SOCIOL 1, Introduction to Sociology 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • CAN: Sociology 2. • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This course introduces the objective study of society and human social interaction. Emphasis is placed on both macro and micro sociological theory and methods of sociological inquiry, as well as cultural development, the process of socialization, social structure, social stratification—particularly in the areas of social class, race and ethnicity, and gender—and social change. Students are highly encouraged to complete Sociology 1 prior to enrolling in other sociology courses.
1609 8:00a-10:05a MTWTh HSS 155 Jeffries R M
1610 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh HSS 150 Towler-White S L
Above section 1610 is part of the Scholars Program and enrollment is limited to program participants. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
1611 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh MC 11 Levy C S
1612 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh HSS 153 Levy C S
1613 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Massey R A
Above section 1613 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
1614 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Massey R A
Above section 1614 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
1615 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Dishman W H
Above section 1615 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
1616 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Dishman W H
Above section 1616 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
1617 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Gheytanchi E
Above section 1617 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
1618 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Gheytanchi E
Above section 1618 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
4099 6:30p-9:30p TWTh HSS 155 Scaife M L
SOCIOL 4, Sociological Analysis 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and methods of sociological research design and implementation. Students examine the key varieties of evidence—including qualitative and quantitative data, data-gathering and sampling methods, logic of comparison, and causal reasoning. The work of several scholars is evaluated and students create their own research design related to a sociological issue.
1620 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh HSS 150 Cooper P
SOCIOL 33, Sociology of Sex and Gender 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This course addresses the distinction between biological sex and the social construction of gender. Issues of gender inequality in societal institutions and social structures will be the focus of critical analyses of the consequences of the sex/gender system in the United States. Understanding the impact of the matrix of domination (based on race, ethnicity, and class) on gender is a central issue. A global perspective, which examines and compares the place of gender in nations of the North with those of the South, is also emphasized.
1621 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh HSS 155 Jeffries R M