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Course ID	Course
NATS 483	NATS 483 Christian Perspectives in the Sciences: Computing Science Course Credits: 3 This is a liberal arts-oriented capstone course concerning the integration of Christianity with computing science and other disciplines taught within the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Christian beliefs are applied to an understanding and evaluation of modern science and technology. The course integrates elements of theology, history and philosophy of science, and specific topics where Christian faith and science intersect. This course consists of three parts: general topics in science, further exploration of topics for students within computing science, and student-led seminars in interdisciplinary groups. Prerequisite(s): One of RELS 110, 111, 112, or 160; completion of at least 60 sem. hrs. of study by end of preceding semester and at least 12 sem. hrs. of Computing Science
NATS 484	NATS 484 Christian Perspectives in the Sciences: Mathematics Course Credits: 3 This is a liberal arts-oriented capstone course concerning the integration of Christianity with mathematics and other disciplines taught within the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Christian beliefs found in Scripture are applied to an understanding and evaluation of modern science and technology. The course integrates elements of theology, history and philosophy of science, and specific topics where Christian faith and science intersect. This course consists of three parts: general topics in science, further exploration of topics for students within Mathematics, and student-led seminars in interdisciplinary groups. Prerequisite(s): One of RELS 110, 111, 112, or 160; completion of at least 60 sem. hrs. of study by end of preceding semester and at least 12 sem. hrs. of Mathematics NB: Not offered every year.
NURS 113	NURS 113 Clinical Skills I Course Credits: 2 This course focuses on knowledge and laboratory practice of clinical skills related to the basic nursing care of individuals. Includes introduction to nursing process and basic nursing concepts. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program Co-requisite(s): NURS 114 NB: Pass/Fail course
NURS 114	NURS 114 Introduction to the Profession of Nursing Course Credits: 3 This course introduces students to the foundational knowledge, skills, reasoning, and values required to embody the professional identity of a nurse in the provision of collaborative, safe, competent, ethical, compassionate and evidence-informed person-centered care. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program Co-requisite(s): NURS 113
NURS 123	NURS 123 Clinical Skills II Course Credits: 2 This course builds on knowledge and laboratory practice of clinical skills related to the basic nursing care of individuals. It focuses on knowledge, clinical and health assessment skills, including biological, psychological, social and spiritual dimensions of health. It emphasizes techniques to gather health related data, including taking a health history and performing a physical examination, with the purpose of identifying patient care needs and formulating a plan of care. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of 1st semester of Bachelor of Science in Nursing program NB: Pass/Fail course
NURS 124	NURS 124 Communication & Covenantal Caring Course Credits: 2 This course explores the concepts of communication and collaboration with an emphasis on the skills and competencies nurses require to build strong interpersonal relationships with patients, interprofessional teams, and colleagues. Covenantal caring as foundational to interpersonal relationships and the influence of Christian values and beliefs are explored. Prerequisite(s): NURS 113, 114
NURS 137	NURS 137 Indigenous Health Course Credits: 3 This course provides an overview of traditional views of Indigenous health, and the health inequities that followed from colonization. Decolonization and reconciliation are framed through a health promotion lens, with nursing responses to the determinants of Indigenous health through respectful partnerships with Indigenous communities. Through experiential learning, students are introduced to Indigenous ways of knowing, learning, and teaching to promote integration of cultural safety, cultural humility and anti-racism when working with Indigenous population groups. Prerequisite(s): NURS 113, 114
NURS 200	NURS 200 Nursing Therapeutics I Course Credits: 3 This course introduces nursing therapeutics interventions by the nurse in the care of well and ill persons. Emphasis is on nutritional and pharmacological interventions and related education in the context of care of adults and older adults. Prerequisite(s): 100-level nursing courses and other non-nursing prerequisites designated on curricular pattern
NURS 212	NURS 212 Nursing Care of Older Adults Course Credits: 3 This course focuses on nursing care of older adults from a positive aging perspective. Emphasis is on the nursing process considering physiological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of health, well-being, and common chronic conditions. Prerequisite(s): 100-level nursing courses and other non-nursing prerequisites designated on curricular pattern Co-requisite(s): NURS 213

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