Sociology AA-T
A.A. Degree for Transfer Sociology · Lake Tahoe Community College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Units: 90 units
This program offers a comprehensive approach to studying the social aspects of the human world, including attention to the small-scale (micro) and global (macro) perspectives of understanding humanity. With applications to contemporary society, including business, criminal justice, healthcare, international relations and politics, a student majoring in Sociology will be prepared for further work and study in the contemporary and changing world. The Sociology (AA-T) degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer degree (AA-T) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not to a particular campus or major. To obtain the Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer degree, students must complete the following requirements: 1. Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: (A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) - Breadth Requirements. (B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. 2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. 3. Obtainment of a minimum grade of "C" for each course in the major.
Program Learning Outcomes
Apply scientific methods of sociological research and analysis.
Comprehend the major theoretical approaches of sociology, including conflict, functionalist, symbolic interactionist, and feminist versions.
Develop knowledge of the interrelationships of individuals, social groups, institutions, and society.
Consider and apply methods of sociological critical thinking, including principles of the sociological imagination.
Appreciate the value of social diversity.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Sociology AA-T (Total 29 - 30) | ||
| Complete all of the following | ||
| B.1. Complete all the following courses (Total 13) | ||
| Complete the following number of credits: 13 | ||
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 4 |
| SOC 103 | Social Problems | 4 |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 5 |
| B.2. Select two courses (Any courses not already selected in B.1. or B.3. - courses may not be double counted in other requirements) (Total 8 - 9) | ||
| Complete the following number of credits: 8-9 | ||
| PSY 104 | Social Psychology | 4 |
| PSY 211 | Research Methods and Design | 5 |
| SOC 102 | Marriage, Families, and Intimate Relationships | 4 |
| SOC 106 | Crime and Society | 4 |
| SOC 107 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 4 |
| SOC 114 | Gender | 4 |
| B.3. Select two courses (Any courses not already selected in B.1. or B.2. - courses may not be double counted in other requirements) (Total 8) | ||
| Complete the following number of credits: 8 | ||
| ANT 102 | Cultural Anthropology | 4 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
| PSY 104 | Social Psychology | 4 |
| SOC 102 | Marriage, Families, and Intimate Relationships | 4 |
| SOC 104 | Deviance | 4 |
| SOC 106 | Crime and Society | 4 |
| SOC 107 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 4 |
| SOC 111 | Sociology of Popular Culture | 4 |
| SOC 114 | Gender | 4 |