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3.00 Credits
3 credits Provides a foundation in knowledge, theory and research related to the functioning of family systems. The course explores gender roles, intimacy, sexuality, the processes of relationship building, communication, parenting, and diverse family forms and experiences. Modes of intervention in families are also explored. (Cross-listed as SWK 206.)
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3 credits A study of social issues, theories, concepts, patterns of oppression and discrimination, and family and community life related to the experience of major ethnic groups in the U.S. It includes an introduction to the history, cultures, world views, and strengths of contemporary African Americans, Native Americans (especially the Plains tribes), Latinos (with emphasis upon the Chicano experience), Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders. The course focuses on developing cultural competence, building community, and confronting oppression in a pluralistic society. (Cross-listed as SWK 236.) Prerequisites: Sophmore standing and SWK 114 Introduction to Social Work or SOC 103 Introduction to Sociology.
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3 credits This course will focus on interracial and interethnic relations in the United States from a socio-historic approach. Students will consider theories and processes through which members of one group come to be included within another including prejudice, discrimination, racism, stereotyping and social distance. Prerequisite: SOC 103 Introduction to Sociology.
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3 credits This course will deal with many of the most controversial issues of the day, including capitalism, poverty, unemployment, the welfare system, racism, crime and sexism. Students will consider theories and perspectives and use evidence to weigh the validity of competing perspectives.
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3 credits A study of the effect of the group upon the behavior of the individual. Included are such subjects as basic tendencies, norms, suggestion, group behavior, custom, leadership, communication and public opinion. (Cross-listed as PSY 255)
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3.00 Credits
3 credits An introduction to the operation of government, the economy, social policy making, and the inter-relationships between them. Emphasis will be placed on how economic and political systems impact social policy development and implementation and how social policy impacts the economic and political system. Prerequisite: SOC 103 Introduction to Sociology.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Explores the history of Native Americans as well as various internal and external influences that have shaped the distinctive lifestyles of Native cultures. Includes a study of relations with the dominant society, spirituality, Native American law, and contemporary society. (Cross-listed as SWK 276)
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3 credits A study of patterns of behavior defined as deviant by society. The course will explore theories of causation, incidence and social control of such problems such as substance abuse, suicide, mental disorders, sexual deviance, street crime, white-collar crime, organized crime, and corporate crime. Prerequisite: SOC 103 Introduction to Sociology.
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3 credits This course will explore the complexities of juvenile delinquency, sociological theories of delinquency and societal responses to juvenile offenders. (Cross-listed as CRJ 321.) Prerequisite: SOC 103 Introduction to Sociology and SOC 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
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3 credits A survey of and actual experience in the methods of research used by behavioral scientists. Techniques and methods to be covered include: research design, sampling, instrumentation, questionnaire construction, interviewing, and a diversity of methodological applications, including the evaluation of one's own practice. (Cross-listed as SWK 337) Prerequisites: SOC 103 Introduction to Sociology, and math competency.
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