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Course Name
Long Title
Min Credits
Description
Requisites
SOC-400
Social Work Research Methods
3
A critical examination of research methods found in both quantitative and qualitative sociology . Foundations of research , including research design , ethics , conceptualization , measurement and the logic of sampling , leading to the creation of a proposal for original research by the student . Outside exercises also familiarize students with different research methods , techniques of observation and the reading and evaluation of published research . ( Offered Fall semester only .)
SOC-4000 Capstone
3
With the permission of the Human Services Program Coordinator , senior level students will be provided the opportunity to demonstrate skills learned throughout the Human Services degree program . Through writing assignments , role play , lecture , site visits , portfolio development , and a service project that contributes to the field , students will demonstrate their mastery of the program goals for the Human Services degree .
This course introduces the logic and practice of secondary data analysis in social research . It focuses on five topics : ( 1 ) how to formulate research problems based on literature review ; ( 2 ) how to
SOC-410
Social Data Analysis
3
turn research problems into hypotheses that are empirically testable ;
( 3 ) how to test research hypotheses through statistical analysis of survey data ; ( 4 ) how to use a mixed methodology with both interview and survey data , and ( 5 ) how to present research findings in written as well as oral form .
SOC-435
Sociology - Social Work Practicum I
4
( For description , see HSV 435 )
SOC-436
Sociology - Social Work Practicum II
4
( For description , see HSV 436 )
SOC-437
Special Topics
3
Investigation of a selected topic designed to integrate and deepen the students ' comprehension and application of sociology .
SOC-439
Independent Study
3
Qualified advanced students may arrange independent study in areas not covered by existing courses . Registration is with consent of the involved faculty and permission of the Division Chairperson , the Dean of Arts and Sciences , and the Vice President for Academic Affairs .
SOC-442 Gerontology Field Placement I 3
With the permission of the chairperson , senior students will participate , under supervision , in a direct experience in selected facilities / programs / agencies serving older adults . The field experience aims at increasing the student ' s knowledge of facilities , programs and Take 90 credits . ( Required , Previous ). agencies serving older persons , developing the student ' s interpersonal relations with co-workers and supervisors and enhancing the student ' s personal and professional growth .