SOC-232 The Nature of Social Class

An examination of the nature of social class in the United States. This course will examine the nature of the system of social class as it currently exists, as well as examining some of the ways that it developed over time. This analysis will include data and research on class stratification to explain how the system is justified and its effect on the individual and society. Cross-cultural examples will be used to place the U.S. system in context.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Skills: ENG-020 or permission of instructor Skills: ENG-090 or permission of instructor 3 credits of SOC or permission of instructor

Year Cycle

A

Semester Cycle

FA

Course Types

SS, CC-CT, CC-WC

Transfer Status

SSTR