Sociology Courses and Degrees
Sociology is the study of human behavior in society. Sociologists are interested in how race/ethnicity, social class, gender, age, and other social factors affect our social changes and opportunities in life.
Sociology Department
Degrees/Certificates
SOC - Sociology
SOC-001: Introduction to Sociology (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
The study of interplay of the individual and society. Pass/No Pass Option.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-001H: Introduction to Sociology - Honors (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
This course is the study of the interplay between the individual and society. The honors component involves an in-depth analysis of specific topics, using current information from research journals and is more rigorous than SOC 001. Students cannot get credit for both SOC 001 and SOC 001H. This section requires enrollment in the Honors Transfer Project. More information and the online application can be found at http://honors.missioncollege.edu.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-002: Social Problems (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
A sociological analysis of contemporary social problems. Pass/No Pass Option.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-002H: Social Problems - Honors (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: SOC 001H or SOC 001. This course is a sociological analysis of contemporary social problems. The honors component involves an in-depth analysis of specific topics, using current information from research journals and is more rigorous than SOC 002. Students cannot get credit for both SOC 002 and SOC 002H. This section requires enrollment in the Honors Transfer Project. More information and the online application can be found at http://honors.missioncollege.edu.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-016: Introduction to Statistics in Social And Behavioral Sciences (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
SOC-016: Introduction to Statistics in Social And Behavioral Sciences (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Prerequisite MAT 000C or any higher math course ; and Prerequisite PSY 001 or Prerequisite PSY 001H or Prerequisite SOC 001 or Prerequisite SOC 001H For students majoring in psychology, sociology, and other behavioral sciences. Introduces students to the basic statistical techniques and design methodologies used in behavioral sciences. This course is not equivalent to MAT 010. Pass/No Pass Option.
2A - IGETC Quantitative Reasoning, AA2 - AA-AS Lan & Rat - Com & Ana Th, B4 - CSU Quantitative Reasoning
SOC-021: Introduction to Race and Ethnicity (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
This course introduces the student to the sociological analysis of race, ethnicity, and racism.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-040: Introduction to Marriage and Family (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: SOC 001, Eligibility for ENG 908 and REA 054.An analysis of love and marriage in the 2000'S. Pass/No Pass Option.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-045: Introduction to Human Sexuality (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: Eligibility for ENG 001A and REA 054. This course is an introduction to human sexuality, including basic health issues, attitudes, and behavior in western society. Pass/No Pass Option.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, AE - AA-AS Lifelong Learning, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci, E - CSU Life Long Learning/SelfDev
SOC-047: Sociology of Criminology (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: SOC 001. The course is a sociological analysis of crime and criminal behavior in the United States; emphasis is placed on the study of victims, prevention of crime, prosecution, and rehabilitation. Opportunities to visit correctional facilities, trials, police informational meetings, or rehabilitation centers will be offered. Pass/No Pass Option.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-050: Introduction to Criminal Justice (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: Eligibility for ENG 001A and REA 054. This course introduces students to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. Pass/No Pass Option.
4 - IGETC Social & Behavioral Sci, AD1 - AA-AS Social & Behavioral Sci, D - CSU Social & Behavior Sci
SOC-054: Concepts of Criminal Law (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Prerequisite: SOC 050. This course offers an analysis of criminal liability in the United States.
SOC-058: Introduction to Corrections (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: Eligibility for ENG 001A and REA 054. This course provides a history of and critical analysis of punishment and the alternatives to punishment. Pass/No Pass Option.
SOC-060: Community and Justice System (3.0 Units) (Min Credits: 3.0)
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 001A and READ 053. This course examines the complex relationship between communities and the justice system.Pass/No Pass Option.