SOC

Aesthetic Sensibility - Aesthetic Sensibility Elective.....................................3

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SOC

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3

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3

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www.mc3.edu

This course introduces the scientific study of human society. It presents the basic components of sociology, i.e., groups, society, culture, socialization, institutions, collective behavior, stratification, and social change, for review and critique. Social structures, social rules and change within society are explored with respect to the history of societal development as well as current social trends. This Honors course fosters high-achieving students' ce, growth towards learning outcomes such as: problem solving, often with creative approaches; critical reading, artistic literacy, or original data analysis; forming judgments based on evidence, often from alternative modes of inquiry or integrative learning; clear, persuasive research writing; oral presentation; and articulate reflection on personal growth. Honors courses are more likely to utilize student-driven active learning, emphasizing exploration and discovery, rather than the acquisition of specific knowledge; faculty might provide projects with no pre-determined conclusion, but with real-world application.

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SOC

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This course offers a critical examination of major social problems in the contemporary United States within the context of wider global issues. Students will learn to think sociologically about the causes and consequences of contemporary social problems. Course focus is on uncovering the social conditions, forces, and social structures that give rise to social problems. Problems covered include but are not limited to: poverty, gender, homophobia/heterosexim, race and class inequality, crime, education, environment and health care. COURSE CATALOG 2026-27 5 SOC 244 SOCIOLOGY OF DEATH & DYING...................................... 3-3-0 The course consists of an investigation of the following topics: individual attitudes on death and dying, social and cultural attitudes on death and dying, socializing the individual into attitudes on death and dying, medical concept of death and dying, legal concept of death and dying, demographic data on death and dying, death and dying and its effect on the economy, the family and death, religion (attitudes and ritual) and death, euthanasia and suicide as well as practical methods for dealing with death and the dying.

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu

Please note that you may have to take a placement assessment prior to enrolling in certain courses. ........3 The Human Services Program is transferrable to a number of area colleges. Substitutions must be approved by the Program Coordinator. * The Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) certifies both addiction counselors and prevention specialists. Course work from the program may fulfill a portion of those PCB requirements. The PCB requires Certified Addictions Counselors to complete additional hours of continuing education and training for recertification. Selected courses from this HSW program may be used for part of this requirement. For further information regarding education requirements for recertification, contact PCB at 717-540-4455. TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS: 36 CHILD, YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES (A.A.S.)

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SOC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

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course

Source

www.mc3.edu

This introductory course examines children and youth within the context of their familial role. Emphasis is placed upon non-traditional as well as traditional family systems and the impact that issues such as divorce, substance abuse, child abuse and incarceration has on the various units in the family system. 141

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu

This course introduces students to the dynamic relationships between sports, culture, society and the issues and challenges within this framework. We will look at sports as a microcosm of the larger society and as a field in which to test various sociological theories. The foundation of this course is based on the understanding of approaches and theories within the global perspective of the sport industry. Students will study sports in the context of the economy, diversity, demographics, politics, media, the ethical and legal environments and additional important topics. This knowledge will allow students to think critically about the interlocking of sports and the external environment. Thus, enabling them to create valuable policies and programs in the sport industry. This course keeps pace with industry trends and is aligned with topics outlined by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). SOC 220 CRIMINOLOGY..................................................................... 3- A study of crime and delinquency patterns, their causes, and remedial measures, emphasizing social, economic, and psychological forces involved in the shaping of criminal behavior. The role of law enforcement and the functioning of treatment and punishment models will also be discussed. Prerequisites:

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu

This course is designed to study the social structure of the United States, i.e., "elitism," "pluralism," and the major ethnic, racial, and religious minorities therein: reasons for their migrations, problems encountered, and prohibitions preventing some from participating in the mainstream of American life will also be discussed. Focus is both sociological and historical.

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu

This course explores the historical development of families; class, ethnic and sexual variations of family structure in contemporary societies; social 3-0 issues that impact contemporary families; the division of labor and power in families; and current trends in American family patterns.

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu

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SOC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Source

www.mc3.edu

Terrorism in the 21st century is a global phenomenon. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary survey of the history, theory, and modern-day political manifestations of terrorism and counter-terrorism. Terrorism will be evaluated in terms of its underlying cultural, economic, political, and psychological root causes. Effective counteraction and profiling requires empathetic explorations and analyses by students into causes and mind-sets. Counter-terrorism strategies and tactics will also be examined specifically in light of the legal and procedural safeguards that are fundamental to the maintenance of liberal democratic social and political values. Prerequisites: A passing grade in at least one introductory level course in any of the following: Anthropology, Criminal Justice Studies, Economics, Geography, History, Political Scien

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu

This course is an in-depth exploration of the current social issues concerning older adults in U.S. society. Students will examine the social needs which confront all older people and those needs of particular sub-groups of the older population such as the frail elderly, women, and minorities. Emphasis will be placed on reviewing the legislation which has led to the creation of programs and services for meeting the needs of older adults and on analyzing the system of services to detect areas of unmet needs, such as the need for long-term care. Students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of techniques of advocacy which can be used on behalf of and in concert with older persons. Open to all majors. Prerequisites: HSW 155 - Introduction to Aging, PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology, or SOC 101 -

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SOC

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This course examines the problem of organized crime (OC) from an interdisciplinary perspective, including a series of key legal, law enforcement and social issues, with a focus on American OC and enterprise crime in comparative perspective. Topics will include: the concept and definition of OC; a range of theoretical perspectives on OC; the relationship between white collar, criminal organized crime, enterprise crime and non-criminal economic activity; historical origins; ethnic connections; international linkages; models of organized crime; major organized crime groups; major organized criminal activities; emerging organized criminal activities; the relationship of OC to public corruption; strategies for combating organized crime; and the future outlook. Prerequisites: CJS 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice or SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology

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SOC

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www.mc3.edu