May 20, 2024  
Crown College 2023-2024 Catalog 
    
Crown College 2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Middle School Education

  
  • MED 454 - Student Teaching: Middle School Communication Arts and Literature


    4 Credits
    SPRING

    Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school communication arts and literature endorsement or grades 5-6 for secondary communication arts and literature education majors. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school communication arts and literature classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching

    Corequisite: EDU 456  
  
  • MED 455 - Student Teaching: Middle School Science


    4 Credits
    SPRING

    Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school science endorsement or grades 5-6 for secondary science education majors. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school science classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.

    Corequisite: EDU 456  
  
  • MED 456 - Student Teaching: Middle School Social Studies


    4 Credits
    SPRING

    Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school social studies endorsement or grades 5-6 for secondary social studies education majors. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school social studies classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching

    Corequisite: EDU 456  
  
  • MED 457 - Student Teaching: Middle School Math


    4 Credits
    SPRING

    Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school math endorsement.  Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school math classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching

    Corequisite: EDU 456  

Ministry

  
  • MIN 5210 - Management & Administration of Christian Ministry


    3 Credits
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the personal qualities and professional skills essential for administrative leadership in the local church context. Students investigate pastoral leadership and church management theories as well as the practical dynamics related to the administrative process.

  
  • MIN 5215 - Pastoral Counseling


    3 Credits
    This course is designed to help students become more knowledgeable, effective, and sensitive pastors when ministering to persons in need. Students are equipped to care for God’s people and to provide counsel in a variety of contexts. (Course Fee)

  
  • MIN 5218 - Social & Cultural Foundations for Ministry


    3 Credits
    This course will prepare students to analyze the social and cultural factors influencing people’s behavior and development in an era of globalization.  Students will be equipped to analyze global contexts for the purpose of connecting with local people and meeting their needs.  (Also INT 5218 )

  
  • MIN 5228 - Transformational Leadership Strategies


    3 Credits
    This course integrates self-leadership and organizational health for transformation and renewal. This is a practical course with embedded applications as students evaluate their own organizations according to the disciplines of clarity, focus, accountability, measurable progress, and evaluation. Students will be equipped to lead organizations into new seasons of success and impact.

  
  • MIN 5230 - Teaching for Ministry


    3 Credits
    A study of the process of teaching and learning as it relates to using the Bible for the purpose of Christian formation and discipleship in a variety of educational contexts.

  
  • MIN 5310 - Foundations of Church Planting


    3 Credits
    This course explores the biblical imperatives for church multiplication. It equips the student to investigate, analyze, and understand cultural settings in both contemporary and post-modern America, as well as diverse overseas settings. This understanding is then applied to the construction of appropriate church planting strategies. Emphasis will be placed on devising strategy for church planting movements where churches continually plant churches.

  
  • MIN 5312 - Gospel Ministry in Global Cities


    3 Credits
    This course examines systemic issues such as poverty, racism, and justice as they apply to Gospel Ministry in urban centers around the globe. Students will learn about relational discipleship and community engagement with the goal of transformative interaction with residents, multi-ethnic ministry and urban apologetics. (Also INT 5312 )

  
  • MIN 5414 - Contemporary Issues in Hmong Ministry


    3 Credits
    This course investigates historical and contemporary trends in Hmong ministry both in the United States and in other contexts. The practical implications of providing leadership, pastoral care, teaching, and discipleship in Hmong ministry contexts is explored in light of these historical and contemporary trends.

  
  • MIN 5502 - Ministry Residency I


    3 Credits
    Students will be coached by a qualified mentor and will be engaged in ministry for at least 112.5 hours. Character and Ministry competencies will be established for the resident’s spiritual and career formation. Healthy churches are the principle sites for these residencies by permission only.  Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  
  • MIN 5504 - Ministry Residency II


    3 Credits
    This course is a continuation of MIN 5502 - Ministry Residency I . Additional Character and Ministry Competencies will be established in this residency. Healthy churches are the principle sites for these residencies by permission only.  Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  
  • MIN 5505 - Ministry Residency IA


    1.5 Credits
    Students will be coached by a qualified mentor and will be engaged in ministry for at least 57 hours. Character and Ministry competencies will be established for the resident’s spiritual and career formation. Healthy churches are the principal sites for these residencies by permission only. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  
  • MIN 5506 - Ministry Residency IB


    1.5 Credits
    Students will be coached by a qualified mentor and will be engaged in ministry for at least 57 hours. Character and Ministry competencies will be established for the resident’s spiritual and career formation. Healthy churches are the principal sites for these residencies by permission only. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Prerequisite: MIN 5505  

  
  • MIN 5507 - Ministry Residency IIA


    1.5 Credits
    This course is a continuation of MIN 5505 - Ministry Residency IA  and MIN 5506 - Ministry Residency IB . Additional Character and Ministry Competencies will be established in this residency. Healthy churches are the principal sites for these residencies by permission only. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Prerequisite: MIN 5505  and MIN 5506  

  
  
  • MIN 5510 - The Biblical Communicator


    3 Credits
    Through this course students will develop their skills in interpreting Scripture and in communicating biblical truth one-on-one, in small groups/teams and in large groups. Attention will be given to the historical, grammatical and literary study of biblical passages in their contexts and to the unique communication skills required for connecting one-on-one, with a small group and in large groups.

  
  • MIN 5512 - Facilitating Spiritual Formation


    3 Credits
    Through this course students will identify their place on the spiritual journey and develop skills to help people grow spiritually. Attention will be given to the divine dynamic of spiritual formation, to models of spiritual formation, to spiritual disciplines, and to tools for directing others in spiritual formation via one-on-one mentoring, small groups, and/or establishing a spiritual growth program.

  
  • MIN 5513 - Outreach Oriented Leader


    3 Credits
    Through this course students will develop some of the necessary skills for establishing an outreach-oriented ministry, for transitioning a ministry to be outreach oriented and for perpetuating an outreach oriented ministry. Attention will be given to the biblical basis for personal, local and global outreach, entrepreneurial leadership, transformational leadership and contextualized outreach.

  
  • MIN 5514 - Managing Change and Conflict


    3 Credits
    Through this course students will examine the role of the pastor as an agent of change. Emphasis will be upon change and its impact upon the church. Topics will include conflict management/resolution, criticism, etc. In addition, the cultural and religious changes occurring within society and the role of the church in addressing them will be discussed.

  
  • MIN 5515 - Ministry in Small Group Context


    3 Credits
    This course investigates biblical and organizational principles of ministry in small group contexts, emphasizing ministry within a relational model of the group. Students will develop practical skills in developing and leading small group ministries.

  
  • MIN 5821 - Philosophy of Christian Ministry


    3 Credits
    An advanced examination of contemporary philosophical issues in educational ministry with the goal of helping students develop a cohesive statement of one’s philosophy of ministry. Students will synthesize their thinking about what it means to help disciples know, learn, and live out the truth in their context.

  
  • MIN 5881 - Chaplaincy in the Graduate Context I


    3 Credits
    Partnering with the Institute for Clinical Pastoral Training (ICPT) on their external site, students who complete the supervised mentoring process successfully will be eligible for a graduate certificate of completion from ICPT for CPE Unit 1. Students will become familiar with a variety of reflection tools through readings, research and other articles, case studies, and activities in which they reflect upon and apply the information learned. (Course Fee) By permission only.

  
  • MIN 5882 - Chaplaincy in the Graduate Context II


    3 Credits
    Partnering with the Institute for Clinical Pastoral Training (ICPT) on their external site, students who complete the supervised mentoring process successfully will be eligible for a graduate certificate of completion from ICPT for CPE Unit 1. Students will become familiar with a variety of reflection tools through readings, research and other articles, case studies, and activities in which they reflect upon and apply the information learned. (Course Fee) By permission only.

  
  • MIN 5890 - Independent Study


    1-3 Credits
    This course is an intensive, supervised investigation of a ministry topic by an individual student. Enrollment and topic selection are by permission of the instructor and department chair.

  
  • MIN 6211 - Spiritual Formation for Leaders


    3 Credits
    A study of biblical principles and methods of spiritual growth, character formation, discipleship, and equipping Christian believers for leadership in business and non-profit organizations. The goal of this course is to equip students in spiritual formation practices to prepare others for care-giving and leadership.

  
  • MIN 6214 - Advanced Homiletics


    3 Credits
    This course examines contemporary issues in preaching so that students can use advanced strategies to communicate Gospel-centered messages in contexts that are increasingly pluralistic and postmodern.  

  
  • MIN 6698 - Special Topics in Ministry Leadership


    1-3 Credits
    A graduate course that addresses an area of ministry leadership specialization on an elective basis.

  
  • MIN 6909 - Calling and Vocational Assessment I


    1 Credits
    Students complete an initial assessment of their calling and vocational interests and then meet with a mentor to discuss their future plans as they relate to emphasis track selection, the supervised practicum, and vocational aspirations. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  
  • MIN 6911 - Calling and Vocational Assessment II


    1 Credits
    Students respond to their experience in this degree program, personal assessments, and mentor input to develop a personal statement of calling and vocational identity.
      Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Prerequisite: MIN 6909  

  
  • MIN 6920 - Supervised Capstone Project I


    3 Credits
    Students engage in a supervised ministry experience, or they may be approved to work with a mentor to complete a practical ministry project. The primary goal of this semester-long course is to develop a plan for equipping ministry leaders for a specific context. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  
  • MIN 6922 - Supervised Capstone Project II


    3 Credits
    Students engage in a supervised ministry experience, or they may be approved to work with a mentor to complete a practical ministry project. The primary goal of this semester-long course is to develop a plan for life-long learning. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.


Marketing

  
  • MRK 312 - Promotion—Reaching the Market


    3 Credits
    ARR

    Topics cover all key elements of the promotional quadrant of marketing, from advertising strategy, media selection, agency selection and role, measurement and assessment.

  
  • MRK 314 - Marketing Communication


    3 Credits
    ARR

    Skill sets and approaches to both marketing and business communication functions are introduced. Business communication applications, promotional strategies, role and limitations of advertising, public relations and publicity, consumer listening posts and feedback, are included topics.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 3524  

  
  • MRK 316 - Marketing Analytics


    3 Credits
    FALL

    In this course students will learn current marketing analytics methods and tools, the role of data analytics in marketing and apply predictive models to strategic decision making in marketing.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 3526  and MRK 4528  

    Prerequisite: BUS 214  

  
  • MRK 347X - Advertising Design


    3 Credits
    FALL

    Students engage the use of varied media applied to an advertising campaign. Functional application coupled with thorough design principles will assist the student to understand what is required to solve problems at this creative level. (Also COM 347X )

    Offered alternate years (odd)

  
  • MRK 348X - Social Media


    3 Credits
    SPRING

    In this course, students will learn how to create engagement in various social media platforms, create content for these platforms, as well as gauge success in them. In addition, students will learn how to manage content as well as study these platforms in the context of the internet. (Also COM 348X )

    Offered alternate years (even)

  
  • MRK 353 - Digital and Internet Marketing


    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course is an introduction to digital marketing.  The course will expose students to many of the current tools and platforms of the digital marketing arena including search engine optimization, SMS text, e-mail marketing, blogs, YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.  In class discussions, case studies, lecture and a hands-on digital marketing project will be used to engage students in course content.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

    Prerequisite: BUS 350  

  
  • MRK 411 - Marketing in a Global Arena


    3 Credits
    ARR

    This course is an overview of international marketing and considers the powerful economic, technological, industrial, political, and demographic forces that are converging to build the foundation of a global marketplace in a dynamic and changing world. Projects involving international marketing are conducted.

  
  • MRK 413 - Trends in Consumer Behavior


    3 Credits
    ARR

    This course examines the changing process of selling and buying impacted by technology and competition. It offers an examination of markets and the factors influencing market development. A thorough study of individual consumer’s behavior and understanding the consumer in relation to the buying/selling process is a key component.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 3522  

  
  • MRK 414X - Emerging Media Technologies


    3 Credits
    FALL

    Students will develop the skillset to access new technologies and their function in the media. This hands-on experience with new technologies will drive a deeper understanding and innovative application for this creative field. (Also COM 414X )

    Offered alternate years (odd)

  
  • MRK 3520 - Principles of Marketing Research


    3 Credits
    This course focuses on the role of research in marketing decision making. Topics include defining research objectives, syndicated and secondary data sources of marketing information, exploratory research methods, survey research design, observational research techniques, experimental design, sampling procedures, data collection and analysis, and communicating research findings.

  
  • MRK 3522 - Consumer Behavior


    3 Credits
    This course describes and explains consumer behavior in retail markets. Topics include demographic, socioeconomic, psychographic, attitudinal, and group influences on consumer decision making. It will include applications to promotion, product design, distribution, pricing, and segmentation strategies.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 413  

  
  • MRK 3524 - Marketing Communications


    3 Credits
    This course examines the factors impacting consumers receptivity to marketing messages and purchase behavior. Developing competitive marketing strategies, persuasive messages, and appropriate media vehicles for delivering them are covered.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 314  

  
  • MRK 3526 - Introduction to e-Marketing


    3 Credits
    This course focuses on the application of marketing principles and techniques in an Internet world. Students will examine practical Web-based marketing communication strategies, including banner ads, search engine keyword campaigns, and online public relations. The course will also examine the use of social media such as networking, wikis, blogging, podcasting, etc. to create relationships, market products and services, create brand awareness, and drive customer loyalty.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 316  

  
  • MRK 4526 - Retail Marketing Management


    3 Credits
    This course critically analyzes the marketing processes and strategic decisions made by major retail firms directly or indirectly associated with the retailing industry. The course examines business challenges related to driving shareholder value through merchandising practices, inventory management, advertising and promotional techniques, and multichannel opportunities.

  
  • MRK 4528 - Marketing Data and Analysis


    3 Credits
    This course develops skills needed to manage, evaluate, analyze, and display marketing data. Topics include data coding, data analysis using statistical software, attitude measurement and scaling, graphic display of data, data-driven market segmentation, and competitor analysis.

    This course is equivalent to: MRK 316  


Music

  
  • MUS 152 - Class Voice


    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This course will help students learn about and begin to develop habits and skills that are appropriate for healthy vocal production. The course is designed to fit the needs of students with little or no vocal training but with a desire to develop their musicianship and vocal skills.

    This course is equivalent to: MUS 1522  

  
  • MUS 155 - Guitar Class


    1 Credits
    ARR

    Applied guitar in a class situation.

  
  • MUS 164 - Music Fundamentals for Worship Leading


    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course provides students with basic knowledge of the notation and construction of music with particular emphasis on application to contemporary corporate worship contexts. Topics will include common scales, intervals, chords, and rhythms as well as rudimentary aural skills and compositional techniques. 

    Offered alternate years (odd)

  
  • MUS 217 - Song Writing


    3 Credits
    ARR

    A course to develop the skills of melody and lyric writing with emphasis on expressions of the Christian experience. Students will study classic and current songs in terms of language, structure, and marriage of text and tune. Resources will include guest songwriters from the area. Collaboration is encouraged among class members and selected songs will be performed in a public setting at the end of the course. Students will learn how to copyright their songs and to produce professional-looking lead sheets with words, lyrics and chord symbols using Finale®.

  
  • MUS 221 - Conducting


    2 Credits
    ARR

    This course focuses on conducting patterns, development of manual technique, and interpretation. Topics include conducting planes, pivot points, hand speed, style, preps, cues, cuts, fermatas, and other gestural basics. Emphasis is placed on the development of a conducting philosophy and leadership style with discussion around leadership traits, motivation, teamwork, and developing excellence in ensembles.

    Prerequisite: MUS 164  

  
  • MUS 231 - Worship Ministry in the Church


    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course provides an overview of worship ministry in the corporate setting and in the life of the leader. Students will explore their own paradigms of worship ministry as well as gain an appreciation of other worship paradigms. Historical traditions and current trends of worship ministry will be studied, including music styles and the broader role of the arts in the local church. The interaction between worship and today’s culture will also be addressed.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

  
  • MUS 232 - Technology in Worship


    3 Credits
    FALL

    The majority of this course will focus on basic and advanced sound reinforcement from both a theoretical and practical perspective. A general introduction of video will cover both live video used in services and video editing/production. Use of lighting in services will also be addressed.

    Offered alternate years (even)

  
  • MUS 235X - Music and the Arts


    3 Credits
    ARR

    This course introduces the student to music and the arts in Western Civilization. Chronologically based, the course deals with stylistic features, philosophical thought, composers, and artists and their representative works. (Also FAR 235X )

  
  • MUS 308 - Worship Planning and Administration


    3 Credits
    SPRING

    Students study and implement strategies for successful planning in Worship Arts ministry. Emphasis will be given to both the business and relational aspects of administration and planning. Topics of study include budgeting, scheduling, vision development and long-term ministry growth plans, working with volunteers, and worship team dynamics.

    Offered alternate years (even)

  
  • MUS 342X - Biblical Perspectives of Worship


    3 Credits
    ARR

    This course is a study of biblical, theological, historical, and philosophical aspects of Christian corporate worship. A wide spectrum of Christian traditions will be studied as well as the relationship of personal to corporate worship. The individual elements of the worship service, including music, will be studied in light of the above aspects.

    This course is equivalent to: BIB 4586  and CM 4586  and FAR 4586    

    (Course also listed as BIB 342X )

    Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X  or BIB 136X /HIS 136X  

  
  • MUS 1522 - Class Voice Lessons


    1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    This course will help students develop habits and skills that are appropriate for healthy vocal production. The course is designed for students with little or no vocal training who desire to develop their musical and vocal skills.  Course content will include the fundamentals of speech and singing, the vocal process, vocal technique and how to learn and perform simple songs. Can be taken up to 3 times.

    This course is equivalent to: MUS 152  


Music - Music Performance

  
  • MUS 160 - Applied Lessons


    0-1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    Applied lessons on a private basis. May be repeated. In certain circumstances, music majors may elect to take applied lessons for two credits with approval of the department. Additional requirements and fees will apply. Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading for zero credit lessons.

    Private lessons may be offered at the freshman level on the following instruments:

    MUS 160A Applied Private Voice
    MUS 160B Applied Private Piano
    MUS 160E Applied Private Flute
    MUS 160Q Applied Private Guitar


  
  • MUS 260 - Applied Lessons


    1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    Applied lessons on a private basis. May be repeated. In certain circumstances, music majors may elect to take applied lessons for two credits with approval of the department. Additional requirements and fees will apply.

    Private lessons may be offered at the sophomore level on the following instruments:

    MUS 260A Applied Private Voice
    MUS 260B Applied Private Piano
    MUS 260E Applied Private Flute
    MUS 260Q Applied Private Guitar

     

    Prerequisite: MUS 160  

  
  • MUS 360 - Applied Lessons


    1 Credits
    ARR

    Applied lessons on a private basis. May be repeated. In certain circumstances, music majors may elect to take applied lessons for two credits with approval of the department. Additional requirements and fees will apply.

    Private lessons may be offered at the junior level on the following instruments:

     

    MUS 360A Applied Private Voice
    MUS 360B Applied Private Piano
    MUS 360E Applied Private Flute
    MUS 360Q Applied Private Guitar

     

    Prerequisite: MUS 260  

  
  • MUS 460 - Applied Lessons


    1 Credits
    ARR

    Applied lessons on a private basis. May be repeated. In certain circumstances, music majors may elect to take applied lessons for two credits with approval of the department. Additional requirements and fees will apply.

    Private lessons are offered at all proficiency levels on the following instruments:

     

    MUS 460A Applied Private Voice
    MUS 460B Applied Private Piano
    MUS 460E Applied Private Flute
    MUS 460Q Applied Private Guitar


    Prerequisite: MUS 360  


Music - Performance Organizations

  
  • MUS 201 - Worship Team Participation I


    1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    Worship Ministry students will gain experience through participation on one of Crown’s Chapel Worship or Travel Worship Teams. Students will engage in planning and executing worship sets. 

  
  • MUS 202 - Worship Team Participation II


    1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    Worship Ministry students will gain experience through participation on one of Crown’s Chapel Worship or Travel Worship Teams. Students will engage in planning and executing worship sets, making transitions with prayer and Scripture, and working together as a team.

    Prerequisite: MUS 201  

  
  • MUS 203 - Worship Team Participation III


    1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    Worship Ministry students will gain experience through participation on one of Crown’s Chapel Worship or Travel Worship Teams. Students will engage in planning and executing worship sets, making transitions with prayer and Scripture, working together as a team, developing leadership skills, and assessing the worship time.

    Prerequisite: MUS 202  

  
  • MUS 366 - Women’s Choir


    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This choir is chosen by audition during the first week of school. Their repertoire is chosen specifically for chapel services and other campus activities. Emphasis is on vocal training.

  
  • MUS 368 - Men’s Choir


    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This choir is chosen by approval of the conductor. Repertoire covers a variety of historical periods and genres. Performance are scheduled for both on and off campus concerts and events. Emphasis is placed on vocal training and ensemble performance.

  
  • MUS 377 - Ministry Teams


    0-1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    These traveling music ensembles are comprised of vocalists and instrumentalists who represent Crown College in a variety of venues including churches and schools.

  
  • MUS 383 - Crown College Choir


    0-1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    A choral ensemble of men and women, the Crown College Choir performs several major campus concerts during each academic year. The Choir also performs in chapel services, the annual Christmas at Crown, run-out concerts throughout the year and periodic tours. Repertoire is of high quality and is chosen to represent a wide range of historical periods and styles.  


Nursing

  
  • NUR 301 - Foundations of Professional Nursing


    5 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus on the development of student’s knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for professional nursing practice. Competencies necessary to provide holistic care to a diverse client population throughout the life span will be introduced. Clinical reasoning and clinical judgment will be used as a systematic guide to client-centered care that incorporates social determinants of health and health equity. Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department

  
  • NUR 308 - Health Assessment


    4 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus on the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for a comprehensive nursing health assessment. Assessment skills presented in the course will be practiced and tested for competency in the laboratory setting. 

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department

  
  • NUR 311 - Health Care Informatics


    3 Credits
    This course will provide an introduction to the concepts and practices of informatics in the health care environment. Content will focus on various forms of electronic communication and ways to use it more effectively in health care delivery. Methods for multidisciplinary communication within the health care team and guidelines for effective documentation in a variety of health care settings will be covered, along with regulatory and accreditation requirements. 

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  

  
  • NUR 315 - Pharmacology


    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus upon the principles of pharmacology. Students will learn drug prototypes from major categories, their actions, therapeutic use, and adverse effects. Nursing implications will be integrated to reinforce the relationship between pharmacologic knowledge and nursing practice.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Nursing Department or consent of instructor.

  
  • NUR 321 - Medical - Surgical Nursing I


    5 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will focus on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of adult health nursing.  Students will demonstrate clinical reasoning and apply clinical judgement to facilitate holistic care for adults exhibiting a human response to actual or potential health problems with consideration to social determinants of health and health equity. Nursing care is provided through the application of the six focused areas of the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) model. Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308  and NUR 315  

  
  • NUR 328 - Healthcare Evidence-Based Practice


    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will introduce students the process of applying validated research to inform quality healthcare practice. Students will be provided with a foundation of the research process including an overview of healthcare research, steps in the research process, research designs, research methodology, data collection and analysis, ethical issues related to human research, and application of research to healthcare practice. Emphasis will be placed on utilizing evidence-based practices to provide safe and effective patient care.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308  and NUR 315  

  
  • NUR 332 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing


    4 Credits
    FALL

    This course will introduce students to the nursing care of individuals suffering from acute and chronic mental health disorders. Students will apply a nursing process model to promote optimal mental and physical health well-being to a diverse client population with consideration to social determinants of health and health equality. Nursing care is provided through the application of the six focused areas of the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) model Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 NUR 308  and NUR 315 

  
  • NUR 344 - Nursing as Ministry


    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will explore what it means to be a Christian nurse from an interprofessional perspective. Starting with the foundations of nursing as ministry, to fulfilling your scared calling to nursing, applying clinical judgment and ministry to prepare for nursing as ministry at home and abroad, concepts will be explored through clinical reasoning and personal reflection exercises. Developing a personal commitment to nursing as ministry will focus on caring for one’s spiritual self, caring for one another with Christ’s light, mentoring in the example of Christ, and Christian-based leadership in nursing.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308  and NUR 315  

  
  • NUR 374 - Clinical Internship


    .5 Credits
    ARR

    This course will provide clinical learning opportunities to encourage application of clinical judgment to facilitate holistic care to diverse populations with consideration to social determinants of health and health equity. The internship is in collaboration with clinical partners within Minnesota to bridge the gap between school and practice. Unpaid. Note: This course is optional. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Prerequisite: NUR 321  

  
  • NUR 381 - Clinical Internship


    1 Credits
    ARR

    This course will provide clinical learning opportunities to encourage application of clinical judgment to facilitate holistic care to diverse populations with consideration to social determinants of health and health equity. The internship is in collaboration with clinical partners within Minnesota to bridge the gap between school and practice. Paid. Note: This course is optional. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Prerequisite:  NUR 321  

  
  • NUR 415 - Community and Public Health Nursing


    4 Credits
    FALL

    This course will introduce concepts of community and public health nursing using a population-focused nursing process with consideration to social determinants of health and health equality. Recommended competencies for community and public health nursing will be incorporated to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MBON) requirements to prepare new graduate nurses to assume roles in the community setting. Nursing care is provided through the application of the six focused areas of the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) model in a variety of community settings. Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308 , NUR 315 , NUR 321 NUR 328 , NUR 332  and NUR 344 

  
  • NUR 418 - Maternal-Newborn and Pediatric Nursing


    5 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of maternal-newborn and pediatric nursing. Students will apply clinical judgment to facilitate holistic care to a diverse population of women, children, and families with consideration to social determinants of health and health equity. Nursing care is provided through the application of the six focused areas of the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) model. Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308 NUR 315 , NUR 321 , NUR 328 NUR 332  and NUR 344  

  
  • NUR 422 - Medical - Surgical Nursing II


    5 Credits
    FALL

    This course will continue focus on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of adult health nursing. Students will apply clinical judgment to facilitate holistic care for adults exhibiting a human response to actual or potential health problems with consideration to social determinants of health and health equity. Nursing care is provided through the application of the six focused areas of the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) model. Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 NUR 308 NUR 315 NUR 321 , NUR 328 NUR 332  and NUR 344  

  
  • NUR 433 - Medical - Surgical Nursing III


    5 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will focus on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of adult health nursing. Students will apply clinical judgment to identify complex client needs and facilitate holistic care for adults exhibiting a human response to actual or potential health problems with consideration to social determinants of health and health equity. Nursing care is provided through the application of the six focused areas of the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) model.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308 , NUR 315 , NUR 321 NUR 328 NUR 332  and NUR 344  
      

  
  • NUR 435 - Nursing Leadership


    4 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will explore theories of leadership and management and the role of the nurse leader in the health care system.  Concepts related to promotion of patient safety, quality care, and professional resilience will be presented and explored through real-life application in clinical settings. Special emphasis will be given to the biblical view of successful leadership. Nursing fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 NUR 308 NUR 315 NUR 321 NUR 328 NUR 332 NUR 344 NUR 415 NUR 418  and NUR 422  

  
  • NUR 442 - Advanced Senior Simulations


    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course is designed to prepare students to assume the role of new graduate nurse. Through simulation, the student will utilize knowledge, skills and attitudes (KSAs) necessary to continuously improve the quality and safety in the healthcare setting. Focus will be placed on the six IOM/QSEN competencies of: Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Patient-Centered Care, Safety, Teamwork and Collaboration, Quality Improvement, and Nursing Informatics.

    Prerequisite: NUR 321  and NUR 422 . Must be taken concurrently with NUR 433  in the spring semester of the senior year.

  
  • NUR 450 - NCLEX Preparation


    1 Credits
    SPRING

    This course is meant to prepare students to take the NCLEX-RN examination after successfully completing all required courses for graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BS in Nursing) from Crown College. Focus will be placed on further development of critical thinking and clinical judgement skills reflective of minimum-competency, entry-level nursing. Test-taking strategies will be discussed and practiced preparing students for CAT (Computer Adaptive Test). Attendance is required for an on-site NCLEX-RN review course. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 308 , NUR 315 , NUR 321 NUR 328 , NUR 332 , NUR 344 NUR 415 NUR 418  and NUR 422 

  
  • NUR 3510 - Concepts of Professional Nursing


    3 Credits
    This course allows the students to critically evaluate the use of nursing-related theory in professional Christian nursing practice. Students will focus on classical nursing theories as a basis for providing care for individuals and aggregates. Students will apply nursing theory to develop effective biblically-based professional nursing characteristics. 

    Prerequisite: Unencumbered RN license.

  
  • NUR 3520 - Concepts in Global Health Nursing


    3 Credits
    This course will focus on the analysis of theories, principles, and research related to transcultural health care.  Students will develop an awareness of the biological, psychological, spiritual, and sociological aspects of clients from multiple cultural groups and identify their specific health care values and practices.

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  

  
  • NUR 4610 - Public Health Nursing


    6 Credits
    This course will focus on factors that affect the health and well-being of communities and populations. Theories and concepts of community health nursing related to health promotion and illness prevention of families and populations will be presented. Using Quad Council / Henry Street PH Nursing Competencies, the Public Health Nursing Intervention Wheel, and nursing process, students will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of clients and families in a variety of community-based settings. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  

  
  • NUR 4620 - Nursing Management and Leadership


    6 Credits
    This course will explore theories of leadership and management, and the role of the nurse manager/leader in the health care system.  Concepts related to change; communication, conflict, organizational effectiveness, and professional nursing practice are presented.  Special emphasis will be given to the biblical view of successful leadership/management.  Clinical experiences will provide students the opportunity to assume professional nursing roles (leader and peer educator) under the supervision of faculty, RN preceptors, clinical specialists and/or various levels of nurse managers in their clinical area of choice. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  


Organizational Leadership

  
  • ORG 5510 - Foundations of Organization Theory


    3 Credits
    Students will consider the foundational study of the major contemporary conceptual approaches to organizational structure, organizational culture, organizational change, and organizational processes. A case study approach will be used to demonstrate the application of abstract concepts of organizational theory to leadership practices.

  
  • ORG 5512 - Organizational Behavior


    3 Credits
    Students will study the behavior of individuals and groups in organizations. Major theoretical positions and research findings are examined with an emphasis on the implications for organizational design and management practice.

  
  • ORG 5513 - Organizational Development


    3 Credits
    This course focuses on the application of behavior science theory and research to the theory and practice of organizational change. Emphasis will be placed upon the management of change and the resistance to change at individual and group levels.

  
  • ORG 5514 - Ethical Leadership


    3 Credits
    This course examines from a Christian perspective basic ethical dilemmas and problems that have arisen in the practice of organizational leadership. The impact of ethics and values on leadership and organizational culture will be addressed.

  
  • ORG 5515 - Organizational Administration


    3 Credits
    This course covers critical organizational leadership issues such as creating a mission statement, charting the vision and course, forecasting and evaluating progress to date, financial analysis, controlling resources and risk, and project management.

  
  • ORG 5996 - Graduate Business Internship


    3 Credits
    The Graduate Business Internship provides the student with a professional work experience in an organizational environment. The internship is an extension of the curriculum and provides meaningful experience related to the student’s area of interest. The internship responsibilities must be approved in advance by a program director. The student is supervised within the work setting and also by a faculty member. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. (Also MBA 5996 )


Physical Education - Activity Electives

  
  • PED 100 - Lifetime Wellness


    1 Credits
    SPRING

    This course focuses on the importance of wellness, from a spiritual base, and how individuals can achieve a state of wellness in their lives. Students are expected to engage in a program of regular physical activity during the semester. Contents include the health-related components of physical fitness, nutrition, and stress management. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

  
  • PED 102 - Personal Fitness


    1 Credits
    FALL

    This course is an introduction to personal fitness that includes the practice of safe, efficient, and effective methods to strengthen and improve the body’s cardiovascular and muscular systems. Students are expected to attend class, participate, and give their full effort.

    This course is equivalent to: PED 1020  

    Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

 

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