2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


Undergraduate Prerequisites Course Numbering
A “C-” or higher is required in all prerequisite courses 100-299 - Lower division undergraduate
  300-499 - Upper division undergraduate
  500-699 - Graduate
Search Tip 700-799 - Doctoral
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  • REL 496 - Independent Study


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
  
  • REL 497 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
  
  • REL 550 - Judaism, Christianity and the Holocaust


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course focuses on relations between Jews and Christians before, during, and after the Holocaust. The causes of the Holocaust will be studied in detail. The lessons of the Holocaust will also be emphasized.
    Cross-listed: HUM-550
  
  • SALS 364 - Professional Selling


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course explores the numerous dimensions of selling – as a profession and as an integral part of the global free enterprise system. This course focuses on the history and the role of influence in professional selling. Students will analyze and research persuasive communication and negotiation skills while also applying sound selling principles such as attention, interest, desire, points of proof, and closing technique. This course will also cover procurement and contract understanding. Students will use text materials to enhance learning experiences while also practicing and delivering sales presentations to enhance educational principles.


  
  • SALS 368 - Account Management Large and Small


    Credits: Three (3)
    The life blood for any selling representative is managing accounts both large and small. This course focuses on conducting the proper research to understand the ebbs and flows of the client decision process. Emphasis is placed on not only finding the key decision makers but also understanding how your products and services align with the firm’s overall business strategy. As a result of this course’s emphasis on building relationships with customers for maximized loyalty and retention, students will gain the ability to develop an account management template that focuses on client strategies, market penetration, competition and industry trends. This course will also discover need, qualifying the buyer, and post-sale follow up. Students will also be provided the opportunity to develop and forecast sales activity so that sales managers can comprehend key performance indicators per representative. By the end of the course the student will better align their company’s programs with the client’s overall desired results.


  
  • SALS 372 - Results, Consultative and Value Centered Selling


    Credits: Three (3)
    As a sales professional, you will deliver results in a consultative value added perspective that the consumer wants from your good, product or service. In this course you will learn to assess and deliver consultative value added results. The students in this course will also utilize the DISC personality assessment. The DISC assessment is a tool to understand personalities which will help with client relationships. This course will cover professionalism as it relates to selling, presenting skills and client relationships. Students will also learn listening skills and what it means to be an active listener.


  
  • SALS 374 - On-Line and On-Ground Selling


    Credits: Three (3)
    Marketers use a wide range of proprietary social media - Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Digg, etc. - to communicate with customers and prospects. This course explores both paid and unpaid methods of communication to identify prospects, build brand image and find new customers. This course will also aid in the student’s development of prospecting and business intelligence to understand potential customers, their industry and their competition. Students will also learn how to develop leads through off-line research such as networking, word of mouth, reading and researching and even conducting presentations at industry conferences.


  
  • SALS 399 - Practical Experience/ Internship I


    Credits: Three (3)
    The objective of the Sales Internship Program is to provide initial experiential learning opportunities for students and to assist employers with projects and research. The Sales Internship Program encourages students to work in positions and on projects related to, and integrated with, the Sales field. Students need to complete 100 hours of practical experience to successfully complete the course as well as finish the appropriate paperwork which includes a reflection on what they learned and what they executed during the internship. At the conclusion of the module students will be asked to write a self- reflection paper related to their aptitude on business intelligence, account management and relationship building procedures.

    Note: Students, with the consent of their advisor, may substitute a course from a preapproved list of marketing and business courses for this internship experience as a minor or certificate.


  
  • SALS 426 - Customer Relationship Management


    Credits: Three (3)
    Customers are arguably the single most important stakeholder of any modern corporation. As Peter Drucker stated they are the purpose for the business and remaining attentive to customers especially with the amount of data customer have it is especially important to create the customer experience. This course will emphasize two areas of concern, a) the software technologies available to monitor and remain communicative with customers and b) the modalities required to attract, convert and retain customers. Emphasis for students is placed on proper electronic and direct strategies of communications as well as key performance indicators sales managers require that ensure all staff are accountable to clients.


  
  • SALS 436 - Key Accounts and Relationship Management


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course focuses on account management, the supply chain, purchasing units, segmenting and targeting organizational markets, account planning, territory management along with team selling. As a result of this course’s emphasis on building relationships with customers for maximized loyalty and retention, students will gain the ability to segment markets, target accounts with the highest potential and develop strategic account plans to effectively generate long-term buyer-seller business relationships. Extensive interaction with sales and business managers is incorporated throughout the course along with applied projects and exercises for maximum prospect, client and mature client. The students in this course will also utilize the DISC personality assessment. The DISC assessment is a tool to understand behavior and personality as they affect relationships.


  
  • SALS 446 - Practical Experience/ Internship I


    Credits: Three (3)
    The objective of Sales Management Internship Program is to provide initial experiential learning opportunities for students and to assist employers with projects, research. The Sales Management Internship Program encourages students to work in positions and on projects related to, and integrated with, the Sales Management field. Students need to complete 100 hours of practical experience to successfully complete the course as well as finish the appropriate paperwork.

    Note: Students, with the consent of their advisor, may substitute a course from a preapproved list of marketing and business courses for this internship experience when taking program as a minor.


  
  • SALS 456 - Professional Sales Planning And Analysis


    Credits: Three (3)
    Learning activities for this course center on developing the advanced skills and competencies associated with the consultative selling process. The course will focus on analyzing market territory potential, forecasting, developing call schedules, territory routing routines, client research, setting account goals and managing sales territory budgets. Students work with sales professionals and faculty to develop skills and course deliverables.


  
  • SALS 470 - Sales Management/Coaching


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course develops the principles and practice of sales force management and leadership for manufacturing, wholesaling, retailing andamp; service enterprises. Discussion topics include the full range of functions utilized in managing a sales force and include selling strategy, organizing the selling entity, proof of performance, measurable validation, territory analysis and planning, hiring and selection, coaching and training, motivating achievement, compensation, assessing performance and compensating and recruitment.


  
  • SALS 496 - Practical Experience/ Internship II


    Credits: Three (3)
    The objective of the Sales Management Internship Program is to provide final experiential learning opportunities for students and to assist employers with projects and research. The Sales Management Internship Program encourages students to work in positions and on projects related to, and integrated with, the Sales Management field. Students need to complete 140 hours of practical experience to successfully complete the course as well as finish the appropriate paperwork. In that documentation they will have to demonstrate an understanding of forecasting and analysis.


  
  • SALS 499 - Practical Experience/ Internship II


    Credits: Three (3)
    The objective of the Sales Internship Program is to provide final experiential learning opportunities for students and to assist employers with projects and research. The Sales Internship Program enables students to work in positions and on projects related to, and integrated with, the Sales field. Students need to complete 140 hours of practical experience as well as additional class meetings to successfully complete the course as well as finish the appropriate paperwork.


  
  • SCI 101 - World Regional Geography


    Credits: Three (3)
    Using maps, students explore physical geography and its relationship to cultures, governments and economies of the world’s different regions.
    Cross-listed: GEOG-101
  
  • SCI 105 - Astronomy


    Credits: Three (3)
    Astronomy presents a survey of celestial bodies, the means of gathering information on them, and theories of their origin and evolution.
    Cross-listed: PHYS-105
  
  • SCI 120 - Physics of Light and Color


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course covers basic concepts of light, color, and visual phenomena. Optical devices including the eye, camera and laser, as well as methods and uses of color mixing are part of the study.
    Cross-listed: PHYS-120
  
  • SCI 131 - Nutrition


    Credits: Three (3)
    The course introduces students to the biology, chemistry and biochemistry disciplines by learning about the applications to nutrition in all three subject areas. In addition to an introduction to the human body the course covers carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and fluids. Understanding alcohol consumption, physical activity levels and healthy body weights will also be discussed.
  
  • SCI 132 - Energy and Our World


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course will survey the significant chemical and physical concepts related to energy usage. An initial introduction to energy mechanics and the laws of thermodynamics, applied to ‘real-world’ situations, will be given. Present modes of energy generation and usage will be discussed and related to environmental considerations. Significant time will be spent with an assessment of energy sources. These include fossil fuel, solar, nuclear, geothermal and biomass sources. The course will have lab components woven into the course. Physics and chemistry laboratory experiences will illustrate topics covered in the class. Emphasis in the lab learning exercises will be placed on classical mechanics and energy, thermodynamics, and biofuel experiments.
  
  • SCI 132H - Energy and Our World


    Credits: Four (4)
    This course will survey the significant chemical
    and physical concepts related to energy usage. An
    initial introduction to energy mechanics and the
    laws of thermodynamics, applied to ‘real-world’
    situations, will be given. Present modes of
    energy generation and usage will be discussed and
    related to environmental considerations.
    Significant time will be spent with an assessment
    of energy sources. These include fossil fuel,
    solar, nuclear, geothermal and biomass sources.
    The course will have lab components woven into
    the course. Physics and chemistry laboratory
    experiences will illustrate topics covered in the
    class. Emphasis in the lab learning exercises
    will be placed on classical mechanics and energy,
    thermodynamics, and biofuel experiments.
  
  • SCI 140 - History and Philosophy of Science


    Credits: Three (3)
    Humans have practiced science from primitive times to the present. Worldwide historical and philosophical perspectives on scientific inquiry will include empiricism, rationalism, materialism and utilitarian morality.
    Cross-listed: BIOL-140
  
  • SCI 208H - Global Infections


    Credits: Four (4)
    Prerequisite: Honors status
    Global Infections will provide an overview of the biology of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. The course will also explore the effects of poverty, nutrition and politics on these diseases. In spite of advances in science and medicine, infectious diseases remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. While much of the recent focus has been on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, close to one billion people are also infected with a variety of worms and other parasites and suffer from impaired development, stigma and medical complications. These diseases disproportionately affect the poor and are to a large extent responsible for the disparate life expectancy between developed and developing countries. However, only 10% of global research addresses the diseases responsible for so much human suffering. In addition, the significant social and economic challenges facing developing countries essentially ensure that health outcomes for their citizens will be poor. Strategies for addressing these challenges will be analyzed.

  
  • SCI 222 - Meteorology


    Credits: Three (3)
    Meteorology is the scientific study of Earth’s weather and climates, including the structure and composition of the atmosphere and how the elements of temperature, pressure, moisture, and energy interact to produce various weather phenomena. Current events in weather, including extreme weather and environmental concerns, will also be emphasized.
    Cross-listed: PHYS-222
  
  • SCI 250 - Computational Science


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104, BIOL-118, or PHYS-154
    Computational Science is designed to introduce students to scientific simulation techniques, the appropriate use and adaption of mathematical models to study scientific problems, and the use of computational software as a research tool. A portion of the course will cover a general introduction to simulation as applied to chemistry, computer science, biology, archeology, geology, biochemistry, etc. It will be accessible to all science and math majors.
  
  • SCI 293 - Cooperative Education


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Students may take cooperative education courses before completing the major, minor and General Education requirements, but cooperative education courses do not count as part of those requirements.
    Cross-listed: SCI-393
  
  • SCI 296 - Independent Study


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
  
  • SCI 297 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
  
  • SCI 309 - Geology


    Credits: Four (4)
    Geology is the scientific study of the rocks and minerals that make up the earth and the processes that have shaped its long and interesting history. Topics include plates tectonics, earthquakes, volcanic activity, the work of water, wind and ice, and the fossil record.
  
  • SCI 326 - Historical Geography of North America


    Credits: Three (3)
    A survey of the geological, ecological, cultural and economic development of the various regions of the North American continent.
    Cross-listed: HIST-326
  
  • SCI 337 - Intro Geographic Information Systems


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course provides an introduction to the principles and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related spatial analysis tools. The course is designed to offer a broad overview of technologies used in examination of natural and man-made environments and cultural landscapes. Lectures will introduce students to theories, terminology, and examples of spatial analysis with emphasis placed on the application of this technology in archaeological and cultural resource contexts. Students will gain hands-on experience in the application of these technologies through laboratory exercises that introduce the state of the art GIS and spatial analysis software.
    Cross-listed: ADAH-337
  
  • SCI 393 - Cooperative Education


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Cross-listed: SCI-293
  
  • SCI 401 - Research


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course will introduce to the full spectrum of scientific research. Students will conduct literature reviews, generate and collect data, analyze data, and write and present their results via posters and/or oral presentations.
  
  • SCI 496 - Independent Study


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
  
  • SCI 497 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
  
  • SCI 498 - Advanced Topics Seminar


    Credits: Two (2)
    The advanced topics seminar provides students an opportunity for advanced inquiry into topics of scientific interest and importance, and development of skills in technical and professional reading.
    Cross-listed: BIOL-498, CHEM-498, ENV-498
  
  • SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course introduces the study of human society, including an examination of group life and customs, social institutions, and ways of thinking and behaving related to group life.
    Note: This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses in Sociology.
  
  • SOC 102 - Introduction to Anthropology


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course introduces the study of human beings and their origins, with special focus on their language, customs, physical characteristics, and institutions.
  
  • SOC 201 - Social Problems


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course examines major social problems, including violence, sexual deviance, poverty, and health care issues.
  
  • SOC 210 - Careers in Social Science


    Credits: One
    This course provides students with career information within the broad field of the social sciences (psychology, sociology, organizational leadership, etc). Students will develop a career plan by being given guidance on how to research occupations, apply to graduate programs and internships, create personal statements, develop a resume, and find jobs using their chosen degree within the social sciences.
    Cross-listed: PSYC 210
  
  • SOC 250 - Introduction to Social Work


    Credits: Three (3)

    A knowledge of social work is essential to professional practice in many disciplines in psychology and sociology. This course explores the education required for the field of social work, various positions that social workers hold, and ethical practice and clinical interventions. A holistic approach is used to promote an understanding of the biophysical, cognitive, affective, social, and spiritual functioning of individuals and families.

  
  • SOC 251 - Introduction to Women’s Studies


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course uses theoretical frameworks from sociology and social psychology to examine women’s issues and roles in contemporary society as well as their contributions to various disciplines. Topics include socialization, communication, health, media, leadership, sexual harassment, and violence. Women’s contributions to history, politics, education, and science are highlighted.
    Cross-listed: SOC-351, WS-351, WS-351
  
  • SOC 297 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
  
  • SOC 305 - Family Violence Through the Lifespan


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101 or CRIM-102; Minimum grade C-
    Family Violence across the Lifespan explores the etiology, prevalence, treatment, and prevention of family violence. A broad coverage of viewpoints and theories behind family violence are covered.
    Cross-listed: CRIM-305
  
  • SOC 321 - Sociology of Deviance


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course studies the violation of normative expectations, more succinctly deviant behavior. How deviance comes to be defined, its role in collective social life, and the social responses to such behavior are all explored through major sociological perspectives. Additionally, specific examinations of particular varieties of deviant behavior are undertaken.
    Cross-listed: CRIM-321
  
  • SOC 322 - Criminological Theory


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course examines classical and contemporary theoretical approaches to understanding crime in society. It surveys the breadth of knowledge accumulated as it pertains to the origins, potential causes, and consequences of crime.
    Cross-listed: CRIM-322
  
  • SOC 323 - Juvenile Delinquency


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    Note: This course surveys the criminal and deviant conduct of youths. Theoretical and treatment patterns are also considered.
    Cross-listed: CRIM-323
  
  • SOC 325 - Social Psychology


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: PSYC-101, PSYC-202H, SOC-101, or SOC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    Social psychology is the scientific study of how people think about, influence, relate to one another, and ultimately create meaning. It involves understanding how people affect, and are affected by, others around them. This course introduces you to the theory, empirical findings, and research methods of social psychology. You will develop the ability to analyze social situations that you encounter in your everyday lives through the application of theory and methods in social psychology.
    Cross-listed: PSYC-325
  
  • SOC 326 - Criminal Behavior


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    The purpose of this course is to understand the dynamics of criminal behavior. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the course will explore the major socialiological, criminological, and psychological theories attempting to explain criminal activity. 

     

     
    Cross-listed: CRIM/PSYC 326

  
  • SOC 328 - Mental Illness and Society


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-202H, PSYC-101, PSYC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    This course addresses mental illness and its impact on various institutions of society.The definitions and symptoms of mental illnesses will be presented.The focus will be on how mental illness impacts societal institutions, including criminal justice, occupational, educational, and others.Particular emphasis is placed on problems and limitations in the mental health system and how society is adversely affected by those problems.The course objective is to learn a realistic appraisal of mental illnesses and effective philosophies and methodologies to begin correcting problems related to mental illness in society.
    Cross-listed: PSYC-328
  
  • SOC 330 - Human Sexuality


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, SOC-202H, PSYC-101, PSYC-101F, or PSYC-202H; Minimun grade C-
    This course surveys the social, biological, and psychological aspects of human sexual behavior. Scientific research related to sexual anatomy, arousal, gender, and life span sexual behavior will be explored. Topics may also include but are not limited to sexual orientation, cultural variations in attraction and love, and sexual morality.
    Cross-listed: PSYC-330
  
  • SOC 340 - Social Aspects of the Aged


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-202H, PSYC-101, PSYC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    This course examines the problems and issues relevant to America’s elderly population, focusing on financial concerns, public policy, health and institutionalization.
    Cross-listed: PSYC-340
  
  • SOC 348 - The Sociology of Poverty


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course surveys the theories concerning the causes and consequences of poverty in the United States.  The correlates to poverty and its distribution acorss categories (gender, race, age, and rural/urban) of the population wil also be examined.  A critical analysis of the social policy resposes to poverty will conclude the course.
  
  • SOC 350 - Sociology of Health and Health Care


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course examines the health care system including topics on sick role, epidemiology, mortality and morbidity patterns and public policy.
  
  • SOC 351 - Introduction to Women’s Studies


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course uses theoretical frameworks from sociology and social psychology to examine women’s issues and roles in contemporary society as well as their contributions to various disciplines. Topics include socialization, communication, health, media, leadership, sexual harassment, and violence. Women’s contributions to history, politics, education, and science are highlighted.
    Cross-listed: WS-251, WS-351, SOC-251
  
  • SOC 354 - Gender Roles


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course examines the major concept of gender in and across societies. The focus will be on sociological perspectives that explain the establishment, maintenance, and consequences of gender divisions in social life.
    Cross-listed: WS-354
  
  • SOC 361 - Sociology of the Family


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course is a sociological study of the changing structures, functions, and importance of family as a major societal institution. An analysis of cross-cultural differences in the familial relations and parenting role is emphasized.
  
  • SOC 381 - Urban Sociology


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course analyzes major trends of urbanization, emphasizing the social problems of modern urban society.
  
  • SOC 382 - Social Class in Society


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course surveys various social theories that attempt to understand the role and occurrence of social inequality within societies. It also examines the dynamics of social stratification within society. Particular attention is paid to the influence of social class position on human behavior, attitudes, and individual life chances.
  
  • SOC 385 - Racial and Ethnic Minorities in the United States


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course is an in-depth survey of the major racial and ethnic minorities in the United States. Among groups considered are African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics, Asian- Americans, and European minorities.
  
  • SOC 397 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-

    These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.

  
  • SOC 401 - Sociological Theory


    Credits: Four (4)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course surveys the foundations of sociological theory and its contributions to social analysis. Consideration is given to the historical social and intellectual contexts of sociological theory development as well as the distinction in macro and micro theorizing.
  
  • SOC 405 - Domestic and International Terrorism


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: PSCI-110, SOC-101, or SOC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    This course surveys perspectives pertaining to the etiology of terrorism at both the domestic and international level. Study of the various tactics used by identified terrorist groups is explored. In addition, the techniques of counterterrorism are assessed.
    Cross-listed: CRIM-405
  
  • SOC 454 - Gender and Crime


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course explores variation in offending and victimization across the genders. Specific attention will be paid to theories that attempt to explain why such variation exists and such patterns change over time.
    Cross-listed: WS-454
  
  • SOC 461 - Social Work Policy


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: Completion of SOC/PSYC-341 and SOC/PSYC-342
    The societal context which shapes the nature of social work practice and the well being of people is seen as the result of countless choices which constitute social policy. The study of social policy and its resultant social welfare system is therefore viewed as a study of the choices which a society makes in satisfying human needs, pursuing social justice, and attaining human goals.This course examines social policy within the context of its historical development and its current functions within contemporary society, and introduces students to the relationship between social policy and social work practice. The course examines the substance of policy choices, the values and beliefs that underlie these choices, the political processes through which the choices are made, and the potential roles of social workers in that process.
    Note: Admission to SLU MSW Bridge Program
  
  • SOC 462 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: Completion of SOC/PSYC-341 and SOC/PSYC-342
    This course is designed to introduce the student to theories, bodies of knowledge, and perspectives which provide critical insight into the behavior of individuals and the dynamics of social systems that are consonant with the person in environment definition of social work. The systems approach, symbolic interaction, social constructionism, and life cycle theory serve as the major theoretical perspectives employed to analyze interaction in the system levels through time.The system levels identified as having the greatest salience for social work are the individual, family, group, organization, and community. The critical perspective is used to intergrate theories and knowledge within the value and social justice orientation of social work
    Note: Admission to SLU MSW Bridge Program
  
  • SOC 463 - Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: Completion of SOC/PSYC-341 and SOC/PSYC-342
    This course prepares students to apply a generalist perspective and systems framework to direct social work practice with individuals, families, and groups. The starting point is recognition that effective and efficient helping is based on a professional relationship characterized by mutuality, collaboration, and respect. Students learn to integrate knowledge, values, and skills to promote and enhance the well-being of clients and client systems. This course emphasizes the basics of communication, interviewing, relationship building and professional use of self, skills essential to effective social work assessment, intervention and evaluation. Approaches and skills for practice with clients from differing social, cultural, racial, religious, spiritual, and class backgrounds are highlighted throughout the course.
    Note: Admission to SLU MSW Bridge Program
  
  • SOC 464 - Social Work Practice with Communities and Organizations


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: Completion of SOC/PSYC-341 and SOC/PSYC-342
    This course prepares students to apply a generalist perspective and systems framework to social work practice with communities and organizations as well as task/problem-solving groups within larger systems and settings.  Students learn to integrate social work values, knowledge, and skills within an ecological framework for planned change with a particular focus on indirect/macro social work practice with populations of special concern to social work.  Of special concern are groups experiencing social and economic injustices based on racial, cultural, class, age, religious/spiritual, gender, sexual orientation, and disability characteristics.
    Note: Admission to SLU MSW Bridge Program
  
  • SOC 472 - Understanding Organizational Behavior


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: PSYC-101, PSYC-202H, SOC-101, or SOC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    Organizational behavior is the scientific study of how people think, feel, and behave in and around organizations. It is an interdisciplinary field of study that integrates knowledge from psychology, sociology, and organizational sciences. The purpose of this course is to examine the foundational theories in organizational behavior and their application for the purpose of improving organization effectiveness and individual well-being.
    Cross-listed: ORGL-472, PSYC-472
  
  • SOC 473 - Group Dynamics


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: PSYC-101, PSYC-202H, SOC-101, or SOC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    This course focuses on the scientific study of sociological and psychological processes in groups. We will explore the theoretical explanations for group processes and the practical application of theory into groups. Topics include but are not limited to theoretical perspectives in group dynamics, group formation and development, structure of groups, group processes, and team effectiveness.
    Cross-listed: ORGL-473, PSYC-473
  
  • SOC 485 - Race, Ethnicity and Crime


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    This course examines the interrelationship of race/ethnicity and criminal victimization/offending. In-depth consideration will be given to the issue of hate-crimes, racial profiling, wrongful convictions and disparities in sentencing.
    Cross-listed: CRIM-485
  
  • SOC 490 - Social Service in St. Louis


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: Senior Status
    This course is designed to give students an introduction to the vast network of social service agencies and community mental health providers in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. The course includes site visits to various agencies and discussions with representative social service practitioners from programs in chemical and drug dependency, community corrections and crime prevention, crisis intervention, domestic violence, mental health, and other human service areas.
    Cross-listed: PSYC-490
  
  • SOC 495 - Practicum


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-202H, PSYC-101, PSYC-202H; Minimum grade C-
    This course is designed as a culminating experience to integrate theory and practice in the context of an approved field-based experience under the supervision of the course instructor. Practicum requires completion of 150 clock hours on site along with coursework relevant to the student’s field experience.
    Cross-listed: PSYC-495, ORGL-495
  
  • SOC 496 - Independent Study


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
    Junior- or senior-level students may design and conduct an independent study project in a field of their interest under the direction of a faculty adviser.
  
  • SOC 497 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-202H, PSYC-101, PSYC-202H
    These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
  
  • SOSC 242 - Research Methods


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: PSYC-101 PSYC-101F PSYC-202H SOC-101 SOC-101F or SOC-202H
    This course introduces the process of scientific research in the social and behavioral sciences and the fundamental role research methodology plays in our understanding of human behavior and social affairs. Students will explore the principles, ethics, and methods of social science research (correlational research, observational and survey methods, experimental and quasi-experimental design, variable control, secondary data analysis, and interpretation of results). Students will become familiar with the ways social scientists communicate their research to other scientists by writing a formal research paper.
    Note: Note: SOSC 242 replaces PSYC 342, SOC 342, and CRIM 342.
  
  • SOSC 243 - Research Design I


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take PSYC-101 PSYC-202H SOC-101
    This course introduces the methods of scientific research utilized by social and behavioral
    scientists. Students will learn the essential role of research methodology for understanding,
    objectively processing, and predicting human behavior and social affairs. The course explores
    how research questions and hypotheses are formed and tested, and acquaints students with the
    established ethical limitations associated with conducting social and behavioral research.
    Particular attention will focus on the complexities of correlational research,
    observational research, experimental research, and secondary data analysis. 
  
  • SOSC 244 - Research Design II


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take SOSC-243
    This course extends a student’s comprehension of research methodology by engaging students in the
    production of an original research proposal.  Students will learn how to formulate an original
    research question and propose a proper and detailed methodological strategy for
    investigating it.  Students learn how to synthesize existing research literature into a
    research proposal and develop an understanding about the formal writing processes used by social
    science researchers.
  
  • SOSC 341 - Understanding Statistical Inference


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take MATH 115 or higher
    This course introduces students to both descriptive and inferential statistics. The following concepts and techniques are included:
    measures of central tendency and variability; sampling distributions; interval estimation; hypothesis testing (t-test, ANOVA); correlation
    and regression; chi square tests. Statistical software projects are required.
  
  • SOSC 480 - Senior Seminar


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take SOSC-242 OR SOSC-244; SOSC-341
    This course is the culminating, capstone experience in the social science curriculum.
    Students will review and discuss their course of study and its application beyond graduation.
    Students will work with a social science faculty member toward the completion of a research
    project intended to explore an area of interest in the student’s field of study. 

    Note: Successful completion of Senior Seminar is achieved upon completion of the student project.

  
  • SOSC 481 - Senior Project I


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take SOSC-242 SOSC 244 SOSC 341
    This course is part 1 of the culminating, capstone experience in the social science
    curriculum. Students will review and discuss their course of study and its application beyond
    graduation. Students will work with a social science faculty member toward Institutional
    Review Board approval of a research project intended to explore an area of interest in the
    student’s field of study.

    Note: Successful completion of Senior Seminar is
    achieved upon acceptance of student project plan.
     

    SOSC 242 has replaced CRIM 342, PSYC 342, and SOC
    342; SOSC 341 has replaced CRIM 341, PSYC 341,
    and SOC 341.

  
  • SOSC 482 - Senior Project II


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take SOSC-481
    This course is part 2 of the culminating, capstone experience in the social science
    curriculum. Students will work with a social science faculty member conducting and completing
    a research project exploring an area of interest in the student’s field of study.  This will
    include data collection, analysis, a written paper and a presentation.

    Note: Successful completion of Senior Seminar is achieved upon completion of the student project. 

  
  • SOSC 495 - Practicum


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Take PSYC-101 or SOC-101
    This course is designed as a culminating experience to integrate theory and practice in
    the context of an approved field-based experience under the supervision of the course instructor. 
    Practicum requires completion of 150 clock hours on site along with coursework relevant to the
    student’s field experience.
  
  • SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course introduces the structures of Spanish with emphasis on speaking, listening, and writing skills.
  
  • SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-101; Minimum grade C-
    This course further develops skills in speaking and writing Spanish. Students are introduced to Spanish fiction and non-fiction.
  
  • SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-102
    A continued development of all language skills, this course emphasizes reading and discussion of fiction and non- fiction. Conducted in Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-101; Minimum grade C-
    A continued development of all language skills, this course includes reading and discussion of fiction and non-fiction. Conducted in Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 205 - Spanish For The Health Professions


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-102
    This class is designed for those who want to practice speaking Spanish with a focus on healthcare. There will be dialogues, readings, and other activities to help students develop conversational skills that will be useful not only for volunteers going to a Spanish speaking country but for those assisting Hispanic patients in the U.S.
  
  • SPAN 209 - Hispanic Presence in The United States


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course introduces students to the history, culture, and literature of Hispanics in the United States. The course is taught in English.
  
  • SPAN 297 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-101
    These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
  
  • SPAN 301 - Advanced Spanish I


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-202
  
  • SPAN 302 - Advanced Spanish II


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-301; Minimum grade C
    A continued development of language skills in reading, writing, and speaking. In this class students read and discuss Spanish literature
  
  • SPAN 401 - Advanced Spanish III


    Credits: Three (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN-302
    A continued development of all Spanish skills at an advanced level with special attention to composition.
    Note: Conducted in Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 497 - Special Studies


    Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
    These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptons at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
  
  • SPAN 499 - International/ Spanish Language Internship


    Credits: Three (3) to Six (6)
    Prerequisite: Approval-of and Humanities of Program Director
    This course gives students the opportunity to develop their Spanish language proficiency and their awareness of Hispanic culture. Students who study abroad may intern with an organization in the guest country. Students remaining in St. Louis may intern with local firms and organizations that are involved with Hispanic business, education, or culture.
  
  • SPCH 110 - Oral Communication


    Credits: Three (3)
    This course surveys communication principles and types. The major goal is the development of skills in public speaking. Emphasis is placed on speech organization, audience analysis, and delivery.
  
  • SPLP 510 - Speech Sound Disorders


    Credits: Three (3)
    Participants will work on the etiologies and characteristics of phonological disorders.  Specific types of disorders will be studied along with methods of assessment and treatment for these disorders.
  
  • SPLP 520 - Assessment Issues in Speech Language Pathology


    Credits: Three (3)
    Participants will learn diagnostic processes in the field of communication sciences and disorders. This course will include theoretical foundations of assessment as well as clinical application. Students will identify appropriate assessments, practice giving formal and informal assessments, and participate in diagnostic clinical evaluations.
  
  • SPLP 530 - Acquired Disorders of Language and Cognition


    Credits: Three (3)
    Participants will learn etiologies, characteristics, assessment strategies, and intervention techniques for effective treatment of neurologically based language and cognitive disorders, such as aphasia, dementia, right hemisphere impairment, and traumatic brain injury.
  
  • SPLP 540 - Practicum I


    Credits: Three (3)
    Participants will apply skills learned in academic coursework to this clinical practicum. Direct client contact is required, and participants will be supervised by speech-language pathologists with their clinical certification (CCC-SLP). Participants will be responsible for all aspects of their client’s treatment including planning, treating, communicating with the client and the client’s family, and report-writing.
 

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