SOCI - Sociology

A study of the scope, purpose, and method of Sociology, as well as forms and functions of present day organization of social order. A brief survey of the social institutions.

An introduction to statistics including a study of frequency distributions, measure of location and variation, probability distributions, sampling distributions, and statistical inference. Hypothesis testing, ANOVA, and simple linear regression are also considered. Prerequisite: A grade of at least a "C" or better in MATH 1306 or higher.

Emphasizes conducting and applying statistical analyses with real-world social science data. Students will utilize a statistical software package commonly used by social scientists to conduct and interpret descriptive and inferential statistics. Students completing the course will acquire the skills necessary to both conduct and interpret statistical analyses in social science settings. Pre-requisite: Math 1304 or higher. Same as PSYC 2316.

An overview of the field of Social Welfare which includes a study of the historical and the philosophical base which has brought about the action-oriented profession known as Social Work. (Same as SOCW 2311)

An overview of problems encountered by children and families with an emphasis on community services designed to alleviate those problems. (Same as SOCW 2313)

A study of the social problems of modern American life with emphasis upon their extent, effects, and suggested remedies. (Same as CRIJ 2316)

A study of a basic social institution with an emphasis on its background and various cultural forms and functions.

An analysis of the structure and function of community organization as it relates to both rural and urban communities. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311.

A study of the social development of contemporary minority groups with emphasis on the psychological and sociological processes involved in prejudice. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311. (Same as CRIJ 3317)

A survey of the delinquent as a person and delinquency as a social problem. Emphasis is on the extent, causation, prevention, treatment, and theories of delinquency. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311. (Same as CRIJ 3318)

This course provides the opportunity to understand how diversity characterizes and explores the dimensions through the intersections of multiple factors that shape human experiences including age, class, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, and religion. Topics will provide the opportunity to begin the process to eliminate the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse groups; as well as recognize and communicate the importance of understanding how differences shape life experiences. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above (same as SOCW 3315)

A societal level study of gender relationships, interactions, and circumstances. Emphasis will be placed on understanding each other and exploring problems related to gender. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311.

Students majoring in Sociology must complete the sociology achievement examination prior to graduation.

The course is designed to familiarize the student with basic demographic concepts and techniques. It emphasizes the impact of population characteristics on other aspects of social life. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311.

A course designed to acquaint the student with the normal aging process, as well as with the social and psychological problems related to that process. Intervention techniques are emphasized. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311. (Same as SOCW 4313)

An introduction to the sociological and psychological aspects of death and dying within the American cultural milieu. Emphasis is on self awareness regarding attitudes about death and on therapeutic interventions. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above.

An anthropological survey of various forms and functions of the cross-cultural family. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311.

An overview of crime in America, various theories concerning causes of crime, and the criminal justice system. (Same as CRIJ 4317)

A study of the development of social thought with an emphasis on late nineteenth and twentieth century sociologists, their contributions, and developments in American Sociology. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311.

This course focuses on issues of drug use, misuse, and abuse. Special emphasis is given to the sociological aspects of drug-taking behavior, the relationship between drugs and crime, and the criminal justice system. Descriptions, classifications, and analyses are used to explore the extent of the drug problem. Prerequisite: SOCI 1311. (Same as SOCI 4319).