Sociology
8 courses · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SOC 102 Social Problems
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOC 115
A survey and analysis of ethnic groups and their relations in the United States including the stratification systems, prejudice and discrimination.
SOC 104 Social Science Research Methods
- Units
- 3
- Prerequisite
- SOCI C1000
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOC 120
An introduction to sociological/psychological research methods. Presents the research process from topic selection through data collection for a variety of methods such as surveys, experiments, in-depth interviews, content analysis and comparative/historical research. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Psychology 104.
SOC 106 Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Addiction
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU
An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.
SOC 110 Introduction to Marriage & Family
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOC 130
A study of today's family from a sociological perspective. An overview of intimate relationships, including love, sex, gender roles, dating, forming partnerships, marriage, parenting, family values, and cultural differences is presented.
SOC 120 Introduction to Racial and Ethnic Groups
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOC 150
Using sociological and interdisciplinary approaches, this course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study or racial and ethnic groups. It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino/a/x and Chicano/a Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racisms, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality. It also explores the ways in which these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society. More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world. Finally, the course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 101.
SOC 122 Sociology of the Hispanic Culture
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A sociological exploration of the Hispanic culture which includes their educational, political and economic status. Emphasis will be on immigration patterns, culture, images, cultural values, social images, assimilation patterns and pluralism. Hispanic groups to be studied will include Mexican Americans, Puerto Rican Americans, Cuban Americans.(F,S)
SOC 155 Media and Society
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An exploration of the complex interaction between the mass media and individuals, culture and other social institutions. While focused on the United States, the issue of an increasingly globalized mass media and the emergence of global culture is also addressed. Topics include the effects of mass media on pubic opinion and popular culture; the various racial, ethnic and gender stereotypes in the mass media; the ways in which politics affects and is affected by mass communication; the consequences of privately owned media; the major changes in technologies; and the emergence and growth of a “global culture” based on media technology and organizations.
SOC 160 Cities and Urban Life
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- N/A
This course is an introduction to the multi-disciplinary field of urban studies. Taking advantage of the contributions made by disciplines such as history, sociology, economics, psychology, political science, architecture and planning, the course explores the following topics: The origin of cities; the physical, social and cultural characteristics of cities and metropolises; the complexity, richness and challenges of everyday life in urban society; the social problems that plague urban America; and the various strategies being used to solve urban problems and enhance the metropolitan experience. The focus of the course is primarily (although not exclusively) the United States, and special attention is given to issues of class, race and gender.