Sociology (SOC)

SOC 200. Introduction to Sociology. (3 Credits)

Introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology with attention to sociological theory, research methods, and the impact of social inequality. Examines a variety of topics such as culture, race, social class, gender, major social institutions and their role in contemporary society, and the processes of social change. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

SOC 215. Sociology of the Family. (3 Credits)

Introduces tools to study family life through the sociological lens. Explores a variety of topics including various familial forms, divorce, and domestic violence. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.

SOC 235. Juvenile Delinquency. (3 Credits)

Studies demographic trends, casual theories, and control of juvenile delinquency. Presents juveniles' interaction with family, schools, police, courts, treatment programs, and facilities. Also approved for ADJ Juvenile curriculum. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.

SOC 253. Sociology of Religion. (3 Credits)

Explores religion in its social context. Covers the functions and organization of religious institutions, sociological theories of religion, the intersection of religion with other social institutions, religion's role in social cohesion and conflict, and demographic trends in religion. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.

SOC 266. Race and Ethnicity. (3 Credits)

Considers race and ethnicity as social constructs that deeply affect personal experience and social institutions. Examines the relationships of racial and ethnic groups with each other and with the larger society including ideas of racial inequality both individually and systemically. Introduces significant theoretical approaches to the study of race and ethnicity. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.

SOC 268. Social Problems. (3 Credits)

Introduces the fundamental concepts underlying social problems construction with attention to how these problems are defined, understood and arbitrated. Examines a variety of topics such as researching social problems and policymaking. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.