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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A study of the native and contemporary cultures of Latin American societies from an anthropological perspective. Analysis of the processes of socio-cultural change and the external forces affecting Latin American cultures. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
The study of the structure and operation of bureaucracies (such as corporations, hospitals, labor unions, government bureaus, and the military) and the organization of work and occupations in human societies. Topics include structural determinants of behavior in organizations, job satisfaction studies, effects of work on families and effects of social, economic, and political factors on work, occupations, and complex organizations. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
Application of anthropological and sociological methods and theory in the comparative analysis of illness, medical practices, and health systems. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
Examination of how schools in U.S. and abroad are organized and operate, why there are class, race, and sex differences in how much education people get, why better educated people get the best jobs, and what must be done to reform our schools. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
New York City will serve as a model for studying ethnic communities. Central sociological themes, such as population, ethnic transition, assimilation, community structure, etc., will be studied through field visits, readings, and reports. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of the various agencies in the administration of justice, the nature of law enforcement, the prisons, court system and rehabilitation agencies. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the origin, organization, control, and consequences of organized crime in the United States. Emphasis on conflicting theories and current research. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
The correctional system in relation to punishment, treatment, and reclamation of offenders. Types of correctional institutions; parole and probation. Theories and methods of corrections emphasized. (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the development of legal systems in different societies. Criminal law in the United States will be discussed within the context of social and political influences on its making, administration and enforcement. An underlying question to be examined: "Is law an effective form of social control " (Cr. 3)
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3.00 Credits
A socio-historical and comparative analysis of the structure, functions and organization of contemporary police departments. This course will address investigative and specialized operations in policing; police discretion and decision making; police culture and personality; police misconduct, and minorities and women in law enforcement. (Cr. 3)
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