SOC 130Contemporary Social Problems

Grossmont College · 3 credits · UGRD

Catalog

A study of contemporary American and global social problems, with emphasis on the sociological theories and scientific research methods. Topics include poverty, unemployment, global economic inequality, racism, gender inequality, health care issues, crime, war, violence, terrorism, environmental degradation and the concentration of political and economic power. A critical evaluation of policies and programs for social betterment is also presented. (C-ID SOCI 115) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-4, CSU-D, IGETC-4, Cal-GETC-4)

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 3 sections

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
4287Class #4287-SOC-130-4287	Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)Aug 24 – Oct 17	Distance Education/Online WEB	Unis, R
4287 notes: Section 4287 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]

7756Class #7756-SOC-130-7756	Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)Oct 19 – Dec 21	Distance Education/Online WEB	Unis, R
7756 notes: Section 7756 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]