UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG - Mercy College

272 / Course Descriptions
SOCL 246 (CRJU 246) The Death Penalty in America:
This course will discuss the various issues surrounding the death penalty as a punishment
in the United States. Areas covered will include the history of the death penalty and legal
and Constitutional questions. Social, psychological, and philosophical issues will also be
explored. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 249 (BSCH 249) Race, Culture, and Ethnicity:
This course examines the historical development of ethnic and race-based cultural complexes,
the emergence and persistence of stereotypes, the character of ethnic, racial and religious beliefs,
and current problems in groups in American society. There is an emphasis on understanding
individual attitudes and behaviors in relation to the structure of social institutions. 3 sem,
hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 255 (LAWS 255, POLS 255, PSYN 255 ) Managing Human Conflict I:
This course introduces the student to the field of conflict analysis and resolution through the
examination of theory and role play. Major theories of conflict studies are considered and
the student will explore whether these theories are useful in the resolution of conflict. The
student will be introduced to the resolution of conflict. The student will be introduced to the
various forms of conflict resolution such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration. Prerequisite:
SOCL 101 or PSYN 101. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 256 (LAWS 256, POLS 256, PSYN 256) Managing Human Conflict II:
This course continues the study of the theories utilized in conflict resolution. The language
of conflict management will be explored and the active listening skills of the student will be
developed. The theory and application of negotiation will be studied and applied through
role play. Prerequisite: LAWS/PSYN/SOCL/POLS 255. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 261 (BHSC 261, SOWK 261) Computer-Assisted Data Analysis:
This course is designed to teach students how to use statistical computer packages to perform
complex statistical data analyses. Students conduct a study and use statistical packages to
perform and understand complex statistical analyses, e.g., correlation, cross-tabulation, analysis
of variance, multiple regression, and path analysis. Mathematical theory is neither a prerequisite
nor a component of this course. Prerequisite: SOCL 248. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 262 (BHSC 262, CRJU 262, PSYN 262) Alcohol, Drugs and Behavior:
Principles of pharmacology, neural transmission, behavior and psychological assessment will
be discussed. Specific psychopharmacologic issues will be presented with sedative-hypnotic,
benzodiazepine, opiate, stimulant and antipsychotic drugs as primary examples. Other topics
include behavioral toxicology, inhalant drugs, drugs and schoolchildren, nutritional and legal
aspects to drug use, cigarette smoking and the effects of drugs on the developing organism
(e.g., fetal alcohol syndrome). 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 267 (BHSC 267) Strategies for Child Care Providers:
An introduction to the challenges and opportunities involved in the delivery of child care
services in the community and in institutional settings. Emphasis is placed on stimulating
awareness, interest and inquiry into the historical trends, issues, controversies and realities
of providing meaningful programs for substance clients. Attention will be given to the
following issues: Cultural diversity, bioethics, interdisciplinary teams in child care settings,
case management, family relationships, functional assessment, client abuse, and environmental
impact on functional capacity in work with this population. (Previously numbered: SOCL/
BHSC/PSYN 323). 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
SOCL 269 (BHSC 269, SOWK 269) Strategies for Alcohol/Substance Abuse Providers:
An introduction to the challenges and opportunities involved in the delivery of substance abuse
services in the community and in institutional settings. Emphasis is placed on stimulating
awareness, interest and inquiry into the historical trends, issues, controversies and realities of