These requirements are from an excerpt from the University Academic Catalog, which outlines the requirements for a student to earn the distinction of being a Castleton University graduate. The complete catalog is available online.
Students in the Sociology program will be prepared for careers in many fields, graduate school, and participation in society. Our students will graduate with an appreciation of the connection between individual experiences and the social forces in society.
Goals:
This concentration focuses attention on applications of Sociological research and theory to the study of crime: including its etiology, the police, courts, corrections, victims and law.
Code | Course | Credits |
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CRJ 3010 |
Crime VictimsAn interdisciplinary study of criminal victimization and prevention. The course examines patterns of crime, offending, and victimization and how to use such information to prevent violent and property crime, including rape, domestic violence, and hate crime. Other issues to be explored include victimization theories, prevention programs, treatment of victims, and victims' rights and remedies. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010, SOC 1010, and Junior standing or consent of instructor. Spring |
3 |
CRJ 3050 |
Law and SocietyAn examination of the nature and function of civil & criminal law in modern society. Current legal issues and their relationship to social institutions are highlighted. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010, SOC 1010, or consent of instructor. Fall, alternate years |
3 |
SOC 1010 |
Introduction to SociologyA systematic introduction to the study of social behavior and social organization. The major conceptual tools of sociology are used to explore the structure, processes, and content of social action; to provide insight into the regularity and diversity of human social behavior. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Every semester |
3 |
SOC 2040 |
Race, Ethnicity, Class and GenderAn exploration of the historical and contemporary roots for discrimination (especially on the institutional level) on the basis of race, ethnicity, class, and gender. This course examines issues such as culture, identity, and oppression. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Every semester |
3 |
SOC 2210 |
Deviant BehaviorAn examination of theories of etiology and distribution of deviant behavior. Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or consent of instructor. Spring, odd years |
3 |
SOC 3210 |
CriminologyAn interdisciplinary study of the causes of crime and criminal behavior, with particular emphasis on sociological perspectives. Classical through contemporary criminological theories will be examined, as well as patterns and varieties of crime. Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or consent of instructor. Spring, even years |
3 |
SOC 3910 |
Research MethodsIntroduction to the basic methods of sociological research design, data collection, the organization and analysis of data, and their interpretation through an actual research project. This course fulfills the Digital and Computing Literacy general education requirement. Prerequisite: Junior majors in SOC, CRJ or acceptance in Social Work program, or consent of instructor. Fall and Spring |
4 |
SOC 4020 |
Sociological TheoryCritical analysis of the development of sociological thought from Comte to the present, with particular emphasis on the theoretical contributions which have been instrumental in the emergence of sociology as and academic discipline. Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or consent of instructor. Fall and Spring |
3 |
SOC 4720 |
Capstone Seminar and Careers in Sociology
A culminating seminar for Sociology majors to demonstrate an understanding of the field of sociology, the methods of sociological research, and investigate careers and graduate school opportunities in Sociology and related fields. Prerequisite: SOC 3910 and SOC 4020 Spring |
3 |
SWK 1010 |
Introduction to Human ServicesAn overview of the organization, values, theories and variety of activities of various human service professions, with specific emphasis on Social Work. Designed to acquaint students with the range of human services and to test interest in a helping career. Social work majors must get a C or better to continue on with social work required courses. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Fall and spring |
3 |