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Show 410 Women's Studies WS DV3050 Intro to Feminist Theories 1700 - Present (3) Social Work bis emphasis Refer to the Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) section of this catalog for program requirements. » Grade Requirements: Minimum grade of "C" is required in all courses toward and induded in the Sodal Work emphasis (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). In addition, an overall GPA for these courses of 2.50 must be maintained. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 19 credit hours. Course Requirements for BIS Emphasis Social Work Courses Required (19 credit hours) SW SS1010 Introduction to Generalist Sodal Work (3) SW2100 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I (3) SWDV2200 Issues in Diversity (3) SW3100 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II (2) SW 3200 Child and Family Welfare (2) SW 3500 Social Welfare Sc Gerontological Policy Development and Service (3) SW 3700 Social Work Research (3) Social Work departmental honors Please contact the Social Work Department for advisement and permission prior to enrolling in Honors courses. » Program Prerequisites: Enroll in General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors Courses. » Grade Requirements: Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill the requirements for the Social Work major, of which the following courses must be completed on an Honors basis: SW 2100 (3); 3100 (2); 3200 (2); 3900 (3); and select two courses from SW 3500 (3); 3910 (3); 3920 (2); or 3930 (3); for a total of 5 classes. For the remainder of the Social Work Honors major see the chair of the Social Work department. SOCIAL WORK COURSES - SW SW SSI010. Introduction to Generalist Social Work (3) A generalist introduction to the relationships between social systems (individuals, groups, and communities) and the sodal 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 (3) This is the first course in the Human Behavior and the Social Environment sequence. It identifies the rdationships between human developmental stages (from conception to death) and the problems assodated with environmental interactions. Systems and theory are examined in the biological, psychological, and sodologi- cal arenas. Prerequisite: SW SS1010. (It is suggested that LSI020 be taken before or concurrently with SW 2100.) SW DV2200. Issues in Diversity (3) A study of diversity among individuals, groups, communities, and of issues social workers will need to understand when interfacing with diverse populations. SW 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester dass schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized for these elective courses will appear on the student transcript. SW 3000. Death and Dying (3) Sp An in-depth study of death, death-related issues and social institutions and practices dealing with death in American sodety, with special emphasis on the social processes surrounding death and constructive responses to death and dying. Cross-listed with GERT 3000. SW 3100. Human Behavior and the Social Environment II (2) This second course in the Human Behavior and the Social Environment sequence is designed to present basic prindples and fundamental concepts necessary for acquiring and organizing knowledge for pradice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities and on the interaction among these systems. Alternative paradigms on human behavior and the social environment are also explored. Prerequisites: SW 1010,2100 and formal admittance to the Social Work Program. SW 3120. Aging: Adaptation and Behavior (3) F An examination of the physical and psychological processes of aging. The emphasis is upon behavioral and social adaptation to these processes. Cross-listed with GERT 3120. SW 3200. Child and Family Welfare (2) A historical and contemporary examination of child and family welfare issues, and social work intervention strategies. Prerequisite: SW SSI 010. SW DV3320. Ethnicity and Older Women in the American Society (3) F The importance of spedal populations (ethnic, radal and women) as they relate to the aging process. Cross-listed with GERT DV3320. SW 3500. Social Welfare 8c Gerontological Policy Development and Service (3) The history mission, philosophy and human service aspects used in the development of social work/gerontology as a profession will be covered. Examples of social, public and social welfare policy will be identified and studied. Knowledge of local, state, and federal legislation, professional organizations, and membership organizations will assist in review of lobby, funding and implementation pradices used in meeting human service needs. Methods for the political and organizational analysis of processes and policy will be covered. Prerequisite: SW SSI010 or GERT SSI010. (SW/GERT 3500 must be completed before entering Field Practice.) SW 3600. Social Statistics (3) Introduction to analysis and presentation of data. Prerequisite: Meet WSU Quantitative Literacy requirement. Cross-listed with GERT 3600. SW 3700. Social Work Research (3) Social work research and its relationship to social work theory and practice. The class will include content on qualitative, quantitative and single system research methodologies; analysis of data, including statistical procedures; systematic evaluation of practice; analysis and evaluation of theoretical bases, research questions, methodologies, statistical procedures, and conclusions of research reports; and relevant technological advances. The course will also identify how the research curriculum contributes to the student's use of scientific knowledge for practice. Prerequisite: SW SS1010. (Must be completed before entering SW 4861.) Recommended prerequisite: completion of sodal statistics class. Weber State University 2011 -2012 Catalog |