SOC 213 Sociology of the Family

3-0-3

This course covers the institution of the family and other intimate relationships. Emphasis is placed on mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the family as a social institution and the social forces which influence its development and change. This course has been approved to satisfy the CAA and the ICAA as a general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.

Prerequisite

DRE 097 or appropriate placement scores

Offered

FA, SP