Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic channels. New courses and changes in existing coursework are initiated by respective departments or programs. Courses numbered 100–199 are primarily for freshmen; 200–299 for sophomores; 300–399 for juniors; 400–499 for seniors. Courses with numbers preceded by zeros represent courses that will appear on the transcript but are not applicable toward graduation requirements.
Nursing Practice Immersion
This clinical course provides students with a culminating experience that integrates prior theoretical and clinical knowledge to support their transition to professional nursing practice. Students will apply clinical…
Person-centered and holistic care for individuals, families, groups, and communities across the healthcare delivery continuum from prevention to disease management is studied for ways to collaborate and provide the…
Traditional and non-traditional partnerships are explored with a commitment to provide compassionate, respectful, dignified and evidence-based care to serve underrepresented and diverse populations. Attention will be…
The interrelationship among public health theory, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and evidence-based practices are studies and applied to public health nursing practice for individuals, families,…
Explore nursing topics and the synthesis of scientific knowledge through the critical appraisal of research studies. Examine nurses role to support bioethical research principles to advocate and support participants.…
In this course, students build advanced leadership and management competencies essential for improving clinical outcomes across diverse patient populations and care settings. Through analysis of leadership roles,…
General concepts of nursing leadership are explored to improve patient outcomes and effectively manage resources. The professional nursing leadership roles and responsibilities in a rapidly changing, complex healthcare…
Transforming Nursing Leadership
Concepts of transforming nursing leadership are introduced through an ethical perspective to influence collaboration in practice. The professional nursing leadership roles and responsibilities in a rapidly changing,…
Care delivery models are explored in relation to care coordination and workforce dynamics. Characteristics of organizational systems are examined to develop an understanding of the complexity and uniqueness of an…
Professional Nursing Capstone
The portfolio process recognizes the contribution of RN experiences through reflection to demonstrate learning with a final capstone project. Building on the concepts, skills, and values acquired through a liberal arts…
Application and synthesis of safe, evidence-based practice emphasizing clinical expertise, patient expectations, and the best research evidence. Integration of leadership and professional values of the nurse as provider…
Introduction to NCLEX Preparation
This course is designed to give the senior nursing student an overview of approaches to studying for the NCLEX. A variety of approaches and strategies for studying will be incorporated. The course is not intended to…
This course supports students in analyzing and applying transition-to-practice competencies essential for the shift from graduate nurse to professional registered nurse following NCLEX completion. Students will explore…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to nursing students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be…
Independent Study
Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. Prerequisites as determined by…
Intro to the Nutrition Profession
Introduction to the nutrition and dietetic profession. Examines the meaning of professionalism and strategies for success in the profession. Discusses pathways to becoming a dietitian and diverse jobs for which…
Vegetarian Nutrition
Two hours lecture/two hours lab per week. Study of the health benefits and definitions of various vegetarian diets. Key areas covered include complementing proteins and obtaining adequate intake of calories, protein,…
Culinary Foundations
Introduction to food preparation skills, including food safety, knife skills, measuring techniques, and cooking methods for fruits and vegetables, grains, dairy products, meat, fish, and poultry. Restricted to freshmen…
Sports Nutrition
Apply fundamental nutrition concepts to understand how diet and exercise intersect with health and performance. For the athlete to maximize performance and for the general consumer interested in overall fitness, health…
Food Science
An experimental approach to food preparation, with an emphasis on changes in the structure, appearance and flavor of food components in response to exposure to heat, cold, changes in pH, and exposure to oxygen.
Nutritional Foundations for Nursing
Study of nutritional needs and nutritional therapy across the lifespan defining the nurses role in nutrition, wellness, and health promotion. Prerequisites: BIOL 114, CHEM 106 or 121, C or higher in ENG 104 or 105 or…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to dietetics students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be…
Independent Study
Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a dietetics faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. Prerequisite: as…
Nutrition and Wellness
Four hours lecture per week. Study of nutrients and respective functions, food sources, and physiological needs; dietary guidance throughout the life cycle. Role of nutrition in prevention of select chronic diseases…
Nutrition and Metabolism
Three hours lecture per week. A continuation of Nutrition 340, advanced study of nutrients including in-depth study of biochemical functions, physiologic needs and interrelationships among nutrients. Study of the…