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3.00 Credits
Religion as a major social institution. Compares religions regarding behavioral content. Major attention is given to the nature of religion, organized religion, and how religion is integrated into society. Limited attention given to the behavioral expectations associated with the major religions of the world. Prerequisite: Soc 110.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the study of religious cults and sects, often referred to as New Religious Movements, in the United States in the late twentieth century and early twenty-first. The class will examine the nature of fringe groups in modern society from a theoretical persepective, looking at the various definitions and classifications of these groups in sociology. Prerequisites: Soc 110 and three additional hours sociology or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A social science view of the Arab world which identifies peoples, countries, geographical settings, cultural differences, cultural change, political and religious affiliations, and the emergence of contemporary issues. Special emphasis will be placed upon the Israel - Palestine - Jordan problem area. Can be used to satisfy the Core Curriculum in Area 5.
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3.00 Credits
Provides basic tools necessary to gather, describe, analyze, and present quantitative social science data. Focus will be on conducting basic univariate and bivariate analyses. Prerequisite: Math 125.
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3.00 Credits
A review of aging studies with particular emphasis on needs, problems, areas of concern, aging theories, social services for the elderly, and accumulated data from gerontological research. Such topics as life changes, retirement, and alternative life styles among the elderly will be analyzed. Prerequisite: Soc 110.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of differences in power, privilege, and prestige. Analysis of the effects of social inequality on people's lives within the United States and an overview of the complex array of social structures which comprise international systems of inequality by race/ethnicity, gender, and social class. Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of environment and social background for juvenile delinquency behaviors. Investigation of behavioral content and scope of official delinquency. Review of the influences of family, school, peer groups and gangs, and the juvenile justice and corrections system. Prerequisite: Soc 110.
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3.00 Credits
Theoretical examination of the individual as a social product and social force. Study the foundations of human interaction, process of socialization, and differentiation of individuals. Focus on perceptions, attitudes, and beliefs within the individual as we examine individual behavior within the social context. Prerequisite: Soc 110.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of work, occupations, career mobility, and job satisfaction as important elements in society. Examination of leisure activities which alter with technological advances and the changing economic base. Prerequisite: Soc 110.
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3.00 Credits
Philosophical and historical development of social work as a professional career. Focuses on role of the social worker within the various practice settings. May entail field trips and guest speakers. Prerequisite: Soc 110.
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