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SOSC 301 –  Intro to Addiction Studies (CRN: 84232) at  College of San Mateo for Fall 2024

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SOSC 301 Introduction to Addiction Studies

An introductory course for students who are interested in any area of human services and who wish to increase their knowledge of substance abuse (alcohol and other drugs) in society. Covers the history of alcohol and other drug abuse, its impact on the community and the community’s responses. Includes cultural factors of use and abuse of chemical prevention strategies and individual/society intervention. Also covers theories of substance abuse and identification of signs and symptomatology, as well as treatment resources and myths of use.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5d
Transfer Credit: CSU

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Department: Social Science

Number of Units: 3


Section
JA - Lecture and/or Discussion
Meeting Date: 08/20-12/10
Meeting Time: 6:30pm-9:20pm
Days: T
Building: 10 Room: 0192
Instructor: Walter Schulze
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class August 27, 2024
Last day to drop with a refund August 27, 2024
Last day to drop without a "W" September 2, 2024
Last day to drop with a "W" November 13, 2024
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option December 10, 2024
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