MATC 2021-22 Catalog

SOCSCI – SURGT DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SOCSCI-209

Credits: 3

SOCSCI-217

Credits: 3

SOCSCI-246

Credits: 3

Sociology of Religion This is an introductory course in the study of religions from the viewpoint of the social sciences. Religion is presented as a universal function of human societies and as an aspect of group behavior. SOCSCI-210 Credits: 3 Death and Dying This course will concentrate upon the historical and sociological background of the customs and practices related to death and dying in the United States and other countries; the emotional reactions and adjustments to death and dying; and identi fi cation of services and resources. SOCSCI-211 Credits: 3 understanding the world through diverse experiences of women. Together we will examine gender experience in both the public and private realms of society, in popular culture and in institutions such as the workplace, the family and the state. The course focuses on the social construction of gender, race, class and sexual identity, and the interlocking nature of these forms of oppression. Students will become familiar with women’s and gender studies scholarship, and attain tools to connect what one learns to one’s life and to further academic study. We will pay special attention to how gender and sexuality vary across ethnic, racial and class lines. Reading assignments cover a wide range of perspectives and attempt to represent both classic writings in women’s studies, recent women’s studies scholarship and women’s own accounts of their life experiences. Writing assignments will emphasize learning by doing. Students will come away with tools for both critical analysis of gender in society and for creating positive social change. SOCSCI-214 Credits: 3 Gender and Society Exploration of the social roles which are ascribed to females and males within society and the social behavior expected within the constraints of femininity and masculinity. Exploration of the social processes of creating, maintaining and changing sex/ gender roles through the analysis of social institutions and social structures, using both theoretical and experiential perspectives. Students will become familiar with the social forces that help construct personal identity and consciousness and shape our belief systems as gendered beings. Gender will be explored on the personal level, the societal level and the global level, with cross-cultural perspectives, as well as the historical roots of gender, being presented. Sociological theories will be considered as explanatory tools for understanding the impact of gender and its resulting imperative responsibilities and problems. Introduction to Women’s Studies This course is an introduction to

Valuing Diversity Emphasis is placed on common elements among individuals and groups of people. Programs provide sociological lessons dealing with race, social class, age, gender, sexual orientation, and the sociology of minorities. SOCSCI-221 Credits: 3 American National Government and Politics Today This introductory course in political science is concerned with the American political process and its institutions: the Constitution, civil rights and freedoms, Congress, the presidency, federal powers and policy-making, the federal judiciary and the election process in American political cultures. SOCSCI-222 Credits: 3 American State and Local Government This is a comprehensive course that deals with the organization and functions of state and local governments: state executive, legislative and judicial branches; state constitutions; contemporary intergovernmental relations; di ff erences in regional, rural and urban governments; and the political process at the grassroots level. SOCSCI-224 Credits: 3 Peoples and Cultures of the World The course will introduce students to di ff erent cultures across the world. It will speci fi cally examine human behaviors and the larger society cross-culturally. The course will be organized thematically, wherein students will explore various cross-cultural applications of social life in one semester. Possible themes of social life include: AIDS and Society, Culture and International Development, Globalization and Society, Technology and Culture, Religion and Society, Kinship, Marriage, Art and Culture, Nationalism, Children and Society. SOCSCI-236 Credits: 3 Juvenile Delinquency The history, philosophy and theoretical framework of juvenile delinquency and the justice system for juveniles is surveyed. Psychological, sociological, biological and environmental factors in fl uencing juvenile delinquency are studied. Signi fi cant statutes and Supreme Court decisions are analyzed along with signi fi cant research in ethnicity and gender. SOCSCI-242 Credits: 3 African-American Social Thought and Culture This is an introduction to the diversity of African-American social thought and culture. The course includes exploration into the ideologies of prominent African- American social thinkers and sociologists and the underlying structure and patterns of African-American culture.

Human Sexuality This course focuses on the biological, psychological and social perspectives of human sexuality. It is a practical course designed to be applied to the everyday business of living, at home, in school and in the workplace. SOCSCI-250 Credits: 3 Introduction to Philosophy This course surveys the major fi gures and doctrines of Western philosophy from classical antiquity to present times. The course also involves discussions of fundamental philosophical questions, especially questions having practical socioethical implications. SPEECH (Department: 810) SPEECH-201 Credits: 3 development of speaking skills. Stress is placed upon speech content, organization and delivery. Growth in poise and con fi dence is a major goal of this course. SPEECH-203 Credits: 3 Interpersonal Communication This course applies the theory and principles of one-to-one communication to personal and professional relationships. Topics include gender, self-awareness, verbal and nonverbal communication, con fl ict management, assertiveness and perception. SPEECH-206 Credits: 3 Intercultural Communication The course o ff ers an opportunity to learn how to identify and appreciate cultural di ff erences in terms of communication styles. Students will improve their ability to communicate, both personally and professionally, with others of di ff erent cultures. SPEECH-212 Credits: 3 development of theater in its various forms. Primarily the course examines the technical and artistic elements of theater to provide students with a general understanding and appreciation of this art form. Students attend and critique several theater productions. SURGT – Surgical Technology (Department: 512) SURGT-125 Credits: 4 Introduction to Surgical Technology This course provides the foundational knowledge of the occupational environment. Principles of sterilization and disinfection are learned. Surgical instruments are introduced. Preoperative patient care concepts are simulated. Lab practice Elements of Speech 1 The purpose of this course is the Introduction to Theater This course examines the history and

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