SOC 240 - Urban Sociology

Institution:

Reading Area Community College

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

The objective of this course is to understand, compare, and evaluate different aspects of issues emerging in typical U.S. urban areas. The course will examine the nature of urban problems and the determinants and consequences of urban change. Issues covered will include urban underclass, immigration, urban life, housing and crime. Students will examine several theoretical perspectives in urban sociology. Students will also be expected to examine and analyze empirical data in order to understand the issues presented.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(COM 121 or COM 122) and SOC 130

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.racc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 372-4721

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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