• ENVS 3930: South Africa Natural History

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  An interdisciplinary course that introduces students to the geography, cultural history, literature and biodiversity of South Africa. The course will meet for an hour a week during the semester, then the participants will travel to South Africa for a study abroad experience. Participants live and study at field research stations. Pre-trip preparation will include selected literary and scientific readings to prepare students to understand their experiences. Lectures and laboratory/field experiences will focus on incorporating these readings into observations and experiences while in South Africa. Offered upon sufficient student need. For international travel, see studyabroad.utahtech.edu for additional travel costs that may apply. Offered upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Compare literary and scientific readings. 2. Produce and analyze scientific data from field investigations. 3. Interpret the local context of collected data. 4. Apply the concepts and skills they are acquiring in their own areas of study.
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• ENVS 4080: Environmental Monitoring and Characterization

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Environmental Monitoring and Characterization course emphasizes on the fundamental principles used in the environmental assessment processes. In this course students will learn the theoretical and practical knowledge in various sector of environmental monitoring. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to describe significant environmental regulations, current sampling and laboratory techniques and quality control measures. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the principles of environmental assessment and monitoring including characterizing the sampling sites, developing sampling plans for the collection of various media and selecting the contaminant transportation method. 2. Demonstrate standard field and laboratory sampling techniques and safety. 3. Apply data handling methods to interpret results from monitoring and characterization sites. 4. Apply knowledge of environmental sciences to implementation of laws, regulations, and policies. Prerequisites: ENVS 3410 and ENVS 2700R (Both grade C- or higher). SP (odd)
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• ENVS 4099R: Special Topics in Environmental Science

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Open to all students. This course will focus on a specific environmental science topic of interest to faculty and students that is not represented in the main curriculum. It can be taught as seminars, standard lectures, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other traditional or nontraditional instruction methods. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)*** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Discuss issues associated with selected scientific topics. 2. Demonstrate an ability to critically read, reflect upon, and summarize scientific information. 3. Summarize and synthesize scientific information on a specific subject related to the course topic in a paper and/or oral presentation.
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• ENVS 4800R: Independent Research

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  An independent research course that allows the students to explore science through the scientific method, and allows close interaction between the student and faculty member to address scientific problems through experiment design and execution. Projects are at the discretion of the faculty member, in line with the student's interests in the various scientific areas. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. Variable credit: 1-3. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Use the scientific method to develop hypothesis for a research project in the environmental sciences, design experiments or identify resources from which to collect data, and draw conclusions from results. 2. Design and modify experiments throughout the progress of a research project. 3. Complete research projects independently while also interacting with other students and faculty that are engaged in the project. 4. Utilize outside resources (scientific databases, literature, etc) to interpret results and compare to existing and previous work in the field of your research project. FA, SP, SU
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• ENVS 4910: Senior Seminar

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  A seminar course where students will share their research results or literature searches with fellow students and faculty in written and oral formats. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Use the scientific method to develop hypotheses, search literature or utilize results from experimentation, and defend in an oral presentation to faculty and students. 2. Discuss relevant scientific topics in oral presentations in a scientific group setting. 3. Collaborate with other environmental science students and faculty that are engaged in scientific research to analyze data, results, and varying perspectives, and participate in scientific discussions. 4. Utilize outside resources (scientific databases, literature, etc.) to help interpret results and compare to existing and previous work in the field. 5. Prepare written reports that effectively summarize a chosen scientific topic related to the environmental sciences using the vast literature and compiled data. SP
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• ESL 0100: Intro to Academic Comm

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Designed to help students prepare for communication in academic settings. This course will introduce listening, speaking, and note-taking strategies and skills in academia. Students will (1) listen to college lectures in authentic lecture settings, and (2) learn vocabulary which students are most likely to encounter in academia, working with the instructor, in small groups, or with technology to practice the skills presented in this course. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Label pictures of daily and school objects and apply those words in context. 2. Represent sound/symbol of English through accurate pronunciation of target vocabulary. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of introductory vocabulary and sentence structures for communication about a variety of daily academic subjects by writing simple sentences as prompted. 4. Create and participate in dialogues about time, temperature, weather, classrooms and class activities, money, stores, school materials and other germane topics as needed. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CaMLA-ELT Listening score 0-8.
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• ESL 0111: English Conversation 1

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Designed to give students a foundation in listening comprehension and conversation. The course will help student learn simple statements, questions, and commands of familiar topics and progress to understanding simple conversational English. In addition, the course will offer all-skills language practice in listening, speaking, reading, writing and pronunciation. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate basic interpersonal communication skills necessary for informal conversation at the ACTFL level of Novice High. 2. Participate actively in topical group discussions with confidence and clarity. 3. Give a presentation that consolidates various aspects of the semesters' topics and language focuses. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CaMLA-ELT Listening score 0-8.
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• ESL 0140: Intro to Reading in English

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Designed to help students who have extremely limited English proficiency gain the foundations related to developing reading skills in English. The course will introduce fundamental vocabulary, word attack skills, dictionary skills, and comprehension skills. Students will be introduced to: (1) both academic and non-academic materials, and (2) strategies for approaching different types of reading. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Differentiate and apply reading techniques such as scanning for details and making predictions. 2. Comprehend basic functional vocabulary such as the calendar, parts of the body, clothing, and health. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of basic word attack skills such as vowels, digraphs, and plurals. 4. Utilize the dictionary to locate parts of speech and multiple meanings (vocabulary cards). 5. Comprehend reading materials at the ACTFL level of Novice High. 6. Recite 200 words on the Fry Readability Word Lists at 90% accuracy. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CaMLA-ELT Reading score 0-11.
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• ESL 0150: Intro to Academic Writing

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Designed for students who have very limited English proficiency as indicated by TOEFL iBT writing scores of 8 or lower. Introduces the foundations of concepts related to developing writing skills in academic settings, including the skills necessary to develop coherency and fluency in writing by focusing on sentences, responses to readings, vocabulary development, and minimal technical accuracy. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Recognize and use basic English vocabulary in writing. 2. Construct a well-organized paragraph with topic, supporting, and concluding sentences. 3. Write on simple topics at the ACTFL level of Novice High. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CaMLA-ELT Grammar score 0-6.
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• ESL 0160: Intro to English Grammar

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Designed for students who have limited English proficiency skills. It will introduce the foundations of concepts related to developing skills in English usage, correct speech, writing forms and patterns, basic verb tenses and their related structures, and simple use of parts of speech. This course will focus on Standard American English usage and conventions. Offered based upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Produce written and verbal English that is grammatically accurate at the introductory level. 2. Assess the accuracy of written English that uses various aspects of introductory grammar. 3. Develop increased fluency in written and verbal English. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CaMLA-ELT Grammar score 0-6.
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