Dr. Rueben Walter, Dean

Science Building, Room 119
(254) 968-9781

The College of Science and Technology has three primary missions: first, to provide the courses in mathematics and natural and physical sciences that form an essential part of the core curriculum required of all University students; second, to provide supporting courses for students in other academic areas, such as education, business, and agriculture; and third, to provide the opportunity for students to concentrate their study in a major field of science, technology, or engineering. The College is strongly committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service to the University and to society.

Degree programs available in the College of Science and Technology feature considerable variety at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The range of programs includes those areas that provide the foundation required for professional fields such as medicine, dentistry, optometry, and pharmacy as well as specialized programs that are professionally oriented and lead to specific careers such as clinical laboratory science and nursing. It also includes mathematics, various sciences, engineering, computer science, and technology. The College of Science and Technology is organized into six departments:

I. Biological Sciences
II. Chemistry, Geoscience, and Environmental Science
III. Clinical Laboratory Sciences
IV. Engineering Technology
V. Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering, including the Division of Hydrology
VI. Nursing.

Please consult the section on Undergraduate Degree Requirements on pp. 37-39 for information about undergraduate degree requirements.

Department of Biological Sciences

Dr. John S. Calahan, Jr., Head

Science Building, Room 226
Box T-0100
(254) 968-9159

Professors: Calahan, Keith, Konvicka
Associate Professor: Sudman
Assistant Professors: Nelson, Pfau, Rathburn, Sanderford
Instructor: McReynolds

The Department of Biological Sciences offers two distinct four-year curricula that lead to the baccalaureate degree. These are the Bachelor of Science in Biology and the Bachelor of Science in Animal Biology. In addition, pre-professional programs are offered which include pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-physical therapy, and pre-pharmacy. Secondary teaching certificates may be obtained with Science Certification or Life Science Certification. The curricula are designed to maximize career opportunities at each particular level and to prepare students for various graduate and professional school programs.
A master of science degree is also offered. For further information, see the graduate section of this catalog.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN GENERAL BIOLOGY

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ANIMAL BIOLOGY

¹ This course counts toward the university core curriculum lab science requirement.
² See p. 248 for BIOL course descriptions.

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Students entering professional school prior to completing a degree at Tarleton may meet the Bachelor of Science degree requirement by (1) fulfilling the “Degree Requirements” as stated on pp. 37-39 and (2) transferring the necessary hours from an approved professional school of dentistry, medicine, or allied health for a minimum total of 128 hours.

SUGGESTED CURRICULUM FOR PRE-PHARMACY¹

¹ Requirements for different schools of pharmacy vary considerably. Students should seek counsel from the Pre-Pharmacy advisor in the Department of Biological Sciences prior to enrollment.

Department of Chemistry, Geoscience, and Environmental Science

Dr. Linda Schultz, Head

SCPL, Room 117
(254) 968-9143

Professors: Murry, Schultz, Walter
Associate Professors: Field, Low, Thompson
Assistant Professors: Rinard
Instructor: Nance

The Department of Chemistry, Geoscience, and Environmental Science offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry (with or without certification or as a pre-professional program) and the Bachelor of Science degree in Geoscience, with support areas in Geology, Environmental Science, and Earth Science, and teacher certification programs in Science. On the graduate level, a Master of Science degree in Environmental Science is offered. For further information about this program, see the graduate section of the catalog.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN CHEMISTRY

¹ PHYS 1224, 2424 required for BS in Chemistry without certification and for Teacher Certification, Physical Science (8-12).
² See p. 251 for CHEM course descriptions.
³ Possible supporting fields include Biology, Geoscience, Hydrology, Physics, Business Administration, and other fields approved by department heads involved.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN GEOSCIENCE

¹ See p. 305 for GEOL course descriptions.
² An approved Geology field course of 6 hours, to be taken during the summer at another approved university between the junior and senior years.
³ See p. 282 for E S course descriptions.

Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Dr. Karen Murray, Head

Schaffer Building
1501 Enderly Place
Fort Worth, Texas 76104
from campus: 7-0221
from off campus (817) 926-1101

Assistant Professors: Gunter, Lewis, Mitchell, Murray
Instructor: Reyes, Smith

The fourth year of the Clinical Laboratory Science degree/certificate program is completed at the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Terrell School of Medical Technology, located in Fort Worth, Texas. The certificate program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in cooperation with the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). The Department consists of a teaching center and twelve clinical affiliates. The teaching center is housed in the Schaffer Medical Technology Building in Fort Worth, which consists of four lecture rooms, four laboratories, a computer lab, and a library. The twelve clinical affiliates include: Arlington Memorial Hospital, Baylor-All Saints Medical Center, Baylor University Medical Center, Carter Blood Care, Cooks – Fort Worth Children’s Hospital, Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Harris Methodist HEB, Harris Methodist Southwest, Huguley Memorial Hospital, John Peter Smith Hospital of the Tarrant County Hospital District, Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas, and Plaza Medical Center. A continuous 15-month professional laboratory curriculum is offered, totaling 54 semester hours, with 10 months in the teaching center and 5 months in the clinical affiliate.

Sixteen students are admitted to the certification program in early January and July of each year, with application deadlines of the preceding September 1 and March 1, respectively. Admission is on a competitive basis. An overall minimum GPA of 2.5/4.00, with a minimum of 2.8 in science and math, is necessary. NAACLS specifies that prerequisite college courses and numbers of credits required shall be those necessary to ensure admission of individuals prepared for the educational program. Prerequisite content area includes general chemistry, organic and/or biochemistry, general biological sciences, microbiology, and mathematics. Survey courses do not qualify as fulfillment of chemistry and biological science prerequisites. Remedial mathematics courses will not satisfy the mathematics requirements.

Prerequisites for a degree in Clinical Laboratory Science:

Students entering the program from other universities must fulfill the degree requirements of their institution, and that institution must provide a statement of the acceptance of the 54 hours awarded by Tarleton State University for graduation requirements. By special arrangement prior to entrance, students may elect to receive the degree from their original college or university or from Tarleton State University.

Students who have already obtained a baccalaureate degree may also enter the program, provided they have met the NAACLS minimum requirements in biology, chemistry, and math.

Successful completion of courses will be determined with the maintenance of a grade of C or better in lecture and laboratory courses. All students are admitted on a probationary status and progressive academic achievement must be maintained.

Upon successful completion of the certificate program, the Bachelor of Science degree may also be awarded. The student is also eligible to challenge national board/credential examinations offered by various professional associations. For further information concerning the Clinical Laboratory Science program, contact:

Patricia A Smith, MT Advisor
Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
1501 Enderly Place
Fort Worth, TX 76104
phone (817) 926-1101

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

¹ See p. 253 for CLS course descriptions.
² Meets core curriculum lab science requirement.

Department of Engineering Technology

Dr. Tommy G. Barker, Head

Industrial Technology Building Room 100
(254) 968-9010

Professor: Barker
Associate Professor: Roderick
Assistant Professors: Fullingim, Mollick, Pippin,
Instructor: Smith

The Department of Engineering Technology offers programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology, a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Science, and a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree in Industrial Occupations.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
The Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology educates students in a wide range of manufacturing related areas: quality, ergonomics, production planning, management, control systems, productivity, automated systems, and computer modeling. The Manufacturing Engineering Technology courses are supplemented with a foundation of Industrial Technology courses and emphases in mathematics, statistics, and the sciences. A wide choice of electives compliments the degree, allowing the student maximum flexibility in the areas of business, science, mathematics, computer information systems, and pre-engineering.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
The Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology provides a common core of courses and five support areas from which to choose: General Industrial Technology, CAD/CAM, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Sciences, and Technology Education. These support areas provide students with the flexibility to tailor their degree programs to their particular interests.

I. GENERAL INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
This support area provides a broad range of experiences designed to produce the maximum flexibility upon entering the workforce. A broad range of courses is used to introduce the maximum number of concepts in all areas of manufacturing and construction. Students may choose any minor that will complement their interests.

II. CAD/CAM
This support area provides extensive work in computer-aided design, drafting, and manufacturing. The common core courses are supplemented with nine additional hours of computer-aided design and three additional hours in numerical control. Students may choose any minor that will complement their interests.

III. MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
This support area provides an expanded minor in business administration that includes courses in accounting, management, statistics, and computer information systems. Additional courses in manufacturing management, productivity, and quality management provide an excellent combination of business and manufacturing concepts.

IV. MANUFACTURING SCIENCES
This support area provides an expanded minor in chemistry. The common core courses are supplemented with courses in power transfer, materials, controls, quality management, and production planning. This combination of courses prepares students to enter areas of manufacturing that emphasize material processing.

V. TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (Secondary Teacher Certification)
This support area provides students with the professional education courses that lead to state certification to teach Technology Education courses at the secondary level. This combination of courses provides an excellent range of concepts that students can apply in many educational and training fields.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AVIATION SCIENCE
The Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Science provides students with a well-rounded curriculum with strong conceptual foundations in aviation, science, and management. Students have a choice of two support areas in preparing for specific career fields within the aviation industry, government, and the commercial sector.

I. PROFESSIONAL PILOT
This support area concentrates on aircraft flight operations and prepares students with qualifications as professional pilots with a science/technology orientation. The curriculum focuses on advanced aeronautical ratings complemented by business administration, management, and communication skills for professional pilots in the civil and military aviation industries.

II. AVIATION MANAGEMENT
This support area provides opportunities to study business and management as they relate to the technology of aviation and prepares students for a variety of administrative and management positions in the aviation industry.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCES
IN INDUSTRIAL OCCUPATIONS
The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) degree is designed for students who have training in a technical area. Education received at technical schools, junior colleges, military technical schools, and employer-sponsored training schools may be applied toward the degree. With appropriate documentation, the technical training may be supplemented with a maximum of 15-21 semester credit hours for work experience. The degree allows students to choose between two support areas.

I. INDUSTRIAL OCCUPATIONS
This support area allows students to custom design their degree by supplementing their technical training with advanced courses from the Department of Engineering Technology and other departments on campus. The student will work with an advisor to select courses that meet the student’s individual needs.

II. TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (Secondary Teacher Certification)
This support area provides students with the professional education courses that lead to state certification to teach Technology Education courses at the secondary level. This combination of courses provides an excellent range of concepts that students can apply in many educational and training fields.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

2 See p. 324 for I T course descriptions.
3 Some students may choose to use 18 hours of electives for a minor in any field other than I T or MET.
4 This course satisfies a core curriculum requirement.
5 These courses constitute a minor in Chemistry.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN AVIATION SCIENCE

¹ Meets core curriculum requirement.
² Lower-level AIRP and AVIM course numbers shown are from the Workforce Education Course Manual. These courses are not offered at Tarleton State University but may be completed at any accredited college.
³ See p. 247 for ASCI course descriptions.

THE BACHELOR OF APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCES DEGREE
IN INDUSTRIAL OCCUPATIONS

¹ May include work from junior or technical colleges, employer-sponsored training, military schools, or a maximum of 21 semester credit hours for work experience.
² See p. 324 for I T course descriptions.
³ May include work from junior or technical colleges, employer-sponsored training, or a maximum of 15 semester credit hours for work experience.

Department of Mathematics, Physics,
& Engineering

Dr. Jimmy McCoy, Head

Math Building, Room 122
(254) 968-9168
FAX (254) 968-9534

Professors: Kirby, Little, Littleton, McCoy, Snider, Winton
Associate Professors: DeOtte, Easterling, Garza, Hibbs, Lawrence, McLatchy, Mitchell, Talley, White
Assistant Professors: Brawner, Forrest, Marble, Martin,
Martinez, Reese, Riggs, Wyatt
Instructors: J. Wood, K. Wood

The Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering Physics, Hydrology, and Computer Science. There are two possible emphases in the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, one in applied mathematics and one leading to secondary education certification. On the graduate level, a Master of Science degree is offered in Mathematics. For further information about the graduate program, see the graduate section of the catalog. For more information about Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Hydrology, or Computer Science see http://www.math.tarleton.edu

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MATHEMATICS

¹ See p. 333 for MATH course descriptions.
² May satisfy university core curriculum requirement.
³ Courses for supporting field are to be chosen from an academic area in which mathematics is applicable. Supporting field must be developed in consultation with the department heads involved.

ENGINEERING PHYSICS
The Engineering Physics program at Tarleton State University prepares the student for employment as a professional engineer in the area of Electrical or Computer Engineering or for graduate study in Physics or Engineering. The first two years of the program are consistent with the Pre-Engineering program taught at Texas A&M University. Students can transfer to that university after two years to specialize in other engineering disciplines or continue at Tarleton State University and complete the unique Bachelor of Science Engineering Physics degree.

Extensive study in math, science, engineering, and physics gives the Engineering Physics graduate the ability to design components, processes, and systems to meet specifications and the ability to work and communicate effectively in team-oriented, project-management-driven environments. Computer simulation and modern analytical tools are used to solve physical and electrical problems. Software development, hardware integration, and testing of microcomputers, microcontrollers, and design of microelectronic circuitry provide the graduate with the tools to apply computer and software-based solutions. Additional studies in ethics assure that the graduate understands engineers’ special responsibilities to protect the health and well being of the general public. See more details at
http://www.math.tarleton.edu/faculty/marble/physics/default.html

Mathematics 1204, Calculus I, is the first mathematics course that counts toward the BS degree in Engineering Physics. Entering freshman students are given a mathematics placement test and may be required to take precalculus courses before taking MATH 1204. Students who are not confident that they are well grounded in algebra and trigonometry should come to Tarleton and take the placement tests early enough that they can take any necessary pre-calculus courses in summer school if they wish.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ENGINEERING PHYSICS

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN PHYSICS

COMPUTER SCIENCE
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science prepares graduates to enter the high-tech work force or to continue their studies in computer science at the graduate level. This program provides a strong foundation in computer science, mathematics, and science recommended by the Institute for Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and also allows the student to specialize in an area related to computer science by requiring a support field of study.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

¹ See p.273 for CS course descriptions.

HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES
One of the unique features of the Hydrology and Water Resources Program at Tarleton State University is that each student is required to complete an internship before graduation. The manner in which this requirement is met is for the student to work from 9 to 13 weeks (generally 40 hours a week) for a company or agency that has some expertise in hydrology. Often this leads to full time employment at the end of the internship. See "4403. Internship" in the course offerings below and note the prerequisite that the "student must have completed all other courses listed on an official degree plan and have a grade of C or higher in all required courses in the following disciplines: hydrology, biology, geology, chemistry, math and physics." Personnel in the Hydrology and Water Resources/Engineering Division will assist in finding an appropriate internship sponsor.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN HYDROLOGY

¹ This course satisfies a core curriculum requirement.
² See p. 322 for HYDR course descriptions.

A student who wishes to be eligible to take the Engineering Fundamentals Examination as a graduate of an engineering-related science program should take the following courses:

ENGR 2213 Principles of Engineering I    ENGR 3033 Engineering Economy
ENGR 2223 Principles of Engineering II   ELEN 2253 Electrical Circuit Theory
ENGR 2233 Principles of Engineering III  ELEN 2484 Introduction to Digital
MATH 3063 Differential Equations Systems Design

A typical curriculum incorporating these courses may be obtained from the Division of Hydrology and Water Resources/Engineering. Completing these courses allows the student to minor in engineering.

PRE-ENGINEERING PROGRAM
The Pre-Engineering Program comprises approximately one half of the course work required for a bachelor of science degree in Engineering. Students who begin Engineering education in this program may transfer to almost any degree-granting Engineering program to finish fulfilling the requirements for a degree.

Tarleton has made formal arrangements with Texas A&M University and the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) that make transferring to either of these universities with little or no loss of credit hours particularly easy. Their faculties and staffs cooperate very closely with Tarleton's to ensure that our Pre-Engineering Program effectively prepares students for transfer into their Engineering degree programs. Students who intend to earn their Engineering degrees from UTA may participate in UTA's Work Study Program while they are enrolled at Tarleton.

PRE-ENGINEERING CURRICULUM
The courses listed in the typical curricula are recommended for most Engineering students; however, students planning to major in some branches of Engineering at some universities may be advised to deviate slightly. In any case, inclusion of the curricula is not intended to indicate how long it will take any student to complete the courses; it is intended only to show the proper sequencing of the courses. Because not all courses are taught every semester, it is important that students plan their courses of study during their freshman years so they will be ready for required courses when they are offered.

Mathematics 1204, Calculus I, is the first mathematics course that counts toward a BS degree in Engineering. Entering freshman Engineering students are given mathematics placement tests and may be required to take MATH 1073, College Algebra, or MATH 1093, Plane Trigonometry, or both, before taking MATH 1204. It is strongly recommended that students who are not certain that they are well grounded in algebra and trigonometry come to Tarleton and take the placement tests early enough that they can take any necessary pre-calculus courses in summer school if they wish.

This program is aligned with the current program at Texas A&M University for seamless transfer.

CURRICULUM FOR THE PRE-ENGINEERING PROGRAM

Please Note:
1) TAMU, UTA, Texas Tech and many other universities require all students who have not taken two years of the same foreign language in high school to take a minimum of six semester hours of the same foreign language in college.
2) The Agricultural Engineering courses listed elsewhere in this catalog are not intended for engineers and do not count toward accredited engineering degrees.

Department of Nursing

Dr. Elaine Evans, Head

Nursing Center
Box T-0500
(254) 968-9139

Associate Professors: Evans, Swanson
Assistant Professor: Sneed
Instructors: Baker, Faulk, Figueroa,
Glidewell, Kunce, Neff, Woods

Tarleton State University offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN). Upon successful completion of program requirements, a graduate is eligible to apply to take the state board examination and for licensure as a registered nurse. Distinguishing features of this innovative multiple entry program include: (1) availability of several educational pathways in one program (LVN to BSN, RN to BSN, and BSN); (2) opportunity for concurrent enrollment in nursing and non-nursing courses throughout the program; (3) opportunity to attend full or part-time; (4) offering courses in the final semester of the program in which students synthesize and validate concepts presented in prior course work; (5) offering a transition course for RNs and LVNs entering the program; and (6) emphasis on rural health and rural nursing.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCES
Clinical experiences are an integral part of the nursing curriculum, and a complementary relationship exists between classroom and clinical components of the program. Hospitals and other clinical agencies in Brown, Bosque, Comanche, Eastland, Erath, Hood, Johnson, Palo Pinto, Parker, and Somervell Counties are used for student clinical experiences. The VA Hospital in Waco is also used to provide an in-patient psychiatric experience. All clinical experiences are under the supervision of a University nursing faculty member. Although a student's place of residence is considered when planning clinical experiences, the primary consideration is the learning needs of the student. Therefore, students are expected to travel to several clinical agencies during the program of study. Clinical experiences are scheduled during day and evening hours.

EDUCATIONAL MOBILITY OPTIONS FOR LVNs and RNs
Graduates of vocational, associate degree/diploma and baccalaureate nursing programs acquire a common core of knowledge, attitudes, and cognitive and psychomotor skills. However, there are distinct differences in the breadth, depth, scope of preparation, and knowledge presented to students in each type of program. A basic premise of Tarleton State University's innovative multiple entry nursing program is career mobility for graduates of vocational, associate degree, and diploma nursing programs. Previous academic activities of students will be analyzed to determine their placement in the program. Depending on the student's nursing educational background, credit for nursing courses may be awarded by substitution, examination, or advanced placement.

LVNs may receive advance placement credit for NUR 1204 and 2016 upon successful completion of a transition course. LVNs also have the opportunity to receive credit by examination for NUR 2106 (Nursing Through the Lifespan) during enrollment in the transition course. Copies of course material for NUR 2106 are available so that students may prepare for the exam.

RNs are admitted into junior-level nursing courses. Graduates of associate or diploma programs may receive credit for NUR 1204, 2016, 2054, 2106, 3025, and 3035 by substitution or advanced placement. Credits for these core nursing courses become part of the degree plan upon successful completion of a transition course. RNs also have the opportunity to receive credit by examination for NUR 3155 (Advanced Technology and Nursing) and 4104 (Nursing Management and Leadership).

ADMISSION INFORMATION
Application and admission to the nursing program are separate from and in addition to application and admission to the University. Students who wish to major in nursing at Tarleton are classified as either pre-nursing (students admitted to Tarleton who are taking required non-nursing courses) or nursing (students who have been officially admitted to the nursing program). Nursing faculty serve as advisors for pre-nursing and nursing students. Pre-nursing students may enroll in NUR 1204.
The pre-nursing student should make an appointment with a nursing faculty advisor early in his or her course of study to prepare a tentative degree plan. This appointment should be made at a time other than the University's advising and registration periods and well in advance of the nursing program application deadline. An appointment can be made by contacting the Department of Nursing secretary at the Nursing Center Building; phone (254) 968-9139 or -9717.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Three points of program entry exist in this program: freshman year for generic students, sophomore year for LVNs, and junior year for RNs. Because the place of entry varies with each group, the number of courses required for program entry is greater for LVNs than for generic students and greater for RNs than for LVNs. The following criteria must be met for admission to the nursing program:

¹ Must be completed prior to admission to the nursing program if you plan to receive credit for NUR 2106 through a departmental examination offered during Professional Transitions, NUR 3052).
² See eligibility requirements for licensure, below

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS - LICENSURE AS A REGISTERED NURSE
The Board of Nurse Examiners has identified certain circumstances that may render a potential candidate ineligible for licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas. A person may be ineligible if he/she has been: denied licensure or disciplined by a licensing/certifying authority; convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation; diagnosed with or treated or hospitalized in the past five (5) years for schizophrenia and/or other psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, paranoid personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, or borderline personality disorder; or has been addicted to or treated for the use of alcohol or any other drug within the past five (5) years.)

However, the Board provides individuals the opportunity to petition the Board for a Declaratory Order as to their eligibility in accordance with Section 301.257 of the Nursing Practice Act. This petition may be made before a person begins a nursing program. Processing the petition may take 6 to 9 months or longer, depending on circumstances.

Eligibility to take the NCLEX-RN upon graduation or current licensure as a registered nurse is a requirement for program entry at Tarleton State University. Therefore, to be considered for program admission, a person who may be ineligible for licensure is expected to obtain a Declaratory Order from the Board and present a copy of the Order to the Nursing Office. Information and a “Request for a Declaratory Order Petition” packet may be obtained by contacting the Nursing Office at (254) 968-9717 or directly from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Formal application for admission to the nursing program should be made while enrolled in NUR 1204.
2. Obtain an application packet from the nursing office.
3. Submit the following required application materials to the nursing office by the appropriate deadline:

a. Application
b. Official transcripts from each college or university attended and or high school transcript if you have less than 30 semester hours of college credit
c. Personal Information Card
d. Three reference forms, completed as directed in the guidelines on the application

4. Carefully review the previous section, “Eligibility Requirements for Licensure as a Registered Nurse”
5. Deadlines for application to the nursing program are as follows:

Note: All information on the application and other documents must be furnished accurately and completely. Falsification of any part of the application and other required forms is cause for not being admitted to, or for dismissal from, the nursing program.

PROCEDURE FOR REVIEW OF APPLICANTS
Qualified applicants are those completing the application procedure by the appropriate deadline. The Department of Nursing application form, references, and transcripts constitute the core factors for admission. All qualified applicants are carefully evaluated by a faculty committee with regard to the following criteria:

• Academic performance and aptitude
• Career commitment to nursing

Following review of applicants, students are notified by mail of the status of their application to the nursing program. Those students admitted to the program receive information about requirements to be completed prior to the beginning of the first nursing course: a health examination, completion of a personal health history, CPR certification, immunizations, and malpractice insurance requirement.

TRANSFER STUDENT APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Students taking required non-nursing courses at other colleges or universities may apply for admission to the nursing program at Tarleton. Transfer students must meet the same admission requirements as those students enrolled at Tarleton. Transfer students are required to complete the application procedure as currently enrolled students and must also:

1. Submit the required set of application papers to the Tarleton State University Admissions Office by the appropriate nursing program deadline.
2. Gain official acceptance to the University prior to the time of notification of acceptance to the nursing program.

Transfer students should make an appointment with a nursing faculty advisor early in their course of study to prepare a tentative degree plan. This appointment should be at a time other than Tarleton's registration and advising periods and well in advance of the nursing program application deadline. An appointment may be made by contacting the Department of Nursing secretary (Nursing Center Building; phone (254) 968-9139 or -9717).

Transfer of credit from one nursing program to another is often difficult because of differences in curricula. Therefore, transfer of nursing credits will be evaluated by the nursing admissions committee on an individual basis. Students should provide this committee with a college catalog, transcript, course syllabi, and other material as necessary to determine nursing content covered and completed. Send this material to:

Chair, Admissions Committee
Department of Nursing
Box T-0500
Stephenville, TX 76402

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSING

¹ These courses count toward core curriculum requirements.
² See p. 342 for NUR course descriptions.