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  • SOC 260: Medical Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    Medical Sociology brings sociological perspectives, theories, and methods to the study of health and medical practice. Major areas of investigation include the social facets of health and disease, the social behavior of health care personnel and people who utilize health care, the social functions of health organizations and institutions, the social patterns of health services, and the relationship of health care delivery systems to other systems. This course also provides an overview of social work practice in a variety of medical settings including inpatient, outpatient, clinics, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home care. Students will gain information on the history of medical social work, the diverse settings in which medical social work is conducted, the responsibilities of medical social workers, the issues currently facing medical social workers, and the factors that impact social work practice in a multidisciplinary health care teams.
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  • SOC 262: HON: Medical Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    Medical Sociology brings sociological perspectives, theories, and methods to the study of health and medical practice. Major areas of investigation include the social facets of health and disease, the social behavior of health care personnel and people who utilize health care, the social functions of health organizations and institutions, the social patterns of health services, and the relationship of health care delivery systems to other systems. This course also provides an overview of social work practice in a variety of medical settings including inpatient, outpatient, clinics, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home care. Students will gain information on the history of medical social work, the diverse settings in which medical social work is conducted, the responsibilities of medical social workers, the issues currently facing medical social workers, and the factors that impact social work practice in a multidisciplinary health care teams.
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  • SOC 263: Sociology of Health & Illness

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    Sociology of Health and Illness will examine health, illness, and the health care system from a sociological perspective. More specifically, the course will study how social forces promote health and illness, why some social groups suffer more illness than others do, and how the understanding of social forces can assist in addressing the issues. It will also examine how illness affects an individual, his/her relationships, or his/her ideas about what causes illness. The course will then view health care providers, the health care system, and health care settings from a sociological perspective.
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  • SOC 264: Victimology

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    The scientific study of victimization, including the relationships between the victims and the offenders, the interactions between victims and the criminal justice system-that is the police, the courts, and corrections officials-and the connection between victims and other societal groups and institutions, such as the media, business, and social movements. Topics include child maltreatment, intimate partner violence, elder abuse, cybercrime, hate crime and current topics including human trafficking, home invasion, gang violence, terrorism and wrongful convictions.
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  • SOC 267: Homeland Security

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    This course will introduce the theories of homeland security and the crucial fundamentals of the department by exploring its mission and goals. Students will develop an understanding of terrorism by learning how these organizations work, and what threats they pose to today's society. In addition, students will learn that the man-made threats are not the only dangers challenging homeland security and that "natural threats" also pose a challenge for the department. Students will become familiar with federal, state, and local laws, as well as international law, as it relates to the mission and goals of homeland security. Special attention will be dedicated to the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001, the Homeland Security Act of 2002, and the Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 and how these Acts affect policy making within the department. Included will be an introduction to the different communities associated with the Department of Homeland Security, the intelligence, the security, and the milit
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  • SOC 270: Sociology Media & Pop Culture

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    This course applies sociological thinking and perspectives to pop culture, the media, and the global society. An in-depth look will be given to class and cultural consumption, the power of advertising and the mass media, and the influence of technology and the internet. Specific topics include the production of culture, social media in the digital age, and the social impact of media on society.
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  • SOC 275: Sociology of Mental Disorders

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    Examination of the social factors contributing to the onset of mental disorders. Social institutions that provide resources to the mentally ill, their social organization and delivery will be explained, as well as consequences of mental disorders for individuals and for society.
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  • SOC 306: Sociology of the Family

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    A sociological study of the family with an emphasis on historical trends, cultural variations, and current family issues.
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  • SOC 307: Criminology

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    A study of the key concepts in criminology, measurement of crime, historical and contemporary theories of crime; criminal behavioral systems, and an overview of the adult criminal justice system.
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  • SOC 308: Criminal Law and Procedure

    3.00 Credits
    Immaculata University

    An overview of the history and structure of the Pennsylvania and Federal criminal courts. Included is an in-depth analysis of criminal court procedures including initiation of charges, bail, summary proceedings, preliminary hearing, pre-trial motions, trial and sentencing using the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure with case reviews. The course will also focus on the various roles and tasks of the court personnel at each stage of the criminal process. (Pre-requisite: SOC 217)
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