| Course Code | Title & Description | Credits | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC 100 |
Principles of SociologyIn this course, students examine the foundation of sociology as the basis of group behavior in society. They will apply theories and concepts to explore culture, social interaction, social control, social inequality, as well as social change. Emphasis is placed on the connections between the social phenomena on a macro level and individual agency v... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SOC 202 |
CriminologyIn this course students examine the nature, location, and impact of crime by exploring a broad range of issues related to criminology. Topics include the historical foundations of crime, the theoretical underpinnings of criminality, how we measure criminal acts, and a critical analysis of public policies concerning crime control in society. Student... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SOC 205 |
Race and Ethnic RelationsIn this course, students examine the social and historical development of racial and ethnic stratification, and the legacy of inter-group conflict, racism and discrimination domestically and globally. Sociological approaches are used to critically analyze the complex nature of social, economic and power inequalities stemming from the intersection o... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SOC 207 |
Social ProblemsIn this course, students examine social problems that affect societies and the lives of the people who live in them. Emphasis is placed on a theoretical analysis of social problems as well as the historical and current events from which these social problems arise. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6 |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SOC 220 |
Group Dynamics and CounselingIn this course, students are introduced to using small groups to promote change. Group dynamics and developmental theory are studied in depth. Concepts such as norms, conformity, cohesion and patterns of interaction are covered. Problems such as scapegoating and triangulation are analyzed. The following competencies are taught: screening candidates... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SOC 225 |
Family Social WorkThis course introduces students to the theory and practice of home-based social work with families. Students will learn how to describe American families as social systems, how to describe the structure of a family and how to identify common patterns in family functioning. Common problems and special circumstances in family functioning will be addr... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SOC 250 |
Juvenile DelinquencyIn this course, students will focus on the developmental process of pre-adolescence and adolescence from a sociological and cultural viewpoint. The impact of the social environment and group forces that may lead to various behavioral disturbances are analyzed and related sociological principles are discussed. Effective strategies for working with y... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
Revised on February 5, 2026