Sociology (BS) - General Track
Program of Study
Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Area A Essential Skills | ||
| ENGL 1101 | English Composition I (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| ENGL 1102 | English Composition II (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Quantitative Skills and Reasoning | ||
| Introduction to Mathematical Modeling | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Pre-Calculus | ||
| Applied Calculus | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Area A Total | 9 | |
| Area B Institutional Options 1 | ||
| B1: Select 3 hours of following courses: | 3 | |
| Public Speaking | ||
Any Foreign Language 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002 | ||
| B2: Select 1 or 2 hours of the following courses: | 1-2 | |
| Scholarship Across the Disciplines | ||
| Introduction to Servant Leadership | ||
| Perspectives 1-hour | ||
| Perspectives 2-hour | ||
| Area B Total | 4-5 | |
| Area C Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics | ||
| Select one of the following humanities courses: | 3 | |
| World Literature I | ||
| World Literature II | ||
| Comparative Arts 2 | ||
| The Western Intellectual Tradition | ||
ITDS 1774 Introduction to Digital Humanities | ||
| Historical Perspectives on the Philosophy of Science and Mathematics | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Select one of the following fine arts courses: | 3 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| Comparative Arts 2 | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Theatre Appreciation | ||
| Introduction to the History of Art I– Prehistoric through Gothic | ||
| Introduction to the History of Art II– Renaissance through Modern | ||
| Area C Total | 6 | |
| Area D Science/Math/Technology 1 | ||
| D1: Select two science courses from the following list. One science course must include a lab; the other science course may or may not include the lab: | 7-8 | |
| Human Origins (no lab) | ||
| Descriptive Astronomy: The Solar System and Descriptive Astronomy Lab (lab optional) | ||
| Descriptive Astronomy: Stars and Galaxies and Descriptive Astronomy Lab | ||
| Understanding the Weather and Understanding the Weather Lab | ||
| Principles of Biology (lab included) | ||
| Contemporary Issues in Biology Non-Lab (no lab) | ||
| Contemporary Issues in Biology with Lab (lab included) | ||
| Survey of Chemistry I and Survey of Chemistry I Lab | ||
| Survey of Chemistry II and Survey of Chemistry II Lab | ||
| Principles of Chemistry I and Principles of Chemistry I Lab | ||
| Principles of Chemistry II and Principles of Chemistry II Lab | ||
| Environmental Studies and Environmental Studies Laboratory (lab optional) | ||
| Sustainability and the Environment | ||
| Natural Disasters: Our Hazardous Environment (no lab) | ||
| Introductory Geoscience I: Physical Geology and Introductory Geoscience I: Physical Geology Lab | ||
| Introductory Geo-sciences II: Historical Geology and Introductory Geo-sciences II: Historical Geology Lab | ||
| The Fossil Record (lab included) | ||
| Introductory Physics I and Introductory Physics I Lab | ||
| Introductory Physics II and Introductory Physics II Lab | ||
| Physics of Color and Sound and Physics of Color and Sound Lab (lab optional) | ||
| Principles of Physics I and Principles of Physics I Lab | ||
| Principles of Physics II and Principles of Physics II Lab | ||
| D2: Select one of the following or a science course from above: | 3-4 | |
| Introduction to Computing Principles and Technology | ||
| Computer Science I | ||
| Introduction to Data Science | ||
| Introduction to the Geographic Information Systems | ||
| Pre-Calculus | ||
| Applied Calculus | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | ||
| Computer-Assisted Problem Solving | ||
| Introduction to Discrete Mathematics | ||
| Formal Logic | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Area D Total | 10-11 | |
| Area E Social Sciences | ||
| HIST 2111 | U. S. History to 1865 | 3 |
| or HIST 2112 | U. S. History since 1865 | |
| POLS 1101 | American Government | 3 |
| Select one of the following behavioral science courses: | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Moral Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Select one of the following world culture courses: | 3 | |
| Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Discovering Archaeology | ||
| Ancient World Civilizations | ||
| Language and Culture | ||
| World Regional Geography | ||
| World History to 1500 | ||
| World History since 1500 | ||
| Introduction to International Studies and Cross-Cultural Learning | ||
| Understanding Non-Western Cultures | ||
| Area E Total | 12 | |
| Wellness Requirement | ||
| KINS 1106 | Lifetime Wellness | 2 |
| or PHED 1205 | Concepts of Fitness | |
| Select one PEDS course | 1 | |
| Wellness Total | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 45 | |
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Note: Students must complete Area B and Area D with a combined total of 15 credit hours within the following ranges. Any additional hours may be applied to Area F or beyond, depending on the program of study. Students should consult their advisors.
- Area B1, 3 hours;
- Area B2, 1-2 hours;
- Area D1, 7-8 hours;
- Area D2, 3-4 hours.
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ITDS 1145 Comparative Arts, though listed under both humanities and fine arts, may be taken only once.
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| Complete the core requirements for this program | 45 | |
| Core Total | 45 | |
| Area F Courses Related to Major | ||
| Minimum grade of C is required | ||
| SOCI 1101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOCI 1168 | Social Problems | 3 |
| Select 12 credits from Area F Electives | 12 | |
| Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Discovering Archaeology | ||
| Introduction to Forensic Anthropology | ||
| Human Origins | ||
| Ancient World Civilizations | ||
| Language and Culture | ||
| Human Skeletal Analysis | ||
Foreign Language 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002 | ||
| Introduction to Computing Principles and Technology | ||
| Computer Science I | ||
| Computer Science II | ||
| Computer Organization | ||
| Data Structures | ||
| Internet Programming | ||
| Selected Topics in Computer Science | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| World Regional Geography | ||
| Introduction to the Geographic Information Systems | ||
| World History to 1500 | ||
| World History since 1500 | ||
| U. S. History to 1865 | ||
| U. S. History since 1865 | ||
| Quantitative Skills and Reasoning | ||
| Introduction to Mathematical Modeling | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Pre-Calculus | ||
| Applied Calculus | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | ||
| Computer-Assisted Problem Solving | ||
| Introduction to Linear Algebra | ||
| Introduction to Discrete Mathematics | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry 3 | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Critical Thinking | ||
| Moral Philosophy | ||
| Formal Logic | ||
| Introduction to Political Science | ||
| State and Local Government | ||
| Global Issues | ||
| Introduction to General Psychology | ||
| Lifespan Developmental Psychology | ||
| Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Introduction to Social Work and Welfare | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Area F Total | 18 | |
| Area G Program Requirements | ||
| Minimum grade of C is required | ||
| SOCI 3103 | Sociological Theory | 3 |
| SOCI 3111 | Social Research Methods | 3 |
| SOCI 3165 | Social Stratification and Inequality | 3 |
| SOCI 3114 | Community Engagement Techniques | 3 |
| SOCI 4796 | Sociology Capstone | 3 |
| Area G Total | 15 | |
| Area H Program Electives | ||
| Minimum grade of C is required | ||
| Select 24 hours of SOCI courses at the 3000 level or higher | 24 | |
| Area H Total | 24 | |
| Area I General Electives | ||
| Select 21 credits | 21 | |
| Area I Total | 21 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 123 | |
Program Map
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On Campus Program Map
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| ENGL 1101 | English Composition I (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Elementary Statistics (Recommended) | ||
| Quantitative Skills and Reasoning | ||
| Introduction to Mathematical Modeling | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Pre-Calculus | ||
| Applied Calculus | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | ||
| Area B1 | COMM 1110 Public Speaking or foreign language 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002 | 3 |
| POLS 1101 | American Government | 3 |
| SOCI 1101 | Introduction to Sociology (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Area F | Elective (minimum grade of C) * | 3 |
| ENGL 1102 | English Composition II (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA B2 | Seminar(s) 1 | 2 |
| AREA C | Any Fine Arts | 3 |
| KINS 1106 |
Lifetime Wellness or Concepts of Fitness or Concepts of Fitness for Online Students |
2 |
| SOCI 1168 | Social Problems (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| HIST 2111 or HIST 2112 |
U. S. History to 1865 or U. S. History since 1865 |
3 |
| AREA D | Any Science with Lab | 4 |
| DATA 1501 | Introduction to Data Science (Recommended) | 3 |
or other math/science/tech course |
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| AREA H | Sociology 3000/4000 Program Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| AREA C | Any Humanities | 3 |
| AREA E | Behavioral Science 2 | 3 |
| AREA D | Any Science without Lab | 3 |
| AREA H | Sociology 3000/4000 Program Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Any PEDS | 1 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SOCI 3103 | Sociological Theory (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| SOCI 3165 | Social Stratification and Inequality (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA E | Any World Cultures | 3 |
| AREA H | Sociology 3000/4000 Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| SOCI 3114 | Community Engagement Techniques (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| SOCI 3111 | Social Research Methods (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA H | Select two Sociology 3000/4000 Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| AREA H | Select two Sociology 3000/4000 Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| AREA F | Select two Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| SOCI 4796 | Sociology Capstone (Satisfactory grade required) | 3 |
| AREA F | Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA H | Sociology 3000/4000 Electives (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Electives | 6 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 123 | |
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Area F Electives: Select 12 hours from the following choices: ANTH 1105, 1107, 1109, 1145, 2105, 2136, 2137, 2205 (4 hrs); Foreign Language 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002; CPSC 1105, 1301K (4 hrs), 1302, 2105, 2108, 2125, 2555; ECON 2105, 2106; GEOG 1101, 2215 (4 hrs); HIST 1111,1112, 2111, 2112; MATH 1001, 1101, 1111, 1113 (4 hrs), 1125, 1131 (4 hrs), 1132 (4 hrs), 1165, 2115, 2125, 2135 (4 hrs); PHIL 2010, 2020, 2030, 2500; POLS 2101, 2201, 2401; PSYC 1101, 2103, 2125, 2127; SOCI 2126; STAT 1401
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Choose from the following B2 courses:
ITDS 1779 Scholarship Across Disciplines
LEAD 1705 Introduction to Servant Leadership
PERS 1506 Perspectives 1-hour
PERS 1507 Perspectives 2-hours
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Except SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology and PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology, which are required in Area F.
Online Program Map
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| ENGL 1101 | English Composition I (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Elementary Statistics (Recommended) | ||
| Quantitative Skills and Reasoning | ||
| Introduction to Mathematical Modeling | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Pre-Calculus | ||
| Applied Calculus | ||
| Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | ||
| Area B1 | COMM 1110 Public Speaking or foreign language 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002 | 3 |
| POLS 1101 | American Government | 3 |
| SOCI 1101 | Introduction to Sociology (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Area F | Elective (minimum grade of C) * | 3 |
| ENGL 1102 | English Composition II (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA B2 | Seminar(s) 1 | 2 |
| AREA C | Any Fine Arts | 3 |
| PHED 1206 | Concepts of Fitness for Online Students (online) | 2 |
| SOCI 1168 | Social Problems (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| HIST 2111 or HIST 2112 |
U. S. History to 1865 or U. S. History since 1865 |
3 |
| AREA D | Any Science with Lab | 4 |
| DATA 1501 | Introduction to Data Science (Recommended) | 3 |
or other math/science/tech course |
||
| AREA H | Select two Sociology 3000/4000 Program Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| AREA C | Any Humanities | 3 |
| AREA E | Behavioral Science 2 | 3 |
| AREA D | Any Science without Lab | 3 |
| SOCI 3103 | Sociological Theory (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| PEDS 1310 | Fitness Walking for Online Students (online) | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SOCI 3165 | Social Stratification and Inequality (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA E | Any World Cultures | 3 |
| AREA F | Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA H | Sociology 3000/4000 Program Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |
| Social Research Methods (minimum grade of C) | ||
CRJU 3117 |
minimum grade of C | |
| CRJU 3107 | Statistics for Criminal Justice and Sociology (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA H | Select two Sociology 3000/4000 Program Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| AREA H | Select two Sociology 3000/4000 Program Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| AREA F | Select two Area F Electives (minimum grade of C) | 6 |
| AREA I | Elective | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| SOCI 4796 | Sociology Capstone (Satisfactory grade required) | 3 |
| AREA F | Elective (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA H | Sociology 3000/4000 Program Electives (minimum grade of C) | 3 |
| AREA I | Select two Area I Electives | 6 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 123 | |
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Area F Electives: Select 12 hours from the following choices: ANTH 1105, 1107, 1109, 1145, 2105, 2136, 2137, 2205 (4 hrs); Foreign Language 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002; CPSC 1105, 1301K (4 hrs), 1302, 2105, 2108, 2125, 2555; ECON 2105, 2106; GEOG 1101, 2215 (4 hrs); HIST 1111,1112, 2111, 2112; MATH 1001, 1101, 1111, 1113 (4 hrs), 1125, 1131 (4 hrs), 1132 (4 hrs), 1165, 2115, 2125, 2135 (4 hrs); PHIL 2010, 2020, 2030, 2500; POLS 2101, 2201, 2401; PSYC 1101, 2103, 2125, 2127; SOCI 2126; STAT 1401
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Choose from the following B2 courses:
ITDS 1779 Scholarship Across Disciplines
LEAD 1705 Introduction to Servant Leadership
PERS 1506 Perspectives 1-hour
PERS 1507 Perspectives 2-hours
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Except SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology and PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology, which are required in Area F.