Sociology
5 courses · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SOC C100 Introduction to Sociology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
Introduction to the scientific study of human society and social behavior, including analysis of social interrelationships and human group organization, culture, social differentiation, and social institutions.
SOC C110 Dating, Relationships, and Marriage
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 130
A study of the family as a social institution. Examines the process of family development including dating, courtship, engagement, mate selection, marriage, parenthood, and divorce. Crises and challenges facing families today will be examined from a sociological perspective.
SOC C120 Introduction to Aging Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
A multidisciplinary overview of the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of the aging process. Enrollment Limitation: AGNG C120; students who complete SOC C120 may not enroll in or receive credit for AGNG C120.
SOC C185 Analysis of Social Problems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 115
An analysis of contemporary social problems. Topics include global ecology, political economy, sexual behavior, drug use, racism, sexism, ageism, education, environment, health issues, crime, and violence.
SOC C233 Racial and Ethnic Relations in America
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 150
Formerly: SOC C133. Sociological analysis of race, ethnicity, and racism. Examines the cultural, political, and economic practices and institutions that support or challenge racism and racial and ethnic inequalities as well as historical and contemporary patterns of interaction between various racial and ethnic groups. Enrollment Limitation: ETHS C233; students who complete SOC C233 may not enroll in or receive credit for ETHS C233.