SOC370
SOCIAL GERONTOLOGY
3 sem. hrs.
The intent of this course is to provide a brief, but
comprehensive introduction to the field of human
aging, with particular emphasis on the social dimen-
sion. A brief summary of the impact of aging on bio-
logical and psychological functioning is included as
useful information enabling the student to better put
the social aspects of aging into a realistic context.
Prerequisite: SOC100 or permission of the instructor.
SOC390
SOCIOLOGY OF THE LIFE
CYCLE
3 sem. hrs.
This course sociologically analyses the life cycle
from childhood through old age. It acquaints the stu-
dent with the creation, maintenance, and transforma-
tion of roles during various stages of life. The impact
of social institutions, primary relationships, and occu-
pation are examined as they relate to the process of
personal maturation and change. Prerequisite:
SOC100 or permission of the instructor. This course
is approved for General Education Distribution 2.
SOC395
SOCIOLOGICAL FIELD
STUDIES
3-9 sem. hrs.
The field study program is open to qualified students
majoring in sociology. It is designed to give the stu-
dent firsthand, practical experience in public or pri-
vate agencies (whose work is related directly to soci-
ology).
Closely supervised periods of service are arranged in
advance by the Department of Sociology, the partici-
pating agency, and if necessary, the University.
SOC397
SPECIAL TOPICS IN
SOCIOLOGY
1-3 sem. hrs.
The subjects in Sociology treated in this course will
vary, depending upon student and instructor interests
and are beyond the scope of materials treated exten-
sively in regularly scheduled courses. A list of topics
is maintained in the files of the department head.
SOC457
SOCIAL STRATIFICATION
3 sem. hrs.
This course is designed to acquaint prospective stu-
dents with types and forms of systems of differential
ranking within societies and their various subsystems.
Emphasis is placed on theories and methods in this
area, as well as on substantive findings. The theories
of class division, problem of mobility, and the source
of power-elites, oligarchies, and ruling minorities,
bureaucracy, and social power. The sociological
framework will focus on social class, social mobility
and caste. Prerequisite: SOC100 or permission of the
instructor.
SOC490-494
INDEPENDENT STUDY
2-5 sem. hrs.
The Independent Study program aims to serve those
students whose scholarly bent seems most clearly
adapted to independent work. Students are permitted,
with faculty supervision, to undertake an advanced
research project and earn credit for work performed
outside the classroom requirement of any specific
course in the curriculum. Students completing
Independent Studies are encouraged to present their
papers or research at professional conferences.
SOC500
METHODS OF SOCIOLOGICAL
RESEARCH
3 sem. hrs.
To develop an appreciation and understanding of the
essential features of the scientific approach. The
course attempts to synthesize and coordinate the
essential elements of both logic and the scientific
approach to the study of human society. Prerequisite:
SOC100 or permission of the instructor. (Formerly
SOC300).
SOC501
INTRODUCTION TO
SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY
3 sem. hrs.
This is an introductory course in sociological theory
designed to acquaint the student with methodological
and substantive problems of sociological knowledge;
the role of theory in research; controversial issues in
theory and research. The main focus is on the works
of particular sociologists whose theories have not
only historical interest, but also have great impact on
the subject matter and methods of contemporary soci-
ology. Prerequisite: SOC100 or permission of the
instructor.
SOC502
CONTEMPORARY
SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY
3 sem. hrs.
Analysis of the main trends in contemporary socio-
logical theory and a critical assessment of the various
trends. Special consideration will be given to power
in the functionalist, mathematical, equilibristic, and
evolutionist models. Prerequisite: SOC100 or per-
mission of the instructor. (Formerly SOC302).
SOC510
SOCIAL ORGANIZATION
3 sem. hrs.
An analysis of the various processes and forms of
social organization, with particular attention on theo-
retical approaches to the study of formal organiza-
tions. Emphasis on key concepts and their use in ana-
lyzing hospitals, churches, schools, voluntary associ-
ations, work organizations and societies. Prerequisite:
SOC100.
SOC530
SOCIOLOGY OF DEVIANT
BEHAVIOR
3 sem. hrs.
This course focuses upon the process by which indi-
viduals in our society become labeled as deviant, the
reaction of society to deviant behavior, and the meth-
ods by which various agencies and individuals
attempt to regulate, control and treat deviant behav-
ior. Particular attention is given to the assumption of
deviant identities, the formation of deviant subcul-
tures, and the creation of secondary deviance.
Prerequisite: SOC100. This course is approved for
General Education Distribution 2.
SOC532
CRIMINOLOGY
3 sem. hrs.
The primary focus of this course is upon various types
of adult crime in categories such as white collar
crime, organized crime, public order crime, profes-
sional crime, political crime and violent personal
crime. Other topics covered include criminological
theory, statistical assessment of criminal behavior,
citizen reaction to and involvement with crime, and
victimization studies. Prerequisite: SOC100 or per-
mission of the instructor.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
AND SCHOOL
PSYCHOLOGY
DEPARTMENT
School Psychology Courses
APSY615
INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL
PSYCHOLOGY
3 sem. hrs.
This course offers students an introductory overview
of the roles and functions of the school psychologist.
The historical and legal foundations of the field as
well as contemporary demographics and issues of
professional identity are reviewed in detail.
APSY628
BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION IN
EDUCATION
3 sem. hrs.
This course presents the historical development,
rationale, and procedure guidelines for the applying
of behavior modification in the schools. It emphasizes
problem areas most inimical to the teaching-learning
process.
Special Education Courses
Mentally and Physically
Handicapped
APSY213
HUMAN LEARNING WITH
EXCEPTIONALITIES 3 sem. hrs.
This course introduces human learning as related to
the instructional process emphasizing issues involved
with mainstreaming/inclusion of students with dis-
abilities. It includes normal and exceptional patterns
of development in all domains and issues of cultural
diversity. It develops skills and attitudes to provide a
legally mandated integrated education to all students
and promote eventual integration/normalization of
individuals with exceptionalities in society.
SPED215
PSYCHOLOGY OF
EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN
3 sem. hrs.
This survey course studies exceptional children,
including children with disabilities of mental retarda-
tion, learning disabilities, emotional/behavior disor-
ders, hearing impairments, visual impairments, phys-
ical disabilities, other health impairments, communi-
cation disorders, traumatic brain injury, as well as
children who are gifted and/or talented. It covers the
causes, characteristics, diagnosis, treatment, and edu-
cational provisions for exceptional children and
includes units on cultural diversity and current legal
and educational issues.
SPED230
BEHAVIOR DISORDERS OF
CHILDHOOD
3 sem. hrs.
This course covers all the recognized manifestations
of behavior disturbance in children from birth
through adolescence. In addition to differential diag-
nostic considerations, it emphasizes both etiological
factors and interventions related to each classification
area. Prerequisite: SPED215 or APSY213.
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