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    Apr 25, 2024  
Lee University Catalog 2018-2019 
    
Lee University Catalog 2018-2019 [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


 

Music-Theory

  
  • MUST 122 - Aural Skills II


    Further practice and training in application of aural skills. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-111 and MUST-112

    Credit Hours: 1
    Notes
    Requires co-requisite enrollment in MUST-121.
  
  • MUST 231 - Music Theory III


    Continued study of the materials of music emphasizing writing and analysis of chromatic harmonies. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-121 and MUST-122

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    Requires co-requisite enrollment in MUST-232.
  
  • MUST 232 - Aural Skills III


    Further practice and training in application of aural and sightsinging skills; special emphasis is given to chromaticism, triplets, and sequences. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-121, MUST-122, and MUSG-111 or their equivalents.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Notes
    Requires co-requisite enrollment in MUST-231.
  
  • MUST 241 - Music Theory IV


    Continued study of the materials of music including an introduction to counterpoint, form and 20th-century techniques. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-231 and MUST-232

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    Requires co-requisite enrollment in MUST-242.
  
  • MUST 242 - Aural Skills IV


    Further practice and training in application of aural skills. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-231 and MUST-232

    Credit Hours: 1
    Notes
    Requires co-requisite enrollment in MUST-241.
  
  • MUST 250 - Introduction to Composition


    Applied composition and arranging for the music major.

     

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of C in MUST 231 & MUST 232; Permission of instructor

    Credit Hours: 1-2

  
  • MUST 311 - Form and Analysis


    Building on the knowledge and skills learned in the first and second years of music theory, this course identifies the techniques utilized in analysis of standard musical forms and leads to application of those techniques to representative musical examples. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-243 and MUST-244

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Fall Semester
  
  • MUST 341 - Orchestration and Arranging


    An introduction to the principles of scoring for instruments of band and orchestra, including range, technique, timbre and transposition, applying them to arranging for church and educational ensembles. A grade of “C-” is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of “C-” in MUST-241 and MUST-242 (or MUSB-243 and MUSB-244), or permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Fall semester
  
  • MUST 351 - Techniques of Composition


    A course designed to survey the compositional disciplines of the 20th Century. Includes extensive listening and score study.

    Prerequisites
    A minimum grade of C in MUST-231 and MUST-232

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Spring Semester
  
  • MUST 401-403 - Special Topics in Music Theory


    A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topic changes to meet student demand and interest.

    Prerequisites
    Permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
  
  • MUST 500 - Music Theory Review


    A course designed to assist the entering graduate student to prepare for the study of music theory at the graduate level. Grading for this course is PASS/FAIL. Credit does not apply toward master’s degree in music.

    Prerequisites
    Graduate Music Theory Placement Exam.

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Every Fall and Summer semesters
  
  • MUST 501-503 - Special Topics in Music Theory


    A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topics will change to meet students demand and interests.
     

    Prerequisites
    Permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
  
  • MUST 505 - Aural Skills Review


    This course is designed to remediate entering graduate students in the areas of aural skills, including audiation, dictation, and sight-singing.  Graded on a pass/fail basis, credit for the course does not apply toward a graduate degree in music.

    Prerequisites
    Graduate Music Theory Placement Exam

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Fall Semester
  
  • MUST 522 - Concepts of Analysis


    A study of analytic systems and concepts appropriate to the various styles of the standard repertoire of Western music. Emphasis is placed on non-surface phenomena and comprehensive analysis strategies that build on undergraduate study of music theory.

    Prerequisites
    MUST-500, MUST-505, and MUHL-510 or equivalent. 

     

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Spring Semester

  
  • MUST 541 - Orchestration


    A detailed study of instruments of the orchestra including: range, technique, timbre, transposition, and orchestration. Study of various principles of arranging for church instrumental ensembles.

    Prerequisites
    MUST-341 or equivalent.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • MUST 550 - Applied Comp/Arranging


    Applied music intended for all graduate students who are working towards an emphasis in applied music and taking lessons with their Primary instrument. Enrollment for 4 credit hours is permitted only for students admitted to the Master of Music Performance degree.

     

    Prerequisites
    Permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1 - 4


Music-Worship

  
  • MUSC 112AP - Introduction to Music Ministry


    This course is designed to provide you with an overview of the ministry of music in a local church. It will also introduce you to the roles and responsibilities of the music minister/worship leader. In addition you will be able to examine and evaluate the design, administration and use of resources enabling you to develop and maintain a complete church music ministry. 
     

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • MUSC 213AP - Music Ministry Leadership


    A study of the administrative and pastoral roles of the minister of music in a fully developed music program at the local level.

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • MUSC 311AP - Congregational Song


    A survey of the various periods and styles of hymnody in the history of the Western church; and a study of the role of congregational singing and worship.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • MUSC 312AP - Aspects of Leading Music for Worship


    This course provides students opportunity to study the components of an effective contemporary church music ministry. Emphasis is placed on the importance and use of music in worship. Concepts of worship forms, styles and support are reviewed. Attention is also given to music ministry in the education, evangelism and nurturing activities of the church.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • MUSC 402AP - Special Topics in Church Music


    A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topic will change to meet student demand and interest.

    Prerequisites
    Permission from the instructor.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • MUSC 414 - Concepts and Models of Music in Worship


    This course is designed to discuss concepts, models, and current uses of music in worship from an informed perspective of its biblical, theological, and historical foundations.

    Prerequisites
    MUSW-223 & MUSW-311

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • MUSW 112 - Introduction to Music Ministry


    A course designed to provide the student with an overview of the essentials of local church ministry and to acquaint him/her with the music ministry profession. The course includes observation of local church music programs and interviews with the music ministers from various denominational traditions and church sizes.
     

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Every Semester
  
  • MUSW 213 - Music Ministry Leadership


    A study of the administrative, pastoral, and worship-leading roles of the minister of music in a fully developed music program at the local level.

    Prerequisites
    MUSC-112

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Fall Semester
  
  • MUSW 223 - Aspects of Leading Music for Worship (with Lab)


    A course designed to acquaint students with the skills for successful church music arranging with emphasis on practical application and adaptability to various situations. Special attention is given to techniques for arranging or adapting music for ensembles with limited instrumentation and/or personnel. Requires co-requisite enrollment in MUSW-223L.

    Prerequisites
    MUSW-112; a minimum grade of C in MUST-121, and MUST-122

    Credit Hours: 2, plus required 1 hour co-requisite Lab
    When Offered
    Spring Semester
  
  • MUSW 311 - Congregational Song


    A survey of the various periods and styles of hymnody in the history of the Western church; and a study of the role of congregational singing and worship.

    Prerequisites
    MUSW-112 and MUHL-212.

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Fall Semester
    This course is also available as MUSC-311AP for students in a Division of Adult Learning program.
  
  • MUSW 313 - Guitar for Music & Worship


    This course is designed to prepare students for playing acoustic guitar in worship settings that use popular/commercial music styles. Emphasis will be given to skills needed for playing from lead sheets and with other instruments in contemporary bands.

    Prerequisites
    TBA

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • MUSW 315 - Music Conference


    A course that involves a variety of workshops at music conferences where students participate in charismatic and evangelical worship service traditions as well as other contemporary forms of praise and worship. Individual workshops typically address current issues in sacred music, along with sessions on technique. Conferees attend numerous music-reading sessions. Evening concerts demonstrate the integration of materials, techniques and philosophy of worship. Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites
    None.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • MUSW 321 - Philosophy of Music and Worship


    A course designed to discuss current issues/trends and philosophies in worship music from an informed perspective of the biblical and historical foundations of church music. To assist students in the development of their own philosophy of music ministry, the course will include discussion, observation and evaluation of church services and student-led music experiences.

    Prerequisites
    MUSW-213, MUSW-223 and MUSW-311.

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Spring Semester
  
  • MUSW 390 - Seminar in Songwriting


    This course will explore the basic rudiments and techniques of songwriting. Students will be equipped with tools to help them create original compositions from start to finish, learning step-by-step how to compose a lyric and melody and complete a composition according to music industry standards. The course will also explore the music business, looking into such areas as publishing, copyrights, performance rights organizations, and other careers related to music business and the music ministry.

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Spring Semester
  
  • MUSW 401-403 - Special Topics in Music & Worship


    Courses presenting various topics and research concerns. The topic will change to meet student demand and interest.

    Prerequisites
    Permission from the instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
  
  • MUSW 431 - Rehearsal Techniques for Ministry


    A survey of practical considerations for working with choral groups, with emphasis on: rehearsal planning and score preparation; problem-solving strategies for choral tone, diction, choral blend, and intonation; the development of choral musicianship and selection of repertoire. Importance is given to the development of church choral organizations.

    Prerequisites
    MUCO-331 or MUCO-332

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Fall Semester
  
  • MUSW 492 - Music & Worship Internship I


    This course is designed to provide the Music and Worship major with practical experience in a local church under the supervision of his major professor and a practicing professional. The student will observe and participate in the church’s music ministry.

    Prerequisites
    MUSW-213, MUSW-311 and Approval of Faculty Committee

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • MUSW 493 - Music & Worship Internship II


    This course is designed to provide the Music and Worship major with optional additional practical experience in a local church under the supervision of his major professor and a practicing professional.

    Prerequisites
    MUSW-492 and approval of Faculty Committee.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • MUSW 495 - Senior Seminar in Music (Capstone)


    Examines the roles of music in the Christian life and contemporary life in general.  The potential professional music performer, teacher, church musician, administrator, and others in the music professions will explore ways to integrate principles of Christian faith and learning into their professions and everyday lives.

    Prerequisites
    MUST-242 or MUSB-244, THEO-231, and MUHL-212 & 312.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • MUSW 497 - Senior Project


    Newly approved course for Music & Worship students - syllabus under development.

    Prerequisites
    TBA

    Credit Hours: 0
  
  • MUSW 501-503 - Special Topics in Music & Worship


    Courses presenting various topics and research concerns. The topics will change to meet student demand and interests. Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites
    Permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    When Offered
    Every semester
  
  • MUSW 511 - Congregational Song


    A survey of the various periods and styles of hymnody in the history of the Western church; textual analysis; and a study of the role of congregational singing in worship. This study includes the traditional historical hymns as well as recent developments in congregational singing and worship.

    Prerequisites
    Permission of instructor. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Fall semester
  
  • MUSW 515 - Music Conference


    This elective course allows credit to be received at one of a number of music conferences from which the student may choose in consultation with the Director of Graduate Studies in Music.

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Every semester
  
  • MUSW 517 - Congregational Worship


    A course designed to provide students with an in-depth study of corporate worship, giving attention to the theological foundations of music in worship, the function of music in worship, the role of the worship leader, the practical elements of creativity in worship design and the production of materials for congregational worship in evangelical and Pentecostal church services.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Spring semester
  
  • MUSW 518 - History of Church Music


    A course designed to provide students with an overview of the historical church traditions (from Hebrew to contemporary) and to demonstrate the influence of these traditions on the music of the evangelical and Pentecostal church.

    Prerequisites
    MUHL-500 or equivalent

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Spring semester
  
  • MUSW 519 - Seminar in Music and Worship


    This course is intended to give the student an opportunity to explore current trends and practical matters of church music ministry.

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Spring Semester.
  
  • MUSW 520 - Music & Worship Literature/Sources


    An overview of sacred literature from the major periods of church music history with selected representative composers and their works from each period. This will include a significant section on contemporary sacred literature for the church and school.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    Fall semester.
  
  • MUSW 530 - Philosophy and Worldview for the Christian Musician


    This course examines the roles of music in the Christian life and in the life of the Christian musician in particular. The potential music performer, music teacher, church musician, administrator and others in the music professions will explore ways to integrate principles of Christian faith and learning into their professions. Each will address the refinement of their existing personal philosophy of music to become consistent in attitude and performance.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into program/permission of instructor

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Fall semester
  
  • MUSW 590 - Seminar in Songwriting


    This course will explore the basic rudiments and techniques of songwriting. Students will be equipped with tools to help them create original compositions from start to finish, learning step-by-step how to compose a lyric and melody and complete a composition according to music industry standards. The course will also explore the music business, looking into such areas as publishing, copyrights, performance rights organizations, and other careers related to music business and the music ministry.

    Prerequisites
    None.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Spring Semester
  
  • MUSW 592 - Music & Worship Internship


    A course designed to give graduate students an opportunity to interact with a competent music minister in all areas of church music ministry. The student will be given opportunities to increase his/her knowledge and skill levels in areas of interpersonal relationships, administration, leadership and planning, as well as musicianship.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Every semester
  
  • MUSW 595 - Graduate Worship Festival


    A course which gives the student a choice of vehicles for demonstrating mastery of the goals of his/her degree program. The work of the student will be closely directed and supervised by the Final Project Committee Chair/primary applied instructor. Only one Worship Festival per semester.

    Prerequisites
    Permission of Graduate Program Director.

    Credit Hours: 2
    When Offered
    All Semesters

Nursing

  
  • NURS 100 - Nursing Concepts and Competence in Professional Practice


    Introduces and prepares the student for a nursing curriculum that uses concepts, case-based exemplars, intervention competencies, intentional direct client care and integrative clinical experiences for teaching-learning.  Historical and current trends in healthcare and nursing practice are discussed and the model of client-centered care is presented and explored.  Competency lab and seminar requirements for progression throughout the nursing program will be outlined and discussed.

    Prerequisites
    Pre-Nursing or Nursing Major

    Credit Hours: 2 (2-0-0)
  
  • NURS 102 - Competency Lab and Seminar I


    This lab and seminar focuses on relevant nursing knowledge and student competency at a beginning level for a specified set of identified abilities necessary for professional nursing practice. 

    Prerequisites
    Pre-Nursing or Nursing Major

    Pre-or co-requisite: NURS-100.

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 202 - Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Integration


    Relationships between nursing theory, practice, and research are explored.  Translation of evidence into practice is emphasized through identifying practice issues, appraising and integrating evidence and evaluation of outcomes.  The research process is presented, including protection of patient rights in research conduct.   Students begin a project that will be completed in a subsequent course relating to evidence-based practice in the clinical setting. 

    Prerequisites
    Nursing Major, MATH-161, ENGL-110.

    Pre-or co-requisite: NURS-102.

    Credit Hours: 2 (2-0-0)

  
  • NURS 204 - Competency Lab and Seminar II


    This lab and seminar builds on relevant nursing knowledge and student competency achieved in NURS-102.  Continued focus on a specified set of identified abilities necessary for professional nursing practice.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major

    Pre-or co-requisites: HSCI-293, PSYC-260, NURS-102.

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 207 - Integrative Pathophysiology/Pharmacology I


    This is the first of two courses focusing on pathophysiological and pharmacologic concepts foundational to professional nursing practice.  Concepts and processses are explored, integrated, and applied to professional nursing practice. Mechanisms and theories related to development of disease and alterations in body function of individuals across the lifespan are addressed. Pharmacologic approaches aimed at health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment of alterations of health are discussed.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, CHEM-101, HSCI-293

    Pre- or co-requisites: HSCI-250

    Credit Hours: 3 (3-0-0)

  
  • NURS 209 - Integrative Pathophysiology/Pharmacology II


    The second of two courses focusing on pathophysiological and pharmacological concepts foundational to professional nursing practice. This course builds on acquired knowledge by application obtained in NURS-207. Pathophysiological and pharmacological processes used for client application across the lifespan are studied. There is a focus on continued development of critical thinking and clinical reasoning in the nurse generalist role of engaging in medication administration, patient safety, and quality.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-207

     

    Credit Hours: 3 (3-0-0)

  
  • NURS 210 - Integrative Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning


    This course prepares students to use the nursing process and to provide holistic assessment of individuals across the lifespan.  Obtaining a health history, conducting a physical assessment and other related client assessments, and accurate documentation will occur.  Development of clinical reasoning as it pertains to deviations from the normal adult will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, HSCI-293.

    Pre-or co-requisite: NURS-204.

    Required co-requisiste: NURS-210L.

    Credit Hours: 3 (2-1-0)

  
  • NURS 210L - Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning Lab


    Practice experiences are the major component of this lab.

    Prerequisites
    Required co-requisite: NURS-210

  
  • NURS 212 - Competency Lab and Seminar III


    This lab and seminar builds on relevant nursing knowledge and student competency achieved in NURS-204.  Continued focus on building a specified set of identified abilities necessary for professional nursing practice.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major

    Pre or co-requisites: NURS-204, NURS-207, NURS-210.

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 231 - Introduction to Christian Ethics for the Nursing Profession


    A study of values and their influence on social and individual behavior.  Special emphasis is placed on the development of Christian values, congruent with the teachings of Christ, and the application of these in everyday life.  This course also addresses legal, ethical, economic, political, and moral responsibilities for holistic professional nursing practice.  Such value-based behaviors as human dignity, integrity, social justics, and professional care of patients will be considered.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, BIBL-110 and 111, THEO-230, NURS-102.

    Credit Hours: 3 (3-0-0)
    Notes
    Fulfills THEO-231 requirement in the religion core.
  
  • NURS 300 - Clinical Pathways of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Across the Continuum of Care I


    This course addresses beginning concepts of health promotion and disease prevention as applied to healthy individuals across the age continuum.  Health concepts, risk factors for disease and illness including the influence of genetics, and practice related to immunizations and screenings will be explored.  Safe practice will be emphasized.  Self-health will also be addressed.  Clients studied include children, adults, older adults, and women/families experiencing a normal pregnancy.  This course includes didactic and practice experiences. Practice experiences include the use of therapeutic communication skills and select core nursing skills.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-207, NURS-210 and NURS-212.

    Credit Hours: 5 (3-0-2)

  
  • NURS 302 - Introduction to Leadership in Professional Practice


    This is an introductory course designed to provide a foundation for developing leadership abilities as a healthcare professional. Responsibilities related to safety and quality improvement practices will be a major focus.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-102

    Credit Hours: 2 (2-0-0)
    Notes
    Designed for Nursing majors. Also offered as DHMM-302 for Disaster Mission Management and Healthcare Administration majors.
  
  • NURS 304 - Clinical Pathways of Chronic Illness Across the Continuum of Care


    This course presents common chronic illnesses that affect clients across the lifespan, leading the client to intersect with multidisciplinary team members within a variety of healthcare settings.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-207, NURS-210, NURS-212

    Pre-or co-requisites: NURS-209, NURS-300, NURS-302, NURS-306

    Credit Hours: 5 (3-0-2)

  
  • NURS 306 - Competency Lab and Seminar IV


    This course expands relevant nursing knowledge and student competency achieved in NURS-212, intending to prepare the student for clinical practice at a beginning level with healthy persons.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-212, NURS-300

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 308 - Clinical Pathways and Management of Common Acute Episodes


    This course and focuses on common medical illnesses and surgeries and their related clinical nursing care.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-209, NURS-300, NURS-304, NURS-306

    Pre-or co-requisites: NURS-231, NURS-314

    Credit Hours: 5 (3-0-2)

  
  • NURS 310 - Post-Acute Management


    This pathway follows the progression of clients/patients post-surgically and post-illnesses.  The focus in this pathway is assisting clients with successful management of health situation and prevention of readmission.  Basic transitional care introduced in an earlier course about pathways of chronic illness will be addressed in an increasingly complex manner.  This course includes didactic and practice experiences.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-304

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-308, NURS-314.

    Credit Hours: 4 (2-0-2)

  
  • NURS 312 - Multi-Dimensional Care in Special Circumstances


    This course addresses holistic needs of individuals and families involved in sensitive healthcare situations and areas, such as oncology, hospice, imminent death, unexpected death, palliative care, and end-of-life care.  Self-care and renewal for the practicing professional nurse is also addressed.  This course includes didactic and practice experiences.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-209, NURS-304, NURS-314.

    Credit Hours: 3 (2-0-1)

  
  • NURS 314 - Competency Lab and Seminar V


    This lab and seminar builds on relevant nursing knowledge and student competency achieved in NURS-306.  There is a continued focus on a specified set of increasingly complex, identified abilities necessary for professional nursing practice.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-300

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-304, NURS-306

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 400 - Evidence-Based Practice in the Clinical Setting


    This course applies previously acquired knowledge and research skills to guide nursing practice in the professional healthcare setting. Students will complete evidence-based project that began in NURS-202.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-202

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-308, NURS-310

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 402 - Pathways of Complex Acuity


    This course prepares the student to care for severely compromised, ill, and critically injured clients across the lifespan in emergency and critical care settings.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-312

    Pre- or co-requisistes: NURS-308, NURS-310, NURS-406

    Credit Hours: 5 (3-0-2)

  
  • NURS 404 - Leadership and Professional Practice


    Expanding concepts covered in previous courses, students progress into the more complex role of designer / manager / coordinator of care.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-302

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-308, NURS-310

    Credit Hours: 3 (2-0-1)

  
  • NURS 406 - Competency Lab and Seminar VI


    This course expands on relevant nursing knowledge and student competency achieved in NURS-314 with a continued focus on a specified set of increasingly complex, identified abilities necessary for entry into professional nursing practice.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-308, NURS-310, NURS-312, and NURS-314

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-402

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 408 - Clinical Pathways of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Across the Continuum of Care II


    Application of health promotion and disease prevention concepts are explored to prepare healthcare professionals to function in community and public health settings at the domestic and international levels.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-406; Pre-or co-requisites: NURS-402, NURS-404

    Credit Hours: 4 (2-0-2)
    Notes
    Designed for Nursing majors. Also offered as DHMM-408 for Disaster/Healthcare Mission Management majors.
  
  • NURS 412 - Immersion in Professional Nursing Practice


    Practice immersion is designed for the last semester nursing student to engage in working alongside a nurse preceptor in a setting that the student is most interested in pursuing post-graduation.  This experience allows opportunities for the student to integrate knowledge, clinical reasoning, management, and evaluation skills in professional practice similar to what graduates will encounter following licensure as a registered nurse.  Clinical management of a caseload of clients/patients will occur.  Clinical reasoning seminars will be held weekly.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-400, NURS-402, NURS-406

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-404, NURS-408, NURS-414, and NURS-495.

    Successful completion of Clinical Enrollment Ticket

    Credit Hours: 6 (1-0-5)

  
  • NURS 414 - Competency Lab and Seminar VII


    This course focuses on synthesis of relevant nursing knowledge and student competency at a comprehensive and complex level for a specified set of identified abilities necessary for entry into professional nursing practice.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-400, NURS-402, NURS-406

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-404, NURS-408, NURS-412, NURS-495.

    Credit Hours: 1 (0-1-0)

  
  • NURS 495 - Christian Faith and Ethical Practice Synthesis Seminar


    Course content is designed to engage students in reflection and discussion of complex healthcare issues. Christian faith and interprofessional practicce are integradted with Lee University core values.

    Prerequisites
    Nursing major, NURS-400, NURS-402, NURS-406

    Pre- or co-requisites: NURS-404, NURS-408, NURS-412, NURS-414

     

    Credit Hours: 2 (2-0-0)
    Notes
    This course serves as the senior capstone course and counts toward the religion core. It is designed for Nursing majors, but it also offered as DHMM-495 for Disaster/Healthcare Mission Management majors.

  
  • NURS 606 - Philosophical and Theoretical Dimensions of Nursing


    Philosophies and scientific underpinnings are explored using a synthesis of integrated knowledge. The interrelationships among science-based concepts, theories, and nursing practice at an advanced level are examined. Practical use of evidence is incorporated to investigate phenomena, to analyze, evaluate, and improve approaches to health care delivery and outcomes.

    Prerequisites
    DNP major or permission from the School of Nursing.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 608 - Biostatistics for Advanced Nursing Practice


    Focuses on understanding of biostatistics for application in advanced nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and appraisal of data analyses for the selection and use of evidence in making practical conclusions about data.

    Prerequisites
    DNP major or permission from the School of Nursing.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 610 - Advanced and Complex Pathophysiology


    Differentiates among advanced concepts of normal, altered, and pathophysiological states across the lifespan.  Applies current research-based knowledge to provide a basis for clinical decision-making in select disease states.  Analyzes physiological responses to pharmacological interventions.

    Prerequisites
    DNP major, or permission from the School of Nursing.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 612 - Advanced and Complex Pharmacology


    Presents principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacotherapeutics, and pharmacogenomics.  Major categories of commonly prescribed pharmacological agents are examined in the context of lifespan, culture, health, and disease states.  Evidence-based decision-making in relation to safety, cost effectiveness, and evaluation of individual response are explored.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-610

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 614 - Advanced Nursing Research Integration and Application


    Focuses on the steps of ethical quantitative and qualitative research and on understanding and utilizing relevant evidence-based practice for the improvement of health care outcomes.  Critical appraisal of literature with integration of research into care of individuals, families and global communities.  Practice and system problems are identified using technology and research methods to design a scholarly project.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major OR permission from School of Nursing

     

    Pre- or Co-requisites:  NURS-608

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 616 - Innovative Approaches to Health Care Informatics


    Explores information systems and technology to manage individual and aggregate levels of information.  Examines technological resources to implement quality improvement initiatives, support practice, and administrative decision making.  Designs, selects, and uses information systems/technology to evaluate and monitor outcomes.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major OR permission from School of Nursing.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • NURS 618 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning


    Focuses on development and application of advanced and comprehensive health assessment skills for patients across the lifespan.  Emphasis is placed on use of critical thinking, diagnostic reasoning, and risk assessment while monitoring the health status of individuals, families, and communities.  Includes Lab.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major OR Permission from School of Nursing; NURS-610

    Credit Hours: 4
  
  • NURS 620 - Leadership in Unique and Complex Systems


    Design, implement and evaluate healthcare delivery challenges in diverse settings and communities.  Patient safety and quality improvement outcomes are a central focus.  Business and economic principles are explored.  Application of strategic leadership principles, including accountability, adaptability, resilience, and innovative thinking leading to transformational practice.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-608, NURS-616

    Pre- or Co-Requisites:  NURS-614

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 622 - Bioethical and Legal Issues for Advanced Nursing Practice


    Integration of nursing science with ethical principles and decision-making models for the highest level of nursing practice.  Examines leadership related to legal and regulatory issues in response to emerging practice problems and ethical dilemmas.  Evaluates effective strategies to assess and manage the population and organizational risks.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major OR permission from School of Nursing

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 624 - Population and Global Health Advancement


    Integrates multidimensional evidence-based concepts to address clinical prevention and health initiatives in diverse populations.  Employs strategies to improve the health status of individuals, aggregates, and populations.  Evaluates care delivery models for gaps and barriers to health care access.  Explores emerging trends in global infectious diseases and emergency/disaster preparedness.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major OR permission from the School of Nursing

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 626 - Social Determinants of Health Care Policy


    Focuses on health care policy design, implementation, and advocacy.  Addresses issues of social justice and equity in health care.  Presents strategies for engaging in politically competent action.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-620, NURS-622

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 628 - Epidemiology for Clinical Practice


    Determinants of health and health care delivery are explored in diverse populations.  Addresses use of epidemiological principles to improve practice and health care outcomes.  Examines epidemiologic methodology relative to the measurement and control of a specific disease, injury, or event.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major, and NURS-608 OR permission from School of Nursing.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 630 - Advanced Nursing Clinical Practicum


    Designed to provide opportunity to meet practicum hour requirements when additional hours are needed.

    Prerequisites
    School of Nursing Graduate Program approval.

    Credit Hours: 1 - 4
  
  • NURS 704 - Lab Seminar for Diagnostic Reasoning with Skill Application


    Focuses on development of advanced critical thinking application for decisions related to diagnostic testing, interpretation of results, and skills.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-610, NURS-612, NURS-618

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • NURS 706 - Clinical Synthesis Inquiry I


    Translates evidence-based research from varied sources to solve practice problems and guide clinical outcomes.  Clinical scholarship and research principles are applied to formulate a feasible project proposal.

    Prerequisites
    DNP Major

     

    Pre- or Co-Requisites:  NURS-614, NURS-628

    Credit Hours: 2

  
  • NURS 708 - Advanced Family Practice Seminar I


    Focuses on health promotion and management of individuals, families, and communities experiencing uncomplicated situations across the health/illness continuum.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-610, NURS-612, NURS-618, NURS-704

    Co-requisites:  NURS-710

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 710 - Advanced Family Practice Practicum I


    Provides clinical experiences related to health promotion and management of individuals, families, and communities experiencing uncomplicated situations across the health/illness continuum.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-610, NURS-612, NURS-618, NURS-704

    Co-requisites:  NURS-708

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 712 - Clinical Synthesis Inquiry II


    Utilization of various methods of data collection, analysis, and systems thinking is explored.  Development of a strategic timeline followed by implementation of the scholarly project occurs.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-706

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 714 - Advanced Family Practice Seminar II


    Emphasizes management of increasingly complex situations across the health/illness continuum.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-708, NURS-710

    Co-requisites:  NURS-716

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 716 - Advanced Family Practice Practicum II


    Provides a practicum experience related to the management of increasingly complex situations across the health/illness continuum.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-708, NURS-710

    Co-requisites: NURS-714

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 718 - Clinical Synthesis Inquiry III


    Synthesis of the DNP candidate’s work lays the foundation for future scholarship to address gaps in emerging needs of the population.  Data analysis culminates into newly discovered quality outcomes for current health practices.  Dissemination of the scholarly project occurs.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-712

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • NURS 720 - Advanced Family Practice Seminar III


    Uses the highest levels of systems thinking and accountability to prepare for independent, entry-level advanced practice in managing multiple and complex health situations across the lifespan.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-714, NURS-716

    Co-requisites:  NURS-722

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 722 - Advanced Family Practice Practicum III


    Provides a practicum experience using the highest level of systems thinking and accountability to prepare for independent entry-level advance practice in managing multiple and complex health situations across the lifespan.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-714, NURS-716

    Co-requisite:  NURS-720

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • NURS 724 - Distinct and Innovative Practice Seminar


    Examines the contributions of the advanced practice nurse in areas of health disparities.  Rural health, domestic and global health missions, and disaster health care response are addressed.  Additional focus on telehealth and other innovative approaches to practice.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-610, NURS-612, NURS-618 or post-master’s

    Pre- or co-requisite:  NURS-628

    Credit Hours: 2

  
  • NURS 726 - Distinct and Innovative Practice Experience


    Provides delineated clinical experiences focused on a specific area of health disparities.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-724

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • NURS 728 - Role Development for Advanced Nursing Practice


    Integration of knowledge and experiences to prepare the graduate for entry into advanced nursing practice.  Use of conceptual and analytic skills to explore fiscal factors and regulatory issues related to advanced practice.  Preparation for certification and licensure is addressed.

    Prerequisites
    NURS-720, NURS-722

    Credit Hours: 3

Pastoral Ministry - (DAL)

  
  • PASM 221 - Community Service Chaplaincy


    Credit Hours: 2
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
 

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