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+ Sociology
222
Williams Hall, 419-372-2294
Sociology
is the study of relations among individuals, relations
between individuals and society, and relations among
the systems and structures of society. A sociology
major is excellent preparation for many professions.
Learning
Outcomes
Upon
completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in
sociology are expected to:
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Apply a sociological perspective, built upon an
understanding of basic sociological constructs and
theories, to various areas of social life;
- Explicate
the diverse ways in which sociologists gather, interpret
and evaluate data;
- Articulate
sociologically informed opinions and arguments concerning
social and behavioral phenomena, and critically
read and understand sociological argument;
- Describe
the similarities and dissimilarities of behaviors,
attitudes, values, beliefs and opinions across populations
and subpopulations.
Major,
Bachelor of Arts—minor required
(32 hours)
- SOC
101, 368, 369
- SOC
301 or 302
Majors
and minors with specific career aspirations may
wish to concentrate course selections in one of
the following areas:
Criminology/Corrections—This
concentration studies the nature of criminal law,
the causes and consequences of criminal behavior
and the ways in which society deals with criminal
offenders. Criminology is excellent preparation
for careers in both the adult and juvenile justice
systems, including police departments, court systems,
and the probation and corrections networks within
each. Electives include, but are not limited to:
SOC
316, 319, 340, 341, 352, 441, 442, 443, 461
Family
and Social Services—This concentration
prepares students for careers in agencies responsible
for the planning, delivery and administration of
services and resources for the well-being of individuals
and families. Coursework provides a strong background
for management decisions which must reflect an understanding
of family dynamics—produced from social and
individual variables including gender, age, race
and class—and the interactions of those dynamics
with social institutions generally and human service
programs in particular. Electives include, but are
not limited to:
SOC
313, 316, 317, 319, 341, 361, 404, 417, 460, 461
Population
Studies—This concentration examines the composition
of human populations, communities and organizations
as they adapt to their environments. Basic issues emphasized
include the development of technical skills, family
relationships, and international population issues such
as immigration. The curriculum provides a breadth of
training for careers in business planning, labor-force
analysis and economic development. Population analysts
are employed in all levels of government and private
business. Electives include, but are not limited to:
SOC
312, 313, 316, 361, 404, 414, 418, 419, 420
Minor
in Sociology (20 hours)
A student minoring in sociology is strongly encouraged
to complete SOC 301 or 302, 368 and 369.
Internships
Any concentration may involve cooperative education
placements or internships which offer an opportunity
for students to work in settings where they
can apply their knowledge and learn more about
careers in their area of study, as well as cognate
courses in other departments.
Other
related areas
Students should consult the department's undergraduate
adviser for the planning of other concentrations (e.g.,
prelaw, social-science education) or for individual
planned programs.
Demographic
Studies Minor (21 hours)
The
interdisciplinary undergraduate minor Demographic Studies
provides students with rigorous training in the area
of population studies. This minor consists of 21 credit
hours. Three courses are required and four other courses
are electives to be selected from at least two of the
nine departments listed below. Note, however, that if
courses were used to satisfy the requirements of the
major then they may not be used to fulfill the requirements
of the minor.
- Three
Required Courses (9 hours)
SOC 312 (3)*, SOC 371 (3)** and SOC 420 (3)**.
- Four
Elective Courses from***: (12 hours)
- DHS
330 (3)
- ECON
200 (3),
- GEOG
312 (3), GEOG 321 (3), GEOG 325 (3), GEOG 337
(3), GEOG 422 (3), GEOG 424 (4), GEOG 425 (3),
GEOG 426 (3)
- GERO
301 (3), GERO 330 (3)
- LEGS
429 (3)
- MKT
300(3), MKT 320 (3)
- POLS
331 (3)
- PUBH
301 (3), PUBH 302 (3)
- SOC
313 (3), SOC 316 (3), SOC 361 (3), SOC 404 (3),
SOC 419 (3)
*
SOC 101 or its equivalent is a prerequisite for this
course.
** SOC 101, SOC 368 and 369 or their equivalents are
prerequisites for these courses.
*** To be selected from at least two of the nine areas.
Elective courses may also have prerequisites that
students should be aware of.
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Last modified 4/1/2005
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