WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Sociology 275 Course Description and Outline |
SOC 275: Introduction to Marriage & the Family
| Credits |
3 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Schedule History (See when this course was offered over the last 3 years) |
| Academic Discipline |
Sociology
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| Academic Division |
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service |
| Prerequisites |
SOC 101 or consent of instructor |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
2008-2009 | I : Catalog Course Description |
| Examines typical problems encountered in dating, courtship, marriage, and parenthood. |
| II : Course Objectives |
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Gain the factual sociological knowledge about the trends for the American family.
- Learn fundamental principles of causal factors for change, theories and generalizations.
- Apply course materials.
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| III : Course Linkage |
| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
Students will:
1. have college-level skills in reading, writing, and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.
2. have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.
3. have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.
4. understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world. |
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