Academic Courses
Course Descriptions
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NURS 102 | Nursing Informatics | (1-0) 1 Cr. Hrs. |
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to computers and their use in healthcare. Technology and internet applications will be discussed and utilized as tools for the nursing student and nurse to provide optimal patient care. Medical terminology and keyboarding skills are introduced and reinforced.
Prerequisites
(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)
- Acceptance to the Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum for the forthcoming year.
Course Competencies
Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- Identify the role of computer technology in education and health care.
- Explain the student and nurse's ethical and legal responsibilities associated with the use of computer technology in education and health care.
- Demonstrate effective use of selected computer technology and the internet.
- Demonstrate accuracy of medical terminology and keyboarding skills.
Note: This course may not be offered every semester.
Please check the NURS section of the current course schedule for availability.