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2015-2016 Academic Catalog (Jan 2016) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Medical Laboratory Science
  

  • MT 433 - Clinical Chemistry II

    Cr Hrs: 3 (30-40)

    Course including basic concepts of laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting techniques, operation, evaluation, and selection of instruments. Lectures and assigned readings emphasizing chemical measurements of physiological indicators of normal and abnormal human metabolism. Correlation of laboratory generated data with the available clinical information. Laboratory experience in determining constituents of body fluids, principles of chemical analysis, use and care of equipment and identification of sources of error.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Kathleen McLoughlin Kenwright
  

  • MT 434 - Basic and Clinical Immunology I

    Cr Hrs: 3 (30-40)

    A study of the fundamental concepts of human immunology, both theoretical and practical application, which includes the in vivo mechanisms underlying the response to infectious agents, alteration of immunity, aberrant immunity, tumor immunity, and hypersensitivity. Theoretical principles of the structure and functions of antigens and antibodies will be applied to diagnostic immunology / serology testing for the assessment of various disease states.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Thomas W Williamson
  

  • MT 441 - Hematology II: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Experience under supervision including application of appropriate knowledge and skills in a service laboratory setting.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Leilani Collins
  

  • MT 442 - Clinical Microbiology II: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3 weeks)

    Course including practical application of clinical microbiology and mycology principles in a service laboratory setting under supervision.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 443 - Clinical Chemistry III: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Experience under supervision in a service laboratory setting.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Kathleen McLoughlin Kenwright
  

  • MT 511 - Hematology III

    Cr Hrs: 4 (40-60)

    Course covering principles of hematopoiesis, normal and abnormal blood cell physiology, function and morphology, principles of normal and abnormal hemostasis, routine and special laboratory techniques in hematology and coagulation, correlation of disease states with laboratory results, and quality control.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Leilani Collins
  

  • MT 512 - Blood Bank I

    Cr Hrs: 5 (60-40)

    Theories of immunohematology with application to clinical blood banking. Includes theoretical and technical considerations of blood groups, serological procedures, transfusion therapy, related pathologic mechanisms and the production of blood products. Problem solving experience related to these concepts is provided.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Thomas W Williamson
  

  • MT 513 - Clinical Chemistry IV

    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0)

    Lectures and assigned readings emphasizing chemical measurements of physiological indicators of normal and abnormal human metabolism. Case studies that include laboratory generated data will be correlated with clinical information.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

  

  • MT 515 - Basic Educational and Management Principles

    Cr Hrs: 2 (25-0)

    Principles of learning with specific application to the development of instructional objectives, strategies and evaluation for specific teaching-learning situations. Also basic principles of management with particular emphasis on the clinical laboratory. Includes the basic management process, personnel supervision, identification and allocation of resources and simulated problem solving. Provides practical application of management principles under the supervision of local laboratory managers.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 517 - Principles of Laboratory Utilization

    Cr Hrs: 1 (20-0)

    Principles affecting the cost effective and efficient use of laboratory services in an environment of managed care will be presented. Special emphasis will be placed on the challenge of maintaining quality services while containing costs and the knowledge and skills necessary for successful consultations with physicians on effective use of the laboratory. Clinical correlation case presentations are also included.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Kathleen McLoughlin Kenwright
  

  • MT 518 - Introduction to Research I

    Cr Hrs: 1 (20-0)

    Discussion of the elements of research, including scientific writing, statistical analysis of data, seminar preparation, and literature searches. Current topics such as the use of animals in scientific research and ethics in research will also be discussed.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Linda W Pifer
  

  • MT 519 - Virology

    Cr Hrs: 1 (20-0)

    The nature, classification, physiochemical properties, multiplication, host cell relationships and immunology of viruses of human importance. Transmission, pathogenesis and all current techniques of laboratory diagnosis will also be discussed.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Linda W Pifer
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda W Pifer
  

  • MT 520 - Advanced Techniques in Molecular Biology

    Cr Hrs: 2 (20-40)

    Basic concepts, principles, and applications of technological advancements in laboratory science including genetic technologies, flow cytometry, HLA tissue typing, nucleic acid hybridization and amplification techniques, and biosensors. Provides opportunity for students to understand how basic scientific discoveries impact patient diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Thomas W Williamson
  

  • MT 521 - Hematology IV: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3 weeks)

    Experience under supervision including application of appropriate knowledge and skills in a service laboratory setting.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Leilani Collins
  

  • MT 523 - Clinical Chemistry V: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Experience under supervision in a service laboratory setting.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Kathleen McLoughlin Kenwright
  

  • MT 531 - On or Off Campus Experience

    Cr Hrs: 1 (2 weeks)

    WEEK I: Students may choose to concentrate their activity in areas related to medical laboratory science such as point of care testing, laboratory information systems, education, or to return to any discipline for in-depth study. Objectives to be met will be mutually set by student and Faculty. WEEK 2: Students spend one week on site in a clinical laboratory which employs molecular techniques. Experiences vary according to site and include techniques such as flow cytometry, HLA tissue typing, molecular pathology, genetics or microbiology, electron microscopy, or cytogenetics. Objectives to be met will be mutually set by student and Faculty.
    Grade Mode: P/F
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Leilani Collins
  

  • MT 532 - Clinical Microbiology III

    Cr Hrs: 2 (20-20)

    Course in clinical microbiology and mycology with emphasis on the isolation, identification and antibiotic sensitivity testing, where appropriate, of human pathogenic microorganisms. Included are pathogenesis and pathophysiology of infectious disease as well as epidemiology and quality assurance.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 533 - Ethics and Professional Issues

    Cr Hrs: 1 (20-0)

    Considerations related to the identification and management of professional and ethical issues in the delivery of health care particularly as they relate to the practice of medical laboratory science. Faculty led and student led discussions on specific topics will be utilized.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Seminar- based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 535 - Research II Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Course involving literature review of recent research publications in various medical laboratory science disciplines, submission of a paper and presentation in a formal seminar. Emphasis on importance of research in advancement of clinical laboratory sciences.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Research-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda W Pifer
  

  • MT 542 - Clinical Microbiology IV: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Courses including practical application of clinical microbiology and mycology principles in a service laboratory setting under supervision.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 544 - Blood Bank II: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 4 (4 weeks)

    Experience under supervision in a service laboratory where emphasis is placed on technical proficiency.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Thomas W Williamson
  

  • MT 611 - Hematology III

    Cr Hrs: 4 (40-60)

    Course covering principles of hematopoiesis, normal and abnormal blood cell physiology, function and morphology, principles of normal and abnormal hemostasis, routine and special laboratory techniques in hematology and coagulation, correlation of disease states with laboratory results, and quality control. As a graduate level course, students will be given an unknown leukemia case study. Microscopic analysis will be performed and laboratory results will be correlated to provide a diagnosis. This case will be presented to faculty and students.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Leilani Collins
  

  • MT 612 - Blood Bank I

    Cr Hrs: 5 (60-40)

    Theories of immunohematology with applications to clinical blood banking. Includes theoretical and technical considerations of blood groups, serological procedures, transfusion therapy, related pathologic mechanisms and the production of blood products. Problem solving experience related to these concepts is provided. As a graduate level course, students are expected to complete additional reading assignments related to transfusion medicine and submit critiques of two of these articles. Students are expected to participate in substantial discussion of the articles and critiques.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: lecture-based and lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Thomas W Williamson
  

  • MT 613 - Clinical Chemistry IV

    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0)

    Lectures and assigned readings emphasize chemical measurements of physiological indicators of normal and abnormal human metabolism. Case studies that use laboratory generated data will be correlated with clinical information. As a graduate level course, students are expected to independently complete additional reading and research which will provide background information for a case presentation related to death from a drug overdose. The case will integrate concepts learned in earlier chemistry courses with information from the current course.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture based and lab based
    Term offered: Fall

  

  • MT 621 - Hematology IV: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3 weeks)

    Experience under supervision including application of appropriate knowledge and skills in a service laboratory setting. As a graduate level practicum, students will present a hematology related case study to laboratory employees at their clinical site or an independent learning assignment may be substituted at the discretion of the professor
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Leilani Collins
  

  • MT 623 - Clinical Chemistry V: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Students will be expected to gain experience under supervision in a service laboratory setting. As a graduate level practicum, students will present a chemistry related presentation to laboratory employees at their clinical site or an independent learning assignment may be substituted at the discretion of the professor.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Kathleen McLoughlin Kenwright
  

  • MT 632 - Clinical Microbiology III

    Cr Hrs: 2 (20-20)

    Course in clinical microbiology and mycology emphasizes the isolation, identification and antibiotic sensitivity testing, where appropriate, of human pathogenic microorganisms. Included are pathogenesis and pathophysiology of infectious disease as well as epidemiology and quality assurance. As a graduate level course, students have higher level course learning objectives to improve the learner’s critical thinking and problem solving skills. To achieve these objectives, graduate students will have additional essay test questions and/or case studies on each exam.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture based and lab based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 642 - Clinical Microbiology IV: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2 weeks)

    Course includes practical application of clinical microbiology and mycology principles in a service laboratory setting under supervision. As a graduate level practicum, students will be expected to present a microbiology related presentation to laboratory employees at their clinical site or an independent learning assignment may be substituted at the discretion of the professor.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Linda Ross
  

  • MT 644 - Blood Bank II: Clinical Practicum

    Cr Hrs: 4 (4 weeks)

    Clinical practice experience under supervision in a service laboratory where emphasis is placed on technical proficiency. As a graduate level practicum, students will be expected to complete a blood bank related case study or independent learning assignment at the discretion of the professor.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinic-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Thomas W Williamson

Microbiology, Immunology and Biochemistry
  

  • MSCI 800 - Master’s Thesis and Research

    Cr Hrs: 1-9

    Research performed under the direction and supervision of the respective student’s advisor, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science. Research based. May be repeated up to 36 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Research-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 812 - Physical Biochemistry and Applications in Structural Biology

    Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0)

    A Lecture in physical biochemistry that is divided into two parts. The first part covers the major experimental techniques used in physical biochemistry, including X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, general spectroscopy, and thermodynamics. The theoretical and experimental bases of the techniques will be emphasized. The second part addresses the structure and mechanisms of biological macromolecules, and many of the major classes of proteins will be discussed, as well as the structures of DNA and RNA. Emphasis will be on the physicochemical processes that control the folding and stability of macromolecules and on the processes that determine their unique structures and functions. The course will be accompanied by problem sets and practical sessions in the laboratory, and students will also be provided with software for viewing and manipulating structures on personal computers.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: permission of instructor
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Stephen W White
  

  • MSCI 814 - Bioinformatics I

    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0)

    This course consists of eleven 2.5-hour segments. The material will be introduced in a brief Lecture for 30-45 minutes as necessary. The majority of time will be spent using computer applications of bioinformatics tools. The course is designed to provide practical training in bioinformatics methods including accessing the major public sequence databases, using the five BLAST tools to find sequences, analyzing protein and nucleic acid sequences, detecting motifs or domains in proteins, assembling protein sequences from genomic DNA, detecting exons and finding intron-exon boundaries, aligning sequences (Clustal W), and making phylogenetic trees (Phylip). Basic proteomics methods and comparative genomics will also be discussed. Students should leave the course with a working knowledge of how to carry out research using these tools.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R Nelson
    Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Yan Cui
  

  • MSCI 815 - Bioinformatics II

    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0)

    This course follows MSCI 814 Bioinformatics I , and consists of six 2.5- hour segments partially as lecture and partially as computer tutorial sessions to demonstrate advanced bioinformatics methods and the use of databases. Topics include knowledge base mining; 3D structure viewers like Cn3D, the VAST databases of 3D structure alignments; use of genome browsers like UCSC and Ensembl and NCBI’s genomic biology section; gene arrays–their construction, use, and data analysis; mapping quantitative trait loci (QTLs) and radiation hybrid mapping; genome assembly and annotation.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: MSCI 814 Bioinformatics I  
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R Nelson
    Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Yan Cui
  

  • MSCI 840 - Special Topics in Molecular Sciences - Cell Biology

    Cr Hrs: 1-3

    Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 840 - Special Topics in Molecular Sciences - Bacterial Pathogenesis

    Cr Hrs: 1-3

    Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 840 - Special Topics in Molecular Sciences - Biochemistry

    Cr Hrs: 1-3

    Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 840 - Special Topics in Molecular Sciences - Gene Expression/Regulation

    Cr Hrs: 1-3

    Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 840 - Special Topics in Molecular Sciences - Immunology

    Cr Hrs: 1-3

    Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 840 - Special Topics in Molecular Sciences - Virology

    Cr Hrs: 1-3

    Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R. Nelson
  

  • MSCI 861 - Cellular Signaling

    Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0)

    The course will provide a comprehensive survey of cellular signaling, describing mechanisms of signal transduction. The lectures will detail cellular signaling from the major classes of cell surface receptors to the impact on nuclear events. The class will emphasize the integration and coordination of signaling pathways in the cell and how this impacts on the fact of the cell.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: IP 841 Essentials of Cell Biology ; IP 806 Biochemistry 
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Susan E Senogles
  

  • MSCI 900 - Doctoral Dissertation and Research

    Cr Hrs: 1-9

    Research performed under the direction and supervision of the respective student’s Research Advisor in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. May be repeated up to 63 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Research-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
  

  • MSCI 910 - Student Seminar

    Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0)

    Reports of current research are made by students for fellows and staff. Presentations are followed by general informal discussion. Under certain circumstances, topics of current interest in the field are selected and reviewed by students and staff members.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: David R Nelson
    Instructor of Record, Spring: David R Nelson
  

  • MSCI 930 - Molecular and Cellular Basis of Pathogenesis

    Cr Hrs: 3 48(0)

    The goal of this course is to explore the interactions between viruses and their hosts that result in pathogenic effects and disease. The course will provide an understanding of the molecular and cellular mechanisms responsible for pathogenesis resulting from infection of a human host by viruses, bacteria and fungi. Classes will build on information presented in IP805 ?Essentials of Molecular Biology? and in MSCI 931 ?Immune Response to Pathogens? using defined viral, bacterial and fungal model systems to provide a comprehensive and fundamental understanding of the concepts that govern host-pathogen interactions and that lead to disease. Upon completion of the course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the molecular and cellular bases for pathogenesis resulting from infection of a human host by viral, bacterial and fungal pathogens. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of virulence factors, how their expression is controlled at both the molecular and cellular levels and how these pathogen-specific factors affect cells and tissues of the host. The topics are discussed using a format involving in-class discussion of key concepts and answers to pre-class study questions followed, by in-class discussion of pertinent assigned research papers. The papers to be read and discussed include classical papers establishing essential concepts and current papers that exemplify and add detail to the topic under discussion. Combined with the information learned in the prerequisite courses, students will also have a comprehensive understanding of host-pathogen relationships that ultimately lead to the elimination of infectious agents or the establishment of productive infections.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: MSCI 931, IP 805
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Lorraine M. Albritton
  

  • MSCI 931 - Immunity and Inflammation

    Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0)

    The course will provide a comprehensive overview of resistance to infection and immunity to viral and bacterial pathogens. Lectures will present in detail the molecular genetic, structural, and cellular mechanisms that determine innate and adaptive immune cell activation and effector function. The literature review will use landmark papers to document research that has elucidated innate and adaptive immune mechanisms that determine resistance to infection by bacteria and viruses. At the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of innate and adaptive immunity to viruses and bacteria.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: IP 806 Biochemistry ; IP 841 Essentials of Cell Biology  and IP 805 Essentials of Molecular Biology ; or permission from course director
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Tony N Marion
  

  • MSCI 934 - Techniques I - Biochemical and Cellular Methods

    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0)

    The theory and practical application of commonly used techniques in biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, and structural biology are considered, including absorption and emission spectroscopy; multiple chromatographic methods for use both with and without tags; protein purification strategies; protein electrophoresis and blotting; mass spectroscopy and proteomics; NMR and X-ray crystallography; generation and use of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies; flow cytometry; light, fluorescence, and confocal microscopy; apoptosis and cell purification.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Terrance G Cooper
  

  • MSCI 935 - Techniques II - Methods for Nucleic Acids

    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0)

    The theory and practical application of commonly used techniques for working with nucleic acids are considered, including nucleic acid isolation, quantitation, and electrophoresis; hybridization, mini-and micro arrays; DNA sequencing; oligonucleotide synthesis, uses, PCR and qPCR; restriction and modification enzymes, and polymerases; prokaryotic and eukaryotic cloning vectors; library construction and clone detection; cDNA-expression and siRNA-silencing libraries; making transgenic mice; in vitro mutagenesis, gel retardation, footprinting, and chromatin assays.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Martha M Howe
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Terrance G Cooper

Molecular Science
  

  • DMSC 101 - Biochemistry

    Cr Hrs: 4 (64-0-0)

    The course consists of a series of lectures that offers a basis for an understanding of modern biochemistry as well as establishing a background for courses occurring later in the curriculum. Although major emphasis is on fundamental aspects of biochemistry, additional emphasis is given to areas of special importance in oral biology. The laboratory emphasizes analytical techniques applied to oral tissues and secretions.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Mustafa K Dabbous
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Jegdish P Babu
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Terrance G Cooper
    Additional Instructor 3, Fall: David R Nelson
    Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Tayebeh Pourmotabbed

  

  • DMSC 201 - Microbiology

    Cr Hrs: 4 (49-0-0)

    Lectures and laboratory exercises present the fundamental aspects of microbial structure, growth, and genetics, with a survey of sterilization, disinfection and chemotherapy. Microbial virulence, nonspecific host resistance, and the principles of immunology precede a survey of disease producing microorganisms. Emphasis is placed on those affecting the oral cavity or with oral manifestations, and those of public health interest which might affect the dentist.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Marko Z Radic
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Jegdish P Babu
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Mustafa K Dabbous
    Additional Instructor 3, Fall: James Patrick Ryan
    Additional Instructor 4, Fall: David Carl Miller


Nursing Advanced Practice Selectives
  

  • NAPS 843 - General Practice of Anesthesia

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    This course is the first in a series of two practice selectives that focuses on the general practice of anesthesia. The course examines the effectiveness of the specialty within the practice and explores common clinical issues related to the general practice of anesthesia. Offered annually both fall and spring terms.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Dwayne Lance Accardo
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Dwayne Lance Accardo
  

  • NAPS 844 - Advanced General Practice of Anesthesia

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    This course is the second in a series of two practice selectives focusing on the general practice of anesthesia. This course will examine complex clinical practice issues of the general practice of anesthesia. In addition, the course will discuss the effectiveness of healthcare system policies on the current general practice of anesthesia. Offered annually both fall and, spring terms.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: NAPS 843 General Practice of Anesthesia  
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Dwayne Lance Accardo
  

  • NAPS 853 - Evaluation: Psychiatric/Mental Healthcare

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    This course focuses on the theoretical and clinical content specific to a well-defined area in the delivery of psychiatric/mental healthcare. The problem area is analyzed using the research and theoretical literature, practice in the area, and other means of inquiry. Strategies for implementing and evaluating change appropriate for the area of study are reviewed for their applicability. The utility of these strategies is analyzed from multiple perspectives (economic, patient, healthcare provider, legal/ethical issues, significance, etc.). Clinical practice may occur in a variety of settings related to the area in psychiatric/mental health nursing studied.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Laura Melaro
  

  • NAPS 854 - Management of Selected Psychiatric/Mental Health Problems

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    This course is designed to build on the previous knowledge and experiences of the student integrating mental health/psychiatric nursing in a selected healthcare delivery system. Content focuses on the management of selected psychiatric/mental health problems and the issues and theories related to clinical practice that influence the delivery of psychiatric/mental health nursing care. Strategies for care are further analyzed using the available standards and guidelines for practice and the research and theoretical literature. Recommendations for change in clinical practice are developed based on the analysis. Clinical practice occurs in healthcare settings providing services to clients with the selected psychiatric/mental health problems of interest.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Spring (not currently offered)

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Irma L Jordan
  

  • NAPS 856 - NNP: Infectious Diseases in the Neonate

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    Neonatal health care outcomes specifically related to infectious diseases will be addressed. Theoretical and evidence-based literature will be used to examine factors that predispose neonates to specific problems related to infectious diseases. Current and future health care will be examined in terms of legal, ethical, political, and health policy issues. Health promotion, disease prevention, and health care interventions including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapeutics will be examined based on the patient condition.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Bobby B Bellflower
  

  • NAPS 857 - NNP: Risk Factors for Neonatal Health

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    Neonatal health care outcomes specifically related to the prenatal/perinatal period will be addressed. Theoretical and evidence-based literature will be used to examine factors that predispose neonates to specific health needs and problems. Health promotion, disease prevention, and pharmacologic and other therapeutic interventions will be examined in order to formulate and test advanced practice standards in neonatal healthcare.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Amy R Koehn
  

  • NAPS 863 - Acute Care Nursing

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    The focus of this course is acute care nursing. From within this broad framework, the student will choose a focus of study that will involve the advanced practice nurse role, common clinical issues, and implementation of care standards in the practice of acute care nursing. This selective builds on the student’s preparation as an advanced practice nurse. May be repeated up to 8 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring (not currently offered)

  

  • NAPS 871 - Primary Care Nursing

    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2)

    The focus of this course is primary care nursing. From within this broad framework, the student will choose a focus of study that will involve the advanced practice nurse role, common clinical issues, and implementation of care standards in the practice of primary care nursing. This selective builds on the student’s preparation as an advanced practice nurse. May be repeated up to 8 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Nina K Sublette
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Nina K Sublette

Nurse Anesthesia
  

  • ANES 876 - DNP Medical Physical Sciences for Anesthesia

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course builds upon a foundation of basic science principles for the delivery of anesthesia care, physiology and pharmacology. This course focuses on chemical and physical scientific principles applicable to the practice of anesthesia.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Tom Cunningham
  

  • ANES 877 - DNP Physiology/Pathology

    Cr Hrs: 5 (5-0)

    This course provides the scientific underpinnings in human normal and abnormal physiology for anesthetic management of differing pathological states. This course focuses on physiology and pathology at the micro- and macro-cellular levels.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Cindi Dabney
  

  • ANES 879 - Principles of DNP Anesthesia Practice I

    Cr Hrs: 5 (5-0)

    This course is the preliminary course for principles of nurse anesthesia practice. This course focuses on the application of theoretical basic sciences to anesthesia practice. Students will critique anesthetic care strategies based on the framework of basic sciences, pharmacology, standards of practice and systems.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Dwayne Lance Accardo
    Additional Instructor 1, Summer: Cindi Dabney
    Additional Instructor 2, Summer: Lanny Coker
  

  • ANES 880 - Principles of DNP Anesthesia Practice II

    Cr Hrs: 6 (5-1)

    This course focuses on clinical consequences of abnormal physiology on anesthetic management in relation to patient co-morbidities, surgical procedures and system effects. This course focuses on the implementation and evaluation of appropriate anesthesia procedures relative to patient status, including co-morbidities, the surgical procedures and systems. Students will evaluate care delivery in a simulated clinical laboratory environment.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: ANES 879 - Principles of DNP Anesthesia Practice I  
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Diana C Hunt
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Cynthia Lynn Dabney
  

  • ANES 882 - Principles of DNP Anesthesia Practice III

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2-0)

    This course focuses on the examination of clinical consequences of abnormal physiology on anesthetic management states within the specialty areas of anesthesia and surgery and system effects. This course focuses on the specialty areas of anesthesia and surgery. Students will recommend anesthetic care strategies based on the framework of basic sciences, pharmacology, standards of practice and systems.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: ANES 879 - Principles of DNP Anesthesia Practice I   and ANES 880 - Principles of DNP Anesthesia Practice II  
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Dwayne Lance Accardo
    Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Cindi Dabney
  

  • ANES 883 - DNP Anesthesia Practicum A

    Cr Hrs: 8 (0-8)

    This preliminary course integrates didactic knowledge based on the framework of basic sciences, pharmacology, standards of practice and systems with practical application in nurse anesthesia. This course focuses on the student’s ability to achieve a level of proficiency with the normal, healthy patient and the patient with mild systemic disease (no functional limitation), assigned a physical status classification of P1 and P2.
    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Dwayne Lance Accardo
    Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Cindi Dabney
    Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Lanny Coker
  

  • ANES 884 - DNP Anesthesia Practicum B

    Cr Hrs: 6 (0-6)

    This course provides a clinical opportunity for the intermediate student nurse anesthetist to integrate previously mastered knowledge and skills in the care of a more comprehensive range of patients. This course focuses on the student’s ability to achieve a level of proficiency with the normal, healthy patient and the patient with mild systemic disease (no functional limitation) for emergency surgery, assigned a physical status classification of P 1E and P2E and the patient with severe systemic disease (with some functional limitations) assigned a physical status classification of P3 status and the P3E who presents for emergency surgery.
    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Term offered: Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Dwayne Lance Accardo
    Additional Instructor 1, Summer: Lanny Coker
    Additional Instructor 2, Summer: Cindi Dabney
  

  • ANES 885 - DNP Anesthesia Practicum C

    Cr Hrs: 7 (0-7)

    This course provides a clinical opportunity for the student nurse anesthetist to integrate previously mastered knowledge and skills in the care of a more comprehensive range of patients. This course focuses on the student’s ability to achieve a level of proficiency with the patient with severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life (functionally incapacitated) assigned an assigned a physical status classification of P4 status and the moribund patient who is not expected to survive without the procedure/surgery assigned a physical status classification of P5 and these same patients who present for emergency surgery assigned as P4E and P5E.
    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Dwayne Lance Accardo
  

  • ANES 886 - DNP Specialty Practicum A

    Cr Hrs: 7 (0-7)

    This is the first in a series of two clinical courses in which the DNP nurse anesthesia student integrates previously mastered knowledge and skills in the care of patients from the five specialty areas of anesthesia and surgery. The focus of this course is on the student’s ability to achieve proficiency for obstetric, pediatric, neurosurgical, trauma or cardiac surgical patients.
    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Dwayne Lance Accardo
  

  • ANES 887 - DNP Specialty Practicum B

    Cr Hrs: 7 (0-7)

    This is the second in a series of two clinical courses in which the DNP nurse anesthesia student integrates previously mastered knowledge and skills in the care of patients from the five specialty areas of anesthesia and surgery. This course focuses on the student’s ability to achieve proficiency for obstetric, pediatric, neurosurgical, trauma or cardiac surgical patients.
    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: ANES 886 - DNP Specialty Practicum A  
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Dwayne Lance Accardo
    Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Cindi Dabney
    Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Lanny Coker
  

  • ANES 888 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice I

    Cr Hrs: 1 (1-0)

    This course is one of a series of four providing a comprehensive in-depth exploration of advanced nursing practice. This course focuses on historical and developmental aspects of advanced practice nursing and professional organization to guide role implementation as it relates to advanced practice nursing and nurse anesthesia.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Lanny Leon Coker
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Dwayne Lance Accardo
  

  • ANES 889 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice II

    Cr Hrs: 1 (1-0)

    This course is one of a series of four providing a comprehensive in-depth exploration of advanced nursing practice. This course focuses on legal and regulatory aspects of advanced practice nursing to guide role implementation as it relates to advanced practice nursing and nurse anesthesia.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: ANES 888 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice I  
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Lanny Leon Coker
  

  • ANES 890 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice III

    Cr Hrs: 1 (1-0)

    This course is one of a series of four providing a comprehensive in-depth exploration of advanced nursing practice. This course is designed to give an overview of the evolution of ethics, cultural care and the effect ethical and cultural care has on nurse anesthesia practice.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: ANES 889 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice II  
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Lanny Leon Coker
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Dwayne Lance Accardo
  

  • ANES 891 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice IV

    Cr Hrs: 1 (1-0)

    This course is one of a series of four providing a comprehensive in-depth exploration of advanced nursing practice. This course focuses on technological, economical, interdisciplinary and emerging issues of advanced practice nursing to guide role implementation as it relates to advanced practice nursing and nurse anesthesia.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: ANES 890 - Roles of DNP Adv Nurse Anesthesia Practice III  
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Lanny Leon Coker

Neurology Clerkship
  

  • NEU1 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Neurology

    Cr Hrs: 7 40

    This four-week experience is offered in an eight-week rotation in concert with the Psychiatry Clerkship. The clinical sites for the clerkship are at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Methodist University Hospital, and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The major emphasis is on developing skills in neurological history taking and in the performance and interpretation of the neurologic examination. The clinical correlations of neurostructure and function taught in Neurosciences are expanded upon in the clinical setting. An exposure to the various categories of neurologic disorders and their pathophysiology is provided. The diagnostic approach to the patient stresses both anatomic and etiologic considerations. Neurology is a focal point for the dynamic advances in our understanding of the pathogenesis of disease and related new therapies. This clerkship is offered in Memphis (NEU1-3001/F), Knoxville (NEU2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (NEU3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 7 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 16
    Instructional Method: Clinical rotation
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Mervat Nasry Wahba
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Mervat Nasry Wahba
  

  • NEU2 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Neurology

    Cr Hrs: 7 40

    This four-week experience is offered in an eight-week rotation in concert with the Psychiatry Clerkship. The clinical sites for the clerkship are at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Methodist University Hospital, and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The major emphasis is on developing skills in neurological history taking and in the performance and interpretation of the neurologic examination. The clinical correlations of neurostructure and function taught in Neurosciences are expanded upon in the clinical setting. An exposure to the various categories of neurologic disorders and their pathophysiology is provided. The diagnostic approach to the patient stresses both anatomic and etiologic considerations. Neurology is a focal point for the dynamic advances in our understanding of the pathogenesis of disease and related new therapies. This clerkship is offered in Memphis (NEU1-3001/F), Knoxville (NEU2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (NEU3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 7 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 3
    Instructional Method: Clinical rotation
    Location offered: Knoxville
    Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Mervat Nasry Wahba
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Mervat Nasry Wahba
  

  • NEU3 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Neurology

    Cr Hrs: 7 40

    This four-week experience is offered in an eight-week rotation in concert with the Psychiatry Clerkship. The clinical sites for the clerkship are at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Methodist University Hospital, and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The major emphasis is on developing skills in neurological history taking and in the performance and interpretation of the neurologic examination. The clinical correlations of neurostructure and function taught in Neurosciences are expanded upon in the clinical setting. An exposure to the various categories of neurologic disorders and their pathophysiology is provided. The diagnostic approach to the patient stresses both anatomic and etiologic considerations. Neurology is a focal point for the dynamic advances in our understanding of the pathogenesis of disease and related new therapies. This clerkship is offered in Memphis (NEU1-3001/F), Knoxville (NEU2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (NEU3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 7 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 3
    Instructional Method: Clinical rotation
    Location offered: Chattanooga
    Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Mervat Nasry Wahba
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Mervat Nasry Wahba

Neonatal Nursing
  

  • NNP 818 - Neonatal Nursing I: Pathophysiology & Management

    Cr Hrs: 4 (4-0)

    This is the first of two courses focusing on specialization, expansion, and advancement of evidence-based knowledge and skills related to the advanced practice of nursing in neonatal care. Emphasis is on the development of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision-making and prescription of pharmacologic and other therapeutics for the neonate and the family as the unit of service.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Amy R Koehn
  

  • NNP 827 - Neonatal Nursing Clinical

    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-4)

    This course prepares the student to provide health care to the high-risk neonate. The clinical course provides the necessary experience to help the student develop knowledge, clinical judgment and appropriate intervention to promote the health of sick neonates. Emphasis of therapeutic management is placed upon early diagnosis, prompt treatment and disability limitation. This clinical course includes management of selected common problems of the newborn infant.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Amy R Koehn
  

  • NNP 828 - Neonatal Nursing II: Pathophysiology & Management

    Cr Hrs: 4 (4-0)

    This is the second course focusing on specialization, expansion, and advancement of evidence-based knowledge and skills related to the advanced, practice of nursing in neonatal care. Emphasis is on the continued development of a knowledge base and model of practice necessary for clinical decision-making and prescription of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapeutics for the neonate and family as the unit of service.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Amy R Koehn
  

  • NNP 829 - Neonatal Nursing Birth through 2 Years of Age

    Cr Hrs: 2 (2-0)

    This course focuses on the healthcare of neonates and infants through 2 years of age. It is designed to assist students in the use of critical thinking to foster health promotion, primary prevention of illness and injury, and management of common medical conditions of newborn and infant health, especially as they relate to care of infants who have received care in a neonatal intensive care unit. The course is designed to lay the foundational knowledge for the clinical course of the same name.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Amy R Koehn
  

  • NNP 830 - Clinical - Neonatal Nursing Birth through 2 Years of Age

    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-2)

    This course focuses on the healthcare of neonates and infants through 2 years of age. It is designed to assist students in the use of critical thinking to foster health promotion, primary prevention of illness and injury, and management of common medical conditions of newborn and infant health, especially as they relate to care of infants who have received care in a neonatal intensive care unit.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Amy R Koehn

Nursing
  

  • NSG 403 - Health Assessment - Accelerated BSN

    Cr Hrs: 3 (2-1)

    This course prepares the student to perform a holistic, patient-centered assessment across the lifespan. Skills addressed that are needed for the systematic assessment of health status include critical thinking, interviewing, obtaining a health history, performance of a physical examination, and documentation.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Lab-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Hallie Murrey Bensinger
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Crystal Martin Walker
  

  • NSG 403 - Health Assessment - RN-to-BSN option

    Cr Hrs: 3 (2-1)

    This course prepares the student to perform a holistic, patient-centered assessment across the lifespan. Skills addressed that are needed for the systematic assessment of health status include critical thinking, interviewing, obtaining a health history, performance of a physical examination, and documentation.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Lab-based
    Prerequisites: For RNs enrolled in the RN-to-BSN option only.
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Hallie Murrey Bensinger
  

  • NSG 404 - Introduction to Professional Practice

    Cr Hrs: 4 (3-1)

    This course focuses on concepts, skills and techniques foundational for professional nursing practice. Students are provided opportunities to apply critical thinking skills to explore professional values, nursing process and the professional nursing role.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 403 Health Assessment - Accelerated BSN , PHAN 499 Pharmacology - Accelerated BSN , NSG 421 Pathophysiology - Accelerated BSN , NSG 423 Medication Safety in Healthcare  
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Keonna N Newkirk
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Trina L Barrett
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Nancy Alise Grogan Farrell
    Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Kathy A Putman
    Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Jennifer H Russell

  

  • NSG 405 - Informatics for Healthcare - Accelerated BSN

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course provides an overview of healthcare information technology and computer science systems to prepare students to effectively and efficiently use technology for the identification, collection, processing, and management of data/information. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and global environmental factors that affect healthcare information technology are explored.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Kathy A Putman
  

  • NSG 405 - Informatics for Healthcare - RN-to-BSN option

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course provides an overview of healthcare information technology and computer science systems to prepare students to effectively and efficiently use technology for the identification, collection, processing, and management of data/information. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and global environmental factors that affect healthcare information technology are explored.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 40
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: For RNs enrolled in the RN-to-BSN option only.
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Keevia Porter
  

  • NSG 406 - Mental Health

    Cr Hrs: 3 (2-1)

    This course provides the theoretical and clinical foundation for providing safe, effective, patient-centered, evidence-based, culturally competent nursing care to individuals, groups and families experiencing mental health challenges. The course focuses on therapeutic communication as an integral component of the nursing process. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, political, economic, historical and global environmental factors that affect the mental health of individuals, families, groups, and populations are explored.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 403 Health Assessment - Accelerated BSN , PHAN 499 Pharmacology - Accelerated BSN , NSG 421 Pathophysiology - Accelerated BSN , NSG 423 Medication Safety in Healthcare  
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Jacqueline Sharp
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Loretta Alexia Williams
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Y’Esha V Weeks
  

  • NSG 407 - Genetics

    Cr Hrs: 1 (1-0)

    This course provides a foundation for understanding and applying genetic knowledge within the clinical setting. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, political, economic, historical and global environmental factors that affect the field of human genetics are explored.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 40
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Ansley Grimes Stanfill
  

  • NSG 410 - Professional Issues

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course examines historical and contemporary issues affecting the nursing profession. Students also explore the role of nursing theory in the continued development of professional nursing.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 30
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring, Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Loretta Alexia Williams
  

  • NSG 412 - Nursing Skills Lab II

    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-1)

    This course focuses on the development of competency in essential technical skills used to deliver safe, evidence-based, quality, patient-centered nursing care to adults.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 424 Nursing Skills Lab I  
    Co-requisites: NSG 416 Adult Health Nursing  

    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Christie M Cavallo
  

  • NSG 413 - Maternal Child Health

    Cr Hrs: 6 (4-2)

    This course provides the theoretical and clinical foundation for providing safe, effective, patient- centered, evidence-based, and culturally competent healthcare to women, children, adolescents, and their families. Nursing care of pregnant women, infants, and their families during a normal pregnancy and developmental aspects associated with preventive care and health promotion of children and adolescents along the wellness-illness continuum are examined. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, economic, political, historical, and global environmental factors that affect reproductive and child and adolescent health are examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based and clinical
    Prerequisites: NSG 404 Introduction to Professional Practice , NSG 406 Mental Health , NSG 424 Nursing Skills Lab I  
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Nancy Alise Grogan Farrell
    Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Jennifer H Russell
    Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Melody Waller
    Additional Instructor 3, Spring: Hallie Murrey Bensinger
  

  • NSG 414 - Introduction to Evidence Based Practice - Accelerated BSN

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course focuses on the research method and the role of the professional nurse in critiquing and utilizing nursing research literature. Research as it relates to healthcare and clinical nursing practice is examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 40
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Spring, Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Donna K Hathaway
  

  • NSG 414 - Introduction to Evidence Based Practice - RN-to-BSN option

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course focuses on the research method and the role of the professional nurse in critiquing and utilizing nursing research literature. Research as it relates to healthcare and clinical nursing practice is examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 40
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: For RNs enrolled in the RN-to-BSN option only.
    Term offered: Spring, Summer

    Instructor of Record, Summer: Melody N Waller
  

  • NSG 415 - Health of Populations

    Cr Hrs: 3 (2-1)

    This course provides the theoretical and clinical foundation for providing safe, patient-centered, evidence-based, culturally competent and community-focused nursing care to populations. The course focuses on community health assessment, planning, and education. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, political economic, historical and global environmental factors that affect the process of health promotion and disease prevention are examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 416 Adult Health Nursing , NSG 412 Nursing Skills Lab II , NSG 413 Maternal Child Health  or licensure as a registered nurse
    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Keevia Porter
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Melody N Waller
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Jennifer McGuire Hitt
    Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Keonna N Newkirk
    Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Kathy A Putman

  

  • NSG 416 - Adult Health Nursing

    Cr Hrs: 7 (4-3)

    This course provides the theoretical and clinical foundation for providing safe, patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care through teamwork to improve the quality of care to adult patients and families. This course focuses on promotion of health and function, management of illness, and provision of comfort through the use of information and technology for decision making and error reduction. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, political, economic, historical, and global environmental factors that affect the health of adults are examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 404 Introduction to Professional Practice , NSG 406 Mental Health , NSG 424 Nursing Skills Lab I 
    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Jacqueline Sharp
  

  • NSG 417 - Acute Care Skills III

    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-1)

    This course focuses on the development of advanced skills used to provide nursing care in complex care settings.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 412 Nursing Skills Lab II  and NSG 416 Adult Health Nursing  
    Co-requisites: NSG 431 Acute Care/Gerontology  

    Term offered: Fall

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Christie M Cavallo
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Nancy Alise Grogan Farrell
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Keonna N Newkirk
    Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Loretta Alexia Williams
  

  • NSG 418 - Leadership - Accelerated BSN

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course focuses on the basic concepts and theories of open systems and outcomes at the patient, organization, and healthcare levels, as they apply to nursing leadership and beginning management roles. Leadership, organization and management practices, and their impact on nurses, healthcare delivery systems, and patient outcomes are emphasized. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, political, economic, historical and global environmental factors, which affect and are affected by the quality of leadership, are examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: NSG 431 Acute Care/Gerontology  or licensure as registered nurse
    Co-requisites: NSG 419 Internship - Accelerated BSN  

    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Tara Renee O’Brien
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Tara Renee O’Brien
  

  • NSG 418 - Leadership - RN-to-BSN option

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course focuses on the basic concepts and theories of open systems and outcomes at the patient, organization, and healthcare levels, as they apply to nursing leadership and beginning management roles. Leadership, organization and management practices, and their impact on nurses, healthcare delivery systems, and patient outcomes are emphasized. Legal, ethical, sociocultural, spiritual, political, economic, historical and global environmental factors, which affect and are affected by the quality of leadership, are examined.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: For RNs enrolled in the RN-to-BSN option only.
    Co-requisites: NSG 419 Internship - Accelerated BSN  

    Term offered: Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Tara Renee O’Brien
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Tara Renee O’Brien
  

  • NSG 419 - Internship - Accelerated BSN

    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-4)

    The clinical internship provides the opportunity, within a select area of interest, to facilitate role transition and lifelong learning. Emphasis will be on integration and application of knowledge and skills in order to demonstrate the ability to design, provide, manage, and coordinate evidence-based, culturally competent, and cost-effective nursing care.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Co-requisites: NSG 418 Leadership

    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Sherry Webb
    Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Jami Smith Brown
    Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Carrie Harvey
    Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Jennifer McGuire Hitt
    Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Nancy Alise Grogan Farrell

  

  • NSG 419 - Internship - RN-to-BSN option

    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-2)

    The clinical internship provides the opportunity, within a select area of interest, to facilitate role transition and lifelong learning. Emphasis will be on integration and application of knowledge and skills in order to demonstrate the ability to design, provide, manage, and coordinate evidence-based, culturally competent, and cost-effective nursing care.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Experiential-based
    Prerequisites: For RNs enrolled in the RN-to-BSN option only.
    Co-requisites: NSG 418 Leadership

    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Spring: Keevia Porter
  

  • NSG 421 - Pathophysiology - Accelerated BSN

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course focuses on study of the etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations associated with common disease processes across the life span, the interrelationship of interacting factors that affect morbidity and mortality, and the scientific rationale related to therapeutic principles of treatment resulting from an alteration in normal physiology.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Tommie L Norris
  

  • NSG 421 - Pathophysiology - RN-to-BSN option

    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0)

    This course focuses on study of the etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations associated with common disease processes across the life span, the interrelationship of interacting factors that affect morbidity and mortality, and the scientific rationale related to therapeutic principles of treatment resulting from an alteration in normal physiology.
    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based
    Prerequisites: For RNs enrolled in the RN-to-BSN option only.
    Term offered: Fall, Spring

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Loretta Alexia Williams
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Keevia Porter
  

  • NSG 422 - Directed Study

    Cr Hrs: 2-6

    An elective course designed to provide the student with the opportunity to undertake guided study and/or clinical experience in a focused area. Elective course. May be repeated twice up to 8 credit hours.
    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based and/or Experiential-based
    Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Instructor of Record, Fall: Tommie L Norris
    Instructor of Record, Spring: Tommie L Norris
    Instructor of Record, Summer: Tommie L Norris
    Additional Instructor 1, Summer: Jami Smith Brown
 

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