TransfermaticSOC at Merced College

    SOC 02 - Contemporary Social Problems

    Recent Professors
    Marcus L. Shaw, Ramin Mirfakhraie
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    48–50 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Previously taken ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A) is advised.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of SOC 02
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    <b><font color="7A0018">Begins Fall 2025</b></font><br> SOC-02 introduces fundamental theories and methodologies employed in the study of contemporary social problems. An emphasis is placed on analysis of causes and possible solutions to such problems as poverty, discrimination, crime, delinquency, alcoholism, drug abuse, suicide, family, and politics. A global perspective focuses on the international influences and contributions to various contemporary social problems.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:20am–10:45am