2012-2013 Catalog

318 and personality. Prerequisite: SOC 105 or 106. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

SOC 405. Sociological Theory 3 credits Analysis of the development of sociological thought with emphasis upon the significant European and American theorists of the late 19th and 20th centuries.

Prerequisite: Nine hours of sociology (including SOC 105) or permission of the instructor. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

SOC 406. Social Science Research Methods 3 credits Survey of the logic and techniques of social science research. Major topics include problem formation, research design, measurements, sampling, data collection strategies, and elements of data analysis. Prerequisite: 12 hours of social science and HSF/PSY/SOC or POL 216. Fall SOC 465. Internship 3-6 credits Practical experience in government, social service agencies, or other appropriate public or private agencies. Internships are designed to serve two major purposes: First, to provide an opportunity for study and experience outside the traditional setting of the classroom and laboratory, yet within the framework of disciplined inquiry; and second, to provide a special opportunity for the participants to refine their emerging professional vocational interests. Students may earn three or six credits in one or two semesters, but no more than a total of six credits. May not be used to satisfy the area emphasis requirement. Prerequisites: Social science major, SOC 105, the instructor’s permission, and junior or senior standing. Graded credit. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

SOC 475. Advanced Faith and Learning Integration 3 credits In the spirit of the mission of Waynesburg University, this course intends to provide junior and senior level students with an unparalleled opportunity to integrate the Bible materials and its history of interpretation to the academic disciplines. Students who wish to engage in this level of theological reflection on vocation should consult with both their academic advisors and with the Chair of the Biblical and Ministry Studies Major Program. See page 116 for further information. This course will not substitute for senior capstone/research courses required in the majors. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing; three credits in BMS courses; 3.0 minimum grade point average. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

SOC 487. Honors Course 3 credits Intensive research in some particular area of sociology and the preparation of a research paper under the direction of the instructor; open only to seniors majoring in social science with an emphasis in sociology who have a “B� average in sociology and with the permission of the departmental chairman and the instructor. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

SOC 495. Selected Topics in Sociology 3 credits An in-depth study of a particular sociological topic. Such subjects may include the sociology of developing nations, community power, social movements, and utopian societies. Prerequisite: Six semester hours of sociology (including SOC 105) or permission of the instructor. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)