UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG - Mercy College

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RELG 397 Independent Study in Religion:
Reading and research individually arranged with an instructor. 3 crs.
Science
SINC 110 The Principals of Science I:
The Principals of Science I course is designed specifically for prospective elementary school
teachers emphasizing content from the major science disciplines of earth science, biology,
chemistry and physics. This course is intended for non-science majors to enhance their general
knowledge, skills, and confidence associated with teaching science in the elementary school.
Two semesters will be required in order to adequately cover the basic information, concepts and
materials associated with each of the sciences mentioned. Some problem solving is necessary
and participants should be familiar with the simple or basic math taught in the elementary
grades. The laboratory component will consist primarily of “hands-on” investigations and
activities appropriate for inclusion (with modification) into any grade at the elementary level.
3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SINC 111 The Principals of Science II:
The Principals of Science II course is designed specifically for prospective elementary school
teachers emphasizing content from the four major science disciplines of earth science, biology,
chemistry and physics. This course is intended for non-science majors to enhance their general
knowledge, skills, and confidence associated with teaching science in the elementary school.
Two semesters will be required in order to adequately cover the basic information, concepts,
and material associated with each of the sciences mentioned. Some problem solving is necessary
and participants should be familiar with the simple or basic math taught in the elementary
grades. The laboratory component will consist primarily of “hands-on” investigations and
activities appropriate for inclusion (with modification) into any grade at the elementary level.
3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Social Work
SOWK 295 (BHSC 295, PSYN 295, SOCL 295) Contemporary Issues:
An analysis of current questions in behavioral science, psychology, sociology, and social work.
Specific topics are announced each semester by the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOWK 311 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I:
The first course of a two-semester sequence in which theory, knowledge and research findings
are presented regarding the factors affecting human development and functioning. The course
sequence focuses on the biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors that influence normal
development and differences in development. The impact of social systems are presented as
they interact and shape individual behaviors. This course introduces the study of the life cycle.
Prerequisites: PSYN 101 and SOCL 101. Non-majors must obtain permission of the director of
the Social Work Program. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOWK 312 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II:
The second course of a two-semester sequence continues its focus on the biological, psychological,
social, and cultural factors that affect human development and functioning and the impact of
social systems in shaping individual and collective behaviors. This course also focuses on the
study of the full life cycle and life issues, including differences in bio-psychosocial functioning,
disorders, and conditions. Prerequisite: SOWK 311. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.