13 courses with the subject SOC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SOC 101Introduction to Sociology3
3 Lecture Hours Description This course is an introductory survey of the field of sociology with a primary goal for students to develop the sociological imagination or an understanding of the relationships between biography and history and self and society. Topics include history of the field, major theories/perspectives and use of social research to develop theory. Students also examine processes of socialization, deviance, social institutions, structures and change dynamics with an eye toward understanding the social world and our position within it. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of women’s and gender studies. Students explore a range of topics including the ethical, legal, medical and religious issues impacting women’s lives, as well as the impact of gender socialization on such things as politics, culture and language. Students examine these issues through intersectional approaches that recognize the diversity of experiences, cultural milieux and structural conditions that shape women’s lives. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course is an introduction to the study of human aging through analysis of sociological, psychological, anthropological, historical, demographic, biological and health factors that affect the experience of aging. Students apply sociological theories and research methods for studying aging. With a focus on the relationship between society and people who are defined as “aged,” topics include contemporary problems, trends and social policy issues. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description Students in this course explore sociological theories and research about urban life. Central to this exploration are the historical origins and evolution of cities, human experiences of city life, changing spatial and demographic patterns of urban development, sources of inequality and social problems and public policy issues facing cities. Pittsburgh serves as a central example for much of this exploration. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides an overview of the sociological study of race and ethnicity as social systems. Students use sociological theories and research methods to analyze these issues. Topics include the social construction of race and ethnicity, systems of inequality, historical and changing content of racial and ethnic identities, forms of dominant-subordinate relationships, discrimination and prejudice and their effects at individual and institutional levels, policy and political issues surrounding race and ethnicity in the United States and globally. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description Students in this course explore issues of health, illness and the health care systems of the United States and other nations using sociological perspectives. Students analyze how social, political, economic and cultural forces affect health and illness with an emphasis on understanding health and illness as social, not just biological processes. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description In this course, students analyze a variety of deviant behaviors using sociological, critical and cross-cultural perspectives. Deviance is any activity or action that attracts widespread social disapproval and may include criminal or non-criminal behaviors. Topics include homicide, rape, family violence, mental disorders, unconventional sexuality, drug use, suicide, physical characteristics and appearance, unconventional behavior and freedom of expression. A strong focus is on deviance as a driver of social change. Learning Outcomes
SOC 228HHonors Cross Cultural Exploration of Peace and Social Transformation EXPERIMENTAL3
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides theoretical and empirical tools to help students explore peace and social transformation in India and United States through the study of Nobel Laureates from both countries. Students examine approaches to peace and social change while exploring the cultural diversity between these two great democracies. The course combines conceptual frameworks and experiential activities to bring theory to practice. Students develop and implement service learning projects in both the countries inspired by the Nobel Laureates. Students undertake a short-term study abroad experience in India to gain first-hand knowledge of cultural dynamics and community service. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course explores the relationship between food, society and the environment through a sociological lens. It examines social, economic, cultural and political issues around the production, distribution, preparation, consumption and symbolism of food at local, national and global levels. Students reflect on the ethics of food processes and policies and their own food choices. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will Examine social processes that shape how food is produced, prepared, and consumed. Apply sociological concepts, theories and research methods to food-related issues. Analyze problems in the food system, including environmental degradation, labor injustices and equal access to healthy food. Evaluate the role of ethnic foods in culinary tourism in the context of globalization. Develop their own philosophy of food and eating practices. Listed Topics Food, Culture and Identity Food, Diets and Industrialization Science, Technology and Agriculture Globalization of Food Food, Equity and Environment Food, Justice and Sustainability Reference Materials Current recognized texts, videos, internet resources, and multi-media.
