Effective Fall 2007

SOWK 1350 Introduction to Social Work. (3-0) This introductory survey course includes the nature, function, and various types of social work practice, acquainting the student with the history, scope, and values of the profession.

 
SOWK 2320 Love and Relationships. (3-0) This elective course explores the nature of attraction, friendship, love, and human sexuality, enabling  students to enhance their own personal and professional relationships.

 
SOWK 2375 Social Services in the Community. (3-0) This undergraduate course introduces the organizations and policies involved in social delivery. Students participate in 50 hours of work as supervised observers and volunteers in selected social service agencies. 

 
SOWK 3305 Seminar in Human Behavior and Social Environment I. (3-0) This undergraduate course provides an overview of human functioning in the environment by studying eco-systems and developmental frameworks.      It builds knowledge and values for practice with task groups, organizations, and communities. Prerequisites: Official Social Work major, BIO 1320, BIO 1421, POSI 3316 or 4322, and ECO 2301 or consent of instructor. 

 
SOWK 3312 Alcoholism and Chemical Dependence. (3-0) This elective course focuses on commonly used and abused drugs as well as the dynamics and treatment of addiction and alcohol abuse.  It emphasizes direct social work intervention aimed at addiction prevention and treatment.

 
SOWK 3339 Selected Topics in Social Work. (3-0) Students study relevant social work topics in depth. Topics, such as social work in prisons or in mental health facilities, are selected according to students’ needs and professional trends.   With different emphases, it may be repeated for credit.

 
SOWK 3340 Social Work Research. (3-0) This undergraduate course builds foundation scientific research skills in critical thinking, knowledge of program and practice evaluation, and a philosophy of generalist social work practice. Prerequisites: SOWK 1350, 2375 and HP 3302 or PSY 3301 or SOCI 3307, official social work major. 

 
SOWK 3350 Connecting Policy and Practice. (3-0) This undergraduate course examines social, political and economic factors related to the development and implementation of social policy, focusing on issues such as case management and practice with involuntary clients in agencies. Prerequisite: SOWK 3420 or concurrent enrollment.

 
SOWK 3420 Social Work Practice I. (3-1) This undergraduate course studies generalist theory and application of social work practice with individuals, families, and groups,  including introductory data collection, assessment, intervention planning, and evaluation. Prerequisites: Official Social Work major, junior standing, and consent of instructor.

 
SOWK 3425 Social Work Practice II. (3-1) This undergraduate course emphasizes generalist social work practice with task groups, organizations, and communities, examining data collection, assessment, intervention, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Students develop and implement a community-based project. Prerequisites: SOWK 3420 and consent of instructor.

SOWK 4305 Seminar in Human Behavior and Social Environment II. (3-0) This undergraduate course integrates knowledge from social sciences and SOWK 3305, focusing on individuals, families, and small groups functioning in environments.  It uses a bio-psychosocial perspective, expanding on eco-systems, developmental, and values frameworks. Prerequisites: Official Social Work major, BIO 1320, BIO 1421, PSY 4322, and SOWK 3305 or consent of instructor.

 
SOWK 4310 Social Services to Minorities. (3-0)  This undergraduate elective course explores social work with minorities focusing on knowledge and skills necessary for effective, ethical  practice with women and ethnic minorities. Prerequisites: SOWK 1350 or consent of instructor.

 
SOWK 4315 Child Welfare. (3-0) This undergraduate elective course analyzes child welfare services available to abused and neglected children in their own homes, in substitute care, and through the community, emphasizing social work intervention with children and their families.

SOWK 4318 Social Work and Health Care. (3-0) This undergraduate elective course provides a generalist view of social work practice in mental health and public health, considering the social problems that affect health care, and ethical and effective intervention strategies and service delivery systems. 

SOWK 4320 Social Work with Older Adults.  (3-0) This undergraduate elective gives a comprehensive introduction to contemporary social problems, values, and issues affecting older adults, and effective and ethical intervention strategies and service delivery systems.

 
SOWK 4355 Policy Practice. (3-0) This course is an overview of social policy and legislation and the processes of influencing public policy. It links policy with a broad range of social work service areas.    Prerequisites:  SOWK 1350 and 2375 or consent of instructor.

 
SOWK 4356 Professionalism in Social Work. (3-0) This course builds skills in self-presentation, in taking responsibility for personal and professional growth, in learning professional behaviors in organizations, and in presenting court testimony. Prerequisite: SOWK 3425 or permission of instructor.

 
SOWK 4360 Directed Study in Social Work. (3-0) This one-semester undergraduate course highlights individualized reading, independent study and projects, and guided instruction. It is offered to superior students by the professor’s invitation and with the consent of the BSW Coordinator.  This course may not be repeated for credit.

 
SOWK 4425 Social Work Practice III. (3-1) This undergraduate course emphasizes interpersonal and communication skills necessary for effective, ethical generalist social work practice.  Students translate theory into helping behaviors through practice and feedback to develop competent skills for beginning field placement. Prerequisites: SOWK 3340, 3420, 3425, official social work major, senior standing, or consent of instructor.

 
SOWK 4645 Beginning Field Practice in Social Work. (1-20) Undergraduate students engage in generalist social work in agencies, supervised by licensed social workers and the field coordinator. Students work a minimum of  270 clock hours, attend seminars, and complete assignments. Prerequisites: Completion of all Phase II course requirements, and application to field coordinator.

 
SOWK 4650 Advanced Field Practice in Social Work. (1-20) This undergraduate course extends SOWK 4645. Students, supervised by licensed social workers and the field coordinator, apply advanced generalist techniques for a minimum of 270 clock hours, attending seminars and completing assignments. Prerequisites: Completion of all Phase II course requirements, and application to field coordinator.