SOC 401
Theories of Social Interaction
Section: 001

Course Description

Contributions of Weber, Simmel, Mead, Homans, Goffman and others to contemporary micro-level sociological theories. Origins and development of symbolic interaction, ethnomethodology, exchange theory and dramaturgy. Theories of the self, social construction of reality, emotions, interpersonal relationships. Interrelationship of theory and research; use of original works.

Fall 2025

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
August 18, 2025
Classes End:
December 2, 2025
Location:
00150 Withers Hall
Class Days:
M W
Class Start Time:
1:30pm
Class End Time:
2:45pm

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: 3 cr. in SOC, 200 level R: Sociology and Criminology Majors and Minors