Sociology

SOC 101: Introduction to Sociology

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in SOC 101H.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course offers a thorough study of human society and social phenomena. It is guided by sociology's basic principle that people's lives are affected not only by individual characteristics but also by their place in the social world. The course emphasizes the connections among human relationships, social institutions, and social organizations, which allow students to evaluate themselves, and the world around them, more analytically and critically.

SOC 101H: Introduction to Sociology (Honors)

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in SOC 101.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC Credit limitation
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course offers a thorough study of human society and social phenomena. It is guided by sociology's basic principle that people's lives are affected not only by individual characteristics, but also by their place in the social world. The course emphasizes the connections among human relationships, social institutions, and social organizations, which allow students to evaluate themselves, and the world around them, more analytically and critically. As an honors course, it provides an enhanced experience for motivated students through exigent course work and readings, a seminar format, enriched and in-depth analysis of social issues, and application of higher-level critical thinking skills. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for SOC 101 or SOC 101H.

SOC 102: Contemporary Social Problems

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

Analysis of social problems in a diverse society with emphasis on economic, racial and gender inequality, crime, poverty, the family, education, health care, and others. Evaluation of causes, consequences, and solutions to the problems of our society.

SOC 103: Social Psychology

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in PSYC 103.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

Social psychology examines the influence that society, contexts, groups, and others have on individuals. This course emphasizes the sociological and psychological factors in socialization, self-concept, interpersonal relationships, and group dynamics. The course pays special attention to social cognition, attitudes, social influence, language, and cross-cultural differences in social psychology.

SOC 104: Statistics for Behavioral Science

Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 64 or qualification through the Math Competency Exam or approved equivalent.
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in BTEC 180, BIO 180, PSYC 104, or SOC 104.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC Credit limitation
Lecture 4 hours. (2208.00)

This course introduces statistical methods for analyzing data in the behavioral sciences. Topics include basic research design; descriptive statistics, probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference and power; linear correlation and regression; t-test and one-way analysis of variance; chi-square. Students use appropriate technology (e.g., calculators and SPSS) to analyze real-world data and report results using American Psychological Association style. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for BIO 180/BTEC 180, MATH 103, or PSYC 104/SOC 104.

SOC 105: Introduction to Justice Studies

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ADM 105.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC Credit limitation
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

An introduction to the interdisciplinary field of justice studies. Explores social, economic, and criminal justice issues by means of sociological, philosophical, and legal perspectives and methodologies. Students will critically assess the obstacles and opportunities central to the pursuit of justice in the United States and abroad. Topics of analysis may include formal legal systems, institutionalization of injustice, environmental justice, and genocide. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for ADM 100/ADM 100H or ADM 105/SOC 105.

SOC 110: Comparative Cultures

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course compares and contrasts a variety of cultures from around the world, past and present. It focuses on social structure, social institutions, values, beliefs, norms, and customs from multiple perspectives. The course also uses multiple theoretical perspectives to examine the similarities and differences among cultures, relevant subcultures, and/or regional communities in relationship to education, family, economics, religion, and politics, the status of women and men, ideologies, history, and current events.

SOC 120: Introduction to Women's Studies

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course introduces students to women's studies through sociological theories, concepts, and sociological research. The course examines the status and roles of women in social institutions, social organizations, and social classes. It compares and contrasts similarities and differences in women's experiences based on race and ethnic groups, different cultures, and subcultures. It is guided by sociology's emphases on cultural relativism, diversity, and the effects of inequality. Topics include institutional discrimination, gender socialization, sexuality, varied cultural influences, feminism, and regional, national, and global perspectives on women's rights.

SOC 145: Psychology/Sociology of the Family

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in PSYC 145.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course examines the family as a social institution and applies sociological and psychological theories and concepts to couples, intimate relationships, marriage, and families. These theories and concepts provide frameworks for examining love, sexuality, and commitment and for identifying problems and adjustments for couples and family relationships. The course also studies changing models of the family, historical perspectives, cross-cultural comparisons, and the influences of changes in contemporary society affecting family life. Topics include partner selection, becoming parents, communication, family and work, family crises, divorce, aging, and issues linked to social class and living in a diverse society.

SOC 205: Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences

Units: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or SOC 101; and PSYC 104 or SOC 104; and ENGL 100.
Corequisite: PSYC 104 or SOC 104 (for students with MATH 103 credit).
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in PSYC 205.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course introduces research methodologies used in the behavioral sciences. It emphasizes an appreciation of the scientific method, the development of research skills, knowledge of research ethics, and the evaluation of scientific research. Students conduct library research, design and implement research projects using appropriate methodologies and controls, analyze and interpret data using a statistical computer program, and write research reports using APA format. Students with MATH 103 may take PSYC 104 or SOC 104 concurrently with Research Methods.

SOC 207: Race and Ethnic Relations

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours. (2208.00)

This course provides a systematic examination of how race and ethnic relations are affected by the concepts of power, prejudice, ethnocentrism, and racism. It connects historical oppression to current racial and ethnic dynamics in the United States. The course also studies factors involved in establishing, sustaining, and changing systems of racial and ethnic inequality and how they are connected to class and gender.

SOC 292: Internship Studies

Units: 0.5-3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit.
Enrollment Limitation: Instructor, dept chair, and Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU

This course provides students the opportunity to apply the theories and techniques of their discipline in an internship position in a professional setting under the instruction of a faculty-mentor and site supervisor. It introduces students to aspects of the roles and responsibilities of professionals employed in the field of study. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students must develop new learning objectives and/or intern at a new site upon each repetition. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance.

SOC 298: Directed Study in Sociology

Units: 1-3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Instructor and department chair approval and successful completion of 12 units of college work with at least a 3.0 grade-point average.
Repeatability Rule: May be taken for a total of 3 units.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Laboratory 3 hours
Laboratory 6 hours
Laboratory 9 hours. (2208.00)

This course allows students to pursue a special area of interest in order to achieve specific goals beyond the scope of existing courses within the discipline. Students work independently and interact directly with an instructor on an individual basis and as prescribed by the Directed Study Agreement.

SOC 299: Occupational Cooperative Work Experience

Units: 1-4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit.
Enrollment Limitation: Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU

Cooperative Work Experience is intended for students who are employed in a job directly related to their major. It allows such students the opportunity to apply the theories and skills of their discipline to their position and to undertake new responsibilities and learn new skills at work. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance.