2021-2022 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Courses
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Prerequisites:
A “C-” or higher is required for all prerequisite courses. |
Course Numbering:
100-299 - Lower division Undergraduate
300-499 - Upper division Undergraduate
500-699 - Graduate
700-799 - Doctoral |
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Example: Select “Prefix” NURS and enter 6* in the “Code or Number” field to return all Nursing courses at the 600 level.
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Cross-listed courses have the same educational outcome and the course can be used interchangeably for degree requirements. (Ex. HUM-118 and ENGL-118) Related courses have shared attributes, but because they have different expectations and educational outcomes, may not be utilized interchangeably for degree requirements. (Ex. DSCI-303 and DSCI-503) Both types of courses can be offered at the same times, dates, share a classroom and instructors, etc.
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REHB 110 - Rehb System:Hx, Phil, Laws and Structr
Credits: Three (3)
Students will gain knowledge and a foundational understanding of
the history of rehabilitation as well as the philosophy. This
course will also provide the student with working knowledge of the
Americans with Disabilities Act, Title I, II, andamp; III.
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REHB 220 - Medical Aspects of Disability
Credits: Three (3)
This course will focus primarily on the medical aspects of physical, sensory, and developmental disabilities and some psychosocial aspects including reaction, adjustment, and adaptation to having a disability. The purpose of this course is designed to assist students in developing working knowledge of medical aspects of disability. A rehabilitation service provider does not require in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology. However, in order to provide effective treatment services, rehabilitation service providers must be able to understand medical terminology, the short and long term implications of disability including the functional limitations/abilities and how to communicate effectively about these issues with the person with a disability and a broad array of medical, allied health, vocational, and employment professionals.
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REHB 230 - Communication and Helping Skills
Credits: Three (3)
This course will prepare students to become effective communicators in the helping professions, learning how to communicate across diverse disabilities. This course provides knowledge, acquisition, and implementation of helping skills required in the social service agency environment. Skills taught include: documentation, note writing, staffing, crisis intervention, and skill integration. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 240 - Ind. Living: Consumer and Self Management
Credits: Three (3)
Students will gain knowledge and skills to help the consumer become
involved in their own planning and achievement of their goals.
Students will also learn how to help consumers self- determine and
manage their daily living, housing, transportation and other
independent living needs. Students will gain knowledge of personal
assistance roles, education opportunities for people with
disabilities, further explore the diversity of disability including
the aging population.
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REHB 320 - Vocational Rehab and Employment
Credits: Three (3)
Students will gain knowledge of the Vocational Rehabilitation
System and employment of people with disabilities who utilize
Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Students will gain an
understanding of client status within the VR System as well as the
emphasis on employment and the diverse approaches to work.
Note: Included are Ergonomics and Work-Site Accommodations.
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REHB 330 - Advanced Helping Skills/Practicum
Credits: Three (3)
Students will observe in an agency for 75 hours during the semester
as a Rehabilitation Services Practicum Student and attend a weekly
seminar. The 75 hours of agency experience will be considered the
practicum with focus on observation and orientation to the field,
the profession and the agency. This will include gaining insight
into the eligibility process, assessment, vocational planning,
staffing, documentation, service implementation, retention, and
other related services.
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REHB 340 - Employment And Disability
Credits: Three (3)
The purpose of this course is to convey the history, impact and strategies of Vocationa Rehabilitation and Supported Employment for persons with disabilities. Job site behavior management at the job types of supported employment and special affecting successful employment of persons disabilities will be addressed. Students gain knowledge of the Vocational Rehabilitation System and employment of people
with disabilities who utilize Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Students will gain an understanding of client status within the VR System as well as the emphasis on employment and the diverse approaches to work. Included are Ergonomics and Work-Site Accommodations.
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REHB 400 - Rehb Leadership: Systems Perspective
Credits: Three (3)
Students will learn the foundations of leadership and systems
theory. Students will be able to apply basic leadership skills in
the work place as well as be able to analyze service systems from a
systems perspective.
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REHB 401 - Internship in Rehabilitation Services
Credits: Four (4)
Students work for an average of 20 hours per week on average (total 300 hrs.) for the full semester in a rehabilitation agency and attend a weekly seminar to discuss experiences and develop effective rehabilitation services delivery skills. The student’s agency experience will be primarily in the provision of direct services. In the classroom seminar, through the lectures, discussions, and reflective journals, the students will develop further their skills.
Note: The internship must be supervised by an appropriate supervisor for an average of two hours per week in a one-to-one session.
Prerequisite: REHB-330
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REHB 410 - Psychiatric Case Management
Credits: Three (3)
Students will learn the components of Medicaid case management.
Students will learn how to use a psychiatric assessment to
establish a rehabilitation plan; how to work with consumers in
following and modifying that plan; how to chart effectively so that
the documented service passes quality assurance standards and how
to use supervision and consultation to improve client care.
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REHB 420 - Mental Health and Rehabilitation Service System
Credits: Three (3)
Students will examine major systems of care (SSD/SSI, VR, MH) and explore several models of psychiatric rehabilitation including the Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) and its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) offshoots; the Clubhouse Model developed by Fountain House in New York City; and other psychosocial program models found in Missouri and across the United States.
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REHB 422 - Mental Health and Rehabilitation Service System III
Credits: Three (3)
This course completes the series of courses 420, 421 and 422.
Students will learn gain knowledge about how work impacts the lives
of people with psychiatric disabilities. Students will gain
knowledge of how housing issues, medication and diagnosis impact
successful employment outcomes for people with psychiatric
disabilities.
Prerequisite: REHB-410, REHB-420, and REHB-421
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REHB 430 - History of Independent Living
Credits: Three (3)
Students will gain knowledge of the history of the Independent
Living movement in the St. Louis Region, Nationally, and
Internationally. Students will gain knowledge of how the
Independent Living movement has impacted disability legislation and
affected change in service delivery to people with diverse
disabilities.
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REHB 431 - Substance Abuse
Credits: Three (3)
The purpose of this course is to explore the impact of drug use and/or abuse on the lives of people and to assist students in gaining a realistic perspective of substance use related to problems in society. The course accentuates the impact of addictive substances on the body.
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REHB 440 - Case Management and Independent Living
Credits: Three (3)
Students will learn the components of case management as it relates
to Independent Living programs. Students will learn how to develop
and utilize resources to establish a rehabilitation plan; how to
work with consumers in following and modifying that plan; how to
chart effectively so that the documented services meets quality
assurance standards and how to use supervision and consultation to
improve the independence living experience.
Prerequisite: REHB-430
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REHB 450 - Advocacy And Disability
Credits: Three (3)
Students will gain knowledge of how the disability movement has advanced, how to assist persons with disability in self- advocacy, and how advocacy is utilized by various disability populations. Students will gain working knowledge of a variety of disability advocacy populations: students will select one population to research and become active in over the course of the semester.
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REHB 460 - Personal Services and Disability
Credits: Three (3)
Students will learn the functional skill sets required to deliver
and monitor effective personal services to people with
disabilities. Included in the course is the history and impact of
personal service delivery on the lives of people with disability as
they move to independent living.
Prerequisite: REHB-430, REHB-440, and REHB-450
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REHB 470 - Assistive Technology
Credits: Three (3)
Students will learn about assistive technology services and local agencies. Students will examine specific areas of assistive technology for mobility, independent living, and community integration for people with disabilities. Students will make structured site visits to selected, representative agencies and resources in the St. Louis metropolitan area that serve adults with physical disabilities.
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REHB 560 - Working with Children and Adolescents
Credits: Three (3)
This course will involve an exploration of various issues facing children and adolescents and the implications for rehabilitation counselors. Students will be introduced to multiple perspectives for working with children and adolescents within the contexts of individual, family, and group therapy. Topics include: child and adolescent development, assessment, current directions in research, psychiatric diagnosis, psychotropic medication, approaches to intervention and therapy, and working with multiple providers and larger systems. Students will also examine their assumptions about children, adolescents, and families and how those assumptions impact therapeutic processes and practices.
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REHB 561 - Foundations of Rehabilitation Counseling
Credits: Three (3)
This rehabilitation foundations course acquaints the student with the legislative, historical, and philosophical roots of rehabilitation counseling. Emphasis will be placed on understanding ethics in rehabilitation counseling and professional counseling issues. Topics covered include Federal and State mandates for rehabilitation of individuals with disability, progress of the profession in rehabilitation towards these mandates, the basic principles of counseling and the varied services as well as organizational structures to assist individuals with disability. A cross-disability and multicultural focus will be presented throughout the course; therefore, a broad base of disability categories will be presented and discussed including physical, emotional, cognitive, and sensory disabilities. The course will introduce the student to the professional expectations, values, and ethical standards of the profession of rehabilitation counseling. Students will have an opportunity to explore their own thoughts, feelings and perceptions about issues related to the disability community. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 563 - Counseling and Personality Theory
Credits: Three (3)
This course will focus on the major techniques and theories of personality and related counseling approaches to help students define their personal approach to therapy. Students will learn various personality and counseling theories in detail, including methods of assessment, intervention, and evaluation of benefit associated with each theory. Students will also explore and clearly elucidate personal values, and integrate these values into their own concept of personality and counseling. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate the ability to think critically, strive to culturally effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 564 - Medical Aspects of Rehabilitation
Credits: Three (3)
Graduate course in understanding medical conditions commonly encountered in counseling practice. Understanding information presented in medical files. This course increases the students’ knowledge of the medical and functional implications of disabilities. Curricular components include neurological impairments, orthopedic disabilities, sensory disabilities, chronic illness, surgical and medical conditions, and other physical disabilities. Attention will be given to the diagnostic and prognostic judgments in assessing the individual’s functional strengths. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 565 - Culture/Psychological Aspects of Disability
Credits: Three (3)
An overview of multicultural perspectives, developmental stages and psychosocial aspects is presented. Particular attention is given to how these factors influence perceptions and reactions to disability. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 566 - Issues in Counseling
Credits: Three (3)
Students will explore a host of issues for which clients attend counseling. Major issues of focus will include but are not limited to chemical dependency, trauma, violence, child abuse and neglect, and loss and grief. Students will learn how these issues affect client well-being, interpersonal relationships, and social role functioning. This course will also provide students with methods of assessment and intervention to assist clients with adjustment to life circumstances, to positive change, and promote health and happiness. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate the ability to think critically, strive to culturally effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 567 - Case and Disability Management
Credits: Three (3)
This course examines the skills necessary to become effective in case management. Case finding, caseload management, service coordination, case referral, consumer advocacy, managed care, cost containment, community partnerships and ethical decision making are topics that will be discussed. Also to be reviewed is disability management, including accessibility and accommodation issues for a safe workplace, and health promotion through education and consultation. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 568 - Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Credits: Three (3)
This course will involve the study of the impact of significant mental health disorders on the individual, family, and society. Particular emphasis will be placed on the individual experience of psychiatric disability and factors that facilitate role functioning and recovery. Students will develop a working knowledge of diagnostic nomenclature and criteria based upon the current classification system of psychiatric disorders (the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition. This will involve an examination of the genetic, biochemical, psychosocial, and developmental issues related to psychopathology. The course focuses on rehabilitation interventions in collaboration with clinical treatment and peer support. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate the ability to think critically, strive to culturally effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 570 - Substance Abuse Assessment and Treat
Credits: Three (3)
This comprehensive course involves an exploration of the major components of substance abuse assessment and treatment. Areas of focus will include: screening and assessment, intake, treatment planning, case management, individual, group, and family therapy, and relapse prevention. Students will learn about the contexts through which substance abuse services are provided and various theoretical frameworks, perspectives, and the implications for clinical practice.
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REHB 600 - Counseling Skills and Practicum
Credits: Three (3)
Students will work on average 10 hours per week (for a total of 150 hours) in an agency for the full semester and attend a weekly seminar. The focus of the practicum experience is on orientation to the field, the profession and the agency. Another part of the experience will involve interviewing and counseling skill development. The concurrent class will provide further opportunity to practice and review interviewing and counseling skills, and to participation in group supervision. Students will be required to examine their personal values and to heighten their awareness of cultural difference. The practicum must include a minimum of 1 hour, one-on-one supervision per week with an appropriate supervisor. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate that they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice. The Counseling Skills and Practicum course must be taken within the first year of coursework. REHB 600 must be completed with a 3.0 or better to continue in the program. Failure to meet the grade point expectation will require meeting with faculty advisor to determine program status. Termination from the program may result from unsuccessful completion of the practicum. Successful completion of REHB 600 is required to register for further Rehabilitation Counseling coursework.
Note: REHB 600 must be completed with a 3.0 or better to continue in the program. Failure to meet the grade point expectation will require meeting with faculty advisor to determine program status. Termination from the program may result from unsuccessful completion of the practicum. Successful completion of REHB 600 is required to register for further Rehabilitation Counseling coursework.
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REHB 601 - Internship and Seminar
Credits: Three (3)
Students will work for an average of 20 hours per week (and complete a minimum of 300 hours for the entire semester) in a rehabilitation setting. At least forty percent of these hours (or 120 hours) will include direct client contact, while the remaining sixty percent of these hours (180 hours) can be indirect client contact. Students will attend a weekly seminar to discuss their experiences and to develop and increase effective counseling skills. Students will be required to complete readings from professional journals related to their internship experiences. The student’s agency experience must be primarily in the provision of direct counseling services. The internship must include a minimum of one hour, one on one, face-to-face supervision per week with an appropriate supervisor. In the classroom seminar, through lectures, group supervision, discussions, and role-playing, students will further develop their clinical skills. (In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice).
Note: The internship must be supervised by an appropriate supervisor for an average of one hour per week in a one-to-one session.
Prerequisite: REHB600
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REHB 602 - Advanced Internship and Seminar
Credits: Three (3)
Students will work for an average of 20 hours per week (and complete a minimum of 300 hours for the entire semester) in a rehabilitation setting. At least forty percent of these hours (or 120 hours) will include direct client contact, while the remaining sixty percent of these hours (180 hours) can be indirect client contact. Students will attend a weekly seminar to discuss their experiences and to develop and increase effective counseling skills. Students will be required to complete readings from professional journals related to their internship experiences. The student’s agency experience must be primarily in the provision of direct counseling services. The internship must include a minimum of one hour, one on one, face-to-face supervision per week with an appropriate supervisor. In the classroom seminar, through lectures, group supervision, discussions, and role-playing, students will further develop their clinical skills. (In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.)
Note: Continuation of professional journal readings will be expected.
Prerequisite: REHB-601
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REHB 604 - Research Methods and Rehabilitation
Credits: Three (3)
This course is designed to give students an understanding of basic concepts in research, including theory, design, variables, measurement, hypothesis testing, methodology and validity. The focus of the course is on conceptual rather than computational aspects of research. The student will learn how to design outcome studies and performance management with an appreciation of stakeholder involvement. Opportunities and threats associated with the evidence-based practice movement will be debated. Students will develop knowledge and skills to critically evaluate the applicability of research to practice. Students will explore their values and beliefs about the role of research in rehabilitation counseling and their identity as a scientist-practitioner. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 605 - The Individual, Family and Rehabilitation
Credits: Three (3)
This course provides an understanding of individual development, the family life style, communication patterns, family and relational dynamics, systems theory, and interventions for appropriate use of family resources. Focus is given to developing specialized skills for working with individuals and families of disability and to appreciating the critical issues related to relationships in the rehabilitation process. An overview of family therapy theories is presented to add to the knowledge of family dynamics and development. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 610 - Family Studies and Issues
Credits: Three (3)
This course involves investigation and discussion of major issues currently experienced by families. This advanced course will focus on the implications of these issues on family therapy and intervention approaches. Students will also explore their personal lenses and how they affect services. In addition, students will concentrate on advocacy and the implementation of the course objectives outside of the classroom.
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REHB 611 - Issues in Substance Abuse
Credits: Three (3)
This course will address major issues and trends associated with substance abuse and addiction. Students will study the impact of substance abuse as it relates to individuals, families, groups, communities, and society. Specific areas of concentration will include: the historical development of substance abuse, costs (i.e., personal, familial, societal, economic, etc.), etiological perspectives, considerations with various populations (e.g., people with disabilities, GLBT, etc.), societal trends and responses, concepts of drug regulation, prevention, and education, and social policy. This course will contribute to students’ awareness of substance abuse as a major issue in rehabilitation counseling.
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REHB 615 - Couples Therapy and Enrichment
Credits: Three (3)
This course will involve an exploration of theoretical approaches to couples therapy and enrichment. Students will learn the theoretical foundations, processes, and practices associated with these models. In addition, students will explore methods of prevention, education, and enrichment, research findings, major issues that impact relationships, and ethical considerations.
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REHB 662 - Evaluation and Assessment
Credits: Three (3)
An examination of the methods of evaluation and assessment of the individual is provided including an overview of standardized tests, personality instruments, interest inventories, the use of observation, interviews, rating scales and situational assessments. Cultural difference sensitivity is developed for all evaluation methods. This course discusses the need for a comprehensive assessment of the individual to identify the capacity for rehabilitation. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 663 - Career Development, Work, and Disability
Credits: Three (3)
Career development theories are reviewed and applied to case studies with discussion of the implications for vocational assessment and planning. The psychosocial and economic aspects of work are presented and students are required to analyze the financial implications of employment for a Social Security Disability beneficiary. Students will study the changing world of work and learn how to access occupational information. Disability specific content includes reasonable accommodations, assistive technology, and accessibility surveys. The role of the rehabilitation counselor in promoting active client involvement is emphasized. The course includes a focus on social justice, public policy, and innovative career development interventions. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 664 - Applied Theory and Multiculturalism
Credits: Three (3)
This course will provide an opportunity to examine personal and theoretical worldviews with an emphasis on the importance of transferring theory into practice. Paralleling the emphasis on the application of theory will be the analysis and evaluation of the multicultural competencies (a. awareness of own assumptions, values, andamp; biases; b. understanding the worldview of culturally different clients; andamp; c. developing appropriate intervention strategies andamp; techniques). In addition, research, ethical concerns, and a disability perspective will be interwoven throughout the course to highlight its connection to theory and multiculturalism.
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REHB 665 - Job Development and Placement
Credits: Three (3)
Job Development/Placement is designed to instruct students in the specific competencies, techniques, and theories related to placement and employer development. Students are provided opportunities to learn about processes that integrate placement into rehabilitation counseling process. The course provides specific activities that focus on identifying and serving clients in new and innovative service delivery models. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate they are thinking, feeling, and acting critically, ethically, and culturally to strive for effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 666 - Group Process
Credits: Three (3)
The dynamics of group interaction are examined from both theoretical and practical perspectives with particular emphasis on group counseling with individuals with disabilities. Topics addressed include types of groups, marriage and family concerns, leadership styles, counselor roles and models of problem resolution. The student acquires practical experience as both a member and leader of the groups. In conjunction with course content, discussion, and assignments, students will demonstrate the ability to think critically, strive to culturally effective rehabilitation counseling practice.
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REHB 670 - Foundations of Family Therapy
Credits: Three (3)
This course will introduce students to the field of family therapy. In addition to learning about its history and development, students will explore the philosophical and theoretical foundations upon which family systems therapy is built. Students will be introduced to the modernist (classic) models of family therapy including the concepts and methods associated with those frameworks to the principles of job development, placement and supported employment.
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REHB 675 - Advanced Family Theory and Therapy
Credits: Three (3)
This advanced course addresses current and emerging theoretical frameworks, perspectives, and issues in the field of marriage and family therapy. Students will be introduced to postmodern and constructivist approaches including associated processes and practices. In addition, students will explore special topics related to working with families. These include but are not limited to: child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, employment, disability and children and adolescents. This course also involves an exploration of students’ personal philosophies and the relationship of beliefs and assumptions to clinical practice.
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REL 208 - Intro to Sacred Texts
Credits: Three (3)
This course introduces students to sacred texts of the world’s religions.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 209H - Religious Issues in Literature
Credits: 4
Students will examine and respond to literature from various cultural perspectives in order to understand and appreciate the role of religious issues in that literature, particularly the relationship between religion and cultural identity, cultural conflict, tradition, and questions about faith.
General Education Area: Humanities
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
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REL 211 - Jesus In The Gospels I
Credits: Three (3)
This course studies the portrayal of Jesus given by the first two evangelists, Matthew and Mark.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 212 - Jesus In The Gospels II
Credits: Three (3)
This course studies the portrayal of Jesus given by the evangelists Luke and John.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 265 - Comparative Religion and Culture
Credits: 3
The course introduces the basic beliefs and practices of the major religious cultures of the world. By comparing these beliefs with their own, students better understand their own beliefs and practices and become aware of how people of other cultures think and act religiously. Students develop a tolerance and an appreciation for other cultures and a basis for fuller international awareness and understanding.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: HUM-265
Related Courses: HUM-465 and REL-465
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REL 297 - Special Studies
Credits: 1-4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. More information can be requested from the department.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 301 - Religion, Death and Dying
Credits: Three (3)
The course addresses human suffering and dying. Is suffering destructive or creative, and what transformations make the difference? This course addresses the topic from a multicultural perspective.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 326 - Psychology of Religious Experience
Credits: Three (3)
This course investigates the experiences of those who claim to find God and examines the relation or non-relation between psychological maturity and deep Christian spirituality.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 328 - Women in Sacred Writing
Credits: 3
This course provides an in-depth study of the historical roots and societal context of women’s religious experience in the traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. By using the Hebrew scriptures, the Christian New Testament, and the Islamic Koran, students explore the major contributions women have made and are making in humanity’s ongoing effort to understand and interpret faith.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: HUM-328 and WGS-328
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REL 340 - The Bible and Literature
Credits: Three (3)
A study of some of the most important literary forms and pas- sages from the Hebrew and Christian Bibles, exploring how these texts have influenced imaginative literature in the English, American, and Continental literary traditions.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: ENGL-340
Prerequisite: ENGL-101
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REL 346 - The Bible, Literature and the Arts
Credits: Three (3)
This course provides an opportunity for students to explore Biblical themes, not only in the Hebrew and Christian scriptures but also in vernacular literatures, art, and music.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: HUM-346
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REL 350 - 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.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: HUM-350
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REL 365 - American Religious Experience
Credits: Three (3)
This course studies many expressions of religion in American culture. Students consider the impact of the American experience on religion, the role of religion in the American experience, the religion and state controversies, and contemporary religions.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 375 - Religions in St. Louis
Credits: Three (3)
This class introduces students to the wide variety of religious faiths practiced in St. Louis. Field trips will be taken to several houses of worship, where students will have an opportunity to meet religious leaders. Also, guest lecturers from various faith traditions speak to the class.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: HUM-375
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REL 421 - Survey of the Christian Tradition
Credits: Three (3)
A look at how the community founded by Jesus Christ evolved into the churches of today.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 434 - Contemporary Theologians
Credits: Three (3)
The course explores the thought of such contemporary religious thinkers as Bultmann, Barth, Tillich, Bonhoeffer, Rahner, Congar, Teilhard de Chardin, and Harvey Cox.
General Education Area: Humanities
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REL 465 - Comparative Religion and Culture
Credits: 3
The course introduces the basic beliefs and practices of the major religious cultures of the world. By comparing these beliefs with their own, students better understand their own beliefs and practices and become aware of how people of other cultures think and act religiously. Students develop a tolerance and an appreciation for other cultures and a basis for fuller international awareness and understanding.
General Education Area: Humanities
Cross-listed: HUM-465
Related Courses: REL-265 and HUM-265
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REL 496 - Independent Study
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
General Education Area: Humanities
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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REL 497 - Special Studies
Credits: 1-4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. More information can be requested from the department.
General Education Area: Humanities
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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SALS 499 - Practical Experience/ Internship II
Credits: 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.
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: PHYS-105
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SCI 120 - Physics of Light & Sound Waves
Credits: Three (3)
This course covers basic concepts of light, color,visual phenomena, and the physical principles involved in the descrption, generation, and production of sound .
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: PHYS-120
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
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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.
General Education Area: Science
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SCI 132H - Energy and Our World
Credits: 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. The course will have lab components woven into the course.
General Education Area: Natural Science, Quantitative Reasoning
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: BIOL-140
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SCI 208H - Global Infections
Credits: 4
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.
General Education Area: Natural Science, Quantitative Reasoning
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: PHYS-222
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SCI 250 - Simulations in Science
Credits: Three (3)
Simulations in 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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Prerequisite: CHEM-104, BIOL-118, or PHYS-154
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SCI 297H - Honors Special Studies
Credits: 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.
Fall 2021: Science of Climate Change
Climate Change will be the greatest challenge facing humanity in your lifetime. In this course we will investigate key issues and concepts including: physical principles of the global climate system; climatic changes over time; interconnections between the biosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere; carbon-cycling, the chemistry of the “greenhouse” effect, and energy policy nationally & globally; biospheric changes over the last 100 years and implications for human food supply; and political and personal challenges to meaningful action. Weekly readings, online research, possible field trips, community interviews, and other activities will help students build a foundation from which to create a public-education event and resource to educate others about the issues.
General Education Area: Natural Science, Quantitative Reasoning
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: ADAH-337
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
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SCI 496 - Independent Study
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
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SCI 498 - Advanced Topics Seminar
Credits: 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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Related Courses: BIOL-498, CHEM-498
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SOC 101 - Social Analysis and Thought
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.
General Education Area: Social Science
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
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SOC 201 - Social Issues in a Changing World
Credits: Three (3)
This course examines major social problems, including violence, sexual deviance, poverty, and health care issues.
General Education Area: Social Science
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SOC 202H - Exploring Social Issues
Credits: 4
The design of this course is such to allow for a systematic exploration of complex social issues. We will give attention to various social issues and learn how the discipline of sociology offers us a framework for understanding them.
Note: This course fulfills the requirement of SOC 101.
General Education Area: Social Science
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
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SOC 210 - Careers in Social Science
Credits: 1
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
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SOC 241 - Social Issues and Storytelling
Credits: 3
This course will explore social issues and storytelling methods and narrative techniques presented in the first season of David Simon’s landmark television series The Wire. Many critics believe that this series is one of the most well-written and compelling television series ever written because of the diversity of characters and the thematic breadth of each episode.
Cross-listed: ENGL-241
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SOC 241H - Social Issues and Storytelling
Credits: 4
This course will explore social issues and storytelling methods and narrative techniques presented in the first season of David Simon’s landmark television series The Wire. Many critics believe that this series is one of the most well-written and compelling television series ever written because of the diversity of characters and the thematic breadth of each episode.
General Education Area: Humanities, Social Science
Cross-listed: ENGL-241H
Prerequisite: Membership in the Bascom Honors Program
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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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: WGS-251
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or SOC-202H
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SOC 297 - Special Studies
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.
General Education Area: Social Science
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or SOC-202H
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SOC 305 - Family Violence Through the Lifespan
Credits: Three (3)
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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: CRIM-305
Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-202H, or CRIM-102; Minimum grade C-
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SOC 321 - Cultural Relativism and Social Deviance
Credits: Three (3)
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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: CRIM-321
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
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SOC 322 - Criminological Theory
Credits: Three (3)
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.
General Education Area: Social Science
Cross-listed: CRIM-322
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
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