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Undergraduate Calendar 2021-2022 [-ARCHIVED CALENDAR-]

Course Listings

The courses listed in this section include all courses approved for the undergraduate curriculum for the 2021-2022 academic year. Not all courses in the approved curriculum will be offered during the year. Students are advised to refer to the course timetables available annually in Mosaic in March and June to determine which specific courses will be offered in the upcoming sessions.
Note: An A/B suffix appearing in a course number indicates that the course may be delivered across more than one term (see Multi-Term Course in the Glossary  of this calendar). The A/B S suffix indicates that the course may be delivered as either a multi-term course or within a single term. 

See also:

NEW for 2021-22:

Looking for MMEDIA (Multimedia), PEACEST (Peace Studies), or WOMENST (Women’s Studies) courses?

  • The subject MEDIAART (Media Arts) has replaced MMEDIA
  • The subject PEACJUST (Global Peace and Social Justice) has replaced PEACEST
  • The subject GENDRST (Gender Studies) has replaced WOMENST

Please use the revised subject area when searching for courses. Most courses use the same code but with the revised subject area (e.g. MMEDIA 2A06 is now known as MEDIAART 2A06).

Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used as a wildcard character to return mass results. For example, a “Code or Number” search of ” 2* ” can be entered returning all level II courses.
 

Health Sciences

Faculty Note

This course listing is divided into two parts:

  1. Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) program, Biomedical Sciences Specialization, Child Health Specialization and Global Health Specialization.
  2. Health Sciences courses normally available only to students registered in Engineering (Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering or Electrical and Biomedical Engineering), Midwifery, or Nursing (A), (B), (E) or (F) Streams, as applicable.

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)

Courses in Health Sciences are administered by the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) Program.
Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Learning and Discovery, Room 3308, ext. 22815
bhsc.mcmaster.ca
  

  • HTHSCI 4JJ3 - Building Undergraduate Research Capacity

    3 unit(s)
    This is a practical course for learning about how to manage research and other social enterprise projects. Special topics may include research ethics, grant and proposal writing, managing multiple projects, the writing process.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of any Honours program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4K03 - Human Pathophysiology

    3 unit(s)
    The course is designed to allow participants to think and solve problems in the area of physiology, pathophysiology and anatomy.
    One lecture, one tutorial, one lab; one term
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 2FF3  or permission of the instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 4KK3 - Pathophysiology of Infectious Diseases

    3 unit(s)
    This course is designed to provide an in depth look at the clinical, medical and pathophysiological aspects of infectious diseases. These fundamentals include taxonomy, diagnostic methodology, epidemiology and virulence factors of pathogens and pathophysiological events and responses in different body systems in human host as a result of infections.
    One lecture, one tutorial, one lab; one term
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 2FF3  
    Offered in alternate years.
  

  • HTHSCI 4LA3 - Innovation By Design II

    3 unit(s)
    This course introduces students to strategic foresight and experiential futures in health leadership and innovation. Building on the design thinking methods and tools from Innovation by Design I, students will work in interdisciplinary teams to address a health-related challenge. Students will learn about identifying weak signals, scenario development, and storytelling as part of developing plausible health futures.
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 4ID3  (or equivalent by permission of instructor)
  

  • HTHSCI 4LB3 - Leadership and Management 1

    3 unit(s)
    This interprofessional/multidisciplinary course is designed to introduce and apply theories, frameworks and practices within the health care sector. Learners engage in tutorial discussion to learn about self-leadership, career navigation and foundational management practices. This course will appeal to those who have an interest in informal and formal leadership roles in the health care sector.
    Tutorial (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Health care or applied program; or permission from instructor
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4D06 A/B S , NURSING 4B06 A/B
  

  • HTHSCI 4LC3 - Leadership and Management 2

    3 unit(s)
    This interprofessional/multidisciplinary course builds on theoretical knowledge of self-leadership and foundational management practices in the health care sector and introduces theory and frameworks for leading teams and organizations. This course will appeal to those who wish to advance their leadership knowledge and immerse in understanding effective teams and organizations.
    Tutorial (3 hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 4LB3  or permission from instructor
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4D06 A/B S , NURSING 4B06 A/B
  

  • HTHSCI 4LD3 - Global Health Governance, Law and Politics

    3 unit(s)
    This course surveys contemporary issues and debates in global health governance, law, and politics from an interdisciplinary perspective. Theory will converge with practice as students examine the historical development of global health, relevant actors and institutions, regulatory framework, principal coordinating mechanisms and emerging challenges to its effective governance.
    Three hours, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program or Arts & Science Program or Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) - Global Health Specialization (B.H.Sc.); or permission of instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 4LL3 - Integrated Health Systems

    3 unit(s)
    Consideration of the issues inherent to the integration of current conventional medical approaches with other healing systems.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program; or registration in Level III or above of the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specializations
  

  • HTHSCI 4M03 - Advanced Concepts in Health Psychology

    3 unit(s)
    This course will explore the role of psychological factors in health and disease. Topics include stress, coping, health promoting/compromising behaviours, patient-physician communication, adherence, pain, heart disease and cancer.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above and one of HTHSCI 1G03, PSYCH 1F03 , 1N03  or 1X03 .
    Offered on alternate years.
  

  • HTHSCI 4MS3 - The Social Lives of Molecules

    3 unit(s)
    Ours is a molecular world. Complex interactions between individuals and diverse social groups underpin the discovery, manufacture, marketing and use of drugs, nutrients, poisons and cosmetics that influences our health and well- being in myriads of way; a fertile field for exploration in a problem-based course.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in any program and permission of the instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 4NN3 - Written Communication in Health Sciences II

    3 unit(s)
    This course will be an advanced course in written communication, building on knowledge gained in Written Communication I. Students will explore and hone their writing skills in various forms.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 3N03 
  

  • HTHSCI 4NU3 - Nutrition

    3 unit(s)
    Students will have an opportunity to learn about nutrition and diet from a functional medicine approach. Multiple learning methods will be used including lecture, class activities and a term long group project.
    Three hours; one term.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level 3 or above in B.H.Sc. (Honours) or Level 3 or above in B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specializations
  

  • HTHSCI 4O03 - Principles of Virus Pathogenesis

    3 unit(s)
    Current theories and knowledge on mechanisms that relate to virus pathogenesis and evasion of host cell responses.
    Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 3I03 , 3K03  and registration in Level III or above
  

  • HTHSCI 4PA3 - Global Health Innovation

    3 unit(s)
    Students will examine considerations, questions and challenges that govern the genesis, development and adoption of health innovation in low and middle income countries. There is an opportunity for students to build on their biomedical knowledge by applying interdisciplinary perspectives to a complex healthcare topic.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program, or Level
    III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specialization; or registration in Level III or above of the
    Honours Integrated Science Program, Arts & Science; or registration in Level III or above in any Honours program and permission of the instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 4QQ3 A/B S - Communication Skills Practicum

    3 unit(s)
    An opportunity to explore pedagogy as it relates to best practice in education.
    Sessions arranged individually or in small groups; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Assistant Dean, B.H.Sc. (Honours) program
  

  • HTHSCI 4R09 A/B S - Thesis in Biomedical Sciences

    9 unit(s)
    A thesis based on a major research project in biomedical sciences supervised by a member of the Faculty. Arrangements to register in HTHSCI 4R09 A/B, including agreement of the supervisor, must be made before the end of March in level III.
    Two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization and permission of BHSc (Honours) Program.
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4R12 A/B S  
    Not open to students enrolled in the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization Program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4R12 A/B S - Thesis in Biomedical Sciences

    12 unit(s)
    A thesis based on a major research project in biomedical sciences supervised by a member of the Faculty. Arrangements to register in HTHSCI 4R12 A/B, including agreement of the supervisor, must be made before the end of March in level III.
    Two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in B.H.Sc. (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization and permission of the B.H.Sc. (Honours) program.
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4R09 A/B S  
    Not open to students enrolled in the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization Program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4SC3 - Social Determinants of Child Health

    3 unit(s)
    This course will examine issues related to social determinants within the context of child health.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration of Level IV B.H.Sc. (Honours) or B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specializations or permission of instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 4SR3 - Global Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights

    3 unit(s)
    In this inquiry course, students will apply an intersectional lens to examine the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights, and current approaches to achieving progress towards national health and development goals, universal health coverage, and the Sustainable Development Goals.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level 3 or above of any program, or registration in Level 1 or above of the Midwifery program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4SS6 A/B - Group Process Practicum

    6 unit(s)
    An opportunity to explore theory and apply concepts of group dynamics and processes as it relates to best practice education.
    Sessions arranged individually or in small groups; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Assistant Dean, B.H.Sc. (Honours) program
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4AA3
  

  • HTHSCI 4TE3 - The Teaching Hospital

    3 unit(s)
    This inquiry course will permit students to explore the evolution of the modern teaching hospital from its early days as bimaristans in medieval Persia to the modern global technological institutions that link patient care with the training of practitioners.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in any program and permission of the instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 4TT3 A/B S - Research Practicum

    3 unit(s)
    An opportunity through peer tutoring and small group inquiry based learning to explore theory and apply concepts related to the production of intellectual materials and research ethics.
    Three hours; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of any Honours program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4W03 - Special Topics in Health Sciences II

    3 unit(s)
    This course provides an opportunity for individual or small groups to integrate concepts from their undergraduate courses.
    Sessions arranged individually or in small groups; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program and permission of B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program, or supervision by a Faculty of Health Sciences supervisor and permission of B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program
  

  • HTHSCI 4WW3 A/B - Education Practicum

    3 unit(s)
    This course will provide students with an opportunity to experience and gain theoretical knowledge of best practices in education as they relate to mentoring, building relationships, and critical pedagogy in community settings.
    Three hours; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 3DD6 A/B , registration in Level IV and permission of instructor.
  

  • HTHSCI 4X03 A/B S - Collaboration and Peer Tutoring

    3 unit(s)
    An important part of our responsibility in the program is to develop a learning community that incorporates the concepts of collaboration, peer tutoring and life-long learning. This course will consist of three units to be taken over four years and will encourage these activities, both formally and informally.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program or registration in Level IV of the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specializations
    Antirequisite(s): INQUIRY 3S03, SCIENCE 2L03, 3S03, SOCSCI 2L03
    Last offered in 2022-23.
  

  • HTHSCI 4XP3 A/B - Praxis Pathways 4

    3 unit(s)
    This is the culmination of the longitudinal Praxis Pathways Curriculum, in which students enhance and deepen their capacities for: collaboration in community; group process; leadership; lifelong learning; perspective-taking; reflection and reflexivity; and self-care and wellness. The development of information literacy and critical analysis skills supports and informs these goals.
    Eight hours per month; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program.
    First offered in 2022-23
  

  • HTHSCI 4XX3 - Professional Transitions

    3 unit(s)
    This course will provide students with an opportunity to explore issues related to professionalism, the uncertainty of new directions, success/failure, choices, expectations and career challenges.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV in any Honours program
  

  • HTHSCI 4Y03 - Science, Culture and Identity

    3 unit(s)
    Through selected readings and discussion, this course will explore some critiques of science and will appraise the challenge they present to scientific authority. The course will culminate in the presentation of a research project on a question developed by students individually or in groups.
    Three hours; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program, or Level III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specialization; or registration in Level III or above of the Honours Integrated Science Program, Arts & Science; or registration in Level III or above in any Honours program and permission of the instructor.
  

  • HTHSCI 4ZZ3 - Global Health Advocacy

    3 unit(s)
    This course aims to foster appreciation for the complexity of today’s most pressing global health challenges and the ways that various actors work to overcome them. Students will examine how individuals, organizations, and corporations advocate to national and international government organizations to tackle challenges that affect policy changes, and garner resources to address communicable and non-communicable diseases.
    Three hours, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Program, or Level III or above in the B.H.Sc. (Honours) Specialization; or registration in Level III or above of the Honours Integrated Science Program, Arts & Science; or registration in Level III or above in any Honours program and permission of the instructor

Health Sciences (Engineering, Midwifery, Nursing)

Note

The following Health Sciences courses are normally available only to students registered in Engineering (Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering or Electrical and Biomedical Engineering), Midwifery, or B.Sc.N. (A), (B), (E) or (F) Streams, as applicable.

Courses
  

  • HTHSCI 1C06 A/B - Social Justice and Healthcare

    6 unit(s)

    This course lays a foundation in the concepts of social justice and healthcare. The course purposefully centres the perspectives of marginalized and racialized people and supports respectful dialogue and a critical examination of the determinants of health to cultivate awareness of societal inequities and to create societal change. Key concepts examined include intersectionality, power, privilege, ways of knowing and how they impact us as individuals and care providers.
    Lectures/tutorials (three hours); both terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Midwifery Education Program (B.H.Sc.)   

     
  

  • HTHSCI 1CC6 - Integrated Biological Bases of Nursing Practice I

    6 unit(s)
    Students will apply principles of cellular biology, biochemistry and human anatomy and physiology essential to the assessment and understanding of health care challenges.
    Lecture (two hours),tutorial (two hours), online tutorial (two hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the B.Sc.N. Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 3BB3 , KINESIOL 1Y03 , KINESIOL 1YY3 
  

  • HTHSCI 1D06 A/B - Anatomy and Physiology

    6 unit(s)
    This course covers basic concepts of human structure and function, genetics and embryology through lectures, demonstrations and appropriate laboratory assignments.
    Lectures/tutorial (four hours), labs (two hours); both terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Midwifery Program (B.H.Sc.) 
    Co-requisite(s): HTHSCI 1BS0 if not already completed
    Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 1J03, 3U03 , 3UU3 , HTHSCI 2F03 , 2FF3 , KINESIOL 1A03 , 1A03 , 1AA3 , 1X06, 1Y03 , 1YY3 , MEDPHYS 4XX3, SCIENCE 4XX3
  

  • HTHSCI 1H06 A/B - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    6 unit(s)
    An examination of structure-function relationships in the human body systems including the integument, nervous, musculoskeletal, endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary and reproductive systems with an emphasis on the role of each system in maintaining homeostasis.
    Lecture (two hours), lab/tutorial (two hours); two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream
    Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 2A03 , HTHSCI 2L03 , HTHSCI 2LL3 , KINESIOL 1A03 , KINESIOL 1AA3 , KINESIOL 1Y03 , KINESIOL 1YY3 , MEDPHYS 4XX3
    Co-requisite(s): WHMIS 1A00  
  

  • HTHSCI 1J03 - Life Sciences for Clinical Practice

    3 unit(s)
    This course provides an overview of basic concepts relating to chemistry, biochemistry and microbiology. Content areas will include practical applications of clinical chemistry, specimen collection, related disease entities and pathologies, and the significance of laboratory values.
    One lecture (three hours) one lab (two hours); first term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Midwifery Program (B.H.Sc.) 
    Co-requisite(s): HTHSCI 1D06 A/B 
    Antirequisite(s): MIDWIF 1C03
  

  • HTHSCI 1LL3 - Human Biochemistry I

    3 unit(s)
    Introduction to proteins, DNA, RNA, chromosomes and their building blocks; gene expression; proteins, carbohydrates and fats as fuels in the production of energy for living, including nutritional aspects.
    Lecture (two hours), tutorial (one hour); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 1CC6  
  

  • HTHSCI 1RR3 - Introduction to the Social Determinants of Health

    3 unit(s)
    This course provides an introduction to a number of macrohealth issues including determinants of health and political, economic and social factors that influence the organization of health care systems. This course introduces the biological, behavioural, social, economic and environmental factors that determine the health of populations. Major components to the course include: assessing health and socioeconomic status, understanding the structure and organization of the Canadian health care system, public policy, and several factors that affect health; such as, gender, income, work, & social exclusion.
    Lecture (one hour), online education (one hour), guided self-study (one hour); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream; or registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream; or registration in the B.Sc.N. Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream
  

  • HTHSCI 2C06 - Integrated Biological Bases of Nursing Practice II

    6 unit(s)
    Students will integrate concepts of pathophysiology and will include principles of microbiology and pharmacology essential to the assessment and understanding of health care challenges.
    Lecture (three hours), tutorial (one hour), online tutorials (two hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in HTHSCI 1CC6  and registration in the B.Sc.N Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 2H03 , HTHSCI 2HH3 , KINESIOL 1Y03 , KINESIOL 1YY3 
  

  • HTHSCI 2H03 - Introductory Pharmacology

    3 unit(s)
    An examination of the administration, distribution, action, metabolism and elimination of drugs generally and as related to specific systems.
    Lecture (two hours), tutorial (one hour); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 1G03 , 1J02 , HTHSCI 1H06 A/B , 1LL3  and a Pass in NURSING 1K02  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream; or registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream; or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 2C06  
  

  • HTHSCI 2HH3 - Introductory Microbiology

    3 unit(s)
    An examination of the interactions of microbes in the human body including action, responses, treatment and prevention.
    Lecture/lab (two hours), tutorial (one hour); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 1G03 , 1J02 , HTHSCI 1H06 A/B , 1LL3  and a Pass in NURSING 1K02  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream; or registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream; or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 2C06  
  

  • HTHSCI 2LA2 A/B - Introduction to Integrated Pathophysiology for Nursing for Basic Stream

    2 unit(s)
    The course combines online multimedia learning modules with integrated tutorials in which students learn and apply basic pathophysiological concepts.
    Tutorials ( twelve one hour sessions), nine online multimedia modules; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 1G03 , 1J02 , HTHSCI 1H06 A/B , 1LL3  and a Pass in NURSING 1K02  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream
    Antirequisite(s): NURSING 2LA2 A/B
    Co-requisite(s): NURSING 2NN3  
  

  • HTHSCI 2M03 - Reproductive Physiology

    3 unit(s)
    This course emphasizes intrinsic and extrinsic methods of regulation of reproduction and also provides the basis for understanding alterations from normal mechanisms including the influence of medical conditions.
    One tutorial (three hours); first term
    Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 1D06 A/B  and registration in the Midwifery Program (B.H.Sc.) 
    Antirequisite(s): MIDWIF 2D03
  

  • HTHSCI 2PF3 A/B - Introduction to Integrated Pathophysiology for Accelerated Stream

    3 unit(s)
    The course combines online multimedia learning modules with integrated tutorials in which students learn and apply pathophysiological concepts.
    Tutorial (eighteen one hour sessions), twelve online multimedia modules; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream
    Antirequisite(s): NURSING 2PF3 A/B
    Co-requisite(s): NURSING 2I04  
  

  • HTHSCI 2S03 - Introduction to Statistics for Nursing

    3 unit(s)
    An introduction to basic parametric and non-parametric statistical methods, including their application to the analysis of data relevant to nursing and health-related research questions. Computer analysis of data using appropriate software (e.g., SPSS, Excel) and interpretation of the statistical results will also be an integral component of the course.
    Lecture (two hours), tutorial (one hour); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 1G03 , 1J02 , HTHSCI 1H06 A/B , 1LL3  and a Pass in NURSING 1K02 and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream; or registration in the B.Sc.N. Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream; or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): COLLAB 2L03, COMMERCE 2QA3 , HTHSCI 2A03, SOCSCI 2J03  
  

  • HTHSCI 3BB3 - Human Biochemistry II: Nutrition and Metabolism

    3 unit(s)
    This course will examine diet and exercise for health as well as biochemical processes in disease states. Nutritional requirements in different life stages and in prevalent disease states will also be discussed.
    Lecture (two hours), tutorial (two hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 2NN3 , HTHSCI 2H03 , 2HH3 , HTHSCI 2LA2 A/B  and a Pass in NURSING 2P03  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream; or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): KINESIOL 1F03 , LIFESCI 2N03  
  

  • HTHSCI 3BF3 - Nursing Concepts in Continence Care Placement

    3 unit(s)
    This course is an applied professional practice course that focuses on the assessment and management of urinary and fecal incontinence, including the introduction to the educator role in staff and patient care related to incontinence. Students are individually placed in a variety of health-care settings based in their area of interest including but not limited to urology, urogynecology, acute care, rehabilitation, primary care, community, and long-term care.
    Clinical Placement (eight hours/week for twelve weeks); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of HTHSCI 3BE4 A/B S 
  

  • HTHSCI 3BG3 - Advanced Nursing Concepts in Continence Care

    3 unit(s)
    Advanced Concepts in Continence Care builds on the introductory course HTHSCI 3BE4 Nursing Concepts in Continence Care. It integrates asynchronous learning modules and discussion boards as well as synchronous online tutorials which will focus on specific bladder and bowel incontinence issues that require specialized knowledge and management strategies. This will further expand students’ understanding about the role that nursing can play in assessment, management as well as patient and staff education. Selected problem based clinical cases will be explored through online, interactive, multimedia learning modules.
    Eight online multimedia modules, ten one-hour synchronous tutorials; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in the BScN Basic (A) Stream, Accelerated (F) Stream or Post Diploma R.P.N.(E) Stream; or department consent
  

  • HTHSCI 3C04 - Research Appraisal and Utilization in Evidence Informed Decision Making

    4 unit(s)
    Introduction to quantitative and qualitative designs with a focus on critical appraisal of evidence and application to nursing practice and healthcare.
    Lecture/tutorial (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in HTHSCI 2S03  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream; or minimum grade of C- in HTHSCI 2S03  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream; or permission of the instructor
  

  • HTHSCI 3PA2 A/B - Integrated Pathophysiology for Nursing

    2 unit(s)
    Building on the concepts encountered in NURSING/HTHSCI 2LA2 A/B, this course combines online multimedia learning modules with integrated tutorials in which students learn and apply pathophysiological concepts.
    Tutorial (twelve one hour sessions), eight online multimedia modules; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 2NN3 , HTHSCI 2H03 , 2HH3 , 2RR3, 2LA2 A/B , and a Pass in NURSING 2P03  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A); or a minimum grade of C- in NURSING 2AA3 , NURSING 3QQ3 , HTHSCI 2C06 , 2RR3, 3C04  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Post
    Antirequisite(s): NURSING 3PA2 A/B
    Co-requisite(s): NURSING 3SS3  and 3TT3  or NURSING 3RS3  and 3RT3  
  

  • HTHSCI 3PF1 - Integrated Pathophysiology for Accelerated Stream

    1 unit(s)
    Building on the concepts encountered in NURSING/HTHSCI 2PF3 A/B, this course combines online multimedia learning modules with integrated tutorials in which students learn and apply pathophysiological concepts.
    Tutorial (six one hour sessions); four online multimedia modules; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 2V04 , HTHSCI 2H03 , 2HH3 , 2RR3, 3C04  and a minimum grade of C- in NURSING 2PF3 A/B or HTHSCI 2PF3 A/B , and a Pass in NURSING 2J04  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream
    Antirequisite(s): NURSING 3PF1
    Co-requisite(s): NURSING 3V03  
  

  • HTHSCI 4AR3 - Nursing Research Project

    3 unit(s)
    This independent study course enhances the student’s understanding of the research process through active engagement in clinical research, quality improvement, or patient safety research projects. Working alongside the researcher/faculty member and his/her research team, students have the opportunity to fully engage in scholarly research, which may include contributing to the writing of a proposal, collecting and/or analyzing data, and/or disseminating results. The student’s plan of study is negotiated with the individual researcher/faculty member.
    Thirty-six hours of research practicum plus independent study; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of any Stream of the B.Sc.N. Program; and permission of the instructor; and permission of the B.Sc.N. Programs Office.
    This course may contain an off-campus component.
    Students will not normally be permitted to apply more than two independent study or research project courses in the Health Sciences toward their elective requirements for the B.Sc.N. Program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4BR3 - Independent Study

    3 unit(s)
    A non-clinical course in which special topics will be considered in depth under the supervision of a faculty member. The plan of study must be negotiated with the faculty member.
    Thirty-six hours of independent study project/practicum; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of any Stream of the B.Sc.N. Program; and permission of the instructor; and permission of the B.Sc.N. Programs Office
    This course may contain an off-campus components.
    Students will not normally be permitted to apply more than two independent study or research project course in the Health Sciences toward their elective requirements for the B.Sc.N. Program.
  

  • HTHSCI 4NR3 - Nursing Research

    3 unit(s)
    This course is designed to enhance the student’s understanding of the research process. Emphasis is placed on the student’s potential role as a research collaborator in projects related to professional practice.
    Lecture (three hours), 24-30 hours research practicum; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in NURSING 3SS3 , HTHSCI 2H03 , 2HH3 , 2S03 , 2LA2 A/B , and a Pass in NURSING 2P03 , and registration in the B.Sc.N. Basic (A) Stream; or a minimum grade of C- in HTHSCI 3C04 , and Pass in NURSING 3QQ3  and registration in the B.Sc.N. Post Diploma R.P.N. Stream; or minimum grade of C- in NURSING 3V03 , and HTHSCI 3PF1 , and a Pass in NURSING 3ZB3 , 3QQ3 , and registration in the B.Sc.N. Accelerated (F) Stream; or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4L02
 

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