Sociology Courses

SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology

It is the aim of this course to give the students an understanding of the culture and the institutions with which they live and to familiarize them with the social processes of society.   R, W

SOCI 1306 - Social Problems

Survey and analysis of current social problems.   R, W

SOCI 2301 - Marriage and the Family

A sociological analysis of marriage and family relationships based on concepts introduced in SOCI 1301. Areas explored are courtship practices, marriage and family patterns and the family in transition. Prerequisite: SOCI 1301 or approval of instructor.   R, W

SOCI 2320 - Minority Studies II

Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of minority groups. May include African-American, Mexican American, Asian American, and Native American issues. Prerequisite: SOCI 2340: Drug Use and Abuse.   R, W

SOCI 2336 - Criminology

Social dimensions of deviant and criminal behavior; scope of crime; theories of crime and other socially deviant behavior; the role of the police and court system; group and community oriented programs (i.e. rape crisis, battered spouses’ centers, and child abuse); study of programs of prevention, control and treatment.   R, W

SOCI 2389 - Academic Cooperative in Sociology

Integrates on-campus study with practical experiences in a social science context. In conjunction with class seminars and consultation with the course instructor, each student sets specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions. Prerequisite: SOCI 1301.   R, W

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