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Sociology Course Titles and Descriptions |
| (SO 221) Introduction
to Sociology A survey of major subject areas and principles of sociology (Fall and Spring, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 222) Current
Social Problems A study in social issues; contemporary social problems and their consequences, with special emphasis on American society (Fall and Spring, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 223) Marriage
and the Family A study of origin and evolution of the family as a social institution; the relationships of family structure to social organization; theories, functions, forms, and processes of the family in selected cultures (Fall, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| SO 231 Introduction to Anthropology An introductory survey of the field of anthropology, with emphasis on the prehistoric development of man and cultures (Offered on sufficient demand). |
| (SO 300)
Sociology of Sex Roles Analysis of social, psychological, and physiological approaches to the development of sex identity and sex roles; effect of differential socialization methods from infancy through adulthood; impact on both men and women of contemporary changes in sex roles (Fall, even-numbered years). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 307)
Medical
Sociology Application of sociological concepts and principles to the study of health professions, medical institution, community medical organization, and definition and distribution of illnesses (Fall, odd-numbered years). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 308)
Aging
and Society Designed to examine the relationship between the various structures and institutions in society and aging. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship between the family, religion, education, the government and the economic system and individuals as they age (Spring). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 309)
Death
and Dying Provides and understanding of dying, death, and bereavement that will assist individuals to better cope with their own deaths and wit the deaths of others (Fall). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 310W)
Methods
of Social Research An introduction to the selection and formulation of research problems; project design and sampling procedures; data collection and preparation of reports (Fall, Spring). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO
311) Computer Applications in the Social Sciences This course is designed to expose students to computer applications within the social sciences and provide them with hands-on experience managing, transforming, analyzing, and displaying social science data. It is recommended that students take SO 310 Research Methods before taking this course (Spring; Lab Fee of $30.00 assessed with standard course fees) |
| (SO 320)
Sociology
of Leisure and Recreation Sociocultural analysis of the nature and social organization of non-work activity in modern societies, with emphasis on the structure and dynamics of recreation and their relationship to the major social institutions (Fall odd numbered years). |
| (SO 322) The
Community Designed to acquaint the student with contemporary urban and rural communities, with emphasis on basic social institutions and vital processes (Fall). |
| (SO 323) Criminology A study of crime and criminal behavior in American society, with special emphasis on the individual, group trends and theories concerning treatment (Fall). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 324)
Population
Studies A study of population distribution, composition, growth, migration and vital processes (Spring). |
| (SO 330) Juvenile
Delinquency An analysis of the nature, causes, and extent of juvenile delinquency; and an evaluation of preventative programs (Spring, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 350)
Cultural
Anthropology Methods and theories of cultural anthropology; ethnographic study of divergent societies throughout the world (Spring, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 395)
Selected
Topics (Spring 2005, Undergraduate Research Applications Using SPSS) Selection of contemporary issues designed to provide the student with analysis of present trends and problems as they relate to the human experience (Offered on sufficient demand). |
| (SO 400) Theories
of Deviance A survey of the major explanations of deviance which have historically influenced both study and practice within the sociological tradition (Spring). |
| (SO 403)
Gerontology The primary focus is on the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging with an emphasis on community services available to the aging population. Also listed as NU 403 and WE 403 but creditable only in field for which registered (Fall, Spring). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 423) History
of Social Thought Theory and methodology in social thought from ancient times to the present (Fall, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment).). This course will be available via distance learning/internet during the Fall, '06 semester. |
| (SO 424)
Ethnic
and Minority Groups The cultural, ethnic, and racial groups in the United States and factors influencing minority groups (Spring). |
| (SO 428)
Modern
Sociological Theory A systematic analysis of trends and developments in sociological theory since the 1920's, with emphasis on current theory and its relationship to research (Spring). |
| (SO 430)
Law
and Society Analysis of the creation and functioning of law as an element of culture and how law, in its many cultural forms, affects the structure of social institutions and human behavior (Fall, even numbered years). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 442)
Social
Psychology The psychology of groups and their influences on the individual. Also listed as PY 442 but creditable only in the field for which registered (Spring, taught in Summer with sufficient enrollment). This course is available via distance learning/internet. |
| (SO 495)
Internship in Sociological Practice* The internship opportunity affords Sociology majors the opportunity to put concepts, theory and methods into practice through direct involvement with supervisory personnel in professional work environments related to Sociology. Internships involve 150 hours of direct contact work and must be completed during one regular semester or a regular summer term. Prerequisites: completion of general core curriculum, minimum cumulative GPA of 2.80; senior status as defined by hours completed (i.e., 96-128 credit hours); approval of the Sociology Department Chair (Fall, Spring, and 8 Week Summer Term). |
| (SO 499) Independent
Study-Practicum* Open to senior majors on approval of the department chair. Provides for independent study, research, or practical experiences under departmental determination, supervision, and evaluation (Fall, Spring, Summer). *There is no link to a syllabus for this course.
Students, with faculty approval, create their own course content and
structure. |
