356 GERT 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 (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisites: GERT SS1010, 3320 and 3500; must be a declared major or minor. GERT 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 (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisites: GERT SI3400, 3500, 4860, and must be a dedared major or minor. GERT 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 (90 hours at approved agency). Prerequisites: GERT SI3600, 4861, and must be a declared major or minor. GERT 4900. Current Topics on Aging (2-4) Su An in-depth study on age related topics of current interest. Spedfic title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. GERT 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. GERT 4990. Senior Seminar (2) F Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques for obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Prerequisites: GERT SSI010, 3320, 3400, 3500 and 3600. DEPARTMENT Sociology and Anthropology Chain Dr. Rosemary Conover Location: Social Science Building, Room 114 Telephone Contact: Carol Jensen 801-626-6241 Professors: Brooke Arkush, Rosemary Conover, Linda Eaton, L. Kay Gillespie, Ron Holt, Brenda Marsteller Kowalewski, Huiying Wei-Arthus; Associate Professors:Thomas Kearin, A. Marjukka Ollilainen, Robert Reynolds; Assistant Professor: Autumn Behringer; Instructor Marcie Goodman Sociology Sociology Coordinator: Dr. Huiying Wei-Arthus Telephone Contact: Carol Jensen 626-6241 wociology is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. Sodologists investigate the strudure of groups, organizations, and societies, and how people interact within these contexts. Since all human behavior is social, the subject matter of sociology indudes, but is not limited to, street crime and delinquency, corporate downsizing, how people express emotions, welfare or education reform, how families differ and flourish, divisions of ethnicity, gender and sodal dass, religious cults, medidne, media, and other social phenomena. Because sociology addresses the most challenging issues of our time, it is a rapidly expanding fidd whose potential is increasingly tapped by those who craft polides and create programs. Few fields have such broad scope and relevance for research, theory, and application of knowledge. Sociology is a popular major for students planning futures in such professions as law, business, education, architecture, politics, public administration, urban planning and development, human services, and a myriad of other professions. It also provides a solid foundation for pursuing graduate degrees in rdated fields. Although a career as a sociologist requires a Master's Degree or PhD, an undergraduate education in sodology can be applied to almost any profession a student pursues. Sociology Major or sociology teaching major bachelor's degree (bs or ba) » Program Prerequisite: Not required for the Sociology major. Sociology Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and licensure 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). Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 38. 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, of which 40 must be upper division credit hours (courses numbered 3000 and above). A minimum of 36 Sodology credit hours are required for the major. Transfer students who are majoring in Sociology can transfer up to 18 hours from an acceptable Sociology program. Only 9 of the transferred 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 Jerry and Vickie Moyes College of Education (call 801-626-6269). Admission Requirements Dedare your program of study (see page 18). There are no special admission or application requirements for the Sociology major. Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and licensure requirements (see Teacher Education Department). General Education Refer to pages 38-43 for either Bachdor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following course will fulfill General Education, Diversity and program requirements: SOC SS/DV1010. Course Requirements for BS or BA Degree Required Program Courses (18 credit hours) SOC SS/DV1010 Introduction to Sociology (3) SOC 3030 Sociological Theory - Classical (3) SOC SI3600 Social Statistics (3) SOC SI3660 Sociological Research (3) SOC 4030 Sociological Theory - Contemporary (3) SOC 4900 Senior Capstone Course (3) Sociology Electives (select 6 courses, 18 credit hours, only one of which can be lower division) SOC SS/DV1020 Social Problems (3) American Social Institutions: Past, Present, & Future (3) Courtship and Marriage (3) Social Psychology (3) SOC SS1030 SOC 1110 SOC 3000 Weber State University 2007 - 2008 Catalog