The B.A. in Social and Behavioral Sciences degree combines coursework in psychology and sociology. This major prepares students for entry-level positions in social services and/or application to graduate programs in counseling, psychology or social work. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (2018), substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselor positions are expected to grow by 22%, much faster than the average, from 2018-2028. This major includes 39 credit hours.
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This course is an introduction to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Survey of basic topics such as research methods, sensation/perception, learning, mental disorders, psychotherapy. Offered fall and spring semesters.
The course is a general survey of the topics in industrial and organizational psychology. This course will provide students with an introduction to the key concepts, theories, and research methods in I/O Psychology. Topics include: job analysis, performance appraisals, recruitment and selection, personnel law, training, motivation, job attitudes, and leadership. The skills and topics covered in this course can help you become a better employee, co-worker, or manager. PSYC 120 Recommended.
Introduction to basic concepts and major orientations in sociology and systematic study of group behavior and human social relationships. Major topics include the nature, content, and change of culture; the socialization process and the development of self; the nature and change of social institutions; and an analysis of major social processes. Final grade must be C or better for Sociology and Criminal Justice majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.
Survey of research design, data-gathering techniques, and statistical procedures in social and behavioral sciences and evaluation programs. Designed to acquaint student with all phases of research; conceptualization, measurement, research format, sampling, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Final grade must be C or better for Sociology and Criminal Justice majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.
This course presents fundamental statistical concepts and tools for understanding and analyzing data from studies in the social and behavioral sciences. Topics include: measures of central tendency, variability, probability and statistical inference, correlation, hypothesis testing, t-tests, Chi square, and ANOVA. Students will utilize a computer program (e.g., SPSS, Excel) for the statistical analyses.Final grade must be C or better for Psychology majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: MATH 104.
