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SOC 411 - Sociology of Disaster |
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the sociological dimension of disasters, major events which disrupt the prevailing order of society by causing injury, death, and/or property loss to large numbers of people. Possible case studies for the course include earthquakes, heat waves, hurricanse, oil spills, chemical releases, or terrorist attacks. A service project is normally required in this course. Permission of Instructor is required.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: School of Continuing Education, Graduate Level, Graduate Level, Graduate, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Classroom Based Sociology & Anthropology Department |
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