20-21 Bacone College Academic Catalog
24. 2020-2021 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
24.43. SOC - SOCIOLOGY
SOC 1113 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 Hours |
This course is designed to give a general survey of the field of sociology and its newer developments as well as to acquaint the student with the theory and fundamental process of the subject.
SOC 2113 |
Social Problems |
3 Hours |
A study of the prominent social problems present in the world. Special emphasis is placed on American society and on comparing and contrasting different cultural value systems and their approaches to social problems.
SOC 2213 |
Introduction to Social Work |
3 Hours |
An introduction to the profession of social work, including its purpose, systems of social welfare (e.g. child welfare, corrections, family services, mental health) and methods.
SOC 2223 |
The Family |
3 Hours |
A course dealing with family-life education. The study of human relationships including marriage, individual adjustment, family adjustment, children in the home and values in democratic community living.
SOC 2231-2253 |
Special Studies in Sociology |
1-3 Hours |
A variety of course offerings providing the opportunity for the student to study designated topics and problems in sociology. Offered when warranted by student interest.
SOC 2333 |
Social Psychology |
3 Hours |
This course examines the major theoretical and research traditions in social psychology, including behaviorism, social exchange theory, symbolic interactionism, attribution theory, expectation states theory, cognitive dissonance theory, role theory, group dynamics and norm formation, social power and influence, emergence of group structures and inequalities, and socialization processes.
SOC 3103 |
Family, Schools, and Community |
3 Hours |
This course focuses on developing knowledge and understanding of the importance and role of families, schools, and communities in the lives of children and the implications for practice in working with children birth through age eight. The course will also focus on developing skills in the application of knowledge in the field.