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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to and an analysis of social interaction, including the social aspects of personality, social attitudes, group behavior, and the influences of social institutions on individual behavior. Prerequisite: PSY 105 or SO 101. Fall semester.
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3.00 Credits
An overview of American Indian histories, cultures, religions, and philosophies. The course examines the continuity between traditional and contemporary ways of life, Native American education, and American Indians in Montana. Every semester. Fulfills national diversity requirement.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines sports in American society. It helps the student to understand the reciprocal influences between sports and our culture, including social values, education, socialization, deviance, minority and female athletes, and the mass media and money. Sports is placed within the context of social institutions including the family, politics, economics, religion, etc. The course is designed to be a part of the student's development of a healthy, analytic view of sports and leisure that will facilitate longevity and good health. Field experiences and observations will be included. Summer session as scheduled.
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3.00 Credits
A holistic approach with a particularly sociological emphasis regarding the use and abuse of alcohol, other psychoactive drugs, and dependency behaviors, e.g. gambling and sexual addiction. Upon completion of the course, students will understand problems of addiction, methods of prevention and control, theories of causation, and the disease concept. They will know various treatment methods. Prerequisite: SO 101. Spring semester.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the many (physical, social, family, emotional, public policy, and other) dimensions of aging within the context of current sociological, gerontological, and other social theories. Empirical facts on aging include a background on social science research methods used to gain such knowledge. This course includes guest lectures by community professionals working in gerontological fields, as well as elderly individuals. Prerequisite: SO 101. Offered every third semester (Spring 2008).
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3.00 Credits
A survey of findings, myths, and perspectives on crime. A wide variety of types of crime are studied, including violent, white collar, sex, corporate, and organized crime. Theories regarding crime and proposed solutions to crime are examined. Recommend concurrent enrollment in SO 310. Prerequisite: SO 101. Offered every third semester (Spring 2008). Fulfills national diversity requirement.
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1.00 Credits
Practicum of supervised work and observation in approved social agencies rendering direct service to clients or client systems involved with crime including prevention and/or rehabilitation; related readings. Strongly recommended for those considering a career in law, law enforcement, corrections, social work, or counseling. Corequisite: CO 309.
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3.00 Credits
Course emphasizes juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system; includes theories on juvenile delinquency, mental illness, drug abuse, and sexual deviance; and examines the role of institutions and various treatment methods. Strongly recommended for those interested in careers in law, probation, parole, human services, or social work. Prerequisite: SO 101 or consent of instructor. Corequisite: SO 313 is recommended. Offered every third semester (Fall 2007). Fulfills national diversity requirement.
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1.00 Credits
Practicum of supervised work and observation in approved social agencies rendering direct service to clients or client systems involved with crime including prevention and/or rehabilitation; related readings. Strongly recommended for those considering a career in law, law enforcement, corrections, social work, or counseling. Corequisite: SO 312. May fulfill national diversity requirement.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of social processes involved in enacting legislation, law enforcement, and judicial decisions along with the roles of lawyers, judges, and others in both civil and criminal systems. Recommended for those interested in law, law enforcement, or areas related to the legal system. Prerequisite: SO 101 or consent of instructor. Offered every third semester (Fall 2009). Fulfills global diversity requirement.
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