2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

NCLC 317 - Issues in Family Relationships

Credits: 4
Not Repeatable
Dynamics of family systems and issues that shape relationships among family members. How families evolve as members grow, leave, and create related family systems; family roles and forms; and communication patterns, decision- making, conflict, stress, and power. Content draws from family communication, family relations, psychology, and counseling. Lecture, discussion, observation, analysis, research, and role-playing.

Fulfills writing intensive requirement in the major.

Prerequisite(s): 55 credits.

Notes: One credit counts for experiential learning; students complete 45 credits of course-related work outside classroom.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 1