1992-1993 Academic Catalog

PUAD-367 Research Methodology--A 3 hours In the presentation of the scientific method of research, particular emphasis will be placed upon hypothesis formation, questionnaire design and administration, sampling, interviewing and data collection. PUAD-368 Data Analysis--W 3 hours The basic concepts of descriptive and inductive statistics are presented for the purpose of analysis of student-prepared data sets. Among the concepts emphasized are levels of analysis, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, linear correlation, and simple tests of significance. Prerequisite: PUAD-367 Research Methodology. PUAD-460 Seminar in Public Administration--W 5 hours Students carry out individual research projects dealing with the study of government and politics from a normative and/or an empirical perspective. PUAD-462 Public Policy--Sp 4 hours A focus on decision-making, problem-solving, and methods of program analysis. Prerequisites: HIST-111,112 U.S. History, PUAD-161 Introduction to Public Administration, POLS-261 American National Government. 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,W,Sp,Su 5 hours A study of the scientific knowledge which exists about mate selection, the courtship process, and the adjustment problems of marriage. 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-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 presentation of the scientific method of research, particular emphasis will be placed upon hypothesis formation, questionnaire design and administration, sampling, interviewing and data collection. SOC-368 Data Analysis--Sp 3 hours Levels of analysis, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, linear correlation, 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 of contemporary 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 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-374 Urban Sociology--W 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. Social Science and History 185 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-440 Research in Sociology--A 5 hours A senior research paper in which each student focuses upon an issue or topic within the discipline of Sociology. Social Work SWK-131 Introduction to Social Work--A 5 hours An introduction to the profession of Social Work. This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the historical development and professionalization of Social Work. There will also be an overview of fields of Social Work service, agencies, and organizations. This course is a prerequisite to all other courses offered in the Social Work program. SWK-301 Human Behavior and the Social Environment 1--A 4 hours An examination of the development of the individual over the life span and his memberships in families and small groups. It has a person-environment focus and studies the relationship between human biological, social, psychological, and cultural systems as they affect and are affected by human behavior. Prerequisite: SWK-131 Introduction to Social Work, SOC-230 Principles of Sociology, PYCH-160 General Psychology, BI0-100 Principles of Biology, PYCH-260 Human Development: Lifespan. SWK-302 Human Behavior in Social Environment II--W4 hours A continued examination of the social system's approach to understanding human behavior with groups, organizations, and communities. Special attention will be given to the Christian perspective on issues of diversity: age, race, ethnicity, gender, culture, social class, sexual orientation, and physical disabilities. Prerequisites: SWK-301 Human Behavior in Social Environment I. SWK-311 Social Welfare Policy 1--W 5 hours An examination of the institution of social welfare. Focus will be on the history and systems orieptation of service programs. Analysis of the political process and its impact on the social welfare system and especially as they relate to oppressed populations. The student will also be introduced to social policy analysis. Prerequisites: BI0-100 Principles of Biology, SOC-230 Principles, PYCH-160 General Psychology, ANTH-180 Cultural Anthropology. SWK-312 Social Welfare Policy 11--Sp 5 hours A continued examination of the social welfare system and its relationship to other systems and significant social problems of the 1990's. Prerequisite: SWK-311 Social Welfare Policy I. SWK-319 Junior Field Placement--Sp 2 hours One day a week in the field observing and practicing basic social work skills. Plus one hour a week of discussion of field experiences. SWK-321 Social Work Practice 1--W 3 hours First of a four-course sequence studying the practice and theory skills utilized in generalist, beginning level social work practice. Focus will be on the knowledge, values, and skills basic to the social work process. The problem-solving approach will be studied as it applies to working with individuals, families, and groups. Prerequisites: SWK-311 Social Welfare Policy I and SWK-301, 302 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I & II. (Fee: $30) SWK-322 Social Work Practice 11--Sp 3 hours This is the second course in the sequence of professional- practice courses. It focuses on the integration of theory with practice. Includes further application of the generalist method of problem– solving with micro and macro systems. Prerequisites: SWK-321 Social Work Practice I and SWK-341 Junior Seminar and Field Experience I.