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2024-2025 Undergraduate Academic Catalog-June [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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SOC 1001 - Foundations of Sociology

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course provides an introductory exploration of the multi-faceted discipline of sociology, the study of individual and group processes, patterns and social systems, and their effects on individuals, organizations, and society. The course emphasizes the fundamental theories of sociology, encouraging students to critically examine familiar worlds from new perspectives. Topics covered include culture and media; socioeconomic inequalities; deviance and crime; research methods and research ethics; and inequalities of race, ethnicity and gender. Through this course, the student should gain an increased understanding of the field of sociology, an enhanced ability to think critically, and the ability to apply sociological principles to everyday life.
Prereq: None
Note: Students choose between Exhibit Curiosity or Embrace Diversity.
This course meets the following Raider Core CLO Requirement: Exhibit Curiosity, Embrace Diversity
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Explain basic knowledge of the major theories and principles of sociology
  • Exhibit an understanding of and apply the principles of sociological inquiry to one’s own culture and society, and to changes taking place in the world
  • Articulate a greater understanding and appreciation of, and respect for, human diversity
  • Exhibit an increasing objectivity and openness toward the needs of society as a whole, and better understand the social determinants of human behavior
  • Critically evaluate current issues in the field of sociology
  • Demonstrate an understanding of sociological information through written and oral communication skills
Prerequisites by Topic
  • None
Course Topics
  • Sociology and its methods of research
  • Culture and media
  • Socialization and social interaction
  • Groups, networks, and organizations
  • Deviance, crime, and social control
  • Stratification (U.S. and world) and social class
  • Gender, sex, and sexuality
  • Race and ethnicity
  • Health and medicine
  • Marriage and family
  • Education, science, and technology
  • Government and politics
  • Work and economy
  • Population, urbanization, and environment
  • Collective action, social movements, and social change
Coordinator
Dr. Jan Fertig


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