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with, and pattern our relationships with
children in general and with “deviant” or
“delinquent” children in particular. Prerequisite:
SW200SO. (U/G)(3). Occasionally.
SO355, International Crime: This course is
intended to introduce students to the basic
concepts and problems of international crime
and international law. It will also address the
definition, detection, prosecution, sentencing
and impact of international crime, including
terrorism. Special consideration is given to the
role of international law, including international
organizations and enforcement practices.
The course will cover the major topics in the
international legal system, such as the sources
and subjects of international law, the jurisdiction
of states (relationship between international
law and the internal law of states), and
the use of force. Prerequisite: SW200SO or any
social sciences course. (U)(3). Occasionally.
SO360, Selected Topics in Criminology:
Designed to give the advanced undergraduate
student academic flexibility. An in-depth
analysis of the theory, methodology and subject
matter in an area not provided for in the current
offerings of the department. Prerequisite:
SW200SO. (U)(3). Occasionally.
SO370, Selected Topics in Social Work: An
in-depth analysis of the theory, methodology
and subject matter in an area not provided in
the current offerings of the department. Prerequisite:
SW200SO. (U)(3). Occasionally.
SO380, Selected Topics in Sociology: An
in-depth analysis of the theory, methodology
and subject matter in an area not provided in
the current offerings of the department. Prerequisite:
SW200SO. (U/G)(3). Occasionally.
SO381, Social Work and Social Policy: The
history and types of public and private social
work in the United States from early colonial
times to the present. Prerequisite: SW200SO or
permission. (U/G)(3). Fall only.
SO383, Social Work Methods: An introduction
to social work fields of practice and the methods
used by social work professionals. Prerequisite:
SO381 or permission. (U/G)(3). Spring
odd-numbered years.
SO385, Practice Skills in Social Work: This
foundation practice course focuses on basic
social work theories and skills that are necessary
when working with a wide variety of client
systems; individuals, families, small groups,
communities and organizations. Students will
have opportunities to learn about themselves
and will examine their personal values and any
conflict between personal and professional
values so they are able to practice with diverse
populations in a confident and professional
manner. Prerequisite: SO381 or permission.
(U/G)(3). Spring even-numbered years.
SO391W, Social Theory Seminar: An historical
and analytical survey of major contributions
to social theory with major emphasis upon late
19th-century, 20th-century and contemporary
developments. Prerequisites: SW200SO, two
sociology courses and junior standing. (U/G)
(3). Spring only.
SO393, Research Methods Seminar: The
principal methods of social research —
formation of research problem concepts and
hypotheses; measurement and data collection
and analysis; and reporting of research. Prerequisites:
SW200SO, SO293 or equivalent, and
junior standing. (U/G)(3). Fall and spring.
SO461, 462, 463, Directed Research: An
independent research experience in which
students assist a faculty member on a research
project. Activities may include library research,
data collection, data entry and data analysis.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor,
two courses in sociology and junior standing.
(U)(1,2,3). Fall and spring.
SO481, 482, 483, Independent Study: An
opportunity for qualified students to pursue
a topic of individual interest. Open to seniors
and juniors with permission of department
chair. (U/G)(1, 2, 3). Fall and spring.
SO484, 485, Internship: A program offering
the superior student the opportunity to participate
in a closely supervised work experience in
a setting pertinent to the major area of study.
Majors are strongly encouraged to engage
in the internship experience. Prerequisites:
SW200SO, 10 hours in sociology and
permission of the department chair. (U/G)
(3,6). Fall and spring.
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