SOCI 4900 - Classical Sociological Theory (3)

(Formerly SOC 490). An introductory survey of the development of the field of sociology during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Major emphasis is placed on the intellectual traditions which gave rise to sociology as a separate discipline. Theorists include Comte, Marx, Weber, Durkheim, and others. Required of all Sociology majors. Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of sociology credits or permission of the instructor