ENVS 3930 - South Africa Natural History

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

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.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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