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Social Science Department Social Science Department Room C459 (718) 482-5785 Social Science courses examine why people behave the way they do; why society is the way it is; who has power, wealth, and prestige; and how they got them. Many of the courses emphasize the themes of ethnicity, class, gender, and power through which students can better understand themselves, society, and the world in which they live. The department offers interdisciplinary courses as well as courses in anthropology, economics, history, political science, psychology, sociology and urban study. Department Faculty Lily Shohat, Chairperson; Gilberto Arroyo, Lakshmi Bandlamudi, Lara Beaty, Vanessa Bing, Bojana Blagojevic, Lorraine Cohen, Timothy Coogan, Nurper Gokhan, Vincent Andre Keeton, Soloman Kone, Steven Lang, Richard K. Lieberman, Arianna Martinez, Janet Michello, Karen Miller, Sreca Perunovic, Joanne Pierre-Louis, Joanne R. Reitano, Lawrence Rushing, Shara Sand, John Shean, Maritza Straughn-Williams, George Sussman, Eduardo Vianna, Jennifer Wynn Anthropology SSA100 Introduction to Anthropology 3 credits; 3 hours In this course, students will be introduced to the fields of anthropology-physical anthropology, archaeology, cultural anthropology, and anthropological topics in linguistics. The aim shall be to explore the origins and development of some of the world’s hunter-gatherer, agricultural, peasant and industrial societies. Utilizing examples from both extinct and modern-day societies, the student will gain an appreciation of the wide diversity of human cultures. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101 SSA101 Cultural Anthropology 3 credits; 3 hours This course examines the similarities and differences found in the various types of human cultures and societies. It acquaints students with the basic concepts that help explain differences and similarities. The role of culture and language in determining human behavior is examined as is the interrelationship of aspects of behavior (economics, politics, family, and religion) in different types of societies. Patterns of cultural change will also be discussed. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101 SSA103 Introduction to Archaeology 3 credits; 3 hours This course provides an overview of the rapidly expanding field of Archaeology. Modern archaeological theories, the various disciplines of Archaeology, field techniques and the future of Archaeology will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on the history of the field, how modern archaeology varies from its earlier processes, and how archaeology relates to the various fields of social and natural sciences. Instruction will include both guided and assigned field trips. Prerequisites: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA/099/ENC101, MAT096 SSA106 Anthropology of Latin America 3 credits; 3 hours This course will focus on the different peoples and cultures of Latin America, including Indian groups, rural communities of peasants, blacks and other plantation workers, urbanized peasants, urban workers, new middle classes and elites. The social and cultural organization of each of these groups will be examined, particularly in their relationship to the larger society. The impact of the global economy on Latin American cultures will also be examined. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101 SSA120 Peoples and Cultures of the Caribbean 3 credits; 3 hours This course will survey the evolution of cultures in the Caribbean from the original formation of Native American societies through the age of European conquest, colonization and cultural dominance, to the contemporary period of national independence, and the revival of previously marginalized, subordinated cultures. The focus will be on analyzing the unique Caribbean economic, family, stratification, political, and cultural systems formed out of the fusion of Native American, European, African and Asian peoples and cultures. Prerequisite: ENC/ENG101 SSN/HUN180 Introduction to Intercultural Communications 3 credits; 3 hours The course introduces students to the dynamics of intercultural communication and enables them to communicate more effectively in multicultural settings. Through field trips, cultural research, and role-plays, students develop the skills needed to look objectively at other cultures. Using New York City as a laboratory, they gain experience identifying and analyzing dominant cultural patterns, thus improving their ability to understand the often perplexing behavior of people from cultures other than their own. Prerequisite: MAT095, ENC/ENG101, HUC101 or HUL100, and one Social Science elective from the list on page 174. This is a Writing Intensive course. SSN182 Urban Anthropology 3 credits; 3 hours This course examines urban culture and society in different parts of the world. It includes an examination of the role cities play in different societies, urbanization in developing societies, and a comparison of urban society and culture in developing societies with urban life in the United States. Field trips to sites in New York City such as new immigrant communities will be included to familiarize the students with recent changes in urban culture. 167
Social Science Department Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101, MAT095, and one Social Science elective from the list on page 174. This is a Writing Intensive course. Criminal Justice the contemporary urban crime scene; others persist across generations. Themes explored include fear, crime and the city; social disorganization; prisoner reintegration; policing, gangs and gun control; and drug laws. This course will be a writing intensive and e-portfolio course with an experiential component. Prerequisite: ENC/G101, SSJ101 This is a Writing Intensive course. SSJ101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits; 3 hours This course provides an introductory survey of the American criminal justice system and its four key components: police, courts, corrections and the juvenile justice system. It will introduce students to the definition, measurement and causes of crime. General issues for consideration will include the role of discretion in the administration of criminal justice, due process, and contemporary changes in the American criminal justice system. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101 SSJ102 Criminology 3 credits; 3 hours This course explores the nature, causes and treatment of criminal behavior with an emphasis on classical and contemporary theories. The biological, social, psychological and environmental theories underlying crime and deviance are explored, as well as current approaches to punishment, treatment and prevention. Prerequisite: ENC/G101, SSJ101 SSJ202 Corrections and Sentencing 3 credits; 3 hours This course examines the policies and practices of the criminal justice system following the arrest and conviction of a crime, including correctional law. The historical development of correctional institutions and corrections and sentencing ideology are discussed, as well as the functions of agencies that provide correctional services: probation, jails, prisons, parole and intermediate sanctions. In addition, important controversies and major trends in contemporary correctional practice are explored. Prerequisite: ENC/G101, SSJ101 SSJ203 Policing 3 credits; 3 hours This course examines the historical development, present organization and multiple functions of policing. Readings based on theory and empirical research will examine key areas in policing including: recruitment and training; stress and hazards of policing; police subcultures; methods of policing; criminal investigation; legal concerns; police accountability, ethics and corruption; community policing and police-minority relations. Prerequisite: ENC/G101, SSJ101 SSN204 Crime and Justice in Urban Society 3 credits; 3 hours This course examines critical issues concerning crime and justice in urban settings. Some issues are current and topical, applying to Economics SSE103 Introduction to Microeconomics 3 credits; 3 hours This course will study price determination and distribution under alternative market structures as well as government intervention in the market. A comparison of the market economy to alternative systems will also be examined. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101, MAT096 SSE104 Introduction to Macroeconomics 3 credits; 3 hours This course will examine what determines the aggregate level of economic activity. The levels of production, employment and prices will be studied in relationship to aggregate expenditures. Institution arrangements of monetary and fiscal policy to address unemployment and inflation will also be covered. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101, MAT096 SSE105 International Economics 3 credits; 3 hours This course introduces students to the allocation of resources in the world economy. Specifically, students will examine how capitalist and socialist countries manage their resources. In addition, students will learn about major issues in international trade and finance, economic development in third world countries, pollution and the environment, defense spending, and the economics of energy. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101, MAT096 SSE125 World Geography 3 credits; 3 hours The course studies the influence of physical features and climates of the world on human activities, production, distribution, and other economic activities. Emphasis is placed on the location and distribution patterns of the world’s resources and their uses. Topics studied include urban geography, geopolitics of oil and gas, and preparation and interpretations of maps by physical features and cultural aspects. Prerequisite: CSE099, ENA/ENG/ESA099/ENC101, MAT095 SSN189 The Urban Economy 3 credits; 3 hours This course examines key economic problems facing cities and urban neighborhoods, particularly those of New York City. The students will study how supply and demand, land use, taxation, 168
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