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PE 384. Methods of Teaching Physical Education (3)
Develops competencies in methods of Teaching Physical Education. Includes instructional strategies, diagnosing learning difficulties, evaluation of pupil performance and classroom management. Lesson plans and unit plans are essential parts of this course.
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PE 397. Independent Study in Physical Education (1-3)
Offers the qualified undergraduate student an opportunity for independent study in physical education. Specific content and nature of courses are determined by student needs and interests. Research papers required. One to three semester hours per semester, may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean and PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 403. Physical Education Workshop (1-3)
Practical needs workshop on current topic. Lecture and performance oriented. Specific content and nature of course are determined by student needs. May be repeated for maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean and PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 409. Practicum (Designed for Non-Teaching Majors) (3)
Assignment to an appropriate professional setting. Contact hours to integrate with major and minor emphasis. Will include participation, a journal, and supervision of advisor. May be repeated for 6 semester hours. Prerequisites: PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 410. Protective Techniques for Injuries (3)
Taping and wrapping techniques used in athletic training including instruction in fabricating and applying protective equipment, pads, splints, and supports. Hands-on practical experience emphasized in laboratory sessions. Projects required. Prerequisites: PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 411. Early Childhood Games (3)
An introduction to games designed to teach gross motor and fine motor skills.
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PE 423. Adapted Physical Education (3)
Exploration of characteristics, needs and developmental problems integrated with adaptive and corrective and developmental skill acquisition for the exceptional child. The student will be able to identify, assess, evaluate and monitor needs areas of the physically challenged. Prerequisites: ED 300 or PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 424. Teaching Aspects of Physical Education (3)
Develop competencies in methods of teaching physical education. Includes trends and issues, instructional strategies, exploration of teaching tools and resources, classroom management, and evaluation of pupil performance. Practicum hours are required. Prerequisites: Junior standing.
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PE 432. Organization and Administration in Human Performance (3)
Concepts used in organization and administration of human performance programs. Management of personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, finances, and records will be topics of discussion/lecture. Professional development and legal liability will also be addressed. Prerequisites: PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 433. Athletic Administration Seminar (3)
Assist athletic directors and coaches in meeting increasing responsibilities of modern school athletic programs. Topics include problems in organizing and directing boys’ and girls’ (men’s and women’s) athletic programs. All levels of educational structure are considered.
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PE 434. Sport and Exercise Law (3)
Legal aspects of sports activities and human performance. Prerequisites: AH 200 or PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 443. Kinesiology (3)
Mechanical principles of body movements involved in various motor skills. Prerequisites: BY 231 and AH 200 or PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 444. Exercise Physiology (3)
Human adaptation to exercise and training. Prerequisites: BY 231 and AH 200 or PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 465. Psychology and Sociology of Human Performance (3)
Psychological and sociological aspects of human performance. Prerequisites: AH 200 or PE 200 or EX 240 and 6 hours of Athletic Training or Physical Education.
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PE 498. Selected Topics in Physical Education (1-3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in physical education. Specific content and nature of courses are determined by student needs and interests. Research paper required. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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PHYSICS (PH) |
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PH 100. Survey of Physics (4)
History and philosophy of science and a study of the principles of physics as they relate to our daily lives. Credit is not allowed if the student has previous credit in general physics. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week.
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PH 190. Astronomy (4)
Principles of modern astronomy, history of astronomical thought, survey of current knowledge about the cosmos, techniques of experimental astronomy, and the physical principles governing these processes. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week.
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PH 201. College Physics I (4)
Non-calculus-based introduction to Newtonian mechanics, energy, and thermodynamics. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: MH 113 or higher.
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PH 202. College Physics II (4)
Non-calculus-based introduction to electricity and magnetism, wave motion, and optics. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: PH 201 .
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PH 211. Technical Physics I (4)
A calculus-based study of Newtonian mechanics, energy, and thermodynamics. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: MH 121 or permission of the Dean.
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PH 212. Technical Physics II (4)
A calculus-based study of electricity and magnetism, wave motion, and optics. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: PH 211 and MH 122 .
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PH 289. Laboratory Practicum (1)
Provides an introduction to planning, preparation, teaching, and evaluation of laboratory activities. Emphasis on use of laboratory equipment, setup of demonstrations/experiments, and teaching resources. Two contact hours per week. Prerequisites: PH 202 or higher and permission of the instructor or the Dean.
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PH 307. Independent Study in Physics (1-6)
Independent study in physics. Content and nature of the courses are determined by the individual needs and interest of the student. One or more research projects and papers are required. One to three semester hours per term, may be repeated for a maximum of six hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and the Dean.
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PH 408. Selected Topics in Physics (1-4)
Nature and content of the course are determined by the interests and needs of the student. May be repeated for a maximum of eight hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and the Dean.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE (PS) |
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PS 110. American Government (3)
Origins, structure, power, and functions of the federal system of government in the United States.
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PS 307. Independent Study in Political Science (3)
These courses offer the qualified undergraduate student an opportunity for independent study in some area or areas of political science. The specific content of the course is determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. Research projects and papers are required. A maximum of six hours credit is allowed in these courses. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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PS 310. State and Local Government (3)
Structure and functions of state and local governments in the United States, with special emphasis on Alabama. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 311. The Executive (3)
Analysis of the growth, functions, and theories of the Presidency, with particular emphasis on current problems. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 312. The Congress (3)
Emphasis on Congress’ theoretical role, internal operation, roles, and behavior, and on the relation between Congress and the other branches of government. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 313. Introduction to Law (3)
Origins, nature of law, America legal system and the debate between judicial restraint and judicial activism. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 316. Public Administration (3)
An introduction to the theories and practices which underlie American bureaucracy. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 321. Constitutional Law (3)
Emphasis on the changes in cases in commerce and individual rights. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 330. Comparative Government (3)
Theory behind the comparative study of the world’s governments. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 340. International Relations (3)
Major countries, war, peace, power, foreign policy, and international organizations. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 351. Political Philosophy (3)
Political philosophy from Plato through the Middle Ages. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 352. Political Theory (3)
Modern political theory from the seventeenth century to modern times. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 353. American Political Thought (3)
Emphasis on the theoretical background to the founding and current operation of the American Government. Prerequisites: PS 110 .
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PS 360. Methods of Social Research (3)
An introduction to research methodology in the social sciences. Logic of research, sampling, techniques of data collection and analysis are discussed. Prerequisites: At least nine semester hours of political science.
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PS 370. Statistics for the Social Sciences (3)
Basic statistical methods for analyzing data in the social sciences. Emphasis on describing distributions, sampling, measures of association, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: PS 110 and MH 113 .
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PS 498. Selected Topics in Political Science (3)
Critical readings, lectures, and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. Prerequisites: and permission of the instructor.
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PSYCHOLOGY (PY) |
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PY 100. General Psychology (3)
Introduction to the study of behavior and mental processes.
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PY 103. Honors General Psychology (3)
An in-depth introduction into the study of thoughts and behaviors. Prerequisites: Admission into the Honors Program or ACT reading score of 26 or higher.
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PY 200. History and Systems (3)
Examination of the historical evolution of modern psychology and the resulting conceptual systems. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 300. Experimental Psychology (3)
Introduction to basics of experimental design and analysis. Prerequisites: PY 200 .
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PY 310. Developmental Psychology (3)
Examination of the process of human development throughout the entire life-span. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 320. Abnormal Psychology (3)
Examination of historical trends, methods of treatment, and the dynamics of mental disorders. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 325. Physiological Psychology (3)
Analysis of the structure and function of the brain and nervous system. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 and BY 101 .
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PY 330. Social Psychology (3)
Examination of the theories of human behavior in various social contexts. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 335. Comparative Psychology (3)
A survey of the behaviors that have evolved to solve problems common to all species and the genetic and environmental determinants of those behaviors. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 340. Sensation and Perception (3)
A study of the anatomical and functional characteristics of the sensory systems. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 350. Cognitive Psychology (3)
A study of the mental representations used by the brain and the processes involved in manipulating those representations. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 355. Learning and Motivation (3)
Analysis of theoretical positions, with an emphasis on basic principles of learning. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 .
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PY 370. Statistics for the Social Sciences (3)
Basic statistical methods for analyzing data in the social sciences. Emphasis on describing distributions, sampling, measures of association and hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: PY 100 or PY 103 and MH 113 .
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PY 405. Professional Development in Psychology (1)
Exploration of professional development strategies for students seeking continuing education or employment in psychology or related fields. Prerequisites: at least twelve (12) semester hours in psychology.
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PY 407. Independent Study (1-3)
Offers the undergraduate student an opportunity for independent study in some area or areas of psychology. The specific content and nature of the courses are determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. Research projects and papers are required. A maximum of six semester hours credit is allowed in these courses. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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PY 408. Selected Topics (1-3)
Offers qualified undergraduate students an opportunity for critical readings, lectures, and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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PY 420. Clinical Psychology (3)
Introduction to clinical interview techniques, case studies, clinical testing, and psychotherapy. Prerequisites: PY 320 and at least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 425. Personality Assessment (3)
Introduction to the theory and utilization of various assessment techniques in the analysis of personality. Prerequisites: PY 370 and at least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 428. Health Psychology (3)
Introduction to the study of the interface between psychology and medicine. Prerequisites: BY 101 and at least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 436. Psychology of Women (3)
This course will examine what it means to be female in our society and globally. Prerequisites: At least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 450. Theories of Personality (3)
Comparative examination of representative theoretical approaches to the nature, determinants, and dynamics of personality structure. Prerequisites: At least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 460. Psychological Tests and Measurements (3)
Examination of characteristics, interpretations, uses and misuses of standardized psychological tests. Prerequisites: PY 370 and at least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 480. Psychology Seminar (3)
Students conduct independent research on a selected topic of current interest in the field of psychology based on a review of the literature and present the results of the study to their peers. APA style required. Prerequisites: At least fifteen semester hours in psychology.
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PY 490. Psychology Research Project (3)
An independent research project involving the collection and analysis of data and a paper written in APA style. Designed primarily for students seeking admission to a graduate program in psychology. Prerequisites: PY 300 , minimum of fifteen semester hours in psychology and permission of Chairperson.
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PY 495. Professional Orientation (3)
Study of professional roles and functions, professional organizations and associates, ethical and legal standards, professional credentials, practice management, and procedures for licensure and certification. Prerequisites: At least twelve semester hours in psychology.
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PY 498. Psychology Research Practicum (3)
Students will work a minimum of 90 hours under a qualified professor engaged in active psychological research. For Psychology majors only. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours or taken once in combination with PY 499. Prerequisites: , at least fifteen semester hours in psychology, a minimum of a 3.0 GPA in those courses, and written permission of the Chairperson.
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PY 499. Counseling/Clinical Psychology Practicum (3)
Students will work 90 hours under a qualified professional in a mental health (or related) facility. For Psychology majors only. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours or taken once in combination with . Prerequisites: PY 320 , at least fifteen semester hours in psychology, a minimum of a 3.0 GPA in those courses, and written permission of the Chairperson.
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SOCIAL WORK (SW) |
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SW 100. Introduction to Social Work (3)
An overview of fundamental concepts of social work and the many and varied roles in which social workers function in today’s society. Reviews the various fields of practice and the profession’s code of ethics, and covers current national and local issues.
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SW 200. History of Social Welfare (3)
Study of the general institutional basis of social welfare: its historical development, cultural traditions, value orientations, and political and economic forces which have contributed to the emergence of present social welfare policies and systems in the United States. Prerequisites: SW 100 .
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SW 308. Selected Topics in Social Work (3)
Examination of an important topic in contemporary social work. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours with permission of the department Chair. Topic varies from semester to semester. Prerequisites: SW 100 and permission of the Chair.
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SW 312. Child Welfare Services (3)
Examination of the services provided by social workers to strengthen children, youth, and families. Prerequisites: .
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SW 320. Cultural Diversity and Social Justice (3)
Examines cultural, social and psychological implications of diverse lifestyles, and social injustices oppression and social injustices that are pertinent to social functioning and to the profession of social work. Prerequisites: SW 100 .
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SW 340. Human Behavior and the Social Environment I (3)
Emphasis is placed on understanding the individual in interaction with major social systems. The course will explore the interrelatedness of biological, social, cultural, psychological, and environmental factors in human behavior and development. Prerequisites: .
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SW 360. Spirituality and Social Work Practice (3)
This course guides students in examining their own spiritual perspectives and possible vehicle to facilitate client’s growth and change. Prerequisites: SW 100 .
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SW 370. Statistics for the Social Sciences (3)
Basic statistical methods for analyzing data in the social sciences. Emphasis on describing distributions, sampling, measures of association, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: SW 100 & MH 113 (for SW students only).
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SW 398. Social Work Research Practicum (3)
Students will work a minimum of 45 hours under a qualified Social Work professor engaged in active scholarly research. For Social Work Minors only. Prerequisites: and written permission of the Chairperson.
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SW 410. Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families (3)
This course provides the foundation for beginning social work practice with individuals and their families. Prerequisites: Admission to the SW program and SW 100 .
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SW 415. Social Work and Human Sexuality (3)
This course provides knowledge about physical, behavioral, cognitive, emotional and spiritual aspects of human sexuality at the micro and macro level. Prerequisites: .
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SW 440. Forensic Social Work (3)
An analysis of ways social workers practice within the criminal and civil court systems. Prerequisites: .
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SOCIOLOGY (SY) |
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SY 100. Principles of Sociology (3)
Basic concepts, methods and theory of sociological analysis. Examination of social structure, groups, culture, socialization, deviant behavior, stratification, race relations, population.
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SY 110. Social Problems (3)
Analysis of problems of crime, drug abuse, sexual deviance, family disruption, inequality, population. Emphasis on causes, consequences, and solutions.
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SY 200. Foundations of Sociological Inquiry (3)
Intermediate level analysis of the sociological craft. Knowledge and application of the academic writing, communication, critical reading, and empirical literacy skills used within the discipline. Prerequisites: .
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SY 308. Selected Topics in Sociology (1-3)
Critical readings, lectures, and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by student needs and interests. Maximum accumulated credit: six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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SY 311. Sociology of Aging (3)
Analysis of the aging process experience as it is influenced by social and demographic factors, as well as the medical, social, and psychological consequences of aging, treatment, and leisure. Prerequisites: .
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SY 312. Minority Relations (3)
Analysis of minority relations in the United States and throughout the world, emphasizing factors producing changes taking place at the present time. Prerequisites: .
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SY 314. Social Stratification (3)
Analysis of social status systems, including class, caste, and estate. Emphasis on American class structure, life-style differences, and social mobility. Prerequisites: .
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SY 322. The Community (3)
Analysis of the community as a social system, including surveying the institutions, organizations, and agencies found in modern communities along with focusing on problems, forces and conditions involved in the trend toward overall planning. Prerequisites: .
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SY 325. Sports in Society (3)
Analysis of sports and sports-related behavior in social and cultural contexts. Emphasis on social problems in sports, sports and the economy, sports and the mass media, and racial, gender, and educational issues in sports. Prerequisites: .
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SY 326. Sociology of Gender (3)
Analysis of social construction, maintenance, and changes of gender roles in contemporary society, including the impact on education, economy, family, and the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: .
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SY 335. Sociology of Work (3)
Analysis of human relations in industrial society, including examining occupations, professions, and work with special attention given to human relations in industrial plants and other work situations. Prerequisites: .
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SY 336. Marriage and the Family (3)
The study of marriage and family relations, including the social function of the family and the social changes affecting family structure and functions. Prerequisites: .
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SY 340. Population (3)
Analysis of population size, composition, and distribution. Examination of demographic data sources, as well as population trends, theory, and problems. Prerequisites: .
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SY 370. Statistics for the Social Sciences (3)
Basic statistical methods for analyzing data in the social sciences. Emphasis on describing distributions, sampling, measures of association, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: and MH 113 .
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SY 381. Introduction to Criminology (3)
Significance of the crime problem, sources of existing crime statistics, theories of criminal behavior, types of crime, and elements of criminal law. Prerequisites: .
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SY 382. The Criminal Justice System (3)
Examination of formal processes and agencies established to treat criminal offenders. Role of the police, criminal court process, sentencing, and corrections are discussed. Prerequisites: SY 200 .
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SY 407. Independent Study in Sociology (3)
Independent study in some area or areas of sociology with the specific content and nature of the course determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. Maximum accumulated credit: six semester hours. Prerequisites: At least twelve hours of SY or CJ beyond the 100 level and permission of dean.
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SY 450. Modern Sociological Theory (3)
Analysis of the development of sociological theory with emphasis on major lines of development in modern theory. Prerequisites: At least twelve hours of SY or CJ beyond the 100 level.
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SY 460. Methods of Social Research (3)
Advanced analysis and application of research methodology in the social sciences. Logic of research, sampling, techniques of data collection and analysis are discussed. Prerequisites: At least twelve hours of SY or CJ beyond the 100 level, including SY 370 .
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SY 495. Professional Orientation (3)
Study of professional roles and functions, professional organizations and associations, ethical and legal standards, professional credentials, practice management, and procedures for licensure and certification. Prerequisites: At least twelve hours of SY or CJ beyond the 100 level.
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SY 498. Sociology Research Practicum (3)
Students will work minimum of 90 hours under a qualified professor engaged in active sociological research. For Sociology Traditional Track majors only. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: , at least 12 hours in Sociology beyond the 200 level, a minimum of a 3.0 GPA in those courses, and written permission of the Chairperson.
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