Sociology course descriptions
Soc-101 Introduction to Sociology (3)
Systematic analysis of culture, society, socialization, social control, social processes, and social institutions.
Soc-201 Cultural Anthropology (3)
A survey of cultural anthropology with emphasis on culture, cultural diversity, social structure, social system components, language
and communication, socio-linguistics, social control, and cultural change.
Soc-221 Social Problems (3)
Examines major social issues in America society, problems of the young and the elderly, alienation, deviant behavior, ecological
problems, bureaucratic structure vis-a-vis individual freedom, and social disorganization. Prerequisite: Soc-101.
Soc-306 Introduction to Psychological and Social Research (3)
This course is an introduction to the philosophy, values, methodology, and objectives of psychological and social research. The main
objective of this course is for the student to successfully complete a viable research proposal. Considerable emphasis is given to the
following: use of the scientific method in social research; selection of a research problem; review of related literature and theories;
structure of a research proposal; descriptive methods; instrument development; experimental methods; and applied research.
Prerequisite: Soc-101 or Psy-101; Math-122; Junior standing. Same as Psy-306.
Soc-312 Urban Sociology (3)
The structure, functioning, and traits of urban society. Urban growth, ecology, culture problems and planning. Prerequisite: Soc-101.
Soc-321 Criminology (3)
This course examines the theories, causes and different responses to crime. It examines crime in the U.S. and other countries from juvenile to adult crime and differences between males and females in addition to what is even considered crime. Prerequisite: Soc-101
Soc-331 The Family (3)
The family as a basic social institution with special references to changing family structure and function. Special attention is given to
changing social roles of family members and their impact upon other institutions such as the school and the church. Sem. II only.
Prerequisite: Soc-101.
Soc-333 Social Gerontology (3)
This course is a basic introduction of social issues and theories of the aging process. Emphasis is given to the biological and
psychological aspects as well as self-awareness of aging. Prerequisite: Soc-101
Soc-335 Sociology of Religion (3)
Analyzes sociological theories pertaining to religion. Studies research data regarding the structure of and function of religious
practices and institutions, including the influences of cultural factors upon religious systems. Prerequisite: Soc-101 or permission of
instructor.
Soc-345 Social Psychology (3)
Social influences on the social and psychological development of the individual; the interaction process, role relationships,
development of beliefs and attitudes, dynamics of social groups. Prerequisite: Soc-101 or Psy-101.
Soc-361 Social Theory (3)
An intensive examination of selected major social theories and theorists and an introduction to the fundamentals of theory building
and the evaluation of theories in the social sciences. Prerequisite: Soc-101.
Soc-406 Applied Research (3)
This seminar is designed to integrate the student’s past course work in psychology and sociology in an effort to focus specifically on a
current social problem or issue. The main objective of this course is for the student to successfully complete a research project based
on the research proposal developed in Psy/Soc-306. Considerable emphasis is given to the following: structure of a research report;
data collection; data analysis; data interpretation; contribution to or support of related literature and theories; and presentation and
publication of findings. Prerequisite: Psychology and/or Behavioral Science Major; successful completion (grade of C or higher) of
Psy/Soc-306. Same as Psy-406.
Soc-417 Afro-American History (3)
May be taken as a sociology elective. See Hist-417.
Soc-499 Honors Course
Arranged for qualified seniors.