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  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    For students wishing instruction that is not available through other regularly scheduled courses in this discipline. Occasionally, either students request some type of non-traditional instruction, or an unanticipated opportunity for instruction presents itself. This seminar course provides a variable credit context for these purposes. As requirements, this seminar course must first be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least nine contact hours of lab or lecture for each credit offered; and third, it must include some academic project or paper (i.e., credit is not given for attendance alone). This course may include standard lectures, travel and field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other nontraditional instruction methods. Note that this course in an elective and does not fulfill general education or program requirements. Fees may be required for some seminar courses and instructor permission will be optional at the request of the instructor. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Meet practical writing needs. 2. Ask and respond to simple questions in writing. 3. Create with the language. 4. Communicate simple facts and ideas in a series of loosely connected sentences on topics of personal interest and social needs. 5. Narrate and describe in different time frames when writing about everyday events and situations, but not consistently.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Open to all students. Hands-on instruction develops computer skills to access, create, analyze, process and deliver information, including study of computer concepts, operating systems, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Course is self-paced with deadlines, but usually requires 6-9 hours per week for successful completion. Inclusive Access Course Material 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. Use windows to save, organize, manage and navigate the Windows system. 2. Use a spreadsheet file by adding worksheets, inputting data, applying themes, creating charts, and other formatting features. 3. Use spreadsheets to create proper formulas and basic functions such as Average, Max, Min, PMT and If. 4. Create Word documents using formatting features, themes, inserting picture or clipart, headers and footers, and printing options. 5. Use word processing to assemble a research paper that includes research styles, references, and table of contents. 6. Create a presentation using themes, different slide layouts, inserting pictures, WordArt, SmartArt, transitions and animations. Course fee required. FA, SP, SU
  • 1.00 Credits

    First Year Experience seminar course designed to help freshman students interested in computing adapt to college life and become integrated into Utah Tech University and the Computer and Information Technology department. Students will refine academic skills, create and foster social networks, learn about college resources, explore the different options available within the CIT department, and learn about career opportunities in Computing. Multiple listed with all other sections of First Year Experience (all 1001 courses, ENGR 1000). Students may only take one FYE course for credit. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand the university support system by identifying and using campus resources. 2. Explore different majors. 3. Develop college survival skills. 4. Learn how to construct a graduation plan. FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    For students interested in careers in law enforcement, adult or juvenile corrections, law, private or industrial security, counseling, or criminology, and persons interested in the functioning of the U. S. criminal justice system. Examines the criminal justice system, police, courts, corrections, and related government functions and agencies. Identifies and explores problems, issues and trends in criminal justice. Uses a variety of teaching methods, including lecture, videos, guest lecturers and assigned text study. This course is required for the associate's degree in Criminal Justice and prepares students for bachelor's degree work. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the criminal justice system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Explain the vital role each branch plays in order for the criminal justice system as a whole to perform its proper function. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in the principle branches of the criminal justice system. 4. Discuss the process of the development, enforcement, reformation, and behavior of law. FA, SP
  • 6.00 Credits

    Restricted to students enrolled in Module I of the law enforcement academy program leading to State certification as a Special Function Officer. Counts as elective credit toward an AS or BS in criminal justice for completion of Module I of the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. Course work includes physical training, administration, certification, career orientation, criminal and traffic laws, and the proper means of enforcing them. Ethics and professionalism as well as police community relations are emphasized. Offered in rotation; consult class schedule. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop a working knowledge of the concept of ethics and leadership as it relates to the law enforcement profession. 2. Express confidence in defensive tactics concepts and principles, performance under the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, essential officer behaviors, effective communication and decision making during high stress use of force. 3. Assess the medical condition of a victim, a fellow officer, or themselves if they become injured, and provide emergency care, including basic life support prior to the arrival of emergency medical services. 4. Describe the concepts of civil and criminal liability as they relate to law enforcement and the their performance. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
  • 6.00 Credits

    Restricted to students enrolled in Module II of the law enforcement academy program leading to State Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer Training. Counts as elective credit towards an AS or BS in criminal justice for completion of Module II of the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. Course includes physical training, completes the first portion of the law enforcement training required by the state of Utah to become law enforcement officer certified. Emphasizes firearms, emergency vehicle operation, and arrest, control techniques. Prerequisite(s): CJ 1070 and instructor permission. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Simulate the basic concepts of emergency vehicle operations. 2. Integrates a competency for the safe handling and cleaning of firearms. 3. Prepare field notes and writing police reports. 4. Apply proper techniques for testifying in court. 5. Develop an understanding of the proper procedures for handling civil disputes and processing court documents. 6. Demonstrate knowledge of the provisions of Utah Traffic Law. 7. Demonstrate while defending themselves use of force decisions during a series of simulated offer encounters. Course fee required. SP
  • 7.00 Credits

    Restricted to students enrolled in Module II of the law enforcement academy program leading to State Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer Training. Counts as elective credit towards an AS or BS in criminal justice for completion of Module II of the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. Course includes physical training, completes the second portion of the law enforcement training required by the state of Utah to become law enforcement officer certified. Emphasizes firearms, emergency vehicle operation, and arrest, control techniques. Prerequisite(s): CJ 1080 and instructor permission. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Illustrate the types and methods of patrol operations. 2. Determine the difference between mental, physical, tactical, and firearms skills necessary for deploying as a first responder to high risk incidents. 3. Classify common components of explosive and incendiary devices. 4. Develop a competent understanding of laws and procedure related to handling child abuse or neglect situations. 5. Illustrate proper traffic accident investigations and report writing. 6. Distinguish between common types of drugs and the paraphernalia that are commonly found with various types of drugs. 7. Practice requirements to obtain Intoxilyzer certification. 8. Demonstrate the specific characteristics and basic principles of shooting a handgun. 9. Illustrate marksmanship and safety through practice on a firearms range. Course fee required. SU
  • 3.00 Credits

    For students interested in careers in law enforcement, adult or juvenile corrections, private or industrial security, law, or criminology. Examines corrections philosophy, history, punishment of offenders, and rehabilitation. Also identifies problems, issues and trends in the corrections system. Uses lectures, videos, guest lecturers and assigned text study. Develops a foundation for a career in corrections or law enforcement. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the penal system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Describe the various facets of the system of corrections in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in corrections. 4. Compare and contrast varying correctional techniques. Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 (can be concurrently enrolled) or ENGL 1010A (can be concurrently enrolled) or ENGL 1010D (can be concurrently enrolled); and CJ 1010. FA
  • 3.00 Credits

    For students interested in careers in law enforcement; adult or juvenile corrections; law, private or industrial security; or criminology, as well as those who may desire to learn about criminal law in society. Provides a foundational understanding of criminal law, including crimes and defenses, as well as the historical foundation, limits, purposes, and functions of criminal law, using lectures, videos, guest lecturers, and assigned text study. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the judicial system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Explain the various facets of the system of criminal law in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in criminal law. 4. Discuss various key statutes of criminal law. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010, or ENGL 1010A, or ENGL 1010D (all Grade C or higher). FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    For students interested in careers in law enforcement, adult or juvenile corrections, private or industrial security, or law. Includes interviewing witnesses and suspects; techniques in the collection and preservation of evidence; crime scene processing, including some post-crime scene processing of evidence; follow-up investigation and recent techniques of enhancing the criminal investigation function. Also provides an opportunity for in depth examination of the investigation needs of certain crimes using lectures, videos, guest lecturers and assigned text study. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in criminal investigations. 2. Compare and contrast varying investigational techniques. 3. Apply investigative techniques to real or imagined crimes. 4. Enhance and further their critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010, or ENGL 1010A, or ENGL 1010D (all Grade C or higher). FA, SP