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Sociology AA-T Degree - California State University GE Breadth

This AS-T Program is designed to facilitate successful transfer to baccalaureate sociology degree programs.  This degree provides students with the lower division breadth and depth of the field of sociology.  Additionally, this degree exposes students to the core principles and practices in the field.

Total Units:
58-61

First Year

Semester 1

12-13 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
SOC 300 Z
Introductory Sociology
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
CSU Area D
SOC 301 Z
Social Problems or
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
CSU Area D
SOC 321
Race, Ethnicity and Inequality in the United States
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area D
PSYC 330
Introductory Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences or
3
MATH 120 or 125
F, S
CSU Area B4
STAT 300 Z
Introduction to Probability and Statistics
4
MATH 120 or 125
F, S, Su
CSU Area B4
CSU Area A2-Written Communication Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CSU Area A2
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Suggestion-select a course that will also meet the CSU Graduation Requirements and select a course not in SOC.

Semester 2

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
SOC 301 1 Z
Social Problems or
3
F(O) .S(O), Su(O)
CSU Area D
SOC 321 1
Race, Ethnicity and Inequality in the United States
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area D
CSU Area B2-Life Science Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area B2
CSU Area 3-Life Science Lab Z
1
F, S, Su
CSU Area B3
CSU Area A3-Critical Thinking2 CSU Area E-Lifelong Learning & Self-Development 2 Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area A3
CSU Area C1-Arts or C1-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area C1 or C2
Any Transferable Elective 3
3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Select course not taken in Semester 1.

2 Suggestion-SOC 305 Critical Thinking Soc (3 units) F, S.

3 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
CSU Area E-Lifelong Learning & Self-Development 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area E1
CSU Area A1-Oral Communication Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area A1
CSU Area C2-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area C2
Any Transferable Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferable Elective 3
3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Suggestion-SOC 310 Marriage & the Family (3 units); F, S

2 Suggestion-SOC 341 Sex & Gender in the US (3 units); F(O), S(O), Su(O).

3 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 4

15-17 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
SOC 302 Z
Introduction to Social Research Methods
3
SOC 300; Advisory: ENGWR 300 or ESLW 300 & STAT 300
S
CSU Area B1-Physical Science Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area B1
CSU Area C1-Arts Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area C1
CSU Area F-Ethnic Studies Z
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CSU Area F
Any Transferable Elective(s) 1
3-5
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available  (P) = partially online

1 Units required are determined by the number of units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Career Options/Outlook:

Sociologists with advanced degrees and professional certificates have a broad range of employment opportunities, including, but not limited to teachers, social workers, probation officers, employment counselors, urban planners, and data analysts. Career opportunities require more than two years of college study.

This field studies human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form and various social, religious, political, and business organizations. It may also include studying the behavior and interaction of groups, tracing their origin and growth and analyzing the influence of group activities on individual members.

A sample of reported job titles:

Research and Development Manager (R&D Manager), Research and Evaluation Manager, Research Associate, Research Center Director, Research Coordinator, Research Scientist, Research Specialist, Social Scientist, Sociologist, Study Director  

Projected job openings in California (2021-2031):

300

Projected growth in California (2021-2031):

5% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$92,910/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 18, 2023

Counselor Contact:  Crystal Martinez  | Faculty Contact: Nyenbeku George 

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