Sociology
2 courses · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
SOCI C1000 Introduction to Sociology (formerly SOC 101)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
This course introduces students to Sociology: the study of people, groups, and institutions that shape people’s lives. Through a mix of theory, research, and real-world examples, students explore key sociological concepts like culture, inequality, power, collective action, and social change. With content reflecting diverse histories and lived experiences, students make connections between their lives and the social forces that influence individual opportunities and choices. Students in this course will develop a critical lens that allows them to better understand and transform themselves and society.
SOCI C1000H Introduction to Sociology - Honors (formerly SOC 101H)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able read college-level texts.; ENGL C1000
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
This course introduces students to Sociology: the study of people, groups, and institutions that shape people’s lives. Through a mix of theory, research, and real-world examples, students explore key sociological concepts like culture, inequality, power, collective action, and social change. With content reflecting diverse histories and lived experiences, students make connections between their lives and the social forces that influence individual opportunities and choices. Students in this course will develop a critical lens that allows them to better understand and transform themselves and society. This is an honors course.