Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma
Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma
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<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong><br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>, 2012 - 2013<br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> Course Descriptions<br />
SOC 5243 - Social Deviance<br />
This course defines social deviance, analyzes theories <strong>of</strong> deviance,<br />
examines social reactions to and social control <strong>of</strong> deviance, and<br />
looks at the effects <strong>of</strong> deviant identity. The above information then<br />
is applied to an understanding <strong>of</strong> several specific types <strong>of</strong> deviance,<br />
e.g., child abuse, alcoholism, suicide. Prerequisite(s): SOC 2103<br />
and 6 hours <strong>of</strong> sociology.<br />
SOC 5403 - Social Ecology And Demography<br />
An analysis <strong>of</strong> population movements and their effects on ecological<br />
and demographic factors in the society.<br />
SOC 5443 - Social Stratification<br />
Theories <strong>of</strong> class and caste; wealth, status, and power; the American<br />
class system. Prerequisite(s): 9 hours <strong>of</strong> sociology.<br />
SOC 5463 - The Abused<br />
This course is designed to equip students preparing for work in the<br />
helping pr<strong>of</strong>essions to identify symptoms <strong>of</strong> abuse, and other forms <strong>of</strong><br />
trauma, and to design and carry out treatment plans specifically developed<br />
to ameliorate resultant maladaptive behavior patterns. Matters <strong>of</strong><br />
etiology, symptomology, and treatment techniques are examined with<br />
particular emphasis on research and theory. rerequisite(s): <strong>Graduate</strong><br />
standing in a program in the social and behavioral sciences, or in<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional helping areas, and an introductory course in chemical<br />
dependency studies.<br />
SOC 5513 - Contemporary Social Movements<br />
Contemporary Social Movements covers the tools for the analysis<br />
<strong>of</strong> social movements (collectivities egaged in promoting or resisting<br />
change within society).<br />
SOC 5573 - Sociology Of Childhood/Adolescence<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> the group phases <strong>of</strong> childhood, child welfare, and the<br />
sociological analysis <strong>of</strong> child and adolescence.<br />
SOC 5633 - Social Welfare Policy<br />
Social Welfare Policy will provide students with an understanding <strong>of</strong><br />
state and federal social welfare policies and the impact they have on<br />
special populations (particulary those in poverty). In addition, students<br />
will learn the theoretical bases for social welfare policies and analyze<br />
them from economic, political, and human services perspectives.<br />
SOC 5693 - Sociological Theory<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> both classical and contemporary sociological theorists.<br />
Emphasis is on understanding the biographical, social, and philosophical<br />
context <strong>of</strong> theory. An understanding <strong>of</strong> how to apply various<br />
sociological perspectives is also presented. Prerequisite(s): SOC<br />
3103 or 3633 or 4243.<br />
SOC 5773 - Sociological Research<br />
This course teaches students a variety <strong>of</strong> research designs used<br />
in social research, e.g., experiments, quasi- experiments, and correlational<br />
designs. The merits and shortcomings <strong>of</strong> each technique<br />
are reviewed, as well as related issues such as reliability and validity,<br />
correlation vs. causation, generalizability, the relationship between<br />
theory and research, and ethical considerations. Students also<br />
learn to design and implement several research projects. The major<br />
emphasis in this course is quantitative research design, with some<br />
attention given to qualitative research procedures. Prerequisite(s):<br />
Undergraduate degree in sociology or related areas.<br />
SOC 5900 - Practicum In Sociology<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOC 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOC 5920 - Workshop in Sociology<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest<br />
speaker, etc. A grade <strong>of</strong> “P” or “F” is given.<br />
SOC 5930 - Individual Study In Sociology<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOC 5940 - Field Study<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 9 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOC 5950 - Internship In Sociology<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study. Supervised practical experience gained<br />
in a pr<strong>of</strong>essional field by an advanced or graduate student.<br />
SOC 5960 - Institute In Sociology<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOC 5970 - Study Tour In Sociology<br />
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field<br />
<strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOC 5990 - Thesis In Sociology<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SOCIAL STUDIES (SOST)<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> History & Geography<br />
SOST 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
SPANISH (SPAN)<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> Modern Languages, Literature &<br />
Cultural Studies<br />
SPAN 5203 - Readings In Spanish Culture And Civilization<br />
Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours <strong>of</strong> Spanish.<br />
SPAN 5223 - Advanced Spanish Grammar<br />
Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours <strong>of</strong> Spanish.<br />
SPAN 5303 - Women Writing In Spanish America<br />
This course provides a comprehensive overview <strong>of</strong> Spanish American<br />
literature by women writers from diverse periods and geographic<br />
regions <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.<br />
Concepts introduced include issues influencing women’s roles in<br />
Spanish America, such as silencing, otherness, and mythical images<br />
<strong>of</strong> women leading to the formation <strong>of</strong> false identities. These<br />
notions and others are considered in relation to influential political<br />
and religious institutions <strong>of</strong>ten regarded as instruments <strong>of</strong> oppression.<br />
Prerequisite(s): 17 hours in Spanish and permission <strong>of</strong> the instructor.<br />
SPAN 5403 - Contemporary Spanish American Drama<br />
This course introduces students to Spanish American dramatic works<br />
dating from approximately 1950 to the present. Among the topics to<br />
be explored are the concepts <strong>of</strong> socially-committed theater, political<br />
oppression, dehumanization, lack <strong>of</strong> communication, and the isolation<br />
<strong>of</strong> the individual from self and society. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours<br />
<strong>of</strong> Spanish and permission <strong>of</strong> the instructor.<br />
SPAN 5900 - Practicum In Spanish<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
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