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2022 - 2023 Undergraduate & Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Management
  

  • MGMT 5213 - Strategic Human Resource Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Theories, concepts and evolution of Human Resources Management. Examines the strategic role of HR and how the traditional tasks of HR fit into this new paradigm.
  

  • MGMT 5223 - Production/Operations Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Quantitative techniques which support effective decision-making. Focuses on the formulation, analysis, and interpretation of optimization models for various applications in management including marketing, accounting, finance and operations. Includes aggregate planning, queuing theory, inventory control, scheduling, and decision theory.
  

  • MGMT 5233 - Entrepreneurship/New Venture Initia

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Examination of unique entrepreneurship characteristics. Includes the skills, knowledge, information, and alternative that are necessary for finding and developing new business prospects.
  

  • MGMT 5243 - Enterprise Resource Mgmt Systems

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Strategic management of technology and information systems in the business environment. Includes challenges in innovation and change management with a strategic focus on enterprise systems.
  

  • MGMT 5313 - Business Strategy

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Capstone experience that studies strategic management, including environmental analysis, strategy formulation and implementation, administrative policy, and the strategic control process. Analyzes problems confronted by upper-level managers and applies concepts from prior business courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 24 graduate hours.

Manufacturing Management
  

  • MFMG 4023 - Seminar in Manufacturing Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Operations management theory and concepts applied to current manufacturing operations problems combined with field-based study.

    Prerequisite(s): SCMT 4033 , SCMT 3213  (TECH 3213 ), and instructor’s permission.
  

  • MFMG 4033 - Manufacturing Strategy

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Reviews manufacturing management principles and techniques and examines current topics in global manufacturing operations. Topics include enterprise resource planning, lean manufacturing principles, total quality management, gemba kaizen, and continuous process improvement.

    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 3413 

Marketing
  

  • MKTG 3113 - Principles of Marketing

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A survey course of the functions of domestic and international marketing.

    (Formerly BMA 3113)
  

  • MKTG 3313 - E-Marketing

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    E-marketing addresses how businesses use the Internet and other electronic technologies as marketing tools. The emphasis is on understanding the unique opportunities and challenges associated with electronic marketing in order to better implement a firm’s overall marketing strategy. This course will discuss e-commerce, effective websites, search engine results, advertising banners, and database marketing.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3113 
  

  • MKTG 3323 - Consumer Behavior

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An integrative strategic marketing approach to consumer behavior analyzing the acquisition, consumption, and disposition of goods and services by consumers and organizations. Topics will include internal and external variables that influence buying decisions, buying processes, buyer-seller relationships, positioning and branding, information processing. Issues of ethics and global marketing are considered.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3113 
  

  • MKTG 3453 - Sales and Sales Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Principles of selling are addressed. Distinguishes between the complementary functions of marketing and sales. Management concepts including supervision, control of sales divisions, sales planning, research, motivation, compensation of salespersons, and ethical issues are discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3113 
  

  • MKTG 4153 - Integrated Marketing Communications

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course will examine a blended approach toward managing a company’s marketing promotional mix and communications messaging and mediums. This course will explore the role of IMC in a traditional marketing plan and in an integrated marketing offer and message to targeted customers.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3113 
  

  • MKTG 4333 - Marketing Research

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Examines the systematic research to marketing management decision making including identifying problems, determining information needs, designing research, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting the data, and reporting the results of the research findings.

    Prerequisite(s): BADM 2843  and MKTG 3113 .
  

  • MKTG 4343 - Marketing Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Focuses on the application of marketing concepts to managerial decision making across topic areas of corporate level strategy, marketing research, markets, products, pricing, promotion, and distribution.

    Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3313 , MKTG 3323 , and MKTG 4333 .
  

  • MKTG 5143 - Strategic Global Marketing

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Key concepts, tools and theory of the global marketing environment. Challenges critical thinking about global competition.

Mathematics
  

  • MATH 0013 - Basic Math

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This beginning algebra course contains a basic math component consisting of operations with real numbers, percentages, volumes, areas, and perimeters of simple geometric figures; metric system; English system; and scientific notation. The elementary algebra component includes the following: signed numbers, exponents, algebraic expressions, factoring, algebraic fractions, linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations, and graphing. This course does not substitute for MATH 1503  or MATH 1513 . This course does not apply toward total credit hours for graduation.
  

  • MATH 0113 - Elementary Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A beginning algebra class. Included within this course are signed numbers, exponents, algebraic expressions, factoring, algebraic fractions, linear equations, and graphing. This course does not apply toward total credit hours for graduation.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0013  or equivalent.
  

  • MATH 0114 - Elementary Algebra Plus

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    A beginning algebra class. Included within this course are signed numbers, exponents, algebraic expressions, factoring, algebraic fractions, linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations, and graphing. Lecture three hours, lab two hours per week. This course does not apply toward total credit hours for graduation.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0013  or equivalent.
  

  • MATH 0212 - Statistics Foundations

    2 Credit Hour(s)

    Remediation and support for students who are enrolled in MATH 1413 , but whose test scores and prior coursework do not indicate preparedness for college-level mathematics classes. Required for students enrolled in MATH 1413  who score less than 19 on the ACT Mathematics test. This course is pass/fail and does not satisfy degree requirements for any degree program at Rogers State University. Lecture 2 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0114  or satisfactory placement score.
    Corequisite(s): MATH 1413  
  

  • MATH 0213 - Intermediate Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This class is a brief review of algebraic equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, systems of equations and inequalities, polynomials, rational expressions, roots, radicals, and quadratic functions. This course does not substitute for MATH 1503  or MATH 1513 . This course does not apply toward total credit hours for graduation.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0114  or appropriate placement scores
  

  • MATH 0312 - College Math Foundations

    2 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is taken concurrently with MATH 1503  and is intended for students majoring in non-STEM degree programs. It is designed to provide additional support to those who need to build on their mathematical foundations and skills. This course is pass/fail and does not count towards graduation credit.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0114  or appropriate math placement test and/or ACT score.
    Corequisite(s): MATH 1503  
  

  • MATH 0322 - Functions and Modeling Foundations

    2 Credit Hour(s)

    Remediation and support for students who are enrolled in MATH 1423, but whose test scores
    and prior coursework do not indicate preparedness for college-level mathematics classes. Required for students
    enrolled in MATH 1423 who score less than 19 on the ACT Mathematics test. This course is pass/fail and does
    not satisfy degree requirements for any degree program at Rogers State University. Lecture 2 hours. 
     

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0114  or satisfactory placement score.
    Corequisite(s): MATH 1423  
  

  • MATH 0412 - College Algebra Foundations

    2 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is taken concurrently with MATH 1513  and is intended for students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) degree programs. It is designed to provide additional support to those who need to build on their mathematical/algebraic foundations and skills. This course is pass/fail and does not count towards graduation credit.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0114  or appropriate math placement test and/or ACT score.
    Corequisite(s): MATH 1513  
  

  • MATH 1413 - Introduction to Statistics

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to descriptive statistics (histograms, pie charts, pictograms, graphs, etc); summary statistics (central tendency - mean, median, mode; variability - variance, standard deviation, range); basic probability concepts; statistical distributions; Binomial Distribution; Normal Distribution; distribution of the sample mean (proportion); confidence intervals; hypothesis testing (generally one population Normal & binomial, and difference in means or proportions situations).

    Prerequisite(s): ACT math sub-score of 19 or equivalent.
  

  • MATH 1423 - Functions and Modeling

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Study of equations and functions (linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic) from various perspectives (symbolic, verbal, numerical, graphical); digital techniques for graphing functions, solving equations, and modeling data using regressions. This course is designed for students in agricultural, business, life/health science, or social science majors. 

    Prerequisite(s): ACT math sub-score of 19 or equivalent.
    Corequisite(s): ACT math sub-score of 17-18 and MATH 0322 , or equivalent.
  

  • MATH 1503 - Mathematics for Critical Thinking

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of mathematics needed for critical evaluation of quantitative information. Includes basic logic/analytical reasoning, critical appraisal of graphs and tables, set theory, and introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics.

    Prerequisite(s): ACT math sub-score of 19 or equivalent
  

  • MATH 1513 - College Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of linear functions and graphs of equations. Includes operations with functions; the study of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; sequences and variation.

    Prerequisite(s): ACT math sub-score of 19 or equivalent.
  

  • MATH 1613 - Trigonometry

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Includes trigonometric functions applications, identities, complex numbers, equations, inverse functions, and logarithmic functions.

    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): MATH 1513 
  

  • MATH 1715 - Pre-Calculus

    5 Credit Hour(s)

    This course covers the contents of college algebra and trigonometry
  

  • MATH 1743 - Calculus I for Business

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Designed to acquaint the student with the applications of calculus to the solution of business problems, with emphasis on the applications to maximization, minimization, optimization, and marginal analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1513 
  

  • MATH 2100 - Seminar in Mathematics

    1 to 4 Credit Hour(s)

    The seminar offers the student an opportunity to study special topics in mathematics. Enrollment only by consent of the supervising instructor.
  

  • MATH 2213 - Mathematical Structures I

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A content-oriented course for elementary teacher majors. A study of the fundamental structure of mathematics. Includes systematic problem solving, logic, set theory, properties and operations in the different number systems, various bases, number theory, and techniques of reasoning and proof.

    Prerequisite(s): ACT math sub-score of 19 or equivalent. MATH 0213  or equivalent.
  

  • MATH 2264 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus I

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    Includes functions of one variable, rectangular coordinates, equations and properties of algebraic plane curves, limits, derivatives, differentials, anti-derivatives, definite integrals, applications of derivatives and integrals, the natural logarithm, and exponential functions.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1613 
  

  • MATH 2364 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus II

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    A continuation of MATH 2264  covering applications of integration, derivatives and integrals of the inverse trigonometric functions, integration techniques, use of integral tables, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, sequences and series, Taylor and Maclaurin series, and conic sections.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 2264  
  

  • MATH 2464 - Analytical Geometry & Calculus III

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    A continuation of MATH 2364  involving parametric equations, polar coordinates, analytical geometry in three-dimensional space, vectors in two and three dimensions, vector-valued functions, derivatives of multi-variable functions, multiple integration, introduction to vector analysis, and Green’s Theorem.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 2364 
  

  • MATH 2843 - Statistics

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Includes an introduction to basic statistical terminology, organization of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion, elementary probability, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, analysis of variance (ANOVA), basics of nonparametric tests, and a variety of applications of statistical techniques.
  

  • MATH 3113 - Differential Equations

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    First-order ordinary differential equations, existence and uniqueness theorems, linear ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients, power series methods, numerical methods, and Laplace transform methods.

    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): MATH 2464 
    (Formerly MATH 2563)
  

  • MATH 3413 - Mathematical Structures II

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of the fundamental structure of mathematics for non-science majors. Topics include: plane geometry; geometric motion such as translation, rotation, and reflection; polyhedra; and applications to measurement.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1503 , MATH 1513 , or MATH 2213 .
    Note: No major or minor credit in mathematics.
  

  • MATH 3433 - Discrete Mathematics

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Logic; set theory; order; algorithms; mathematical proof including induction, recursive functions, and recursive algorithms; and combinatorics.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 2264  and CS 2223 .
  

  • MATH 3523 - Linear Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Matrix algebra, solution of systems of linear equations by Gaussian elimination, determinants. Vector spaces and subspaces, bases of Euclidean spaces. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors, quadratic forms, orthogonal matrices, diagonalization of symmetric matrices. Applications.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 2264 .
  

  • MATH 3950 - ST:Mathematics

    1 to 4 Credit Hour(s)

    Focus of the course is an approved area of mathematics to be determined by faculty for each semester offered. The course may be repeated for credit.

Military Science
  

  • MS 1030 - Military Science Leadership Lab

    0 Credit Hour(s)

    A non-credit course required each semester for the Guard Officer Leadership Development (GOLD) Program recruits, soldiers and Military Science majors. This course provides leadership and management opportunities in formal and informal military settings. This course does not apply toward total credit hours for graduation.
  

  • MS 1213 - Small Group Leadership and Dynamics

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This is an introductory course to military science and leadership. Emphasis on understanding leadership styles, evaluating personal leadership capabilities, problem solving, teamwork, goal-setting, and cultivation of individual soldiering skills.
  

  • MS 1223 - Intro to the Military Profession

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    MS 1223 introduces Candidates to the challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Candidates learn how the development of life skills such as creative thinking, critical thinking, and effective communication form a foundation for success. Writing and briefing in the Army style will be introduced and reinforced through a series of in-class briefing and writing assignments. Candidates begin learning the basics of team dynamics and squad level tactics. They are required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on, performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab facilitated by MSIV Candidates and supervised by GOLD Cadre. This course is restricted to members of the GOLD program.
  

  • MS 2113 - Foundations of Leadership

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    MS 2113 explores the foundations of leadership with an added focus on the dimensions of creative and innovative leadership strategies and styles. Students learn to apply strategies of personal motivation and team-building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and events. Students also employ communication skills to lead troops in problem-solving exercises. Tactical skills to include land navigation are stressed through a series of in-class and practical exercises in a field environment. Writing and briefing in the Army style are stressed through a series of written assignments and in-class briefings. Candidates are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on, performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab and 3-day field exercise supervised by GOLD Cadre. This course is restricted to members of the GOLD program.
  

  • MS 2123 - Leadership and Decision Making

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    MS 2123 focuses on the basics of small unit leadership and decision making. The course introduces the Candidates to the Troop Leading Procedures and how to apply them to the 5-Paragraph Operations Order. The ability to lead and follow is also covered through Team Building exercises at squad level. Writing and briefing in the Army style are stressed through a series of written assignments and in-class briefings. Candidates are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on, performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab and 3-day field exercise supervised by GOLD Cadre. This course is restricted to members of the GOLD program.
  

  • MS 3113 - Military Leadership and Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is designed to prepare the student for leadership positions primarily in the Oklahoma Army National Guard. Students will learn small unit eadership fundamentals and will examine the junior officer’s role and responsibilities in the leadership process. Topics covered will include: professional ethics, operational planning, gathering and analyzing intelligence data, soldier/team development, and briefings in the military format.
  

  • MS 3213 - Military Tactics and Operation

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is designed to prepare the student to become a commissioned officer in the Oklahoma Army National Guard. Students will learn small unit tactical leadership fundamentals from an historical perspective and apply them to today’s operational environment via the completion of situation exercises. Topics covered include offensive and defensive operations, military history, and graphical representation.
  

  • MS 3950 - ST:Military Science

    1 to 5 Credit Hour(s)

    This course can be used multiple times for variable credit. This course requires a student to conduct research on an issue related to Military Science. Both oral and written examinations may be required.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission from the Professor of Military Science.
  

  • MS 4113 - Application of Tactical Leadership

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    MS 4113 focuses on applied leadership in small unit operations. It is an academically challenging course where Candidates will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of direct level leadership at the platoon level. Candidates will work directly with GOLD Cadre in the planning and facilitation of daily physical training, weekly labs, and a 3-day field training exercise. Throughout the semester there will be an emphasis on teaching and leading underclass Candidates on the execution of land navigation techniques in classroom and field settings. Candidates will also participate in weekly discussions with Cadre of assigned reading to challenge their analytical skills and apply previously learned knowledge of leadership styles. At the conclusion of this course, Candidates will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a platoon in the execution of a mission. This course is restricted to members of the GOLD program.
  

  • MS 4123 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Op

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    MS 4123 is a continuation of MS 4113  and focuses on applied leadership in small unit operations. It is an academically challenging course where Candidates will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of direct level leadership and small unit tactics at the platoon level. Candidates will work directly with GOLD Cadre in the planning and facilitation of daily physical training, weekly labs, and a 3-day field training exercise. Throughout the semester there will be an emphasis on grading and providing feedback to underclass Candidates on the execution of Squad Tactical Exercises from issuance of the 5-Paragraph Operations Order, through the Troop Leading Procedures, and culminating in facilitation of an After-Action Review. At the conclusion of this course, Candidates will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a platoon in the execution of a mission.

    Note: This course is restricted to members of the GOLD program.

Music
  

  • MUSC 1013 - Fundamentals of Music

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to fundamental music concepts such as note and rhythm reading, performance skills, and harmonic construction of music. Major elements of music will be discussed and analyzed through practical applications, including simple composing and arranging. Intended for students with little or no formal musical training.

    (Formerly MUSC 2563)
  

  • MUSC 2573 - Music Appreciation

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The course is designed to cultivate a broader listening and appreciative attitude toward music. Lectures with musical illustrations on important works of musical literature are included. Humanities elective.

    This course material has been duplicated in HUM 2573  and can be enrolled in if there is not availability in this section.

Native American Studies
  

  • NAMS 1123 - Native American Spirituality I

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Orientation and study of Native American beliefs made integral through literature, oral traditions, and lifestyles. General concepts will be studied to find similarities in a range of mythologies, and specific tribal stories will serve as contrast.
  

  • NAMS 1143 - Native Americans of North America

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Introduction to the inhabitants from the North Pole to southern Mexico at the centuries directly before and immediately after specific European incursions. Note will be made of cultural relationships such as languages and myths among various peoples distributed throughout the area.
  

  • NAMS 2123 - Native American Spirituality II

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Advanced study of Native American spirituality in comparison to Western religion, culture, and community, through participation and discussion, medicine wheel, sweat lodge, meditation, dance, etc. This class will examine spiritual growth through the study of Native American practices and values.
  

  • NAMS 2203 - Native American of United States

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Study of the history and cultures of Native Americans around the European incursions and establishment of the United States to present. Conflicts with European explorers and rebellions of indigenous peoples and the results of such actions will be reviewed. Whenever possible, comparisons between European and Native American accounts of such events will be made.
  

  • NAMS 2233 - Native Americans of Oklahoma

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Oklahoma is home to more than 40 American Indian tribes, tribal towns, nations, and bands. NAMS 2233 discusses the ways in which the tribes came to reside in the present day state of Oklahoma, and also explores each tribe as a unique entity unto itself. Both contemporary and historical perspectives will be addressed, as well as contemporary cultural issues and current events.
  

  • NAMS 2403 - Field Research in Nat Amer Culture

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is designed to be a cooperative effort between RSU and local museums and research facilities such as Gilcrease and Philbrook museums. Students will be provided a list of topics of importance to the understanding of Native American cultures to be thoroughly researched during the semester.
  

  • NAMS 2423 - Indigenous Lang of Native Americans

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of the general categories of languages that are the bodies that branch into hundreds of specific local languages. Information about linguistic clues that reveal migrations and relationships to pre-tribal cultures will be discussed and researched.
  

  • NAMS 2503 - Cherokee I

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The purpose of this course is to teach basic conversational Cherokee with some emphasis on prefixes, suffixes, and roots of Cherokee words to reflect changes in the usage of words in the language.
  

  • NAMS 2583 - Seminar in Native American Language

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of other Native American languages. (Offered on demand.)
  

  • NAMS 2623 - Cherokee II

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Instructions are carried out totally in the Cherokee language. No English is used. Stress is on conversational Cherokee. This method of teaching Native American languages is proving to be the most effective method yet developed.
  

  • NAMS 2850 - Native American Seminar

    1 to 4 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is designed to address particular issues in regard to the Native American culture. Course content to be determined each semester offered and will be selected from, but not limited to, the following: art, language, religion, music, history, and current events.

    (Formerly NAMS 2853)
  

  • NAMS 3113 - Contemporary Native American Issues

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Subjects to be covered include issues regarding tribal sovereignty, religious freedom, gaming, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, CDIB status, museum development and management, government programs relating to tribes, Indian Health Service, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and tribal elections. Current local, state, and national events, court cases, and evolving issues regarding tribes and tribal people will be a consistent subject throughout the course.
  

  • NAMS 3263 - Native American Law

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An intensive review and advanced analysis of Native American law based on the foundational sets of legal principles of U.S. Federal American Indian law, the laws of tribal governments, and international laws applicable to Indigenous people.

    (Formerly NAMS 2263)
  

  • NAMS 4123 - Native American Literature

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Building on the foundation of the oral tradition-stories, songs, and poems of traditional Native Americans-this course is an examination of contemporary authors and issues in Native American Literature. The course will focus intensively on a few writers and/or poets per semester.
  

  • NAMS 4413 - Native American Art

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Comprehensive study of the prehistoric, historic, and contemporary artistic traditions of indigenous people of various North American cultural regions. By examining historical periods of American Indian artwork, students will understand how various socio-cultural factors influenced the development of specific traditions and common methods of artistic practice among Native people of North America.

Nursing
  

  • NURS 1111 - Nursing Concepts

    1 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of professional nursing concepts and theory.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing Program, BIOL 1144 , BIOL 2215 , NURS 1191, and ENGL 1113 .
  

  • NURS 2112 - Introduction to Nursing

    2 Credit Hour(s)

    This course builds on a foundation of liberal arts education to introduce the student to foundational nursing concepts; including history, professional roles, professional communication techniques, information management, ethics and fundamental skills.

    Note: Laboratory required.
  

  • NURS 2223 - Transition to Nursing Practice

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of role transition, including integration of selected clinical areas with the core competencies of professional nursing practice.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 2138 
    (Formerly NURS 2221)
  

  • NURS 2246 - Nursing in Complex Environment

    6 Credit Hour(s)

    Integrated theoretical and clinical studies with focus on the restoration, maintenance, and promotion of health and management of acute and chronic illness.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 2138 
    (Formerly 2248)
  

  • NURS 3111 - Dosage Calc & Medication Safety

    1 Credit Hour(s)

    This course emphasizes critical thinking techniques to effectively, accurately, and safely calculate dosages of medications. It includes reading, interpreting, and solving calculation problems encountered in the preparation of medication. This course involves measurements within the apothecary, U.S., and metric systems. Learners will review basic math skills and learn systems of measurement. Students will learn ratio/proportion and Dimensional Analysis for calculating dosages of oral, powdered and parenteral medications, pediatric and adult weight -based medication and intravenous medications. Medication safety is highlighted.

    Prerequisite(s): Competitive admission into the BS Nursing (NURG-128) program.
  

  • NURS 3113 - Pharmacology

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course focuses on the safety, moral, and legal issues involved in medication administration. Principles of dosage calculation are introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the nursing program.
  

  • NURS 3125 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    5 Credit Hour(s)

    This course integrates theoretical and clinical studies while focusing on the application of evidence-based practice, therapeutic interventions, and use of the nursing process in providing safe patient care in diverse settings. Students will begin to study the body systems across the lifespan, and incorporate principles of health promotion and disease prevention. Dosage calculation skills are reinforced.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the nursing program.
  

  • NURS 3134 - Health Assessment and Promotion

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    This course focuses on the introduction of clinical reasoning skills to collect and analyze a complete physical assessment, draw valid inferences from the data collected, and identify pathophysiologic changes that occur during alterations in health across the lifespan in multiple populations. Active learning strategies include laboratory.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the nursing program.
  

  • NURS 3216 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I

    6 Credit Hour(s)

    The emphasis of this course is on acquiring nursing knowledge to deliver safe patient care to adults with common acute and chronic alterations in health. Students integrate theory with practice as they learn to coordinate patient care using evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning skills. Beginning principles of interdisciplinary collaboration will be introduced. Dosage calculation skills are reinforced. Active learning strategies include laboratory, high-fidelity simulations, hospital-based clinical rotations and service learning.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3113 , NURS 3125 , and NURS 3134  with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • NURS 3234 - Mental Health Nursing

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    The focus of this course is on safe, quality nursing care of patients and their mental health. Psycho-social interventions, health promotion, professional communication and interdisciplinary collaboration are emphasized in a variety of acute care and community settings. Dosage calculation skills are reinforced. Active learning strategies include a group project, and clinical rotations in inpatient, outpatient and community environments.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3113 , NURS 3125 , and NURS 3134  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 3243 - Contemporary Nursing Practice

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course provides an introduction to quality healthcare management through contemporary nursing practice. Healthcare informatics and technology, with an emphasis on the integration of nursing, computer, and information science, is reviewed for the provision of safe nursing practice, optimum healthcare delivery systems and policy development. An overview of American healthcare policy is provided with foci including healthcare financing, cost containment, regulation, access, insurance, quality improvement and the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3113 , NURS 3125 , and NURS 3134  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 3323 - Pathophysiology for the Health Prof

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Fundamentals of pathophysiology are introduced and focus on essential concepts of disease processes. Major disorders and selected diseases are presented in a concise approach preparing the students to develop clinical reasoning skills.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2215  or BIOL 2285  with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.
  

  • NURS 3513 - RN:Contemporary Nursing Practice

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is for the registered nurse in current practice. The focus is on healthcare informatics and technology, with an emphasis on the integration of nursing, computer, and information science as it applies to the provision of safe nursing practice, optimum healthcare delivery systems and policy development. American healthcare policy is provided with foci including healthcare financing, cost containment, regulation, access, insurance, quality improvement and the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program. 
  

  • NURS 3533 - RN:Pathophysiology for the Hlth Prf

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is for the registered nurse in current practice. It focuses on essential concepts of disease processes in the outpatient setting. Major disorders and selected diseases are presented in a concise approach expanding clinical reasoning skills.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2215  or BIOL 2285 , or equivalent, with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 4003 - RN:Professional Nursing Role

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Assists the associate degree or diploma-prepared nurse’s transition toward completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Presents professional nursing role competencies that are essential to address current and future challenges of nursing and health care. Uses nursing theory to organize and link the increasing body of nursing knowledge.

    Prerequisite(s): Must be a registered nurse with an active nursing license; admission to the program or permission.
  

  • NURS 4013 - RN:Health Assessment/Promotion

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Health Assessment/Promotion provides a comprehensive knowledge base to collect and analyze a complete physical assessment and health database using a holistic framework and to formulate nursing diagnoses.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program or permission.
    Note: Requires laboratory.
  

  • NURS 4113 - RN:Rural Nursing

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Rural Nursing integrates current health issues of individuals, families and communities that are unique to rural areas with emphasis on cultural diversity and ethnicity. The course is designed to expand community and individual long-term health issues and professional practice.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program or permission.
  

  • NURS 4114 - RN:Family, Comm & PubHlth Nursing

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    Focuses on the role of the professional nurse in the promotion of self-care and the delivery of cultural appropriate nursing care within community based health care systems. Critical thinking skills are applied in the assessment of vulnerable populations existing within various communities. The reciprocal influence of the environment on the patient, family and community relative to human needs is emphasized.

    Note: Requires 32 hours arranged field experience.
  

  • NURS 4213 - RN:Nursing Science and Research

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Elements of quantitative and qualitative research processes are introduced. Builds research skills, assists the nurse to be a critical consumer of nursing research. Develops appreciation for research in nursing practices. Emphasis is given to critical analysis and application of research in clinical nursing practice.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program and NURS 4003  or permission.
  

  • NURS 4214 - RN:Mgmt & Leadership in Nursing

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    Theories of leadership, management, organization, and planned change with an expanded view of health services with emphasis on governmental or public institutions. Includes analysis of health care systems, methods, and strategies that inhibit or facilitate change. Professional and ethical issues, legislation, and emerging nursing roles are studied. Requires 32 hours arranged field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 4003  and NURS 4113 .
  

  • NURS 4223 - RN:Professional Nursng Practice Sem

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Opportunity to pursue an area of special interest in professional nursing practice through independent study. Understanding and integrating influence in the professional nursing role explored.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 4214  or permission.
  

  • NURS 4315 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II

    5 Credit Hour(s)

    The focus of this course is on building on previously developed nursing knowledge to deliver safe patient care to adults with more complicated acute and chronic alterations in health. Students continue to integrate theory with practice as the coordinate patient care using evidence-based practice and higher-level clinical reasoning skills. Dosage calculation skills are reinforced. Advancing principles of interdisciplinary collaboration are incorporated in this class. Active learning strategies include laboratory, high-fidelity simulations, hospital- based clinical rotations and service learning.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3216  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 4324 - Nurse’s Role-Prvding Commnity Suppt

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    This course focuses on nursing roles in community health and includes the importance of enhancing population health by health promotion and disease and injury prevention throughout the lifespan. Current healthcare systems and policies for addressing emergency  and disaster preparedness are presented. Active learning strategies of the course include community outreach experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3216  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 4336 - Nursing Care of Chld/Bearing Famly

    6 Credit Hour(s)

    The focus of this course is the delivery of safe nursing  care to the family. Issues of health promotion and disease prevention are discussed for children and patients in their reproductive years. Emphasis is place on developing evidence-based clinical reasoning skills for infants, children, adolescents and childbearing patients. Dosage calculation skills are reinforced. Active learning strategies include high-fidelity simulations, and inpatient and outpatient clinical rotations.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3216  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 4414 - Management and Leadership in Nursin

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    This course presents theories of leadership, management, quality improvement, and organization. An analysis of current healthcare policy is presented and how these policies influence organizational change. Legal, moral and ethical issues in nursing management are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 4315  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 4424 - Nursing Care of the Critically Ill

    4 Credit Hour(s)

    The focus on this course is on the study of increasingly complex health alterations and application of higher levels of clinical reasoning. There is an emphasis on implementing advanced evidence-based practice and improving patient outcomes across the illness-wellness continuum. Safe nursing care includes care of adult patients in acute and critical care settings. Dosage calculation skills are reinforced. Active learning strategies of the course include high-fidelity simulation and inpatient clinical rotations.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 4315  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  

  • NURS 4433 - Nursing Sci and Evidnce-Based Pract

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Elements of quantitative and qualitative research processes are introduced in this course. Students  will develop their research and critical analysis skills of evidence-based nursing research, and apply that information to clinical reasoning and safe patient practice.

    Prerequisite(s): Statistics class, successful completion of NURS 3216  with a grade of “C” or higher, or the equivalent.
  

  • NURS 4443 - Professional Roles in Nursing

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course assists in the transition to the role of a professional nurse. Essentials of baccalaureate nursing competencies will be emphasized. Theory is used to organize and link to the increasing body of nursing knowledge.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 3216  with a grade of “C” or higher, or the equivalent.

Nutrition
  

  • NUTR 1113 - Introduction to Nutrition

    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of nutrients (including general functions), factors affecting utilization, food sources, dietary allowances, food economics, special needs in the life cycle, current issues in nutrition, energy metabolism, food economics, special diets, and fad diets. The role of nutrients in the functioning of the human immune system is discussed.
  

  • NUTR 3011 - Geriatric Nutrition

    1 Credit Hour(s)

    Analysis of the effects of aging on nutritional needs and physio-logical processes relevant to nutrition. Special emphasis will be placed on aspects of geriatric nutrition most relevant to professional health care providers.

    Prerequisite(s): NUTR 1113  or permission.
  

  • NUTR 3021 - Nutrition Aspects-Comm Health Nurse

    1 Credit Hour(s)

    Analysis of the role of nutrition in the public health setting.

    Prerequisite(s): NUTR 1113  or permission.
  

  • NUTR 3031 - Nutrition Assessment

    1 Credit Hour(s)

    Analysis of the issues involved in the assessment of nutritional status in a variety of settings. Special emphasis will be placed on nutrition screening.

    Prerequisite(s): NUTR 1113  or permission.
 

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