School of Social Work at UT Arlington
BSW Courses
Fall 2008 Class Schedule (.DOC)
Summer 2008 Class Schedule (.DOC)
Spring 2008 Class Schedule (.DOC)
Syllabi
Transfer of Credit
BSW student transcripts are evaluated by the UT Arlington Office of Admissions. Courses that meet the liberal arts requirements of the BSW degree are applied to the degree plan. Other courses are designated as electives. The student receives credit for social work courses from CSWE accredited social work programs. The exceptions are SOCW 3304, Direct Practice II, and the practicum courses, SOCW 4251, 4252, 4451, and 4452 which must be completed at UT Arlington. No credit is given for life or work experience.
Requirement for Liability Insurance
All social work students enrolling in Field Instruction courses (SOCW 4251, SOCW 4451, SOCW 4252, SOCW 4452, 4453, and 4853) will be assessed a fee in order to include them in the school’s group professional liability insurance policy. Coverage is for a $1,000,000 limit for each claim and $100,000,000 limit aggregate. Students enrolling in SOCW 2313 are also assessed a fee for coverage by a group malpractice insurance policy.
Field Work Experience
The BSW program requires two consecutive semesters of field experience in a single human-service agency. The field experience is generally completed during a student’s last two semesters. Each semester consists of 240 clock hours as a social work intern as well as concurrent enrollment in a weekly, two-hour, on-campus seminar. Field placements are arranged early in the preceding spring or fall semester, after students are formally advised by a BSW program advisor as to field eligibility. Students must attend field-placement orientation and submit a field-placement application.
Assignment of students to field agencies is the responsibility of the school’s Director of Field Instruction. The final decision as to whether a particular student is placed in a particular agency rests with the agency. Although every possible effort is made to involve students in the placement process, students do not make the final decision as to where they are placed. All student assignments are tentative and contingent upon the student’s interview with the agency.
Volunteer Experience
A requirement of Social Work Practice I (SOCW 2313) is completion of 25 hours of volunteer experience in a human service agency during the semester. Arrangements for these volunteer experiences are made with the course instructor.
Computer and Oral Competencies
Social Work students will demonstrate competence in computer usage by successfully completing one technology course, usually CSE 1301, PSYC 2351, or BUSA 2303. Oral communication skills will be demonstrated by successful completion of SPCH 1301, or a suitable substitute.
BSW Courses and Notes
SOCW 2311 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK
SOCW 2311 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK (3-0)
(SOCW 2361). An overview of the social work profession, its fields of practice, methods of social intervention, its historical context, and its relationship to the social welfare system.
SOCW 2313 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I
SOCW 2313 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I (3-0)
Critical evaluation of the value base of the social work profession and basic practice concepts in a framework for understanding a variety of intervention models. Requires a 25-hour volunteer placement in a human service agency. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311. Prospective BSW majors only.
SOCW 3301 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT I
SOCW 3301 HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT I (3-0)
The first of two required human behavior courses that explore, within the context of a strengths and empowerment perspective, knowledge of the bio-psycho-social development of persons from birth through young adulthood.
SOCW 3302 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT II
SOCW 3302 HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT II (3-0)
The second of two required human behavior courses that explore, within the context of a strengths and empowerment based perspective, knowledge of the bio-psycho-social development of persons from adulthood to death.
SOCW 3303 - SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY AND SERVICES
SOCW 3303 SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY AND SERVICES (3-0)
Examines how social goals are met by social welfare institutions. Conceptual schemes are developed for analyzing the structure of social welfare institutions and evaluating social welfare sub-systems. The social work profession is also examined in the context of the evolution and function of the contemporary American social welfare system. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311.
SOCW 3304 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II
SOCW 3304 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II (3-0)
Theories and methodologies of social work assessment and intervention at the individual, family, and group levels in diverse settings. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311, 2313, 3301. BSW majors only.
Admission to the BSW Program.
SOCW 3305 - SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH METHODS
SOCW 3305 SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH METHODS (3-0)
This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills to understand, use, and conduct research to advance the knowledge base of the social work profession and assess the effectiveness of social work interventions in generalist social work practice. The course addresses elements of the research process, quantitative and qualitative methods, research ethics, and approaches to data analysis. Particular attention will be given to the role of research with populations-at-risk, social and economic justice, and cultural diversity. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311, SOCI 3352, or permission of the instructor.
SOCW 3306 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE III
SOCW 3306 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE III (3-0)
The theory and practice of social change at the community level, including a sociological analysis of bureaucracies as collectivities of power, and of the community as a social phenomenon. Three models of community organization--community development, social action, and social planning--will be emphasized including methods of resource delivery and redistribution. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311, 2313. BSW majors only.
You may take SOCW 3304 and SOCW 3306 concurrently.
SOCW 3317 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND DIVERSE POPULATIONS
SOCW 3317 HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND DIVERSE POPULATIONS (3-0)
Introduction to theoretical, practical, and policy issues related to diverse populations. Historical, political, and socioeconomic forces are examined that maintain discriminatory and oppressive values, attitudes, and behaviors in society and in all levels of organizational behavior. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311, 2313.
SOCW 4191 CONFERENCE COURSE (1-0)
Topics assigned on an individual basis covering personal research or study in designated areas. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
SOCW 4251 - SOCIAL WORK FIELD SEMINAR I
SOCW 4251 SOCIAL WORK FIELD SEMINAR I (2-0)
Integration of social work knowledge, theory, and skills learned in the classroom with practical application in a social work setting. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311, 2313, 3301, 3302, 3304, and concurrent enrollment in SOCW 4451. BSW majors only.
See SOCW 4451 for prerequisites.
SOCW 4252 - SOCIAL WORK FIELD SEMINAR II
SOCW 4252 SOCIAL WORK FIELD SEMINAR II (2-0)
Integration of theory and practice, based primarily on field instruction experiences. This course must be taken in the semester immediately following 4451. Prerequisite: 3303 or 3306, 4351, 4451, SOCI 3352; and concurrent enrollment in SOCW 4452. BSW majors only.
See SOCW 4452 for prerequisites.
SOCW 4291 CONFERENCE COURSE (2-0)
Topics assigned on an individual basis covering personal research or study in designated areas. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
SOCW 4310 - SOCIAL WORK WITH CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
SOCW 4310 SOCIAL WORK WITH CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (3-0)
A critical examination of social policies, research, and practices impacting at-risk children and families in child welfare, child mental health, and school settings. Emphasis is placed on the role of the social work practitioner in enhancing the well-being of children and families in contemporary society. Prerequisite: SOCW 2311 or consent of the instructor.
SOCW 4350 - SPECIAL ISSUES IN SOCIAL WORK
SOCW 4350 SPECIAL ISSUES IN SOCIAL WORK (3-0)
Relevant social work topics generated and explored in depth according to student and professional needs. The topic will be determined prior to registration. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
SOCW 4451 - SOCIAL WORK FIELD INSTRUCTION I
SOCW 4451 SOCIAL WORK FIELD INSTRUCTION I (16-0)
Supervised social work experience in a human service agency. Integration of generalist practice concepts into professional practice experiences. Requires a minimum of 240 clock hours in the agency. Prerequisite: 2311, 2313, 3301, 3302, 3304 , and concurrent enrollment in SOCW 4251. P/F grading. BSW majors only. For additional information and requirements, see the BSW Field Policies and Procedures Manual.
Requires concurrent enrollment in SOCW 4251. You may take SOCW 3306 with your first semester field. Admission to BSW major.
SOCW 4452 - SOCIAL WORK FIELD INSTRUCTION II
SOCW 4452 SOCIAL WORK FIELD INSTRUCTION II (16-0)
Supervised social work experience in a human service agency. Integration of generalist practice concepts into professional practice experiences. Requires a minimum of 240 clock hours in the agency. Prerequisite: SOCW 3303, 3306, 4251, 4451, and concurrent enrollment in SOCW 4252. This course must be taken in the semester immediately following SOCW 4451. P/F grading. BSW majors only. For additional information and requirements, see the BSW Field Policies and Procedures Manual.
Requires admission to BSW major and concurrent enrollment in SOCW 4252. SOCW 4252 and SOCW 4452 are a continuation of SOCW 4251 and SOCW 4451, respectively, and must be taken in the semester immediately following.
SOCW 4453 - SOCIAL WORK FIELD SEMINAR
SOCW 4453 SOCIAL WORK FIELD SEMINAR (4-0)
Here, the field requirement is fulfilled in one semester. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Title IV-W Child Welfare Program.
SOCW 4853 - SOCIAL WORK FIELD INSTRUCTION
SOCW 4853 SOCIAL WORK FIELD INSTRUCTION (8-0)
Supervised social work experience in a Child Protective Services agency. Integration of generalist practice concepts into professional practice experiences. Requires a minimum of 480 clock hours in the agency. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Title IV-E Child Welfare Program, SOCW 2311, 2313, 3301, 3302, 3303, 3304, 3305, and 3306.
