Sociology Courses

SOC 1 - Principles of Sociology

3 units

The sociological perspective: scientific study of human interaction and society as a whole with emphasis on impact of groups on social behavior; systematic examination of culture and social organization, and methodology. 54 hours lecture.

• AA/AS GE. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0; IGETC: 4J; C-ID# SOCI 110.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: GR

SOC 3 - Cultural and Racial Minorities

3 units

Racial and ethnic relations in the United States. Examines the cultural, political, and economic practices and institutions that support or challenge racism, racial and ethnic inequalities, as well as patterns of interaction between various racial and ethnic groups. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C. 54 hours lecture.

• AA/AS GE. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0, D3; IGETC: 4J; C-ID# SOCI 150.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: OP

SOC 4 - Marriage and Family Relations

3 units

Sociological perspective of the family including mate selection, marital roles, marital adjustment, sexual adjustment, reproduction, child rearing, marital dissolution, and problems associated with the family in modern industrial society. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C. 54 hours lecture.

• AA/AS GE. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0, E; IGETC: 4J; C-ID# SOCI 130.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: GR

SOC 5 - Introduction to Global Studies

3 units

This course looks at the economic and political forces that have led to rapid changes in global interaction and culture over the past century, with special emphasis on the last twenty years. It explores the issues of nationalism, global citizenry, state violence, terrorism, the global economy, migration, the threatened environment, technology, and the role of multinational media industries on culture. Students who have completed, or are enrolled in, GS 1 may not receive credit. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C, ENG 1A with a minimum grade of C. 54 hours lecture.

• AA/AS GE. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D7; IGETC: 4G.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: GR

SOC 6 - Social Problems

3 units

An identifi cation and analysis of contemporary social problems including (1) the role of power and ideology in the defi nition of social problems, (2) their causes and consequences, (3) evaluations of proposed solutions, and (4) methods of intervention. Topics will vary. 54 hours lecture.

• Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0; IGETC: 4J; C-ID# SOCI 115.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: OP

SOC 7 - Sociology of Sexuality

3 units

This course looks at the social forces that infl uence, and are influenced by our construction of sexuality. Topics covered include: the social construction of the erotic, the creation of sexual identities, gender and sexuality, religion and sexuality, sexual commerce, and global issues such as birth control and STDs. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C. 54 hours lecture.

• Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: E.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: GR

SOC 11 - Sociology of Gender

3 units

This course examines the social construction of masculinity and femininity historically and cross-culturally. It analyzes the impact of economic and political change on gender expectations and practices. This class focus includes both macro-analysis of how institutions shape gender and microanalyses of how individuals "do" or practice gender. 54 hours lecture.

• Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0, D4; IGETC: 4J; C-ID# SOCI 140.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: OP

SOC 12 - Popular Culture

3 units

The course explores the historical, theoretical, political, and economic factors that influence the creation and diff usion of popular culture. It examines the impact of technological innovation and globalization on how popular culture is consumed and how this aff ects society. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C. 54 hours lecture.

• AA/AS GE. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0; IGETC: 4J.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: OP

SOC 13 - Research Methods

4 units

This course orients students to the methods of data collection and analysis used by sociologists. Instruction includes an overview of sociological theory, instruction on experimental methods, surveys, interviews, field research, participant observation, demographic methods, and comparative historical approaches. Prerequisite: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C. Strongly Recommended: MATH 40 with a minimum grade of C. 54 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory.

• AA/AS GE. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSU GE: D0; IGETC: 4J; C-ID# SOCI 120.
• Degree Applicable, Credit Grading Option: OP

SOC 29 - Independent Study, Sociology

0.5 - 2 units

For course information, see "Independent Studies". 27-108 hours laboratory.