Course Descriptions
ANTHROPOLOGY
ANTH124 Alt (3)
Introduction to Anthropology
An introduction to the anthropological perspective. Topics include cognitive and social aspects of language, biology and the study of culture, origins of culture, archaeology and cultural beginnings, introduction to the study of cultural variation, and models of culture. Offered even years.
ANTH200 (3)
Cultural Anthropology
Comparative study of human diversity and of ways of being human. The concept of culture and ethnography as the primary tool of cultural anthropological research. Salient features of tribal communities, state level policies and modern network society. Globalization and its social, economic and environmental consequences. Understanding "ourselves" and those we call "others".
ANTH205 Alt (3)
Introduction to Archaeology
An introduction to some of the discoveries made by archaeologists and to some of the methods whereby their discoveries are made. Advances in archaeological method and theory over the past 100 years are explained and illustrated. Normally offered odd years.
ANTH415 (3)
Urban Anthropology
An introduction to ethnographic approaches to understanding urban populations and problems. Special emphasis placed on examining the uses of quantitative methods in the design of urban community initiatives.
ANTH417 (3)
Cultural & Development Anthropology Introduction to the basic concepts, methods and theories of cultural anthrpology. Anthrpological perspecties on culture change, globalization, global and local world-making, indigenous knowledge, sustainable community development, and project management. Special emphasis on anthropological principles and techniques that inform development work including application of anthropological knowledge and research to real-world problems.
ANTH420 (3)
Food and Culture
An analysis of the role of food in human affairs with special emphasis on understanding who is well-fed and who is hungry among the world's peoples and why such huge differences exist in the level of food security among the world's people.
ANTH435 (3)
Museum and Lab Methods
Methods for preparation and preservation of archaeological finds. Conservation, cleaning, cataloguing, and classification. Analysis of lithics, ceramics, faunal and floral remains, metals, and glass.
ANTH440 (1-3)
Topics in Anthropology
Topics in cross-cultural anthropology. Repeatable as topics vary.
ANTH455 (3)
Ethnography
An introduction to ethnography as a method for gathering data about human social interactions and communities. Overview of various ways of doing ethnographic fieldwork within and beyond the discipline of anthropology. Examples of ethnography in international development, business, industry and government will also be discussed. Every other year.
ANTH478 (3)
Archaeological and Ethnographical Perspectives on the Middle East
History of exploration. Beginnings of sedentary food production and pastoralism. Rise of Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilization. Israel, Ammon, Moab, and Edom. Rome and Christianity. History of the Arabs and Islamic civilization. Ethnographical perspectives on women, families, tribes, and states. Islam and the modern world. Offered as credit on Summer Tours.
ANTH496 (1-8)
Supervised Fieldwork in Anthropology or Archaeology
Students may apply to participate as trainees on research projects sponsored either by the Behavioral Sciences Department or the Institute of Archaeology.
ANTH517 (2)
Cultural & Development Anthropology Introduction to the basic concepts, methods and theories of cultural anthrpology. Anthrpological perspecties on culture change, globalization, global and local world-making, indigenous knowledge, sustainable community development, and project management. Special emphasis on anthropological principles and techniques that inform development work including application of anthropological knowledge and research to real-world problems.
ANTH600 (2-3)
Seminar in Cultural Anthropology
The study of culture and cultural variation. The contemporary beliefs, values, institutions and material way of life of people in North America are contrasted with those of people living in other regions of the world today and in the past.
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
BHSC100 $ (2)
Philosophy of Service
Provides a theoretical and practical basis for understanding and meeting needs of communities and individuals. Course materials include works from Christian and secular sources. Students develop an individualized practical plan to understand and meet needs. Does not apply to a major or minor.
BHSC220 (3)
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Contemporary Social Issues
Issues may include drug abuse, the family, crime/violence and punishment, AIDS, poverty, and health care. Integrates foundational social science with a Christian perspective to help students understand the origins of current societal issues and strategies for addressing those issues.
BHSC220 V (3)
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Contemporary Social Issues
AU/HSI course-see content above.
BHSC230 $ (3)
Research Methods I: Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
Probability concepts, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, measures of variation, using frequency distributions, point-estimation and confidence intervals, sampling distribution, levels of significance in hypothesis testing, t and z tests, correlation, chi-square and ANOVA.
BHSC235 (3)
Culture, Place and Interdependence
Uses and integrates concepts from anthropology, geography and other sciences to help students understand how human culture and natural habitat create regional, ethnic, religious and other social groups. Examines origins of group conflict and considers avenues of responsible action for resolution.
BHSC235 V (3)
Culture, Place and Interdependence
AU/HSI course-see content above.
BHSC300 $ (2)
Philosophy of Service Fieldwork
Provides an opportunity for the practical application of the theories, principles, and concepts learned in BHSC100. Prerequisite: BHSC100 or permission of Service Learning Coordinator. Does not apply to a major or minor.
BHSC378/578
Study Tour
Travel to selected areas of anthropological, geographical, sociological and/or psychological interest combined with lectures, directed readings and assignments. The amount of credit and the geographic area are designated at the time a study tour is announced. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied to one of the majors in the Behavioral Sciences Department.
BHSC438 (1-3)
Workshop
Provides an opportunity to study in a focused area within the Behavioral Sciences. A paper is required for more than one credit and may be required for one credit.
BHSC440 (1-3)
Topics in _________________
Examines emerging issues in the behavioral sciences. Repeatable in different specialized areas.
BHSC450 (3)
Community Health and Human Disease
Examines in-depth emerging issues in the behavioral sciences. May be repeated in different specialized areas.
BHSC495 (1-3)
Independent Study/Readings/Research/Project in Behavioral Sciences
Individual assignments and/or reports and/or individualized research in behavioral sciences are set up on a contract basis with no more than 3 credits per semester. Students may repeat or take any combination of departmental independent study courses for up to 6 credits. Consult staff before registering.
BHSC590 (1-3)
Internship
To be arranged in cooperation with the student's advisor.
BHSC648 (1-2)
Workshop
Provides an opportunity to study in a focused area within the behavioral sciences.
BHSC690 (1-3)
Independent Study/Readings/Research Project in Behavioral Sciences
Community & International Development
(On-Campus)
CIDS515 (3)
Organization and Human Resources
This course teaches students to apply psychological theories and principles to the inner workings of organizations. The following topics are discussed in detail: employee selection and training, small group behavior, leadership, attitudes and motivation, power and politics, and strategies for fostering organizational change. Students will learn to interpret research findings accurately and responsibly, and there will be a special emphasis on learning to conduct empirical research in organizational settings.
CIDS520 (3)
Development Theory and Practice
Provide an introduction to different theoretical perspectives of development. Review of the history of development which provides a critical and ethical understanding of the social, economic, and political dimension of development in practice. This course addresses a range of processes to address the needs of diverse communities in multiple and complex contexts.
CIDS530 (3)
Needs Assessment, Capacity Mapping & Program Planning
Introduction to concepts and methods of conducting a community needs assessment and mapping community capacity to address those needs. Development of skills in selecting, analyzing, understanding, and interpreting assessment outcomes to inform policy and practice. Consider complex interactions between community and international development stakeholders and other factors affecting accountability, project planning, and outcomes.
CIDS535 (3)
Development Design & Evaluation
Exploration of various perspectives and approaches to project design, implementation, and evaluation. Understand the context and interdependence of each element of the project management cycle. Building on assessment results, the theory and application of program planning techniques and processes, and the objectives of monitoring and evaluation are introduced. Hands-on experience provides opportunities to exercise skills needed for project design, grant writing, and evaluation techniques.
CIDS540 (3)
International Development: Strategy Design & Implementation
Evolution of international development theory across disciplines. Changing conceptualizations, measurements, processes and effects of development and poverty. Ethnicity, social class, gender, and community influences on socioeconomic processes. Current issues, concerns, and strategic alternatives. Development policy design, strategy, programs, and projects.
CIDS545 (2)
Ethics in Development
An ethical framework for the understanding of social transformation. Ethical paradigms are explored, as well as historical examples of how development interventions have generated social change. Focus on contemporary approaches to development, revolution and liberation.
CIDS555 (3)
Development Policy and Analysis
Examine the processes that lead to the formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation of development policies and programs across countries. Study types of policies, policy design, and policy tools. Develop skills of political and bureaucratic analysis that can improve policy analysis, policy decision-making, and policy implementation for sustainable development.
CIDS560 (3)
Political Economy of Development
Overview of the political economy of developing countries and the complex interplay of international system, international economic and political economy factors that influence development initiatives and outcomes. Discuss the relation of globalization, trade, aid, and international economic and development institutions on development activity. Specific topics include development and economic policy, civil society, alternative development models, democracy, authoritarianism, sustainable development and gender.
CIDS565 (3)
Institutions in Development
Overview of the effect of formal and informal institutions on development, combining in-depth case studies of a variety of domestic and international institutions with theoretical and empirical insights from development disciplines (comparative politics, political economy, international relations, and economics).
CIDS575 (1–5)
Topics in Community & International Development
Repeatable with different topics. This topic course could be used to register for a study tour.
CIDS580 (1–2)
Organizational & Community Leadership
Focus on leadership theories and strategies. Students develop the capacity to apply these theories and strategies adaptively in leadership situations within organizational and community context. Students explore how leadership styles, communication, planning, organizing, decision making, and marketing impact organizational and community change.
CIDS585 (3)
Gender, Economic Development, and Poverty Reduction
Introduces the linkages between gender equality and growth & poverty-reduction, and enhances students’ ability to participate in the design and implementation of poverty-reduction strategies. Explores the concepts of gender inequality as it relates to poverty; discusses the importance of gender issues in economic development and how they relate to attaining the Millennium Development Goals. Other concepts to be covered: Access to education, health, labor markets, employment opportunities, and productive resources as they affect growth.
CIDS590 (3)
Issues in Gender and Development
Familiarizes students with the main analytic debates in the field of gender and development. Institutional domains (households, family and kinship, the market, the community and the state) through which gender relations are both defined and transformed receive separate attention. An introductory survey of conceptual approaches to gender is folled by a treatment of central topics which include: the move from WID (women in development) to GAD (gender and development) as critical perspectives in development studies, conceptual approaches to households, men and masculinities in development, globalization and women’s employment, gender, state and governance, women’s movements and state-civil society relations, gender, conflict and post-conflict, and an appraisal of prospects for gender-aware planning and empowerment.
CIDS631 (.5–1)
Professional Development Seminar
An overview of salient issues and problems related to the topic; an orientation to communities of researchers and professionals working on the topic; an inventory of baseline competencies of persons professing expertise on the topic; and a survey of the opportunities for professional involvement related to the concentration. To be taken during the first fall semester a student is in the program. Repeatable.
CIDS632 (1)
Portfolio Development Seminar
Facilitates MS closure prior to graduation. Students prepare and defend their portfolios. Each student reviews and documents his/her learning and personal goal attainment. Exploration of issues related to career development and life-long learning. To be taken during a student’s final year in the program. Spring
CIDS650 $ (0)
Project Continuation
Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade(DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approvals only. Registration for this title indicates full-time status.
CIDS655 $ (0)
Program Continuation
Students may register for this non-credit continuation course to maintain active status. For additional information on active status, please refer to p. 49 in the bulletin. Registration does not indicate full-time status.
CIDS660 $ (0)
Thesis Continuation
Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approvals only. Registration for this title indicates full-time status.
CIDS665 $ (0)
Preparation for Comprehensive Exams
Advisor approval required. Registration for this title indicates full-time status.
CIDS670 (0)
Comprehensive Exam
CIDS677 (1)
Colloquium
The course provides a forum for development and peer review of research projects by CIDP graduate students. It is required for all students to submit at least one paper for presentation at a professional conference or at least one article for publication in a professional journal before graduation. The course is to be taken during the student’s first Spring semester in the program. Repeatable. S/U grade.
CIDS680 (1–2)
Field Practicum
Students integrate course content and theory into practice during a 300-hour field practicum coordinated with each student’s research project and/or concentration that is the concluding requirement for the concentration. 260 hours may be done with the student’s primary employer, but all students must complete one week (40 hours) in an external organization. Students must submit a practicum proposal indicating approval from a sponsoring organization and learning objectives. Upon completion, the student submits a practicum portfolio. Prerequisites: CIDS520, 530, and 2 courses in concentration.
CIDS689 (1–3)
Seminar
CIDS690 (1–3)
Independent Study
CIDS697 (2)
Portfolio Project
Students prepare and defend their portfolios. Each student reviews and documents his/her learning and personal goal attainment, and explores issues related to career development and life-long learning. Students will include at least one significant research project. Registration for this title indicates full-time status.
CIDS698 (2–3)
Research Project
A research project is carried out by a master’s degree candidate in which the student’s mastery of the research process is demonstrated. A typical end product might be a community assessment study, a program evaluation study, a best practice benchmarking study, or a problem-solving study. Registration for this title indicates full-time status.
CIDS699 (3-4)
Master's Thesis
FAMILY STUDIES
FMST115 Alt (3)
Introduction to Family Studies
Study of the conceptual framework for the discipline and exploration of contemporary issues and trends in society as related to families. Normally offered odd years.
FMST201 (3)
Personal Relationships
The interdisciplinary study of personal relationships including intimate relationships, marriage and family living. The course will focus on the processes and skills necessary to build, maintain and enjoy important relationships across the lifespan.
FMST310 Alt (3)
Parent-Child Relationships
Study of the concepts, challenges, and changes in the parent/child relationship including contemporary strategies, parenting in diverse family types, and changing parenting roles throughout the life cycle. Offered odd years.
FMST350 Alt (3)
Family Cultural Perspectives
Study of the family as a social institution, its biological and cultural foundations, and its historic development and changing structure and function. Cross-cultural uniqueness is examined. Offered even years.
FMST454 Alt (3)
Family Violence Across the Lifespan
Study of factors contributing to abuse in the family with emphasis on prevention of domestic violence. Offered odd years.
FMST456 Alt (3)
Marriage and the Family
Study of the family and the marriage relationship from a multicultural perspective, focusing on diversity and strengths of families, developing and maintaining satisfying intimate relationships, trends in family structure, family dynamics and the conceptual frameworks from which researchers, theoreticians and clinicians look at families. Offered even years.
FMST460 Alt (3)
Management and Decision Making in the Family
Principles of sound management of resources including time, money, and energy as they relate to individuals and groups throughout the life span, with emphasis on the family. Offered odd years.
FMST470 (1-8)
Field Experience
Supervised experience in observing, planning, directing, and/or assisting families in various home or organizational environments. Repeatable to 8 credits.
GEOGRAPHY
GEOG110 (3)
Survey of Geography
A survey of major geographic perspectives: physical, human, and regional. Applies toward General Education social science requirements.
GEOG240 $ (3)
Physical Geography
The physical environment in which human societies exist; the earth's crust, its water systems, land systems, and climatic features. Normally offered even years.
GEOG245 (3)
Introduction to Meteorology and Climatology
Emphasis on atmospheric processes and regional distribution and classification of the world's climate.
GEOG260 (3)
Cultural Geography
The geographic viewpoint of the human occupancy of the earth in relation to the environment; including aspects of population, settlement, language, religion, and economy; a generalized survey of major world cultural areas to integrate course elements.
GEOG260 V (3)
Cultural Geography
AU/HSI course-see content above.
GEOG335 (3)
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
The study of the fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Emphasis on the foundations of these systems, their components and capabilities.
GEOG430 (3)
Urban Geography
Examination of spatial patterns and processes associated with urbanization within the framework of economy, culture and politics.
GEOG455 (3)
Environmental Disasters
An integrated study of the causes and geography of natural and man-made disasters. Understanding of extreme event prediction, early warning, and disaster mitigation. Organizations involved in disaster response.
GEOG460 (1-3)
Topics in _____________
Study of selected topics in geography. Topic and credit to be announced in advance. Repeatable with different topics to 9 credits (to 3 credits for graduate students).
GEOG475 (3)
Regional Geography: ____________
Regional study of physical, economic, and cultural characteristics of major regions of the world. Areas selected for analysis vary from semester to semester. Direct inquires to the department chair. Repeatable for different regions.
GEOG485 (1-6)
Geography Field Experience
Observation and evaluation of geographical phenomena in the U.S. or foreign countries. May be based upon individual research, organized tours, or expeditions. A formal report is expected.
GEOG495 (1-3)
Independent Study
Independent work on a specified topic under the guidance of department advisor. Repeatable to 9 credits with the consent of the department chair.
International Development (off-campus)
IDSC597 (1)
Portfolio
An organized collection of educational and professional accomplishments to date is produced. This will include basic personal and background information, a profile of the student’s organization, outstanding academic work, and other products acquired during his/her time in the program.
IDSC610 (2)
Ethics in Development
Examination of theoretical foundations of ethics in community and international development. Ethical dimensions of policies and practices of major development players are investigated. Focus on contemporary approaches to development ethics in terms of purposes, roles, participants and audiences. Introduction of frameworks for ethical decision-making.
IDSC620 (3)
Strategic Planning in Global Leadership
A multi-disciplinary course which focuses on current and emerging issues of organizational leadership. The course will teach the role of creating a meaningful strategic plan for an effective administrative system for organizations to survive intensifying globalization. Components include the strategic planning process, roles of board and staff, critical importance of a stakeholder analysis, the purpose of mission and vision, and the difference between goals, strategies and objectives.
IDSC630 (3)
Program Design and Evaluation
Introduction to concepts and methods of conducting community needs assessment and capacity mapping. Development of skills in selecting, analyzing, interpreting and presenting data affecting program planning and implementation. Considers complex interactions affecting program accountability and outcomes. Provides practical opportunity to exercise skills needed for project design and grantmanship.
IDSC640 (1–3)
Topics: _______________
IDSC640 (3)
Topics: Professional Training in: Area of Concentration
Students are required to participate in a minimum of 45 contact hours of Professional Training related to their area of Concentration. In addition, the student in the final year of the program will design and implement a Colloquium to present best practices in his/her area of Concentration.
IDSC650 (0)
Project Continuation
IDSC655 (0)
Program Continuation
Registration for this title indicates part-time status.
IDSC660 (0)
Thesis Continuation
IDSC665 (0)
Preparation for Comprehensive Examinations
IDSC670 (0)
Comprehensive Examinations
IDSC680 (2)
Field Practicum
The Field Practicum integrates International Development theory into practice. Students will complete (a) a baseline study that describes the current level of the agency where the practicum is pursued; (b) a benchmarking of best practices in the field [area of concentration];and (c) an oral presentation of their findings to their peers.
IDSC689 (1–3)
Seminar
Projects, reports and discussions on various subjects corresponding to faculty specialization. Repeatable with different subject matter. Needed to accommodate new topics under different concentrations.
IDSC690 (1–3)
Independent Study
Individualized reading or research in a specified area under the guidance of an instructor, Repeatable to 6 credits.
IDSC690 (1)
Independent Study: Area of Concentration
Students are required to broaden their knowledge in their area of Concentration through independent study of books, scholarly journal articles, professional association publications and newsletters, local government publications, publications of multi-government organizations such as the United Nations or the World Bank, publications by various international non-government organizations, or Internet resources. The outcome of this research should be a “Specialist Paper.”
IDSC697 (3)
Research Project
A research project typically carried out by a master’s-degree candidate in which the student’s mastery of the research process is demonstrated.
IDSC699 (4)
Master’s Thesis
PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC101 (3)
Introduction to Psychology
Principles of psychology including the study of growth, perception, learning, thinking, motivation, emotion, personality, and mental health.
PSYC101 V (3)
Introduction to Psychology
AU/HSI course-see content above.
PSYC180 (3)
Dealing with Your Mind
An introduction to the brain and how it works, with an emphasis on processes used in everyday life: perception of our surroundings, memory and other facets of general cognition, and links to addictive behavior. The labs will give hands-on experience with these topics. Students will be exposed to research opportunities.
PSYC204 (3)
Personal, Social and Career Development
Application of psychological principles of behavior as they influence optimal personal, social and career development, with an emphasis on effective strategies for self-management and self-improvement.
PSYC210 $ (3)
Introduction to Health Psychology
Study of causes for the rise of health psychology; interrelationships between psychology and health-related disciplines; models of disease and health care; interrelationships between stressful life events, social support, and wellness; illness behavior; psychology of addictive behavior; and behavioral health. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC220 (3)
Human Development-Lifespan
Lifespan is an integrative approach to psychological development which emphasizes the interdependency of physical, cognitive, emotional and social development. The interrelatedness of theory, research, and application are seen throughout the entire sequence of human development from conception to death. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSYC101 or written permission of the teacher.
PSYC252 (3)
The Psychology of Adolescence, Youth, and Aging
Current psychological theories relating to psychological development, maturity, and decline as evidenced during the adolescent, youth, middle age, and retirement years. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC252 V (3)
The Psychology of Adolescence, Youth, and Aging
AU/HSI course-see content above.
PSYC269 (3)
History and Systems of Psychology
A study of significant schools, individuals and theories in the field of psychology, together with their contributions to present knowledge of behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC269 V (3)
History and Systems of Psychology
AU/HSI course-see content above.
PSYC315 V (3)
Organization and Work
AU/HSI course. A discussion of human beings at work and how work interfaces with the community. The meaning of work, formal organization, informal group activity, occupational status and mobility, the structure and function of labor unions, and industry-community relationships are examined.
PSYC319 (3)
Stress Management
An introduction to stress along with signs and symptoms of stress and identification of stressors in a person's life. Students learn how to increase stress tolerance and implement change.
PSYC364 (3)
Learning and Behavior
A study of theories of learning which evaluates connections between learning and behavioral processes within and between humans and animals. A lab fee may be required. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC364 (3)
Learning and Behavior
AU/HSI course-see content above.
PSYC410 (3)
Introduction to Counseling & Psychotherapy
An introduction to the major theoretical models and concepts for counseling and psychotherapy. Concepts such as the philosophical assumptions, the therapeutic process, and the client/therapist relationship are discussed. Prerequisites: PSYC101, and one of the following: PSYC454, 269 or 460.
PSYC420 (3)
Human Sexuality
A study of the multiple aspects of sexuality within a framework of Christian values.
PSYC432/SOCI432 $ (3)
Research Methods II: Introduction
Asking researchable questions. Reviewing the literature. Hypothesis formulation. Research methodology emphasizes qualitative approaches but includes discussion of instrumentation, subject selection, and data collection procedures. Andrews' human subject research review process. Informed consent. Writing assignments include theoretical essay, pilot study, second pilot study, research journal. Prerequisite or corequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285.
PSYC/SOCI433 $ (3)
Research Methods III: Advanced Research Design-Experimental and Survey
The principles of designing, administrating, interpreting, and writing experimental research, questionnaires and interview schedules. Survey also focuses on coding procedures and scale construction. Structured around a research project, and the interpretation of scientific reports and professional journals. Corequisite: PSYC434. Prerequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285 and PSYC432.
PSYC/SOCI434 $ (3)
Research Methods IV: Advanced Statistical Analysis and SPSS
A study on advanced parametric and non-parametric techniques such as two-way ANOVA, regression and power. The utilization of SPSS in the analysis and interpretation of statistical data. An analysis of professional journals and reports with an emphasis on the statistical reasoning. Corequisite: PSYC/SOCI433. Prerequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285 and PSYC/SOCI432.
PSYC434 (4)
Research Methods IV: Advanced Statistical Analysis and SPSS
AU/HSI course-see content above.
PSYC438 (1-3)
Workshop
Provides an opportunity to study in a focused area within the Behavioral Sciences. A paper is required for more than one credit and may be required for one credit.
PSYC445 (3)
Cognitive Psychology
A study of how people use and acquire knowledge with emphasis on how people perceive, think, remember, store information, solve problems, and acquire and use language. Prerequisite: PSYC101 or 180.
PSYC449 Alt (3)
Psychopharmacology
Examination of current psychotropic drugs, how they affect human perception and behavior, and how they are used in clinical evaluation. Prerequisites: PSYC101 or 180; BIOL111,112 or BIOL165, 166. Offered odd years.
PSYC450 $ (3)
Social Psychology
A study of human behavior within a group context. Included are attitudes, social roles, collective behavior, and the dynamic aspects of human interaction. Lab fee may be required. Prerequisites: PSYC101 and two other behavioral science courses.
PSYC454 (3)
Theories of Personality
Integrates subfields of psychology to enhance understanding of the individual personality. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC455 (2)
Treatment of Substance Abuse
An overview of treatment techniques and basic prevention strategies including specific training in assessment and therapeutic techniques, examining the relationship between etiology and treatment. Treatment evaluation discussed. At-risk, vulnerable populations receive special consideration. Prerequisite: PSYC101; Prerequisite or corequisite: SOCI415.
PSYC458 Alt (3)
Advanced Theories of Addiction and Treatment
Surveys, critiques and integrates the primary theories currently used to explain the process, outcome and treatment of addictions. Covers biological, psychological, social and anthropological addiction theories. Primary substance-abuse prevention theories are surveyed. Implications for at-risk, vulnerable populations considered. Prerequisite: PSYC101; Prerequisite or corequisite: SOCI415.
PSYC460 (3)
Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
A study of deviant human behavior and theories of causation and remediation. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC465 (3)
Physiological Psychology
Introduces the biological bases of behavior. Examination of the neuroanatomical and physiological foundations of such topics as the mind/body problem, the development of language and learning, sexual behavior, recovery from brain damage, and psychopathology. Prerequisite: PSYC101.
PSYC466 (3)
Psychology of the Exceptional Child
A survey of assessment, remediation, and adjustment for exceptional children and youth who require special education and related services. Various types of exceptionality are explored such as mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral disorders, giftedness, disorders of communication, and impairment of hearing or sight. Prerequisite: PSYC101. Normally offered odd years.
PSYC471 Alt (3)
Behavior Modification
The theory and techniques of behavior change utilizing principles of conditioning. Applications relevant to health-centered and educational settings are emphasized. Prerequisite: PSYC101. Normally offered even years.
PSYC480 (1-8)
Field Experience
Supervised field placement in a human services setting is approved in advance by the department chair. A minimum of 45 hours of fieldwork activity is required for each credit. Consult staff before registering. Open only to departmental majors. Repeatable to 8 credits.
PSYC486 (3)
Psychological Assessment
Theory and practice in individual and group testing in the areas of intelligence, aptitude, achievement, personality, and interest. Evaluation of tests and other instruments for measurement with a focus on their worth and limitations. A lab fee may be required. Prerequisite: PSYC101, BHSC230 or STAT285.
PSYC495 (1-3)
Independent Study/Readings/Research/Project in Psychology
Individual assignments and/or reports and/or individualized research in psychology on a contract basis with no more than 3 credits per semester. Students may repeat or take any combination of departmental independent study courses up to 6 credits. Consult staff before registering.
PSYC495 (1-3)
Independent Study/Readings/Research/Project in Psychology
AU/HSI course. Provides an opportunity to work with an instructor on a research project and/or studies in psychology.
PSYC575 (1-3)
Topics in Psychology
Repeatable with different topics.
PSYC648 (1-3)
Workshop
Provides an opportunity to study in a focused area within the Behavioral Sciences. A paper is required for more than one credit.
SOCIOLOGY
SOCI119 (3)
Principles of Sociology
A study of the development of sociology as a social science, some concepts and ideas associated with the study of human behavior, and an overview of the principles, terms, and concepts in the discipline.
SOCI119 (3)
Principles of Sociology
AU/HSI course-see content above.
SOCI120 (3)
Marriage Dynamics and Growth
An introductory study of the factors leading to a stable marriage relationship and growth within that relationship in contemporary American society.
SOCI315 Alt (3)
Criminology
Theories and techniques associated with apprehension, conviction, and detention of individuals who infringe criminal law in this society. Normally offered even years.
SOCI345 Alt (3)
Juvenile Delinquency
Topics related to modern youth in trouble, sociological analysis of the problems of youth, legal and societal factors involved in delinquency, and some of the remedial measures now being used. Offered odd years.
SOCI350/550 (2)
Introduction to Social Policy
Develops basic knowledge and skills for policy analysis, formulation and critical challenge within local and international contexts. Examines the determining factors affecting public policy in the United States as compared with other systems. Provides framework for analysis of social problems and policies, as they impact development and practice in human services.
SOCI360 Alt (3)
Introduction to International Development
Focuses on the dilemmas facing industrialized nations and developing nations in coping with severe global inequalities and poverty. Analyzes the popular strategies and explanations used by governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to deal with these challenges. Normally offered odd years.
SOCI408 (2)
Emergency Preparedness
Provides an introduction to basic philosophy and concepts of Emergency Preparedness as required by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management A gency) and most states which certify staff. Includes use of FEMA--provided modules in the Professional Development Series which are accepted prerequisites for advanced classroom courses. A passing grade is required on each module for a Satisfactory grade and receipt of a Professional Development Series Certificate of Completion.
SOCI410 Alt (3)
Social Gerontology
A study of aging and ageism in the United States, including demographic trends, societal attitudes, problems of the elderly, and national policies relating to senior citizens in the cultural context of American society. Normally offered even years.
SOCI415 Alt (2)
Substance Abuse in American Society
An overview of substance-use terminology, historical issues, definitions, epidemiology, consequences and drugs of abuse within an American cultural and historical framework. Normally offered odd years.
SOCI420 Alt (3)
Medical Sociology
Analysis of the relationship between social characteristics and the incidence and prevalence of disease, as well as geographical determinants of health and medical systems. Normally offered even years.
SOCI421 (3)
Development Theory & Practice
Provide an introduction to different theoretical perspectives of development. Review of the history of development which provides a critical and ethical understanding of the social, economic, and political dimension of development in practice. This course addresses a range of processes to address the needs of diverse communities in multiple and complex contexts. Open to seniors only.
SOCI425 (3)
Racial and Ethnic Relations
A study of the distinctive racial and cultural minorities in American society with an emphasis on problems and adjustments within the larger society.
SOCI425 (3)
Racial and Ethnic Relations
AU/HSI course-see content above.
SOCI430 (3)
Gender Roles in Contemporary Society
Significant issues related primarily to the concerns of women as members of American society, but also in cross-cultural perspective. Includes such topics as socialization in sex roles, women in the professions, women in minority groups, the feminization of poverty, and women and substance abuse and crime.
SOCI431 (3)
Needs Assessment, Capacity Mapping & Program Planning
Introduction to concepts and methods of conducting a community needs assessment and mapping community capacity to address those needs. Development of skills in selecting, analyzing, understanding, and interpreting assessment outcomes to inform policy and practice. Consider complex interactions between community and international development stakeholders and other factors affecting accountability, project planning, and outcomes. Open to seniors only.
SOCI432/PSYC432 $ (2-3)
Research Methods II: Introduction
Asking researchable questions. Reviewing the literature. Hypothesis formulation. Research methodology emphasizes qualitative approaches but includes discussion of instrumentation, subject selection and data collection procedures. Andrews' human-subject research review process. Informed consent. Writing assignments include theoretical essay, pilot study, second pilot study, research journal. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285.
SOCI/PSYC433 $ (3)
Research Methods III: Advanced Research Design-Experimental and Survey
The principles of designing, administrating, interpreting, and writing experimental research, questionnaires and interview schedules. Survey also focuses on coding procedures and scale construction. Structured around a research project, and the interpretation of scientific reports and professional journals. Corequisite: PSYC434. Prerequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285 and PSYC432.
SOCI/PSYC434 $ (3)
Research Methods IV: Advanced Statistical Analysis and SPSS
A study on advanced parametric and non-parametric techniques such as two-way ANOVA, regression and power. The utilization of SPSS in the analysis and interpretation of statistical data. An analysis of professional journals and reports with an emphasis on the statistical reasoning. Corequisite: PSYC/SOCI433. Prerequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285 and PSYC/SOCI432.
SOCI445 (2)
Emergency Planning
Principles of emergency planning used in any type of disaster. Includes working with volunteers, handling special events, evacuation, mass fatalities, planning for schools, and homeland security planning. Includes satisfactory completion of FEMA-provided modules in Professional Development Series. Prerequisite: SOCI/SOWK408.
SOCI449 (2)
Disaster Response and Emergency Operations
Study of the phases of disaster response and recovery with attention to local, state, and national roles and expectations. Models of emergency management operations including communications, coordination, and chief executive decision making under conditons of disaster response will be emphasized. Attention will be given to the problems and concerns of recovery of victims and communities and the implications of disaster recovery efforts. Prerequisites: BSAD426/526; Evidence of Satisfactory completion of PDS modules, IS244 Developing and Managing Volunteers, and IS700 National Incident Management System.
SOCI455 (3)
Development Policy and Analysis
Develops basic knowledge and skills for policy process, development, and analysis, formulation and critical challenge within local and international contexts. Examines the determining factors affecting development policy related to development across countries. Provides framework for analysis of social problems and policies, as they impact development and practice in human services. Open to seniors only.
SOCI460 (2)
Death and Grief in Contemporary Society
The study of cultural and societal perspectives on death and personal and interpersonal dynamics of death and dying.
SOCI470 (3)
Demography
Overview of the world's population; spatial dimensions of human populations; fertility concepts, measurements, trends, levels, and explanations; mortality and migration; population structures, life chances; population growth, economic development, and the environment.
SOCI474 Alt (3)
Social Thought and Theory
The roots of self-conscious social thought and the rise of sociology and anthropology as scientific disciplines in the 19th century. Major theoretical orientations in their fields, proponents, and impact on present-day sociology and anthropology are reviewed. Normally offered odd years.
SOCI478 (3)
Principles and Practice of Hazards Mitigation
Study of preparedness as related to hazards in the local community with attention to means of mitigation as well as planning measures. Includes IS modules IS271 Anticipating Hazardous Weather & Community Risk and IS240 Hazardous Materials Prevention. Prerequisites: BIOL208 and evidence of satisfactory completion of SOCI/SOWK408.
SOCI480 (1-8)
Field Experience
Supervised field placement in a human services setting is approved in advance by the department chair. A minimum of 45 hours of fieldwork is required for each credit. Open only to departmental majors. Repeatable to 8 credits.
SOCI488 V (3)
The City in the Industrialized World
AU/HSI course. The structure and development of the modern urban community with emphasis on ecological and demographic features of urban life. Normally offered even years.
SOCI490 (1-3)
Capstone in Emergency Preparedness (Practicum)
Experience in Disaster Preparedness exercises. Individually planned with the student by the instructor in consultation with local campus and community Emergency Coordinators. Briefing and reflections with the instructor will be expected of students enrolled in this course. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated to 3 cr. Prerequisites: SOCI/SOWK408 or equivalent and one other core course in Emergency Preparedness.
SOCI495 (1-3)
Independent Study/Readings/Research/Project in Sociology
Individual assignments and/or reports and/or individualized research in sociology are set up on a contract basis with no more than 3 credits per semester. Students may repeat or take any combination of departmental independent study courses for up to 6 credits. Consult staff before registering.
SOCI498 (1-3)
Research Project in Sociology
An independent research project in sociology typically supervised by a faculty member and resulting in a technical report summarizing findings or a submission to a professional conference. Students may repeat or take any combination of departmental independent study or research project courses up to 6 credits with no more than 3 credits per semester. Consult staff before registering.
SOCI508 $ (2)
Emergency Preparedness
Provides an introduction to basic philosophy and concepts of Emergency Preparedness as required by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and most states which certify staff. Includes use of FEMA-provided modules in the Professional Development Series which are accepted prerequisites for advanced classroom courses. A passing grade is required on each module for satisfactory grade and receipt of a Professional Development Series Certificate of Completion.
SOCI510 (3)
Gender Roles in Contemporary Society
Significant issues related primarily to the concerns of women as members of American society, but also in cross-cultural perspective. Includes such topics as socialization in sex roles, women in the professions, women in minority groups, the feminization of poverty, and women and substance abuse and crime.
SOCI514 (2–3)
Migrant & Refugee Issues
This course will study fundamental theories and concepts regarding voluntary migration (migrant issues) and forced migration (refugee issues). It will also address the main political, social, economic and environmental push and pull factors that influence immigration and emigration within the framework of globalization.
SOCI515 (3)
Racial and Ethnic Relations
A study of the distinctive racial and cultural minorities in American society with an emphasis on problems and adjustments within the larger society.
SOCI532 $ (2)
Research Methods II: Introduction
Asking researchable questions. Reviewing the literature. Hypothesis formulation. Research methodology emphasizes qualitative approaches but includes discussion of instrumentation, subject selection and data collection procedures. Andrews’ human-subject-research review process. Informed consent. Writing assignments include theoretical essay, pilot study, second pilot study, research journal. Lab schedule will be arranged. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BHSC230 or STAT285.
SOCI533 $ (2)
Research Methods III: Advanced Research Design-Experimental and Survey
The principles of designing, administrating, interpreting, and writing experimental research, questionnaires and interview schedules. Survey also focuses on coding procedures and scale construction. Structured around a research project, and the interpretation of scientific reports and professional journals. Lab schedule will be arranged. Corequisite: SOCI534. Prerequisites: BHSC230 or STAT285 and SOCI532.
SOCI534 $ (2)
Research Methods IV: Advanced Statistical Analysis & SPSS
A study on advanced parametric and non-parametric techniques such as two-way ANOVA, regression and power. The utilization of SPSS in the analysis and interpretation of statistical data. An analysis of professional journals and reports with an emphasis on the statistical reasoning. Corequisite: SOCI533. Prerequisites: BHSC230 or STAT285 and SOCI532.
SOCI545 (2)
Program Implementation and Evaluation
Strategies for implementation. Review of various methods of evaluation with emphasis on measuring outcomes and assessing quality in community program development.
SOCI549 (2)
Disaster Response and Emergency Operations
Study of the phases of disaster response and recovery with attention to local, state and national roles and expectations. Models of emergency management operations including communication, coordination, and chief executive decision making under conditions of disaster response will be emphasized. Attention will be given to the problems and concerns of recovery of victims and communities and the implications of disaster recovery efforts. Prerequisites: BSAD426/526; Evidence of Satisfactory completion of PDS modules, IS244 Developing and Managing Volunteers, and IS700 National Incident Management System.
SOCI550 (2)
Social Policy
Develops basic knowledge and skills for policy analysis, formulation and critical challenge within local and international contexts. Examines the determining factors affecting public policy in the United States as compared with other systems. Provides framework for analysis of social problems and policies, as they impact development and practice in human services.
SOCI554 (2)
Community Health & Human Disease
Examines in-depth emerging issues in the behavioral sciences. May be repeated in different specialized areas.
SOCI555 (2)
EmergencyPlanning
Principles of emergency planning used in any type of disaster. Includes working with volunteers, handling special events, evacuation, mass fatalities, planning for schools, and homeland security planning. Includes satisfactory completion of FEMA-provided modules in Professional Development Series. Prerequisite: SOCI408 or 508; SOWK408.
SOCI560 Alt (3)
Family Resource Management
Principles of sound management of resources including time, money, and energy as they relate to individuals and groups throughout the lifespan, with emphasis on the family. Offered odd years.
SOCI565(3)
Demography
Overview of the world’s population; spatial dimensions of human populations; fertility concepts, measurements, trends, levels, and explanations; mortality and migration; population structures, life chances; population growth, economic development, and the environment.
SOCI575 (1–5)
Topics in Sociology
Repeatable with different topics. This topic course could be used to register for a study tour.
SOCI578 (3)
Principles and Practice of Hazards Mitigation
Study of preparedness as related to hazards in the local community with attention to means of mitigation as well as planning measures. Includes IS modules IS 271 Anticipating Hazardous Weather & Community Risk and IS 240 Hazardous Materials Prevention. Prerequisites: BIOL208 and evidence of satisfactory completion of SOCI/SOWK408.