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  • POLS 3320: Introduction to Public Policy and Analysis

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Examines theoretical approaches to the study of public policy with special focus on elements such as, agenda setting, policy formulation and implementation and oversight. This course also discusses aspects such as, federalism, crime, lobbying, civil rights, foreign policy, and national security. This course will aid students in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the policy making process, as well as, the effect of policy upon Americans, their government and the world. Students will be instructed through a variety of methods such as, lectures, student debate papers, discussions, and audio-visual means. Successful students will demonstrate a reasonable understanding of the various aspects involved in the formulation and augmentation of policy. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand and apply basic theories of public policy. 2. Analyze policy issues, options and outcomes. 3. Attain the ability to develop arguments based on specific policy. 4. Understand aspects of the policy process such as actors, institutions, instruments.
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  • POLS 3450: War, Security, and Diplomacy

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Explores international conflict processes, with a focus on crisis bargaining, war initiation and conduct, peace processes, and international interventions in interstate and intrastate wars. ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)*** At the successful conclusion of this course students will be able to: 1. Evaluate the causes and consequences of interstate and intrastate wars, and identify how they differ. 2. Identify and analyze peace processes, and the factors that lead to successful and unsuccessful peace initiatives. 3. Analyze how, when, and why international actors intervene in interstate and intrastate conflicts. 4. Engage in class discussions and produce written work applying theories of war and peace to specific cases.
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  • POLS 3700: The Politics of Development

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    This course introduces students to how institutions and politics impact economic policy decisions. It will give students exposure to important debates in international development, both contemporary and historic, including questions around industrialization, poverty alleviation, globalization, and trade. ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)*** At the successful conclusion of this course students will be able to: 1. Explain the historical evolution of policy debates around economic development. 2. Compare and contrast economic development strategies pursued in different countries and different eras. 3. Identify and debate the merits and demerits of contemporary policies on free trade, industrialization, and poverty alleviation. 4. Apply theoretical and empirically-based evidence to evaluate current development strategies in countries around the world.
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  • POLS 3900: Public Policy and Government Internship Preparation and Research

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Internship preparation and research course designed to provide political science interns with the skills necessary for success in state legislative internships. Topics covered will include: Utah's legislative process, Utah's executive branch structure, legislative research skills, constituent communication and services, constituent survey analysis, legislative scheduling, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Excel. Week long course taught during the second week of Spring Semester. At the conclusion of the internship, students will submit a research paper based on their experience. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Learn the proper function of a legislative intern. 2. Understand the structure and function of the legislative process and policy making at the state level. 3. Navigate Utah's legislative website as well as track and research legislative bills. 4. Learn how to organize a legislator's schedule. 5. Understand the role of lobbyists, interest groups, and the media in the legislative process. 6. Demonstrate an ability to write and research clearly and succinctly in a variety of circumstances. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Corequisite: POLS 2900R. SP
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  • POLS 3910: Political Forum Series

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    This discussion based course exposes students to diverse perspectives on political and social issues and helps them learn to distinguish between logical and emotional argumentative styles. Students attend a variety of Institute of Politics forums and discussions featuring academics, policymakers, and other public servants. The course additionally hones students' analytical, argumentative, writing and public speaking abilities. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate how politics and policy debates at the local, state, and national levels shape contemporary American society. 2. Distinguish between different forms of political argumentation and deconstruct competing argumentative approaches. 3. Generate persuasive policy proposals and political arguments related to a variety of contemporary issues. 4. Describe politics and policy both orally and in writing using appropriate formats and methodologies. Prerequisites: Writing placement score 17 or higher; or ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010D. FA, SP
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  • POLS 3960: Special Topics

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Specialty subjects in which topics/themes will be developed based upon the research specialties of department faculty. Repeatable for nine credits subject to graduation restrictions. Offered upon sufficient student demand. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of human and institutional decision making from multiple perspectives. 2. Demonstrate quantitative reasoning in application of research methods. 3. Clearly communicate ideas in written and oral form. 4. Demonstrate creativity and critical thinking in inter- and multi-disciplinary contexts.
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  • POLS 4800R: Independent Study

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Designed to meet the individual needs of advanced students in the Political Science program who wish to pursue a specific focus of special interest not available in the existing scheduled offerings. Student work under close supervision by appropriate faculty in the design and successful completion of the course. Students are expected to meet with the faculty mentor each week and to provide the faculty member with progress reports and assignment development for feedback and grading purposes on an ongoing basis. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduate restrictions. Offered by arrangement. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain how theories of power, politics, and/or policy explain and help us understand their political topic. 2. Develop and utilize the analytical skills necessary for understanding a variety of sources and relevant methodological techniques. 3. Improve their written and oral communication skills through course assignments, including a final paper and/or presentation. Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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  • PRS 4700: Senior Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Required of all BAS Professional Studies majors. Must be taken in the student's senior year, preferably during the final semester. Asks students to synthesize and reflect on their learning and experience in the major, allowing them to integrate their study of professional skills as well as examine their chosen career field from both a practical and theoretical perspective. Also, asks students to look forward to careers and professional opportunities and create a practical pathway to participate in those opportunities. Includes a series of culminating assessment projects aimed at measuring student outcomes and at assisting the department to improve its program. Students will conduct an inquiry or investigation that makes an original intellectual or creative contribution to the career or professional opportunity of their choice. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine and reflect upon significant past educational experiences to inform current learning and understanding. 2. Compile a representative collection of high quality work from throughout their BAS experience. 3. Propose and create a thoroughly researched major piece of original professional quality scholarship that specifically targets their professional aspirations. 5. Implement collaborative approaches to research through participation in extensive workshop opportunities with peers.
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  • PRS 4890: Community Experience/Internship

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students who are granted and accept an internship that provides an extensive learning experience designed for career mobility and flexibility. Internships offer students the opportunity to work with government, a nonprofit agency, a private agency, an employer, or an instructor. Through arrangements with the department chair, a student may earn the required 3 credits per semester for satisfactory completion of terms of the internship. Students must be supervised by an agency representative and/or a faculty advisor. Written contracts must be completed and signed. Students are also required to submit a written evaluation of their experience before the end of the semester. Approval from the chair of Humanities, History, and Modern Languages department is required before enrolling. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the professional skills needed to further a career in their chosen field. 2. Apply skills and concepts gained in STACKS classes to advance the mission statement of the organization/company. 3. Assess skills learned during the internship by submitting a midterm and final portfolio.
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  • PSY 1010: General Psychology (SS, GC)

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Fulfills General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement and is an approved Global and Cultural Perspectives course. For students in all disciplines who are interested in the fundamental scientific principles of behavior. Includes the study of learning, motivation, emotion, personality, mental disorders, treatment alternatives, and other related subjects as part of the course. Critical thinking will be explored in examining these aspects of behavior. Students will have frequent examinations and quizzes as part of the course requirements. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Construct basic knowledge of psychology theories, and identify different fields in the psychology discipline. 2. Articulate different models of research used in the field of psychology. 3. Critically evaluate psychology literature as well as speak to the pitfalls and the strengths of research trends in psychology. 4. Explore multicultural issues related to the field of psychology. 5. Analyze multiple views, theories, and ideas currently held in the field. ?? FA, SP, SU
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