DCB catalog 2020-22

138 Course Descriptions GEOL 108 Earth and Planetary Science (4CR) Fall; Pre: None An introduction to the Physical Geology of the Earth and Astronomy. The Physical Geology aspect focuses on the composition and structure of the Earth as well as the internal and superficial processes that work to shape the Earth and its geological history. The introduction to Astronomy includes an examination of the Earth’s moon, the planets and minor bodies in our solar system, the sun and the universe beyond our solar system. GERONTOLOGY (GERO) GERO 130 Introduction to Human Services (2CR) Fall; Pre: None This course provides an introduction to helping professions, including the various roles, functions, values, and personal attributes needed to function effectively in these careers. Included will be the history, practice settings, career opportunities, and philosophical concepts related to working with vulnerable populations. GERO 240 Administering Medications (3CR) Spring; Pre: NURS 100 This class trains individuals who have a current registration as a Certified Nurse Aide to administer routine, regularly scheduled medication in an employment setting in which a licensed nurse is regularly scheduled and in a setting in which a licensed nurse is not regularly schedule. GERO 256 Development of Social Welfare (3CR) Spring; Pre: None This course covers the history, value, political and economic conditions which influence the development and provision of social welfare services. GERO 285 Home Health Financial Management (1CR) Fall, Spring; Pre: None This course covers financial practices for individuals providing home health care services. Topics include maintaining records of services and expenses, setting fees, billing, Medicaid, IRS reporting, financial statements, budgeting, insurance, retirement planning, etc. HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, RECREATION (HPER) HPER 100 Concepts of Wellness and Fitness (2CR) Fall, and Spring; Pre: None This course is designed to teach the role of physical activity in maintaining adequate health and improving health and wellness. It is designed to incorporate ideas through lectures and activity. The class is intended for students of all ages, teaches facts about exercise, and improving quality of life. HPER 101 Activity – Canoeing (.5CR) Fall; Pre: None This course enables students to learn the basic techniques of canoeing. The class will include canoeing at one of the local lakes. HPER 101 Activity – Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding (.5CR) Spring; Pre: None This course will include learning and participating in recreational skiing and/ or snowboarding. This course will be taught at Bottineau Winter Park from mid-January to mid-March. HPER 101 Activity – Ice Fishing (.5CR) Spring; Pre: None This course will introduce students to the equipment and techniques used to successfully catch fish in a winter environment. Emphasis will also be placed on fishing regulations and ethical angling behavior. HPER 101 Activity – Golf (.5CR) Spring; Pre: None This course will include basic swing instruction, course etiquette, and participation at the local country club.