Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDCM-0186
Organization's ID:
Sociology 305
Organization:
Study.com, LLC
Length:
20 weeks (44 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 social sciences
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to approach sociology concepts through workplace perspectives. Students will learn how to describe and evaluate topics like workplace culture, work-life balance, the impact of workplace technology, social occupations and more.

Learning Outcomes:

  • break down theoretical explanations of work
  • explain how work and the workplace have evolved over time
  • evaluate factors that contribute to stress, conflict, and inequality in the workplace
  • apply and reframe sociological theories to mitigate conflict in the workplace
  • measure the impact of organizational culture on performance, productivity, and job satisfaction
  • evaluate and anticipate the influence of technology and globalization on interpersonal relationships in the workplace

General Topics:

  • Historical foundations of work in sociology
  • Conceptual foundations of work in sociology
  • Social occupations and types of labor
  • Workplace organization and management in society
  • Work and inequality in society
  • Workplace culture
  • Economic trends and US labor
  • Balancing work and family in society
  • Technology and work in society
  • The impact of globalization on work
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials