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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the life course using a sociological perspective. We will examine the social processes associated with the life course, connecting individual experiences to larger social and historical processes. Life course theory will be used to highlight the following aspects of the aging process: 1) individuals are shaped by historical time and place; 2) individual lives are interconnected to others through social interaction; 3) individuals make choices for their lives and construct their own life course within the context of historical and social opportunities and constraints; 4) the timing of life events shapes an individual's immediate and future life course. During the last few weeks of class we will also explore a number of social issues central to our aging society. (WCore: WCSBS, DE)
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4.00 Credits
Students explore issues of maleness and femaleness. Emphasis is placed on identifying and evaluating value systems related to sexuality. The impact of cultural definitions on individual behavior is also examined. Attention is directed toward societal ramifications of shifting roles with the intention of evaluating new alternatives open to men and women. A final emphasis is placed on understanding sexual functioning and different means of sexual expression.
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4.00 Credits
This course examines gender from institutional, interactional, and individual level perspectives. We will cover a brief history of the women's movement and its implications within the United States. A sociological perspective will be used to understand contemporary gender issues, including the social construction of gender, the intersection of work and family, the social construction of masculinity and femininity, and gendered relationships. (WCore: DE)
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4.00 Credits
This course is designed for students who are interested in learning about or pursuing a career in social work. Providing a comprehensive overview of the profession, the course will introduce students to social work theories, goals, values, ethics, skills, practices, services, and challenges. (4)
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4.00 Credits
This course explores race, ethnicity, and social class from a sociological perspective. Many people believe that American society is "color-blind" and equal opportunities exist for all. Challenging this assumption by focusing on the continuing significance of race, ethnicity, and class in America, this course examines how historical discrimination has led to large gaps in income, wealth, educational opportunities, and health outcomes, as well as how these disparities continue to be re-created and reproduced in everyday life. (WCore: DE) (4)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the United States' response to the needs of the poor, disenfranchised, discriminated, and/or oppressed people of this country. Students will explore the cultural values and attitudes, as well as the economic and political dynamics, which shape social welfare policies and programs in the United States.
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4.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to research methods including research design, data collection techniques, and methods of analysis. Focusing on both quantitative and qualitative research methods, students will develop the ability to critically evaluate different types of social research, as well as to conceptualize and design their own research project. Prerequisites: MATH 150. (4)
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4.00 Credits
This course uses sociological theory and research methods to explore real-world social applications. Students will work with a community organization on a particular social issue with some practical outcome in mind. This course will allow students to gain a greater understanding of how sociological concepts, theory, methods, and findings are used in practice. Because this course primarily takes place in "the field," it does not have a regular meeting time. Instead, the professor works with the students to identify meeting times for faculty-student interaction, while the students participate in the project according to the project needs and their own schedules. (WCore: EWRLD)
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4.00 Credits
Informal group experience for advanced students to explore explore issues, problems, and innovations in the social sciences field. Prerequisite: senior standing or consent of instructor.
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1.00 Credits
A tutorial-based course used only for student- initiated proposals for intensive individual study of topics not otherwise offered in the Sociology Program. Prerequisite: consent of instructor and school dean.
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