May 02, 2024

2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog

2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction

Courses numbered 0 to 99 are developmental and credits may not be used to satisfy degree requirements. Courses numbered 1000 to 1099, freshman; 2000 to 2099, sophomore; 3000 to 3099, junior; 4000 to 4099, senior; 5000 to 5099, graduate; 6000 to 7099, graduate courses beyond the master’s level. Where indicated, certain 4000-level courses are accepted for graduate credit.

The number after each course title indicates the semester hours credit. CR(credit) or NC (no credit) after a course title indicates a pass/fail course with no semester hours credit.

An abbreviation following a course description indicates the semester or summer term the course will normally be offered: F-fall semester; Sp-spring semester; Sum-entire summer session; Sum I - first summer term; Sum II - second summer term. The word “even” or “odd” follows the description of a course which is offered only in alternate years.

Students may not enroll in more than one section of the same course specified in the University catalog without approval of the Registrar. Students who register for more than one section of the same course may be arbitrarily dropped from one of the sections without notice.

Class pre-requisites must be completed as prescribed by the most current catalog, regardless of the catalog or curriculum in effect for any student. Students who do not meet course qualifications or who have not completed pre-requisites for a course may be arbitrarily dropped without notice.

The courses that are listed in this catalog may be offered for credit in a variety of formats, including electronically mediated teaching.

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Music Education
	MSED 4017 - General Music Program in Elementary and Secondary Schools 3 cr. Detailed consideration of the general music program, with special attention given to materials and methods of teaching. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4019 - The Marching Band 3 cr. Fundamentals organization, precision drill and pageantry; charting and rehearsal procedures and musical problems. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4020 - Drill Design Techniques 3 cr. A course designed to provide advanced drill design techniques including music analysis, interpretive writing, horn placement, drill teaching techniques, and element correlation. Prerequisite(s): MSED 4019 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4024 - Methods, Materials, and Administration of Instrumental Music 3 cr. Methods of organizing and materials available for teaching instrumental music. Emphasis is also placed on classroom and rehearsal management, organization, personnel, scheduling, and equipment. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4054 - Multicultural Music Education 1 cr. Overview and application of characteristics of music from other cultures. Course explores the role of music in the social life of all cultures. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4055 - Student Teaching in Vocal Music 6, 9, 12 cr. Must be admitted to Teacher Education. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4056 - Student Teaching in Instrumental Music 6, 9, 12 cr. Must be admitted to Teacher Education. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4090 - Choral Repertoire 3 cr. A survey of the choral octavo literature at the high school through collegiate level; in conjunction with selection of materials and programming. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4091 - Introductory Workshop in Orff-Schulwerk 3 cr. Basic Orff-Schulwerk techniques, including body movement, soprano recorder, percussion, vocal performance, improvisation, and arranging. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4092 - Intermediate Workshop in Orff-Schulwerk 3 cr. Intermediate level Orff-Schulwerk techniques, including modal harmonization, irregular rhythms, alto recorder performances, and more extensive improvisation and arranging. Prerequisite(s): MSED 4091 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4093 - Advanced Workshop in Orff-Schulwerk 3 cr. Advanced Orff-Schulwerk techniques including original composition, complex form, movement, and instrumental arrangements, tenor and bass recorder performances, and advanced improvisation. Prerequisite(s): MSED 4092 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4095 - The Use Of Musical Instruments in General Music Education 3 cr. A course designed to provide basic playing ability of the following instruments: autoharp, melody bells, recorder, guitar, piano, dulcimer, and the various Orff melodic and percussion instruments. Prerequisite(s): MSED 3022 or MSED 3035 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4096 - The Advanced Use of Musical Instruments in General Music Education 3 cr. Course designed to improve the students playing proficiency on the following classroom instruments: guitar, recorder, autoharp, melody bells, dulcimer, piano, and the various Orff melodic and percussion instruments. Prerequisite(s): MSED 4095 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
Nursing
	NURS 2000 - Nursing Concepts 2 cr. Introduction to nursing concepts, including school philosophy, objectives, and the curriculum framework. The major component of the framework being the nursing process, human needs, levels of health intervention, and objectives. Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in: BIOL 1014 , BIOL 1015 , BIOL 1016 , BIOL 1017 , BIOL 2014 , BIOL 2015 , BIOL 2028 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2002 - Transitions in Nursing 2 cr. An introduction to professional nursing and concepts related to role socialization and transition. Includes clinical/laboratory experience with emphasis on the nursing process, major nursing theories, and trends and issues in nursing. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the coordinator. For Licensed Practical Nurses only. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2003 - Health Assess RN to BSN 3 cr. This course emphasizes the theoretical concepts of holistic health and the role that physical assessment plays in evaluation of those concepts for the professional nurse. In addition, physical assessment is stressed as one data gathering technique within the Nursing Process. The human being is viewed from a total person approach. Assessment throughout the age continuum is applied at the level of health maintenance and health promotion. Prerequisite(s): An unencumbered, active Louisiana registered nurse license. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2004 - Health Assessment 3 cr. Basic techniques essential to the assessment of health status in the individual across the life span. Prerequisite(s): Registration or credit in NURS 2009 or NURS 2002 , and NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 and NURS 2080 or current Registered Nurse Licensure. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2009 - Fundamentals of Professional Nursing Practice 7 cr. This combined theory and clinical course introduces the student to safe patient-centered care, communication, and psychomotor nursing skills to promote and maintain health. Students identify basic human needs and provide nursing care to 1-2 patients in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2000 , NURS 2080 . Registration or credit in NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , and NURS 2013 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2011 - Introduction to Gerontological Nursing 2 cr. In this course, students will differentiate between normal aging changes and those resulting from lifestyle choices and disease processes. Students address common health issues of older adults such as hyperpharmacy, immobility, and nutritional deficits. Students will explore personal and societal attitudes toward aging. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2000 and NURS 2080 . Registration or credit in NURS 2004 , NURS 2013 , and NURS 2009 or NURS 2002 or NURS 2020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2012 - Gerontology and Genomics for RN to BSN 3 cr. In this course, professional nursing students will differentiate between normal aging changes and those resulting from lifestyle choices and disease processes. Students address common health issues of older adults such as hyperpharmacy, immobility, and nutritional deficits. Students will explore personal and societal attitudes toward aging. The course will prepare professional nursing students by reinforcing the basic principles of genetics and disease while exploring new advances and discussing how these advances will affect health care. Prerequisite(s): An unencumbered, active Louisiana registered nurse license. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2013 - Computing for Nurses 1 cr. Students in this course will access and evaluate electronic sources of healthcare information, discuss technological innovations in healthcare, explore the nurse’s role in development and use of technology and information management systems, and examine the relationship of technology to quality patient care and safety. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2000 and NURS 2080 . Registration or credit in NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , and NURS 2009 or NURS 2002 or NURS 2020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2014 - Computing for Nurses for RN to BSN 2 cr. Professional nursing students in this course will access and evaluate electronic sources of healthcare information, discuss technological innovations in healthcare, explore the nurse’s role in development and use of technology and information management systems, and examine the relationship of technology to quality patient care and safety. Prerequisite(s): An unencumbered, active Louisiana registered nurse license. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2020 - Professional Nursing Concepts 3 cr. A transitional course to advance the registered nurse’s career in the professional role. Prerequisite(s): Registration or credit in NURS 2014 ; current RN licensure. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2070 - Principles of Pharmacology for RN to BSN 3 cr. This course will introduce professional nursing students to basic pharmacologic principles, therapeutics, classification, effects and basic mechanisms of drug action, in addition to illustrating the healthcare professional’s role in applying the knowledge of drugs to patient care. Prerequisite(s): An unencumbered, active Louisiana registered nurse license. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 2080 - Basic Principles of Pharmacology 3 cr. An introduction to basic pharmacological principles, therapeutics, classifications, effects, and mechanisms of drug action. Emphasis is placed on the application of knowledge of drugs used in patient care settings by health care professionals. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1014 , BIOL 1015 , BIOL 1016 , and BIOL 1017 or BIOL 1020 . (Formerly PHAR 2080) Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3009 - Adult Health Nursing 1 8 cr. This combined theory and clinical course focuses on safe patient care for adults with acute and chronic diseases. Designed to integrate concepts related to commonly occurring health issues in individuals and their designees, the course will allow the student to provide care to one or two adult patients in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2004 , NURS 2009 , NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 . Registration or credit in NURS 3011 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3010 - Mental Health Nursing 3 cr. This course focuses on safe, patient centered care for adults with mental illness. Designed to integrate concepts related to commonly occurring mental health issues in individuals and their designees, this course will allow the student to provide care to one or two adult patients in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 , and NURS 2009 or NURS 2002 . Registration or credit in: NURS 3011 , and NURS 3009 or NURS 3012 , NURS 3013 , and NURS 3014 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3011 - Nursing Synthesis 1 1 cr. This introductory synthesis course will focus on building overall critical thinking and test taking skills to minimize test anxiety and develop effective study habits to enhance student success. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 , and NURS 2009 or NURS 2002 . Registration or credit in: NURS 3009 or NURS 3012 , NURS 3013 , and NURS 3014 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3012 - Adult Health 1 Theory 4 cr. This theory course for licensed practical nurses (LPN) focuses on concepts of safe patient centered care for adults with acute and chronic diseases. This course is designed to integrate concepts related to commonly occurring health issues in individuals and their designees. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2002 , NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 , NURS 2080 and credit in NURS 2009 . Credit or registration in NURS 3010 , NURS 3013 , NURS 3014 , current Practical Nurse License in Louisiana, and a minimum of one year of acute or long-term care experience. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3013 - Adult Health 1 Practicum A 2 cr. This clinical course for licensed practical nurses (LPN) focuses on safe patient centered care for adults with acute and chronic diseases. This course is designed to integrate concepts related to commonly occurring health issues in individuals and their designees. The course will allow the student to provide care to one or two adult patients in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2002 , NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 , NURS 2080 , and credit in NURS 2009 . Credit or registration in NURS 3012 , NURS 3014 , and NURS 3010 , current Practical Nurse Licensure in Louisiana, and one year of acute or long-term care experience. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3014 - Adult Health 1 Practicum B 2 cr. This clinical course for licensed practical nurses (LPN) focuses on safe patient centered care for adults with acute and chronic diseases. Designed to integrate concepts related to commonly occurring health issues in individuals and their designees, the course will allow the student to provide care to one or two adult patients in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2002 , NURS 2004 , NURS 2011 , NURS 2013 , NURS 2080 , credit in NURS 2009 , credit or registration in NURS 3010 , NURS 3012 , NURS 3013 ; and current Practical Nurse License in Louisiana, and one year of acute or long-term care experience. Credit for NURS 3014 Adult Health 1 Practicum B will be awarded upon the successful completion of NURS 3013 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3028 - Adult Health Nursing 2 6 cr. This course focuses on safe patient centered care for adults with complex acute and chronic diseases. Designed to integrate concepts related to commonly occurring health issues in individuals and their designees, the course builds on previous nursing course work. The student will provide care for two to three adult patients in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3010 , NURS 3011 , and NURS 3009 or NURS 3012 , NURS 3013 , and NURS 3014 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3029 - Maternal Child Health Nursing 6 cr. This course presents theoretical and clinical concepts relative to the health and illness needs of families during pregnancy, childbirth, and childhood in a variety of settings. The impact of culture on the family unit, knowledge of human growth and development, safe patient-centered care, and the utilization of the nursing process are used to make evidenced-based clinical decisions and improve quality of health care. Holistic and individualized interventions incorporating informatics are utilized and evaluated to deliver optimal health care. Clinical experiences are selected to emphasize professionalism, clinical judgment, teamwork and collaboration, and clinical management skills. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3010 , NURS 3011 , and NURS 3009 or NURS 3012 , NURS 3013 , and NURS 3014 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3030 - Nursing Synthesis 2 1 cr. This course will focus on creation of student structured study plans based on self-analysis of previous testing performances to enhance student success. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3010 , NURS 3011 and NURS 3009 or NURS 3012 , NURS 3013 , and NURS 3014 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3032 - Childbearing Family Health 5 cr. Application of theoretical and clinical components relative to the health and illness of childbearing families. A progressive score in both the classroom and clinical component is needed for progression. A failure in either component will require that both components (theory and clinical) be repeated. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 , NURS 3005 or NURS 3007 and NURS 3008 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3034 - Nursing of Children 5 cr. Application of theoretical and clinical components in providing care for the child and family in health and illness in individuals and groups. A progressive score in both the classroom and clinical component is needed for progression. A failure in either component will require that both components (theory and clinical) be repeated. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 , NURS 3005 or NURS 3007 and NURS 3008 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3035 - Medical-Surgical Emergencies 3 cr. This course focuses on in-depth coverage of specific medical-surgical emergencies that a nurse may encounter outside the critical care setting. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 and NURS 3005 or NURS 3007 and NURS 3008 , or approval of Director, School of Nursing. Sum Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 3036 - Reducing Infant Mortality: The Nurse’s Role 3 cr. Addresses the impact of infant mortality on society and the needs and risks of vulnerable women of childbearing age and their infants. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 and NURS 3005 or NURS 3007 and NURS 3008 , or approval of Director, School of Nursing. Sum Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4000 - Adult Health Nursing 3 8 cr. Incorporating concepts from all previous nursing course work, this course focuses on critically ill and emergent needs of the individual. The student will provide care for two to four patients in a variety of acute care settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3028 , NURS 3029 , and NURS 3030 . Credit or registration in NURS 4002 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4001 - Nursing Research: Evidence Based Practice 3 cr. This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of evidence based practice as it is used to enhance the delivery of quality, safe patient centered care. Students will learn the basic skills needed to help them read and understand nursing research, critically appraise research evidence and use evidence to develop an evidence-based nursing practice. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2020 or (NURS 3028 , NURS 3029 , and NURS 3030 ). Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4002 - Nursing Synthesis 3 1 cr. This course will utilize case studies to optimize clinical judgment. The content of this course will build on strategies utilized in Nursing Synthesis 1 and Nursing Synthesis 2 to enhance student success on NCLEX. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3028 , NURS 3029 , and NURS 3030 . Credit or registration in NURS 4000 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4006 - Nursing Research for RN to BSN 3 cr. This course introduces the professional nursing student to the basic concepts of evidence-based practice as it is used to enhance the delivery of quality, safe patient centered care. Students will learn the basic skills needed to help them read and understand nursing research, critically appraise research evidence, and use evidence to develop an evidence-based nursing practice. Prerequisite(s): A current unencumbered, unrestricted RN license. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4026 - Research 1-3 cr., Maximum - 6 crs. Investigative study of special problems by students with particular needs in nursing education, practice, and administration. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Director, School of Nursing. (Formerly NURS 438A) Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4035 - Health Assessment and Health Maintenance of the Aging Patient 3 cr. A study to impart concepts of the nursing processes as they relate to health assessment and health maintenance of the aging person. Principles of history-taking and physical examination and assessment skills are emphasized as they pertain to the aging patient. The focus is directed toward the assessment of physiological, environmental, sociological, and psychological needs in the aging patient. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2004 Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4037 - Professional Issues and Trends 2 cr. A synthesis course designed to enhance the student’s knowledge of the demands facing professional nurses in current practice settings based on past and present events. Prerequisite(s): Completion of NURS 3023 , NURS 3025 , or NURS 2020 , NURS 4004 , NURS 4005 or approval of the Director, School of Nursing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4042 - Perioperative Nursing Science Practicum 3 cr. Clinical study designed to apply principles of preoperative, operative, and postoperative nursing skills. Supervised clinical experiences are offered in health care settings that provide surgical procedures. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 , NURS 3005 or NURS 3007 , or Registered Nurse licensure. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4043 - Oncological Nursing Through the Life Span 3 cr. Designed to expand the use of the nursing process with oncology patients. Malignant diseases most frequently occurring throughout the life cycle are studied. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 , NURS 3005 or NURS 3007 , or Registered Nurse licensure. Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4051 - Critical Care Nursing: Adult 3 cr. The indepth study of critical care aspects of nursing, including support mechanisms. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4004 , NURS 4005 , Registered Nurse license, or permission of the Director, School of Nursing. (Formerly NURS 450A) Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4062 - Community Health 3 cr. Nursing theory for individuals, families, and groups with a focus on community health. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4004 , NURS 4005 ; credit or registration in NURS 4063 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4063 - Community Practicum 2 cr. Application of nursing theory to individuals, families, and groups in the community. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4004 , NURS 4005 ; credit or registration in NURS 4062 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4064 - Nursing Management 2 cr. Management theory and principles adapted to nursing. A focus on synthesis of nursing health maintenance, restoration and reorganization. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4004 , NURS 4005 ; credit or registration in NURS 4065 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4065 - Management Practicum 4 cr. Application of management theory to the delivery of health care in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4004 , NURS 4005 ; credit or registration in NURS 4064 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4066 - Nursing Management 6 cr. This is a combined theory/clinical course that incorporate concepts from all previous nursing course work. This course focuses on utilizing management principles and skills in providing care to individuals. The student will provide care for two to four patients in a variety of acute care settings to facilitate the transition from the role of nursing student to the role of nursing professional. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4000 , NURS 4001 , and NURS 4002 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4067 - Public Health Nursing 4 cr. This course addresses the health needs of aggregates, families, and groups with a focus on public health. Students will demonstrate nursing practice applied to aggregates, families, and groups within the core public health functions of assessment, policy development and assurance. Prerequisite(s): NURS 4000 , NURS 4001 , NURS 4002 Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4076 - Nursing Management RN 2 cr. Management theory and principles for the Registered Nurse focusing on utilizing management principles and skills in providing care to individuals. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2003 , NURS 2012 , NURS 2014 , NURS 2020 ; current unencumbered, unrestricted RN license, credit or registration in NURS 4077 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4077 - Nursing Management RN Practicum 4 cr. This is a clinical course that incorporates concepts from all previous nursing course work. The RN student will complete 180 clinical hours focusing on the application of management theory for the delivery of health care in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2003 , NURS 2012 , NURS 2014 , NURS 2020 ; current unencumbered, unrestricted RN license, and credit or registration in NURS 4076 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4078 - Public Health Nursing RN 3 cr. Public health theory and principles for the RN student focusing on the health needs of aggregates, families, and groups. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2003 , NURS 2012 , NURS 2014 , NURS 2020 ; current unencumbered, unrestricted RN license, and credit or registration in NURS 4079 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4079 - Public Health Nursing RN Practicum 2 cr. RN students will demonstrate nursing practice applied to aggregates, families, and groups within the core public health functions of assessment, policy development, and assurance. Prerequisite(s): NURS 2003 , NURS 2012 , NURS 2014 , NURS 2020 ; current unencumbered, unrestricted RN license, and credit or registration in NURS 4078 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	NURS 4090 - Capstone for RN to BSN 2 cr. This course is designed to allow the nursing student the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and skills from the curriculum and integrate them into an individual capstone experience. Students develop an individualized program of study to integrate concepts/theories of the nursing program into their professional practice. Role development of the baccalaureate nurse is stressed. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration or credit in NURS 4076 , NURS 4077 , NURS 4078 , and NURS 4079 ; an unencumbered, active Louisiana registered nurse license. Click here for course scheduling information.
Occupational Therapy
	OCCT 1006 - Pathology 3 cr. Introduction to physical pathological conditions commonly encountered in the practice of occupational therapy. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Sum 2 Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 1015 - Pathology 3 cr. Introduction to mental and developmental conditions commonly encountered in the practice of occupational therapy. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. F Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2001 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy 3 cr. History and development of occupational therapy; introduction to the scope, roles, functions and treatment objectives. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Sum 2 Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2002 - Kinesiology for OTA’s 3 cr. This course will review the study of musculoskeletal system, nervous system, and human movement as it relates specifically to occupational therapy assistants. Knowledge will be applied to biomechanics using assessments and interventions such as range of motion, goniometry and manual muscle testing. This course provides a foundation for the physical dimension of occupational therapy interventions and assessments. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected); OCTA majors only. Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2004 - Pre-Clinical Lab 1 cr. Introduction to the role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant in the clinical setting and exploration of the influence of personal perspectives, social systems, and culture on health, wellness, and occupational performance across the life span. Three contact hours of lab per week. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. F Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2005 - Evaluation 3 cr. Introduction to basic evaluation techniques used in the practice of occupational therapy and the Occupational Therapy Assistant’s role in the evaluation process. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. F Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2008 - Group Process 1 cr. Basic elements of interactive processes, activity teaching and observation writing. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2010 - Health Care Systems 3 cr. Introduction to the structure and organization of health care delivery systems and basic departmental procedures. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2022 - Theory and Practice I 3 cr. Exploration of general treatment concepts and treatment approaches and techniques for the client with physical dysfunction to be performed by the Occupational Therapy Assistant. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected); OCTA majors only. OCTA majors only. F Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2025 - Theory and Practice Lab 1 cr. A laboratory course to provide enrichment to didactic coursework through directed observation and participation in selected aspects of the occupational therapy process. Three contact hours of lab per week. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2026 - Applied Laboratory 1 cr. A laboratory course which explores the application of evaluation and treatment techniques used by the Occupational Therapy Assistant. Three contact hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. F Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2028 - Pediatric Laboratory 1 cr. A laboratory course providing an opportunity for manipulation and application of treatment approaches and techniques for the client with developmental dysfunction. Three contact hours of lab per week. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected); OCTA majors only. OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2029 - Psychosocial Laboratory 1 cr. A laboratory course providing an opportunity for manipulation and application of treatment approaches and techniques for the client with psychosocial dysfunction. Three contact hours of lab per week. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2032 - Theory and Practice II – Psychosocial 2 cr. Exploration of treatment approaches and techniques for the client with psychosocial dysfunction to be performed by the Occupational Therapy Assistant. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected); OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2042 - Theory and Practice II – Developmental 2 cr. Exploration of treatment approaches and techniques for the client with developmental dysfunction to be performed by the Occupational Therapy Assistant. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected); OCTA majors only. Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2045 - Therapeutic Media 2 cr. Basic techniques and analysis of therapeutic media to be applied in occupational therapy treatment. Prerequisite(s): 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. F Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2060 - Fieldwork Practicum 3 cr. An eight-week occupational therapy experience in a ULM-approved setting with clients who have physical, developmental, or psychiatric disorders. Students receive a grade of “CR” or “F”. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Coordinator; 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Click here for course scheduling information.
	OCCT 2061 - Field Work Practicum 3 cr. An eight-week occupational therapy experience in a ULM-approved setting with clients who have physical, developmental or psychological disorders. Students receive a grade of “CR” or “F.” Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Coordinator; 2.5 overall GPA (uncorrected). OCTA majors only. Click here for course scheduling information.
Pharmacy
	PHAR 5064 - Pharmacogenetics 3 cr. This course will provide students with basic concepts in pharmacogenetics and the role of inheritance on inter-individual variation in drug response. In addition, the class will provide students with an appreciation of how pharmacogenetic and pharmacogenomic fields impact pharmaceutical care. Prerequisite(s): PHAR 5013 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4001 - Personal Growth and Development I 1 cr. First in a six-semester course sequence focusing on developing the self-awareness and emotional intelligence skills necessary for team- and practice-ready students. Credit/No Credit Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in: PHRD 4020 (ILS I) Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4002 - Principles of Drug Action I 4 cr. This course focuses on molecular-level function and processes as these relate to rational and therapeutic intervention with medicinal substances. Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in PHRD 4020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4004 - Pharmaceutical Calculations 2 cr. Fundamentals of pharmaceutical measurement and calculations. Prerequisite(s): First Year standing. Credit or registration in PHRD 4020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4008 - Pharmaceutics I 3 cr. Fundamentals of physical pharmacy and an introduction to liquid oral dosage forms. Prerequisite(s): First year standing. Credit or registration in PHRD 4020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4010 - Introduction to Pharmacy 1 cr. An introduction to the pharmacist in society, modes of pharmacy practice, historical perspectives, fundamentals of professional responsibility. Prerequisite(s): First year standing. Credit or registration in PHRD 4020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4012 - Pathophysiology I 3 cr. Students will be introduced to disease processes at a cellular level. The course will serve as an introduction to pathophysiology building on the anatomy and physiology courses that students have already completed Prerequisite(s): First year standing. Credit or registration in PHRD 4020 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4014 - Top Drugs and Medical Terminology 1 cr. Introduction to the origin and definition of medical terms used in healthcare settings. Arranged by body and organ systems with a heavy emphasis on pharmacology. Brand/Generic names, dosage forms, strengths, and therapeutic class of current top 200 drugs are covered. Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in PHRD 4020 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4020 - Integrated Lab Sequence I 1 cr. First in a six-semester longitudinal course sequence reinforcing students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for current and future pharmacy practice particularly for the community setting. Prerequisite(s): P1 standing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4021 - Personal Growth and Development II 1 cr. Second in a six-semester course sequence focusing on developing the self-awareness and emotional intelligence skills necessary for team- and practice-ready students. Credit/No Credit Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in: PHRD 4049 (ILS II) Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4027 - Principles of Drug Action II 3 cr. A continuation of PHRD 4002 . Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4002 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4029 - Pharmaceutics II 3 cr. Fundamentals of drug delivery systems. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4008 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4031 - Pharmacy Practice Ethics and Law I 2 cr. Distinguishes ethical from other kinds of issues in pharmacy, identifies options open to a pharmacist faced with an ethical issue. Students will be introduced to administrative law as it applies to the practice of pharmacy. Prerequisite(s): P1 status Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4033 - Drug Information Retrieval 3 cr. Orientation to current drug information systems, appropriate search strategies utilizing primary, secondary and tertiary resources combined with applications of common statistical tests seen in medical literature. Prerequisite(s): P1 status Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4035 - Pathophysiology II 3 cr. The student will continue to build on the knowledge from pathophysiology I as complete organ systems are introduced and the impact of diseases on this systems are studied. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4012 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4047 - Parenterals 1 cr. The course introduces the student to the pharmaceutics and clinical applications of parenterals. Topics include calculations, aseptic technique, and regulations impacting parenterals. Prerequisite(s): P2 status Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4049 - Integrated Lab Sequence II 1 cr. Second in a six-semester longitudinal course sequence reinforcing students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for current and future pharmacy practice particularly for the community setting. Prerequisite(s): P1 standing Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4050 - Community Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience 4 cr. The purpose of this course is to expose students to contemporary U.S. community practice models, including interprofessional practice involving shared patient care decision-making, professional ethics and expected behaviors, and direct patient care activities, in preparation for Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4052 - Research Methods and Literature Evaluation 3 cr. Introduction and application of basic concepts of research methodology and design needed for efficient evaluation, utilization and clinical application of medication information available in medical literature. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4033 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4056 - Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics 3 cr. The study of the interrelationship between formulation factors and pharmacokinetic aspects of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4002 , PHRD 4008 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4058 - Neurology and Psychiatry Module 5 cr. Principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, clinical pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapy (including both prescription and non-prescription medications) as they apply to neurology/psychiatric drug therapy management. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4027 , PHRD 4035 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4064 - Therapeutics I 6 cr. Principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, clinical pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapy (including both prescription and non-prescription medications where applicable) as they apply to drug therapy management of disease. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4027 PHRD 4035 Click here for course scheduling information.
	PHRD 4070 - Integrated Lab Sequence III 1 cr. Third in a six-semester longitudinal course sequence reinforcing students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for current and future pharmacy practice, particularly for the institutional setting. Prerequisite(s): PHRD 4049 , credit or registration in PHRD 4064 , PHRD 4072 Click here for course scheduling information.

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MSED 4017 - General Music Program in Elementary and Secondary Schools

MSED 4019 - The Marching Band

MSED 4020 - Drill Design Techniques

MSED 4024 - Methods, Materials, and Administration of Instrumental Music

MSED 4054 - Multicultural Music Education

MSED 4055 - Student Teaching in Vocal Music

MSED 4056 - Student Teaching in Instrumental Music

MSED 4090 - Choral Repertoire

MSED 4091 - Introductory Workshop in Orff-Schulwerk

MSED 4092 - Intermediate Workshop in Orff-Schulwerk

MSED 4093 - Advanced Workshop in Orff-Schulwerk

MSED 4095 - The Use Of Musical Instruments in General Music Education

MSED 4096 - The Advanced Use of Musical Instruments in General Music Education

NURS 2000 - Nursing Concepts

NURS 2002 - Transitions in Nursing

NURS 2003 - Health Assess RN to BSN

NURS 2004 - Health Assessment

NURS 2009 - Fundamentals of Professional Nursing Practice

NURS 2011 - Introduction to Gerontological Nursing

NURS 2012 - Gerontology and Genomics for RN to BSN

NURS 2013 - Computing for Nurses

NURS 2014 - Computing for Nurses for RN to BSN

NURS 2020 - Professional Nursing Concepts

NURS 2070 - Principles of Pharmacology for RN to BSN

NURS 2080 - Basic Principles of Pharmacology

NURS 3009 - Adult Health Nursing 1

NURS 3010 - Mental Health Nursing

NURS 3011 - Nursing Synthesis 1

NURS 3012 - Adult Health 1 Theory

NURS 3013 - Adult Health 1 Practicum A

NURS 3014 - Adult Health 1 Practicum B

NURS 3028 - Adult Health Nursing 2

NURS 3029 - Maternal Child Health Nursing

NURS 3030 - Nursing Synthesis 2

NURS 3032 - Childbearing Family Health

NURS 3034 - Nursing of Children

NURS 3035 - Medical-Surgical Emergencies

NURS 3036 - Reducing Infant Mortality: The Nurse’s Role

NURS 4000 - Adult Health Nursing 3

NURS 4001 - Nursing Research: Evidence Based Practice

NURS 4002 - Nursing Synthesis 3

NURS 4006 - Nursing Research for RN to BSN

NURS 4026 - Research

NURS 4035 - Health Assessment and Health Maintenance of the Aging Patient

NURS 4037 - Professional Issues and Trends

NURS 4042 - Perioperative Nursing Science Practicum

NURS 4043 - Oncological Nursing Through the Life Span

NURS 4051 - Critical Care Nursing: Adult

NURS 4062 - Community Health

NURS 4063 - Community Practicum

NURS 4064 - Nursing Management

NURS 4065 - Management Practicum

NURS 4066 - Nursing Management

NURS 4067 - Public Health Nursing

NURS 4076 - Nursing Management RN

NURS 4077 - Nursing Management RN Practicum

NURS 4078 - Public Health Nursing RN

NURS 4079 - Public Health Nursing RN Practicum

NURS 4090 - Capstone for RN to BSN

OCCT 1006 - Pathology

OCCT 1015 - Pathology

OCCT 2001 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy

OCCT 2002 - Kinesiology for OTA’s

OCCT 2004 - Pre-Clinical Lab

OCCT 2005 - Evaluation

OCCT 2008 - Group Process

OCCT 2010 - Health Care Systems

OCCT 2022 - Theory and Practice I

OCCT 2025 - Theory and Practice Lab

OCCT 2026 - Applied Laboratory

OCCT 2028 - Pediatric Laboratory

OCCT 2029 - Psychosocial Laboratory

OCCT 2032 - Theory and Practice II – Psychosocial

OCCT 2042 - Theory and Practice II – Developmental

OCCT 2045 - Therapeutic Media

OCCT 2060 - Fieldwork Practicum

OCCT 2061 - Field Work Practicum

PHAR 5064 - Pharmacogenetics

PHRD 4001 - Personal Growth and Development I