1981-1982 Academic Catalog

110 91-240 Marriage and the Family-A, W, Sp, Su 5 hours A study of the scientific knowledge which exists about mate se– lection, the courtship process, and the adjustment problems of marriage. 91-242 Human Sexuality - W 3 hours A study of Biblical content regarding human sexuality and an analysis of contemporary concepts within a framework of Chris– tian thought. 91-270 Methods of Research in Sociology - 5 hom·s This course is designed to acquaint the student with the meth– odology of sociology. Attention is given to the scope and methods of field research, questionnaire design, and the scientific method applied to sociological phenomena. (Alternate, even years) 91-272 Family and Society- W 5 hours An examination of maiTiage and family patterns in various cul– tures, with emphasis on the relationship of contemporary social movements and the family. 91-273 Social Movements - Sp 4 hours A study of the influence of ideas and institutions upon social movements in America. 91-330 History of Social Work 4.hours A survey of man's efforts to facilitate human development and to ameliorate adverse social conditions through social work. The emphasis is on the relationship of Christianity to the origin of modern reform movements and social work. Prerequisite: 91-230 Principles of Sociology. 91-331 Juvenile Delinquency - Sp 4 hours A study and assessment of causal theory and problems of correc– tion and prevention of delinquency. Prerequisite: 91-230 Princi– ples of Sociology. 91-332 Criminology- W 4 hours A study of the nature and causes of crime with emphasis upon methods of prevention and treatment. Prerequisite: 91-230 Prin– ciples of Sociology. 91-333 Social Stratification - Sp 4 hours A study of the class structure and its implications for American society. Prerequisite: 91-230 Principles of Sociology. 91-334 The Sociology of Religion 4 hours The relationship of religion to society, with particular reference to modern society. 91-335 The Sociology of Work 4 hours The social significance of work, forces changing contemporary occupational structure, and factors associated with typical career patterns of occupations and professions. 91-372 Social Theory - W 4 hours A historical review of major sociological theorists and a critical examination of their theories from a theistic perspective. 91-373 Social Problems - Sp 5 hours A study of selected social problems for the purpose of develop– ing understanding and exploring approaches to the social treat– ment of these problems within a theistic framework. 91-431 Introduction to Social Work -A 3 hours A survey study of the nature and function of social work as re– lated to individuals, groups, and communities. Prerequisite: 91- 230 Principles of Sociology. 91-432 Social Casework- W 5 hours An introduction to the general principles and methods of social casework employed in various types of agencies and organiza– tions. Prerequisite: 91-230 Principles of Sociology. 91-440 Seminar in Sociology - Sp 5 hours A study of sources and methods of sociological research. Each student will prepare a formal monograph. GEOGRAPHY 91-250 Introduction to Geography -A 2 hours An introductory study of the discipline of geography and the major elements of the natural environment, with particular em– phasis on their effect upon man and his activities. 91-251 World Regional Geography-Western Hemisphere -A 4~rs A survey of various regions in the western world with an em– phasis on the cultural, economic, and political developments in relation to the geographical environment. Prerequisite: 91-250 Introduction to Geography. 91-252 World Regional Geogmphy-Eastern Hemisphere -W 4hours A survey of various regions in the eastern world with an empha– sis on the cultural, economic, and political developments in rela– tion to the geographical environment. Prerequisite: 91-250 Introduction to Geography.