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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
An introduction to historic indigenous cultures of the Pacific Northwest Coast from northern California to Alaska. This is a survey course that considers the nature of the diversity of the people and cultures of the area from an ethnohistoric perspective. Topics may include subsistence and settlement patterns, language, world view, myth, and art forms.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
Students will explore the legacy of colonialism in British Columbia, and how it shapes the ongoing relationships between Indigenous peoples and settler society. Students will examine historical and contemporary examples to learn about the impact of colonialism, and the potential for meaningful reconciliation, through an anthropological lens.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
Introductory macroeconomic concepts; circular flow of income and product; national income; equilibrium level of domestic income; fiscal policy; money and banking; international trade; inflation and unemployment.Students will receive credit for only one of ECON 1221 or 4810. ECON 1221 may not be used to satisfy the ECON 4810 requirement.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 1.0
Fundamentals of speaking, reading, and writing French; classroom work supplemented by practice in the Language Laboratory. Introductory course for students with no previous knowledge of French.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 1.0
First-year college French for those who have completed FREN 1215 or Grade 11 French in secondary school, or equivalent. Intermediate grammar, short literary selections and contemporary passages for reading and oral practice are studied. These lessons are supplemented by oral work in the Language Laboratory.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in French 11; or a minimum "C-" grade in FREN 1215.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 1.0
Designed for students who want a less specialized course than FREN 1119/1219. This course offers a cultural overview, a review of grammar, a study of literary texts, and limited practice in conversation. Classroom work is supplemented by work in the Language Laboratory and by computer materials.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in French 12; or a minimum "C-" grade in FREN 1217.
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Lecture Hours: 4.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 0.0
Courses consisting of literature, grammar, and written composition for students who have completed either French 12, FREN 1217 with a minimum "B" grade or FREN 1218. These courses are to be taken by all students' intending to proceed to second year French programs at university and by those wishing to further their knowledge of the French language.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "B" grade in French 12, FREN 1217, or 1218. Students with a minimum "C" grade in French 12 or FREN 1217 should enrol in FREN 1118. FREN 1119/1219 students who need to reinforce their grammar can enrol concurrently in FREN 1118/1218.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 1.0
A conversational approach to French to enable students to communicate in everyday authentic situations. Students in FREN 1205 may register concurrently in FREN 1215, 1117 or 1217.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in one of the following: BC French 9 or 10, FREN 1115, 1215, or 1117; or permission of the department. Students with BC French 9 or 10 must contact the department for a prerequisite override. Overqualified students will not be given credit for this course.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 1.0
Fundamentals of speaking, reading, and writing French; classroom work supplemented by practice in the Language Laboratory. Introductory course for students with no previous knowledge of French.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in FREN 1115.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 1.0
First-year college French for those who have completed FREN 1215 or Grade 11 French in secondary school, or equivalent with a minimum "C-" grade. Intermediate grammar, short literary selections, and contemporary passages for reading and oral practice are studied. These lessons are supplemented by oral work in the Language Laboratory.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in FREN 1117. Students who obtained a "C-" in FREN 1117 more than a year ago are encouraged to take FREN 1215 concurrently.
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Lecture Hours: 4.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 0.0
Courses consisting of literature, grammar, and written composition for students who have completed either French 12, FREN 1217 with a minimum "B" grade or FREN 1218. These courses are to be taken by all students' intending to proceed to second year French programs at university and by those wishing to further their knowledge of the French language.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in FREN 1119; or permission of department.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
The regional geography of Canada explores the similarities and differences among the regions of our country. Students will gain an understanding of the landscape, the environment and the economy as we survey Canada from Long Beach to Labrador and from Baffin Island to Burlington. Students will examine a range of social issues that provide insight into the nature of Canada.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
A survey of the evolution of the city from the Greco-Roman period to the present. The course topics include the internal structure of the city; industrial, commercial, and residential land use; transportation and the planning of the urban environment. An application of the concepts to Vancouver and the surrounding area forms the basis of practical and interactive planning focus groups.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
British Columbia is a richly endowed and diverse province. In this course the province's human and physical geography is explored. Topics covered include regions, climate, natural hazards, geomorphology, biogeography, history, resource development, Aboriginal issues, cultural diversity, and urbanization. Students will actively engage in discussions of contemporary issues, problems, and solutions. This course is of interest to students who would like to have a better understanding of British Columbia and its role within Canada and the world.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
Environmental geography explores the relationships between people and the world they inhabit. Students will be introduced to the key concepts and theories of environmental studies: physical and biological processes, population, biogeography, resource management, and environmental ethics. Case studies of human impacts on the environment (both local and global) such as resource depletion, species extinction and loss of biodiversity, pollution of air, land and water, waste management, and natural hazard concerns are an integral part of the course.
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Lecture Hours: 4.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 0.0
Selected issues in Canadian history.
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Lecture Hours: 2.0 | Seminar: 2.0 | Lab: 0.0
This course focuses on the British Columbia historical experience from the time of contact between First Nations and European people until BC joined Confederation in 1871. Themes of particular interest include First Nations-European relations, colonial settlement, the structure of BC's society and economy, American influences and Confederation. In addition, this course provides an introduction to research methods in local history.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
A topical survey of British Columbia history since Confederation in 1871 with special attention to the structure of B.C.'s economy, the ethnic make-up of the province, First Nations' issues, industrial relations, urbanization, environmental questions and provincial politics. In addition, this course provides an introduction to historical research methods.
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Lecture Hours: 4.0 | Seminar: 0.0 | Lab: 0.0
A study of integration and conflict, from our historical beginnings to our 20th century industrialization. The course will examine the influence the United States has had on the development of Canadian Society in the areas of economics, culture, defence, and foreign policy.Prerequisite(s): Any history course.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
This course investigates the meaning of such concepts as freedom, justice, equality, power, authority and alienation, which lie at the roots of major contemporary ideologies such as liberalism, fascism, communism, socialism and anarchism.Prerequisite(s): Any first-year philosophy course or consent of the instructor.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
This introductory course deals with the origins and structure of Canadian government and analyses the social and political forces which shape our current political system. Topics include Parliament, the PM and Cabinet, political parties, Quebec nationalism, and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
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Lecture Hours: 2.0 | Seminar: 2.0 | Lab: 0.0
An examination of how laws are developed and implemented in Canada. Topics will include general policy-making theory as well as the roles of the public, parliament, cabinet, and public service in policy development.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in POLI 1100, 1119, or 2250 (formerly 1150).
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Lecture Hours: 2.0 | Seminar: 2.0 | Lab: 0.0
A study of the administration of government in Canada, including current social and political patterns in modern large-scale organizations, the organization of the Government of Canada and power of the bureaucracy. This course should be of particular interest to students planning to take Commerce.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in POLI 1100, 1119, or 2250 (formerly 1150).
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
What is the role of the individual in society and how does society influence the lives of individuals? Students explore a wide range of concepts, theories, and issues that shape reciprocal relationships between society and the individual. Subjects may include gender stratification, race and ethnicity, aging and the elderly, the economy, politics and government, the family, education, health and medicine, population, urbanization, the environment, and social movements.Note: SOCI 1120 and 1121 may be taken in any order, or concurrently, as they are complementary first-year courses.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
An introduction to critical thinking about the lives of women. Through the lens of comparative theories and diverse perspectives, this course examines links and connections between personal and collective experiences - in the home, in the body, and on the street. Using an interdisciplinary and participatory approach, students will make sense of historical patterns and movements for social change.
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Lecture Hours: 3.0 | Seminar: 1.0 | Lab: 0.0
An introduction to naming and analyzing women's life experiences. Students will explore topics relevant to women's everyday lives such as body image, work, and family, to develop a critical awareness of what limits and expands experiences, locally and globally, yesterday and today. This course considers how gender is constructed across age, class, race/ethnicity, and sexuality. It pulls from a variety of disciplines and uses a popular education approach to shed light on issues and strategies for change.WMST 1116 and 1216 can be taken in any order.
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