330 » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill the requirements for the Gerontology major, of which at least 20 credit hours must be completed on an Honors basis. A student may receive Departmental Honors credit in any upper division Gerontology course with the exception of 4860, 4861, or 4862. In addition, complete the Gerontology Honors senior project of 2 credit hours. Permission from the department chair must be sought before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement will be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit (see the Honors Program). GERONTOLOGY » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses used toward the minor/emphasis (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 17 credit hours. Course Requirements for Minor/ BIS Emphasis/Non-Degree Certification Gerontology Courses Required (11 credit hours) Geront SS1010 Intro to Gerontology (3) Geront DV3320 Ethnicity & Older Women in America (3) Geront 3500 Gerontological Development & Policy (3) Geront 4860 Field Practicum (2) Gerontology Electives (6 credit hours) Select two courses from the following 4 courses Geront 2220 Intro to Social Gerontology (3) Geront 3000 Death & Dying (3) Geront 3120 Aging: Adaptation & Behavior (3) Geront 4650 Retirement: Adjustment / Planning (3) GERONTOLOGY COURSES Geront SS1010. Introduction to Gerontology (3) A study of physical, psychological, social-psychological, and social dimensions of aging and the application of principles and strategies to facilitate adaptation to aging. Emphasis is placed on methods of gathering knowledge, the current knowledge base, and strategies for adaptation in the later stages of life cycle. Geront 2220. Introduction to Social Gerontology (3) A scientific study of social and psychological aging and the application of principles and strategies to facilitate adaptation to aging. The focus is on methods and systems for gathering data, demography of aging, social theoretical perspectives, psychological effects of aging, aging and the economy, and government and the politics of aging. Geront 2900. Current Topics on Aging (2-4) A study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. Geront 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Geront 3000. Death and Dying (3) An in-depth study of death, death-related issues and social institutions and practices dealing with death in American society, with special emphasis on the social processes surrounding death and constructive responses to death and dying. Geront 3120. Aging: Adaptation and Behavior (3) An examination of the physical and psychological processes of aging. The emphasis is upon behavioral and social adaptation to these processes. Geront DV3320. Ethnicity and Older Women in the American Society (3) The importance of special populations (ethnic, racial and women) as they relate to the aging process. Geront SI3400. Methods of Research: Social and Behavioral Research (4) Focus on acquiring knowledge, developing skills, and conducting social and behavioral scientific research, utilizing single system design that includes visual and statistical assessment. The course will include both qualitative methodologies (evaluative research, historical methods, case studies, field research, ethnography studies, and grounded theory) and quantitative methodologies (experimental and survey with a special emphasis on survey). Geront 3500. Social Welfare St 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 practices used in meeting human service needs. Methods for the political and organizational analysis of processes and policy will be covered. Prerequisite: SoclWk SS1010 or Geront SS1010. (SoclWk/ Geront 3500 must be completed before entering Field Practice). Geront SI3600. Social Statistics (3) Introduction to analysis and presentation of data. Prerequisite: Meet WSU Quantitative Literacy requirement. Geront 4220. Societal Responses to Aging (3) This course is designed to cover aspects of retirement relating to job change or discontinuance. The processes, events, social roles, and phases of life will presented. Geront 4650. Retirement: Adjustment/Planning (3) This course is designed to cover aspects of retirement relating to job change or discontinuance. The processes, events, social roles, and phases of life will presented. Geront 4830. Readings and/or Projects (2-4) Individual readings and/or projects for the senior Gerontology major (with the approval of the instructor) with a maximum of four (4) credit hours possible. Geront 4860. Introductory Field Practicum (2) Introductory experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences. Prerequisites: Geront SS1010, 3320 and 3500; must be a declared major or minor. Geront 4861. Advanced Field Practicum (2) Advanced experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences. Prerequisites: Geront SI3400, 3500, 4860, and must be a declared major or minor. Geront 4862. Specialized Field Practicum (2) Specialized experience in the world of work in a gerontology setting whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences. Prerequisites: Geront SI3600, 4861, and must be a declared major or minor. Geront 4900. Current Topics on Aging (2-4) An in-depth study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. Geront 4920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Geront 4990. Senior Seminar (2) Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques for obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Prerequisites: Geront SS1010, 3320, 3400, 3500 and 3600. Department Sociology and anthropology Chair: Dr. Rosemary Conover Location: Social Science Building, Room 114 Telephone Contact: Carol Jensen 801-626-6241 Professors: Brooke Arkush, Jerry H. Borup, Rosemary Conover, L. Kay Gillespie, Ron Holt; Associate Professors: Linda Eaton, Brenda Marsteller Kowalewski, Robert Reynolds, Huiying Wei- Arthus; Assistant Professors: Richard N. Hutchinson, Thomas Kearin, A. Marjukka Ollilainen S0CI0I Sociology Coordinator: Robert Reynolds Telephone Contact: Carol Jensen 801-626-6241 uociology is the study of social life and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. Sociology's subject matter ranges from the study of dating and marriage to the hostile mob, from crime to religion, from the study of race relations and the inequalities of social class to the shared beliefs of common cultures. Sociology offers something for every serious student who wishes to embrace its perspective, methodology, and theoretical orientation. Sociology is a popular major for students planning futures in such professions as law, business, education, architecture, politics, public administration, and a myriad of other professions. Sociology provides a rich fund of knowledge, a new way of looking at everyday phenomena, and a range of research techniques which can be applied to the profession the student pursues in life. For a career with the title of "Sociologist," a Master's Degree or a Ph.D. is usually required. sociology major or Sociology Teaching Major BACHELOR DEGREE (B.S. OR B.A.) » Program Prerequisite: Not required for the Sociology major. Sociology Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department). » Minor: Required » Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of "C" in courses counted toward the major (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable) and an overall GPA of 2.00. Also refer to the general grade require- 331 ments for graduation under General Requirements. Sociology Teaching majors must achieve an overall GPA of 3.00 for admission to the Teacher Education Program. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation, 40 of which must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 and above). A minimum of 36 Sociology credit hours are required for the major. Transfer students can transfer up to 18 hours from an acceptable Sociology program. Only 6 of the 18 hours can be lower division. Advisement Sociology majors are assigned to a faculty advisor and are encouraged to meet with that advisor annually for course and program advisement. Call 801-626-6241 for additional information. Teaching majors are encouraged to also consult with advisors in the College of Education (call 801-626-6269). (Also refer to the Department Advisor Referral List.) Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 18). There are no special admission or application requirements for the Sociology major. Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). General Education Refer to pages 35-40 for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following General Education course will fulfill both General Education and program requirements: Soclgy SS/DV1010. Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Required Program Courses (27 credit hours) Soclgy SS/DV1010 Principles of Sociology (3) Soclgy 3030 Sociological Theory - Classical (3) Soclgy 3250 Deviance & Social Control (3) Soclgy SI3600 Social Statistics (3) Soclgy SI3660 Sociological Research (3) Soclgy 4030 Sociological Theory - Contemporary (3) Soclgy 4900 Senior Capstone Course (3) Select two of the following Soclgy 3000 Social Psychology (3) Soclgy DV3010 Social Stratification (3) Soclgy 3020 Social Organizations (3) Sociology Electives (9 credit hours) Select 9 credit hours from one of the following areas of emphasis or one course from 3 different emphases. • Deviance and Criminology Soclgy 3260 Juvenile Delinquency (3) Soclgy 3270 Criminology (3) Soclgy 4270 Sociology of Law (3) Soclgy 4990 Seminar in Sociology (3) Urban Sociology Soclgy 3840 Soclgy DV3850 Soclgy 4850 Soclgy 4990 Cities and Urban Life (3) American Minorities in Urban Settings 3 Demography: Population & Society (3) Seminar in Sociology (3) • Organizational Studies Soclgy 3540 Small Groups & Leadership (3) Soclgy 3550 Complex Organizations (3) Soclgy DV4550 Sociology of Work (3) Soclgy 4990 Seminar in Sociology (3) Genera/ PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science A Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT DG PRENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts & Humanities COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business A Econ MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC Health Professions CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Sciences Q ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY- ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Continuing Ed Davis Campus Weber State University Weber State University