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PSY 456 - Adult Development and Successful Aging 3 hrs.
Study of the human aging process that addresses changes in biological, social, and cognitive functioning.
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PSY 457 - Psychology of Religion 3 hrs.
An examination of modern psychological perspectives on religious beliefs, experiences and practices.
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PSY 460 - Advanced Data Analysis 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 360 ; additional prerequisite for PSY majors: PSY 360 with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. The conceptual foundations of statistical procedures commonly used in behavioral research will be extensively reviewed; use of statistical packages will be a major focus.
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PSY 462 - Field Practicum I ,II 3-6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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PSY 463 - Field Practicum I, II 3-6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Individual field practicum in an institutional or agency setting.
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PSY 469 - Psychology of Music 3 hrs.
This course is designed to provide you with a basic overview of the psychology of music. Topics covered will include music history, philosophy, research methods, neuroanatomy, phisiology, sensory systems, attention, learning, and psychological disorders. We will also cover very basic music theory.
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PSY 470 - Psychology of Gender 3 hrs.
Examination and critical analysis of the role of gender in psychological theories of personality and behavior.
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PSY 475 - Senior Seminar in Psychology 3 hrs.
Capstone course in psychology; covers current issues in the field of psychology and integrates information and knowledge from other psychology courses.
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PSY 477 - Developmental Disabilities in Early Childhood 3 hrs.
Overview of contributing factors to atypical early development: Identification and management of at-risk conditions, legal/ethical issues, and legislation/litigation.
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PSY 478 - Specialized Studies in Developmental Disabilities 1-6 hrs.
Specialized study and skill acquisition in the area of developmental disabilities. Topics vary.
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PSY 482 - Moral Development in Childhood and Adolescence 3 hrs.
A study of the major psychological theories of moral development.
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PSY 489 - Psychology Scholars 1 hr.
Seminar course for students accepted into the Psychology Scholars program. Professional development focused on graduate school, counseling skills and research.
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PSY 491 - Research in Psychology 1-6 hrs.
Consent of instructor. Directed independent study and/or supervised research assistance in an area of interest. A maximum of 12 hours of 491 may count toward the degree. P/F grading only.
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PSY 492 - Special Problems in Psychology 1-6 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Used for speciality topic classes for which courses are not offered currently. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honors project will enroll in PSY 492H.)
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PSY 493 - Advanced Behavioral Research Methods 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 360 , PSY 361 and the consent of the instructor. Students will learn to conduct and report original research.
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PSY 498 - Senior Thesis 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair and instructor. The design and implementation of a research study or other scholarly work appropriate to the field of psychology.
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PSY 499 - British Studies 3-6 hrs.
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Real Estate and Insurance |
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REI 325 - General Insurance 3 hrs.
Nature of risk, its measurement and the insurance mechanism as a device for handling risk with reference to the principal types of coverage.
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REI 326 - Introduction to Actuarial Science 3 hrs.
Compound interest theory, its application, and basic actuarial techniques of premium and reserve determination for life insurance and annuities.
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REI 330 - Real Estate Principles 3 hrs.
An introduction to the field of real estate covering principles of law, valuation, management, financing and brokerage of real estate .
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REI 340 - Real Estate Law 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): BA 200 . The law of real property and the law of real estate brokerage.
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REI 432 - Real Estate Finance 3 hrs.
A study of the sources of real estate funds and analytical techniques for investment decision-making.
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REI 434 - Real Estate Valuation 3 hrs.
Theory and practice of real estate valuation.
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REI 492 - Special Problems in Real Estate and Insurance 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Individual study of an approved topic in real estate and insurance. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Senior Honors project will enroll in REI 492H.)
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REI 498 - International Insurance Seminar Abroad 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of program director. Conducted abroad: a series of lectures and discussions involving authorities on international insurance issues and practices.
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REI 499 - International Insurance Research Abroad 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of program director. A research course in international insurance offered for students enrolled in REI 498 .
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Religion |
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REL 131 - Comparative Religion 3 hrs.
The study of religion as an aspect of human culture with attention to both Christian and non-Christian religions. (CC PHI 2613, 2623)
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REL 303 - Introduction to Islam 3 hrs.
This courses aquaints students with Islamic religion, philosophy, culture and history.
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REL 304 - Survey of Islamic History 3 hrs.
To provide undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about the evolution of Islamic history and culture.
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REL 320 - Tibetan Religions 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): REL 131 . An examination of some of the varieties of religious forms found in Tibetan culture areas following historical, anthropological and philosophical approaches.
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REL 322 - Native American Religions 3 hrs.
This course surveys varieties of religiosity found in the indigenous Western Hemisphere, both contemporary and historical.
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REL 324 - Religion and Animals 3 hrs.
This comparative religions course explores the roles of non-human animals in human religions and societies.
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REL 326 - Religions of India 3 hrs.
Edit Prerequisite(s): REL 131 . This course surveys the variety of religions in India including Brahmanism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, Sikhism and Christianity.
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REL 327 - The Rise of Christianity and the Roman Empire 3 hrs.
A study of the emergence of Christianity as an intellectual, religious and political force in late antiquity and the early Middle Ages.
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REL 333 - The Hebrew Bible 3 hrs.
A study of the major themes and history of the Jewish religion.
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REL 334 - New Testament 3 hrs.
In this course students are introduces to the academic study of the New Testament through critical readings of primary and secondary texts.
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REL 335 - The Life of Jesus 3 hrs.
A study of the major themes and history of the Christian religion.
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REL 336 - The Christian Tradition 3 hrs.
This course provides the student with a survey of the Christian religion.
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REL 337 - Eastern Orthodox Christianity 3 hrs.
This course is a survey of Eastern Orthodox history, doctrine, and ritual.
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REL 338 - The American Religious Experience 3 hrs.
This course provides the student with a survey of the religious phenomena in America.
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REL 340 - Beyond the Grave: Religion and the Afterlife 3 hrs.
This course explores views on the afterlife as found in major world religions.
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REL 350 - Religion and Violence 3 hrs.
A study of the global phenomena of religiously motivated violence by tracing its history, assessing the current situation and considering prospects for the future.
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REL 351 - Theories of Religious Experience 3 hrs.
A study of the nature of the religious phenomena as it is reflected in human experience, including responses to the critique of both modernism and postmodernism.
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REL 353 - Religion and the Literary Imagination 3 hrs.
This course explores how themes posited in scriptural and contemplative traditions are explored, interpreted and reexamined in the literary imagination.
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REL 403 - Introduction to Quranic Studies 3 hrs.
This course offers an introduction to the nature of the Quran, its commentary and academic approaches to the text. No prior knowledge of Arabic required.
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REL 424 - Religion and Healing 3 hrs.
This course studies several examples of religious healing practices found in ethnographic literature creating a dialogue between indigenous and academic theories of healing.
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REL 425 - Medieval Christianity 3 hrs.
This course explores Christian religious development during the European Middle Ages, 300-1500.
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REL 427 - Reformation Europe 3 hrs.
This course examines the setting, events, and implications of the religious Reformation in European history.
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REL 430 - Buddhism 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): REL 131 . This course surveys Buddhist religions and cultures. Topics include Indian origins, philosophical schools, ritual practice and historical development.
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REL 432 - Mysticism 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): REL 131 . A course exploring mystical practices as found in ethnographic texts. Students pursue an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on several models of mysticism.
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REL 445 - Modern Islamic Thought 3 hrs.
An examination of Islamic political movements and their development. Attention will be paid to law, government, relations with non-Muslims and the ethics of violent conflict.
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REL 446 - Women in Islam 3 hrs.
A study of Muslim views of women, focusing on scripture, law, early Islamic history and the works of reformers and Islamists in the Middle East and South Asia.
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REL 459 - History of Religion in America 3 hrs.
A survey of the variety of American religious experiences in their historical contexts.
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REL 460 - Global Religious Ethics 3 hrs.
This course engages the student in the process of cross-cultural, interreligious ethics formation, by which a comparative analysis of various religiously based ethical systems leads to a consensual statement.
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REL 480 - Senior Capstone in Religion 3 hrs.
A capstone course for religion majors, focusing on advanced content and method in the study of religion.
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REL 490 - Issues in Religion 3 hrs.
An examination of specific problems within the broad spectrum of contemporary religious concern; may be taken for a total of nine hours.
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REL 492 - Special Problems 1-3 hrs.
Directed individual study; may be taken for a total of nine hours.
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REL 499 - Religious Studies Abroad 3-6 hrs.
The study of religious themes in various parts of the world; offered abroad through the Center for International Education.
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Research and Education Foundations |
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REF 280 - Quantitative Literacy 3 hrs.
With a focus on quantitative literacy, this course provides an introduction to quantitative reasoning and the applied use of statistics in numerous disciplines.
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REF 301 - Understanding Research 3 hrs.
Focus on applied research in social and behavioral sciences. This course provides an introduction to reading and making sense of research as well as planning and designing surveys.
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REF 400 - Public Education in the United States 3 hrs.
An orientation to teaching as a profession. Teacher education majors must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education program.
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REF 416 - Utilization of Audiovisual and Media Equipment 3 hrs.
A general course for teachers with emphasis upon use, production and selection of sound and visual classroom media.
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REF 469 - Tests and Measurements 3 hrs.
Considers evaluative practices in education. Teacher education majors must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education program.
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REF 470 - Foundations of American Education through Film 3 hrs.
This course introduces students from any major or program to education in the U.S. The course format includes lectures, readings, and films.
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Science Education |
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SME 432 - Science for Elementary Teachers 3 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Teacher Education program (Gold Card). An examination of methods and techniques of teaching science to elementary students. Includes field experience.
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SME 435 - Marine Science for Elementary Teachers 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor (same as MAR 458 ).
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SME 453 - Earth and Environmental Science for Intermediate School Teachers 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Earth and environmental science background or permission of the instructor.
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SME 454 - Biological Sciences for Intermediate School Teachers 3 hrs.
An examination of subject matter, techniques and methods for teaching the life sciences.
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SME 455 - Physical Science for Intermediate School Teachers 3 hrs.
An examination of the subject matter, techniques and methods for teaching physical sciences.
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SME 460 - Methods in Teaching Science — Secondary 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Teacher Education program (Gold Card). Designed to familiarize teachers with current trends, methods and techniques of teaching science to secondary school students, specifically 7th and 8th grade. Includes field experience.
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SME 461 - Computers and Technology in Science and Mathematics Teaching 3 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
An examination of software, literature, research and strategies.
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SME 489 - Student Teaching in Science I 6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Teacher Education program (Gold Card). Corequisite(s): SME 490 . Field experience in teaching science in the secondary grades.
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SME 490 - Student Teaching in Science II 6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Teacher Education program (Gold Card). Corequisite(s): SME 489 . Field experience in teaching science in the secondary grades.
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SME 492 - Special Problems 1-3 hrs.
A problem study to be approved by the center director.
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Social Work |
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SWK 202 - Professional Social Work Communications I 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 102 ; permission of BSW coordinator Course emphasizes written and oral communication that are essential for professional social workers.
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SWK 231 - Disaster Readiness, Survival and Recovery 3 hrs.
This 3 credit hour course will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for and survive a natural and/or man-made disaster.
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SWK 300 - Social Service Systems 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. A minimum grade of C in ENG 101 , ENG 102 , University SI course, and PSY 110 . Sophomore standing. Study of social welfare systems as society’s response to social problems.
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SWK 301 - Introduction to Social Work 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. A minimum grade of C in ENG 101 , ENG 102 , University SI course, and PSY 110 . Sophomore standing. Introduction to social work as a profession and to its practice methodologies, with an emphasis on the Generalist Method.
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SWK 301L - Introduction to Social Work Lab 1 hr.
Corequisite(s): SWK 301 . This lab will orient students to the field of social work and focus specifically on the 40-hour Service Learning Experience with an emphasis on skills needed for academic and professional success.
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SWK 310 - Licensure Seminar 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): BSW student. SWK 331 , SWK 341 and SWK 420 . This course is a seminar that focuses on critical thinking skills and licensure preparation.
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SWK 315 - Human Diversity in a Changing World 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. A minimum grade of C in ENG 101 , ENG 102 , University SI course, and PSY 110 . Sophomore standing. Cultural, social and psychological implications of diverse lifestyles for social work practice; differences/similarities among various cultures and implications for social work practice presented.
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SWK 329 - Interviewing and Recording 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Social work major. A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. A minimum grade of C in SWK 300 , SWK 301 , SWK 301L , SWK 315 and MAT 100 or higher. Junior or Senior standing. Corequisite(s): SWK 330 , SWK 340 , and SWK 410 . Fundamentals of good oral and written communication skills for social workers presented in a laboratory setting. Note: *
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SWK 330 - Social Work Practice I 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Corequisite(s): SWK 329 , SWK 340 and SWK 410 . Development of generalist practice skills with a focus on direct services to individuals and families. Note: *
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SWK 331 - Social Work Practice II 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Social work major and SWK 330 . A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Corequisite(s): SWK 341 . Models of social work practice carried out in groups, organizations and communities with emphasis on macro-practice. Note: *
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SWK 340 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I: Transition in Early Life 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 275 and DPH 430 , or BSC 250 , BSC 250L , BSC 251 , BSC 251L . Corequisite(s): SWK 329 , SWK 330 , and SWK 410 . Study of the interrelations of biological, social, cultural, spiritual, environmental and psychological factors in human behavior, life transitions and their relevance and application in early life and social work practice. Note: *
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SWK 341 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Transitions in Adult Life 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 340 . Corequisite(s): SWK 331 and SWK 420 . Study of the interrelations of biological, social, cultural, spiritual, environmental and psychological factors in human behavior, life transitions and their relevance and application in adulthood and social work practice. Note: *
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SWK 399 - Civic Engagement/Social Justice: The Service Route 6 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. The course examines civic engagement as a response to social and economic injustices. The Service Route Program engages students with community.
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SWK 400 - Social Welfare Policy and Analysis 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 331 , SWK 341 . A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Corequisite(s): SWK 410 and SWK 420 .
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SWK 405 - Social Work with High-Risk Populations 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Introduces students to case management services to selected high-risk populations; focuses on models, practices, roles, assessments, interventions and emerging trends.
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SWK 410 - Social Work Theory and Best Practice 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 331 and SWK 341 . Corequisite(s): SWK 329 , SWK 330 , and SWK 340 . Overview of practice theories providing the foundation to social work practice with children, adults and families.
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SWK 411 - Spirituality in Social Work Practice 3 hrs.
This course addresses issues of spirituality and religion in the practice of generalist social work.
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SWK 415 - Human Rights and Social Justice 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 331 , SWK 341 , and SWK 420 . Corequisite(s): SWK 400 and SWK 493 Theories and practices of human rights and social justice related to oppressed and marginalized people.
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SWK 420 - Methods of Social Work Research 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 101 and DPH 440 or CSS 211 or PSY 360 . A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Corequisite(s): SWK 400 and SWK 410 . Methods of data collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting in preparation for the evaluation of social work practice and research. Note: *
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SWK 421 - Social Work: Grief and Bereavement 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. This course will provide a framework for critical analysis of the dynamics of healthy grief and bereavement.
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SWK 430 - Field Education 9 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Social work major. A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Must have applied for degree. Corequisite(s): SWK 431 . Internship in a social service agency to provide experience in direct service to client systems and to enhance and develop generalist practice skills. Note: *
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SWK 431 - Field Education Seminar 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Social work major. A minimum 2.5 Southern Miss GPA. Must have applied for degree. Corequisite(s): SWK 430 . A seminar designed to enable students to further develop generalist practice skills and integrate professional knowledge, values, skills and theory with practice. Note: *
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SWK 435 - Grant Writing for Social Workers 3 hrs.
Introduce students to the principles of grant proposal development and design; course culminates in students producing a fundable grant proposal in human service field.
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SWK 488 - Social Work and First Nations/Indigenous People 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 330 . Examines issues of special significance to social work practice in working with First Nations/Indigenous People.
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SWK 490 - Child Maltreatment and Advocacy: CAST 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in ENG 101 , ENG 102 , PSY 110 , SOC 101 and SI course. Course focuses on history of child maltreatment, compares professional perspectives, discussion the developmental and maintenance of legal frameworks, and reviews agency responses.
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SWK 492 - Special Problems 3 hrs.
(May be repeated up to 6 hrs.) Allows a student or a group of students to study issues of special significance for social work practice that are not normally addressed by regular courses. Note: *
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