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24 Saville Avenue
Quincy, MA 02169
617.984.1700 150 Newport Ave Ext.
Quincy, MA 02171
36 Cordage Park
Suite #228
Plymouth, MA 02360
508.747.0400
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Sociology
| SOC 101 |
General Sociology |
| An examination of the behavior of humans in social
groups. Emphasis will be placed on concepts
including culture, society, socialization, role,
personality, institutions and social change. Placement
at ENG 101 level strongly advised. 3 credits |
| SOC 102 |
Contemporary Social Problems |
| An analysis of the chief areas of social mal-adjustment.
Consideration is given to selected critical problems
including race relations, ethic discrimination, changing
sex role patterns, family dislocation, an aging
population, mental illness, crime, alcoholism and drug
addiction. 3 credits |
| SOC 105 |
Sociology of Deviance |
| Consideration of the cultural definition of deviance
and the causal societal context; social analysis of
problems such as mental illness, suicide and abnormal
sexual behavior. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or permission
of instructor. 3 credits |
| SOC 112 |
Interpersonal Communication |
| An experience-based introduction to the concepts
and skills in oral communication; listening, feedback,
group discussions, speeches, self-disclosure and
relational communication. 3 credits |
| SOC 116 |
Intercultural Communication |
| This course will develop awareness of how human
culture affects individual perception and interpersonal
communication. Through literature and journalism, film
and music, communicative activities and research
projects, students will expand their capacity to
understand themselves and communicate with other
members of the human family. Particular attention will
be paid to other cultural groups represented by class
members. 3 credits |
| SOC 140 |
Aging in America |
| Students will explore the process of aging in
America from a sociological perspective. Explore roles of the
aged today as they compare to other societies and
times, the status of elderly in America, the effects of
elderly boomers on commercial and cultural images,
and the ethical dilemmas raised by the new elders in
our society. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of the
instructor. 3 credits |
| SOC 150 |
Women in Society |
| An examination of the roles of women in American
society, both past and present. Students will build an
understanding of the issues impacting women's roles.
Topics covered include: women's work and economic
status, sex roles, gender expectations, the socialization
of women, women and children, women's roles in
other societies, and the results of the women's
movements. 3 credits |
| SOC 201 |
Cultural Anthropology |
| A course concerned with humans as members of
society and the effects of culture on individuals and
groups. The main emphasis will be placed on the
study of human behavior in different cultural settings.
A main objective of the course is to help students
understand their own behavior and reflect upon
individual and group values. 3 credits |
| SOC 203 |
Sociology of the Family |
| This course will focus on the family as a primary
social institution. Emphasis will be placed on theoretical
perspectives, variations, and alternatives, as well as
the changing family over the life span. Special topics
include cross-cultural influences, issues related to
courtship, marriage and family development, and the
effects of changes in the American family.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits |
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