SOC 103 - Marriage and the Family

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0

This course examines the family as a social institution in modern America. The course will enable the student to recognize and scrutinize his/her personal values toward marriage and family life. Topics to be considered include discussions of the concept of love, choosing a mate, marital communications, dealing with marital conflict, parenting, sexual behavior and responsibility, and divorce. Students planning to transfer this course toward a bachelor’s degree can expect it to be accepted by most four-year colleges as an elective rather than as applicable toward a major in sociology. Degree or Certificate: AA, AS, AFA, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1) IAI Course No. S7 902
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AA, AS, AFA, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)

Offered: Fall or Spring
General Education: Social Science