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PSY 4930 - Senior Project: Independent Research I 3 Credit(s)
Ideally suited to students wishing to pursue hands-on research experience, research oriented careers, or a graduate degree in psychology. This course reviews and expands on skills required to conduct research: research methodology, IRB proposals, statistics, APA format, analyzing data using SPSS, graphing with Excel, and poster/paper presentations. By the end of the semester, students are expected to have an approved IRB research proposal. Students are then encouraged to register for PSY 4940 , giving them the opportunity to carry out their research projects. (Fall)
Co-requisite: PSY 4935
Prerequisite: A grade of “C -” or better in PSY 1010 , PSY 2010 , PSY 3010 , PSY 3015 and two of the following course/lab sets: PSY 3400 /PSY 3405 , PSY 3410 /PSY 3415 , PSY 3430 /PSY 3435 . Instructor Permission is required to verify the prerequisites.
General Education Course: No
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PSY 4935 - Senior Project: Independent Research I Lab 1 Credit(s)
In this lab, students enrolled in PSY 4930 will perform computer-based and supervised activities such as: turnitin.com registration and use, electronic literature searches, selection of inferential statistical tests using decision trees, data set analysis and interpretation using SPSS, graphing with Microsoft Excel, IRB submissions, and Powerpoint presentations - their creation and dissemination. (Fall)
Co-requisite: PSY 4930
Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or better in PSY 1010 , PSY 2010 , PSY 3010 , and at least one of the Department’s Methods Course/lab sets
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PSY 4940 - Senior Project: Independent Research II 3 Credit(s)
Ideally suited to students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in psychology. This course allows students to conduct research for which they have received IRB approval. Students will complete their research project and submit an APA style professional paper. Though not required, it is anticipated that many students will submit their research for presentation and/or publication. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credits, with a maximum of 3 credits counting towards a Psychology major. (Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite: Instructor permission
General Education Course: No
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PSY 4950 - History and Systems 3 Credit(s)
This course serves as one option for satisfying the senior requirement of the psychology major. This course is a comparison of different theories and methods of psychology and their historical context. An evaluation of theories and methods from philosophical and scientific standpoints will be carried out. This is a capstone course and should be taken late in the junior or senior year. (Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite: PSY 1010
General Education Course: No
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PSY 5100 - Psychopharmacology 3 Credit(s)
This course provides comprehensive coverage of psycho-pharmacology, including drugs of abuse. The curriculum will explore effects of drug use/abuse on brain and body. This course is required curriculum necessary to sit for the Utah State License Substance Abuse Counselor Examination. (Fall, Spring)
General Education Course: No
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PSY 5101 - Dynamics of Addiction 3 Credit(s)
This course introduces models of addiction and application of models to individuals who represent broad spectrums of traits, lifestyles, and risk factors. This course is required curriculum necessary to sit for the Utah State License Substance Abuse Counselor Examination. (Fall, Spring)
General Education Course: No
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PSY 6830 - Readings in Forensic Psychology 1 to 3 Credit(s)
A guided reading and discussion pertaining to a special area of interest within forensic psychology. Students and instructors will agree on the topic and readings to be covered. Credits can vary from 1-3.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MSFS program and instructor permission
General Education Course: No
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EDUC 6560 - American Higher Education Environments 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the types of learning environments and different models of organizational functioning that currently exist in American colleges and universities. Students analyze and examine the influence environments have on individual behavior and how environments can be shaped and created to encourage student learning and engagement. (Spring Even Years)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6000 - Program Overview and Theory of Public Administration 3 Credit(s)
This is a foundation course that provides an overview of the MPA program and introduces students to the public administration profession. Students learn about MPA curriculum, areas of emphasis, and the experiential learning requirements. Additionally, students study the theoretical and practical framework for public administration, as well as competencies required for career public servants and nonprofit administrators. (On-campus, Fall; online, Spring)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission Required
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6200 - Public Sector Economics 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the theory and practice of public sector economics and decision making. This course provides an overview of basic economics, political influences, information management and requirements, and fiduciary responsibility for public funds. Emphasis is given to subnational level of government and nonprofit organizations. (Online, Fall; on-campus, Spring)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission Required.
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6300 - Administrative Law 3 Credit(s)
Analyzes the authority of administrative agencies with an emphasis on the study of the administrative relationship between the legislature, government, executives, and regulatory agencies, as well as the judicial review of administrative agencies. (On-campus, Spring; online Summer)
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6440 - Research Methods 3 Credit(s)
This course will cover research design using real-life examples and exercises. Students will become familiar with both quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection, including experimental and quasi-experimental design, surveys, and field research, evaluation research, and policy analysis. Students are encouraged to complete 9 credits of MPA courses prior to enrolling in this course. (On-campus, Fall; online, Spring)
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6500 - Public HR Management 3 Credit(s)
This course provides MPA students with the knowledge and skills to supervise and manage employees. Topics include how to: set performance expectations; motivate and coach for performance improvement; comply with HR rules/regulations; incorporate staff needs into the budget process. (Online, Fall; on-campus Spring)
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPA Degree program
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6540 - Higher Education Law & Policy 3 Credit(s)
This course provides the background for understanding the law and policy of higher education in the United States, particularly in Utah. It covers policy topics including the governance of higher education as well as legal issues relating to college employees, faculty, and students. (As Needed)
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PADM 6550 - Student Affairs in Higher Education 3 Credit(s)
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Student Affairs profession. Historical, ethical, philosophical, and theoretical foundations are explored. Core competencies and functional areas within the profession, diversity of institutional type, student populations, characteristics of today’s college students, and com temporary issues are examined. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6560 - American Higher Education Environments 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the types of learning environments and different models of organizational functioning that currently exist in American colleges and universities. Students analyze and examine the influence environments have on individual behavior and how environments can be shaped and created to encourage student learning and engagement. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6570 - Student Development in College, Theory and Practice 3 Credit(s)
Understanding the psychosocial development of college students is necessary for designing student affairs programs and developing a student affairs practice. This course is designed to help graduate students effectively integrate theories of student development with the day to day practice of being a student affairs professional, and learn to become both an administrator and a “helper.” (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6580 - The History of American Higher Education 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the historical foundations and evolution of higher education to understand the emergence of American higher education and some of the social, cultural, and political events of historical significance. Students will develop context from which to appreciate the ever-changing landscape of higher education as well as the impact societal expectations have on higher education. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6600 - Leadership and Management in the Public Sector 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the differences between leadership and management and how each can apply to the public and nonprofit professional. Students will complete self-assessments and evaluate personal strengths and weaknesses as they learn how ethical guidelines, organization theories, human behaviors, and public sector values impact leaders and managers in the public and nonprofit sectors. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission Required
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6610 - Public Policy Analysis 3 Credit(s)
An examination of the institutions that combine to make, implement, and evaluate American public policy. Various models of public policymaking will be studied and applied. A variety of substantive areas may be the focus of this course. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission Required
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6615 - Comparative Public Policy 3 Credit(s)
Students will analyze how historical, economic, legal, political, and social considerations affect public policy development in the US and throughout the world. Comparative public policy is mostly concerned with examining how public policies differ when comparing different countries, why public policies differ, and the impact public policies have on societies. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6620 - Critical Thinking and Ethics in the Public Sector 3 Credit(s)
Critical thinking is a key competency required for today’s public administrators. This course dissects the steps involved in critical reasoning and explores the impact of those steps on ethical decision-making. Students apply critical analysis to ethical dilemmas and cases. Additionally, the course emphasizes standards of professional conduct, and the political and legal implications of ethical decision-making. (Spring, on-campus; Summer, online.)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6630 - State & Local Government 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the principles and practices of the structure, administration, financing, and politics of state and local government. Special attention focuses on the allocation of authority, roles, responsibilities and cross-cutting policy issues affecting the operation of states and localities. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPA program
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6640 - Constitutional Law 3 Credit(s)
This course offers a scholarly and professional-based examination of constitutional law. It provides public administrators with the background, awareness, and critical knowledge about constitutional standards, fundamental constitutional foundations and pitfalls they may encounter as they execute their administrative duties. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission Required
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6650 - Managing America’s Cities 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to give students an overview of city management. It will review the laws that create and enable municipalities and it will explore the many policy and management challenges experienced by city managers. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6670 - Public Sector Contracting 3 Credit(s)
This course prepares students to create, manage, and evaluate projects that require contracts between vendors and the government. Student will consider environmental impact, construction standards, and multiple risks associated with contracts. They will collaborate as they develop and report on a multi-faceted project, as well as select vendors and determine project costs. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No.
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PADM 6700 - Organization & Administration at the Criminal Justice Agency 3 Credit(s)
This course identifies and develops the practices, and princ·1ples to organized and administer the goals and objectives of middle and upper level management and administration officials in the three primary criminal Justice agencies, police, courts, and corrections. Instructor approval required. (Independent Study Only). (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6710 - Community Policing Administration 3 Credit(s)
This course identifies and develops the practices and principles to implement, organize, administer, and evaluate “the Community Policing” administration concepts in the policing aspect of the Criminal Justice System. (Fall)
Prerequisite: PADM 6700 and Admission to the MPA program
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6720 - Criminal Justice Policy 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the impact of crime prevention policies on crime rates while considering the diversity of crime and criminals. Students will analyze the effectiveness of policies designed to prevent retail sector crimes, substance abuse, and street crimes. (Independent Study) (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6750 - Special Topics in Public Administration 3 Credit(s)
Topics vary each semester but generally focus on current issues related to administration, policy, and theoretical foundations for contemporary issues in public administration. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6830 - Readings & Conferences 1 to 3 Credit(s)
This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to do extended readings on a specialized public administration topic. Students can also use this to launch or complete the major research project. Full-time graduate faculty in the department can approve enrollment. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Graduate Admission
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6890 - MPA Internship 1 to 6 Credit(s)
The MPA internship is a required elective for all students who have less than one year of professional experience in the public or nonprofit sector. Students must complete 300 internship hours. Students usually enroll for three credit hours and finish in one semester. If not, students must enroll for at least one credit hour each semester until the internship is completed. Students seeking to waive this requirement must explain in writing how he/she developed the competencies normally developed in the internship experience and why the requirement should be waived. Repeatable up to 6 credits. Prior approval by a faculty adviser is required. (P/F) (Fall, Spring, Summer)
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6900 - MPA Thesis 1 to 6 Credit(s)
This is one of two options available to meet the experiential learning requirement. Students develop a proposal, complete the research, and write a traditional thesis. Student must form a thesis committee consisting of a chair and two members. The chair and one member must serve as MPA faculty or adjunct. The third committee member should be drawn from the professional or academic community and have experience or knowledge related to the thesis topic. Student usually enroll for three credit hours when the thesis beings. If not completed in the initial semester, students must enroll for a minimum of one credit hour each subsequent semester until the thesis is completed. Course may be repeated up to 6 credits. Student must receive prior approval from the faculty advisor before enrolling in the course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
Prerequisite: Admission to the program and permission on the instructor.
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6950 - Professional Project 1 to 6 Credit(s)
The professional project is one of two options for core electives. Student will propose a project that benefits a public or nonprofit organization. A project report must be completed and the results presented to the organization. The project cannot be part of the student’s regular job responsibilities. Prior approval by MPA faculty advisor is required. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Fall, Spring, Summer Graded
General Education Course: No
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PADM 6990 - Capstone in Public Administration 3 Credit(s)
Students demonstrate knowledge and competencies acquired in previous MPA coursework by completing a capstone project. Students map a personal career path and create a plan to strengthen and maintain the competencies for lifelong learning. Students integrate public service values and ethics into their projects and future pursuits. Students may complete their Professional Project concurrent with this class. (Online, Fall; on-campus Spring)
Prerequisite: PADM 6440 - Research Methods with a grade of “B-” or better.
General Education Course: No
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RANG 3600 - Range Management 3 Credit(s)
Evaluation, improvement and perpetuation of range lands. Three hours of lecture per week. (Fall)
Co-requisite: RANG 3605
General Education Course: No
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RANG 3605 - Range Management Lab 1 Credit(s)
Lab to accompany RANG 3600 . One three-hour meeting per week. Longer field trips may be scheduled. (Fall)
Co-requisite: RANG 3600
General Education Course: No
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RANG 3800 - Wildland Plant Identification 3 Credit(s)
Autecology, identification, value, uses of woody, forb, grass, and grass-like species found in major plant communities of the west and central U.S. Emphasis will be on native and important introduced. (Spring)
Co-requisite: RANG 3805
General Education Course: No
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RANG 3805 - Wildland Plant ID Lab 1 Credit(s)
Plant identification of wildland ecosystems based on sight recognition of morphological characteristics, with limited use of plant keys. Field trips will supplement the lab. (Spring)
Co-requisite: RANG 3800
General Education Course: No
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RANG 4000 - Rangeland - Ungulate Animal Relations 3 Credit(s)
Characterization of domestic and wild animal use of rangelands as related to environmental factors, foraging behavior, and nutrition needs emphasizing the interaction of rangeland and animal resources to optimize nutrient intake. (Spring)
Prerequisite: RANG 3600
General Education Course: No.
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RANG 4200 - Wildland Ecology 3 Credit(s)
Ecology of western wildlands including major life zones, ecosystems, range plant responses and inventories, monitoring, and grazing systems. Will include current issues in Wildland Ecology. (Spring)
Prerequisite: RANG 3600
General Education Course: No
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RANG 4400 - Wildland Restoration 3 Credit(s)
Fundamentals of restoring, reclaiming, improving disturbed landscapes & ecosystems, including assessment of site conditions, restoration goals & feasibility; hydrologic, biotic & soil function. (Fall)
Co-requisite: RANG 4405
Prerequisite: RANG 4200 & RANG 3800
General Education Course: No
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RANG 4405 - Wildland Restoration Lab 1 Credit(s)
Fundamentals of restoring and improving disturbed landscapes and ecosystems. Topics include assessment of site conditions; goals and feasibility; using hydrologic, biotic, and soil functions. (Fall)
Co-requisite: RANG 4400
Prerequisite: RANG 4200 & RANG 3800
General Education Course: No
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RANG 4850 - Undergraduate Research 1 to 5 Credit(s)
Original research arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Students are required to present their results to an audience outside of the department. May be repeated for credit, up to a maximum of 5 credits. (Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
General Education Course: No
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RANG 4890 - Internship 1 to 4 Credit(s)
Designed to provide on-the-job experience in natural resources/range. Requires 3 hours of work per week per credit hour. The internship site must be pre-approved by an agriculture instructor. May be repeated for credit, up to a maximum of 12 credits. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
General Education Course: No
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RANG 4920 - Workshop 1 to 3 Credit(s)
Designed to give credit for intensive range learning situations outside of the traditional class and lab. Students may receive workshop credit for activities such as seminars, short courses, in-service training and travel study. Workshop credit must be arranged by a range program faculty member and receive approval at the departmental level. May be repeated for credit, up to a maximum of 6 credits. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
General Education Course: No
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BIS 2000 - Foundations of Interdisciplinary Studies 2 Credit(s)
This course will introduce students to the concepts and foundations of interdisciplinary study, focusing on discussion-generated understanding.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or Instructor Approval
General Education Course: No
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BIS 3000 - Interdisciplinary Research Methods 3 Credit(s)
This course will examine research methods for interdisciplinary study and explore different perspectives on a variety of topics. Students will develop their ideas for their interdisciplinary capstone project by evaluating and comparing the methodologies presented in the course.
Prerequisite: BIS 2000
General Education Course: No
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BIS 4000 - Interdisciplinary Capstone and Portfolio 3 Credit(s)
In this course students will complete an interdisciplinary capstone project in which they utilize and expand upon the knowledge and skills from previous coursework. Students will also create a portfolio that will reflect critical thinking, research, and oral and written communication skills. Students will be required to showcase their portfolio or capstone project in a public venue.
Prerequisite: BIS 3000 or Instructor Permission
General Education Course: No
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CONV 2010 - Passport to SUU 1 Credit(s)
Passport to SUU is a course that allows the students to experiences many live events on campus, including Convocations Lectures, theatre, dance and music performance events. The course seeks to add richness, depth and opportunity for personal, professional growth for the student, maximizing the experiential and integrated experience they have on campus every semester. Course may be repeated as desired since the content of events changes each semester. (P/F, repeatable up to 8 credits)
General Education Course: No
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INTG 1000 - Integrated Workflow Solutions 4 Credit(s)
A team-taught course focused on problem solving and producing artifacts in an integrated, digital environment. This course was designed to break down the barriers between individual courses and provide you skills and habits of mind to transfer learning from one course over to other situations. Must be taken concurrently with at least two other courses. Four hours of lecture per week. (Fall, Spring)
Co-requisite: Course must be taken concurrently with at least two other approved courses.
General Education Course: No
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SCI 1010 - Medical Terminology 2 Credit(s)
Basic course in the technical language of medicine. Using a student directed approach textbook and audio cassette system, students learn the technical terms and language. Course meets two hours per week. Recommended for anyone interested in health or medicine careers. (Fall, Spring)
General Education Course: No
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SCI 1020 - Pharmacology 1 Credit(s)
This course is designed for those students who are pursuing Athletic Training as a major or related majors. It provides instruction on the many facets of pharmacology; i.e.: how drugs work in the body, indications and adverse effects, abuse of medications, legal aspects of medicines, and where to look for applicable drug information (Fall odd years)
General Education Course: No
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SCI 1999 - E-Portfolio/WebCT Access 0 Credit(s)
E-Portfolio/ Web CT Access is managed through this course.
General Education Course: No
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SCI 2120 - Service Learning 1 Credit(s)
This course is designed to take the student volunteer through the process of volunteerism and its application to themselves and their academic training through practical experience and critical reflection. May be taken two times for credit. This is a designated Service Learning course. (P/F) (Fall, Spring, Summer)
General Education Course: No
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SCI 2300 - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Course 6 Credit(s)
This course will prepare the student to become a competent, entry level EMT, ready to serve in a career or volunteer position within the Emergency Medical System. Coursework includes lecture, practical skills and ambulance ride along hours. (P/F) (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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SCI 2830 - Readings & Conferences 1 Credit(s)
May be repeated for a total of 8 credits. (P/F) (As Needed)
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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SCI 3300 - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician 3 Credit(s)
This course will prepare the student to become an entry level Advanced EMT. Coursework includes lecture, practical skills, ambulance ride-along hours, and clinical rotations in the Emergency Room Department. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to acquire the National Registry certification to further their employment goals. (P/F) (As Needed)
Prerequisite: SCI 2300 or equivalent
General Education Course: No
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SCI 6000 - Environmental Education - Living & Interaction Where One Lives 1 to 3 Credit(s)
A course designed for Master of Education degree students who are teaching at the elementary or secondary level. The course provides a blended lecture and lab format designed to immerse teachers in the complexity and comprehensiveness of environmental studies. Emphasis will be placed on environmental education in the context of place and will include components of literature and history, politics, economics, sociology, biology, range management, ranching, chemistry, geology, and geography. The course will meet for 5-12 hour days and be based out of the Cedar Mountain Science Center.
General Education Course: No
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SCI 6010 - Environmental Education - Living & Interaction Where One Lives Lab 1 Credit(s)
A course designed for Master of Education degree students who are teaching at the elementary or secondary level. The course provides a blended lecture and lab format designed to immerse teachers in the complexity and comprehensiveness of environmental studies. Emphasis will be placed on environmental education in the context of place and will include components of literature and history, politics, economics, sociology, biology, range management, ranching, chemistry, geology, and geography. The course will meet for 5-12 hour days and be based out of the Cedar Mountain Science Center.
General Education Course: No
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SCED 3400 - Educating Diverse Populations 3 Credit(s)
This course examines the changing dynamics of school populations that includes demographics, race, ethnicity, culture, economics, at-risk populations and other current issues. (Fall, Spring)
General Education Course: No
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SCED 3570 - Sec Classroom Management 3 Credit(s)
This course examines multiple models and theories of classroom management, discipline, and motivation strategies for use in secondary classrooms. Public school practicum included. (Fall, Spring)
Co-requisite: SCED 3590 and Departmental Permission
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
General Education Course: No
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SCED 3590 - Planning, Delivery, & Assessment 3 Credit(s)
This course prepares students for all aspects of secondary curriculum planning, instructional delivery, and assessment strategies. A professional teaching unit and work sample will be completed. (Fall, Spring)
Co-requisite: SCED 3570 and Departmental Permission
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department and Admission to Block.
General Education Course: No
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SCED 3720 - Content Area Literacy and Common Core 3 Credit(s)
This course examines processes and strategies to assist pre-service candidates in improving the vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills of their students. Strategies will be emphasized. Teacher Candidates will construct a unit with content literacy strategies that assists diverse learners. (Fall, Spring, Summer, Online)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department and Academic 4900 Course
General Education Course: No
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SCED 4520 - Practicum/Induction Seminar 2 Credit(s)
Students will be provided meaningful practicum opportunities, field experience, and induction seminars in the public schools in preparation for student teaching and for entering the job market. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
Co-requisite: Departmental Permission
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department, SCED 3570 , SCED 3590
General Education Course: No
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SCED 4980 - Secondary Student Teaching 8 Credit(s)
Students will be placed in a public school classroom, based upon their academic preparation, for a comprehensive induction experience prior to secondary licensure. Advanced application req. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
Co-requisite: Admission to Student Teaching
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department
General Education Course: No
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SCED 6200 - Secondary Educational Psychology 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to give pre-service teachers knowledge of the relationship which exists between psychology, students, and the world of teaching and learning. The course explores concepts pertaining to learning modalities along with multicultural and gender-based learning theories. (Online, Maymester, or arranged for face-to-face cohort groups)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Educator Licensure Program
General Education Course: No
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SCED 6570 - Managing Diverse Secondary Learners 3 Credit(s)
This course examines multiple perspectives on student motivation and the management of learning environments. Contemporary and proactive perspective linking theories of motivation and management to instructional practice and classroom management will be used to develop content curriculum and assessment. (Online, Summer 1st session, or assigned for face-to-face cohort groups.)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Educator Licensure Program
General Education Course: No
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SCED 6590 - Instructional Models & Assessment 3 Credit(s)
This course examines multiple models of instructional planning, delivery, and assessment. Current trends will be used to implement effective instruction, match models to achievement targets, and evaluate learning based on results of quality assessments before, during and after instruction. (Online, Summer 1st session, or arranged for face-to-face cohort groups)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Educator Licensure Program
General Education Course: No
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SCED 6980 - Secondary Clinical Practice 6 Credit(s)
An in-school experience designed to help teachers apply methods and materials found to be successful with the adolescent. This course must be taken concurrently with academic 4980 (two- three credit hours). This clinical practice experience will be supervised by professors from the College of Education and from the student’s academic major area. Academic 4900 is a prerequisite to this clinical practice experience. Advance application required. Fee required. See Clinical Practice Fee Schedule. (P/F) (Fall, Spring, Summer)
Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Graduate Educator Licensure Program, Office of Graduate Studies, and have completed all prerequisite classes
General Education Course: No
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SOSC 4900 - Teaching Social Science Subjects 2 Credit(s)
Problems, concepts, methods, and objective of teaching social science subjects in the areas of history, political science, sociology and economics. (Spring)
General Education Course: No
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SOSC 4980 - Student Teaching 2 Credit(s)
(P/F)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 1010 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Credit(s)
Designed to give students a foundation for all future sociological studies. Develops an understanding of the role of social organization on human interaction. Introduces definitions, terms, and concepts used in sociological literature. (Fall, Spring)
General Education Course: Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
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SOC 1020 - Social Problems 3 Credit(s)
This course examines current cultural and social aspects of problems such as poverty, racial and gender inequality, crime, health and illness. The course examines ties between these social problems and their connection to the broader structural issues of inequality. (Fall, Spring)
General Education Course: Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
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SOC 2600 - Marriage and Family 3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the family as a key societal institution and explores the changes taking place in contemporary marriage patterns. We will examine the various components of the family, the variations of contemporary families and experiences of families of different social classes and ethnicities. We will also explore the realities of marital power, domestic work, child-rearing, family violence, and overall family changes. (Spring)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3000 - Social Inequality & Justice 3 Credit(s)
This course examines inequality in contemporary societies and people’s collective responses to inequitable situations. (Spring)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3010 - Origins of Human Society 3 Credit(s)
This course offers a sociological/anthropological introduction to the cultural and social origins of human society. Basic theories and principles of sociology and cultural anthropology will be emphasized along with competing contemporary theories of human origin. (Spring)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3030 - Civic Engagement, Service Learning & Leadership 3 Credit(s)
Exploration of the challenges facing contemporary diverse communities, and how sociological ideas and methods can be used to understand social problems and affect change through an engaged-learning approach that combines academic work with community service. (Annually)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3110 - Traveling Across South Asia 3 Credit(s)
This course is a window onto South Asian nations from Afghanistan to Pakistan. It explores the geographic, social, economic and political landscapes of South Asian nations through sociological eyes. (Spring Odd Years)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3130 - Gender and Work 3 Credit(s)
The course examines the changing nature and patterns of work on a worldwide scale from the perspective of gender. Who does what and why? What are the causes and effects of these shifts? (As Needed)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3140 - Demography 3 Credit(s)
This course examines the growth, structure, and composition of human populations. This course analyzes fertility, mortality, and migration, among other topics.
General Education Course: No.
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SOC 3150 - Sociology of Drugs 3 Credit(s)
This introduction to the key terms, concepts, and theoretical perspectives of the sociology of drugs and drug use will broaden students’ understanding of the meaning and impact of drugs on society. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3200 - Sociology of Popular Culture 3 Credit(s)
Using general theories of the nature of social and cultural structures, this course provides a sociological analysis of every day American culture. Examining popular culture such as print, media, television, sport, and other aspects of a consumer-driven culture helps understand prevailing values and anticipate changing norms and behaviors. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3250 - Food and Culture 3 Credit(s)
This course addresses the relationship between food and culture. It examines food taboos and rituals, food and identity, alcohol and drug use, feasting and fasting, hunger and obesity, and the global politics of food production and consumption. (Annually)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3270 - Sociology of Sports 3 Credit(s)
An introduction to the key terms, concepts, and theoretical perspectives of the sociology of sports will broaden students’ understanding of the meaning and impact of sports on culture and society. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3300 - Sociology of Education 3 Credit(s)
This course analyzes the school as a social organization. Among topics considered are power and control in the school classroom organization and procedures and their relation to learning; roles of educators; and relations between school and community. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3350 - Social Psychology 3 Credit(s)
This course provides students with a systematic introduction to sociological social psychology. Both sociological and psychological approaches are considered, before specifically addressing the theoretical and empirical studies of symbolic interactionism, ethnomethodology, and postmodern social psychology. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3370 - Gender and Society in Global Perspectives 3 Credit(s)
An introduction to the field of gender studies with a focus on sex role behavior from several theoretical perspectives. Emphasis is on recent sociological research as well as cross-cultural and historical analysis of women and men in society. (Fall)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3410 - Environmental Sociology 3 Credit(s)
This course is an exploration of the interconnectedness between the social world of humans and the biophysical world in which they exist. Topics include population growth, land and resource development, identity attachments to the land, the impact of environmentalism and environmental justice issues today. (As needed)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3450 - Applied Research Methods 3 Credit(s)
This course provides students with a firm grasp of the quantitative and qualitative research methods commonly used in the social sciences, enables students to execute their own worthwhile research projects, and helps students be informed consumers of research. (Fall)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3500 - Deviance 3 Credit(s)
This course is an exploration of social deviance as evidenced in subcultures in American society. It is designed to apply major criminological and deviance theories to modern day deviant groups, while contextually examining the construction of deviant identities in relation to mainstream values. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3560 - Sociology of Leisure & Tourism 3 Credit(s)
An in-depth course, students will learn about the historical, geographical, cultural, and sociological variability of leisure and tourism, both in America and around the world. (Fall Even Years)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3610 - Juvenile Delinquency 3 Credit(s)
This course is an exploration of past and current delinquency theories, trends and issues. Topics included in this course are an extensive review of theory, female delinquency, gangs, the juvenile justice system, police and juveniles, the role of family, peers, schools, and drugs on delinquency and juvenile corrections today. (As Needed)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3630 - Race and Ethnic Relations 3 Credit(s)
A study of the ethnic patterns in contemporary American society. Emphasis is placed on contemporary theories of race and ethnic relations, the problems of prejudice and discrimination, and myths concerning group differences, and contemporary issues and dilemmas of inter-group relations. (As Needed)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3700 - Crime and Society 3 Credit(s)
This course is a survey and exploration of crime including a review of classic and contemporary criminological theories, trends in crime, and a brief historical overview. Specific topics will include property crimes, violent crimes and hate crimes, white-collar crimes, organized crime and police discretion. The criminal justice system will be explored as a process, focusing on the U.S. correctional system today, the prison system, and alternatives to prison. (As needed)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3780 - Social Theory 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to the major strands of social theory of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Emphasizes the contributions of individual thinkers from each of the key traditions—conflict, functionalist, interactionist, structuralist, feminist, post-modernist/post-structuralist. (Spring)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3800 - Urban Sociology 3 Credit(s)
History of the rise of urban/industrial societies. Examination of the social and economic structures and organization of modern cities. Emphasis on urban social ecology and modern urban social conditions. (Every other year)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3850 - Anthropology & Sociology of Religion 3 Credit(s)
This course examines religion as a key societal institution and cultural practice. Ethnographic studies illustrate classical and contemporary theories on the meaning, function, and interpretation of religious experience. The intersection of religion with ethnicity, class, gender, and politics is explored. (Annually). This course is cross-listed as ANTH 3160 .
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or ANTH 1010 recommended
General Education Course: No
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SOC 3900 - Social Movements 3 Credit(s)
This course is an examination of how social movements arise and are maintained, of why certain kinds of movements emerge, and of what impact they have upon society, both globally and locally. (Fall Odd Years)
General Education Course: No
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SOC 4000 - Political Sociology 3 Credit(s)
The course is a survey of sociological approaches to power, government and politics. It will identify key concepts and theories; analyze substantive issues; and consider current research. Contemporary issues and problems will be examined as well. The course will focus on in-class discussion and a student term paper. Can also be counted as a Political Science credit. (Fall Even Years)
Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or SOC 1020
General Education Course: No
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