Sociology of the Family

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Overview

Subject area

ANT

Catalog Number

3131

Course Title

Sociology of the Family

Description

This course examines the family as a social, political, and economic institution. The development of family forms and familial roles is studied in relation to types of societal organization. Topics to be investigated with regard to contemporary American families include the social construction of intimacy and sexuality, the politics of reproduction, early parenting, and continuing parent-child relations.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule