SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology
A general study of people in society, with emphasis upon nature of culture, social institutions, social interaction, and social units, and the influence on the individual. An overview of sociological concepts and perspectives is also presented.
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13786 Introduction to Sociology Schlenker 3
SOC 289 Topics in Sociology: Sociology in Film
This course is designed to examine and gain understanding of important sociological topics through film, as well as to examine the impact of film on society. From this perspective film will be studied as an agent of socialization. The focus of this course will largely be on 21st century films addressing social problems and/or stratification. Prerequisites: SOC 101. 3 CR
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13904 Sociology in Film Turcotte-Seabury 3 (Mini Session Course)
SOC 316 Criminology
(This course is cross listed with JUS 316.) Designed to enhance student awareness and comprehension of social and cultural factors in the causation of crime and juvenile delinquency. A review and analysis of recent theories and research findings, a theoretical venture in applied sociology. Prerequisite: SOC 101 and SOC 201
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08228 Criminology Cook 3
SOC 340 Sociology of Minorities
(Mini Session Course)
Examines the practical aspects of minority group relationships as well as problems relating with the dominant society. Includes the study of the social situations of selected minorities against the background of American history and American values. Prerequisite: SOC 101
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10639 Sociology of Minorities Schlenker 3
SOC 360 Sociology of the Family
The course represents an examination of the family cycle and the sociology of the family, especially as it pertains to the American situation. Emphasis is placed upon cross-cultural, historical, and theoretical analysis of the family as a social institution. Prerequisite: SOC101
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08229 Sociology of the Family Turcotte Seabury 3
SOC 375 Social Networks
An introduction to the essentials of social network theory and the methods of social network analysis, the study of patterns in communication and affiliation. Online, in groups, and friends, you are who you know. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or COM 205 or PSY 205. 3 Credits (this course is cross listed with COM 375)
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08230 Social Networks Cook 3
