Sociology Courses

SOC 100 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of sociology and application to specific areas of sociology such as the scientific method, culture and society, and socialization. Three credit hours. Offered every semester (d & e).

SOC 201 GENDER ROLES IN AMERICAN SOCIETY
An introduction to the roles, functions, and emerging consciousness of women in American society; historical, psychological, and sociological background. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: SOC 100. Offered as needed.

SOC 240 FAMILY IN SOCIETY
The main trends of theoretical and practical analysis of the family: its history, life cycle, and various aspects and elements, including the use of real-life family interviews. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: SOC 100. Offered Fall semester in odd numbered years (d); offered Fall semester in even numbered years (e).

SOC 280 VIOLENCE AND CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE IN AMERICA
An examination of violence and civil disobedience as important elements in the historical development of the nation. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: SOC 100. Offered as needed.

SOC 298 SPECIAL TOPIC IN SOCIOLOGY
(Topic to be specified each semester course offered.)

SOC 301 SPORTS IN AMERICAN SOCIETY
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of sport as it relates to the larger society such as economics, politics, race relations and gender roles. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: SOC 100. Offered Spring semester in odd numbered years (d & e).

SOC 315 WOMEN'S STUDIES
A study of the roles, functions and status of women in society; their evolving participation in education, politics, business as well as their changing roles in the family. The history of women's roles in society will be explored, resulting in a better understanding of recent developments and continued issues involving women. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: SOC 100. Offered Spring semester in even numbered years (d & e).

SOC 398 SPECIAL TOPIC IN SOCIOLOGY
(Topic to be specified each semester course offered.)

SOC 401 SOCIAL PROBLEMS
An examination and study of current social problems including racism, poverty, sexism, population, etc. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: SOC 100 and Junior Standing. Offered Fall semester in even numbered years (d); offered Fall semester in odd numbered years (e).

SOC 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SOCIOLOGY