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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A systematic examination of the sociological concepts, literature and current developments in the field of complex organizations. Prereq: Consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of a subset of evaluation methods, topics, and problems. An introductory course in the area with minimal emphasis on quantitative methods. The course is designed to: provide a perspective from which evaluation studies may be viewed; and, to provide experiences for those who will learn from or conduct evaluations. Prereq: Consent of instructor, and a basic course in statistics or research. (Same as ANT/EDP/EPE 620.)
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3.00 Credits
A systematic examination of the sociological concepts, literature, and current developments in the field of deviant behavior. Prereq: Graduate standing; SOC 436 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a graduate-level introduction to sociological theory and research on social inequalities and stratification. It includes both classic and contemporary works on topics such as political economy, the state, domination, democracy, work, poverty, welfare, resistance, class, race, ethnicities, and gender. The course serves as a foundational course for graduate students with interests in social inequalities, and is required for Sociology graduate students seeking a specialization in this area. Prereq: SOC 650 or SOC 651 or consent of instructor. (Same as AAS 635.)
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the main areas of research in social stratification and mobility. The course is centered primarily around the core readings, both classical and contemporary, of stratification and mobility research. Topics include educational and occupational attainment, occupational status and prestige, inter- and intra-generational occupational mobility, classes, the consequences of stratification, and the role of labor markets, gender, ethnicity, and race in stratification and mobility. A familiarity with statistics or survey research is strongly recommended. Prereq: SOC 635 or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of social, cultural and economic conditions in lesser developed countries. Discussion of the various socioeconomic and cultural theories of change and developments, and of alternative policies for the world of the future. Considers the possible roles for social scientists in policy formulation and application. Prereq: Six graduate credits in social sciences or consent of instructor. (Same as ANT 637.)
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of the interrelations between science, agriculture, and development. Both domestic and international issues are explored. Prereq: Graduate standing in the social or agricultural sciences. (Same as ANT 640.)
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3.00 Credits
An examination of gender issues in domestic and international development. Prereq: Graduate standing in the social or agricultural sciences or permission of the instructor. (Same as ANT 641.)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the theories of work and occupations; the industrial structure of the labor force, the nature of mental and manual labor; the structure of labor markets including underemployment, unemployment, and segmentation; occupational mobility and status attainment; worker resistance and informal groups; worker participation and teamwork; labor and management relations; and state and national legislation regarding work, conflict, safety, and discrimination. Prereq: Graduate standing in sociology or other graduate department.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines how states, capital, and other relevant social groups interact to produce new or stabilize old frameworks for work or other aspects of society. Its topics may include many different areas including: employee representation; health and safety issues; race and gender discrimination; corporate relocation and the international division of labor. No matter what topic chosen for the course, the basic aspects of political sociology including pluralist, elite, neo-corporatist, and citizenship theories will be covered. Prereq: Graduate standing in sociology or other graduate department.
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