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Course ID	Course
SOCI 380	SOCI 380 Criminology & Justice Course Credits: 3 An introduction to key concepts and issues in criminology and to operational practices of the Canadian criminal justice system. Topics include principal criminological theories, the social construction and elements of criminal behaviour, policing, crime prevention, offenders and victims of crime, the criminal justice system, sentencing, corrections, restorative justice and other alternative measures, and social issues that intersect with crime. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101
SOCI 390	SOCI 390 Special Topics in Sociology Course Credits: 3 An examination of the ideas of a particular theorist, school of thought, or conflicting theories within the behavioural sciences; or an examination of particular sociological issues from a theoretical or empirical perspective. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 101 and 6 additional sem. hrs. in Sociology or instructor's consent NB: Students may take this course again for credit whenever it deals with a different topic.
SOCI 391	SOCI 391 Canadian Governmental Leadership Course Credits: 3 In the setting of the historical Booth Mansion in Ottawa, students are invited to explore the history of Canadian political leadership. Using the historical method, including research in primary sources, they will evaluate the leadership of Canadian Prime Ministers and examine how they addressed the needs and crises of the nation. By means of their enquiries into Canada's political leadership, students will develop their own theories of effective leadership. Cross-listed: HIST/POLS 391 Prerequisite(s): Admission into Laurentian Leadership Centre
SOCI 392	SOCI 392 Ethics & Public Affairs Course Credits: 3 The philosophical basis for and nature of ethical decision-making. Recent and contemporary ethical issues facing leaders in the political, business, and communication fields. Students observe how today's leaders engage ethical dilemmas in the Ottawa setting of their discipline. Cross-listed: POLS 392 Prerequisite(s): Admission into Laurentian Leadership Centre
SOCI 395	SOCI 395 Indigenous Peoples in Canada Course Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the culture, languages, history and enduring presence of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. It will explore a range of indigenous social and cultural formations. Attention will be given to the cultural, economic, political, and religious aspects of Indigenous societies, as well as the changes that have occurred since the arrival of the Europeans. Cross-listed: ANTH 395 Prerequisite(s): ANTH 101 or SOCI 101
SOCI 400	SOCI 400 Critical Issues in Human Services Course Credits: 3 This seminar explores critical issues which occur across the helping professions. Basic questions concerning human nature and the influence of society are examined. This course also serves as a capstone course that helps students culminate their acquired knowledge and prepare for the transition into a Human Services profession. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 201 and admission to the Human Services Program
SOCI 405	SOCI 405 Globalization & Religion Course Credits: 3 This course is an analysis of the character of religion in relationship to globalization. Attention is paid to the nature of religion in global society, responses of religions to global change, religious/theological reflections on the various meanings of globalization, and the development of religion as a global culture. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101 or instructor's consent
SOCI 410	SOCI 410 Advanced Studies: Race & Ethnicity Course Credits: 3 An analysis of race and ethnicity including contemporary theories about racism, ethnic identity, ethnic relations, nationalism and globalization. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101
SOCI 411	SOCI 411 Human Services Field Placement II Course Credits: 3 Students are provided with an opportunity for experiential learning through a supervised practical experience with a community or social agency related to the student's interest and/or future career plans. Readings, written assignments, and group meetings invite students to discover a new synthesis of knowledge through integrating theory and practical experience. Students develop cognitive complexity as they consider how to apply the knowledge gained in the social sciences, to acquire praxis skills, and to experience personal transformation while serving and empowering others. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 320 and admission to the Human Services Program NB: Pass/Fail course

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