Sociology
3 courses · College of the Siskiyous · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
SOC 1001 Introduction to Sociology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
An introductory study of the basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology. Topics typically include the analysis and explanation of social structure, group dynamics, socialization and the self, social stratification, culture and diversity, social change, and global dynamics. Course objectives include the ability to apply sociological ideas to everyday life. C-ID SOCI 110.
SOC 1002 Social Problems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOC 115
An identification and analysis of contemporary social problems, including (1) the role of power and ideology in the definition of social problems, (2) their causes and consequences, (3) evaluations of proposed solutions, and (4) methods of intervention. C-ID SOC 115.
SOC 1003 Introduction to Social Justice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an inter-disciplinary study of the impact of race and ethnicity in the United States. The course will examine fundamental ethnic studies concepts and social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for understanding the socio-economic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups.