• SOC 2500: Research Methods for the Social Sciences

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Introduction to theory and research methodology which will prepare the student to understand, evaluate, and do empirical research. (i.e., an inquiry that seeks general verified explanations for any class of phenomena.) Course includes, but is not limited to, instruction in data collection, sample selection, definition and measurement, surveys, and statistical analysis. Course is a must for every student of the social sciences.
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• SOC 2600: Families Yesterday and Today

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course focuses on marriage and family as social institutions that both shape and are shaped by societal structures. Using sociological theory and research, the class examines the history of family and various issues related to marriage and family. Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SOC 2630: Sociology of Race and Ethnicity

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course offers sociological perspectives on the dynamics of racial and ethnic relations focusing on social structure, group interaction processes, group inequality, cultural diversity, and gender relations within and between groups.
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• SOC 2650: Globalization and International Development

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course explores economic, political, social, and cultural globalization and theories and topics related to globalization and international development. Students examine social issues and their causes, consequences, and solutions in a global context and how global forces shape their lives.
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• SOC 2800: Seminar in Sociology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Students participate in seminars covering various areas of sociology: (a) theory, (b) methodology, (c) demography, (d) social organization, (e) social deviance, (f) social psychology, (g) human ecology, (h) gerontology. Repeatable for credit.
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• SOC 2988: Special Problems

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Individual work approved by instructor. Time and credit to be arranged. Repeatable for credit.
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• SOC 2999: Workshop

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Designed to meet the changing needs of the student in Sociology. Repeatable for credit.
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• SOC 3010: Social Inequality

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course explores the extent, causes and consequences of social inequality in the U.S. and beyond with a focus on unequal access to political, economic and social benefits at the individual, organizational, and institutional levels historically and today.
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• SOC 3110: Methods of Social Research

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course provides an overview of social research methods. It covers the formulation of research questions, usage of theory to inform research design, common data collection methods, basic techniques of analyzing that data, and ethical considerations for conducting research. Prerequisite: Completion of 6 credits in departmental courses.
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• SOC 3120: Social Statistics I

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course covers descriptive and inferential statistical methods used by social scientists. It emphasizes conceptual understanding, practical application, and effective communication of statistical processes and findings. Students work with hypothetical and real-world social data, using hand and computer-based calculations to produce statistical estimates. Prerequisites: Completion of 6 credits in departmental courses and grade of "C-" or better in STAT 1040 or STAT 1045 or equivalent. (F,Sp,Su)
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