2023-2024 BSC Catalog Updated_UG ONLY_FINAL[82]

248 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
SBS - Social and Behavioral Sciences
SBS 204 QA Survey Data Analysis and Statistics (1)
An examination of theory and practice in formulating hypotheses and evaluating them by
analyzing secondary sources of data with statistical analysis software. Emphasis is placed
on data management, data analysis, the use of appropriate statistics, and the interpretation
of statistical output. Laboratory required. A Quantitative Analysis designated course.
Spring.
SBS 304 SM Research Methodology (1)
The scientific method applied to economic, social, and political phenomena: formulating
hypotheses; techniques for collecting data, measuring variables, and interpreting research
findings. The course includes a laboratory in which statistical procedures are applied,
interpreted, and documented through completion of a significant research project.
Laboratory required. A Scientific Methodologies designated course. Fall.
SN - Spanish
SN 101 Elementary Spanish I (1)
An introduction to the sounds and structure of the language as well as to the culture of
Hispanic peoples. Skills emphasized are reading, writing, speaking, and oral
comprehension. Designed for students who have no prior knowledge of Spanish.
Instructor consent required. Fall.
SN 102 Elementary Spanish II (1)
A continuation of SN 101. Prerequisite: SN 101. Spring.
SN 177, 277, 377, 477 Special Topics in Spanish (1)
An exploration of a selected topic or problem in Spanish culture or literature.
Prerequisites: SN 300 or above for SN 377; SN 400, SN 401, or SN 402 for SN 477.
SN 201 Fundamentals of Spanish Grammar (1)
A review of the fundamentals of grammar designed primarily for students who have had
only one or two years of language on the high school level. Instructor consent required.
SN 220 Intermediate Spanish (1)
Building on beginning Spanish, this course thoroughly reviews basic grammar concepts,
builds vocabulary, and further develops all four language skills. Prerequisite: SN 102 or
SN 201.
SN 270 Tertulia española (1)
Instruction and practice in oral comprehension and speaking. Conversation is based on
realia (newspapers, magazines, videos). The course emphasizes oral proficiency and
awareness of modern culture. Prerequisite: SN 220 or SN 221.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024