40.103 Introduction to Sociology  3 credits
An introduction to the subject matter, principles and methods  of sociology as the scientific study of the behavior of human beings  in groups. This course includes such topics as group dynamics,  collective behavior, social institutions, social control and social change.

40.111 Sociology of Crime 3 credits
An introduction to criminology, including the history of  crime, theories of crime, the different types of crime and how crime affects  us sociologically and the criminal justice system.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology.

40.206 Marriage and the Family 3 credits
(see Social Work 39.206)

40.236 Cultural Diversity/ Human Relations 3 credits
(see Social Work 39.236)

40.255 Social Psychology 3 credits
A study of the effect of the group upon the behavior of the  individual. Included are such subjects as basic tendencies, norms,  suggestion, group behavior, custom, leadership, communication and public opinion.

40.246 Race and Ethnicity 3 credits
This course will focus on interracial and interethnic relations in  the United States from a socio-historic approach. Students will  consider theories and processes through which members of one group  come to be included within another including prejudice,  discrimination, racism, stereotyping and social distance.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology.

40.250 Social Problems 3 credits
This course will deal with many of the most controversial issues of  the day, including capitalism, poverty, unemployment, the welfare  system, racism, crime and sexism. Students will consider theories and  perspectives and use evidence to weigh the validity of competing perspectives.

40.261 Sociology of the Political Economy 3 credits
An introduction to the operation of government, the economy,  social policy making, and the inter-relationships between  them. Emphasis will be placed on how economic and political  systems impact social policy development and implementation and how  social policy impacts the economic and political system.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology.

40.276 Native American Studies  3 credits
(see Social Work 39.276)

40.304 Deviant Behavior 3 credits
(see Social Work 39.304)

40.321 Juvenile Delinquency  3 credits
This course will explore the complexities of juvenile  delinquency, sociological theories of delinquency and societal  responses to juvenile offenders.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology and 40.111 Sociology  of Crime.

40.337 Methods of Behavioral Research 3 credits
(see Social Work 39.337)

40.339 Research Methods and Statistical Analysis 3 credits
(see Social Work 39.339)

40.341 Sex and Gender Roles in Society 3 credits
An examination of the changing roles of females and males  as related to social processes and institutions. Students will  consider the implications of these roles for work, family life, leisure  activities and friendship patterns.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology. Offered Fall 1999  and alternate years.

40.360A Crime, Justice and Corrections 3 credits
Explores the criminal justice system beginning with crime,  continuing the process through apprehension, adjudication, sentencing and  the correctional alternatives. Current theoretical and practice issues  are addressed.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology and 40.111 Sociology  of Crime. Offered Fall 1999 and alternate years.

40.369 Gerontology 3 credits
(see Social Work 39.369)

40.399 Special Topics 1-3 credits
A selected area of study in sociology. The topic is announced in  the appropriate semester's course schedule.
Prerequisite: Generally, sophomore standing or permission of  instructor. Offered as needed.

40.438 History and Theory of Sociology 3 credits
An examination of the historical development of social thought  from sociology's founder, Auguste Comte, and classic  theorists Durkheim, Weber, and Marx to contemporary theorists. The  course will examine major sociological concepts and schools of thought.
Prerequisite: 40.103 Introduction to Sociology and 6 additional  credits of sociology. Offered as needed.

40.459 Sociology Internship l-4 credits
On-the-job learning with a cooperating employer in coordination  with a faculty member. A minimum of 40 clock hours of supervised  work is required for each hour of credit. A maximum of 4 credits may  be used toward the sociology major. An additional 4 hours may be  used toward the criminal justice concentration or degree electives.
Prerequisite: Junior standing, major in sociology, 15 credits in  the major and permission of instructor and department chair.

40.468 Seminar in Sociology  3 credits
A review of principle concepts of the discipline of sociology with  a focus on a special topic in sociology, such as sex roles,  stratification, formal organizations, death, gerontology, and political  sociology.
Prerequisite: 40.337 Methods of Behavioral Research,  40.438 History and Theory of Sociology (these courses may be  taken concurrently), and permission of instructor. Offered as needed.

40.479 Special Projects 1-3 credits
An opportunity to undertake special projects in fields of interest  under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite: Junior standing, 12 hours of sociology and  permission of department.

40.489 Readings in Sociology  1-3 credits
In-depth readings in a specific area of sociology. The student  is expected to meet regularly with a faculty member.
Prerequisite: 12 hours of sociology and permission of department.

40.499 Research in Sociology 1-3 credits
The opportunity to plan and carry out an independent research  project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite: Junior standing, 12 hours of sociology and  permission of department.