SOCIOLOGY

Course Description

This introductory course in Sociology begins with an overview of the nature of the discipline, followed by a survey of various aspects of the structures and dynamics of social life. The history of sociology, the views of its founders and the major modern sociological perspectives are examined afterwards. Research methods and theories in sociology are explored to illustrate how thinking sociologically adds to our knowledge of the world around us. In this course, basic topics of sociology such as culture, socialization, media, family, education, social stratification, urbanization, social change are analyzed through different sociological perspectives. The course is accommodated to groups of students with different backgrounds and professional education. Class discussions on covered topics are encouraged and are valuable parts of this course.

SOCIOLOGY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Learn the meaning of "sociology"
2. 02 Be able to analyse a culture
3. 03 Understand the problem of ethnocentrism
4. 04 Be able to make the difference between crime and deviance
5. 05 Be able to define a "family" in a sociological perspective
6. 06 Learning the importance of objectivity in research
7. 07 Gain an overview of major sociological perspective
8. 08 Be able to understand the difference between common sense and scientific data
9. 09 Be able to think about the importance of socialization
10. 10 be able to connect various social sciences between them

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Sociology; Richard Shaefer; 2014
2. 02 https://courses.lumenlearning.com/wm-introductiontosociology/

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Learn the meaning of "sociology"
2. L02 Be able to analyse a culture
3. L03 Understand the problem of ethnocentrism
4. L04 Be able to make the difference between crime and deviance
5. L05 Be able to define a "family" in a sociological perspective
6. L06 Learning the importance of objectivity in research
7. L07 Gain an overview of major sociological perspective
8. L08 Be able to understand the difference between common sense and scientific data
9. L09 Be able to think about the importance of socialization
10. L10 be able to connect various social sciences between them
11. L11 Can explain fundamental social institutions and their basic properties. SOLO 3
12. L12 Explain the three paradigms (perspectives) in sociology. SOLO 3
13. L13 Can employ sociological imagination in analyzing imaginary or real world cases. SOLO 4
14. L14 Can define how mass media, urbanization, education etc. are approached by the 3 paradigms. SOLO 3
15. L15 Can define the basic concepts of sociology. SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2. P02 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3. P03 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4. P04 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively
5. P05 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions
6. P06 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7. P07 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8. P08 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning ; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself
9. P09 Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10. P10 Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11. P11 Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

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