4 credits Examines the relationship between the social construction of deviance and individual behavior, the deviant career and the labeling process, and theories of conflict and social control. Explores the complementary process of social conformity. Analyzes contemporary social law and policy relevant to deviance and social control. Prerequisite(s): SOAN 204 or SOC 204, junior standing and 4 credits of upper division sociology or instructor consent. * This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless the course is stated to be repeatable in the description above: SOC 454. Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)
