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2007-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • SOC 351 - Criminology (C)

    Focuses on theories of crime, juvenile delinquency and justice, laws, systems of criminal behavior, victimization, and corrections.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Cross-listed: CJUS 351

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 392 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SOC 410 - Methods of Social Research (C)

    An examination of the research process, including research design, questionnaire construction, interviewing techniques and the analysis and interpretation of data.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: SOC 100 or 150, and SOC 309

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 416 - Contemporary Sociological Theory

    A critical examination of current developments in sociological theory.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 422 - Issues in Contemporary Indian Life (C)

    An analysis of current American Indian life including inquiry into government policies, economics, and social adjustment to non-Indian society, and cultural changes as these relate to Indian citizens on and off the reservation.

    Cross-listed: AIS 422

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 423 - Social Stratification (C)

    A study of the bases, varieties, changes, and consequences of systems of stratification. Major attention is directed to social class patterns in American society.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Note
    Registration restriction: Six hours of Sociology

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 430 - Culture and Personality

    An investigation of relationships between culture, social structure, and personality. Current research in anthropology, social psychology and sociology is utilized.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Six hours of Sociology or Anthropology

    Cross-listed: ANTH 430


    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 432 - Collective Behavior and Social Change (C)

    A social psychological study of such phenomena as social unrest, milling, collective excitement, crowd behavior and mass movements.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 433 - Leadership and Organizations (C)

    Emphasis is on the emergence of leadership patterns, group dynamics, small groups, and leadership in management.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 434 - Public Opinion and Propaganda

    Social forces related to the formulation and change of opinions on public issues are studied, and the role of propaganda is examined.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 440 - Urban Sociology (C)

    A study of the urban community, focusing on its development, social structures and institutional patterns.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 442 - Advanced Social Psychology

    Application to social psychological research and theory to the study of contemporary social issues.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC/PSYC 241

    Cross-listed: PSYC 442

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 450 - Race and Ethnic Minorities

    An examination of ethnic and cultural minorities in American society. Particular attention is directed to the etiology and consequences of prejudice and discrimination.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 452 - Prisons and Penology

    Study of the history and theory of justice and the treatment of the adult and juvenile offender, considering the processes from trial through execution of sentence.

    Cross-listed: CJUS 452

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 455 - Juvenile Delinquency (C)

    A study of the youthful offender and the causes and consequences of delinquent behavior; preventive and rehabilitation programs are also discussed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Cross-listed: CJUS 455

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 456 - Community Corrections (C)

    An examination of the history of adult and juvenile treatment and punishment. Emphasis is upon contemporary community based treatment as well as traditional prison-based incarceration. The process of sentencing, particularly the role of the pre-sentence investigation (PSI) is covered. Special attention is devoted to internship and career possibilities in the corrections arena.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 351

    Cross-listed: CJUS 456

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 458 - Sociology of Aging (C)

    Comprehensive study of the aged population in American society. Including discussions of socio-demographic changes, life course issues, relevant social policy, and cross-cultural comparisons.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 460 - Advanced Criminology (C)

    An extensive examination of major criminological issues and theories including sociological definitions of crime.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 351

    Cross-listed: CJUS 460

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 462 - Population Studies (C)

    A study of human populations with respect to size, distribution, and structure, with emphasis on theories of population growth and decline, population policies, and impacts on the environment

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 480 - Sociology of Education

    An examination of educational systems from a sociological point of view. The social organization of the American public school, and the relations between the school and the community are emphasized.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Six hours of Sociology

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 481 - Sociology of Family

    A study of the family as a social institution, major family types, cross cultural comparisons and relations of the family to other institutions.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100

    Credits: 3


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  • SOC 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollments are generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Six hours of Sociology

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SOC 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SOCW 200 - Field of Social Work

    Provides an introduction to the profession of social work, including where it is practiced, ways of working, philosophy, and functions. The course also provides a current and historical examination of the nature and scope of the social welfare system in the United States and its functions.

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 210 - Social Work Interactional Skills

    The course focuses on students gaining understanding and mastery of interactional helping skills used by social workers in generalist practice. Students learn through lecture, in-class exercises, and role play.

    Note
    SOCW 210 may be taken before SOCW 200

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 300 - Child Welfare

    Services and programs available to children and their families in the United States are studied. Areas of study include adoption, foster care, day care, mental health, protective services for abused and neglected children and services for the developmentally delayed child. Discussion of generalist practice of issues in the child welfare field is provided.

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 310 - Social Work Practice I

    The first of the professional courses taken only by students formally admitted to the major. This course provides beginning generalist social work practice knowledge and skills, problem solving and interventive processes with primary attention to generalist social work practice with individuals and families.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: SOCW 200 and 210

    Note
    Registration restriction: Admission to the major

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 320 - Social Work Research Methods

    The course will provide students with research methods and skills to build knowledge for practice; evaluate their own practice through research processes; and to evaluate service delivery in all areas of social work practice. Students will learn both qualitative and quantitative methodologies and research designs for scientific inquiry into the above areas.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: SOCW 200 and 210

    Note
    Registration restriction: Admission to the major

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 321 - Statistical Applications in Social Work

    This course will prepare students to accurately evaluate social work interventions and asses practices evidence on which to base intervention decisions through the use of statistical procedures. The purpose of this course is to provide a basic understanding and application of statistics as used in social work practice to evaluate social work research, and interventions and social work practice.

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 330 - Social Work Practice II

    The second course in the practice sequence that provides students with knowledge and skills to practice generalist social work with small groups, communities, and organizations. Practice methods taught include: linkage, advocacy, consultation, social action and change.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOCW 310

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 340 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I

    The first course in a two-semester course sequence that focuses on knowledge of individuals as they develop over the life span, and knowledge of biological, social, psychological, and cultural systems as they impact on human behavior. The focus of this course is on knowledge and theory needed by social workers as they conduct generalist social work practice with individuals and families.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: SOCW 200 and 210

    Note
    Registration restriction: Admission to the major

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 341 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II

    The second course in a two-semester course sequence, and is a continuation of the course content of SOCW 340. This course focuses on the knowledge and theory relating to generalist social work practice with groups, organizations and communities.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOCW 340

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 400 - Social Policy

    A study of the development, and limitations of social welfare/social policy that authorizes and regulates the delivery of social welfare and social services programming in the United States. A strong emphasis is placed on students gaining an understanding of, and knowledge and skill in the analysis of social policy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: POLS 100 and SOCW 200

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 422 - Social Work: Aging Persons

    The course considers needs of aging persons including rural and minority persons and the service network which responds to needs and problems of those persons. It also provides the student with the understanding of generalist practice skills for use with aging persons and discusses policy issues which affect service delivery.

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects in Social Work. Student complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SOCW 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes special topics or particular issues in social work. Topics which are offered include social work in mental health settings, children and family services, social work with aging persons, evidence-based practice in the health professions, and statistical applications in social work.

    Credits: 3


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  • SOCW 496 - Field Experience (C)

    A semester long (420 clock hour) field experience in a social service agency, as well as a weekly classroom component that has the purpose to assist students to integrate the knowledge and skills learned in the curriculum of the major with the field experience. Students apply generalist social work knowledge, values, and skills in direct practice with individuals, groups, communities and organizations under the supervision of an agency based social work field instructor. Weekly written assignments, a journal, supervisory sessions and field instruction meetings with fellow students are included in this course.

    Credits: 12


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  • SPAN 101 - Introductory Spanish I (C)

    Introduces the fundamental elements of Spanish sentence structure and vocabulary. Promotes speaking, listening and writing within a cultural context. Class work may be supplemented with required aural/oral practice outside of class.

    Credits: 4


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  • SPAN 102 - Introductory Spanish II (C)

    Introduces the fundamental elements of Spanish sentence structure and vocabulary. Promotes speaking, listening, and writing within a cultural context. Class work may be supplemented with required aural/oral practice outside of class.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 101

    Credits: 4


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  • SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I (C)

    Students use previously learned elements of fundamental Spanish to improve speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Authentic materials promote the understanding of Hispanic culture.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 102

    Credits: 3


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  • SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II (C)

    Continuation of SPAN 201 with more emphasis on using grammar structures in an interactive way. Further study of the Hispanic world. Students planning to major or minor in Spanish are encouraged to take SPAN 212 concurrently.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 201

    Credits: 3


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  • SPAN 211 - Intermediate Oral Practice I (C)

    Conversational work, oral reports. May be taken concurrently with SPAN 201, SPAN 202.

    Credits: 2


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  • SPAN 212 - Intermediate Oral Practice II (C)

    Conversational work, oral reports. May be taken concurrently with SPAN 202.

    Credits: 2


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  • SPAN 291 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPAN 311 - Integrated Writing, Conversation and Grammar I (C)

    Part of a 2-course sequence of SPAN 311/312. May be taken out of order. Content based on grammar, conversation, composition, and translation.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 202

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPAN 312 - Integrated Writing, Conversation and Grammar II (C)

    Part of a 2-course sequence of SPAN 311/312. May be taken out of order. Content based on grammar, conversation, composition, and translation.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 202

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPAN 350 - Spanish for Business Communications

    An introduction to the Spanish language of everyday business dealings and an overview of practical and relevant information necessary for people doing business in Spanish-speaking countries.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: SPAN 202

    Credits: 3


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  • SPAN 411 - Advanced Oral Practice I in Spanish

    Continuation of readings in Spanish American literature with discussion in Spanish.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 311

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPAN 412 - Advanced Oral Practice II in Spanish

    Further development of language skills which lead to greater control of speaking and writing in Spanish.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPAN 311

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPAN 433 - Spanish Civilization & Culture (C)

    Geography, history, politics, and arts of Spain.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPAN 438 - Latin American Civilization

    A study of the geography, politics, history, customs and arts of Latin America. All readings and class interactions are exclusively in Spanish.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPAN 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPAN 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Credits: 1-6


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  • SPAN 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPAN 496 - Field Experience (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course.

    Credits: 1-6


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  • SPCM 101 - Fundamentals of Speech (C)

    Introduces the study of speech fundamentals and critical thinking through frequent public speaking practice, including setting, purpose, audience, and subject.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 201 - Interpersonal Communication (C)

    Studies modes of interpersonal communication through readings, and experiential discussions of the role of interpersonal communications in common situations within our society.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 203 - Communication Symbols & Society

    Explores the purpose and scope of human communication by focusing on the role of nonverbal, visual and verbal symbols and signs in creating and reflecting social and cultural reality. Includes an introduction to communication theory, rhetorical theory and analysis, and a comprehensive examination of symbolic expression.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 215 - Public Speaking (C)

    Sharpens students skills in platform speaking events, covering the preparation for and delivery of competitive speaking formats including oral interpretation, persuasive, expository, impromptu, extemporaneous, and after dinner speaking.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 222 - Argumentation and Debate (C)

    Explores argument as a communication activity, construction sound arguments in a variety of venues and analyzing the contribution of argument to public dialogue on contemporary issues.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 240 - Oral Interpretation

    Studies the theory and practice of the performance of texts, the artistic, aesthetic, and carefully considered sharing of our personal understanding of a literary selection with an audience. Involves the analysis, planning, rehearsing, and effective sharing of meaning with an audience.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 281 - Speech and Debate Activities (C)

    Initiates active participation in competitive public speaking, including debate, oral interpretation, and non-competitive public performances.

    Credits: 1-4


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  • SPCM 290 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 305 - Communication Research (C)

    An exploration of basic theoretical and practical principles of quantitative and qualitative research methods in the study of communication. Students learn to form research questions; work with resources such as academic journals, popular culture, and the Internet; use recognized research formats; and write research proposals.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 310 - Business and Professional Speaking

    Practice on oral and written communication activities in the workplace, with emphasis on the simulation of workplace conditions in structured exercises, with particular attention to making effective formal presentations; participating in group decision making; advocacy of positions in a persuasive manner; and effective use of technology.

    Cross-listed: BADM 365

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 320 - Communication in Interviewing (C)

    Provides an in-depth study of the interviewing process, including information gathering, persuasion, appraisal, and employment interviews. Emphasizes theoretical knowledge from the perspectives of both the interviewer and interviewee, as well as skill development in interviewing techniques.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 376 - Instructional Training

    This course provides instruction and practical experience in training others in various areas of speech communication. Generally involves work with SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech, although work with other courses, including interpersonal, organizational, etc. are sometimes available. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPCM 101

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 381 - Intercollegiate Forensics

    Participation in intercollegiate speech and debate activities for continuing students. May be repeated, not to exceed three credits.

    Credits: 1


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  • SPCM 390 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Credits: 1-6


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  • SPCM 401 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication

    Advanced study of contemporary issues introduced in SPCM 201 that have significant impact on interpersonal relationships (e.g., health communication, abusive communication, deception, etc.). Students develop an understanding of current social science research, methods, and theories related to cultural, social, lifestyle and personal dynamics in communication relationships.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPCM 201 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 405 - Theories of Communication (C)

    Examines communication theories and philosophies, emphasizing clarification through theory of daily communication processes, and relating theory to traditional and developing research methods.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 407 - Critical Studies in Popular Culture and Communication

    Critically examines the communicative practices and social force of popular culture, including sports, politics, media, music, art, advertising, social fads, etc., through various theoretical and rhetorical perspectives.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 410 - Organizational Communication (C)

    Explores communication processes in organizational contexts, theories of leadership, decision making and conflict, the application of principles that facilitate communication in organizations, and other selected topics.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 412 - Advanced Organizational Communication

    A focused, in-depth, and applied field study approach serving as an extension of the introductory course in organizational communication. Communication in real organizations is diagnosed with strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions for more effective communication strategies being identified in each organization under analysis.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPCM 410

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 415 - Communication & Gender (C)

    A study of gender theories as well as gendered communication practices within the contexts of interpersonal and organizational relationships and social and cultural forces.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 417 - Political Communication (C)

    Studies the rhetoric of selected political figures, movements, and campaigns that have changed lives and culture. Students develop an understanding of rhetorical strategies and their cultural impact within public life.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 420 - Organizational Communication and Technology

    Overviews the social and behavioral effects of computer-mediated communication technologies (CMC) on human interaction in interpersonal, small group, and organizational contexts.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 422 - Persuasion (C)

    Develops conceptual understanding of persuasion dynamics by analyzing theories, perspectives, and research findings while improving skills in critically analyzing the role of persuasive message in society and culture.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 425 - Philosophy of Human Communication

    Provides comprehensive overview of the development of rhetorical theory and criticism from ancient Greece to the present. Studies the role of rhetorical discourse through history.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 434 - Small Group Communication (C)

    Explores prominent concepts and theories of human small group interaction, cultivating critical assessments of communication strategies in task, social, and therapeutic groups.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 443 - Internship in Speech Communication

    Supervised work assignment in an organization, where communication will be applied to fulfill role requirements.

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    Registration restriction: Completion of core SPCM courses (except SPCM 405), 6 hours in emphasis, and Instructor consent

    Credits: 1-6


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  • SPCM 460 - Family Communication (C)

    Studies systems of relational communication in a variety of family contexts, with particular emphasis on stability, continuity and change. The role of family in personal, social, and cultural development is studied, as well as changing family dynamics of power, myth, ritual, and connection.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 468 - Communication Practices: Oral to Electronic

    An examination of oral, written, and electronic literacy as major shifts that have transformed social communication practices. The course will journey from Homer to Homepages to focus on the presence and importance of these literacies in contemporary societies.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 470 - Intercultural Communication (C)

    A study of theoretical dimensions of intercultural communication as well as specific characteristics of intercultural study. Emphasis is placed on complex, mindful, creative and invitational communication, which welcomes diversity and its richness.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 475 - Human Resource Training and Development

    This course assists students in acquiring expertise in construction and execution of communication training and development activities for in-house trainers and independent consultants. It includes effective strategies and current trend information for human resources training and development.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 476 - 7-12 Speech Methods

    A study of the theory, research, and methods of communication pedagogy at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Emphasizes the practical and theoretical approaches to creating a learning environment, developing course objectives and content, and implementing effective teaching-learning strategies. Particular emphasis is given to the basic course in communication studies.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Junior standing

    Cross-listed: SEED 411

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 485 - Communication and Conflict Resolution (C)

    A study of theoretical and practical strategies for individual and group conflict resolution. Specific training in critical analysis, listening, and communication strategies for mediation, negotiation, and other conflict resolution forums are explored. Illustrative simulations based on family, industry, and social conflicts are used to develop a clearer understanding of conflict management.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 487 - Team Building and Group Decision Making

    A study of the role of teams, teamwork, and decision making in organizational groups. Combines theoretical knowledge with effective strategies for improving group activity. Focuses on the development and maintenance of cohesiveness and productivity, the facilitation of change, and dynamic group-centered problem-solving.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPCM 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Credits: 1-6


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  • SPCM 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPCM 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-5


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  • SPCM 494 - Internship (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Credits: 1-16


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  • SPED 100 - Introduction to Persons with Exceptionalities (C)

    A survey of the various exceptionalities and implications of education; the history and philosophy of special education; and state and federal legislation affecting special education.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 200 - Introduction to Mild Disabilities

    Providing educational services to students with mild disabilities, in multi-categorical resource programs. Includes issues of etiology, characteristics, identification, placement, instructional planning and delivery to students with learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, mental disabilities and other mild disabilities.

    Credits: 2


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  • SPED 202 - Survey of Behavioral Disorders (C)

    Etiology and characteristics of emotional/behavioral disorders and the impact of this disability on the learning process.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPED 100 or 300

    Credits: 1


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  • SPED 260 - Introduction to Behavior Management

    Introduction to operant and other behavior management techniques focusing on their application in special education and integrated settings.

    Credits: 3


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