SOC 161 -
Introduction to Sociology (3 Credits)
This course provides a theoretical and practical foundation
for applying the sociological perspective to one's daily life. It is
designed to acquaint the student with some of the major concepts,
theories, and research findings of sociology. Among the topics considered
are culture, social structure, the self, collective behavior, deviance,
bureaucracy, and social institutions such as the family, government,
education, religion, and the economy.
SOC 253 - The American Family
(3 Credits)
The history, changes, and modern roles of the family will be the
study of this class. The past three hundred years will be evaluated, as
well as the changing function of the American family. (One-week
seminar format)
Prerequisite: SOC 161 or consent of the instructor.
SOC 257 - Marriage and Family
(3 Credits)
This course is a sociological and psychological investigation
into the institution of marriage; its historical development, social
issues and perspectives as well as alternatives.
Prerequisite: SOC 161 or consent of
instructor.
SOC 258 - Social Geography (3
Credits)
A look at the world, its various regions and resources, and how
people and politics are influenced by geography will be the major
subject matter of this seminar. (One-week seminar format)
Prerequisite: SOC 161 or consent of the instructor.
SOC 259 - Social Change (3
credits)
This course will emphasize the alteration of social interactions,
institutions, stratification systems, and elements of culture over
time. We will examine changes in our own culture as well as global
changes. This course will attempt to bring together knowledge of our
social, political and economic world; where we are, how we got here, and
where we are going.
SOC 276 - Current Topics in Sociology
(3 credits)
This course is
designed to keep students on the cutting edge of social trends and
is less historic in approach. The most current of social topics
will be presented for discussion to assist students in understanding
the factors influencing social interaction in American society
today. Those topics will be related to culture, social controls,
roles in transition, social stratification, institutions, social
change, and future.
Prerequisites are:
PSY 160 or
SOC 161 or consent of the instructor.
SOC 304 - Gender, Society, and
Work (3 Credits)
This course provides an in-depth review of the research
concerning the role of gender in the workplace. Viewed from a historical,
psychological, and sociological perspective, the course will discuss
biological differences, workplace behaviors, and legal aspects of gender
employment. Not "for women only," this course will analyze the
male role and reactions in the workplace.
Prerequisite: SOC 161 or consent of
instructor.
SOC 306 - Modern Media and
Society (3 Credits)
This course will present an examination of the current role
of modern media and its relationship to society today. Emphasis
will be on a particular type of media per night. Changing roles,
rules, and relationships will be examined. The interaction between
the media and business, government and the individual will be discussed
with cases such as Enron and Exxon being used as examples. Lately,
the emergence of "Public Relations" as an important mode of corporate
communication as well as "the spin" will be examined. Students will be
required to cite and write about a particular case in media relations.
(One-week seminar format)
Prerequisite: SOC 161 or
PSY 160.
SOC 307 - Ethics and Society
(3 Credits)
This course will present modern ethical considerations and
expectations in American society. Various areas will be explored such as
family, school, business, and daily life. (One-week seminar format)
Prerequisite: SOC 161 or consent of the instructor.
SOC 308 -
Business and Society
(3
Credits)
This purpose of this class is to provide students with a reasonable
approach to the role of business in American society. The policies and
practices of Business Management have broad social consequences. It is
important that students in the business world realize the effects of
business policy on the society as a whole. The areas of consumerism,
ecology, government, regulation, and the like will also be examined.
The point of view will be that of management rather than from the
worker's perspective.
Prerequisite: PSY 160 or SOC
161 or consent of instructor.
SOC 309 - The Sociology of
Work (3 Credits)
An analysis of the division of labor in contemporary American
society. Historical trends are reviewed. Blue collar, clerical,
technical-professional, management, semi-professional, and professional
work will be examined in detail, with particular attention given to work
in the corporation. Among the major issues considered are work
satisfaction, alienation, union membership, rationalization, and power and
opportunity.
Prerequisite: PSY 160 or SOC
161 or consent of instructor.
SOC 310 - American Social
Issues (3 Credits)
This course examines the major social problems afflicting
American society. Contemporary social issues will be examined in light of
their causes, their consequences, the population affected, and their
possible remedies. Special attention will be paid to those social problems
which are of local concern.
Prerequisite: PSY 160 or SOC
161 or consent of instructor.
SOC 345 - Social Science
Research (3 Credits)
An introduction to the field of research methods as they
apply to marketing research. The course covers such topics as choosing a
research problem, selecting an appropriate research design, data
collection, questionnaire construction, data reduction and analysis, and
research management. In order to develop the student's capability to
conduct research, the course incorporates several exercises and projects
that provide the students with a realistic understanding of the research
process. This course aims to teach the basic techniques and also provide
practice in conducting exploratory research.
Prerequisites: MKT 305, STA
326
