| SOC-1 Introduction to Sociology |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC) | |
| An introduction to the discipline of sociology including major theories, concepts and methods in the study of society. It includes social structure, social interaction, culture, social groups, social stratification, social deviance, social change, and social policy implications. |
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| SOC-10 Family and Intimate Relationships |
| CSU | (3 units LEC) | |
| An examination of changing family forms, particularly in the United States, including marriage, cohabitation, single-parent and extended families. This course will include an examination of gender roles, sexual expression, parenting, ethnicity, domestic violence, communication, divorce and remarriage. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-2 Social Problems |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC) | |
| Course includes the identification and analysis of social problems from a sociological perspective. It includes the application of sociological concepts and theory to the analysis of social problems. Differing problem solving approaches will be examined. |
| Note: The sociological perspective challenges many common culture laden beliefs and perspectives. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-3 Human Sexuality |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC) | |
| A comprehensive introduction to the study of sexuality. Psychosocial, biological, public health and public policy aspects of sexuality is emphasized. The approach is both academic and self-help problem solving. |
| Note: Important that minor students understand this is a course oriented to adults and adult sexuality. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-33 Death and Dying: Transition/Growth |
| CSU | (3 units LEC) | |
| A cultural, psychosocial, medical, spiritual examination of the process of dying. The focus is on American society with a multicultural approach. Topics include: definitions of death, euthanasia, suicide, stages of dying, children and death, bereavement, and the funeral industry. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-34 Introduction to Social Work |
| CSU | (3 units LEC) | |
| An introduction to the central ideas, values and methods of social work practice, studied from the historical background and contemporary fields of service. The generalist method of social work will be introduced and human diversity will be emphasized. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-38 Field Placement Seminar I |
| CSU | (2 units LEC) | |
| A focused exploration of case studies utilizing social work theory, emphasizing the development of social work skills, the principles of agency organization, and the nature of community social needs and problems. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
| Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in SOC-34 Corequisite: SOC-42 |
| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-42 Supervised Occupational Work Experience I |
| CSU | (1.5 units LAB) | |
| A supervised work experience at a local community or campus social service agency providing the opportunity for; the integration of social work theory, developing hands on skills, understanding agency organization, and creating a knowledge base regarding community social need and problems. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. The student, with assistance from the instructor, is responsible for locating and arranging for the contracts with the agency to complete the 113 hours. |
| Prerequisite: SOC-34 |
| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-5 Introduction to Race and Ethnic Relations |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC) | |
| An examination of race and ethnic relations in American society especially in relationship to the dominant culture. A comparative sociological and historical approach will be used to examine the experiences of U.S. minority groups from colonial times to present. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| SOC-9 Introduction to Women’s Studies |
| CSU | (3 units LEC) | |
| Introduction to fundamental concepts and necessary tools of analysis, using a feminist framework, in the study of women; with focus on understanding institutions, social and political practices, and cultural representations that shape women’s lives in American society; how women have both participated in as well as resisted these very structures; and, how gender oppression intersects with oppression based on class, race, sexuality, age, and disability. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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