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3.00 Credits
An analysis of the social causes of crime and criminal behavior with a focus on drug, property, white collar and violent crime. Theoretical explanations of criminal behavior and a critique of selected aspects of the American criminal justice system are discussed. Programs for crime prevention and rehabilitation are examined. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: One 200-level Sociology course, or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of population structure and dynamics as influenced by cultural, political, economic, and environmental factors. This course focuses attention to the social determinants of population problems, while exploring their consequences and policy implications for individuals, their societies, and the world. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: One 200-level Sociology course, or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the centrality of work in the lives of individuals and in the development of societies. Topics include organizational structures, corporate cultures, worker identities and activities, workplace stratification, and conflict and change in organizations. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: One 200-level Sociology course, or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the interrelationships between societies and their environments, and an analysis of sociological aspects of environmental problems. This course will focus on the population and organizational aspects of environmental problems as well as elements of social change involved with environmental social action. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisites: Environmental Science 200 or one 200-level Sociology course.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the ideas and important contributions of major sociological theorists to the discipline of sociology. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Sociology 252 or permission.
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1.00 Credits
An examination of special topics in sociology, with topics selected on the basis of faculty and student interest. (1/2, 1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: One 200-level Sociology course, or permission of the instructor.
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1.00 Credits
A seminar taught with a scholar-statesperson that deals with a policy issue of public significance. (Made possible by the Henry H. Fowler Endowment. Open to selected students with department permission.) (1, 1/2)
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1.00 Credits
A supervised research project or extensive literature review. (1/2, 1, 1/2) Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Sociology 353 and written proposal approved by the department.
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3.00 Credits
Practical experience in a social service agency, correctional facility, health institution, business, or other community setting in which sociology is applied. May not be used to fulfill the 300-level or above requirement for the major or minor. (1) Prerequisite: Written proposal approved by the department.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of theory, research, and debate concerning the nature of and change in information in contemporary society. Topics covered will include traditional and critical theory, information theory, theories of mass communication and mass society, innovation and diffusion as well as postindustrial and post modern perspectives. Media ethics, privacy controversies, and policy implications are also considered. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Sociology 353 or permission.
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