Courses
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SSS 202: Introduction to Sociology
3 cr.
The principal concepts, methods and terminology of sociology. The relation of culture to group activities and an analysis of some of the major social institutions.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 10:00–10:50 | AL217 |
SSS 203: Juvenile Delinquency
3 cr.
Delinquency in the United States; extent and significance, causal analysis, juvenile court and techniques of prevention and treatment.
Prerequisite: SSS 202.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
SSS 204: Social Problems
3 cr.
The nature, types and extent of social problems in contemporary society: crime, divorce, war and urbanization.
Prerequisite: SSS 202.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 3:00–3:50 | AL308 |
SSS 301: American Family
3 cr.
A study of societal changes which affect families, interpersonal relationships and intra-family relationships including effective communication, knowledgeable choices regarding marriage, parenting, divorce, family crisis, and aging. Special emphasis is placed on principles that enable the family to maintain Godly and productive relationships in the home and in society.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 10:00–10:50 | SC126 |
SSS 305: Science: Impact on Society
3 cr.
The impact of science and technology on our world, with special emphasis on environmental and public policy issues.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 8:00–8:50 | SC136 |
SSS 418: History of Religion in America
3 cr.
A survey of the major religious developments in the United States from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the transition from a predominant Protestant orthodoxy to religious pluralism. The course examines both the ideas of religious movements and the impact on American society.
This course is not offered this academic year.
SSS 498: Field Studies: International Culture
2 cr.
On-location study of history, art, music, architecture, political structure, and educational system and facilities in a foreign country. Not applicable toward teacher education program requirements.
This course is not offered this academic year.
SSS 499: Field Studies: International Culture
3 cr.
On-location study of history, art, music, architecture, political structure, and educational system and facilities in a foreign country.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
SSS 504: Cultural Anthropology
3 cr.
The components of culture and how they affect individual behavior. Problems of cross-cultural individual behavior; and problems of cross-cultural contact, particularly for the missionary.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 8:00–8:50 | AL306 |