SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology

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

The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student with the discipline of sociology as it applies to contemporary American society. This course provides an orientation to the student interested in social science or the helping professions. Among specific topics to be studied are: how the sociologist gathers information, the importance of culture and symbols, personality development, the changing structure of the family, social class and inequality, race and ethnicity, and deviant behavior. IAI Course No. S7 900
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 or Summer
General Education: Social Science, Human Relations