Urban Society

Catalog description

A sociological analysis of modern urban ways of life. The formation of a core city, suburbs, metropolitan areas, and a giant urban area (megalopolis). The development of slums and the social problems which attend slum conditions. Also, problems of urban renewal, transportation, integration of community functions, ethnic distribution, social stratification, and land usage. Major emphasis is on the New York metropolitan area as compared with other major cities. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: SOCI 101 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3