University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Sep 06, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

NURS 498 - Independent Study

(1 to 6 units)
Opportunity for students to master areas of knowledge through independent organization and assimilation of materials under guidance of faculty advisors.

Maximum units a student may earn: 6

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Units of Independent Study: 1-6
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. analyze evidence-based best practices associated with a particular nursing topic.
2. apply nursing knowledge from a focused area of nursing inquiry.
3. describe the ways in which completion of the competencies outlined in the independent learning contract will be integrated into the student’s nursing practice.


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