This course examines a variety of social research methods, including field and experimental research, survey and interviewing techniques, as well as content analysis. Computer techniques will be used extensively. SOC 92 Internship and Practicum in Applied Sociology Students undergo a supervised internship working off campus in an area relating to their major academic interest. A seminar will run parallel with the field experience. PEP is a salary based Cooperative Education program.
Placements are subject to departmental approval.
This course examines special sociological issues. The topic will vary each semester and will be publicized in the schedule of classes. Specific course description will be available from the Sociology Department. This course provides an in-depth survey of the major theories and concepts of sociology including analyses of social structure, social interaction, socialization, normative and deviant behavior. It traces the development of sociology through the often competing theories of Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Mead, Mills, Merton, Goffman, and others.