Introduction to Statistical Methods
Practice with statistical methods especially useful in the presentation and interpretation of psychological, sociological and educational data, includes elementary computer application. Same as SOC 210.
Practice with statistical methods especially useful in the presentation and interpretation of psychological, sociological and educational data, includes elementary computer application. Same as SOC 210.
This course is designed for students majoring in the Dietetic Technician Program. Application of nutritional principles and practices in health care, public health and community nutrition services including community resources and governmental regulation. Lifecycle nutrition will be studied as it pertains to the general nutritional needs and problems associated with pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence and the aging population.
This course is designed as an introductory course in nutrition and should acquaint the student with the concepts of nutrients, nutrient requirements and the effect of malnutrition and diet choices on human health.This class meets for four mandatory lab experiences.
An introductory course in communication as it functions within small task groups. Emphasis is on observation and analysis of actual small group behavior and on improvement of communication skills within the small group setting. Topics covered include leadership, conflict, norms, role structure, cohesiveness and decision-making. Course stresses student involvement in exercises, discussions and group projects.
This course addresses basic approaches to research in speech communication. It is an introduction to historical, analytical, critical and empirical methods of investigation.
Various short courses and experimental classes covering a variety of subjects in massage therapy. The course will be variable credit of one to three depending on the course content and number of hours required. This course may be repeated for up to six credits.
Learn benefits, precautions and contraindications for prenatal massage. Anatomical and physiological changes that occur during pregnancy will be discussed, as well as specific conditions and complications that may arise during each trimester. Other topics covered will include legal considerations, communicating with healthcare providers, pregnancy loss, and positioning and draping the maternal client.
An introduction to the development, anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, diversity and evolutionary relationships of the major plant groups. Topics include organization of plant cells and tissue systems, morphology, respiration and photosynthesis, genetics, growth and development, environmental factors, nutrition, ecology, and mechanisms of evolution.
Study at the intermediate level of Spanish structures with an emphasis on writing, reading, and conversation. This course transfers to UNR as SPAN 212. Completion of SPAN 212 satisfies the College of Liberal Arts foreign language requirement.
Study at the intermediate level of Spanish language structures and culture with continued emphasis on proficiency in the four skills as described for SPAN 111. This course transfers to UNR as SPAN 211.