Soci 101

Introduction to Sociology I
(3 credits)

This course is an introduction to some of the principal concepts, theories and methods used by sociologists to make sense of society. The course includes an analysis of the origins of sociology and an examination of the relevance of classical concepts such as division of labour, alienation, anomie, class, power and rationalization of the contemporary world.

Prerequisites: None

Soci 102

Canadian Society
(3 credits)

In this course students will examine some major sociological issues in the analysis of Canadian society. Differing theoretical perspectives will be applied to the following topics: the development of the economic structure, the class structure and its relationship to regional development, ethnicity as a sociological phenomenon, the creation of a gendered social world, population characteristics, processes and theories, and sociological theories of religion.

Prerequisites: None

Soci 201

Introduction to Sociological Theory
(3 credits)

This course provides students with an understanding of the main strands of contemporary sociological theorizing through an examination of the methods and assumptions used in each. Three broad approaches will be analyzed: positivist sociology, including functionalism; interpretive sociology, including ethnomethodology; and the political economy approach to sociology.

Prerequisites: SOCI 101 and SOCI 102

Soci 202

Industrial Sociology
(3 credits)

This course familiarizes students with the considerable body of sociological work that has been done within specific industries as well as with the effects of the industrialization of society itself. It will be shown how industrialization can deepen our understanding of contemporary industrial society.

Prerequisites: SOCI 101 and SOCI 102