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3.00 Credits
This is a general survey of juvenile delinquency and youth crime and includes the examination of legal and social definitions of delinquency, the extent and types of delinquency, the organization and operation of the juvenile justice system, and various explanations for delinquent behavior. For those wishing to emphasize the study of crime and criminal justice within the sociology major, this would normally be taken as the beginning course. Prerequisite: SO 115 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course combines theoretical and practical knowledge in the study of the various methodologies employed in social research. As part of this course students develop research skills by participating in the design and execution of a survey research project and the analysis of data obtained during that study. It is expected that students taking this class will be familiar with basic statistical techniques. (Cross-listed as PS 274.)
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3.00 Credits
This is an in-depth study of a particular topic or issue in sociology and/or criminology selected according to faculty and student interests. It may be repeated for credit.
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3.00 Credits
This course will explore the major theoretical traditions in sociology. Students will examine traditional frameworks, beginning with the works considered to be 'founding' to the discipline, as well as the work of contemporary theorists. This course is designed to help students learn how selected theoretical frameworks in sociology guide scientific and humanistic study of society and social phenomena. Prerequisite: SO115 and six additional hours in sociology.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines various types of criminal behavior including property crime, violent crime, political offenses, white-collar crime, and organized and professional crime. A study of the causes of criminal behavior and the social reaction to such behavior is also included. This course is normally considered as the second in the sequence of courses developed for students interested in the study of crime and criminal justice. Prerequisite: one sociology course at the 200 level or above or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is based on the interaction of the family with its environment and the interaction among the members of the family. It focuses on marriage and family adjustments both from the personal and professional family service perspective. Students will complete a service learning project as part of their study of the family. Prerequisite: one sociology course at the 200 level or above or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Sociologists distinguish between biological sex and socially constructed gender. This means that we are not born knowing how men and women are supposed to behave, but instead that we learn "appropriate" gender roles through socialization. The course explores various questions such as: How do we learn what is feminine and what is masculine, and what implications do these concepts have What is the relationship between gender roles and gender inequality With this base we will be able to explore perspectives and theories on sexuality and discuss questions such as: How is sexuality determined How is our understanding of sexuality shaped by gender norms The course will also consider the relationship between gender and sexuality across a range of issues including: education, the family, work, crime/violence, media, public policy, and social movements. Prerequisites: SO 115 and at least one sociology course at the 200 level or above.
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3.00 Credits
The primary goal of this course is to understand how behavior and definitions of race and ethnicity are shaped by particular social processes. This course will examine race and ethnicity as constructs of social difference and understand the role these constructs play in creating social inequality, both of which impact the relationships and interactions of those considered in the majority with those considered in the minority. Topics of studied include discrimination, racism, labor relations, education, violence, and social change. Prerequisites: SO 115 and at least one sociology course at the 200 level or above.
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with the rise of the city in history, its ecology, and its institutions. Urbanization as a social process is considered in detail. Field investigation of an urban center is integral to this course. Pre requisite: one sociology course at the 200 level or above or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Societal age structure, age status and age-sex roles, correlates of aging, continuities and discontinuities during the life cycle, intergenerational relations, and social policy regarding aging and the aged are considered in this course. Students will complete a service learning project as part of their study of aging and society. Prerequisite: SO 241, 242, 243, or permission of the instructor.
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