CLD 101 - Introduction to Urban Studies

Institution:

Alverno College

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Description:

- The student is introduced to the perspectives, content, and methods of the social sciences. She learns to analyze social structures and processes with an emphasis on urban sociology. In so doing, she reviews the body of knowledge about urban society and applies social science in the analysis of key urban promises and problems. Generally the course focuses on the urban environment, population, and social organization; it highlights specific issues such as housing, poverty, and other problems of the urban disadvantaged. Although designed for CLD students, CLD 101 is interchangeable with SSC 101, Introduction to Social Science, and is open to all students.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alverno.edu

Phone Number:

(414) 382-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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