(3 CREDITS)
Social stratification lies at the core of society and of the discipline of sociology. Social inequality is a fundamental aspect of virtually all social processes, and a person's position in the stratification system is the most consistent predictor of his or her behavior, attitudes, and life chances. Social stratification links almost all aspects of society together, and therefore understanding what is happening to social stratification helps us understand a wide range of other changes in society. This course examines types of social stratification, in particular, social class, race, gender, sexual orientation, and ethnicity.
PREREQUISITE(S): SOC-101 or 103