SOC 207 - Introduction to Sociological Theory

1. Describe the historical origins and contemporary relevance of sociological theory.
2. Classify the major types of sociological theory (positivist, interpretive and critical theory) and identify the intellectual traditions associated with each type.
3. Apply major contemporary sociological perspectives (e.g., functionalism, symbolic interaction and conflict perspectives) to the study of society and social life.
4. Identify the appropriate research methods associated with each sociological perspective and theoretical type.
5. Critically analyze major sociological theories including those regarding the relationships between individual problems, social structure, and contemporary social issues.