Sociology
The list below describes each course we offer, as well as prerequisites (if any) and a few other details. (How to read a course description).
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GSWS 110 Women, Knowledge, Sex & Power
(3 credits) F, W (3,0,0,0,0)
This course considers how feminism is socially constructed with regard to relations of gender, class, sexual orientation and ethnicity. Gender and Women's Studies is an interdisciplinary field that includes scholarship in areas such as masculinity, femininity, transsexual, and lesbian/gay/bi/queer studies.
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 100 Social Structure & Organization
(3 credits) F, W (3,0,0,0,0)
Basic principles and methods of sociology are introduced. Emphasis is placed upon society as institutionalized human behaviour, the various factors which control or alter it, and the effects upon the individual and the group. The major objective of the course is to develop a critical understanding of modern society.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 101 Social Processes & Institutions
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
This course will utilize the concepts and theories learned in SOC 100 to examine some of the substantive areas of sociology. Emphasis will be placed on the broad theoretical concerns inherent in each of these areas and in particular their application to Canadian society.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100.
SOC 104 Indigenous People and Canada 1
(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0,0)
Students learn the social, economic, cultural, legal and political factors that influence Aboriginal people in Canadian society. Emphasis is on pre-contact societies, the treaty process, development of the Indian Act, the Riel rebellion, and the manner in which federal and colonial governments developed policies and practices that influence contemporary issues.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s):"C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 106 Indigenous People and Canada 2
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
A critical examination of the position of Aboriginals in Canadian society with emphasis on the interaction between Aboriginals and the political, judicial, socioeconomic and value systems of the majority society. There will be an examination of contemporary land claim settlements and the development of Aboriginal self-government.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s):"C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 110 Women in Canadian Society
(3 credits) F or W (3,0,0,0,0)
A critical examination of the status of women in Canadian society. Theoretical perspectives on women's status will be analyzed. Special attention is paid to women's paid and unpaid labour, media portrayal, feminist organizations, women of colour, gender relations, and violence against women.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 112 Minority Relations in Canada
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
A critical study of Canadian multiculturalism and ethnic relations. Topics for discussion will include race, racism, human rights, ethnicity and ethnic identity, ethnic stratification, the integration and politicization of Canadian minorities, and the political economy of ethnic relations.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 120 Social Systems & the Environment
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
In this course social relations are seen within a larger biophysical context. Sociological analysis is applied to the understanding of the ideological and social-structural aspects of environmental sustainability. Economic activity, public policy, and social movements are analyzed by focusing on specific environmental issues at the regional and global levels.
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Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): ANTH 104, or SOC 100.
SOC 160 Family and Community
(3 credits) F, W (3,0,0,0,0)
Students study the variety and dynamics of family and community in contemporary society with critical examination of significant issues. How families and communities adapt to change in society is discussed. Special attention is paid to changing trends, variations in families, gender relations, family violence, community oriented interventions, and social policies.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 162 Social Problems
(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0,0)
A critical discussion of the nature of social problems in modern society. Issues at the regional, national and global levels will be analyzed, as chosen by the instructor. Various theoretical approaches will be considered and alternative solutions addressing these issues will be presented.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
SOC 200 Industrialization & Social Change
(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0,0)
A socio-historical analysis of the development of industrial society, with emphasis on Canada. Topics to be examined include the role of ideologies, theories of social change, the character of advanced capitalist societies, development and underdevelopment, colonialism and imperialism, revolution and the global economy.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150, SOC 100.
SOC 210 Class, Status, and Power
(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0,0)
This is an analysis of social stratification in industrial societies. Discussion focuses on the structure and function of social class systems and on social mobility. Emphasis will be placed upon theoretical perspectives which seek to explain social inequality, and their relevance to the understanding of social inequality in Canada.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150, SOC 100.
SOC 211 Introduction to Africa
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
The course covers the ecosystem, social structure, and human factor of pre-colonial, colonial and postcolonial Africa. Within this framework and using theories and methods of sociology and African Studies, the issues of slavery, colonialism, globalization, health, culture, community, conflict, development, trade, education, inequality, and the African Diaspora are critically examined.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150, or SOC 100.
SOC 220 Sociological Theory
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
An analysis of major theoretical influences on the development of sociology, with particular attention to the classical works of outstanding figures and principal schools of thought. The course will also provide an introduction to the nature of social models, explanations and laws.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150, SOC 100.
SOC 230 Indigenous Research Methodology
(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0,0)
This course introduces students to qualitative research and Indigenous research methodologies, methods, and techniques. It provides students with relevant research knowledge, strategies, skills and tools to do their own research in, and evaluate existing research on, Aboriginal communities. Hands-on experience is emphasized.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150; and SOC 100, or SOC 104, or SOC 106.
SOC 250 Sociology of Deviance
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
An examination of theories of deviance, the historical forces which have shaped these theories, the research based on them, and a critical evaluation of their contribution to our understanding of the causes of deviance.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150, SOC 100.
SOC 280 Social Research Methods (Formerly SSRM 280)
(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0,0)
An introduction to social science research, this course is intended to develop students' research and analytical skills. Topics include: sources and kinds of information, types and testing of theories and hypotheses, problem design and analysis, enquiry modes, data analysis and reporting, and ethics and politics of social research.
To find out where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide at http://bctransferguide.ca
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100; and Principles of Math 11, or Pre-calculus 11, or Foundations of Math 12, or MATH 073, or MATH 116, or assessment.
