SOC 351 - Social Stratification

Institution:

Thiel College

Subject:

Description:

Historical and cross-cultural analysis of the causes, structure and consequences of affluence and poverty in societies. Special emphasis is given to Marxist and functionalist theories of stratification, the institutional structure of caste- and class-based societies, and social mobility. (P: Two of the following courses: SOC 121, 141, CJS 101 and one upper-level SOC or CJS course numbered 261 or higher or permission of the instructor) (WIC)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.thiel.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 589-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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