SSCI 3005 Research and Information Literacy (2 units)
(Formerly SSCI 3000) (Same as MDIS 3005) Introduction to research. Strategies for effectively finding, evaluating, and integrating information into research assignments in a changing information environment. Designed to be taken in conjunction with another course requiring research.
SSCI 3010 Introduction to the Social Science Methodology (3 units)
A general introduction to the different types of methodologies used by the various social science disciplines. An important part of the course will be to read and critique representative works of social science research in the student’s areas of interest.
SSCI 4910 Cooperative Education (2-4 units)
Provides an opportunity to acquire relevant, practical experience in supervised paid employment within the discipline. Students are placed in private or public sector positions under the supervision of the employer and departmental Co-op coordinator. May be repeated for a total of 8 units depending upon departmental policy. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and consent of department coordinator.
SSCI 4960 Social Sciences Interdisciplinary Seminar (3 units)
Discussions and papers based on concepts, theories, information, and techniques from several social science disciplines. Prerequisites: Completion of SSCI 3000 and seven other upper-division courses in the major. (Fall, Spring)
SSCI 4961 Teaching Social Studies (3 units)
Designed for students who intend to become junior or senior high school teachers. Students will learn a variety of exciting strategies and techniques for teaching history, government, and politics. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
