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3.00 Credits
Sociology of Work introduces students to theories, issues and perspectives about work and workplaces in a global economy. The course explores occupations and professions in historical and contemporary settings. The interdependence of economic, social and political factors that shape and change the nature of work are covered within a global context. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 8) 3C/3/0/0
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4.00 Credits
This course provides students with a general understanding of how mass media operates in society and the influence of media messages in the areas of print media, recordings, radio, film, advertising, public relations, digital media and the Web. The course will emphasize basic definitions and the functions of mass media forms and practices; the impact of mass media on society; and major theoretical perspectives and research methods of society will be used to analyze various examples of media. Specific areas of discourse explored in this course may include racism, sexism, heterosexism, ageism, stereotypes, discrimination, violence, and crime. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 5) 4C/4/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course will offer students an introduction to the sociological study of crime and deviance. Students will examine the major types of crimes, such as violent crime, property crime, cybercrime, white-collar crime, and organized crime. Major sociological theories used to explain crime and deviance will be examined. Students will learn about the relativity of deviance, how power, social control, and labeling are used to socially construct definitions of deviance, and the consequences of being labeled deviant. Topics in deviance may include suicide, mental illness, obesity, body modification, substance abuse, and sexual diversity. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0722 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0900 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 7) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to familiarize students with the sociological study of juvenile delinquency in the United States while simultaneously cultivating an historical and international perspective on delinquency. Topics include the nature of delinquency, means of measuring delinquency, theoretical understandings of delinquency, societal influences upon and responses to delinquency, as well as the development of the juvenile justice system. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 9) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to the major components of the American Criminal Justice System; specifically, the police, corrections and the courts. Students will discuss the various types of crime and how crime is measured. Additional topics may include: a brief history of crime and punishment, the development of the criminal justice system, causes of crime and victimization, styles of policing, levels of the court system, philosophies of punishment, juvenile justice and prison life. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 9) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course designed to provide students with an overview of the problems and ethical dilemmas that face America's correctional system. The institution of corrections is not only a study of our prison system but is, in fact, the study of a complex network of societal relationships and institutions. This course examines the history, present, and future of U.S. corrections. The role of penitentiaries, prisons, jails, and grass roots organizations is explored along with the concepts of punishment, rehabilitation, retribution, restoration and transformation. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 9) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the fields of probation and parole. We will examine a variety of community-based correctional practices and strive to understand the roles of individuals who work within community programming. Most importantly, we will begin to gain an understanding of those individuals who receive the services of these fields. The ultimate goal of this course is for students to develop their ability to critically examine a diverse range of correctional programming. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 9) 3C/3/0/0
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1.00 Credits
This course is designed to present additional or unique material and learning experiences within a specified discipline. The course will be based on student need, flexibility, and may be designed to meet various transfer and pre-major course requirements. Please see a current Course Schedule for complete course details. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 5) Variable credits 1-6
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
This course is designed to present additional or unique material and learning experiences within a specified discipline. The course will be based on student need, flexibility, and may be designed to meet various transfer and pre-major course requirements. Please see a current Course Schedule for complete course details. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 5) Variable credits 1-6
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on social psychological theories and research to analyze how an individual's thoughts, feelings, and actions influence other people, social settings, and institutions. Specific emphasis will be placed on the ways in which an individuals cognitive processes affect their emotions and behaviors as well as their interpretation of social interactions. Topics include perception, attribution, socialization, attitudes, conflict, altruism, groups, power, conformity, prejudice, collective behaviors, and social movements. (Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1710 or SOCI 1710.) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 7) 4C/4/0/0
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