| Biology, Psychology, Sociology,
Religious Studies 230: Introduction to Human Sexuality |
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This course provides an introductory overview of human sexual function and
sexual behavior. Emphasis will be given to the historical and religious background of the
prevailing attitudes toward sex in our culture as well as to the current sexual practices
from the perspective of contemporary social science. Additional topics include sexual
values and ethics, love, legal aspects of sexual behavior, and eroticism in American
culture. May not be used for General Education credit. |
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| Biology 241: Human Pregnancy
and Embryology |
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Description of biological events leading up to ovulation, emission,
conception, implantation and pregnancy, and the resulting stages of human development
including placenta development and birth, with a discussion of biological aspects of
genetic counseling, birth defects, miscarriage, and abortion. Lecture 3 hours. Available
for Biology minor credit but not for Biology major. General Education credit in Natural
Sciences. |
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| Anthropology 308: Women, Sex
Roles, and Culture |
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A discussion of women and sex roles in tribal, modernizing, and industrial
societies; traditional sex roles and the impact of cultural change. Available for General
Education, Comparative Cultural Studies. |
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| English 372: Eoticism in
Literature |
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A study of selected literary works which focus on the erotic as a major
theme. Emphasis on philosophical and psychological aspects of the erotic in literature and
the relationship of the erotic to society and culture. |
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| Family Environmental Sciences
340: Marriage and Family Relations |
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The interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships of courtship, marriage,
and family living; the importance of these relationships in solving current issues
concerning the quality of family life. Available for General Education, Applied Arts and
Sciences. |
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| Sociology 324: Sociology of Sex
Roles |
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Analysis of contemporary and historical sex roles in major societal
institutions: economic, political, educational, legal, and medical systems and
institutions of marriage and family. Available for General Education, Social Sciences. |
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| Philosophy 303: Sexual Ethics |
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An examination of some of the moral issues in sexual conduct. |
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| Family Environmental Sciences
441: Human Sexuality and Sexual Dysfunction |
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Provides biological, sociological and psychological aspects of human
sexuality. The principles of sex therapy. |
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| Sociology 451: Sociological
Aspects of Human Sexuality |
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Emphasizes the sociological influences shaping human sexual behavior with
an emphasis on the learning of social scripts. The course discusses the interactional
aspects of interpersonal relationships. |
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| Psychology 452: Psychology of
the Sexual Revolution |
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The study of controversial topics in sexual behavior from a
socio-psychological standpoint. Varying perspectives of heterosexuality, homosexuality,
transsexualism, polygamous marriage, non-marital sex, and related topics are presented.
Both traditional and unconventional viewpoints toward these variant behaviors are
examined. |
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| Sociology 452: Sociology of
Homosexuality |
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An analysis of historical and cross-cultural treatments of homosexuality.
A review of the research on homosexuality from various theoretical perspectives with an
analysis of homophobia and other attitudes toward
homosexuality. This includes studies of the problems associated with adjustment and
acceptance of homosexuality. An exploration of homosexual lifestyles and group
involvements is included. |
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| Psychology 453: Proseminar in
the Psychological Aspects of Human Sexuality |
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This course examines sexual behaviors and attitudes in contemporary
society and includes the physiological basis of sexual function and dysfunction. A
comprehensive and integrated approach to human sexuality. Specifically designed for
students planning careers in clinical or community psychology or counseling. |
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| Sociology 456: Proseminar on
Sexual Dysfunction and Sexual Therapy |
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An intensive study of sexual disorders, including etiology, models of
treatment, effects of aging and drug use on sexual attitudes and behavior, disorders of
sexual desire, and ethical issues in sex therapy. It includes discussion of paraphilias
and sex offenders as well as their treatment. Specifically designed for students planning
careers in
clinical or community counseling fields. |
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| Religious Studies 468: Sex Ethics
in Religious Thought |
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An examination of traditional and contemporary views of human sexuality in
selected religions. |
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| Family Environmental Studies
494: Supervised Field Study (1-3 units) |
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Directed field experience in selected areas of Family Environmental
Sciences related to business, industry, and public service agencies. Written reports
required. Academic Internship course. |
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| Sociology 498AEE-CEE: Supervised
Field Study (1-3 units) |
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Supervised field observation and study. Written reports. An Academic
Internship course. |
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| Psychology 498: Practicum in
Psychology (1-3 units) |
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Supervised field work participation in approved community agencies.
Written reports and regular conferences with instructor. Participation limited to three
units in each of two semesters. A maximum of three credits may be applied to the M.A. |