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Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as MATH 0950).
French
FRN 2710 - Introduction to French Film
Credits: 3 Course will aid students in their study of language and culture. Films will be viewed with subtitles and written work and discussions will be in French. Lab attendance required.
Prerequisite:FRN 1020 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 1-3 This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in French language and culture. Lab attendance is required. May be repeated for credit.
Contact Hours: 0 Introduction to genealogy computer programs and basic genealogy skills used to conduct research and document records with appropriate citations. Students will learn how to use internet tools for genealogy research. May take Department Challenge Exam in place of course.
Contact Hours: 0 Students explore record groups and repositories which contain 10 U.S. sources known to provide evidence linking families from students’ lifetime to 1850 and solve research problems by evaluating evidence.
Prerequisite: Completion of CEGN 0001 w/C grade or better or CEGN 0001 Department Challenge Exam.
Contact Hours: 0 Course will provide an in-depth study of sources, records, and methodologies not covered in CEGN 0010 essential to documenting and verifying family history and genealogies within the U.S. and focusing on a time period prior to 1850.
Prerequisite: Completion of CEGN 0010 with a/C grade or better or CEGN 0010 Department Challenge Exam.
Contact Hours: 0 Students examine and use major international record groups in genealogical research. Paleography, record recognition and usage, research strategies, and usage of the international collections at various repositories will be covered.
Prerequisite: Completion of CEGN 0010 w/C grade or better or CEGN Department Challenge Exam.
Contact Hours: 0 Introduction to methodologies and practices to extend family genealogies beyond the U.S. to other countries by finding evidence in unique U.S. records to link localities to International locations.
Contact Hours: 45 This course is designed to enable students to develop competence in writing life stories by analyzing, organizing, and developing ideas; to locate and use library and online resources for supporting ideas; and to adapt one’s writing to various audiences. Instruction and practice in nonfiction writing styles and mechanics, documentation, and critical reading are the focus in this course.
Contact Hours: 0 Introduction to standards in genealogical wiring, reporting, documentation and presentation of genealogical data. Students will also learn how to publish a family history in various medias.
Prerequisite: Completion of CEGN 0016 w/C grade or better.
Contact Hours: 0 This course introduces students to various forms of genealogical and family history writing, such as a compiled genealogy, four-generation report, research report, record resource guide, and family history narrative. It also introduces students to analytical reading, the writing process, analysis and evaluation of genealogical research and sources, and documentation styles.
Contact Hours: 0 Students finalize an ICAPGen credentialing application, a 4-generation report (with record citations linked to original images and research planners, and an analysis of evidence), plus assemble a research portfolio, and take a practice exam.
Prerequisite: Completion of CEGN 0110 w/C grade or better.
Contact Hours: 0 Students finalize international credentialing application, a 4-generation report (with record citations linked to original images and research planners, and an analysis of evidence), plus assemble a research portfolio, and take a practice exam.
Prerequisite: Completion of CEGN 0110 w/C grade or better.
Credits: 3 Students explore various record groups and repositories which contain US sources and conduct genealogical research for the period 1850-1900.
Prerequisite:GEN 1000 or pass pre-assessment Semester: All
Credits: 3 Course provides in-depth study of sources, records, and methodologies not covered in GEN 1000. Teaches how to document and verify family history and genealogies in the U.S. prior to 1850.
Credits: 3 Students explore key record groups and repositories which contain international sources and conduct genealogical research for the period 1850-1900.
Credits: 3 Students explore professional opportunities in genealogy and prepare to successfully work in the industry. Topics include: managing a genealogy business, pricing, time management, marketing, social networking, and partnerships.
Credits: 3 Introduces student to the methods and sources needed to extend a genealogy beyond the U.S. to other countries by finding evidence that connects U.S. records to a foreign locality.
Credits: 3 This course is designed to enable students to develop competence in writing life stories by analyzing, organizing, and developing ideas; to locate and use library and online resources for supporting ideas; and to adapt one’s writing to various audiences. Instruction and practice in nonfiction writing styles and mechanics, documentation, and critical reading are the focus in this course.
Credits: 3 Introduction to standards in genealogical writing, reporting, documentation and presentation of genealogical data. Students will also learn how to publish a family history in various medias.
Prerequisite: Completion of GEN 1016 w/C grade or better
Credits: 3 This course introduces students to various forms of genealogical and family history writing, such as a compiled genealogy, four-generation report, research report, record resource guide, and family history narrative. It also introduces students to analytical reading, the writing process, analysis and evaluation of genealogical research and sources, and documentation styles.
Credits: 3 This course introduces students to various forms of genealogical and family history writing, such as a compiled genealogy, four-generation report, research report, record resource guide, and family history narrative. It also introduces students to analytical reading, the writing process, analysis and evaluation of genealogical research and sources, and documentation styles.
Credits: 3 Students will assess and organize genealogical elements of electronically-produced family history product(s) to publish findings in a variety of formats such as storybooks, websites, DVD, video histories, and embellished documents.
Credits: 3 Students finalize their research portfolio, prepare an ICAPGen credentialing application, and prepare a 4-generation client research report. These projects require using a research planner, providing digital images of the documents found that support the researcher’s conclusions, and analyzing the importance and accuracy of the evidence used to link the generations.
Credits: 3 This course provides students with practice assignments that correlate to the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG) requirements so students will feel confident when they prepare and submit their portfolio application to become a Certified Genealogist(SM). This course walks students through the first half of the BCG requirements (Document Work and Research Report).
Prerequisite: Certificate in Genealogical Research and Writing or permission of the instructor Semester: All
Credits: 2 This course provides students with practice assignments that correlate to the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG) requirements, so students will feel confident when they prepare and submit their portfolio application to become a Certified Genealogist(SM). This course walks students through the second half of the BCG requirements (Case Study and Kinship-Determination Project).
Credits: 3 This course is designed for students who want more in-depth training in multiple advanced genealogical research methods that can be employed when tackling difficult research problems. Instruction introduces a variety of ideas, tools, and strategies that help solve a variety of genealogical problems.
Credits: 2 Students will learn how to write a nonfiction narrative family history placing the facts and information gathered from genealogical documents into a broader social historical context. Students will outline their family history book, identify themes in their family history, and write the first four chapters. Students will participate in peer review, complete multiple revisions, and incorporate feedback to improve their writing. Students will study, review, and evaluate different examples of narrative family history writing.
Credits: 3 Introduction to genetic genealogy research in the context of the genealogical proof standard. Students will learn to use genetic genealogy to solve complex family history research problems. They will create professional level reports using analysis methodologies and best practices for Y-DNA, mitochondrial DNA and autosomal DNA test results.
Credits: 3 A scientific and spatial understanding of natural processes that shape the surface of our planet and the systems that exist between the atmosphere, climate, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere within the context of the human environment.
Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to geo-programming using the Python language as it pertains primarily to manipulating and analyzing geographic information. Topics include: basic programming concepts; principles and good practice in computer programming; Python language; geo-programming concepts, methods, and approaches; and a survey of geographic problems.
Credits: 3 The purpose of this course is to focus on the cultural and geopolitical regions of the world. This includes the introduction and analysis of historical and current cultural, geopolitical, economic, and environmental issues in relation to these specific regions of the world.
Credits: 3 The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications.
Credits: 3 This course will provide students will a strong understanding of the complex interaction between the physical and cultural environments of geography along with an understanding of the geospatial technologies, spatial pattern recognition, and methodology used in geographic science.
Credits: 3 Students will be introduced to the process and energy sources that produce natural disasters, along with the spatial distribution and pattern of natural phenomena, while developing an understanding of the impact these phenomena have on human activity.
Credits: 3 Using the geospatial technology of satellite imagery, this hands-on course will investigate land-cover patterns of the physical and social environmental spatially and historically. Topics include: electromagnetic principles, sensors and their characteristics, image data sources, and image classification, interpretation, and analysis. Online students need access to Microsoft Windows.
Credits: 3 Social and environmental changes are occurring at alarming rates. Geographic data and mapping technology has revolutionized how we identify, quantify, analyze, interpret, and communicate change. Applying mapping technology has become an essential decision-making skill set in visualizing data, understanding and explaining complex situations, and communicating shared meaning.
Credits: 4 Course builds on the skills and concepts covered in GEOG 1800 with a hands-on focus on coordinate systems, vector models, raster models, data acquisition, spatial data accuracy, attribute data management, cartographic concepts, primary and secondary source data, geocoding and geoprocessing skill sets.
Prerequisite:GEOG 1800 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 3 GIS is applied to basic interpretation of the interrelationships inherent among the physical, cultural, and technological footprints of a region. Field study area may be at a local, national, or international scale.
Prerequisite:GEOG 1800 or concurrently, or instructor approval Semester: Summer
Credits: 2-4 Cooperative education represents flexibility and alternative opportunities for students to complete portions of their educational goals through new learning associated with study related internships/employment.
Credits: 4 This course introduces fundamental cartographic concepts. Successful students will be able to employ design principles to create and edit effective visual representations of data (e.g. maps, graphs and diagrams) in different formats (e.g. hardcopy, digital, web). Specific topics include the ethical and appropriate application of map scale, map projections, generalization and symbolization.
Credits: 3 Class investigates the effect of encroachment of the urban environment upon the natural environment, and the complexity of interrelationships at local, national, and global levels, to define the individual’s role.
Credits: 3 An introductory course in nonspatial and spatial descriptive statistics and inferential problem solving with probability, sampling, and estimation from a geographic and spatial perspective. All examples and real-world problems will focus on both the physical and cultural environments and will provide a solid foundation for those seeking statistical skill sets in the geospatial industry.
Prerequisite:GEOG 1820; and MATH 1010 or appropriate placement score Semester: Spring & Summer
Credits: 3 The course addresses the interpretation and understanding of a variety of data formats available in GIS. It introduces the fundamental concepts of primary GIS data creation and discusses quantitative techniques for collection, classification, and management of geographical data.
GEOG 2500 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Credits: 4 Course introduces students to the interdisciplinary uses, knowledge, and skill sets of geographic information systems (GIS) for scientific and decision-making arenas. Topics include: datums, coordinate systems and projections; vector and raster models; data acquisition, accuracy, and uncertainty; geodatabases; cartography; data sources; geocoding and geoprocessing; and legal, economic, and ethical issues associated with geographic information.
Credits: 3 This course covers the foundations of unmanned aerial systems, including history, UAS systems, payloads, data links, ground support equipment, classes of UAS systems, categories, applications, mission planning and control and recovery systems.
Recommended Corequisite:GEOG 2500 Semester: Spring
Credits: 4 The geospatial industry needs professionals trained in automation of geoprocessing functions using the programming language of Python for GIS and other geospatial technologies. Course will cover the fundamentals of Python scripting to meet industry needs. Topics include: basic concepts using Python, creating and writing Python script for geoprocessing, and customizing and automating Python in GIS.
Credits: 1 Preparatory course on unmanned aerial systems (aka drones) for the FAA Part 107 Aeronautical Knowledge Test to become a commercially licensed remote pilot. Course will focus on drone laws and FAA regulations, weather and micrometeorology, National Airspace Systems (NAS), drone flight operations, and flight training.
Credits: 3 An introductory course that describes Open Source software for both desktop and internet GIS applications. Students will learn the concepts of Open Source software, and the leading desktop and web mapping Open Source software packages such as Quantum GIS (QGIS), GRASS GIS, Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, and MapServer. Students will apply technology in lab exercises using real-world data.
Credits: 3 Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the theories and techniques used in the processing and analysis of satellite and drone (i.e., Small Unmanned Aerial Systems) data. Topics include image and sensor characteristics, information derived from satellite and drone data, and image interpretation and analysis.
Credits: 4 The course addresses the interpretation and understanding of a variety of data formats available in GIS. It introduces the fundamental concepts of primary GIS data creation and discusses quantitative techniques for collection, classification, and management of geographical data.
Credits: 3 An introduction to using drones or unmanned vehicles for digital imaging. This hands-on course covers building, operating, and outfitting for still and video imaging and image capture. Students will pilot drones provided by SLCC and may be required to travel within the Salt Lake Valley for flight training.
Prerequisite:GEOG 2650 (may be taken concurrently) Semester: Fall
Credits: 3 Flight mission planning, acquisition capture, and post-processing of imagery using Small Unmanned Systems (sUAS) for geospatial imaging and analysis. This hands-on course covers high-resolution video, aerial imaging, and intelligent mission planning for image capture, editing, analysis, mapping, 3D visualizations and modeling, and related uses. Students will pilot drones provided by SLCC and may be required to travel within the Salt Lake Valley for flight training.
Credits: 1-3 Course provides an avenue for recertification/endorsements for teachers, or an opportunities for students with varying credit needs. Individual topics will be mutually defined by instructor and student. Course may be taught with a Service Learning component.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 4 This course introduces students to problem-solving and decision-making using geospatial analysis techniques, skillsets, and knowledge which are applicable to a wide range of disciplines.
Prerequisite:GEOG 1820 Semester: Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the materials and processes that compose and shape the Earth. Topics will include earthquakes, volcanoes, rocks, minerals, global climate change, plate tectonics, the origin of earth, geologic time and fossils, glaciers, streams, landslides, and natural resources.
Credits: 3 This is an introduction to the study of the Earth’s near-surface environment and how humans interact with it. Topics include global climate change, resource extraction (such as metals and fossil fuels), groundwater and surface water pollution, air quality, and environmental law.
Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to physical geology for students considering a major in geology or geography. Topics will include rocks and minerals, earthquakes, plate tectonics, volcanoes, and internal and surficial processes, and field sampling. There is an emphasis on hands-on projects and the identification of minerals and rocks.
Credits: 3 This course presents the history of the earth through geologic time. Topics will include the formation of mountain ranges, basins, and sedimentary strata; tectonics through time; and the evolution of biota through time per the fossil record.
Credits: 3 This course is a field- and/or laboratory-based course that focuses on field identification of earth materials (rocks, minerals, and fossils), structures (faulting and folding), surficial deposits (such as landslides and mine waste piles), and geomorphic landforms. Soil and water may be collected for geologic and chemical analysis and compared to environmental benchmarks.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 5 First in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. Major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in the German culture. Lab attendance is required.
Credits: 5 Second in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. Major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in the German culture. Lab attendance is required.
Prerequisite:GER 1010 or instructor approval Semester: Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 1 Course practices currently held conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Includes role-plays, small group work and presentations. Lab attendance may be required. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite:GER 1010 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 1-2 In this course in language and culture, students plan areas of study, Service Learning or travel and work with an instructor on an individual basis. Some work may be done in groups. Lab may be required. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 4 Second-year German courses increase functional language ability focusing on listening, speaking, reading, writing as well as increased focus on culture (philosophies, history, geography, literature, etc. ) Lab attendance is required.
Prerequisite:GER 1020 or instructor approval Semester: Fall Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 4 Second-year German courses increase functional language ability focusing on listening, speaking, reading, writing as well as increased focus on culture (philosophies, history, geography, literature, etc. ) Lab attendance is required.
Prerequisite:GER 1020 or instructor approval Semester: Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 1 Course practices currently held conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Includes role-plays, small group activities and presentations. Lab attendance required. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite:GER 1020 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3 Second year courses focus on improvement of listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture skills. Major objective is to increase functional language ability through holistic approach to literature. Lab attendance required.
Credits: 3 Course will aid students in their study of language and culture. Films will be viewed with subtitles and written work and discussions will be in German. Lab attendance required.
Prerequisite:GER 1020 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 1-3 This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in German language and culture. Lab attendance is required. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 3 A comprehensive examination of the personal, social, health, political, and economic effects of substance use and abuse in the local and international communities. This course studies the impact of alcohol, tobacco, opiates, marijuana, and other drugs on the individual, family, and the global society.
Credits: 2 Promotes positive body image and self esteem. Includes self assessment, evaluation, biological, social and spiritual strategies to assist students in accepting themselves regardless of body size or images.
Credits: 3 This course offers an analysis and evaluation of social health issues facing the United States today. Disparity in health care caused by social problems such as bias, privilege, discrimination and prejudice will be discussed.
Credits: 2 This course is an overview of the use and practice of meditation to reduce stress and increase health and wellness. Different forms and purposes of meditation will be explored and daily meditation practice encouraged.
Credits: 2 A mind/body class combining lecture, practice and laughter to lower stress hormones, foster a positive and hopeful attitude and to help people increase health and vitality through unconditional laughter and yogic breathing.
HLTH 1243 - Introduction to Laughter Yoga Instructor Training
Credits: 3 Train to become a certified Laughter Yoga Instructor. Learn how to lead Laughter Yoga and Meditations sessions for social clubs, corporate clients, senior citizen groups and school children. After successful completion of this course you will be qualified as a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader (CLYL).
Recommended Prerequisite:HLTH 1242 Semester: Spring
Credits: 2 Yoga philosophy and principles are used to explore ways to be more environmentally conscious, to appreciate human interconnectedness with the environment and how to live a sustainable, ethical life.
Credits: 2 Covers ways to help minimize effects of stress. Includes techniques of prevention, perception and intervention. Also provides relaxation techniques, personality profiles, goal setting, communication, time management and imagery skills.
Credits: 3 Intro to mind/body potential for alleviating illness and improving health. Covers relaxation tech, guided imagery, and other alternative methods. Includes psychoneuroimmunology and support systems with practical application.
Credits: 3 This course covers the pre and post partum period of pregnancy as well as labor and delivery. Students will learn what to expect in pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period.
Credits: 3 This course assists successful students to prepare for certification as fitness professional by covering the educational components of teaching a safe and effective group fitness class.
Credits: 3 Class will cover the following principles of yoga: asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, mantra, meditation and other traditional yoga practices with equal time given to analytical training and teaching and practice techniques.
Recommended Prerequisite:HLAC 1057 or HLAC 1058 or personal practice Semester: All
Credits: 2 Class will cover human physical anatomy, physiology, and energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc. ) as applied to the subject and application to yoga practice.
Credits: 3 Class covers the following principles of yoga: asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, mantra, meditation and other traditional yoga practices with equal time given to analytical training and teaching, and practice techniques.
Credits: 3 Class studies advanced asanas, pranayamas, kriyas chanting, mantra, meditation and other traditional yoga techniques. Teaching methodology and ethics will be covered.
Credits: 2 This class allows students to complete the required practical teaching requirements for the Yoga Alliance. Practicum teaching will be done with fellow students during class and in the community as a volunteer.
Credits: 2 This course is an in-depth study of ancient and modern yoga texts such as Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and/or Gheranda Samhita. Students will explore various interpretations along with ways to apply the Sutras into everyday living and yoga practice.
Credits: 5 Course covers the use of asana, pranayama, shatkarma, & meditation that are traditionally used to help when teaching a yoga class or working one on one with yoga students, to help design practices that serve each individual specifically.
Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed a 200 hour Yoga Alliance Program
Credits: 3 This course offers an in-depth study of the application of Yoga and Yoga Principles through the life cycle beginning with pregnancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and older adults.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of a Yoga Alliance approved 200 hr program
Credits: 3 This course offers students opportunities to work on their own personal practice, to teach general populations and to work one on one with yoga clients to help them find a practice suited to their own needs and goals.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of a Yoga Alliance approved 200 hr program
Credits: 3 This interdisciplinary course teaches students to become active participants in achieving wellness in the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual and environmental areas of health in their lives.
HLTH 1510 - Introduction to Health Promotion and Education
Credits: 3 This course provides an introduction to the profession of health promotion and education by reviewing the history, current opportunities, practices and future directions of the field. The course will review the responsibilities and competencies of the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and their applications to local, national and international health issues. Students will explore individual, group and community intervention practices with exposure to the various professional settings of health educators.
Credits: 3 Covers nutrition function needs, sources and alterations during pregnancy, lactation, growth, development, maturation and aging. Includes disease prevention, essential nutrients, metabolism, wt. management and specific problems.