Jun 23, 2024

2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalogue

2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalogue Archived Catalogue

Course Descriptions

All undergraduate courses offered by the university are listed. Not all of the courses listed are offered within a single academic year. A listing of the courses offered during a given semester is available online before preregistration each semester.

Note: This catalogue has been amended per a 2016 UNCW Faculty Senate decision to retroactively remove the Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster requirement from the University Studies program. Students who wish to complete a cluster may do so, however, completion of a cluster is no longer required. Course description references to Thematic Transdisciplinary Clusters apply to students who choose to complete a cluster.

Trial Courses

Academic departments may offer special trial courses during the fall and spring semesters on a one-time basis without adding them to their regular departmental offerings. A second trial offering, if additional data are essential, must be within two regular semesters of the first. Numbers designating these special courses are 292 and 492. Descriptive information on trial courses does not appear in the catalogue but is on file in the Office of the Registrar.

Sequenced Courses

A hyphen connecting courses (e.g., 201-202) indicates that the first course in the sequence must be satisfactorily completed prior to registration in the second course of the sequence. When course numbers are separated by a comma (e.g., 201, 202), the first course is not necessarily prerequisite to those following.

Online Courses

The university currently offers a variety of online courses, and two degree programs, the RN to B.S. option in nursing and Bachelor of Science in clinical research (CLR), are delivered totally online. Such courses are so designated in the Class Schedule and are open to both on- and off-campus students. Students interested in these programs should consult the online courses Web site http://www.uncw.edu/online.

Credits and Class Meetings

Unless specifically indicated at the end of the course description, the number of hours a class meets each week is the same as the credit hour value of the course. The semester hours credit for each course is indicated in parentheses immediately below the title of the course. For example, if three hours of credit may be earned, the credit is indicated as follows: (3). In variable credit courses, the minimum and maximum hours are shown as follows: (1-3).

Course Prefixes

The prefixes used to designate courses are abbreviations of the names of departments or fields of study within departments, as shown below:

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Social Work
	SWK 366 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorders and Addictions (SWK 566 ) Introduction to the dilemma of substance use disorders and addictions, an overview of habit-forming substances, as well as strengthening student awareness of signs and symptoms present when initiating work with individuals dealing with substance abuse and addictions. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 396 - Pre-Field Seminar Credits: 1 Prerequisites: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site, SWK 235 , SWK 240 and SWK 320 ; corequisites: SWK 321 , SWK 341 . Explore professional expectations of field education, including ethical standards of the NASW Code of Ethics. Preparation of a resume, identification of the student’s learning style, and exploration of diverse agencies and fields of practice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 406 - Research Methods for Social Work Practice I Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site, SWK 321 and SWK 341 ; corequisite: SWK 496 or SWK 497 . Research methodologies in social work practice; client-centered research questions, theoretical frameworks, research design sampling, data collection, analysis and report writing. Satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Quantitative and Logical Reasoning. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 407 - Research Methods for Social Work Practice II Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site, SWK 321 and SWK 341 ; corequisite: SWK 496 or SWK 497 . Program/Practice Evaluation: group and single-subject designs, applications, data analysis, and ethical considerations. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 417 - Constructing Masculinities: from Boyhood to Manhood Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 or consent of instructor. Impact of biological-psychological-social/cultural influences on male development, the construction of multiple masculinities and the consequent impact on men’s lives, their families, and society. Discussion of implications for social work practice and social policy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 418 - Social Work Practice in the School Environment Credits: 3 Prerequisite or co-requisite: SWK 341 ; corequisite: SWK 496 or permission of instructor. Examines legislation shaping contemporary public education and school social work services in North Carolina. Emphasis on strengths-based, solution-focused social work intervention across the spectrum of social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students to enhance school performance. This course and a field placement in a school setting are required for NC School Social Work Certification. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 425 - Mindfulness: Implications for Personal Wellbeing and Professional Practice Credits: 3 (SWK 525 ) Elective course open to all majors and designed to acquaint students with the concept of mindfulness, its connection to personal wellbeing,and its relevance to future professional practice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 442 - Generalist Social Work Practice with Groups Credits: 3 Prerequisite: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site and SWK 341 ; corequisite: SWK 496 . Basic group typology and dynamics applied to task and treatment groups in generalist social work practice. Client-directed strengths-based skills for a range of treatment and task groups. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 443 - Social Work Practice with Communities and Organizations Credits: 3 Prerequisite: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site and SWK 442 ; corequisite: SWK 497 . Knowledge, values, and skills common to social work practice at the community and organizational levels. Principles of social planning, community development, and social action. Topics include needs assessment, program planning and development, organizational change and program evaluation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 444 - Healing and the Mind: An Integrative Practice Credits: 3 (SWK 544 ) Covers research in neurobiology, interpersonal neuroscience, positive psychology and mindfulness. Integrates these findings into experiential exercises in personal development and practice in the fields of physical and emotional health, human services and schools. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 450 - The Culture of Military Life and Entering the War Zone Credits: 3 ( SWK 550 ) Prerequisites: SWK 235 or permission of instructor. Understanding the fundamental culture of military life and training and the experience of troops entering the war zone: norms, language, rank, military justice, and family life. Using the concept of ‘battle mind’ the course will cover the requirements of troop preparation for combat and their entering the war zone. Preparation for social work students to be able to work with veterans, active military and their families. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 451 - Returning from the War Zone: Consequences, PTSD, Traumatic Injury, Interventions and Preventative Measures Credits: 3 ( SWK 551 ) Prerequisite: SWK 450 . Students will learn the potential consequences for troops returning home to state side military life and family life: Confronting stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, anger, panic reactions, PTSD resulting from war zone service. Methods of prevention and intervention will be covered. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 460 - Grant Writing for Human Services Credits: 3 Study and development of grant writing skills for human service workers. Course discusses development of needs assessment, goal setting, program design, evaluation, budgeting and securing funding sources. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 491 - Directed Individual Study Credits: 1 - 3 Prerequisite: Overall GPA of at least 2.00, junior or senior standing, and consent of instructor, department chair and dean. Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. For further information, consult the Directed Individual Studies section in this catalogue. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 495 - Topical Seminar Credits: 1 - 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 , SWK 235 and consent of instructor. Discussion of selected topics in social work. May be repeated under a different subtitle. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 496 - Field Practicum I Credits: 6 Prerequisites: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site, SWK 396 , SWK 321 , SWK 341 and SWK 355 ; co-requisites: SWK 406 , SWK 442 , permission of instructor and 2.5 overall GPA. Development and application of skills used in social work practice. Supervision of student field experience in a community social service setting. Analysis and discussion of field experiences in a series of field seminars to be arranged by the field liaison. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Satisfies University Studies VI: Common Requirements/Capstone Course. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 497 - Field Practicum II Credits: 6 Prerequisites: Restricted to BSW majors main campus and/or extension site, SWK 496 , SWK 396 , SWK 321 , SWK 341 and SWK 355 ; co-requisites: SWK 407 , SWK 443 , permission of instructor and 2.5 overall GPA. Development and application of skills used in social work practice. Supervision of student field experience in a community social service setting. Analysis and discussion of field experiences in a series of field seminars to be arranged by the field liaison. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Satisfies University Studies VI: Common Requirements/Capstone Courses. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWK 499 - Honors Work in Social Work Credits: 2 - 3 Prerequisite: Eligibility for honors program and senior standing. Independent study for honors students. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SWKL 240 - Working Relationship Lab Credits: 1 Prerequisite or co-requisite: SWK 235 ; corequisites: SWK 240 and SWK 320 . Students will practice the basic working relationship interviewing skills.This course is the lab for SWK 240 . Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Sociology
	SOC 105 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3 Introduction to the scientific study of human society and social behavior. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Human Behavior. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 200 - Sociology of Sport Credits: 3 A sociological examination of the rise of sport in contemporary society. Topics such as the social organization of sports, women and sports, sports and violence, inter-scholastic sports and achievement behavior, discrimination and sports, and the future of sports are covered. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 215 - Modern Social Problems Credits: 3 Contemporary social issues and conditions viewed as problematic, such as racism, sexism, crime, poverty, war, alienation, and deviance. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 220 - Sociology of Death and Dying Credits: 3 Examination of the sociological dimensions of death in modern society. The social organizational and cultural dimensions of death will be considered in terms of rites of passage, bureaucratization, social movements, cultural differences, and historical and contemporary contexts. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Public Health and Human Development/Human Behavior. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 240 - Individuals and Societies in a Global World Credits: 3 Introduction to globalization as an ongoing socio-economic process and as an analytical concept. Examines various aspects of globalization of economies and societies. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in a Global Society. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Global Diversity. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 250 - Issues in Social Justice Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Overview of the sociological study of social justice and policies that proclaim to promote social justice in the United States. Examines various forms of institutionalized inequality on the basis of social class, race/ethnicity, gender and sexuality. Partially Satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Gender and Social Justice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 255 - Criminology Credits: 3 (CRM 255 ) Prerequisite: SOC 105 or CRM 105 . May not be taken for credit if student has already completed SOC 256 or CRM 256 . The scientific study of the nature, extent, correlates and etiology of crime, with an emphasis on sociological theories of crime. Topics include crimes against persons and property, public order crimes, and both informal and formal reactions to crime. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Human Behavior. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 256 - Criminology: Writing Intensive Credits: 3 (CRM 256 ) Prerequisites: CRM 105 or SOC 105 . May not be taken for credit if student has already completed SOC 255 or CRM 255. The scientific study of the nature, extent, correlates, and etiology of crime, with an emphasis on sociological theories of crime. Topics include crimes against persons and property, public order crimes, and both informal and formal reactions to crime. This course will require students to submit formal written work as well as informal writing assignments. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. May not be taken for credit if student has already completed SOC 255 or CRM 255. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 300 - Methods of Social Research Credits: 3 (CRM 300 ) Prerequisite: SOC 105 or CRM 105 ; pre or co-requisite: MAT 111 or higher (excluding MAT 141 , MAT 142 ) or a score of 4 or higher on the UNCW math placement test. Introduction to logic and methods of sociological research. Topics include connections between theory and research, problem formulation and research design, conceptualization and measurement, sampling modes of observation and analysis, ethical issues, and the political context of research. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 301 - Sociological Data Analysis and Interpretation Credits: 3 (CRM 301 ) Prerequisites: SOC 300 or CRM 300 and MAT 111 or higher (excluding MAT 141 , MAT 142 ) or a score of 4 or higher on the UNCW math placement test. Instruction in computer-assisted univariate and bivariate analysis and interpretation of social science data. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Quantitative and Logical Reasoning. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 303 - Media and Society Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . The relationship between mass media, culture, and society with special emphasis on the social, political, and economic contexts of the mass media. Media examined include television, the press, films, popular music, and the electronic superhighway. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 304 - Popular Culture Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Sociological analysis of popular forms of everyday life in America: fashion, fads, entertainment trends, advertising, television programming, music, myths, stereotypes, and icons of mass-mediated culture. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 305 - Population Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . A study of the changes in size, composition, distribution of population and the dynamics underlying them. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 306 - Sociology of Culture Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 or consent of instructor. Overview and analysis of the interplay between social and cultural structures. Examination of research in and theories of culture and social structure’s dialectical relationship; dominant ideology and hegemony; cultural capital and cultural reproduction; symbol, ritual, and moral order; knowledge production and transformation; dynamics of cultural change. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 315 - Urban Sociology Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Analysis of the history and development, social organization, and problems of the city. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 320 - Rural Sociology Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . An examination of the issues and perspectives in rural sociology. Multiple sociological aspects of rural life will be explored focusing on gender, race, social class and social change. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 325 - Racial and Ethnic Group Relations Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . An examination of race and ethnicity in modern societies and social, economic, and political inequalities among racial and ethnic groups. Major topics include political-economic causes and consequences of prejudice, racism and institutional discrimination; social history of intergroup relations in the United States; comparative intergroup relations. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Immigration. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 326 - Collective Behavior and Social Movements Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Analysis of social behavior that breaks from existing patterns and expectations, such as riots, crowds, revolution, and social movements. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 335 - The Sociology of Deviant Behavior Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . The analysis of certain behavior in terms of deviations from norms; the application of sociological and psychological concepts and theory to deviant behavior, and the critical evaluation of non-sociological research and theories. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 336 - Sociology of Aging Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 or GRN 101 . Sociological theories and methods used to explain the aging process. Topics include demography, age stratification, aging and the life course, minority elderly, housing patterns, health, and social policy. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation; Living in a Global Society. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Human Behavior/Public Health and Human Development. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 337 - Medical Sociology Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . A sociocultural analysis of the general area of health and illness. Emphasis is given to understanding the distribution of health and illness in the United States and its impact on the patient status. The course includes a discussion of the organization and use of health care services from a sociological perspective. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Public Health and Human Development. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 340 - Organizations in Modern Society Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . An introduction to the dynamics of social life in large-scale organizations. Topics include organizational social psychology, organizational structure and process, and organization-community relations. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 345 - Sociology of the Family Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Origin and development of the family as a social institution from an historical and comparative approach; analysis of forms and functions of the family; socialization, mate selection, procreation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 346 - Sociology of Religion Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . An analysis of the structure, function and process of religion, emphasizing the reciprocal relation of religion and cultural and religious differentiation and institutionalization. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Human Behavior/Global Diversity. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 347 - Sociology of Education Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Historical-comparative sociological analysis of formal education systems in modern societies. Examination of sociological theories of education as they apply to political economy, stratification, social selection, cultural reproduction, and social change. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 348 - Sociology of Art Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 or consent of instructor. Examines the dialectical relationship between art and society, focusing on the connections between artists, critics, patrons. Includes analysis of the ways in which art is produced, distributed, and evaluated, and is both organized by and organizes social interaction. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 350 - Gender and Society Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Focus on gender in social life. Theoretical explanations of gender differentiation, with an emphasis on socialization, stratification, family, work, education, politics, and social change. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in a Global Society. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Partially Satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Gender and Social Justice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 360 - Social Theory Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 and six additional hours in sociology. An introduction to major theoretical perspectives in sociology including functional theory; conflict theory; exchange theory; interactionist theory; and structural theory. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 365 - Social Psychology Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . A sociological analysis of human social interaction. Topics include symbolic interaction, socialization, interpersonal relations. Focus is on social and cultural influences on individual and group behavior. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 366 - Social Change Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . The study of social and cultural change in community and society with emphasis upon the rate and degree of change, direction of change, mechanism of change, and planning of change. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 370 - Sociology through Film Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 or permission of instructor. Use of film to examine sociological concepts, social forces, and social issues. Viewing feature-length films with a critical eye enables exploration of social phenomena, including race/ethnicity, social class, gender, sexuality, cultural capital, and social identity. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 375 - Juvenile Delinquency Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . The analysis and description of the problem of juvenile delinquency as it exists in a changing contemporary society. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 380 - Social Classes Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Examination of social stratification as the system of distribution of privilege, power and prestige in modern and traditional societies. Discussion of major theories and theorists of stratification; the structure and process of systems of social inequality; the causes, correlates and consequences of socially structured inequality. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 391 - Public Sociology/Criminology Seminar Credits: 3 (CRM 391 ) Prerequisite: SOC 300 /CRM 300 , SOC 301 /CRM 301 , and SOC 360 . This topical seminar is the first in a two-semester sequence CRM/SOC 391 (Fall) and CRM/SOC 496 (Spring). Students apply sociological tools to real-life issues in a variety of social settings and submit research proposals to the faculty coordinator. Methods may include surveys, planning, program and community development, and evaluation applications. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 415 - Globalization and Development Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 and 3 additional hours in sociology at the 300 level. An examination of development and globalization theories and globalization processes in the 21st century through comparative development analysis. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 433 - Sociology of Mental Illness Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Sociological theories of and social responses to mental illness. History and analysis of mental health systems. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Human Behavior and Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Public Health and Human Development. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 438 - Social Epidemiology Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 or consent of instructor. Methods and substance of social epidemiology; demographics of illness in American society. Case studies linking environmental and behavioral variables to disease incidence examined. Specific attention to the social response to AIDS and other communicable diseases. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 449 - Sociology of Law Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 and junior/senior standing. An analysis of the role of law in society. Special emphasis will be given to the relationship between law and social organization and the relation of sociocultural changes to substantive and procedural aspects of law. The concept of justice will also be analyzed. Law will be viewed as a collectivistic-individualistic process and as a reflection of sociocultural values. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 455 - Advanced Criminology Credits: 3 (CRM 455 ) Prerequisite: CRM 105 and CRM 255 (SOC 255 ), or CRM 256 (SOC 256 ). Advanced study of crime, criminality and victimization in contemporary society. Assessment of assumptions, propositions and supporting evidence of crime theories. Emphasis on developing critical thinking skills related to crime and justice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 460 - Sociology of Poverty Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 and SOC 360 . Examination of the nature and extent of poverty in the United States. Discussion of poverty measurement, characteristics, poverty population, international comparisons, underlying causes of poverty and government programs and policies that address poverty. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 485 - The Community Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 . Structure, process, and change in modern communities. Topics include analysis of the concept of community; the community as a social system; major community functions; relationships between the community and larger society; community stratification, power structure and organization. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 486 - Sociology of Work and Occupations Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 and three additional hours in sociology or economics. Analysis of the place of work in society. Examines occupational structures as the primary link between persons and the larger society. Topics include the growth and development of occupational structure, occupations and technological change, and organizational complexity. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 490 - Senior Seminar Credits: 3 - 6 Prerequisites: SOC 301 , SOC 360 and senior status. A topical seminar in which students apply the sociological theory and methods they have learned as a major to a collaborative research project and paper. Required oral presentations fulfill the oral competency requirement. The seminar is the capstone course for sociology majors. Satisfies University Studies VI: Common Requirements/Capstone Course. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 491 - Directed Individual Study Credits: 1 - 3 Prerequisite: Overall GPA of at least 2.00, junior or senior standing, and consent of instructor, department chair and dean. Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. For further information, consult the Directed Individual Studies section in this catalogue. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom/Certified Internship Program. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 495 - Topical Seminar Credits: 1 - 3 Prerequisite: SOC 105 and consent of instructor. Discussion of selected topics in sociology. May be repeated under a different subtitle. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 496 - Practicum in Public Sociology/Criminology Credits: 3 - 6 (CRM 496 ) Prerequisites: SOC 300 (CRM 300 ), SOC 301 (CRM 301 ), SOC 360 , and SOC 391 (CRM 391 ); junior or senior standing; instructor consent. This course is the second in a two-semester sequence. Students carry out the research proposed and approved in CRM/SOC 391. Students cannot take the public sociology/criminology practicum in addition to the internship course (SOC 498 ), the senior project course (SOC 490 ) or the Honor’s Thesis course (SOC 499 ). Satisfies University Studies VI: Common Requirements/Capstone Course. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 498 - Internship in Sociology Credits: 3 - 6 Prerequisites: SOC 300 , SOC 301 , SOC 360 , SOC 391 . Restrictions: junior or senior standing, at least a 2.00 GPA, and instructor consent, cannot take internship and practicum. The application of sociological theory and concepts under supervision at a site in which the student observes and participates in highly organized social interaction. Placement must be approved by faculty coordinator, department chair, and dean in the semester prior to the internship. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SOC 499 - Honors Work in Sociology Credits: 2 - 3 Prerequisite: Eligibility for honors program, SOC 301 (CRM 301 ), SOC 360 and junior or senior status. Independent work for honors students in which students apply sociological theory and methods to a major research project and paper that is then presented orally before an examining committee. Honors work is typically completed in two 3 credit hour semesters. This course serves as an alternative to the SOC 490 capstone requirement for sociology general track majors. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Writing Intensive. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Information Literacy. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Satisfies College of Arts and Sciences oral communication requirement. Satisfies University Studies VI: Common Requirements/Capstone Course. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Spanish
	SPN 101 - Introductory Spanish I Credits: 3 Emphasis on achievement of an active command of the language. Aural-oral practice; intensive study of the basic patterns of spoken Spanish; reading, writing and basic conversation. For students with one unit or less of high school Spanish. Partially satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 102 - Introductory Spanish II Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 101 . Emphasis on achievement of an active command of the language. Aural-oral practice; intensive study of the basic patterns of spoken Spanish; reading, writing and basic conversation. Partially satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 120 - Fundamentals of Spanish Credits: 3 Prerequisite: Appropriate departmental placement test score. Review of the fundamental structure of the language. Aural-oral practice to attain basic active reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. No credit given after the completion of SPN 101 , or SPN 102 . For students with at least 2 units of high school Spanish. Partially satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 102 or SPN 120 or appropriate placement test score. Emphasis on achievement of an active command of the language. Aural-oral practice; intensive study of the basic patterns of spoken Spanish; reading, writing and conversation. Satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 201 or appropriate placement test score. A review of the grammatical structure of the language. Application of the language in composition, conversation and readings. Satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 206 - Spanish in the Media Credits: 3 Prerequisite or corequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 201 . Emphasis on development of auditory comprehension skills through intense exposure to authentic video and audio materials. Not open to native or heritage speakers of Spanish. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 209 - Spanish Literature in Translation: Topics Credits: 3 Study of representative works from the literature of Spain. Reading and class discussions in English. May be repeated under a different subtitle. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 210 - Spanish-American Literature in Translation: Topics Credits: 3 Study of representative works from the literature of Spanish America. Readings and class discussion in English. May be repeated under a different subtitle. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 211 - Spain Today Credits: 3 An examination of the institutions and social fabric of contemporary Spain as they evolved from traditional roots, including units on history, politics, regional culture, literature, music, art, customs and economic resources. Readings and class discussions in English. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 212 - Latin America Today Credits: 3 An examination of the institutions and social fabric of contemporary Latin America as they evolved from traditional roots, including units on history, politics, indigenous cultures, literature, music, art customs, and economic resources. Readings and class discussions in English. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 215 - Intermediate Spanish for Bilingual Speakers Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Placement testing. An introduction to the grammatical structure of the language designed for students whose home language is Spanish (in lieu of SPN 202 ). Application of the language in composition, conversation, and reading (fiction and non-fiction) with the goals of applying effective reading techniques and strategies, increasing vocabulary, and improving general and oral communication skills. Analysis of linguistic variation as it pertains to Spanish in its U.S. context and abroad. Satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 294 - Spanish Study Abroad I Credits: 1 - 6 Lower division level of special topics relating to the Spanish-speaking world taken abroad from UNCW faculty or as transfer credit. Course may be repeated under different subtitles. Satisfies University Studies V: Explorations Beyond the Classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 302 - Reading Strategies for Spanish Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in SPN 202 or appropriate placement test score. Emphasis on reading (fiction and non-fiction) with the goals of applying effective reading techniques and strategies, increasing vocabulary, and improving general reading and oral communication skills. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 303 - Spanish Conversation Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in SPN 302 or SPN 315 , or appropriate placement test score. Intensive training in spoken Spanish. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 305 - Spanish Composition Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 302 or SPN 315 , or corequisite of SPN 303 . Intensive course in writing in Spanish. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 306 - Advanced Grammar Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 302 or SPN 315 or corequisite of SPN 303 . Grammatical forms and usage. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 307 - Phonetics Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 302 or SPN 315 or corequisite of SPN 303 . Various speech phenomena; practice in phonetic transcription, pronunciation, and intonation. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Linguistics. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 308 - Hispanic Linguistics Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 307 . Introduction to Hispanic phonology, morphology, syntax, dialectology, bilingualism, and sociolinguistics. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Linguistics. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 310 - Business Spanish Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Designed for students who need familiarization with the terminology necessary for the fields of economics, business, accounting, natural sciences and others. Business correspondence in Spanish and the currency systems of the Spanish-speaking countries are included. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 311 - Spanish Civilization Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Geographical, historical and cultural aspects of Spain. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in a Global Society. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 312 - Spanish-American Civilization Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Spanish America. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in a Global Society. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 315 - Intermediate Spanish for Bilingual Speakers II Credits: 3 Prerequisites: SPN 215 or placement by testing. An introduction to the grammatical structure of the language designed for students whose home language is Spanish (in lieu of SPN 302 ). Application of the language in composition, conversation, and reading (fiction and non-fiction) with the goals of applying effective reading techniques and strategies, increasing vocabulary, and improving general and oral communication skills. Analysis of linguistic variation as it pertains to Spanish in its U.S. context and abroad. Satisfies University Studies I: Foundations/Foreign Language. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 321 - Introduction to Spanish Literature Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Selected readings covering the main currents of Spanish literature; emphasis on textual analysis and criticism in classroom discussions; oral and written reports. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Aesthetic, Interpretive, and Literary Perspectives. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 322 - Introduction to Spanish-American Literature Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Selected readings covering the main currents of Spanish-American Literature; emphasis on textual analysis and criticism in classroom discussions; oral and written reports. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Aesthetic, Interpretive, and Literary Perspectives. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 323 - Introduction to US Latino Literature and Culture Credits: 3 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Selected readings from the literature of Latino communities in the United States; emphasis on textual analysis and criticism in classroom discussions; oral and written reports. Partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Aesthetic, Interpretive, and Literary Perspectives. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation. Partially satisfies University Studies III: Thematic Transdisciplinary Cluster/Immigration. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 385 - Introduction to Spanish Cinema Credits: 3 (FST 388 ) Analysis of representative films by Spanish directors including Luis Buñuel, Carlos Saura, Pedro Almodóvar and Bigas Luna, as well as a discussion of recent cinematic works by filmmakers of the younger generation. Films represent a diversity of styles, periods and genres. Course conducted in English. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 394 - Spanish Study Abroad II Credits: 1 - 6 Junior-level designation for non-catalogue courses offered by a department abroad. Course may be repeated under different subtitles. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 401 - Translation Techniques and Practices Credits: 3 (SPN 501 ) Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 303 or SPN 315 , and SPN 306 and one additional Spanish course at 300 level or above; and native or near-native command of written English. Translation of various kinds of texts and documents. Practical application of translation theory and development of strategies for solving predictable translation problems. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 405 - Advanced Conversation and Composition Credits: 3 (SPN 505 ) Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in SPN 305 . Emphasis on spoken Spanish and essay writing. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 411 - Topics in Spanish Civilization Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SPN 311 or equivalent. Advanced study in geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Spain. Topics will focus on specific time periods, geographic areas, or cultural phenomena. May be repeated under a different subtitle. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 412 - Topics in Spanish-American Civilization Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SPN 312 or equivalent. Advanced study in geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Spanish America. Topics will focus on specific time periods, geographic areas, or cultural phenomena. May be repeated under a different subtitle. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in a Global Society. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 421 - Topics in Spanish Literature Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SPN 321 or equivalent. Study of representative Spanish authors, literary movements, and genres. May be repeated once under a different subtitle. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	SPN 422 - Topics in Spanish-American Literature Credits: 3 Prerequisite: SPN 322 or equivalent. Study of representative Spanish-American authors, literary movements, and genres. May be repeated once under a different subtitle. Satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Aesthetic, Interpretive, and Literary Perspectives. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive. Partially satisfies University Studies IV: Building Competencies/Information Literacy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.

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Course Descriptions

Trial Courses

Sequenced Courses

Online Courses

Credits and Class Meetings

Course Prefixes

SWK 366 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorders and Addictions

SWK 396 - Pre-Field Seminar

SWK 406 - Research Methods for Social Work Practice I

SWK 407 - Research Methods for Social Work Practice II

SWK 417 - Constructing Masculinities: from Boyhood to Manhood

SWK 418 - Social Work Practice in the School Environment

SWK 425 - Mindfulness: Implications for Personal Wellbeing and Professional Practice

SWK 442 - Generalist Social Work Practice with Groups

SWK 443 - Social Work Practice with Communities and Organizations

SWK 444 - Healing and the Mind: An Integrative Practice

SWK 450 - The Culture of Military Life and Entering the War Zone

SWK 451 - Returning from the War Zone: Consequences, PTSD, Traumatic Injury, Interventions and Preventative Measures

SWK 460 - Grant Writing for Human Services

SWK 491 - Directed Individual Study

SWK 495 - Topical Seminar

SWK 496 - Field Practicum I

SWK 497 - Field Practicum II

SWK 499 - Honors Work in Social Work

SWKL 240 - Working Relationship Lab

SOC 105 - Introduction to Sociology

SOC 200 - Sociology of Sport

SOC 215 - Modern Social Problems

SOC 220 - Sociology of Death and Dying

SOC 240 - Individuals and Societies in a Global World

SOC 250 - Issues in Social Justice

SOC 255 - Criminology

SOC 256 - Criminology: Writing Intensive

SOC 300 - Methods of Social Research

SOC 301 - Sociological Data Analysis and Interpretation

SOC 303 - Media and Society

SOC 304 - Popular Culture

SOC 305 - Population

SOC 306 - Sociology of Culture

SOC 315 - Urban Sociology

SOC 320 - Rural Sociology

SOC 325 - Racial and Ethnic Group Relations

SOC 326 - Collective Behavior and Social Movements

SOC 335 - The Sociology of Deviant Behavior

SOC 336 - Sociology of Aging

SOC 337 - Medical Sociology

SOC 340 - Organizations in Modern Society

SOC 345 - Sociology of the Family

SOC 346 - Sociology of Religion

SOC 347 - Sociology of Education

SOC 348 - Sociology of Art

SOC 350 - Gender and Society

SOC 360 - Social Theory

SOC 365 - Social Psychology

SOC 366 - Social Change

SOC 370 - Sociology through Film

SOC 375 - Juvenile Delinquency

SOC 380 - Social Classes

SOC 391 - Public Sociology/Criminology Seminar

SOC 415 - Globalization and Development

SOC 433 - Sociology of Mental Illness

SOC 438 - Social Epidemiology

SOC 449 - Sociology of Law

SOC 455 - Advanced Criminology

SOC 460 - Sociology of Poverty

SOC 485 - The Community

SOC 486 - Sociology of Work and Occupations

SOC 490 - Senior Seminar

SOC 491 - Directed Individual Study

SOC 495 - Topical Seminar

SOC 496 - Practicum in Public Sociology/Criminology

SOC 498 - Internship in Sociology

SOC 499 - Honors Work in Sociology

SPN 101 - Introductory Spanish I

SPN 102 - Introductory Spanish II

SPN 120 - Fundamentals of Spanish

SPN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

SPN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II

SPN 206 - Spanish in the Media

SPN 209 - Spanish Literature in Translation: Topics