+ Sociology
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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 (32 hours) — minor
required — click 
for 2010-2011 course requirements
Majors
and minors with specific career aspirations
(including Honors in Sociology) 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
3160, 3190, 3400, 3410, 4410, 4420, 4430, 4610
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
3130, 3160, 3170, 3190, 3410, 3610, 4040, 4170,
4600, 4610
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
3120, 3130, 3160, 3610, 4040, 4140, 4190, 4200
Minor
in Sociology (20 hours)
A student minoring in sociology is strongly
encouraged to complete SOC 3010, 3020,
3680, and 3690.
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
advisor 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.
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Three
Required Courses (9 hours)
- SOC
3120 (3)*, SOC
3710 (3)** and SOC
4200 (3)**.
- Four
Elective Courses from***: (12 hours)
- DHS
3300 (3)
- ECON
2000 (3)
- GEOG
3120 (3), GEOG 3210 (3), GEOG 3250 (3), GEOG
3370 (3), GEOG 4220 (3), GEOG 4240 (4), GEOG
4250 (3), GEOG 4260 (3)
- GERO
3010 (3), GERO 3300 (3)
- LEGS
4290 (3)
- MKT
3000 (3), MKT 3200 (3)
- POLS
3310 (3)
- PUBH
3010 (3), PUBH 3020 (3)
- SOC
3130 (3), SOC 3160 (3), SOC 3610 (3), SOC
4040 (3), SOC 4190 (3)
*SOC
1010 or its equivalent is a prerequisite
for this course.
**SOC
1010, SOC
3680, and SOC
3690 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
of which students should be aware.
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