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• SFMG 320: Critical Incident

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Serves as a comprehensive overview of critical incident management. Students will gain an understanding of critical incidents and best practices for managing these incidents that may put lives, property, or the environment at risk.
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• SFMG 330: Human Factors

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will serve as a comprehensive overview of human factors and ergonomics. Students will gain an understanding of best practices for managing and engineering human factors in real world situations.
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• SFMG 360: Fire Safety

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides an overview of fundamental concepts involved in fire prevention, fire behavior, and fire-suppression systems. Topics include fire chemistry, life safety, and fire-safety standards. Emphasis is also placed on suppression systems and control measures including building design.
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• SOCI 101: Introduction to Sociology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the concepts, theories and methods of sociology. The course cultivates a "sociological imagination", enabling students to understand how social and cultural forces guide our lives and impact the course of history. Specific topics include but will not be limited to: theory, methods, and major substantive areas of sociological study such as social class, gender, race, families, organizations, and other social institutions.
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• SOCI 102: Contemporary Social Problems

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Defines what constitutes a social problem and examines the negative impacts of a wide range of objective and subjective social problems in contemporary American society. Specific attention is paid to poverty, racism, sexism, homophobia, crime, environmental and a host of other current issues that affect large numbers of Americans. The course uses a sociological lens to uncover the effects of stereotypes, implicit biases, prejudice and discrimination upon vulnerable and marginalized groups of people living in The United States.
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• SOCI 120: Sociology of Sports

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the role of sports in American society from a sociological standpoint. Specific attention is paid to the influences of race, class and gender upon sports. The violent, commercialized and deviant dimensions of sports are also explored. This class is geared towards anyone with an interest in learning more about sports and human behavior.
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• SOCI 201: Families in Society

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines diverse forms and ideas of marriage and family life in society as reflected in changing social conditions and social policies. Focus is given to the identification and function of a wide range of values, norms, and codes, which often vary within and between societies or cultures, relevant to marriage and family decision-making. Investigates key concerns for contemporary families including communication and power, the balance of work, and family obligations.
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• SOCI 202: Race & Ethnicity

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the sociological study of societies with racial and ethnic diversity. Emphasizes theories, concepts, and evidence for understanding racial and ethnic inequality and intergroup relations. Uses a sociological lens to understand the history and current status of selected minority groups in the United States. Examines causes and consequences of prejudice and discrimination, the systemic nature of racial and ethnic inequality, and means for personal and social change.
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• SOCI 250: Sociological Research Methods

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to social science research methods common in sociology and criminal justice. Finding, reviewing and critically evaluating research literature and exploring essential components in the design of ethical research projects are central. Quantitative techniques are emphasized but attention is given to other approaches as well (e.g., qualitative and evaluation research). The course is required for sociology and criminal justice majors but is open to other interested students.? Prerequisite:    SOCI101 OR CRJ101 OR CRJS102 OR CRJU101 OR SOC1101 OR SOC211 OR SOCL101
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• SOCI 251: Quant Analysis Sociology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the logic and practice of quantitative analysis in social science research. Exposes students to important statistical tests common in non-experimental social science and sociological research. Students learn how survey questions are designed, variables are coded, and social science data are processed for descriptive and decision-making purposes. Required for sociology majors. Prerequisite:    SOCI250 OR CJA2220 OR CRJ255 OR CRJS490 OR CRJU250 OR SOC255 OR SOC3307 OR SOCL404
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