SENATE DOCUMENT #17 APC Document #9 The Academic Policies Committee recommends to the Faculty Senate adoption of the following catalog changes for the Sociology Department: A) Program Changes DELETE: Present Introduction and track description, pp. 153-154. ADD: A MAJOR IN SOCIOLOGY The major in sociology is designed to achieve three objectives. These are to (1) familiarize the student with the basic principles and concepts of the field; (2) provide the skills needed to investigate societal problems and issues; and (3) examine and develop policies and planning objectives concerning major social problems found in urban communities, the system of criminal justice and administration, schools, and political institutions. The latter objective is important, for it highlights the fact that sociology is not only concerned with informing the student of the basic ideas of the field, but also with how this Bknowledge might be used to solve some of the pressing concerns of man. T[Bhe knowledge and skills learned in this program contribute to a liberal education as well as to career opportunities for graduates in business and industry, various branches of Federal and State government, and education. It also leads to graduate work in Sociology, Social Work, Education and a variety of other fields. The major in sociology includes 36 semester hours of work in courses offered by the department. The 36 hours include eight core courses: Sociology 100, 210, 225, 355, 356, 420, 450, and 451. Sociology 450 and 451 should be taken during the Senior year. The senior demonstration of competency will be indicated by the successful completion of Sociology 451, a directed research experience fulfilled by an internship in a local agency. Students should consult with their advisor near the end of the junior year to plan their internship. The remainder of the 36 hours will consist of electives chosen by the student or required classes in accordance with the program options offered by the department. Program options include General Sociology, Criminal Justice and Administration, Public Affairs, and Gerontology. (see below) The different levels (i.e., 100, 200, 300, and 400 level courses) utilize different styles of teaching and vary in their breadth and depth of treatment of their subject matters. The 100 level course presents the basic principles, concepts, trend data, and research methods of the field. The 200 level courses are focused on the more topical subfields of sociology. They are intended to serve as introduction to various fields of emphasis for the major; and as topical electives for the larger student body. The level of analysis in 300 level courses is more complex and assumes a broader background in sociology, but may be taken by non-majors having had introductory courses at the 100 and 200 levels. Courses at the 400 level emphasize independent research and are often in a seminar format. The study of a foreign language is optional; students not electing a foreign language should refer to page for the University policy on foreign language. PROGRAM OPTIONS: General Sociology General Sociology includes the eight required core courses, and twelve additional hours to be selected by the student. Criminal Justice and Administration The Criminal Justice and Administration program options orients the student toward a career in criminology, while providing a basic foundation for graduate work in this field. In addition to the eight core courses, the student will choose four additional courses from those listed below, or from periodically off[B[Bered special topics courses in the field of criminal justice. Sociology 220: Juvenile Delinquency Sociology 300: Formal Organizations Sociology 340: Social Control and Deviant Behavior Sociology 365: Violence in America Sociology 480: Sociology of Law Sociology 451 will normally be fulfilled by an internship with a law enforcement agency, the courts, or penal system. It is recommended that students in the Criminal Justice option elect courses from outside the department that would complement their sociology course work. Courses might be selected from the following: Psychology 100, Introductory; Psychology 200, Social Psychology; Psychology 225, Personality Dynamics and Development; and Psychology 300, Principles of Psychopathology. Public Affairs The Public Affairs program option orients the student toward a career in government, social work, or public administration, while providing a basic foundation for graduate work in these fields. In addition to the eight core courses, the student will choose four courses from those listed below or from periodically offered special topics courses relevant to public affairs. Sociology 221: Race and Minority Groups Sociology 300: Formal Organizat}ions Sociology 301: Sociology of Education Sociology 312: Society, Culture, and Poverty Sociology 315: Urban Problems and Policy Sociology 461: The Welfare State [B Sociology 451 will normally be fulfilled by an internship with a government agency. It is recommended that students in the Public Affairs option elect courses from outside the department that would complement their sociology course work. Courses might be selected from the following: Political Science 226, American Political Culture; Political Science 325, Urban Politics; Political Science 326, The Legislative Process; Economics 200 and 201, Micro and Macro; and Economics 310, Public Finance. Gerontology The Gerontology option orients the student toward a career in social services for the elderly, while providing a basic foundation for graduate programs in this field. In addition to the eight core courses, the student will be required to take the following courses in the department: Sociology 223: Sociology of Aging Sociology 333: Aging and the Public Policy Sociology 343: Retirement and Leisure Sociology 362: Sociology of Health and Illness Gerontology students will also be required to take two courses related to gerontology outside the department, to be selected from those listed below or from periodically offered special topics courses, to be selected in consultation with the student's advisor. Psychology 212: Psychology of Aging Biology : Biology of Aging Interdisciplinary Special Topics 301: Death and Dying Other relevant courses in psychology, management, etc., may be recommended as they are offered. Such elective courses should be chosen in consultation with the student's advisor. Sociology 451 will normally be fulfilled by an internship with a government agency or voluntary association concerned with aging. Rationale: The three program system within sociology--criminal justice, public affairs, and comparative analysis--has been revised in an effort to respond to student interest and to strengthen the tracks. The comparative analysis track has been replaced by "general sociology," given student interest in a more flexible program. The criminal justice and public affairs tracks have been revised to include a broader range of relevant courses from which students may select four courses; this flexibility should prove useful in dealing with the scheduling of required track courses. The tracks have been strengthened by a more explicit listing of recommended courses from other departments that will complement the emphasis of the particular sociology track. The program in gerontology has been developed in response to central administration's directive that a gerontology program be developed within the sociology program. Given the work of our local ad hoc committee to develop a gerontology program, where an emphasis was placed on the multi-disciplinary approach to the field, courses outside the department have been required as a part of the gerontology track. The gerontology track conforms to the spirit of the ad hoc committee's recommendations, while allowing flexibility in the choice of other departments' courses in an effort to deal with potential scheduling problems. B) COURSE DELETIONS DELETE: Course listing and catalog descriptions for: Sociology 350: Society and the Individual Sociology 360: Sociology and Philosophy Sociology 442: Senior Seminar in Sociology Rationale: The addition of courses to implement the gerontology track, and the conversion of two regularly offered special topics courses to regular courses (to strengthen the criminal justice track, and to offer a 200 level service course on a regular basis) necessitates that we discontinue these courses. However, the examination of a classic work in sociology, the emphasis of Sociology 442, will be incorporated into our senior level theory courses. COURSE REVISIONS DELETE: Course listing and catalog descriptions for: Sociology 310: Urban Community Sociology 411: Urban Problems and Policy ADD: Sociology 315: Urban Problems and Policy (3) The evolution of the urban society will be examined from demographic, social, psychological, economic, and political frameworks. Special attention will be devoted to emergent urban patterns in the United States and their impact on societal problems. The "urban crisis" will be examined in terms of policy and planning alternatives. Prerequisite: Sociology 100. (Not open to students having credit for Sociology 411.) Rationale: Sociology 310 and 411 have been combined into a new course at the 300 level, drawing more significantly from the 411 course. (Thus, students having credit for Sociology 411 may not take this course for credit.) The changed emphasis and course level are designed to make better use of departmental personnel, while making this general interest course more accessible to students outside the department. DELETE: Course listing and description for Sociology 410 Ghetto and Slum. ADD: Sociology 312: Society, Culture, and Poverty (3) The extent and distribution of poverty in American society will be explored, with an examination of various theories of poverty and analysis of poverty policy as it has evolved in legislation. The welfare system and issues in welfare reform will be addressed. Prerequisite: Sociology 100. (Not open to students having credit for Sociology 410.) Rationale: The new name and description more accurately reflect the course content as it has evolved. The change from 400 to 300 level is designed to make this general interest course more accessible to students outside the department. Change: Course description for Sociology 450 Modern Social Theory to include a final sentence as follows: "A written analysis of a classic work in sociological theory will be a requirement of the course." Rationale: Sociology 450 has been redesigned to incorporate Sociology 441 Senior Seminar in Sociology. C) COURSE TITLE AND NUMBER CHANGES Change: Course number for Sociology 321 Race and Minority Groups to Sociology 221. Course number for Sociology 351 Sex and the Social Order to Sociology 251. ADD: Not open to students having credit for Sociology 321, Sociology 351 (respectively to each course description). Rationale: Lowering the level of these general interest courses is designed to make the courses more accessible to students outside the department. Change: Course title for Sociology 361 The Changing World of Work to Revolution in the Work Place. Rationale: The title change is designed to stimulate interest. D) COURSE ADDITIONS ADD: Sociology 230 Marriage and the Family (3) Marriage and family patterns in a variety of cross cultural and historical settings will be explored, with special emphasis on evolution of marriage and family patterns in America. Trends in American family life will be considered from a social problems perspective, with special attention to a particular issue such as domestic violence, reform of divorce law, etc. Prerequisite: Sociology 100 or permission of the instructor. Sociology 365 Violence in American (3) The historical and political dynamics characterizing American violence will be examined. The course will focus on physical violence as it is found in war, domestic political upheavals, murder, rape, aggravated assault and robbery, as well as vigilantism. Issues such as the role of the mass media in violence and regional and social class differences in the indigence of violence will also be considered. Prerequisite: Sociology 100 or permission of the instructor. Rationale: Both of these courses have proven quite popular to a wide range of students when offered on a special topics basis. Sociology 230 is especially designed as a general interest service course, while Sociology 365 will strengthen the criminal justice and administration track. E) COURSE ADDITIONS: GERONTOLOGY TRACK ADD: Sociology 223 Sociology of Aging (3) This course introduces the field of social gerontology from an individual as well as societal framework. The meaning of aging for the individual in terms of the various roles he or she plays will be examined in historical and cross cultural perspectice, with special emphasis on work and the family. The impact of an aged population on the social, economic, and political patterns of society will also be explored. Prerequisite: Sociology 100 or permission of the instructor. Sociology 333 Aging and Public Policy (3) An aged population poses particular challenges and problems to a society, many of which are addressed through legislation and social welfare services. A variety of issues, from health care to living arrangements to the standard of living in retirement, will be dealt with in terms of the impact on the individual and the implications for public policy. Existing government programs directed toward the aged will be examined and critiqued. Prerequisite: Sociology 100, 210, and 223, or permission of the instructor. Sociology 343 Retirement and Leisure (3) Detachment from the labor force in later years poses one of the most serious life changes for an individual. The impact of retirement will be examined from an individual as well as societal perspective, with special attention to the uses of leisure as an adaptive strategy in the retirement years. Prerequisite: Sociology 100, 210, and 223, or permission of the instructor. Rationale: These courses are being added as the core of the gerontology track. Together with the courses outside of the department they form a solid undergraduate program in gerontology, conforming to the standard curriculum in institutions having established gerontology programs. (Passed Faculty Senate 1/18/80)