SOC 114 - Global Social Problems

Institution:

College of Marin

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Description:

(3.0 Units) (No prerequisite. Three lecture hours weekly.) This course offers an opportunity to review and analyze some of the most important social problems of the current age from a global perspective. The course will center upon contemporary descriptions of major social conflicts, international disputes, and natural disasters. The course will also provide sociological models for theoretical consideration and analysis. Topics may include resource war, religious and political terrorism, nuclear proliferation, poverty, population growth and migrations, sexual exploitation, drug smuggling, ecological pollution, and global warming. (CSU/ UC) AA/AS Area B, CSU Area D-7, IGETC Area 4

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marin.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 457-8811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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