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3.00 Credits
The historical development of social work and the social welfare system in the United States are examined in this course. The social work philosophy, values and basic methods employed in the field of social work are introduced. Students will identify their attitudes towards social issues and demonstrate an understanding of how society has chosen to cope with social issues and problems. 3-0-3
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on the interaction between persons and the social systems they encounter throughout maturation or the life cycle. The course is also centered on the bio-psychological perspective that stresses a multidimensional view of human development and behavior. The transactional relationship between human behavior and pertinent psychological, social, biological, economic, cultural, environmental and institutional forces is stressed. Throughout the critical examination of various theories, students gain an appreciation for the inherent strengths, complexities and variations in the human experience. 3-0-3
Prerequisite:
PSYC101, SOCW150, SOCI101, BIOL100.
Corequisite:
SOCW160
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce social work students to the Generalist Intervention Method of social work practice. This includes the processes of engagement, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, termination, and follow-up with individuals, families, and groups. Additional topics to be addressed include values, ethics, and the resolution of ethical dilemmas; culturally competent and gender sensitive practice; advocacy; brokering; case management; and record keeping and recording. 3-0-3
Prerequisite:
PSYC101, SOCW150, SOCI101.
Corequisite:
SOCW155
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1.00 Credits
The Social Work Seminar is instructed and coordinated by Social Work faculty. It requires students to complete approved volunteer/community service activities at an organization that employs Social Workers. This opportunity allows students to observe Social Workers engaged in employment, observe the organizational sturcture/service delivery system of a Social Service agency, and enhance their understanding of the needs of the populations which are served. Weekly seminar sessions provide students with the opportunity to discuss their observations/experiences, connect them to the content from the pre-requisite Social Work courses, and consider their evolving professional identity as a Social Worker. (1-0-1)
Prerequisite:
SOCW 150, SOCW 155, SOCW 160
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3.00 Credits
This is an elementary course for those who have never studied Spanish. There will be emphasis on the development of the four fundamental language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Vocabulary acquisition and basic grammar structures will be stressed. 3-0-3
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3.00 Credits
An elementary course for those who have successfully completed Spanish I or for those with high school Spanish. Emphasis will be on understanding, reading, speaking, writing, vocabulary acquisition, and basic grammar structures. 3-0-3
Prerequisite:
SPAN101
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3.00 Credits
An intermediate course for those who have completed Spanish II or have completed at least three years of high school Spanish. Continued progress in the four language skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing will be stressed. 3-0-3
Prerequisite:
SPAN102
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3.00 Credits
Students will practice expository writing and learn the academic form of the essay and research paper. Students will focus on the development of an academically sound and challenging thesis and resulting essay. The mechanics of writing will be reviewed as needed. Honors Option Available. English Composition Honor students will practice expository and persuasive discourse in writing and learning the academic form of the essay and research paper. Students will focus on the development of a sound thesis for projects concerning topics of global or international significance. 3-0-3
Prerequisite:
Placement testing; successful completion of DEVS012 Reading and DEVS015 Introduction to College Writing if required, permission of the Division Director.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to train the writer in formal writing styles; MLA and APA, as needed. The course provides study and practice in how to write a critical argument, how to complete academic research, how to analyze both fiction and non-fiction and how to develop and complete original writings. 3-0-3 Prerequisite - WRIT101
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to writing in the 21st century. Students will complete a variety of assignments that will include the usage of multi-media, technology, and research. These assignments will improve students' communication skills and build technical literacy, making them well-suited for the gobal workplace of the future. From aviation and business to health care and communications, all students will benefit from this course, as they will learn how to communicate scientific and technical information to their various audiences in their career fields. 3-0-3
Prerequisite:
WRIT101
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