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Course Descriptions

Students should consult with the program chair if they are not sure of their preparation for a specific course. Course prerequisites specified are the minimum preparation required. In their first two university years, students need to work closely with their advisors to schedule the necessary General University Course Requirements and lower-division core courses to prepare properly for upper-division studies.
 

Physical Sciences
  

  • PHSC 354 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Science

    3 credits
    Development and practice in teaching techniques in biology, chemistry, physical and earth science for secondary teachers. Lecture, laboratory and computer-assisted-instruction methods. To be taken the semester before student teaching.
  

  • PHSC 390 - Advanced Topic

    1-4 credits
    Independent study of specialized subject matter in physical science. Topics vary, depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair.
  

  • PHSC 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework, and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of the Program Chair.

Physics
  

  • PHYS 101 - General Physics I - Algebra Based

    3 credits
    Basic concepts of physical mechanics and thermal physics using algebra and trigonometry: motion, force, momentum, fluids, waves, sound, temperature, heat and thermodynamics. This course is laboratory based. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): MATH 150 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 101L .
  

  • PHYS 101L - Lab General Physics I - Algebra Based

    1 credit
    Lab for PHYS 101 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 101 .
  

  • PHYS 102 - General Physics II - Algebra Based

    3 credits
    Continuation of PHYS 101 : electromagnetism, electromagnetics waves, optics, quantum physics, particle physics and relativity. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 102L .
  

  • PHYS 102L - Lab General Physics II - Algebra Based

    1 credit
    Lab for PHYS 102 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 102 .
  

  • PHYS 211 - General Physics I - Calculus Based

    3 credits
    Calculus-based introduction to classical physics. Selected principles and concepts of solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, sound and wave phenomena, and electromagnetism. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): MATH 212 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 211L .
  

  • PHYS 211L - Lab General Physics I - Calculus Based

    1 credit
    Lab for PHYS 211 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 211 .
  

  • PHYS 212 - General Physics II - Calculus Based

    3 credits
    Continuation of PHYS 211 . Translational and rotational kinematics and dynamics, optics, nuclear physics, applications in mechanics, electricity and magnetism. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 211 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 212L .
  

  • PHYS 212L - Lab General Physics II - Calculus Based

    1 credit
    Lab for PHYS 212 . Co-requisite(s): PHYS 212 .
  

  • PHYS 390 - Advanced Topic

    1-4 credits
    Independent study of specialized subject matter in physics. Topics vary, depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair.
  

  • PHYS 490 - Internship

    1-6
    Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework, and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Only 6 semester credit hours of PHYS 490, PHYS 495 and PHYS 496 may be combined to satisfy the upper-division concentration requirements. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair
  

  • PHYS 495 - Special Project

    1-6
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member, and to produce a specific outcome. Only 6 semester credit hours of PHYS 490, PHYS 495 or PHYS 496 may be combined to satisfy the upper division concentration requirements. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair

Political Science
  

  • POSC 101 - Introduction to Political Science

    3 credits
    Introduction to the field of political science and study of government; emphasis on U.S. law, political parties, interest groups, political socialization, public opinion, governing theory and practice. Offered Fall semesters.
  

  • POSC 201W - US Political System

    3 credits
    Principles, organization, and functions of the U.S. political system; current issues including, but not limited to, diversity, economic and social welfare policy, and Native American governance and sovereignty issues. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
  

  • POSC 311 - The Judiciary

    3 credits
    Study of the structure and function of the U.S. court system. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101  or POSC 101  or POSC 201W  or junior standing or permission of chair.
  

  • POSC 312 - Legislative Process

    3 credits
    Study of the nature, function and development of law and its relationship to society. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101  or POSC 101  or POSC 201W  or junior standing or permission of chair.
  

  • POSC 313 - Constitutional Law

    3 credits
    When persons are in conflict with each other, their government and its relationship, or the law, they can go to the federal courts. The U.S. Supreme Court is the last step in deciding what laws mean and what laws are permitted by the U.S. Constitution. In this course, students learn the fundamentals of legal research, the interpretation of laws, and the application of constitutional principles through the rigorous study of Supreme Court cases. Offered TBA.
  

  • POSC 314 - Civil Liberties

    3 credits
    Study of history and development of civil liberties as defined in the U.S Constitution and applied in criminal justice and law enforcement. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101  or POSC 101  or POSC 201W  or junior standing or permission of Chair.
  

  • POSC 315 - Modern Middle East

    3 credits
    A study of the social, political, religious, and economic forces present in the modern Middle East, with emphasis on the period since world War I. Also covers the Arab-Israeli conflict and oil. Offered as an online course.
  

  • POSC 345 - Environmental Law and Justice

    3
    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of environmental law and justice. It familiarizes students with the various legal mechanisms used to protect the environment. A practical grounding in the basic legal concepts central to environmental law and how it applies at the local, state, national and international levels. Students will explore the foundation of environmental institutions and their relationships with the concept of justice and the environmental community.  Offered alternate spring semesters.
  

  • POSC 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunity to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
  

  • POSC 495 - Special Project

    3 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.

Physician Assistant
  

  • PAM 500 - Behavioral Medicine I

    1 credit
    Behavioral Medicine will cover the knowledge, skills and sensitivity needed in order to intervene effectively for a variety of psychiatric, emotional, and social concerns which impact upon the health and well-being of patients. Students will gain skills in the evaluation, counseling, diagnosis, and management of patients with mental illness, issues of aging, and other psychosocial situations.
  
  
  

  • PAM 515 - Master’s Research Project I

    2 credits
    The Master’s Research Project continues throughout the full two year program and begins as an on-campus course where the students are  introduced to research design, validity, reliability, and ethics as well as data collection, analysis, and interpretation. The course then moves into an online format where, the students will incorporate independent study and formative feedback to move through to completion and presentation of their research projects. The applied projects are chosen by the students, approved by the course coordinator, and must be a health promotion, disease prevention issue that is pertinent for a specific patient population and health care team.
  
  
  

  • PAM 530 - Professional Issues for Physician Assistants I

    1 credit
    This course continues throughout the three terms of the didactic year of training. During the first term, the students will learn the necessary skills to search, interpret, and evaluate the medical literature in order to maintain a current and critical knowledge of new medical findings that are pertinent to their patients. Students will learn the basic principles of evidence-based medicine, including its application to individualized patient care. The second term will focus on the history of the PA profession; the health care team; professional organizations; cultural issues and their impact on health care policy; confidentiality, privilege and HIPAA; and personal ethics. The final term will continue with the discussion of ethics, including professional responsibility and a commitment to the patient’s welfare; health care delivery systems and policy; reimbursement; billing and coding; quality assurance and risk management; political and legal issues; and PA certification, licensing, and credentialing.   
  
  
  

  • PAM 545 - Introduction to Primary Care and the Normal Patient

    8 credits
    This course will introduce the physician assistant student to primary care and the “normal” patient from the newborn to the geriatric patient, including the expectant mother from pregnancy diagnosis to the delivery and postpartum care.  The student will learn what is “normal,” i.e. the general molecular chemistry of life, including genetics; growth and development; basic screening exams for adults, newborns, and children; principles of pharmacology, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, and how to take accurate and complete histories on all types of patients. Health promotion and disease prevention will be addressed as well as immunology, infectious diseases, and antibiotics.
  

  • PAM 550A - Procedures and Diagnostics I

    5 credits
    The Procedures and Diagnostics course will allow the student to apply their knowledge by experiencing clinical situations with a simulation mannequin, standardized patient, or actual clinical patients.  Students will learn techniques of patient interviewing; performing physical exams across the ages; ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic studies, such as a radiography and electrocardiography; and written documentation and oral presentation of patient data.  Technical skills, including but not limited to suturing, casting, splinting, intravenous line insertion, and airway insertion, will be presented in a lab or workshop environment.  Observational experiences and case studies will be used to enhance learning.  The subject sequence is organized around the Integrated Primary Care course.
  

  • PAM 555A - Procedures and Diagnostics II

    5 credits
    For course description please see PAM 550A Procedures and Diagnostics I. Prerequisite(s): PAM 550A . 
  

  • PAM 560A - Integrated Primary Care I

    14 credits
    Continuing through fall and spring terms, this course provides students with instruction in patient assesment of the most common clinical problems seen by primary care practitioners. This course includes a review of human anatomy and physiology/pathophysiology and instruction in generation of differential diagnoses; written documentation and oral presentation of patient data; and appropriate referral of patients. Using an organ systems approach, essential information is provided in regards to the diagnosis and management of the most common acute, emergent, and chronic clinical problems seen by primary care providers in their pediatric as well as adult patients. Management methods discussed will include medical, surgical, pharmacologic, and rehabilitative modalities. The students will be able to develop an understanding of major drug classifications, their mechanism of action, the major side effects, and commonly used drugs in each category. Information is presented using lectures, labs, online assignments, and small group activities then enhanced with case studies. Standardized patient encounters and simulation mannequin experinces will be provided in Procedures and Diagnostics, a couse running concurrently. 
  

  • PAM 565A - Integrated Primary Care II

    14 credits
    For course description please see PAM 560A Integrated Primary Care I. Prerequisite(s): PAM 560A . 
  

  • PAM 600 - Community-Based Clinical Experience I

    12 credits
    The second or clinical year is a Community-Based Clinical Education concept where the student will be placed in a primary care site typically located within a rural and/or underserved area. In general, the student is placed within a location that has supporting specialty care providers and hospitals. The student will remain in the community as they receive supervised clinical practice experiences in emergency medicine, family medicine, internal medicine, surgical care, pediatrics, prenatal and women’s health care, and psychiatry and/or behavioral medicine. While positioned in their primary care rotation for two or three days a week as a continuity clinic, during the remainder of the week the student will rotate through the above mentioned specialty rotations throught the rest of the clinical year. 
  
  
  
  
  

Psychology
  

  • PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology

    3 credits
    Survey of the theories, research methods, and major findings in the field of psychology.  The class provides the student with a broad background in psychology including knowledge of important concepts necessary for further study in social sciences and education. Offered Fall and Spring semesters.
  

  • PSY 102 - Introduction to Human Relationships

    3 credits
    A training course in human relations. Emphasizes the development of skills in self-expression, listening and responding, challenging, and confronting. Especially recommended for those planning to enter human services fields. Does not substitute for other psychology courses.
  

  • PSY 222W - Psychology of Adjustment

    3 credits
    Application of psychological principles to the student’s life and career. Topics include: description, development and dynamics of the “self,” motivation, emotion and stress, managing human relationships, and life choices and change. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 224 - Introduction to Case Management

    3 credits
    Explores definitions and practical application to inter-professional case management with an emphasis on relevant functions, including child and family needs assessment, development of case management plans, and case monitoring. Does not substitute for other psychology courses. Offered Spring semester.
  

  • PSY 321W - Social Psychology

    3 credits
    Study of persons as social beings i.e., how they influence and are influenced by others. Topics covered include conformity, persuasion, self-justification, attitude change, aggression, prejudice, interpersonal attraction, and small group processes. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 325W - Developmental Psychology

    3 credits
    A survey of the biological and social factors which influence the development of the human being throughout the life cycle. Major theoretical approaches to development and their practical applications are also presented. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 326 - Behavior Modification

    3 credits
    Study of the principles and techniques of behavior modifications. Covers paradigms of classical and operant conditioning and social modeling. Examines their application in applied behavior analysis and approaches to behavior modification. Student will learn to design behavior modification programs for the modification of habits and addictions, child behavior management and other applied areas. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 330 - Human Learning and Cognition

    3 credits
    Historical development of learning and major theoretical positions and issues. General survey covering perception, attention, memory, attitudes, personality, motivation, learning styles, and thinking, including language and cultural variables. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 332 - Professional Ethics

    3 credits
    A study of the nature and foundations of moral judgment, the principles and criteria for sound decisions, and the application of these to contemporary moral issues. Discussion includes such issues including but not limited to: confidentiality, privileged communication, dual relationships, electronic communication, handling of confidential information, and sensitivity to ethical issues. Offered Spring semester.
  

  • PSY 335W - Introduction to Theories of Personality

    3 credits
    Overview of theories, concepts, methods, and discoveries in psychology of personality. Emphasis on examination of major personality theories with application to the helping professions. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 345 - Measurement and Evaluation

    3 credits
    Introduction to the assessment of behavioral variables and individual differences in human beings; survey, development, and analysis of educational and psychological tests; introduction to individual and group psychological testing, ethical and technical considerations. Methods of evaluation. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 390 - Advanced Topic

    3 credits
    A study in a specialized subject in psychology. Topics vary depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. A maximum of 6 credits count toward psychology major requirements. May take more than 6 credits for electives. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program chair.
  

  • PSY 410W - Introduction to Experimental Psychology

    3 credits
    Students learn to apply the scientific methods of study of psychological phenomena. This course examines the principles of qualitative and quantitative methodologies for collection and analysis of data. Students will gain experience in organizing, conducting, and evaluating research. The course provides the foundation for the preparation of independent basic psychological research and evaluation. Students will complete a research proposal demonstrating a mastery of the concepts taught in the course. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , and successful completion of two additional Psychology courses at the 200 level or above.
  

  • PSY 412 - History and Systems of Psychology

    3 credits
    History and systems of psychology is a thematic historical exploration of the evolution of psychology. The course helps student understand psychology’s history from philosophy and natural sciences to its present standing as a science. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 415 - Psychology of Religion and Spirituality

    3
    The psychological aspects of religion and spirituality have been a major topic in scientific psychology from its earliest days. In this class we will review the major psychologists who theorized about religion and spirituality from a psychological perspective. We will also explore the empirical literature in this area, looking at how religion interacts with human development, personality, conversion, and happiness in life. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
  

  • PSY 416 - Political Psychology

    3
    Politics affects all of us, from the national and international levels to the “way things really work” around an office, classroom, or agency. Political psychology explores how personality, childhood experiences, neurology, and development can affect a person’s political persuasions, attitudes, and behaviors. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
  

  • PSY 417 - Psychology and the Brain

    3
    Research on the brain is expanding continually, and is affecting theories, models, and research paradigms across all psychological fields. This class will introduce students to various areas of brain research in psychology, with an emphasis on learning about the functions of and interactions among various brain areas. The emphasis will be practical, however, as students learn to understand themselves, their relationships, and their possible future clients from the standpoint of how their brains work (and often fail to work). Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
  

  • PSY 420W - Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

    3 credits
    Problems of abnormality from traditional and evolving points of view; types of abnormal behaviors; societal reactions; therapies; outcomes; preventive techniques. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
  

  • PSY 422 - Dynamic, Existential and Humanistic Psychology

    3
    Many early areas of psychology explored core issues of what makes us human: Why do we do the things we do? What makes us do things we don’t want to do? What meaning or purpose is there in our lives? While psychological science engages in research to explore particular questions, dynamic, existential, and humanistic psychology look more at these “big picture” questions, and inform who we are and how we look at the world. This class will explore these important areas of the field of psychology that most affect our attitudes, self-esteem, and view of others. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
  

  • PSY 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. (45 hours of internship practice required for each credit hour) Graded P/NP. Offered as needed. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of the Program Chair.
  

  • PSY 495 - Special Project

    1-3 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Only three semester credit hours of either PSY 495 or PSY 497  may be used to satisfy the upper division requirements. Offered as needed. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of Program Chair.
  

  • PSY 497 - Senior Thesis

    1-3 credits
    An advanced course allowing a student to complete an independent research project or scholarly investigation which demonstrates mastery of methodology appropriate to the student’s field of study. Only three semester credit hours of either PSY 495  or PSY 497 may be used to satisfy the upper division requirements. Offered as needed. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of Program Chair.
  

  • PSY 499 - Capstone

    3 credits
    A course allowing seniors to integrate principles, theories, and methods learned in the psychology major courses. By the end of the course, students will have completed three projects. First, a capstone project analyzing and summarizing an area of interest in the field of psychology. Second, a portfolio that includes 1) a reflection essay focusing on personal education and experiences and 2) a resume.  Third. a formal presentation, including an informative poster of the capstone project. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of Program Chair.

Reading/Literacy
  

  • RDG 502 - Theoretical Foundations of Reading

    2 credits
    Review and analysis of theoretical perspectives of the reading process and application of research-based principles for best-practice. Current trends and issues are examined along with the political influences and historical antecedents related to them.
  

  • RDG 504 - Literacy Through Children’s & Adolescent Lit

    2 credits
    Children and adolescent literature; curriculum application related reading, language development and creative expression and the content areas.
  

  • RDG 505 - Beginning Literacy

    2 credits
    Theories and research relevant to early literacy development. Implications for curriculum in the language arts, instruction and evaluation.
  

  • RDG 506 - Instructional Methods in Reading, Writing & Commun

    2 credits
    Emphasis on curriculum organization in literacy; principles and methods of instruction applied to teaching reading, writing and communication with inclusion of Washington State’s Essential Academic Learning Requirements and practicum.
  

  • RDG 507 - Assessment & Diagnosis of Reading, Writing & Comm

    2 credits
    Provides practice on how to administer and interpret assessments to develop awareness of student ability and remediation needs. Combines theory and practice as participants use information to develop appropriate plans of instruction in various types of educational settings.
  

  • RDG 509 - Content Area Literacy

    2 credits
    Adapting research-based reading, writing and communication strategies which support students’ efforts to make sense of content area information from a variety of sources including textbooks and trade books. Includes metacognition, vocabulary and concept develops the role of prior knowledge, text features, linguistic diversity, comprehension, and writing.
  

  • RDG 510 - Developing & Teaching Literacy in a Multicult Set

    2 credits
    Theoretical foundations and application of research-based practices to teaching language arts in a multicultural setting with an emphasis on linguistic diversity.
  

  • RDG 511 - Family Literacy

    2 credits
    An in-depth look at the effect of family and community on a child’s literacy development.
  

  • RDG 512 - Affective Factors of Literacy

    2 credits
    Addresses the role of affect in literacy, examines attitudes toward literacy, motivation of students, responses to literacy and development of affective programs.
  

  • RDG 573 - Reading/Literacy Internship

    2 credits
    Student undertakes an extensive series of tasks covering all aspects of literacy cultivation, supervised regularly by a College faculty member. Detailed log of specific literacy tasks successfully completed showing pre and post evaluation data for each student in the classroom affected by the literacy event. Student must demonstrate competency in his/her ability to orchestrate these tasks. Two semester credits for 30 hours of experience. Graded P/NP.

Religion
  

  • REL 246 - Introduction to New Testament

    3 credits
    Historical, literary and theological perspectives on the formulation of the Christian New Testament. Influence of modern scholarship; comparative perspectives. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s):  
  

  • REL 248 - Introduction to Old Testament

    3 credits
    Historical, literary and inspirational perspectives on the major books of the Old Testament. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s):  
  

  • REL 320W - Comparative World Religions

    3 credits
    Comparative analysis of major world religions, with case studies of religions in traditional and complex societies and analysis of approaches to the integration/synthesis of major religions. Offered Fall and Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):   

Sahaptin
  

  • SAH 101 - Sahaptin Language I

    4 credits
    Reading, writing and speaking basic Sahaptin language, integrated with study of history and culture. Offered Fall semester.
  

  • SAH 102 - Sahaptin Language II

    4 credits
    Continuation of Sahaptin Language I with an emphasis on grammatical understanding, writing and speaking. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): SAH 101  or permission of the Program Chair.
  

  • SAH 200 - Sahaptin Conversation and Culture

    3 credits
    Provides opportunity for students to practice acquired Sahaptin Language and grammar skills in a series of discussions dealing with social and cultural themes that are of current interest. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): SAH 102  or permission of the Program Chair.
  

  • SAH 201 - Sahaptin Language III

    3 credits
    Continues Sahaptin II with greater emphasis on reading, writing, grammar, and translation of written documents or oral tapes. Students will write short materials in Sahaptin, essays or lessons for teaching others. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): SAH 102 , SAH 200  or permission of the Program Chair.
  

  • SAH 202 - Sahaptin Language IV

    3 credits
    Continuation of SAH 201  with continued emphasis on preparing written materials and teaching materials/techniques. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): SAH 201  or permission of Program Chair.
  

  • SAH 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunity to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
  

  • SAH 495 - Special Project

    3 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.

Social Work
  

  • SOWK 101 - Introduction to Social Work

    3 credits
    Introduction to the profession of social work in the United States; considers history, principles, methods, and values of the social worker and settings from the generalist perspective. Offered Fall and Spring semesters.
  

  • SOWK 304 - Case Management

    2 credits
    This course prepares the student to do generalist social work practice in a case management setting. The student develops knowledge and methods regarding best practices in case management through self-examination, learning effective communication skills, how to assess client’s needs and strengths, and how to develop and implement a plan of treatment.
  

  • SOWK 306 - Social Justice & Diverse Populations

    3 credits
    The purpose of this course is to have students explore social justice and diverse populations. The course will provide the conceptual, theoretical, and empirical knowledge base related to difference, oppression, social justice, and empowerment of culturally diverse at-risk populations. This foundation of knowledge is necessary to social work practice in a multicultural society. Offered Spring semesters.
  

  • SOWK 310A - Survey of Family Violence

    3 credits
    Introduction to various forms of family violence with emphasis on child abuse/neglect types and causes, resources, and agencies; and examination of adult responses to child abuse/ neglect; social psychology of abusers; families; multiculural factors; and professional awareness. Offered Spring semesters.
  

  • SOWK 310C - Survey of Aging

    3 credits
    Overview course in sociology of aging; age roles and role changes; problems of aging and the aged; relations between the generations; death and dying; cultural factors. Considerations of the health characterization of aging populations with variation by race and other social variables. Offered TBA.
  

  • SOWK 310D - Survey of Human Services w/Indigenous People

    3 credits
    Overview of the cultural, social, psychological and political factors effecting “First Nations” peoples. The focus will be on North American Indians, including Mexican and Canadian groups, with global indigenous peoples also addressed. Human services to “tribal” peoples will be critically examined. Offered Spring semesters.
  

  • SOWK 310E - Indian Child Welfare

    3 credits
    This course will focus knowledge, values, and skills that are needed for effective Indian Child Welfare Practice.
  

  • SOWK 310F - Sustainability and Social Work

    3 credits
    Overview of environmental, social, economic and political sustainability as it interconnects with social justice and social work. Implications for the future of social work practice will be explored.
  

  • SOWK 312 - Human Behavior in Social Environment I

    3 credits
    General systems theory is used as a framework for integrating human development and human behavior knowledge and theory pertaining to micro systems of society: individuals, families and informal groups. Offered Fall semester. Cross-listed as SOC 312 .
  

  • SOWK 313 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II

    3 credits
    General systems theory is used as a framework for integrating human development and human behavior knowledge and theory pertaining to larger systems of society: formal groups, organizations, communities and society as a whole. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): Limited to majors and SOWK 312 .
  

  • SOWK 314 - Crisis Intervention

    2 credits
    Learning skills in various social work settings that require knowledge in crisis identification and interventions. Utilizing current interventions and being able to develop a plan to respond to the crisis.
  

  • SOWK 316 - Social Policy I

    3 credits
    In depth examination of the history of public welfare and social work; the function of social work - its mandates, values, and ethics and the fields of practice shaped by social welfare policies. Introduction to poverty and the nature of oppression. Offered Fall semesters. Cross-listed as SOC 316 .
  

  • SOWK 317 - Social Policy II

    3 credits
    In depth examination of social welfare as a social institution; analysis of society’s structure and its relationship to meet social welfare needs; trends in social welfare; social welfare policy analysis in relationship to social work. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): Limited to majors and SOWK 316 
 

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