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SOC 100: Introduction To Sociology

3 credits

This course focuses upon the basic principles, concepts, terminology, themes, and issues that are the building blocks of sociological analysis. (Distribution Reqs:Social Sciences)

Learning Goals

At completion of the course, students will be able to:1. Discuss foundational concepts of Sociology including, but not limited to, the sociological imagination, social institutions, social groups, social stratification, and social forces using disciplinary terminology;2. Apply these concepts in the analysis of society and everyday life;3. Utilize these concepts as tools to understand content areas such as the family, crime, social inequality, gender, race, ethnicity, education, etc. within the context of sociological inquiry; and 4. Demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of lifestyles and cultures represented globally; and;5 Articulate an understanding of the sociological perspective as defined through the intersections of individual biography and historical, cultural, and social forces.6. Discuss the relationship between individuals, groups and society in an analysis of contemporary social problems.

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Spring 2025

Introduction To Sociology
0170-100-001 J. Olvera Mon/Wed 11:00 am - 11:50 am Garden City 3
0170-100-002 TBA Mon/Wed 12:00 noon - 12:50 pm Garden City 3
0170-100-003 S. Primeggia Tue/Thu 9:25 am - 10:40 am GC - BLH 201 3
0170-100-004 S. Primeggia Tue/Thu 1:40 pm - 2:55 pm GC - BLH 201 3
0170-100-005 C. Encina Oleart Tue/Thu 1:40 pm - 2:55 pm GC - LVH 305 3

Sections Offered: Fall 2024

Introduction To Sociology
0170-100-002 S. Castro Mon/Wed 12:00 noon - 12:50 pm GC - HHE 112 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity
0170-100-003 S. Primeggia Tue/Thu 9:25 am - 10:40 am GC - BLH 109 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity
0170-100-004 J. Johnson Tue/Thu 10:50 am - 12:05 pm GC - NEX 126 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity

 
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