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BSc in Nursing Courses

Course CodeAcademic Unit (Department)Course Credit ValueCourse Description
NURS 1000NURS0.5Learners will review the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and begin to understand their role in transforming health systems and addressing Indigenous specific racism through theory and practice.
NURS 1001NURS0.5Introduction to professional nursing practice. Develops understanding and application of key principles essential for professional identity as a Registered Nurse, including self-regulation, accountability, ethical conduct, and professional integrity.
NURS 1002NURS0.5Comprehensive understanding of human body structure and function, emphasizing nursing and health assessment focus from cells to systems.
NURS 1003NURS0.5Foundational skills in patient management and human physical assessment for effective nursing care, focusing on patient-centered approaches, ethical decision-making, and interprofessional teamwork.
NURS 1004NURS0.25In-depth exploration of pharmacology for nursing. Covers drug effects, patient care roles, and practical application, guided by the CNO Foundational Standard, Medication.
NURS 1100NURS0.25Experiential learning lab connected to NURS 1000, offering application-based experiential learning connected to Indigenous health concepts.
NURS 1100NURS0.25Connects NURS 1004 theory with augmented reality, virtual reality, and simulation applications. Topics include patient management, protective equipment, and assessment techniques.
NURS 1200NURS0.5Clinical practicum introducing healthcare environment, focusing on applying theoretical nursing knowledge, policy understanding, and practice in an interdisciplinary context. Graded SAT/UNS.
NURS 1201NURS0.5Clinical practicum on chronic illness care, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills in assessment, documentation, and medication administration. Graded SAT/UNS.
NURS 2000NURS0.25Introduction to nursing community support systems, focusing on Ontario-based community care delivery models, harm reduction, epidemiology and navigating healthcare systems. Covers well child promotion and immunization.
NURS 2001NURS0.5Builds on NURS 1001, moves from understanding general role of a Registered Nurse to personal identity as a Registered Nurse. Incorporates Quality Assurance, Safety and Harm mitigation principals.
NURS 2002NURS0.25Advanced course on human anatomy and physiology, focusing on complex body system interactions and pathophysiology.
NURS 2003NURS0.5Advances from NURS 1003, integrates complex patient care management and systems focus, pharmacology, and consolidated nursing practice knowledge.
NURS 2004NURS0.25Deepens pharmacological knowledge and skills, focusing on complex aspects of pharmacology and its application in nursing practice. Introduces RN Prescribing.
NURS 2011NURS0.25Develops understanding of social determinants of health and their impact on health outcomes. Reviews specific populations to understand health beyond physiology.
NURS 2012NURS0.25Explores resilience, grit, and psychological safety in nursing, focusing on thriving under stress, reflecting on the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact, and developing personal resilience strategies.
NURS 2013NURS0.25Focuses on introduction and development of effective communication strategies in healthcare, including therapeutic, inter-professional, closed loop, conflict resolution and feedback skills.
NURS 2014NURS0.25Introduces Mental Health Nursing in Ontario, covering disease, diagnosis, care plans, pharmacological management, DSM-IV, and The Mental Health Act.
NURS 2016NURS0.25Introduces clinical informatics and health IT, covering coding, data management, electronic health records (EHRs), telehealth, wearables, and the impact of social determinants on technology access and usability.
NURS 2026NURS0.5Advanced data analytics and management in healthcare, including predictive modelling, statistical analysis, and constructing data mining workflows.
NURS 2036NURS0.5Techniques for integrating technology into clinical workflows, focusing on wearables, AI tools, and technology deployment challenges.
NURS 2046NURS0.5Evaluation, procurement, and project management of healthcare technologies, focusing on AI-specific metrics and implementation strategies.
NURS 2056NURS0.5Ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks around AI and data security in healthcare, examining technology’s impact on access and ethical deployment.
NURS 2100NURS0.25Expands on NURS 1100 with more complex patient management scenarios, using augmented reality, virtual reality, and simulation.
NURS 2108NURS0.25Advanced simulation lab, focusing on complex patient management and health assessment in various clinical scenarios.
NURS 2200NURS0.5Clinical practicum in mental health and maternal/child care, integrating complex assessments, documentation, and medication administration. Graded SAT/UNS.
NURS 2201NURS0.5Clinical practicum in acute illness care, applying advanced theoretical knowledge and practice in rapidly changing clinical scenarios. Graded SAT/UNS.
NURS 3000NURS0.25Explores research methodologies essential for evidence-based nursing practice, aiming to equip students with critical analysis, research ethics, and independent research skills.
NURS 3001NURS0.5Continued understanding of professional identity in a regulated profession. Incorporates role of leadership, advocacy and educator.
NURS 3002NURS0.25Directed studies integrating material from throughout the program in preparation for NCLEX exam writing.
NURS 3005NURS0.5Pediatrics and youth healthcare, covering physical, psychological, and social assessment, and family healthcare.
NURS 3006NURS0.5Comprehensive course on palliative and end-of-life care, covering symptom management, advanced care planning, MAiD and ethical considerations.
NURS 3010NURS0.25Care for maternal and newborn health, including lactation support, childbirth practices, and family healthcare assessment.
NURS 3016NURS0.25Fundamentals of AI and ML in healthcare, covering data classification, mining, ethical data use, and exploring AI/ML architectures.
NURS 3066NURS0.5Seminars and discussions on current Nursing Data Science topics.
NURS 3100NURS0.5Consolidated simulation lab for complex clinical scenario practice, supporting final clinical practicum preparation.
NURS 3101NURS0.5Consolidated simulation lab for complex clinical scenario practice, supporting final clinical practicum preparation.
NURS 3200NURS0.5Clinical practicum in pediatrics, focusing on complex care, assessments, and integrating pediatric healthcare principles. Graded SAT/UNS.
NURS 3201NURS1Students complete clinical placement to consolidate theory and application to advance toward graduation. Graded SAT/UNS.
NURS 4000NURS0.25Specific topics of current interest. Topics may vary from year to year.
NURS 4001NURS0.5Specific topics of current interest. Topics may vary from year to year.
NURS 4011NURS0.5An independent research project undertaken in the field and/or the laboratory, under the direct supervision of a faculty adviser. Evaluation is based on a written thesis.
NURS 4012NURS0.25An independent critical review and research proposal, using library resources, under the direct supervision of a Faculty advisor. Evaluation is based on a written report.
NURS 4112NURS0.25Seminars on current issues in Nursing.
NURS 4200NURS1Students complete clinical placement to consolidate theory and application to advance toward graduation. Graded SAT/UNS.