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  • GLS 3000: Global Cultures Topics: [Topic]

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    Takes an in-depth theoretical and research-based approach to the study of a particular topic within Global Cultures. Topics vary. Repeatable, with different topics, with a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe how the topic connects to various geographic, historical, or conceptual frameworks. 2. Investigate the course theme through careful analysis of cultural artifacts. 3. Compose a well-researched, well-articulated argument about the subject of their choosing. Prerequisites: ENGL 2010 (Grade C+ or higher).
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  • GLS 3100: Global Political Topics: [Topic]

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    Takes an in-depth theoretical and research-based approach to the study of a particular topic within Global Politics. Topics vary. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe how the topic connects to various geographic, historical, or conceptual frameworks. 2. Investigate the course theme through careful analysis of political viewpoints. 3. Compose a well-researched, well-articulated argument about the subject of their choosing. Prerequisites: English 2010 (Grade C or higher).
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  • GLS 4990: Seminar in Global Studies

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    A multi-disciplinary course that deepen students' understanding of the linkages between students' own lives with that of the people whose country is the focus of the course. Depending on credit hours attempted, the course will meet once a week, or more, during the semester; then participants will travel to a selected country for a full immersion experience. Students may engage in field observations, research, visits to culturally relevant sites, home stays, or service and service learning activities. Pre-trip activities will include literary and academic readings in preparation for the field portion. Readings and lectures will aim to integrate on-site workshops, service, and cultural visits into a cohesive whole through active learning pedagogies. First, the Course must be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least fifteen contact hours of lab, research, full immersion activities, or lecture per credit-hour offered; and third, it must include an academic final project as credit is not given for attendance alone. This course may include standard lectures, international travel, service and service-learning projects, domestic field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, simulations, observations, or other non-traditional instruction methods. For domestic travel, see instructor for additional travel costs that may apply. For international travel, see studyabroad.utahtech.edu for additional travel costs that may apply. Repeatable up to 9 credits subject to graduation restrictions. Offered upon sufficient student enrollment. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Design solutions for problems found in students' society of origin and/or host country following the Problem-Solving Analysis Protocol. 2. Analyze information collected via observation, literature review, or direct experience into a cohesive explanation of the current state of affairs of a particular issue observed while traveling abroad. 3. Present conclusions of the analysis acquired during the field portion.
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  • HASS 3150: Careers in the Humanities and Social Sciences

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    This course is designed to help students explore professional opportunities within humanities and social science disciplines. Students will develop skills that can translate to personal and professional success. Throughout this course students will investigate academic and professional options, and, with aid from campus resources, create an action plan to pursue their goals. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Compose a self-reflective values assessment that helps define broader personal goals pertaining to career paths. 2. Research career and graduate school opportunities available after graduation through the development of an action plan. 3. Create an analysis of potential major/minor options, highlighting potential skills that will help achieve long-term goals.
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  • HASS 4900R: Internship in the Humanities and Social Sciences

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    For students who are granted and accept an internship that provides an extensive learning experience in a field within the Humanities and Social Sciences. Internships offer students the opportunity to work with government, a nonprofit agency, a private agency, an employer, or an instructor. Through arrangements with a faculty member, a student may earn up to 3 credits per semester for satisfactory completion of terms of the internship. Students must be supervised by an agency representative and/or a faculty advisor. Written contracts must be completed and signed. Students are also required to submit a written evaluation of their experience before the end of the semester. Approval from faculty advisor required before enrolling. Variable Credit: 1.0 - 3.0 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. Identify best practices of professionals in a work-related environment. 2. Produce a summary of experiences learned throughout the semester in a formal, written report and/or presentation. 3. Integrate learning from major coursework with experience in a work-related environment. Prerequisites: Advanced standing; AND Instructor Permission.
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  • HHP 6290: Research Methods in Health and Human Performance

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    Interactive study of importance and process of conducting ethical research in health and human performance professions. Emphasis placed on research design, ethics, collection of data, and the dissemination of results. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify major research approaches to answering disciplinary questions in Health and Human Performance professions. 2. Apply appropriate methods to develop and investigate research questions in Health and Human Performance professions. Prerequisites: ENGL 2010 (Grade C- or higher) or acceptance to a graduate program or instructor permission. SU
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  • HHP 6295: Quantitative Methods in Human Performance

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    This course will examine the basic concepts and techniques of analysis of data in Health and Human Performance research, investigate and apply data analytic techniques which are appropriate for answering research questions and handling varying types data, report and interpret results of data analyses, consider the limitations of statistical techniques, and read and translate results from Health and Human Performance studies. Students will be introduced to the basic principles of statistical computing using analytic software. The course will emphasize statistical theory and techniques for determining bivariable associations, with an introduction to multivariable analysis. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Decide and apply the appropriate analysis procedure for each research question; basics of statistical inference (e.g., Type I and Type II error); how to use a statistical software package for analyses. 2. Explain statistical estimation and hypothesis testing concepts; statistical concepts encountered in the health and human performance professions. 3. Apply data management principles in an approach to data; basic software techniques for data analysis. 4. Analyze and interpret results of statistical software procedures; common statistics encountered in health and human performance professions. 5. Create a report of results of statistical analyses for a clinical audience. Prerequisites: MATH 1040 (Grade C- or higher) or acceptance to a graduate program, or instructor permission. FA
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  • HHP 6299: Research Non-Thesis Option

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    This course allows students to complete an evidence based research project. Acceptable non-thesis projects include critically appraised topics, interrelated series of research proposals, conducting an empirical study or a problem-based analysis of the literature, each of which require an extensive writing component. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Design a substantial evidence-based research project. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of ethical issues associated with research in health and human performance. 3. Analyze data and synthesize research findings. 4. Report research findings in written and verbal forms.
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  • HIST 1100: Western Civilization: From Pre-History to 1715 (SS, GC)

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    Fulfills a General Education Social & Behavioral Sciences requirement, and is an approved Global and Cultural Perspectives course. Explores the intellectual, social, ethical, religious, and aesthetic processes, institutions and ideas of Western Civilization from pre-history to 1715. Emphasizes reading, discussing, and writing about important texts and art forms of various periods. Successful completers will have developed an understanding of the general intellectual trends and historical contexts of western civilization through the Age of Reason. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the broad intellectual, social, economic, political, scientific, and aesthetic development of Western civilization from prehistory through the Renaissance. 2. Distinguish the Greek, Roman, medieval, and Renaissance incarnations of a variety of historical elements throughout the development of western civilization. 3. Define and discuss Western versions of such terms as humanness, family, city, state, civilization, science, technology, philosophy, reason, religion, art, literature, architecture, war, and work. 4. Analyze texts and materials in classroom discussions and on test essays. 5. Compare the past and present and evaluate the direct impact history has on their lives. FA
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  • HIST 1110: Western Civilization: From 1715 to Present (SS, GC)

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

    Fulfills a General Education Social & Behavioral Sciences requirement and is an approved Global and Cultural Perspectives course. Explores the intellectual, social, ethical, religious, and aesthetic processes, institutions and ideas of Western Civilization from 1715 to the present. Emphasizes reading, discussing, and writing about important texts and art forms of various periods. Successful completers will have developed an understanding of the general intellectual trends and historical contexts of western civilization after the Age of Reason. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the broad intellectual, social, economic, political, scientific, and aesthetic development of Western civilization from the Restoration to the present. 2. Define and discuss Western versions of such terms as humanness, family, city, state, civilization, science, technology, philosophy, reason, religion, art, literature, architecture, war, and work. 3. Analyze texts and materials in classroom discussions and on test essays. 4. Compare the past and present and evaluate the direct impact history has on their lives. SP
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