An examination of the impact of rationalization and technology in the modern world, leading to an increasing interdependence among economic, political and sociocultural systems with a global information society. An analysis of how the erosion of traditional barriers of space and time reshape experiences of daily life and transform economic, political and cultural processes at the start of the new millennium. Students interested in this course should contact the Sociology department Coordinator to determine what the substantive presentation will involve. Students may enrol in this course in different areas for a maximum of 6 credits. An examination of current issues and debates in social theory.
Students explore a range of current topics, and investigate closely a particular area or theorist.
An examination of the impact of the information society on work, the economy and the way we experience daily life. Complete arrangements must be made with an instructor in the department prior to registration. Permission of Chair. Restricted to Majors students only.