SOC-2095 Sociological Theory
This course examines and explores classical and contemporary sociological theories. Structural Functionalism, Conflict Theory, Symbolic Interactionism, Postmodernism, and specific theories of Deviance will be considered. The perspectives will be examined in detail and students will analyze current social phenomenon using the basic tenants of those theories. In addition, students will learn how to discern primary and secondary sources, learn to format using APA guidelines and evaluate scholarly articles.
Prerequisite
Complete SOC-1025 with a minimum grade of D-.