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  • PHIL 3100: Aesthetics: Art and the Beautiful

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    A survey of the major historical sources in aesthetics. Questions surrounding the definition of art and beauty, the interpretation of art, art criticism, the nature of metaphor, and the connection between art and knowledge will be addressed. Through this course students will come to understand the complexity surrounding issues of art and beauty, and gain skill necessary to apply theoretical concepts to personal evaluation of art. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the substance of the discipline of aesthetics, including primary 'big' questions (definition of 'art', nature/purpose of metaphor, art's relation to knowledge), methodology, and major viewpoints in the history of the study. 2. Investigate the concept of beauty and the significance of the aesthetic experience as a fundamental characteristic and of human experience by gaining an appreciation for the task of aesthetic reflection on the artistic realm in the western philosophic traditions. 3. Articulate connections between the study of aesthetics and other academic disciplines, and express those connections through a semester long research project.
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  • PHIL 3200: Philosophy in Literature: Historical Perspectives

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    A critical study of philosophical material found in works of literature. Or, to put it another way, philosophy presented through the medium of novels, poems, plays, and graphic novels. Authors likely to be studied include Plato, Nietzsche, Dostoyevsky, Sartre, Iris Murdoch, and Voltaire, as well as other contemporary authors. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Articulate a deeper understanding of literature through the distinctive tools of philosophic inquiry, analysis, and argumentation. 2. Analyze major philosophical issues (definition/question of personal identity, author/reader interplay, possibility of objective knowledge) often found in works of literature. 3. Compose a semester long paper project utilizing the critical thinking, analytic, and writing skills that were developed in the course.
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  • PHIL 3300: Symbolic Logic: The Study of Formal Reasoning

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    An introduction to the study of formal reasoning, with an emphasis placed on discussions of validity and deductive arguments. Besides preparing students for advanced studies (like law school) the study of argument construction also improves critical thinking, research, and writing skills. The study of logic aids in both qualitative and quantitative thought, which can prove an aid for the college experience. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify argument forms in 'statement logic' and utilize tests such as truth tables and proofs to determine the validity of the argument. 2. Describe the structure and purpose behind categorical arguments, including the historical significance of such arguments. 3. Categorize informal fallacies found from various media sources and respond to such fallacies in articulate, constructive ways.
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  • PHIL 3400: Topics in the History of Philosophy

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Study of the major philosophical ideas developed in a specific time and the major thinkers responsible for the development of those ideas. These times and locations will vary depending on the topic, and could include (but are not limited to): Ancient Greece, Modern Europe, Ancient India, The Medieval Middle East, or Contemporary South America. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the succesful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the major philosophic ideas developed during the period focused on during the course. This includes the primary questions leading to the ideas, the methodology developing the ideas, the individual(s) primarily responsible for the ideas, and the historical ramifications of those ideas. 2. Assess the major philosophic ideas developed during the period focused on during the course. This process includes evaluation, criticism/critique, and possible application of the ideas to contemporary issues. 3. Demonstrate the development of critical thinking, analytic, and writing skills through a semester long paper project.
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  • PHIL 3500: Applied Ethics

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Applied ethics investigates how we ought to live. To do this, this course explores the theoretical foundations of ethics and applies those theories to professional, political, and personal decision-making processes. Theories engaged by the course could include, but are not limited to the following: Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Theory, Ethics of Care, and Social Theory. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the succesful conclusion of the course, the student will be able to: 1. Analyze the various ethical perspectives found in the discipline of philosophy. This could include, but is not limited to, theories such as Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Theory, Ethics of Care, and Social Theory. 2. Apply the ethical perspectives described above to professional, personal, and social goals and situations. 3. Compose a semester long paper project that utilizes at least one of the ethical theories detailed in the course to address a contemporary problem in professional, personal, and/or social spheres.
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  • PHIL 3900: Topics in Philosophy

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Explores advanced topics in the field of philosophy. Examples include Epistemology, Metaphysics, Empiricism, Free Will, Philosophy of Mind, Medieval Philosophy, Philosophy of War, or the work of a specific philosopher. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Articulate a deeper understanding of philosophy through the distinctive tools of philosophic inquiry, analysis, and argumentation. 2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of major philosophical fields of study. (Topics could include Metaphysics, Epistemology, History of Philosophy, and the like). 3. Compose a semester long paper project that demonstrates the development of critical thinking, analytic, and writing skills.
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  • PHIL 4800R: Independent Study

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Designed to meet the individual needs of advanced students in the Humanities/Philosophy Program who wish to pursue a specific focus of special interest not available in the existing scheduled offerings. Students work under close supervision by appropriate faculty in the design and successful completion of the course. Students are expected to meet with the faculty mentor each week and to provide the faculty member with progress reports and assignment development for feedback and grading purposes on an ongoing basis. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. Offered by arrangement. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an enriched application of philosophy through the distinctive tools of philosophic inquiry, analysis, and argumentation. 2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of major philosophical fields of study. (Topics could include Metaphysics, Epistemology, History of Philosophy, and the like). 3. Demonstrate the development of critical thinking, analytic, and writing skills through a semester long paper project.
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  • PHIL 4900: Philosophy Senior Seminar

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    A comprehensive review of the issues in philosophy (Epistemology, Metaphysics, Ethics, History of Philosophy) that produces a substantial thesis project. This course encourages students to explore the intersection of philosophy with their desired personal, professional, and/or graduate goals. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO's)** At the succesful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply what they have learned in previous upper division philosophy courses to produce a research project that addressed at least one element in the discipline of philosophy (Epistemology, Metaphysics, Ethics, History of Philosophy). 2. Analyze important arguments and the writings of relevant thinkers that pertain to the capstone research project. 3. Articulate the results of the research project in writing and orally. Prerequisites: PHIL 3400 (Grade C or higher).
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  • PHLB 1000: Phlebotomy

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students wishing to learn phlebotomy. Provides hands on training to become proficient in drawing and obtaining blood samples from a vein or capillary for laboratory analysis using Vacutainer, syringe, butterfly, and heel and finger stick. Instruction includes universal precautions and proper handling of specimens. Successful completion requires a number of "live sticks". **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate appropriate and effective communication with patients, exercising calm and reasoned judgement during the performance of phlebotomy procedures. 2. Follow standard operating procedures to collect high quality specimens via venipuncture and capillary (dermal) puncture. 3. Competently perform venous and capillary puncture procedures using a variety of methods and equipment including but not limited to evacuated tube systems, safety syringes and transfer devices, safety needles and winged infusion sets, and lancets, obtaining blood samples suitable for analysis in the medical laboratory. 4. Troubleshoot factors that affect phlebotomy procedures and take appropriate actions within predetermined limits when corrections are warranted. 5. Comply with all standards governing patient and employee safety, including standard precautions. 6. Project an image of professionalism in appearance, dress, and confidence. 7. Demonstrate basic knowledge of healthcare delivery systems to communicate and collaborate as an effective member of interdisciplinary healthcare teams providing exemplary patient care. 8. Apply knowledge, skills, and values learned from course work to new situations including assisting in the collection and transportation of specimens other than blood, and technical and clerical functions. Course fee required. FA, SP, SU
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  • PHYS 1010: Elementary Physics (PS)

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Fulfills General Education Physical Science requirement for students not majoring in Physics, other Sciences, or Engineering. Covers the basic concepts of physics in an historical perspective, providing many practical examples that demonstrate the role of physics in their everyday life. PHYS 1015 lab course recommended but not required. Inclusive Access Course Material (electronic book) fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of Newton's laws of motion; momentum and energy conservation; electricity and magnetism; and modern physics. Prerequisites: ACT Math Placement score 23 or higher; OR MATH 1010 (Grade C or higher). FA, SP, SU
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    General Education Course