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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 102 and SOCI 290 and SOCI 370; plus one other sociology course This course addresses the application of scientific methods to the analysis of social phenomena, methodological orientation in sociological research procedures and the nature of sociological variables. The course is designed for majors in sociology, criminal justice or behavioral sciences. Either semester. (Formerly SOCI 402)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 390; or ANTH 100 and ANTH 103 This course introduces students to quantitative data analysis. The course focuses on the major statistical techniques used in sociology and will emphasize data analysis in the context of substantive research problems. Topics covered include data analysis packages, choosing appropriate statistics, interpreting statistical results and presenting research findings. Either semester. (Formerly SOCI 403) (CQUR; CSOC)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 102 and SOCI 290; or consent of instructor Various special topics of current interest in sociology will be offered from time to time. Topics will be announced prior to registration. This course may be repeated for credit for different topics.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 102 and SOCI 206 and SOCI 290; or consent of instructor This course examines urban and regional planning and policy from a sociological perspective. Large-scale social forces such as uneven urban development, urban sprawl, the decentralization of metropolitan areas and deindustrialization have produced changes in various dimensions of urban life, including housing, transportation, land use, urban renewal and neighborhood life. This course examines those social forces and changes to understand the rise of urban problems and how urban and regional planning and policy can help develop more livable cities and metropolitan regions. The course introduces students to the policies, issues, processes and tools of planning within the context of the history, sociology and theory of planning and regional change. In examining the social forces and structural constraints within which planning operates, the course emphasizes the importance of inequalities of race, ethnicity, class and gender. Although the course will examine planning broadly, it will at times focus on Southeastern Massachusetts. Offered every other year.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 102 and SOCI 390; or consent of instructor This course will explore theories of ethnic persistence and change as they pertain to New England’s ethnic and social communities such as Cape Verdeans, Asians, African-Americans, Italians, Jews and homosexuals. Cultural traditions, social institutions and changing beliefs of New England’s ethnic and regional communities will be examined through critical analyses of relevant cultural materials, including sociological data, folklore, oral traditions, celebrations and the media.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and senior status This course is open to Commonwealth and Departmental Honors students. One-hour weekly meetings with the thesis director will culminate in an honors thesis. With the consent of the Departmental Honors Committee and the thesis director, this course may be extended into a second semester for three additional credits depending on the scope of the project. The Departmental Honors Committee will determine if the final version of the thesis qualifies the student to graduate with Honors.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 102 and SOCI 290 and SOCI 370; or consent of instructor This course serves as a capstone course that explores critical issues in the discipline. The purpose of this course is to integrate sociological knowledge, theory and methods, and relate them to a concentrated study of a selected substantive area in sociology. Through the application of a sociological imagination, students are asked to evaluate the analyses of groups, institutions and social structures performed by members of the discipline. The final objectives are to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the discipline and organize their knowledge in ways that are commensurate with professional standards. This course is designed for graduating seniors.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 390 and consent of instructor Under the direction of the instructor, students will conduct social research. The topic will be announced before registration. Students will write reports of findings as for publication and/or conference presentation.
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3.00 - 15.00 Credits
Prerequisite: A cumulative GPA of 2.5; consent of the department; formal application required The internship provides an opportunity for senior sociology majors to gain practical expertise in the field by participating in an off-campus work study experience that complements their academic preparation. In addition to working in their internship setting, students will meet regularly with a faculty supervisor. Students may work in an appropriate local, state or federal agency or private organization. Only three credits of internship may count toward the major in sociology. No more than six hours of any combination of SOCI 498 and SOCI 499 may be counted toward the first 30 hours of the sociology requirements for a major. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Either semester.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required Directed study is open to juniors and seniors who have demonstrated critical and analytical abilities in their studies and who wish to pursue a project independently. No more than six hours of any combination of SOCI 498 and SOCI 499 may be counted toward the first 30 hours of the sociology requirements for a major. May be taken twice for a maximum of six credits. Either semester.
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