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the impact <strong>of</strong> social forces on social action and cognition. Topics<br />
include theoretical paradigms in social psychology, language use<br />
and interaction, small groups, self and identities, collective behavior,<br />
attitudes and behavior. Critical analysis <strong>of</strong> existing theory and<br />
research methodology will be considered for each topic.<br />
SOC 6783 Advanced Sociological Theory<br />
3 cr.<br />
Prerequisite: SOC 4086. A critical and analytical study <strong>of</strong> the major<br />
theoretical perspectives in contemporary sociology emphasizing<br />
the specific concepts and issues as well as ways these theories have<br />
shaped and guided social research.<br />
SOC 6784 Meth <strong>of</strong> Sociological Investign<br />
3 cr.<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> the principle methods <strong>of</strong> social science research with<br />
the purpose <strong>of</strong> developing students’ ability to conduct research and<br />
be critical users <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional research.<br />
SOC 6785 Sem Research Applications<br />
3 cr.<br />
Prerequisites: SOC 4788 6783 and 6784 or consent <strong>of</strong> department.<br />
The course provides graduate students advanced instruction in<br />
research design and analysis. It examines the types <strong>of</strong> validity<br />
claimed by sociological knowledge, covers research design and<br />
analytical methods, and culminates in a specific thesis proposal<br />
from each student.<br />
SOC 6788 Qualitatv Methods in Sociology<br />
3 cr.<br />
This course examines qualitative research methods in sociology,<br />
focusing on participant and nonparticipant observation, in-depth<br />
interviewing, and the use <strong>of</strong> documents as data. Attention is paid<br />
to the sociological analysis <strong>of</strong> qualitative data and how qualitative<br />
research is written for publication.<br />
SOC 6813 Sem Urban Ecology & Demography<br />
3 cr.<br />
An investigation <strong>of</strong> population trends in urban areas, and an<br />
attempt to account for these trends within the framework provided<br />
by contemporary human ecological explanations.<br />
SOC 6814 Sem Sociology <strong>of</strong> Development<br />
3 cr.<br />
This course <strong>of</strong>fers advanced instruction in the sociology <strong>of</strong> development<br />
using a comparative cross-national perspective. It examines<br />
various theoretical and methodological approaches to the study <strong>of</strong><br />
societal development, as well as the implications <strong>of</strong> diverse development<br />
strategies for developed and underdeveloped countries. The<br />
social, institutional, and historical factors and processes affecting<br />
national development will be addressed.<br />
SOC 6871 Environmental Analysis<br />
3 cr.<br />
Prerequisite: URBN 6850 or consent <strong>of</strong> coordinators. An investigation<br />
<strong>of</strong> environmental problems from a sociological perspective,<br />
with an emphasis on environmental analysis, management, and<br />
policy.<br />
SOC 7000 Thesis Research<br />
1-9 cr.<br />
Offered each semester. To be repeated for credit until thesis<br />
is accepted. Section number will correspond with credit to be<br />
earned.<br />
SOC 7040 Examination or Thesis Only<br />
0 cr.<br />
Open to students in a thesis program who have only (other than<br />
application for degree) the final typing and acceptance by the<br />
Graduate School <strong>of</strong> their thesis or dissertation or to students in<br />
a non-thesis program who have only (other than application for<br />
degree) to pass the final examination to complete graduation<br />
requirements.<br />
Social Sciences<br />
SOSC 1901 PL: Intro to Paralegal Studies<br />
3 cr.<br />
A course for those considering the paralegal pr<strong>of</strong>ession. Topics<br />
include legal principles <strong>of</strong> substantive and procedural law, organization<br />
and functions <strong>of</strong> the court system, and the parameters <strong>of</strong><br />
the paralegal’s responsibilities in the practice <strong>of</strong> law.<br />
SOSC 2003 PL: Legal Interview/Investigat<br />
3 cr.<br />
Instruction in conducting factual investigations in civil and criminal<br />
cases through client and witness interviews, public records,<br />
and other research options. Psychological and other interviewing<br />
techniques. Investigation into negligence and criminal conduct.<br />
SOSC 2005 PL: Legal Research<br />
3 cr.<br />
Prerequisite: SOSC 1901. The basic methods and sources <strong>of</strong> legal<br />
research. Legislative, judicial, and administrative agencies’ reporting<br />
systems and the distinctions between these systems. Primary<br />
and secondary research sources and the distinction between primary<br />
mandatory and primary persuasive authority are covered.<br />
Proper citation form, case briefing, session laws, codal compilations,<br />
digests, and other sources. Assignments using computer legal<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tware such as Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw as well as basic Internet<br />
research.<br />
SOSC 2010 PL: Family Law<br />
3 cr.<br />
Louisiana law on marriage, marital regimes, marital property, community<br />
property, parent/child relationships, illegitimacy, paternity,<br />
adoption, dissolution <strong>of</strong> marriage by annulment, separation<br />
and divorce, and family law application by the Louisiana court<br />
system.<br />
SOSC 2011 PL: Litigation<br />
3 cr.<br />
Prerequisite: SOSC 1901. Preparation for the paralegal student to<br />
assist in the litigation sequence. The fundamentals <strong>of</strong> state and federal<br />
civil litigation from the initial stage <strong>of</strong> data collection through<br />
the trial, terminology and practical procedures, and emphasizes<br />
the federal, state, and local procedural rules utilized in litigation.<br />
Development <strong>of</strong> pleading and discovery instruments. Experience in<br />
computer-assisted legal research tools is provided.<br />
SOSC 2013 PL: Legal Ethics<br />
3 cr.<br />
A thorough consideration <strong>of</strong> the American Bar Association’s “Code<br />
<strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Responsibility” and “Code <strong>of</strong> Judicial Conduct,” the<br />
National Association <strong>of</strong> Legal Assistants’ “Code <strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
Responsibility,” and the National Federation <strong>of</strong> Paralegal Associations’<br />
“Code <strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Responsibility,” as well as study <strong>of</strong> Louisiana’s<br />
statutes on the unauthorized practice <strong>of</strong> law. A paralegal’s<br />
conduct and responsibilities with attorneys, clients and other persons,<br />
emphasizing the paralegal’s limitations in addition to overall<br />
legal ethical considerations. The consequences <strong>of</strong> the unauthorized<br />
practice <strong>of</strong> law.<br />
SOSC 2020 PL: Real Estate Procedures<br />
3 cr.<br />
Residential and commercial real estate transactions. Case law and<br />
statutory law covering ownership <strong>of</strong> movable and immovable property,<br />
agency, purchase agreements, redhibition and title warranty,<br />
servitudes, successions, liens, mortgages, etc. are all covered from<br />
the aspect <strong>of</strong> paralegal duties and responsibilities.<br />
SOSC 2022 PL: Abstracting Techniques<br />
3 cr.<br />
Prerequisite: SOSC 2005. A review <strong>of</strong> Louisiana substantive law relating<br />
to residential real estate and mineral law, its applications in<br />
the preparation <strong>of</strong> abstracts, compilation <strong>of</strong> information necessary<br />
for closing a sale <strong>of</strong> real estate, and preparation <strong>of</strong> preliminary<br />
abstracts <strong>of</strong> title. Students are required to conduct a title search and<br />
prepare the necessary documents for closing a sale <strong>of</strong> real estate.<br />
SOSC 2030 PL: Taxation Procedures<br />
3 cr.<br />
An introduction to federal and state taxation, including income,<br />
estate, gift sales, and use taxes. Emphasis is placed on recent legislative<br />
developments and the preparation <strong>of</strong> returns and schedules,<br />
including the audit process, contesting procedures, and administrative<br />
procedures <strong>of</strong> the IRS.<br />
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