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ANTHROPOLOGY, GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY
POLITICAL SCIENCE & SOCIOLOGY COURSES

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ANT 2000 Introduction to Anthropology
A survey course covering the four sub-fields of anthropology including such topics as human evolution, development of world civilizations, current anthropological perspectives on race and gender, and the symbolic use of language.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)

GEO 2013 World Geography
Selected aspects of earth-sun relationships, weather and climate, geologic processes (including earth structure and sculpturing of the earth's surface), and geographic facts and interdependencies between the developed and developing world.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

GEO 2023 Selected Topics in Geography
Political, Economic, and Archeological Geography of the World. An analysis of the contribution of physical, cultural, economic, and archeological characteristics of the nations of the world to domestic and foreign relations.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

HIS 1010 World History
Survey of world political, social, intellectual, cultural, legal, economic and religious history with emphasis on Judeo-Christian heritage in an attempt to discover healing and fulfilling perspective, purpose and philosophy.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester

HIS 1020 United States History
Survey examination of the developing principles and perennial issues of life in the United States within a world setting from a Christian perspective using primary source materials, traditional and current historiographical interpretations and present problem analyses.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)

HIS 1030 Early United States History
A survey of United States history from prehistoric times to 1877. Examines the political, social, economic and cultural principles guiding American history within a world setting. Emphasis is placed on a Christian perspective using primary source materials, traditional and current historiographical interpretations and present problem analyses.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester

HIS 1040 Modern United States History
A survey of United States History from 1877 to the present. Examines the political, social, economic and cultural principles guiding American history within a world setting. Emphasis is placed on a Christian perspective using primary source materials , traditional and current historiographical interpretations and present problem analyses.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester

HIS 2040 British History 1485 To Present
A survey of the political, social, and economic history of England starting with the Tudor dynasty to modern day. Emphasis is on the rise of the nation state, religious conflicts, the development of the power of Parliament, colonization, modernization of political institutions, evolution of the limited monarchy, industrialization and social conflict, effects of imperialism, and recent wars since World War II.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

HIS 3010 Non-Western History
A survey of topics and issues in non-Western history, emphasizing Asian and SE Asian cultures and their formation form earliest times to the present. Special attention will be given to the influence of Indian, Chinese, and European cultures upon the region with an emphasis on the Vietnam War.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

HIS 3024 Florida History
The history of Florida from prehistory to the present day. The course analyzes aboriginal and Native American settlements, Spanish exploration, European colonization, US territorial days and statehood. Further emphasis will include the social, economic, and political heritage of contempory Florida. Lab Fee required.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

HIS 3026 American Ethnic History
An examination of American history from prehistoric times to the present, from the unique emphasis of racial and ethnic groups—Native Americans, African Americans, & immigrants, including Irish, German, & Jewish cultures, among others.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

HIS 3030 Civil War & Reconstruction
Survey, analysis, and discussion of events, leaders, and movements, with special emphasis on causes, interpretations, and historiography of the period of national crisis and war, followed by national reconstruction.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

HIS/SOC 4017 History Of Religious Thought
A survey of the historical development of the Christian thought. Effort is made to examine the thoughts which caused the development of the church, its doctrine and practices.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

HIS 4020 World Wars I & II
Survey and background, immediate causes and the course of both World Wars with stress on nationalism, the alliance system, imperialism, militarism, appeasement, diplomatic conflicts, military campaigns, peace plans, and the foundations of the postwar world.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

HIS 4043 History of American Foreign Policy
An historical view of major issues in foreign policy formulation, including the process of making U.S. foreign policy, and an analysis of relevant American strategic doctrines.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

HIS 4055 Historiography
Introduces students majoring in history to current trends and methodology in the historical professions. Special emphasis will be given to incorporating Christian faith and values in the historical professions. Open to all juniors and seniors, sophomores by permission. This course meets the information technology requirement within the major.

POS 2010 American Government & Politics
A survey of the American governmental system including the structure and function of national, state and local governments; emphasis upon the social and political influences that shape them and the dynamics of their administrative processes.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall

POS 2020 Cross-Cultural Communication
Provides the student with necessary knowledge for dealing with various cross-cultural understanding and communication skills. Particular emphasis is on variables that contribute to the development and maintenance of prejudice, stereotypes, racism, and other oppressive conditions, both on a sociological and personal level.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester

POS 4020 History of American Political Thought
American political thought from the colonial period to the present, includes the study of Puritanism, nature of rights, constitutionalism, federalism, nature of the Union, democracy, liberalism, conservatism, individualism and collectivism, welfare state, isolation, and internationalism as well as national security and freedom.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

SOC 2000 Introduction to Sociology
A survey of sociology with particular attention to theories, methods, issues and five basic institutions of society with their social and cultural processes.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring (online)

SSI 4055 Senior Research
This course is intended for seniors to do individual research in selected topics in Psychology, Social Work, or History/Political Science. Topics must be approved by the professor. Prerequisite: Instructor and department approval. Independent Study Fee Required.
1-6 credit hours Offered: On demand

PSYCHOLOGY COURSES

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PSY 2000 Introduction To Psychology
A survey of the field of psychology as a social science with particular attention to the theories, methods and issues which characterize it and to the processes which are basic to human behavior.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)

PSY 2010 Life-Span Development
A basic overview of human development from birth to death with emphasis on the physical, social, mental and spiritual. The organization is chronological and conceptual.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)

PSY 3022 Sport Psychology
A generalized study of the integration of two significant fields in today’s American society: Psychology, which is defined as “the systematic study of behavior and mental processes”, and Sport, which has been defined as “the activities involving power and skill, competition, strategy and/or chance, and engaged in for the enjoyment and satisfaction of the participant and/or others.” This definition includes both organized sport and sport for recreational purposes. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Spring

PSY 3023 Professional Counseling
A course to study the field of professional counseling with its multiple professional settings, theories, intervention strategies and work venues, its component communication skills, and includes specific practice in developing ability toward building a working alliance and intervention skills. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

PSY 3026 Sex, AIDS, and Society
A brief study of human sexuality and the effect it has had and will have on society. Special emphasis will be placed on sexual issues resulting in STDs (sexually transmitted diseases), AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome), and potential responses from both society in general and Christianity in particular. The AIDS study will include all forms of transmission, not just the sexually transmitted.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004.

PSY 3030 Social Psychology
A study of human social behavior to learn how people are affected by and express social thinking, social influence and social relations. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

PSY 3040 Personality Theories
An introduction to the major theories concerning the psychological structure and dynamics of the individual that have influenced contemporary thought regarding personality. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

PSY 3050 Abnormal Psychology
A study of the major mental and emotional disorders, including an introduction to the DSM. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

PSY 3060 Psychological Testing
A study of the theory and methods of testing and measurement as they relate to the appraisal of the individual. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

PSY 4010 Methods Of Social Research
An overview of methods and issues in social research designed to teach students to be critical consumers of other’s research as well as to provide experience in conducting their own research to build knowledge and evaluate programs. Includes design, data collection, data analysis, interpretation, and use of computers in social and behavioral science research. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

PSY 4020 Counseling Theories
An introduction to the science, techniques and art of employing psychological means to promote the mental health of the individual and the major theories used in counseling. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

PST 4030 Cognitive Psychology
A study of the history of cognitive psychology and the functions of memory, attention, perception, learning, imagery, decision making, problem solving, and metacognition. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

PSY 4040 Group & Interpersonal Communications
This course considers communications and relationships between individuals and groups in the work place. Particular attention is given to conflict resolution.
3 credit hours Offered: On demand

PSY 4050 Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Application of theories and research in psychology to industrial and social organizations, including topics such as personnel, human factors, organizational development, and well-being of the consumer. Examination of the ethical and legal dimensions of conducting psychological research and practice within the workplace. Prerequisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)

PSY 4060 History Of Psychology
A survey of the historical base of modern psychology, of the assumptions made about the image of man and of the currently pursued areas of investigation. An individual research project is required. Pre requisite: PSY 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

SOCIAL WORK COURSES

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SWK 2000 Introduction To Social Work
A survey of career service opportunities; fundamentals for helping persons help themselves with some field observation in local service institutions. Prerequisite: PSY/SOC 2000
3 credit hours Offered: Fall

SWK 2010 Human Behavior & Social Environment
A study of a wide range of theory and practice -both historical and contemporary - to describe human development. The life span approach used, focuses on human growth as a line of development from infancy to old age.
3 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)

SWK 2020 Social Welfare Policy
Examination of the historical, economic, and political trends as related to social welfare and policy in the United States; public assistance, social insurance programs and the network of social services at the local, state and federal levels. Prerequisite: SWK 2000.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring

SWK 3011 Social Work Process & Practice I
A study of the multiple methods and models for working with a variety of client populations, including individuals, families, small groups, organizations, and communities, in order to establish a knowledge based on theory and research. Prerequisites: SWK 2000 or consent of Instructor.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

SWK 3012 Social Work Process & Practice II
Continuing study of social work methods emphasizing practice wisdom. It includes the practice skills of exploration and data-gathering, differential assessment and differential planning, intervention, and evaluation of social work practice. Prerequisite: SWK 3011
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

SWK 3020 Group Processes
A study of factors operating in small group interactions with emphasis on awareness and sharing in a climate that encourages learning, understanding, and insight. Prerequisite: PSY/SOC 2000, or consent of the instructor.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

SWK 3030 Marriage & Family Dynamics
A study of the developmental and social factors that contribute to the establishment of a healthy family as compared with the dysfunctional family. Prerequisite: PSY/SOC 2000.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

SWK 3043 Child and Adolescent Development
A course offering an in-depth look into child and adolescent developmental and learning issues, emphasizing potential problems and needs affecting the child as they continue to develop through the lifespan. Biological and environmental influences (nature vs. nurture) including, but not limited to, parenting styles, peer pressures, and faith development will be examined. (This course will meet the Teacher Education requirement for a human development and learning course)
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

SWK 3044 Dysfunctional Families
A course offering an in-depth examination of causal factors, consequences, and treatments available for individuals and families with impaired functioning patterns. Issues discussed may include poverty, domestic violence, child abuse, and family systems, among others.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

SWK 3046 Deviant Behavior
A study of major social problems and deviance in American society, emphasizing causes, consequences, and social control of these conditions.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2004

SWK 3047 Substance Abuse
A course offering an in-depth inquiry into causal factors, consequences, and treatments surrounding alcohol and substance abuse. The potential effect of faith is included.
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2005

SOC/SWK 4010 Methods of Social Research
An overview of methods and issues in social research designed to teach students to be their own research to build knowledge and evaluate programs. Includes design, data collection, data analysis, interpretation, and use of computers in social science research. Lab fee required.
3 credit hours Offered: Fall 2003

SWK 4020 Applied Social Research
Preparation, presentation, and discussion of papers based on current literature in social research. To include program evaluation, grant writing, and field studies. Prerequisite: SWK 4010 or consent of the instructor
3 credit hours Offered: Spring 2004

SWK 4075 Field Experience
A course designed to integrate classroom learning with agency experience. Includes work in an agency under the guidance of a field supervisor for at least 180 clock hours and participation in a weekly seminar on campus. Prerequisites: SWK 3011.
4 credit hours Offered: On Demand

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT COURSES

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WSC 1000 The College Experience
An extended orientation designed to introduce the student to the nature of a college education and the issues of career choice; to acquaint the student with functions and resources of the college, develop an understanding of the learning process and acquire academic "survival skills". This course is required of all freshmen during their first semester of enrollment.
1 credit hour Offered: Every semester

WSC 2000 Leadership Seminar
This course is designed to develop the personal leadership potential and skills of students to serve as campus and community leaders. Participation in this course through individual and group assignments will put into practice strategies which reflect learned skills in leadership.
2 credit hours Offered: Spring

WSC 2050 Transfer Student Seminar
A course to introduce and orient transfer students to Warner University with attention to the expectations and resources of its academic, social, and spiritual community. This course is required of all degree seeking transfer students during their first semester of enrollment. Online Church Ministry students will register and attend this course during their on-campus orientation.
0-1 credit hours Offered: Every semester

WSC 2080 PLA Orientation
This course is designed to teach students how and which experiential learning may be converted into college credit the process of Prior Learning Assessment. 2 credit hours Offered: Every semester (online)