Sociology (SOCY)
SOCY 151G, INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY 3 (3)
This introductory course is the study of human behavior in society. Its primary focus is on the influence of social relationships on people's attitudes and behavior, and on how societies are established and changed. Some of the topics covered are culture, deviance, the family, globalization, social inequality, the mass media, ethnic and race relations, socialization, religion, research methods, and organizations. Social Sciences Core Course. (OT 36, TAG)
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO4, GEO7, GEO8
Typically Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring Semesters
SOCY 155G, INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGY 3 (3)
This course introduces the student to Anthropological Archaeology - the study of past human culture using material remains from an urban perspective. Course emphasizes obtaining goals of archaeological research through: survey, excavation, artifact analysis and interpretation. This course provides a basic understanding of how we learn about ancient societies and how this teaches us about ourselves. This course is cross listed with ARCH 155G and URBS 155G Introduction to Archaeology. (OT 36, TAG)
General Education: GEO2, GEO3, GEO4, GEO8
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Semesters
SOCY 161G, INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3 (3)
This course explores the diversity of human societies and their cultures. Cross-cultural comparisons and analyses show how an integrated culture satisfies human needs and facilitates their survival. (OT 36, TAG)
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO4, GEO8
Typically Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring Semesters
SOCY 199, INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF WORK - SOCY 1 (1)
This course provides an internship-level supervised work experience with an approved employer. Emphasis is on career exploration to maximize sound career decisions. Students also explore the role of a college education in career preparation. Focus on self-examination of the world of work in terms of values, skills, and interests. Exploration of occupational paths for all majors, disciplines, examination of employer-employee expectations, preparation of resumes and development of interviewing skills are covered.
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: A student must have completed minimum 12 semester credit courses at LCCC (courses transferred are not counted; have earned minimum 2.0 overall GPA; OR have division approval. Maximum three '1' credit courses allowed).
Typically Offered: Offer as required
SOCY 255G, THE FAMILY 3 (3)
A study of the family as a social institution, including cross-cultural comparisons and the historical development of the Western family. An examination of contemporary American marriage and the family in its various forms; contemporary social issues in marriage and the family and alternative lifestyles will also be examined. (OT 36, TAG)
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO3, GEO4, GEO5, GEO6, GEO7, GEO8
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: SOCY 151G
Typically Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring Semesters
SOCY 256, SOCIAL PROBLEMS 3 (3)
The course examines topics such as crime, racism, sexism, poverty, urban decay, immigration, and terrorism. It gives students a grasp of how social problems are interrelated, and society's role in the creation and perpetuation of social problems. Students become aware that globally, what is considered a social problem in one society may not be regarded as such in another society. Social Sciences Core Course. (OT 36, TAG)
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO4, GEO5, GEO6
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: SOCY 151G
Typically Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring Semesters
SOCY 265G, DEATH AND DYING 2 (2)
A cross-cultural and historical survey of social responses to death, with particular emphasis on the application of basic sociological concepts to further understanding of dying, death and survivorship. (OT 36)
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO4, GEO5
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: SOCY 151G
Typically Offered: Summer and Fall Semesters
SOCY 276G, RACE AND ETHNICITY 3 (3)
This course examines relations between racial and ethnic groups. A sociological framework is used to investigate dominant-subordinate relations in the perspective of a variety of social categories such as race/ethnicity, religion, gender, prejudice, discrimination, and the pattern and economic impact of immigration. Social Science Core Course. (OT 36, TAG)
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO4, GEO5, GEO6
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: SOCY 151G
Typically Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring Semesters
SOCY 278, SOCIOLOGY OF SEX & GENDER 3 (3)
This course is designed for social science majors or those pursuing women's and gender studies. It examines sex and gender from a sociological framework by exploring how complex evolving patterns of sex and gender are constructed interpersonally, institutionally, and culturally. It examines how gender permeates relationships, workplace, media, and social interaction. The course also investigates the complex intersection of gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity and social class and how those factors contribute to social inequality. Social Sciences Core Course. (OT 36)
General Education: GEO2, GEO4, GEO5, GEO6, GEO7, GEO8
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: SOCY 151G
Typically Offered: Spring Semester
SOCY 287, WORK-BASED LEARNING I - SOCY 1-3 (1)
This course provides supervised, paid work experience with approved employer(s) in an area related to the student's program. Emphasis is placed on integrating prior or concurrent classroom learning with work experience through career readiness competencies. Students will be able to evaluate career selection and satisfactorily demonstrate work-related competencies.
General Education: GEO1, GEO2, GEO6, GEO8
Course Entry Requirement(s): A student must be pursuing a degree seeking program at LCCC; have completed 12 semester hours with a minimum of 6 semester hours in the discipline of placement; have a min GPA of 2.5 in the discipline and a 2.0 overall GPA; and have division approval.
Typically Offered: Offer as required
SOCY 299, INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIES IN SOCIOLOGY 1-3 (1)
An in-depth study of areas in sociology presented by discussion and/or individual research and reading. Topics will vary. Repeatable up to six (6) times for a total of six (6) credit hours.
Course Entry Requirement(s): Prerequisite: Second year standing and division approval.
Typically Offered: Offer as required