SOC 340 - Urban Life and Culture

Institution:

Bradley University

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Description:

Examination of past and present population trends within the United States including fertility, mortality, immigration, and urbanization. Application of classic and contemporary theoretical perspectives to current patterns of urban development, with an emphasis on the spatial structure of cities, the social and economic characteristics of urban populations, and the impact of structural environmental characteristics on perception and behavior. Discussion of current social issues associated with urban developments (e.g., poverty and discrimination) and their implications for urban policy and planning. Prerequisite: SOC 100.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bradley.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 676-7611

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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