FSGN 1100Introduction to Family Studies0.5 unit
An examination of contemporary families including family dynamics, diversity and development from the perspectives of different disciplines. Topics may include same-sex families, parenting styles, poverty, work-family balance and mass-media influences.
FSGN 1101Introduction to Gerontology0.5 unit
An examination of individual and social implications of population aging from the perspectives of different disciplines. Topics may include care of aging parents, retirement, health, and financial security.
FSGN 2100
Healthy Aging0.5 unit
An exploration of individual, relational and societal issues related to healthy aging. Physiological and cognitive changes, healthy lifestyles including relationships, eating, physical and mental activities and policies affecting community health are examined.
FSGN 2200Humanistic Perspectives on Aging: An Overview0.5 unit
An overview of several humanistic disciplines in relationship to the field of gerontology. Issues examined may include philosophical perspectives of old age; historical images and perceptions of the aging process; older persons as examples of creative development; values accorded late life, and the implications for social policy. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 2200 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 2202/PHIL 2202 The Roots of Peace and Conflict0.5 unit
Definitions of peace and conflict. Analysis of the patterns of peace and conflict in personal, family, school, cultural, national and global contexts. The interdisciplinary approach will stress the inter-relatedness of ecological, technological, military and developmental issues. Themes for study may include domestic violence, conflicts in the workplace, racial and gender discrimination, cross-cultural communication, world hunger and food security, poverty and international trade relations; appropriate technology and resource utilization, sustainable development. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 2202 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 2208/SOAN 2208Cross-Cultural Study of Aging0.5 unit
Prerequisite: SOAN 1101
A study of aging and later adulthood as interpreted and experienced in various cultural settings. The course focuses on practices of production, reproduction, and consumption structuring the lives of older people and their attempts to interpret, find meaning and shape their lives within those structures. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 2208 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 2212Perspectives on Parent-Child Relations Across the Life Course0.5 unit
An analysis of the ecological, sociological, and social-psychological perspectives that emerge in parent-child relationships across the life course. Students will have the opportunity to discuss the current social issues affecting contemporary parent-child relationships and the role that professionals play in educational programs and policies.
FSGN 2219/SOAN 2219Sociology of Aging0.5 unit
Prerequisite: SOAN 1101
An introduction to the sociological study of aging, including a study of the social process of aging and the institutions, norms and values relevant to the aged. Topics to be discussed include: aging and the family, the politics of aging, aging and Canadian social policy. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 2219 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 2220/PSYC 2220Psychology of Adulthood and Aging0.5 unit
Prerequisite: PSYC 1120
A critical examination of the findings and theories in the psychology of adulthood and aging. Topics to be covered will include identity and interpersonal behaviour, memory and intelligence, social-life changes and successful aging. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 2220 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 2312Resilient Families 0.5 unit
An examination of the dynamics of family relationships as well as social factors that affect these relationships throughout the life course. Factors contributing to resilience in families such as community supports and social policies will be analyzed. Emphasis in this course is on understanding family relationships in diverse cultures.
FSGN 2315Program Planning in Family Life Education0.5 unit
Prerequisites: FSGN 1100 or 1101 or permission of the instructor
An exploration of theoretical principles and methodological approaches employed in planning and implementing preventative family life education programs, such as sexual education, parent education and healthy lifestyles. Models of program planning, implementation, and evaluation will be examined and applied. Students will have an opportunity to reflect upon the philosophies underlying practice.
FSGN 3305/WOMS 3305Women and Aging0.5 unit
Prerequisite: 1.0 unit of FSGN at the 2000 level or above or permission of the instructor
An examination of the unique roles and position of older women in contemporary society with an emphasis on how they are perceived and treated by society. Topics may include the variations in the psychological, health, and socioeconomic status and needs of older women with implications for social policy. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 3305 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3306Retirement Processes and Programs0.5 unit
Prerequisite: 1.0 unit of FSGN at the 2000 level or above, or permission of the instructor
An examination of pertinent knowledge and information relevant to retirement as an institution and process in Canada. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 3306 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3307/RELS 3307Perspectives on Death and Dying0.5 unit
A study of death and dying from both the academic and experiential viewpoints. Death and religious dimensions of human life are considered, along with pastoral concerns and care of the dying. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG/RELS 3317 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3311/RELS 3311Religion, Gender and Sexualities0.5 unit
An examination of the meanings, contexts, and possibilities of human gender identities and sexualities within religious systems. Normative and transgressive identities, including issues of marriage, reproduction, and modes of sexual expression, will be considered within a global context.
FSGN 3313Research Methods in Family Studies and Gerontology0.5 unit
Prerequisites: FSGN 1100 and 1101, MATH 2209 or equivalent or permission of the instructor
An examination of research designs in relation to their use in theory development and problem solving in various aspects of family studies and gerontology. Their application to professional practice will be studied. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 3313 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3314Family Violence Across the Life Course0.5 unit
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 5.0 units or permission of the instructor
An analysis of family violence across the life course, covering intimate partner violence; child abuse; sibling, parent, and adolescent violence; and the abuse of older adults. Theoretical and practical perspectives will be developed through the course. An understanding of family violence from a critical ecological perspective will serve as a recurring theme throughout all discussion and analysis.
FSGN 3316Personal and Family Finance0.5 unit
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
A study of family financial planning from an ecosystem perspective. Computerized financial planning software will be incorporated into the course. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 3316 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3319Program Development0.5 unit
Prerequisite: 1.0 unit of FSGN at the 2000 level or permission of the instructor
A critical examination of models of program planning, implementation and evaluation. Emphasis within the course is educational and preventive rather than remedial. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 3319 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3320/SOAN 3320Community and Change0.5 unit
Prerequisite: SOAN 1101
A selective examination of territorial communities, both rural and urban. Topics such as the relevance of the community, sustainable development, citizen participation, community conflict, the ecological community, and the local impacts of globalization may be covered. Note: Students who have received credit for SOAN 3321 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3321/THMT 3321Facility Management0.5 unit
Prerequisite: THMT 1101 or permission of the instructor
A study of the application of management processes to the development and operation of facilities associated with food services, lodging or institutional enterprises. Concerns such as housekeeping, structural and systems maintenance, purchasing, supervision and motivation of employees, departmental operations, energy and value management as well as legal aspects will be considered. Students who have 70 percent or better on the American Hotel/Motel Association Educational Institute Exam will receive a facility management certificate. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 3321 may not take this course for credit.
Laboratory required
FSGN 3322Environment and Facility Planning0.5 unit
Prerequisite: THMT 1101 or permission of the instructor
A study of the application of environmental design and research to space programming and planning. Planning functions necessary to develop a concept into a structural and operational reality will be included: financial planning, feasibility, user needs, development of atmosphere, facility/environment layout. Computerized space planning packages will be used. Note: Students who have received credit for THMT 3330 or HUEC 3322 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3327/CHYS 3327Interpersonal Communication Skills0.5 unit
Prerequisite: 1.0 unit of FSGN at the 2000 level or permission of the instructor
The study and practice of basic interpersonal communication skills, such as open- and closed- questions, paraphrasing, reflection of feeling, reflection of meaning, and confrontation, for professionals in work environments such as child and youth care, family services, eldercare, and teaching environments. Emphasis is placed on helping people understand their situations from a variety of perspectives through the use of empathetic listening skills.
FSGN 3328Communication Skills with the Elderly in Long-Term Care0.5 unit
Prerequisite: FSGN 3327 or permission of the instructor
An examination of techniques for establishing appropriate environments for enhancing communication with the elderly in long-term care. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 3328 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3340Aging with Lifelong Disabilities0.5 unit
Prerequisite: 1.0 unit of FSGN at the 2000 level, or permission of the instructor
An exploration of the impact of aging with lifelong disability in terms of how the aging process affects individuals and their families, services providers, and policy makers. Social, economic and cultural contexts will frame the examination of both formal and professional issues related to changing needs.
FSGN 3341/WOMS 3341Legal Status of Women0.5 unit
A study of case law and current issues related to the status of women. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 3341 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3343
Family Law0.5 unit
Prerequisite: SOAN 1101, FSGN 2202, 2312 or permission of the instructor
An introduction to family law. The course will combine statutory and case law relating to support within the family unit. Problem recognition and referral, court structure relating to family statutes, and current issues will be considered. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 3340 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 3345
Strategies for Planned Change0.5 unit
An introduction to strategies at the societal and individual levels that achieve planned change. Students will understand advocacy at the personal, cultural, and structural levels. Critical analysis of current policies and the process of developing evidence-based social policy are examined.
FSGN 3350Practicum I0.5 unit
Prerequisites: FSGN 3319 and permission of the instructor
An entry-level field placement wherein students attain professional experience in the fields of Family Studies and Gerontology. Students will become familiar with the purposes, methods, and problems of the agency to which they are assigned and learn to work within its policies and procedures. Students will also be required to commit the equivalent of one day a week and also participate in three seminars per semester as part of the practicum experience.
FSGN 3401
Contemporary and Professional Ethical Issues in Aging and Families0.5 unit
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 5.0 units or permission of the instructor
An examination of the philosophical and practical approaches used in understanding contemporary moral issues affecting families and older adults. Topics of discussion may include: end-of-life issues, reproductive health, sexuality, parental disciplines, living at risk and other relevant issues.
FSGN 3410
Conflict Management and Mediation0.5 unit
Prerequisite: 1.0 unit at the 2000 level or permission of the instructor
The study and practice of alternative ways of dealing with conflict and disputes. Evolution of current thinking and practices in mediation; processes and methods used; and application of third party mediation techniques within a wide range of settings will be discussed.
FSGN 3450
Care Policies
0.5 unit
An overview of current policies relating to care in the home, the community, and long-term care facilities in the Canadian context. Existing social policies relating to older people and their families will be critically examined. The processes through which social policies develop will also be explored.
FSGN 4434
Social and Family Theories0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 15 units of credit or permission of the instructor
An exploration and evaluation of social and family theories relevant to practice within the fields of family studies and gerontology. The concept of “praxis”, that theory and practice inform each other will serve as the philosophical foundation underpinning the course. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4434 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 4447
Case Management with the Elderly0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 5.0 units of FSGN or permission of the instructor
This course provides an overview of case management models and issues, the history and politics involved in case management, and the processes involved in becoming an effective case manager. The course will examine case management in the long-term care system, including home care and nursing homes. Note: Students who have received credit for GNTG 3347 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 4450
Practicum II0.5 unit
Prerequisite: FSGN 3350
A field placement wherein students will apply theoretical understandings to practical settings. This course is designed to build upon the entry-level competencies acquired in Practicum I. Accordingly, students may plan, implement or evaluate programs or policies within the community agency to which they are assigned. Students will also be required to commit to the equivalent of one day a week and also participate in three seminars per semester as part of the practicum experience.
FSGN 4480
Special Topics in Family Studies0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 5.0 units or permission of the instructor
An opportunity for advanced students to examine selected topics in family studies. Topics selected will vary with the interests of the students and with current family issues. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4480 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 4481
Special Topics in Gerontology0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 5.0 units or permission of the instructor
An opportunity for advanced students to examine selected topics in gerontology. Topics selected will vary with the interests of the students and with current gerontological issues. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4481 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 4490Directed Study in Family Studies0.5 unit
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
A course designed to encourage the student to do independent work in a particular area of family studies. The course outline is developed by the student(s) and professor(s) involved and will include a literature review. The student will be required to present a concise report of results in a written paper. Departmental approval is required before registering. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4490 or 4491 or GNTG 4490 or 4491 may not take this course for credit
FSGN 4491Directed Study in Gerontology0.5 unit
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
A course designed to encourage the student to do independent work in a particular area of gerontology. The course outline is developed by the student(s) and professor(s) involved and will include a literature review. The student will be required to present a concise report of results in a written paper. Departmental approval is required before registering. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4490 or 4491 or GNTG 4490 or 4491 may not take this course for credit.
FSGN 4499Honours Thesis 1.0 unit
Prerequisite: advanced standing in the honours program
Honours students in family studies and gerontology are required, in their final year, to undertake a research project in consultation with the department and to present a research paper at the conclusion of this project. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4499 may not take this course for credit.