Sociology
22 courses · Mt. San Antonio College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027
SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for ENGL 68
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
Systematic study of human relations and social structures emphasizing the interaction between personality, culture and society. Special consideration is given to an understanding of group behavior, personality formation, social organization, and social change.
SOC 1H Introduction to Sociology - Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Acceptance into the Honors Program
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 110
Systematic study of human relations and social structures emphasizing the interaction between personality, culture, and society. Special consideration is given to an understanding of group behavior, personality formation, social organization, and social change. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 1 and SOC 1H.
SOC 2 Contemporary Social Problems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 115
Sociological principles and concepts as applied in the understanding of social problems. Special emphasis on the analysis of social values, social organization, role, status and stress, and also on the study of controversial public issues that arise in contemporary American society. Students will be encouraged to evaluate and discuss both the theoretical and practical approaches to social problems.
SOC 2H Contemporary Social Problems - Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Acceptance into the Honors Program
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 115
Sociological principles and concepts as applied in the understanding of social problems. Special emphasis on the analysis of social values, social organization, role, status and stress, and also on the study of controversial public issues that arise in contemporary American society. Students will be encouraged to evaluate and discuss both the theoretical and practical approaches to social problems. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 2 and SOC 2H.
SOC 5 Introduction to Criminology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 160
A scientific analysis of the nature, extent, and causes of violations of societal rules of behavior that are formally defined as crime and delinquency. Includes an analysis of the theoretical perspectives of the sociology of deviance on the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on society.
SOC 5H Introduction to Criminology - Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Acceptance into the Honors Program
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 160
A scientific analysis of the nature, extent, and causes of violations of societal rules of behavior that are formally defined as crime and delinquency. Includes an analysis of the theoretical perspectives of the sociology of deviance on the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on society. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 5 and SOC 5H.
SOC 7 Religion, Culture, and Change
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A sociological exploration of religion as a social institution. Focus is on the influence that religion has on society and examines themes of race, class, gender, and media.
SOC 10 Contemporary Issues in Social Work
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explores a sociological perspective on social work, human services, and social welfare systems in the United States. Special attention is given to discussing the role of social work and social justice in contemporary issues including poverty, homelessness, hunger, unemployment, mental health, human trafficking, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning+ (LGBTQ+) community, veterans, and other vulnerable populations.
SOC 12 Introduction to Research Methods in the Social Sciences
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- (SOC 1 or SOC 1H) and (SOC 23 or PSYC 10 or (STAT C1000 or MATH 110) or (STAT C1000H or MATH 110H)) and Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 120
Students examine fundamental elements of empirical research and the ways in which sociologists gather, evaluate, and critique social data. Includes attention to the nature of theory, hypotheses, variables, and ethics of research. Application of qualitative and quantitative analytic tools, including logic and research design, such as survey, observational, experimental, case study, and comparative historical research. Computer applications recommended.
SOC 14 Marriage and the Family
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for ENGL 68
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 130
Sociological functions of dating, engagement, weddings, marriage, and the family. Focuses on influences and theories of mate selection, love, and interpersonal attraction. Covers trends and changes in marriage, the family, and gender roles. Explores different types of families and family patterns.
SOC 14H Marriage and the Family - Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Acceptance in the Honors Program
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 130
Sociological functions of dating, engagement, weddings, marriage, and the family. Focuses on influences and theories of mate selection, love, and interpersonal attraction. Covers trends and changes in marriage, the family, and gender roles. Explores different types of families and family patterns. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 14 and SOC 14H.
SOC 15 Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (credit limitation)
Explores childhood and adolescence in various historical and social contexts. Examines the relationship between child development and agents of socialization, such as, education, mass media, family, peers, government, religion, etc.
SOC 20 Introduction to Race and Ethnicity
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 150
Ethnic and racial groups in the U.S. and social factors leading to prejudice, discrimination, and stereotypes. Four major ethnic groups (Blacks, Asians, Native Americans, and Latinos) examined with emphasis placed on historical experiences, contemporary circumstances, and future trends.
SOC 20H Introduction to Race and Ethnicity - Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A and Acceptance into the Honors Program
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 150
Ethnic and racial groups in the U.S. and social factors leading to prejudice, discrimination, and stereotypes. Four major ethnic groups (Blacks, Asians, Native Americans, and Latinos) examined with emphasis placed on historical experiences, contemporary circumstances and future trends. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 20 and SOC 20H.
SOC 23 Introduction to Statistics in Sociology and Social Sciences
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- (SOC 1 or SOC 1H) and eligibility for (STAT C1000 or MATH 110) or (STAT C1000H or MATH 110H)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (credit limitation)
- C-ID
- SOCI 125
Basic statistical methods and analyses commonly used in sociological research. Topics include descriptive and inferential statistics usually include levels and types of measurement; measures of central tendency and dispersion; normal, t, and chi-square distributions; probability and hypothesis testing; correlation and regression. Computers and calculators will be utilized. Data sets will be problems from the various social sciences.
SOC 36 Pacific Islands' and Asian American Communities
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A socio-cultural study of Pacific Islanders and Asian Americans that includes race, class, and gender. Explores the contemporary experiences of peoples originating in the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Asia. Emphasizes social structure, social change, and offers a theoretical framework for analysis.
SOC 40 Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Advisory
- SOC 1 or SOC 1H and eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 140
Sociological analysis of the social construction of gender, masculinity, and femininity historically and cross-culturally. Examines the debates on sex and gender. It analyzes the impact of economic and political change on gender expectations and practices. This course focuses on macro-analyses of how institutions shape gender and microanalyses of how individuals are socialized and how they practice gender.
SOC 40H Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles - Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Acceptance into the Honors Program
- Advisory
- SOC 1 or SOC 1H
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- SOCI 140
Sociological analysis of the social construction of gender, masculinity, and femininity historically and cross-culturally. Examines the debates on sex and gender. It analyzes the impact of economic and political change on gender expectations and practices. This course focuses on macro-analyses of how institutions shape gender and microanalyses of how individuals are socialized and how they practice gender. An honors course designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 40 and SOC 40H.
SOC 110 Introduction to Social Justice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SJS 110
Intersectional study of minority groups in the United States such as race, ethnicity, gender, class, religion, sexuality, and other marginalized groups. Examines social justice movements in relation to minority groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socio-economic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups.
SOC 130 Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for (ENGL C1000 or ENGL 1A) or (ENGL C1000H or ENGL 1AH) or AMLA 1A.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SJS 130
This introductory course examines a broad range of contemporary lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) issues in various contexts including bio-medical, sociological, political, racial, and sexual.
SOC 160 Public Health and Social Justice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- PUBH 24
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This public health course provides an introduction to the health inequities in the United States that stem from unequal living conditions as described in the social determinants of health. Students will explore how education, socioeconomic status, racism, and gender shape health epidemics and policy development. Fundamental theories to advocate for health and social justice will be explored, and community organizing approaches will be practiced. May not receive credit for both SOC 160 and PUBH 25.
SOC 300 Cultural Competence in the Workplace
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture: 54
- Prerequisite
- Admission to the BS in Histotechnology
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will discuss the concept of culture, how it shapes the human experience, and the importance of cultural competence as a tool for reducing various forms of bias when working with and serving diverse populations. From the perspective of intersectionality, students will explore interplay of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, nationality, color, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability and ability, relationship status, political ideology, religion/spirituality, military service, and tribal sovereign status' among other populations.