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SOC 383: Sociology of Risk

Sociology · 5 credits

Applies a sociological perspective to study the assessment, management, and communication of risk. Explores similarities and differences in understanding risk among scientists, the private and public sectors, media, policy makers, and other actors. Risks found in both the US and international contexts will be discussed and may include risks related to terrorism, crime, environmental and health hazards, technological and natural disasters, and markets.

Offered in 7 of the 26 listed terms (Fall 2021 to Spring 2027).

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Prerequisites

SOC 221 or SOC 234 or SOC 251 or SOC 255 or SOC 260 or SOC 268 or SOC 269 or SOC 271 or SOC 1PR or HNRS 252

From Banner's catalog for Spring 2027. Banner lists only the requisites it enforces, so check the catalog entry too.

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Every offering in the listed terms (7 sections)