SOC 419Police Systems and Practices

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Arts
Subject: Sociology
Cross-listed: LS 419

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course examines contemporary issues in policing. Topics may include police response strategies in different models of policing, economics of policing, use of discretion, police accountability, and the changing functions and activities of the police.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Students must be in level 4A or higher
- Enrolled in 3G-Sociology, 4G-Sociology, H-Sociology, or Sociology Minor

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
Section	Class	Enrolled	Meets
SEM 001	8191	5 / 5	M 11:30–14:20

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