SOCI307 - Sociology of Aging

Course Details

Course Code: SOCI307 Course ID: 4783 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate

In this course the social construction of age and aging in the U.S. will be examined. The sociological perspective will be used to explore social problems associated with aging and the elderly, the influence of various social institutions on older adults, and sociological theories and research associated with aging. The course will also examine the impact of government, healthcare, the media, and various social factors such as race and gender on the experiences of older adults.

Course Schedule

Registration Dates Course Dates Start Month Session Weeks
12/25/2023 - 05/31/2024 06/03/2024 - 07/28/2024 June Spring 2024 Session D 8 Week session
03/25/2024 - 08/30/2024 09/02/2024 - 10/27/2024 September Summer 2024 Session D 8 Week session

Previous Syllabi

Not current for future courses.