Department: Sociology

Code Name Description
SOCI1301 Introduction to Sociology A study of the basic concepts, principles, and processes used to analyze the structure and functions of society.
SOCI1301HS Introduction to Sociology A study of the basic concepts, principles, and processes used to analyze the structure and functions of society. For Honors Scholar Academy students only.
SOCI1302 Social Problems A study of the major social problems in contemporary American society and an analysis of proposed approaches that attempt to address them.
SOCI2303 Statistics for the Social Sciences Introductory course including elements of probability to support statistical theory. Topics include theoretical distributions, discrete and continuous variables, and tests of hypotheses. Suggested for majors in the social and behavioral sciences. TI-...
SOCI2303HS Statistics for the Social Sciences Introductory course including elements of probability to support statistical theory. Topics include theoretical distributions, discrete and continuous variables, and tests of hypotheses. Suggested for majors in the social and behavioral sciences. TI-...
SOCI2390 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3190 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3192 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3291 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3302 Juvenile Delinquency A study of deviant behavior by the legal minors in contemporary society, factors and conditions contributing to delinquency, control and treatment of offenders, and programs for prevention.
SOCI3305 Internship in Sociology I A supervised field placement with a Christian or secular social agency. This course provides the student with an opportunity of integrating theory and classroom learning with actual field experience. The placement may be at the individual, family gro...
SOCI3306 Study of Aging An examination of aging in relation to sociology, psychology, biology, law, political science, literature, religion, recreation, and health. Special emphasis is placed on an understanding of gerontology from a Christian perspective.
SOCI3309 Social Work A survey of the field of social work. Students will become acquainted with the principles of the helping process within the broad field of social services.
SOCI3311 Marriage and Family Systems In this course, students will learn the historical development and principal conceptualizations of marital and family systems theory. Students will learn the theories, therapeutic processes, and techniques involved in treating marriage, family, and r...
SOCI3312 Drug and Alcohol Problems The philosophical, economic, political, social, and psychological dimensions of drug and alcohol problems will be examined.
SOCI3315 Introduction to Forensic Psychology In this course students will learn the history of forensic psychology and how it differs from other forensic sciences. Students will cover a variety of topics including: careers in forensic psychology, profiling, interviewing and interrogation, eye w...
SOCI3330 Death and Dying An examination of issues in the field of death awareness approached from a biblical perspective and based on biblical truth. Interactions between the dying individual and family, friends, and professionals are analyzed. Emphasis is placed on the soci...
SOCI3390 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4190 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4290 Independent Study of Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4301 Race and Ethnicity Examines the theories and operational definitions of race and ethnic relations in the social sciences within a biblical framework. Evaluates programs for the reduction of prejudice, discrimination, and racism. Analyzes historical and contemporary sta...
SOCI4302 Sociological Theory A critical survey of the foremost paradigms in contemporary sociological theory. The course emphasizes the historical intellectual location of major theoretical traditions, especially the works of Durkheim, Marx, and Weber. Contemporary schools of th...
SOCI4303 Social Psychology An analysis of behavior of individuals in group processes with special attention to the sociocultural context of behavior.
SOCI4304 Social Change An analysis of viewpoints concerning social change, including the study of collective behavior and social movements as they reflect the changing structure and function of society.
SOCI4305 Sociology of Religion Religions exist within societies and among social groups. This course will study the social aspects of religion and the way religion influences and is influenced by society and culture.
SOCI4307 Criminology The course considers the idea of crime and community from social, psychological, and sociological perspectives. The social patterns, characteristics, and causes of crime will be examined along with theories of control and treatment.
SOCI4310 Human Trafficking This course is designed to help students gain a better understanding of contemporary human trafficking and modern day slavery. The roles that entities such as government, the media, faith-based organizations, organized crime, and culture play in this...
SOCI4311 Urban Sociology A study of the nature, structure, and functions of urban society. Emphasis is placed on the development of cities and problems of modern cities.
SOCI4316 Human Growth and Development A course in developmental psychology that focuses on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development from conception to death within a context of basic theories of development.
SOCI4317 Research Methods The course is designed to introduce the student to the scientific method of research. Topics covered include the philosophy/logic of research, hypothesis testing, the construction of concepts, sampling, data gathering, and data analysis. Completion o...
SOCI4320 Special Topics in Sociology Concentrates on specialized areas of sociology. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replacement for special topics courses may only be accomplished under special topics courses with the same topic and content.
SOCI4330 Victim/Victimization This course is designed to address the sources of violence and its influences on people and society. Students can see the causes of victimization from different perspectives. It examines the social environmental factors that cause victimization, rela...
SOCI4332 Crisis Intervention This course examines the field of crisis intervention from a multi-disciplinary perspective including law enforcement, human services, psychology, and sociology. The evaluation and application of crisis intervention techniques, methods, and concepts...
SOCI4357 Understanding East AsianCivilization and Culture For students involved in cultural immersion, this course provides an exploration of basic components of local culture and the heritage of civilization of a designated host country in East Asia, including an appreciation for history, religion, festiva...
SOCI4359 Travel Study in East Asia Discover the vibrant culture, history and society of East Asia, with a particular travel focus on one East Asian country. This travel study course introduces students to important cities, major historical sites, and different cultural regions. In add...
SOCI4394 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4490 Independent Study in Sociology Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).