308 309 Senior AunaffiL Geront 482 Geront 422 Anthro 310 Senior W Geront 482 ChFam 240 $m»$Wm*m~mmm* Geront 482 2 Geront 499 2 ChFam 440 4 Gerontology DEPARTMENTAL HONOURS ^^. » Program Prerequisite: Enroll in the General Honours Programme and complete 10 hours of General Honours courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog). » Grade Requirements: Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill the requirements for the Gerontology major, of which at least 20 credit hours must be completed on an Honours basis. A student may receive Departmental Honours credit in any upper division Gerontology course with the exception of 482.* In addition, complete the Gerontology Honours senior project of 2 credit hours. * Permission from the department chair should be sought before registering in a course for Honours credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honours credit. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) Gerontology Minor BIS EMPHASIS AND NON-DEGREE CERTIFICATION » 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 23 credit hours. Course Requirements for Minor/ Emphasis Gerontology Courses Required (17 credit hours) Introduction to Gerontology 5 Gerontological Developmt & Policy 3 Ethnicity and the Aging Process 3 Societal Response to Aging 3 Field Practicum 3 Gerontology Electives (select two courses, 6 credit hours) Geront SS222 Introduction to Social Gerontology 3 Geront 312 Aging: Adaptation and Behavior 3 Geront 320 Economy of Aging 3 Geront 465 Retirement: Adjustment/Planning 3 GERONTOLOGY COURSES-GERONT Geront SSlOl Geront 265 Geront 332 Geront 422 Geront 482 SSlOl. Introduction to Gerontology (5) 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. SS222. 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. 265. Gerontological Development and Policy (3) National awareness, historical growth and policy development in response to gerontology in the United States will be covered. Specific examples will include social and health insurance, White House conferences, legislation, Administration on Aging, National Institute on Aging, scientific and applied groups, and the financing of programs. Prerequisite: Geront 101. 266. Methods of Research: Theoretical and Historical Foundations (4) Introduction to the scientific foundations and methods of gerontology. 290. Current Topics on Aging (2-6) A study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 300. 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. 312. 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. 320. Economy of Aging (3) This course provides knowledge about types and amounts of fixed income available to America's older persons. It includes ideas and methods for effectively helping the elderly person meet the serious problems related to income limits and inflation. 332. Ethnicity and the Aging Process (3) A study of the importance of ethnicity and social policy on the social functioning of older people. 360. Social Statistics (4) Introduction to analysis and presentation of data. 365. Older Women in American Society (3) An awareness of the events, obstacles, failures and successes of older women in American society will be studied. Specific attitudes of individuals and society concerning the life-style of current and future older women will be explored. 422. Societal Responses to Aging (3) A study of how aging, as a dimension of social organization, touches every life, every home, every community, and every relationship. 465. 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 be presented. 466. Methods of Research: Application and Practice (3) The application and practice of the scientific method as applied to gerontology research. Prerequisite: Geront 266. 482. Field Practicum (2-10) Provides an opportunity in the world of work whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences. (Maximum of 10 hours applied toward graduation.) Prerequisites: Geront 101, 265, and 332; must be a declared major or minor. 483. Readings and/or Projects (2-6) Individual readings and/or projects for the senior Gerontology major (with the approval of the instructor) with a maximum of six (6) credit hours possible. 490. Current Topics on Aging (2-6) An in-depth study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 499. Senior Seminar (2) Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques in obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Prerequisities: Geront 101, 265, 332 and 360. Department SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY Chair: Dr. Rosemary Conover Location: Social Science Building, Room 114 Telephone Contact: Carol Jensen 626-6241 Professors: Jerry H. Borup, Dean Collinwood, Rosemary Conover, Daniel T. Gallego, L. Kay Gillespie; Associate Professors: Brooke Arkush, Linda Eaton, Ron Holt; Assistant Professors: Homa Firouzbakhch, Thomas Kearin, Brenda Kowalewski, Robert Reynolds, Huiying Wei-Arthus. SOCIOLOGY Coordinator: Daniel T. Gallego Telephone Contact: Carol Jensen 626-6241 Sociology 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 of a Ph.D. is usually either desirable or 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 in this catalog). » Minor: Required. » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in Sociology courses (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable) in addition to an overall GPA for these courses of 2.25 or higher. Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 32 of this catalog. Sociology Teaching majors must achieve an overall GPA of 3.00 for admission to the Teacher Education program. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 183 credit hours is required for graduation — a minimum of 51 of these is required within the major. A total of 60 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 300 and above) — 24 to 33 of these are required within the major. Advisement Sociology majors are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. Call 626-6241 for additional information or to schedule an appointment. Teaching majors are encouraged to also consult with advisors in the College of Education (call 626-6269). Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 30 of this catalog). 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). Core and General Education Refer to pages 32-36 of this catalog for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following General Education courses will fulfill both General Education and program requirements: Soclgy SSlOl and SS102 Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Sociology Courses Required (39 credit hours) Soclgy SSlOl Soclgy 226 Soclgy 250 Soclgy 266 Soclgy 301 Soclgy 302 Soclgy 303 Soclgy 360 Soclgy 402 Soclgy 403 Soclgy 466 Principles of Sociology Sociology of Deviance Introduction to Social Psychology Introduction to Research Methods Social Stratification Social Organizations Sociological Theory-Classical Social Statistics Social Change Sociological Theory-Contemporary 4 Applied Research Methods 3 Sociology Electives (12 credit hours) Select 12 credit hours from one of the following emphases. • Deviance and Criminology Soclgy Soclgy Soclgy Soclgy Soclgy SS102 326 327 427 470 Urban Sociology Soclgy 285 Soclgy 385 Soclgy 410 Soclgy 470 Soclgy 485 Geogr 341 Social Problems Juvenile Delinquency Criminology Sociology of Law Contemporary Issues Sociology of Cities Sociology of Urban Life American Minorities Contemporary Issues Demography: Pop & Society Land Use Planning Techniques • Organizational Studies Soclgy 255 Soclgy 340 Leadership in Organizations Small Group Behavior 3 3 3 3 3 3 GEN ED & CORE COURSES Interdisciplinary HONOURS/BIS LIBSCI WS Applied Science & Technology PRENGR CS EET MFET MET CMT DG AUTOSV AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts & Humanities COMMUN ENGL FORLANG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business & Econ MPACC ACCTNG BUSADM LOG FIN MGMT MKTG ECON IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM HEALTH NUTRI PE REC EDUC CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS HIM MRSCI NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY SE BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Sciences CJ GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO MILSCI AEROSP NAVSCI Weber State University Weber State University