SOC 103 - Marriage and the Family

Institution:

Carl Sandburg College

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Description:

This course should be of interest to any student who is married or contemplating marriage. It examines the family as a social institution in modern America. The course will enable the student to recognize and scrutinize his/her personal values toward marriage and family life. Topics to be considered include discussions of the concept of love, choosing a mate, marital communications, dealing with marital conflict, parenting, sexual behavior and responsibility, and divorce. Students planning to transfer this course toward a bachelor's degree can expect it to be accepted by most four-year colleges as an elective rather than as applicable toward a major in sociology. IAI Course No. S7 902 Offered: Fall, Spring Prerequisite: SOC 101 Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits: Degree or Certificate -AA, AS, AFA, AAS, AAT, AGE, All Certificates General Education - Social Science

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sandburg.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 344-2518

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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