20 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
Designed to acquaint the student with the general field of sociology, the course surveys sociological concepts, processes and mechanisms of group behavior, the community and its structure, social organization and interaction and culture and personality. Credit(s): 3
An analysis of the major social issues, such as healthcare, poverty, the environment, technology, family, confronting groups and individuals. Credit(s): 3
A course designed to give the student a realistic and comprehensive view of marriage and parenthood. Topics covered include courtship, marriage systems, parent education and family crises. Credit(s): 3
Investigation of specific topics or issues in society and culture. Topic focus is preceded by a short course on the basics of human behavior from the sociological perspective. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Credit(s): 3
Subject
SOC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
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Credit(s)
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit when the topic changes.
Theoretical and empirical analysis of the relationship between the individual and society with particular emphasis on the formation of self. Emphasis on symbolic interactionism. Credit(s): 3
This research-based course examines a number of topics related to sex differences and sex equity. Emphasis is placed on historical and contemporary American perspectives. Focus is placed on the following topics: biological/ genetic theories, socialization, work, family/relationships, literature and media, religion, cognition, aggression, legal issues and sociological and psychological theories. Credit(s): 3
This course is a survey of the current issues in health and health care in the United States with an emphasis on the social construction of health and illness and on the structural provision of health care. Credit(s): 3
The sociology of childhood. A study of society’s commitment to children including the role of social institutions that affect childhood experiences. Credit(s): 3
Systematic survey of research strategies used in the social sciences with an emphasis on the practical applications of research techniques. Credit(s): 3
Senior standing as a Sociology major, 25 GPA and permission of the instructor
SOC 415Sociology of Religion3
A study, using social science methods, of religion as a social institution in America. The focus is the role of religion in society including established religions, tele-evangelism, new religious movements, as well as the process of secularization. Credit(s): 3
Effectively organized social movements in America can lead to extensive social change. This course is a survey of the development and effect of non-institutional groups, with an emphasis on religions, cults and extremist political groups in America. Credit(s): 3
An integration of the substantive areas of sociology using the sociological perspective. Emphasis on contemporary social issues, the applications of sociology and the critical analysis of our social world. Credit(s): 3
