SOC 211 - Sociology of Race and Ethnicity

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

This course provides an overview of the sociological study of race and ethnicity as social systems. Students use sociological theories and research methods to analyze these issues. Topics include the social construction of race and ethnicity, systems of inequality, historical and changing content of racial and ethnic identities, forms of dominant-subordinate relationships, discrimination and prejudice and their effects at individual and institutional levels, policy and political issues surrounding race and ethnicity in the United States and globally.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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