SOC 220 - Deviance and Social Control

The study of deviant behaviors, individuals and groups, with emphasis on social order, power and identity. Use of the sociological perspective to explore definitions of deviance, theories of deviance, processes by which individuals become labeled as deviant, the nature of deviant identities and societal consequences of constructions of deviance.

Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

Prerequisites: SOC 101 or permission.

Credits: 3