Sociology provides you with tools to understand the society in which you live!
Are you curious about culture and cultural diversity? Do you want to learn about human
interaction and how social groups and organizations work in society? Do you ever wonder
about the impact that social norms and influences have on your day-to-day life?
Studying Sociology at Columbia Basin College (CBC) will provide you with the theoretical
knowledge and methodological tools you need to think, work and see the world like
a sociologist. Sociology courses are frequently challenging and eye-opening, and you’ll
acquire sociological knowledge and skills including the following:
- Using sociological theories to understand and analyze historical and contemporary events that shape your own life experiences
- Understanding social issues and developing problem-solving and leadership skills
- Familiarize yourself with different cultures and sub-cultures and develop an appreciation of cultural diversity
- Gain insight about how human beings interact with one another in groups and social institutions
- Learn how to be successful in your personal and professional life and contribute to your community and society
- Learn methodological tools and skills for conducting social research
- Develop awareness of ethical issues in social research
Sociologists typically perform the following types of activities:
- Design research projects to test and develop theories about social issues
- Collect data through surveys, observations, interviews and other research methods
- Prepare reports, articles and presentations to share their research
- Analyze and draw conclusions from data
- Collaborate and advise other social scientists, policymakers and other groups on research findings and sociological issues
