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2023-2024 Official General Catalog [Archived Catalog]
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SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology
An introduction to the major sociological theories, research methods, and concepts used by sociologists to study society and the human behavior that occurs as a result of the social environment. Topics covered include sociological theory, social research methods, culture, socialization, social interaction, deviance, social stratification, the major social institutions, and social change.
Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Describe major sociological concepts and theories.
- Apply the methods sociologists use to explore social phenomena.
- Describe the historical and contemporary societal factors that shape the development of individual and group identify involving race, class and gender.
- Analyze the role that complex networks of social structures and systems play in the creation and perpetuation of the dynamics of power, privilege, oppression, and opportunity.
- Apply the principles of rights, access, equity, and autonomous participation to past, current, or future social justice action.
- Identify the consequences of racism in the United States at the individual, group, and systematic levels.
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