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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the intertwining constructs of race, class, and gender, and their effects on the social and economic experiences of groups or persons. Through a focus on racial formation in U.S. history, we will examine dominant white ethnic identity and the histories of diverse ethnic groups. Students will analyze how race, class and gender shape individuals' personal identities and access to institutional settings. Ideologies and achievements of diverse ethnic groups will be compared. Prerequisite: SOC106 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Sociological interpretation of the family. Although some comparative data is used, basically the study is of the family in American society and culture. Emphasis is placed upon an analysis and understanding of contemporary family patterns. Prerequisite: SOC106 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the nature and range of social problems, the global and societal conditions which give rise to them, and the methods by which societies attempt to cope with them. Prerequisite: SOC106 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a sociological analysis of the structure and function of contemporary education. Although some comparative cultural/ historical data will be used, the focus is on education in America today. Students will explore theoretical approaches to the sociology of education, stratification of schools both externally (public/private, suburban/urban) and internally (tracking, socialization, and more), the culture of schools, the relationship between education and issues of class, ethnicity and gender, and the sociology of educational alternatives and reform. Prerequisite: SOC106 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the social, cultural, and psychological aspects of health, illness, and health care. Topics covered include the social sources of health and illness; social and psychological aspects of disease and the illness experience; the social role of health professionals and health organizations; and the economics of health care. Selected critical issues such as breast cancer, HIV, and health costs are explored. Prerequisite: PSY101 or SOC106 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the basic research techniques and skills of the social sciences through an interdisciplinary, topical approach. Qualitative and quantitative research methods including ethnography, observation, survey and experimentation are discussed, demonstrated and practiced. Topics include formulating social science hypotheses, identifying variables, constructing and interpreting questionnaires, interviewing, and observing participants. Other topics include social scientists' use of statistics; research ethics; interpretation and communication of research findings, and the relevance of research to public policies in our society. Students may not earn credit for PSY216. Prerequisite: SOC106 and MAT020 / 3 credits.
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10.00 Credits
This course includes an analysis of the conceptions of social work, social welfare and social service delivery systems from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Includes critical examination of the values, the social justice mandate as well as issues of cultural diversity that effect and inform the practice of social work. Social work is presented as a profession that integrates science, clinical awareness, and human understanding in practice intervention, policy development, and research. Contemporary issues and problems in various fields of social work practice are explored with particular emphasis on the role of the generalist social work practitioner. Study will include a 10-hour volunteer experience in a social agency. Prerequisite: PSY101 or SOC106 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
The study of the sociological aspects of aging, the sociological adaptations to an aging population, and study of the aging individual in the social setting. Prerequisite: SOC106 or GRN100 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the changing social roles and experiences of men and women throughout the world. Family, educational, economic, political, community and cultural aspects of men and women's lives will be explored. Prerequisite: SOC106 or PSY101 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course will serve as a vehicle to either deepen students' knowledge of subjects addressed in Sociology introductory courses or explore issues outside the traditional curriculum. Prerequisite: Any introductory level Sociology or Anthropology course / 3 credits. May be repeated once; 6 credit maximum.
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