Social Problems and Deviance
Overview
Subject area
SOCY
Catalog Number
270
Course Title
Social Problems and Deviance
Department(s)
Description
An exploration of the relation between deviant behavior, social problems, and the structure of society. Typical forms of deviance examined, including crime, sexual perversion, neurosis, madness, addiction, suicide, and prejudice; deviant behavior and social factors such as race, class, and education; the functions and consequences of deviance for society; and the various agencies of social control.
Typically Offered
Offer as needed
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
008137