DCB catalog 2022-24

144 Course Descriptions sites and visitor systems where the natural environment provides the dominant attraction. RLS 280 Community & Commercial Recreation (3 CR) Spring Even Years; Pre: None A study of the various forms of commercial recreation, businesses and facilities providing recreational opportunities. RLS 285 Natural Resource Law (3 CR) Spring Odd Years; Pre: None The course will provide a basic overview of the laws concerned with the environment and human activities, focusing on conservation and land use. Areas of specific concentration include the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Antiquities Act, Migratory Bird and Conservation Act and the consequences of activities such as timber harvesting, grazing, recreation, and wilderness preservation. In addition to gaining knowledge of federal environmental laws, students will also gain an understanding of why the laws are necessary and how to apply the laws to real life situations. RLS 286 Recreation Administration (3 CR); Fall, Spring; Pre: None Development of understanding of and ability to utilize leadership and group facilitation strategies to enhance and evaluate recreation and leisure experiences. Examination of theories and principles of administration in recreation. RLS 288 Accessibility and Public Policy in Leisure Services (3 CR); Fall, Spring; Pre: None This course will introduce students to the concept of programmatic and physical accessibility in parks, recreation, and leisure services. This course will also discuss the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Section 504 and other laws that apply to parks and recreation and leisure services. The course will explore the history and value of accessibility for individuals with disabilities and the responsibilities of the agency providing services. RLS 290 Introduction to Inclusive Recreation (3 CR) Fall; Pre: None Concepts, methods, and settings involving recreation services as applied to groups that may need adaptations, i.e., physically, emotionally, or intellectually challenged persons, and the elderly. RLS 297 Internship (1 – 6 credits) Fall, Spring. Pre: Instructor Approval, 2.0 GPA An internship is required of most AAS programs. This course is available to AA and AS students as well. The students combine course learning with practical, professional work experiences in their chosen field of study. The employer does an evaluation of the work experience: the faculty advisor supervises the students; the students are required to complete a project assigned by the faculty advisor. A minimum of 40 hours of work is required to earn one credit. A grade of satisfactory/unsatisfactory is given by the faculty. SOCIOLOGY (SOC) SOC 110 Introduction to Sociology (3CR); Fall, Spring; Pre: None This course is an introductory analysis of the nature of society; the interrelationships of its component groups and the process whereby society persists in change. SOC 115 Social Problems (3CR) Spring Pre: None Major problems in America will be analyzed using the sociological perspective. A critical approach will be taken to identify the social conditions that are recognized as