SOCI - 260. Deviance

3 credit(s)
An examination of the nature of deviance, the dominant theories for explaining deviant behavior, and the implications of these theories for its control. Several examples of deviance will be discussed, with emphasis on the social factors related to their occurrence and the utility of various theories in their explanation. Gender will be included as an organizing perspective on topics covered.

Prerequisite(s): SOCI 101 or SOCI 120 orSOCI 130 or SOCI 190
Attribute: ARTS, LSRG, MULT, WSTU