1988-1989 Academic Catalog

POLS-363 The Legislative Process-Sp 4 hours An in-depth analysis of the real mechanisms which undergird the role to the Congress of the United States as shown by the current literature and exemplified by present members. (Alternate years) POLS-366 History of Political Thought in America-W 4 hours An introduction to the development of American political thought. May count toward both history and political science major. Prerequisite: HIST-111, HIST-112 United States History (Altemate years) POLS-460 Seminar in Political Science-Sp 5 hours Students carry out individual research projects dealing with the study of govern– ment and politics from a normative and/or an empirical perspective. POLS-461 Political Dynamics-Sp 3 hours An analysis of public opinion, interest groups, political parties, voting behavior; a study of the formation of political attitudes and their impact on the political process. Prerequisite: POLS-261 American National Government. (Alternate years) POLS-462 Public Policy-W 4 hours A focus on decision-making, problem-solving, and methods of program analysis. Prerequisites: HIST-II I, HIST-112 United States History, POLS-161 Introduction to Public Administration, POLS-261 American National Government. (Alternate years) POLS-463 American Constitutional Law-Sp 5 hours An in-depth analysis of some of the classic Supreme Court decisions with their particular relevance to political, social, economic, and religious dimension of life. POLS-468 History of Political Thought-Ancient-A 3 hours A study of early political theory with special attention to Plato, Aristotle, and Augustine. Stress is on the reading and analysis of primary documents. (Altemate years) POLS-469 History of Political Thought-Modern-Sp 3 hours A historical development of political thought from Locke to the present. An examination of representative contemporary ideas on the nature of the state, anarch– ism, communism, fascism, socialism, conservatism, and democracy. (Alternate years) SOCIOLOGY SOC-230 Principles of Sociology-A 5 hours An introduction to the concepts of sociology. The structure and processes of social life are studied. SOC-240 Marriage and the Family-A,Sp,Su 5 hours A study of the scientific knowledge which exists about mate selection, the court– ship process, and the adjustment problems of marriage. SOC-242 Human Sexuality-W 3 hours A study of Biblical content regarding human sexuality and an analysis of contem– porary concepts within a framework of Christian thought. SOC-260 Methods of Research in Sociology-Sp 5 hours This course is designed to acquaint the student with the methodology of sociology. Attention is given to the scope and methods of field research, questionnaire design, and the scientific method applied to sociological phenomona. SOC-272 Family and Society-W 5 hours An examination of marriage and family patterns in various cultures, with empha– sis on the relationship of contemporary social movements and the family. Social Sciences and History 169 SOC-273 Social Movements-Sp 4 hours A study of the influence of ideas and institutions upon social movements in America. Satisfies general education requirement in history. SOC-274 Urban Sociology-Sp 4 hours This course examines various models of the Christian approach to the contempo– rary urban community and social classes. The intent of the course is to familiarize students with the needs of urban culture as well as to show how various Christian models are applied and what the anticipated results might be. SOC-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. Prerequi– site: SOC-230 Principles of Sociology. SOC-331 Juvenile Delinquency-Sp 4 hours A study and assessment of causal theory and problems of correction and preven– tion of delinquency. Prerequisite: SOC-230 Principles of Sociology. SOC-332 Criminology- W 4 hours A study of the nature and causes with emphasis upon methods of prevention and treatment. Prerequisite: SOC-230 Principles of Sociology. SOC-333 Social Stratification-Sp 4 hours A study of the class structure and its implications for American society. (Alternate years) SOC-334 Sociology of Religion-Sp 4 hours The relationship of religion to society with particular reference to contemporary movements. SOC-372 Social Theory-A 4 hours A historical review of major sociological theorists and a critical examination of their theories from a theistic perspective. SOC-373 Social Problems-Sp 5 hours A study of selected social problems for the purpose of developing understanding and exploring approaches to the social treatment of these problems within a theistic framework. SOC-231 Introduction to Social Work-A 5 hours A survey study of the nature and function of social work as related to individuals, groups, and communities. Prerequisite: SOC-230 Principles of Sociology. SOC-232 Social Casework-W 5 hours An introduction to the general principles and methods of social casework employed in various types of agencies and organizations. Prerequisite: SOC-230 Principles of Sociology. SOC-433 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice 5 hours An analysis of key issues currently influencing the criminal justice system. The course will review cases pending in U.S. courts and the historical context from which these controversies emerged. SOC-440 Seminar in Sociology-Sp 5 hours A study of sources and methods of sociological research. Each student will prepare a formal paragraph.