SOCIOL 148 (2016-08-17 - 2099-12-19)

SOCIOL 148

4 Units

Social Policy

Offered through Sociology
About this Course
Catalog Course Description

In this course, we will examine American policy responses to poverty and inequality and evaluate various theories. We will pay particular attention to the role of pulic opinion, interest groups, race and class relations, social movements, and the state in explaining the American social welfare provision.

Classes Offered
Hours & Workload
Fall Term

3 hours of Instructor presentation of course materials per week and 9 to 7 hours of Outside Work Hours per week and 0 to 2 hours of The exchange of opinions or questions on course material per week.

Spring Term

3 hours of Instructor presentation of course materials per week and 9 to 7 hours of Outside Work Hours per week and 0 to 2 hours of The exchange of opinions or questions on course material per week.