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Welcome to the Department of SociologyDivision Dean, Daniel Tesar
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| SOC | 101 F | Introduction to Sociology (3) or Honors Introduction to Sociology, SOC 101 HF |
| SOC | 102 F | Social Problems (3) |
| SOSC | 120 F | Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4) |
Restricted Electives (9 Units)
| SOC | 133 F | Introduction to Gerontology (3) |
| SOC | 199 F | Independent Study (1) |
| SOC | 201F | Dying and Death (3) |
| SOC | 225 F | Sociology of Women (3) or Honors Sociology of Women, SOC 225 HF |
| SOC | 275 F | Marriage and Family (3) or Honors Marriage and Family, SOC 275 HF |
| SOC | 277 F | Sociology of Religion (3) or Honors Sociology of Religion, SOC 277 HF |
| SOC | 285 F | Drugs and Society (3) |
| SOC | 292 F | Introduction to Criminology (3) |
| SOC | 299 F | Independent Study (1) |
Courses
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course introduces concepts,
theories and vocabulary associated with the field of sociology.
The major sociological perspectives are explored surrounding: social
control, social interaction, social differentiation, and social
institutions. The processes of social change are understood in the
context of collective human behavior. This course fulfills
the Multicultural Education Requirement for graduation. (CSU); (UC)
(Degree credit)
SOC 101HF Honors Introduction to Sociology (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course introduces concepts, theories and vocabulary associated with the field of sociology. The major sociological perspectives are explored surrounding: social control, social interaction, social differentiation, and social institutions. The processes of social change are understood in the context of collective human behavior. Fulfills the Multicultural Education Requirement for graduation. As an Honors section, this class will employ enhanced teaching methods such as a seminar approach, more research-based writing assignments, and assignments calling for a higher level of critical thinking. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC, MULT CULT REQ
SOC 102 Social Problems (3)
This course includes identification and analysis of selected
contemporary social problems in American society and around the
world, including problems of overpopulation, environmental destruction,
war, race, poverty, sex inequality, aging, drug abuse, health, crime
and violence. Alternative approaches to the resolution of these
problems and identification of institutions and organizations involved in
the resolution of these problems are emphasized. This course fulfills the
Multicultural Education Requirement for graduation. (CSU) (UC)
(Degree credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC, MULT CULT REQ
SOC 133 Introduction to Gerontology (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course is a multidisciplinary review of
the characteristics, strengths and problems of older persons. Exploration includes
basic theories, concepts, demographic trends, cross-cultural aspects, social policies,
political and economic issues. Emphasis upon available services for
older adults. The course will focus on various care settings, including the
familial caregiver level. Education for careers in gerontology will
be highlighted. (CSU) (Degree credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC.
SOC 199 Sociology Independent Study (1-1-1-1)
This course
is offered for students who wish to increase their knowledge of
the Social Sciences through individual study. Students successfully completing this course will be awarded
elective credit in the Social Sciences area. Course may be taken
four times for credit. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation depending upon
course content) (Degree credit)
SOC 201 F Dying and Death (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course includes various perspectives on death, both cross-cultural and historical. Examines beliefs, traditions, rituals and practices surrounding death in American society; health care systems (the hospital and the dying patient, hospice, etc.); death and the process of dying; bioethics — dying in the technology age; euthanasia suicide, funerals, grief and bereavement; the law and death, including living wills, organ donation, and autopsies; also life after death — old and new meanings. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
SOC 225 Sociology of Women (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course includes
identification and analysis of the status of women in American
society, and a survey of the cultural, social, psychological and economic
history of women. Contemporary issues and their relation to the
role definition of women today are explored. (CSU) (UC ) (Degree credit)
SOC 225 HF Honors Sociology of Women (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course is a woman-centered introduction to the study of gender in the United States. It emphasizes knowledge gained from research in the various social sciences and the discussions of issues are both theoretical and practical. Topics are issues that impact the lives of women today, including: women’s health, sexuality, relationships, employment, and familial roles. As an Honors section, this class will employ enhanced teaching methods such as a seminar approach, more research based writing assignments, and assignments calling for a higher level of critical thinking. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
SOC 275 Marriage and the Family (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course is a study of human relationships in anticipation of, preparation for, and participation in
marriage. Consideration is given to the social, psychological, biological, religious, and cultural factors which make for success or
failure in family relationships. Includes study of courtship, dating, mate selection, engagement, marital adjustment, parenthood and the
developing family. (CSU) (UC) (Degree credit)
SOC 275 HF Honors Marriage and Family (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course is a
sociological exploration of the topics related to the institutions of
marriage and family. These topics include: gender roles, love, single
hood, courtship, marriage, domestic partnerships, communication,
sexuality, parenting, conflict, domestic violence, economics, divorce,
step-families, diversity in families (historically and cross-culturally)
and future family trends. As an Honors section, this class will employ
enhanced teaching methods such as a seminar approach, more research
based writing assignments, and assignments calling for a higher level of
critical thinking. (CSU) (UC)(Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
SOC 285 F Drugs and Society (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course introduces
concepts, theories and perspectives associated with the sociological
analysis of drugs and alcohol. The definitions of various types of drug
use, as well as drug abuse, and drug dependence will be addressed. The
pharmacological perspective will also be explained, including the
factors that influence drug action and the classification of
psychoactive drugs and their effects. Legal drugs, such as alcohol,
tobacco, and psychotherapeutic drugs will be discussed and analyzed
using the sociological perspective. (UC) (CSU) (Degree Credit) AA GE,
CSU GE, IGETC,
SOC 292 F Introduction to Criminology (3)
Three hours lecture per week. This course is a study of theories of crimes and criminal behavior, including an explanation of crime, its causes, and how crime is measured. Major sociological and social science theories will be explored surrounding the issues of crime and criminal behavior. (CSU) (UC) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
SOC 299 Sociology Independent Study (1-1-1-1)
This course
is offered for students who wish to increase their knowledge of
the Social Sciences through individual study.. Students successfully completing this course will be awarded
elective credit in the Social Sciences area. Course may be taken
four times for credit. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation depending upon
course content) (Degree credit)
Location
Fullerton College
Department of Sociology
321 E. Chapman Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92832-2095
Telephone: (714) 992 -7011
Email: sociology@fullcoll.edu