NSU Catalog 2021-2022 
    
    May 24, 2024  
NSU Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are arranged in alphabetical order by subject code (prefix).

Courses numbered less than 100 are considered developmental and do not count as credit toward graduation. These courses serve as preparation for college level courses and are required prerequisites for math and English courses. They must be completed in the first 30 attempted credit hours. Placement in these courses is based on ACT, SAT, or standardized test scores. They are self-support courses and charged at that tuition rate.

Freshmen and sophomores may take courses numbered 100 and 200 providing that the necessary prerequisites have been completed. Courses numbered 300 and 400 are normally junior and senior level but might be taken by sophomores if the necessary prerequisites have been met. Courses numbered 500 and 600 are entry- level graduate courses offered in conjunction with the undergraduate-level course. Undergraduate students who wish to enroll for the course at the 500 or 600 level must secure permission from the Graduate School. Courses numbered 700 are open to graduate students only.

Pre-requisites: Some classes have pre-requisites which must be met before enrolling in the class. This can consist of passing grades in specific courses, minimum scores on placement exams, a specified class level or admission to a particular program. It has been determined by the disciplines that these pre-requisites are necessary to prepare the student for enrollment. Specific course pre-requisite overrides require approval of department chair or dean. Pre-requisites are listed in the course description for each class.

Credits are semester hours. Asterisk (*) indicates that the course is not offered every year.

 

Psychology

  
  • PSYC 300 - Introduction to Scientific Psychology


    A study of the fundamentals of neuroscience, experimentation and critical research report writing. Students will write several papers with a scientific approach and format. Primary topical emphasis will be in the areas of experimental, physiological, sensory, perceptual, cognitive physiological, sensory, perceptual, cognitive processing. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 303 - Cognition and Learning


    A study of learning as effected by classical and operant conditioning and the cognitive processes of thinking, memory and information processing. (2018-19 academic year course taught as PSYC 302.) Prerequisite: PSYC 101   3 credits



  
  • PSYC 304 - History of Psychological Ethics


    This course is an overview of the components to providing ethical psychological treatment. Historical cases, such as the Stanford Prison Experiment, the Tuskegee Study, and the Milgram Study, will be examined to determine how psychological ethics have changed over the years. In addition, students will get an introduction to current psychological ethical standards. Students will also complete the CITI Human Subjects ethical training during the course. Prerequisite: PSYC 101   3 credits



  
  • PSYC 311 - Creativity in Cognition


    This course provides an overview of how creativity can be developed in psychological and cognitive endeavors. It will define creativity, describe the biological underpinnings of creativity, and teach how to develop a creative mindset for solving both personal and professional problems. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 313 - Biological Psychology


    This course is designed to introduce the student to the biological bases of behavior. Both basic animal research and application to the human organism are stressed. Laboratory practice and selected journal readings familiarize the student with research methodology and reporting. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  or PSYC 300  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 323 - Social Psychology of Media


    This course provides an overview of how media can influence psychology and how psychology can influence media. It also looks at long-term implications of media impact on society and the psychological responses in society as a whole, which impact cultural norms, political views, and in turn, policies and laws. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 325 - Child and Adolescent Development


    A study of the physical language, cognitive and social/emotional growth and development of the child from birth to 21 in the contexts of family, school, peer and community. Also addressed are multicultural aspects of development, child needs, developmental problems and parenting practices/interactions as they affect practices/interactions as they affect child in various settings/ situations. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 328 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging


    A study of the characteristics, needs, problems, and concerns of adults with emphasis on the middle and later years of life. The course includes, but is not limited to, an awareness of the changes in the psychological, physical, vocational and avocational lives of these age groups. Positive avocational lives of these age groups. Positive be presented and discussed. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 371 - Statistics in Psychological Research


    This course provides the student with an introduction to statistical methods used in psychology. The topics include graphing and frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, measures of spread, regression, correlation, interval estimation and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 373 - Research Methods in Experimental Psychology


    A detailed survey of methods for conducting psychological research, this course covers experimental design, reliability, validity, and the nature of controls. Prerequisite: (PSYC 101  or PSYC 102) + (PSYC 300  or PSYC 371 ) 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 391 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • PSYC 422 - Psychology of Adolescence


    The student will learn to understand the major influences on adolescent development and behavior including biological, cultural, educational, peer, and family influences. Emphasis will also be placed on methodology necessary to aid adolescents in their development process. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  2 credits



  
  • PSYC 430 - Organizational Psychology


    This course is a survey of the application of psychological principles to the understanding of organizational effects on individual and group behavior. It includes: organizational climate and culture, work-related attitudes, employee motivation, leadership, group dynamics and team work, organizational change and development, and minorities and women in organizations. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 441 - Social Psychology


    This course covers basic principles of social psychology including concepts and methods utilized in analyzing individual and group interactions. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 451 - Psychology of Abnormal Behavior


    This course is a comprehensive survey of abnormal personality and behavior. It includes an examination of the origins, symptoms and treatment of psychological disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 461 - Theories of Personality


    Students will learn about the role of philosophy and science and their contributions to the development of personality theory. Students will examine, in depth, the theoretical contributions made in the areas of psychoanalytic, behavioristic, and humanistic personality theories. The students will be able to articulate theories. The students will be able to articulate human personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 477 - Psychology Testing and Measurement


    Test theory is covered in this course along with principles of construction and analysis of psychological tests. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 488 - Introduction to Forensic Counseling


    This course will examine the emergence of the forensic counseling specialization. This course encompasses discussions related to both victims and offenders, families, and the underpinnings of psychological deviance within the criminal justice system. Students will also learn about basic forensic interviewing and testifying in court. Students will explore both adult and juvenile populations. Students will be informed about national certifications and associations they can join. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 489 - Senior Capstone


    This capstone course is required for all psychology majors. It is intended to provide an opportunity for the synthesis of the ideas and concepts in psychology. Includes an examination of ethical systems and their applications in psychology, discussions of controversial issues in both experimental and applied areas, and consideration of the future of the field. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 490 - Seminar


    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollments in generally limited to fewer than 20 students. 1-3 credits



  
  • PSYC 491 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • PSYC 492 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-4 credits



  
  • PSYC 494 - Internship


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-12 credits



  
  • PSYC 541 - Social Psychology


    An analysis of social institutions which trace the background of psychological laws underlying group behavior. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 577 - Psychology Testing and Measurement


    Test theory is covered in this course along with principles of construction and analysis of psychological tests. Prerequisite: PSYC 101  3 credits



  
  • PSYC 588 - Introduction to Forensic Counseling


    This course will examine the emergence of the forensic counseling specialization. This course encompasses discussions related to both victims and offenders, families, and the underpinnings of psychological deviance within the criminal justice system. Students will also learn about basic forensic interviewing and testifying in court. Students will explore both adult and juvenile populations. Students will be informed about national certifications and associations they can join. 3 credits



  
  • PSYC 590 - Seminar


    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollments in generally limited to fewer than 20 students. 1-3 credits



  
  • PSYC 591 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • PSYC 592 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-4 credits



  
  • PSYC 791 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • PSYC 792 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-4 credits




Reading

  
  • READ 041 - Reading for College Success


    This course provides students with reading strategies necessary for making the transition to collegiate level reading. The course will present students with multiple strategies to promote comprehension skills, develop vocabulary and enhance metacognition to become strategic readers. This course is recommended for students readers. This course is recommended for students with an ACT score in Reading of 15 or below (or a comparable placement score).  Grade assigned S/U. 1 - 3 credits



  
  • READ 092 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specific field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1 - 3 credits




Religion

  
  • REL 292 - Topics


    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 3 credits



  
  • REL 492 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-5 credits



  
  • REL 494 - Internship


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-12 credits




Russian

  
  • RUSS 101 - Introductory Russian I


    Fundamentals of language, enabling the student to understand, speak, read and write simple Russian. Emphasis on practical usage. 4 credits



  
  • RUSS 102 - Introductory Russian II


    Fundamentals of language, enabling the student to understand, speak, read and write simple Russian. Emphasis on practical usage. Prerequisite: RUSS 101  4 credits



  
  • RUSS 191 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • RUSS 192 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artist or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement 1-4 credits



  
  • RUSS 201 - Intermediate Russian I


    Continuation of first year Russian. More intensive drill of both grammar and conversation. Emphasis on conversation, grammar review, and the short story. Prerequisite: RUSS 102  3 credits



  
  • RUSS 202 - Intermediate Russian II


    Continuation of first year Russian. More intensive drill of both grammar and conversation. Emphasis on conversation, grammar review, and the short story. Prerequisite: RUSS 201  3 credits



  
  • RUSS 291 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • RUSS 292 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-4 credits




Secondary Education

  
  • SEED 296 - Field Experience


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course. 0-1 credit



  
  • SEED 391 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-6 credits



  
  • SEED 392 - Topics


    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually ten or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-5 credits



  
  • SEED 395 - Practicum


    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-3 credits



  
  • SEED 396 - Field Experience


    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course. 1-3 credits



  
  • SEED 400 - 7-12 Curriculum and Instruction


    Planning units and semester plans for use in student teaching. Includes goal-setting and evaluation/measurement methods. Admission to Teacher Education required 3 credits



  
  • SEED 413 - 7-12 Science Methods


    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of 7-12 sciences; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to 7-12 science, the ability to assess student learning in 7-12 science; and to apply theses knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits



  
  • SEED 415 - 7-12 Social Science Methods


    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of 7-12 social science; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to 7-12 social science; the ability to assess student learning in 7-12 social science; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits



  
  • SEED 418 - 7-12 Math Methods


    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of 7-12 math; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to 7-12 math; the ability to assess student learning in 7-12 math; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits



  
  • SEED 424 - 7-12 Language Arts Methods


    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of 7-12 language arts, integrating reading, writing, speaking, and listening; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum technologies, and state and national curriculum ability to assess student learning in 7-12 language arts; and to apply theses knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits



  
  • SEED 450 - Reading and Content Literacy


    This course explores methods for teaching middle and high school students to read, write, think, and learn in ways that allow them to master the subject matter and meaningfully apply their understanding. Participants learn to plan lessons that teach content and nurture greater literacy. Pre-, during-, and post-reading strategies and writing strategies are explored, along with assessment methods that give students a continual view of their literacy progress and achievement. Classroom adaptations for culturally and linguistically diverse populations in the content areas are also addressed. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits



  
  • SEED 488 - 7-12 Student Teaching


    Students preparing for teaching in the secondary school will observe, participate, and teach under the supervision of the regular classroom teacher in an approved middle or secondary school. Grade assigned S/U. An additional fee applies to this course. Admission to Teacher Education required 2-16 credits



  
  • SEED 491 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-9 credits



  
  • SEED 492 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-5 credits



  
  • SEED 495 - Practicum


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1 credit



  
  • SEED 496 - Field Experience


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course. 1-12 credits



  
  • SEED 500 - 7-12 Curriculum/Instruction


    Planning units and semester plans for use in student teaching. Includes goal-setting and evaluation/measurement methods. 3 credits



  
  • SEED 550 - Reading and Content Literacy


    This course explores methods for teaching middle and high school students to read, write, think, and learn in ways that allow them to master the subject matter and meaningfully apply their understanding. Participants learn to plan lessons that teach content and nurture greater literacy. Pre-, during-, and post-reading strategies and writing strategies are explored, along with assessment methods that give students a continual view of their literacy progress and achievement. Classroom adaptations for culturally and linguistically diverse populations in the content areas are also addressed. 2 credits



  
  • SEED 591 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • SEED 592 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-5 credits



  
  • SEED 593 - Workshop


    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity. 1-3 credits



  
  • SEED 760 - Math and Engineering Applications in the STEM Classroom


    This course introduces the fundamentals of engineering and applied math, with a particular emphasis on integration with other academic disciplines. Students will explore these topics in two components: (1) applied math will be examined in the context of game strategies and cryptography (secret code), and (2) engineering design process in a class engineering project. 2 credits



  
  • SEED 765 - Science Applications in the STEM Classroom


    With a particular emphasis on integration with other academic disciplines, this course introduces the fundamentals of science (chemistry, physics, biology, and biotechnology). Students will explore these topics through hands-on real-world activities designed to form hypotheses, collect data through systematic investigations, analyze/interpret data, and communicate their findings. The course will explore (a) the nature of scientific thinking, (b) the importance of science and technology in society, (c) strategies needed for rigorous inquiry and problem solving, (d) strategies for representing data visually, (e) the importance of clearly communicating scientific discoveries, and (f) pedagogies for enhancing scientific thinking in elementary students. 2 credits



  
  • SEED 790 - Seminar


    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. 1-3 credits



  
  • SEED 791 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-6 credits



  
  • SEED 792 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-3 credits



  
  • SEED 794 - Internship


    Applied, monitored, and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-8 credits



  
  • SEED 795 - Practicum


    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-6 credits




Sociology

  
  • SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology


    Comprehensive study of society, with analysis of group life, and other forces shaping human behavior. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 150 - Social Problems


    A study of present day problems in contemporary societies, such as racism, sexism, ageism, alcoholism, drug addiction, physical and mental health, war and environmental issues - their significance and current policies and action. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 191 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • SOC 205 - Introduction to Aging


    An overview of the aging process and the impact the growing number of older people will have in society in the years ahead. The intergenerational roles of older people and new forms of senior social behavior will be studied. Needs and services for older adults will be examined through use of videos and field visits. through use of videos and field visits. presented. Students may also have the opportunity to do a field experience in which they will job shadow a professional working in aging service careers. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 209 - Statistical Reasoning for Social Science


    An applied introduction to univariate and multivariate statistical analysis in the social sciences. Emphasis will be upon rationales, interpretations and applications of quantitative logical and methods. Topics include distributions, central tendencies, variance, probability, sampling, hypothesis testing, association and correlation, ANOVA, regression, categorical data analysis and selected advanced topics. This course is a prerequisite to SOC 310. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150   3 credits



  
  • SOC 250 - Courtship and Marriage


    Courtship and marriage period given special emphasis, as are problems of mate selection, marital adjustments, reproduction, child-parent relations, divorce, and later years of marriage. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 260 - Popular Culture and Society


    Human social life is portrayed in and produced through popular culture media such as film, television, books, or video games. The course examines key concepts of the studies of popular culture by examining how culture is portrayed in media shaped by status categories such as gender, race/ethnicity, class, and sexuality. Students are introduced to content and analysis and use it to produce research about contemporary media trends. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 261 - Human Sexuality


    The study of human sexuality as it relates to anthropology and sociology. Topics include: primate sexuality, evolution of sexuality, human reproductive physiology, sexual behavior in non-Western cultures, and sociological perspectives on sexuality in contemporary American society. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 265 - Global Indigenous Media


    This course will focus on the representations of Native American and Indigenous peoples within media across the globe. Students will learn how non-indigenous media constructs the cultural images of what indigenous individuals and life as well as introduce students to media such as films, television, games, music, or social media created by indigenous groups. Students will critically analyze the differences between representations, cultures, and how those images are linked to the social locations of indigenous people in contemporary society. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 270 - Introduction to Social Work


    A study of social services to children, family, aged, public welfare clients, mentally ill, and the criminal justice system, also includes history of social work methods. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 281 - Socio-Cultural Theory


    An introduction to the nature of theories of human social and cultural behavior and their construction. Major approaches from anthropology and sociology will be examined in order to better comprehend elements essentials to generating knowledge of social behavior. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 288 - Gerontology Issues on Aged Care and Community Services


    A range (physical, mental, and social) of topics on the aging experience will be reviewed with an emphasis on information about the general care of the elderly. The social aspects of aged care and the community support services needed to provide such care will be presented. May be repeated for different topics. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 289 - Applied Gerontology Portfolio


    Students will be guided in creating an E-Portfolio. This portfolio will become the capstone of their respective academic careers. Included in the portfolio will be a summary of the educational experiences, internships, and skills that they acquired while working with older adults. This E-Portfolio will be used as a adults. This E-Portfolio will be used as a field. 1 credit



  
  • SOC 291 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • SOC 292 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-4 credits



  
  • SOC 305 - Aging and the Humanities


    Human aging will be viewed through the lens of writers and artists more than through the statistics of science. The meaning in life will be a central thread throughout as films, novels, plays and music are used along with some socio-philosophical writings to probe the rich subject matter. Application of the wisdom of subject matter. Application of the wisdom of explore aging as the universal human event. Prerequisite: SOC 100 SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 315 - Social Work Practice I


    Basic concepts and skills common to all social work practice. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 320 - Social Work Practice II


    Resource development and social worker in the community. The lab involves actual contact with community persons and a community project. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 330 - Self and Society


    A social psychological exploration of the factors linking self and society, with an examination of the social construction of reality. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 335 - Native Identity and Resiliency


    This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of the development of cultural resilience in Native cultures and identities. From settler colonialism to contemporary Native communities, this course explores the lived experiences of Native peoples. Students will learn theories of identity and the social processes that influence the formation and negotiation of identity. Students will also investigate how Native communities use resistance and resilience. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 350 - Race and Ethnic Relations


    A survey of contemporary ethnic and racial groups and selected minorities in South Dakota, the United States and other countries; special attention will be given to sociological concepts and theories relevant to intergroup dynamics, social structures, and communication. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 351 - Criminology


    Focuses on theories of crime, juvenile delinquency and justice, laws, systems of criminal behavior, victimization, and corrections. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 354 - Victimology


    An up-to-date examination of the victim-offender relationship, including: characteristics of those victimized; forms of victimization; the role of the victim in contributing to their own injuries and losses; and, state and federal programs designed to ameliorate physical, emotional and economic suffering. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 382 - The Family


    Focus is on the development and maintenance of the family as a social institution with emphasis on comparative family systems and the contemporary American family from the standpoint of social class, ethnic background and family crises. Prerequisite: SOC 100  or SOC 150  3 credits



  
  • SOC 383 - Sport and Society


    This course will serve as an investigation into the institution of organized sport from a sociological perspective. The course follows a common approach to the sociology of sports by not only viewing sport as a microcosm of society, but also as a vehicle where society is created, reproduced, and changed, as sports are social constructions and thus arenas for the study of sociological processes. Thus, the focus of the course will be upon “the structure, processes, and problems of sport as an institutionalized social system.” Common sociological concepts such as stratification, norms, mobility, violence, and social structure that are evidenced in athletics will be examined. 3 credits



  
  • SOC 391 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • SOC 392 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-3 credits



  
  • SOC 396 - Field Experience


    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course. 1-12 Credits



 

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