2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    May 03, 2024  
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Sociology

  
  • SOCI 201 - Introduction to Sociology

    3 CR
    This course introduces students to the scientific study of society. It examines the way society is structured and the social inequalities that shape the lives of different classes, racial and ethnic groups, and men and women. Students will study how social institutions such as the media, the family, and the educational system influence society and socialize us into our environment while investigating how people create and change the social world through collective action. Topics explored generally include wealth and income, poverty and inequality, globalization, politics and power, health, aging and the life course, urbanization, work and unemployment, crime, and deviance.

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • SOCI 202 - Social Problems

    3 CR
    This course examines the causes and consequences of social problems that face masses of people in the US and around the world, such as poverty, inequality, crime, war, lack of access to health care, deficiencies in the educational system, discrimination, political persecution, etc. It explores these questions through the lens of sociological theories, builds social awareness, and helps students evaluate and think critically about strategies aimed at addressing social problems.

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • SOCI 203 - Marriage and Family

    3 CR
    This course introduces students to the study of families and relationships from a sociological perspective. It examines the evolution of marriage and families over time and their role in society today. Topics include intimate relationships, cohabitation, marriage, divorce, remarriage, parenting, stepfamilies, family violence, economic factors and social policies, and the impact of diverse family structures on family members.

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • SOCI 204 - Race and Ethnic Relations

    3 CR
    Students will discover whether their ancestors experienced prejudice and discrimination, why they did or did not, and how individuals and a society can resolve racial and cultural issues. Group relations in different countries will be analyzed with a major emphasis on African Americans, Hispanics, Europeans, Asians, and Gypsies in the United States.

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .