SOC 120 - Contemporary Social Problems (3 credit hours)

Offered in Fall Term-Odd years only (3-0-0)
This course is an introduction to the sociological analysis of social problems and the application of this analysis to these specific problems. Global and national problems are discussed such as crime, poverty, race, ethnicity and gender inequality, the sex industry, substance abuse, healthcare, education, population and the environment. Particular emphasis is on the social problems within American society. An introductory course in sociology is recommended prior to taking SOC 120.
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