| 121 Principles of Sociology |
This study of the nature and methodology of sociology and an introduction to its field
of investigation includes an analysis of various social relationships, an exposure to
modern social problems, and an introduction to the discipline’s theory and research.
Fulfills the social science general education requirement. Credit Hours: 3
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| 232 Sociology of Aging |
This course discusses the specific features and problems of aging and the presence of the aged in society. It analyzes the demographics of aging, the status and treatment of the aged, and the social movements emerging from among elders. Credit Hours: 3
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| 241 Sociology of Marriage and Family |
Students study the structure and variable forms of marriage and family, review the
history of family sociology, and survey Christian approaches in this area of sociology. Prerequisites: SOC 121. Credit Hours: 3
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| 243 Group Dynamics |
This course treats the group as a phenomenon distinct from the individual, the
institution, and the crowd. It probes the foundation of human interaction and
communication in face-to-face settings. Students analyze group structure; physical
formations; emotional factors and attachments; and the evolution of leadership functions,
norms, values, and procedures. This course is identical to Communication Arts 243 and
Psychology 243. Prerequisites: SOC 243, sophomore standing. Credit Hours: 3
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| 246 Urban Sociology |
In this study of city, urban life, and its history, we consider both theoretical
perspectives on the nature of the city and the social problems of present urban and
suburban areas. This course is identical to History 246 Prerequisites: SOC 121. Credit Hours: 3
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| 250 Sociology of Social Problems |
This course is a study of ways various societies’ social problems are defined
and identified, including theoretical acknowledgement of the effect of cultural
presuppositions and structures on the generation and perception of social problems.
Students analyze a series of selected problems (e.g. delinquency, discrimination, child
abuse, drug use, etc.) and their proposed solutions. Prerequisites: SOC 121. Credit Hours: 3
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| 252 Sociology of Development (CCS) |
This course acknowledges development as a socially generated phenomenon and assumes that there are structural features by which development occurs. It includes a history of the development of society, current levels of societal development, and inequalities in and among societies. We conduct a review of several approaches to the study of development, including Marxist dependency theory, world systems analysis, the cultural-ecological approach, and various Christian attempts at such
analysis. We investigate the interdependence and unequal development of cultures and societies, particularly the effects of European and North American influences on less technically and economically developed countries such as those in Asia, Africa, South and Central America, and Oceana. Fulfills one of the cross-cultural studies general education requirements. Prerequisites: SOC 252, an introductory course in any one of the following: political science, economics, sociology, history, or any other cross-cultural studies course. Credit Hours: 3
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| 254 Cultural Anthropology (CCS) |
Students study the manifestations of culture with a focus on the wide variety of
human life patterns and structures occurring at different times and places. The course
involves systematic cross-cultural comparisons as well as the issue of intercultural
dependence and independence. Fulfills one of the cross-cultural studies general education
requirements. Credit Hours: 3
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| 260 Sociology of Race and Ethnicity |
investigating such phenomena as prejudice, discrimination, assimilation, pluralism,
ethnic boundaries. Substantively we treat the relations between ethnicity and political
rights and boundaries, ethnic groups’ participation in and uses of politics, as well as
societal and political implications and effects of ethnicity. We also study specific
ethnic groups. This course is identical to Political Science 260. Prerequisites: SOC 121, or political science 121. Credit Hours: 3
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| 331 Sociology of Religion |
This social and historical study of religious perspectives, phenomena and worship
practices in various societies examines such societal institutions as churches, sects, and
cults. This course is identical to Theology 331. Prerequisites: SOC 121, or theology 104. Credit Hours: 3
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| 332 Social Psychology |
Students study the nature and psychology of different social relationships. Such topics
as attraction, cooperation, person perception, bargaining, and social influence are
investigated. This course is identical to Psychology 332. Prerequisites: SOC 121, or psychology 121. Credit Hours: 3
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| 351 Theories of Society |
This course is an intensive study of the theories and methodology of the major
schools of social thought. It begins with a survey and comparison of traditional
African, Greek, and early European thought. It continues with a study of the term and
concept “theory.” The course then turns to an emphasis on theoretical developments
in contemporary sociology, with reference and selective attention to major schools of
social and sociological thought. This course is identical to Philosophy 351. Prerequisites: SOC 121. Credit Hours: 3
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| 353 Research for the Behavioral Sciences |
This introduction to the basic methods of empirical research in the behavioral
sciences examines techniques and theory of research analysis and design, formulating
and testing hypotheses, sampling, collection, and analysis and interpretation of data.
This course is identical to Social Work 353. Prerequisites: MATH 105, or mathematics 151; nine hours of psychology or sociology; one 200-level (or higher) course in sociology, psychology, managment, or education. Credit Hours: 3
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| 399 Independent Study |
This course is offered by arrangement with the faculty. Students normally may not
take as an independent study a course that is offered regularly in Trinity’s curriculum. Credit Hours: 0
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| 400 Field Education in Sociology |
Field education provides guided engagement in a project that is sociologically
relevant. The students’ future vocations serve as criteria for the selection of
the individual assignment, which is usually filled no earlier than the second semester
of the junior year, and preferably during the senior year. In arranged sessions, the
sociology department supervisor and the student discuss the experience. The student
must complete an academic analysis, in the form of a research report, in connection
with the placement and his or her experiences and observations. May also be fulfilled
through Chicago Semester program. Credit Hours: 3
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| 410 Senior Sociology Seminar |
This seminar serves as the department’s capstone. It reviews major social and
sociological concepts, topics, and approaches, and helps students link their past
course work with applications in their lives beyond college. It assures students of
their theoretical and religious frameworks as these apply to the discipline of sociology
and the practice of social service. Assessment of students’ attainment of the program’s
principles and commitments is a major aspect of this course. This course is required
of all major students, and presumes completion of or simultaneous enrollment in all
other required courses. Credit Hours: 3
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