SOC 135 - The Family

Credits: 5

(SS/DSJ) This course covers the institution of the family and other intimate relationships. Emphasis is placed on mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the family as a social institution and the social forces which influence its development and change.

Prerequisite: Accuplacer placement in ENGL& 101 strongly recommended.
5 hours Lecture