DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY COURSES OF INSTRUCTION

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1 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY COURSES OF INSTRUCTION SOCY 122/6.0 Introduction to Sociology An introduction to the concepts, theories and methods of sociological enquiry, and their application to the analysis of Canadian society. LEARNING HOURS 240 (24L;24G;48O;144P) NOTE Also offered as a distance course. Consult Continuing and Distance Studies. SOCY 210/3.0 Social Research Methods Examination of relationship between sociological theory and methods of social research; topics include logic of research, hypothesis formulation, and variables and their operationalization. SOCY 211/3.0 Social Statistics Survey of principal techniques for gathering and analysing social data; basic statistical analysis included. NOTE Students can also fulfill the statistics requirements of a SOCY plan by taking any one of the courses listed as exclusions below in place of SOCY 211/3.0. LEARNING HOURS 120 (36L;84P) EXCLUSION No more than 3.0 units from BIOL 243/3.0; CHEE 209/3.0; COMM 162/3.0; ECON 250/3.0; GPHY 247/3.0; KNPE 251/3.0 (formerly PHED 251/3.0); NURS 323/3.0; POLS 385/3.0; PSYC 202/3.0; SOCY 211/3.0; STAT 263/3.0; STAT 267/3.0; STAT 367/3.0. SOCY 225/3.0 Sociology of Globalization An introduction to recent sociological debates on the emergence of a global economy and society, and its impact on different parts of the world. SOCY 226/3.0 The Development of Social Theory (pre-1900) A discussion of the development of theories of society. Key aspects of Classical Greek thought, the Enlightenment, and Karl Marx s work along with other selected thinkers are normally considered. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 221/6.0; SOCY 226/3.0; SOCY 227/3.0. SOCY 227/3.0 The Development of Social Theory ( ) A discussion of the development of theories of society during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The main focus is normally on the work of Emile Durkheim and Max Weber with other thinkers included. PREREQUISITE SOCY 226/3.0. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 221/6.0; SOCY 226/3.0; SOCY 227/3.0.

2 SOCY 232/3.0 Sociology of the Canadian Women s Movement Rise of Canadian women s movement and the theoretical perspectives that developed within it and found expression in sociology and other disciplines; organizational and strategic practices and the movement s ongoing importance explored. SOCY 234/3.0 Engineering and Social Justice: Critical Theories of Technological Practices This course will help students develop critical perspectives towards technology in general and engineering practices in particular. It is cross-disciplinary in its approach, drawing materials from mainstream applied sciences, as well as from critical approaches associated with social sciences, such as feminism, anti-racism, anarchism, marxism, and radical ecology. PREREQUISITE Level 2 or above. EXCLUSION No more than 3.0 units from SOCY 234/3.0; MDEP 221/3.0. SOCY 235/3.0 Race and Racialization Concept and meaning of race, racism, and racialization; ethnicity; processes, policies, and practices of differentiation; the impact of racism and discrimination on various populations; intersections of race, ethnicity, class and gender. LEARNING HOURS (27L;4.5T;84P) EXCLUSION No more than 1 course from SOCY 233/6.0; SOCY 235/3.0. SOCY 273/3.0 Social Psychology The social matrix of personality, socialization as a social process, the influence of social structure and culture upon socialization practices, and the patterning of personality through the life cycle. SOCY 274/6.0 Sociology of Deviance Theoretical issues arising from the process by which activities are defined as deviant: such activities as sexual deviance, mental illness, and political deviance examined. NOTE Only offered as distance course. Consult Continuing and Distance Studies. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 274/6.0; SOCY 275/3.0; SOCY 276/3.0. SOCY 275/3.0 Theories of Deviance and Social Control This course focuses on the theoretical foundation examining the process by which activities are defined as deviant: such activities as sexual deviance, mental illness, and political deviance. The major etiological approaches to the study of deviants are also considered. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 274/6.0; SOCY 275/3.0; SOCY 276/3.0.

3 SOCY 276/3.0 Substantive Issues in Social Deviance This course examines a variety of substantive topics in the sociology of deviance. The choice of topics will illustrate the range of theoretical approaches discussed in SOCY 275/3.0. The selection of topics will vary from semester to semester but will typically include violence, corporate crime, sexual deviance, and physical stigma. PREREQUISITE SOCY 275/3.0. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 274/6.0; SOCY 275/3.0; SOCY 276/3.0. SOCY 284/3.0 Sociology of Information and Communication Technology Social context and consequences of information and communication technologies as they relate to work, culture, privacy and education. NOTE Also offered as a distance course. Consult Continuing and Distance Studies. SOCY 301/3.0 Selected Topics in Contemporary Sociology Explores a range of issues in contemporary sociology. Topics may vary from year to year. See the departmental website for further details. SOCY 302/3.0 Selected Topics in Socio-legal Studies Explores a range of contemporary issues in socio-legal studies. Topics may vary from year to year. See the departmental website for further details. SOCY 303/3.0 Selected Topics in Feminist Sociology Explores a range of contemporary issues in feminist sociology. Topics may vary from year to year. See the departmental website for further details. SOCY 304/3.0 Selected Topics in Communications and Information Technology Explores a range of contemporary issues in communications and information technology. Topics may vary from year to year. See the departmental website for further details. SOCY 306/3.0 Consumer Culture A comprehensive introduction to the major theories and empirical studies of consumer culture with emphasis upon the historical, socioeconomic, and cultural aspects of consumption in sociological context; substantive focus upon diverse topics such as food, tourism, the home, children, and marketing. EXCLUSION No more than 3.0 units from SOCY 306/3.0; SOCY 430/3.0.

4 SOCY 309/3.0 Surveillance and Society Provides a critical introduction to surveillance and the emerging interdisciplinary field of Surveillance Studies. Offers an historically-grounded, theoretically-informed, and empirically-illustrated survey of the practices, technologies and social relations of surveillance from different perspectives, with an emphasis on the socio-political dimensions. EXCLUSIONS No more than 3.0 units from SOCY 304/3.0 ( ); SOCY 309/3.0. SOCY 321/3.0 Research Methodology Evaluation and use of quantitative/qualitative research methodologies as a means of exploring the validity of sociological theories. PREREQUISITES A minimum grade of C in each of SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and (SOCY 221/6.0 or [SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0]). SOCY 324/6.0 Sociology of Mass Communications Theories of interpersonal communication and modernization applied to mass communication; bureaucratization, ownership concentration, media socialization, national identity formation, links to other institutions and career characteristics of media workers explored. SOCY 325/3.0 Contemporary Social Theories I Building from the material in SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0, this course shows how some of the strains of classical sociological theory and new forms of social theorizing have been developed since the early part of the twentieth century. A variety of theoretical schools are examined with some in greater depth than others. PREREQUISITE SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 322/6.0; SOCY 325/3.0; SOCY 326/3.0. SOCY 326/3.0 Contemporary Social Theories II Building from the material in SOCY 226/3.0, SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0, this course explores other developments in classical and contemporary theory since the early part of the twentieth century. A variety of theoretical schools are examined with some in greater depth than others. PREREQUISITE SOCY 325/3.0. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from SOCY 322/6.0; SOCY 325/3.0; SOCY 326/3.0. SOCY 331/6.0 Women and Social Structure Explores the range of sociological and feminist theories about gender construction and inequity. An integrated study of gender, race, class and sexuality and how these social relations shape women s lives; topics such as the gendered and racialized organization of work, family, popular culture and masculinity are discussed.

5 SOCY 336/3.0 The Sociology of Work and Technology The course examines the meaning of work and the changes taking place in the workworld, with special attention devoted to new technology, gender, unionism and globalization. SOCY 344/3.0 Power and Change in Canada Critical study of Canada s socio-economic structures and processes: topics include dynamics of capitalist development, global restructuring, labour force transformations. SOCY 352/3.0 Family Diversity This course introduces students to the sociology of family diversity. Topics normally considered include diversity of family forms; social constructions of motherhood and fatherhood; contested understandings of families; and how contemporary debates about gender differences, sexualities, and racialization may inform the understanding of intimate and familial relations. SOCY 354/3.0 Sociology of Education Comparative study of Canadian education system and processes in light of current sociological theory and research. SOCY 362/3.0 Cultural Studies This course focuses on contemporary sociological perspectives of culture. It includes a survey of various theoretical positions vis à vis culture and society such as the high and low culture distinction, the rise of mass culture; cultural hegemony; populism and social resistance. Canadian culture is the predominant object of analysis. SOCY 363/3.0 Science, Technology and Society Critical examination of science in modern society; particular reference to historical development, transmission of scientific knowledge, conduct of enquiry, and interdependence with other institutions. SOCY 384/3.0 Women and Reproductive Technology Critical study of historical development of scientific and medical establishments with specific focus upon women; legal, ethical, and economic issues related to new reproductive technologies examined. PREREQUISITE A grade of C- in SOCY 122/6.0 or 6.0 units in GNDS.

6 SOCY 387/3.0 Sociology of Crime and Delinquency Critical study of conceptual, empirical, and theoretical bases to sociological approaches to crime and delinquency; Canadian research emphasized. PREREQUISITE SOCY 274/6.0 or (SOCY 275/3.0 and SOCY 276/3.0). SOCY 388/3.0 Sociology of Criminal Justice Comparative examination of criminal justice system and its major institutions; Canadian research emphasized. PREREQUISITE (SOCY 275/3.0 and SOCY 276/3.0 and SOCY 387/3.0) or permission of the Department. SOCY 389/3.0 Gender, Law and Crime Investigation of gender differences in offending, victimization and criminal justice processing; Canadian research emphasized. PREREQUISITE SOCY 274/6.0 or (SOCY 275/3.0 and SOCY 276/3.0) or permission of the Department. SOCY 400/3.0 Advanced Studies in Classical Social Theory Critical treatment of classical theories; emphasis upon methodological issues. SOCY 401/3.0 Advanced Studies in Contemporary Social Theory Critical treatment of contemporary theories; emphasis upon logic of social inquiry. SOCY 402/3.0 Families, Gender and the State A critical assessment of contemporary issues and theories pertaining to intimate relationships and family relations. Contemporary research and debates are critically discussed. An overall objective of the course is to rethink the family and consider and evaluate ideological assumptions and persistent myths about the family.

7 SOCY 403/3.0 Sociology of the Body This seminar aims at advanced students interested in exploring the body as a site for the production of social and cultural meaning and social inequality. Theoretical approaches may include critical race theory, queer theory, feminist theory, postcolonial theory, and sociological theories of the body. Topics covered may include the ways that representations of the body are linked to practices of racism, sexism, moral regulation, colonialism and nation-building. SOCY 404/3.0 Sociology of Corporate Crime Course examines the causes and effects of corporate crime, and the challenges of controlling, policing, and sanctioning it. The role of the regulatory agency, the impact of globalization, the rise of transnational corporations, and associated issues of development and power are considered. PREREQUISITE SOCY 274/6.0 or (SOCY 275/3.0 and SOCY 276/3.0) and (A minimum grade of C in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0) and (a minimum GPA of 2.60 in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0 and 9.0 units from SOCY). EXCLUSION SOCY 404/3.0. SOCY 405/3.0 Sociology of Sex Diversity The major aim of this course is to explore notions of difference through various theoretical perspectives. Specific topics include sex, gender, sexuality, sexual reproduction, intersex and transex. EXCLUSION SOCY 405/3.0 SOCY 420/3.0 Program Evaluation This course focuses on program evaluation as applied sociology, including program theory, and will provide a practical understanding of how social research methods are used to assess social intervention programs.

8 SOCY 421/3.0 Multivariate Statistical Applications Instruction and practice in building and testing multiple regression and logistic regression models with sociological data. Potential utility of alternative models considered. SOCY 422/3.0 Advanced Studies in Communication and Information Technology Examination of social implications of communication and information technology in the context of sociological theory. SOCY 424/3.0 Sociology of Aging This course provides a comprehensive and critical assessment of contemporary issues on social aging. This course focuses on how society and its major institutions have reacted to the aging of society as well as how they have shaped it. The social-psychological, social structural (gender, race and social class) and cultural factors that influence a person s experience of aging are examined. SOCY 425/3.0 Selected Topics in Sociology I Consult the Department for possible offerings in any given year. SOCY 426/3.0 Selected Topics in Sociology II Consult the Department for possible offerings in any given year. EXCLUSION SOCY 404/3.0.

9 SOCY 427/3.0 Selected Topics in Sociology III Consult the Department for possible offerings in any given year. EXCLUSION No more than 3.0 units from SOCY 306/3.0; SOCY 430/3.0. SOCY 428/3.0 Selected Topics in Sociology IV Consult the Department for possible offerings in any given year. SOCY 429/3.0 Selected Topics in Sociology V Consult the Department for possible offerings in any given year. EXCLUSION SOCY 405/3.0. SOCY 430/3.0 Sociology of Consumer Culture A critical engagement with theories of consumer culture with emphasis upon the material, symbolic and practice-orientated aspects of consumption in sociological context; substantive focus upon shopping, taste, brands, tourism, services, digital commodities. EXCLUSION No more than 3.0 units from SOCY 306/3.0; SOCY 430/3.0. SOCY 431/3.0 Advanced Studies in Gender Relations Advanced study of gender relations from postcolonial and anti-racist theoretical perspectives. Historical and sociological analysis of femininity, masculinity, race and sexuality, particularly in the context of nation-building and colonialism. PREREQUISITE SOCY 331/6.0 and (A minimum grade of C in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0) and (a minimum GPA of 2.60 in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY

10 SOCY 454/3.0 Sociology of Organizations This course will introduce students to the major theoretical approaches and ongoing debates within organization theory. SOCY 457/3.0 Law and Social Structure Sociological perspectives of the relationship of law to social structure, the role of law in social action, law s role in social change, and discrimination and social inequality through law; emphasis is on contemporary systems in comparative and historical perspective. SOCY 458/3.0 Law and Ideology Relationship between law and ideology with particular reference to current controversies; legal reasoning in substantive areas of law, and the place of law with reference to social control, power, social conflict, and dispute resolution; law s interconnections to state ordering and economic relations emphasized. SOCY 472/3.0 Topics in the Sociology of Development Examination of the relevance of sociological theories for a cross-cultural understanding of development. SOCY 475/3.0 Advanced Studies in Deviance and Social Control Critical study of theories and practices of social control in Canada and comparable societies insofar as they are implemented by law or regulation and rely on coercion; main agencies of social control and assumptions of their operation emphasized. PREREQUISITE SOCY 274/6.0 or (SOCY 275/3.0 and SOCY 276/3.0) and (A minimum grade of C in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0) and (a minimum GPA of 2.60 in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and

11 SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0 and 9.0 units from SOCY). SOCY 476/3.0 Advanced Topics in Surveillance Studies Advanced study of surveillance engaging with sociological, political, cultural and geographic perspectives. The focus is on core topics in Surveillance Studies including: the relationship between surveillance, power and social control; the concept of privacy, its history, utility and future; surveillance, pleasure and consumption; and surveillance in popular culture. PREREQUISITE SOCY 309/3.0 and (A minimum grade of C in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0) and (a minimum GPA of 2.60 in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0 and 9.0 units from SOCY). SOCY 480/3.0 Advanced Studies in Criminology Critical study of theoretical and empirical problems in contemporary criminology and penology. PREREQUISITE SOCY 274/6.0 or (SOCY 275/3.0 and SOCY 276/3.0) and (A minimum grade of C in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0) and (a minimum GPA of 2.60 in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0 and SOCY 321/3.0 and SOCY 325/3.0 and SOCY 326/3.0 and 9.0 units from SOCY). SOCY 500/6.0 Directed Special Reading Students will arrange their reading in consultation with members of the Department. They will be expected to write reports on their readings and to discuss them throughout the year in seminars. SOCY 501/6.0 Directed Special Reading Students will arrange their reading in consultation with members of the Department. They will be expected to write reports on their readings and to discuss them throughout the year in seminars. SOCY 510/3.0 Directed Special Reading Students will arrange their reading in consultation with members of the Department. They will be expected to write reports on their readings and to discuss them throughout the term in seminars.

12 SOCY 511/3.0 Directed Special Reading Students will arrange their reading in consultation with members of the Department. They will be expected to write reports on their readings and to discuss them throughout the term in seminars. SOCY 512/3.0 Directed Special Reading Students will arrange their reading in consultation with members of the Department. They will be expected to write reports on their readings and to discuss them throughout the term in seminars. SOCY 520/6.0 Thesis An intensive study of a particular topic or question, usually consisting of a number of sections or chapters which form a single coherent work. The topic is chosen by the student in consultation with an academic adviser, and the work covers both terms. NOTE A brief giving details of the requirements is available in the Department; students should read this before the end of their third year. A meeting between staff and students is normally held in the Fall Term to discuss questions about the thesis. in SOCY 210/3.0 and SOCY 211/3.0 and SOCY 226/3.0 and SOCY 227/3.0).