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MTH 551 - Differential Geometry 3 credits
Analysis of curves and surfaces. Frenet-Serret formulae. Fist and second fundamental forms for surfaces, Gaussian and mean curvature, theorems of Meusnier and Rodriques and the Gauss-Bonnet theorem are also studied.
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MTH 572 - Numerical Methods for Partial Differential Equations 3 credits
Numerical methods for solving parabolic, hyperbolic, and elliptic partial differential equations. The course will emphasize the concepts of consistency, convergence and stability. Topics include: implicit and explicit methods, truncation error, Von Newmann stability analysis, and the Lax equivalence theorem. This course is dual-listed with MTH 472 in the undergraduate catalog.
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MTH 573 - Numerical Linear Algebra 3 credits
An introduction to numerical linear algebra. Numerical linear algebra is fundamental to all areas of computational mathematics. This course will cover direct numerical methods for solving linear systems and linear least squares problems, stability and conditioning, computational methods for finding Eigen values and eigenvectors, and iterative methods for both linear systems and Eigen value problems.
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MTH 574 - Numerical Optimization 3 credits
An introduction to constrained and unconstrained optimization. Numerical optimization is an essential tool in a wide variety of applications. The course covers fundamental topics in unconstrained optimization and also methods for solving linear and nonlinear constrained optimization problems.
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MTH 595 - Independent Study 3 credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area not otherwise part of the discipline’s course offerings.
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MTH 596 - Directed Study 3 credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered.
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MTH 599 - Special Topics 3 credits
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MTH 670 - Meth Math Physic & Eng I 3 credits
The aim of the course is the derivation and association of mathematical models with physical systems. Topics include vector and tensor analysis, partial differential equations of theoretical physics, special functions of applied mathematics, Fourier series, integral transforms, integral equations and calculus variations.
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MTH 671 - Meth Math Physics & Eng II 3 credits
Continuation of MTH 670.
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MTX 500 - Thesis 8 credits
Written presentation of an original research topic in Textile Technology, which demonstrates analysis, ability, and proficiency in the solution. The thesis shall be conducted under the supervision of a faculty advisor. An oral examination in defense of the thesis is required. Graded CR/F. Graded CR/F
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MTX 502 - Adv Material & Composite 3 credits
Processes used for producing functionally advanced and intelligent fibrous materials: Lamination, coating, flocking, wet layup, resin transfer molding, sheet molding, pultrusion, and filament winding. Also studied are resins for coating, adhesives and polymeric matrices, and reinforcing fibrous structures and preforms such as prepreg, fabrics, 3-D woven fabrics, nonwovens, nanofibers, braided and knotted structures. Properties of the resulting structures and their application areas such as nanocomposites, biological fibrous composites, medical, military, and other industrial and functional products are considered.
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MTX 502 - Advanced Materials and Composites 3 credits
Processes used for producing functionally advanced and intelligent fibrous materials: Lamination, coating, flocking, wet layup, resin transfer molding, sheet molding, pultrusion, and filament winding. Also studied are resins for coating, adhesives and polymeric matrices, and reinforcing fibrous structures and preforms such as prep-reg, fabrics, 3-D woven fabrics, non-wovens, nanofibers, braided and knotted structures. Properties of the resulting structures and their application areas such as nanocomposites, biological fibrous composites, medical, military, and other industrial and functional products are considered.
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MTX 503 - Research Techniques 1 credits
Aids the student in better understanding research approach and techniques. To develop an insight as to the evaluation of research results. A proposal on an original research topic must be submitted and approved.
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MTX 504 - Graduate Seminar 3 credits
Student discussions on selected topics will be carried out under the supervision of a faculty member. Written papers to be submitted on those topics assigned.
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MTX 505 - Yarn Technology II 3 credits
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MTX 506 - Independent Study 3 credits
Prerequisite: graduate standing Individual study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area of textiles not otherwise a part of the course offerings. Students shall be held responsible for meeting the requirements of independent study as outlined in an approved proposal.
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MTX 508 - Design and Analysis of Experiments 3 credits
Prerequisites: TET 411, TET 412 A study of the statistical methods and systems employed in the design of experiments, the testing of materials, and the evaluation of test data.
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MTX 517 - Fiber Reinforced Polymeric Materials 3 credits
2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory
Prerequisite: Graduate or senior standing An introduction to advanced composite materials employing fiber reinforcement. Also studied are resins for polymeric matrices, reinforcing fibers, and properties of the resulting structures. Manufacturing techniques and testing of composite materials are examined.
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MTX 521 - Biological and Biomedical Materials 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to biological and biomedical material. It covers biomaterials made from metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. The biocompatibility and biodegradability of biomaterials are discussed. Replacements of body soft and hard tissues are presented. The interactions between cells and biomaterials are presented.
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MTX 560 - Materials Selection & Design 3 credits
A project-based integrative course taking a component through design, materials selection, finite element analysis, prototyping and testing. Students will use CAD and FEM programs and materials selection systems.
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MTX 563 - Fibrous Structure 3 credits
The molecular structure and arrangements of molecules in fibers are considered with respect to giving a foundation to the understanding of the physical and mechanical properties and behavior of textile raw materials. The properties are examined from a fundamental viewpoint so that a sound approach to the technological utilization of fibers in textiles can be established. An introduction is made to the interrelation between fiber properties and yarn and fabric geometry in determining the behavior of textiles.
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MTX 564 - Mechanics of Fibrous Structures 3 credits
A study of the mechanics of fibrous assemblies such as twisted structures (yarns, rope, braid), woven, knitted, and nonwoven fabrics. The methods of continuum mechanics and differential geometry to interrelate material properties and end-use properties are considered.
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MTX 595 - Independent Study variable credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, graduate director, and college dean Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area not otherwise part of the discipline’s course offerings.
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MTX 596 - Directed Study 3 credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, graduate director, and college dean Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered.
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MUS 525 - Piano Pedagogy 1 credits
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MUS 596 - Directed Study 3 credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered.
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NUR 500 - Theory Building in Nursing 3 credits
None Examine (a) components of theories, various activities of theory development and theoretical/conceptual analysis, and (b) the evolution and status of theory development in nursing. Emphasis is on the relationship of theory-research-practice in nursing knowledge development.
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NUR 503 - Transition to Advanced Practice Nursing 3 credits
Graduate Admission Program (GAP) students only
None Designed for nurses with bachelor’s degrees in areas other than nursing. Provides a common knowledge base including the population health perspective as a foundation for graduate study in nursing. Examines the realities of modern nursing practice.
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NUR 508 - Managing Health Care Finances 2 theory, 1 practicum credits
Reviews theory and provides opportunities for skills acquisition in managing health care financial resources at the agency level.
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NUR 511 - Research Methodology in Nursing 3 credits
None Co_Requisites
None Explores researchable problems in nursing. Examines components of the research process inlcuding both quantitative and qualitative approaches to generating and testing nursing knowledge and the associated philosophies of each approach. The focus is on (a) understanding and judging the usefulness of scientific information for clinical nursing practice, (b) valuing research as a basis for professional nursing, and (c) collaborating in research activities.
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NUR 515 - Managing Organizational Resources 3 credits
The use of financial and human resources to fulfill the function of nursing in a health agency. Coalition building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills will be developed to facilitate roles in the bureaucratic environment. Alternate approaches to leadership styles, management skills, utilization of personnel, interpersonal negotiations, bud-get management and the nurse leader in the organizational structure will be explored.
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NUR 518 - Standards and Outcomes Adv Practice 3 credits
This course explores the scope, standards, and outcomes of advanced practice nursing. The evolution of advanced practice is considered by examining the historical background, current realities, and future directions. Students analyze selected role components of expert clinician, educator, collaborator, leader and case manager, in the care of adult clients. Students consider ways to shape the health care environment by promulgating standards of practice, use of protocols/practice guidelines and quality improvement initiatives, models of APN practice, and standardized outcome measures are examined for their impact for improving the health of adults and populations. Critical thinking, written and oral communication skill development are emphasized. Course development was guided by the AACN (1996) Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing, ANA (2004) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, and The Statement on Clinical Nurse Specialist Practice and Education (2004).
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NUR 519 - Standards and Outcomes in Advanced Practice Nursing 3 credits
Co_Requisites
NUR 519 Students explore the scope, standards, outcomes, and roles of nurses in advanced practice. Current realities and future directions in advance nursing practice are examined in collaboration with a nurse preceptor. Selected role components of expert clinician, educator, collaborator, leader, change agent, and case manager are emphasized. Students shape the health care environment through use of {or by promulgating} standards of practice, evidence-based protocols, practice guidelines, quality improvement initiatives, models of APN practice, and standardized outcome measures which promote the health of adults and communities. Course development was guided by the AACN (1996) Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing, ANA (2004) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, and The Statement on Clinical Nurse Specialist Practice and Education (2004).
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NUR 520 - Health Care Systems 3 credits
The nature of the health care system. The focus will be on the history, development, financing, and regulation of the health care system. Selected mechanisms for change such as policy formation, cost analysis, rationing, accreditation, and quality assurance programs will be examined.
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NUR 538 - Theory Health Promo & Ed 2 credits
Methods to promote health and to educate individuals, families and groups about health. Research in health behavior and education are explored. Each student will plan a health education or health promotion project and will write a grant to seek funding for the project.
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NUR 540 - Biostatistics and Epidemiology 3 credits
The basic principles and methods of biostatistics and epidemiology and their applicability in the field of public health nursing. Student will learn the basic skills needed to interpret the literature relevant to public health practitioners.
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NUR 543 - Topics in Ethics and Distributive Justice 3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Current ethical issues in health care embedded in theoretical frameworks of distributive justice, ethics and feminism. Students from various advanced practice arenas of human services including nursing, philosophy, political science, criminal justice, and the social sciences debate and analyze specific ethical issues inherent in their advanced practice. A multidisciplinary approach provides the students with a comprehensive perspective for analyzing ethical issues.
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NUR 544 - Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation in Nursing Education 2 theory, 1 practicum credits
Prerequisite: NUR 542 Integrate and apply teaching, learning, and evaluation theories, concepts, and strategies from the disciplines of nursing and education. Focuses on practical application of skills related to planning, designing, and implementing a nursing and/or health education program, selecting teaching strategies to promote critical thinking, and developing and implementing an evaluation strategy. Practicum applies selected teaching, learning, and evaluation concepts in a small teaching/learning project in an area relevant to students’ educational and/or practice interests.
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NUR 545 - Collaboration across the Continuum of Care 3 credits
Explores the continuum of care from community to acute care settings. Concepts of interdisciplinary collaboration and case management will be explored in an effort to improve the health of clients across the health care system. Issues related to particular needs of clients such as vulnerability, migration, culture, language, health literacy, diversity and social justice will be examined. Community resources for client needs will be identified for nursing practice.
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NUR 547 - Population Health 3 credits
Principles of health promotion and disease prevention are applied to various populations in community health care settings. Emphasis is on the role of the nurse in the application of public health principles to reduce the burden of disease. National health promotion objectives provide a focus for the course. Public health theories, community organization models, community health education strategies and theories of behavior change are addressed. Ethics for the population health are applied to case examples. AACN (1996) Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing, The ANA (2007) Scope and Standards of Public Health Nursing and Quad Council (2003) PHN Competencies provide guidance for the course.
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NUR 548 - Practicum in Population Health 3 credits
Co_Requisites
NUR 547 Apply principles of health promotion and disease prevention to various populations in specific public health settings. Emphasis is on participation and collaboration with interdisciplinary partners in governmental and agency settings to improve public health. The practicum includes attendance at public health meetings, taskforce participation, public health conferences or initiatives, an interview with a Board of Health Director, and experiences with nurses in community settings. Course development was guided by the AACN (1996) Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing, the ANA (2007) Scope and Standards of Public Health Nursing and Quad Council (2003) PHN Competencies.
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NUR 549 - Com Building and Planning School Health 3 credits
Special elective for off-campus program; not for UMass Dartmouth degree program. Theories of coalition building and methods of program planning to develop health care programs for school populations. The emphasis will be on planning, organizing and obtaining resources for school health programs to promote health. The legislative and regulatory branches of the government will be examined closely to understand their part in defining problems, regulating and evaluating health programs within local and regional school systems.
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NUR 550 - Pathophysiological Bases for Advanced Nursing Practice 3 credits
The interrelationship of human systems and the effect of illness on the individual as a whole. Students examine prototypic concepts and patterns related to clinical physiology using current texts and research literature. The pathophysiology of various body processes such as oxygenation, per-fusion, digestion, elimination and defense are considered. The dynamics of stress, ischemia, edema, and pain are presented. Students analyze physiological problems in-depth as they relate to specific clients.
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NUR 551 - Scope and Outcomes in Advanced Health Nursing 2 credits
The scope, standards, and outcomes of advanced practice nursing. The evolution of advanced practice is considered by examining historical background, current realities, and future directions. Students analyze the role components of expert clinician, educator, consultant, and case manager in the care of adult clients. Standards of practice, development and use of protocols/practice guidelines, and evidence of improved health outcomes are analyzed as mechanisms to promote delivering quality care. Critical thinking, written and oral communication, and therapeutic nursing intervention skill development are emphasized.
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NUR 552 - Advanced Assessment for Primary Care one credit theory, two credits lab/practicum (6 clock hours) credits
Prerequisite: Permission of faculty Establishing a foundation for assessment in primary care through didactic, laboratory modules, and practicum experiences. Emphasis is on health history interviewing, basic physical examination using four modalities, and beginning skill development in differential diagnosis. The course is restricted to adults including emphasis on gender, racially diverse and aging populations.
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NUR 553 - Clinical Pharmacology for Ambulatory Care 3 credits
Prerequisite: NUR 550 Pharmacological agents used in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of human disease and injury in the adult. The focus is on the basis for the clinical use of drug therapy. Characterization, evaluation and comparison of drugs form the framework for this course. Classes of drugs will be critically evaluated in terms of desired effects and degree of tolerable undesired effects. Clinical pharmacological concerns related to aging, drug interactions, and legalities will be addressed.
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NUR 557 - Primary Care I 2 credits
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NUR 558 - Introduction to Primary Care for teh Advanced Practice Nurse 2 credits
NUR 552 Co_Requisites
NUR 553, 559 Building on the student’s prior knowledge of physical assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and other treatment modalities, students expand and extend their knowledge of adult primary care management of short-term acute illness and acute exacerbations of chronic health problems to maximize health. Current standards of nursing practice and advanced practice nursing interventions are used to promote health, assess and reduce risk, and guide adults who are experiencing acute illness through the health care experience in primary care settings. Course development was guided by the NONPF Competencies (2006), NONPF - Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas: Adult (2002) and the advanced practice standards of the ANA (2004) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.
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NUR 559 - Introduction Prim Care Adv Nurse Practice 3 credits
Students extend their knowledge of primary care management of acute illness in the adult client through a primary care clinical placement with a nurse practitioner or physician preceptor. Through participatory clinical experiences, students assess and manage commonly occurring acute problems and acute exacerbations of chronic illness to promote health, assess and reduce risk, and guide adults who are experiencing acute illness. Student progression to an increasingly independent role as an Advanced Practice Nurse is required. Topics pertaining to clinical issues associated with transition to the nurse practitioner role will also be discussed. Course development was guided by the NONPF Competencies (2006), NONPF - Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas: Adult (2002) and the advanced practice standards of the ANA (2004) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.
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NUR 561 - Gerontological Nursing 3 credits
The focus of this course is assessment of elders’ ability to adapt to multidimensional stressors. Assessment parameters will include bio-psycho-social-spiritual stressors and the differentiation of normal aging changes versus pathological aging. The pivotal concern is the elder’s ability to maintain an independent level of functioning. Multidisciplinary theories and concepts will be presented relative to a holistic perspective of the normal aging process.
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NUR 562 - Comp Assess Older Adults 2 credits
Provides the student with practice opportunity to develop skill in multidimensional comprehensive assessment of a diverse population of older adults. This practicum correlates with content presented in NUR 552, Advanced Assessment for Primary Care. The student will build on previously acquired didactic and laboratory instruction in determining the health and functional status of older adults, and the identification of health and developmental problems. Students will practice under the supervision of a GNP in the discrimination of normative and pathologic aging and indicate the need for follow-up and/or referral to other health care professionals.
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NUR 563 - Health Care Older Adults 3 credits
The interrelationships of the aging process, psycho-social stressors and life cycle events, chronic illness and acute illness. The practicum allows for the development of necessary skills to assist the older adult and family caregiver in promotion, maintenance and restoration of health. Advanced assessment is stressed as the foundation of clinical decision making. Examination of common health problems of older adults is explored in the context of family and community resources. Emphasis is on analysis of a variety of health care delivery systems and the deployment of resources to meet needs of a diverse population of older adults and families.
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NUR 581 - Women’s Health Seminar 3 credits
Research into the causes, treatments, and prevention of health problems that affect the quality of life of adult women in the United States. Material from the NIH, Office of Research on Women’s Health, and other relevant studies will be reviewed using electronic and other data sources. Issues that pertain to women’s health will be addressed as related to diseases, disorders, and conditions that are unique to, more prevalent among, or far more serious for women than for men. Factors such as biological processes, lifestyle, racial, ethnic, age, and socioeconomic variables will be studied.
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NUR 585 - Environmental Health 3 credits
The interaction of the environment and human health, from the perspective of an ecological framework. Physical, psychological, and psychosocial health responses to environmental toxins and infectious agents will be a central theme. Previous endeavors to maintain and improve the environment through the legislative process, public policy and regulation will be studied by examining case studies. The effects of war on the environment and public health will also be studied.
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NUR 590 - Gerontological Nursing Adv&Pract 3 credits
Overview of the theoretical foundations in gerontological nursing designed for advanced practice nursing students providing health care to older adults in all clinical and community settings., Relevent theories and evidence-based research are used to identify strategies that are integral to advanced nursing practice to guide older adults and their families through the health care experience, promoting health and preventing acute and chronic illness. Advanced knowledge of the comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management is integrated in nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on collaborative partnerships among patients, their families, and other health care disciplines to shape the health environment to maximize health. Course development was guided by the AACN (1996) Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing and AACN (2004) Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Specialist Competencies for Older Adult Care.
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NUR 595 - Independent Study variable credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Prerequisites: Upper-division standing and permission of instructor, graduate director, and college dean Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area not otherwise part of the discipline’s course offerings.
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NUR 596 - Directed Study variable credits
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, graduate director, and college dean Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered.
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NUR 599 - Method Community Health 2 credits
Introduction to methods used to analyze community health and health services. The first half of the course presents methods of analyzing and presenting epidermiological data on public health problems. In the second half, students will learn how to measure quality improvement/outcomes from nursing, government and consumer perspectives. Students learn to use database and statistical programs like Stat View, Epi Info and Conquest and develop critical thinking and decision-making skills through case studies, interactive teaching, seminars, and analysis of current data sets in public health.
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NUR 600 - Relational Ontology two credits theory; one credit practicum (3 clock hours) credits
Designed to assist the advanced practice nurse to articulate and advance the relational ethic of care, the moral agency of the nurse and the therapeutic ways of being in nursing practice. Through active learner engagement and reflection, nursing practice and decision-making will be critically examined from numerous perspectives of an ethic of care. The student will use multiple ways of knowing to comprehend, design, implement and communicate theory based compassionate nursing care in a selected setting.
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NUR 605 - Statistical Analysis 3 credits
Methods of exploring, organizing, and presenting data, and foundations of statistical inference. Particular emphasis is placed on practical application, rather than on mathematical theory. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, normal distributions, and t-tests. Specific statistical models presented include analysis of variance (ANOVA), analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), repeated measures ANOVA, simple linear regression, and logistic regression. Students will use the statistical package, SPSS, to manipulate and organize data.
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NUR 610 - Capstone/Thesis Direction 1 credits
The student registers for this credit while working with their major advisor on the conduct and report of the research proposal developed in NUR 511. The completed study will be submitted as a Capstone or Thesis. The report must be acceptable (P/F), but will not carry a letter grade.
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NUR 621 - Perspectives on the Illness Experience 3 credits
Develops an in depth examination of the scientific, experiential and existential perspectives of illness. A focus on chronic or disruptive illness includes the influence of technology, western and eastern perspectives, and social policy on the individual’s experience and illness management decisions. Varied examples of illness events demonstrate the interaction of the person, family and health care providers.
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NUR 622 - Practicum: Perspectives on Illness variable credits, one-three credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: NUR 621 Employs participatory observation and direct clinical encounters as strategies to explore the client experience of serious illness. Students are expected to uncover the client’s personal experience as well as examples of scientific perspectives on the illness experience. Nursing strategies specific to the person’s experience with illness in western culture are identified and explored in relationship to desired client outcomes. Beginning leadership skills in the management of persons living with extended and serious illnesses are demonstrated.
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NUR 623 - Application of Nursing Knowledge to Practice 3 practicum credits
Prerequisite: NUR 621, 622 This course focuses on the interrelationships of theory, research and practice in the care of persons with selected chronic illnesses and the application and measurement of evidence-based practice within varied clinical environments. Historical, political, developmental and contextual factors that influence the nursing care of persons with a variety of chronic illnesses will be explored. Both interdisciplinary and nurse-centered models of illness management will highlight course content.
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NUR 624 - Application of Knowledge Practicum variable credits
Prerequisites: NUR 621, 622 Application, development and evaluation of theoretical, research and evidence-based interventions on various clinical settings for populations of persons with chronic illness. The role of the nurse as a team leader and as an interdisciplinary team member in models of illness management will be explored. Historical, political, developmental and contextual factors that influence models of care will highlight course content.
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NUR 635 - Clinical Reason Adv Nursing Practice 3 credits
Current theoretical and empirical knowledge relative to critical thinking and clinical decision making. Research guided by decision theory, information processing theory and prospect theory will be considered. Several informatic approaches such as expert systems and decision analysis will be examined. Ethical considerations will be explored. Strategies to improve diagnostic reasoning will be discussed and students will analyze their own clinical judgments throughout the course.
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NUR 640 - Community Assessment 3 credits
Theories of health, nursing, community and community organization at the population level. Students utilize the theory and principles learned in Biostatistics and Epidemiology to complete a community assessment and identify community health problems. This course will analyze the community’s health status and adequacy of resources within socio-cultural, political, legal and ethical frameworks. The role of the nurse as an active participant in community health analysis and diagnosis will be explored.
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NUR 641 - Community Health Practicum II 3 credits
A synthesis of theories basic to population-centered community nursing. In this clinically-based course, students in mid-level management will be assigned to selected sub-populations within a given community. A systematic theoretical analysis of problem identification, solution development and program evaluation will be emphasized. Weekly seminars will analyze the theoretical rationales basic to aggregate-level nursing practice. Students in advanced practice are placed in community settings such as schools, work sites and home care agencies where they apply principles of public health practice. Case management of HIV-infected populations in each of these settings is addressed.
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NUR 642 - Curriculum Development in Nursing 3 credits
NUR 500, NUR 511 Explore philosophical perspectives, curriculum theory, and paradigmatic and contextual factors in nursing education. Contextual factors include consideration of diverse populations served, their needs and their influence on health care. The use of a curriculum framework as a means of conceptualizing and organizing the sequencing of knowlege, skills, values and beliefs to achieve program outcomes/competencies is examined. Faculty development synchronous with curriculum development is emphasized as an essential component of curricular change. Aspects of the National League for Nursing (2005) Core Competencies of Nurse Educators contributed to the course development.
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NUR 643 - Clinical Practicum III 3 credits
The student will seek a community placement in an official state or local board of health or in a setting that provides services to underserved populations. Students in mid-level management will work with a preceptor who is developing a statewide program or is coordinating the work of several organizations to develop a community-wide program that addresses a local health problem. For students in advanced practice, the focus of this clinically-based course will be on issues related to health planning and program development specific to community settings. Students will have the opportunity to develop and apply leadership skills in selected community health agencies.
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NUR 644 - Teaching, Learning and Evaluation in Nursing Education 3 credits
Prerequisites: NUR 500, 511; Masters Students; PhD Students: Matriculating and Non-matriculating. Students integrate and apply teaching, learning and evaluation theories, concepts and strategies from the disciplines of nursing and education. The content focuses on knowledge related to planning, designing, and implementing and evaluating a nursing and/or health education program. A guided practicum offers students the opportunity to apply selected teaching, learning and evaluation concepts in areas relevant to students’ educational interests. The National League for Nursing Educator Competencies (2005) guided the creation of course objectives.
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NUR 646 - Practicum in Nursing Education 3 credits
NUR 544 or 644 A guided practicum experience designed to develop teaching skill in academic, clinical teaching and health care practice settings. Emphasis is on the role of the nurse as educator in assessing and responding to identified needs, including the needs of diverse learners and populations, and evaluating learning outcomes. The focus is on the application of instructional design and teaching strategies based on theoretical knowledge and research. Course development was guided by the National League for Nursing Educator Competencies (2005) and the American Nurses Association Scope and Standards of Practice for Professional Development (2000).
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NUR 647 - Social Pathologies 3 credits
The prevalence and severity of public health problems or social morbidities. Survey instruments that assess high risk health behaviors in selected populations are examined. Public health strategies designed to reduce the new social morbidities are reviewed.
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NUR 648 - Strategies Health Sel Pop 3 credits
The health needs of selected populations, especially HIV infected populations, in schools, the workplace, or home care agencies. Delivery of health care is evaluated and innovative methods to meet health care needs are developed.
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NUR 649 - Concept Com Health Plan 3 credits
Methods of organizing the community to develop health care programs for the underserved. Theories of community organization and methods for working across organizations to develop coalitions will be explored. The emphasis of the theoretical analysis will be the development of health programs that will address the public health problems of the region. The legislative and regulatory branches of the government will be closely examined to understand their part in assessing problems planning, implementation and evaluation of health programs.
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NUR 656 - Primary Care II for the Advanced Practice Nurse 3 credits
NUR 557, 558 Building on the student’s prior knowledge of adult primary care management of short-term acute illness and acute exacerbations of chronic health problems, students expand and extend their knowledge of increasingly complex diagnostic and patient management issues that the advance practice nurse addresses in clinical practice. Current standards of practice and advanced practice nursing interventions are used to promote health, assess and reduce risk, and guide adults who are experiencing acute illness or acute exacerbations of chronic illness through the health care experience in primary care settings. Course development was guided by the NONPF Competencies (2006), NONPF -Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas: Adult (2002) and the advanced practice standards of the ANA (2004) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.
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NUR 657 - Primary Care II for the Advanced Practice Nurse/Practicum 3 credits
NUR 557, 558 In this practicum, students expand their knowledge of management of acute illness and acute exacerbation of chronic illness in the adult client through a clinical placement with a nurse practitioner or physician preceptor. Through participatory clinical experiences, students assess and manage commonly occurring acute problems and acute exacerbations of chronic illnesses to promote health, assess and reduce risk, and guide adults who are experiencing acute illness. The continuing development of advanced practice skills in patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning is emphasized. Student progression to an increasingly independent role as an Advanced Practice Nurse is required. Professional, legal, and political dimensions of the role are addressed. Course development was guided by the NONPF Competencies (2006), NONPF -Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas: Adult (2002) and the advanced practice standards of the ANA (2004) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.
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NUR 658 - Management of Chronic Illness Phenomenon 2 credits
NUR 656, 657 Expand and extend the adult nurse practitioner student’s knowledge of complex diagnostic and patient management issues in caring for people with chronic illness. Emphasis is placed on theoretical foundations, expanded clinical knowledge, complex advanced practice nursing interventions, health promotion, the human response to chronic illness and the analysis of the socio/political/economic impact on chronic illness management. Students complete a capstone project that involves planning an intervention that integrates knowledge of health promotion and the human response to illness and an analysis of the socio/political/economic impact on chronic illness management. Course development was guided by the National Organization of Nurses Practitioner Faculty (2006) NONPF Competencies, NONPF (2002) Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas:Adult and the American Nurses (2004) Nursing:Scope and Standards of Practice.
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NUR 659 - Management of Chronic Illness Phenomenom/Practicum 3 credits
Prerequisites: NUR 656, 657. Through participatory clinical experiences with a nurse practitioner or physician preceptors and patients, students assess and manage chronic illnesses and acute exacerbations of chronic illnesses to promote health, assess and reduce risk, and guide adults who are living with chronic illness. Continued development of adult nurse practitioner skills in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning is emphasized. Professional, legal, and political dimensions of the adult nurse practitioner are addressed. Course development was guided by the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty (2006) NONPF Competencies, NONPF (2002) Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas: Adult and the American Nurses Association (2004) Nursing:Scope and Standards of Practice.
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NUR 664 - Adv Gerontological Nursing 6 credits
The synthesis of knowledge in the advanced practice role through the diagnosis, treatment and management of acute and chronic health problems common in a diverse population of older adults. Emphasis is on the application of advanced practice nursing theory and research. Students function in the advanced practice role within a multidisciplinary health care team. A variety of clinical practice sites will be utilized to assist the student in the nursing assessment and management of pathophysiological alteration that impact function in older adults.
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NUR 666 - Adv Pharmacology in Gerontological Nursing 2 credits
Independent and interdependent clinical decision-making in the diagnosis and treatment of common health problems of older adults in a variety of settings. Pharmacological variables specifically related to common aging changes and to pathological conditions are reinforced and pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles are emphasized in relation to vulnerabilities of older adults of various ethnic and racial groups. Advanced pharmacology related to the treatment of health alterations, prescription writing, legal and ethical ramifications of practice and protocol development are emphasized. Differential diagnosis and clinical decisions are outcomes of synthesis of pharmacodynamics, laboratory values and protocol parameter. Racial and ethnic differences are factored in clinical decisions. The combined parameters of this course in pharmacology and gerontological nursing are the foundations of the knowledge base required for the provider in establishing differential diagnosis and prescription of medications in the care of older adults.
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NUR 668 - Mgt Care Adv Gerontological Nursing 6 credits
A synthesis of knowledge and research in the clinical case management of groups of older adults through collaboration with multidisciplinary health care team members and the deployment of resources in the long-term care continuum. Demonstration of advanced practice leadership role is emphasized in research application and program development and evaluation. Advanced clinical strategies will be demonstrated to promote, maintain and restore health to groups of multicultural older adults. The student will act as client advocate in developing and implementing strategies that have a positive effect on systems that affect the health and quality of life of older adults.
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NUR 675 - Seminar In Adv Practice 3 credits
Individualized clinical assignments and focused seminar discussions to foster the synthesis of advanced knowledge and skills in the development of the advanced practice role. Precepted clinical experiences will be expanded through the exploration of innovative models of advanced practice, research, utilization strategies relating to identified concerns for a specific client population or environment of care, and emphasis on client population or environment of care, and emphasis on client and system outcome measures.
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NUR 680 - Community Health Assessment 3 credits
Providing knowledge and skills to develop the role of the community/public health nursing specialist. The course presents throughout the core public health functions of assessment, assurance and policy development, focusing on assessment. Each student will assess a community, identifying the strengths, weaknesses, stressors and adaptations of aggregates and communities. Principles of epidemiology, demography, environmental sciences and political theory will be synthesized with nursing concepts to provide the basis for community nursing practice in a dynamic health delivery system.
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NUR 681 - Assessment and Planning for Population Health Practice 3 credits
Prerequisites: NUR 540, 547 Study of methods of health planning through development of program plans that address identified health care problems in the region, with special emphasis on needs of the underserved, cultural variations in health practices, and cost effectiveness. The course explores theories of community organization, coalition development, and of health program generation that incorporate latest research findings. Evaluation plans will be developed to measure outcomes. Legislative, executive, and regulatory branches of government will be examined to understand their roles in assessing problems, planning, implementing, and evaluating health programs; funding sources for programs will also be explored.
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NUR 682 - Practicum in Assessment and Planning for Population Health Practice 3 practicum credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: NUR 681 The student will utilize principles of social change, community organization, planning, and evaluation to develop effective community nursing programs. Working within a community framework, the student will develop a community project as an intervention for a previously identified community health problem.
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NUR 683 - Implementation and Evaluation for Population Health Practice 3 credits
Prerequisites: NUR 681,682 Effective advanced practice in community health nursing, through a theoretical basis to support the role of community health nursing in program evaluation and quality management. The student will analyze critically existing taxonomies and databases to determine their effectiveness for measuring outcomes. Students will gain evaluation research skills through analysis of existing nursing programs and will refine those skills by identifying variables that have the potential to improve the effectiveness of community health nursing programs.
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NUR 684 - Community Health Nursing II Practicum 3 practicum credits
NUR 681, 682 Co_Requisites
NUR 683 Emphasis is on the nurse as leader in community-based implementation and evaluation of a population focused intervention/program. Students collaborate with health care agencies and stakeholders to identify critical indicators and to create and/or analyze data that measure the impact of these programs from the formative and summative perspectives. The major focus is on measurement of program outcomes, quality, and cost effectiveness which requires integration of knowledge from prior course work and diverse disciplines. The Statement on Clinical Nurse Specialist Practice and Education, the Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing, the ANA Scope and Standards for Public Health Nursing and the Council for Linkages between Academia and Public Health Practice Core Competencies guided the development of the course.
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NUR 700 - Philosophy of Nursing Science 3 credits
Provides a framework for understanding the history and development of nursing science. The origins of scientific questions and methods of scholarly disciplines are explored. Sources of nursing knowledge, modes of inquiry, and models of scholarship are critically analyzed. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between philosophy, theory, research and practice.
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NUR 701 - Systematizing, Translating, and Transitioning Knowledge to Nursing Practice 3 credits
Synthesis, transfer, and application of know-ledge in practice. During this course doctoral students study how practice knowledge is structured and explore metacognitive strate-gies to promote accurate knowledge use. In-depth analysis of theories of knowledge use will be examined. Students will examine structured models, construct new models, and attempt to resolve inconsistencies in existing designs to make practice knowledge explicit. The role of reflective knowledge generation will be scrutinized. Issues of common language, including taxonomy systems recognized by the ANA, emerge as significant features in practice knowledge development. Knowledge assimilation, codification strategies, synthesis, concept mapping, and clustering become important tools for the knowledge developer. Infor-matics and the use of decision support systems as well as issues of soft knowledge such as intuition will be considered.
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NUR 705 - Theory Constr,Synth, App Practice 3 credits
Methods of theory construction, synthesis and evaluation. This course develops creative strategies to explore phenomena of interest and expand the scientific body of nursing knowledge and explores the relationship between theoretical thinking and emerging trends shaping nursing science and practice.
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NUR 710 - Multivariate Analysis in Health Care Research 3 credits
Focuses on conceptual and methodological issues employed in health care research. Emphasizes two and three-way analyses of variance (ANOVA); multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA); repeated measures analysis of variance; linear regression models for continuous and binary outcomes; nonlinear regression models analyzing both epidemiologic and clinical data; path analysis; and factor analysis. Examines violations of model assumptions (multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity, measurement error) with an emphasis on nursing and health care questions and concrete tasks facing an investigator planning and executing a study. Students use the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for data mining and statistical analyses.
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NUR 712 - Qualitative Research Methods 3 credits
Prerequisite: NUR 700; MS-level research course Analyze the philosophical underpinnings and development of qualitative research methods. Critically examine qualitative research designs, data collection and methods for analysis and interpretation of findings from a variety of disciplines. Critically examine evaluation criteria and ethical concerns related to qualitative research with human subjects.
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NUR 714 - Quantitative Methods Nursing Research 3 credits
Applies strategies for selecting and evaluating various research designs, sampling methods, instrumentation, data collection methods, data analysis techniques and interpretation of the findings in the development of quantitative research investigations of nursing phenomena. Scientific rigor and ethical concerns related to research with human subjects will be critically examined.
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NUR 720 - Human Response Health and Illness 3 credits
Critically examines perspectives in nursing and interdisciplinary fields relevant to phenomena associated with human responses to illness events, in particular chronic illness. Emphasis on variations on the conceptualization of these phenomena across health care disciplines and the relationship to assumptions underlying nursing science. Issues pertinent to measurement strategies and construct validity for these concepts as well as respondent burden within this population will be addressed. Practice implications evolving from the synthesis of this knowledge will be explored.
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NUR 730 - Nursing Intervention in the Care of Chronically Ill Persons:Research, Theory, and Practice 3 credits
NUR 700, 705, 712, 714, 740 Critically analyze and synthesize various evidence-based strategies and programs of research related to living with chronic illness. Critique the development, theoretical underpinnings, scientific rigor and outcomes of interventions to manage phenomena of concern to persons living with chronic illness. The role of the PhD-prepared nurse as leader and member of the interdisciplinary research team generating and translating evidence-based interventions is highlighted.
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NUR 740 - Promote Health, Shape Healthcare 3 credits
Theories and research related to health promotion and illness prevention across the life span. Examines social and political influences upon such concepts as health, illness, chronicity, disability, risk, and vulnerability. Students will develop a research grant proposal to address priority areas of the national health agenda with special attention to the prevention of chronic conditions.
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NUR 750 - Leadership and Scholarship in Nursing Education 3 credits
NUR 642, 644 Explores complex political, institutional, social and economic forces impacting the higher education environment. Examines leadership challenges for nursing in higher education. Students analyze the research and scholarship of teaching exploring ways of integrating research to create innovation and change. Emphasis is on an integrated synthesis of the research on a selected issue in nursing education or area in the scholarship of teaching.
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NUR 780 - Doctoral Seminar I variable credits
Weekly seminar discussions or presentations based on nursing or interdisciplinary research, theory development or methods alternating with focused dissertation discussions with faculty. Detailed exploration of grant development skills integrated across the four semester sequence supports skill development for dissertation proposal.
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NUR 785 - Doctoral Dissertation Research variable credits
The dissertation is the culmination of knowledge development across the program. Over a period of several semesters, students synthesize and integrate knowledge from the program of study in a concentrated investigation of a fundamental or applied issue pertinent to nursing science. Students¿ research must make a contribution to nursing science in the area of chronic illness and/or nursing education. Continued registration in the course is based on successful completion of the qualifying requirement and submission of a formal proposal endorsed by the students¿ dissertation committee. A written dissertation must be completed in accordance with the rules of the Office of Graduate Studies and the College of Nursing.
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