Jun 27, 2024  
2021-2022 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2021-2022 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering Information:
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 ).

 

Refrigeration JATC Technology

  
  • RFA 2600 - Adv. Electricity/Electronics

    Credits: 2
    Advanced study of electrical principles and applications to refrigeration systems and electronic controls including installation, repair, and trouble-shooting.


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RFA 2610 - Test Prep-Refrigeration

    Credits: 2
    This course is to assist the Apprentice in preparation for Journeyman exam. It is a hands-on practical application course of materials and equipment used in the trade.


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Religious Studies

  
  • RELS 2010 - Introduction to Asian Religions & Philosophy (IG)

    Credits: 3
    This course explores the religious traditions of Asia; Hinduism, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism.  Students will use both primary and secondary sources to study the literature, practices, and ethical and moral teachings of them.  The nature of humankind’s search for meaning and values alone with contemporary issues, will be analyzed through the lens of these ancient religions & philosophies.

    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RELS 2020 - Introduction to Buddhist Traditions (IG)

    Credits: 3
    This course explores global variations of Buddhist cultures, literatures, moral teachings, scriptural interpretations, and philosophies, through primary and secondary sources. Students will also discover how Buddhist traditions have evolved, in both Eastern and Western cultures, relative to contemporary issues such as war, peace, gender, religious identity, and religious traditions.

    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RELS 2030 - Introduction to Islam (HU)

    Credits: 3
    An academic approach to understanding Islam since its conception in 7th C. Arabia. This course introduces  students to belief & practice, religious devotion expressed through art, poetry, and mysticism and to the examination of contemporary expressions and issues from the Sunni/Shi’a/Sufi divisions to the development of Islam in America, its role in expressions of gender & of ‘political Islam’.

    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RELS 2120 - The Religious Experience: Space, Time, Language (HU)

    Credits: 3
    Using interdisciplinary theories of the origin of religion, students learn to describe, interpret, explain & evaluate human experiences of the sacred through material culture & sacred traditions especially as it pertains to the roles of space, ritual, sacred time, & language in the construction of others’ & one’s own conceptions of sacredness.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HUMA 1100  or RELS 2300  
    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RELS 2300 - World Religions (IG)

    Credits: 3
    This is an introduction to the diverse, dynamic & influential world religions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, & Islam. The approach is global & comparative; each tradition is explored within the academic study of religion through its sacred literature, philosophy, art, history, rituals, & institutions giving special attention to the interrelated dynamics that shape human communities.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RELS 2400 - Religious Diversity US (HU, DV)

    Credits: 3
    This course examines the dynamic relationship between religion & American culture. The approach is a Cultural Studies method to offer ways of how to recognize, understand, and analyze religious influences in contemporary life through overarching themes; how religion shapes & is shaped by American life, how we encounter minority religions, & how the U.S. is coping with religious diversity.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Respiratory Therapy

  
  • RESP 1010 - Introduction to Respiratory Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Explore the profession of respiratory therapy, including an overview of the required knowledge and skills of the profession.

    Semester: Spring & Summer


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1100 - Introduction to Respiratory Therapy & Medical Terminology

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the role of a Respiratory Therapist in the hospital setting as a member of the health care team. This course includes the history of the profession, professional organization, credentialing, and licensing agencies. It also includes discussion on medical ethics, communication, legalities, medico-legal issues of health care, medical charting, patient and employee safety, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) regulations, and an introduction to medical terminology, patient assessment and patient care documentation.

    Prerequisite: Completion of all prerequisite courses and admission into the Respiratory Therapy program.
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1110 - Cardiopulmonary Structure & Function

    Credits: 3
    Human anatomical structure and function with a concentration on cardiac, pulmonary, and renal structure and function with emphasis on physiology as related to the practice of respiratory care.  This course covers gas laws and physical principles associated with respiratory, gas transport and acid base regulation.  It also covers ventilation, pulmonary mechanics, circulation, hemodynamics, and introduces fetal newborn anatomy and physiology and basic cardiac and renal function.

    Prerequisite: Completion of all prerequisite courses and admission into the Respiratory Therapy program.
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1120 - Cardiopulmonary Infections & Diseases

    Credits: 3
    This course covers respiratory-specific infections & diseases, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Universal Precautions recommendations and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens standard. Methods used to protect patients and workers from invasion by pathogenic microbes, how tissues react and restored to normal function. Also covers human diseases, injuries, conditions, and disorders as they relate to respiratory therapy practice. Review of all body systems and the specific clinical applications of respiratory care diagnosis.

    Prerequisite: Completion of all prerequisite courses and admission into the Respiratory Therapy program
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1130 - Respiratory Care Therapeutics I

    Credits: 3
    Theory and clinical applications of a wide range of respiratory therapy modalities, including medical gases (including cylinders, regulators, flow metering devices, and liquid oxygen), aerosols, humidity, hyperinflation techniques, chest physiotherapy, and airway clearance techniques. Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) are introduced, and students must master clinical indications, contraindications, side-effects, and desired therapeutic outcomes.

    Prerequisite: Completion of all pre-requisite courses and admission into the Respiratory Therapy program
    Corequisite: RESP 1135 
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1135 - Therapeutics I Laboratory Practical

    Credits: 2
    Introduction to patient care fundamentals, including professionalism, communication techniques, body mechanics, patient interactions, and documentation. Basic equipment design, function, troubleshooting and care of respiratory therapy devices and circuitry used to deliver and monitor therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene, hyperinflation modalities and airway clearance.

    Prerequisite:  Completion of all required pre-requisite courses and admission to the Respiratory Therapy program
    Corequisite: RESP 1130  
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1200 - Respiratory Care Pharmacology

    Credits: 3
    Principles of pharmacology including administration routes and dosage calculation, including sedation management, anesthesia, analgesia, chemotherapeutic agents, specific application of principles associated with aerosolized medications, and topical absorption, as well as a continuation of patient assessment.

    Prerequisite: RESP 1100 RESP 1110 RESP 1120 RESP 1130 , and RESP 1135  
    Semester: Summer


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1210 - Cardiopulmonary Injuries & Disorders

    Credits: 3
    This course examines the pathophysiology related to ventilation, perfusion, and oxygenation.  Special emphasis on causes and effects of cardiopulmonary failure including a review of multiple body systems involved in this process.

    Prerequisite: RESP 1100 RESP 1110 RESP 1120 RESP 1130 , and RESP 1135  
    Semester: Summer


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  
  
  • RESP 1230 - Clinical Practice I

    Credits: 4
    Students are placed in the hospital setting in order to practice clinical application of all skills learned in RESP 1135  and RESP 1225  while developing interaction skills with patients and other members of the health care team. Proficiency must be demonstrated in providing therapies, monitoring and documenting care, and prioritizing to develop time management skills, while students participate in clinical care conferences and in evaluation of the appropriateness of care with respect to Clinical Practice Guidelines.

    Prerequisite: RESP 1100 RESP 1110 RESP 1120 RESP 1130 , and RESP 1135  
    Semester: Summer


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1300 - Cardiopulmonary Structure and Function

    Credits: 3
    Provides the essential concepts of cardiopulmonary structure and function with an emphasis on pulmonary homeostasis.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1310 - Respiratory Physical Assessment

    Credits: 2
    Establish basic clinical assessment skills needed by a respiratory therapy professional. Focus on respiratory assessment techniques, standardized data collection, relevant findings, and respiratory documentation.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1320 - Respiratory Therapy Pharmacology

    Credits: 2
    Introduction to relevant pharmacology for respiratory therapy.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1330 - Respiratory Therapy Modalities I

    Credits: 2
    Introduction to respiratory theory and skills practice. Includes equipment operation, gas therapy, aerosol drug therapy, humidification therapy, airway clearance modalities, and maintaining an open airway.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1400 - Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology

    Credits: 3
    Examines principles of disease management, patient education, infection control principles, common infectious diseases, and acute and chronic respiratory diseases. Provides an overview of respiratory care for the medical/surgical patient, including an introduction to the respiratory management of traumatic chest injury and head trauma.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1420 - Adult Mechanical Ventilation

    Credits: 2
    Theoretical application of mechanical ventilation modes commonly used with the adult critical care patient.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1430 - Respiratory Therapy Modalities II

    Credits: 2
    Respiratory theory and skills practice. Includes specialized diagnostic procedures, monitoring techniques and mechanical ventilation.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 1440 - Respiratory Therapy Clinical I

    Credits: 5
    Clinical practice in patient assessment, oxygen therapy, airway care and airway clearance therapy. Observation of blood gas collection and analysis skills.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2100 - Perinatal and Pediatric Respiratory Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Examines pediatric and neonatal respiratory care with emphasis on intensive care activities, therapeutic procedures, and life support modalities.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with a B- or better.
    Semester: Summer


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2130 - Respiratory Therapy Modalities III

    Credits: 3
    Explores advanced adult respiratory care in the intensive care setting. Emphasizes ventilation/perfusion monitoring, hemodynamic monitoring, airway assessment and critical care patient management.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2140 - Respiratory Therapy Clinical II

    Credits: 6
    Clinical practice emphasizing mechanical ventilation and assessment of patients in intensive care.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2210 - Advanced Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology

    Credits: 2
    Examines advanced disease states including acute respiratory distress syndrome, cardiac failure, burn and inhalation injury, and sleep disordered breathing. Provides an overview of respiratory care for the critical care patient.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with a grade of B- or better.
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2220 - Application of Respiratory Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Integrates the theory and application of respiratory therapy to focus on case management, clinical problem solving and clinical simulation for both adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2240 - Respiratory Therapy Clinical III

    Credits: 5
    Provides mentored practice in the clinical care of patients in the neonatal/pediatric critical care setting. Focus on rehabilitation, extended care, home care, polysomnography, patient assessment for discharge planning and quality management.

    Prerequisite: Completion of each course in previous semester with grade of 80% or better.
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RESP 2300 - Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics

    Credits: 3
    In-depth review of pulmonary function studies, blood gas analysis and interpretation of arterial, capillary, and mixed venous blood gases. Emphasis on case-based learning and application of diagnostic findings to initiate or modify patient care. Introduction of cardiac assessments and interventions.

    Prerequisite: RESP 1200 RESP 1210 RESP 1220 RESP 1225 , and RESP 1230  
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  
  
  • RESP 2320 - Critical Care/ACLS

    Credits: 2
    Advanced cardiopulmonary instruction with emphasis on the presentation and management of patients in the Intensive Care Unit and emergency settings. Includes patient assessment and procedures involved in resuscitation  and current practices in advanced life support.

    Prerequisite: RESP 1200 RESP 1210 RESP 1220 RESP 1225 , and RESP 1230  
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  
  
  
  
  • RESP 2430 - Clinical Practice III

    Credits: 5
    Advanced clinical practice providing experience in neonatal intensive care as well as demonstrating competency in adult intensive care, emergency care, and general respiratory care. Clinical rotations include experience in the home care setting and sleep laboratory.

    Prerequisite: RESP 2300 RESP 2310 RESP 2315 RESP 2320 , and RESP 2330  
    Semester: Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Russian

  
  • RUS 1010 - Beginning Russian I

    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 Russian culture. Lab attendance is required.

    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 1020 - Beginning Russian II (LN)

    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 Russian culture. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: RUS 1010  or instructor approval
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 1300 - Beginning Conversation

    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: RUS 1010  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 1900 - Special Studies in Russian

    Credits: 1-3
    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


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 2010 - Intermediate Russian I

    Credits: 4
    Second-year Russian 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: RUS 1020  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 2020 - Intermediate Russian II

    Credits: 4
    Second-year Russian 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: RUS 2010  or instructor approval
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 2300 - Conversation

    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: RUS 1020  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 2700 - Introduction to Literature

    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.

    Prerequisite: RUS 2010  or RUS 2020  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 2710 - Intro to Russian 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 Russian. Lab attendance required.

    Prerequisite: RUS 1020  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • RUS 2900 - Special Topics in Russian

    Credits: 1-3
    This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in Russian language and culture. Lab attendance required. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Samoan

  
  • SAM 1010 - Beginning Samoan I

    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 Samoan culture. Lab attendance is required.

    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SAM 1020 - Beginning Samoan II (LN)

    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 Samoan culture. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SAM 1010  or instructor approval
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SAM 1300 - Beginning Conversation

    Credits: 1
    Beginning Samoan Conversation is intended to practice previously-acquired conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Attendance in lab is required. Course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: SAM 1010  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SAM 1900 - Special Studies in Samoan

    Credits: 1-2
    Students plan areas of study, Service Learning or travel and work with the instructor on an individual basis. Topics may be in language or culture. Lab may be required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SAM 2300 - Intermediate Conversation

    Credits: 1
    Intermediate Samoan Conversation is intended to practice previously-acquired conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Attendance in lab is required. Course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: SAM 1020  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Science Tech Engineering Math

  
  • STEM 1180 - Programming using Python

    Credits: 3
    This course is an introduction to programming using Python. Students will learn how to use Python’s built-in data structures such as lists, dictionaries, and tuples to perform complex data analysis. Finally, students will be introduced to Structured Query Language (SQL), and database design for storing and gathering data, analysis, and processing efforts.

    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • STEM 2010 - Writing a Research Proposal

    Credits: 1


    This course will guide the student in the transformation of an idea to a research proposal in the STEM area. The process of developing the proposal will rely on student curiosity, literature review, writing, peer revision, and faculty consultation to produce a document that can stand alone or be used as the basis for conducting laboratory research with a faculty mentor. 

    Prerequisite: BIOL 1610 , or CHEM 1210 , or PHYS 2210 , or MEEN 1000 , or BTEC 1000 , or MATH 2040  

    Instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Social Work

  
  • SW 1010 - Social Work and Social Welfare: The Profession and Institution

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to the history and development of the social work profession. The roles of a social worker are explored in historical and contemporary social, political, economic, and cultural contexts in society.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 1900 - Independent Studies

    Credits: 1-3
    Under the instructors supervision, students will develop and follow an individualized curriculum.

    Prerequisite: SW 1010  
    Semester: Based on student demand


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2100 - Human Behavior in Soc Env

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce students to the dynamics of human behavior in the social environment focusing on the interrelatedness of the biological, psychological and social dimensions of human behavior.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2650 - Social Welfare Policy

    Credits: 3
    Students will examine the development of social welfare policies and programs in the United States as well as legislation that sanctions social services programs.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2715 - Introduction to Dynamics of Addiction

    Credits: 2
    The course examines the current research regarding addiction; the interplay between research and practice; the etiology and neurological foundation of addiction; and the assessment process in addiction counseling.   Students will define their personal paradigm of addiction, treatment and recovery. Course is accepted by the University of Utah SUDTTC program.  

    Prerequisite: SW 2100  and PSY 1010 
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2720 - Mental Health

    Credits: 3
    This introductory course will discuss modalities and variables contributing to mental health issues and disorders. Several theoretical models of intervention will be discussed and used to provide the student a simulated clinical experience in the controlled environment of the class room. DSM-V will be introduced as it is the primary diagnostic tool used in the United States.

    Prerequisite: SW 1010  and SW 2100  
    Recommended Prerequisite: Introductory course in the behavioral sciences, such as FHS 1500 , EDU 1010 , PSY 1010 , or SOC 1010 .
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2750 - Ethics and the Social Work Professional

    Credits: 3
    This course will examine complex ethical aspects faced by social workers in professional practice utilizing the NASW Code of Ethics. Useful models and tools will be introduced to develop ethically appropriate professional behaviors. In preparation for ethical global practice the International Federation of Social Workers Ethical Principles will also be integrated.

    Prerequisite:  SW 2715  and SW 2720  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2900 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1-3
    This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in social work in a classroom setting.

    Semester: Based on student demand


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SW 2940 - Social Work Internship

    Credits: 4
    This course is offered to social work students at the culmination of their course work in social work. It is offered once a week and includes a supervised internship/work experience in a community agency/organization; the internship placement is completed by the Social Work Internship Instructor and will occur in the pre-requisite course SW 2750 Ethics and the Social Work Professional.

    Prerequisite: SW 2750  w/C or better (may be taken concurrently with instructor approval)
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Sociology

  
  • SOC 1010 - Intro to Sociology (SS)

    Credits: 3
    The nature and scope of sociology, including systematic treatment of group life, social institutions, social problems, social change and social control.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 1020 - Social Problems (SS)

    Credits: 3


    SOC 1020 examines social problems such as deviance & crime, inequality, sexuality, physical and mental health, racism, war, and immigration. Various sociological perspectives, most notably the paradigms of conflict theory, functionalism, and symbolic interactionism, are applied to better understand causes and consequences. Strategies and techniques for addressing social problems will be discussed.

     

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  
  • SOC 2015 - Doing Sociology: Intro to Social Research

    Credits: 3
    This course is an introduction to basic forms of quantitative data presentation and analysis driven by sociological theories. Students will be introduced to several different analytical methods including cross-tabulation, correlation, regression, and others. The course helps students to become comfortable using data to interpret and explain social phenomena in the world around us.

    Recommended Prerequisite: SOC 1010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 2370 - Gender & U.S. Society (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    The sociological exploration of sex and gender in American society. Class materials examine social theories, peer reviewed research and social institutions while investigating the ways in which sex and gender change over time and across cultures. Activities and discussions analyze gender inequalities and identify the link between social structure and interpersonal experiences.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 2400 - Intermountain West & People

    Credits: 3
    A basic study of the region known as the Intermountain West, its land and its people. It is a holistic approach including its geography, history, culture, and social institutions.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 2600 - Marriage and Family

    Credits: 3
    This class examines the nature of marriage and family as an institution in society. Emphasis placed on the effects of modern social structures and cultural values on interpersonal relationships and family life.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 2630 - Race and Ethnicity (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    Role of ethnic and racial minorities in the United States and the processes which arise when groups of people who differ come into contact with each other will be studied.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 2680 - Sociology of Aging

    Credits: 3
    This class introduces problems concerning the social role of the aged in industrial societies and the general field of aging. Biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite: SOC 1010 


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SOC 2900 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1-3
    This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in areas of sociology in a classroom setting.

    Prerequisite: SOC 1010  
    Semester: Based on student demand


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Spanish

  
  • SPN 1010 - First Semester Spanish

    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 Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: None for students with no previous experience in the language. Placement testing required for all others.
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 1020 - Second Semester Spanish (LN)

    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 Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1010  w/C grade or better; or placement by test into SPN 1020
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 1300 - Beginning Conversation

    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: SPN 1010  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 1900 - Special Studies in Spanish

    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


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2010 - Third Semester Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Third in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.  Major objective of the second year is to increase functional language ability in Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  w/C grade or better; or placement by test into SPN 2010
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2020 - Fourth Semester Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Fourth in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.  Major objective of the second year is to increase functional language ability in Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 2010  w/C grade or better; or placement by test into SPN 2020
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2040 - Spanish for Spanish Speakers

    Credits: 4
    Students increase knowledge of Hispanic cultures; listening, speaking, reading, writing and exploring a global understanding of Hispanic issues and challenges. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: For Spanish heritage speakers; raised in a home where Spanish is spoken; must be bilingual to some degree
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2050 - Intermediate Heritage Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Students increase knowledge of Hispanic cultures; listening, speaking, reading, writing and exploring a global understanding of Hispanic issues and challenges. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: For Spanish heritage speakers; raised in a home where Spanish is spoken; must be bilingual to some degree; Instructor approval
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2300 - Conversation

    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: SPN 1020  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2700 - Introduction to Literature

    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.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  or SPN 2020  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2710 - Intro to Spanish 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 Spanish. Lab attendance required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  or instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2800 - Medical Spanish

    Credits: 3
    Course designed for students with an intermediate level of ability in Spanish, or higher, with academic or professional interests in the medical field. It focuses on mastering medical terminology in Spanish and communicating with patients in non-standard Spanish about health concerns and issues. It includes a brief introduction to the profession of medical interpreting.

    Prerequisite: SPN 2020  or equivalent
    Semester: Fall


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2900 - Special Topics in Spanish

    Credits: 1-3
    This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in Spanish language and culture. Lab attendance required. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SPN 2999 - CLAC Spanish

    Credits: 1-2
    This Cultures & Languages Across the Curriculum (CLAC) section offers students 1-2 credit hours for work in Spanish that is linked to the content of a parent course, which is taught in English.

    Prerequisite: Intermediate or Advanced speaking ability in Spanish as demonstrated by previous coursework or placement.
    Corequisite: The parent course (for example, any of the following: HIST 1300 ; HIST 1310 )
    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Stagehand JATC Technology

  
  • SHA 1110 - Stagehands 1 A

    Credits: 5
    This course provides the basic foundation for stagecraft with the basics of stage and scenic carpentry, electrical theory and stage electrics, properties, and on-the-job protocols.


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  
  • SHA 1210 - Stagehands II A

    Credits: 5
    Theory and practical application including lamps and cables, Trade Shows set-up and maintenance. Also costume dressing and management.


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  • SHA 1220 - Stagehands II B

    Credits: 5
    Theory and hands-on application for sound, lighting boards, forklift operation and certification, and construction and repair of stock scenery pieces.


    Click here for searchable class schedule

  
  
  
  • SHA 2320 - Stagehands III B

    Credits: 5
    High lift and trade show rigging, audio-visual equipment and software, and an introduction to work within the film and movie industry.


    Click here for searchable class schedule


Student Leader & Success Studies

  
  • SLSS 1000 - Essential College Study Skills

    Credits: 3
    This first-year seminar course emphasizes the development of effective, broad-based study strategies. The course covers learning preferences, anxiety and stress management, resource management, note-taking, motivation, time management, information gathering & processing, reading & writing strategies, and test-taking.

    Semester: All


    Click here for searchable class schedule

 

Page: 1 <- Back 1018 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28