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SOC109 - Contemporary Social Problems (3-0-3)

Students study contemporary American social problems from sociological perspectives. They discuss the nature, causes, and potential solutions to these problems by applying sociological analysis. Topics may vary and include poverty, culture, immigration, education, crime and deviance, health, and the economy. A service learning option may be available in some sections. (Fulfills Social Science requirement)

SOC110 - Sociology (3-0-3)

 This course is an introduction to fundamental theories and concepts of sociology. It examines various social institutions and probes multifaceted dimensions of social issues and events. It also explores collective behavior and social movements. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SOC120 - Society and Technological Change (3-0-3)

 This course is a study of the relationship between technology and society. It is an attempt to identify, analyze, and evaluate technology and its role in society. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SOC125 - American Justice System (3-0-3)

 This course covers the components of the justice system in American society. Although civil law will be discussed, the emphasis will be on the criminal justice system.The influence and pressures of changing social, political, technological, and economic factors on the agencies of justice will be studied. Much of the focus will compare ideals with realities of the system. Law enforcement, the courts, and correctional aspects will be examined. Prerequisite: ENGL110. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SOC135 - Women's Studies (3-0-3)

 This course offers an introduction to the fundamental concepts of women’s studies. The roles and contributions of women and the conditions that affect women’s lives are examined using an interdisciplinary approach. Students will discuss and debate theories of women’s inequality, paying close attention to gender, class, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, age and ability. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SOC210 - Changing American Family (3-0-3)

 This course examines the dynamics of relationships in transition and the changing family unit. It also explores social, medical, spiritual, financial and legal perspectives of relationships. It attempts to answer the question: Is marriage a legal technicality, a symbolic commitment and/or a measurement of maturity? Prerequisite: SOC109 or SOC110. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SOC245 - Disability Studies (3-0-3)

 This course is designed to introduce students to the range, issues, and effects of various disabilities across the life span and within the social world. Students will become familiar with different types of disabilities, to include intellectual, behavioral, physical, emotional, cognitive, communicative and sensory, and begin to understand how these different disabilities impact the lives of individuals and the persons with whom they have relationships at each different life stage. Attention will be drawn to the effects of gender, race and class on the personal and social experience of disability. Focus will also be on broader social issues affecting disability, to include law, economics and the history of disability in the United States and Western culture. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SOC250 - Multiculturalism (3-0-3)

This course is designed to introduce students to racial, ethnic, and other differences in people that may influence their norms, values, perceptions, and behaviors. Historical connections, as well as current issues related to race, ethnicities, and other minority groups are explored. Discussion increases awareness and understanding of other races, ethnicities, and different minority groups fostering tolerance and cooperation between the participants and the diverse populations of their home/school/work communities. Prerequisite: SOC 109 or SOC 110 with a grade of “C” or better. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)

SPAN110 - Spanish I (3-2-4)

 A fully integrated, introductory Spanish course for beginning Spanish students with little or no prior knowledge of Spanish whose learning objectives and needs are in any of the following categories: for Spanish language students, for business purposes, and for travelers. The emphasis is to develop a proficiency in basic communicative skills concentrating on the dynamic application of the living language taught through dialogue, phonetics, and vocabulary. A strong grammar foundation and other basic language skills are taught through actual phrases and sentences helping the student develop an instinctive sense of the correct usage. Language lab activities reinforce class content. These objectives will be achieved through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural appreciation. (Fulfills Foreign Language requirement.)

SPAN120 - Spanish II (3-2-4)

 A continuation of the introductory Spanish course for students who have had the equivalent of one year of high school Spanish or one semester of college Spanish. The course is designed for Spanish students whose learning objectives and needs are in any of the following categories: for Spanish language students, for business purposes and for travelers. The emphasis is to consolidate and reinforce the language skills acquired in Spanish I, or equivalent, and to continue building communicative skills and cultural competency. The course offers a comprehensive review of basic first term grammar structures, while developing proficiency and advancement in communicative skills concentrating on the dynamic application of the living language taught through dialogue, phonetics, and vocabulary. A strong grammar foundation and other essential language skills are taught through actual phrases and sentences, helping the student develop an instinctive sense of the correct usage. Language lab activities reinforce class content. These objectives will be achieved through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and culture. Prerequisite: SPAN110 or equivalent. (Fulfills Foreign Language requirement.)