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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings. Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.
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Course Title: Vocational Nursing
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Course Prefix & Number: VNSG 1400
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Section Number: 100
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Term Code: 192S
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Semester Credit Hours: 4
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Lecture Hours: 64
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Lab Hours: 0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
The Vocational Nursing program is fully approved by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) and is a certificate program. This program is designed to prepare entry-level practitioners to provide direct care to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed physician. Emphasis is placed upon the ability to make sound judgements based on the knowledge of scientific principles and the ability to utilize technical skills in a variety of setting.
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Course Prerequisite(s): none
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o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
o - Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
x - WECM Course
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Name of Instructor:
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Alice Hupp, BSN,RN
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainesville 2411-J
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Telephone Number:
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940 668-7731 ext 4356
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E-mail Address:
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ahupp@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Office: 10-4
VNSG1420 4-8
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9-4
Assisting with Skills as needed
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8-4
VNSG 8-4
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Office Hours
By appointment:
Online or in person
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9-12 by appointment: Online or in person
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REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
Linton, A. D. Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing. 6th ed. (2016)
Critical Thinking Cases in Nursing 6th ed.
Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX Examination 7th ed.
Vocational Nursing Student Handbook
Computer with internet access
EAQ compatible with text
SimChart
Drug Reference
ATI Materials
COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Points Values
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7
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Unit exams
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70%
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multiple
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daily
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5%
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1
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Final exam
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25%
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GRADE DETERMINATION
A student must pass courses within the Vocational Nursing program with a minimum of a 77 to be given credit for that course. Letter Grades are assigned as follows:
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Score
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Letter
Grade
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90-100
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A
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80-89
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B
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77-79
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C
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60-76
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D
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59 and Below
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F
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INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS
o A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.
o Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.
x Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.
o Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.
PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.
DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT
To prepare Vocational Nursing students for licensure and advanced degrees in health sciences is the purpose of the department.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of Nursing in Health and Illness I course, the student will be able to:
1. Describe the psychosocial, growth and development, and physiological needs of clients across the life span. (DELC 1, 2, 3, 4) (SCANS 5)
2. Discuss the principles involved in the causes of disease and the body's response to disease. (DELC 1, 2, 3, 4) (SCANS 5)
3. Discuss the nurse's role in preventing and controlling the transmission of community acquired and nosocomial infections. (DELC 8, 9, 10) (SCANS 5)
4. Identify physical, mental, and emotional factors affecting the aging adult.
(DELC 1, 2, 3, 4) (SCANS 5)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION
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Topic
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General Description of Subject Matter
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Unit 1
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Healthcare Systems, Pt care settings, Legal/Ethical, Nurse-Pt relationship, Therapeutic Communication. Family Structure, Trans-Cultural Nursing
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Unit 2
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Health and Illness, Nutrition, Devel. Process ( Maslow, Erikson), Inflammation, Infection, Immunity
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Unit 3
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Geriatrics, Pain Management, Death, End of life care.
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Unit 4
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Nursing Process, Care Planning, Concept Mapping
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Unit 5
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Muscular- Skeletal Pathophysiology
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Unit 6
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Diabetes, Cancer
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Unit 7
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Mental Health and Illness & Disorders, Substance Abuse
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Last day to Withdraw
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April 3, 2020
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Student Rights & Responsibilities
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NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.
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Scholastic Integrity
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Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
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Disability Support
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The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth or Flower Mound Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville, Bowie or Graham Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
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Student Success Center
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The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops about Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, and much more. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
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Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Veterans Services
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The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of programs for students who need assistance in financing their education. The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA. For more information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office.
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