Class Descriptions
SOC& 101 - Introduction to Sociology
SOC 200 - Introduction to Social Work
SOC& 201 - Social Problems
SOC 205 - Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
SOC 225 - Sociology of the Family
SOC 235 - Gender Roles in Society
SOC 255 - Global Sociology
SOC 265 - Criminology
SOC 275 - Diverse Sexualities and Cultrue
SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology 5 credits
Human interaction and its consequences; social theory and major social
theorists; the "sociological perspective;" social processes, socialization, social control, social change; social institutions. This course
was formerly known as SOC 101. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101,
recommended.
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SOC 200 Introduction to Social Work 5 credits
An introduction to the profession of social work and the social welfare system. Examines the roles of social workers - casework, family and
group work, advocacy, public and social welfare administration, and community development. Other topics include counseling techniques, social policy, cultural diversity, and social justice. This course was formerly known as SOC 201. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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SOC& 201 Social Problems 5 credits
A comprehensive sociological analysis of the major social problems confronting American society based on current research as well as classical sociological theories and studies. Suggest solutions or remedies.
This course was formerly known as SOC 145. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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SOC 205 Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
5 credits
Explores the concepts of race and ethnicity through a sociological lens. Focus will be given to sociological theories, the major racial and
ethnic groups found in the USA today, empirical research, historical perspectives, social movements and social policy in race and ethnic relations. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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SOC 225 Sociology of the Family 5 credits
Examines the social institution of the family from historical, multi-cultural and contemporary perspectives. Examines the micro (interpersonal) and macro (societal, policy) approaches in studying the family.
Topics include the social construction of the family, race/ethnicity,
social class, gender, sexual orientation, social change and family policy. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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SOC 235 Gender Roles in Society 5 credits
An analysis and empirical evaluation of the development, maintenance and consequences of gender roles in society. This course examines learning gender, the implications in personal and work relationships, how
institutions are gendered, the influence of role models and an exploration of gender roles cross-culturally. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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SOC 255 Global Sociology 5 credits
Examines economic, political and cultural globalization from a sociological perspective. Examines social institutions and socialization from global and cross-cultural perspectives. Includes discussion of the causes and impacts of globalization. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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CJ& 112 Criminology 5 credits
Examines social components of crime and deviance, including law-making, law-breaking, and societal reactions to crime. Includes discussion
of causes and impacts of crime, classifications and theoretical interpretations of crime, and the criminal justice system. This course was
formerly known as SOC 265. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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SOC 275 Diverse Sexualities and Culture 5 credits
This course takes a multidisciplinary approach to studying diverse sexualities, specifically homosexuality and transgenderism. The course content will examine the anthropological, sociological and psychological approaches to diverse sexualities, particularly concerning their historical, causational, cross-cultural and institutional aspects. Additional topics include empirical data, the arts, social movements, religion and linguistics. Prerequisite:ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101 recommended.
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