Course descriptions for all courses required for the ASN degree Program of the Lester L. Cox College of Nursing and Health Sciences follow:
Biology
BIOL 205
Human Anatomy
3 Credit Hrs
An introduction to the gross and microscopic anatomy of the human body. Mammalian examples of major systems are studied in the laboratory. Lecture and laboratory.
BIOL 206
Human Physiology
3 Credit Hrs
Through lecture, discussion and complementary laboratory experiences, this course examines the organization and function of the human body as a whole and the interrelations of its various systems, organs, tissues and cells. Lecture and laboratory.
BIOL 208
Microbiology
3 Credit Hrs
The practical relations of microorganisms to human welfare. An introduction to standard laboratory methods of study of bacteria and bacteriological examinations of materials; effects of environment upon bacteria. Lecture and laboratory.
BIOL 302
Principles of Human Nutrition
3 Credit Hrs
Prerequisite or co-requisite: CHEM 103
A study of food as it functions to meet body needs with emphasis on utilization, food sources, selection of adequate diets, individual, community and world health problems, and diet therapy.
Cox College Promotes Learning (College Requirement)
CCPL 100
Promoting Learning and Ultimate Success (PLUS) Course
1 Credit Hrs
Prerequisite: Admission to the college. The course is required for progression excluding students in an approved dual enrollment agreement, students in the RN to BSN track, and students with a previously earned bachelor's degree. Students who drop this course must successfully complete it prior to entering their second semester at Cox College.
This course is designed to facilitate a successful college experience with a focus offering strategies to improve and build strong classroom skills, study techniques, test taking, critical thinking and time management skills. The course will offer information about health care as a career, knowledge of the college campus community, and information about support services.
Chemistry
CHEM 103
Fundamentals of Chemistry
3 Credit Hrs
A terminal course dealing with fundamentals and basic concepts of chemistry, primarily designed for general college students as well as those in specialized programs such as nursing.
Requires students to review and practice the fundamentals of grammar, style, usage and mechanics. This course will improve students' interpretive reading abilities and basic writing skills. Proofreading and editing strategies, with an emphasis on correcting common errors, will also be a continual focus of the semester. Student mastery of these goals will be assessed through worksheets, exams and weekly writing assignments.
*NOTE: A student's score on the ASSET test will determine if ENGL 001 is a necessary prerequisite for ENGL 150. This course will not count toward total credit hours for graduation.
ENGL 150
Fundamentals of Composition
3 Credit Hrs
An introductory writing course designed to develop students' abilities to write in a variety of modes for a wide range of purposes.
Students enrolled in INFM 160 (Computer Resources) may earn full course credit by receiving a passing grade on the INFM 160 Proficiency Exam. Only students registered for INFM 160 are allowed to take the proficiency examination. Students will register and pay a $75 fee for the proficiency exam. Students will register for a testing date at the time of registration. Students may take the exam only once. The exam is graded as pass/fail with passing being defined as an overall score of 75 percent or above. If a student does not achieve a passing score, the $75 will be applied toward tuition for enrollment in INFM 160. The student's academic record is not affected and enrollment in INFM 160 will continue.
Mathematics
MATH 001
Beginning Algebra
3 Credit Hrs
For students studying algebra for the first time and for those who need a review for basic algebra. Credit for this course will not satisfy the math proficiency requirement for nursing programs and will not count toward total credit hours for graduation. NOTE: A student's score on the ASSET test will determine if MATH 001 is a necessary prerequisite for MATH 100.
This class will meet the math proficiency requirement for the nursing programs. Students with ACT scores greater than or equal to 22 are exempt from MATH 100.
Prerequisites: current AHA Healthcare Provider or equivalent certification. Prerequisite or co-requisite: BIOL 205 and NURS 100. BIOL 205 and NURS 100 must be taken as a prerequisite to or concurrent with this course. If for any reason enrollment in BIOL 205 or NURS 100 is terminated when taking concurrently, this course will be dropped with all policies relating to a withdrawn course applicable.
This course presents an overview of the nursing profession and concepts basic to nursing practice in light of the college's philosophy of Nursing and curriculum themes. The nursing process is presented as the decision-making approach used in the delivery of nursing care. Assessment of individual health status is emphasized. Framed by functional health patterns the course explores normal functioning and simple alterations in the health of the adult population. Three hours of theory and six hours of laboratory per week.
NURS 106
Clinical Applications II
8 Credit Hrs
Prerequisites: BIOL 205, CHEM 103, NURS 100, 105, PSYC 101, current AHA Healthcare Provider or equivalent certification, and proof of dosage calculation competency. Prerequisite or co-requisite: BIOL 206, 208, NURS 210. If for any reason enrollment in BIOL 206, 208 or NURS 210 is terminated when taking concurrently, this course will be dropped with all policies relating to a withdrawn course applicable.
This course focuses on the principles of human growth and development and emphasizes health promotion and illness prevention activities appropriate from infancy through adulthood. Normal childbearing and common alterations of the child and childbearing women are explored. Framed by functional health patterns, the course explores alterations occurring in adults, including alterations in nutrition, perception, sexuality and reproduction. Four hours of theory and 12 hours of laboratory per week.
NURS 206
Clinical Applications III
8 Credit Hrs
Prerequisite: BIOL 205, 206, 208, CHEM 103, NURS 100, 105, 106, 210, PSYC 101, current AHA Healthcare Provider or equivalent certification and proof of dosage calculation competency.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: BIOL 302, ENGL 150 and NURS 307. If for any reason enrollment in BIOL 302, ENGL 150 or NURS 307 is terminated when taken concurrently, this course will be dropped with all policies relating to a withdrawn course applicable.
This course emphasizes health restoration and facilitation of coping in individuals across the life span. Framed by functional health patterns, the course explores alterations in mental health, immunity, metabolism, elimination, oxygenation, mobility and cognition. Four hours of theory and 12 hours of laboratory per week.
NURS 207
Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice
1 Credit Hrs
Prerequisite: BIOL 205, 206, 208, 302, CHEM 103, NURS 100, 105, 106, 206, 210, 307, PSYC 101 or permission of faculty. This course focuses on nursing as a professional discipline and facilitates socialization into professional practice through exploration of current issues in nursing and health care.
Prerequisite: BIOL 205, 206, 208, 302, CHEM 103, ENGL 150, NURS 100, 105, 106, 206, 210, 307, PSYC 101, current AHA Healthcare Provider or equivalent certification, and proof of dosage calculation competency. Prerequisite or co-requisite: INFM 160, NURS 207. If for any reason enrollment in INFM 160 and NURS 207 is terminated when taking concurrently, this course will be dropped with all policies relating to a withdrawn course applicable.
This course focuses on complex health alterations occurring across the life span. Emphasis is placed on increased accountability in decision making and collaboration with other members of the health care team. Students study the principles of management and gain valuable experience providing care to multiple and physiologically unstable clients. Four hours of theory and 12 hours of laboratory per week.
NURS 210
Pharmacological Basis of Nursing Practice
3 Credit Hrs
Prerequisites: CHEM 103, MATH 100 or equivalent, NURS 100. Prerequisites or co-requisites: BIOL 206, 208 and NURS 105. If for any reason enrollment in BIOL 206, 208 or NURS 105 is terminated when taking concurrently, this course will be dropped with all policies relating to a withdrawn course applicable.
Explore the nurse's role in pharmacological therapy of individuals from infancy through adulthood.
NURS 307
Perspectives on Aging and the Older Adult
3 Credit Hrs
Prerequisites: BIOL 205, 206, 208, CHEM 103, NURS 100, 105, PSYC 101. Prerequisite or co-requisite: NURS 106 and 210 must be taken prerequisite to or concurrent with this course. If for any reason enrollment in NURS 106 and 210 are terminated when taking concurrently, this course will be dropped with all policies relating to a withdrawn course applicable.
Explores the normal process of aging and its effect on the internal and external environments of individuals. Student again experience in group process.
Philosophy
PHIL 201
Introduction to Philosophy
3 Credit Hrs
A comparative and critical study of the major philosophic positions with a view to developing the analytic, synthetic and speculative dimensions of philosophical methods.
This is a survey course providing a study of the behavior of living organisms, particularly human behavior. Typical problems are methods and measuremenst in psychology, theoretical systems, learning, motivation, perception, personality and psychopathology.
An analysis of factors that are significant in the development of people as social beings. Consideration is given to the social group and culture as factors in this process.
A student may register for directed study of a course that is listed in the catalog but not offered during a given term. Courses taught by directed study will carry the same course number as in the Cox College catalog. The title of the course will include the letters "DS". This type of enrollment should be utilized only under unusual circumstances involving progression and/or graduation. The course is usually taught to just one student.
An independent study will carry the course number 195, 295, 395 or 495. Working with a faculty member a student may initiate this course to meet his/her further study needs. This course is usually taught to one student with credit ranging from one to four hours. Each class must have a clear title that defines the course content.
Special topics with course numbers 197, 297, 397, 497 are courses with titles not listed in the current catalog; however, courses offered will be published in the schedule each semester. Special topics courses are usually taught to a group of students and have credit ranging from one to four credit hours. Special topics courses may be taken more than one time using the same course number; therefore it is important that each class has a clear title which defines course content.
