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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An introductory study of the various geological processes that shape the Earth. For each class offering students will focus on one particular area of geology, such as structures and earthquakes, rocks and minerals, geology of Sequoia National Park, geology of Joshua Tree National Park, geology of Death Valley, geology of Yosemite National Park, or other similar subjects. Students will learn about the processes and forces that created these areas and be able to apply their knowledge and understanding to other geological formations around the world. Recommended: Reading level 5 or 6. Hours: 18 per unit. Field trips required. Repeat: 3. CCS: Liberal Arts and Sciences. Transferable: CSU and private colleges.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
A study of rocks and minerals. Students will learn to identify the major rock-forming minerals and to recognize their relationships as components of the various classes of rocks. From the identification of rocks, recognition of the environmental conditions of deposition will follow. Field work will allow the examination of field relationships of various rocks and the beginning of a collection of rock and mineral specimens. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Hours: 18 lect/lab. Field trip required. CCS: Liberal Arts & Sciences. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Note: elective credit only.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
A study of the geologic history and landforms of Kern County, and the geologic forces and processes that created them. As part of this course, students will learn about many of the different rocks and minerals of Kern County, tectonic activity and mountain building, volcanic activity, earthquakes and weathering. From materials presented, students will be able to understand the geologic forces that shaped Kern County. A field trip is required that will permit the examination and recognition of different geological environments. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Hours: 18 lect/lab. Field trip required. CCS: Liberal Arts & Sciences. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Note: elective credit only.
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3.00 - 5.00 Credits
B1a-B1b (2.5-2.5) equivalent to blab. This course caters to those with no prior knowledge of German. The course is based on the communicative approach which provides the student with elementary communication experience, vocabulary, and grammar structure based on the dialogues and the listening and reading exercises in the textbook. This course is designed to develop understanding, speaking, reading, and writing components of current German. Requires practice with audiotape program outside of class. Prerequisite: B1b: GERM B1a. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Hours: 90 lect. CCS: Liberal Arts & Sciences. Transferable: UC, CSU and private colleges. GERM B1a+B1b+B2 = CAN GERM SEQ A; BC GE C; CSU GE C.2; IGETC 6.
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3.00 - 5.00 Credits
German language and culture with continued emphasis on pronunciation, conversation, listening comprehension and writing skills. Requires practice with audio tapes outside of regular class time. Prerequisite: GERM blab or two years of high school German. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Hours: 90 lect. CCS: Liberal Arts & Sciences. Transferable: UC, CSU and private colleges. GERM B1a+B1b+B2 = CAN GERM SEQ A; BC GE C; CSU GE C.2; IGETC 3.B, 6.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Provides supervised laboratory time during which students may obtain hands-on-experience getting practice using assessment forms to evaluate the health and wellness status of persons age 50. Prerequisite: GERO B30 (may be taken concurrently). Hours: 54 lab. Open entry/open exit. CCS: Occupational Education. Not Transferable: Associate Degree only.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Provides supervised laboratory time during which students may obtain hands-on-experience getting practice using a diet analysis software program to compute nutritional assessments. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in NUTR B10 or GERO B40. Hours: Independent Study. Open entry/open exit. CCS: Occupational Education. Not Transferable: Associate Degree only. Note: Not open to students who have taken the equivalent course, NUTR B255.
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3.00 Credits
Health and wellness are important variables in determining the length and quality of our later years. This course includes consumer level information regarding physiology, acute and chronic illness, medications, physical activity, nutrition, sexuality, pros and cons of health care delivery systems, death and dying, prevention, health promotion and alternative therapies. Research interpretation of professional journals and varied news media. Information intended for individuals over 50 and students of biology, dietetics, social work, psychology, sociology, recreation, and allied health professions. Recommended: Reading Level 5. Concurrent enrollment in GERO B230. Hours: 54 lect. CCS: Occupational Education. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Note: Elective credit only.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the physiological and sociological aspects of aging as they affect nutritional needs. Contents include: theories of aging, understanding natural life process, newly revised nutritional needs of older adults, food habits of ethnic and racial groups, nutritional implications when combined with various drugs, active versus frail adult needs, acute and chronic diseases, awareness of opportunities, challenges and creative approaches for delivering quality food and nutrition services in varied situations such as nutrition centers. Recommended: Reading level 5. Concurrent enrollment in NUTR B255 or evaluation by instructor of experience with dietetic calculations. Hours: Independent Study. CCS: Occupational Education. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Note: Elective credit only.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to social gerontology. Students from a variety of disciplines who work with the elderly or who have a special interest in the aging process will benefit from this course. Topics include historical and cross-cultural perspectives on aging; theories of aging; the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging; current social and public policies; availability, delivery and use of services for the elderly; death, dying and bereavement and successful aging. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6, English Level 5. Hours: 54 lect. Field trips may be required. CCS: Occupational Education. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Not open to students who have taken either of the equivalent courses, HMSV B8 or PSYC B8. BC GE D.1; CSU GE E.
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