Course Descriptions

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Sociology (SOC)

SOC-135 Death and Dying

3 credits—This course provides a basic background on historical and contemporary perspectives on death and dying. Attention is given to current American practices regarding death, as well as cross-cultural interpretation. Emphasis is also placed on the special situation of the terminally ill and bereaved.

Lecture Hours: 48

Course Type: General Education / Transfer

2023–2024 Course Cost: $652.50

2024–2025 Course Cost: $675.00

Course Cost Calculation

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Course cost is subject to change.

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Contact Information

Registrar's Office

Hawkeye Center 114
319-296-2460
Email the Registrar's Office

800-670-4743
319-296-1609 (fax)

Regular Hours — Spring 2024

January 3 – May 10, 2024
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm

If campus is closed, the Registrar's Office is also closed. This includes weather-related closings. See the Academic Calendar for scheduled college closings.

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