SOCI 1 - Introduction to Sociology

    Recent Professors
    Anthony Villarreal, Jenna Hall, Marisol White, Ariana Cortes, Marilyn Chap
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    31–40 students
    Difficulty
    5.2Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D4 · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area E · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course is an introductory study of basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and key methods of sociology. Topics include explanation and analysis of social structures, socialization and the self, culture and diversity, group dynamics, conformity, crime, drugs, deviance, education, family, violence, peace, social control, race, class, gender, sex and sexuality, social stratification, power, and global social change. Students gain an ability to apply sociological ideas to everyday life. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID SOCI 110]
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:30am–10:55am, Tue Thu 12:30pm–1:50pm, Tue Thu 12:30pm–2:00pm, Tue Thu 2:00pm–3:20pm