Sociological analysis of social institutions, such as family, education, health care, the economy, and the state. Includes an examination of connections among institutions and their impact on patterns of inequality and individual outcomes. Examines the forces and dynamics behind social change, such as social movements, culture, economic forces, technologies, and the environment.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion students should be able to:
- Discuss the history of key social institutions.
- Analyze major social institutions and change using sociological concepts, theory, and research.
- Describe how the structure of institutions shapes patterns of social inequality.
- Discuss diversity of experiences that individuals have with institutions based on group membership, such as race and ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and social class.
- Describe how and why societies change over time.
- Participate as active community members demonstrating respect for diversity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Prerequisites
Equivalent placement test scores also accepted.
Recommended Prereq Courses
Additional Information
This course fulfills the following GE requirements: Social Sciences/ASOT-B, Social Sciences/AAS, Social Sciences/AGS, Social Sciences/AS, Social Sciences/AAOT.