Department: Sociology

CodeNameDescription
SOCI1301Introduction to SociologyA study of the basic concepts, principles, and processes used to analyze the structure and functions of society.
SOCI1301HRHonors Into to SociologyNo Description Set
SOCI1301HSIntroduction to SociologyA study of the basic concepts, principles, and processes used to analyze the structure and functions of society. For Honors Scholar Academy students only.
SOCI1302Social ProblemsA study of the major social problems in contemporary American society and an analysis of proposed approaches that attempt to address them.
SOCI2190Study in Juvenile ViolenceNo Description Set
SOCI2301Deviant BehaviorA review of contemporary theoretical perspectives on deviance accompanied by practical application to certain deviant behaviors.
SOCI2302Social WorkA survey of the field of social work. Students will become acquainted with the principles of the helping processes within the broad field of social services.
SOCI2303Statistics for the Social SciencesIntroductory course including elements of probability to support statistical theory. Topics include theoretical distributions, discrete and continuous variables, and tests of hypotheses. Suggested for majors in the social and behavioral sciences. TI-...
SOCI2303HSStatistics for the Social SciencesIntroductory course including elements of probability to support statistical theory. Topics include theoretical distributions, discrete and continuous variables, and tests of hypotheses. Suggested for majors in the social and behavioral sciences. TI-...
SOCI2304Marriage and FamilyA study of the institution of the family, including courtship and marriage. An analysis of marriage and family life trends with a special emphasis on a Christian framework.
SOCI2305Introduction to GerontologyWill end for fall 2014. Changed to SOCI 3306 An overview of the field of gerontology. The study includes an examination of aging in relation to sociology, psychology, biology, law, political science, literature, religion, recreation, and health. S...
SOCI2390Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3190Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3191Education and Budgetingresearch educational funding in government
SOCI3192Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3290Sociology InternshipA supervised field placement with a Christian or secular social agency.
SOCI3291Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3292Special TopicsNo Description Set
SOCI3301Mass Media and SocietyThis course analyzes the role that mass media plays in shaping our culture and is shaped by our culture. The philosophical, economic, political, and social dimensions of mass media will be examined. Offered periodically
SOCI3302Juvenile DelinquencyA study of deviant behavior by the legal minors in contemporary society, factors and conditions contributing to delinquency, control and treatment of offenders, and programs for prevention.
SOCI3303Development of Infants, Children, andAdolescentsAn interdisciplinary course emphasizing the psychosocial development of the child from conception through adolescence. A study is made of the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and moral development of the child. Fall, Spring, Summer. Prerequ...
SOCI3304Cultural AnthropologyAnalysis and description of patterns of human behavior including comparisons in technology, social organization, education, magic and religion, and art of literate and pre-literate cultures. Prerequisite: SOCI 1301
SOCI3305Internship in Sociology IA supervised field placement with a Christian or secular social agency. This course provides the student with an opportunity of integrating theory and classroom learning with actual field experience. The placement may be at the individual, family gro...
SOCI3306Study of AgingAn examination of aging in relation to sociology, psychology, biology, law, political science, literature, religion, recreation, and health. Special emphasis is placed on an understanding of gerontology from a Christian perspective.
SOCI3306Urban SociologyA study of the nature, structure, and functions of urban society. Emphasis is placed on the development of cities and problems of modern cities. Prerequisite: SOCI 1301
SOCI3307Society and Information Super-HighwayThis course focuses on how society affects and is affected by technology. The philosophical economic, political and social dimensions of the information society will be examined.
SOCI3308Internship in Sociology IIA continuation of SOCI 3305.
SOCI3309Social WorkA survey of the field of social work. Students will become acquainted with the principles of the helping process within the broad field of social services.
SOCI3310StatisticsNo Description Set
SOCI3311Marriage and Family SystemsIn this course, students will learn the historical development and principal conceptualizations of marital and family systems theory. Students will learn the theories, therapeutic processes, and techniques involved in treating marriage, family, and r...
SOCI3312Drug and Alcohol ProblemsThe philosophical, economic, political, social, and psychological dimensions of drug and alcohol problems will be examined.
SOCI3315Introduction to Forensic PsychologyIn this course students will learn the history of forensic psychology and how it differs from other forensic sciences. Students will cover a variety of topics including: careers in forensic psychology, profiling, interviewing and interrogation, eye w...
SOCI3320Social WorkWill replace SOCI 2302
SOCI3330Death and DyingAn examination of issues in the field of death awareness approached from a biblical perspective and based on biblical truth. Interactions between the dying individual and family, friends, and professionals are analyzed. Emphasis is placed on the soci...
SOCI3390Drug and Alcohol ProblemsNo Description Set
SOCI3390Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI3391Mass Media and SocietyThe philosophical, economic, political, and social dimensions of mass media will be examined. Empha- sis will be given to a Christian view of mass med- ia through servant leadership.
SOCI3392Sociology of Eastern EuropeRequires participation in the Blue Danube River Cruise tour.
SOCI3393Forensic PsychologyThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
SOCI4190Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4290Independent Study of SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4301Multicultural PerspectivesExamines the theories and operational definitions of race and ethnic relations in the social sciences within a biblical framework. Evaluates programs for the reduction of prejudice, discrimination, and racism. Analyzes historical and contemporary sta...
SOCI4301Race and EthnicityExamines the theories and operational definitions of race and ethnic relations in the social sciences within a biblical framework. Evaluates programs for the reduction of prejudice, discrimination, and racism. Analyzes historical and contemporary sta...
SOCI4302Sociological TheoryA critical survey of the foremost paradigms in contemporary sociological theory. The course emphasizes the historical intellectual location of major theoretical traditions, especially the works of Durkheim, Marx, and Weber. Contemporary schools of th...
SOCI4303Social PsychologyAn analysis of behavior of individuals in group processes with special attention to the sociocultural context of behavior.
SOCI4304Social ChangeAn analysis of viewpoints concerning social change, including the study of collective behavior and social movements as they reflect the changing structure and function of society.
SOCI4305Sociology of ReligionReligions exist within societies and among social groups. This course will study the social aspects of religion and the way religion influences and is influenced by society and culture.
SOCI4306Sociology of ReligionNo Description Set
SOCI4307CriminologyThe course considers the idea of crime and community from social, psychological, and sociological perspectives. The social patterns, characteristics, and causes of crime will be examined along with theories of control and treatment.
SOCI4310Human TraffickingThis course is designed to help students gain a better understanding of contemporary human trafficking and modern day slavery. The roles that entities such as government, the media, faith-based organizations, organized crime, and culture play in this...
SOCI4311Urban SociologyA study of the nature, structure, and functions of urban society. Emphasis is placed on the development of cities and problems of modern cities.
SOCI4312Research MethodsThe course is designed to introduce the student to the scientific method of research. Topics covered include the philosophy/logic of research, hypothesis testing, the construction of concepts, sampling, data gathering, and data analysis. Completion o...
SOCI4313Human Growth and DevelopmentA course in developmental psychology that focuses on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development from conception to death within a context of basic theories of development. Fall, Spring, Online. Prerequisite: SOCI or PSYC 130...
SOCI4316Human Growth and DevelopmentA course in developmental psychology that focuses on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development from conception to death within a context of basic theories of development.
SOCI4317Research MethodsThe course is designed to introduce the student to the scientific method of research. Topics covered include the philosophy/logic of research, hypothesis testing, the construction of concepts, sampling, data gathering, and data analysis. Completion o...
SOCI4320Special Topics in SociologyConcentrates on specialized areas of sociology. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replacement for special topics courses may only be accomplished under special topics courses with the same topic and content.
SOCI4325Adoption: Policy and PracticeThis course is designed to provide students with the concepts, knowledge, skills, and policies associated with contemporary adoption practices. The course analyzes adoption from a multi-system approach considering the viewpoints of adoption advocates...
SOCI4330Victim and VictimizationThis course is designed to address the sources of violence and its influences on people and society. Students can see the causes of victimization from different perspectives. It examines the social environmental factors that cause victimization, rela...
SOCI4332Crisis InterventionThis course examines the field of crisis intervention from a multi-disciplinary perspective including law enforcement, human services, psychology, and sociology. The evaluation and application of crisis intervention techniques, methods, and concepts...
SOCI4339Practicum in Cross-Cultural PerspectivesStudents will receive practicum hours credit for cultural experiences as they travel. Destinations can change.
SOCI4357Understanding East Asian Civilization and CultureFor students involved in cultural immersion, this course provides an exploration of basic components of local culture and the heritage of civilization of a designated host country in East Asia, including an appreciation for history, religion, festiva...
SOCI4358Understanding Japanese Societyreserved Spring 2014 crossed HIST 4360, MAGL 5360, MALA 5343
SOCI4359Travel Study in East AsiaDiscover the vibrant culture, history and society of East Asia, with a particular travel focus on one East Asian country. This travel study course introduces students to important cities, major historical sites, and different cultural regions. In add...
SOCI4389Pract. in Cross Cult PrspNo Description Set
SOCI4390Adoption Policy & PracticeNo Description Set
SOCI4392Pract in Crs Cultural PersptvThe practicum will have two components. The first will consist of classes in methodology for teaching English as a Second Language and in training for cross-cultural communication and Christian ministry. Students will study texts on relating to the...
SOCI4394Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4395Crisis InterventionRESERVED FOR SPRING 2013 CROSSED WITH CRJS 5395. CRJS/PSYC 4395
SOCI4397Understanding Chinese Civ/CultRESERVED FOR FALL 2012. CROSS LISTED WITH MAGL 5397 and HIST 4399.
SOCI4398Understanding Japanese SocietyThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
SOCI4399Society & Info. SuperhighwayNo Description Set
SOCI4490Independent Study in SociologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
SOCI4690Independent Study in SociologyNo Description Set