SOCI1010 — Introduction to Sociology
SOCI 1010 - Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1010 - Introduction to Sociology 3 sem hrs cr This course identifies basic human relationships essential to survival in modern society and seeks to assist students in understanding and applying this knowledge in everyday life. Topics include introduction to sociology, culture, inequality and social class, political and economic orders, and the changing society. This course may include proctored exams which must be completed on campus or at an instructor approved proctoring center which may require additional costs to the student. Please consult your instructor for additional details. Formerly/Same As (Formerly SOC 1010, SOC 2110) Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UT Master Course Syllabus GOALS Students in this course will… be able to identify the key theoretical perspectives and explain how the insights generated by these perspectives inform sociology. be able to identify and employ various research designs and their appropriate application to the study of social life. identify early theorists in sociology and their contributions to society. define deviance and identify theories as to why some people become deviant. describe the difference between race and ethnicity. identify and describe subculture and countercultures. define social class and explain the consequences of social class.
Prerequisites: ENGL0810, READ0810, SOC1010, SOC2110