California Community Colleges System Courses

Applied Learning in Russian

This course — taken in tandem with another course in the discipline — enables a student to apply course content in a meaningful and relevant way to a particular activity. In this hands-on course, stud

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Principles and Practice of Scientific Research

This course explores the modern practice of science. The course focuses on the use of the scientific method; the history of science; how, why and where research is conducted; the ethical protocol in t

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Introduction to Sociology

This course introduces the study of society and human social interaction. Both macro and micro sociological theory are discussed, as well as methods of sociological inquiry, culture, socialization, de

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Introduction to Sociology – Service Learning

By relying heavily on the instructional method of service-learning, this course introduces the study of society and human social interaction. Both macro and micro sociological theory are discussed, as

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Social Problems

This course involves a sociological analysis of social problems on the local, national, and international level. Critical inquiry and analysis are conducted into issues such as global inequality, envi

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Social Problems – Service Learning

By relying heavily on the instructional method of service-learning, this course involves a sociological analysis of social problems on the local, national, and international level. Critical inquiry an

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Sociological Analysis

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and methods of sociological research design and implementation. Students examine the key varieties of evidence — including qualitative and

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Sociology of the Family

This course is an examination of the family as a social institution. Emphasis will be placed on relationships between the family and other social institutions from American and cross-cultural perspect

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African Americans in Contemporary Society

This course involves a sociological examination of the social, cultural, political, and economic conditions experienced by African Americans in the United States. Current and past institutional practi

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Latinas/os in Contemporary Society

This course introduces students to the characteristics and issues facing the large pan-ethnic Latina/o population in the United States. Attention will be given to the social, cultural, economic and po

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Asian Americans in Contemporary Society

This course introduces students to the social conditions and issues facing Asian/Pacific Americans. Using a sociological perspective, the pan-ethnic identity of Asian/Pacific Americans will be critica

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Sociology of Sex and Gender

This course addresses the distinction between biological sex and the social construction of gender. Issues of gender inequality in societal institutions and social structures will be the focus of crit

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Racial and Ethnic Relations in American Society

This course involves the critical examination of patterns, practices, and relations among racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Particular attention will be given to problems of ongoing discr

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Independent Studies in Sociology

Pursue a self-directed sociology topic through independent study, earning one unit of credit transferable to CSU.

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Independent Studies in Sociology

Pursue self-directed sociological study, following the independent studies guidelines, for transferable college credit in sociology.

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