WSU Graduate Courses - Sociology/SOC

SOC 510 SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER (Credits: 4)

Cross-cultural sociological knowledge and theories concerning origin/nature of sex roles; stratification of sexes in various societies; sex roles in institutions of family, education, religion, politics, economics, and health; and other topics such as socialization and media.

SOC 520 SOCIOLOGY OF DEVIANT BEHAVIOR (Credits: 4)

Extensive exploration of the various sociological approaches to the study of deviance and social disorganization with emphasis on contemporary sociological theory and research.

SOC 532 JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (Credits: 4)

Problems of definition and treatment of delinquency; preparation for further study and work with delinquents

SOC 540 SOCIAL ORGANIZATION (Credits: 4)

Theories and analysis of social organization in its historical and present context. Emphasis on the interrelationship between individuals, the family, and other institutions.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 541 SOCIAL INEQUALITY (Credits: 4)

Structures, theories, and consequences of social inequality with emphasis on the United States.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 550 SOCIOLOGY OF WORK (Credits: 4)

Investigation, analysis, and discussion of contemporary theories focusing on the relationship of the individual to work.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 560 SOCIOLOGY OF THE FAMILY (Credits: 4)

Sociological analysis of family development over its life cycle, and the relationship of the family to society and the individual. Topics include courtship, marriage, parenthood, adulthood, and aging.

SOC 561 RELIGION AND SOCIETY (Credits: 4)

(Also listed as REL 561.) Treatment of religion as a social institution, examining the influence of religious ideas and organizations on other social institutions, and the influence of society on religion.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 563 SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION (Credits: 4)

The school as a social institution. Internal and external influences; structure of the school social system; and sociological issues affecting the school, such as social class factors and equality of educational opportunity.

SOC 599 STUDIES IN SELECTED SUBJECTS (Credits: 1 TO 4)

Problems, approaches, and topics in the field of sociology. Topics vary.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 601 SELECTED TOPICS IN THEORY METHODS (Credits: 4)

Topics vary.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 620 SOCIOLOGY OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR (Credits: 4)

This course examines alternative sexual lifestyles and behaviors.Employing the concepts of cultural relativity and ethnocentrism, we learn how sexual relationships are perceived and responded to in contemporary American society.

PREREQUISITE: SOC 200.

SOC 622 THE SOCIOLOGY OF THE COURTS, LAW AND JUSTICE (Credits: 4)

Students will critically examine the process, structure, and effects of the U.S. court system.Special attention will be given to issues of race, class, and other social factors that affect justice in society.

PREREQUISITE: SOC 330 OR EQUIVALENT.

SOC 632 PENOLOGY (Credits: 4)

Historical development and critical assessment of penal institutions. Field visits to selected institutions.

PREREQUISITE: SOC 330 OR SOC 332 OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR.

SOC 633 INTERNSHIP IN CORRECTIONS (Credits: 4)

Supervised field experience in corrections (e.g., probation, parole, and jail). Course requires readings, a log, progress reports, and a paper synthesizing readings and field experience.

PREREQUISITE: EIGHT CREDIT HOURS FROM SOC 330, 332 OR 432.

SOC 639 SELECTED TOPICS IN PROBLEMS/DEVIANCE (Credits: 4)

Topics vary.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 641 INDUSTRIAL SOCIOLOGY (Credits: 4)

Cross-cultural analysis of industrialization; organization of relationships within industrial social groups.

SOC 642 RACE AND MINORITY RELATIONS (Credits: 4)

Intergroup, racial, and ethnic group relations, including the processes and consequences of conflict, prejudice, and discrimination.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 644 URBAN SOCIOLOGY (Credits: 4)

Role of cities in past and present societies, the social and cultural implications of urban living, and problems associated with city life.

SOC 646 NEIGHBORHOODS AND COMMUNITIES (Credits: 4)

Examines the part the community and the neighborhood play in the social life of modern societies. What makes a 'good- neighborhood/ What makes a 'good- community/ These and other questions are addressed.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 657 POLICING IN SOCIETY (Credits: 4)

Developed to expand the depth of the criminology track for Sociology majors independent of, but which may be used as, course work for the new ABS CJ track.

PREREQUISITE: SOC 330 OR EQUIVALENT.

SOC 659 EXPLAINING CRIME:FROM BECCARIA TO THORNBERRY (Credits: 4)

Objective is to provide students with a sound understanding of theories of crime and how they operate within society as part of our understanding of the criminal justice system.

PREREQUISITE: SOC 306, 330 OR EQUIVALENT.

SOC 661 MEDICAL SOCIOLOGY (Credits: 4)

The social dimension of health and illness. Consideration of the patterns of disease, along with the organization, provision, and delivery of health care services.

SOC 662 SOCIAL GERONTOLOGY (Credits: 4)

(Also listed as SW 662.) Study of social aspects of aging, the needs of the aging population, and society-s response to those needs.

SOC 663 SOCIAL GERONTOLOGY II (Credits: 4)

(Also listed as SW 663.) Continuation of social gerontology. Explores in-depth concepts and issues related to aging.

PREREQUISITE: SOC 662 OR CONSENT OF THE INSTRUCTOR.

SOC 679 SELECTED TOPICS IN SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS (Credits: 4)

Topics vary.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 681 SOCIOLOGY OF SMALL GROUPS (Credits: 4)

Study of face-to-face interaction with emphasis on both intergroup and intragroup structure and processes.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 689 SELECTED TOPICS IN SOCIAL INTERACTION (Credits: 4)

Topics vary.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR
REQUIRED.

SOC 690 DIRECTED STUDIES IN SOCIOLOGY (Credits: 2 TO 4)

May be taken for letter grade or pass/unsatisfactory.

PREREQUISITE: GRADUATE STANDING AND PERMISSION OF DEPARTMENT
REQUIRED.

SOC 701 SELECTED TOPICS IN SOCIOLOGY (Credits: 2 TO 4)

Variable content.Specific topic announced when course is offered.

SOC 720 SEMINAR IN SOCIAL DEVIANC (Credits: 4)

Study of contemporary theories of deviant behavior from both an institutional and social-psychological perspective, with emphasis on the relationship between social change and social disorganization.

SOC 760 SEMINAR ON FAMILY PROBLEMS (Credits: 4)

(Also listed as ABS 781.) Builds on the foundations of society and its institutions to examine contemporary problems facing American families.

SOC 770 SEMINAR CRIMINAL JUSTICE (Credits: 4)

(Also listed as ABS 771.) Investigation of the criminal justice system in the United States and its relation to deviant adult and juvenile behavior.