The Course List displayed here is for the most recent version of the program only.
Current students should always consult their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) on myDawson.
Term 1
Course Number
Course Name
C - L - H
Hrs
Concentration
201-MA1-DW
Calculus I: Differential Calculus for Social Sciences
3 - 2 - 3
75
The description for this course is not available at this time.
300-1R1-DW
Introduction to Social Science Research
1 - 2 - 2
45
Description:
Introduction to Social Science Research (IR) is the first of the four methodology courses and is normally taken in the student’s first term of the program. The goal of the course is to develop and apply appropriate work methods to the social science disciplines. Students learn and practice skills such as accessing and organizing relevant information, using appropriate technologies, identifying academic and non-academic sources, evaluating the reliability of the sources, summarizing an author’s main idea, citing sources, building a bibliography, communicating their ideas orally and in writing, and effectively working in a group. This course establishes a practical foundation for successful and ethical work in the social sciences and is the pre-requisite for the two methodology courses that follow: Qualitative Methods and Quantitative Analysis.
383-1N1-DW
Introduction to Economics
2 - 1 - 3
45
Description:
The course introduces students to resource allocation under constraints, economic systems, the great economic thinkers, the different schools of thought, and the major approaches in economics. Students will recognize basic economic concepts, theories, and models, and recognize their limitations. Applying different perspectives and relying on current and historical data, students will discuss the main economic problems facing Canada and Quebec in a global context, such as climate change, inflation, poverty, globalization, recessions, unemployment, income inequality, and other selected problems. In this course, students will describe how governments use fiscal, monetary, and trade policies to reduce domestic economic problems. They will recognize the economic consequences of economic policies and critically discuss economic information reported in the news media. Students will apply the knowledge, skills, and values they have developed in the course to examine a selected problem.
401-1N1-DW
Introduction to Business
2 - 1 - 3
45
Description:
This course is designed to provide students with an introductory overview of business by exploring the primary business functions and activities performed by companies and small businesses (marketing, accounting, management, leadership, etc.), by identifying the major influences and trends affecting business decisions (internal and external), and by recognizing the different stakeholders (owners/shareholders, managers, employees, customers, society) that are affected by business. Overall, students will not only acquire business vocabulary and relate business principles to their daily lives and workplace but will also develop an essential appreciation of the significant role that business plays in society as a whole.
381-1N1-DW: Introduction to Anthropology This course is designed to introduce the student to the social science of anthropology. There are 4 fields of anthropology which help to explain the behaviour of peoples all over the world. The study of these fields will allow the student to learn about the origins and development of human beings in the context of their physical and cultural environments. Students will explore contemporary issues through an anthropological lens. The course will provide the student with the necessary knowledge to pursue more specific or advanced courses in anthropology at either the CEGEP or university level.
320-1N1-DW: Introduction to Geography This course introduces students to the foundations of geographical knowledge. It examines some of the main features, processes, and systems that characterize and shape places on earth at different scales, from local to global, with a focus on the interplay and overlap between humanity and nature. Students will explore geographical perspectives on key social and environmental issues, such as gentrification, global inequality, and climate justice. The course will emphasize that while geography is sometimes about knowledge of locations and asking ‘what’s where?’, it is also about critical thinking, considering different explanations and perspectives, and asking ‘why there?’
201-MA3-DW
Linear Algebra and Vector Geometry for Social Sciences
2 - 2 - 2
60
The description for this course is not available at this time.
300-QA1-DW
Quantitative Analysis
2 - 2 - 2
60
The description for this course is not available at this time.
350-1N1-DW
Introduction to Psychology
2 - 1 - 3
45
Description:
Introduction to Psychology provides an overview of the scientific approach to the study of behaviour. In addition to providing students with a basic understanding of the scientific method, this course is designed to increase one's awareness and understanding of the interaction of factors which influence human behaviour. This course will look at how the methods and concepts of psychology can be applied to real-life situations and provide one with fundamental concepts on which one can build on in future psychology courses.
General Education
603-102-MQ
Literary Genres
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of Literary Genres (603-102-MQ) courses.
345-101-MQ
Knowledge
3 - 1 - 3
60
Please see the Humanities Department's offering of Knowledge (345-101-MQ) courses.
109-10x-MQ
PhysEd 101 or 102
Please see the Physical Education department's offering of courses for:
401-A07-DW: International Business The description for this course is not available at this time.
320-A03-DW: Geography of the World Economy The description for this course is not available at this time.
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Thematic Issues or Math Options
Choose one course from the list of options below:
300-TH1-DW: Thematic Issues The description for this course is not available at this time.
201-MA2-DW: Calculus II: Integral Calculus for Social Sciences The description for this course is not available at this time.
201-MA4-DW: Probability and Statistics for Social Sciences The description for this course is not available at this time.
300-QL1-DW
Qualitative Methods
2 - 2 - 2
60
The description for this course is not available at this time.
330-1N1-DW
Introduction to Global History
3 - 1 - 2
60
Description:
This course explores the historical changes and challenges that have marked human civilizations since the 1400s. It promotes an understanding of the historical interactions between different cultures and regions of the world. A major point of focus will be on systems that have shaped and continue to greatly impact populations, such as imperialism, capitalism, patriarchy, enslavement, settler-colonialism, and decolonization. The course examines populations from various geographic regions and compares their economies, cultures, religions, political ideas, and environment. One objective is to offer a better comprehension of the historical roots of this long history of interconnection. This course surveys the social, cultural, political, environmental, and economic evolution of the world’s human societies by focusing on various themes such as social and political revolution, industrialization, colonialism, imperialism, totalitarianism, war, and decolonization.
General Education
603-103-MQ
Literary Themes
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of Literary Themes (603-103-MQ) courses.
345-102-MQ
World Views
3 - 0 - 3
45
Please see the Humanities Department's offering of World Views (345-102-MQ) courses.
