SOC 225 Introduction to Sociological Theory

School of University Arts and Sciences

SOC 225 Introduction to Sociological Theory is designed to introduce students to the major nineteenth and twentieth century thinkers who shaped the development of sociological theory. In exploring sociology's theoretical heritage, the course seeks also to foster an appreciation of what theory is and how necessary and useful it is for studying and understanding the social world.

Prerequisites: SOC 120 and SOC 121(Selkirk College), or the equivalent of 6 units of Introductory Sociology from other institutions.

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Transfer Agreements

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Course Details
Total number of weeks15
Total Credits
Total Hours45
Typical hours per week breakdown
Lecture3

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the tradition of sociological theory through the works of Emile Durkheim, Karl Marx, Max Weber, Harriet Martineu and Georg Simmel
  2. Promote the development of analytic skills in students by familiarizing them with the four explanatory perspectives used by sociologists to understand society
  3. Develop an understanding of the system of ideas which shape modern society
  4. Increase their awareness of the role society plays in shaping human experience
  5. Research and analyze evidence from scholarly and professional publications
  6. Synthesize and summarize literature and data
  7. Demonstrate developing problem solving skills
  8. Exhibit professional behaviours such as respect for colleagues, punctuality, willingness to think independently, and pride in presentation of work
  9. Demonstrate their ability to generate written arguments supported with quality academic materials from appropriate databases
  10. Demonstrate critical thinking skills and formulate your ides both verbally and in written form

Grading Table

Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table

Percentage Letter Grade GPA
90-100 A+ 4.33
85-89 A 4.00
80-84 A- 3.67
76-79 B+ 3.33
72-75 B 3.00
68-71 B- 2.67
64-67 C+ 2.33
60-63 C 2.00
55-59 C- 1.67
50-54 P 1.00
0-49 F 0.00
DNW 0.00

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Disclaimer

Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.