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Sociology (SOCI) Courses

Unless otherwise noted, SOCI 3101 is a prerequisite for all other courses in Sociology. Exceptions to this must secure permission from the Department Chairperson or Undergraduate Advisor or instructor.

3101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0) (Common Course Number SOCI 1301)

Nature and scope of sociology, its terminology and concepts; study of social processes, social institutions, development of society, and characteristics of group life.

A study of selected social problems in our society, including causes, interrelationships, and programs of amelioration. Prerequisite: 3101 is recommended.

Sociological factors and their measurement, development and use of scales, assumptions underlying the use of statistical models in analysis of social data, application and limitations of statistical analysis. Prerequisite: MATH 3120 or MATH 4109.

The historical development, current problems, and prospects of the American marriage and family institutions. Recommended Background: SOCI 3101 is recommended.

Introductory course to major themes in Mexican American studies; cultural pluralism, bilingualism, biculturalism, ethnicity and race, assimilation, cultural nationalism, and folk culture.

Analysis of Chicano experiences in selected institutions such as schools, churches, governmental structures, military, and mass media.

A cross-cultural comparison of human behavior addressing the areas of family life, marriage, kinship, and ritual. The course will also deal with the potential for misunderstandings that arise in the context of cross-cultural interactions. Prerequisite: 3101 or ANTH 3101. (SOCI 3306 is the same course as ANTH 3306.)

Basic procedure and methodology of sociology as applied by the profession to various areas of social investigation. Prerequisite: 3101 .

A study of the racial and ethnic group relationships in the U.S. concentrating on the dynamics and consequences of prejudice, discrimination, and related factors. Prerequisite: SOCI 3101.

An investigation of the social and legal definitions of juvenile delinquency; major theories of juvenile deviancy; the social system of the gangs; factors contributing to apprehension, conviction, detention, and parole; assessment of present and potential prevention programs. Prerequisite: 3101 .

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3341 Special Undergraduate Topics (3-0)

Special topics of current interest in Sociology. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Topics may include, for example:
• La Chicana
  The role of the Chicana in the family and the community as well as Chicanos' participation in the labor force and liberation movements.
• Women in Society
  Women in social institutions such as the family, education, economy, and politics in American society as well as their images in popular culture.
Prerequisite: 3101 .

A study of deviations from social norms which encounter disapproval and to which theory and concepts derived from sociology and social psychology may be applied. Includes a study of deviators and societal reactions to them. Prerequisite: 3101 .

Theories, causes, characteristics, and social function of crime in our society. Methods of prevention and reduction of crime will be analyzed. Prerequisite: 3101 .

A course about social and regional diversity of modern Mexico with special emphasis on indigenous cultures. Prerequisite: 3101 or ANTH 3101. Recommended Background: ANTH 3102. (SOCI 3361 is the same course as ANTH 3361.)

Cultural factors in medical beliefs and practices; professionalization of medical practitioners; group factors in medical practice and medical care programs. Prerequisite: 3101

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3370 Sociology of Sex Roles (3-0)

Sociological evaluation of the emergence of sex roles and relationship between such roles and social status, class, and power. Problems of Women's Liberation, changing roles, and the variable effects of socialization for role taking and role making will be discussed. Prerequisite: 3101 .

Examines structures, processes, interactions, and human problems of modern organizations. Classical and contemporary sociological theories of organizations are compared. Issues regarding organizational authority; change, conflict, control, cooperation, division of labor, efficiency, goals, and relationships with consumer-clients are studied. Prerequisite: 3101 .

Study of the major concepts of general sociology as these have been developed by contemporary sociologists and by the founding fathers of the field. Prerequisites: 3101 and nine hours of advanced sociology.

Statistical analysis of the population of the world, the United States, and the Southwest. Study of fertility, mortality, and migration patterns and their social consequences. Prerequisite: 3101 .

Independent study in an area which is too specialized to offer as an organized class. Supervised individual reading and research leading to development of a major paper or report. Prerequisites: 3101 , 12 hours of advanced sociology, and consent of Department Chairperson, advisor, or instructor.

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