A critical evaluation of sociological theory and research focusing on power and politics in society. Topics covered include: the dimensions of power (economic, political, ideological), classes and class conflict, political socialization, the origin and nature of the state, and the welfare state. Students may not hold credit for SOC 3380 and any of: SOC 3471 or the former SOC 3470 [3 credits]
A critical evaluation of sociological theory and research focusing on power and politics in society. Topics covered include: the dimensions of power (economic, political, ideological), classes and class conflict, political socialization, the origin and nature of the state, and the welfare state. Students may not hold credit for SOC 3380 and any of: SOC 3471 or the former SOC 3470 [3 credits]
