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3.00 Credits
A topical examination of American cultural and social history between the Revolution and the Civil War, focusing on the growth and development of the nation's market economy, slavery and abolition, changes in family life, evolving understandings of democracy and republicanism, and the rise of popular literature, amusements, and religion. Will be taught every three years in Fall beginning 2015 based upon student demand. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate substantive knowledge of the important cultural developments unfolding in America in the era designated. 2. Argue and write analytically, clearly, cogently, and comparatively regarding various aspects of American cultural life during this period, the vehicles for doing so being a mix of exams, research projects, book reviews, and historiographical essays. 3. Develop and improve argumentation and oral discussion skills by contributing to class discussions based on readings in the academic literature relevant to this era of cultural development in America. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher).
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Designed to meet the individual needs of advanced students in the History Department who wish to pursue a specific focus of special interest not available in the existing course offerings. Students work under close supervision by appropriate faculty in the design and successful completion of the course. Structured by a formal contractual arrangement with the faculty member that is submitted at the beginning of the semester in which that course work is undertaken. 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. Explain how major political, social, and cultural developments have shaped their historical or methodological topic. 2. Develop and utilize the analytical skills necessary for understanding a variety of primary and secondary historical sources and relevant methodological techniques. 3. Improve their written and oral communication skills through course assignments, including a final paper. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
Senior history seminar emphasizing historiographical literacy, research, and writing skills in relation to a specific historical topic. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Produce a substantive written research project based on a clearly articulated, open-ended, researchable historical question yielding a well-argued and debatable conclusion rooted in their examination and interpretation of the primary and secondary source materials used to conduct their research. Students must share their work with others in the class by offering an oral presentation of their projects supported by any ancillary aids and enhancements they select. Prerequisite: HIST 3000 (Grade C or higher). SP
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2.00 Credits
Strongly recommended for students entering health professions; open to all students. Emphasizes memorization of word roots, suffixes, and prefixes of both Greek and Latin origin, as well as proper pronunciation and spelling of medical terms. Material is organized according to body systems; some basic anatomy and physiology is included. 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. Analyze and understand simple to advanced medical terms, alone and in context. 2. Identify and state the correct spelling and pronunciation of medical terms. 3. Relate medical terms with the proper body systems. 4. Describe symptoms and manifestations of some medical conditions. FA, SP, SU
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1.00 Credits
A First Year Experience course designed to help entering freshmen and transfer students with 0-24 credits majoring in nursing or allied health adapt to university life and become integrated into Utah Tech University. Students will refine academic skills, create and foster social networks, learn about college resources, and explore different fields of study in the health sciences. Students will begin to explore the collaborative relationships necessary for interdisciplinary health care. 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. Know their way around Utah Tech University. 2. Know some strategies for dealing with the challenges of college life. 3. Know how to succeed academically. 4. Understand their major or area of study. FA
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1.00 Credits
This one-credit course will provide an overview of health careers to students seeking this career path. The course will include modules exploring the characteristics of healthcare providers, understanding the work environment, conversations with current healthcare providers, and the tools and resources to engage students and help them find success as they progress in this academic pathway. Further, students will be asked to participate in service outside of the classroom in organizations where they can explore patient interaction, the impact of healthcare on the community, and/or job shadowing and to reflect on those experiences. Resources to be provided. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain a variety of healthcare issues and different career choices in the field of healthcare. 2. Describe how service outside of the classroom links to healthcare graduate programs. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements for specific healthcare graduate programs and the expectations for each. 4. Summarize the elements needed to find success in a healthcare career. 5. Analyze their educational and personal preparation efforts to develop themselves into valuable members of the healthcare workforce. Course fee required. FA, SP
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0.50 Credits
Open to all students. CPR training at multiple levels dependent on student need: airway management, adult/child/infant, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation adult/child/infant, and use of pocket masks. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Recognize cardiac arrest and perform external compressions and ventilations. 2. Know how to get emergency help. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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0.50 Credits
Open to all students who have a requirement for or personal interest in basic first aid. Techniques include bleeding control; treatment, stabilization of fractures, sprains, and dislocations; and metabolic and environmental emergencies. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1.Know the priorities, roles, and responsibilities of first aid rescuers. How to identify the need for first aid. 2. Recognize elements of common injuries and illnesses as well as heart attack, difficulty breathing, choking, severe bleeding, shock, and stroke. 3. Describe how to find information on preventing illness and injury. 4. Recognize the legal questions that apply to first aid rescuers. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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1.00 Credits
Helps prepare pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy, pre-physician assistant, pre-optometry, pre-physical or occupational therapy, pre-veterinary, pre-nursing, pre-dental hygiene, pre-medical laboratory science, and other undergraduate health students for entry into professional schools. Includes opportunities to hear guest speakers, participate in health-related service learning projects, gain patient exposure and research opportunities, perform job shadowing and volunteer work, visit the Dominican Republic and/or Navajo medical clinics, receive help with professional school applications, practice mock interviews, receive mentoring, one-on-one advisement/evaluation, and much more. Students must be willing to adhere to a student contract and participate in scheduled activities. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Associate a civic educational component to their education; 2. Apply needed service, healthcare exposure and leadership in the community. 3. Connect service-based learning to academic studies for pre-health students. 3. Relate to speakers who will discuss a variety of career choices and current pertinent healthcare topics, trends, issues, etc. 4. Develop tools, knowledge, and opportunities to become competitive candidates for a variety of health care training programs. Course fee required. FA, SP, SU
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1.00 Credits
Helps prepare pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy, pre-physician assistant, pre-optometry, pre-physical or occupational therapy, pre-veterinary, pre-nursing, pre-dental hygiene, pre-medical laboratory science, and other undergraduate health students for entry into professional schools. Includes opportunities to hear guest speakers, participate in health-related service learning projects, gain patient exposure and research opportunities, perform job shadowing and volunteer work, visit the Dominican Republic and/or Navajo medical clinics, receive help with professional school applications, practice mock interviews, receive mentoring, one-on-one advisement/evaluation, and much more. Students must be willing to adhere to a student contract and participate in scheduled activities. Maximum 2 credits may be applied toward Bachelor of Science in Biology degree. Repeatable up to 7 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Associate a civic educational component to their education; 2. Apply needed service, healthcare exposure and leadership in the community. 3. Connect service-based learning to academic studies for pre-health students. 3. Relate to speakers who will discuss a variety of career choices and current pertinent healthcare topics, trends, issues, etc. 4. Develop tools, knowledge, and opportunities to become competitive candidates for a variety of health care training programs. Course fee required Prerequisites: HLOC 2000 or BIOL 3000R. FA, SP, SU
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