SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (SS)

This course examines the field of sociology from a variety of theoretical perspectives. It introduces students to sociological terminology, theory, and research methods. Topics include culture and society, deviant behavior and social control, social change and social movements, and social stratification. (Formerly SSC 200.) 

Credits

5

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Discuss the relative contributions of biology and culture to human development.
3. Describe the functions of various social institutions, such as the family and education systems.
4. Describe the relationship between group solidarity and group conflict.
5. Discuss the causes and effects of social change.
6. Recognize the ethical problems that may arise in social research.
7. Discuss various explanations for social stratification.
8. Assess various theories of deviance and their potential for controlling deviant behavior.
9. Explain various social theories and methods of sociological research.