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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 Courses numbered from 101–299 are lower-division courses, primarily for freshmen and sophomores; those numbered from 300–499 are upper-division courses, primarily for juniors and seniors. The numbers 296, 396, 496, and 596 designate individual study courses and are available for registration by prior arrangement with the course instructor and approval of the department chair.

The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the amount of credit each course carries. Variable credit courses include the minimum and maximum number of the credits within parentheses.

Not all of the courses are offered every quarter. Final confirmation of courses to be offered, information on new courses and programs, as well as a list of hours, instructor, titles of courses and places of class meetings, is available online in My CWU which can be accessed through the the CWU home page, and go to www.cwu.edu/registrar/course-information

 

Science Education (SCED)

  
  • SCED 102 - Integrated Earth and Space Science


    Description:
    Inquiry-based investigations in Earth and space science to help students develop understanding of fundamental concepts and the process of scientific investigation. Designed for prospective elementary and middle-level teachers, but open to all students. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: K7 - Physical & Natural World

    General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P5 Sustainability

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Apply appropriate scientific investigative techniques to address questions about relevant Earth and space science concepts.
    • Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to address questions about relevant Earth and space science concepts.
    • Apply Earth and space science concepts and processes to personal and societal issues.
    • Articulate how your own ideas and understanding change and develop, and how the structure of the learning environment and curriculum facilitates these changes.
    • Find and utilize a variety of resources to learn and communicate about Earth and space science events and processes.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    6/8/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 103 - Integrated Physical Science


    Description:
    Inquiry-based investigations into physical science to help students develop understanding of fundamental concepts and the process of scientific investigation. This course is designed for prospective K-8 teachers but is suitable for all students. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: K8 - Science & Technology

    General Education Pathways: P1 Civic & Community Engagement, P5 Sustainability

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Formulate questions and apply appropriate scientific investigative techniques to address questions about relevant physical science concepts such as structure and properties of matter; chemical reactions; forces and interactions; energy; electromagnetic radiation; and matter and energy in systems.
    • Apply mathematical and quantitative reasoning to collect, analyze, and interpret data to address questions about relevant physical science concepts such as those listed above.
    • Describe how physical science concepts and processes affect the lives of people.
    • Identify social, political, and ethical implications of physical science discoveries and associated technical advances.
    • Use physical science concepts and practices to identify and address a community issue.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/18/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 201 - Introduction to STEM Teaching and Learning (Put on reserve 9/16/19)


    Description:
    Explore the implications of science and mathematics learning theories and practices on individual learning, classroom learning, and within the context of society. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: one course with a prefix of ANTH, BIOL, CHEM, ENST, GEOG, GEOL, MATH, or PHYS.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify the rules of the game by completing the Washington Official Association (WOA) exam.
    • Analyze and differentiate hand mechanics of football.
    • Analyze and differentiate hand mechanics of soccer.
    • Recognize the proper codes of conduct and hand mechanics of  football in real-game situations. 
    • Recognize the proper codes of conduct and hand mechanics of soccer in real-game situations. 
    • Demonstrate professionalism by attending at least two WOA meetings.

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 215 - STEM Outreach Field Experience


    Description:
    Applied field experience in communication and teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts to children. Involves planning and conduction demonstrations, lessons, and activities. Outreach outside of class time is required. May be repeated up to 4 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: 2 courses with a prefix of ANTH or BIOL or CHEM or ENST or GEOG or GEOL or MATH or PHYS or SCED.

    Credits: (1-2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Utilize science, technology, engineering or mathematics content and skills knowledge to plan and teach demonstrations, lessons, and activities.
    • Use probing questions to elicit feedback to determine children’s acquisition of knowledge.
    • Employ effective communication skills while teaching STEM lessons.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/4/2014

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 301 - Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Inquiry


    Description:
    Interdisciplinary investigation of applied life, physical, and Earth science concepts applicable to K-12 classrooms using integrated contexts. Applied inquiry processes are used to increase student knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Six lecture/lab hours per week.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: junior standing or above.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe and explain a variety of life, physical, and earth science concepts important for K-8 teachers.
    • Design and implement experiments using investigative processes.
    • Use computers and related technologies to gather and analyze data.
    • Analyze, interpret, and present data using quantitative reasoning including graphs, tables, and charts.
    • Integrate life, physical, and earth science concepts with investigative processes.
    • Work in small groups to solve complex problems.
    • Form opinions based on scientific evidence and defend positions using written and oral methods.

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 305 - The Story of Science


    Description:
    Study of how knowledge evolves as people interact with each other and their environment. Behaviors and interactions will be analyzed in the context of episodes in science. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: K6 - Individual & Society

    General Education Pathways: P5 Sustainability, P6 Ways of Knowing

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify basic principles and institutions upon which scientists base their work.
    • Describe how scientists work together and work with individuals outside the field of science to study the natural world.
    • Explain and apply the case study method to summarize and analyze episodes in science.
    • Analyze how scientists respond to prevailing social, cultural, and scientific pressures.
    • Describe specific key episodes in the history of science.
    • Define sustainability and explain how scientists throughout history have applied the notion of sustainability to their work.
    • Explain how the actions of various scientists impact issues of sustainability at the local and global levels.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/2/17

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 311 - Science Concepts for Teachers


    Description:
    An in-depth examination for the science concepts applicable to K-12 classrooms using an individualized and inquiry-based approach. Online and community recourses are utilized to enhance existing science content knowledge and understanding.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe and explain the scientific concepts and processes necessary and important to K-12 science teaching
    • Describe and evaluate individual areas of strength and weakness in the knowledge and understanding of science content applicable to K-12 science teaching
    • Identify and utilize appropriate library, online, community and professional resources to inform science content knowledge and understanding in selected areas
    • Design and implement an individualized science knowledge development plan
    • Demonstrate new content knowledge and understanding in science
    • Identify and demonstrate connections between prior knowledge and new ideas in science
    • Analyze, interpret, and present scientific data in a variety of formats (e.g., maps, graphs, tables, and charts)
    • Incorporate and synthesize basic science knowledge into explanations of larger scientific issues and ideas (e.g., climate change, ocean acidification, resource conservation, alternative energy, genetic and medical technologies)

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/17/2011

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 320 - Genetics and Cell Biology Concepts


    Description:
    Integrated exploration of genetics and cell biology concepts including chemical and molecular basis of life, energy transformations, cells in context, genetic patterns of inheritance, molecular genetics, and cell division. Course will be offered on even numbered years. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: (SCED 101 or BIOL 181 or BIOL 101) AND (SCED 103 or CHEM 101 or CHEM 111 or CHEM 181).

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Develop problem solving skills including ability to identify and clarify a problem, gather and evaluate information, consider alternatives, reflect and improve problem solving effectiveness.
    • Persuasively argue the scientific, economic, and ethical ramifications of genetic and cell biology information and their role in modern society.
    • Analyze data for patterns of inheritance, molecular basis of heredity, and biological function at cellular level.
    • Integrate molecular and genetic processes into cellular context and processes including chemical and molecular foundations of life, energy transformations, cell context and signaling, cell cycle, mitosis, and meiosis.
    • Infer how intra/extracellular interactions affect cell structure, function, and genetic behavior.
    • Work collaboratively to solve problems, analyze patterns, and draw logical conclusions based on data.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/1/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:

  
  • SCED 322 - Science Education in the Elementary School


    Description:
    Techniques, selection of materials and appropriate subject matter for the various grade levels. Demonstrations and student investigative activities for use in classroom science teaching.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance, and conditional or full admission to the Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Develop and teach a science lesson to elementary students using the learning cycle method.
    • Demonstrate understanding of the scientific method.
    • Appropriately assess student learning by developing and appropriately applying assessments that measure student learning outcomes relative to standards.
    • Use safe practices when teaching science.
    • Adapt existing curricula and resources to age-appropriate lessons using best teaching practices.
    • Demonstrate effective questioning skills to guide students in hands-on exploration.
    • Integrate science lessons with other subjects.
    • Align curricular materials to specific benchmarks such as NSES, WA EALRs and WA GLEs.

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 324 - Science Education in Middle and Secondary Schools I


    Description:
    Methods, techniques, and materials appropriate for teaching science in secondary schools. Curriculum, planning, and experiments for use in teaching.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: EFC 330 and SCED 301, current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance, and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate applied understanding of contemporary science teaching issues.
    • Critically analyze and evaluate science teaching best practices.
    • Develop and teach a science lesson to secondary students using the learning cycle method.
    • Adapt existing curricula and resources to align with teaching best practices.
    • Demonstrate effective questioning skills to guide students in hands-on exploration and develop K-12 student critical thinking.
    • Formatively and summatively assess K-12 student learning and adapt teaching based on learning performance data.
    • Integrate science lessons with other subjects (e.g. technology, literacy) and show working knowledge of professional competencies and standards.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/23/2014

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 325 - Science Education in Middle and Secondary Schools II


    Description:
    Applied field experience for teaching science in secondary schools. Planning, instruction, and management for teaching science. Enrollment is subject to full admission to the Professional Education Program.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SCED 324, admission to the Teacher Certification Program, and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate applied understanding of contemporary science teaching issues.
    • Formatively assess K-12 prior knowledge and adapt instructional planning and lessons based on results.
    • Develop and teach a science lesson to secondary students using the learning cycle method.
    • Adapt existing curricula and resources to align with teaching best practices.
    • Demonstrate effective questioning skills to guide students in hands-on exploration and develop K-12 student critical thinking.
    • Assess student characteristics that may influence teaching and learning culture and community and plan to accommodate individual differences in learning.
    • Use federal functional behavioral assessment guidelines to analyze student behavior and implement positive behavioral intervention.
    • Establish student learning and behavioral expectations, routines and procedures within the context of inquiry science classrooms.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/23/2014

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 330 - Marine Science for Teachers


    Description:
    Interdisciplinary investigation of the environments and organisms of the Pacific Northwest Coast. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: two courses with the prefix BIOL or CHEM or ENST or GEOL or PHYS.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe coastal environments of the Pacific Northwest and the typical biological communities associated with each
    • Identify geological, chemical, and physical influences upon the biotic communities of the northwestern marine environment
    • Summarize anthropogenic influences upon the marine environments of the Pacific Northwest and assess possible long-term impacts on biological communities
    • Summarize primary literature on a selected group of marine organisms
    • Demonstrate competence in methods of marine fieldwork and coastal research
    • Collect, analyze, and interpret data on a pertinent marine issue
    • Describe and evaluate opportunities for continuing education in marine science

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 354 - Science, Society and the Teaching Community


    Description:
    Teacher candidates will learn the nature and context of science, compare science with other ways of knowing, describe the relationship between science and the community, gain skills in integrating community resources with the classroom.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance, and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe the values, beliefs and assumptions inherent to the creation of scientific knowledge within the scientific community.
    • Contrast science to other ways of knowing.
    • Explain the nature of scientific inquiry including limitations of science, dealing with inconsistencies, evaluating methods of investigation, and evolution of scientific ideas.
    • Apply science concepts and methods to the daily lives of school children and to the larger framework of human understanding.
    • Appropriately use community resources in a secondary school classroom.
    • Use science-related civic engagement as a curricular tool and as a means to serve their community.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/31/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 392 - Science Teaching Practicum


    Description:
    Clinical practice and application of skills and competencies necessary for teaching science. May be repeated up to 3 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SCED 201 or 301; current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance, and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Co-requisites: SCED 324, SCED 325, or SCED 487.

    Credits: (1)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Develop and teach science lessons to secondary students using the learning cycle method.
    • Demonstrate effective questioning skills to guide students in hands-on exploration and develop critical thinking.
    • Demonstrate effective assessment skills to evaluate students for giving appropriate fedback and making data-driven teaching decisions.

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 411 - Field Experience in Communicating Science to the Public (Put on reserve 9/16/19)


    Description:
    Applied field experience in communicating science to the public. Methods, techniques, materials, and practices for effective communication of scientific ideas, and methods. SCED 411 and SCED 511 are layered courses, students may not receive credit for both. May be repeated up to 4 credits. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: senior standing.

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Analyze the issues surrounding public science communication at local and national scales
    • Demonstrate effective communication skills in the context of scientific content and process
    • Work collaboratively with community stakeholders to develop and implement a project that teaches science to a group of non-scientists (e.g., K-12 or adult)

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/1/2012

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 422 - Advanced Teaching Strategies in K-8 Science


    Description:
    Further develop knowledge and skills of K-8 science teaching with a particular emphasis on the science inquiry process, assessment of student knowledge and cross-curricular integration. Course will be offered on on odd numbered years (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SCED 322 or ELEM 342 or STP 201 or STP 300.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Develop and use alternative assessments such as interviews, concept maps and drawings.
    • Describe and apply K-8 learning progressions of the Next Generation Science Standards.
    • Identify patterns in students thinking around science and use this thinking to inform instructional decisions.
    • Incorporate K-8 relevant literature into science teaching.
    • Identify problems of practice, and develop and test solutions to address these problems.
    • Critically analyze and improve published material about science education and science curriculum.
    • Use knowledge of elementary and middle school students to develop developmentally appropriate inquiry lessons
    • Identify effective professional development practices that promote teacher learning

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/4/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:

  
  • SCED 487 - Teaching Middle and Secondary Science Seminar


    Description:
    Students compile knowledge, skills, and dispositions evidence and reflect on performance relative to professional standards. Students discuss current secondary science education issues, participate in program assessment, prepare for endorsement exam, and complete an electronic portfolio.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: students must plan to teach within a year of enrolling in this course.

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify examples of their own work that demonstrate competency in science content and teaching knowledge, skills, and disposition achievement.
    • Reflect upon and articulate progress as teacher, learner, and professional.
    • Investigate, summarize, and apply current research in science education.
    • Prepare to take WEST-E in endorsement area.
    • Assess the effectiveness of secondary science education program for candidate preparation.
    • Build professional skills for entering the teaching profession.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/23/2014

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

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  • SCED 492 - Teaching Middle School Mathematics and Science


    Description:
    Prospective teachers will learn and use the methods and materials needed to teach middle school students mathematics and science with emphasis on the use of experiments, manipulatives, problems solving, cooperative learning, and communication of understanding. By permission. Formerly SCED 323, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: MATH 324 or EDEL 323 or SCED 324 or SCED 322, current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance, and application to the Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Develop and teach integrated math and science lessons to middle level students using effective methods and appropriate measurement technology that support student inquiry.
    • Use safe practices when teaching “hands-on” science and mathematics by having awareness when developing, presenting, and participating in science and mathematics activities; and listing appropriate safety precautions that students should take before performing science and/or mathematics.
    • Adapt existing and create new curricula and resources into age-appropriate lessons using best teaching practices by researching curricula and resources related to specific NGSS and Common Core benchmarks and adapting these materials to specific learning needs.
    • Demonstrate effective questioning techniques to both assess and guide students in “hands-on” exploration and constructing knowledge by developing questions that guide students from observations to experimental results to logical conclusions through inquiry and critical thinking.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/30/2014

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 495 - Science Education Research


    Description:
    This course introduces pre-service science teachers to qualitative and quantitative methods of action research. Course requires completion of a research project of the student’s design. May be repeated up to  6 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance, and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (1-3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Select an appropriate question to study in a science laboratory setting, design that study, collect and analyze the data, and produce a short report.
    • Reflect on the usefulness, challenges, and importance of conducting science education research.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    5/4/2000

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  
  • SCED 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SCED 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:

Science Honors Program (SHP)

  
  • SHP 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

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  • SHP 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

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  • SHP 301 - Science Honors Junior Seminar: Elements of Scientific Research (Put on reserve 9/16/19)


    Description:
    The process of science from a multi-disciplinary perspective, including the historical development of scientific methods and reasoning, effective experimental design, and the interpretation of measurements. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe the historical development of the scientific process.
    • Recognize the essential elements of a scientific investigation.
    • Apply concepts of precision and uncertainty in developing and interpreting scientific experiments.
    • Develop techniques for effectively displaying and representing data.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/18/2005

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 401 - Science Honors Capstone Seminar (Put on reserve 9/16/19)


    Description:
    Skills and techniques for communicating the results of scientific research. Students prepare the final draft of their Science Honors thesis as part of the coursework. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Employ effective writing style in describing the methodology and results of a scientific investigation.
    • Employ effective oral communication skills in describing the methodology and results of a scientific investigation.
    • Effectively critique written and oral presentations of scientific work.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/17/2005

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  • SHP 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 497 - Science Honors Thesis


    Description:
    Completion of Science Honors thesis. Strategies for effective oral presentation of scientific work will also be covered. Students must present results of Science Honors project at SOURCE. Grade will either be S or U.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SHP 401 and admission to the Science Honors Program.

    Credits: (1)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SHP 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

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Science Talent Expansion Program (STEP)

  
  • STEP 101 - Scientific Perspectives and Experimentation I


    Description:
    First course in a three-quarter first year science seminar series. Students develop scientific research and writing skills by using an interdisciplinary approach to investigate sustainability topics. Students must take STEP 101, 102, and 103 to receive credit for Academic Writing II. By department permission. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: enrollment in the STEP program or by permission.

    Credits: (2)

    General Education Category: NS-Applications Natural Science. K1 - Academic Writing II: Reasoning & Research

    General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P5 Sustainability, P6 Ways of Knowing

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Use scientific concepts and processes to investigate a scientific problem important to society for sustainability.
    • Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to address scientific questions.
    • Critically read, analyze, critique, and summarize scientific literature.
    • Apply scientific concepts and processes to write and revise a scientific proposal using appropriate style.
    • Find and use scientific literature to justify a scientific proposal.
    • Communicate in writing and orally to a scientific audience.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/1/18

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  • STEP 102 - Scientific Perspectives and Experimentation II


    Description:
    Second course in a three-quarter seminar series. Students continue developing scientific research and writing skills, study a scientific problem relevant to a current societal issue, and design and conduct laboratory, engineering, computer, and/or field investigations. Students must take STEP 101, 102, and 103 to receive credit for Academic Writing II. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: STEP 101.

    Credits: (2)

    General Education Category: NS-Applications Natural Science. K1 - Academic Writing II: Reasoning & Research

    General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P5 Sustainability, P6 Ways of Knowing

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Use scientific concepts and processes to investigate a scientific problem important to the student and society.
    • Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to address scientific questions.
    • Contribute to a scientific team to investigate a problem.
    • Communicate in writing and orally to a scientific audience.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/1/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • STEP 103 - Scientific Perspectives and Experimentation III


    Description:
    Third course in a three-quarter first year science seminar series. Students survey active research effort by CWU faculty and upper classmen in science, technology and mathematics fields and design their own research project. Students must take STEP 101, 102, and 103 to receive credit for Academic Writing II. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: STEP 102.

    Credits: (1)

    General Education Category: NS-Applications Natural Science (W). K1 - Academic Writing II: Reasoning & Research

    General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P5 Sustainability, P6 Ways of Knowing

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Summarize the objectives and results of research in different fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
    • Evaluate different scientific career options relative to personal interest, knowledge, and skills.
    • Apply scientific concepts and processes to write and revise a scientific proposal using appropriate style.
    • Find and use scientific literature to justify a scientific proposal.
    • Communicate in writing and orally to a scientific audience.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/1/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • STEP 301 - Bridge Seminar I: Survey of Research Opportunities


    Description:
    First course in two-quarter sequence for incoming transfer students. Students are introduced to undergraduate research opportunities at CWU and learn to write an effective research proposal. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: student must be enrolled in STEP Program.

    Credits: (1)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Develop familiarity with undergraduate research opportunities in chosen field at CWU
    • Synthesize and communicate scientific knowledge in a structured format
    • Effectively utilize library and online resources to conduct a literature review and prepare a bibliography

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/21/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • STEP 302 - Bridge Seminar II


    Description:
    Second course in a two-quarter sequence for incoming transfer students. Students develop research and critical thinking skills through careful reading of scientific publications and hands-on experiments. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: STEP 301, and admission to the STEP program, or by permission of instructor.

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Formulate a testable hypothesis based on a theoretical model.
    • Apply concepts of precision and uncertainty in the development and interpretation of scientific experiments.
    • Recognize and describe the essential elements of scientific investigations, as well as their historical development.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/21/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:

Sociology (SOC)

  
  • SOC 101 - Social Problems


    Description:
    An introduction to the study of contemporary issues such as poverty, military policies, families, crime, aging, racial, ethnic conflict, and the environment. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer). SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S. (W).

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S. (W). K6 - Individual & Society

    General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P4 Social Justice

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Explain the basic terms, concepts, and theoretical frameworks in Sociology;
    • Recognize and evaluate the relationship between individual and social issues;
    • Analyze social problems by applying sociological theories;
    • Describe the causes and consequences of the problems associated with social inequality and discrimination;
    • Explain and apply diverse empirical methods to investigate and analyze public policy and politics in efforts to address social problems. 
    • Describe the role of public policy and politics in efforts to address social problems.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/16/17

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 107 - Principles of Sociology


    Description:
    An introduction to the basic concepts and theories of sociology with an emphasis on the group aspects of human behavior. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer). SB-Foundations of Human Adaptations and Behavior (W).

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: SB-Foundations of Human Adaptations and Behavior (W). K6 - Individual & Society

    General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P4 Social Justice, P6 Ways of Knowing

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify basic principles and institutions that underlie the cultures and traditions of groups, organizations, societies, or nations.
    • Describe theories about individuals, social processes, social networks, or the relationships between individuals and society.
    • Explain and apply diverse empirical methods to investigate and analyze individuals, groups, or societies.
    • Analyze human behavior, perspectives, or cultures using theory and research
    • Articulate ways that social diversity shapes attitudes and values affecting the respect and equality of others

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/16/17

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 109 - Social Construction of Race


    Description:
    Exploration of the social construction of race from antiquity to modern day.  How did the idea of race come about?  How did it evolve?  What have been the social consequences of the idea of race? Formerly ETS 101, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer). SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S. (W).

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S. (W). K2 - Community, Culture, & Citizenship

    General Education Pathways: P1 Civic & Community Engagement

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Articulate the requirements of informed citizenship based on analyses of the social construction of race.
    • Explain how social, psychological, and/or culturally diverse experiences create value in a community in terms of race and citizenship.
    • Analyze relationships between citizenship and politics and the social construction of race.
    • Describe how the concept of race and its historical, social, economic, and cultural developments have affected communities, citizenship, politics, and government.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/21/17

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 291 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  
  • SOC 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 299 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 300 - Introduction to the Major


    Description:
    This course will introduce Sociology/Social Services majors to information and resources and skills that they need to be successful and develop a plan to graduate. Students will gain knowledge about program requirements and cultivate necessary skills. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter and Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: students must have declared a major in sociology or social services to enroll in this class.

    Credits: (1)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Determine personal education goals relevant to the Sociology/Social Services major and develop an action plan to complete major requirements.
    • Analyze professional resources and explore career goals and future educational options.
    • Develop research skills and assess information resources (e.g. literature searching, use of ASA format) that will facilitate success in future coursework.
    • Synthesize course information in order to complete a professional growth plan.

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 301 - Introduction and History of Social Service Agencies


    Description:
    Introduction to the fields of social welfare, health services and corrections; organization and function of agencies.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts and terminology in the field of social service
    • Put welfare policies in the US in historical perspective
    • Identify the relationship between social problems in the US and social services
    • Identify important trends and issues in the practice of social service
    • Incorporate hands on social service experience in a social service setting

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 305 - American Society


    Description:
    Introduction to the social structure and processes of American society; emphasis on institutions such as government, family, schools, and religion, and processes such as conflict, change, stratification, mobility, and communication. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer). SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S. (W).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: sophomore standing or above.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S. (W). K2 - Community, Culture, & Citizenship

    General Education Pathways: P1 Civic & Community Engagement

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Articulate the requirements of informed citizenship based on sociological theories and perspectives and empirical research of social, cultural, economic and political processes, issues, and events.
    • Explain how social and culturally diverse experiences create value in a community based on sociological research of the cultural and structural frameworks that constitute and influence the workings of social institutions.
    • Analyze relationships between local, national, regional, and global cultures and community, citizenship, politics, and government through sociological reseaerch on regional, national, and internationl institutions.
    • Describe how culture, social class, gender race/ethnicity in social insitutions have affected communities, citizenship, politics, and government.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/16/17

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 307 - Individual and Society


    Description:
    An analysis of the relationship between social structure and the individual. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: K6 - Individual & Society

    General Education Pathways: P6 Ways of Knowing

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Define basic terminology used in the field of social psychology.
    • Recognize and discuss sociological theories relevant to the field of social psychology.
    • Recognize and discuss sociological research relevant to the field of social psychology.
    • Analyze various research methods, including the appropriateness of methods for specific research questions and hypotheses, questions of validity, the specific conclusions that can be drawn from research, and potential questions/methods for future research.
    • Discuss, interpret, and demonstrate social-structural influences on individual behaviors, values, and identities, as well as how each of these bear on social interactions and social location (i.e., access to resources, opportunities, and rewards).

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/1/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 310 - Social Service Methods and Casework


    Description:
    Casework interviewing techniques and skills, traditional and contemporary methods, emphasis upon developing a personal casework style.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SOC 301.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate knowledge of the basic fundamentals of social work practice
    • Discuss and analyze in written form materials related to topics of social service
    • Demonstrate the knowledge of the basic structure of social service organizations and the role they play in the community
    • Develop a broad understanding of professional ethics as it is related to the practice of social casework

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 320 - Death and Dying


    Description:
    An analysis of social attitudes, practices, and institutions associated with death and dying in American society.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 322 - Sociology of Food


    Description:
    Sociological study of food, including contemporary, historical, and cross-cultural explorations. Draws on sociological theory and research to understand the significance of food for human societies. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SOC 107.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: K6 - Individual & Society

    General Education Pathways: P5 Sustainability

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Discuss social-structural influences on food production, distribution, consumption, and social norms.
    • Discuss the social significance of foods and the impact of their production, distribution, and consumption for social life.
    • Interpret social-structural influences on one’s own perspectives about food and relationship to food.
    • Examine social norms and behaviors surrounding food.
    • Examine social inequalities (related to race, gender, social class, etc.) evidenced in sociological research on food.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/18/18

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 325 - Aging


    Description:
    Problems and advantages of growing old in society; post-parental families, retirement, the economics of pensions, importance of interaction in old age, residential facilities, geriatric medicine, and dying.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe and apply basic concepts and theories about the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence the lifestyle and life course of the elderly
    • Explain how class, gender, race, and culture affect aging and recognize the roles and needs of the elderly
    • Recognize the myths and ignorance surrounding aging and older adults in society
    • Discuss the impact of the aging population on society

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 326 - Social Demography


    Description:
    This course surveys major principles and methods of social demography and will cover demographic analysis of population that focuses on both U.S. and global aspects of social change: fertility, mortality and life expectancy, and migration.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: math placement test score to qualify for at least Math 100C or successful completion of Math 100B with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: FYE3 - Quantitative Reasoning

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Explain and interpret demographic data presented in mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams and tables.)
    • Convert demographic data and information about fertility, mortality and life expectancy, and migration into statistical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams and tables.)
    • Make analytical judgements and draw appropriate conclusions about population change  based on quantitative analysis of demographic data and vital statistics.
    • Make and evaluate assumptions about national and global population change in estimation modeling and data analysis of social demographic data.
    • Analyze and critique humanistic claims about social change involving quantitative information of U.S. and global population census and vital statistics data. 
    • Perform college-level arithmetical and mathematical calculations about U.S. and global population data. 

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/1/19

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
    Fall Locations: Ellensburg
  
  • SOC 327 - Health and Society


    Description:
    An examination of social and cultural factors impacting the distribution of health and illness across groups and individuals in society including the relationship between disparities in health care and principles of social justice and equality. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category: K6 - Individual & Society

    General Education Pathways: P2 Health & Well-being, P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P4 Social Justice

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

     

    • Identify and articulate basic principles and institutions that underlie cultural, historical and social understandings of health and illness, and interactions with the healthcare system.
    • Describe and identify sociological  perspectives and theories about health and illness.
    • Apply diverse empirical methods to investigate and analyze health related issues within and outside the U.S., their causes and strategies for solutions 
    • Critically analyze social, economic, and political perspectives on health and illness
    • Analyze the relationship between individual experience and social factors related to disparities in health and illness using theory and research
    • Articulate how race, class, gender, and sexuality interact with the inequality present in the US to affect both the health care system and the attainment of health

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/2/17

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:

  
  • SOC 331 - Sociology of Sport


    Description:
    Sports and games as social phenomena.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify the role of sport in American society as a social institution.
    • Identify the socio- historical development of sport in American society.
    • Critically assess the functioning and structure of sport in the modem age.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 338 - Political Sociology


    Description:
    Major theories of power in society. Analysis of the political/economic structure of society as it determines the differential access to social power by different social groups.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify various theoretical perspectives on American politics.
    • Identify the sources of political influence and power in America.
    • Critically analyze the functioning of American politics.
    • Identify the components of informed citizenship in relation to a sustainable democracy.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 343 - Child Abuse


    Description:
    An analysis of the causes, consequences of and prospects for dealing with the phenomena of child abuse and neglect in American society.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify important historic developments in the’ definition and treatment of child abuse in the United States
    • Recognize symptoms of various kinds of child abuse
    • Demonstrate knowledge of social factors facilitating or hindering the reporting of child abuse
    • Demonstrate knowledge of the legal and social service framework for reporting and intervention in cases of child abuse

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 344 - Juvenile Delinquency


    Description:
    A study of social factors causing delinquency in youth; major theories, analysis of treatment and control.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify and discuss historical eras of juvenile delinquency and the Juvenile Justice System in the United States.
    • Identify and discuss sources of data and statistics measuring the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency and their related strengths and weaknesses.
    • Identify and discuss sociological theories of juvenile delinquency and be conversant with their theoretical scope and level of empirical support.
    • Identify and discuss the social problems of juveniles’ lives, social groups and social institutions and their relationships to delinquency.
    • Apply sociological theories of juvenile delinquency to social policy.
    • Identify and discuss empirical knowledge about delinquency correction programs.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/4/2010

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 345 - Deviance


    Description:
    A survey of approaches to the field of deviance with emphasis on contemporary work and focus on the problematics of the field.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 346 - Criminology


    Description:
    A study of the adult criminal, criminal behavior, and criminality in human societies.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 348 - Women and Crime


    Description:
    This course will critically assess the current theoretical and empirical literature on female criminality and social control.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify theoretical basis for gender differences in criminal behavior
    • Compare and contrast empirical evidence identifying the differences between male and female criminal behavior
    • Demonstrate understanding of the history of violence against women
    • Demonstrate the differences between the experience of men and women in the criminal justice system

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    5/31/2012

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 349 - Law and Society


    Description:
    Law is studied through the major sociological perspectives by examining law and its relations with the economy, policy, family, religion, socioeconomic production, social class, gender, and race and ethnicity.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SOC 107.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify and discuss the core sociological perspectives in relation to law as a social institution, structure, and process.
    • Identify and discuss law and its relationships to the social stratification dimensions of social class, gender, and race, and ethnicity.
    • Identify and discuss the regulatory role law has for other social institutions.
    • Identify and discuss how institutions and social movements shape the formation of law.
    • Identify and discuss the complex relations between law and culture.
    • Identify and discuss how law is socially constructed through the enactment of social roles located in the social field of the courts and legal system.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/3/2011

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 350 - Social Theory I


    Description:
    An introduction to social theory through study of early social thinkers, emphasizing the works of Durkheim, Marx, and Weber.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SOC 107 and 10 units of  sociology 300-and-above level courses.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 351 - Sociology of Work


    Description:
    An historical view of the impact of technology on society and social change. Importance of work as an institution. How work relates to the other social institutions, to culture, and to the development of personality.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 352 - Punishment and Corrections


    Description:
    Origin, maintenance, structure, and function of institutions of punishment and correction with particular emphasis on American society; problems of change in punishment and corrections.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 354 - Minority Experience


    Description:
    Explanations will be identified for institutional racism common to the history and character of American minorities. SOC 354 and ETS 354 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Recognize the main points in minority-white relationships
    • Recognize the historical legacy of racism
    • Compare white Americans, African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans and Latino Americans regarding socio-economic characteristics and power
    • Identify the basic questions and issues in the area of race and ethnicity
    • Identify the specific policy implications of theoretical and practical research in the area
    • Have the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/13/2003

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 356 - Sociology of Gender


    Description:
    A review and analysis of the development, maintenance, and consequences of masculine and feminine social roles.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 357 - Sociology of Families


    Description:
    Theory and research about familial interaction and society.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify and recognize diverse family forms
    • Identify current and historical trends in family formation from a sociological perspective integrating social, demographic, economic and cultural perspectives
    • Identify contemporary social and political issues influencing contemporary families
    • Demonstrated ability to incorporate critical thinking and writing skills in analysis of the family

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/5/2008

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 358 - Sociology of Sexualities


    Description:
    Exploration of how sexualities are socially constructed and controlled. This course we use a sociological lens to examine how sexualities directly and indirectly shape our daily lives, adopting both a life-course and cross-cultural perspectives to understand the fluidity of sexuality.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe and apply basic concepts and theories about the biological, psychological and social factors that influence the social construction and control of sexualities.
    • Compare and contrast by life-course and cross cultural perspectives the ways sexualities are directly and indirectly shaped.
    • Identify, analyze, and discuss facts and myths about sexual identity and sexuality.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of sexualities and sexual identities on society.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    5/30/2012

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 359 - U.S. Feminist Movements


    Description:
    This course analyzes the structure and dynamics of U.S. social movements based on gender, as well as the participation of women in other social movements, and the changing status of women in American society.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SOC 107.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of feminism and feminist movements and their impact on social institutions, social structure, culture and identities.
    • Discuss feminist ideas and activism as they relate to the economic, political, and cultural dimensions of society.
    • Compare and contrast different perspectives in feminist and anti-feminist debates.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/21/2013

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 362 - Social Movements


    Description:
    Causes, organizational problems, consequences of revolutions, and political, religious and social movements.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 363 - Methods of Social Research


    Description:
    Principles and applications of social research methods.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SOC 107 and 5 units of  sociology 300+ level courses or permission from the instructor.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 364 - Data Analysis in Sociology


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SOC 363.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 365 - Minority Groups


    Description:
    Study of the social formation of minority groups in American society, their historical development, current conditions, and issues. SOC 365 and WGSS 326 are equivalent courses; a student may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate a basic understanding and appreciation of fundamental sociological concepts and theories regarding minority groups in the U.S.
    • Demonstrate understanding of the diversity of minority groups in the United States
    • Analyze the extent, causes, and consequences of historical and continuing inequality that minority groups in the United States face.
    • Develop and apply critical thinking skills.
    • Apply the intersectional approach to everyday life situations.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/3/19

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
    Fall Locations: Ellensburg Spring Locations: Online
  
  • SOC 366 - Sociology of American Indians


    Description:
    This course presents a sociological approach to Native American society. Specifically, it explores social institutions in Indian Country including political, economic, family, religious, and educational systems. Understanding the American Indian experience in relation to broader society is emphasized.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify the social institutions present in “Indian Country”.
    • Outline the differences between the social institutions in “Indian Country” and the dominant society.
    • Summarize the basis for sovereignty in “Indian Country.”
    • Demonstrate knowledge of political, economic, family, religious and educational systems in tribal society.

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 367 - Sociology of Religion (Put on reserve 9/16/18)


    Description:
    The social organization of religious experience in small and large societies and the relationship of religious beliefs to human life. (Put on reserve 9/16/18, will go inactive 8/24/21)

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 369 - Mass Media and Society


    Description:
    Relationship of the mass media to social institutions; including philosophy, responsibilities, regulations, and criticism. Variable topic, may be repeated for up to 8 credits under a different title. COM 369 and SOC 369 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both. May be repeated for credit.

    Credits: (4)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 370 - Social Change


    Description:
    Social processes, institutional development and revolutions.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 371 - Globalization


    Description:
    Examines globalization and its impact on social institutions, social structures, cultures, and social relationships within and between different societies.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SOC 107.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of globalization and its impact on social institutions, social structures, culture, and social relationships within and between different societies.
    • Discuss globalization in its different dimensions: economic, political, cultural, and social.
    • Compare and contrast different perspectives in the globalization debates.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/21/2013

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 375 - Sociology of Conflict


    Description:
    Major theories of conflict in society. Applications of theories to contemporary United States. Investigation of major factors related to societal power and conflict.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 376 - Sociology of the Military and Veterans in U.S. Society (Put on reserve 9/16/19)


    Description:
    Sociology of the military as a societal institution, active duty military personnel, and veterans. The course surveys the structures and societal impacts of military institutions, the demographic and social patterns of military life, and the transition to civilian life. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify basic outlines of the historical development of the U.S. military; demonstrate an understanding of the organizational structures of the military, and the economic, social and cultural impacts of U.S. military institutions in society.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of demographic and social structures of active duty military personnel; patterns of recruitment and participation, training and employment conditions, deployment; family and social structures.
    • Demonstrate understanding of patterns and issues in transition of military personnel from active duty to civilian life; demonstrate knowledge about physical and mental health conditions, educational opportunities and labor force participation, housing, family life, community involvement (e.g. advocacy organizations).
    • Demonstrate knowledge of resources for active duty military, military veterans, and service providers.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of sociological aspects of active military duty: training for service, working conditions, culture and rules, ‘social relationships in the context of active duty,’ impact of active duty on relationships in the civilian world.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/21/2013

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 380 - Environmental Sociology


    Description:
    Examination of interactions between societies and their environments, such as the relationships between population, health, and the environment; the environmental movement, how people perceive environmental problems, globalization, and the mechanisms behind environmental injustice.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Articulate the variety of ways groups of human beings have organized themselves, in terms of how environmental problems and solutions are the result of human social organization;
    • Illustrate and analyze the challenges that we face in an ever changing ecosystem and examine how the various effects of environmental issues are not equally distributed
    • Differentiate and diagnose the different ways in which social scientists have attempted to make sense of the relationship between humans and the natural environment and the varied responses to environmental changes
    • Assess relevant key terms and concepts in social and ecological systems and evaluate the various theoretical and empirical ways to understand them.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    5/10/19

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
    Fall Locations: Ellensburg, Online Summer Locations: Online
  
  • SOC 382 - Sociology of the Future (Put on reserve 9/16/19)


    Description:
    A sociological analysis of predictions of the future. Principal questions will revolve around the effects of technology on social structure and the individual. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Be introduced to and become familiar with current advances in the bio-medical and technological fields as well as the social and psychological consequences that these changes might bring.
    • Be asked to familiarize themselves with the ethical issues.
    • Gain knowledge of the relationship between technological change and social change as well as an understanding that a person can consciously shape the future.

    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/6/2003

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 386 - Seminar on Racism


    Description:
    An advanced level of study examining the nature and dynamics of social forces in American society that produce the phenomena of racism. The changing forms of racism that occur historically at the intersection of class and gender oppression.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 399 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 415 - Urban Sociology


    Description:
    Growth, structure, and functions of the city; their relationships to surrounding and rural areas, urban ecological patterns, planning, and the problems of urban living.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SOC 107 and 10 units of  sociology 300-and-above level courses.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
  
  • SOC 425 - Sociology of Education


    Description:
    Impact of culture on schools. Examination of contemporary social trends and relationships among church, school, and government; contributions of sociology to the area of education in its broadest sense.

    Credits: (5)

    Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
 

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