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SOCI 1313 Principles of Sociology
Prerequisite(s): None.
A study of the nature of social relations, social institutions, and social processes, and of the products of these relationships. The nature of culture, communications, socialization, mobility, social control and other sociological concepts are considered. It is strongly recommended that this course be taken prior to all other sociology courses.
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SOCI 2301 Introductory Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1305 or higher.
The course provides an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, correlation, probability, and regression-with applications in behavioral sciences. (Offered also as PSYC 2301.).
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SOCI 3303 Research Methods
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 2303, SOCI 2301, SOCW 2325.
Research Methods is designed to introduce students to basic research techniques, methods and field experiences in the social and behavioral sciences. The course emphasizes how researchers collect and analyze information from the conception of a scientific question to the analysis and interpretation of data. Students will gain practical exposure to current literature, field observation techniques, interview and survey strategies. The approach of this course is designed to provide students with analytical skills and experiences with both qualitative and quantitative orientations to research. (Offered also as PSYC 3303.).
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SOCI 3327 Criminology
Prerequisite(s): None.
This course critically examines contemporary social issues related to social norms, norm violations, and social sanctions. Specifically the content of the course will address crime and violence, juvenile delinquency, and the criminal justice system.
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SOCI 4373 The American Family
Prerequisite(s): None.
An in-depth examination of current research related to the family as a dynamic component of American culture. Recent trends reflected in research data will be carefully examined within the context of sociological theory. Selected concepts and theories of the institutions of marriage and the family and factors and forces of society which impact on self-understanding, relationships, human development, life cycles, mate selection, alternative life styles, feminine and masculine roles, marital adjustments, parenting, and family crises will be addressed.
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