SOC 102 - Contemporary Social Problems

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

The goal of this course is to focus the student’s attention on problems and to provide a basis for thinking sociologically about those problems. The course is designed for the social science major as well as the student who wants a greater understanding of our complex society. Among the topics to be covered are the concept of a social problem, poverty and inequality, the changing family, crime and delinquency, the abuse of alcohol and drugs, and social regulation of sexual behavior. IAI Course No. S7 901
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AA, AS, AFA, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)

Offered: Spring
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101
General Education: Social Science, Human Relations