An introduction to sociology, the scientific study of the relationship between social organization and human behavioral processes. The focus is on concepts central to the discipline and the illustration and application of theoretical perspectives to aspects of social reality such as gender, age, race and ethnicity, inequality and social change, as well as social institutions including the family, polity, education, medicine, economy and religion. The course equips students to be informed about participants in social processes and institutions, both from an appreciative and change agent stance. SOC/SWK 202 Social Welfare Policy and Income Redistribution – 4 credits This course is primarily concerned with the United States social welfare system, the theory and values upon which this system is based, its component programs, and its effectiveness as a means of redistributing resources to alleviate economic inequality and oppression. This course in the social work curriculum primarily focuses on social welfare policy and services, including analysis of the components of the current social welfare system as a basis for developing more effective policies, programs and services to fully meet human needs. SOC/SWK 243 Social and Psychological Aspects of Aging – 4 credits An introduction to the field of aging from two primary areas of inquiry: the psychological and sociological aspect of aging. The problems and issues concerning aging will be examined for they raise profound implications affecting social, economic and political arenas of our society. The course will also examine new models of aging that go beyond cultural stereotypes to challenge students to view this stage of the life cycle as a time of creativity, wisdom and beauty. SOC/SWK 313 Social Justice in Society – 3 credits This course is designed to integrate anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, (ADEI) and social justice using a sociocultural framework. Students will learn about their personal bias, perspective on power and privilege, and review a systematic approach to working with diverse populations. This course will explore intersectionality including but not limited to age, caste, class, color, culture, disability and ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, generational status, immigration status, legal status, marital status, political ideology, race, nationality. SOC/SWK 321 The Family as a Social Institution – 3 credits A consideration of family and marriage as basic institutions in human societies with emphasis upon the variety of forms they assume in different cultures and subcultures, including ethnic, regional and class variations in American society. Special attention is paid to modifications in family and marriage patterns, structure and customs in response to social and cultural change, particularly the rapid changes occurring in the 21st century.
- Subject
- SOC
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.cedarcrest.edu