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MIN 5090 - Geomechanics II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Extends exposure to rock mechanics from that given in MIN 467 . Topics such as mechanical support, pillar design, subsidence, caving, blasting, and modeling in mine design are considered.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 467 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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MIN 5100 - Advanced Engineering Economic Analysis 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Application of economic analysis techniques using computer spreadsheets in the comparison of engineering alternatives. Alternatives include lease vs. buy, major rebuild vs. new, optimum replacement life, project evaluation, optimum fleet sizing. A case study approach.
Prerequisite(s): EGEN 325 . Course offered on demand.
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MIN 5120 - Simulation Of Engineering Systems 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Application of computer software packages and a simulation language to evaluate system alternatives. Comprehensive evaluation of what-if alternativessuch as increased and reduced required demand on the system and the overall effect to system NPV. Evaluation of the analysis tools used in the course for strengths and shortfalls, e.g., cost, learning curve and overall effectiveness.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 305 . Course offered on demand.
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MIN 5180 - Advanced Geostatistics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers advanced topics in geostatistics such as nonlinear estimation methods and conditional simulation. Includes both theory and practical application.
Course offered on demand.
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MIN 5200 - Finite Element Method in Geomechanics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces the finite element method and elasticity as applied to underground opening design and other structural problems. The principles of elasticity are introduced and/or reviewed where appropriate, depending upon the background of the students. Various finite element codes are evaluated and utilized.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 467 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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MIN 5300 - Aggregate Mine Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Thorough coverage of the production of aggregate, including economic considerations, aggregate properties and testing, environmental and public concerns, permitting, extraction and processing, transportation, aggregrate applications, and aggregrate sampling.
Course offered on demand.
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MIN 5500 - GPS Surveying 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
Application of high resolution GPS for surveying. Theory and application of static GPS methods for baseline determination and real-time kinematics methods for rapid determination of position will be presented.
Prerequisite(s): . Course offered on demand.
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MIN 5610 - Design & Construction Of Dump Sites 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Design and construction of mine waste dumps, leach pads, tailings impoundments and similar structures.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate status. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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MIN 5750 - Tunneling & Underground Construction 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will cover the most significant aspects of tunnel and underground construction in hard rock and soft ground, including site investigation, design, construction techniques, ground support design, tunnel utilities, construction sequencing and scheduling, and costs.
Prerequisite(s): Recommended preparation MIN 467 or ECIV 486 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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MIN 5940 - Mining Engineering Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Current mining literature and mining research are discussed. Oral presentation is required. This seminar may meet with those in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Geology or Petroleum.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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MIN 5970 - Special Problems (Variable)
A special study of a particular phase of mining engineering. Supervision is to be kept to a minimum in order to foster initiative and originality. A written report of accomplishments is required.
Course offered on demand.
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MIN 5990 - Thesis Research (Variable)
An original problem is selected by the student, with the approval of the department, and is pursued until the results permit the writing and submission of a thesis.
Course generally offered year round.
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MIN 6970 - Special Topics (Variable)
Individual problems suitable for graduate study are assigned. Students submit written and oral reports for each problem.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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MIN 6990 - Dissertation (Variable)
Doctoral dissertation research activities.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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MPEM 5010 - Entrepreneurship & Economic Feasibility (Core) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The purpose of this course is to help engineers understand the basic concepts of marketing, business organization, management accounting, business finance, and financial feasibility analysis of new business ventures and of new project proposals in established firms.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5020 - Project & Engineering Management (Core) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
(Core) Fundamental principles of engineering project management including planning, scheduling, controlling, and budgeting. Engineering management aspects of human resources including organizational design, group dynamics, leadership, motivation, and performance evaluation.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5030 - Legal Issues Related To MPEM (Core) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course evaluates processes involved in patents, contracts. The course also will include management regulations related to project engineering, and regulations related to environmental issues.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5040 - Financial Management Of Technological Enterprises (Core) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Investigation of the sources and uses of funds, cash and working capital management, capital budgeting and administration of debt and equity in technological enterprises.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. (GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5050 - Management, Economics, & Accounting (Core) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The course will provide an introduction to financial and managerial accounting concepts with an emphasis on the use rather than the preparation of financial statements. The course will also introduce the interpretation and application of economic theory in the firm. The course will use accounting and economic information to address the strategy, structure, and performanc.
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MPEM 5060 - Advanced Management Seminar (Core) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A capstone study of business policy and strategic management facilitated by case presentations and guest lectures. This course is built on three pedagogical pillars; text, cases, and practical insights from senior management practitioners.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. (GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5100 - Pollution Prevention (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The course familiarizes the student with local, national and worldwide pollution prevention strategies. Preferred approaches are examined such as source reduction, recycling, and treatment.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5110 - Energy Conversion (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Application of thermodynamic principles to the analysis of energy conversion processes. Topics include but are not limited to steam power generation, cogeneration, internal combustion engines, refrigeration, air conditioning, heat transfer, heat recovery systems and alternative or renewable energy conversion processes. Cross-listed as EELE 321 .
Prerequisite(s): EGEN 324 or Consent of Instructor. (GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5120 - Application & Design Of Industrial Experiments (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Statistical analysis applied to experiments in engineering and industry. Experimental designs and analyses for a wide variety of problems; EVOP and response and surface analyses.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5130 - Hazardous Waste Engineering (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Examination of the technologies, regulations, political and environmental impacts of hazardous wastes. Management approached are developed through fundamental studies of case histories.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5140 - Systems Safety & Management (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course covers practical techniques of systems safety analysis for identifying and assessing hazards, systematic approaches for managing risk reduction programs, and application of nine risk reduction strategies to the diverse hazards encountered in industry. Emphasis is on hazards addressed in the occupational safety and health field.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5150 - Information Technology for Managers (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introduction to Information Technology and Computer-based Information Systems for managing enterprises, organizations, and projects. The course gives a hands on experience of using IT for management tasks and a basic understanding of computer hardware, software, database technology, telecommunications network, organizational and managerial support systems. It also provides a basic knowledge of planning, developing, and managing information systems with hands on experience.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5160 - Managerial Communication For Project Managers (Elective) 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course gives working professionals the opportunity to improve their ability to communicate effectively as project managers. Students examine and practice the communication strategies and skills that are essential for success in project engineering management settings. The course goals are to improve understanding and ability to: (1) apply appropriate communication strategies; (2) practice managerial writing and presentation skills; and (3) understand and respond effectively to cross-cultural and corporate communication issues from within the framework of project management.
(GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MPEM 5900 - Special Projects (Variable)
Individual projects suitable for graduate study are assigned. Students submit written and oral reports for each project.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. (GRADUATE) Course offered on demand.
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MSL 3010 - Leadership & Problem Solving 3 credits
Developing a personal leadership philosophy; through the learning and application of various small unit leadership techniques. Fundamentals of leadership development, land navigation, troop leading, small units tactics, rappelling, rifle marksmanship and physical fitness. Study of the organization and operation of the U.S. Army as a profession. Students are required to attend one weekend field exercise during the semester.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor; Corequisite(s): . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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MSL 3020 - Leadership & Ethics 3 credits
Continuation of the study and application of small unit leadership tasks. Advanced leadership skills taught including medical evacuation procedures, radio procedures, and increased involvement in planning and executing military operations in preparation for attendance at the National Advanced Leadership Camp at Fort Lewis, Washington. Students participate in rifle marksmanship instruction including qualification with the M16A2 rifle, rappel, and attend one weekend exercise with students from other universities in the area and the Montana Army National Guard.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor; Corequisite(s): . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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MSL 3030 - Leadership Laboratory 1 credit
(R 4) Practical application of skills learned in the classroom.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor; Corequisite(s): , , , or . Course generally offered both semesters.
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MSL 3150 - Drill & Conditioning 1 credit
(R 4) The study and application of military drill and ceremony: formation, ceremonies, and marching; the study of the fundamentals of the military physical conditioning program, and the practical application of skills learned. Physical education activity course; a maximum of four credits of activity courses may be counted toward graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Need Instructor’s Approval. Course generally offered both semesters.
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MSL 3950 - Special Topics (Variable)
(R 9) Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one time offerings of current topics.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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MSL 4010 - Leadership & Management 3 credits
The application of leadership principles and techniques involved in leading young men and women in today’s Army. Students explore training management. Methods of effective staff collaboration and development counseling techniques. Develops student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff and mentoring subordinates.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor; Corequisite(s): . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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MSL 4020E - Officership & Ethics 3 credits
Study includes case study of military law and practical exercises on establishing an ethical command climate. Examines the role communications, values and ethics play in effective leadership. Students complete a semester long Senior Leadership Project that requires them to plan, organize, collaborate, analyze and demonstrate their leadership.
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MSL 4040 - Advanced Leadership Practicum (Variable)
(R-4) Required study and internship in military tactics, leadership and organizational behavior. Supervised by active duty military officers.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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MT 0100 - Hazwoper (OSHA 40-Hour Certification) 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
The 40-Hr. Hazwoper Certification complies with OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.120, the Hazwoper standard. This standard was enacted as per the SuperFund Amendments and Reauthoritization Act of 1986 which required the Secretary of Labor to issue regulations providing health and safety standards and guidelines for workers engaged in hazardous waste operations. This regulation, which is federal law, is intended to provide employees with the knowledge and skills enabling them to perform their jobs safely and with minimum risk to their personal health.
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MT 0201 - Introcution to Tutoring & Education 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Studies theories of learning, models of instruction, and principles of teaching effectiveness. Designed for tutors, writing consultants, teacher’s assistants, and future educators. This class will be required for all TLC tutors and writing consultants.
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MT 0220 - Employment Strategies 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
Students learn the skills necessary to find and obtain employment. Topics will include writing resumes, letters of application, and follow-up letters; a discussion of possible job sources; and interviewing techniques.
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MT 301 - Tutoring in Engineering 1 Lec: 8-10
Earn one credit hour of a Professional Technical Elective in the General Engineering Department by tutoring students in Statics, Strengths, Dynamics, Fluids, Thermodynamics, and Engineering Economics.
This course is Pass/Fail. In order to earn a passing grade, the student must tutor a minimum of 5 hours per week. Only 1 credit hour may be used toward a Professional Technical Elective. If the course is taken more than once, the remaining credits will be free electives. Consent of the TLC director is required to take this course.
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MT 1016 - College Success 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
This course is designed to teach students how to have a successful college experience both academically and personally. The focus will be on the development of practical knowledge and skills to assist students towards that goal. Topics include communication skills, critical thinking skills, test taking, time planning, study techniques, community and campus resources, and managing the personal and relationship issues that face many college students. Students may use this course as free elective toward any undergraduate degree.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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MTSI 500 - Survey of Materials Science and Engineering 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
A two-semester, seminar-format overview of Materials Science, with some units focusing on the specialty/niche areas of the MUS/MatSci Ph.D. program and introducing students to the faculty and research on the three campuses. Other professional-development content, such as research ethics, is included. Primarily distance/e-participation with different sessions organized and hosted at the three campuses. One face-to-face session at each campus each semester would bring students and faculty together for lab tours.
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MTSI 501 - Bonding, Structure & Defects 4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
How do structure and bonding at a microscopic level lead to macroscopic material properties? Topics include treatment of ionic and covalent bonding; quantum mechanical foundation of the cohesion and properties of solids and the evolution of band structure; three dimensional crystallography including point groups, stereographic projections, Bravais lattices, space groups and representative crystal structures; and study of the electronic and mechanical properties of materials and the effects of point, line, and planar defects in crystalline solids.
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MTSI 502 - Function & Application 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
How are materials designed and synthesized to achieve specific functional applications? Topics include crystalline solids; amorphous materials (such as glasses); polymers; colloids; liquid crystals; magnetic materials and piezoelectric materials; and basis of the properties and performance of common devices, such as transistors, magnetic storage media, and optical fibers, where combinations of materials and specific geometries yield the properties that make the device useful. The intent is for content taught in Semester 1 to be put into practice, introducing students to principles of “rational material design.”
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MTSI 511 - Thermodynamics of Materials 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
Advanced thermodynamic principles in the context of materials science; solution thermodynamics, multi-phase mixing, entropy, and equilibria; state functions and free energies; statistical thermodynamics, including ensembles, lattices, and phase transitions.
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MTSI 512 - Kinetics and Transformation 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
The mechanisms controlling the rates of structural/chemical changes and reactions in materials. The course examines quantitative diffusion theory and practical applications. The course considers nucleation and growth as a mechanism for phase transformations. The course then looks at examples of the application of phase transformations in materials processing.
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MTSI 551 - Advanced Materials Characterization Techniques I 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec)
A two-semester laboratory-based survey providing experience with the common qualitative and quantitative characterization and analytical tools used in materials science and engineering. Techniques include scattering, diffraction, microscopy (optical, electron, tunneling, etc.), optical, thermal, mass spectrometry, NMR, and other techniques. An important emphasis of this course sequence will be teaching students how to select the characterization/analysis tools appropriate to the research project, use the instruments effectively, and analyze and evaluate the data that result from the different types of measurements. Relevant data from actual materials systems (acquired from instrumentation at any one of the three campuses) will serve as the platform for discussing the basis (theory) of the instrument and assessing instrumental capabilities and limitations. Specific instrumentation and methods featured each semester are selected to complement the topics in Advanced Materials Science I/II.
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MTSI 552 - Advanced Materials Characterization Techniques II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
A two-semester laboratory-based survey providing experience with the common qualitative and quantitative characterization and analytical tools used in materials science and engineering. Techniques include scattering, diffraction, microscopy (optical, electron, tunneling, etc.), optical, thermal, mass spectrometry, NMR, and other techniques. An important emphasis of this course sequence will be teaching students how to select the characterization/analysis tools appropriate to the research project, use the instruments effectively, and analyze and evaluate the data that result from the different types of measurements. Relevant data from actual materials systems (acquired from instrumentation at any one of the three campuses) will serve as the platform for discussing the basis (theory) of the instrument and assessing instrumental capabilities and limitations. Specific instrumentation and methods featured each semester are selected to complement the topics in Advanced Materials Science I/II.
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MTSI 689 - Pre-Exam Dissertation 1 to 12 credits (Hrs: 1 to 12 Lec)
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MTSI 690 - Dissertation 1 to 12 credits (Hrs: 1 to 12 Lec)
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MUSI 101 - Enjoyment of Music 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course surveys the artistic and musical creations of Europe from the Greeks through the 20th Century. Students will study the evolution of artistic and musical styles in their cultural context as both European music and the visual arts responded to the same cultural influences.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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MUSI 108 - Orchestra: TECH Symphony 1 credit (Hrs: 2 Lab)
String, woodwind, brass, or percussion players who are qualified to play in the Butte Symphony can receive credit by attending rehearsals (15-16) and performing in two concerts. This provides an opportunity to play standard orchestral repertory with a community group of professional and amateur musicians.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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MUSI 112 - Choir: Tech 1 credit (Hrs: 2 Lab)
Training is given in singing and appreciation of folk, semi-classical and classical music. Chorus meets two hours weekly in addition to public appearances as scheduled.
May be repeated for credit. Course generally offered both semesters.
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MUSI 114 - Band: Tech 1 credit (Hrs: 2 Lab)
Offers a cultural opportunity for students with band skills to continue study in music. Approximately 20 meetings are held, half of which are devoted to study and rehearsal of swinging pop music, college songs, Dixie Land pops, and marches. The remaining meetings involve performances at ball games, convocations, concerts, and parades.
May be repeated for credit. Course generally offered both semesters.
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NRGY 101 - Introduction To Sustainable Energy 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course provides an overview of sustainable energies, including solar, wind, hydro, biomass and geothermal. Students will learn the basic principles of each technology. Students will also investigate renewable resources and their associated technologies.
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NRSG 100 - Introduction To Nursing 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
The intent of this course is to socialize the participant to the roles/functions/expectations of the nurse/nursing student. This course provides an introduction to nursing history and current views of nursing as a profession (including various types of nursing occupations and educational requirements). Scholastic expectations required to complete a program of study in nursing are presented as well as techniques to improve/enhance the student experience. The following core concepts related to nursing practice are presented; the caring nature of the nursing profession; the importance of critical thinking/clinical judgment; legal/ethical/cultural issues in nursing; the need to understand human motivation and behavior; and use of the nursing process. Communication in various forms is emphasizeds. Students have the opportunity to interact electronically with others who are pursuing an education in nursing; are required to submit academic course work electronically; and utilize online resources to research course assignments. Because of its online format, this course also provides an opportunity to use/improve essential information technology competencies.
Pre- or Co-requisite: or
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NRSG 107 - Perspectives in Professional Nursing 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
This course is designed to introduce and explore the profession of Nursing and healthcare organizations related to Nursing. Emphasis is also placed on the development of nurses and essential skills required to be successful.
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NRSG 130 - Fundamentals Of Nursing 7 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec., 3 Lab)
The intent of this course will be to help the nursing student develop the necessary basic communication and interpretation skills to interact with the patient, family and health care team while providing clinical skills at a beginning level. This course introduces the learner to the clinical skills essential for the nursing role. This class includes complex concepts on behaviors of nursing roles within the context of the nursing process, holistic care and health care. The students will learn to creatively implement nursing strategies and to think critically when interacting with diverse cultural backgrounds and situations. The information given to the students will be based on recent clinical information and will provide evidence based nursing practices for their interventions and rationale within the nursing process. This course will broaden their teaching skills in a holistic manner which is necessary to treat and care for all clients. The settings for delivery of care are rapidly expanding requiring a broad base of knowledge which will help the student meet the needs of the client in a variety of settings such as health promotion, wellness, disease prevention, nursing theories, nursing informatics, nursing research, ethics, advocacy and home and community-based nursing care.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the ASN Program.
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NRSG 135 - Nursing Pharmacology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This couse is designed to introduce basic pharmacological principles to nursing students utilizing the nursing process. The course is organized according to body systems and drug classifications. A holistic perspective will be emphasized to clearly demonstrate special considerations in patient education. Emphasis will also be placed on how to access relevant pharmacological information to ensure patient safety in medication administration.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the ASN Program.
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NRSG 138 - Gerontology 2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 1 Clinical)
The intent of this course is to introduce the student to the skill and knowledge needed to provide nursing care to aging clients. Topics explored include: current trends (including legal and ethical issues) in gerontological nursing, developmental stages and transitions associated with aging, expected age-related physiological changes and assessment findings, recognition and management of acute and chronic illness that commonly occur in the older adult population, promotion of health for the older adult client, and end-of-life issues and care.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the ASN Program.
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NRSG 140 - Core Concepts Of Adult Nursing 7 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec., 3 Lab)
This course prepares the student to care for clients experiencing common, well-defined health alterations in settings where stable clients are anticipated. Students are introduced to standardized nursing procedures and customary nursing and collaborative therapeutic modalities. The following body systems will be addressed: neurological, cardiac, respiratory, renal/urological, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, reproductive, integumentary, sensory, and hematological. The topics of peri-operative care, pain, infection/immunity and cancer will be addressed. Additionally, recognition and emergent treatment of rapidly changing conditions will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 135 , NRSG 130 , and NRSG 138 .
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NRSG 142 - Core Concepts of Maternal Child Nursing 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Clinical)
Emphasizing caring, communication, professionalism, and critical thinking, the course provides information about fetal development and prenatal and postnatal care of the mother and newborn. Role of the nurse in meeting the needs of the family is emphasized. Clinical application of caring for the mother and newborn will allow the student to demonstrate acquired knowledge. The course also includes growth and development patterns as well as care of the well and sick child.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130 , NRSG 135 , NRSG 138 , plus acceptance to the ASN Program.
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NRSG 144 - Core Concepts of Mental Health Nursing 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lecture)
This course will explore physiological, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and environmental factors associated with mental health and mental Illness. Focus will be placed on basic concepts of psychiatric nursing, therapeutic modalities, as well as psychiatric disorders including psychopharmacological management.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of semester one.
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NRSG 210 - Foundations of Professional Nursing 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 2 Lab)
The intent of this course is to offer a comprehensive coverage of basic nursing concepts and application of the skills and techniques required for nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on the role of the nurse in the health care delivery system with special focus on the physical and psychosocial assessments of the client. The nursing process is utilized throughout the course. Students will examine the importance of health promotion and disease prevention for the client and community. This course provides an introduction to the principals of medication administration and documentation practices. Learning experiences are provided in the classroom, laboratory and healthcare agencies.
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NRSG 215 - Assessment and Health Promotion 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 1 Lab)
The intent of this course is utilization of a body systems approach in teaching basic assessment skills on clients throughout the lifespan. The primary focus of this course is normal health assessment findings, with recognition of abnormal variations. This course emphasizes the skills required to complete a comprehensive health assessment across the lifespan including children, adults and the elderly. Data collection through comprehensive history taking and physical assessment is emphasized. Utilization of assessment findings in clinical decision making is discussed throughout the course, using the nursing process as a guide. Hands-on, experiential utilization of learned assessment skills will be applied in the clinical setting.
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NRSG 252 - Complex Care Needs of the Maternal/Child Client 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Clinical)
This course prepares the student to provide care to maternal/child clients experiencing acutely changing conditions in settings where outcome is less predictable. Topics include care of the client during childbirth, high-risk pregnancies, obstetrical emergencies, neonatal emergencies, and infants and children requiring complex collaborative care.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130 , NRSG 135 , NRSG 138 , NRSG 140 , NRSG 142 , NRSG 144 , NRSG 256 , NRSG 262 , NRSG 265 , acceptance to the ASN Program.
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NRSG 254 - Complex Care Needs of Mental Health Nursing 2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 1 Clinical)
This course will explore physiological, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual and environmental factors associated with Mental Health/Illness. Focus will be placed on psychotherapeutic management in the continuum of care, milieu management and special populations with emphasis on individuals, families and communities.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130 , NRSG 135 , NRSG 138 , NRSG 140 , NRSG 142 , NRSG 144 , NRSG 256 , NRSG 262 , NRSG 265 , BIOH 211/212 plus acceptance to the ASN Program.
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NRSG 256 - Pathophysiology 3 credits ASN, 4 credits BSN (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
This course builds upon previous knowledge gained from anatomy and physiology, chemistry, and microbiology. It provides the student the opportunity to examine basic to complex pathophysiological concepts and its clinical relevance in the care and treatment of clients across the life span. The most common pathophysiologic alterations according to body systems will be discussed along with evidenced-based treatment modalities.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130 , NRSG 135 , NRSG 138 , NRSG 140 , NRSG 142 & NRSG 144 .
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NRSG 262 - Complex Care Needs of the Adult Client 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Clinical)
This course prepares the student to provide nursing care to adult clients experiencing acutely changing conditions in settings where the outcome is less predictable. Emphasis is placed on the nurse’s response to emergent/life-threatening/rapidly changing conditions. Topics covered include collaborative therapeutic modalities related to acute/complex neurological, cardiac, respiratory, liver, endocrinologic events, shock, sepsis/SIRS, complex renal, pancreatic and biliary disorders.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 140 , NRSG 142 , NRSG 144 , NRSG 265 .
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NRSG 265 - Advanced Clinical Skills 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
This course prepares the student to carry out complex nursing interventions across the lifespan. Topics covered include IV therapies such as central venous therapy, parenteral nutrition, IV medication administration, complex IV infusions, blood/blood product administrations, advanced airway/ventilatory support, wound care, laboratory values, complex gastrointestinal problems, arrhythmia identification, mobility issues, disaster preparedness, and palliative care.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 140 , NRSG 142 , NRSG 144 .
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NRSG 266 - Managing Client Care 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Clinical)
This course covers topics related to integrated nursing care of individual clients and groups of clients as well as basic principles related to leadership and management in nursing. Topics include: effective communication techniques in the employment setting; role differentiation among care providers; organization and prioritization; delegation, supervision, management of health care resources, legal and ethical issues, values clarification, conflict resolution and consensus building. The course requires students to integrate knowledge and skills learned from other nursing courses and help them transition from the role of student to that of a Registered Nurse. Licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) preparation and process are also included as a component of the course. The preceptor-based clinical component allows the student to function in the role of a registered nurse while working one-on-one with a designated RN preceptor.
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 262 ; Corequisite(s): concurrent enrollment in NRSG 252 , NRSG 254 .
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NRSG 306 - Community Health Nursing 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
The intent of this course is to provide the student with an opportunity to apply the nursing process to the care of communities. The course explores concepts in population-focused care, levels of prevention and levels of practice (individual/ family, systems, and communities). Health status indicators for Montana counties and the Healthy People 2020 national health care agenda are researched. Basic concepts of environmental health, emergency preparedness, economics, and epidemiology are discussed. Students explore community coalitions and work groups that interface with vulnerable at risk populations in the community. Clinical experience includes community health preceptor based learning, a home visit program, and health promotion at several community sites.
Prerequisite(s): ASN Degree, RN Licensure.
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NRSG 308 - Nursing for Healthy Aging 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 1 Lab)
The intent of this course is to introduce the students to the skill and knowledge needed to provide nursing care to aging clients. Topics include: current trends (including legal and ethical issues) in gerontological nursing, developmental stages and transitions associated with aging, expected age-related physiological changes and assessment findings, recognition and management of acute and chronic illnesses that commonly occur in the older adult population, health promotion and end-of-life issues and care.
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NRSG 309 - Care Of The Aging Client 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Clinical)
Through caring, communication, professionalism, critical thinking, and clinical judgment, this course focuses on developing advanced multidimensional geriatric assessment skills using research based tools. The student will incorporate evidence based standards into a teaching plan to reduce risk and promote healthy activities in older adults. Several different clinical settings will be utilized to compare healthy, frail, institutionalized, and acutely ill aging adult populations. Model programs for geriatric nursing care will be examined and evaluated for their utility at the local, state, and national levels.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure, prior gerontology coursework.
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NRSG 311 - Trends & Issues In Professional Nursing 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
The intent of this online course is to familiarize the student with current social, political, economic, ethical, and legal issues associated with the practice of professional nursing. Topics explored include: Healthcare reform, use of medical cannabis, educational level for entry into nursing practice, advanced degrees in nursing, PhD, and DNP; the position statements of national professional nursing organizations, future trends in nursing, in addition to student led discussions and power-point presentations.
Prerequisite(s): ASN degree or consent of instructor.
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NRSG 312 - Mgmt of Adults with Common Health Alterations 7 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec, 3 Lab)
This course prepares the student to care for clients experiencing common well defined health alterations. The course emphasizes integration of physiological, psychological, and sociocultural concepts in nursing care of individuals with common health alterations. Students are introduced to evidence based practice and incorporate practice guidelines and interdisciplinary collaboration to maximize health outcomes including health prevention.
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NRSG 313 - Mgmt of the Adult with Complex Health Alterations 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 2 Lab)
This course focuses on the continued development of nursing competence related to the planning and managing care for individuals and families with complex health alterations. The course emphasizes integration of physiological, psychological, and sociocultural concepts in nursing care of individuals with critical health conditions. Students incorporate evidence-based practice guidelines and interdisciplinary collaboration to maximize health outcomes including health promotion, maintenance and primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention. Comprehensive nursing care for patients with a wide range of disorders will be addressed.
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NRSG 315 - Evidence Based Practice 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will introduce the baccalaureate nursing student to the research process by using an evidence based approach. Emphasis is placed on gaining competency in accessing and critically reading, evaluation, and applying research findings to nursing practice utilizing evidenced based models.
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NRSG 320 - Nursing Informatics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is an introduction to informatics focusing on applications relevant to the nursing profession. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of nursing science with computer technology and information science to support patient care and provide leadership within healthcare systems.
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NRSG 325 - Advanced Health Assessment 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
Advanced Health Assessment is designed to prepare the learner to develop a nursing database at a Bachelor’s of nursing level. This course builds on the education and skills gained during previous course work. Learners will enhance their assessment techniques through hands on learning experiences focusing on physical, developmental, emotional, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and functional assessments. The course emphasizes analysis, synthesis, and documentation of assessment data as a foundation for providing holistic nursing care. The course includes online PowerPoint lectures of the chapter, weekly online discussion boards and student projects plus clinical in their chosen community.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure or instructor consent.
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NRSG 330 - Mental Health Nursing 4 credits (Hrs: 2.5 Lec, 1.5 Lab)
This course will explore a holistic approach to the factors associated with mental health and underlying psychiatric disorders. Focus will be on the nursing care of the client with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. The clinical experience will provide an opportunity to explore psychotherapeutic management of special populations along the continuum of mental health care.
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NRSG 340 - Transitional Care 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The intent of this course is to prepare future BSN prepared nurses to ensure the coordination and continuity of health care of patients who transfer between different locations or different levels of health care within the same location. Innovative nursing models to promote effective transitional care reflecting best practices will be explored.
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NRSG 344 - Family Nursing 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Clinical)
This course will introduce the student to Family Nursing by applying family concepts to clinical practice. Students will be introduced to theories and Models to understand the impact of families on professional and personal relationships. Students will use theories and models to develop nursing strategies while promoting the health of families. The student will during this course utilize the study of global health issues and cultural care as it relates to families.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure.
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NRSG 351 - Advanced Concepts and Clinical Reasoning 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 1 Lab)
The purpose of this course is to provide students with both simulated and lab experience in the application of theoretical concepts and skills related to adults with complex, multisystem alterations in health. The student will utilize evidence based practice in analyzing multiple interrelating nursing concepts. Critical thinking, clinical reasoning, clinical judgment are integrated to provide safe, quality care.
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NRSG 356 - Advanced Pathophysiology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will further enrich the student’s knowledge of the concepts and clinical applications of pathophysiology including complex cellular processes and communication in health and disease, genes and genetic disease, role of the immune system in health and disease, biology of cancer, care, and treatment across the life span. The course will incorporate the latest research and evidenced-based practice related to these areas. Ethical and legal issues are also discussed with regards to end-of-life care.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure
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NRSG 404 - Nursing Across the Health Care Continuum 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Clinical)
This course will focus on health promotion and illness management in relation to particular nursing issues. The patient experience will be examined from a holistic view point with emphasis on the patient perspective. The student will identify an area of interest, research that area, and explore the nurse’s role in the current level of practice. The patient perspective will guide the student in evaluating the problem and its impact on the patient. The concepts of caring, ethics, spirituality, advocacy, culture, and patient vulnerability are examined. This course will assist the student to critically examine beginning nursing practice and the progression from the novice to expert in preparation for professional BSN practice.
Prerequisite(s): ASN degree, RN Licensure.
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NRSG 405 - Pediatrics Nursing 4 credits (Hrs: 2.5 Lec, 1.5 Lab)
The purpose of the course is to integrate knowledge derived from biological, psychological, social sciences, humanities, and nursing in understanding and promoting normal growth and development and in providing safe and competent care to children and families. Evidence-based practice regarding nursing care and treatment modalities of common and complex pediatric diseases/disorders will be discussed.
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NRSG 410 - Nursing Theory 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is designed to introduce students to nursing theories, philosophies and models. The student will analyze nursing theories and apply the theory to nursing practice. This course includes credentials and background of nursing theorist, major concepts and definitions, theoretical assertions, and critique of their work. Each theory will demonstrate proper utilization and application to current nursing practice and research.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure, ASN Degree
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NRSG 415 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family 4 credits (Hrs: 2.5 Lec, 1.5 Lab)
This course focuses on the periods of pregnancy, labor and birth in the childbearing family. Normal pregnancy, labor and birth concepts as well as care of the pregnancy and birth at risk will be integrated. This course prepares the professional nurse to integrate concepts learned in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment where patient outcomes are less predictable.
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NRSG 420 - Nursing Research 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is designed to introduce baccalaureate nursing students to the research process. Emphasis is placed on gaining competency in accessing and critically reading, evaluating and applying research findings to professional nursing practice utilizing evidence-based models.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure Prerequisite or Corequisites: STAT 131 or
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NRSG 425 - Concepts in Family Nursing 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 1 Lab)
This course focuses on the theories and models of family coping and adaptation by incorporating the concepts into professional nursing care of the family unit. The application of these concepts while caring for families, demonstrate the strengths and weaknesses of the family unit and predict how the family will cope in times of illness and wellness.
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NRSG 430 - Healthcare from the Patient’s Perspective 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 1 Lab)
This course focuses on health promotion and illness management in relation to particular nursing issues. The patient experience is examined utilizing a holistic viewpoint with emphasis on the patient perspective in order to provide holistic patient-centered care across the lifespan and healthcare continuum. The student identifies an area of interest, researches the area, and explores the nurse’s role in the current practice. The course integrates theory, evidence, ethical and legal principles, and profession standards into nursing care. The concepts of caring, ethics, spirituality, advocacy, culture, and patient vulnerability are examined.
The course critically examines beginning nursing practice and the progression from the novice to expert in professional nursing practice.
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NRSG 436 - A Population Perspective 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 2 Lab)
The intent of this course is to provide the student with an opportunity to apply the nursing process to the care of communities. The course explores concepts in population-focused care, levels of prevention and levels of practice (individual/family, systems, and communities). Health status indicators for Montana state and counties as well as the Healthy People 2020 national health care agenda are researched. Basic concepts of environmental health, emergency preparedness, economics, and epidemiology are discussed. Students explore community coalitions and work groups that interface with vulnerable at risk populations. Clinical experience includes community health preceptor based learning and health promotion at several community sites.
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NRSG 440 - Current Trends in Healthcare 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
This course will integrate current trends and issues relevant to healthcare and professional nursing. Nursing is a dynamic profession with evolving issues important to the professional nurse as well as the patient population.
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NRSG 450W - Global Health, Healthcare Policy and Finance 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The purpose of this course is to examine the foundations of healthcare policy, the financial structure of healthcare systems, and the regulatory environments that impact nursing practice and client care. This course will also analyze current and emerging global health priorities, including emerging infectious diseases, poverty, health inequity, health systems reforms, and major global initiatives for disease prevention and health promotion. This course meets the upper level writing requirement.
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NRSG 485W - Nursing Leadership & Management 6 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec., 2 Clinical)
This course is designed to merge theory, research and practical application for Nursing Leadership and Management. The student is introduced to concepts of the role of the leader and manager, health care organizations, care delivery strategies, managing resources, interpersonal and personal skills, and career management. Emphasis is placed on combining leadership and management concepts to a complex healthcare system in various clinical settings.
Prerequisite(s): RN Licensure Pre or Co-requisite: Satisfies upper division Writing core.
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NRSG 499 - Leading and Managing: Capstone Experience 6 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 4 Lab)
This course will merge theory and research in the practical application of the concepts of nursing leadership and management. The student will explore the applications of theories of leadership and management, change theory, and career management. This senior capstone experience will culminate in the clinical experience in various settings. The student will demonstrate competence in applying concepts of leading/managing, organizing, and prioritizing care, delegation/supervision, and management individuals and groups of clients.
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NRSM 435 - Restoration I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
The course will look at restoration ecology in theory and in practice. We will focus on ecological topics important to restoration projects. Topics covered include ecosystem functioning, ecological relationships at various spatial scales as they apply to restoration, invasive species management, reclamation of contaminated sites, value of ecosystem services, and restoration of various types of ecosystems (e.g. forest, tallgrass prairie, wetland). We will use case studies as examples, with a focus on local restoration projects. Local experts will be featured as guest lecturers.
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NRSM 436 - Restoration II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
This course will build upon the ecological concepts introduced in Restoration I by examining how those concepts are incorporated into practical on-the-ground restoration projects, as well as other practical considerations. Topics covered include site engineering, plant selection and maintenance, agencies and regulations involved in restoration activities, and financial and practical considerations in ecological restoration projects. We will use case studies as examples, with a focus on local restoration projects. Local experts will be featured as guest lecturers.
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NRSM 494 - Restoration Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course is designed to introduce students to topics in the restoration field through the scientific literature and presentations by professionals in restoration. Students will also become acquainted with restoration professionals working in Montana. Seminars will be presented by faculty and outside professionals.
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