DCB catalog 2020-22

146 Course Descriptions MATH 265 Calculus III (4CR) Spring; Pre: Math 166 Multivariate and vector calculus including partial derivatives, multiple integration, applications, line and surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stoke’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem. MATH 266 Introduction to Differential Equations (3CR) Spring; Pre: MATH 265 Solution of elementary equations by elementary techniques. Laplace transforms, systems of equations, matrix methods, numerical techniques, and applications. MATH 277 Math for Elementary Teachers I (3CR) Fall, Spring; Pre: MATH 103 or instructor approval A course designed to provide elementary teachers and paraprofessionals with the ability to integrate the understanding of content with the understanding of how students learn arithmetic concepts. Students study the application of arithmetic concepts of the solutions of problems. Mathematical content includes algebra fundamentals, inductive and deductive reasoning, whole number operations, number bases, numeration systems, place value, number theory topics, sets, integers, decimals, percentages, and fractions. MATH 278 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II (2CR) Fall, Spring; Pre: MATH 277 Understand and apply mathematical concepts to the solution of problems. Mathematical content includes topics in geometry, measurement, algebra, graphing, functions, statistics, and probability. MUSIC (MUSC) MUSC 207 History of Popular/Rock Music (3CR) Fall and Spring: Pre: None This course presents a survey of popular and rock music from 1900 to present. Provides a decade-by-decade review of variations in the form and the sociological impact of music. NURSING (NURS) NURS 100 Nurse Assistant Training (3 credits) Pre: None The Nurse Assistant Training program provides instruction and supervised clinical prac- tice to those preparing for employment as a nurse assistant in a skilled nursing facility, acute care, or home health care. NURS 120 Foundations of Nursing (3CR) Fall; Co: NURS 121, 122 Develop an understanding of the multidimensional base of nursing knowledge, including basic human needs, nursing process, nursing judgment, informatics, ethical and professional, health promotion and disease prevention concepts. Gain an understanding of the role of the practical nurse within the interdisciplinary team, the vital importance of communication while providing safe and quality client care, and how nurses use evidence-based information in their practice. NURS 121 Practical Nursing I (3CR) Fall; Co: NURS 120, 122 Explore three core concepts of health assessment, nutrition, and mental health as they relate to client care. Learn how the nurse incorporates this knowledge in caring for the diverse client from the moment they begin care for an individual to any point along the health-illness continuum.