TransfermaticSOCI at Merced College

    SOCI 03 - Marriage & the Family

    Recent Professors
    Elisabeth Shimada, Karen L. Deeming, Katelynn Bishop
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, 2027S
    Class Size
    50 students
    Difficulty
    6.3Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Previously taken ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A) is advised.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of SOCI 03
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    <b><font color="7A0018">Begins Fall 2025</b></font><br> This course provides an overview of sociological theories and concepts utilized to investigate marriage and family relationships. An empirical as well as experiential analysis of marriage and family functions, structures, and roles is emphasized. Special focus is paid to contemporary issues, concerns, and debates regarding marriage and family dynamics.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:00am–12:25pm, Tue Thu 12:35pm–2:00pm