AN300 Introduction to Anthropology 3 credits
A general introduction to the study of human culture. Topics: anthropology as an academic discipline, nature of human language, human culture, history of anthropological thought, and human social organizations.
GE305 Introduction to Geography 3 credits
A general introduction to the study of geography, with special emphasis on linking geography’s basic concepts to the realms and major regions of the world.
S110 Sociological Imagination 3 credits
The nature and foundations of society and the individual, the main forces that strengthen and weaken social groups and the conditions that transform social life will be examined in this course.
S250 Logic of Analysis 4 credits
This course examines the major sociological perspectives in conjunction with an instruction in the logic and procedures of gathering information about social phenomena. The course will cover such topics as: the logic of the scientific method, research design, hypotheses formation, theory and methods of scaling, and research analysis. Prerequisites: S110 and either ST132 or ST232. Also offered as PS242.
S298 Field Exploration 1–3 credits
A field exploration in sociology involves supervised field work in particular areas of the student’s interest. The student is expected to commit at least ten hours per week to the field exploration experience (varies according to the number of credits assigned to the field exploration).
S301 Crime and Delinquency 3 credits
The study of deviant behavior as it relates to the definition of crime, crime statistics, theories of crime causation, and crime typologies will be treated. The course will cover such topics as criminological research, explanations of crime and delinquency, and the development of criminal justice policies. Prerequisites: CJ111and S110.
S304 Political and Social Thought I 4 credits
This course is devoted to an interdisciplinary examination of fundamental questions regarding the nature of man, politics and social relations. Values, ideas and practice as gleaned from the theories and writings of major thinkers from the 14th through early 20th centuries are explored. Special focus is directed toward ideas of Khadun, Machiavelli, Locke, and Durkheim. Other theorists, such as Marx, Weber and Gandhi are also considered. Also offered as PS304. Prerequisite: either PS102 or S110.
S305 Political and Social Thought II 4 credits
This course is devoted to an interdisciplinary examination of fundamental questions regarding the nature of man, politics and social relations. Values, ideas and priorities as gleaned from the theories and writings of major thinkers from the late 19th and 20th centuries are explored. Special focus is directed toward ideas from the Federalists, Economic Interventionist and Social Elitists. Other topics are selected based on student and instructor interests. Also offered as PS305. Prerequisite: S110.
S320 Children and the State 4 credits
This course focuses on the concept of youth in contemporary society in terms of their behaviors, roles, experiences, and treatment. It does so within the context of the evolution and structural development of two major social institutions: the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. The course uses a sociological framework to emphasize the social, economic, and political realities of childhood in American society.
S325 Multi-Cultural Lab 1 credit
This course provides an overview of United States immigration history and a file learning experience designed to heighten student awareness of both the integrative and segregative forces present in a community setting.
S350 Field Methods 4 credits
This course will offer a working experience in the purpose and tools of qualitative field methods. The course will cover rapport, methods of observation, field notes, data coding and analysis, ethnography, focus groups and interviews, as well as an introduction to quasi-experimentation. Prerequisite: S250. Also offered as PS342.
S365 Sociology of Aging 3 credits
The course is an attempt to provide an introduction to a field which is rapidly becoming one of the major areas of research in the social sciences and to bring about an awareness and knowledge about the process of aging. Old people and their needs, the impact of growing numbers of old people in our institutions, and the effect of these institutions on the aged will be examined. Prerequisite: S110 or consent of instructor.
S400–405 Sociology Seminars
Specialized courses in particular areas of interest. Prerequisite: consent of department.
S407 Social and Political Movements 3 credits
This course will examine the life cycle and impact of social and political movements, focusing on how the process of frame alignment, mobilizing networks and political opportunities shape movements. Prerequisite: S110.
S425 Ethnicity, Class and Gender 3 credits
This course provides numerous theoretical perspectives on ethnicity, class and gender along with a variety of activities which ensure each student an opportunity for developing an experience base with members of various ethnic, social class and gender communities. Also offered as CJ425. Prerequisite: S110.
S443 Sociology of the Family 3 credits
A comprehensive study of the family and associated institutions, theories and research in American family structure and function, cross-cultural comparisons, family interaction dynamics, disorganization, and change will be included. Prerequisite: S110.
S450 Understanding Demography 3 credits
This course provides the student with an introduction to the science of population. It will examine how population demographics impact all aspects of modern societies, including (but not limited to) poverty, illness and health, marriage and divorce, urbanization and political power. The student will examine the various theoretical approaches to this science, as well as the value choices behind demographic policies. Prerequisite: S110
S469 Individual Research 1–3 credits
Individual research supervised by the department.
S489 Thesis Development 1 credit
In this course a student will start on the thesis requirement for the sociology major. The student is expected to select a topic and design the research project. The course is conducted primarily on an independent basis in consultation with an advisor. Prerequisite: S350.
S490 Research in Sociology 2 credits
In this course the student is expected to complete an original research project which is required for the sociology major. Prerequisite: S489.
S496/497 Sociology Internship 1–17 credits
This off-campus internship provides qualified juniors or seniors an opportunity to participate in field experience under the guidance and supervision of competent professionals. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair.
S498 Internship Integration 1 credit
This in-depth paper, written under supervision of sociology faculty, involves an integration of theoretical and experience research related to the student’s sociology internship. Prerequisites: minimum 6-credit internship; consent of department chair. |
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