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3.00 Credits
An overview of cultural anthropology as a discipline and to the concepts and techniques essential for understanding different cultures, both contemporary and past. Includes analysis of universal aspects of human experience, including the family, economic, political, religious, artistic, and linguistic systems, examined in cross-cultural perspective. A brief examination of hunters and gatherers, tribal and peasant peoples, among others and an introduction to the dynamics of cultural contact, cultural evolution, and change.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the phenomena which arise when different biological and cultural groups interact, and of theories and methods calculated to reduce antipathy and discrimination against minority groups, with an emphasis on American relations. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 Credits
The development of social research; the nature of sociological inquiry; basic methods and techniques; examination of representative sociological studies from the standpoint of methodology. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 - 6.00 Credits
The course provides an opportunity for independent study which may take a theoretical direction (the non-agency research or the thesis option) or may involve observer participation in relevant community agencies and organizations. Prerequisites: SOCI 0101, SOCI 0204, SOCI 0335 and senior standing. Open only to sociology majors.
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3.00 Credits
Major theories of social change with respect to the origin of innovations and the reasons for their acceptance or rejection. An analysis of such sources of change as conflict, technology, and social planning in modern and developing societies. Prerequisites: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 Credits
Growth, structure and functions of the city. The urban place as an ecological, stratified, attitudinal and decision-making unit. Urban problems and social relations. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 Credits
A study of contemporary American society in light of selected problem areas. An analysis of contributing factors, conflicting views and values, current situation of prospects for resolution involving application of sociological concepts, theories, and methods. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 Credits
A systematic treatment of the ranking systems in various social structures in America. Theories of social stratification and mobility, analysis of social class studies in the United States, the interplay of power, status, and control. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 Credits
The scientific study of religion dating from mid-19th century animists and naturalists. Religion as a basic social institution with both integrative and diverse tendencies. Organizational patterns; interrelationships with other institutions. Theoretical developments within the field. Changing emphases in the function of religion as a major source of meaning and values in human societies. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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3.00 Credits
(3) Meaning, identification, and causes of delinquent and criminal behavior. The role of social institutions in corrections, control, and prevention of youthful and adult offenses. Prerequisite: SOCI 0101.
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