111 General Sociology I 3 Cr. Hrs.
A critical analysis of dynamics between human
behavior and society through the use
of the scientific method and data analysis.
Topics will include culture, socialization,
the nature of groups, deviance and social
inequalities.

112 General Sociology II 3 Cr. Hrs.
Analysis of contemporary American society,
focusing on the social institutions of
family, education, religion, government,
economics, collective behavior, social
change, population and urbanization.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111

114 Courtship & Marriage 3 Cr. Hrs.
Courtship, dating, and marriage; realities
surrounding affectional relationships and
marital conflict. Budget planning, buying
insurance, writing a will, and purchasing
a home. Divorce, remarriage and stepparenthood.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

115 Today’s Changing Family 4 Cr. Hrs.
The developmental stages of the family
life cycle from the childless couple
through death or divorce, family issues
and problems.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

117 Popular Culture 3 Cr. Hrs.
Exploration of popular culture in the last
half of this century with projected trends;
examination of influence of popular
culture on the development of a unique
American society and culture through
media, music, sports, entertainment.

118 Appalachian Families 3 Cr. Hrs.
A critical examination of the Appalachian
experience from the 1700s through the
present day with emphasis
on the Appalachian
family (both rural and urban) as a
varied and complex social system.

119 Diversity in Appalachia 3 Cr. Hrs.
Examination of the diverse populations
within the Appalachian region. Historical
and current overview of the significant
social, political, intellectual, cultural, and
educational themes impacting the diversity
of rural and urban Appalachia.
120 General Sociology 5 Cr. Hrs.
Analysis of contemporary American
society with review of major sociological
theories, research methods,
culture, socialization,
groups, social structure, social
institutions, deviancy, social inequalities,
social processes, and social change. Not
open to students with SOC 111.

125 Drug Implications 3 Cr. Hrs.
Use, misuse and abuse of the most
common drugs, emphasizing
extent, effects,
prevention and treatment.
130 Family Violence 3 Cr. Hrs.
The nature of family violence: child abuse,
abuse of elderly parents,
sexual abuse, incest,
marital rape, marital violence, effects
of family violence, and societal reactions
to family violence. Also offered as LEP
130; students may enroll in either course,
but not both.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

145 Comparing Cultures 3 Cr. Hrs.
Cultural anthropology, including cultural
evolution, similarities and differences
among world cultures, comparative
analysis of family organization, religious
beliefs, educational systems, economics
and governmental systems.

160 Social Patterns in Aging 3 Cr. Hrs.
Orientation to the biological, sociological,
and psychological dimensions of the aging
process, and society’s response to its older
members and their social problems.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

205 Social Problems 4 Cr. Hrs.
Causes, treatment and prevention of such
societal problems as
mental illness, inadequate
health care, alcohol and drug abuse,
violence, crime, delinquency, inequality,
aging, family breakdown and environmental
concerns.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

208 Sociology of American Cities
3 Cr. Hrs.
Evolution and growth of cities, emphasizing
affluence and poverty, racial and ethnic
pluralism, physical and moral decay of
inner cities, and their effects on urban
residents.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

209 Futuristics: Life Experiences in the
Future 3 Cr. Hrs.
Future trends regarding scientific, technological,
and social developments that will
change lifestyles; emphasis on exploring a
variety of “possible futures” and ways in
which individuals produce or influence
future direction.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

210 Rural Communities 3 Cr. Hrs.
Examines the significance of rural communities
in American history, and seeks
to develop an appreciation for its diversity
and complexity. Analyzes the drastic
economic transition occurring in rural
America today and the social impact of
these changes on the individuals, families,
and communities.

214 Applied Population Demography
3 Cr. Hrs.
Introduction to the study of human populations
and the process that governs their
change, fertility, migration and mortality.
Application of demographic data to social
and economic issues through computer applications
for demographic research.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

215 Cultural Diversity 4 Cr. Hrs.
Exploration of American diversity in terms
of the dynamics of intergroup relations
from past to present. Groups included
in the exploration: racial, ethnic, social
class, gender, religious, age, disability, and
sexual preference.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

216 Human Sexuality 3 Cr. Hrs.
The interrelatedness of the
biological, psychological,
religious and sociological factors
in influencing attitudes toward sexuality.

217 Human Sexuality II 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course focuses on male and female
anatomy, physiology, conception, contraception,
sexually transmitted diseases and
sexual violence.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 216

225 Juvenile Delinquency 3 Cr. Hrs.
Extent, theories, treatment and prevention
of juvenile delinquency.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

226 Criminology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Nature and extent of conventional, organized,
and white collar crime in modern
society, contibuting causes, and methods
used in control.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

227 Probation & Parole 3 Cr. Hrs.
Techniques of case management
of probationers
and parolers, focusing on legal
precedents, pre-sentence investigation,
researches abnormal criminal personality
types and approaches in working with
such persons.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 226

235 African-American Family 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course presents a critical and analytical
examination of the African-American
experience in white America from the
early 1600s up through today. The course’s
central theme is viewing the African-
American family as a varied and complex
social system within the African-American
community, which is in
turn highly interdependent
with the wider multicultural
American community.

240 Controversial Social Issues
3 Cr. Hrs.
This course will address itself to a critical
analysis of opposing viewpoints which
surround some of today’s most hotly debated,
controversial, and explosive social
issues as abortion, prayer in school, nuclear
deterrence, etc.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 111 or SOC 120

270 Sociology Internship
R 1 - 12 Cr. Hrs.
Involvement in a field related experience
outside the classroom setting, in which the
learning outcomes and the form of evaluation
will be determined by the supervising
sociology instructor.

295 Independent Study Sociology
R 1 - 3 Cr. Hrs.
Examines social conditions, problems, and
issues which are of interest to the student
under the directions of a faculty member.
May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit
hours.

297 Special Topics in Sociology
R 1 - 6 Cr. Hrs.
Studies selected topics related to current
American social issues, trends, or problems.
These topics may be offered through
regular class schedules, television,
newspaper, or mini-workshops.