Sociology Courses
SOC 1 —Introduction to Sociology
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 110)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
Systematic study of human relations and social structures emphasizing the interaction between personality, culture and society. Special consideration is given to an understanding of group behavior, personality formation, social organization, and social change.
SOC 1H —Introduction to Sociology - Honors
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 110)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program
Systematic study of human relations and social structures emphasizing the interaction between personality, culture, and society. Special consideration is given to an understanding of group behavior, personality formation, social organization, and social change. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 1 and SOC 1H.
SOC 2 —Contemporary Social Problems
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 115)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
Sociological principles and concepts as applied in the understanding of social problems. Special emphasis on the analysis of social values, social organization, role, status and stress, and also on the study of controversial public issues that arise in contemporary American society. Students will be encouraged to evaluate and discuss both the theoretical and practical approaches to social problems.
SOC 2H —Contemporary Social Problems - Honors
Lecture: 54
SOC 4 —Introduction to Gerontology
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
The characteristics, life circumstances, and problems of people as they progress through life. Emphasizes theoretical perspectives on the process of aging and the adjustment to aging. Covers sociological factors and social institutions that affect individuals as they move through the life course.
SOC 5 —Introduction to Criminology
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 160)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
A scientific analysis of the nature, extent, and causes of violations of societal rules of behavior that are formally defined as crime and delinquency. Includes an analysis of the theoretical perspectives of the sociology of deviance on the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on society.
SOC 5H —Introduction to Criminology- Honors
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 160)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program
A scientific analysis of the nature, extent, and causes of violations of societal rules of behavior that are formally defined as crime and delinquency. Includes an analysis of the theoretical perspectives of the sociology of deviance on the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on society. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 5 and SOC 5H.
SOC 7 —Religion, Culture, and Change
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54
A sociological exploration of religion as a social institution. Focus is on the influence that religion has on society and examines themes of race, class, gender, and media.
SOC 12 —Introduction to Research Methods in the Social Sciences
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 120)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: (SOC 1 or SOC 1H) and (SOC 23 or PSYC 10 or MATH 110 or MATH 110H or MATH 110S) and Eligibility for ENGL 68
Students examine fundamental elements of empirical research and the ways in which sociologists gather, evaluate, and critique social data. Includes attention to the nature of theory, hypotheses, variables, and ethics of research. Application of qualitative and quantitative analytic tools, including logic and research design, such as survey, observational, experimental, case study, and comparative historical research. Computer applications recommended.
SOC 14 —Marriage and the Family
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 130)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
Sociological functions of dating, engagement, weddings, marriage, and the family. Focuses on influences and theories of mate selection, love, and interpersonal attraction. Covers trends and changes in marriage, the family, and gender roles. Explores different types of families and family patterns.
SOC 14H —Marriage and the Family- Honors
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 130)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Honors Program.
Sociological functions of dating, engagement, weddings, marriage, and the family. Focuses on influences and theories of mate selection, love, and interpersonal attraction. Covers trends and changes in marriage, the family, and gender roles. Explores different types of families and family patterns. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 14 and SOC 14H.
SOC 15 —Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
Explores childhood and adolescence in various historical and social contexts. Examines the relationship between child development and agents of socialization, such as, education, mass media, family, peers, government, religion, etc.
SOC 20 —Introduction to Race and Ethnicity
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 150)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
Ethnic and racial groups in the U.S. and social factors leading to prejudice, discrimination, and stereotypes. Four major ethnic groups (Blacks, Asians, Native Americans, and Latinos) examined with emphasis placed on historical experiences, contemporary circumstances and future trends. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience.
SOC 20H —Introduction to Race and Ethnicity- Honors
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 150)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program
Ethnic and racial groups in the U.S. and social factors leading to prejudice, discrimination, and stereotypes. Four major ethnic groups (Blacks, Asians, Native Americans, and Latinos) examined with emphasis placed on historical experiences, contemporary circumstances, and future trends. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 20 and SOC 20H.
SOC 23 —Introduction to Statistics in Sociology and Social Sciences
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 125)
UC Credit Limitation
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: (SOC 1 or SOC 1H) and eligibility for MATH 110
Basic statistical methods and analyses commonly used in sociological research. Topics include descriptive and inferential statistics usually include levels and types of measurement; measures of central tendency and dispersion; normal, t, and chi-square distributions; probability and hypothesis testing; correlation and regression. Computers and calculators will be utilized. Data sets will be problems from the various social sciences.
SOC 36—Pacific Islands' and Asian American Communities
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54
A socio-cultural study of Pacific Islanders and Asian Americans that includes race, class, and gender. Explores the contemporary experiences of peoples originating in the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Asia. Emphasizes social structure, social change, and offers a theoretical framework for analysis.
SOC 40 — Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 140)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program
Sociological analysis of the social construction of gender, masculinity, and femininity historically and cross-culturally. Examines the debates on sex and gender. It analyzes the impact of economic and political change on gender expectations and practices. This course focuses on macro-analyses of how institutions shape gender and microanalyses of how individuals are socialized and how they practice gender.
SOC 40H — Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles - Honors
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SOCI 140)
Lecture: 54
Advisory: SOC 1 OR SOC 1H (taken prior or concurrently), and eligibility for ENGL 1A (taken prior or concurrently)
Sociological analysis of the social construction of gender, masculinity, and femininity historically and cross-culturally. Examines the debates on sex and gender. It analyzes the impact of economic and political change on gender expectations and practices. This course focuses on macro-analyses of how institutions shape gender and microanalyses of how individuals are socialized and how they practice gender. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 40 and SOC 40H.
Social Justice Studies Course Offerings
SOC 110—Introduction to Social Justice
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SJS 110)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
Intersectional study of minority groups in the United States such as race, ethnicity, gender, class, religion, sexuality, and other marginalized groups. Examines social justice movements in relation to minority groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socio-economic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups.
SOC 130—Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SJS 130)
Lecture: 54
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68
This introductory course examines a broad range of contemporary gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues in various contexts including bio-medical, sociological, political, racial, and sexual.
