Page 138 of Louisiana College 2002-2003 Catalog by Louisiana College, Alexandria-Pineville

138 Human Behavior Coordinator: Professor McAllister Professor Pippin Associate Professors Carter, Mayfield Assistant Professors Osland, Weinzettle The courses in this department are designed for (1) those who desire training for a variety of vocations in human relations and (2) those who seek a background study of the cultural milieu, social relationships, and individual psychology of human behavior in preparation for other professions. The department presents both a practical and a scientific analysis of human behavior in social life. There are four major programs in the department: criminal justice, psychology, social work, and sociology. Students enrolled in the various programs in the department will be expected to take an exit examination in their major subject area during their last semester before graduation. Sociology Sociology is the study of group behavior in society and the social forces that affect that behavior. The courses are designed to acquaint students with a broad perspective of the field of sociology. Students will find sociology to be helpful in preparation for becoming a professor of sociology, teaching social studies, doing research on social groups for businesses or government organizations, employment in social service agencies, or working in any field that requires an understanding of human behavior. The sociology major (30 semester hours) should include: 15 hours of required courses: Sociology 221, 223, 337, 440, 444 15 hours of electives, to include: at least six hours from Sociology 315, 333, 338, 433 at least six hours from Sociology 323, 330, 346, 342 an additional 3 hours from any of the bove sociology electives Math 211 is a required allied course. A minor in sociology requires 15 hours, including Sociology 221, 223, and 337. Sociology Courses (SO) 221 Principles of Sociology A study of the scope, purpose and method of sociology. Survey of the various levels of human behavior, i.e., personality, small groups, institutions, community and society/culture. Credit three hours. (Fee $10) 223 Social Problems A survey of personal, family, community, racial/ethnic and national/international disorganization. Analysis of the social determinants and correlates of these problems. Prerequisite: Sociology 221. Credit three hours. (Fee $8) Human Behavior

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