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3.00 Credits
This first course in a two-course sequence in sociological theory introduces students to the masters of sociological thought. It focuses on the influence of eighteenth and nineteenth century thinkers on the classical formulation of sociology's primary concerns and traditions. (Every fall semester)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: SOC 301. The second of two theory courses, this course emphasizes contemporary sociology focusing on Parsons' Action Theory, Neo-functionalism, the Frankfurt School and Analytical Conflict Theory, Symbolic Interactionism, and alternative systems models. (Every spring semester)
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4.00 Credits
(Same as EES 304) MAT 126 is recommended. In this course students are introduced to fundamental ideas and methods of social science research, including the link between theory and research, the evaluation of research literature, the basics of research design, and the principle elements of surveys, experiments, and field research. Students will complete laboratory exercises in these areas and will learn basic descriptive statistics through the use of a standard statistical analysis program (e.g. SPSS). (Every spring semester)
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3.00 Credits
An historical and philosophical examination of social welfare services and social work practice. Attention is given to the societal and value context in which the American social welfare system evolved and to the development of social work as a profession. (Every spring semester)
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3.00 Credits
A study of the social boundaries that separate normal behavior from deviant behavior. This includes historical shifts in definitions of deviance, the social function of deviance, the influence of "moral entrepreneurs" and powerful groups in defining and enforcing deviance, andsocial efforts to minimize deviant behavior. Attention is also given to "ambiguous deviance"and the medicalization of deviance in American society. (Occasional)
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3.00 Credits
A study of the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging and the aged population in contemporary society. Special attention will be given to the economic, political, and social problems of the aged. (Every fall semester)
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3.00 Credits
The sociological study of the patterns and modes of social interaction conditioned by group membership; an analysis of the emergence of groups and the basis of their formation and function; and an exploration of implications of contacts between groups. The types of relations between groups and the reactions of groups and individuals in the group to social interaction are studied. (Every spring semester)
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with the nature and impact of economic, political, and status differences in modern societies. It examines theories of dependency, modernization, neo-colonialism, and cultural and civilizational clash. It is centrally concerned with the nature, distribution, and consequences of unequal wealth and power for social cohesion and stability at the individual and societal levels. (Every spring semester)
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3.00 Credits
(Same as PLS 322) The course examines the social construction of disability within various cultural settings and historical periods. How do societies construct meanings about disability, cosmology, and personhood The course examines how the social contexts of disability overlap with economy, history, and tradition. Students will develop a knowledge base, and critical and reflective conceptions of ethics and justice in the world with emphasis on the community of persons with disabilities. Service-learning practicum required. (Every two years)
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3.00 Credits
This course describes and contrasts the Functionalist, Conflict, and Symbolic Interactionist models of health and sickness. It traces the historical development of "illness" definitions asways of defining, managing, and controlling behavior. Included in the course are discussions of medical "gatekeeping", bioethical issues in medical decision-making, the formulation ofnational health care policy, and the organization of health care delivery systems. (Every two years)
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