Faculty Syllabus
SOCI-1301 Introduction to Sociology
Adrian de la Rosa
Credit Spring 2026
Section(s)
SOCI-1301-048 (28899)
LEC MEH ONL DIL
Readings
REQUIRED MATERIALS: Your textbook for this class is available for free online in webview or PDF here: www.openstax.org/details/introduction-sociology
Our book is called:
Introduction to Sociology 3e, from OpenStax,
Course Subjects
Sociological Research
Culture
Society and Social Interaction
Socialization
Deviance, Crime, and Social Control
Media and Technology
Social Stratification in the US
Global Inequality
Race & Ethnicity
Gender, Sex & Sexuality
Marriage & Family
Education
Work & Economy
Social Movements & Social Change
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
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Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology.
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Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology.
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Describe key concepts in sociology.
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Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology.
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Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces.
Office Hours
T W Th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ONL DIL
NOTE Online or South Austin Campus. You may email me and expect a response within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.T W Th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Online or South Austin Campus.
NOTE You may email me and expect a response within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.Published: 01/23/2026 19:21:44