Catalog Info
Effective Term
Fall 2014
WebAdvisor Title
Ethnic & Racial Diversity
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Introduces the sociological study of ethnic and racial groups. Explores key concepts and issues in connection with definitions of race and ethnicity, immigration, patterns of group inequality and domination, discrimination, and prejudice. Focuses on the diversity of U.S. society and explores the experiences of Native Americans and immigrant groups, including those from Africa, Asia, and Europe. Examines current patterns and consequences of immigration as well as ethnic and racial diversity in other societies.
Pre-requisites
SOC-131
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
Yes
MTA Categories
- Category 4: Social Sciences
General Education Categories
- Social Sciences
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Details
Determined by department