Sociology
8 courses · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
SOC 105 The Mexican American in Contemporary Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOC 101 This course provides a broad social and historical study of the major characteristics of the second largest minority in the United States and the largest in the Southwest.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Attention will be given to the ethnic, sexual, social, educational, cultural, economic, and political elements which differentiate the Mexican-American from the dominant and other groups in the United States. Issues of racism and sexism will be explicitly covered.
SOC 110 Ethnic Relations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOC 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 150
This course is a study of the sociological, historical, and political components of race and ethnic relations in the United States and the effect that this has had in regard to globalization. Major ethnic and racial groups, including minorities within these groups, will be examined in detail utilizing sociological theories and perspectives including; African-American, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Asian, Pacific Islander and Native American ethnic groups. Questions concerning techniques designed to promote peaceful and successful interaction will also be reviewed.
SOC 111 Issues and Concepts in Aging
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOCI C1000 or SOCI C1000H.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an introductory study of the social, psychological, demographic, and physical aspects of growing older in American society, with an emphasis on health, finances, retirement, interpersonal and intergenerational relations. The course includes examination of theories explaining psychological and sociological adjustment to aging, as well as issues concerning death and dying.
SOC 112 American Social Issues: Problems and Challenges
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOC 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 115
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the major social issues and problems facing contemporary American society. This course focuses on the origins, sustaining causes, implications, and possible solutions to societal issues. While emphasis will be on the national level, substantial input will also be placed on local and international events and situations. Emerging concepts such as globalization will also be addressed.
SOC 115 Modern Relationships and Family Life
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOC 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 130
This course provides a study of the American family, both past and present from a sociological perspective. Included are the psychological, historical, economic, ethical, and legal aspects of courtship, marriage, child-rearing, and family life. The character of ethnic influence on the form and function of families will be emphasized.
SOC 116 Sociology of Gender and Sexuality
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOC 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 140
Sociology of Gender and Sexuality is the balanced study of the historical, political, and sociological components of gender relations in the United States; including a comparison and contrast of gender relations in other countries and the effect that this has had in regard to globalization. This course will examine the masculine, the feminine and third gender in detail utilizing sociological theory and perspectives, concepts and key terminology. The basic tools of sociological theory and analysis will be presented to increase students' understanding of the topic.
SOC 120 Drugs, Society and Human Behavior
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of SOC 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course offers an overview of the historical and contemporary role of alcohol and other drugs in our society, with an emphasis on patterns of drug use and abuse. Course content includes a discussion of both legal and illegal drugs, research in support of theories of drug abuse and prevention, a detailed discussion of the major pharmacological classes of drugs, the connection between drug use, crime and violence, and a thorough comparison of models of drug treatment. A field trip to a recovery or rehabilitation program is an important component of this class.
SOC 200 Research Methods for the Social Sciences
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of STAT C1000 or STAT C1000H and SOCI C1000 or SOCI C1000H.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 120
This course is designed to introduce students to the process of empirical research. It covers both qualitative and quantitative research analysis and both experimental and non-experimental research strategies in detail, including surveys, observational, case studies, and comparative historical research. The practical application of these methods in a contemporary setting is emphasized. Ethical issues will be examined for human and non-human subjects as well as an overview of computer applications frequently used in social science data analysis.