SOC 5160 - Sociology of Aging

Credits: 3
Max Credit: 3

The process of aging from the individual to the societal level is the focus of the course. Consequences of this process such as the increase in the number of elderly, retirement and health are examined for the major social institutions, the relationships between these institutions and American society as a whole.

Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology including SOC 1000 and at least junior standing.
Dual Listed SOC 4160.