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SOC150 Principles of Sociology
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3 |
| An introductory analysis of the individual in culture and society, using a biblical framework.
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SOC152 Social Problems
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3 |
| A study of issues in contemporary American society which are examined from a sociological perspective including crime, poverty, violence, racism, and sexism.
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SOC170 Aging in America
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3 |
| A study of the elderly in American society. Topics include theories of aging, health care, living environments, recreation and leisure, and death and dying. |
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SOC200 Marriage and Family
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3 |
| A social scientific and Christian analysis of the social institution of family. Topics include, but are not limited to, dating, marriage, planning a family, child-rearing, and threats to the family.
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SOC210 Minority Group Relations
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3 |
| An analysis of dominant-minority group interaction with special emphasis given to Native American, African-American, Hispanic-American, and Asian-American minorities in our society. Meets intercultural requirements.
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SOC225 Cultural Anthropology
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3 |
| An introduction to cultural anthropology which seeks to expose students to different cultures of the world as well as help them to appreciate cultural diversity. An excellent orientation course for those who will be working in cross-cultural contexts.
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SOC246 Criminology
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3 |
| A study of crime and delinquency as social phenomena. Theories of causation, methods of correction, and prevention of crime are included in the study. Gives credit for majors in sociology and criminal justice. Prerequisite: SOC150.
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SOC310 Sociology of the Family
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3 |
| An advanced analysis for upper-division students of family roles, structure, variations, and deviations. Prerequisites: SOC150 and SOC200.
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SOC355 Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences
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3 |
| This is a three-hour course offered each spring semester. Its purpose is to provide the student with an introduction to the concepts and techniques of research methodology as employed in the behavioral sciences including experimental research, field and survey research, content analysis and other unobtrusive techniques, and evaluative assessment research. Students will be encouraged to demonstrate an understanding of the role of research for helping professionals; examining truth-seeking from a scientific and from a Biblical perspective; critiquing current research findings in professional journals; identifying appropriate research methodology for a given problem or topic; completing an empirical research project from start to finish; developing a research manuscript using the APA publication manual guidelines; and developing oral communication skills in presenting one's research project to a professional audience. Also listed as PSY355.
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SOC360 Social Psychology
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3 |
| A study of the experience and behavior of individuals in relation to group situations and social influences of modern life. Gives credit for majors in Sociology or Psychology. Prerequisites: SOC150 and PSY150. (See also PSY360.)
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SOC370 Demography and Population Problems
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3 |
| A survey of theories and policies concerning population, present population trends, the social factors underlying population growth, and related problems of birth control and world food supply. Gives credit for majors in Sociology or Political Science. Prerequisite: SOC150 or POL100.
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SOC371 Family Systems
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3 |
| A study of principles, theoretical approaches, specific objectives, and techniques currently used in the "systems theory" approach to marriage and the family. The focus will be on normal developmental problems rather than on psychopathology. This course will present both a systemic and strategic approach to therapy including the theories of Minuchi, Satire, Bowen, and Haley. Prerequisite: 9 hours of Psychology. Also listed as PSY371.
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SOC410 Sociology Seminar
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3 |
| Series of rotating seminars, each dealing with a different sociological issue such as human sexuality, church and society, society and sport, aging, death and dying. May be repeated. Prerequisites: SOC150 and consent of the department.
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SOC475 Independent Study in Sociology
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1 - 3 |
| Individually arranged with instructor. Prerequisites: Sociology major and consent of the department.
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SOC479 Sociological Theory
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3 |
| An intensive study of major schools of sociological theory, such as symbolic interaction, structure-functionalism, and conflict theory, together with a consideration of the close relationship between sociological theory and research. Prerequisite: SOC150.
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SOC482 Social Research
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3 |
| Principles and methods of research design are emphasized in this course. Using survey, experimental, and observational approaches, students develop an appreciation for the research process. Quantitative and qualitative approaches are explored. Students are involved in research projects which provide opportunities for application of course material. Prerequisites: SOC150 and an approved statistics course or consent of the department.
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