Gwynedd Mercy University AY2020-2021 / Undergraduate Academic Catalog
SOC-410 Social Data Analysis ( 3 ) 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 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 . Prerequisites :
SOC-435 Sociology - Social Work Practicum I ( 4-5 ) ( For description , see HSV 435 ) Prerequisites :
SOC-436 Sociology - Social Work Practicum II ( 4-5 ) ( For description , see HSV 436 ) Prerequisites :
SOC-437 Special Topics ( 3 ) Investigation of a selected topic designed to integrate and deepen the students ' comprehension and application of sociology . Prerequisites :
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 . Prerequisites :
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 agencies serving older persons , developing the student ' s interpersonal relations with co-workers and supervisors and enhancing the student ' s personal and professional growth . Prerequisites : Senior status ( Required , Previous ).
SOC-443 Gerontology Field Placement II ( 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 agencies serving older persons , developing the student ' s interpersonal relations with co-workers and supervisors and enhancing the student ' s personal and professional growth . Prerequisites : SOC-442 ( Required , Previous ).
SOC-ELEC1 Sociology Elective Transfer ( 1-4 ) Transfer Elective course ( 100 level course ) Prerequisites : Spanish
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