SOCL 3220 - Social Problems

5 credit hours
Formerly - SOCL 210

Exploration of the basic institutions and social structure of America. Analysis of main patterns and trends since WWII in population, environment, technology, economy, politics, family, and class, interpreted as a transformation to a post-industrial soci-ety. Reflection on origin and nature of American values and character structure (esp. Weber); problems and future prospects.