SOC 201: Introduction to Sociology
Citrus College Course Outline of Record
| Heading | Value |
|---|---|
| Effective Term: | Fall 2024 |
| Credits: | 3 |
| Total Contact Hours: | 54 |
| Lecture Hours : | 54 |
| Lab Hours: | 0 |
| Hours Arranged: | 0 |
| Outside of Class Hours: | 108 |
| Total Student Learning Hours: | 162 |
| Strongly Recommended: | ENGL 101. |
| District General Education: | D2. Behavioral Science |
| Transferable to CSU: | Yes |
| Transferable to UC: | Yes - Approved |
| Grading Method: | Standard Letter |
Catalog Course Description
An emphasis is placed on the study of the basic structure of human society, the main forces that hold groups together or weaken them, conditions that transform social life, and basic social concepts. 54 lecture hours.
Course Objectives
- identify the main forces that hold groups together or weaken them and how they affect the structure of human society
- Analyze the three major theories in Sociology and use them to discuss current issues or events happening in today's society.
- Identify the major components of culture in today's society and discuss their relationship to everyday life.
- identify primary and secondary groups and their importance in the study of our society
- Recognize structural inequality in society
- Identify components of deviant behavior
- Recognize social forces that can lead to deviant behavior.
- List structural components of poverty in America.
- Recognize differences between religions and cults.
Major Course Content
- The Sociological Perspective
- Culture
- Socialization
- Social Structure and Social Interaction
- Social Groups and Formal Organizations
- Deviance and Social Control
- Stratification
- Social Class in the United States
- Race and Ethnicity
- Gender and Age
- Politics and the Economy
- Marriage and Family
- Education and Religion
- Population and Urbanization
- Social Change
- Medicine and Health
- The Sociology of Human Sexuality
Suggested Reading Other Than Required Textbook
Henslin Textbook Website
Examples of Required Writing Assignments
The purpose of this paper assignment is to focus on a particular topic of interest and expand upon it. You will take an aspect of popular culture in the United States that is of interest to you. You will submit a paper of 3-4 pages in length on a topic of your choice. This will include a review of literature in any area of research of particular interest to you. A minimum of three (3) outside sources must be reviewed (meaning 3 sources besides your textbook). Each source should be analyzed from a critical perspective paying particular attention to the author’s main points.
This paper will include research findings about your topic, as well as a demonstration of your understanding of sociological concepts and theories. Incorporate what you have learned in class and from reading the text.
Examples of Outside Assignments
The purpose of this assignment is to give you practice in conducting internet research on a given topic.
Choose one of the three theories discussed in your book and do an internet search for student papers written on that theory. Read at least three "student written" papers, and answer the following questions.
1. What new information have you gained by reading these papers? List and be specific.
2. Did the students write in a way that was more understandable to your way of thinking? How?
3. Give a brief explanation of your particular theory.
4. Please cite your sources for the information you obtained.
1. What new information have you gained by reading these papers? List and be specific.
2. Did the students write in a way that was more understandable to your way of thinking? How?
3. Give a brief explanation of your particular theory.
4. Please cite your sources for the information you obtained.
Instruction Type(s)
Lecture, Online Education Lecture
IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences
4J. Sociology & Criminology