Sociology Course Descriptions
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology SOC 221 Marriage and the Family SOC 222 Social Problems SOC 231 Cultural Anthropology SOC 250 Special Topics in Sociology SOC 285X (MA 285X) Statistics SOC 324 Criminology SOC 330 Race and Ethnic Relations (formerly SOC 330X) SOC 335 Urban Sociology SOC 345 Internship I SOC 346X (PSY 346X) Research Methods and Design SOC 350X (PSY 350X) Social Psychology SOC 360X (PSY 360X) Introduction to Social Work SOC 420X (PSY 420X) Advanced Interpersonal Skills Training SOC 445 Internship II
A study of the basic structures of human society including social forces that hold groups together or pull them apart. Social institutions such as family, education, religion, and political economic systems are examined using sociological tools of analysis. Offered fall semester. Three hours.
Marriage and the family in historic and contemporary society, including the changes in family structure, function, and roles. The problems of dating, courtship, and marriage in modern American society are presented and related to biblical principles. Offered fall semester in even-numbered years. Three hours.
A study of the principles of social disorganization and the application of these principles to an analysis of selected social problems. Offered spring semester. Three hours.
An introduction to the principles of cultural anthropology. Includes the cross-cultural analysis of such topics as religion, language, family, economics, and political systems and an introduction to culture and personality studies, structural-functional analysis, and cultural ecology. Offered spring semester in even-numbered years. Three hours.
An exploration of current topics in society and the discipline as addressed by sociological theory and research. Offered on demand. Three hours.
An examination of both descriptive and inferential statistics. Specific topics include the scientific method, data analysis and production, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation and regression, random sampling and probability, nonparametric inferential tests, and parametric inferential tests including one-way analysis of variance. Specific instruction and computer experience in the use of SPSS is provided. Offered each semester. Computer fee. Four hours.
A study of individual and community factors as they relate to cause and correction. Theories in their historical context will be integrated with the present-day perspective of prevention and treatment. The roles of the church, the courts, the governments, and other community agencies will be considered. Prerequisite: SOC 101. Offered spring semester in odd-numbered years. Three hours.
This course provides a sociological perspective on intergroup relations between different ethnic groups. Cultural-based differences regarding communication styles, lifestyles, and ideology are explored, as well as the mechanisms of discrimination as they influence power structures inhibiting equality. The history and current experiences of some of the ethnic groups represented in the United States are examined. Offered each semester. Three hours.
An examination of the urbanization process, the dynamics of the urban “explosion” and its implications worldwide. Particular attention is given to subcultural groupings and to the social and subcultural interactions that characterize the urban experience. The inherent problems of urban growth and the enactment of urban policies designed to address those problems are also considered. Students are given firsthand exposure to the urban environment. Prerequisite: SOC 101. Offered fall semester in odd-numbered years. Three hours.
Provides the students with opportunities to apply various principles of the social sciences learned in previous course work to actual settings at an agency or organization. Direct supervision is provided by onsite personnel, and overall progress is monitored by a faculty member. Normally a junior year experience. May be used as sociology elective hours. Offered in any semester or session. Two to six hours.
This course introduces students to research methods in the social sciences. The course guides students, as researchers, in making good choices in applying research methods to reach quality conclusions. It also guides students, as research consumers, in evaluating research reports and coming to quality decisions by recognizing research methods strengths and limiting liabilities. Majors are strongly encouraged to complete this course no later than their junior year. Prerequisites: SOC 101 and SOC 285X. Offered spring semester. (Not open to students with credit in PSY 340.) Three hours.
A study of the interrelationships between the individual and social groups. Topics included are the formation of attitudes and attitude change, the nature of groups and group processes, and theoretical perspectives of social psychology. Prerequisite: PSY 140 or SOC 101. Offered fall semester. Three hours.
A study of social casework principles, procedures and philosophy, welfare history, and administration. Related to a biblical view of humanity and the helping process. Prerequisite: PSY 140 or SOC 101. Offered fall semester in even-numbered years. Three hours.
An advanced course in interpersonal relationships that explores elements of group leadership. Students will have an opportunity to train other students in relationship skills, to lead groups, and to receive supervision from the professor. Prerequisite: PSY 220, and invitation of the instructor. Offered each semester. Three hours.
Provides the students with advanced opportunities to apply various principles of the social sciences learned in previous course work or a previous internship experience to actual settings at an agency or organization. Direct supervision is provided by onsite personnel, and overall progress is monitored by a faculty member. Normally a senior year experience. May be used as sociology elective hours. May be repeated for credit, but total internship credit is limited to 12 hours. Offered in any semester or session. Two to six hours.
Updated to 2009-10 Catalog
