WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Sociology
Course Descriptions |
SociologySociology is the systematic study of the group's impact on the individual and the individual's impact on the group. This perspective may be applied to life relations, in the family, at work, at school and elsewhere. Courses in Sociology as listed in the 2007-2008 WNC catalog. Back to the Sociology main page. | Courses |
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101 |
Principles of Sociology |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Explains sociological principles underlying the development, structure, and function of culture, society, human groups, personality formation and social change. |
| SOC |
102 |
Contemporary Social Issues |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Acquaints students with selected social problems, their causes and possible solutions. |
| SOC |
202 |
American Society |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Studies modern American society, its communities, and institutions. |
| SOC |
205 |
Ethnic Groups in Contemporary Societies |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: introductory course in one of the social sciences
See ANTH 205. |
| SOC |
210 |
Introduction to Statistical Methods |
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Credits: 4. Prerequisites: PSY 101 or SOC 101 & MATH 096 or consent of instructor
Offers a course in understanding statistical methods and training in the useful presentation and interpretation of behavioral science data, including elementary computer use. Same as PSY 210. |
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261 |
Introduction to Social Psychology |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: PSY 101 or SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Examines the social character of human behavior. |
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275 |
Introduction to Marriage & the Family |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Examines typical problems encountered in dating, courtship, marriage, and parenthood. |
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