Courses of Instruction

Opposite each course title are printed three numbers, such as 3-2-4. The first number indicates the number of regular classroom hours for the course each week; the second number indicates the number of laboratory hours per week; and the third number indicates the hours of credit awarded for the successful completion of the course.

The College reserves the right to cancel or delete any course with insufficient enrollment.

ANTH 1103. Introduction to Cultural Anthropology                                                                           3-0-3

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Examines various types of human society. While an introduction is provided to the four fields of anthropology: archaeology, cultural anthropology, linguistics, and physical anthropology; the major emphasis is placed on the study of human culture. (F,S)

Prerequisites: POLS 1101 or  SOCI 1101, or permission of the instructor.

Introduces the study of the institutions and processes of the criminal justice system, including the legislature, law enforcement, attorneys, courts, and corrections. An emphasis is placed upon inter-component relations and checks and balances within the system. Discussion of relevant philosophical models of the criminal justice system is included. (S)

Prerequisite: SOCI 1101

Examines criminal behavior, theories of deviance, and social control. Considers the relationship between individual deviance and social disorder. Includes analysis of criminal statistics as well as models of treatment and prevention. (F)

Prerequisite: SOCI 1101

Investigates the history and origins of the correctional process through the organizational structure, the treatment procedures, and the control and management of institutions, jails, and detention facilities. (F)

Prerequisite: SOCI 1101

Examines the nature of juvenile delinquency as well as the significant causal theories and models of treatment and prevention. Includes analysis of delinquency statistics and relationships among selected social indicators. 

Prerequisite: PSYC 1101, or permission of instructor.

Introduces the historical, philosophical, and organizational aspects of teacher education. Includes a 32-hour practicum of primary, middle, and/or secondary classroom observation. (F,S)

Prerequisite: EDUC 2203 and PSYC 2103

Introduces the history, practices, advances, problems, and challenges encountered in the education of exceptional children. Ten hours of on-site observation are required. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Introduces the study of world geography with attention given to demographic, political, cultural, economic, and environmental characteristics of regions of the world. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Introduces the basic principles of geography as related to the physical elements of the human environment and area distribution throughout the world. Includes maps and locations, weather, climate, and natural resources. (F,S)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Surveys the history of civilization from its beginnings through the ancient, classic, and medieval eras to 1650 C.E. Although Western civilization and its antecedents in the Mediterranean basin receive the most intense study, Indian, Far Eastern, and Islamic civilizations are also given extensive consideration. (S)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Surveys the history of civilization in the modern era from 1650 C.E. to the present. While the perspective of the course is global, the development of Western ideals and institutions and their expansion on a world-wide scale serve as the basic organizing principles of the course. A continuation of HIST 1111 but may be taken independently. (F)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Surveys the history of colonial America and the United States from the first European encounters with the New World through the Civil War and Reconstruction. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Surveys United States history from the Reconstruction era to the present. A continuation of HIST 2111 but may be taken independently. (F,S,M)

HIST 3345. Business and Economic History of the United States                                                                             3-0-3

Prerequisite: HIST 2111 or HIST 2112

Surveys Umited States economic history from colonial times to the present. Special emphasis will be placed on the dynamic growth of American industrial power in the second half of the 19th century, and on the development of  American economic relationships within the global economic community.

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Inquires into the art of knowing. Examines the questions of meaning, truth, reality, freedom, life, morality, and religion. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Introduces the principles and standards for thinking and communicating clearly and effectively. Topics include: theories of meaning, uses of language, common causes of confusion and error in thought and argument, and evaluation of arguments. (F)

PHIL 1103. Introduction to World Religion                                                                                                                   3-0-3

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Studies selected world religions with primary concentration on the origin and major periods of the scriptural and doctrinal development of three religions. (S)

Ethics and Workplace                                                                                                                                                        3-0-3

Prerequisite: PHIL 1101

A Study of ethical issues in voluntary associations, business, and society, with special emphasis on corporate responsibility, regulation of business, and the protection of workers, consumers, and the environment in commercial and non-commercial operations.

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Surveys the structure and operation of the American federal government, the state government of Georgia, and American local government. (F,S.M)

POLS2101. Introduction to Political Science                                                                                                               3-0-3

Introduces the nature and study of politics, including an examination of the basic concepts of the discipline, such as law, government and the states. Attention is also given to the various institutions and processes of government and politics through which law and policy are made. (S)

Prerequisite: POLS 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Introduces the study of state and local government, with emphasis on the constitution, government, and political culture of Georgia. The place of state and local government in the federal system, the importance of state and local government to political liberty, models of state and local government, and special public policy problems faced by states and local communities today will also be considered. When possible, the course will include presentations by officials in Georgia government, or local government. (F)

Prerequisite: POLS 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Examines the methods by which major western governments govern and, more specifically, their formulas for dispersing power, both horizontally and vertically. The United States, Canada, Great Britain, Germany, and France, among others, will be discussed. Special attention will be given to the major problems of post-industrial societies and the "New World Order."

Prerequisite: POLS 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Introduces the field of contemporary international relations and foreign policy. Topics covered include problems of war and peace, such as the Cold War and the Arab­Israeli disputes; conflict and cooperation; the role of international organizations, such as the United Nations; United States­Soviet and United States­Third World Relations.

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Introduces the study of psychology as quantitative science and as an aid to the understanding of self and others. Includes consideration of learning principles, personality, conflict and adjustment, tests and measurements, biological bases of behavior and group phenomena. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Surveys the dynamics of both normal and non-integrative adjustment. Includes a study of conflicts, fears, anxiety, and frustration with emphasis on mental hygiene, building emotional stability, and preventing mental illness. (F,S)

Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Surveys human development from conception to death. Emphasizes physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and moral developmental expectations. Major theoretical and research contributions are also considered. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Surveys psychology as used in industrial, educational, criminal justice, and community settings, with an emphasis on research methods and experimental principles.

PSYC 2250. Abnormal Psychology                                                                                                                                 3-0-3

Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Examines the psychology of deviations from the normal in behavior. Emphasis is upon dynamic factors in the development of differential psychological disorders. (F,S)              

PSYC 3370. Industrial/Organizational Psychology                                                                                                        3-0-3

Prerequisite: PYSC 1101

Examiines the application of psychological principles, concepts, theory, and research to the work setting. Emphasis will be placed on the individual in the work environment and the process required for organizational effectiveness.        

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Introduces the study of race, ethnicity, class, gender, religion, language, sexual orientation, and physical abilities/disabilities, and how these structures/perspectives have shaped the experiences and discourses of Americans. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: READ 0098, unless exempt.

Examines human social behavior. Topics covered include culture, social inter-action, deviance, social classes, social change, politics, religion, and the family. This course also considers the principal perspectives in sociology for interpreting everyday events and for interpreting the social structures of society. (F,S,M)

Prerequisite: SOCI 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Introduces the study of the social and cultural origins of significant problems in society, such as racism, sexism, poverty, and crime, as well as other urban and environmental problems. An emphasis is placed on American problems, but problems in other societies are also considered. Some of the solutions to social problems that have been tried or proposed are discussed. (F,S)

Prerequisite: SOCI 1101 or permission of the instructor.

Introduces the study of marriage and family relationships. Topics covered include the history of marriage and the family, the marriage and family life cycle, child rearing, marital communication and sexuality, marital problems, divorce, remarriage and step-parenting, as well as some of the alternatives to the traditional family, such as remaining single and the single-parent family. (S)

SOWK 2101. The Profession of Social Work                                                                                                              2-1-3

History and current status of the profession of social work. The role of the social worker in various fields of practice. The professional’s commitment to social and economic justice for vulnerable and oppressed populations. The person-in-environment perspective. Communication and interviewing skills lab. Offered fall semester. (F,S,M)

SOWK 2102. The Social Welfare Institution                                                                                                              3-0-3

History and current status of social welfare programs and services in the United States. Philosophical, religious, economic, and political perspectives on social welfare. A comparison of approaches to social welfare in the United States and other developed nations. Offered fall semester. (F,S,M)

SOWK 3003. Spanish for the Social Services                                                                                                             3-0-3

Prerequisite: SPAN 2002

Advanced communication skill for serving Spanish-speaking clients. Advanced conversational skills with important social work terms and concepts. Proper greetings, translation of technical terms, and ways of reducing discomfort for Spanish-speaking clients. (S)

SOWK 3301. Cultural Diversity                                                                                                                                     3-0-3

Prerequisite: Admission to Bachelor of Social Work upper division

A general introduction to the concepts of cultural diversity in the United States, including the various histories of oppression of minority groups.  Readings and sensitivity exercises related to African-American, Appalachian, and Hispanic/Latino cultures.  An introduction to the concepts of cultural competence with visits to social service agencies serving diverse population.  In-class exercises and community visits related to vulnerable population. (F)

SOWK 3101. Cultural Diversity                                                                                                                                    3-0-3

A general introduction to the concepts of cultural diversity in the United States, including the various histories of oppression of minority groups. Readings and sensitivity exercises related to African-American, Appalachian, and Hispanic/Latino cultures. An introduction to the concepts of cultural competence with visits to social service agencies serving diverse populations. In-class exercises and community visits related to vulnerable populations.  (F)

SOWK 3102. Human Behavior in the Social Environment                                                                                        3-0-3

An overview of theories of human behavior needed for generalist practice with an introduction to ego psychology, behaviorism, and life-state development theories. An introduction to ecological systems theory and the ecological perspective in social work with orientation to micro, meso, and macro levels of understanding individuals, families, groups, and communities. (F)

SOWK 3201. General Practice of Social Work I                                                                                                         2-2-3

Prerequisite: SOWK 2101 and SOWK 2102.

Theory and practice of generalist social work. Knowledge, skills, and ethical principles needed for beginning social work practice. Problem identification, assessment, intervention, evaluation of practice with individuals from a person-in-environment perspective. Record keeping in social service agencies. Requires 50 hours of practicum in a social agency. Lab emphasizes application of theory to cases involving individuals as clients. (S).

SOWK 3301. Social Work in Health Care                                                                                                                     3-0-3

History and structure of the health care system in the United States and in other industrial nations. Overview of health care systems in Mexico and Latin America. Social worker roles in health care settings including hospitals, public health centers, daycare programs, nursing homes, managed care organizations, and dialysis clinics. The role of interdisciplinary teams in health care. (S)

SOWK 3302. Social Work in Public Welfare                                                                                                               3-0-3

Prerequisite: SOWK 2102.

History and structure of the public welfare programs of the United States with special attention to recent developments in child and elder protective services, welfare reform, employment initiatives, and orientation to entry-level positions in the Department of Family and Children’s Services of the State of Georgia. (S).

SOWK 3501. Social Work in Mental Health                                                                                                               3-0-3

History of mental health concepts and systems in the United Kingdom and in the U.S. An overview of current mental health law, services, and systems. Particular attention to the mental health system in Georgia and recent reforms. The roles of social workers in mental health services. Some common interventions appropriate for generalist social workers. (S)

SOWK 3502. Social Work with the Elderly                                                                                                                  3-0-3

Overview of concepts of aging. A review of systems serving the elderly in the United Kingdom and in the U.S. and the social policies which underlie those services. The roles of social workers in geriatric services. Interventions with the elderly appropriate for generalist social workers. 

SOWK 3503. Substance Abuse                                                                                                                                       3-0-3

History of substance abuse concepts and service systems. An overview of treatment approaches with particular attention to the services offered in Georgia. The roles of social workers in substance abuse services. Some common interventions appropriate for generalist social workers. 

SOWK 4100. Social Welfare Policies and Services                                                                                                   3-0-3

Prerequisite: SOWK 2102 and SOWK 4201.

Social insurance, public assistance, and social service programs in the United States, including the nonprofit, private sector. Social welfare within a capitalist economy and an individualistic, democratic society. Comparative social welfare systems in Europe and Latin America. The influences of economics and politics on social services. Introduction to models of policy analysis. 

SOWK 4201. General Practice of Social Work II                                                                                                       3-0-3  

Prerequisite: SOWK 3201.

Theory and practice of generalist social work. Knowledge, skills, and ethical principles needed for beginning social work practice. Problem identification, assessment, intervention, and evaluation of practice from a person-in-environment perspective. Emphasizes application of theory toward interventions in an ecological perspective to cases involving individuals and families as clients. 

SOWK 4301. Latino Family and Culture                                                                                                                       3-0-3

A survey of current family theory with application to Latino families. Latino family patterns, naming customs, family celebrations, and general cultural patterns with special attention to Mexican and Mexican-American traditions. Requirement may be met through foreign study in May or in the summer term at the Escuela Para Estudiantes Extranjeros (EEE) of the University of Veracruz, Mexico, with which the Board of Regents has exchange agreements (F)

SOWK 4400. Foundation for Social Work Research                                                                                                 3-0-3

Prerequisite: SOWK 3201.

Basic principles of social science research based on the scientific method. Analytical and evaluative methods of knowledge building and application in social work and social welfare settings. Empirically based practice and the evaluation of the individual social worker’s own practice interventions. 

SOWK 4900. Directed Readings in Social Work                                                                                               Variable

1-6 hours. May count as elective hours. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 hours.

Individual study, reading, or projects under direction of a social work faculty member. Nontraditional format: Directed study.

SOWK 4998. Practicum and Seminar in Social Work I                                                                                        2-20-6

Prerequisite: SOWK 3101. Corequisite SOWK 4201.

Generalist practicum and integrative seminar. A minimum of 20 hours per week of supervised social work practice in a social agency is required. Nontraditional format: practicum. 

SOWK 4999. Practicum and Seminar in Social Work II                                                                                        2-20-6

Prerequisite: SOWK 4998.

Generalist practicum and integrative seminar. A minimum of 20 hours per week of supervised social work practice in a social agency is required. Nontraditional format: practicum. A continuation of SOWK 4998. 

SPAN 3001. Advanced Spanish I.                                                                                                                                    3-2-3

Prerequisite: SPAN 2002.

Building on intermediate knowledge, and advanced course in Spanish grammar, verb forms, and idioms. Advanced readings from contemporary sources such as newspapers and current novels with themes of social interest. Emphasizes the ability to use conversational Spanish with assignments for watching Spanish language television, listening to local Spanish radio, and conversing with native speakers. Two hours of language lab per week. Requirement may be met through foreign study during May or during the summer at the Escuela Para Estudiantes Extranjeros (EEE) of the University of Veracruz, Mexico, with which the Board of Regents has exchange agreements. 

SPAN 3002. Advanced Spanish II.                                                                                                                               3-2-3

Prerequisite: SPAN 3001.

Advanced Spanish grammar, composition, idioms, and conversation. Advanced readings from contemporary sources such as newspapers and current novels with themes of social interest. Emphasizes the ability to use conversational Spanish with assignments for watching Spanish language television, listening to local Spanish radio, and conversing with native speakers. Two hours of language lab per week. Requirement may be met through foreign study during May or during the summer at the Escuela Para Estudiantes Extranjeros (EEE) of the University of Veracruz, Mexico, with which the Board of Regents has exchange agreements.