Jun 25, 2024  
2019-2020 Cal State East Bay Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Cal State East Bay Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Music: Major Performing Ensembles

  
  • MUS 351B - East Bay Singers


    Units: 1
    Major performance ensemble in the tradition of a collegiate choir. Audition required.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3504.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 353 - East Bay Wind Symphony


    Units: 1
    Major performance ensemble in the tradition of band and wind ensemble. Music activities are open to qualified students by audition. Music majors are required to enroll in one major performance group each semester of study. Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3511.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 354 - East Bay Orchestra


    Units: 1
    Large music ensemble in the tradition of the Symphonic Orchestra. Field trips may be required. Students must successfully audition with the ensemble director in order to enroll.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3502. Both courses constitute the same ensemble, an orchestra.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 355 - East Bay Jazz Orchestra


    Units: 1
    Major performance ensemble in the tradition of jazz big band. Field trip(s) may be required. Audition required.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3510.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1

Music: Music Education

  
  • MUS 231 - Teaching String Instruments


    Units: 1
    Presents pedagogy and techniques for teaching violin, viola, cello, and bass in a school ensemble setting.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2331 and 2332.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 232 - Teaching Woodwind Instruments


    Units: 1
    Presents pedagogy and techniques for teaching flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, and bassoon in a school ensemble setting.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2341 and MUS 2342 and MUS 2343.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 233 - Teaching Brass Instruments


    Units: 1
    Presents pedagogy and techniques for teaching trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba in a school ensemble setting.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2355 and MUS 2355. Students must have taken both MUS 2355-01 and MUS 2355-02 to demonstrate equivalency for this course
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 234 - Teaching Percussion


    Units: 1
    Presents pedagogy and techniques for teaching percussion instruments in a school ensemble setting.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2361.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 235 - Basic Guitar Techniques


    Units: 1
    Fundamentals of playing guitar with emphasis on developing competencies sufficient to employ the instrument in an educational setting.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2371.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 236 - Basic Vocal Techniques


    Units: 1
    Class instruction in fundamentals of singing.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2321.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 238 - Music Education Laboratory Ensemble


    Units: 1
    Designed for music majors. Ensemble focused on performance on non-primary instruments, with an emphasis on performing elementary level repertoire suitable for school ensemble settings. Does not satisfy chamber ensemble requirement.

    Credit Restrictions: May not be used to satisfy chamber ensemble requirement for BA in music.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 331 - Foundations of Music Education


    Units: 3
    Overview of music education for prospective music educators, with a focus on K-12 music education. Topics include philosophy of music education, K-12 music pedagogy, and the history, economics, and policy of music education. Field trips may be required.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2410.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 335 - Technology for Music Educators


    Units: 3
    Instruction in uses of audio software, and software for desktop, interactive, and music publishing to aid in the development of music education curricula, programs, and lessons. Seminar Units: 2; Activity Units: 1

    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3095. 
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 341 - Basic Conducting


    Units: 3
    Basic techniques of conducting including simple, compound and asymmetrical meters, expression and interpretation through observation and laboratory experience.

    Prerequisites: Junior, senior or post-baccalaureate standing.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3370.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 431 - Elementary Music Teaching Methods


    Units: 3
    Designed for prospective school music educators. Development of methods, techniques, and knowledge appropriate for teaching elementary general music classes. Study and exploration of elementary music instructional materials and topics.  Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisites: Junior, senior or post-baccalaureate standing.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4445. 
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 432 - Instrumental Music Teaching Methods


    Units: 3
    Provides opportunity for students intending to become music teachers to develop rehearsal techniques, organizational procedures related to public school band and orchestra programs; become familiar with public school teaching materials; further develop conducting techniques; and improve secondary instruments skills.

    Prerequisites: MUS 341.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4435.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 433 - Choral Music Teaching Methods


    Units: 3
    Development of rehearsal techniques and organizational procedures related to choirs and vocal ensembles in the elementary and secondary schools. Teaching materials and appropriate literature from various stylistic periods. Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisites: MUS 341.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4440.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 441 - Intermediate Conducting


    Units: 3
    Special techniques of choral conducting including vocal and score reading and analysis, interpretation, and rehearsal through observation and laboratory experience.

    Prerequisites: MUS 341 and junior, senior or post-baccalaureate standing.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3380 and MUS 3390.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 445 - Piano Pedagogy


    Units: 3
    A one-semester introduction to professional piano teaching, the course will examine methods, materials, resources, and techniques for teaching at the elementary level. Students will observe secondary piano group instruction and survey a wealth of elementary- to early-intermediate piano repertoire.

    Prerequisites: MUS 112, MUS 116.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 446 - Vocal Pedagogy


    Units: 2
    Introduction to professional voice teaching. Examines methods, materials, resources, and techniques for teaching beginning voice students. Students will learn vocal anatomy, observe vocal instruction, and survey beginning and intermediate vocal repertoire.

    Prerequisites: MUS 112, MUS 116.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground., Entirely On-line., Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 2
  
  • MUS 495 - Music Education Practicum


    Units: 1
    Practicum experience in K-12 public school class and rehearsal settings, involving observation and teaching under the supervision of music faculty. Focus on practical skills. Regularly scheduled seminars. Field trips required.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Credit Restrictions: Only open for credit to music education majors participating in the music single subject matter preparation program.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 497 - Contemporary Issues in Music Education


    Units: 3
    Examination, discussion, and analysis of topics of consequence related to contemporary music teaching and learning.

    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3

Music: Musicology and Ethnomusicology

  
  • MUS 321 - Western Music History I


    Units: 4
    Investigating the stylistic development of music of western civilization; focus on the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the music of each style period. (I.) Music from the Medieval to Baroque periods.

    Prerequisites: MUS 212.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3155.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 4
  
  • MUS 322 - Western Music History II


    Units: 4
    Investigating the stylistic development of music of western civilization; focus on the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the music of each style period. (II.) Music from the Classical to contemporary periods.

    Prerequisites: MUS 321.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3156.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 4
  
  • MUS 323 - Western Music History Topics


    Units: 3
    Investigating the stylistic development of music of western civilization; focus on the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the music of different style periods. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 322.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 421 - Orchestral Literature


    Units: 3
    An historical survey of orchestral literature with a focus on important composers and their respective contributions to the genre. Includes the study of significant orchestral compositions. Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisites: MUS 212.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3297 and 3298 and 3299.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 423 - Wind Ensemble Literature


    Units: 3
    An historical survey of compositions for wind ensemble with a focus on important composers and their respective contributions to the genre. Includes the study of a variety of wind ensemble configurations and composers. Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisites: MUS 212.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3

Music: Performance

  
  • MUS 281 - Vocal Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual vocal coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors. Coaching times arranged according to degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Co-requisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 261-269 series.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2601.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 282 - Instrumental Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual instrumental coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors. Coaching times arranged according to degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Co-requisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 261-269 series.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2602.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 380 - Recital Class - Junior


    Units: 1
    Preparation for and performance of a junior level musical recital. 

    Prerequisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 261-269 series.
    Co-requisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 361-370 series.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3609.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 480 - Recital Class - Senior


    Units: 1
    Preparation and performance of a senior musical recital. Capstone experience for applied music instruction. 

    Prerequisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 461-469 series.
    Co-requisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 461-469 series.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4609.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 481 - Vocal Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual vocal coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors. Coaching times arranged according to degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Co-requisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 461-469 series.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4601.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 482 - Instrumental Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual instrumental coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors. Coaching times arranged according to degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Co-requisites: Minimum of one course from the MUS 461-469 series.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4602.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1

Music: Theory and Musicianship

  
  • MUS 111 - Music Theory I


    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C1
    Intensive fundamentals of music, triads and seventh chords, figuration, SATB scoring, and harmonization. Each student will take an assessment exam at the beginning of the semester to determine the level of preparedness in fundamentals.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: MUS 115 and MUS 118A.
    Prerequisites: MUS 108 or satisfactory score on the Music Theory Advisory Exam.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 1031 and MUS 1032.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C1 - Lower Division Arts
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C1
  
  • MUS 112 - Music Theory II


    Units: 3
    Diatonic harmonization, advanced figuration, chorale harmonization, seventh chords, and sequences.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: MUS 116 and MUS 118B.
    Prerequisites: MUS 111.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 1033.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 115 - Aural Skills I


    Units: 1
    Development of music reading skills applicable to all instrumental and vocal performance media. Dictation, analysis and singing of melodies and melodic exercises; study and performance of basic rhythmic materials. 

    Co-requisites: MUS 111 and MUS 118A.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 1028.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 116 - Aural Skills II


    Units: 1
    Development of music reading skills applicable to all instrumental and vocal performance media. Dictation, analysis and singing of melodies and melodic exercises; study and performance of basic rhythmic materials. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 115.
    Co-requisites: MUS 112 and MUS 118B.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 1029
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 118A - Basic Keyboard I


    Units: 1
    Group instruction in piano for music majors.

    Co-requisites: MUS 111 and MUS 115.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 1315.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 118B - Basic Keyboard II


    Units: 1
    Group instruction in piano for music majors.

    Prerequisites: MUS 118A, MUS 111, MUS 115.
    Co-requisites: MUS 112 and MUS 116.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 1316.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 211 - Music Theory III


    Units: 3
    Sequences, secondary dominants, tonicization and modulation, phrase and motivic analysis, chromaticism, advanced tonal procedures. 

    Prerequisites: All of: MUS 112, MUS 116, MUS 118B.
    Co-requisites: MUS 215.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2032.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 212 - Music Theory IV


    Units: 3
    Twentieth Century music up to the present; extension of tonality; non-tonal music. Analysis and compositional exercises. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 211 and MUS 215.
    Co-requisites: MUS 216.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2033.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 215 - Aural Skills III


    Units: 1
    Development of music reading skills applicable to all instrumental and vocal performance media. Melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation, analysis and singing of melodies and melodic exercises; study and performance of basic rhythmic materials. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 112 and MUS 116.
    Co-requisites: MUS 211.  
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2028.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 216 - Aural Skills IV


    Units: 1
    Development of music reading skills applicable to all instrumental and vocal performance media. Melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation, analysis and singing of melodies and melodic exercises; study and performance of basic rhythmic materials. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 215.
    Co-requisites: MUS 212.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2029.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 218A - Intermediate Keyboard I


    Units: 1
    Intermediate keyboard skills for music majors. 

    Prerequisites: All of: MUS 112, MUS 116, MUS 118B.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2312.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 218B - Intermediate Keyboard II


    Units: 1
    Intermediate keyboard skills for music majors. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 218A.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 2313.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • MUS 311 - Analysis of Contemporary Music


    Units: 3
    Exploration of various music systems implemented by composers from 1940 forward. Analysis of the implementation of procedural music systems across genres. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 212.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3034.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  
  • MUS 312 - Form and Analysis


    Units: 3
    The study and analysis of music written in traditional forms. 

    Prerequisites: MUS 212.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3051.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3

Music: Undergraduate Research

  
  • MUS 398 - Internship


    Units: 1-3
    Introduction to the internship experience; integration of the academic program with career aspirations; emphasis on internship readiness and preparation for professional success.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 2.0 GPA.
    Credit Restrictions: No units may be applied to the Music major; no more than 3 units may be applied to the Music minor.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3898.
    Repeatability: May be repeated with department consent for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1-3
  
  • MUS 490 - Independent Study


    Units: 1-4
    Independent study under the supervision a department faculty member.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 2.0 GPA.
    Credit Restrictions: No more than 12 units of independent study may be applied in the major department and 8 units in other departments to a baccalaureate degree. 
    Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 4900.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, with department consent, for a total of 12 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1-4

Nursing

  
  • NURS 301 - Nutrition and Medical Nutrition Therapy


    Units: 3
    Introduction to the sources and functions of nutrients, health disorders caused by lack or excess of nutrients, and nutritional needs across the lifecycle. Concepts of medical nutrition therapy and the basics of nutritional assessment will be introduced.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2010.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 302 - Success in Nursing


    Units: 1
    This seminar explores learning strategies for the applied science of nursing by means of written and oral communication activities relevant to nursing courses.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2002.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 2 units
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 306 - Clinical Pathophysiology for the Associate Degree Nurse


    Units: 4
    Focus on mechanisms of disease, pathophysiological concepts and processes with emphasis on commonly occurring acute and chronic conditions and their clinical management and nursing implications.

    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in ADN program or completion of ADN degree.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 4
  
  • NURS 310 - Foundations of Professional Nursing


    Units: 2
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the profession, practice, and discipline of nursing.  Introduction to contemporary issues in nursing including theories, concepts, and principles used in the development and delivery of nursing care.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 311.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2020.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 311 - Nursing Interventions I


    Units: 1
    Introduction to the student to the basic interventions necessary to provide safe nursing care.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 310.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2022. 
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 312 - Health Assessment


    Units: 2
    Introduction to theories needed for application of the nursing process with emphasis on skills useful in data gathering and analysis for completing a health assessment. Normal and abnormal physical, social, and cultural structure and function are explored. 

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 313.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2030.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 313 - Health Assessment Lab


    Units: 1
    This laboratory course is designed to introduce students to health and physical assessment skills needed to provide safe and effective nursing care in all healthcare settings across the life span.  

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 312.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2032.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 2 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 314 - Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing


    Units: 2
    Mental health is an integral part of an individual’s well-being. This course focuses on mental health and psychiatric concepts, the relationship between mental and physical health, and the nursing diagnoses and interventions to address mental health needs of clients.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 315.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3406.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 315 - Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing Practice


    Units: 2
    This clinical practicum provides students with experience assessing the mental health of clients, developing patient centered nursing plans of care, implementing interventions, and evaluating client outcomes. Emphasis is on the development of therapeutic relationships.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 314.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3407.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 316 - Clinical Pathophysiology


    Units: 3
    This course focuses on mechanisms of disease, pathophysiologic concepts and processes with emphasis on commonly occurring acute and chronic conditions and their clinical management. 

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major, or BIOL 270 and BIOL 271 and department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2005.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 317 - Community Engagement I


    Units: 1
    This seminar course is focused on the delivery of culturally inclusive community-based healthcare, selected issues in primary care and health promotion. The course includes both in-class sessions and field experience in a community health facility or elder health site. Note: The Diversity Overlay requirement is satisfied upon completion of the four-course series, NURS 317, NURS 327, NURS 417 and NURS 427.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: All of: NURS 310, NURS 311, NURS 314, NURS 315.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 320 - Nursing Care of Adults I


    Units: 2
    Focus on nursing care delivery for adult individuals, their families, and communities who are experiencing acute and chronic illnesses.

    Prerequisites: All of: NURS 310, NURS 311, NURS 312, NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 316, NURS 317.
    Co-requisites: All of: NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 323.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2040.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 321 - Nursing Interventions II


    Units: 1
    Introduction to complex interventions necessary to provide safe nursing care.

    Prerequisites: All of: NURS 310, NURS 311, NURS 312, NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 316, NURS 317.
    Co-requisites: NURS 320 and NURS 323.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3001 and NURS 3002 and NURS 3003.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 322 - Aging in Health and Illness


    Units: 2
    Explore theories of aging, health problems common in the aging individual, and knowledge and skill acquisition needed to care for these patients. 

    Prerequisites: All of: NURS 310, NURS 311, NURS 312, NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 316, NURS 317.
    Co-requisites: NURS 320, NURS 321 and NURS 323.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 323 - Nursing Care of Adults I Practice


    Units: 4
    This clinical practicum course provides students with nursing practice experience in a variety of settings, including simulation.

    Prerequisites: All of: NURS 310, NURS 311, NURS 312, NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 316, NURS 317.
    Co-requisites: NURS 320, NURS 321 and NURS 322.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2031 and NURS 2041.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 4
  
  • NURS 326 - Pharmacology for Nursing Practice


    Units: 2
    Basic principles of pharmacotherapeutics and characteristics of major drug groups with an emphasis on treatment indications and nursing implications.  

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Co-requisites: All of: NURS 310, NURS 311, NURS 312, NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 316, NURS 317.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 2015.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 327 - Community Engagement II


    Units: 1
    Seminar focused on delivering culturally inclusive, community-based health care and on disparities in chronic care and health care outcomes. Includes both in-class sessions and field experiences in community health facilities and facilities serving older adults. Note: The Diversity Overlay requirement is satisfied upon completion of the four-course series, NURS 317, NURS 327, NURS 417 and NURS 427.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and NURS 317.
    Co-requisites: NURS 320, NURS 322 and NURS 323.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 360 - Transition to Professional Nurse Role


    Units: 4
    This course builds upon previous nursing education and provides an exploration of contemporary healthcare issues for registered nurses transitioning to the professional nurse role.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing: Post-Licensure Concentration major.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3509.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 4
  
  • NURS 361 - Health Promotion for Diverse Populations


    Units: 3
    Framework for exploration of health promotion principles and provides holistic approaches to prevention and maintenance of health and wellness for diverse populations.

    Prerequisites: NURS 360.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3509.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 363 - Health Assessment for Registered Nurses


    Units: 1
    This course is designed for Registered Nurses to build on previous experience and to enhance clinical assessment skills.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing: Post-Licensure Concentration major.
    Co-requisites: NURS 360.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3503.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 410 - Maternity Nursing


    Units: 2
    This course examines concepts related to the care of antepartal, intrapartal, postpartal and neonatal patients and families.  The focus is developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes for evidence-based maternity nursing. 

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: HDEV 380, NURS 320, NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 323, NURS 326, NURS 327.
    Co-requisites: NURS 411.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3404.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 411 - Maternal Newborn Nursing Practice


    Units: 2
    This course applies concepts related to the care of antepartal, intrapartal, postpartal and neonatal patients and families.  The focus is application of knowledge, skills, and attitudes for evidence-based maternity nursing practice. 

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: HDEV 380, NURS 320, NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 323, NURS 326, NURS 327.
    Co-requisites: NURS 410.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3405.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 412 - Pediatric Nursing


    Units: 2
    This course is designed to provide essential knowledge in the design and delivery of care and integration of the growth and development principles, health promotion, disease prevention, and recuperative care to the child with acute and chronic illnesses and their families.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 320, NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 323, NURS 326, NURS 327.
    Co-requisites: NURS 413.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3408.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 413 - Pediatric Nursing Practice


    Units: 2
    This course is designed to provide the student with clinical experience in nursing care and management of the pediatric patient and their families with complex medical and surgical health care needs, including simulation.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: HDEV 380, NURS 320, NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 323, NURS 326, NURS 327.
    Co-requisites: NURS 412.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3409.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 414 - Legal Issues in Nursing Practice


    Units: 1
    Legal issues in nursing and health care, including the Registered Nurse as client advocate. An overview of the American governmental system, California Nursing Practice Act, and relevant areas of civil and criminal law will be included.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 320, NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 326, NURS 327.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3401.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 415 - Transitions of Care


    Units: 1
    Key concepts of the transitions of care framework and related content on health care history, financing, care settings, nursing case management and coordination of care.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 320, NURS 321, NURS 322, NURS 326, NURS 327.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3502.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 417 - Community Engagement III


    Units: 1
    Seminar focused on delivering culturally inclusive, community based healthcare and on disparities in health outcomes for families and children.  Includes both in-class sessions and field experiences in schools or community health facilities serving women, children and families. Note: The Diversity Overlay requirement is satisfied upon completion of the four-course series, NURS 317, NURS 327, NURS 417 and NURS 427.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and NURS 327.
    Co-requisites: All of: NURS 410, NURS 411, NURS 412, NURS 413.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 420 - Nursing Care of Adults II


    Units: 2
    Nursing care of adult patients, and their families, who are experiencing complex acute and chronic illness requiring medical and surgical interventions.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 410, NURS 411, NURS 412, NURS 413, NURS 417.
    Co-requisites: NURS 421.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3402 and NURS 3410.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 421 - Nursing Care of Adults II Practice


    Units: 4
    This clinical practicum course provides students with experience in providing nursing care to adult patients, and their families, with complex illnesses in acute care settings, including simulation experience. 

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 410, NURS 411, NURS 412, NURS 413, NURS 417.
    Co-requisites: NURS 420.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3403 and NURS 3411.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 4
  
  • NURS 422 - Evidence-Based Practice and Nursing Research


    Units: 2
    This course focuses on appraisal and integration of research evidence, evaluation of outcomes, development of evidence-based practice, and critique of quantitative and qualitative healthcare research with an emphasis on research utilization.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 410, NURS 411, NURS 412, NURS 413, NURS 417.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4203.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 423 - Leadership in Nursing


    Units: 2
    Leadership and management theories and their application to healthcare issues and nursing practice.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 410, NURS 411, NURS 412, NURS 413, NURS 414, NURS 415.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3202.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 427 - Community Engagement IV


    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: Diversity
    Delivery of culturally inclusive, community-based healthcare and selected issues of disparities in health outcomes for adults with chronic or complex illness. Includes both in-class sessions and field experiences in settings serving adults with complex healthcare needs. Note: The Diversity Overlay requirement is satisfied upon completion of the four-course series, NURS 317, NURS 327, NURS 417 and NURS 427.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and NURS 417.
    Co-requisites: NURS 420, NURS 421.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: Overlay - Diversity
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    NURS 450 - Community Health Nursing


    Units: 2
    This course explores population-focused approaches to community health promotion, disease prevention and integration of complex concepts in community health systems and policies. Note: The Social Justice Overlay requirement is satisfied upon completion of the two-course sequence, NURS 450 and NURS 451.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 420, NURS 421, NURS 422, NURS 423, NURS 427.
    Co-requisites: NURS 451.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4207.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    NURS 451 - Community Health Nursing Practice


    Units: 2 ; G.E./G.R. Area: Social Justice
    This course applies concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention at the individual, family, community and systems levels. The focus is to promote health equity by addressing social determinants of health through the application of the nursing process. Note: The Social Justice Overlay requirement is satisfied upon completion of the two-course sequence, NURS 450 and NURS 451.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 420, NURS 421, NURS 422, NURS 423, NURS 427.
    Co-requisites: NURS 450.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4208.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 2 ; G.E./G.R. Area: Social Justice
  
  • NURS 452 - Preceptorship Synthesis


    Units: 1
    This discussion course is designed to assist the student in critical thinking, decision making, team building, and correlating theory and practice with an emphasis on assuming the role of the professional nurse.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 420, NURS 421, NURS 422, NURS 423, NURS 427.
    Co-requisites: NURS 453.
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4301.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 2 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 453 - Preceptorship Practicum


    Units: 4
    This capstone practicum is a precepted experience in a clinical setting.  Emphasis is placed on guided independence in professional nursing practice with integration, synthesis and application of research and leadership.  

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major and all of: NURS 420, NURS 421, NURS 422, NURS 423, NURS 427.
    Co-requisites: NURS 452. 
    Credit Restrictions: Repeated course may not count toward Major requirements.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4302.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 8 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 4
  
  • NURS 490 - Independent Study


    Units: 1-4
    Students may apply no more than 12 units of independent study in the major department and 8 units in other departments toward a baccalaureate degree.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 2.0 GPA.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4900.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor, for a maximum of 12 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1-4
  
  • NURS 492 - Global Health Nursing


    Units: 1
    Overview of global health in nursing. Students will have the opportunity to read, interpret and evaluate concepts in global health to increase their knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding global health.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 493 - Nursing Research in Global Health


    Units: 1
    Overview of global health nursing research. Students will read, interpret and evaluate global health research publications. Emphasis on women and infant health issues and critical analysis of research.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 494 - Essentials of Critical Care Nursing


    Units: 2
    Medical and nursing management of adult patients with multiple, complex medical and surgical diagnoses in various types of critical care units.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major, and either NURS 360 or both NURS 420 and NURS 421.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4206.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 495 - Palliative Care in the Community


    Units: 2
    Concepts of palliative and hospice care. Students participate in collaboration and practice with a service partner to provide quality interpersonal care to end-of-life patients and their families in the community.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major or B.S. Health Science major and minimum 3.0 GPA.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 496 - Introduction to Healthcare Informatics


    Units: 1
    Survey of healthcare informatics issues and the technologies used in nursing practice, research, and administration.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major or B.S. Health Science major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 497 - Current Issues in Professional Nursing


    Units: 1
    Discussion of a variety of current issues in nursing using Quality and Safety Education in Nursing as a framework. May include: violence in the workplace, opportunities in research and service, current research projects, healthcare needs of vulnerable populations.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing major.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 3200.
    Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit for a maximum of 2 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  
  • NURS 499 - RN Capstone Project


    Units: 4
    Development, implementation, and evaluation of a project in the healthcare setting or community. Student projects may focus on education, leadership, management and/or evidence-based practice.

    Prerequisites: B.S. Nursing: Post-Licensure Concentration major and NURS 360.
    Co-requisites: NURS 450.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: NURS 4305.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 4

Nursing: Graduate

  
  • NURS 601 - Theoretical Perspectives of Advanced Nursing Practice


    Units: 3
    An exploration of theories significant to advanced nursing practice and healthcare including those addressing complex systems, bioethics, leadership, behavioral modification, health disparities, and quality improvement. Knowledge synthesis and translation to practice are discussed.

    Prerequisites: Admission to M.S. Nursing program.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 602 - Scientific Inquiry, Methods and Scholarship


    Units: 3
    Principles of scientific inquiry and professional writing based on critical appraisal of evidence from quantitative and qualitative biomedical research. Research design, methodology, and the process of synthesizing and implementing nursing and biomedical research findings to address clinical problems are discussed.

    Prerequisites: Admission to M.S. Nursing program.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 603 - Health Care Informatics


    Units: 3
    Provides knowledge and skills for navigating healthcare information technology to enhance patient care delivery. Health informatics used for communication, care coordination, interprofessional collaboration, health information management and data analysis for improved healthcare outcomes are discussed.

    Prerequisites: Admission to M.S. Nursing program.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 604 - Epidemiology of Population Health and Social Disparities


    Units: 3
    Applies concepts of epidemiology, social determinants of health, cultural inclusivity and the analysis of population data to design equitable health care services for diverse populations. Strategies to promote health, prevent illness, and reduce health disparities are explored.

    Prerequisites: M.S.N. major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 605 - Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Economic and Social Policy


    Units: 3
    Healthcare issues, policy, politics, and healthcare economics are analyzed in the context of national health priorities. Impact of policies on accessibility, affordability and quality of care are discussed. Strategies for nurse leaders to engage in health policy are evaluated.

    Prerequisites: M.S.N. major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  
  • NURS 611 - Learner-Centered Theory and Methods in Nursing Education


    Units: 2
    Learner-centered education encompasses methods of teaching that shift the focus of instruction from the teacher to the student. This course will explore theories of learning and strategies for learner-centered teaching as they apply to nursing education.

    Prerequisites: M.S.N. major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 2
  
  • NURS 612 - Advanced Pathophysiology, Pharmacology & Health Assessment


    Units: 4
    Emphasis on pathophysiologic processes underlying selected acute and chronic diseases across the life span. Pharmacotherapy and the nurse educator’s role in teaching safe and effective medication management. Comprehensive physical, psychological, and cultural assessments for common diseases in clients and families.

    Prerequisites: M.S.N. major.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 4
 

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