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Sociology

SOC 470 Service Learning
1 Term; 3 Credits

Service Learning is an experiential course that combines stated learning goals with
meaningful community service in ways that enhance both student growth and the common
good. It combines social service with sociological study and reflection to broaden students’
social horizon and knowledge. Learning occurs through a cycle of engagement and reflection
to connect what students have learned in the classroom with real life lessons learned through
service to the community. This course is designed for Year 2 to 3 Sociology students. As part
of this course students must successfully complete a placement of 100 to 120 hours in a NGO
under co-supervision from a Field Supervisor and an Academic Supervisor.

SOC 490 Enterprise Learning
1 Term; 3 Credits

Enterprise Learning is an experiential course offered by the Department of Sociology in
conjunction with social and business enterprises. The course aims to maximize learning
opportunities for students through hands-on experience in dealing with real world issues and
contexts. It combines engagement in the daily operation of a social or commercial enterprise
and reflection on what they have experienced using the tools and concepts of sociology. The
course is designed for Year 3 to 4 Sociology students. Students must successfully complete a
placement for 100 to 120 hours in an enterprise under a co-supervision from a Workplace
Supervisor and an Academic Supervisor.

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES (SERVICE COURSES)

SOC 107 Understanding Sociology
1 Term; 3 Credits

This course provides a concise introduction to sociology for non-major students and
enables them to obtain a better understanding of human society. This course concentrates
upon the key paradigms in sociology, the importance of culture and socialization, the
dynamics of social interactions in everyday life, and various essential institutions of modern
society.

SOC 150 Critical Thinking
1 Term; 3 Credits

This is a service course for other departments whose students need an understanding of
the basic ways of reasoning, through studying the core part of syllogistic logic, and the ways to
avoid irrational reasoning through studying informal fallacies. After completing this course,
students will be able to apply what they have learnt to the analysis and critique of the logical
dimension of arguments on substantive issues.

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