2009-2010 Catalog II - Newberry College

SWK 200. Human Behavior in the Social Environment. (3)
Prerequisite: SWK 101
The study of human development and change over the life span using a multidimensional theoretical framework:
biophysical, psychological, and sociological. The students will learn how to use this framework to assess social
functioning.
Offered spring semester, odd-numbered years.
SWK 495. Social Work Internship. (3)
Prerequisites: SWK 101 and SWK 200.
Supervised field experience in a social work agency or under the supervision of social workers.
Intended for seniors in the Social Work Minor.
Subject to regulations and restrictions on page 64.
Sociology (SOC)
Department of Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Dr. Joseph Franklin, Department Chair
Sociology Faculty:
Professor: Vinetta Goodwin Witt, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Carol Black, Ph.D.
Sociology is the scientific study of human society, social forces, and social interaction. The curriculum and
major requirements are designed so that students will:
1) acquire an understanding of the field of sociology, including the sociological perspective,
sociological concepts and theories, sociological research methods;
(2) become informed citizens, with a critical understanding of social institutions, social and economic
power and inequality, major social issues, the world around them;
(3) develop critical and analytical skills and skills for effective communication;
(4) acquire the basic preparation for careers in research, teaching, community service, social services,
criminal justice, management, government, the law, and the ministry.
The Sociology major prepares students for graduate work in sociology, social work, criminal justice or for
graduate degrees in law or theology.
Sociology Major (B.A. degree) Requirements (36-42 hours)
Majors in Sociology are required to complete 33 hours in sociology plus Social Sciences 230 for a total of 36
hours as follows:
• 12 hours: Sociology 101, 208, 301, 302;
• 6 hours: Two other Sociology courses at the 300-400 level;
• 15 hours: Five other courses in Sociology;
• 3 hours: Social Sciences 230.
• 6 hours or the equivalent proficiency of a foreign language
The sociology major also requires at least two semesters (6 hours) of a foreign language. This
requirement can be met by demonstrating competency through placement tests or AP credit.
Sociology Minor Requirements (18 hours)
The Sociology minor requires 18 hours in Sociology: SOC 101, 208, and four Sociology electives.
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