1991-1992 Academic Catalog

SOC-332 Criminology- W 4 hours A study of the nature and causes of crime with emphasis upon methods of prevention a.-id treatment. SOC-333 Social Stratification - Sp A study ofthe class structure and its implications for American society. SOC-334 Sociology ofReligion -Sp 4hours (Alternate years) 4hours The relationship of religion to society with particular reference to contemporary movements. SOC-342 Human Sexuality- W 3 hours A study of Biblical content regarding human sexuality and an analysis of contemporary concepts within a framework of Christian thought. SOC-367 Research Methodology-W 3 hours In the presei:itation of the scientific method of research, particular emphasis will be placed upon hypothesis formation, questionnaire design and adrrrinistration, sampling. interviewing and data collection. SOC-368 DataAnalysis-Sp 3 hours Levels of analysis, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, linear correla– tion, and simple tests of significance. Prerequisite: SOC-367 Research Methodology. SOC-371 Family and Society- W 5 hours An examination of marriage and family patterns in various cultures. with emphasis on the relationship ofcontemporary social movements and the family. SOC-372 Social Theory-A 4 hours A historical review of major sociological theorists and a critical examination of their theo– ries 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 ofthese problems within a theistic framework:. SOC-374 Urban Sociology-Sp 4 hours Various models of the Christian approach to the contemporary urban community and social classes. Familiarizes 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-375 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-433 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice-- W 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- W 5 hours A study of sources and methods of sociological research. Each student will prepare a formal monograph. Social Sciences andHistory 201 Social Work SWK-231.lntroduction to Social Work-A 5 hours A survey study of the nature and function of social work as related to individuals, groups. and communities. SWK-232 Social Casework- W 5 hours An introduction to the general principles and methods of social casework employed in vanous types of agencies and organizations. Prerequisite: SOC-230 Principles ofSociology. SWK-301 Human Behavior in Society 5 hours Theoretical approaches to individual, small group, organizational and community interac– tion are examined in light of a theistic view of social systems. Application is made to social work, emphasizing issues of gender. race, and culture. SWK-3ll Social Welfare Policy and Problems 5 hours . The planning of policy in social welfare is analyzed in its formation. adrrrinistrative adapta– non to agencies, and service delivery to clients. Examination ofmajor social problems, such as crime, poverty, discrimination, substance abuse. and family violence, in light of legislative attempts to alleviate these human disabilities. SWK-330 History ofSocial Work 4 hours A survey ofman's efforts to facilitate human development and to ameliorate adverse social conditions through social work Emphasizes the relationship of Christianity to the origin of modem reform movements and social work. Prerequisite: SOC-230 Principles ofSociology. SWK-367 Research Methodology-W 3 hours Hypothesis formation, questionnaire design and administration, sampling, interviewing and data collection. SWK-368 DataAnalysis-Sp 3 hours Levels of analysis, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, linear correla– tion, and simple tests ofsignificance. Prerequisite: SWK-367 Research Methodology. SWK-401 Social Work Practice 5 hours Examination of the basic skills utilized by the social work professional, including the techniques ofinterviewing, recording, assessment. and treatment. SWK-402 Social Work Practice Il 5 hours Integration of theoretical and problem-solving approaches to a variety of situations in order to assist students in dealing with clients and enhancing family functioning. SWK-451 Field Experience 5 hours Off-campus placement as a beginning social worker. 150 clock hours in a selected human service agency provides for the application of classroom principles to a community setting. Agency responsibilities will be carried out under the supervision of the College and a profes– sional social worker. SWK-452 Field Experience Il 5 hours A continuation of Field Experience L usually in the same agency, but with opportunities and expectations for more advanced worlc. (150 clock hours) SWK-453 Field Experience ill 5 hours Completion of Field Experiences I & II; enables the student to manage a case load and participate in all activities related to a case. (150 clock hours)