HSC 111
4 credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing program
The principles of human anatomy and physiology are the focus of this course. Selected organ systems are examined in detail with emphasis on the relationship between anatomy and physiology. The cell biology and histology including the chemical processes that occur in cells will be included. The relationship between structure and function will be discussed and concepts such as pathophysiology and homeostasis will be introduced with each system. This course builds on basic knowledge from biology (grade 12) and chemistry (grade 11). The course will use both lecture and laboratory sessions to enhance the learning outcomes associated with the course content.
HSC 113
4 credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program; HSC 111
The principles of human anatomy and physiology are the focus of this course. Selected organ systems are examined in detail with emphasis on the relationship between anatomy and physiology. The cell biology and histology including the chemical processes that occur in cells will be included. The relationship between structure and function will be discussed and concepts such as pathophysiology and homeostasis will be introduced with each system. This course builds on basic knowledge from biology (grade 12) and chemistry (grade11). The course will use both lecture and laboratory sessions to enhance the learning outcomes associated with the course content.
HSC 116
2 credits
Pharmacotherapeutics
Prerequisite(s): HSC 111 and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
In this course, concepts and principles of pharmacotherapeutics will be presented. Key drug classifications will be discussed in relationship to pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and their effects on particular body systems.
HSC 210
3 credits
Pathophysiology I
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program; HSC 113, HSC 116
This course introduces the study of the physiology of alterations in health. Students will build on existing knowledge of human anatomy and physiology by examining pathophysiological states. Physiologic changes and responses to illness are addressed in four separate units which encompass the effects of illness on selected body systems and functions. Related microbiology, immunology and pharmacology content will be integrated throughout each unit to reflect the interrelated and holistic nature of the body's response to illness.
HSC 212
3 credits
Pathophysiology II
Prerequisite(s): HSC 210
This course is a continuation of the study of physiology of alterations in health. Students will build on existing knowledge of pathophysiology presented in Pathophysiology I (HSC 210). Physiologic changes and responses to illness are addressed in four separate units encompassing the effects of illness on selected body systems and functions. Related content of microbiology, immunology and pharmacology will be integrated throughout each unit to capture the interrelated and holistic nature of the body's response to illness.
HSC 310
3 credits
Ethics in Health Care
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in the Bachelor of Science Nursing program; NURS 220 or NURS 230
This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth study of ethics as it applies to the nursing profession. The course activities will facilitate exploration of numerous ethical problems in nursing and the role of the nurse in working toward the resolution of ethical conflict. The content will examine theories and principles of health care ethics, basic decision making processes in ethics, morality and moral decision making, and a detailed discussion of ethical issues in nursing from both a professional and interdisciplinary perspective. Selected case studies will be reviewed and reflected upon as situations for the application of ethical decision making.
HSC 312
3 credits
Canadian Health Care System
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program; one of NURS 306, NURS 220, or NURS 230
Health care systems in Canada are undergoing tremendous transition. This is a result of royal commissions and task forces studying the need for health care delivery reform in the 1960’s carrying through to the 1990’s. It has taken the current crisis in the financing of health care delivery to stimulate health reform initiatives across Canada. As nursing professionals, students in this class bring with them experience, motivation, and a desire to learn more about the Canadian health care system and the changes occurring in it. This course builds on knowledge developed from previous courses and experience.
HSC 410
3 credits
Health Law
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program; NURS 306
This course is designed to allow the students to develop an understanding of the origin and sources of the law as it applies to the Canadian health care system. The course will stimulate an appreciation for legal terminology, reasoning, and processes as well as the basic principles of law which apply to and govern the delivery of health care services in Canada. It is also designed to develop an ability to identify the legal aspects of health care practice, governance and administration as well as an ability to determine when and how to use legal counsel effectively.
