SOC 206 Social Problems and Issues
Examination of social problems with particular focus upon U.S. society. Sociological perspectives on definition, description, and analysis of contemporary and recurrent problems in industrialized societies. Investigation of causes and consequences of social problems are considered in societal context.
Prerequisite
Recommended: College-level reading (
RD 120 Critical Thinking) and writing skills (WR 090 The Write Course).
Offered
Offered Winter & Spring only
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAS Human Relations, Cultural Literacy AAOT/AAS, AAOT Social Sciences, AS Difference, Power & Discrim, AGS Social Science, AS Liberal Arts Core 4,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Understanding the role of modern social institution. Exam culture, ethnic racial and gender inequalities in society. Critical analysis of sociological theories on family, religion, politics, economics, and education. Exploring local social institutions.