Contemporary Social Problems

Course Code: 
SOC102
Department: 
Sociology
Lecture Hours: 
3
Lab Hours: 
0
Total Credits: 
3
Description: 
Provides a sociological analysis of deviant behavior and social disorganization in the United States. Topics include crime and the criminal justice system, mental illness, family dysfunctions, race relations, political systems, and domestic and foreign terrorism. Causal factors and solutions are considered.
Prerequisite: 
ENG098, if required
Term(s) Offered: 
Spring