2002-2003 Calendar

SOC Sociology Courses

SSC199Y1
First Year Seminar 52T

Undergraduate seminar that focuses on specific ideas, questions, phenomena or controversies, taught by a regular Faculty member deeply engaged in the discipline. Open only to newly admitted first year students. It may serve as a distribution requirement course; see page 44.

SOC101Y1
Introduction to Sociology 52L, 26T

The basic principles and methods of sociology applied to the study of human societies; social sources of differing values and conceptions of reality, and the influences of these on the behaviour of individuals, patterns of relations among groups, and social stability and change.

NOTE
Obtaining 65% or more in SCO101Y1 is a requirement for entry into all SOC programs. SOC101Y1 is also a
requirement for completing all SOC programs. Credit for higher-level SOC course will not waive this
requirement.

200-LEVEL COURSES
NOTE
Almost all upper-level SOC courses have prerequisites. Students without course prerequisites will be removed
at any time they are discovered.

SOC200Y1
Introduction to Social Research 52L, 26T

A variety of theoretical approaches and research techniques are critically examined to illustrate general principles of
conceptualization, measurement, and explanation. In the 2000-2001 Fall/Winter session, SOC200Y1 is a restricted course. Enrolment is limited to sociology Majors (see Note 1 above)
Exclusion: UNI200Y1, WDW350Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC203Y1
History of Social Theory 52L

Development of sociological theory in the 19th and 20th centuries; history of ideas; formal analysis; relationship between theory and empirical inquiry.
Exclusion: SOC314Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC205Y1
Urban Sociology 52L

Complementary perspectives of the city: as an evolving entity historically (urbanization); as a way of life and adaptation, reflecting cultures and subcultures (urbanism); as territorial parts reflecting and contributing to social processes (ecological perspective); as a unit managed by formal and informal parties (structural perspective).
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC207Y1
Sociology of Work and Occupations 52L

The nature and meaning of work in relation to changes in the position of the professions, unions and government, of women and minority groups, and in industrial societies more generally. Career choice and strategies, occupational mobility, and individual satisfaction at work.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

RLG210Y1
Introduction to the Sociology of Religion

(See "Religion")

SOC210Y1
Ethnicity in Social Organization 52L

Impact of racial, ethnic, and linguistic heterogeneity and of various patterns of immigration on economic, political, and cultural institutions, and on individual identity, self-conceptions, social attitudes, and relations.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC212Y1
Deviance and Control 52L

Sociological analysis of deviance (acts or persons that violate the normative structures of society) and social control (societal responses that attempt to reduce, treat, or transform deviance). What is deviance? What are different ways societies respond to deviance? What are the consequences of efforts to regulate, prevent, and punish deviance?
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC213Y1
Law and Society 52L

An introduction to social scientific perspectives and research on the nature, sources, dimensions, and impact of law; conceptual issues and methodological strategies in establishing and interpreting linkages between legal and other social structures and processes.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC214Y1
Sociology of the Family 52L, 26T

An examination of cross-cultural variations and social-historical changes in the organization of family life, followed by a critical look at the key activities in family life today. Emphasis is on gender relations.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC215Y1
Socialization 52L

The acquisition and reproduction of personality, culture, and social structure. The social construction of everyday life and secondary socialization is emphasized, with focus on work and family.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC220Y1
Social Inequality in Canada 52L

An analysis of historical and contemporary empirical patterns of inequality in Canada. The focus is on income, power, ethnic,
regional, and gender inequalities.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC242Y1
Sociology of Health and Medicine 52L

Social factors influencing health and illness, definitions of illnesses, and social responses to illness. Options for organizational
structure of health care systems.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC246H1
The Sociology of Aging 39L

Social gerontology deals with many social aspects of advanced age, e.g. problems of retirement, post-retirement life, living
arrangements and family, changes in identity, and new roles for later life, in Canada and in a cross-cultural perspective. Focus is on
individual aspects of aging.
Exclusion: SOC245Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC247H1
The Sociology of Aging II 39L

Social gerontology deals with many social aspects of advanced age. This is a continuation of SOC246H1. Focus is on institutional level
analysis of the programs that assist with aging problems.
Exclusion: SOC245Y1
Prerequisite: SOC246H1

SOC250Y1
Sociology of Religion 52L

Overview of the classic theoretical literature. Topics may include: the social origins of Judaism and Christianity; the process of
secularization; the significance of new religious movements; the relevance of "civil religion"; and the contemporary upsurge of
"fundamentalism".
Exclusion: RLG210Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

JAL254H1
Sociolinguistics

(See “Anthropology” or “Linguistics”)

SOC256H1
Lives and Societies 26L

Characteristics of very different kinds of societies, from hunters and gatherers to modern postindustrial countries, and how these
affect features of individual lives including: life stages, their status, and transitions between them; the variety of possible life courses;
rates of birth and death, and their implications for people, their kin, and their societies.
Exclusion: SOC255Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC257H1
Lives in Canada 26L

The life course in Canada, in the twentieth century and today, with some comparisons to other first world countries. How lives have
changed over the past century; how lives are affected by history and social location; the impact of the life trajectories on health and
crime.
Exclusion: SOC255Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC260Y1
Power and Policy in Canadian Society 52L

Examination of the forces and factors that drive and shape policy in Canadian society. The policy areas examined may include:
education, labour force and employment, employment equity, ethnocultural relations, and the environment. Exploration of the
applications of sociology in the formulation and evaluation of policy choices.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC263H1
The Quality of Social Life

(formerly SOC262Y1) 26L
Social psychological perspectives on the quality of life, focusing on interpersonal relationships, marriage and families, social equity
and inequality, mass media and popular culture, and violence and victimization.
Prerequisite: PSY100Y1/SOC101Y1

SOC278H1
Introduction to Social Policy 26L

What is policy? Social policy? How have great thinkers and theorists in the history of social thought treated social policy? Policy and
ideology. Policy and politics. How is social policy integrated into the social structure? What forms does it take? How is it
implemented? What effects does it have, and why?
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC293Y1/294Y1/295Y1
Selected Topics in Sociological Research

TBA
An opportunity to explore a sociological topic in depth. Courses relate to instructor’s area of research, so topics vary from year to
year. Consult the Departmental website for current course offerings.
Exclusion, Prerequisite, Recommended preparation: varies according to particular course offering; consult descriptions at
Departmental website for exact prerequisites

SOC296H1/297H1/298H1
Selected Topics in Sociological Research

SOC299Y1
Research Opportunity Program

SOC300Y1
Quantitative Analysis 52L, 26T

Basic statistical techniques with an emphasis on applications to sociological examples. Hypothesis testing techniques include chi-
square, analysis of variance, and regression. Corresponding exploratory techniques (or resistant methods of developing hypotheses).
Prerequisite: SOC200Y1

SOC301Y1
Theories of Inequality 52L

Theories of social inequality, its historical evolution, and the determinants of continuity and change of patterns of social inequality.
Prerequisite: SOC203Y1/220Y1

SOC303H1
Family Demography 26L

Describes the political, social and economic implications of diversity in family structure. Uses empirical studies in the sociological
tradition to describe current trends in living arrangements and family relationships. Examines social and economic consequences of
the inconsistencies between public definitions and the reality of family life.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC304H1
Status Attainment 26L

Shows how “getting ahead” or becoming “downwardly mobile” are affected by social as well as economic factors. Links the
experience of mobility to larger scale social change.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC306Y1
Sociology of Crime and Delinquency 52L

Examines explanation, theory construction, measurement procedures, and techniques for data collection and analysis within the
sociology of crime and delinquency.
Prerequisite: SOC212Y1

SOC309Y1
HIV and AIDS: Social Policies and Programs

(formerly SOC309H1) 52L
Explores and discusses specific theories of action. Applies theories to various factors associated with AIDS/HIV. Examines political,
scientific, health, social, economic, and cultural environments. This course forces students to examine the hidden theoretical
assumptions surrounding AIDS/HIV.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC312Y1
Population and Society 52L

Population processes (birth, death, and migration) and their relationship to social, cultural, and economic change.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC317Y1
Industrial Sociology

(formerly SOC316Y1) 52L
Labour/management relations in industrial societies; impact of technological change on work organizations and labour markets;
implications for understanding various topics including social mobility, labour market segmentation, job satisfaction, work/family
relations, immigration and race, power in organizations, union and industrial conflict, organizational culture, and the social control of
industry.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC320Y1
Applied Sociology 52L

Uses of sociological research in guiding social policies and programs. Evaluation research and needs assessment methods are
emphasized. Students are required to engage in a research practicum (apprenticeship) at an agency working towards social change or
providing social services.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC327Y1
Families and Health 52L

Themes include the demand for caregiving, evolving and emerging diseases (genetic, environmental, social, cancer-linked), state’s
role in health care, factors affecting caregivers, home health care procedures, how families organize to deal with health problems.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC328H1
Descriptive Statistics for Categorical Data 26L

Develops student skills in manipulating cross-classified categorical data as well as the effective presentation and informed
interpretation of results. Requires use of internet to access census tables. Not intended for Sociology Specialists, who must take

SOC300Y.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y, 200Y

Recommended preparation: OAC Mathematics

SOC330Y1
Comparative Ethnic Relations 52L

Comparative study of interethnic relations, including comparisons of ethnic groups and types of ethnic groups and comparisons of
their relative position in different institutions, social structures, and societies. Comparisons made with respect to the impact of society
on ethnic groups, and ethnic groups in society.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC336H1
Immigration and Race Relations in Canada 26L

Examines the economic, social, cultural and political impacts of 20th century immigration in Canada, and emerging race and ethnic
relations. Topics include immigration policy; population impact; community formation; labour markets; enclave economies; welfare
use by immigrants; the criminal justice system; racial conflict; multiculturalism and race; and equity policies.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC338Y1
Globalization and Labour 52L

Examines impact of globalization on labour markets, processes and movements as well as the formal and informal responses of
workers to the changing context. Topics include labour migration, transnational workers movements, national and international labour
codes.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC339H1
Comparative Social Inequality 26L

This course offers an introduction to the study of processes of social stratification and structures of inequality with an emphasis on
comparative, cross-national studies that include Canada as point of reference.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC340Y1
Sociology of Revolution 52L

Examination of competing interpretations of the processes of revolution and counterrevolution through the study of the French
Revolution, Russian Revolution and Mexican Revolution; these historically specific debates are linked to generic issues of Political
Sociology, such as state-society relations; class versus elite analysis; relationship between economic, political and social change.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC341Y1
The Jewish Community in Europe and North America 78L

Classical and recent writings on Jewish ethno-national identity in the modern period; communal organization; forms of Jewish life in
the diaspora and its relationship to other ethnic groups and to society at large; contemporary role of the Holocaust and ethnic memory;
Jews in Canada; gender in the Jewish community.
Exclusion: SOC330Y1

SOC342Y1
Chinese Communities in Canada and Abroad

(formerly SOC394Y1) 52L
Social organization of Chinese communities in Canada and abroad. Topics include historical development of Chinese communities,
Chinese ethnic economy, and gender relations within Chinese communities. Experts in related topics are invited to present their
research findings. Non-sociology students may seek departmental permission to enrol.
Exclusion: SOC394Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1 or permission of Department (see Department before enroling in course)

SOC343Y1
Sociology of the Pacific Rim

(formerly SOC493Y1) 52L
An intensive research/reading course on the links between Pacific Rim society and culture and Canada. Institutional and network
bridges between the Asian region and North America.
Exclusion: SOC493Y1
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC344Y1
Contemporary International Migration 52L

This overview course focuses on trends and issues associated with contemporary international migration flows and migrant
settlement. Emphasis is on Canada although attention is also given to other countries. Topics include causes and types of migration,
immigration policy, immigrant women, children of immigrants, and health, language and economic issues.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC347H1
Sociology of Language

(formerly SOC274H1) 26L
This course studies the effects of language on human societies, focusing attention on how language changes with social class, gender,
and social situations. This course will include studies of language taboos, pidgin and Creole languages, and bilingualism and
multilingualism.
Exclusion: JAL253H1, SOC274H1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC355Y1
Structural Analysis 52L

The structure of social relationships, including both personal networks and the overall organization of whole social settings. The role
of social structure in social support, access to scarce resources, power conflict, mobilization, diffusion, and beliefs.
Prerequisite: SOC200Y1

SOC356Y1
Technology and Society 52L

Analysis of the interplay between technology and society, starting with the Industrial Revolution. Considers how technological
developments affect social systems, communications, work, leisure and world-systems.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC360Y1
Sociology of Cultural Studies 52L

Examination of cultural process practices through which culture is constituted (ordered) and reproduced. A dominant cultural order is
created and reproduced through the process of selective tradition, which is treated as natural and “taken for granted.” The cultural
processes involve the interaction of economic, political, ideological and cultural practices.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC363H1
Sociology of Mental Health and Mental Disorders

(formerly SOC262Y1, 264H1) 26L
An overview of the link between social inequality and emotional inequality, focusing on differences in mental health across social
groups and the role of stress and coping resources in explaining group differences.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course or a 200+ level PSY course

SOC365Y1
Gender Relations 52L

Examination of historical and contemporary sources of gender inequity, and the many dimensions of gender difference and inequality
today.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC366H1
Sociology of Women and Work 26L

Women’s paid and unpaid work and the relationship between the two. Questions about gender gap in earnings, sexual segregation of
the labour force, restructuring of paid work, sexual harassment, paid domestic work, and the division of housework and child care.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC367H1
Gender, Class, and Race 26L

Explores three key sources of inequality in this society: gender, social class, and race. Examines these three sources of divisions in
paid and unpaid work; differences in family by class, race, and ethnicity; the organization of different communities; and select
cultural issues.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC369Y1
The Canadian Community 52L

Attention focused on case studies which investigate the social organization of Canadian communities. The case study approach
emphasizes theory and methods. The major course requirement is an ethnographic study of a “community.”
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC370Y1
Sociology of Labour 78L

The role and development of labour and the labour movement in Canada, its differential success in various industries and regions, and
its impact on other aspects of society.
Prerequisite: 200+ level SOC course

SOC373H1
Sociology of Disability I (formerly SOC273H) 26L

The experience of disability and the social definition of the experience for self and others. Combination seminar and lecture format.

SOC374H1
Sociology of Disability II 13L /13S

The experience of disability and the social definition of the experience for self and others. Combination seminar and lecture format.
continuation of Disability I.
Exclusion: offered as SOC297H1 in 20011 session

SOC375Y1
Sociology of Organizations 52L

Internal structure of formal and informal organizations; bureaucracies; patterns of interorganizational relations; impact of
organizations on social structure and social classes of different societies.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC381Y1
Culture and Social Structure

(formerly SOC393Y1) 52L
Our society includes many varieties of cultural tastes and practices. How are these related to inequality? How do cultural repertoires
shape people’s lives, including school success, careers, romance, marriage and friendship? How is culture produced in art worlds and
industries, transmitted more or less successfully and creatively received?
Exclusion: SOC393Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1
Recommended preparation: SOC200Y1 or a course in methods, sociological theory, inequality, or gender.

SOC382Y1
Social Issues

(formerly SOC399Y1) 52L
Many on-going changes — in education, crime, family life, population, and the environment, among others — give rise to troubling
social problems. This course uses sociological analysis and the findings of sociological research to examine public discussions and
policies proposed to deal with both new and enduring social problems.
Prerequisite: A 200+level SOC course

SOC385Y1
Social Ecology 52L

Provides a framework for the empirical analysis and practical solution of problems dealing with human well-being which have
contextual dimensions. Topics dealt with cover both built and natural environments, as well as aspects of technology. Each student
examines a particular problem in detail.
Prerequisite: A 200-level SOC course; or an Environmental Science course focussing on urban and/or natural environments (see
Department before enrolling in this course)

SOC386Y1
Urbanization 52L

Examines explanation, theory construction, measurement procedures, and the logic of quantitative analysis within urban sociology
and social demography.
Prerequisite: A 200+ level SOC course

SOC387Y1
Qualitative Analysis

(formerly SOC405Y1) 52L
Theoretical problems and debates concerning historical and field work (qualitative research); development of research techniques.
Students design and carry out research projects. SOC387Y1 is a restricted course. Enrolment is limited to sociology Specialists and
Majors (see Note 1 above).
Prerequisite: SOC200Y1

SOC388H1
Sociology of Everyday Life 26L

Explores the structure and interactions of everyday experience. Views our lives as socially ordered and ourselves as agents. Offers
experience in qualitative research and using writing experience. Not intended for Sociology Specialists, who must take SOC405Y1.
Exclusion: SOC387Y1, 405Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1

SOC389Y1
Contemporary Sociological Theory 52L

A selective introduction to major thinkers and approaches in contemporary sociological theory. SOC389Y1 is a restricted course.
Enrolment is limited to sociology Specialists (see Note 1 above).
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1
Recommended preparation: SOC203Y1
NOTE
Independent Research courses SOC390Y1, 391H1, and 392H1 are restricted. Deadline for submitting applications to
Department, including supervisor’s approval, is the first day of classes of the session. Strongly recommend ear-
lier application as arrangements with supervisor are required in advance.

SOC390Y1/391H1/392H1
Independent Research

TBA
An opportunity to pursue independently a sociological topic of interest with a Departmental advisor. Intended for students in a
Sociology program who have completed a minimum of 10 courses.
Prerequisite: By application (see Department before session begins). Consult Departmental website for procedure.

SOC393Y1/394Y1
Selected Topics in Sociological Research

TBA
An opportunity to explore a sociological topic in depth. Courses relate to instructor’s area of research, so topics vary from year to
year. Consult the Departmental website for current course offerings.
Prerequisite: Varies according to particular course offering; consult description at Departmental website for exact prerequisites

SOC395H/396H1/397H1
Selected Topics in Sociological Research

SOC398H0/399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project

SOC401Y1
Advanced Seminar 52S

Provides sociology Specialists with an opportunity to explore a sociological topic in depth. Varies in focus from year to year. Consult
the Departmental website for current course offering. SOC401Y1 is a restricted course. Enrolment is limited to sociology Specialists
(see Note 1 above).
Prerequisite: SOC300Y1, 389Y1

SOC451H1
Analysis and Interpretation of Survey Data 26L

Covers statistical methods currently used in the major sociological journals including multiple linear regression, logistic regression,
and the fitting of loglinear models to tables of cross-classified categorical data. Stresses presentation skills and sociological
interpretation of results.
Prerequisite: SOC300Y1; or a full-course equivalent to SOC300Y1 (see Department before enroling in course)
Recommended preparation: OAC Mathematics

SOC452H1
Methods and Models of Demography 26L

Students learn to calculate life tables and total fertility rates, and apply these concepts in computer projections and simulations.
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1, 200Y1
Recommended preparation: SOC303H1, 312Y1

SOC453H1
Applied Social Research and Policy Studies 26L

This course provides a rigorous introduction to applied research and policy studies in seminar and lecture format. Students are
evaluated by a major research paper, applying the principles of the course.
Exclusion: SOC395Y1
Prerequisite: SOC101Y1, 200Y1
Recommended preparation: SOC320Y1

SOC454H1
Applied Social Research and Policy Studies (Practicum) 26L

This course provides an opportunity for students to apply the principles learned in SOC453H1 to an applied social research project
conducted by the student. Students will be evaluated on the basis of a seminar presentation and on the written report on their research.
Exclusion: SOC395Y1
Prerequisite: SOC453H1
NOTE
Independent Research courses SOC 490Y1, 491H1, and 492H1 are restricted. Deadline for submitting applications to
Department, including supervisor’s approval, is the first day of classes of the session. Strongly recommend
earlier application as arrangements with supervisor are required in advance.

SOC490Y1/491H1/492H1
Independent Research

TBA
An opportunity to pursue independently a sociological topic of interest with a Departmental advisor. Intended for students in a
Sociology program who have completed a minimum of 15.0 courses.
Prerequisite: By application (see Department before session begins). Visit Department or consult Departmental website for
procedure.

SOC493Y1/494Y1/495Y1
Selected Topics in Sociological Research

SOC496H1/497H1/498H1
Selected Topics in Sociological Research

TBA
An opportunity to explore a sociological topic in depth. Courses relate to instructor’s area of research, so topics vary from year to
year. Visit Department or consult the Departmental website for current course offerings.
Prerequisite: Varies according to particular course offering; consult description at Departmental website for exact prerequisites
NOTE
Graduate courses available to fourth-year Specialists with permission of the instructor and a minimum GPA of
3.3 for undergraduate program credit. Consult the Department for enrolment procedures.