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19 courses · Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SOC 101 Introduction To Sociology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with unit limitation)
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
Introduction to the study of society and everyday life, examining a diverse range of topics on human behavior and social structure. Focuses on developing a sociological perspective, through theory, research, and application. Topics include culture, the self, interaction, groups, deviance and social inequality, social institutions, social change. Examines contemporary American society in global perspective.
SOC 101H Introduction to Sociology, Honors
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 (72 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with unit limitation)
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
Introduction to the study of society and everyday life, examining a diverse range of topics on human behavior and social structure. Focuses on developing a sociological perspective, through theory, research, and application. Topics include culture, the self, interaction, groups, deviance and social inequality, social institutions, social change. Examines contemporary American society in global perspective.
SOC 103 Marriage, Family and Intimacy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 130
Investigates the family as a social and cultural institution. Examines the increasing diversity of American families, along with cross-cultural comparisons. Examines gender roles in the family and intimate relationships. Topics include love, partner selection, marital adjustment, communication and conflict resolution, divorce, domestic violence and parenting.
SOC 104 Social Psychology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 170
Introductory course which examines the relationship between the individual and society, and how each is shaped and influenced by the other from a sociological perspective. Covers theoretical approaches, methodological applications, and empirical studies of human behavior within the social environment.
SOC 106 Sociology of Deviance
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 160
Examination of deviance and social control in contemporary society, using the sociological perspective. Focuses on the social processes involved in the construction of deviance, and its functions and impacts on individuals and society. Covers interpersonal and family violence; mental disorders; deviant sexuality; drug and alcohol use; and property, white-collar and organized crime.
SOC 107 Racism in America
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 150
This course examines race and ethnicity and the impacts of racism upon selected racial and ethnic groups in American society. Covers major theories on the development of racial attitudes and behavior. Attention is also given to the relationship between racism, sexism, and class oppression.
SOC 109 Social Problems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 115
Introductory course which analyzes a variety of contemporary issues from a sociological perspective. Uses social theory and research methods to gain insight into the nature, extent, consequences and possible solutions to social problems in the United States and globally.
SOC 113 Sociology Of Sex and Gender
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 140
Introductory course designed to examine the changing roles of women and men in contemporary American society.
SOC 115 Introduction To Social Research
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introductory course which explores the variety of methods used by sociologists to study the social world and human behavior. Examination of classic and contemporary studies as models of research. Emphasis on doing social research, from designing a project, to collecting and analyzing data on various topics of interest to students.
SOC 117 Drugs and Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PH 103
Introduces concepts, theories and perspectives associated with the sociological analysis of psychoactive substances. Examines the relationship between drugs and social contexts. Investigates why people find consciousness alteration meaningful, what kinds of experiences and problems arise, and what types of social policies emerge to control drug use. Illegal drugs and legal drugs, as well as psychotherapeutic drugs, will be discussed and analyzed using the sociological perspective.
SOC 118 Media, Culture and Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Critical examination of the media and culture from a sociological perspective. Focuses on how the media is shaped and influenced by society, culture and the individual. Covers a variety of topics, including the role of media in ideology and identity; economics and politics; race, class and gender; social change, technology, and globalization.
SOC 120 Introduction to Social Work
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SWHS 110
An introductory overview of social welfare in the U.S. and the provision of social services. The course presents a historical perspective on the development of social work and human services. Special attention is given to institutions, service delivery systems, and their policies and procedures. Emphasis on legal and ethical considerations, diverse populations, and the tasks and responsibilities of culturally responsive social work and human service practitioners within those settings.
SOC 121A Seminar: Social Work and Human Services
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 (18 lecture)
- Prerequisite
- SOC 120 or SOC 101 or PSYC C1000 or PSYC C1000H or SOC 101H.
- Corequisite
- SOC 121B.
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- SWHS 201A
Concurrent Offers an academic framework in which students can learn, discuss, and reflect on skills utilized in supervised volunteer field-internships in social work/human services settings (community organizations, agencies, or institutions). This course allows students the opportunity to develop skills and work experience in preparation for gaining employment in related fields.
SOC 121B Fieldwork: Social Work and Human Services
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 108 (108 lab)
- Prerequisite
- SOC 120 or PSYC C1000 or PSYC C1000H or SOC 101 or SOC 101H.
- Corequisite
- SOC 121A.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Concurrent Prepares students to be successful in doing fieldwork components, and helps to facilitate gaining employment in social work/human services fields. Provides experiential practice and guidance for professional development through skill building exercises, discussions and performance exams.
SOC 125 Introduction to Statistics in Sociology
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 (72 lecture)
- Prerequisite
- MATH 107 or equivalent through placement by Assessment Services using multiple measures.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with unit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH 110
The use of probability techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive techniques to facilitate decision-making. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Applications using data from a broad range of disciplines.
SOC 127 Introduction to Women's Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SJS 120
Introduction to feminist perspectives on women in society, covering a broad range of historical and contemporary social issues. Involves comparative issues of social, political and economic position in the workplace, family and cultural institutions; historical basis of women's subordination; relations between women and men; social roles of women and men; intersections of ethnicity/race, class, gender, sexuality and age; violence against women; cultural images of women and men; and movements for social change.
SOC 130 Environmental Sociology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to the study of society and the environment. The course examines the relationship between social and environmental problems, with an emphasis on climate change and environmental justice. The course also focuses on the environmental movement, possible solutions to environmental problems, activism and social change. Other topics include culture and ideology; science and technology; the-treadmills of production and consumption; population and development; eco-grief and human health.
SOC 295 Internship In Sociology
- Units
- 2-4
- Hours
- 210 (210 lab)
- Prerequisite
- ENG 110 or ENG 110H.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Structured internship program in which students gain experience with community organizations related to the discipline.
SOC 299 Independent Study In Sociology
- Units
- 1-4
- Hours
- 300 (300 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Student works under the guidance and direction of sponsoring faculty member on project consistent with student's interests and abilities. Weekly meetings with faculty sponsor are required. Course may be taken for one or more units of credit. Each unit of credit requires student to devote approximately three hours per week to her/his project. For complete information, see "Independent Study" in the Catalog Index.