Core Competencies

College and Course

Number
Course Title Competency Acquired

CSU Stanislaus
SOCL 3030/ SOCL 4030

Research Methods/Analysis
Acquired knowledge of social
measurement, data analysis
and interpretation of gathered
research. Qualitative and
quantitative analysis used as
well as the formulation of
research design and
techniques. Year long course
which facilitated the ability to
utilize the program SPSS.

CSU Stanislaus CDEV 3240

Human Development II:
Adolescence
Attained and examined
developmental issues in
adolescent development which
included physical,
psychological and cognitive
effects of puberty. Ability to
understand and interact
appropriately with adolescents.

CSU Stanislaus COMM 2110

Group Discussion Processes
Developed, studied and
practiced discussion
methodology in small group
communication. Gathered
information, applied problem
solving techniques and
decision making as well as
expanding leadership skills.

CSU Stanislaus SOCL 3310

Social Inequalities
Understand, identify and
articulate the forms of
oppression and discrimination.
Advocate for human rights,
social and economic justice.
Engage in practices that
advance social and economic
justice.

CSU Stanislaus ETHS 2000

Contemporary African
American Studies
Ability to understand and
examine African American
culture and customs. Analysis
of cultural and social
influences within the U.S.
Provides a greater cultural
sensitivity and understanding.

Competencies in Sociology
College and Course
Number
Course Title Concentration
Competency Acquired


CSU Stanislaus SOCL 3120


Criminology
Comparison of the various
sociological, psychological,
and biological causes of
crime. Analysis and
examination of different types
and incidences of crime.


CSU Stanislaus SOCL 4170


Victimology
Analyze theories and research
on victims, victim
compensation programs,
spouse and child abuse
programs and the
communitys response to
crime. Ability to understand
victims and provide support
and sensitivity.


CSU Stanislaus SOCL 3130


Juvenile Delinquency
Examined the historical
development of the juvenile
justice system, in addition to
sociological forces which are
linked to delinquency that
include: juvenile gangs,
poverty, racism and failure in
school.


CSU Stanislaus SOCL 4740


Sociology of Mental Health
Gained knowledge in
identifying community-based
programs for treatment and
prevention of mental illness.
Ability to understand how
sociological variables can help
identify a mental health
problem. Focus on providing
treatment and preventing
emergency crisis situations.