Health science
HSCI-131
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
.5 unit SC • May be repeated once • 9 hours lecture/3 hours laboratory per term • Recommended: ENGL 116/118 or equivalent
This course is designed to teach lifesaving skills to be used in respiratory and cardiac emergencies and to recertify those with CPR already. CSU
HSCI-140 Human Sexuality 3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 122 or equivalent
This is an introductory course examining human sexuality from a biological and cross-cultural perspective. Historical and traditional influences, as well as current perspectives will be presented. This course will facilitate students’ knowledge of each other’s cultures and traditions as they relate to sexuality. Topics that will be examined include sexual anatomy and physiology, gender issues, sex research, relationships and intimacy, communication, sexual behaviors, sexual orientation, sexual minorities, contraception, abortion, sexually transmitted diseases, and enhancing sexual fulfillment. CSU, UC
HSCI-150
Topics in Health Science
.3-4 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 122 or equivalent
A supplemental course in health science to provide a study of current concepts and problems in health science. Specific topics will be announced in the schedule of classes. CSU
HSCI-170 Women’s Health 3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 122 or equivalent
An exploration of the biological, sociopolitical, and psychological aspects of women’s health and medical care in contemporary society. The course examines contemporary issues of women’s health with emphasis on the politicization of the social, physical, emotional, intellectual, and environmental components of health. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
HSCI-230
An advanced survey of emergency and non-emergency procedures and techniques used in the pre-hospital setting including basic life support CPR and first aid. This course is required training for medical professionals. CSU
HSCI-298
Mind Body Healing: Cross-Cultural Perspectives
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 122 or equivalent • Note: Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for nurses
This course will examine healing from the perspectives of different cultures and healing systems. Many healing therapies, systems and traditions will be explored in order to discover the connections between mind, body, spirit and emotions. Many healing approaches will be covered including traditional Chinese medicine, personality theory of disease, shamanic healing herbs and plant medicine, Ayruveda and the chakra system, music therapy, art therapy, and conventional Western medicine. CSU
Diablo Valley College
Catalog 2012-2013
Independent Study
.5-3 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours • Note: Submission of acceptable educational contract to department and Instruction Office; topics must extend study beyond courses offered.
An opportunity for advanced students to study special interests under the direction of faculty. CSU
HSCI-299 HSCI-164
Advanced First Aid/CPR
3 units SC • May be repeated three times • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 122 or equivalent • Note: Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for nurses
Student Instructional Assistant
.5-3 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours • Note: Applications must be approved through the Instruction Office. Students must be supervised by a DVC instructor.
Students work as instructional assistants, lab assistants and research assistants in this department. The instructional assistants function as group discussion leaders, meet and assist students with problems and projects, or help instructors by setting up laboratory or demonstration apparatus. Students may not assist in course sections in which they are currently enrolled. CSU
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