmacological management of the health needs of older adults. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5039 - Supervised Experience in Administration or Service (1 credit, repeatable) This is a required course for graduate assistants or tuition scholars with administrative or service assignments. This course is designed to provide graduate assistants with supervision and training opportunities that serve to integrate their graduate assistantship assignment and graduate program or professional goals and activities. It is offered on a S/U basis and is not counted as degree credit. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5200 - Policy and Ethics: Advanced Nursing Practice (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the master’s nursing program or permission of the instructor. An overview of ethics and health care policy in the United States and the implications for nurses, nursing, and health care delivery. Ethical decision-making process is applied. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5210 - Advanced Pharmacology for Non-Prescribers (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to Graduate Program or permission of instructor. The course significantly expands on foundational knowledge of pharmacological agents used to treat health problems of client groups of all ages. Emphasis is placed on indications, contraindications, interactions, delivery methods, and desired clinical outcomes for these agents. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5220 - Population-Based Clinical Nursing Care (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the Graduate Program. Students will have the opportunity to use population-based science including biostatistics and epidemiology to explain patterns of health and illness. Students will learn to use aggregate data sets to assess needs of a select population, develop nursing interventions, and evaluate the quality of client care. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5267 - Nursing Management of the Critically Ill Adult (3 credits) Prerequisites: Current R.N. Licensure, or permission of the instructor, an arrhythmia or dysrrhythmia course. Comprehensive, systems-based nursing care of the critically ill adult client utilizing the nursing process with emphasis on health maintenance and restoration concepts, client and family psychosocial issues, and ethical-legal issues. (elective) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5303 - Psychopharmacology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the master’s nursing program or permission of instructor. This course is designed to familiarize health profession students with the basic principles of psychopharmacology and to explore medications used to treat psychiatric disorders. The physiological basis of mental illness will be reviewed and the pharmacologic, pharmodynamic principles of medications used in mental health care examined. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5402 - Behavioral Health Concepts for Adults (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the graduate nursing program or permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide advanced practice nurses with the necessary knowledge base to provide care for adults and their families experiencing complex behavioral health problems. Content will emphasize critical thinking and decision-making skills through the application of developmental, biological, interpersonal, and intrapersonal theory to behavioral health care nursing. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5404 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care I (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5000 , NRSE 5009 , NRSE 5010 , NRSE 5016 , and NRSE 5018 . This course will provide a foundation for the use of diagnostic reasoning and advanced therapeutics in the specialty care of individuals experiencing a psychiatric disorder and their families. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5405 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care I: Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5009 , NRSE 5010 , NRSE 5016 , and NRSE 5018 . Corequisites: NRSE 5404 . This course provides the student opportunities to apply specific knowledge and develop clinical judgment in the specialized care of individuals experiencing a psychiatric disorder and their families. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5408 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care II (23 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5404 . This course will focus on the integration of the advanced practice psychiatric nursing role into the larger context of health care by examining models of service delivery for the specialized practice of psychiatric nursing. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5409 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care II: Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5404 and NRSE 5405 . This course will provide students with a variety of clinical experiences in diverse settings in order to provide a foundation for implementation of the role of psychiatric nurse practitioner within the larger context of health care. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5408 . (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5410 - Interpersonal Treatment Modalities (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5404 . This course provides students with a conceptual theory-base for implementing advanced practice psychiatric nursing psychotherapy interventions. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5411 - Interpersonal Treatment Modalities: Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5404 . This course provides students with clinical experiences in implementing advanced practice psychiatric nursing psychotherapy interventions. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5410 . (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5501 - Leadership in Nursing Administration (1 credit) Leadership theories and concepts are explored, analyzed, and evaluated. The course focuses on personal leadership philosophy and how it impacts organizational members. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5507 - Social Concerns and Women’s Health (3 credits) This course addresses the historical perspectives and current status of women’s health, special concerns related to women’s health and the economic, political, and cultural factors which impact women’s health. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5510 - Organizational Theory and Nursing Administration (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5501 . Analyzes organizational theory and the role of the nurse administrator. Examines alternative forms of organizational structure, organizational culture, design parameters, and forces for and against change. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5520 - Fiscal Management in Nursing Administration (3 credits) Examines management of fiscal resources in nursing service settings. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5530 - Health Care Organizations and Law (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This interdisciplinary course is part of the Health Care Management Certificate Program that is totally online. The focus of the course is to provide an overview of the role of law in the health care system for health care administration. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5550 - Human Resource Management in Health Organizations (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course focuses on the skills and concepts required in managing people in health service organizations, as well as on the human resource implications of changes in the external environment. Emphasis will be placed on the technical aspects of human resource management as well as the managerial skills required to manage people. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5560 - Nursing Administration Practicum I (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5510 , NRSE 5520 , and NRSE 5550 . This first capstone course provides in-depth practicum experiences with approved preceptors in nursing administrative role similar to those in which students will practice following program completion. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5570 - Nursing Administration Practicum II (3 credits) This second capstone course provides in-depth practicum experiences with approved preceptors in nurse administrator roles similar to those in which students will practice following program completion. Students will complete a project and will analyze nursing administration and leadership roles. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NRSE 5560 . (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5580 - Project Management for Nurse Leaders (3 credits) This course focuses on all major aspects and components of project management. Processes include assessing, initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5590 - Strategic Planning for Health Care Organizations (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the major advisor. This course applies the concepts of strategic planning within the context of the health care industry. Issues associated with competing in a changing health care environment are explored with a focus on the development of solutions to problems associated with this change. The strategic management of health care delivery will be addressed from a variety of perspectives, ranging from those of the insurance industry, to public health facilities, to large health care networks, to small practices of health care providers. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5610 - The Illness Experience (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate Status. This course examines the illness experience from the perspective of the patient. Particular emphasis is placed on distinguishing illness from disease and the role of narrative in enhancing healing relationships and environments. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5611 - Diagnostic Interpretation and Therapeutic Modalities Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5009 , NRSE 5010 , 5015, and NRSE 5018 ; Corequisites: NRSE 5610 . This course applies advanced assessment skills, diagnostic testing and current therapies to manage care of adults with complex acute, chronic and critical conditions in acute care using evidence and incorporating acute care pharmacology. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5807 - Global Health Issues (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the Nursing major or permission of instructor. This course is designed for students interested in increasing their understanding of international and cross-cultural health. The course focuses on issues and skills that will enhance the practice of health professionals, especially those intending to apply their skills in settings outside the U. S. A. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5900 - Independent Study (1-3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Graduate Studies. Independent study in consultation with a member of the graduate nursing faculty. Directed study and/or research in an area for which the student has special interest and adequate preparation. (variable) (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5950 - Internship in Advanced Nursing Practice (4 credits) Prerequisites: All required didactic and clinical courses. This internship experience focuses on the synthesis of previously gained knowledge and skills in the provision of advanced nursing care to individuals, families, and communities. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, disease prevention, and clinical management of clients with common acute and chronic illness. (fall, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 5957 - Special Topics in Nursing (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Special topics related to nursing and health care will be presented. Course may include didactic and experiential methods of instruction. May be repeated for credit if course content is significantly different or advanced. (elective) (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6000 - Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Practice (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the doctoral program. This course will actively engage students in the analysis and evaluation of contemporary nursing knowledge, conceptual systems, and theories. Philosophical and historical dimensions of the development of nursing knowledge, the relationship between knowledge development and development of the discipline, strategies for theory development, and theoretical adequacy for nursing practice will be explored. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6002 - Health Policy Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission the graduate program. This course is designed to help students develop skill in analyzing health policy development, evaluating current health policy, and providing leadership to influence health policy at various governmental levels. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6004 - Advanced Quality Management (3 credits) This course prepares nurse leaders to direct complex health care systems within a customer-focused, ethical framework using advanced quality management skills. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6014 - Measurement of Clinical Outcomes (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is designed to help students develop skills in systematic evaluation, and development of clinical outcome measures in order to improve health. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6015 - Advanced Wound Care (3 credits) This course focuses on the processes of acute and chronic wound healing, comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of wounds of varying etiologies across practice settings and the life span. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6016 - Advanced Concepts in Pathophysiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate-level pathophysiology and Graduate-level research. This course explores knowledge emerging from recent research in pathophysiology, examines current research trends, and presents designs and processes that focus on the clinical application of research findings. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6018 - Integrative Application of Advanced Practice Skills (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5605, 5609, and NRSE 5611 . This course focuses on development of advanced practice skills and their integration in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic clinical problems in acute care settings. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6050 - Translation of Nursing Science in Practice (3 credits) Prerequisites: NRSE 5001 . This course is designed to provide DNP students with theoretical and applied knowledge in the translation of nursing science into practice in order to improve the outcomes, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of care. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	NRSE 6100 - Philosophy of Nursing Science (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to the Ph.D. program. This course clarifies traditional and contemporary philosophic approaches to scientific knowledge development and illuminates interrelationships among philosophies of science, theory, scientific methods, practice, and nursing. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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MICR 6200 - Advanced Microbiology Seminar

MICR 6300 - Immunology

MICR 6350 - Molecular Immunology

MICR 6362 - Molecular Virology

MICR 6500 - Special Topics in Microbiology

MICR 6800 - Microbial Pathogenesis

MICR 6900 - Special Problems in Microbiology

MICR 7960 - Microbiology Dissertation Research

MICR 7990 - Readings and Research

MICRO 5462 - Bacterial Genetics

MICRO 6462 - Bacterial Genetics

MUSC 5020 - History and Philosophy of Music Education

MUSC 5030 - Basic Concepts in Music Education

MUSC 5040 - Techniques of Research in Music Education

MUSC 5110 - Theory Practicum

MUSC 5120 - Theory Pedagogy I

MUSC 5210 - Seminar in the History of Instrumental Music

MUSC 5220 - Seminar in the History of Vocal Music

MUSC 5230 - Seminar in the History of Keyboard Music

MUSC 5310 - Advanced Methods and Materials of Choral Art

MUSC 5330 - Advanced Choral Conducting

MUSC 5340 - Seminar in Instrumental Music Education

MUSC 5350 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting

MUSC 5500 - Graduate Applied Music

MUSC 5510 - Secondary Applied Music

MUSC 5520 - Graduate Ensemble

MUSC 5617 - Teaching Beginning Piano

MUSC 5627 - Teaching Intermediate Piano

MUSC 5637 - Piano Pedagogy Practicum

MUSC 5810 - Suzuki Philosophy

MUSC 5820 - Advanced Suzuki Pedagogy

MUSC 5837 - Administration of Suzuki Programs

MUSC 5840 - Teaching Practicum I

MUSC 5850 - Teaching Practicum II

MUSC 5860 - Introduction to Suzuki in the School

MUSC 5957 - Special Topics in Music

MUSC 5960 - Thesis

MUSC 5990 - Readings and Research

NRSE 5000 - Conceptual Systems for Advanced Nursing Practice

NRSE 5001 - Nursing Research and Design

NRSE 5002 - Policy and Ethics in Advanced Nursing Practice

NRSE 5004 - Seminar in Professional Roles

NRSE 5009 - Health Assessment Throughout the Life Span

NRSE 5010 - Health Assessment Throughout the Life Span Practicum

NRSE 5011 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Young and Middle Adults

NRSE 5012 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Young and Middle Adults Practicum

NRSE 5013 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Older Adults

NRSE 5014 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Older Adults Practicum

NRSE 5016 - Pathophysiology Foundations for Diagnoses and Interventions

NRSE 5018 - Advanced Clinical Pharmacology

NRSE 5019 - Supervised Experience in Teaching

NRSE 5020 - Case Management Practicum

NRSE 5021 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Women’s Health

NRSE 5022 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Women’s Health Practicum

NRSE 5023 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Children and Adolescents

NRSE 5024 - Life Span Assessment and Clinical Management: Children and Adolescents Practicum

NRSE 5027 - Health Care Law

NRSE 5029 - Supervised Experience in Research

NRSE 5031 - Care of the Older Adult in Structured Settings

NRSE 5032 - Practicum in the Care of the Older Adult in Structured Settings

NRSE 5037 - Essentials of Nursing Education: the Macroscopic Perspective

NRSE 5038 - Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Older Adults

NRSE 5039 - Supervised Experience in Administration or Service

NRSE 5200 - Policy and Ethics: Advanced Nursing Practice

NRSE 5210 - Advanced Pharmacology for Non-Prescribers

NRSE 5220 - Population-Based Clinical Nursing Care

NRSE 5267 - Nursing Management of the Critically Ill Adult

NRSE 5303 - Psychopharmacology

NRSE 5402 - Behavioral Health Concepts for Adults

NRSE 5404 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care I

NRSE 5405 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care I: Practicum

NRSE 5408 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care II

NRSE 5409 - Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Care II: Practicum

NRSE 5410 - Interpersonal Treatment Modalities

NRSE 5411 - Interpersonal Treatment Modalities: Practicum

NRSE 5501 - Leadership in Nursing Administration

NRSE 5507 - Social Concerns and Women’s Health

NRSE 5510 - Organizational Theory and Nursing Administration

NRSE 5520 - Fiscal Management in Nursing Administration