SOCIOLOGY/ARCHAEOLOGY (SOC/ARC)
College
of Liberal Studies
Department
Chair: Jac Bulk
435A
Wimberly Hall, 608-785-8457
e-mail:
bulk.jac@uwlax.edu
Professors: Bendiksen, Bilby, Bulk,
Cox, Gallagher, Gedicks, Lloyd, Smith, S., Theler, Zollweg; Associate
Professor: Vogt; Assistant Professors: Delgado, Gongaware,
McAndrews, Miller, C.; Lecturer: Rodell.
Sociology
majors and minors may earn credit by examination for SOC 200, Sociological
Foundations. The examination is made up of a multiple choice component and an
essay component; each component is graded separately, and to earn credit by
examination, students must earn a “C” on both components. For more information,
contact the department chair.
(All
colleges, excluding Teacher Certification programs) — 36 credits, including
SOC
200, 302 or any four 300 or 400 level sociology courses, 350, 390 or 395, and
any one of the following four courses: 402, 405, 480 or 499. The remaining 21
credits will consist of sociology electives to be selected in consultation with
a faculty adviser in sociology. Up to six credits in anthropology may be
included in the sociology major if taken at the 200-level or above.
Anthropology credits applied to the sociology major cannot be applied to the
anthropology minor or archaeological studies major. To declare a major in
sociology, in the College of Liberal Studies, a student must have completed 15
credits and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.30.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 36 credits, including SOC 200, 302 or any four 300 or
400 level sociology courses, 350, 390 or 395, and at least one course from each
of the following areas:
A. Social organization and processes: SOC 212, 216, 240, 260,
310, 311, 315, 370, 411, 412, 420
B. Social psychology: SOC 325, 330, 334
(or CST 250 or PSY 343), 335, 336
C. Comparative sociology and
anthropology: SOC 225, 480 or any course
in anthropology
D. Social problems and social change: SOC 120, 313, 314, 320,
321, 322, 324, 326, 340, 422, 429, 475
E. Remaining electives may be selected from any of the
course offerings in sociology. Up to six credits in anthropology may be applied
toward the sociology major. Anthropology credits applied to the sociology major
cannot be applied to the anthropology minor or archaeological studies major.
GEO 200, EFN 200 and C-I 381 are statutory/administrative code in the major.
(All
colleges, excluding Teacher Certification programs) — Undergraduate students
may declare their major as pre-archaeological studies majors. Only those
students who have been admitted to the program are classified as archaeological
studies majors. Admission to the major is limited and based upon the following
minimal requirements.
Entrance
requirements:
A. Prior to application for the major, the following
archaeology courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 3.00: ARC 200,
ARC/HIS 204, and one other 200-level ARC course
B. An overall GPA of 2.50 for all
university work completed
C. Completion of 32 credits
D. Completion of the Archaeological
Studies Major application form
Major
requirements:
A. Required courses: ARC 200, 402, 499,
ARC/HIS 204
B. Six credits (at least two courses) from: ARC 205, 265,
275, 310, 404, 409, 433, 455, 498/598, ARC/ANT 285, 353, 399, ARC/HIS 331, 332, 340, 365, 366, ARC/INS 350
C. Six credits (at least two courses) from: ARC 403, 435,
445, 450, 498/598, ANT/ARC 334, 399, GEO/ESC 250, 323, 343, 345, 390, 426
D. Nine credits (at least three courses) from: ANT 203, 250,
342, 343, 350, 352, 355, 409, 444, 499, ARC/ANT 304, 305, 399, 410, ANT/SOC
300, 354
Anthropology
credits applied to the archaeological studies major may not be applied to the
anthropology minor or the sociology major or minor.
The
archaeology program recently initiated an Honors Program. This program is not
to be confused with University Honors which is a separate entity — you can
receive Honors Credit in Archaeology only by taking the program in our
department.
We
strongly urge you to consider participating in the Archaeology Honors Program.
Its successful completion is listed as a permanent part of your official
transcript. It is a fine and important addition to your vitae when you seek a
graduate school or a job.
I. Admission
A. Junior Standing
B. 12 credits completed in the archaeology major
C. 3.50 cumulative grade point in the archaeology major
D. A 3.25 cumulative grade point average overall
E. Recommendation of two faculty members in the archaeology
program
submitted to the archaeology/anthropology section head
II. Program
A. One upper division writing emphasis course in the major
B. At least one of the following, both are recommended:
—ARC 403 Laboratory
Methods in Archaeology (3 cr.) offered every other fall, opposite
ARC 455
—ARC 455 Research Methods in Archaeology (3 cr.)
offered every other spring, following ARC 403
C. At least one of the following, both are recommended:
—ARC 433 The
History of Archaeology (3 cr.)
—ARC 455 Archaeological
Theory (3 cr.) offered every other fall, opposite ARC 403
III. Evaluation
A. A grade point average of 3.50 in the archaeology major at
graduation
B. Submission and acceptance of a thesis in ARC 499, as
specified in the senior project/thesis guidelines
C. Presentation of a paper from ARC 499 to a colloquium of
faculty and students in the major
(All
colleges, excluding Teacher Certification programs) — 21 credits, including
SOC
200, and electives in sociology. Up to six credits in anthropology may be
included in the sociology minor if taken at the 200-level and above.
Anthropology credits applied to the sociology major or minor cannot be applied
to the anthropology minor or archeological studies major.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 22 credits, including SOC 200, 395, one course from
SOC 212, 216, 310, 311, 314, 315, 411; one course from SOC 120, 225, 320, 321,
322, 326 and 340; either SOC 330 or 334 (or CST 250 or PSY 343); and one course
from anthropology if taken at the 200 level or above. Anthropology credits
applied to the sociology minor cannot be applied to the anthropology minor or
archaeological studies major. GEO 200, EFN 200 and C-I 381 are
statutory/administrative code requirements that must be taken in addition to
the courses in the minor.
(All
colleges, excluding Teacher Certification programs) — 21 credits, including ANT
101, 202, and electives in anthropology. Up to nine credits in archaeology
and/or six credits in sociology above the 100 level may be applied.
Anthropology credits applied to the archaeology major, the sociology major or
the sociology minor may not be applied to the anthropology minor.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 22 credits, including ANT 101, 202, 350 and SOC 225.
The remaining credits may be selected from the following: ANT 250, 300, 331,
343, 355; 400 and 410 and ARC 205. (GEO 200, EFN 200 and C-I 381 are
statutory/administrative code requirements that must be taken in addition to
the courses in the minor.) Up to nine credits in archaeology and/or six credits
in sociology above the 100 level may be applied. Archaeology majors may not
count the nine required elective hours in anthropology toward the anthropology
minor.
(All
colleges) — 21 credits, including SOC 324; six credits from: SOC 313, 321, 322,
SOC 330 or PSY 341, SOC 325, 326, 429; six credits from: POL 211, 221, 222,
306, 311, 326, 373, 374; three credits from: GEO/ESC 481, PHL 201, 337, PSY
304, 311, 330, PSY 341 or SOC 330, PSY 417, 426, W-S 320; the remaining three
credits are elective credits and may be selected from any of the courses listed
above, or three credits from SOC 451. Note: A maximum of three credits may be
counted toward the fulfillment of the criminal justice minor and another major,
minor or emphasis.
(Secondary
Education) — See description of this broadfield major on p. 74.
Honors
Program is designed to stimulate and acknowledge work of greater depth, breadth
and originality by students whose interest and resources make them eligible for
this voluntary program.
I. Admission
A. Junior
standing
B. Twelve
credits in the major
C. A
3.50 grade point average in the major
D. A
3.25 cumulative grade point average overall
E. Recommendation
of two faculty members in the major submitted
to the chair
II. Program
A. Completion of the regular major program
B. SOC 410
III. Evaluation
A. A 3.50 grade point average in the major at graduation
B. Presentation of paper from SOC 410 to a colloquium of
faculty and students in the major
C. A grade of “A” or “B” in SOC 410
SOCIOLOGY (SOC)
+ above a course number indicates a General Education course.
+
The
Social World
An
analysis of the complex relationship between society, the individual and the
physical environment. It examines such questions as: how social patterns
develop and persist over time; how the individual is shaped by social, cultural
and environmental factors; why societies are constantly changing; and how
individuals, through social interaction, shape their social world.
Cross-cultural comparisons will be emphasized, showing how society and the
physical environment affect the life choices of individuals.
+
SOC 120 Cr.
3
Social
Problems
Social
analysis, critical thinking, and problem solving are introduced as basic social
science skills. These skills are applied to major contemporary social problems
related to deviant behavior, social inequality, social change, and problems
associated with major societal institutions. A variety of individual and
collective responses and social policy strategies at local, national, and
international levels are examined.
SOC 200 Cr.
3
This
course focuses on: (1) the key concepts and perspectives that form the core of
sociology as a social science; and (2) the use of sociological ideas and
evidence to analyze and explain social events and processes at both
macro-social and micro-social levels. This course is required for sociology
majors and minors; students should take this course as soon as possible after
declaring a sociology major or minor, or if they are considering sociology as a
major or minor.
+
SOC 202 Cr.
3
Contemporary
Global Issues
This
course will offer a contemporary multi-disciplinary perspective regarding the
major issues and trends confronting the Global Society as it enters the 21st
century. Emphasis will be given to a critical review and assessment of the
origin and present condition of the plethora of situations and problems
affecting modern Global Society. The student will also learn to critically
evaluate current and future events. The course will incorporate the views and
approaches of the following disciplines: sociology/anthropology, economics,
geography, political science and history. (Cross-listed with
ANT/ECO/GEO/POL/HIS 202; may only earn credit in one department.)
SOC 212 Cr.
3
An investigation
into the many facets of love and how marriage and family experiences typically
alter the nature of marital intimacy. The social construction of our sexual
identities is also explored as well as the significance of this process to our
quality of life. The major course emphasis is given to understanding the
contemporary institutions of marriage and family, and the changes that these
institutions are now experiencing.
SOC 216 Cr.
3
Society
and Schools
A
social analysis and review of research on the school as a learning environment,
a social organization and a societal institution. Specific topics include
classroom interaction, school social climate, social inequalities in the
schools, and selected educational controversies.
+
SOC 225 Cr.
3
An
investigation into the social dynamics shaping racial and ethnic minority
experience in America. Processes of prejudice formation and prejudice reduction
are discussed. The nature of institutional discrimination and institutional
racism is analyzed in proper socio-historical context. Minority group
achievements and legacies are emphasized. Contemporary issues and assessment of
minority group progress in America are vigorously
examined.
SOC 240 Cr.
3
Sociology
of Sport and Leisure
An
investigation of the interrelationship between sports/leisure time activities
and society’s social structure; its institutions and culture. Special emphasis
is on the role social structure plays in the formation of values and attitudes
related to sports and leisure time activities.
Aging:
Sociological Perspectives
This
course explores the myths and realities of aging as individual, social and
cultural processes. A major emphasis addresses contemporary issues which
confront the public and the aged in the U.S. The issue areas include family
relationships, work and retirement, income, leisure, living arrangements, and
political participation. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC/ANT
300 Cr.
3
Problems
of Developing Nations
An
examination of problems in human adaptation in developing countries. The
discipline of human systems ecology is presented and used to examine issues of
human adaptation in Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200, or SOC/ANT 202. (Cross-listed with ANT;
may only earn credit in SOC or ANT.)
SOC 302 Cr.
3
Sociological
Analysis
This
course is intended to build upon SOC 200, Sociological Foundations, to enhance the
conceptual, quantitative and communication skills of sociology students.
Students will gain experience at using sociological concepts and theories to
analyze selected social issues, be introduced to basic data collection and
analysis techniques, gain a detailed familiarity with library resources most
useful to sociological inquiry, and learn how to compose a sociological
research report. To develop these sociological analysis skills, an emphasis
will be placed on providing students with writing experiences in all aspects of
the course. Sociology majors should
take this course as soon as possible after completing SOC 200. Prerequisite:
SOC 200.
Sociology
of Development and Social Change
This
course examines three areas related to social change and development. First is
a survey and evaluation of the theories explaining social change and
social/economic development as they are applied to underdeveloped nations.
Second is an examination of the social/economic problems confronted by underdeveloped
countries and the solutions to those problems these countries have used. Third
is an evaluation of international development programs. Prerequisite: SOC 110
or 120 or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC/HIS
308 Cr.
3
An
exploration of the nature and history of society, focusing on the individual,
family, and community. From a global perspective, the purpose of the course is
to seek an understanding of American society and the historical context of
contemporary concerns about individual character, family life, and community
relations. (Cross-listed with HIS; may only earn credit in SOC or HIS.)
SOC 310 Cr.
3
Social
Stratification
The
nature, study, theories and types of social stratification systems are examined
along with the forces contributing to their maintenance and disruption.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC 311 Cr.
3
Rural
and Urban Sociology
Basic
sociological concepts and principles are applied to life in rural vs. urban
communities. Focus will be on the political economy, the culture, and social
problems of rural people in comparison to urban people. Prerequisite: SOC 110
or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 313 Cr.
3
Law
and Society
Analysis
of the origins and functions of law in society. The focus of the course will be
upon modern American society and the relationship of law to social change and
its impact upon such concerns as civil rights, environmental protection,
sex-role differentiation, treatment of handicapped and the mentally ill.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC 314 Cr.
3
An
analysis of the process of industrialization and the consequences that it holds
for individuals, their interpersonal relations and their society. An examination
of the rationale underlying capitalistic industrial growth and the social
consequences this growth has for social stability and conflict. Prerequisite:
SOC 110 or 120 or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC 315 Cr.
3
Religion
and Society
Explores
the social and cultural context in which religion functions; the effects of
religion upon behavior and attitudes; the social organization of denominations,
sects, cults and movements; the relationships between religion and other social
institutions; religion and social inequality; social change and the future of
religion. Special attention is given to world religions and ethical and public
policy issues concerning religion, society, and the individual. Prerequisite:
SOC 110 or 120 or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC 317 Cr.
3
Sociology
of Film
Examines
the industrial and social structure of the film industry, the role of film
entertainment in the culture of Western societies and the kinds of social
situations portrayed on screen. The course will also examine the appeals of
film from the point of view of aesthetics, film theory and popular culture. The
focus of the course is upon film as a partial social system influenced by the
values of society and influencing changes in the dominant culture. Exemplary
films from Hollywood, from foreign countries and from independent documentary
film makers will be shown throughout the course. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120
or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC 320 Cr.
3
Population
Problems
Population
and human ecology. Numbers, composition, distribution, migration, growth,
and
quality of population groups; social, economic and political effects of
population changes. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200, or ANT 101.
SOC 321 Cr.
3
Delinquency
Juvenile
delinquency as a problem for society. Analysis of causes, prevention, and
treatment. Public policy implications of the melioration of this social
problem. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 322 Cr.
3
An
overview of the sociological study of crime with emphasis on the etiology of
criminal behavior in terms of sociological theories. The classification of
crime. Societal impact on our understanding of crime and criminals.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 324 Cr.
3
An
overview of the United States Criminal Justice system. Issues relating to
crime, the administration of justice, the police, courts, and correctional
systems are explored. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 325 Cr.
3
Sociology
of Mental Illness
An examination
of mental health and illness, and mental health care systems in the U.S. and
other industrialized and non-industrialized societies, including: the processes
involved in identifying and recruiting patients into the mental health care
system; a social analysis of psychotherapy, including talk therapies,
medications, electro-convulsive treatment and psychosurgery; and social
organization of mental hospitals and of community mental health centers;
socio-legal issues related to mental illness; and a review and synthesis of
social psychological and sociological theories relevant to understanding mental
health and illness. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101 or PSY 100.
SOC 326 Cr.
3
Society
and Drugs
This
course will analyze the nature, current use, historical and cultural patterns,
approaches to treatment, and identification of use patterns of psychoactive
drugs. As a sociology course, it will be critical of what we believe and what
we uncritically accept as objective fact about drugs. The course is designed to
provide knowledge of how societies define drugs and drug use as problems and
come to view them as problems, to offer an approach to understanding the nature
and patterns of drug use and abuse, to understand programs and policies attempting
to control drugs and drug usage, to understand prevention approaches and what
does and does not work, and to evaluate and better understand treatment
approaches. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
Environmental
Sociology
Environmental
Sociology provides a framework for understanding the role of
physical-biological factors in shaping social structures and behaviors as well
as the impact of social organization and social change on the natural
environment. This course will focus on the conflicts between the logic of
economic growth and the realities of both the global environment and social
justice within and between societies.
SOC 330 Cr.
3
Social
Psychology
Social
psychology from a sociological perspective. Primary attention is given to
social behavior and communication patterns in terms of their genesis and change
in the context of social groups and social relationships. May be taken in lieu
of PSY 341. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or
ANT
101.
Sociology
of Small Groups
An
introduction to the understanding and interpreting of human behavior in small
groups. The focus of the course will be to provide students with some
analytical tools to understand the social dynamics of small groups as well as
the techniques for improving the interpersonal effectiveness of the student in
small group situations. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101. May
only earn credit in SOC 334 or CST 250 or PSY 343.
SOC 335 Cr.
3
Collective
Behavior
A
systematic study of social processes which emerge in unstructured social
situations; principles of behavior as expressed in crowds, mobs, panics, fads,
fashions, social movements, personal organization and behavior in unstructured
social situations. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 336 Cr.
3
Socialization
and Identity
Analysis
of socialization as a lifelong process in which individual identity is
influenced by the changing demands of the social and cultural environment.
Special attention is given to identity changes in adulthood, which might result
from major status transitions, occupational socialization, social stress
situations, resocialization in total institutions, and participation in
religious movements. Prerequisites: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 340 Cr.
3
Bioethics
and Society
A
sociological examination of medical/ethical decision-making that includes an
analysis of psycho-social aspects of patient care and public policy in medical ethics.
Approaches to medical ethics are reviewed in terms of a case-based ethical
problem-solving model that includes sociological and demographic factors. The
course may be team-taught with colleagues in medical bioethics and will include
the social sources of bioethics, social organization of bioethics in health
care, and bioethical case studies. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT
101 or PHL 100. May only earn credit in SOC 340 or PHL 339.
SOC 350 Cr.
3
Sociological
Research
An
overview of the methods and analytical techniques utilized in the scientific
investigation of social phenomena and consideration of their applicability and
limitations.The laboratory portion of this course requires student application
of various research techniques as well as computer-assisted data analysis.
Lect. 2, Lab. 2. Prerequisite:
SOC
302.
SOC/ANT
354 Cr.
3
Peoples
and Cultures of Latin America
An
examination of the peoples and cultures of Latin America from prehistoric times
to the present. This survey course will introduce the student to the prehistory
of Mesoamerica and the Andes, colonial Latin America, and modern Latin America.
Among the important issues discussed are the impact of the Spanish Conquest,
the rise of the modern state, the development of the various cultures of Latin
America, revolutionary movements, urbanization, gender, religion, and art and
literature. Prerequisite: ANT/ECO/GEO/POL/ SOC/HIS 202. (Cross-listed with ANT;
may only earn credit in SOC or ANT.)
SOC/ANT
360 Cr.
3
Social
Response to Natural Disaster
A
survey of social responses to natural disasters in industrial, modernizing and
traditional societies. Social responses to each phase of the disaster process
include pre-disaster social structures, warning systems, impact and immediate
post-impact, the emergency period and recovery processes. International
disaster relief responses are also considered. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or
200 or ANT 101. (Cross-listed with ANT; may only earn credit in SOC or ANT.)
SOC 370 Cr.
3
Sociology
of Gender
Explores
the social construction, variation and consequences of gender categories across
time and space. Examines how gender identities are developed and how gender
structures our experiences in education, work, families, the media and other
institutions. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 390 Cr.
3
Early
Sociological Theory
Critical
survey of scholars who contributed to the rise of scientific sociology,
focusing on the historical circumstances, the personalities and the ideas of the
prominent early sociologists prior to the mid-twentieth century. Particular
attention is given to August Comte, Herbert Spencer, Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim,
Max Weber, George Herbert Mead, and C. Wright Mills. Prerequisite: SOC 302.
Offered Sem. II.
SOC 395 Cr.
3
Modern
sociological theories at the macro- and micro-levels are summarized, compared
and applied. Macro-level theories include social evolution, general systems, functionalist,
and social conflict theories. Micro-level theories include interaction, self,
role, phenomenological, exchange, rational choice, and interaction ritual
theories. The linkage of micro- and macro-level theory in sociology is
addressed in network and organizational theories. Selected concepts and
perspectives are applied in sociological practice projects. Prerequisite: SOC
302. Offered Sem. I.
SOC/ANT/ARC
399 Cr.
2-3
Sociological
Forum
Investigation
of areas and topics of current social interest ranging from local and regional
to state and national issues. Repeatable for credit — maximum 6. (Cross-listed
with ANT and ARC; may only earn 6 credits total in SOC, ANT and ARC.)
Departmental option for Pass/Fail grading.
SOC 402 Cr.
3
Clinical
Sociology Careers
The
practice of utilizing sociological perspectives in clinical sociology involves
analysis, design, and implementation of positive social change at any level of
social organization from micro to macro. A problem-solving frame guides
discussions of intervention skills, practical research, and ethical
decision-making in sociological practice careers. Assistance is provided in
forming a career focus and practicing clinical sociology skills useful in
internships, graduate study, and the search for sociological practice
employment upon graduation. Prerequisite: SOC 350; 390 or 395. Offered Sem. I.
SOC 405 Cr.
3
Applied
Sociology
The
application of sociology through applied social research begins with social and
organizational problems and applies the quantitative and qualitative research
methods of sociology in order to provide understanding, perspective, and a
sense of direction to decision-makers. Techniques of research design, data
collection, and data analysis are presented and practiced with examples such as
needs assessments, program evaluations, social impact analysis, and social
policy analysis. Prerequisite: SOC 350; 390 or 395. Offered Sem. II.
SOC 409 Cr.
2-3
Readings
and Research in Sociology
Directed
readings or research under the supervision of an instructor. Prerequisites:
consent
of supervising instructor and junior standing. Repeatable for credit — maximum
6.
Sociology
Honors Project
The
development and completion of an honors research project under the supervision
of a faculty member. Open only to students who have been accepted into the
Sociology Honors Program. Registration by consent of instructor.
SOC 411 Cr.
3
Social
Power and Social Control
An
analysis of the origins, distribution, and uses of power in human societies.
Study of intra- and inter-societal conflict and political change. The nature of
cultural techniques of social control and their limitations. A specific and
detailed analysis of power and social control in contemporary American society.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101 and one other course in
sociology.
SOC 412 Cr.
3
The
nature of social organization in communities, organization for planning and methods
used, and the relation of the community to the larger social organizations.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
SOC 420 Cr.
3
Health
Care and Illness
A
survey of the social organization of medical professions, socialization of
personnel, sick role dynamics, social construction of illness, lay referral
networks, political factors in health care delivery, and problems of various
age groups and families in coping with illness in several societies.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101.
Death,
Grief and Bereavement
A
study of the interaction of individuals and families coping with dying and
death in various social settings including hospitals, nursing homes, hospices. Topics
include psycho-social aspects of grief and mourning, sociological dimensions of
bereavement, and various rituals of funeralization in the U.S. and other
societies. Special attention is given to case studies and medical/ethical
decision-making at the end of life, as well as other aspects of the social
organization of death, dying and bereavement. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or
200 or ANT 101.
SOC 429 Cr.
3
Personal,
social and cultural systems that generate atypical forms of social
action/reaction can be subsumed under a sociology of deviance. This course
should offer the student further study of the “problems” courses — delinquency,
criminology, population, corrections, etc. Prerequisites: SOC 110 or 120 or 200
or ANT 101 and one other sociology course.
SOC 450 Cr.
3-15
An
academically relevant field experience for majors and minors in
sociology/anthropology. The field experience will be supervised by the
sociology/anthropology staff. Prerequisites: SOC 200, junior standing with an
overall GPA of at least 2.50. No more than six credits may be applied to a
major in sociology and no more than three credits toward a sociology minor or
an anthropology minor. Repeatable for credit — maximum 15. Pass/Fail grading.
SOC 451 Cr.
3
Internship
in Criminal Justice
An
academically relevant field experience for minors in criminal justice.
Prerequisites: SOC 324 and junior standing. Open only to criminal justice
minors. Pass/Fail grading.
SOC 475/575 Cr.
1-3
Intensive
short-term study of a problem area in terms of applied sociology framework. The
workshops would focus on integration of the latest social science findings and their
application to problem-solving in various institutional and community settings.
Prerequisite: SOC 110 or 120 or 200 or ANT 101. Repeatable for credit — maximum
6.
SOC/ANT
480 Cr.
3
Comparative
Sociology/Anthropology
Cross-cultural
and cross-national study of basic institutions, including family, education,
crime and political economy. Macro-sociological theories and comparative
methodology are discussed. The main course objective is that students develop
an understanding of the consequences of living in a global society.
Prerequisites: SOC 350; 390 or 395. (Cross-listed with ANT; may only earn
credit in SOC or ANT.)
SOC 499 Cr.
2-3
Seminar
in Sociology
Intensive
study of some specific area or problem of sociology. Admission by consent of
instructor. Prerequisites: SOC 350; 390 or 395. Repeatable for credit — maximum
6.