• GEOG 3605: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Laboratory

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  A laboratory component of GEOG 3600 to have experience working with GIS software, data sources, database design, data input, spatial analysis, and map production. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the technical skills of GIS to acquire, analyze, and visualize the results of geographic problem solving. 2. Describe the technical aspects involved in spatial data handling and analysis. 3. Develop appropriate spatial and non-spatial data from various sources for use in GIS. 4. Apply the GIS to a field of interest to solve real-world problems. Course fee required. Corequisites: GEOG 3600. FA, SP
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• GEOG 3930: Remote Sensing of Landscape: China

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  This course will serve as an introduction to China's landscapes through a combination of field trip to China and remote sensing images interpretation and analysis in class. China is a massive country with a variety of amazing landscapes, and this course offers students a great active learning opportunity to study different landforms in China and explore the world using Remote Sensing. The coursework will be divided in to two parts: 1) The once-a-week lecture (1 hour/week) will introduce all the topics about the basics of landform, physical geography of China, principles of remote sensing, interpretation of aerial photograph and satellite image, and the introduction of the regions of interests (Guilin in China); 2) The ten-day field trip (planned for May ) will include all the ground survey and hands-on activities like GPS positioning and landform identification led by the instructor and faculty from the host University in Guilin. For international travel, see studyabroad.utahtech.edu for additional travel costs that may apply. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Use data from remote sensing technologies to explain basic physical principles of remote sensing. 2. Develop an ability to read and interpret geology and geomorphology from air photos and satellite data. 3. Relate the geographic features on the aerial photograph or satellite images to the same feature on topographic maps and on the ground through interpretation. 4. Identify the local terrains of St. George area through aerial photograph and satellite image interpretation. 5. Apply the insights gained from examining local features to Remote Sensing data acquired over remote parts of China to produce a comparative assessment of land cover and land use. 6. Describe the basic understanding of the physical and human geography of China. SP
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• GEOG 4140: Advanced GIS Analysis

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  This course is an introduction to advanced conceptual and technical problems associated with developing and working with relational databases, cartographic modeling techniques using vector and raster GIS software tools. The lab sections offer an opportunity to gain hands on experience using a leading commercial GIS to complete a series of real-world tasks. The lab and lecture are one and the same, and each week will consist of a presentation of concepts and background followed by a lab involving hands on GIS analysis. The last third of the course will consist of individual GIS application projects. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate their technical knowledge and skills in the common tasks that geographic analysts face in applying a GIS to a variety of spatial problems and/or research questions. 2. Construct maps that can be shared with non-GIS users. 3. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of GIS tools to conduct spatial analyses and build maps that are fit-for-purpose and effectively convey the information they are intended to. 4. Formulate new analyses (unfamiliar to you) using GIS, troubleshooting problems in GIS, and seeking help from the GIS community to solve your problems. Prerequisites: GEOG 3600 and GEOG 3605 (Both Grade C or higher). Course fee required. FA
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• GEOG 4180: Geoprocessing with Python

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  This course is an introduction to the basics of Python programming and how to use it with ESRI ArcGIS package. Broadly the course will cover: 1) principles and good practice in computer programming, 2) the Python language, 3) manipulating and analyzing geographic information with Python, 4) scripting with Python in ArcGIS Pro, and 5) Python toolkits for the web, databases, and Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs). The lab and lecture are one and the same, and each week will consist of a presentation of concepts and background followed by a lab involving hands-on programming or scripting. The last third of the course will consist of individual programming projects. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Recall the fundamental definitions and principles to program in Python. 2. Distinguish the inner workings of Python programs for geoprocessing. 3. Develop and code new algorithms for geographic data analysis in the Python language. 4. Develop and code Python scripts for geographic data analysis in ArcGIS. 5. Utilize Python to access a host of libraries for the web, databases, etc. Course fee required. Prerequisites: GEOG 3600 and GEOG 3605 (both grade C or higher). SP (even)
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• GEOG 4200: Geography of Utah

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Explores human and physical phenomena that make Utah distinctive. Lectures examine webs of relationships among Utah's people, places, and environments. Students examine Utah's contrasting physical and social environments and explore what is meant by a sense of place. Offered upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Be familiar with most aspects of Utah today in the context of themes of geography and other social behavioral sciences. 2. Analyze components of the landscape including: bedrock versus sediment; evidence of surface and ground water; and classifications of major climatic and vegetation regimes and understand how these physical factors have influenced and continue to influence Utah's peoples. 3. Evaluate social and demographic patterns and interpret census data, urban plans, and population pyramids. 4. Understand relationships among Utah's people, places and environments, past and present. 5. Anticipate and better understand how webs of relationships among physical, behavioral, and social conditions will undoubtedly influence their own choices and their futures.
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• GERM 1010: Beginning German I

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For beginning students interested in the German language. Native-speakers and students who have acquired proficiency in this language through extended residence, military service, church missions, or other methods may not enroll in this class. Emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills will help the student begin to develop communicative competence. Discussion of German culture is also a component of this course. Several teaching methods are employed, including lecture, drill practice, videos, and group work. This course partially qualifies students to receive an Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts degree. Successful completers are prepared to take GERM 1020. Placement in foreign language classes is at the discretion of the Department Chair. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Communicate minimally by answering direct questions with only 2 or 3 words or producing an appropriate stock answer. 2. Give limited information and other basic biographical information. FA
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• GERM 1020: Beginning German II (FL)

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For students interested in the German language who have completed GERM 1010 or who have equivalent experience (approximately two years of high school German). Native-speakers and students who have acquired proficiency in this language through extended residence, military service, church missions, or other methods may not enroll in this class. Continued emphasis on developing communicative skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as well as cultural awareness. Several teaching methods are employed, including lecture, drill practice, videos, and group work. Students using 1020 as an entry level class may receive vertical credits for GERM 1010 upon passing 1020 with a C grade or higher. This course partially qualifies students to receive an Associate of Arts degree or Bachelor of Arts degree. Successful completers are prepared to take GERM 2010. Placement in foreign language classes is at the discretion of the Department Chair. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Manage successfully a number of uncomplicated communicative tasks in straightforward situation. 2. Express personal meaning by relying heavily on learned phrases or recombinations of these and what they hear from their interlocutor. Prerequisite: GERM 1010 or instructor permission. SP
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• GERM 2010: Intermediate German I

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For intermediate-level students who have taken GERM 1020, or for students who have had equivalent experience (four or more years of high school German). Native-speakers and students who have acquired proficiency in this language through extended residence, military service, church missions, or other methods may not enroll in this class. Continued emphasis on communicative competence. Grammatical structures will be reviewed, conversation will be emphasized, and reading and writing will receive increased focus, as well as cultural awareness. A variety of teaching methods are employed, including role-play and small group activities, discussion of reading materials, and videos. Students using 2010 as an entry level class may receive vertical credits for lower level classes upon passing 2010 with a C grade or higher. This course partially qualifies students to receive an Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts degree. Successful completers are prepared to take GERM 2020. Placement in foreign language classes is at the discretion of the Department Chair. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Handle successfully a limited number of uncomplicated communicative tasks. 2. Create with the language. 3. Ask and answer simple questions in straightforward survival situations. Prerequisite: GERM 1020 or instructor permission. FA
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• GERM 2020: Intermediate German II

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For intermediate-level students who have taken GERM 2010. Continued emphasis on communicative competence. Grammatical structures will be reviewed, conversation will be emphasized, and reading and writing will receive increased focus, as well as cultural awareness. A variety of teaching methods are employed, including drills, videos, conversational activities, reading, and lecture. Students using 2020 as an entry level class may receive vertical credits for lower level classes upon passing 2020 with a C grade or higher. This course partially qualifies students to receive an Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts degree. Placement in foreign language classes is at the discretion of the Department Chair. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Handle successfully a variety of uncomplicated communicative tasks in straightforward survival situations. 2. Maintain a conversation limited to predictable and concrete exchanges. 3. Express personal meaning by creating with the language. Prerequisite: GERM 2010 or instructor permission. SP
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• GERM 3117: Stories and Storytelling: Young Voices & Cultural Identity

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Students will analyze and interpret works of literature, film, and popular media in German-speaking cultures to explore how young people see the world. Students will explore historical and contemporary issues relating to youth. Proficiency goals: Students will be able to talk in detail and in an organized way about events and experiences in various time frames, to confidently handle routine situations with an unexpected complication, and to share their point of view in discussions on some complex cultural and historical issues. ** COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) ** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to : 1. Identify, describe, and explain the historical, political, social, and artistic significance of German cultural products, practices, and perspectives. 2. Compare and contrast cultural similarities and differences between German-speaking cultures, and the learners own cultures. 3. Describe and analyze a variety of culturally authentic products (literature, film, audio, paintings, music, and cultural texts) representing youth cultures and experiences in German speaking contexts. 4. Argue and defend ones position on different cultural products from multiple perspectives, in order to develop critical thinking skills.
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