UMHB Online Catalog
Department of Social Work, Sociology, and Criminal Justice
Social Work Courses in the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor's Social Work Program are offered for students majoring in Social Work or taking classes for social science credit. The major in Social Work is designed to prepare students for entry level professional Social Work practice and graduate Social Work education. The Social Work Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Sociology Sociology offers students an understanding of human relations, social processes, and major institutions. Those who take Sociology as an integral part of general education or teacher education will find the study of society and its organization, functioning, and problems helpful for their future roles in a profession. The program for majors is designed to prepare them for graduate school. Criminal Justice The major in Criminal Justice is designed to prepare the student for entry level practice and to provide the student an academic basis for career advancement.
Course Listing
CRIJ 2191-2491
Seminar
Selected topics in Criminal Justice. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.
CRIJ 3316
Social Problems
A study of the social problems of modern American life with emphasis upon their extent, effects, and suggested remedies. (Same as SOCI 3316)
CRIJ 3317
American Ethnic Relations
A study of the social development of contemporary minority groups with emphasis on the psychological and sociological processes involved in prejudice.
CRIJ 4090
Senior Examination
Students majoring in Criminal Justice must complete the program's achievement examination prior to graduation.
CRIJ 4190-4490
Independent Study
This course is designed to meet individual need and interests in Criminal Justice. It may be repeated for credit when the subject studied is changed.
CRIJ 4191-4491
Seminar
Selected topics in Criminal Justice. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.
CRIJ 4317
Criminology
An overview of crime in America, various theories concerning causes of crime, and the criminal justice system. May be used to meet the TCLEOSE Crime in America course requirement. (Same as SOCI 4317)
SOCI 1311
An Introduction to Sociology
A study of the scope, purpose, and method of Sociology, as well as forms and functions of present day organization of social order. A brief survey of the social institutions.
SOCI 2311
Social Welfare
An overview of the field of Social Welfare which includes a study of the historical and the philosophical base which has brought about the action-oriented profession known as Social Work. (Same as SOCW 2311)
SOCI 2313
Family and Child Welfare
An overview of problems encountered by children and families with an emphasis on community services designed to alleviate those problems. (Same as SOCW 2313)
SOCI 3303
Statistics for Sociological Research
The study of the basic statistical concepts and techniques required for an understanding of sociological research. Introduction to methods of analyzing data from experiments and surveys; hypothesis testing; regression and correlation; and analysis of categorical data. (Same as MATH 3303, and PSYC 3303)
SOCI 3312
Marriage and Family
A study of a basic social institution with an emphasis on its background and various cultural forms and functions.
SOCI 3315
The Community
An analysis of the structure and function of community organization as it relates to both rural and urban communities.
Prerequisites: SOCI 1311.
SOCI 3316
Social Problems
A study of the social problems of modern American life with emphasis upon their extent, effects, and suggested remedies. (Same as CRIJ 3316)
SOCI 3317
American Ethnic Relations
A study of the social development of contemporary minority groups with emphasis on the psychological and sociological processes involved in prejudice.
SOCI 3318
Juvenille Delinquency
A survey of the delinquent as a person and delinquency as a social problem. Emphasis is on the extent, causation, prevention, treatment, and theories of delinquency.
SOCI 3318
Juvenille Delinquency
A survey of the delinquent as a person and delinquency as a social problem. Emphasis is on the extent, causation, prevention, treatment, and theories of delinquency.
SOCI 3321
Medical Sociology
The study of the interplay of health issues on individuals, families, groups, and communities, highlighting populations at risk, such as ethnic/cultural minorities, the elderly, and women. A framework for interventions is provided.
SOCI 3325
Special Populations
An opportunity to explore use of traditional and non-traditional interventions with special populations. While selected groups may vary according to current social concerns, study will consistently include those designated as minorities due to ethnic origins, gender, sexual orientation, disease process, or race.
SOCI 3330
Sociology of Gender
A societal level study of gender relationships, interactions, and circumstances. Emphasis will be placed on understanding each other and exploring problems related to gender.
Prerequisites: SOCI 1311.
SOCI 4090
Senior Examination
Students majoring in Sociology must complete the sociology achievement examination prior to graduation.
SOCI 4190-4490
Independent Study
This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Sociology. It may be repeated for credit when the material studied is changed.
SOCI 4191-4491
Seminar
Selected topics in Sociology. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.
SOCI 4312
Population Studies
The course is designed to familiarize the student with basic demographic concepts and techniques. It emphasizes the impact of population characteristics on other aspects of social life.
Prerequisites: SOCI 1311.
SOCI 4313
Gerontology
A course designed to acquaint the student with the normal aging process, as well as with the social and psychological problems related to that process. Intervention techniques are emphasized.
SOCI 4314
Sociological Practice
Observation and supervised experience in a social agency/institutional setting involving sociological issues and concerns. Requires a minimum of 45 clock hours. Emphasis is on integrating research on sociological issues with this experience, including periodic progress reports. For Sociology majors only.
SOCI 4315
Death and Dying
An introduction to the sociological and psychological aspects of death and dying within the American cultural milieu. Emphasis is on self awareness regarding attitudes about death and on therapeutic interventions.
SOCI 4316
The Family
An anthropological survey of various forms and functions of the cross-cultural family.
Prerequisites: SOCI 1311.
SOCI 4317
Criminology
An overview of crime in America, various theories concerning causes of crime, and the criminal justice system. (Same as CRIJ 4317)
SOCI 4318
Social Theory
A study of the development of social thought with an emphasis on late nineteenth and twentieth century sociologists, their contributions, and developments in American Sociology.
Prerequisites: SOCI 1311.
SOCW 2311
Introduction to Social Work
An introduction to the profession of Social Work and the institution of social welfare. Emphasis is on common human needs and problems, the development and functioning of social welfare as an institution of society, and the values, practice methods, and occupational settings of the Social Work profession. (Same as SOCI 2311)
SOCW 2312
Human Behavior and Social Environment I
This course and its sequel, SOCW 2314, examine those interacting systems which influence human behavior: individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. This course also examines systems theory, diversity, and their implications for Social Work practice.
SOCW 2313
Family and Child Welfare
An overview of problems encountered by children and their families with an emphasis on community services designed to alleviate those problems. (Same as SOCI 2313)
SOCW 2314
Human Behavior and Social Environment II
This course and its prerequisite, SOCW 2312, examine those interacting systems which influence human behavior: individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. This course also examines systems theory, the ecological approach, and diversity as they relate to the family’s development across the life span. Individuals are studied within familial and social environments at each stage of family life.
SOCW 3311
Social Work Practice I
This course initiates the practical preparation of students for beginning level professional practice. Generalist practice will be introduced, using an emphasis on the holistic view of human services and the ecological/systems theory of practice. Problem solving emphasis will be placed on individuals and families. Not available to non-majors.
SOCW 3313
Policies and Issues in Social Work
An examination of the policy making process. Current social issues, programs, and public policy issues will be explored. Intervention techniques aimed at influencing and changing social welfare and public policy will also be examined.
SOCW 3314
Social Work Practice II
This course is the second component in the practical preparation of the student for beginning level professional practice. Generalist practice will continue to be presented using an emphasis on the holistic view of human services and the ecological/systems theory of practice. Problem-solving emphasis will be placed on group work. Not available to non-majors.
Prerequisites: Social Work major; SOCW 3311. Spring only.
SOCW 3315
Social Work with Special Populations
An opportunity to explore use of traditional and non-traditional Social Work techniques with special populations. While selected groups may vary according to current social concerns, study will consistently include those designated as minorities due to ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, disease process, or race.
SOCW 3320
Medical Social Work
The study of the interplay of health issues on individuals, families, groups, and communities, highlighting populations at risk, such as ethnic/cultural minorities, the elderly, and women. A framework for social work assessment and intervention in selected health care settings will be explored.
SOCW 4090
Senior Examination
Students majoring in Social Work must complete the program’s achievement examination prior to graduation.
SOCW 4190-4490
Independent Learning
This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Social Work. It may be repeated for credit when the subject studied is changed.
SOCW 4191-4491
Seminar
Selected topics in Social Work. The topic will be announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit whenever content varies.
SOCW 4311
Senior Seminar in Social Work
This course continues the study of the generalist method of Social Work practice. Emphasis will be on the integration of the various components of the baccalaureate Social Work education sequence including social work foundations, liberal arts, values, special populations, human behavior, policy research, practice, and field experience.
SOCW 4312
Social Work Research
An emphasis on scientific methods for building a knowledge base for Social Work practice and for use in evaluation practice. Included will be research methodologies and designs for the systematic evaluation of Social Work practice and program evaluation.
Prerequisites: Statistics and Computer Science. Corequisite: SOCW 4411. Fall only.
SOCW 4313
Gerontology
A course designed to acquaint the student with the normal aging process, as well as with the social and psychological problems related to that process. Intervention techniques are emphasized.
SOCW 4315
Death and Dying
An introduction to the sociological and psychological aspects of death and dying within the American cultural milieu. Emphasis is on self-awareness regarding attitudes about death and on therapeutic intervention.
SOCW 4316
Social Work Practice II
This course is the third component in the practical preparation of the student for beginning level professional practice. Generalist practice will continue to be presented using an emphasis on the holistic view of human services and the ecological/systems theory of practice. Problem-solving emphasis will be placed on communities and organizations. Not available to non-majors.
SOCW 4411
Social Work Practicum I
Supervised Social Work experience in a local social service agency. Requires a minimum of 225 clock hours in the agency plus a weekly on-campus seminar. The practicum should help the student integrate academic knowledge and practice skills to meet the needs of clients. Successful completion of the practicum requires a grade of “C” or above. Not available to non-majors.
SOCW 4412
Social Work Practicum II
A continuation of supervised Social Work practice in a local social service agency with increasing responsibility and case involvement. Requires a minimum of 225 clock hours in the agency plus a weekly on-campus seminar. The practicum should help the student to continue to integrate academic knowledge and practice skills to meet the needs of clients and to deepen understanding of group, community, and organization functioning. Successful completion of the practicum requires a grade of “C” or above. Not available to non-majors.
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