- SOC-001
- Introduction to Sociology
- Credit(s) 3
Introduction to Sociology
SOC 001 is an introduction to the sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives
of sociology and their application to the fundamental problems of social life. The
course includes an overview of sociological explanations, methods, and findings in
social structure, group dynamics, socialization, social stratification culture, social
change, and global dynamics.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- SOCI 110
- SOC-002
- Critical Thinking/Social Prob
- Credit(s) 3
Critical Thinking and Social Problems
SOC 002 explores major social problems experienced by society, with an exploration
of the role of power in defining social problems, causes and consequences, theoretical
perspectives, proposed solutions, and methods of interventions. The course focuses
on the application of critical thinking skills to strengthen critical analysis and
heighten social awareness.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Prerequisite(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- SOCI 115
- SOC-003
- Marriage and Family Relations
- Credit(s) 3
Marriage and Family Relations
SOC 003 explores diversity in family dynamics including historical and recent
changes. Topics focus on socio-cultural and economic forces shaping the family, love,
mate selection, sexuality, communication patterns, parenthood, and dissolution. Students
will learn how paired relationships work in contemporary mass society, why they succeed,
and why they sometimes fail.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- SOCI 130
- SOC-005
- Cultural Sociology
- Credit(s) 3
Cultural Sociology
SOC 005 includes te sociological analysis of race, ethnicity, and racism. Examines
the cultural, political, and economic practices and institutions that support or challenge
racism, racial and ethnic inequalities, as well as historical and contemporary patterns
of interaction between various racial and ethnic groups.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s):
- ENG 051A (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- SOCI 150