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APSS- 100 Introduction to Applied Social Science (1.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to social science ideas, ethics and practices. Acquaints students with the Applied Social Science program structure and choices, as well as potential job opportunities in the field.

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APSS- 200 Applied Social Analysis I (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
First of three social science research methods courses for the Applied Social Science major; students will learn general research design, literature reviews, multiple qualitative research methods, theory integration into research, and research dissemination strategies.

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APSS- 300 Applied Social Analysis II (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Second of three social science research methods courses for the Applied Social Science major; advanced methodological issues of quantitative inquiry; practical issues of application and evaluation of research tools.

Prerequisite: Take APSS-200

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APSS- 349 Cooperative Education Experience (1.00 - 8.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
Department consent

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APSS- 400 Applied Social Analysis III (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Capstone experience for the undergraduate major in Applied Social Science; develop and conduct an applied research project using theory and evidence to analyze the phenomenon chosen, and to communicate the results.

Prerequisite: take APSS-300

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APSS- 449 Cooperative Education Experience (1.00 - 8.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
Department consent

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APSS- 499 Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes

Department consent

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