What is Sociology? Sociology is the scientific study of
society. Society means the various groups of people, in any
culture, that live and interact with a specific territory,
generally a nation.
Study Topics in Sociology:
Family Studies; types of families; marriage; divorce; dating; sexual
relationships
Gender: masculinity; femininity; gender images in the media; earnings
difference between men and women; sexism
Sexuality: rape; domestic violence; sexual orientation
Race Relations: ethnic studies; racial stereotypes; racism
Social Class: poverty; homeless; social inequality
Deviant Behavior: crime; violence; drug use and abuse
Population studies: fertility; mortality; life expectancy
Global Stratification: theories of economic development
Culture: norms; values; belief systems
Sociology at FRCC, Westminster Campus
SOC 101 gt Introduction to Sociology I
SOC 102 gt Introduction to Sociology II
SOC 205 gt Family Dynamics
SOC 215 gt Contemporary Social Problems
SOC 216 gt Sociology of Gender
SOC 231 gt Deviant Behavior
Contact Information:
Marty Gonzales, Sociology Faculty
marty.gonzales@frontrange.edu
303 404 5392
Front Range Community College
3645 W. 112th Ave, Westminster, CO 80031
