SOCIOLOGY (SOC) Courses

SOC 120 • General Sociology 3 cr.

Fundamentals of sociology, organization of human groups and society, processes of interaction and social change. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.

SOC 121 • Social Problems in America 3 cr.

The nature of social problems in the United States. Analysis of the problems will focus upon their causes, structure, function, and societal effects. Close attention will be paid to the student's relationship to these identified social problems as well as proposed solutions. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.

SOC 130 • Racial, Ethnic and Gender Relations in Modern Society 3 cr.

Explores the wide range of racial, ethnic and gender diversity issues in modern society. Specific theories will be explored along with an in-depth analysis of various minority groups. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.

SOC 140 • Analysis of Deviant Behavior 3 cr.

Survey of the sociological theories related to deviant behavior, issues of social control and impact of deviance on individuals and social institutions. Recommended: SOC 120. Three lecture.

SOC 225 • Sociology of the Family 3 cr.

The U.S. family in many of its aspects, including the history of the family, marriage, sex, family problems, money matters, future of the family and others. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.