SWRK 320 - Human Behavior and Social Environment I

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring

Introduction to theories that influence a holistic ecological perspective that includes biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual development through childhood. General systems theory is used to provide a social work orientation to the understanding of human behavior in individuals, small groups, large groups, communities and formal organizations. Social and economic factors as well as sex/gender and race are considered as determinants of behavior.

Prerequisite(s): Approval for initial progression; ZOOL 201 or ZOOL 251; PSYC 101.