2026-2027 Course Catalog

SOC1200 Introduction to Sociology

Introductory sociology will be presented in a systematic and scholarly way, while encouraging social insight and self-understanding, and emphasizing the application of sociological knowledge to everyday life. This course will explore the fundamental concepts of the science of sociology. Students will first investigate the sociological theories that attempt to explain societal and groups’ behaviors. Students will then examine various aspects related to society, all of which influence behavior, including: socialization, social structure, culture, social institutions, deviant behavior and various social variables and how they impact societal behavior. Students will investigate these important aspects of society and students will be asked to apply today’s issues to these topics and offer ideas to refine societal standards. Students will be able to demonstrate societal insight and self-understanding and be able to apply sociological aspects to today’s issues.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

None