SCC Course Catalog
Sociology (SOC)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Contact / Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC | 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3/3 |
This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies.
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
| Prefix | Number | Title | Contact / Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC | 213 | Sociology of the Family | 3/3 |
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.
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
| Prefix | Number | Title | Contact / Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC | 220 | Social Problems | 3/3 |
This course provides an in-depth study of current social problems. Emphasis is placed on causes, consequences, and possible solutions to problems associated with families, schools, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, define, analyze, and propose solutions to these problems.
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
| Prefix | Number | Title | Contact / Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC | 225 | Social Diversity | 3/3 |
This course provides a comparison of diverse roles, interests, opportunities, contributions, and experiences in social life. Topics include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, and religion. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze how cultural and ethnic differences evolve and how they affect personality development, values, and tolerance.
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
| Prefix | Number | Title | Contact / Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC | 232 | Social Context of Aging | 3/3 |
This course provides an overview of the social implications of the aging process. Emphasis is placed on the roles of older adults within families, work and economics, politics, religion, education, and health care. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze changing perceptions, diverse lifestyles, and social and cultural realities of older adults.
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none