676 College of Social and Behavioral Sciences GERT 4830 - Readings and/or Projects Credits: (2-4) Individual readings and/or projects for the senior Gerontology major (with the approval of the instructor). May be repeated once for a maximum of 4 credits. GERT 4860 - Introductory Field Practicum Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Introductory experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisite: GERT 1010 , GERT 3320 and GERT 3500 ; must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4861 - Advanced Field Practicum Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Advanced experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisite: GERT 3400 , GERT 3500 , GERT 4860 , and must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4862 - Specialized Field Practicum Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Specialized experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisite: GERT 3600 , GERT 4861, and must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4900 - Current Topics on Aging Credits: (2-4) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] An in-depth study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. May be repeated once for a maximum of 4 credits. GERT 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated up to 3 times for a maximum of 4 credits. GERT 4990 - Senior Seminar Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques for obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Prerequisite: GERT 1010 , GERT 3320 , GERT 3400 , GERT 3500 and GERT 3600 . Course Descriptions - SW Department of Social Work and Gerontology SW 1010 SS - Introduction to Generalist Social Work Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem, lst Blk, Online] Spring [Full Sem, lst Blk, Online] Summer [Full Sem, Online] A generalist introduction to the relationships between social systems (individuals, groups, and communities) and the social welfare networks which impact them, including the role of the social work profession. Open to all Weber State University students. SW 2100 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem, 2nd Blk, Online] Spring [Full Sem, 2nd Blk, Online] Summer [Full Sem, Online] This is the first course in the Human Behavior and the Social Environment sequence. It identifies the relationships between human developmental stages (from conception to death) and the problems associated with environmental interactions. Systems and theory are examined in the biological, psychological, and sociological arenas. Prerequisite: (It is recommended for Social Work Majors that SW 1010 be taken before or concurrently with SW 2100. It is also suggested that ZOOL 1020 be taken before or concurrently with SW 2100.) SW 2200 - Issues in Diversity Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] A study of diversity among individuals, groups, communities, and of issues social workers will need to understand when interfacing with diverse populations. Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog